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2 Louisiana metro areas grow fast in 2015, 2 shrink fast
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Louisiana’s eight metropolitan areas included two of the nation’s fastest-growing economies and two of its fastest-shrinking in 2015.W Lake Charles’ economy grew 8.3 percent, thirdfastest in the nation according to numbers released Tuesday by the federal Bureau of Economic Analysis. That growth was boosted by an increase in nondurable goods manufacturing, tied to oil and chemical refining. Baton Rouge grew 5.4 percent, 17th-fastest nationwide, also boosted by nondurable goods, but even more by finance, insurance, real estate and leasing. Houma-Thibodaux had the nation’s second-worst economy, shrinking 7.8 percent as the oil bust cut into white-collar sectors, transportation, utilities and construction. The Lafayette-area economy
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Auditors: Report questions Louisiana fish safety testing
million BP-financed seafood safety program notes the findings are subject to further reoverseen by the state Department of Wildlife view and revision. BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Gulf oil spill rePurpera said Wednesday the draft was and Fisheries in the years after the spill. covery money intended for testing to ensure A preliminary draft of the auditor’s report, being circulated for responses from agency offish caught off Louisiana were safe for conwhich hasn’t been released publicly, was ob- ficials. Changes could be made before the sumers instead paid for unnecessary iPads, tained by The Associated Press. public release of the audit within the next two cameras, boats and now-missing fishing Beyond problems with the seafood safety weeks, he said. equipment, state auditors said, calling the See Report Page 5-A program, the auditors say they found widesafety program so mismanaged it couldn’t spread financial issues across the Department even declare if the catch was fit to eat. of Wildlife and Fisheries: questionable purEnergy giant BP PLC gave Louisiana milchases, free-wheeling spending with little lions of dollars for the program aimed at oversight and missing fishing equipment, restoring confidence in the state’s multibildrones, guns and other items that belong to lion-dollar seafood industry after a massive oil t the state. And it said the department’s manspill fouled the Gulf of Mexico in 2010. But agement and employees may have violated the auditors hundreds of • thouV S said they believe MATHEWS GHEENS • LOCKPORT VALENTINE • LAROSE agency contract with BP “and state •law” in the sands of dollars were misspent. fish testing program. C Louisiana Legislative • GALLIANO • GOLDEN MEADOW • LEEVILLE • GRAND ISLE The Auditor’s Office “Overall, our procedures identified a lack found “insufficient sampling of fish for conof management oversight over LDWF funds tamination from the oil spill, excessive costs and operations,” Legislative Auditor Daryl and missing property” in part of the $10.5 Purpera’s office says in the draft report, which MELINDA DESLATTE, Associated Press
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Early week single vehicle crash claims life of Cut Off woman
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MEETINGS MONDAY, SEPT. 26 LAF. FIRE DISTRICT #3 6:30 p.m. Fire Central Station 17462 W. Main - Cut Off
AMERICAN LEGION POST 83 7:00 p.m. 921 Veterans St. - Lockport TUESDAY, SEPT. 27
LAF. PARISH COUNCIL 5:00 p.m. Special Meeting at 6:00 p.m. Mathews Govnt. Complex 4876 Hwy. 1 - Mathews LAFOURCHE LODGE 7:30 p.m. West Main - Cut Off
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Dot Theriot, Debra Pitre and Connie Callais, all volunteers, prepare a batch of fudge to be sold at this weekend’s Cut Off Youth Center Hurricane Festival. Other sweets to be sold at the Festival include tea cookies, banana bread, pecan pies, bread pudding, and much more. The Festival, which features carnival rides, games, food, live music, and more, runs through Sunday, ending at 4 p.m. after the $6000 raffle drawing.
Smoking Cessation Program reaches major milestone
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 28 LAF. PORT COMMISSION 10:30 a.m. Committee Meetings 108 A.O. Rappelet Rd. Port Fourchon
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Program exceeds 60,000 applicants
NEW ORLEANS – The Smoking Cessation Trust (SCT) recently crossed another major milestone by exceeding 60,000 applicants (60,288, as of Sept. 7), who have made the commitment to do one of the hardest things they will probably ever do in their lives—quit smoking. According to the 2015 America’s Health Rankings® Report from the United Health Foundation, Louisiana presently ranks 46 out of 50 states for tobacco use, with nearly a quarter of the state’s residents smoking. The Trust, which has members in every parish of the state, is working towards the goal of helping 210,000 Louisianans become smoke-free by 2022. The Smoking Cessation Trust, now in the fourth year of its 10-year program, is the result of a court judgment in a 14year-old class action lawsuit entitled Scott v. American Tobacco Company. The judgment became final in 2011
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and ordered certain tobacco companies to fund a statewide, 10-year smoking cessation program to benefit more than 200,000 Louisiana smokers who are members of the plaintiff class (the “Scott Class”). The recipient of the award was a court-established and court-supervised smoking cessation program to benefit all Louisiana residents who smoked a cigarette before September 1, 1988. Applicants who register for the smoking cessation program and are approved (usually in one day) as qualified recipients will be eligible to receive cessation products and services completely free. “As we continue to partner with health systems and providers, such as Willis-Knighton in Shreveport, Imperial Health in Lake Charles, Our Lady of the Lake in Baton Rouge, East Jeff General
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The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office reported the death of a Cut Off woman from a single-vehicle accident that occurred Monday evening on East 47th St. Amanda Galliano, 32, died as a result of a single-vehicle crash after she was pinned between a pickup truck and a tree near her residence. The crash occurred just before 6:30 p.m. on Monday, September 19. Through investigation, deputies learned Galliano was assisting a male relative in parking a boat and trailer. The relative, who was driving a pickup truck, began backing the boat and trailer underneath a carport. At one point, the relative exited the truck to check the placement of the boat and trailer, then re-entered the truck and began driving forward with the truck door ajar. At one point, he fell out of the truck which continued moving forward. Galliano ran toward the driver’s side of the truck in an attempt to gain control of the vehicle, but the truck continued forward and See Crash Page 5-A
Artist’s rendition of the Golden Meadow Spohn Ranch Skate Parks skate park.
Golden Meadow skate park should open by Halloween
Construction on the Golden Meadow skate park has been ongoing despite rain delays, and skaters can expect an opening by Halloween. The timeline for completing the project was delayed almost a month due to recent rain, according to project engineer John Plaisance of J. Wayne Plaisance Inc. The budget also increased in August after extra money from other park repair projects was moved to the skate park. The original budget was $250,000; it’s now up to $340,000. See Park Page 5-A
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Sunday, September 25, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
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Lockport KCs lunch benefit set for Sun.
The Lockport Knights of Columbus is hosting a fundraiser dinner on Sunday September 25 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the KC home on Seventh Street. The menu will consist of hamburger steak, mashed potatoes, sweet peas, salad and bread for an $8 donation. Dine in or take it to go. Drinks and desserts will also be available.
Senior commodities to be given out next week
The Lafourche Council on Aging and Catholic Charities will give out monthly commodities for qualifying seniors 60 years of age or older between 7 and 9 a.m. on Wednesday, September 28 at Cut Off Youth Center and Thursday, September 29 at Raceland Recreation Center.
Jambalaya lunch benefit set for Thurs.
The Center for Traditional Louisiana Boat Building, 202 Main Street, Lockport, will be having a jambalaya lunch fundraiser on Thursday, Sept. 29 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunches will be $10 each and will consist of chicken and sausage jambalaya, white beans, green salad and a roll. Orders can
be picked up on the Lafourche Street side of the building. Call (985) 532-5106 or stop by the building on Tuesday or Thursday to place your order. Arrangements can be made for deliver of 10 or more orders. The jambalaya dinner is courtesy of The Jambalaya Shoppe.
Band festival slated for Oct. 1 at CLHS
Central Lafourche Trojan Lancer Band presents 2016 Fete De’ Musique to be held on Saturday, Oct 1 at Central Lafourche High School Stadium. Gates open at 10 a.m. Admission is $5. There will be 12 marching bands from Louisiana, including CLHS and SLHS, competing for the 2016 Fete De Musique title as well as an exhibition show featuring the 2015 Louisiana Showcase Reserve Grand Champs – the Trojan Lancer Band. Concessions and drinks will also be available for purchase.
KC Soccer Challenge slated for Oct. 1
The Knights of Columbus Council 8898 will sponsor a youth soccer challenge competition on October 1st at the Larose Regional Park Soccer Field. Registration will begin at 7:30 a.m. In the event of a rainout the challenge will be held October 8th. All boys and girls, ages 9-14, are invited to participate in the local level of completion. All winners in their respective age groups will move on to the district challenge.
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PRAYING FOR OUR FAMILIES, COMMUNITY AND NATION. ...Jesus Himself would often slip away to the wilderness and pray.
Luke 5:16
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Healing masses planned for Oct. 1, 2
St. Joseph Catholic Church is hosting a Blessed Seelos Healing Mass and Veneration at all the masses on the weekend of October 1 and 2. Mass schedule is Saturday at 4 p.m. and Sunday at 7 a.m., 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. All are invited.
Town-wide garage sale set for Oct. 1
Bayou Lafourche Folklife and Heritage Museum is planning Lockport’s Townwide Garage Sale on Saturday, October 1, beginning at 7 a.m. The museum at 110 Main Street in Lockport will be one of the many vendors. No maps will be printed again this year, so there is no need to register.
Lockport KCs to take part in garage sale
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Words of advice from a Good Ole Cajun Woman!
[Dear Aunt Ka-Me-La]
Dear Tante Camilla, I never know how to act when I’m eating with some fancy people. Please explain to me what is the appropriate way to act when having a seafood boil. Are there any etiquette guidelines or is it “anything goes” for seafood boils? Signed, Missing Manners _______________
The Lockport KCs and Ladies Auxiliary will have a huge garage sale on Saturday, October 1 beginning at 7 a.m. at their home on Seventh Street in conjunction with the annual town-wide garage sale. Beignets and coffee will be sold in the morning and hotdogs and chili along with a number of other items will be available for purchase.
Dear Missing Manners: I used to think that people in Louisiana couldn’t mess up boiled crawfish. Then one time we were invited to my cousin Evangeline’s new in-laws for a big fais-do-do to celebrate her recent marriage to their son. Well, these people lived in Lafayette and let me tell you, those people can’t cook
Due to the sluggish economy and the recent flooding in the Baton Rouge and surrounding areas, the organizers of the Leeville Fishing Rodeo has suspended the Rodeo this year.
Griffins Marina would like to thank all the volunteers that have made the Rodeo successful in the past and hopefully in the future.
Leeville Fishing Rodeo suspended this year
no crawfish. It was so pimanté that you couldn’t even eat it. Ah-ban, that’s a waste of good crawfish. Anyway, bonjour, mes amis. This is Tante Camilla ready to give you some advice. So venez ici and écoutez. So you worried about how to act with some fancy people? Well, beb, I don’t know if you asking the right person because Tante Camilla ain’t too fancy but I know how to pass a good time! This is what I think about fancy people at a seafood boil: If they say, “ewwww you suck the heads” or “ewwww those peelings are going to stink,” then you tell them, “avec votre nez en l’air, vous pouvez noyer quand il mouille!” At a seafood boil, you eat with your hands, you never go empty handed – maybe bring some crackettes or a french bread or make a dip, bring your own
beer because that goes good with some boiled seafood, you pass a good time and you help clean up afterwards. That’s about the only thing you need to worry about, beb. And don’t ever go to a seafood boil in Lafayette unless you want your lips to fall off. Well, c’est tout pour asteur. When I get another question you’ll get another answer. -Tante Camilla
Readers can submit questions to Tante Camilla. She will respond to inquiries with sage advice that will also include a bit of humor and a lot of Cajun charm. Readers can send questions in the following ways: Mail: The Lafourche Gazette c/o Tante Camilla, P.O. Box 1450, Larose LA 70373, email: ads@TLGnewspaper.com, drop the letter off at The Lafourche Gazette during office hours (M-F, 8-4), or send a private message through The Lafourche Gazette’s Facebook page. Pen names can be used. The Gazette will not publish the letter writer’s name or personal information. Names may be changed to protect the letter writer or other parties involved.
Nicholls to celebrate grand reopening of Talbot Hall, Danos Theater on Tuesday
THIBODAUX, La. — Nicholls State University will commemorate the grand reopening of the Mary and Al Danos Theater and Talbot Hall on Tuesday, Sept. 27 with a night of celebration and artistic exhibitions. The event, titled an Opening Night Showcase of the Arts, will feature musical performances, theatrical acts and artwork performed and created by Nicholls students and faculty, including the Nicholls Concert Choir, Jazz Band and Nicholls’ Players. A cocktail reception will be held at 6:30 p.m with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and performances following at 7 p.m. The 5,500-square-foot theater was named in honor of Al and Mary Danos, benefactors and lovers of the arts. “We are forever grateful to Nicholls for giving us a special place to remember
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our parents. Our parents’ legacy lives on at Nicholls, a place they loved so dearly. It’s something remarkable, and we’re very thankful for that,” the Danos’ children, Rene, Alyce, Andre and Marcel, said in a statement. “Daddy always loved when something was finished and we’re excited everyone gets to finally see this beautiful place that’s like no other in our community.” Originally built for $1.6 million in 1970, the 73,000-square-foot facility has undergone $9.6 million in renovations, which
began in 2014. Those renovations feature structural and technological enhancements including new seating, curtains, flooring and state-of-the-art lighting and sound equipment. In addition, the campus TV studio, KNSU radio station and two Talbot Hall classrooms received technological upgrades to enhance student learning. Tickets cost $100, and limited seating is available. All proceeds will go to the Danos Theater Maintenance Fund. To purchase a ticket, visit nichollsfoundation.org or call 985-4484005.
Area development: Louisiana ranks as top 5 state for business
BATON ROUGE, La. — Area Development has ranked Louisiana No. 5 in the magazine’s annual Top States for Doing Business report, with the state climbing three spots from its No. 8 ranking last year. The 2016 report represents the sixth consecutive year Louisiana has ranked in the nation’s Top 10, and this year’s ranking is the highest ever for the state. In addition to the overall Top States for Doing Business ranking, Area Development ranked states in a number of specific business categories. For example, Louisiana ranks No. 2 in Business Incentive Programs; No. 2 in Leading Workforce Development Programs; No. 3 in Cooperative and Responsive State Government; No. 5 in Favorable Regulatory Environment; and No. 7 in Speed of Permitting. Area Development editors lauded LED FastStart® – Louisiana’s customized
workforce development program – as a key element in the state’s successful business environment. The magazine also took particular note of Louisiana’s productive business incentives programs. “Louisiana … has a long and diverse list of possibilities, including incentives that encourage angel investment, technology, commercialization, rehabilitation of existing structures, and even the creation of motion pictures, theatrical productions, and sound recordings.” Southern Business & Development ranked Louisiana No. 1 among Southern states for attracting the most significant capital investment and job-creation projects per capita, for the seventh year in a row. In August, Business Facilities ranked LED FastStart® as the nation’s No. 1 state workforce training program for the seventh consecutive year.
Sunday, September 25, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
Jobs and workers drop in Louisiana, but jobless rate level
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Louisiana’s economy lost more jobs in August, though the unemployment rate stayed flat because workers exited the economy just as quickly. Employer payrolls fell by 7,000 in August to 1.97 million after months of stability. Used by many economists as their top labor market indicator, payrolls were 19,000 below August 2015 levels. The Louisiana unemployment rate was flat in August at 6.3 percent. But that separate survey of workers showed lower numbers of people seeking and holding jobs. The number of unemployed Louisianans fell slightly to 134,000 in August. Louisiana retained the fourth-highest jobless rate among states, with Alaska worst at 6.8 percent. The nationwide jobless rate stayed flat at 4.9 percent. Both sets of figures, adjusted to cancel out seasonal changes, were released Tuesday by the U.S. Labor Department. ___
Edwards, Landry to meet over latest budget disagreement
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Gov. John Bel Edwards will sit down with Attorney General Jeff Landry next week to try to hash out their latest budget dispute. Representatives of the Democratic governor and Republican attorney general say a Sept. 30 meeting has been scheduled to discuss Landry budget requests that were stalled by
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the Edwards administration. The attorney general sought to boost spending in his budget on Medicaid fraud investigations and to take money from the health department to defend Louisiana abortion laws. The Edwards administration disagreed with both requests and refused to advance them to the Legislature’s joint budget committee for consideration. Landry sought intervention from lawmakers, who suggested they were tired of the bickering and told the officials to work it out themselves. Edwards and Landry have clashed repeatedly since taking office. ___
Assumption sheriff’s police dogs get bulletproof vests
GONZALES, La. (AP) — The four police dogs of the Assumption Parish Sheriff’s Office now have bulletproof vests, thanks to a national nonprofit organization. Sheriff Leland Falcon said in a news release Diesel, Isa, Major and Vickie were sized for its made-to-order vest that arrived this week. Falcon said the vests are stab-resistant and bulletproof, and will protect
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Public participation encouraged for parish transportation plan
Mathews, LA –The South Central Planning and Development Commission is requesting public participation with input on the Lafourche Parish Transportation Plan. Two meetings will be held to enable the public an opportunity for input as the plan is prepared. The plan will detail roadway projects within the parish and highlight new roadways and the widening of existing ones. It will also emphasize bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure, and will detail strategies to alleviate congestion. Meetings will be held on: - Mon., Sept. 26, South Lafourche Library, 16241 E. Main Street, Galliano, 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. - Thurs., Sept. 29, Mathews Government Complex, 4876 Hwy. 1, 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.
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Sunday, September 25, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
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House to be moved or torn down for materials. Call 985-6378198 or 985-258-5775. _________________ House For Sale By Owner: 337-517-2341 337-517-2340 Golden Meadow 3 bedroom, 2 bath home; 1840 sq. ft. on piers; lot 146’ x 120’; carport; garage/ workshop; municipal sewerage; NO owner financing; NO rent to own available. _________________ Lease Purchase Option: Victorian 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home in Larose on LA.1 (quiet neighborhood). Asking $128,000. For details call 985-6911367, leave voicemail. _________________ Home For Sale: Total Renovation. 2 bedroom, 2 full baths; extra large master bedroom with walk in tiled shower; spacious closets; all new appliances; laundry with washer and dryer; tile and hardwood floors; carport and shed; move in ready. 145 East 69th Place. (985) 258-0465. _________________ House For Sale: with bayou side property. 3 bedroom, 1 bath, office, 2 car garage. 1750 sq.ft.; huge, partially fenced yard, 125’x288’; 14617 East Main, Cut Off. 985691-9475. _________________ 2BR, 1ba. House for Sale: Large deck and cabana. 137 Terrebonne Lane, Golden Meadow. Appraised at $98,000. Asking $72,000. Call 985714-2860. _________________ 2BR, 1ba. House for Sale: Kitchen and dining room together, living room, shed, carport, 22kw Generac generator. 122 West 177th St., Galliano. $60,000. 985637-9769. _________________
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Office For Sale: Owner financing or lease. For pictures, email M1T2M3@ gmail.com. Call 985696-3132. _________________
Restaurant Building For Lease: Great location/move in ready, 13025 Hwy. 1, Larose. Fully equipped/addt’l b-b-q room attached. Approx. 3,000 sq ft., $3000/mth, $1000/ dep. Serious inquiries only. Call 985-6657375. _________________
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Reduced! Land For Sale: Must Sale! 100x619. 1.4 acres, down West 164th St., Galliano. Last section in back, borders and access to canal. Great for investment, crawfish pond, etc. Undeveloped and unrestricted. Asking $20,000. Call 985696-7912. _________________
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House for Rent: 3BR, 2ba. West 131st St. in Galliano. $800/mo and $400/dep. No smoking, no pets. Also a Trailer for Rent: 3BR, 1ba, East 25th St. in Larose, $800/ mo and $400/dep. No smoking, no pets. 985-696-2270. _________________
LARGE 2BR, 1BA. apt. in Cut Off For Rent: Pets welcome. Unfurnished unit $795/mo. with 6 month lease, $750 security deposit. Unit has washer and dryer. To see pics go to w w w. c o t e b l a n c h e apartments.com. Call Bill at 985-325-5626 for more info. _________________
For Rent: 3 bedroom, 1 bath home; completely renovated; additional office/ bedroom; large yard; Cut Off area, off Hwy 1; Ready to move in; $1,200/ month; $850/ deposit. 985-6936533/ 985-728-2620 FMI. _________________ Apt For Rent: Newly remodeled; unfurnished; 2 bedroom; 1 bath; large living room and kitchen; laundry room; located in Cut Off area; no smoking; no pets. Asking $650/ rent and $650/deposit. Must sign 1year lease. FMI Call 985-696-0229. _________________
Human Resources Director
Lafourche Parish Government Thibodaux, LA 70301 We are seeking candidates ffoor the role of Human Resources Director to lead the H.R. department functions for Laffoourche Parish Government in Thibodaux, LA. The fo H.R. Director provides a range of support services and solutions to the Administration plus various entities that partner with Laffoourche Parish Government. The Human Resources Director will be responsible for leading the H.R. team to align resources to meet the needs of Laffoourche Parish Government’s developing and implementing policy. The Director will have oversight of employee benefit plans, compensation, organizational development and other H.R. programs such as risk management. The candidate should have a minimum of five (5) years of local or state government experience in a leadership role with an acute understanding of Human Services Systems. This includes but is not limited to Health Benefit Exchanges, risk management, and operational software systems such as MUNIS that support human services programs. In conjunction with working on behalf of the Parish Administration, the candidate should have three (3) years of experience with policies and procedures of Civil Service at the local government level. This includes supporting proactive talent management strategies and procedures for hiring, onboarding, and compliance unique to government entities.
Recommended requirements include: • Minimum of 5 years’ experience specific to government • Experience with developing and implementing employee benefit/compensation/ worker ’s compensation and other insurance programs • Experience with government contracts in multiple states • Experience with developing and implementing Online human services program applications • Experience with developing and implementing talent management strategies • B.S. Degree in Human Resource Management, or related field • Masters of Human Resources Degree Job T Ty ype: Full-time Recommended education: • Bachelor ’s and Master ’s Recommended experience: • H u m a n R e s o u r c e s : F i v e o r m o r e y e a r s specific to government Required license or certification: • SPHR Preferred
Deadline to apply is October 31, 2016
Applicants should email their resume to: James B. Cantrelle, Parish President 402 Green Street, Thibodaux, LA 70301 EOE / ADA
Mobile Home For Rent: 3 bedroom, 2 bath, spacious; background checks; no pets; no smoking inside; quiet neighborhood; $750 /month, $750/ deposit; 985475-7273 or 985-6377273 _________________ Newly Built 2BR Apts. for Rent: $750/mo plus $750/dep. Call 985714-2860. _________________ 3BR, 2ba. Home for Rent: with extra storage room, located on LA 1 in Cut Off. Approximately 1500 sqft. $950/mo. Call Diane at 985-691-1367, leave voicemail. _________________ Large Apt. for Rent: 3BR, 1ba., water paid. $750/mo, $750/dep. Larose area. 985-6652548. _________________ 2BR Mobile Home for Rent: partially furnished, washer / dryer hook up, water paid, no pets, private yard, $595/mo and $400/dep. 985-6322158 or 985-5336212. _________________ 2BR, 1ba. Home for Rent: next door to Lady of the Sea Hospital. $700/mo. rent with $500/dep. 985677-0915. _________________ Townhouse Apt. For Rent: #3 151 West 124 St. 2 bedrooms; 1.5 bath; new appliances; grass cut; good neighborhood; $600/month; $600/deposit. Call John at (985) 691-8313. Also 3 bedroom, 1 bath trailer for rent. $700/month and $700/deposit. Available October 1. _________________ Home For Rent: 4 bedroom, 2 bath homel ready to move in; spacious and updated; large yard; Cut Off area, off Hwy 1; $1,000/ month; $850/ deposit. 985-6936533 or 985-728-2620 FMI. _________________ Brick Home For Rent: Lovely 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in quiet neighborhood located on LA 1 in Cut Off; fenced yard plus offset den; patio; carport. $1200/month. Call Diane at 985691-1367, leave voicemail. _________________ Apartment For Rent: 2 bedroom, 1 bath; remodeled; stove, fridge, washer/ dryer; Cut Off; FMI Call 985665-7621. _________________
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For Rent: Mobile Home in Galliano. 2 bedroom; 1 double bath with garden tub and shower; fully furnished; $675/month; $675/deposit. Background check; no pets; no smoking. 985-637-7273. _________________ House For Rent: 3 bedroom; 2 bath; covered carport; 140 West 165th St; $800 deposit and $900/month rent. Call for appointment, 985870-4194. _________________ House For Rent: 2 big bedrooms; big bath; 139 North 2nd St., near GMUE School; carport with large shed; small yard; quiet neighborhood; $800/rent; $800/deposit. Call 677-6255. _________________ Cabana For Rent: 1 bedroom; 1.5 bath; private neighborhood; double carport; all utilities paid, includes cable; $900/month; $600/deposit. Call 677-6255. _________________ For Rent: 2 Bedroom, 2 bath House, Galliano/ Cut Off area. $650 a month; $650 damage deposit. NO TEXTING. Call (985) 632-6549 or (985) 665-0936, leave a CLEAR message and number to call. _________________
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For Rent: 3 bedroom, 1 bath house; located in Galliano; recently renovated; stove; washer/dryer; water paid; no pets; quiet neighborhood; $650/ month; $500/ security/ cleaning deposit. Call 985-278-0655. _________________ A charming apt. overlooking Bayou Lafourche for rent: 2 bd; partly furnished, including washer & dryer; total electric; water paid; utility shed; $600/mth., $500 security deposit. Located off LA 1 at 505 North Bayou Dr. Golden Meadow. Call (985) 209-0026. _________________ House For Rent: 3 bedroom/ 1 .5 bath in Larose on LA-1. $950/month. Call Diane at 985-6911367, leave voicemail. _________________ REDUCED! 2BR, 2ba. House For Rent: newly remodeled brick house in Galliano offering new appliances, dishwasher, washer and dryer. Water included. $950/month; $950/ deposit. Six month lease required then month to month afterwards. FMI call 985798-7433 or 985-637-4542. _________________
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55 Gallon Food Grade Plastic Drums with lids for sale. Please call (985) 2911329 for more information. _________________ For Sale: 2011 Gravely Mower; 1600 hrs; 52” bed; $2,000. Double Axle Trailer; 2006; 16 x 6 ½ wide; $1,000; tool box, weedeater and gas can racks. Phone (985) 696-1575 or (985) 696-3965. _________________ For Sale: sofa- love seat with recliners. $150 OBO. Cast iron shampoo bowl, $25; New, in box, faucets for bowl, $85; If faucets are purchased, bowl is free. Shampoo lounge chair, $40; hydraulic chair, $40; need more info, call 414-2935. _________________
BOATS
Boat For Sale: 47x16 Steel Hull, wooden cabin. Just put on dry dock, had bottom checked and bottoms good. Overhauled 3306 Caterpiller 251HP. Rebuilt winch, clutch, A-frame and cabin. Asking $50,000. Call Mary at 985-691-4008. _________________
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Superior Rent to Own is now hiring fulltime Account Managers. Up to $30k annual with full benefits. Must be cable of heavy lifting. Apply in person at 4560 Hwy 1., Suite 4 in Raceland or 14492 West Main St. in Cut Off. _________________ Salon U is looking for an experienced hairstylist, nail technician, message therapist, and/or esthetician. FMI call Rosalyn Chiasson at 696-4540 or 5322305. _________________ CDL Driver Wanted. Call 985-228-3336. _________________ EPS is growing again! Administrative Clerk / Dispatcher Assistant. Immediately accepting applications for administrative clerk / dispatcher assistant to work in Port Fourchon, 5/2 schedule, 40 hours per week. Position is scheduled to last 6 months. Ideal applicant must be proficient in Excel/ Word/ Powerpoint and have some background experience with SAP and other tracking software programs. Health insurance offered and paid holidays. Applications accepted (MondayThursday 8-11am and 1-4pm). Valid references required. EOE/M/F. Apply online at www.eps team.com or email resume to hr@eps team.com. _________________ Drivers: CDL-AOTR. $3500 sign-on bonus. Excellent Pay$175 reload bonus. Flexible hometime. Tank/ Haz End. Needed. 855-2521634. _________________ Lafourche Arc is looking for energetic, compassionate individuals to work flexible hrs. & days w / individuals w / disabilities who live in the lower Lafourche area. Assistance with transportation, personal hygiene & household tasks is needed. Agency will train. High school diploma, GED or 5 yrs pd related exp. required. Scheduling flexibility required. FMI contact Meka Williams at 985447-6214 ext. 120 or Gina Gaudet at ext. 115. Applications may be completed at Lafourche Arc, 100 W. Main St., Thibodaux. EOE, M/F/V/H. _________________ Coastal Janitorial Services is now hiring! Cleaning ladies needed 5 days a week. Call 632-5791. _________________
Jan Serve Cleaning personnel needed in Lafourche Parish. Call to apply at 985-262-4084. Resume preferred but not required. Submit resume to P.O. Box 143 Cut Off, LA 70345 _________________ Lafourche Parish Fire District 3 is accepting applications for the following career positions: Firefighter/ Operator. LPFD3 offers competitive salaries, state requirement, health, vision and dental insurance, paid vacation and paid holiday. Must possess a valid driver’s license and high school diploma or G.E.D. Please apply in person at FIRE CENTRAL, 17462 West Main, Cut Off. Need more information, contact Codi Collins at 985-6328068. _________________ Need Income? Looking for Tupperware consultants, flexible hours. Part/time or full/time. Earn money your first week. Earn bonuses, free Tupperware. Save on personal purchases. Start your Tupperware business today. Terry (985) 872-5051. _________________ Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985-6934316. _________________
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www.thelafourchegazette.com Interior Office Cleaning and Maintenance Included. Reasonable rates. (985) 691-8317. _________________ Tony’s Carpentry Friendly service. Honest trademan. 15 years experience. Need carpentry, plumbing, painting, pressure washing call 985-278-7188, ask for Tony. Blessings. _________________ Dog Grooming at Pitre’s Feed & Seed. Call JoAnn Pitre at 696-2321. _________________ LABOVE PLUMBING Professional Plumbing Service. Gas, water, sewer. Ask about our payment options. 16844 West Main St., Cut Off, LA 70345. LMP 7038. Call 985-991-1881. _________________ Kerry Chiasson Carpentry For all your carpentry needs. Call 985-6376279. _________________ J & P’s Tree Service & Sawmill, LLC Land Clearing, Dozer & Excavator, Tree Removal, Trimming, Stump Grinding, Demolition, Lumber cut to order, For Sale: Firewood, Mulch and Dirt. State Arbor’s License & Insured. Call 985-632-2540 or 985696-5174. _________________
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AMANDA ROSE GALLIANO
Amanda Rose Galliano, 32, a native and resident of Cut Off, passed away Sept. 19, 2016. Visitation took place at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Cut Off on Sept. 23 beginning at 10 a.m. A memorial mass was held at 11 a.m. with interment following in the church cemetery. Amanda is survived by her father Douglas “Doug” Galliano, mother Catherine “Cathy” G. Rogers (Alan), children Brenna Marie Rodrigue, Brodie Douglas Hebert, Brittany Rose Hebert, and sisters LeeAnn Johnson (D.J.) and Colbi Marie Galliano. She was preceded in death by her companion Blair Hebert. She was an avid swimmer in her youth and a hardworking, devoted mother to her children. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. ___________________
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OBITUARIES CONT.
LORITA PICCIOLA
Lorita “Telore” Serigny Picciola, 92, a native and resident of Golden Meadow passed away on September 20, 2016. Visitation took place at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Golden Meadow on September 24 from 9 a.m. until service time. Funeral Mass began at 11 a.m. and burial followed in Sacred Heart Cemetery in Cut Off. Lorita is survived by her children Marco J. Picciola (Ann), Larry J. Picciola (Charlene), Carlotta P. Eserman (Barry), grandchildren, Joseph C. Picciola, John V. Picciola, Harris R. Picciola, Robert E. Picciola, Charles S. Picciola, Allison P. Wells, Addie E. Duet, Dr. Estelle E. Felarise, and Elliot J. Eserman; 21 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild; sisters, Rosie S. Savoie, Romanda S. Pitre, and brother, Gregory Serigny. She was preceded in death by her husband Joseph C. Picciola; father Augustin Joseph Serigny; mother Marque Maggie G. Serigny; brothers Abraham Smith, Howard Serigny, and Joseph Serigny, and sisters Godlyn S. Watkins, Peggy S. Doucet, and Catherine Serigny. The family would like to thank The Broadway and Dr. Michael Marcello for the exceptional care provide to Mrs. Lorita. In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation in Mrs. Lorita’s name to the charity or organization of your choosing. Falgout Funeral Home of Galliano entrusted with arrangements. ___________________
Report
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The audit report scrutinized agency management from 2010 through 2015 when Bobby Jindal was Louisiana’s governor and Robert Barham was wildlife and fisheries secretary. In January, John Bel Edwards succeeded Jindal as governor, naming Charlie Melancon as the department’s secretary. Barham said he’s seen the draft report and has been given until the end of next week to respond. He disputed some assertions made by the auditor’s office, but said he couldn’t yet provide specifics because of confidentiality rules involving draft audits. “There are some factual errors in the audit findings, and we believe some conclusions are erroneous,” Barham said in a telephone interview. Melancon sent letters in July to both Purpera and the district attorney in Baton Rouge saying he believes “there may have been misappropriation of public funds or assets by the previous administration of this agency.” State Inspector General Stephen Street, whose independent office probes suspected fraud and corruption in government, confirmed he also has “an ongoing inquiry” into the department, but said he can’t discuss it further. Amid the wide range of
Surfin’ the is comprised of cute, funny and at times heartwarming stories and photos that are found circulating the internet. Oftentimes there are no known authors of the material. The Lafourche Gazette does not take credit for the writings in this column. We’re publishing it to simply put a smile on our readers’ faces.
Language barrier
A Swiss guy, looking for directions, pulls up at a bus stop where two Americans are waiting. “Entschuldigung, koennen Sie Deutsch sprechen?” he asks. The two Americans just stare at him. “Excusez-moi, parlez vous Francais?” he tries. The two continue to stare. “Parlare Italiano?”
No response. “Hablan ustedes Espanol?” Still nothing. The Swiss guy drives off, extremely disgusted. The first American turns to the second and says, “Y’know, maybe we should learn a foreign language.” “Why?” says the other. “That guy knew four languages and it didn’t do him any good.”
financial concerns raised by the audit, a third of the report centers on the fish testing program. Nearly a third of the domestic seafood in the continental U.S. comes from Louisiana, according to the state seafood board, and the industry has a $2.4 billion state economic impact and employs tens of thousands. But the catastrophic April 2010 oil spill raised contamination concerns, provoking testing to reassure consumers the seafood was safe. Wildlife and Fisheries received $10.5 million from BP over three years for a seafood testing program, in a contract that required the agency to test different types of finfish and shellfish for oil contamination. The draft audit didn’t raise concerns about other testing done on shrimp, oysters and sediment. But auditors took issue with the portion of fish collections based in Venice, at the southeastern tip of boot-shaped Louisiana. About $3 million was spent from December 2010 through August 2014 by the Venice sampling program. Less than half the tissue samples needed from fish like tuna, mackerel, snapper and grouper were collected, according to the draft report obtained by AP. A biologist wasn’t always present for the sampling, auditors say, and seafood tissue samples sat for days — and sometimes weeks — before being submitted. “Management cannot ensure that the work accomplished was sufficient to provide assurances regarding the safety of Louisiana’s seafood,” the report says. Other seafood testing was conducted separately by federal and state officials before harvest areas were allowed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to reopen. The auditor’s report doesn’t indicate the questionable fish testing was the deciding factor for declaring Louisiana’s fisheries safe. The report does suggest,
however, that the program spending didn’t necessarily comply with the state’s agreement with BP. According to the report, the Venice sampling team spent $2.3 million of the BP money for boats, fishing and water sports equipment, vehicles, groceries and other items that auditors said “appear excessive.” For example, $18,000 in cameras and camera equipment were bought though photos weren’t required for the fish testing and a department biologist said photos were never taken for the sampling, the draft report says. It also cites $8,000 spent on computers and iPads not used in testing work and says at least $55,000 in property bought for the Venice team is missing, including more than 100 fishing rods and reels, coolers and other sporting equipment. Similar purchasing and lost property questions are raised by the report in other areas of agency spending. Melancon issued a statement confirming his office received the draft audit and was preparing a formal response. But he said the “information is confidential” until the legislative auditor releases a final report publicly. “Therefore, we are unable discuss any specifics,” said Melancon, adding the department is cooperating fully with the legislative auditor. ___ Follow Melinda Deslatte on Twitter at http://twitter.com/melindadeslatte
Park
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The skate park is the first in Lafourche Parish and is set for Golden Meadow’s Oak Ridge Park near the pool. Houma opened one in May adjacent to the Houma-Terrebonne Civic Center at a cost of about $1.2 million. Spohn Ranch Skateparks in Los Angeles assisted with designs for the park. The town of Golden Meadow and the Lafourche Parish Council
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received public input for the design in July at a workshop and released the plans a few weeks later.
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was the nation’s fifth-worst, shrinking 3.8 percent. Monroe and New Orleans posted above-average growth, expanding 2.8 and 2.6 percent, respectively. New Orleans was also boosted by nondurable manufacturing, while Monroe saw a big expansion in the computerdriven information sector. Shreveport-Bossier City was nearly flat, growing 0.2 percent, while Alexandria saw its economy shrink 1.6, also one of the 50 worst performances nationwide. The nation’s 382 metro areas grew 2.5 percent, on average, in 2015. Gross domestic product seeks to measure all economic output of an area.
Crash
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struck a tree, pinning her between the tree and the truck near the driver’s side door. The relative attempted to free Galliano, but he was unable to do so and called 911. LPSO deputies and Troopers from Louisiana State Police Troop C responded to the scene, along with EMTs and members of Lafourche Parish Fire District #3, and they found the victim unresponsive. Firefighters were able to cut the tree in order to free Galliano, and she was pronounced dead at the scene. Alcohol and drug impairment are not suspected to be a factor, and no charges are expected in this incident.
Smoking
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Hospital, West Jefferson and others across the state, we are able to provide our free smoking ces-
sation products and services to a wider audience of potential “Scott Class” members who are ready to quit,” said Mike Rogers, CEO, Smoking Cessation Trust Management Services. “Additionally, as smokers begin to realize that the benefits of quitting are not only physical, but financial (pack-a-day smokers in Louisiana can save over $2,000 dollars annually), they will be motivated to increase their rate of attempts to stop smoking, and may successfully quit for good,” added Rogers. While the Smoking Cessation Trust is unable to spend any of its more than $150 million in funds on advertising, it achieves its registration goals with the support of its many statewide health care partners. The program strives to share its quit messaging with Louisiana smokers through all other means of communication and outreach possible. For a list of statewide smoking cessation providers, visit www.smokingcessationtrust.org/files/AvailableServices/Group%20Cessa tion%20Providers.pdf. For more information or to apply, visit the Smoking Cessation Trust’s website at www.smokefreela.org; call locally at 504-529-5665 or toll-free at 855-259-6346.
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Sunday, September 25, 2016 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
What a Life!
By: Rev. Wilmer L. Todd Loving our neighbor can be difficult and demanding
“Curly” Veith is a 94year-old wealthy Christian. As his business prospered, Curly said, “I used to lie awake at night thinking of the hungry and homeless children all over the world. So I decided to give all my money away to help them!” He has given away $23 million so far! Clearly this elderly man has taken to heart the message of Jesus to his followers the night before he died, “I give you a new commandment: love one
another; just as I have loved you, you must also love one another. By this love you have for one another, everyone will know that you are my disciples.” In many wonderful ways Jesus showed his love for people – in kindness, compassion, generosity, patience, perseverance, endurance, faithfulness and forgiveness. Jesus’ love knew no limits. Jesus’ love is practical and down-to-earth. It involves a kindness and compassion that is self-forgetting. It’s a self-sacrificial kind of love so that others might be free – free to be good, kind, unselfish, generous and loving persons also. It’s our love for others that keeps the great love of Jesus alive in our world today. An American journalist, watching Mother Teresa caring for a man
Special Education District No. 1 (The Center) recently recognized Ms. Alison Breaux for her continuous attendance of thirty-five years at The Center. Pictured above are Ms. Breaux and Executive Director Rose Grabert.
Special Education District No. 1 (The Center) recently recognized Ms. Tracy Lambas for her continuous attendance of five years at The Center. Pictured above are Ms. Lambas and Executive Director Rose Grabert.
ASSEMBLY OF GOD
Charis Church
314 East 74th St. - Cut Off
Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Pastor Audie Crochet - (504) 952-6603
So. Lafourche Assembly of God
17618 West Main - Galliano - 632-2109 Sunday Morning Service 10 a.m. Children’s Church 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Night Service - 6:30 p.m. Guest Speaker Dr. Mark Duplantis Pastor Roger Hunt
BAPTIST
First Baptist Church
187 Oakridge Dr. - Golden Meadow Sunday School 9:15 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening Bible Study 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayers 6:30 p.m. Pastor Matthew W. Chouest, Sr. www.fbcgoldenmeadow.com
First Baptist Church of Grand Isle
New Sunlight Baptist Church 452 St. Patrick Street - Raceland
Sunday School 2 p.m., Sunday Worship 3 p.m. Prayer Service/Bible Class-Thurs., 6 p.m. Testimony/Prayer & Praise, 3rd Sunday, 3 p.m. Communion, 4th Sunday, 3 p.m. Reverend Charles Hawkins Sr., Pastor
Crosspoint Church
16640 West Main St., Cut Off (Near S. Lafourche Bridge-LA Hwy. 1) Sunday Worship: 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Thursday Midweek: 6:00 p.m. (All Ages) Pastor John Boss www.crosspointgalliano.com (985-772-7400)
Hwy. 1 & St. Ann Street - Raceland
Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Children’s Church 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship Service 5:00 p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m.
St. Mathews Missionary Baptist
First Baptist Church of Larose 105 W. 16th Street - Larose
Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:45 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Bible Study 6:00 p.m. Gary Hanberry, Pastor Res: 693-4891 - Church: 693-3258
New Mt. Zion Baptist Church 13841 East Main - Larose
Worship Service 7:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Prayer Service/Bible Class Wednesday 6:30 Lord’s Supper: First Sunday 7:00 a.m. Prayer Breakfast: Sat. before 1st Sun., 8 a.m. Speaking Meeting: Thurs. before 1st Sun. 7 a.m. Reverend Nolan Smith, Pastor
First Baptist Church 5545 Hwy. 1 - Lockport
Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 10:45 a.m. Wednesday Evening Worship 6:30 p.m. Pastor Kevin Celestin
Greater New Fountain 1859 Fontinelle - Lockport
Sunday Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Lord’s Supper Service: 2nd Sunday, 11:00 a.m. Prayer Breakfast: 2nd Saturday, 8:00 a.m. Bible Class Thursday 7:00 p.m.
Isrealite Baptist Church Hwy. 308 - Valentine
Worship Service 7:00 a.m. Lord’s Supper, Second Sunday, 7:00 a.m. Reverend K.W. Jackson, Pastor
Bethel Baptist Church
122 Matherne St. - Grand Bois Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Wed. Night Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Pastor Jimmy Autin
South Lafourche Baptist Church 17077 East Main - Galliano
Sunday Worship Service 7:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Services Prayer Service & Bible Study Thurs., 6-7 p.m. Choir Rehearsal Saturday 2:00 p.m. Speaking Meeting/Testimony 2nd Sun. 7:30 p.m. Lord’s Supper Every 3rd Sunday Reverend Roland J. Bradley, Sr.
Gulf Coast Baptist Church 18242 W. Main - Galliano
Sunday Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Worship 6:30 p.m. Pastor Shane Terrebonne (985) 258-0988
CATHOLIC
Our Lady of Prompt Succor 723 North Bayou Drive Golden Meadow
Saturday Mass 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Rev. Henry Sebastian, Pastor
Our Lady of the Isle Church 195 Ludwig Lane - Grand Isle
Saturday Vigil Mass 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Monday thru Thursday, 8:00 a.m. Fr. Carlos Talavera, Pastor
Our Lady of the Rosary
Sacred Heart Catholic Church 15300 West Main - Cut Off
Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m., Central Std. Time Saturday Mass 5:00 p.m., Daylight Savings Tm Sunday Mass 7:00, 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. Weekday Mass: W.-Th.-F., 8:30 a.m. Tuesdays: 6:00 p.m. Rev. Wilfredo “Freddie” Decal, Pastor
Holy Savior Church
612 Main Street - Lockport
Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m. Sunday Masses 7:00 and 10:00 a.m.
St. Anthony Church
333Twin Oaks Dr. - Raceland
Sunday Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Service 6:30 p.m. Church: 632-4119
Sat. Mass 6:00 p.m. - Sun. Mass 9:00 a.m. Wednesday 5:30 p.m. Rev. P.J. Madden www.stanthonygheens.parishesonline.co
195 Johnny Dufrene Drive - Mathews
333 Twin Oaks Drive - Raceland
Trinity Baptist Church
Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Service 6:30 p.m. Michael Davis, Pastor - 985-278-9852
St. Joseph Catholic Church 17980 West Main - Galliano
Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 7:00 and 10:00 a.m. Weekday Mass: M. - W. - Th. - Fri. 7:00 a.m. Tuesday 6:00 p.m.
CHURCH OF CHRIST
Larose Church of Christ
Sunday Worship Service 10:00 a.m. Bible Class 11:00 a.m. Evening Services 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Class 7:00 p.m.
FULL GOSPEL
Lighthouse Worship Center 18082 Hwy. 3235 - Galliano
Sunday Schedule: 9:59 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Christian Education: 7:00 p.m. Eno Dantin, Pastor Personas de habla hispana Bienvenidos
Mathews Full Gospel Temple Hwy. 1 Bayouside, Mathews
Sunday Morning Service: 11:30 a.m.
Full Gospel Temple #2
Hwy. 1, 124 Walter Ln., Golden Meadow Sunday Evening Service: 6:30 p.m. Thursday Evening Service: 7 p.m.
Open Door Revival Center
16164 W. Main St. - Cut Off. - 325-2456 Sunday Services 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Wednesday Night Service 7 p.m. Senior Pastor: Monty Duke Church Pastor: Darren Felarise Spanish Pastor: Marcos Ferriera
INTER-DENOMINATIONAL
Community Bible Church of Laf. 14757 East Main - Cut Off
12911 E. Main - Larose - 985-693-3433 Sunday Worship Service: 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Saturday Vigil 4:00 p.m. Sunday Masses 7:00, 10:00 and 5:30 Weekday Mass Monday thru Friday, 8:30 a.m. Adoration Chapel open all day, everyday Rev. Ronilo Villamor, Pastor www.ourladyoftherosarychurch.net
St. Hilary of Poitiers
Saturday Mass 4:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 7:00, 9:00 and11:00 a.m. Weekday Mass: Mon., Tues., Thurs., 5:00 p.m. Friday Mass 7:00 a.m. Rev. P.J. Madden www.sthilaryraceland.parishesonline.com
those who give it. To refuse to love is to die. To decide to love is to live. Yet love is a choice, not a feeling, and when we choose to be lov-
ing, caring, healing, helping, and forgiving persons, we experience well-being, contentment and happiness. That’s what life is all
about and that’s what everyone wants! That’s why Jesus strongly insists, “Love one another, as I have loved you.”
Golden Meadow Rotary Club
Shrimp Boil-Off wit h music
Saturday, October 1 G.M. Oakridge Park Serving Shrimp from 11am - 7pm (while supplies last)
Music from 11am - 9pm Featuring CLUSTAFUNK 5 - 9pm
Adult Admission: $15 Children 12 and under are free!
Admission price includes all you can eat boiled shrimp! No take outs!
Opportunities for sponsorships and boiling teams are available! For more information, contact Frank Boura (985) 665-1220.
WORSHIP DIRECTORY
First Assembly of God of Raceland 13379 East Main - Larose
129 Cedar Ln. - Grand Isle - 985-787-3410 Hwy. 308 - Mathews
Sunday Worship: 8:30 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study: 6:00 p.m. (All Ages) Pastor John Boss www.fbcgrandisle.com
with gangrene, remarked to her, “I wouldn’t do that for a million dollars.” Mother Teresa replied, “Neither would I do it for that amount, but I do it for love of God.” Loving our neighbor can be difficult and demanding. In the face of any radical terrorism, or in time of war, we are strongly tempted to dehumanize the enemy and regard them as outside the human family, unworthy of our love or respect. Still, Jesus’ commandment to love, and his own example of forgiving those who crucified him, constantly call us to reconsider things and seek reconciliation rather than victory. When is the last time you prayed for the conversion of the terrorists? It is only when we work with God’s grace that we can love our neighbor as ourselves in this new way. Can we make Jesus present in our lives at various times during the day? It is only by living close to Jesus that we can love as Jesus asked us. If we do not, we will be relying only on our human efforts alone. We will not love with the unconditional love Jesus asked for when he said, “I give you a new commandment: love one another as I have loved you.” True love is the opposite of selfishness. Selfishness confines us, keeps us shut in. It builds barriers, even walls, between us and others. What frees us is caring about and for others, being friends, being loving sisters and brothers, being good neighbors. In short, it’s love alone that frees us from the cage of selfishness. Love always demands the best from us, and brings out the best in us. Being loved gives us a surprising energy and courage. Love makes us fruitful, productive, and constant in doing good. Dr. Elizabeth KublerRoss, famous for her work on the stages of dying, has written, “Love is the flame that warms our soul, energizes our spirit and supplies passion to our lives. It’s our connection to God and to one another.” To love is to heal, both those who receive it and
Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Senior Pastor Dr. Bill Jemison III Pastor of Dicipleship Robert Durbin Youth Pastor Robert Schwertz Jordy Rousse, Pastor of Worship & Young Adult Ministry Phone: (985) 632-3077 www.communitybiblecutoff.com
Christian Family Center
Christian Fellowship Church 13581 East Main - Larose
PRESBYTERIAN
Gheens Presbyterian Church
108 East 90th Street - Galliano
1200 Crescent Avenue - Lockport
Services: Sun. 9:00 a.m. and Wed. 7:00 p.m. Children’s Ministry and Nursery Provided Youth Service: Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Senior Pastor Danny Knight - 532-6561
Iglesia Evanbelica Christiana Espiritual
13298 East Main - Larose
Tuesday Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Thursday Prayer Service 7:30 p.m. Sunday Morning Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship Service 6:00 p.m.
632-7575
UNITED METHODIST
Golden Meadow United Methodist Church
18803 East Main - Golden Meadow Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Chris Thomas, Pastor
Memorial United Methodist
201 Central Lafourche Dr. - Mathews
Sunday School & Adult Bible Class, 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 8:30 a.m. Communion First Sunday at 8:30 a.m. www.mathewsmethodist.org
PENTECOSTAL
New Beginning Pentecostal 13051 East Main Street - Larose Sunday Service 5:30 p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m. Pastor Ronnie Melancon
First United Pentecostal
Central Lafourche Drive - Mathews Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday Service 6:30 p.m. Thursday 7:30 p.m.
NON-DENOMINATIONAL
Bethel Christian Ministries
Victory Life Church
Crosby Boat Co., Inc.
Keep Your Soul In Tow - Go To Church!
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses
Community Fellowship
Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Thursdays 7:00 p.m. Reverend Carlos Nieves - (985) 532-2992
Hwy. 308 • E. 73rd St. Galliano • 632-6571
JEHOVAH’S WITNESS
Lighthouse Christian Fellowship
901 Barataria Street - Lockport
Windshield Chips Repaired • Commercial • Marine Residential
Sunday Services 8:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6:00 p.m. Doctor John Spaulding, Pastor
11819 East Main - Galliano
Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays 7:00 p.m. Pastor Morris Hunter, Jr.
B & J Martin, Inc. Utility Boats ~ Martin Quarters ~ (985) 632-2727
Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m. Children’s Ministry, Spanish Translation Available, and Nursery Provided Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. Discipleship Classes, Youth Ministry, Royal Rangers and Missionettes Scott Cheramie, Senior Pastor www.welcometocfc.com - online sermons
115 E. Central Avenue - Grand Isle Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. 985-787-3453
107 East 123rd Street - Galliano Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Reverend Nathan Hayes
Hwy. 1 • Lockport • 532-6015 1917 So. Bayou Dr. • Golden Meadow • 475-7131 13086 Hwy. 3235 • Larose • 693-7188
If we have not included your church, or you would like to be a part of this Worship Directory, please call the Lafourche Gazette at 985-693-7229.
LUTHERAN
Grace Lutheran Church 422 Valhi Blvd. - Houma
(Only Lutheran Church between Grand Isle and Kenner) Rev. Richard Rudnik Sunday Service 9:00 a.m., Sunday School for all ages 10:45 a.m. 879-1865 - FMI Call Rev. Rudnik 879-1865 or Joelle Gerken (from Larose) at 693-3222.
Bible Study: Tuesdays 7:00 p.m. English Elders: 985-360-7501 Spanish Elders: 985-791-6561 www.mormon.org
SPANISH
The Crossway Ministry, Lafourche
Iglesia Adventista del 7MO Dia
House of Prayer
Mision Bautista Hispana - Larose
18190 West Main St., Galliano
Sunday Worship Service, 10:00 a.m. Sunday Night Service, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Worship Service, 7:00 p.m. crosswaystudies@gmail.com
15392 Hwy. 3235 - Cut Off (Across from Golden Motors
Bible-based Sermons Saturdays 3 p.m. - Wednesdays 7 p.m. 985-278-0122 (All religions welcome)
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We aid in the supply of a natural resource to our world - oil. The Church aids in the supply of a vital resource to our world - God. Attend the church of your choice this week!
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Caring You Can Count On With Four locations! 3838 Hwy. 1, Raceland • 537-5261 600 Church St., Lockport • 532-2317 Hwy. 1, Galliano • 632-6112 211 Westside Blvd., Houma • 876-5442
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MORMON
Church of Jesus ChristLatter Day Saints East 57th St.
LA Carriers • 632-5858 752 Industrial Park Rd. • Larose, LA
504 Seventh St. - Lockport
Viernes - 7:30 p.m. Sabado - 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. Pastor R. Prieto Phone: (504) 505-2642 or (985) 693-6946
105 W. 16th St. - Larose
Servicios Viernes - 7:30 p.m. Domingo Escuela Dominical - 9:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m.m Servicio De Adoracion Pastor Juan Morales, 504-468-1300
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