New Year, New Beginning

Rosalba Quiroz, Director

FOR OVER 30 YEARS the Hispanic Ministry office has served as a bridge for Hispanics throughout our diocese. Pastoral services and ministries have been offered for the spiritual well-being of anyone seeking guidance. It also offers support to parishes and organizations in the area whenever needed.

This year the Hispanic Ministry office is undergoing a new transformation. In addition to expanding its services to other cultures, thus changing the name to the Office of Multicultural Ministry, it will also have a new director - Karla Alvarez. Born in Arkansas to Mexican parents, Karla begins her work in our diocese this month. She has previously worked in the Hispanic Ministry in her hometown diocese.

I have happily served this ministry for the past 19 years, and now the Lord has now called me to serve his Church in a different way. As of this year, I will be working in the Chancery office, as the Executive Administrative Assistant to the Bishop, aiding all our parishes and diocesan ministries. I look forward to continuing to serve the people of the Diocese of Shreveport.

I know that the office formerly known as Hispanic Ministry and now Multicultural Ministry will be in excellent hands, and I will continue to support it as much as I am able.

Karla will use her first year to learn about the services available to Catholics of different cultural backgrounds, continue to support parishes and evaluate the work of the Ministry. Please welcome Karla, give her your support and love, as she will give us her knowledge and dedication.