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Iberville Parish is bringing the community together for its Third Annual Juneteenth Celebration on June 18th. The free event honors freedom and unity with a meaningful program and complimentary lunch.
Pope Leo XIV told children in a Rome neighborhood that they have the power to reject violence and become peacemakers. His message during a Lenten parish visit focused on welcoming others and healing divisions.
Four young women from Ascension Parish schools brought home first-place trophies from the Greater Baton Rouge Championship, proving that dedication and grit pay off on the mat. These athletes represented their communities with pride and skill.
Bossier Parish Community College just doubled its scholarship impact with $300,000 in state matching funds that will help hundreds of students pursue careers in healthcare, business, and construction. The investment strengthens a program that's already kept 95% of scholarship recipients enrolled.
Twenty-one Louisiana small business owners just gained access to expert training, coaching, and networks through Shell LiveWire's 2026 program. From veterinary care to construction, these entrepreneurs across 13 rural parishes are getting the tools to transform their communities.
Twenty-one Louisiana entrepreneurs just gained powerful allies in their business growth journeys. Shell's LiveWire program is providing training, mentorship, and networks to help small business owners across 13 rural parishes build stronger companies and create local jobs.
Concordia Parish Schools in Louisiana gained more than half a grade level in reading achievement over five years, outpacing similar districts statewide. Harvard, Stanford, and Dartmouth researchers named it one of just four Louisiana districts showing exceptional growth. #
Orleans Parish students have a new chance to ease the burden of college costs with a $1,000 scholarship opening this spring. The Louisiana Sheriffs' Association is accepting applications through mid-March for graduating high school seniors.
Community volunteers in Devon are taking road repairs into their own hands, filling thousands of potholes the county can't afford to fix. What started as a small program in 2017 is now inspiring hundreds of parishes to join the movement.
A group of volunteers from two New Jersey parishes woke before dawn on a rainy Saturday to cook and serve hot breakfasts to homeless New Yorkers. The team brought French toast, scrambled eggs, and care kits to lower Manhattan as part of an ongoing youth ministry tradition.
A Nigerian pastor transformed a snake-filled wilderness into a thriving city with hospitals, schools, and modern infrastructure while growing his church from 39 to 30,000 parishes worldwide. Pastor Enoch Adeboye's achievement offers lessons in leadership and urban development that governments should study.
Rukungiri District in Uganda just welcomed 210 newly trained Community Health Extension Workers who will bring healthcare directly to families' doorsteps. After six months of intensive training, these grassroots health champions are equipped with everything from tablets to bicycles to reach every household in 105 parishes.
Nearly 40 dedicated volunteers received recognition for their work supporting students across East Baton Rouge Parish public schools. The nonprofit Volunteers in Public Schools celebrated these everyday heroes at its annual Apple Awards ceremony.
When a man burned St Patrick's Cathedral to the ground in 1996, the parish priest visited him in jail with a surprising message: you're forgiven. Thirty years later, the rebuilt church stands as a symbol of mercy and renewal.
Trained advocates in Louisiana are stepping up to ensure foster children don't navigate the complex legal system alone. CASA volunteers provide a consistent presence for kids who need it most.
After years of declining attendance, Catholic churches across America are seeing a surprising trend: young adults are filling the pews again. Gen Z and millennials are driving a faith revival that's catching religious leaders by surprise.
Eleven churches across Ohio's Mahoning Valley are opening their doors Wednesday evening for anyone seeking a fresh start. The annual "Light Is On For You" event offers a welcoming space for reflection and renewal during a season traditionally focused on personal growth.
A Gold Coast Greek Orthodox church celebrated Easter with 360 people from eight language groups sharing one powerful message of resurrection. Traditional dancing, lamb feasts, and gospel readings in multiple tongues showed how faith can unite a diverse community.
A bishop in southern India joined hundreds of volunteers to donate blood and provide free healthcare on Palm Sunday. The annual event transforms faith into action while saving lives across the community.
When their meeting hall became too expensive to maintain, a Michigan Knights of Columbus council didn't just close up shop. They sold it and transformed the proceeds into a permanent charitable foundation that's already distributing thousands to local communities.
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