Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Saint Andrew The Apostle Roman Catholic Church in Algiers, Louisiana We bring God to people and people to God. ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://standrewparish.net/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Recent Parish News](https://standrewparish.net/recent-parish-news/) - [Events Happening Around the City](https://standrewparish.net/events-happening-around-the-city/) - Events at St. Andrew the Apostle Parish... Come Lord Jesus Bible Study starting at St. Andrew the Apostle. Check under Parish News for more information. Communio Wine Down Summer Saturday, August 22nd, from 5:30-8PM, in Immacualata Hall. Check under Ministries and Communio for more information. St. Andrew the Apostle / Gulf Coast - [Communio 5th Annual Wine Down Summer Wine Tasting, Craft Pizza etc. - Saturday, August 22nd, from 5:30PM-8PM, in Immaculata Hall](https://standrewparish.net/communio-couples-luau-sunday-july-19th-from-5pm-8pm/) - St. Andrew's 5th Annual Wine Down Summer Hosted by the Communio Ministry Saturday, August 22nd, from 5:30PM-8PM, in Immaculata Hall - [August 16th, Welcome Home Sunday, Coffee & Donuts after 8AM, 9:30AM, and 11AM Masses in Immaculata Hall](https://standrewparish.net/welcome-home-august-16th-archbishop-checchio-is-inviting-every-catholic-to-participate/) - A letter from the Pastor This weekend is Welcome Home Sunday! We are happy to have you join us for Mass today! Whether you are a lifelong parishioner, visiting for the first time, returning after many years away, or simply exploring the Catholic faith, we are grateful you are here. You are not here - [Hospitality Saturday, September 26th, after 4PM Mass (Cookies & Coffee) & Sunday , September 27th, after the 8AM, 9:30AM, & 11AM Masses (Coffee & Donuts) & Recognition of our 80+ St. Andrew Parishioners](https://standrewparish.net/hospitality-sunday-august-30th-recognition-of-our-80-st-andrew-parishioners/) - Attention 80+ St. Andrew Parishioners: Our Senior Parish members are a vital part of our family. During the Masses on September 26th & 27th, we will ask our 80+ parishioners to stand to be recognized and we will have a little something for you! Please call the office at 504-393-2334, and give us your name - [We Need You to be a Sponsor - 2026 St. Andrew / Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Superfest that will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2026,  from 11AM-9PM](https://standrewparish.net/we-need-you-to-be-a-sponsor-2026-st-andrew-gulf-coast-bank-trust-superfest-that-will-be-held-on-saturday-september-19-2026-from-11am-9pm/) - SAVE THE DATE 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 Need YOU to be a Sponsor: Sponsorships from businesses and families are crucial in making this - [Leaving a Legacy to St. Andrew the Apostle Roman Catholic Church](https://standrewparish.net/attention-parishioners/) - 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. - [Resources for Personal Bible Study](https://standrewparish.net/resources-for-personal-bible-study/) - Below are some resources for personal Bible study that Fr. Michael talked about in his Homily on Sunday, January 26, 2025: 1) Fr. Mike Schmitz - Bible in a year podcast (free resource) 2) New Testament Commentary – Catholic Commentary on Sacred Scripture book series (Individual books for each book of the New Testament sold - [We now accept Venmo for Church donations](https://standrewparish.net/we-now-accept-venmo-for-church-donations/) - We now accept Venmo for Church donations. Please use the link below for the QR code for our Venmo account. SASChurchVenmoDonation Updated Thank you for your donations! - [Safe Environment Information with a direct link to the Safe Environment page on the Archdiocese website](https://standrewparish.net/hotline-number-for-reporting-suspected-abuse-of-a-minor/) - Click below for the Safe Environment page on the Archdiocese of New Orleans website. https://www.arch-no.org/safe-environment Click below for the hotline number for reporting suspected abuse of a minor by a member of the clergy, an employee or volunteer of the Archdiocese. Hotline Number for Abuse - [](https://standrewparish.net/car-raffle-tickets-are-on-sale-see-the-superfest-tab-on-the-left/) - Name: [text* Name] Address, City, Zip: [text* Address] Phone: [text* Phone] Email Address: [email* EmailAddress] Patron Levels: [checkbox checkbox-929 "Gatsby Sponsor-$1,000 - 8 Admits to Gala, Silent Auction Board Sponsor, Sponsor Board, Name in the Bulletin / Program*" "Ritzy Sponsor-$650 - 6 Admits to Gala, Sponsor Board, Name in the Bulletin / Program*" "Jazzy Sponsor-$300 ## Pages - [Home](https://standrewparish.net/) - Please Donate to St. Andrew We are grateful to be able to come together in person as a community in the Holy Sacrifice of Mass. We have online giving setup for your convenience to make your weekly donation. Please consider supporting St. Andrew the Apostle so we can continue to provide ministry to our parishioners, - [Reconciliation](https://standrewparish.net/sacraments/reconciliation/) - Reconciliation The Sacrament of Reconciliation is the sacramental celebration in which, through God’s mercy and forgiveness, the sinner is reconciled with God and also with the Church. It heals people who are spiritually sick and helps us not to sin again. Reconciliation is also known as Confession or the Sacrament of Penance. Confessions are heard - [Eucharist](https://standrewparish.net/sacraments/eucharist/) - Eucharist The Eucharist is the sacrament from which all others have meaning. In the Eucharist, Christ is most profoundly present in the Church, which gathers to hear the Word of God and to share the nourishment of Christ’s Body with one another. If you are a parishioner of St. Andrew the Apostle Parish, who is - [Youth Ministry & Events - SANYO (8th-12th grade) & Jr CYO (6th & 7th grade)](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/youth-ministry/) - Youth Ministry - SANYO SANYO - St. Andrew's New Youth Organization - is our parish CYO (Catholic Youth Organization). SANYO participates in social, spiritual, service, and sports events throughout the year, giving the teens of St. Andrew a place to call home with their peers. SANYO also participates with other CYOs across our archdiocese for - [SAVE THE DATE - 2026 St. Andrew/Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Superfest on Saturday, September 19th, from 11AM-9PM (One day event this year!)](https://standrewparish.net/giving/superfest/) - SAVE THE DATE 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. Sponsorships from businesses and families are crucial in making this fundraiser a success. In return for - [OCIA](https://standrewparish.net/rcia/) - OCIA OCIA- The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults nurtures the faith life of the individual while examining the teachings, traditions, and practices of the Catholic Church. It is a life-changing process that is part of an ongoing journey of faith that originated in the earliest traditions of the Church for welcoming new members into - [Hospitality Sunday](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/hospitality/) - Hospitality Hospitality Sunday is a time when parishioners come together in the Immaculata Hall for fellowship, coffee, and donuts. We will spotlight our talented youth at each Hospitality Sunday. Contact the parish office at 504-393-2334 if your child(ren) are interested, and we will have someone contact you. 2026 Hospitality Dates: August 30th, Coffee & Donuts - [Mass Schedule](https://standrewparish.net/mass-schedule/) - July 18th/19th Saturday, July 18th, 4PM Mass - Visiting Priest Sunday, July 19th, 8AM Mass - Visiting Priest Sunday, July 19th, 9:30AM Mass - Visiting Priest Sunday, July 19th, 11AM Mass - Visiting Priest Sunday, July 19th, 5PM Mass - Visiting Priest July 25th/26th Saturday, July 25th, 4PM Mass - Fr. Michael Sunday, July 26th, - [Contact Us](https://standrewparish.net/contact-us/) - Contact Us info@standrewparish.net Pastor Very Rev. Michael Lamy, V.F. Deacons Deacon Tom Beyer Parish Office Staff & Contact Numbers (504) 393-2334 Assistant to the Pastor/Development: Sharon Kleefisch, press 3 Sacramental Coordinator: Patrice Fisher, press 2 Receptionist: Nell Faulkner, press 5 Finance: Christina Remetich, press 6 Finance Assistant: Lanell Brizzolara Director of Religious Education & Youth - [Ladies Guild](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/ladies-guild/) - Ladies Guild SAVE THE DATE Ladies Guild and Knights of Columbus #9107 will be have a Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, October 24th and Sunday, October 25th. More information to come...SAVE THE DATE Ladies Guild Membership Form The purpose of the Ladies Guild is to bring together all ladies of the parish to experience a greater - [Extraordinary Ministers](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/extraordinary-ministers/) - This special ministry is a blessing to all who participate. The ministers assist the priests with the distribution of Communion, under both species, to parishioners at Mass and to the sick and shut-ins in their homes. Those taking Communion to the shut-ins must have a pyx and must carry the pyx in a pouch around - [Lectors](https://standrewparish.net/lectors/) - The purpose of a lector is to deliver the word of God in Masses. There is a separate group of lectors for the weekday masses. For weekday lectors, we have five lectors and they read one day per week. People who cannot serve on weekdays are scheduled only for the weekends and holy days. There - [Come Lord Jesus Bible Study](https://standrewparish.net/come-lord-jesus-bible-study/) - Come Lord Jesus Bible Study Program We are so pleased to announce the Come Lord Jesus Bible Study program as a new ministry for the parishioners of Saint Andrew. Following the introduction meeting to the program on Tuesday June 9, three groups were successfully formed with the possibility of a fourth group! Listed below are - [Communio](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/family-life/) - Communio Communio is a ministry at St. Andrew the Apostle Parish geared towards couples, young adults, as well as all parishioners to come back to church. They will be having events throughout the year to bring the community together and back to the church. Communio wants to be able to serve your families and relationships - [CCD](https://standrewparish.net/ccd/) - CCD St. Andrew the Apostle’s CCD program is for children in grades 1-12 who do not attend a Catholic school and want to learn and grow in their Catholic faith. The parish religion classes will focus on Catholic doctrine, prayers, scripture, traditions, and the sacraments on age-appropriate levels that build upon the foundation of faith - [Adoration](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/adoration/) - Adoration Summer hours of the Adoration Chapel are: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays from 9AM - 8PM Fridays from 9AM - 1PM Adoration Chapel Hours Changed due to Parish Events: June and July 2026 the church will be closed during the adoration hours. Please be sure to use the restroom before you come and/or you are - [Legion of Mary](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/legions-of-mary/) - 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 - [Confirmation](https://standrewparish.net/sacraments/confirmation-2/) - Confirmation In Confirmation we confirm the promises made on our behalf in Baptism. It helps us to focus on the missionary dimensions of our baptismal commitment. The Sacrament of Confirmation is celebrated in the fall of 11th grade. If your child will be a Junior in the 2026-2027 school year, please register now. There will - [Mass Schedule](https://standrewparish.net/parish-information/mass-schedule/) - Mass & Communion Service Schedules Communion Service Mondays 7:00 a.m. Daily Mass Schedule Tuesday – Friday 7:00 a.m. Weekend Mass & Confession Schedule Saturday Vigil Mass: Saturday, 4:00 p.m. Sunday Masses: 8:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m., and 5:00 p.m. (NEW MASS TIME) Weekly Confession Tuesday - Friday 6:30 a.m. - 6:55 a.m. Saturdays 3:00 - [Sacristans](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/sacristans/) - Sacristans Our Parish Sacristans are responsible for the daily preparation of the church for Mass and other liturgies. This includes opening and closing the church, preparation of the altar, and safeguarding the sacred vessels used in the liturgies. They work closely with our priests, deacon, altar servers, and Ladies Guild to keep the sanctuary, altar, - [Knights of Columbus](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/knights-of-columbus/) - Knights of Columbus Council 9107 Knights of Columbus #9107 Fish Fry Fridays The Knights of Columbus will have Fish Fry Fridays every Friday in Lent, except Good Friday. Early takeout begins at 4:30PM with dine-in starts at 5PM, in Immaculata Hall. The Fish Fry Fridays dates are: March 27th Click below for the menu: - [St. Andrew School Foundation](https://standrewparish.net/giving/foundation/) - St. Andrew School Foundation Our History The St. Andrew School Foundation was established in 1988 to develop ways to bridge the widening gap between what parents can afford to pay in tuition costs versus the actual costs of operating St. Andrew the Apostle School. Specifically, the foundation is building an endowment, the income of which - [A Night in the Big Apple Gala & Auction](https://standrewparish.net/giving/red-white-you-gala/) - St. Andrew Goes to the Big Apple Sponsored by Gulf Coast Bank & Trust and Healthy Blue Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m., in the Gym Admission to our annual Gala & Raffle includes Live Music by: Emily Louise Entertainment, food and an open bar. The Auction Website for all information - [Altar Servers](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/altar-servers/) - Altar Servers at St. Andrew the Apostle Church parish are boys and girls from 4th to 12th grades who volunteer to serve and assist the priests during the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. It is a unique and special privilege for these young men and women to be such an important part of the Eucharistic - [Troops of St. George](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/monday-night-disciples/) - Troops of St George St Andrew the Apostle Church has started a ministry, the Troops of St George, the Catholic version of the Boy Scouts. The Troops of St George is designed for boys in the 1st Grade through their senior year in high school. This is a Catholic ministry for young men and their - [Community Action](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/community-action/) - Community Action COMMUNITY ACTION COMMITTEE Bereavement Committee United Churches of Algiers Mission: Social Outreach and Ministry to the Needy of our Parish This committee receives funds from the envelopes marked “Poor Box” found at the back of the church and in packets mailed to parishioners. OUR MINISTRIES 1. SUPPORT FOR UNITED CHURCHES OF ALGIERS … - [Bereavement Committee](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/community-action/bereavement-committee/) - Bereavement Committee BEREAVEMENT COMMITTEE The Bereavement Committee is an expression of sympathy from St. Andrew Parish when a parishioner has a death in their immediate family. We provide food for the family after the funeral service. We are a volunteer group, from coordinator to all food preparation. We have a group of people who cook - [Sacraments](https://standrewparish.net/sacraments/) - Sacraments SACRAMENTS The Eucharist is the sacrament from which all others have meaning. In the Eucharist, Christ is most profoundly present in the Church, which gathers to hear the Word of God and to share the nourishment of Christ’s Body with one another. If you are a parishioner of St. Andrew the Apostle Parish, who - [Baptism](https://standrewparish.net/sacraments/baptism/) - Baptism Baptism is the Sacrament through which we become members of the Church and children of God. The Sacrament of Baptism is administered on the first Saturday of each month (except during Lent) at 9:30AM. You should be a registered parishioner of St. Andrew the Apostle Parish to have your child baptized here. Although, if - [Emergency Information](https://standrewparish.net/emergency-information/) - St. Andrew the Apostle Church and School Hurricane Disaster Plan Under the Direction of: Father Michael Lamy, Pastor, St. Andrew the Apostle Church: Prior Financial and parish data will be backed up and placed on a secure off-site server. Sacramental records secured by the Pastor. Church staff will review a master list of employees & - [Parish History](https://standrewparish.net/parish-information/parish-history/) - Parish History The earliest days of the parish were shaped by the interplay of two men, Archbishop Joseph Francis Rummel, an experienced church administrator and shepherd forged in the pre-Vatican II church, and Ernest B. Norman, Sr., a landowner and real estate developer whose holdings in Lower Algiers would shape the face of the community, - [Dad’s Club Meetings](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/mens-club/) - Dad’s Club St. Andrew Dad's Club was set up to support the school and parish with activities throughout the year. Saturday, January, 18th, Dad's Club Family Fun Day - 8:30AM-2:30PM, Gym Thursday, February, 13th, 6:30PM, Immaculata Hall Thursday, March, 13th, 6:30PM, Immaculata Hall Hope to see you there! - [SAGES](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/sages/) - SAGES St. Andrew’s Gregarious Elders Sages are a lively group of parishioners, 50 years or over, who come together to promote activities that provide spiritual and social fellowship for their members. Our monthly meeting is on the third Monday of each month at 11:00 am and features a guest speaker or entertainment and raffles, door - [Music Ministry](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/music-ministry/) - Music Ministry Greg Merritt, Musical Director 504-394-4171 ext. 120 The Music Ministry provides music for many parish services and functions, such as weekend masses and holiday services. We have basic groups of music ministers: 1. Festival Choir 2. 9:30 Choir (Contemporary) 3. 11:00 Choir (Praise, Worship, & Gospel) 4. Choristers (Children's Choir) 5. Cantors 7. Organists/Pianists/Instrumentalists - [Finance Council](https://standrewparish.net/parish-information/finance-council/) - Finance Council Current Finance Committee: Rev. Michael Lamy, Katherine Marchese, Tim Brechtel (President), Judy Ridge (Vice President), Tom Beyer, Reggie Thomas, A.K. Gordon, Christina Remetich, and Stephen Dickey. The Code of Canon Law requires each parish to have a Finance Council that consists of a minimum of three members. This council, governed by the norms - [Pastoral Council](https://standrewparish.net/parish-information/pastoral-council/) - Pastoral Council Current Pastoral Council Members: Rev. Michael Lamy, Nicholas Code (President), Katherine Marchese (Principal), Eddie Dallam (Rep. to Finance Council), Cheryl Orticke, Tim Brechtel (Finance Council Liaison), Quang Vu, Craig-Jason Nicholson-Uhl, Ed Rapier, and Diana Nguyen. PURPOSE The Pastoral Council serves as a planning and advisory board to the Pastor to aid in serving - [Adult Education](https://standrewparish.net/adult-education/) - Adult Faith Formation Throughout the year the Office of Religious Education offers varied activities, from scripture studies to guest speakers, in order to nurture the faith of our adult parishioners. When formation programs or events are fast approaching, there will be notices and announcements in the bulletin and at Sunday masses, respectively. Our major programs - [Usher Ministry](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/liturgy-and-worship/usher-ministry/) - Usher Ministry Our first line of welcome for our parishioners or visitors to St. Andrew the Apostle Church is our wonderful group of greeters/ushers. We are very proud of these dedicated people as they represent our parish in welcoming you. The Ushers are there to open the church, answer any of your questions, and provide - [Music Ministry](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/liturgy-and-worship/music-ministry/) - Music Ministry Greg Merritt, Musical Director (504) 394-4171, ext. 4474 or (504) 433-4228 (h) gmerritt@sasno.org The Music Ministry provides music for many parish services and functions, such as weekend masses and holiday services. We have seven basic groups of music ministers: 1. Festival Choir 2. 9:30 Choir (Contemporary) 3. 11:00 Choir (Praise, Worship, & - [Lector Ministry](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/liturgy-and-worship/lector-ministry/) - Lector Ministry The purpose of a lector is to deliver the word of God at Masses. There is a separate group of lectors for the weekday masses. People who cannot serve on weekdays are scheduled only for the weekends and holy days. There are approximately twenty-five lectors for the weekend Masses, so they serve about - [Eucharistic Ministry](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/liturgy-and-worship/eucharistic-ministry/) - Eucharistic Ministry This special ministry is a blessing to all who participate. The ministers assist the priests with the distribution of Communion, under both species, to parishioners at Mass and to the sick and shut-ins in their homes. Those taking Communion to the shut-ins must have a pyx and must carry the pyx in a - [Cultural Unity](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/cultural-unity/) - Cultural Unity The Cultural Unity Ministry works to foster an all-inclusive environment at St. Andrew the Apostle Roman Catholic Church that emphasizes the importance of all ethnic groups in our parish. The group works on celebrations throughout the year. Meetings are held quarterly or as needed. New members are welcome. For more information contact the - [Holy Orders](https://standrewparish.net/sacraments/holy-orders/) - Holy Orders Holy Orders are at the service of the Church Community. It is received so that the recipients may dedicate themselves to the salvation of others. Only baptized men may receive the Sacrament of Holy Orders. Anyone interested in studying for the Priesthood may call the Parish office at (504) 393-2334 or contact the - [Marriage](https://standrewparish.net/sacraments/marriage-2/) - Marriage Christ instituted the Sacrament of Matrimony and taught that it is a covenant between a man and a woman and should be permanent until death. Preparations for marriage must be discussed with a parish priest at least six months prior to the tentative wedding date. For more information please contact Patrice Fisher at the parish - [Giving Opportunities](https://standrewparish.net/giving/) - Giving St. Andrew the Apostle has many generous parishioners who donate throughout the year. Below is a list of a few of the opportunities available here at St. Andrew the Apostle. March - St. Andrew Parish Gala - event sponsors, table sponsors, donation of items, and tickets purchased to attend the event. June - Food - [Calendar](https://standrewparish.net/calendar-2/) - [Photos](https://standrewparish.net/photos/) - 2017 Ladies Guild Luncheon Mass with Bishop Cherie - [Shop](https://standrewparish.net/shop/) - [Terms & Conditions](https://standrewparish.net/terms-conditions/) - Terms & Conditions The following are the Terms of Agreement and Conditions of Use for online payments using the St. Andrew the Apostle online payment system: St. Andrew is only responsible for our handling of information provided by user. Terms and Conditions St. Andrew the Apostle Roman Catholic Church, New Orleans, Louisiana (“St. Andrew”) reserves - [Sponsors and Donors List 2016](https://standrewparish.net/sponsors-and-donors-list-2016/) - St. Andrew the Apostle “Back to the 80’s” Gala & Auction Saturday, April 23rd, 6:00-11:30PM Please patronize our generous Sponsors and Donors! Sponsors MTV Table Sponsor Gulf Coast Bank & Trust The Hammer Family Rubik's Cube Table Sponsor Andre & Renee Amedee Fifth District Savings Bank/Mike & Cindy Nolan Amy & Brad Vega/Leslie & Larry - [“Goes Back to the 80’s” Gala & Auction](https://standrewparish.net/goes-back-to-the-80s-gala-auction/) - St. Andrew the Apostle “Goes Back to the 80’s” Gala & Auction For over fifty years, St. Andrew the Apostle church has been instrumental in providing outstanding education and support to the children and parents of Algiers and the surrounding area. The support of the business community has been, and continues to be, invaluable - [$25,000 Grand Raffle](https://standrewparish.net/goes-back-to-the-80s-gala-auction/grand-raffle-form/) - $25,000 Grand Raffle Tickets $25 each or 6 for $100 - [Donation](https://standrewparish.net/goes-back-to-the-80s-gala-auction/donation/) - St. Andrew the Apostle “Goes Back to the 80’s” Gala & Auction Silent Auction Donations - [Sponsor & Ticket Information](https://standrewparish.net/goes-back-to-the-80s-gala-auction/sponsor-ticket-info/) - St. Andrew the Apostle “Goes Back to the 80’s” Gala & Auction Sponsor & Ticket Information - [Superfest Sponsor List 2015](https://standrewparish.net/superfest/superfest-sponsor-list-2015/) - Superfest Sponsor List 2015 Jumbo-laya Sponsor $10,000 Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Co. Meaux Gumbo Sponsor $6,500 A & M Container Sales & Rentals, LLC Superior Honda Beignet Sponsor $3,000 Pontchartrain Capital, LLC Pelican Sponsor $2,500 McMath Construction, LLC Plaquemines Parish Sheriff's Office, Sheriff Lonnie Greco Crab Sponsor $1,500 Café 615 Home of DaWabbit Delta - [Superfest](https://standrewparish.net/superfest/) - St. Andrew the Apostle/Gulf Coast Bank “Superfest” Saturday, September 12, 2015, 10AM – 10PM Music By: Bucktown Allstars, Epic, The Strays Car Raffle 2015 Honda Accord LX Value: $23,725 Drawing: September, 12, 2015, at 9:30PM Donation: $25.00 each 6 for $100.00 *Parish Reserves the right to cancel - [Sacristy](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/ladies-guild/sacristy/) - Sacristy The purpose of this ministry is to keep the Sanctuary and all its furnishing clean and beautiful for the glory of God. On a weekly basis, teams of ladies dust all the furniture in the sanctuary, the piano, the cabinets in the vestibule, and includes all that is in the Sacristy. All the Holy - [Rosary Committee](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/ladies-guild/rosary-committee/) - Rosary Committee The beautiful and powerful prayer of the Rosary is always prayed upon the death of a Ladies Guild member or her spouse or her child. According to the wishes of the family, this can be done at the wake or funeral, or at another time that is convenient for the family. Our pastor - [JoEllen Smith](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/ladies-guild/joellen-smith/) - JoEllen Smith This ministry was initiated at St. Andrew’s Ladies Guild in June 2000 for the purpose of meeting the spiritual needs of the residents of the center. Under the leadership of Deacon Bob Beaumont, volunteers of the Guild provide a Lector, two Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion and two wheel chair transporters for the - [Our Weekly Bulletin](https://standrewparish.net/parish-information/our-weekly-bulletin/) - Our Weekly Bulletin Click here to view the weekly bulletin from St. Andrew the Apostle Roman Catholic Church. - [Donors & Sponsors List 2015](https://standrewparish.net/great-gatsby-gala-auction/donors-sponsors-list-2015/) - Donors & Sponsors List 2015 Thank you to our generous donors for the upcoming 2015 gala and auction: Acme Oyster House Adventure Quest Laser Tag The Amedee Family Representative Jeff Arnold Ashley Hall Interiors LTD, Inc. Audubon Nature Institute Barberito Photographers Beatriz Brown Beau Chene Country Club Beauregard-Keyes House Museum Betty Lou Hicks Blue Bayou/Dixie - [test](https://standrewparish.net/1281-2/) - Your Name (required) Your Email (required) Subject Your Message - [Great Gatsby Gala & Auction Mobile](https://standrewparish.net/great-gatsby-gala-auction-mobile/) - St. Andrew the Apostle Great Gatsby Gala & Auction Mega Raffle $100,000 St. Andrew the Apostle Great Gatsby Gala & Auction will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2015, from 6:00 - 11:30PM with live music by Dr. Jazz and the New Orleans Sounds, silent auction, live auction, food, libations, and fun. The Mega Raffle - [Gala Donation Form Mobile](https://standrewparish.net/gala-donation-form-mobile/) - Gala Donation Form For over fifty years, St. Andrew the Apostle parish has been instrumental in providing outstanding education and support to the children and parents of Algiers and the surrounding area. The support of the business has been, and continues to be, invaluable in helping St. Andrew parish maintain this tradition of excellence. It - [Sponsor a Table or Purchase Tickets Mobile](https://standrewparish.net/sponsor-a-table-or-purchase-tickets-mobile/) - Sponsor a Table or Purchase Tickets to the Gala Name: Address, City, Zip: Phone: Email Address: Patron Levels: Gatsby Sponsor-$1,000 - 8 Admits to Gala, Silent Auction Board Sponsor, Sponsor Board, Name in the Bulletin / Program*Ritzy Sponsor-$650 - 6 Admits to Gala, Sponsor Board, Name in the Bulletin / Program*Jazzy Sponsor-$300 - 4 Admits - [Mega Raffle Ticket Reservation Form Mobile](https://standrewparish.net/mega-raffle-ticket-reservation-form-mobile/) - $100,000 Mega Raffle Credit Card Information to Reserve Your Tickets Name: Address, City, Zip: Phone: School Family: YesNo Email Address: 1 ticket $50.00 or 3 tickets for $100.00 Number of tickets: Credit Card # (Mastercard and Visa only): Expiration Date: Amount to be Charged: - [Mega Raffle Ticket Reservation Form](https://standrewparish.net/great-gatsby-gala-auction/mega-raffle-ticket-reservation-form/) - $100,000 Mega Raffle Credit Card Information to Reserve Your Tickets Name: Address, City, Zip: Phone: School Family: YesNo Email Address: 1 ticket $50.00 or 3 tickets for $100.00 Number of tickets: Credit Card - [Mega Raffle Official Rules and Regulations Mobile](https://standrewparish.net/mega-raffle-official-rules-and-regulations-mobile/) - St. Andrew the Apostle Great Gatsby Gala & Auction 2015 Mega Raffle Official Rules and Regulations 1) Grand Prize: $100,000 2) All federal, state and local laws and regulations apply. Void where prohibited. By entering this raffle, the individual acknowledges that he or she is aware of and is bound by all official rules. Winner - [Great Gatsby Gala & Auction](https://standrewparish.net/great-gatsby-gala-auction/) - St. Andrew the Apostle Great Gatsby Gala & Auction Mega Raffle $100,000 St. Andrew the Apostle Great Gatsby Gala & Auction will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2015, from 6:00 - 11:30PM with live music by Dr. Jazz and the New Orleans Sounds, silent auction, live auction, food, libations, and fun. The Mega Raffle - [Sponsor a Table or Purchase Tickets](https://standrewparish.net/great-gatsby-gala-auction/sponsor-a-table-or-purchase-tickets/) - Sponsor a Table or Purchase Tickets to the Gala Name: Address, City, Zip: Phone: Email Address: Patron Levels: Gatsby Sponsor-$1,000 - 8 Admits to Gala, Silent Auction Board Sponsor, Sponsor Board, Name in the Bulletin / Program*Ritzy Sponsor-$650 - 6 Admits to Gala, - [Gala Donation Form](https://standrewparish.net/great-gatsby-gala-auction/gala-donation-form/) - Gala Donation Form For over fifty years, St. Andrew the Apostle parish has been instrumental in providing outstanding education and support to the children and parents of Algiers and the surrounding area. The support of the business has been, and continues to be, invaluable in helping St. Andrew parish maintain this tradition of excellence. It - [Mega Raffle Official Rules and Regulations](https://standrewparish.net/great-gatsby-gala-auction/mega-raffle-official-rules-and-regulations/) - St. Andrew the Apostle Great Gatsby Gala & Auction 2015 Mega Raffle Official Rules and Regulations 1) Grand Prize: $100,000 2) All federal, state and local laws and regulations apply. Void where prohibited. By entering this raffle, the individual acknowledges that he or she is aware of and is bound by all official rules. Winner - [Parish Crest](https://standrewparish.net/parish-information/parish-crest/) - St. Andrew the Apostle Crest - [Altar Servers](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/liturgy-and-worship/altar-servers/) - Altar Servers Altar Servers at St. Andrew the Apostle Church parish are boys and girls from 5th to 12th grades who volunteer to serve and assist the priests during the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. It is a unique and special privilege for these young men and women to be such an important part of - [Ministries](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/) - Ministries This is the ministries page… - [Altar Servers](https://standrewparish.net/schedules/altar-servers/) - Altar Servers - [Test Link](https://standrewparish.net/test-link/) - Test link via visual editor - [For New Members](https://standrewparish.net/for-new-members/) - New Member Information If you are interestd in becoming a member of St. Andrew the Apostle Parish, you may download the registration form here. The current diocesan policy allows Catholics to register in parishes other than their territorial parish if the pastor of the chosen parish is willing to accept registration. The individual nevertheless retains - [First Communion 2011](https://standrewparish.net/photos/first-communion-2011/) - First Communion 2011 - [Anointing of the Sick](https://standrewparish.net/sacraments/anointing-of-the-sick/) - Anointing of the Sick Anointing of the Sick heals and saves the baptized person from sin. Those who are impaired by sickness or old age may receive this sacrament. Please call the parish office at (504) 393-2334, to make the necessary arrangements. - [Directions-Map](https://standrewparish.net/parish-information/directions-map/) - Directions/Map From Metairie: Take I-10 east (Pontchartrain Expy.) and keep left to take US-90 BR W via Exit 234A towardWESTBANK/SUPERDOME/CLAIBORNE AVE. US-90 becomes the Crescent City Connection/Greater New Orleans Bridge. After crossing the bridge, take the first exit on the right and merge onto LA-428 E / GENERAL DEGAULLE DR. 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James Bach - [http://www.sasno.org/](https://standrewparish.net/school/) - [Youth Director](https://standrewparish.net/youth-director/) - Youth Director Ms. Marie Arnone is a life long parishioner of St. Andrew the Apostle Church. In 2006 she became the SANYO youth director but has been involved in youth ministry for over 20 years including her years as a “youth” of SANYO. She realizes the importance of a strong youth program from first hand - [Director of Religious Education](https://standrewparish.net/director-of-religious-education/) - Director of Religious Education Mrs. Maureen Thiebaud - [Music Director](https://standrewparish.net/music-director/) - Music Director Greg Merritt received his Bachelor of Music from Loyola University in 1984 and his J.D. from Loyola Law School in 1987. A resident of St. Andrew Parish since 1967, he has been involved in the music ministry here in four decades, first as a student at SAS and later as a volunteer trumpeter, - [Deacons](https://standrewparish.net/deacons/) - Deacons Deacon Johnny Walker Deacon John Walker, IV was born and raised in Westwego, Louisiana. He graduated from Archbishop Shaw High School and from Delgado Community College with an Associate of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering. He has been a member of Holy Guardian Angels, St. Cletus, and St. Andrew Parishes. Deacon John was ordained - [Pastor](https://standrewparish.net/pastor/) - Pastor Rev. John F. Talamo, Jr. - [Calendar](https://standrewparish.net/calendar/) - Calendar Click on Google Calendar below to access the calendar. Google Calendar - [Other Organizations](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/other-organizations/) - Other Organizations Knights of Columbus Knights are Catholic men, 18 years of age and older, who are committed to making their community a better place, while supporting their Church. Being a Knight is more than camaraderie; it is being involved with your community; it is supporting your local Catholic Church, while enhancing your own faith; - [Liturgy and Worship](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/liturgy-and-worship/) - Liturgy and Worship In accordance with the Catechism of the Catholic Church, “…the laity dedicated as they are to Christ and anointed by the Holy Spirit are marvelously called and prepared so the even richer fruits of the Spirit may be produced in them.” (CCC901) Lay persons are, therefore, called to ministerial positions at the - [Vestment Committee](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/ladies-guild/vestment-committee/) - Vestment Committee The chairperson for this committee is responsible for regularly checking the condition of the priests’ albs, stoles and chasubles. If they are soiled, she must see that they are cleaned. In the Ladies Guilds’ efforts for the beautification of the Lord’s Holy Altar, we wish to make sure that the care of the - [Sewing Baptismal Garments](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/ladies-guild/sewing-baptismal-garments/) - Sewing Baptismal Garments Sewing Baptismal Garments is a special ministry because you aid in welcoming new souls into the Body of the Church. The Baptismal Garment is not complicated and only a few are needed each month, so this could be a very pleasant and rewarding ministry for a lady who likes to sew. Guidance - [Banners](https://standrewparish.net/ministries/ladies-guild/banners/) - Banners How many times do we walk into church and feel so good because the sanctuary is beautifully decorated with flowers and colorful banners that complement the meaning of the season? The style and color of the banners are determined by the liturgical calendar and church events. 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