Baptism Seminars are held every other month. Click here for more information.

Contact: Patience Appleton, 225-766-2431 or [email protected].

Confirmation is only to be received after the child makes the decision to be confirmed in the 11th grade. Confirmands and their sponsors will meet with the formation team for several months prior to receiving the sacrament. For more information click here.

Contact: Carmel Acosta, 225-766-2431 or [email protected].

This sacrament is usually received in the second grade, after receiving First Reconciliation. Children must be in at least their second year of Religious Education in order to prepare for and receive the Sacrament of First Eucharist. Children and parents go through a formation process prior to receiving the sacrament. For more information click here.

Contact: Carmel Acosta, 225-766-2431 or [email protected].

This sacrament is usually received in the second grade. Children and parents go through a formation process as a group prior to sacrament reception. Parental involvement is a very important part of the preparation process. For more information click here.

Contact: Carmel Acosta, 225-766-2431 or [email protected]

Couples wishing to marry must contact the pastor at least 6 months in advance of the scheduled wedding date. You can find wedding guidelines here.

Contact: Father Trey Nelson at 225-766-2431 or [email protected]

Parish School of Religion (PSR) provides catechetical instruction to children and youth (Kindergarten-10th grade) who attend public or charter schools, so that young people can grow in intimacy with Jesus, be knowledgeable about their faith, and integrate the teachings of the Gospel into their lives. Parish religion programs also prepare young people for the reception of first sacraments. For more information click here.

Contact: Carmel Acosta, 225-766-2431 or [email protected],

RCIA is the process of conversion for those seeking baptism in the Catholic Church or for those belonging to another church, but wishing to become members of the Catholic Church.  The program begins in September with weekly gatherings until Easter.  After meeting all requirements, candidates are usually accepted into the Church at the Easter Vigil.

For additional information, contact Carmel Acosta, 225-766-2431, [email protected].

St. Jude hosts a five-day Vacation Bible School program during summer months for children PreK - 5th Grade. Our Vacation Bible School is based on the teachings of Christ and his Church. It builds up the knowledge of God’s Word, but also gives the youth the opportunity to respond to His truth by living out their Catholic faith. Each year a different set of bible stories, selected saints, sacraments and themes are used to teach the children how their lives can be transformed by God’s great love for them. Bible stories, scripture memory verses, skits, movies, games, snacks, crafts, music and much more will fill each exciting day of VBS! Our Vacation Bible School is staffed entirely by volunteers.

Contact: Carmel Acosta, 225-766-2431 or [email protected]