Faith at Work

In 2021, Archbishop Shelton Fabre established the St. Augustine Endowment with the Catholic Foundation to provide scholarships for children of color, demonstrating his commitment to promoting educational opportunities within the Catholic community. On Monday, August 5th, the anniversary of his ordination, Archbishop Fabre made a...

In celebration of Bishop Sam Jacob's 60th anniversary of Episcopal Ordination, the Catholic Foundation would like to express their gratitude for his remarkable legacy, which is none other than the Catholic Foundation itself. Bishop Sam Jacob's vision for the sustainability of the diocese led him...

The Catholic Foundation, along with the unwavering support of parishioners, play a crucial role in providing the necessary support for St. Hilary of Poitiers’ youth ministry program. This program, which is reigniting within its parish, is a testament to the dedication and commitment of our...

The Catholic Foundation is a proud supporter of Catholic Charities, providing support in various capacities such as grants, endowment distributions, and development. Recently, a married couple with two children found themselves in a challenging financial situation. Their homeowners insurance unexpectedly increased dramatically. To add to...

The Catholic Foundation is honored to collaborate with our parish priests and parishioners, working together to create a legacy that provides perpetual support. Recently, we had the privilege of partnering with Fr. John Nambusseril of Our Lady of Prompt Succor in Golden Meadow, where we...

In celebration of Catholic Schools Week, the Catholic Foundation is honored to work with the diocesan Office of Catholic Schools and provide a grant from the Fr. Willie Todd Foundation for the “Step Up to the Plate” program. Our foundation has played a significant role...

In the month of December, our Faith at Work series shines a spotlight on our Hispanic Ministries within the diocese, a vital aspect of our diocese. Each year the Catholic Foundation of South Louisiana works to secure grant funding for the Hispanic Ministry. Through strategic collaborations...

The Fr. Willie Todd Foundation, established by retired diocesan priest Fr. Willie Todd in partnership with the Catholic Foundation of South Louisiana, has been making a significant impact in providing funding for church parishes and Catholic schools within our diocese. Through this foundation, Fr. Todd...

For the month of August, we are excited to feature Fr. Eric Leyble in this month’s Faith at Work. Fr. Eric was born in the coastal city of Tagbilaran in the Province of Bohol, Philippines, in October of 1978, Fr. Eric's early years were spent just...