The Gospels [Mt. 16:19, Jn. 20:23] attest that Christ gave the church the power to forgive sins. Those who approach the sacrament of penance obtain pardon from God's mercy for the offense committed against him and are at the same time reconciled to the church which they have wounded by their sins. In the sacrament of penance, the Priest, in the person of Jesus Christ, forgives our sins and reconciles us to God. This sacrament is offered before Mass on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00PM-5:30PM. It is also available anytime by appointment. During the seasons of Advent and Lent, Communal Penance Services are celebrated.

For more information please contact: The Parish Office at 318-445-6700.

Last Rites are the sacraments received when a person is nearing death. When a person is in danger of death a priest may be called in order that dying persons might receive the last rites, which include Confession, Anointing of the Sick (formerly extreme unction) and final reception of holy Communion (Viaticum). These sacraments provide the forgiveness of sins, help the individual to prepare for death, and bring peace and courage to the sick person as the Holy Spirit guides them on their final steps to eternal life.