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SFHS Senior Recognized for Outstanding Community Service & State Heisman
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Jill Wier, SFHS Director of Development
Glance over Alyssa Dismuke’s resume and you will quickly notice that she is not only a scholar and an athlete, but also a strong community service leader who has started a ministry and projects of her own. She embodies the charisma of ministry work or “serve like Christ” attitude. Alyssa has been honored by Rustic Pathways for community service; she has won the State Heisman this year, set a record at State in the discus, and placed first in shot put at State. She was also awarded the Louisiana Legislative scholarship for Tulane by State Representative, Francis Thompson in Bastrop. Her passion for volunteering began modestly at the young age of four when her mother took Christmas dinner to her cousin at a nursing home. That’s when Alyssa noticed that nobody had any presents. After that visit, Alyssa started a project to deliver Christmas gifts to one nursing home that evolved into providing gifts for every holiday to two nursing homes. Alyssa started a ministry called “Alyssa Cares Ministry” that helps those
in need. Alyssa also was president of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul chapter at St. Frederick High School. The chapter helps the less fortunate by raising money to pay bills and provide clothing. When asked to give others advice about contributing to society, Alyssa said, “Positive impact does not always have to be seen or heard. You will never have to brag about something you did for another if it is truly what you want to do. They never have to be the biggest things, and they don’t have to require any monetary item. Something as little as kind words make a positive impact. Community service doesn’t have to be very broad or big.” Alyssa said, “you can help your grandparents, help your neighbors or just someone who needs help!” In her free time, Alyssa loves playing the piano, watching documentaries, and listening to classical music. She plans to attend Tulane University in the fall and major in pre-law, where she aspires to become a divorce or criminal lawyer.
Kimberly Hopwood, MAPS, MSW
The Meitler’s National Catholic School Mentorship Program Leadership Institute, co-sponsored by Foundations and Donors Interested in Catholic Activities (FADICA) and the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA), was attended by Trey Woodham, the Principal at St. John Berchmans School last month. This is one of several programs that equip Catholic school leaders across the nation with the tools and knowledge they need to keep Catholic schools achieving excellence. Mr. Woodham reported that he chose this program because the Meitler reputation has proven over the past 50 years that following a well thought out and intentional plan is beneficial for schools. Principals and administrators from Wisconsin, Indiana, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Texas, and New Mexico were present and discussed best practices. General areas of interest for the group were integrated marketing, school finances, faith and mission, academics, and school governance. Mr. Woodham mentioned, “that while it is concerning that those present have most of the same areas of concern, it is also refreshing to know that I am not alone in my struggles.” While networking with other principals was important, Mr. Woodham was particularly fond of the use of student portfolios that track individualized student growth for the student and the families. “I want to show the families and prospective families the potential growth capacity that each student has by attending not only a Catholic school, but St. John Berchmans specifically.” With the first three and a half days of training finished, Mr. Woodham looks forward to more sessions to assist in implementation of strategies that will assist him to lead the St. John Berchmans School to new heights. Thank you, Mr. Woodham for your dedication to Catholic education.
Bodden & Walker Nominated and Accepted into Loyola Marymount University Catholic School Leadership Academy for their Leadership and Faith
Kimberly Hopwood, MAPS, MSW
Catholic Extension is a fundraising organization that helps ensure that all American Catholics can practice their faith (excerpt from CE website). They have come together with Loyola Marymount University (LMU), through the Department of Educational Leadership and the Center for Catholic Education, to offer Catholic school leadership an opportunity to earn a Certificate in Catholic School Administration. The program addresses the four pillars in Catholic school administration: mission-focused leadership; faith and spiritual leadership; operational management; and instructional leadership. The program incorporates faith and professional practice with project-based learning experiences that will groom future Catholic school administration. The goal is to retain the best human capital that have been entrusted to our Catholic schools, the administration and teachers. This year, two teachers, Maddie Bodden and Katie Walker, were nominated and accepted into the program for their leadership and faith. Maddie Bodden is a 1st grade teacher at St. John Berchmans Catholic School. Maddie has successfully completed 2 years with the school. Maddie received both her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Special Education and Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from Louisiana Tech University. The school’s Principal and nominator, Trey Woodham, said, “Maddie has made a positive impact on our school in a short period of time. She eagerly collaborates with faculty, staff, and administration to continually improve the educational experience for our SJB families. Maddie is the future of what Catholic school administration looks like.” Katie Walker is a 4th grade math and science teacher and serves as the National Elementary Honor Society Coordinator at St. Joseph Catholic School. Katie taught 3rd grade math and science at St. Joseph School from 2007 to 2011, and then returned to serve in 2014 for a total of 12 years of ministry in the school. With this program, Katie has committed to at least two more years of service to the school, including devising a program to better the school. According to the Assistant Principal, Katherine Suckle, “Katie continues to demonstrate her dedication with going above and beyond in her service to the school. She is an energetic teacher who is continuously looking to improve. Her students are engaged in hands-on activities and Katie is always bringing new activities to the classroom.” Both have agreed to engage in the Loyola Marymount Universities’ Catholic School Leadership Academy and commit to one year of studies and one year of service to include a special project to benefit their current schools. Thank you for you dedication and service. We look forward to seeing the fruit of your labors soon.
Assessment of Children/Youth Religious Education (ACRE) 2021-2022 School Year Results
Since the late 1970’s the National Catholic Education Association (NCEA) has offered assessment instruments designed to strengthen catechetical/religious education programs. The Assessment of Children/Youth Religious Education (ACRE) is used in the Diocese of Shreveport to evaluate the faith knowledge and attitudes of students in Catholic schools. ACRE is a multilevel, age-appropriate tool, that is administered in grade 5 (Level 1) and grade 8 (Level 2) and high school (Level 3). As an integrated assessment tool, ACRE provides faith knowledge questions (cognitive domain) and questions related to religious beliefs, attitudes, practices, and perceptions (affective domain). The graphs below are showing the collective results of the cognitive domain, comparing the national scores with the Diocese of Shreveport Catholic and non-Catholic assessment takers.
Kimberly Hopwood, MAPS, MSW
While Loyola College Prep requires service hours to be completed before graduation, there are many who have gone above and beyond requirement minimums. Loyola College Prep reported that 61% of the Class of 2022, gave more service to the community than what was required. The following students recorded more than 200 hours, contributing significantly to the 11,708 total hours of service rendered to the community.
Thank you, Loyola College Prep Class of 2022, for your outstanding embodiment of your school’s mission, “… faith in action for ‘The Greater Glory of God’.”
Riya Ahula (200+) Madalyn Eagles (200+) John Gray (200+) Jeanette Hardison (200+) Emily Horton (200+) Lane Mull (200+) Graham Trawick (200+) Emma Cate Dailey (419)
Congratulations to all celebrating anniversaries!
2022
35 years Barbara Bell
25 years
Claudia L. Park Jim Yatcko
20 years
Pamela Hostetler Cathy R. Prince Beatriz C. Sanchez
15 years
Katherine Kincaid Gilbert
10 years
Amy H. Crick Mary A. Ducote Linda S. Hale Andy Hitt Clifton Del Johnson, II Valorie K. Maniscalco Arelis Soberal Terri Southwell Bridgette Jackson Tannehill Amy Taylor
5 years
Janet G.Coughlin Hallie Boubelik Franks Theresa Johnson Shera D. Redding Jones Shelby Leach Scot H. Lee Jennifer Patterson Kiley B. Pulliam Shannon Rahm
2020
20 years
Susan Brady Sue Blackford Judith M. Edwards Susan German Sr. Ann Middlebrooks Holly D. Bissell Lisa R. Patrick
15 years
Jamie R. Humphrey Susan Hymel Bridget A. Morgan Traci L. Wade
10 years
Teena Lenard Janet F. J. Woods
5 years
Rachel L. Balsamo Tara Bell Casondra Browhow Brandy Cascio Rhonda K. Davis Darlene Greber Trenda S. Harbert Tacorey D. Johnson Landyn M. Luffey Laura C. Maclin Megan Poindexter Medlin Marcia Guinn Moore Bessie Pratt Lina P. Perez-Vasquez Jennifer N. Roberts Jessica L. Smith Katherine Suckle Theodore Veit
Our Lady of Fatima School
Stephanie Haney, Principal
Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School students participated in a Summer Enrichment Camp. Students worked daily hands-on in Math, ELA, Science, Art, Physical Education, and Library/ Computer. Students were given pre and posttests to see growth. The Pre-test also gave teachers an idea of areas of improvement and areas of enrichment. Hopefully this slowed the loss of learning throughout the summer months as well as gave them a fun safe environment. Students had so much fun and learned so much! It was a great summer at OLF!
Loyola College Prep School News
Jordan Harris, Director of Communications
Loyola College Prep ended the 2021-22 school year on such a high note. With 99% of the graduating class attending college and amassing over $11 million in scholarships (anticipated TOPS included), we are so proud of the Class of 2022 and what they have accomplished and will continue to contribute in their next chapter. Now, our sights are set on the upcoming school year and how our students will impact our school and the greater community. Below are just a few events to mark on your calendar as we all gear up for a great school year.
FUTURE FLYER NIGHT - FRIDAY, SEPT. 9
Calling all Future Flyers! Loyola College Prep is expanding its Future Flyer Night this year to include football and basketball games in addition to middle school pep rally previews and other fun events for all middle school families. Our first major event is Friday, Sept. 9 for the first Flyer football home game. “We are excited about our efforts to show our middle school families what being a Flyer is all about with these Future Flyer Nights and our Middle School Pep Rally Preview events,” said John LeBlanc, Principal at Loyola College Prep. “In addition to our open house and private tours, these Future Flyers will have a better understanding about the culture and school spirit of Loyola College Prep. We also know how important it is for parents to feel connected, and our hope is that parents will have an opportunity to see how they will blend into the Flyer Family.”
FLYER GIVING DAY - SEPT. 22
Flyer Giving Day is back again! Mark your calendar for Sept. 22, 2022. Now is the time to help us spread the word, build momentum, and give back! Flyer Giving Day is 24 hours dedicated to raising funds to support our school. Last year, the Flyer Family came together and raised over $100,000 in just 24 hours. How much can we raise this year? Be on the lookout for more information as we get closer to Sept. 22 to learn how and where to give and what your gifts will mean to the future of our beloved school. Imagine the impact we could have on Loyola and our students if every Flyer rallied together for this exciting day? Any gift – large or small – will have an impact on our students and our school.
FALL OPEN HOUSE - OCT. 31-NOV. 4
Loyola College Prep invites middle school students and their parents for private tours of Loyola’s campus for our first Open House on Oct. 31-Nov. 4! “We are excited to welcome future Flyers and their parents, and walk them through a typical school day at LCP. Guests will get to engage with current students and teachers,” said John LeBlanc, Principal at Loyola College Prep. “Loyola offers a different high school experience that is grounded in our Catholic identity with opportunities for students to evolve in academic excellence, faith in action and student involvement.” In addition to small group tours of the campus during a typical day, students and parents will have the chance to learn about college placement, financial assistance, accommodations, admissions and more.
Lucy Medvec, Director of Parish Stewardship
As St. Joseph Catholic School begins its 71st year, we are thankful for the many teachers and staff members who dedicate themselves to creating an environment of academic excellence surrounded by faith for our students and their families. While all of our employees are special, we wish to recognize the following members of the St. Joseph family who have worked at our school for over 10 years:
Gloria Patterson (33 years) – Elementary Religion Peggy Gremillion (23 years) – Administrative Assistant/After Care Director Betty Sanchez (19 years) – Spanish Pam Hostetler (17 years) – Administrative Assistant Bridget Morgan (16 years) – K-4 Aide Polly Maciulski (15 years) – Middle School Religion Katie Walker (12 years) – 4th Grade Math and Science Melissa Wolcott (11 years) – Elementary and Middle School Art/Yearbook
Our two religion teachers, Gloria Patterson and Polly Maciulski, are both alumni of St. Joseph Catholic School with a total of 48 years between them as members of the St. Joseph faculty. They both have children who are St. Joseph alums, and Gloria currently has two grandchildren at the school. While some things may change each school year, the office team of Peggy Gremillion and Pam Hostetler is one comforting constant for school families. Peggy and Pam have a combined 40 years of service to St. Joseph Catholic School and are invaluable to our school. Their children are also alumni of the school. Betty Sanchez has taught Spanish to St. Joseph students for almost 20 years, including her children who were also students. In addition to classroom lessons, Betty has organized special events and field trips to enhance the Spanish program at the school. Bridget Morgan has been a part of the pre-kindergarten and kindergarten programs for 16 years. She has seen many changes as the classrooms moved from the Kindergarten Village to the main school building, but her love for the young students has never changed. All three of her daughters attended and graduated from St. Joseph Catholic School. Katie Walker has taught third and fourth grade at St. Joseph Catholic School for a combined total of 12 years. Katie left St. Joseph in 2011 to work for STARBASE on Barksdale Air Force Base, but returned to our school in 2014. Her enthusiasm for math and science inspires our students to excel in all STEM subjects. Melissa Wolcott uses her artistic ability to create a broad arts program for St. Joseph students. As part of her duties, she coordinates the annual student entries and display for the ArtBreak festival, and works with other local organizations in submitting our students’ work for competitions. She also supervises the students who create the annual Talon yearbook. St. Joseph Catholic School thanks these special women for their many years of service to our school and looks forward to an amazing 2022-23 school year!
From the school office on the morning of June 30, you could hear the voice of the Principal, Mr. Trey Woodham. His voice and words were filled with excitement. “We got to get the word out! We got to get the word out! I am so excited about SJB’s future!” Mr. Woodham was elated that he could finally announce that the Cathedral of St. John Berchmans Catholic School had hired four excellent teachers to complement the great teachers and staff. Excellent schools are a result of great teachers, staff, parents, and community members. It is with high expectation that our new teachers Jasmine, Joey, Lauren, and Margaret will continue that tradition of excellence with our children academically and spiritually. They will help the SJB faculty raise the already high academic standard and share living the Catholic faith.
Saint Frederick High School News
Jill Weir, Director of Development
St. Frederick High School Pursues Authorization as an IB World School
St. Frederick High School is a candidate school for the prestigious International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme and is pursing authorization as an IB World School.* The program, which was developed in Switzerland in the 1960s, is offered in over 5,000 schools worldwide, with only three MYP programs offered in the state of Louisiana. Once authorized, St. Frederick High School will be the only IB World School north of Baton Rouge. The curriculum will be taught in grades 7-10. The IB places a heavy emphasis on inquiry-based learning. This approach differs from fact-based learning which primarily values recall with little application and creativity. In contrast, the IB student is placed at the center of the learning environment and given a responsibility for their own learning. Each unit is governed by a “statement of inquiry” that drives the instructional and learning process and targets specific skills, known as “approaches to learning,” that are prescribed and reflected upon preand post-instruction. Life skills are also part of the curriculum. Students are taught things like how to work collaboratively, take risks, practice empathy, develop time management skills, and practice focus and concentration. Students are also invited to explore cultural diversity, global interconnectedness, and human commonality.
*Only schools authorized by the IB Organization can offer any of its four academic programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), the Diploma Programme (DP), or the Career-related Programme (CP). Candidate state gives no guarantee that authorization will be granted.
For more information about St. Frederick High School, please visit www.stfrederickhigh.org or call 318-323-9636. For more information about the IB and its programs, visit www.ibo.org.
Jesus the Good Shepherd School News
Amy Fakhre, Jesus the Good Shepherd School
JGS School Accelerated Reader Program ended the school year in May 2022 with an impressive year-end total of 31 Millionaire readers! Our students, teachers and librarian work extremely hard each year to make our AR Program rewarding and most of all fun! Every JGS homeroom teacher works in collaboration with our school librarian, Mrs. Lillian Paxton, to help students find books within their reading level and area of interest, which in turn helps our students stay motivated to read. Students are also able to shop at the AR Store with their accumulated AR points at the end of every nine-week semester. The JGS AR Store is run and maintained by the school PTO and offers children wonderful incentives and prizes to reward their reading success. We would like to share with you a few facts about our AR Program and outstanding student readers for the 2021-2022 school year: JGS School served 317 students total during the 2021-22 school year. At the end of school JGS had 31 Millionaires ranging from grades 2-6. (Millionaire: a student reading at least one million words or more during the current school year.) Of those 31 Millionaires: 2 students read 5 million words or more 4 students read 4 million words or more 3 students read 2 million words or more 138,702,180 total words were read by JGS Kindergarten-6th grade Accelerated Reader students. 22,871 Accelerated Reader points were accumulated for the school year. 77 students earned 100 Accelerated Reader points or more. 5 of the 77 were 2nd grade students. We are so proud of our outstanding student readers and of our teachers who continually instill a love of reading in our students! Our goal is to continue to promote a love of reading and to instill in each student at an early age the importance of reading and the joy and success reading can produce.
around the diocese
Saint Pius X
Confirmation
Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament
First Communion
“Sunday Funday Nunday” at Sisters of Our Lady of Sorrows convent with St Ann’s youth group on May 22, 2022. There was a vocations talk, tour of the convent, and gelato.
Father Duane was presented with a gift from the Parish in honor of his Fourth Anniversary of his Ordination. Father Price had several youth group helpers to serve at the recent parish dinner. Over 100 parishioners attended a Louisiana themed event with food and games focused on Cajun traditions.
Senior Sydnei Henson who graduated first in her class from Evangel Christian Academy, received the Second Father Andre McGrath Scholarship Award from the Knights of Peter Claver and the Ladies Auxiliary Scholarship Award.
June 13 Seminarians, new priest and new deacon visited the OLS convent for prayer and dinner.
Father Duane, Father Bosco, and Arthur Jones were all initiated into the Knights of Peter Claver on Saturday, June 11, 2022. DIOCESAN STAFF CHANGES
KIERSTIN RICHTER, Editor & Director of Public Relations
LAURIE NICK, Director of Youth Ministry
TRACIE COOK, Payroll Accountant
MAYELA MENDOZA, Administrative Assistant for Hispanic and Youth Ministry
Open Diocesan Positions: • Director of Development • Director of Family Life • Admin. Assist. IT Support Please send resumes to Deacon Mike Straub at mstraub@dioshpt.org.
Open Parish Positions: • Caretaker (Cathedral) Please send resumes to Greg Laroux at glaroux@sjbcathedral.org.
St. Patrick Church
First Communion
Calling All Men! Interested in Joining the Knights of Columbus?
The Knights of Columbus is a fraternal organization that calls Catholic men from all across the world to live out their faith lives at home, at work, in their parish and community. In order to help Catholic men achieve this, the Knights of Columbus offer Faith-in-Action programs and resources that allow for men to deeply root themselves in the faith by acts of consecration, rooting oneself in prayer, and works of charity. Here in North Louisiana, there is a council near you that is looking for more Catholic men to help be the change that our world needs. The Knights of Columbus Council in your parish and knight’s all across the world are there to help you grow as a husband, father, brother, and leader. Interested in joining? Scan the QR Code (right) or send me, Bobby Brinkerhoff, an email if you may have a question at bealaknight@yahoo.com.
FEASTS & SOLEMNITIES
AUGUST 4 St. John Vianney
AUGUST 5 Dedication of the Basilica of St. Mary Major
AUGUST 6 Transfiguration of the Lord AUGUST 9 St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross
AUGUST 10 St. Laurence
AUGUST 11 St. Clare
AUGUST 12 St. Jane Frances de Chantal
AUGUST 13 St. Pontian & Hippolytus
AUGUST 14 St. Maximillion Kolbe
AUGUST 15 Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
AUGUST 16 St. Stephen of Hungary
AUGUST 19 St. John Eudes
AUGUST 20 St. Bernard of Clairvaux
AUGUST 21 St. Pius X
AUGUST 23 St. Rose of Lima
AUGUST 24 St. Bartholomew the Apostle
AUGUST 25 St. Louis
AUGUST 27 St. Monica
AUGUST 28 St. Augustine
upcoming events
AUGUST 5
Copy Deadline for the September Catholic Connection If you have any questions, contact Kierstin Richter at krichter@dioshpt.org.
AUGUST 10 6:00 PM
Protecting God’s Children @ Catholic Center Protecting God’s Children classes are offered the second Wednesday of every month. They are also available online for those interested. Protecting God’s Children training is required for anyone volunteering around children or anyone who works for the church within our diocese.
AUGUST 20 10:30 AM
Magnificat Brunch @ Catholic Center The Magnificat team would like to invite all women to our next brunch, Saturday, August 20, 2022 from 10:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at The Catholic Center, 3500 Fairfield Ave, Shreveport, LA 71104. Our brunch includes a meal, fellowship, praise and worship and a personal testimony. Our speaker will be Sharon Maggio. Come and hear how the Lord is working in her life. Tickets are $20.00 per person. Checks should be mailed to Magnificat Nowela Chapter P. O. Box 4293 Shreveport, LA 71134 by August 18, 2022. Please include the name of attendees with your check. For questions call 318-564-2672 or 318-222-0007.
AUGUST 14 3:00 PM
Diocesan St Cecilia Choir @ St. Jude Catholic Church Sunday, August 14 at 3:00 pm the Diocesan St Cecilia Choir will perform a special concert honoring the Blessed Virgin Mary at St Jude Catholic Church, 4700 Palmetto Rd, Benton LA. The choir will consist of musicians from throughout the Diocese under the direction of Aaron Wilson assisted by Gwen Stuart.
AUGUST 27 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Dressing Ourselves in Gentleness @ St. Elizabeth Ann Seton A Women’s Day of Reflection presented by Robin Hebert, spiritual director in the Diocese of Lafayette. Registration opens August 1 at www.seasshreveport.com
Rachel's Vineyard Retreat
September 23-25, 2022
If you or someone you love is hurting from an abortion, please call 318588-1064 for information, or visit the website at www.rachelsvineyard.org. Absolute confidentiality is maintained by team members and participants prior to, during, and following a Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat. A Rachel’s Vineyard retreat in Spanish is scheduled in the spring of 2023.
Thanks to our Recent Donors:
(035) Chris A. Ward ($500) (036) Joe D. Santone ($100) (035) Mrs. Rosemary C. Ward ($1000) (035) Chris A. Ward ($200) (017) Knights of Columbus Council 1337 ($500) (041) Anonymous Donor ($10000) (043) Anonymous Donor ($10000) (044) Anonymous Donor ($10000) (040) Anonymous Donor ($10000) (042) Anonymous Donor ($10000) (035) Mr. Richard W. Ward ($350) Completed Burses: (001) Fr. Mike Bakowski Memorial Burse #1 ($10000) (006) Msgr. J. Carson LaCaze Memorial Burse #1 ($10000) (010) Memory of Rita Scott from the John Scott Family Burse ($10000)
Seminarian Burses
(011) Rev. David Richter Memorial Burse #1 ($10000) (012) Jack E. Caplis, Jr., Memorial Burse ($10000) (013) Mary Evans Caplis Burse ($10000) (014) Bob & Peggy Semmes Memorial Burse ($10000) (019) Margaret Glenn Memorial Burse ($10000) (020) Dr. James V. Ward Memorial Burse ($10000) (026) Sheryl Seal Sweeney Memorial Burse ($10000) (027) Rev. Richard Lombard Memorial Burse ($10000) (027) Rev. Richard Lombard Memorial Burse #2 ($10000) (031) Pearl Heck & Leona Boudreaux Memorial Burse ($10000) (033) Beryl K. & Joseph D. Ozenne Memorial Burse ($10000) (040) Father Isidore Armand Quémerais Burse ($10000) (041) Father Jean Pierre Burse ($10000) (042) Father JeanMarie Biler Burse ($10000) (043) Father Louis-Marie Gergaud Burse ($10000) (044) Father François Le Vézouët Burse ($10000) Incomplete Burses: (001) Fr. Mike Bakowski Memorial Burse #2 ($1350) (002) Joseph & Antoinette Bakowski Memorial Burse ($3150) (003) Sam R. Maranto Memorial Burse ($1650) (004) Kathryn Atherton Cook Memorial Burse ($350) (005) Cathedral of St. John Berchmans Burse ($1200) (006) Msgr. J. Carson LaCaze Memorial Burse #2 ($3832.12) (007) Dr. Carol Christopher Memorial Burse ($1200) (008) St. Jude Parish Burse ($6218) (009) St. John Berchmans Knights of Columbus Council 10728 Burse ($1550) (011) Rev. David Richter Memorial Burse #2 ($4029) (015) Bishop’s Seminarian Burse ($3410) (016) Elaine Malloy Frantz Memorial Burse ($1000) (017) Msgr. George Martinez Knights of Columbus Council 1337 Burse ($8021.57) (018) Knights of St. Peter Claver Council 144 Burse ($1180) (021) Rev. Edmund “Larry” Niehoff Memorial Burse ($2000) (022) Rev. Blane O’Neil, OFM Memorial Burse ($1200) (023) Msgr. Edmund J. Moore Memorial Burse ($1020) (024) Rev. Joseph Puthupally Memorial Burse ($1100) (025) Kathleen Hightower Memorial Burse ($400) (028) Friends-n-Faith Burse ($300) (029) Rev. Kenneth Williams Memorial Burse ($200) (030) Ottis and Anne Krupa Littlejohn Memorial Burse ($5000) (032) Madeline and Joe Tiller Memorial Burse ($1000) (034) Joseph B. and Lucille Provenza Cordaro Burse ($6000) (035) Dr. James V. & Rosemary C. Ward Burse ($6750) (036) Msgr. Earl Vincent Provenza Burse ($1100) (037) Manuel & Catherine Licciardi, and John & Beverly Miller Burse ($4000) (038) The Malone Family Burse ($250) (039) St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Knights of Columbus Council 9260 Burse ($250)
The Diocesan Seminary Burse Program provides the faithful of North Louisiana the opportunity to invest in the education and formation of our seminarians into holy and effective priests to serve the Diocese of Shreveport.
Interested in contributing to or establishing a burse?
You can establish and name a burse with a donation of at least $250 or you can contribute any amount to a burse simply by designating its name when the contribution is made. Contributions may be mailed to the Office of Church Vocations, Diocese of Shreveport, 3500 Fairfield Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71104. Be sure to note the name of the burse in the memo line. Burses are completed at $10,000.
