Posted on May 13th, 2026 By Sharon Kleefisch
Knights of Columbus #9107 Flag Retirement Ceremony, Sunday, June 14th, at 6:30PM, at Holy Spirit Church
You are invited to the Knights of Columbus Council #9107’s 24th Flag Retirement Ceremony Sunday, June 14th, at 6:30 p.m., at Holy Spirit Church. KC 9107’s Flag Retirement Ceremony originated after the terrorist attack on America on September 11, 2001. The American Flag Retirement Ceremony respectfully disposes of worn, torn, faded or soiled flags through burning. Since our first Flag Retirement Ceremony on June 14, 2002, KC #9107 and our church community has retired 2,084 flags! If you would like to drop off a flag to be retired you can bring it to the Parish Office Monday – Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m, drop it off at Holy Spirit Church, or bring it Sunday, June 14th, at 6:30PM.
Posted on May 12th, 2026 By Sharon Kleefisch
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Parish Appreciation Dinner-Saturday, May 30th, after the 4PM Mass-Sponsored by Knights of Columbus #9107
Dear Parishioners,
We are delighted to extend an invitation to you for a special appreciation meal hosted by the St. Andrew Knights of Columbus Council! Please join us in the cafeteria on Saturday, May 30th, after the 4pm vigil Mass where we will be serving a complimentary meal featuring Red Beans and Rice with Sausage, along with salad, bread, and drinks—all as a heartfelt thank you for your unwavering support throughout the past year.
Your encouragement and participation have been the driving force behind the success of our recent Lenten Fish Fry season. Thanks to your generosity, we have been able to carry out the charitable work that lies at the heart of our organization’s mission. The proceeds from these events go on to support important causes such as the Access Pregnancy Center, the Building the Domestic Church Kiosk, Our Lady of Wisdom Thanksgiving Lunch, various parish activities, and our ongoing support of seminarians.
We are truly grateful for your prayers and steadfast support, which allow us to continue fulfilling our mission of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism. Thank you for being such an essential part of our parish community.
Vivat Jesus!!
Paul Waguespack, Grand Knight, Council 9107
Sunday, May 31st – Hospitality Sunday
Sunday, May 31st, is Hospitality Sunday, after the 8AM Mass, 9:30AM Mass, and 11AM Mass. Please join us for donuts, coffee, and community!
Posted on May 6th, 2026 By Sharon Kleefisch
Please join SANYO with their spirit night at Chick-Fil-A on Wednesday, May 20th, from 2PM-8PM (Algiers Branch). Use code Spirit 2026 – thank you!
Movie Night
We will have movie night on Wednesday, May 27th, from 6PM-9PM, in McGivney Hall. The movie will be “The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe”. Anyone in 6th-12th grade is welcome.
Help SANYO & Woodland Church fill the food pantry at Woodland Church’s Food Bank. Youth will be collecting food pantry items before all Masses on Saturday, May 30th, 4PM Mass, and Sunday, May 31st, 8AM, 9:30AM, 11AM and 5PM. Thank you in advance for your generosity!
Posted on May 6th, 2026 By Sharon Kleefisch
Weekly Meeting Time and Location:
Meetings are on Wednesdays, from 6:15PM-7:15PM, in St. Andrew Hall. If you have any questions, please contact the parish office at 504-393-2334, and Pam Austin will return your call.
The Legion of Mary is an association of Catholics who, with the sanction of the Church and under the powerful leadership of Mary Immaculate, Mediatrix of all Graces…have formed themselves into a Legion for service in the warfare which is perpetually waged by the Church against the world and its evil powers. The object of the Legion of Mary is the glory of God through the holiness of its members developed by prayer and active cooperation, under ecclesiastical guidance, in Mary’s and the Church’s work of crushing the head of the serpent and advancing the reign of Christ. The spirit of the Legion of Mary is that of Mary herself. The Legion aims to bring Mary to the world as the infallible means of winning the world to Jesus.
Special May Crowning Information for Home:
Family May Crowning Instructions
May Crowning at Home (2)
St. Andrew the Apostle’s Legion of Mary would like to thank fellow parishioners who have signed up to receive the May Crowing Box to honor Our Blessed Mother during the Month of May.
Saturday, 4PM Mass: Winchester Family, L.Divens, DeBlanc Family, Austin Family
Sunday, 8AM Mass: Waguespack Family. V. Mann Family, M. K. Smith, T. Alonzo Family
Sunday, 9:30AM Mass: Alexander/Alexander-Bordelon Family, Bonnaffons Family, J. Gasquet Family, R. Szymurski Family
Sunday, 11AM Mass: Galloway Family, Jeanjacques Family, Braganza Family, Vu Family
Posted on March 4th, 2026 By Sharon Kleefisch
My brothers and sisters in Christ,
It has been a great joy for me to begin my ministry among you here in the Archdiocese of New Orleans. In these months, I have been deeply encouraged by your love for Jesus Christ, your devotion to your families, and your fidelity to our Catholic faith. You are truly a blessing to our local Church, and I thank God for each of you.
In this spirit of gratitude and hope, I would like to invite you to take part in a very special moment in the life of our Archdiocese. This June, I will consecrate the Archdiocese of New Orleans to the Sacred Heart of Jesus at the 11:00 a.m. Mass at St. Louis Cathedral on Sunday, June 14. This act of consecration continues a long and beautiful tradition in our local Church. In 1874, Archbishop Napoleon Perché entrusted our Archdiocese to the Sacred Heart, placing our people under the loving care of Christ. Now, in our own time, we renew that same act of trust, asking the Lord to guide and strengthen us today. It is an opportune time for us to turn anew to our Lord for His protection and love.
This year carries a special significance, as the bishops of the United States will consecrate our nation to the Sacred Heart at our meeting in June, marking the 250th anniversary of our country. Together, these moments again invite us to turn anew to the Heart of Jesus and to entrust ourselves—our parishes, our families, and our hearts—to His merciful love.
In the nine weeks leading up to the consecration, beginning on Divine Mercy Sunday, April 12, all of our parishes have been asked to pray in preparation for this important moment of grace. I encourage each of you to take part as fully as you are able—especially through prayer at Mass, and in your homes for those who are unable to attend. A special moment of unity in prayer across the Archdiocese will take place on Thursday, June 4, from 6:00–7:00 p.m. A Holy Hour, held in every parish before the Blessed Sacrament, will mark the beginning of the novena leading to the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart and will be offered for renewal and hope.
A central part of this initiative will be the invitation for every household to enthrone in their home the Sacred Heart of Jesus on the same day as the Archdiocesan consecration. I strongly encourage you to prepare for this by obtaining a simple 8×10” frame for the image and designating a place of honor for it in your home. These images of the Sacred Heart will be blessed and distributed in every parish of the Archdiocese during Masses on June 13-14. I also encourage each household to prepare spiritually for the enthronement by praying a novena—either on the Sundays leading up to the consecration or during the nine days immediately beforehand. This simple but meaningful act can become a powerful source of grace, reminding us daily of the Lord’s presence and His love for us. Additional materials, prayers, and resources for this time of preparation can be found at nolacatholic.org/sacredheart.
My hope is that this consecration will mark the beginning of a deeper renewal in our Archdiocese—a renewal of faith, of family life, and of our mission to share the love of Christ with others. The Heart of Jesus burns with love for each of us, and He desires to draw us closer to Himself.
I ask you, therefore, to enter into this time with open hearts, with trust, and with hope. Let us place ourselves confidently under the care of the Sacred Heart, knowing that He will guide us and strengthen us for whatever lies ahead.
Be assured of my prayers for you and your families. Please also remember to pray for me.
With gratitude and every good wish, I remain
Yours in Christ,
Most Reverend James F. Checchio, JCD, MBA
Archbishop of New Orleans
HomeEnthronementRitual
Guide for Prayer
SH – Guide for prayer – EN1
Prayer for the Act of Consecration
SH Prayer of Cons
Prayer for the Vocations for the Homebound
SH Guide for home bound prayer – EN
Posted on January 7th, 2026 By Sharon Kleefisch
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2026 St. Andrew / Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Superfest that will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 11AM-9PM. We will have live music TBD, games, food and fun for all.
We will need alot of volunteers, so please save the date, and help make this community event the BEST ever! Volunteer links will be made available at a later date.
Sponsorships from businesses and families are crucial in making this fundraiser a success. In return for your support, we will greatly advertise your company’s logo and/or family name on the back of the t-shirt (except the toddler sizes), fence signs, website, and in bthe bulletin. We cannot do this awesome event without all of our AMAZING sponsors! Please fill out our tax deductible form below and send with payment to the parish or school office, place it in the collection basket at church, or email skleefisch@sasno.org by Friday, August 14th, to be included on the back of the t-shirts. For more information contact Sharon Kleefisch at (504) 393-2334, #3 or via email skleefisch@sasno.org. Thank you in advance for your generosity!
2026 Sponsor Letter
Main Sponsor
Gulf Coast Bank & Trust
Posted on October 30th, 2025 By Sharon Kleefisch
What Legacy will you leave?
The Beatitudes in our readings on Sunday, February 1st, shape our identity as God’s family. Living the Beatitudes leaves a legacy that provides a solid foundation for the next generation and helps the parish thrive long into the future. Please take a Legacy brochure in the back of church. To learn more, visit the Catholic Community Foundation website: https://ccfnola.org/legacysunday
On this website there are also many free services offered to our parishioners such as:
1) Free Will-writing tool
2) Lifetime of Generosity Digital Legacy Seminar
3) My Catholic Giving Guide
4) Schedule an In-person Consultation
If you have any questions, contact the parish office 504-393-2334. Thank you in advance!
Posted on August 29th, 2025 By Sharon Kleefisch
SAVE THE DATE
Fr. Michael will be going on a Pilgrimage to Rome, Florence, and France July 9th – 18th, 2026. Space on the tour is limited. Don’t delay! Return your online application and $500 deposit to EATOURS.COM by October 1, 2025, to receive a FREE Seine River Cruise.
Please click on the link below for all of the information:
Fr Michael Pilgrimage
Posted on July 23rd, 2025 By Sharon Kleefisch
Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 6:30PM – Supper & Substance Presented by Holy Spirit Family Life. The presenting couple is Deacon Ed and C.C. Merritt. The event will be held in the Holy Spirit Parish Life Center at 6201 Stratford Place. Cost for the event is $40.00 per couple. Contact Holy Spirit Office 504-394-5492 or email dlassere@cox.net to register before May 13th. Hope to see you there!
Click below for flyer for Supper & Substance:
Knights of Columbus #9107 Flag Retirement Ceremony, Sunday, June 14th, at Holy Spirit Church
You are invited to the Knights of Columbus Council #9107’s 24th Flag Retirement Ceremony Sunday, June 14th, at 6:30 p.m., at Holy Spirit Church. KC 9107’s Flag Retirement Ceremony originated after the terrorist attack on America on September 11, 2001. The American Flag Retirement Ceremony respectfully disposes of worn, torn, faded or soiled flags through burning. Since our first Flag Retirement Ceremony on June 14, 2002, KC #9107 and our church community has retired 2,084 flags! If you would like to drop off a flag to be retired you can bring it to the Parish Office Monday – Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m, drop it off at Holy Spirit Church, or bring it Sunday, June 14th, at 6:30PM.
