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“And there were in the same country Y By MELINDA DESLATTE shepherds abiding in the field, Associated Press keeping watch over their flock by night. And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Gov. John t and the glory of the Lord shone round about them; Bel Edwards set a Jan. 19 deadline on and they were sore afraid. Wednesday to reach a taxV deal with MATHEWS • said GHEENS LOCKPORT • VALENTINE • LAROSE And the angel unto them•Fear not: for, behold, House Republican leaders for closing • GALLIANO • GOLDEN • aGRAND ISLE gap, or he won’t I bring you tidings of great joy,MEADOW which shall be•toLEEVILLE all people. $1 billion budget For unto you is born this day in the city of David, a Savior, call a February special session aimed which is Christ the Lord. And this shall be a sign unto you; at balancing the budget without deep Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, slashing. That could leave lawmakers trying lying in a manger. And suddenly there was with the angel to craft a budget that strips the entire a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, amount through cuts or letting the Glory to God in the highest, spending plan linger unfinished until and on earth peace and goodwill towards men.
By PATRICIA GANNON The Advocate
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Dirk Guidry is a fulltime artist. But his paintings, large-scale W abstracts and portraiture don’t always pay the bills. Being a wedding painter allows him to remain one. “I almost consider it my day job,” he says. “If I have one wedding a month, I can be in the studio the rest of the time.” He joined this latest wedding trend of having a live artist capture the reception on canvas when a Tennessee friend sent him a picture. “I looked at it and knew I could do it better,” says Guidry, who grew up in Galliano. “My cousin was getting married in Houma and asked me to paint her wedding. It was quite an experience the first time.” And a lesson. “I learned taking a blank canvas into the reception is not the way to go,” says the 30-yearold, who holds a fine arts bachelor’s degree from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Now after more than 30 weddings, Guidry doesn’t get nervous anymore and actually thrives under the pressure, competing against himself and time. His process is complex. And done quickly. “I’m trying to incorporate the night into one piece,” says Guidry, See Guidry Page 3-A
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a rushed, last-minute June special session, only weeks before the shortfall hits. Lawmakers also could call themselves into special session, though they’ve rarely done such a thing. The governor said eliminating the gap through spending reductions would be “so nasty” and so damaging to education and health services that he doesn’t “believe there’s any way the Legislature would pass a budget that reflects a billion dollars in cuts.” Edwards announced the deadline at an end-of-year news conference where he also touted what he considered bright spots for the state: See Governor Page 3-A
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Merry Christmas Animal shelters brace for post-holiday surrenders By Dan Boudreaux Daily Comet Staff Writer
Local animal shelters are getting ready for the coming string of pet surrenders as people begin realizing that their furry Christmas presents involve a lot more commitment than they want. At the Lafourche Parish Animal Shelter, the number of surrenders compared to before the holidays increases, said shelter manager Hilary Detillier. “Right now we’re seeing a lower number of intakes, but that number will probably go back up once January comes around. That’s something we just have to prepare for and be ready for when it happens,” Detillier said. The Terrebonne Parish Animal Shelter expects 12-15 percent of the surrenders
By Larry D. Weidel, Contributing Writer
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Earlier this month local weather forecasters said it might snow in south Louisiana. For several days there was a level of excitement for all of us, especially the kids. We, in south Lafourche were not as “lucky” as the folks north and west of us who saw up to seven inches of the white stuff.
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Cajun musician’s new book addresses his autism challenges
Concealed handgun course slated for Jan.
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Senior Centers to collect hygiene items
The Senior Citizens Centers are collecting items such as shampoo, body soap, dial hand soap, deodorant, toothbrushes and toothpaste. They will be donating these items to local needy senior citizens. Items can be dropped off at 4876 Hwy 1, Mathews (Old Wal-Mart building) or at one of the 9 senior citizens centers in the parish. If any questions, please call Chantell at 985-532-0457. ___________________
Anger management classed offered
The Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services is sponsoring its Fireworks Anger Management classes, (3 two-hour sessions for ages 18 and over), from 3 to 5 p.m. on Thursdays, January 11, 18, and 25. Limited space is available. To enroll report to the Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services, 504 St. Louis St., Thibodaux, with $150 enrollment fee (money order only). For more information call 985-446-0643. _________________
Bayou Council offering parenting education classes
The Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services announces Parent Education Presentations at the Bayou Council Office in Thibodaux. It will be held on January 11, 18, 25th and February 1, 8 from 10 a.m. till noon. For more information call 985-446-0643.
The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office has announced a Concealed Handgun Training Course will be held on Saturday, January 6, 2018, at the LPSO Shooting Range in Raceland. The class will begin at 8 a.m. and last until approximately 5 p.m. with a break for lunch. The actual ending time will vary due to class size. The cost for the course is $110, and advance registration is suggested due to limited class size. This course is a pre-requisite for those applying for a Concealed Handgun Permit from the State of Louisiana. To register online for the course, or for more information, contact Captain Lafate Day at (985) 449-4485 or by email at lafate-day@lpso.net. _________________
Beginner handgun course offered in Jan.
The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will offer a Beginner Handgun Course on Saturday, January 20, 2018, at the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Shooting Range in Raceland. This class is designed for first-time firearms owners and persons looking to learn basic fundamentals about firearm ownership. Class will begin at 8 a.m. and last until around noon. The actual ending time will vary due to class size. The cost for the course is $50, and advance registration is suggested due to class size. To register online, or for more information, contact Lt. Lafate Day at (985) 449-4485 or by email at lafateday@lpso.net. Participants will need to bring 50 rounds of ammunition, eye protection (sunglasses or eyeglasses are sufficient), and ear protection (muffs or plugs).
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LAFAYETTE, La. (AP) — Fans know Jo-El Sonnier as a Grammy winner, a Cajun music legend with 30 albums, Top 10 country hits and performances at the Grand Ole Opry. People closer to Sonnier have seen another side, when the musician seems like a 71year-old child. Some dismissed the odd behavior as a quirky personality. Others gossiped that Sonnier, as a touring musician, had too much alcohol and drugs, although he never did either. For the first time, Sonnier unveils the reason for his behavior in a new children’s book, “The Little Boy Under the Wagon.” The book reveals Sonnier has Asperger’s syndrome, a form of autism that can result in repetitive behavior, impaired verbal and nonverbal skills, social struggles and other challenges. Sonnier said the book has an important message for children and parents. “There’s a way of being different and still being normal,” said Sonnier. “My mother always thought I was special.” “My whole trouble was from my beginning, being taught English in a world that I was born into in French. Everybody around us spoke in French. Now we have something to take to new generations that might not understand. They need to know it’s OK to be different.” The 62-page book recounts Sonnier’s childhood as a Frenchspeaking, cotton-picking sharecropper who became an international music star. As a baby, Sonnier, born in 1946, was put under a wagon while the rest of the family picked cotton in the fields. Sonnier’s mother, Eunice, surprised him with an accordion he could play to pass the time. He became obsessed with the instrument and was soon entertaining family members. His mother encouraged him to look at the night sky because one day, he would shine just like the stars. But Sonnier’s first day of school had no star treatment. The teacher and students spoke English, a language he
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grounds in front of the school into a winter scene. There was a huge Community Christmas tree in the center of the school grounds, along with food booths and craft booths, and large tents featuring local choirs and kids of all ages doing skits and singing Christmas songs. There were lighted Christmas decorations, a Winter Wonderland with Santa’s workshop and a stall for his reindeer. In order to fulfill our promise that there would be snow, we had a large snowfield made with tons of snow delivered to the delight of hundreds of children, most of whom had never played in snow before. As the sun went down on the fairgrounds, a community choir performed along with choirs from area churches. It was cold and windy but we were warmed by the beautiful music and singing. The highlight of the festival was a night boat parade on the bayou with vessels of all makes and sizes decorated bright with Christmas lights. The parade lasted several hours going from Galliano to Cut Off and returning to the front of the festival grounds. Hundreds of vehicles lined the banks on both sides of the bayou to watch the boat parade. The climax of the evening was one of the largest fireworks shows ever to be seen over the bayou. After the first Bayou Christmas ended, the Lafourche Gazette sponsored a full page editorial filled with the signatures of many of the people who attended this unique event thanking the Chamber and many volunteers who made this Bayou Christmas possible. This is some of what the editorial said: “Our heartfelt appreciation and thanks go out to you, in this most holy of seasons, for the wonderful spectacle held on the weekend of December 8 and 9. The
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Bayou Christmas celebration brought together various races and religions, generations and genders and united them as one solid, pridefilled community in a family oriented manner. In spite of the cold, blustery weather, a spirit of warmth pervaded – a spirit of friendship, of love, of accomplishment, of togetherness – a spirit that caused us all to feel: “I am a member of the South Lafourche community and proud of it.” We no longer have the Bayou Christmas festival and many others, but I feel we are still a pride-filled community even though we’ve been through some tough economic times lately. Hopefully, during this Christmas season, we can all reflect back on some of the good times we’ve had with friends, families, and neighbors and remember the real “reason for the season”. We’re celebrating the birth of Christ and the hope for peace on earth and goodwill to all. Certainly, on that special weekend almost 30 years ago this community experienced that wonderful feeling. If you participated in the first Bayou Christmas, share some of your stories and photos on Facebook or in this newspaper. Merry Christmas!
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“While we do receive animals surrendered by their owners after the holidays, we can’t conclude that the reasons stem from impulsive holiday acquisitions. At the Terrebonne Parish Animal Shelter, we strive to place animals in permanent homes year-round, which includes the holiday season. We do our very best to match people with the pets that fit the criteria/lifestyle of the family,” shelter manager Valerie Robinson said. Robinson and Detillier have advice for those wanting to give an animal as a gift. First, consider the environment the animal would be living in and the lifestyle and schedule of the new owners. Also, young animals’ personalities change as they grow, so adopting older animals may be better as the new owners will know the pets’ personality and demeanor. Remember that a pet is a commitment for its entire life, not just a toy that can be forgotten or thrown away. “I just want the public to think about the long-term job of keeping a pet beyond Christmas. They’re going to need continued vet care, continued training and will
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Louisiana’s shrinking unemployment rate, increased enrollment in the Medicaid expansion program and avoidance of a midyear deficit for the first time in years. But looming in the background is the “fiscal cliff,” when $1 billion in temporary sales taxes expire on July 1 as the new budget year begins. Edwards wants to raise enough taxes to offset the expiring ones, to keep money flowing to government operations. House GOP lawmakers so far have blocked the tax ideas the Democratic governor proposed in previous legislative sessions. Edwards is trying again, with a package of sales and income tax changes proposed this week that would raise or maintain higher taxes for certain businesses and middle- and upperincome earners. Tax bills can’t be considered in the threemonth regular legislative session from March until early June, requiring a special session for Edwards to pass his tax plans. The governor and Senate and House leaders are negotiating behind the scenes about the ideas, but Edwards said he needs “an agreement in principle” with House Republican leaders to call a special session because nearly all tax bills must start in the House. The governor, as required by law, said he also will release his budget proposal for next year on Jan. 19, a spending plan that will have to reflect the $1 billion decline in general state tax revenue. Officials estimate that shortfall could balloon to as much as $4 billion in cuts to the $28 billion operating budget with the loss of federal matching dollars. No one has offered a specific proposal for slashing that much spending. Despite continuing concern over state finances, Edwards said he remains optimistic about Louisiana’s future and believes the state is “entering an era of prosperity.” He said the state’s 4.8 percent unemployment rate is the lowest it’s been since May 2008, and he touted DXC Technology’s recent announcement it will establish a facility in New Orleans and hire 2,000 people. “We have plenty of reasons to be optimistic that these job numbers are going to continue for some period of time, based on the number of projects that have been announced,” he said. But he added: “We certainly are not saying it’s mission accomplished.” Asked about the federal tax bill that won final passage Wednesday from Congress, Edwards said it’s too soon to tell how the package of tax changes could impact Louisiana’s state tax collections. But he anticipated those collections likely would rise. Louisiana allows its businesses and residents to take a deduction on state tax forms for federal taxes paid, so if federal taxes drop, the deduction from state taxes will be smaller. ___ Follow Melinda Deslatte on Twitter at http://twitter.com/melindadeslatte
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whose paint-covered suit is part of the show. “But you have to go early and paint the background first. People love seeing the process unfold, especially when I paint them in. Everyone’s timid at first, except the kids. They’re not bashful.” Guidry sets up near the dance floor so the painting faces the room and his back is to the crowd. He has perfected his technique through trial and error, although his first few weddings were more trial by fire. He once misjudged the availability of an outlet for his lamp. “It was so dark, I used the light from my phone,” he recalls with a laugh. “I made it happen and learned I need access to an outlet.” While some guests stand relatively stationary in his paintings, others are more purposefully posed. Faces are blank — except for the bride and groom, who are offered more detail later — yet they are recognizable, both loose and detailed at the same time. Subjects can clearly find their cousin or their aunt. Guidry paints the room as full as possible while maintaining the classical components of composition and the elements of art — color, line, shape, form and texture. “The entertainment aspect is what I didn’t realize,” says Guidry. “I’ll joke and say, ‘Hold that dip.’ It’s the interaction. What would you like to be doing? One grandpa said, ‘Put me smoking a cigar.’” Often there’s an air of whimsy in his paintings. For instance, the best man with the hole in his tuxedo who lost the ring … Guidry painted him on his hands and knees searching, his wife with arms akimbo looking on. Elsewhere, male guests are sliding down the banister. He also wields the power of the brush, cutting some waistlines here, adding some hair there. “As an art piece, I have the luxury of adjusting,” says Guidry. So, when a groomsman asked to be painted as a reclining nude a la
Renoir, he got his pose, albeit clothed. “It’s the fastest time lapse ever. Eight hours of continual painting that feels like 10 minutes,” he says. “It’s about four minutes per person, and it helps when groups or couples come in together rather than individually.” And, while he can usually identify the wedding party due to the nature of the occasion, if some don’t make the painting, he will add them in afterward for a fee. Price depends on the size of the painting because larger ones take more time. Guidry says his fees are comparable with those of the band and photographer. He’s been flown as far away as Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, to capture a bride and groom’s happy moments, although most of his commissions are in the Acadiana area. His paintings, the artist says, are the best advertising. One wedding leads to another,
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but he also does bridal expos and The Knot. A newlywed himself of nearly a year, Guidry’s retroactively painting his own wedding from photos. Although some may not see wedding paintings as high art, Guidry has overcome that hurdle. “I’ve painted my fair share of fleur-de-lis,” he adds with a laugh. “I still take the most pride in my abstracts, and I have patrons and shows. I’m also a business owner.” Make that a business owner who was booked every weekend in October and is already booked for December except for Christmas, and every weekend in May. He’s recently had to decline wedding commissions due to deadline constraints. “At first I was skeptical,” he said. “Do I really want to do these because of what’s at stake?” “It’s a wedding, a happy time. I’m just glad I get to capture it.”
Lafourche Parish 4-H Executive Committee Elected The 2017-18 Lafourche Parish 4-H Executive Committee was elected on October 27. All school 4-H officers throughout the parish attended a training and voted for their Lafourche Parish 4-H Officers. The following members were elected: (r to l) President, Garrett Ordoyne, CLHS; Vice President, Laurel Chiasson, SLHS; Secretary, Kylee Triche, CLHS; Treasurer, Seth Mitchell, RMS; Reporter, Kaylee Ordoyne, LKMS; and Parliamentarian, Hollyn Guidroz, SLHS.
SLHS 4-H Club Wins 1st for Display Contest The South Lafourche High School 4-H Club celebrated National 4-H Week. Carly Loupe and Branden Ledet created a yard display titled, “Now Showing - 4-H Grown: Leaders are Popping Up at SLHS,” and placed 1st in the Senior High Division. In addition, decorations were displayed through the school and daily announcements promoting 4-H were made on the Tele Poisson by the officers, Hannah Gisclair, Laurel Chiasson, Megan Chiasson, Carly Loupe, Katie Louviere, and Addison Duet. To culminate the celebration, members and Walmart donated food items for the Teacher/Staff Luncheon.
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Mobile Home For rent: 4 bedroom, 2 full bath on Comeaux Drive in Lockport. No pets. $850/mo and $800/dep. Call 985-258-6610 or 985-258-5273. _________________________ For rent: 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom in Larose. Washer/dryer, covered parking and deck, grass cutting included. No pets, no smoking. $825/mo and $800/dep. Call 258-3773. _________________________ Townhouse for rent: Apt #3; 2 br., 1.5 bath; 151 West 124th St.; taking applications; new appliances; grass cut; quiet neighborhood; $600 rent and $600 deposit. Call John 985-4142633. _________________________ Trailer for rent: 2 bedroom; partly furnished. Located in Golden Meadow. FMI call 6651220. _________________________ Small Trailer for Rent: 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom; 12x40; fridge, stove, washer/dryer; All utilities paid; Grass cut; North of intracoastal bridge in Larose. $650/mo $400/dep. No pets. Call 665-2548. _________________________
MERCHANDISE
NordicTrak Treadmill for sale: T 6.5s; 2.6 chp. Asking $500. Call or text 637-1293. _________________________ Tractor for sale: 1959 Farmall Cub Tractor; 2 hitch with choppers. Call 985-278-9978 for details; $1800. _________________________
WANT TO BUY
We pay cash for Gold, Silver and Diamonds: Bayou Side Flea Market, 14567 Hwy 1, Cut Off. Call Dallas at 985-677-1061 or Tom at 985-227-2470. _________________________ Need extra Christmas cash: bring your gold and silver to Bayou Side Flea Market or call Tom 227-2470 or Dallas 6771061. _________________________
HELP WANTED
Southern Guard Service, Inc. is now accepting applications for Security Guard positions. Apply at 109 W. 12th St., Larose. Call 985-693-4316. _________________________ 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 985-447-6214 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. _________________________ 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 _________________________
The Daily Comet has openings in Lafourche Parish for newspaper route carriers!!! Routes are a good second income for stay at home moms / dads, retirees or anyone else with a few hours of extra time daily. Reliable transportation and a pleasant attitude for dealing with the public.
Call Linda or Penny for details:
448-7623
Coastal Janitorial Services is now hiring! Cleaning ladies needed 5 days a week. Call 632-5791 after 9am on Monday. _________________________ Now hiring: Class A driver needed immediately. Hazmat preferred, but not needed. 6 months oilfield experience required. Dodge 5500 with 40’ gooseneck. Pay is percentage of load based on experience. Call 985-637-8325 for info. _________________________ Transport/Flatbed Driver: Fulltime Class A Drivers with TWIC card, Haz Mat and Tankers endorse needed. Applicants must have a clean driving record and be able to pass a DOT physical and drug screen. Steady work. (50+ hrs/wk) with excel. Benefits: Pd Hosp, credit union, monthly gas allowance, quarterly bonus, retirement plan, and many more. Fuel delivery exp beneficial, not required. Breaux Petroleum 237 N. Barrios St., Lockport, LA 70374. 985-5323358 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. _________________________
SERVICES
Dog Grooming at Pitre’s Feed & Seed. Call JoAnn Pitre at 696-2321. _________________________ Can Do Brick, Block & Stone Work. Call for free estimates. Keith Thayer at 985-637-3569. _________________________ 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 985-696-5174. _________________________ We Do Redo Remodeling, Inc. Total Renovation & Add Ons! Kitchen & bathroom remodel, tile, vinyl siding, decking, etc, Call Marvin Thibodaux, Sr. at 985-291-0953. _________________________ Earl’s Yard & Pressure Washing Service., Earl P. Duet, owner. Call 985-691-7570. _________________________ 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. _________________________ Brock’s Car Washing Inside and Out; on site available; prices start at $50. 985258-7645. _________________________ Tony’s Carpentry: Friendly service. Honest trademan. 15 years experience. Need carpentry, painting, pressure washing, call 985-278-7188, ask for Tony. Blessings. _________________________ Cajun Roofing & Carpentry, LLC Best Prices on the Bayou. Sha! I Guarantee! Metal, shingle and patch jobs, vinyl siding, cement board siding, painting, pressure washing, remodeling, wood, ceramic & laminate floors, cabinets, windows, doors, porches, decks, patios, custom shutters, additions, new construction and more! Metal roof prices that can’t be beat. No job too big or too small. 20 yrs. exp. Free estimate. Call Curtis at 985-3976254 or email curtis.orgeron1279@gmail.com _________________________ HeatherLandry Photography: Now accepting 2018 High school senior bookings at an affordable rate. Please visit www.heatherlandryphotography.com or call/text 985-2785792. _________________________ Concrete Construction Patios. Driveways. Houses. Metal Buildings. Free Estimates. No job too large or too small. Call Glenn Hughes, Jr. at (985) 209-5552 or (985) 258-6047. _________________________ Looking to sit with the elderly or young children. Please contact Denise at 688-7610. _________________________
Gleam and Shine: Real Estate cleaning. Affordable, reliable home pampering and organization. We have local references. Free quotes. For every booked referral you get one cleaning on us. Please call 985-258-4084. _________________________ Psychic Readings: Tells you past, present and future. Gives advice in all matters of life, such as love, marriage, business, court cases, bad habits, insomnia, health, etc. Palm Reading, Tarot Reading, Chakra Balancing, Aura Cleaning, Crystal Reading. Call for appointment at 985-262-0612. 6715 West Main Street in Houma. Se Habla Español. _________________________ Kerry Chiasson Carpentry For all your carpentry needs. Call 985-637-6279. _________________________
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ANIMALS
Chihuahua Puppies for sale: Call 291-0590. _________________________
MEMORIALS
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In Loving Memory of
KATHY LOUPE
02/06/59 12/11/17 Someone is missing at Christmas Let this be a loving reminder that someone is missing today; someone out hearts still hold on to, as we travel along life’s way. Someone who made life so special, for all those who gather here; someone who won’t be forgotten, but cherished from year to year. And now as we pause to remember, let us all fondly recall; how dearly each of us loved her, and oh..how she loved us all! Love, Kyle, Kimberly, Kyleigh, Kamryn and Koy _______________________
In Loving Memory of
SHEILA CROCHET
12/29/59 03/07/17 Remembering our Angel in Heaven at Christmas time The sadness never goes away, the silent tears still flow; you’re thought of and sadly missed more than you’ll ever know. But now you’re with the Angels, safe and sound in Heaven above; we hold on to the memories, and treasure them with love. Yet special times like Christmas often make us wonder why; God took you from this world, it was too soon to say goodbye. But memories are precious, they will last a lifetime; we know that God has chosen you to be his angel too. Love, Kimberly, Kyle, Kyleigh, Kamryn and Koy _________________________
OBITUARIES
Merry Christmas In Heaven TODD and CHAD DELAUNE Todd Sunrise: 6-4-66 Sunset: 2-27-2013 Chad Sunset: 10-15-76 Sunset: 3-10-2008 We wish you both were here today even for just a little while so we could say Merry Christmas sons and see your beautiful smiles. The only gifts you left behind, the laughter, joy and happiness … precious memories … the best kind. This Christmas, we will do our best to try and find a happy place struggling to hide our heavy hearts and the tears on our face. We will sit quietly and look at your pictures, thinking of you both ok in heaven up above. May the angels hold you close and sing you both a happy song, and we will be sending wishes to you both today and all year long. You’ll never be forgotten as long as we have breath. All the love and memories will keep us till our death. With All Our Love Dad, Mom, sisters Lisa & Christy, sons Devin and Brendon, daughter Raven, family and friends ______________________
CYNTHIA PIERCE
Our beautiful, amazing, funny, wife, mother, sister, grandmother, aunt and friend, Cindy Pierce, 67, a native of Grand Isle and resident of Galliano, left us on Sunday morning, December 17 to begin her new life with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She is survived by her beloved husband, Curtis Pierce; daughter, Nicol Sagherian; and grandson, Nicholas Sagherian; brothers, Rusty, Timmy and Gordon Bradberry, sister; Mona Guidry, step-son; Kyle Pierce, step-daughter; Beth Danos, her step-mother; Marie Bradberry; her 12 step-grandchildren; and her nieces, nephews, aunts and uncle. She was preceded in
death by her parents, Ruby LeBlanc and Frank Bradberry. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, December 27 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Galliano. Visitation begins at 9 a.m. and a mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 a.m. The burial procession to Grand Isle Cemetery in Grand Isle, will immediately follow. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. ___________________
ROSE CHERAMIE
Rose M. Cheramie, 93, a native of Golden Meadow and resident of Galliano passed away on Wednesday, December 20, 2017. Visitation will be held at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church on Tuesday, December 26 from 9 a.m. until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. with burial to follow in Cheramie Cemetery. Mrs. Rose is survived by her sons, Billy Leonard (Flossie) and Zachary Leonard (Debra); daughter, Patsy L. Curole; brother, Joseph Cheramie; sister, Jane Cheramie (Raleigh); sister-in-law, Beverly Cheramie; grandchildren, Anita Picciola, Glen Curole (Deepika), Travis Leonard, Jason Leonard, Danielle Leonard, Katie Landrum (Jared), Whitney Breaux (Alex) and Zachary Leonard, Jr., 13 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Mrs. Rose was preceded in death by her husbands, 1st Venis Leonard and 2nd Houston Cheramie; parents, Joseph and Anita Guidry Cheramie; son, Mitchell Cheramie; son-in-law, Edwis Curole; brother, Gelpi Cheramie; sisters, Delis Gullotta (Vincent) and Rita Guidry (John). Mrs. Rose’s family would like to thank both The Broadway Nursing Home and Notre Dame Hospice for the loving care they gave her. Samart-Mothe Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. ____________________
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Exiting Mississippi: Census finds state again loses people
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — For the third year in a row, the Census Bureau estimates that Mississippi’s population fell, as more people again moved away from the Magnolia State than moved in. The estimate, released Wednesday, shows that Mississippi lost about 1,300 people from July 1, 2016, to July 1, 2017, falling to 2.98 million people. Mississippi was one of eight states estimated to lose population, along with neighboring Louisiana. The state with the largest percentage decline was Wyoming. Idaho grew the fastest, percentage-wise. There were 6,500 more births than deaths in Mississippi in 2017, but the state lost almost 8,000 people to out-migration. John Green, a University of Mississippi professor who directs the school’s Center for Population Studies, says people are leaving Mississippi in search of better opportunities elsewhere. ___
Death in Louisiana is 20th caused by Takata air bags
BATON ROUGE, La. - An unidentified person in Baton Rouge is the 20th to die worldwide due to exploding Takata air bag inflators. The person was driving a 2004 Honda Civic when the crash occurred on July 10, 2017, according to Honda. The inflator apparently had been salvaged from a 2002 Civic and was among the most dangerous made by the company. Nineteen auto and truck makers are recalling up to 69 million inflators in the U.S. and 100 million worldwide because they can explode with too much
Public notice
Lafourche Parish Fire District 3 Request For Proposal (RFP) “Flashover” Training Building
J.K. Simmons to reign as Bacchus for 2018 Mardi Gras
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Academy Award winner J.K. Simmons will reign as Bacchus L for the 2018 Mardi Gras season. Simmons will reign as the god of wine over the carnival krewe’s 50th anniversary parade, which rolls Feb. 11. The krewe’s captain, Clark Brenna, said in a news release Tuesday that Simmons joins the ranks of past kings including Bob Hope, Will Ferrell, Anthony Mackie, Harry Connick Jr., Larry King, Andy Garcia and Ron Howard. Actor Jim Caviezel reigned last year. Simmons has been in films such as “Whiplash,” ‘’SpiderMan,” ‘’Terminator Genisys,” ‘’Juno,” ‘’The Accountant” and “Patriots Day.” He’s played in television shows including NBC’s “Law & Order,” HBO’s “Oz” and TNT’s “The Closer.” Bacchus has 1,600 members and 32 animated super floats including the Bacchagator, Bacchasaurus and the Bacchawhoppa. ___
Not fake news: ‘Whatever’ tops annoying word list
POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. (AP) — The shouldershrugging reply “whatever” continues to annoy Americans more than other words or phrases, but “fake news” is coming on strong. The annual Marist College poll of most annoying words and phrases found “whatever” topping the list for the ninth straight year. It was the pick of one third of poll respondents, who were given five choices. The recent addition “fake news” was slightly ahead of “no offense, but” for second place, 23 percent to 20 percent. About one in 10 found “literally” to be most grating, as did a similar number for “you know what I mean.” The telephone survey of 1,074 adults conducted Nov. 6-9 has a margin of error of plus or minus 3 percentage points.
RFP Deadline: January 19, 2018 at 10:00AM Place: Fire Central Headquarters, 17462 West Main, Cut Off, LA 70345 This project is a construction job, mainly involving welding for a building which the Fire District will utilize for fire training. Specifications are on file and can be acquired, at Fire District Headquarters building, located at 17462 West Main, Cut Off, LA or by requesting at (985)6328068. Sealed Proposal shall be marked “RFP for “Flashover” Training Building. The award will be made to the lowest responsible bidder, meeting the requirements of the specifications. No proposal may be withdrawn for a period of Thirty (30) days. The Fire District reserves the right to reject any and all RFPs. Return to: Lafourche Parish Fire District #3, Attn: Assistant Chief Kully Griffin, P. O. Drawer 910, Galliano, LA 70354. 12/24/17 12/27/17 ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 You may be operating on some false information, Aries. It’s better to get the facts before going forward in the coming days. You may end up changing directions midweek. TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, if you are feeling upset because someone is getting more attention than you, you may need to focus your thoughts elsewhere. Think of what makes you special. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Your emotions may be all over the map in the coming days, Gemini. The secret is to surround yourself with people who will guide you in the right direction. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, there is a time for joking around and a time for being serious. This week you may have to lean toward the latter. Others may not share your joviality right now. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Running yourself ragged, especially early in the week, will cause all of your energy stores to fizzle out, Leo. You need to learn to pace yourself better for the long haul.
VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 You are always one to lend a helping hand, Virgo. But now you may need to call in some favors of your own. Don’t be afraid to ask for help this week. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, think financial decisions through before acting. Patience is a friend when making important financial decisions, and it’s time to take such matters more seriously. SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, try something outside of your wheelhouse in the coming days. You have a knack for teaching yourself new skills, and you are a fast learner. SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, you might be seeking answers in the wrong places. Refine your parameters and look in a new direction, especially if a resolution is taking awhile. CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, if family life is taking over and tiring you out, shift your gears in another direction. You need to recharge and let your other interests take over for awhile.
Suspect sought for using a false identity to acquire store credit card
The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office has announced a reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of a man wanted for using another man’s identity to acquire a store credit card. On December 7, detectives began investigating a complaint wherein a man’s identity was used to open a credit card at a local department store. Through investigation, detectives learned an unidentified male suspect opened a line of credit at the store on November 28, 2017, and made a purchase in excess of $1,500. The subject was captured on surveillance cameras. Anyone who may be able to identify this sus-
pect is asked to submit a tip anonymously through Crime Stoppers Bayou Region by phone at 1-800-743-7433 or online at www.crime stoppersbr.org. Tips can also be submitted using the P3 Tips app on your mobile device. Tipsters could be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000 in cash if the information leads to an arrest.
Deputies discover variety of narcotics during traffic stop
Tarkus Pitre, (age 44), of Cut Off was arrested on Tuesday, December 19, after deputies found a variety of narcotics inside his vehicle during a traffic stop. At around 11:30 p.m. on Tuesday, while deputies conducted a traffic stop on LA Highway 1 in Mathews, they made contact with the driver and identified him as Tarkus Pitre. In speaking to deputies, Pitre advised he was in the process of purchasing the vehicle and did not have any documentation for the vehicle. A K-9 unit arrived on scene, and during a perimeter sweep of the vehicle, the K-9 alerted to the possible presence of narcotics inside the vehicle. While searching the vehicle, deputies discovered several small bags of suspected narcotics and various drug paraphernalia. In all, deputies seized 67 grams of suspected methamphetamine, 41
LPSO Beginner Handgun Course scheduled for January 20
The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office will offer a Beginner Handgun Course on Saturday, January 20, 2018, at the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Shooting Range in Raceland. This class is designed for first-time firearms owners and persons looking to learn basic fundamentals about firearm ownership. The cost for the course is $50, and advance registration is suggested due to class size. To register online, or for more information, contact Lt. Lafate Day at (985) 449-4485 or by email at lafateday@lpso.net. AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, words shared at work may have you worried you’ve burned some bridges. It’s not the case. Others still look to you for help and guidance and value your input. PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 It’s common to make life assessments throughout the year, Pisces. Jot down some easy changes you can make for the future.
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Tarkus Pitre
hydrocodone pills, 10.7 grams of suspected marijuana, 13 Suboxone strips, and small amounts of heroin and LSD. Pitre admitted the items belonged to him. Through further investigation, deputies learned the license plate on the vehicle was registered to another vehicle. Pitre was arrested and booked into the Lafourche Parish Detention Center and charged with Possession with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine, Hydrocodone, Marijuana, and Suboxone. He was also charged with Possession of LSD, Heroin, and Drug Paraphernalia, as well as Switched Plates and failure to use a turn signal. His bond is set at $51,100.
Arrest reports
Sunday, December 24, 2017 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE The following information is based on reports from the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office. Those individuals have been booked with, not convicted of, the offenses shown. All accused should be presumed innocent until proved guilty.
DECEMBER 14, 2017 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Ron Batiste, 48, Thibodaux. Operating a vehicle while under suspension for certain prior offenses. Jerry Beniot Jr., 28, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (3 CTS). Justin Boudreaux, 24, Raceland. Violation of probation/parole; contempt of court (2 CTS); simple criminal damage to property. Candice Carrere, 29, Houma. Contempt of court. Levi Cheramie, 22, Larose. Simple Battery. Kelly Lyons, 46, Golden Meadow. Contempt of court. Megan Pearson, 26, Houma. Theft of a motor vehicle. Darby Smith, 46, Larose. Contempt of court. Dillon Terrebonne, 24, Larose. Contempt of court. Golden Meadow Police Department Robert Blair Jr., 33, Golden Meadow. Domestic abuse battery with child endangerment; simple criminal damage to property. Lacey Hebert, 34, Golden Meadow. Cruelty to juveniles. Thibodaux Police Department Corey Lee, 44, Thibodaux. Disturbing the peace. DECEMBER 18, 2017 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Ryan Turner, 23, Thibodaux. Violation of probation/parole. Failure to dim headlights. Aggravated flight from an officer (Felony). Driver must be licensed. DECEMBER 19, 2017 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Armoney Baham, 17, Thibodaux. Expose genital/P. hair/anus/vulva/nipple in public place to arouse (Felony). Billy Bruce, 56, Galliano. Contempt of court. Jacob Gaudet, 29, Thibodaux. Fugitive. Contempt of court. Jennifer Joseph, 47, Raceland. Violation of probation/parole. Dustin LeBlanc, 20, Larose. Contempt of court. Kevin Lucien Jr., 22, Raceland. Fugitive.
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Ian McLuckie, 39, Cut Off. Prohibited acts-schedule II. Possession of marijuana (1st offense) (Misd). William Regan III, 20, Cut Off. Contempt of court. Alexander Smith, 21, Schriever. Contempt of court. Travelle Stewart, 29, Raceland. Contempt of court (2 CTS). Tarkus Pitre, 44, Cut Off. Turning movements and required signals; distribution of suboxone; possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine; prohibited acts; possession with intent to distribute marijuana; possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia; possession of heroin; switched plates; possession of lsd. Thibodaux Police Department Samuel Daigle, 22, Thibodaux. Poss. of marijuana (1st offense) (Misd). Prohibited acts-schedule 1. Poss./dist. of drug paraphernalia (Misd). Lockport Police Department Scottie Smith, 20, Larose. Theft by shoplifting; possession of hydrocodone; possession of marijuana 1st offense. DECEMBER 20, 2017 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Phillip Bell, 39, Larose. Contempt of court; distribution of methamphetamine (3 CTS). Blaze Bergeron, 27, Houma. Operating a vehicle while intoxicated; fugitive (2 CTS); operating a vehicle while under suspension for certain prior offenses; possession of methamphetamine. Jordy Cressione, 24, Gheens. Unlawful use of license; illegal possession of stolen things. Jackquealyn Delatte, 26, Cut Off. Contempt of court. Kendall Dupuis, 51, Kaplan. Operating a vehicle while intoxicated; possession of suboxone; possession with intent to distribute ocycodone; speeding. Jarius Griffin, 32, Raceland. Contempt of court (4 CTS); possession with intent to distribute marijuana; distribution of methamphetamine (2 CTS); possession with intent to distribute cocaine; violation of probation/parole; possession with intent to distribute heroin. Jordan Howard, 28, Gray. Contempt of court; possession of marijuana. Carl Lewis, 45, Morgan City. 2nd degree battery. David Lumpkin, 46, Houma. Contempt of court. Louisiana State Police Jaybon Bejoile, 30, Lutcher. Hit and run with no personal injury; driving on roadway laned for traffic.
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Sunday, December 24, 2017 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE
What a Life!
By: Rev. Wilmer L. Todd
Santa Claus reminds us of the true meaning of Christmas
A reader sent me the following Christmas story that should be told over and over again. The week before Christmas, as I finished the household chores for the night and was preparing to go to bed, I heard a noise in the front of the house. I opened the front door and to my surprise, Santa himself was standing before me. He placed his finger over his lips so I wouldn’t cry out. I invited him in and asked him, “What can I do for you?” The words choked up in my throat when I saw the tears in his eyes. His usual jolly manner and rambunctious spirit were missing. He sat, looked at me intently and said, “Teach the children!” I wondered what he meant? He anticipated my question and said, “Teach the children! Teach them the true meaning of Christmas before it’s too late.” Santa then opened his toy bag and pulled out a fir tree and placed it before the mantle. “Teach the children that the pure green color of the fir tree remains green all year round, depicting the everlasting hope that God has placed in the human heart.” He again reached into his bag and pulled out a brilliant star. “Teach the children that the star was the heavenly sign of promises long ago. God promised a Savior for the world, and the star was the sign of the fulfillment of God’s promise.” He then took out a candle. “Teach the children that the candle symbolizes Christ, the light of the world. When we see this light, we are reminded that Christ dispels darkness and sin.” Again, he reached into his bag and took out a wreath and placed it on the door. “Teach the children that the wreath symbolizes the real love. Real love has no end. Love is one everlasting round of caring. God cared for us and we should care for each other.” He then took out an ornament of himself. “Teach the children that I, Santa Claus, symbolize the generosity and good will we feel during the Christmas Season.” Then he took out a gift and said, “Teach the children that God so loved the world that God gave his begotten Son. Thank God for this fantastic gift. Also, teach the children that the Magi adored the holy child and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh. We should always give our gifts in this spirit.” Santa then reached in his bag and pulled out a candy cane and hung it on the tree. “Teach the children that the candy cane is extremely hard and white in color. The white is symbolic of the virgin birth and the sinless nature of Jesus. The hard texture represents the solid rock foundation on which the church was built. “The shape of the candy was purposely made as a “J”, representing the name of Jesus. It also serves as a reminder of the staff of
the Good Shepherd. The pure white “J” was intentionally stained with one large and three small red stripes. The larger stripe represents the blood shed by Christ on the cross for our salvation. The three small stripes represent the Holy Trinity: Father, Son and Holy Spirit.” He reached in again and pulled out an angel. “Teach the children that the angels heralded in the glorious news of the Savior’s birth.” The twinkle was now back in Santa’s eyes. He said, “Remember, teach the children the true meaning of Christmas and do not put me in the center, for I am but a humble servant of God, and like the Magi, I, too, bow down to worship Jesus, our Lord and God.” May you and your family have a blessed and Merry Christmas!
The Holy Rosary Catholic School administration recently announced the newly selected Living Apostles. Each month teachers and staff are encouraged to submit names of students who exemplify outstanding Christian values throughout their everyday lives. Living Apostles for the month of November are Parker Nguyen, son of Bao Nguyen and Elizabeth Cao, and Breanna DeLeon, daughter of Abner and Aledia DeLeon. Each Living Apostle is given a crucifix cross to wear throughout the school year as a visual symbol of their dedication to Jesus Christ.
If we have not included your church, or you would like to be a part of the Worship Directory, please call the Lafourche Gazette at 693-7229.
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
South 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
First Assembly of God of Raceland 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.
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
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. Reverend Henry Sebastian, Pastor
Our Lady of the Isle
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 a.m. Winter Schedule: Sun. 10 a.m. (Nov. - Feb.) Fr. Carlos Talavera, Pastor
Our Lady of the Rosary
12911 E. Main - Larose - 985-693-3433
187 Oakridge Dr. - Golden Meadow
Saturday Vigil 4:00 p.m. Sunday Masses 7:00, 10:00 and 5:30 Weekday Mass Monday thru Friday, 7:30 a.m. Adoration Chapel open all day, everyday Rev. Ronilo Villamor, Pastor www.ourladyoftherosarychurch.org
First Baptist Church of Grand Isle
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. Fr. Gregory Fratt
BAPTIST
First Baptist Church
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
129 Cedar Ln. - Grand Isle - 985-787-3410 Sunday Worship: 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study: 6:00 p.m. (All Ages) Pastor Nathan Stanford www.fbcgrandisle.com
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 Dr. Mark Tolbert
Greater New Fountain Baptist Church
233 E. 12th St. - 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 8:00 a.m. Lord’s Supper, Second Sunday, 7:00 a.m.
South Lafourche Baptist Church 17077 East Main - Cut Off
Sunday Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Church 6:30 p.m. Pastor Jim Duck, Church: 632-4119
Trinity Baptist Church
195 Johnny Dufrene Drive - Mathews Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Service 6:30 p.m. Michael Davis, Pastor - 985-278-9852
Crosspoint Church
16640 West Main St., Cut Off (Near South 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 Chad Mack www.bayoucrosspoint.org (985-632-0810)
St. Mathews Missionary Baptist Church Hwy. 308 - Mathews
Sunday Worship Service 7:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Services Prayer Service & Bible Study Thurs., 6-7 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. & 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Worship 6:30 p.m. Pastor Shane Terrebonne (985) 258-0988
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
Sacred Heart Catholic Church 15300 West Main - Cut Off
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
Sat. Mass 6:00 p.m. - Sun. Mass 9:00 a.m. Wednesday 5:30 p.m. Rev. P.J. Madden www.stanthonygheens.parishesonline.com
St. Hilary of Poitiers
333 Twin Oaks Drive - Raceland
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. Wednesday 10:00 a.m. Nursing Home Friday Mass 7:00 a.m. Rev. P.J. Madden www.sthilaryraceland.parishesonline.com
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 13379 East Main - Larose
Sunday Worship Service 9:30 a.m. Bible Class 10:30 a.m. Evening Services 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Class 6:00 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
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. Thursday Night Service 7 p.m. Senior Pastor: Monty Duke Church Pastor: Darren Felarise Spanish Pastor: Marcos Ferriera
INTER-DENOMINATIONAL
Community Bible Church 14757 East Main - Cut Off
Sunday Worship Service: 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Senior Pastor Dr. Bill Jemison III Pastor of Discipleship Robert Durbin Youth Pastor Robert Schwertz Jordy Rousse, Pastor of Worship & Young Adult Ministry Phone: (985) 632-3077 www.communitybiblecutoff.com
Christian Family Center 11819 East Main - Galliano
Sunday Services 10:45 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Wednesdays 7:00 p.m. Pastor Morris Hunter, Jr.
Community Fellowship
901 Barataria Street - Lockport Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Thursdays 7:00 p.m. Reverend Carlos Nieves (504) 532-2992
Members of the Sacred Heart Ladies Altar Society were recently treated to a facial in appreciation for all the work they do for the church. The Society takes care of the needs of the altar and liturgical cloths which includes buying, sewing, repairing, laundering and replacing them. The members who were able to participate totally enjoyed the relaxing “spa” atmosphere. The members who gave the facials were, left to right, Mildred Gisclair and Melanie Gremillion.
This Worship Directory is made possible by these civic-minded businesses and individuals. Please remember to thank them for their support. Christian Fellowship Church 13581 East Main - Larose
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
Victory Life Church
1200 Crescent Avenue - Lockport
Services: Sun. 10:00 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.
PRESBYTERIAN
Gheens Presbyterian Church Sunday Services 8:00 a.m. Wednesday bible Study 6:00 p.m. Doctor John Spaulding, Pastor
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Crosby Boat Co., Inc. Keep Your Soul In Tow - Go To Church!
632-7575
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GRAND ISLE SHIPYARD OILFIELD CONTRACTORS
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!
B & J Martin, Inc. Utility Boats Martin Quarters (985) 632-2727
JEHOVAH’S WITNESS
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses
108 East 90th Street - Galliano
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
Hwy. 1 • Lockport • 532-6015 1917 So. Bayou Dr. • Golden Meadow • 475-7131 13086 Hwy. 3235 • Larose • 693-7188
PENTECOSTAL
New Beginning Pentecostal 13051 East Main Street - Larose
Sunday Service 5:30 p.m. Ladies Prayer: Tuesdays, 11 a.m., All Welcome 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
Lighthouse Christian Fellowship 115 E. Central Avenue - Grand Isle Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. 504-915-5019
Bethel Christian Ministries 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
LA Carriers • 632-5858 752 Industrial Park Rd. • Larose, LA 70373
THERIOT, DUET & THERIOT, INC. Serving Lafourche Since 1957
Insurance Agents
• Marine • Life • Auto • Fire • Casualty • Notary Public 144 N. 1st St. • Golden Meadow Phone: 475-5126 • FAX: 475-7276
The Crossway Ministry, Lafourche 9334 Hwy. 308 - Lockport
Sunday Worship Service, 10:00 a.m. Sunday Night Service, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Worship Service, 7:00 p.m. crosswaystudies@gmail.com
House of Prayer
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)
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. Saturday Worship, Thibodaux, 5 p.m. - in the sanctuary at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 718 Jackson St. FMI Call Rev. Rudnik 879-1865
MORMON
Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints East 57th St.
Bible Study: Tuesdays 7:00 p.m. English Elders: 985-360-7501 Spanish Elders: 985-791-6561 www.mormon.org
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Hwy. 308 • E. 73rd St. Galliano • 632-6571
SPANISH
Iglesia Adventista del 7MO Dia:
504 Seventh St. - Lockport
Ptr. Raul Rivero - Phone: (757) 894-5873 Cultos miercoles y viernes 7 p.m. Sabado 9:30 a.m. Sociedad de Jovenes Sabado de Tarde
Mision Bautista Hispana Larose 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