Sunday, November 19, 2017 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

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Sunday, November 19, 2017

Lafourche drainage projects showing results

By Dan Boudreaux Daily Comet Staff Writer

Two drainage projectsWin south Lafourche Parish that have been in the works since Hurricanes Gustav and Ike in 2008 are producing dramatic results for residents as they near completion.

The project along La. 3235 near Frank’s Supermarket in Larose involved redirecting the drainage ditches and lines. That has allowed for the water to flow out of the areas where it previously pooled and nearly flooded neighborhoods along both sides of the highway from West Ninth to West 14th streets.

“You can’t imagine the difference. Before this, I was telling people I was going to have Bayou Lafourche in my front yard,” said Jerry See Projects Page 5-A

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Lockport Central Station 806 Crescent Ave. TOWN OF GOLDEN MEADOW 107 Jervis Drive Golden Meadow

TUESDAY, NOV. 21

Houma native selected as Nicholls President

University of West Florida, is a Nicholls Nicholls’ campus last week.

“For nearly 70 years, Nicholls has graduate and native of Houma.

“I am passionate about Nicholls State proudly supported the bayou region University and the region it serves. It’s the through instruction and research. Each place to which I have always aspired to re- candidate interviewed today displayed deturn, and remain,” Clune said. “I will work sirable qualities in a university president,” tirelessly with our UL System President and CEO Jim Henstudents, faculty, derson said. “During the search process, staff, alumni and Dr. Clune illustrated his ability to connect community leaders to with important constituencies to lead further the mission of Nicholls into its bright future.”

During his interview, Clune spoke of our university to be t the intellectual, cul- his servant leader management style. He tural and economic also stressed the importance of reinvestV S MATHEWS • GHEENS • LOCKPORT VALENTINE • LAROSE and listening to the campus heart of the•bayou re- ing in faculty C • GALLIANO • GOLDEN MEADOW • LEEVILLE • GRAND ISLE community and regional constituents to gion.”

The Nicholls create a vision for Nicholls’ future. Clune State University was joined by his wife Allison and two Search Committee daughters Gabrielle and Caroline.

In September, Nicholls President narrowed the field to three finalists, Clune, Bruce T. Murphy announced his intenJohn Doucet and tions to transition from the university’s Marcheta Evans, top post by the end of the year.

For more information on the search, visit ULSysafter interviewing six tem.edu/NichollsSearch. semifinalists on Jay and Allison Clune during interviews with the UL System Board.

During a special board meeting in Baton Rouge, the Board of Supervisors for the University of Louisiana System named Jay Clune the 6th president of Nicholls State University.

Clune, interim graduate dean for the

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First Baptist Church of Golden Meadow hosting first annual free Thanksgiving Day feast Holly McKeon Contributing Writer

Thanksgiving is thought to have originated in 1623 in Plymouth, MA, as a day of prayer and feasting, taking place to express gratitude for the end of a drought that had befallen the new colony.

It was initially considered a harvest festival and celebrated on a national level on and off since 1789 when Congress requested a proclamation by George Washington.

A fact many may not be aware of is in 1863, President Abraham Lincoln actually declared two days of national Thanksgiving - the first celebrated in August to commemorate the Battle of Gettysburg, and the more familiar Thanksgiving celebrated in November as a federal holiday to give thanks and praise.

Today, Thanksgiving is a day of tradition, feasting on fabulous foods comprised of old family recipes, surrounded by family, friends, and football.

More importantly, the day is also one of giving thanks, practicing hu-

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mility, self-reflection, and extending one’s bounty for others to enjoy. It is a great time to put away the cell phones and other gadgets, engage in heartfelt conversations all the while embracing one another with love, peace, and laughter.

The First Baptist Church of Golden Meadow will be doing just that when they host their first annual Thanksgiving Day dinner on Thursday, November 23 at noon.

We spoke to Bernadette Chouest of FBC who said, “With so much to be thankful for, First Baptist Church of Golden Meadow will be opening its doors to the whole community on Thanksgiving Day.” “We are reaching out to those who may need a place to celebrate Thanksgiving with a particular focus on those who may be alone or that Thanksgiving would be a financial burden. We will serve a full meal, have fellowship, and share with them the love of Jesus Christ,” said Chouest.

“FBC invites our community to come share a meal with us. This will See Dinner Page 4-A

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Happy Holidays property owners! 2017 Tax notices are in the mail

The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office has begun the process of mailing out 52,020 tax notices to Lafourche Parish property owners. Of that number, 11,590 are homestead exempt and owe no taxes.

A total of $120,568,870 in property taxes are now due and can be paid online, in person, or by mail.

These taxes help fund all aspects of public service in the parish such as roads, drainage, levees, law enforcement, fire departments, hospitals, ambulance services, schools, and recreation.

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Sunday, November 19, 2017 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

GM Christmas Parade will be held next weekend, Nov. 25

Calendar of Events News to Use!

First Baptist hosting free Thanksgiving dinner to public

The First Baptist Church of Golden Meadow will be hosting their first annual Thanksgiving Day dinner on Thursday, November 23 at noon.

“We are reaching out to those who may need a place to celebrate Thanksgiving with a particular focus on those who may be alone or that Thanksgiving would be a financial burden. We will serve a full meal, have fellowship, and share with them the love of Jesus Christ,” said Bernadette Chouest of FBC. The FBC of GM is located at 187 Oakridge Dr, Golden Meadow, (across the street from Golden Meadow Park). For more information or to schedule a ride, call 985- 4755490 or email at fbcgm@viscom.net.

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The Town of Golden Meadow will be hosting its annual Christmas parade on Saturday, November 25 at 3:30 p.m.

The parade will begin on the north end of town traveling through the whole town followed by be a tree lighting ceremony at the Town Hall. Hot dogs and chili and cake will be available after the parade.

Festivities will begin at 1 p.m. at the Golden Meadow Park pavilion.

There will be activities for the kids such as cookie decorating and spacewalks. Also, Santa will be there so don’t forget your camera.

Floats, golf carts, jeeps, and trailers are encouraged and allowed to participate. You must be 4 years of age to ride in the parade. Pick up a registration form at the Golden Meadow Town Hall, Monday thru Thursday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Please contact Laci Latiolais at 985-6372407 or Shannon Leger at 985-637-8501 for more information.

This parade and tree lighting is FREE and open to the public. ___________________

Christmas Concert scheduled for Dec. 3

South Louisiana Community Orchestra will present its Christmas Concert “There’s Christmas in the Air” with Conductor Brad Adams, on Sunday, December 3 at 3 p.m.

The event will take place at Houma Christian School, 109 Valhi Blvd.

Houma, LA 70360.

Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children ages 12 and under. __________________

Used shoe drive still ongoing

Looking to get rid of your used shoes? A local resident is collecting old, used shoes to give to people in need all over the world. Tennis shoes, boots, flip flops, steel toe boots, etc. Please contact 985-637-3420.

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Queen for the Fight pageant set for Dec. 2

Queen for the Fight Pageant, presented by Deanna’s Smiles and Relay for Life, will be held at the Larose VFW on December 2 with the Children’s Pageant starting at 3 p.m. and the Queen’s Pageant starting at 5 p.m.

You may register on day of pageant. $50 pay one price for pageant, includes a $10 off entrance to Princess Tea Party.

Queen’s pageant age groups are: Teen Miss, 14-16 years old; Ms., 1744 years old; Miss, 1723 years old; and Beb Ms. 45-up. Children’s pageant age groups are: Baby Miss, 0-11 months; Toddler Miss, 12-23 months; Teancy Miss, 2 years; Tiny Miss, 3 years; Petite Miss, 4-5 years; Little Miss, 6-8 years; Deb Miss, 9-11 years; and Jr. Miss, 1213 years.

For more information call Pamela SavoieHebert at 677-1713 or Angelle Babin at 6960561, after 6 p.m., or e m a i l pam_coyc@yahoo.com or Facebook Pam S Hebert.

Forms can be picked up or dropped off at Bayou Chemical and Supply, 280 West 32nd St., Larose. ___________________

Upcoming Santa workshop to offer fun for everyone

On Saturday, December 2 the Larose VFW will present Santa’s Workshop and Mrs. Claus’ Princess and Pirate Tea, an event to benefit Relay for Life.

Sleigh Rides will be offered from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; the Princess Tea and Pirate Party, 1 p.m., $20 per child or $25 with magic mirror pass, each princess and pirate will receive a crown or pirate hat, pearls/swords craft, snacks and drinks, and magic mirror photo booth; Santa will be available for pictures.

For more information call 985-677-1713. Pick up or drop off pageant forms and Tea/Pirate party registration at Bayou Chemical and Supply at 280 West 32nd Street.

Breakfast and Pancakes with Santa

Santa will be at the Cut Off Youth Center on Sunday, November 19 at 9 a.m. for breakfast.

Breakfast includes pancakes, sausage, toast and beverage.

Cost is $15 for breakfast and a picture; $7 for additional breakfast; $8, just picture with no breakfast; and $7 for additional picture.

All proceeds will benefit Cheer Hawaii 5, a local group of girls attending Cheer Camp in Hawaii.

For more information contact 985-6379113. __________________

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A doctor’s cure

A woman went to the doctors office, where she was seen by one of the new doctors, but after about 4 minutes in the examination room, she burst out, screaming as she ran down the hall.

An older doctor stopped her and asked what the problem was, and she told him her story. After listening, he had her sit down and told her to go relax in another room.

The older doctor marched down hallway to the back where the first doctor was and demanded, “What’s the matter with you? Mrs. Terry is 63 years old, she has four grown children and seven grandchildren, and you told her she was PREGNANT?” The new doctor continued to write on his clipboard and without looking up said, “Well, yes I did! But I bet her hiccups are gone now!”

Consumers considering used car purchases urged to check out vehicle history

Consumers in the market to purchase a used car should keep an eye out for flood-damaged vehicles during their search. Hurricanes and flooding events in Louisiana and nearby states in the last few months mean that consumers need to be on their guard.

“Louisiana has been through enough floods to know that the aftermath can bring out scammers and people looking to take advantage of unsuspecting victims,” said Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon. “Protecting yourself and your finances from vehicles that have been flooded or otherwise damaged beyond repair is important enough that consumers should be willing to walk away from deals that can’t be researched.”

Under Louisiana state law, if a vehicle has been declared a total loss because it has flooded, it cannot be resold. Consumers should be aware that any vehicle that is declared a total loss as a result of flooding and is issued an insurance settlement will become the property of the insurance company and be issued a certificate of destruction.

The policyholder will not have the opportunity to buy the vehicle back if it was a total loss caused by flooding. Any vehicle whose power train, computer or electrical system has been damaged by flooding is a total loss under Louisiana law.

The law has an exemption for antique vehicles.

The National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS), overseen by the Bureau of Justice Assistance, is designed to prevent concealment of flood damage and help consumers research a vehicle’s history. A list of approved vehicle history report providers can be found on the NMVTIS website at www.vehiclehistory.go v/nmvtis_vehiclehistory.html.

Many car owners don’t carry comprehensive auto coverage that covers flood damage, so those vehicle histories may not reflect that they had water damage. Taking extra precautions can save you time and money when buying a used vehicle.

The Louisiana Department of Insurance offers the following tips: Check the vehicle for hidden damage. While a vehicle may look perfectly fine on the surface, there could be hidden damage that is not immediately noticeable.

Flood damage can compromise the vehicle’s computer and safety mechanisms, which pose significant safety hazards to the new owner.

Do your own inspection. Take time to inspect the vehicle yourself or arrange for it to be looked at by a mechanic you trust before purchasing.

Know the signs of flood damage. Check the vehicle for water damage

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to the carpet and remove the spare tire to inspect the area for water damage. Look for rust or corrosion on wires and other components under the hood and check under the dashboard for mud or moisture. You should also be suspicious if the carpet smells damp and of mildew.

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Megan Chiasson, a member of the South Lafourche High School FFA chapter in Galliano, was on stage and in the spotlight Oct. 25-28 during the 2017 National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis.

Chiasson, a sophomore at South Lafourche High School and the daughter of Chett and Lana Chiasson, was selected to play trombone in the National FFA Band.

She submitted an audition tape and was selected to help bring full instrumental balance to the band from a pool of applicants nationwide.

The National FFA Band performed several times during the national convention and expo. Chiasson joined fellow band members in Indianapolis for rehearsals three days before the convention and expo began.

A huge thank you goes to the South Lafourche High School band directors, Randy Chiasson and Jared Boudreaux, as well as, FFA Chapter Sponsor Eric Zak for supporting Megan in this endeavor.

Thank You Lafourche Parish

It has been the greatest pleasure of my professional life to have served you, the citizens of Lafourche Parish, as your District Attorney for the past fifteen years.

I cannot move on to the next phase of my life without first taking the opportunity to thank all of you, from the bottom of my heart, for having entrusted me with this awesome responsibility.

From the moment I was first elected in 2002, I have tried to justify your trust in me by giving this job the best of my skill, time and effort. I hope I succeeded in that regard.

In the thirty years I’ve been a prosecutor in Lafourche, I’ve seen how crime can affect our community. That’s why I have dedicated my life to bringing justice to our parish, and why I look forward to continuing my life’s work as I once again assume the role of an assistant district attorney.

Serving as District Attorney has been both gratifying and humbling. The relationships I have formed on this journey have been and will remain very special to me and my family.

I will always be grateful to you for giving me the opportunity to serve you.

So again, thank you for allowing me to serve you as District Attorney. It is an honor I will always cherish.

Camille A. “Cam” Morvant, II

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Sunday, November 19, 2017 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

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Ledet. “Now when it rains the water actually drains out of here.”

According to Parish President Jimmy Cantrelle, the project should have been a state job, but the parish decided to do much of the work itself. The parish was also able to get rights-of-way from land owners like Ledet to run the drainage lines under yards to cut the total project cost from $4 million to just over $1 million.

The other project that’s nearing completion is the road and drainage work along La. 308 in Golden Meadow.

Before the project, Councilman Daniel Lorraine said, rainwater would take weeks to drain off the road.

“This services around 100 people. I wish we could have gotten more, but getting a road and drainage project together is rare. We were fortunate to get both,” Lorraine said.

The Golden Meadow project saw drainage improvements and the road being raised around 11 inches at a cost just over $700,000.

Both projects were paid for through Community Development Block Grants.

— Staff Writer Dan Boudreaux can be reached at 857-2204 or dan.boudreaux @houmatoday.com. Follow him on Twitter @dan_boudreaux.

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be a sit-down meal at our gym. No one needs to pay or bring anything.

We just want to open our doors to those who may not have a place to celebrate Thanksgiving or cannot afford to celebrate Thanksgiving though we invite everyone in the community.

We are trying to give people a place to spend Thanksgiving Day that is not by themselves.”

Bernadette explained.

Although no takeouts are available everyone is welcomed to stay, enjoy a great meal and conversation with friends or new acquaintances.

Here are a few fun facts about Thanksgiving, which could be great conversation starters!

Did you know Americans eat approximately

46 million turkeys on Thanksgiving Day or that Benjamin Franklin wanted the turkey to be our National bird instead of the eagle?

Another fun fact, in 1953, Swanson had close to 260 tons of extra turkey after Thanksgiving. A salesman brought up the idea of packing the leftover turkey into aluminum trays along with some side dishes.

Viola! TV dinners were born!

Lastly, Campbell’s soup originated the green bean casserole when about fifty years ago they published the recipe in their annual cookbook. Now, Campbell’s sells more than 20 million dollars in cream of mushroom soup every year!

FBC would like the community to know they will provide pick-up and drop off services for those who need a ride.

The event is free and open to everyone who would like to join. The menu will consists of turkey and gravy, rice dressing, cornbread dressing, mashed potatoes, corn/peas, sweet potato crunch, cranberry sauce, rolls, and a wide array of desserts.

The First Baptist Church of Golden Meadow is wishing everyone a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving holiday. They are very excited to be able to bless others at this time with their Thanksgiving for all.

The FBC of GM is located at 187 Oakridge Dr, Golden Meadow, which is across the street from Golden Meadow Park. For more information or to schedule a ride, please call 985- 475-5490 or email at fbcgm@viscom.net.

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Boulevard, Thibodaux) and at the South Lafourche Sub-station (102 West 91st Street, Cut Off). A surcharge will apply for all card payments.

For an added convenience, customers of the following banks may pay their taxes at any Lafourche branch of their bank through December 31, 2017: First American Bank, South Lafourche Bank, State Bank & Trust, United Community Bank, and

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Property taxes are due by December 31, 2017 and unpaid taxes become delinquent on January 1, 2018. Per state law, delinquent taxes accrue interest at a rate of 1% per month until paid. Beginning on April 1, 2018, the collection company will assess an additional 10% collection fee for the unpaid amount.

For those unable to pay in full by December 31, 2017, partial payments can be made by mail or at LPSO offices only. Each partial payment must be at least 25% of the total amount of property tax due, and the first partial payment must be made prior to December 31, 2017. The remaining unpaid amount is still subject to the 1% monthly penalty per state law, as well as the 10% collection fee which will be added if any unpaid amount remains as of April 1, 2018.

All unpaid taxes will also accrue additional costs associated with the tax sale. If property is sold at the tax sale, the property owner is subject to loss of the homestead exemption.

Property sold at the tax sale may be redeemed up to three years from the date the property is sold, but per state law, a 5% penalty will apply as well as a monthly interest rate of 1%. The owner must contact the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office to redeem the property.

The current property owner is responsible for all taxes due. Anyone who purchased property in 2017 may not receive a tax bill due to it being sent to the previous owner.

Homeowners should check with their mortgage company before paying a bill to avoid double payment.

Property owners should direct related questions to the Lafourche Parish Assessor’s Office at (985) 4477242.

For more information about tax payments, property owners can contact the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office at (985) 4494431 or via the website at www.LPSO.net.

Town of Golden Meadow hosting annual Christmas Parade Nov. 25

The Town of Golden Meadow will be hosting its annual Christmas parade on Saturday, November 25 at 3:30 p.m.

The parade will begin on the north end of town traveling through the whole town followed by be a tree lighting ceremony at the Town Hall.

Hot dogs and chili and cake will be available after the parade.

Festivities will begin at 1 p.m. at the Golden Meadow Park pavilion.

Floats, golf carts, jeeps, and trailers are encouraged and allowed to participate. Pick up a registration form at the Golden Meadow Town Hall, Monday thru Thursday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Please contact Laci Latiolais at 985-6372407 or Shannon Leger at 985-637-8501 for more information.

SHELF SPACE By: Katina Gaudet

Celebrate the holidays with animal encounters at your library

By Katina Gaudet

Lions, tigers, and bears, oh my …

Well, not lions, tigers, and bears specifically, but the South Lafourche, Lockport, and Lockport library branches will play host to some exotic animals this holiday season.

The Lafourche Parish Public Library has two special programs planned, offering bayou residents a chance to get closer to some wildlife that might be familiar and with some that definitely will not be familiar.

Drop in when the Audubon Nature Institute’s ZooMobile and later when Animal Tales, an animal education

program based in Tennessee, visit Lafourche Parish’s three main library branches.

Coming up on Tuesday, November 21, the Audubon ZooMobile will be making its way to the South Lafourche Branch Library, 16241 E. Main Street, in Cut Off at 10:30 a.m.; and at the Lockport Branch Library, 720 Crescent Avenue, at 1 p.m.

Join ZooMobile staff for an hour-long presentation celebrating the wonders of nature.

Learn about select animals and view those animals up close and personal with ZooMobile staff.

The Audubon ZooMobile is an outreach program of the Audubon Nature Institute in New Orleans and provides animal programming for people of all ages, so get together

and bring the family by.

Come December, it’s safari time… a holiday safari closer to home, that is.

Animal Tales will be bringing its Holiday Safari program to Lafourche Parish’s Thibodaux, Lockport, and South Lafourche branches in late December.

Animal Tales specializes in live educational animal programs for schools, libraries, and other organizations.

Its animal educators bring in some seriously exotic animals and involve young people in their educational performances.

Animal Tales will be visiting in Lafourche on Thursday, December 28 at 1 p.m. at the Lockport Branch Library; and at 4 p.m. at the South Lafourche Branch.

All of these programs are free and open to the public.

For more information about library programming, visit www.lafourche.org.

Katina Gaudet is the librarian at the South Lafourche Branch. She can be reached at 632-7140 or kgaudet@lafourche.org.

Members of Lafourche Volunteers for Family and Community recently attended an Area 2 Fall Fling in Terrebonne Parish in November. Pictured are Becky Gautreaux, Area nutrition agent, Lafourche VFC Treasurer, Patsy Champagne, Lafourche VFC President, Betty Guilbeau, Area 2 Director, Judy Adams, Golden Meadow VFC member and Paula Morgan, Golden Meadow VFC treasurer and Louisiana VFC Secretary.

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Colonels drop nail-biter in River Bell Classic, 21-17, playoff chances uncertain

HAMMOND, La. — For the third straight year, the River Bell Classic came down to the final play, but like last year, the No. 17/25 Nicholls State University football team was on the short end as the Colonels dropped a 21-17 decision Thursday night at Strawberry Stadium.

Nicholls led 17-7 early in the third quarter before Southeastern Louisiana (6-5, 6-3 SLC) used its potent rushing attack to score two unanswered touchdowns.

The Colonels had one last chance after getting the ball back with 33 seconds left in the game, but a Hail Mary from the SLU 37 was intercepted in the end zone on the final play.

With the loss, Nicholls dropped to 8-3 overall, 7-2 in the Southland and is eliminated

from contention for the Southland Conference regular season championship. The setback also slimmed the Colonels’ chances of earning their first playoff berth since 2005.

Nicholls totaled 323 yards of offense with 229 on the ground, despite playing without the Southland’s leading rusher, Kyran Irvin. But the Colonels were shut down in the second half, scoring only an early field goal in the third quarter.

Tahj Smith followed up his career game last week with 84 yards on 13 carries, and Dontrell Taylor added 74 yards and a touchdown on 21 carries.

Taylor put Nicholls on the board for a 7-0 lead on a 7-yard touchdown run in the first quarter.

The defense held SLU to 95 yards in the

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by Marcus Cooper went for 67 yards to even the game at 7-7. For the night, Nicholls totaled 11 tackles for loss, led

by Terrell Encalade with three.

Ahmani Martin made several big stops for the Colonels, finishing with a teamhigh nine tackles.

Early in the second, the Colonels put together a 12-play, 75-yard scoring drive to regain the lead. Nicholls ran the ball eight times, but it was 15-yard receptions by Jarrell Rodgers and Damion Jeanpiere Jr. that fueled the possession. Rogers started the drive with his catch and Jeanpiere’s put Nicholls at the SLU 14.

Three plays later, Nicholls ran an end around for Jeanpiere and he scored from 7 yards out to double the lead.

In the third, the Colonels caught a break on a bad snap by SLU on a punt. Lion punter Ivy Wall then took off with the ball before Moroni Pointer tackled him at the SLU 26 for an 11yard loss. The Colonels picked up a first down, but settled for a 22-yard field goal from Lorran Fonseca for a 17-7 advantage.

The explosive Lion rushing game then took over, leading to a pair of touchdowns to close out the quarter. A 54-yard rush by Cooper on the first play of the drive set up a 5-yard touchdown catch for Bransen Schwebel. On the next possession, Juwan PetitFrere broke free for an 85-yard touchdown run to give SLU a 21-17 lead.

For the final quarter, the Lions picked off Chase Fourcade twice to keep Nicholls from marching down the field.

After the first interception, the Colonels nearly caught a break on a punt with four minutes re-

maining when Wesley Barnett jarred the ball loose as he hit returner Max Lyons, but after initially signaling that Nicholls recovered it, the officials changed the call, giving possession to SLU. The second interception ended another drive for Nicholls with 1:39 remaining, but the defense held Southeastern to a three-and-out as the Colonels took over at their own 25 with 33 seconds left.

Fourcade scrambled three times for 8, 12 and 18 yards, setting up a final play with 4 ticks on the clock.

Like in last season’s 44-42 loss, Fourcade heaved a pass into the end zone, but Lyons came down with the ball for SLU to keep the River Bell in Hammond for the second straight year.

The Lions finished with 267 yards on the

Sunday, November 19, 2017 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

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Nicholls quarterback Chase Fourcade picks up a few yards in a losing effort against Southeastern Thursday night in Hammond. The loss hurts the Colonels’ chances of making the playoffs. ground, with most of it coming in the second half after Byron Walker subbed in for injured quarterback Lorenzo Nunez. Cooper totaled 142 yards on the ground on just 11 carries.

The eight wins is the

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Anyone know the whereabouts of Elizabeth Danos Ford and Billy J. Danos, please contact Joyce Bouvier at 985-693-7277. _________________________

Adler Bourg.

Eric is preceded by his father, Roger J. Gonzales; and brother, Stephen Gonzales.

Eric was an avid camper, fisherman & enjoyed woodworking. He enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson.

Samart-Mothe Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. ___________________

RONNIE R. VIZIER 1948-2017

Ronnie “Poncho” Vizier passed away on October 22 in West Plains, Missouri at the age of 69. He was born on February 14, 1948 in Raceland, La. to Lou Emma Savoie Vizier and Whitney “Caillou” Vizier. A graveside memorial service will be held on Wednesday, November 22 at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of the Rosary Cemetery in Larose.

Ronnie graduated from Larose-Cut Off High School then joined the United States Army.

He attended and graduated from the University of New Orleans in 1977 with a degree in Electrical Engineering.

Ronnie is survived by his three children, Marcus Vizier (Jasmine), Neil Vizier (Diane) and Elizabeth Vizier Bryson (Justin); stepchildren, Patricia Weibel Leitner (Justin) and Jeremy Weibel; and one granddaughter, Emily Leitner; his siblings, Evans “Lugga” Vizier (Nona), Marla Vizier Moore (Chris) and Alces Vizier (Katrina); sister-in-law, Donna Freyou Vizier; his aunts, Janet Savoie Melancon, Isabelle Vizier Pitre, Clara Belle Vizier Collins, Rita Savoie and Elphie Savoie.

Proceeded in death by his parents, Lou Emma and Whitney Vizier; grandparents, Alces and Edmae Vizier, Elix and Emma Savoie; and his brother, Randy Vizier. __________________

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OBITUARIES

ERIC GONZALES

Eric Gonzales, 58, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Galliano, La. passed away on November 10, 2017. Visitation will be Monday, November 20, from 9 a.m. until funeral time at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Golden Meadow. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church with burial in the Williams Cemetery.

Eric is survived by his wife of 19 years, Stacey B. Gonzales; step-son, Mark Dufrene, Jr.; mother, Hilda F. Gonzales; brother, Roger Gonzales, Jr.; sister, Roxanna Walker and husband Buddy Walker; niece, Carissa Ricouard and husband Isreal; godchildren, Abram and

JOSEPH PLAISANCE

Joseph Charles “J.C.” Plaisance, 94, a native and resident of Lockport, passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2017, with his family by his side.

Funeral services will be conducted at Holy Savior Catholic Church in Lockport with visitation from 9 a.m. until funeral time on Monday, November 20, 2017, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m., with burial in the church cemetery.

He is survived by his daughters, Louise Plaisance Guidry and husband Thomas, and Loretta Plaisance; son, Eric Plaisance and wife Pat; grandchildren, Toby Guidry and companion Margery Thomas, Joey Guidry, Justin Plaisance, and Laura Cortez and husband Kevin Cortez, Jr.; great-grandchildren, Daisy Louise Guidry, Maddox Joseph Eric Plaisance, Tristan Xavier Plaisance, Sydaleigh Anna Cortez and Thomas Joseph “TJ” Cortez.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Lorraine Chauvin Plaisance; his parents, Joseph Edward Plaisance and Anna Bourgeois Plaisance; brother, Edward Joseph Plaisance; son, Donald Plaisance; daughter-in-law, Sheila LeBoeuf Guidry and great grandson, Kevin James “KJ” Cortez, III. J.C. was a Life Member of American Legion Post 83 in Lockport, Life Member of VFW Post 3665 in Raceland, Member of 40/8 Voiture 1038, and charter Board Member of Lafourche ARC. He also volunteered in many other community organizations including the Lockport Fire Department. He was a kind and gentle man who lived his life in service to God, Country and his family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in his name may be made to: Lafourche ARC-Plaisance Center, P.O. Box 248, Lockport, LA 70374.

Falgout Funeral Home in Lockport is in charge of arrangements. ___________________

Recent arrests

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 proven guilty.

FEBRUARY 15, 2017 Sidney Bourda Jr., 47, Larose. Contempt of court.

NOVEMBER 12, 2017 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Joshua Johnson, 27, LaPlace. Poss./dist. of drug paraphernalia (Misd). Operating veh. w/suspended license; other offenses. Contempt of court (3 CTS). Illegal carrying of weapon in presence of CDS (Felony).

Thibodaux Police Department Joseph Boyd, 71, Thibodaux. Operating veh. w/suspended license; no license issued. Driving on roadway laned for traffic. Operating a veh. while intoxicated (1st offense).

Louisiana State Police Cody Granier, 37, Chackbay. D.W.I.-2nd offense (Bac 0.8 to .15) (Misd). Careless operation. Hit and run driving with no personal injury (Misd).

James Mills, 58, Middleburg, FL. Driving on roadway laned for traffic. D.W. I. -1st offense (Bac .8 to .15) (Misd).

NOVEMBER 13, 2017 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Harvey Allen III, 38, Larose. Contempt of court (4 CTS).

Roland Faul, 40, Houma.

Violation of probation/parole.

John Johnson, 66, Fugitive.

Johnny Poindexter, 37, Raceland. Contempt of court.

Jeremiah Williams, 31, Thibodaux. Contempt of court.

Jason Brown, 33, Luling.

Theft of goods (Misd).

Jasmine Dupont, 19, Gibson. Fugitive.

Paul Falgout, 52, Houma.

Violation of probation/parole.

Amanda Fields, 25, Bayou Black. Fugitive. Poss. of marijuana (1st offense) (Misd). Temporary registration plates (Altered/expired).

Rodrick Lyons, 32, Grey.

Revocation of parole for violation of condition (Felony).

Brian Martin, 51, Lockport.

Revocation of parole for violation of condition (Felony).

David Massey, 41, Houma.

Fugitive. Contempt of court (4 CTS).

Jermaine Miles, 23, Thibodaux. Contempt of court (2 CTS).

Cole Rodriguez, 34, Raceland. Contempt of court (2 CTS).

Chase Terrebonne, 22, Larose.

Violation of probation/parole.

Golden Meadow Police Department Anastasia Fitzmorris, 55, Golden Meadow. Contempt of court (3 CTS).

Roxie Toups, 22, Galliano.

Contempt of court.

Thibodaux Police Department Jeremy Jamison, 38, Thibodaux. Contempt of court.

NOVEMBER 14, 2017 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Patrick Adams, 32, Larose.

Domestic abuse aggravated assault. Domestic abuse battery (Felony). False imprisonment: offender armed w/dangerous weapon (Felony).

Hunter Daisy, 24, Theriot.

Poss./dist. of drug paraphernalia (Misd). Poss. of Klonopin (Clonazepam) (Felony). Poss. with intent to dist. marijuana.

Roland Faul, 40, Houma.

Fugitive.

Corey Hernandez, 34, Grand Isle. Contempt of court (3 CTS).

Ryan Hernandez, 32, Grand Isle. Contempt of court.

Jeremy Trahan, 32, Gray.

Revocation of parole for violation of condition (Felony).

Henderson Triggs Jr., 51, Thibodaux. Contempt of court.

Lisa Chiasson, 52, Chauvin. Careless operation; operating a vehicle while intoxicated.

Thibodaux Police Department Kion Caldwell, 28, Thibodaux. Pedestrians on Highways.

Resisting an officer.

Daekwon Duncan, 20, Thibodaux. Contempt of court; possession of marijuana 2nd offense.

Damian Johnson, 19, Thibodaux. Illegal possession of stolen firearm.

Oren Richard, 20, Thibodaux. Violation of probation/parole.

Roderick Thomas, 47, New Orleans. Fugitive; resisting an officer.

Golden Meadow Police Department Tracy Shackelford, 41, Golden Meadow. Fugitive.

Louisiana State Police Patricia Arceneaux, 58, Lockport. Driving on roadway laned for traffic; D.W.I 2nd offense; possession of alcoholic beverages in motor vehicle.

NOVEMBER 15, 2017 Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office Tonya Bergeron, 51, Bayou Blue. Contempt of court.

Randell Calloway Sr., 29, Houma. Contempt of court (2 CTS).

Joseph Chouest Jr., 51, Cut Off. Domestic abuse battery involving strangulation with child endangerment.

Jamar Ellis, 36, Thibodaux. Fugitive.

Travis Guillot, 45, Thibodaux. Contempt of court.

Amir Walker, 28, Napoleonville. Contempt of court.

Derrick Watkins, 31, Napoleonville. Contempt of court (5 CTS).

Louisiana State Police Joshua Adams, 28, Raceland. Careless operation; D.W.I 1st offense.

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CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Time has been passing quite rapidly, Cancer. You may be feeling like you aren’t quite catching up to the clock.

As long as some work is getting finished, you are completely fine.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, you are anxious to go on an adventure, but you simply can’t find time in your schedule. You may just have to make it happen by turning off your devices and heading out.

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VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Even if you are sure that your perspective will win over the crowd, you have to accept there will be some who don’t agree with you. Be gracious and don’t step on any toes.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Although you might not realize it, someone is making a concerted effort to get to know you this week.

Be open to new relationships and you may make a lifelong friend.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 You have worked hard and are now beginning to enjoy the fruits of your labor. Treat yourself to whatever you would like. Be proud of your efforts.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Conversations with others should be kept light and easy this week to avoid any drama, Sagittarius.

Delving deeper into others’ lives is the furthest thing from your mind.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Are your achievements isolating you from others? You may have to let someone else get some of the glory this week, if only to show your vulnerable and accommodating side.

Sunday, November 19, 2017 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

Lady of the Sea Hospital recently held a cake auction giving all proceeds to the Troop C “Grant A Wish Foundation” in memory of Jory Pitre. The auction raised $1,589.

Pictured left to right are Zena Pitre (Jory’s mother), State Troopers Jessie Vinet and Donnie Callais, and hospital employee Janita Allemand.

Action taken at the Lafourche Parish Council Meeting of Tuesday, Nov. 14 Below is a rundown of action taken Tuesday night by the Lafourche Parish Council during committee meetings. All votes were unanimous unless otherwise noted.

ACTION: Overrode the parish president’s veto of the abolishment of the Department of Community Services.

The vote was 7-2, with Daniel Lorraine and James Bourgeois voting no.

ACTION: Overrode the parish president’s veto of the abolishment of the Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness. The vote was 7-2, with Lorraine and Bourgeois voting no.

ACTION: Established four-way stops at Twin Oaks Drive and Locust Street and Twin Oaks Drive and Hackberry Street.

ACTION: Amended and re-enacted Chapter 44 Vehicles for Hire of the Lafourche Parish Code of Ordinances in its entirety to enact new provisions regarding transportation network services in Lafourche Parish.

ACTION: Approved a lease agreement between Lafourche Parish and Bollinger Shipyards for a boat model of a 207-foot offshore supply vessel titled M/V Ms. Sara Jane.

ACTION: Rejected a 2017 supplemental appropriation within the 2017 Operations and Maintenance Budget and Capital Budget to cover the cost to purchase land from Andrew Martin for the use of the South Lafourche Airport Project with a cost of $1.2 million. The vote was 7-2, with Lorraine and Bourgeois voting yes.

ACTION: Removed a board member from the Housing Authority of Lafourche Parish Board at the request of the board and requested the administration to advertise the vacancy accordingly.

ACTION: Requested the Lafourche Parish district attorney to render an opinion on whether it is legal for the parish president to refuse to pay employees for time worked; and whether it is legal for the parish president to change his mind and tell employees they will not get emergency pay after having invoked the emergency pay provision under a state of emergency.

ACTION: Reappointed Michael Tardo to the Heroes’ Monument Commission.

ACTION: Reappointed Glenn Sapia to the Fire Protection District No. 9 Board.

ACTION: Appointed Jeffery Bacon to the Lafourche Parish Game and Fish Commission Board.

ACTION: Appointed William McKee to the Fifth AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Do not avoid others to escape conflict, Aquarius; otherwise, you are only delaying the inevitable. Speak your mind and address the situation with tact and professionalism.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, your self-esteem can soar this week if you surround yourself with the right people. Fill your days with fun and many activities.

FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS: NOVEMBER 19 Adam Driver, Actor (34) NOVEMBER 20 Dierks Bentley, Singer (42) NOVEMBER 21 Jenna Malone, Actress (33) NOVEMBER 22 Auli’i Cravalho, Actress (17) NOVEMBER 23 Justin Turner, Athlete (33) NOVEMBER 24 Katherine Heigl, Actress (39) NOVEMBER 25 Billy Burke, Actor (51)

Ward Gravity Drainage District No. 5 Board.

ACTION: Reappointed Linton Doucet to the Veterans Memorial District (Ward 10) of Lafourche Parish Board.

ACTION: Approved Amendment No. 1 to the agreement with Foret Contracting Group for contractor services related to nuisance abatement.

ACTION: Approved Balancing Change Order No. 1 from Byron E. Talbot Contractor for the drainage improvements for the Diplomat Way Drive and Eau Claire Drive project to decrease the contract price by $11,044.40 and to add 24 days to the contract time.

ACTION: Approved Amendment No. 1 to the contract between Lafourche Parish and Waste Pro of Louisiana for waste removal services at parish facilities.

ACTION: Approved Amendment No. 1 to the contract between Lafourche Parish and BFI Waste Services for waste removal services at parish facilities.

ACTION: Approved Amendment No. 1 to the agreement with Morris P. Hebert for permit consulting services.

ACTION: Rejected a license agreement between Lafourche Parish and XLK International and appointing XLK International as broker of record for Lafourche Parish. The vote was 7-2, with Bourgeois and Lorraine voting yes.

ACTION: Declared Nov. 23, 2017, as 1887 Commemoration Day and encouraged a moment of silence at noon on this day in memory of the victims of the Thibodaux Massacre.

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Recently Gulf Coast Ortho and Me-Maw’s Cajun Cuisine held the 5th annual JP Bash in memory of Jory Pitre.

Pictured left to right are Ernie Griifin, Dr. Brett Casey, Amy Leroux (from GCO), State Troopers Donnie Callais and Tony Eymard, Lorey Boura ( from MeMaw’s), Zena Pitre and Michael Pitre (Jory’s parents) presenting a check to Troop C “Grant A Wish Foundation” in Jory Pitre’s name in the amount of $40,015.30.

Legal notice NOTICE To All Customers of Vision TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICES

The Public Service Commission of Louisiana designated Lafourche Telephone Company, L.L.C. the “Eligible Telecommunications Carrier” for its service area for universal service purposes. The goal of universal service is to provide all citizens access to essential telecommunications services.

Lafourche Telephone Company, L.L.C. provides the supported service — voice telephony service — throughout its designated service area with single line rates starting at $16.78 per month for residential customers and $36.99 per month for single business line customers. This supported service includes: Voice grade access to the public switched network; Minutes of use for local service provided at no additional charge; Access to emergency services provided by local government or other public safety organizations, such as 911 and enhanced 911, to the extent the local government in Lafourche Telephone Company’s service area has implemented 911 or enhanced 911 systems; Vision would be pleased to provide you with specific rates for your area upon request.

Bid notice

LEGAL NOTICE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS PARTS FOR SPARE ENGINE

Sealed bids will be received by the Board of Commissioners, South Lafourche Levee District, 17904 Highway 3235, Galliano, LA 70354, until 11:00 A.M. December 7, 2017, at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read for the purchase of: Parts for Spare Engine (to be used in the repair of a spare engine) A Parts List including part number, quantity and item description, may be picked up at the Levee District office located at 17904 Hwy 3235, Galliano, LA, or downloaded from our website at www.slld.org (Bids and Proposals). All parts must be included as listed on the spreadsheet. All parts and all part numbers on the supplied parts list must be included. No exceptions and no replacements will be accepted.

Vision also offers qualified customers Lifeline service. Lifeline is a non-transferable, federal benefit that makes monthly telephone service more affordable on one wireless OR one home telephone, but not both.

Based on the income-related eligibility criteria described below, you may qualify for this program.

This means you may receive a monthly credit for your voice telephone service. This Lifeline service also includes toll blocking to qualifying customers without charge.

The current discount provided under the Company’s Lifeline service is $9.25 per month for each month that the customer qualifies.

To receive this discount, an individual, a dependent, or someone in the household must participate in one of the following federal assistance programs: “Medicaid; Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as Food Stamps; Supplemental Security Income; Federal Public Housing Assistance (Section 8); Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program; National School Lunch Program’s free lunch program; or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families.” Or, the total household income must be at or below 135% of the federal poverty guidelines.

Please call Vision at (985) 693-0123 or toll free at (800) 2565665 if you have any questions.

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Bid price shall specifically exclude any and all taxes. Bids will be rejected if this stipulation is not met.

The South Lafourche Levee District is exempt from paying state and local taxes.

Bid should be submitted to the South Lafourche Levee District, Post Office Box 426, Galliano, LA 70354, with the envelope marked Bid on Parts for Spare Engine. Bids will be accepted only by registered mail or certified mail, or bid may be hand delivered in which case a receipt will be given to the bidder upon request. All other mailings will be rejected.

Any bid received after 11:00 A.M., December 7, 2017 will be returned unopened.

The South Lafourche Levee District reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informality or to accept any bid that may serve its best interest.

Windell A. Curole Executive Secretary 11/19/17 11/22/17 11/29/17

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Sunday, November 19, 2017 THE LAFOURCHE GAZETTE

What a Life!

By: Rev. Wilmer L. Todd

Jesus wants us to see the eternal principles behind the laws

Jesus condemns the religious leaders of his day for making religion a show for others to see.

Jesus was always interested in the principles behind the laws.

Jesus condemns the Scribes and Pharisees for worrying about all the rules and regulations and forgetting their purpose.

All Ten Commandments are based on two great principles.

The first is reverence – reverence for God, for God’s name, for God’s day, for the parents God has given to us.

The second principle is respect – respect for human life, for a person’s possessions, for their personality, for their good name, for oneself.

These principles are eternal.

The Scribes and Pharisees’ whole outlook on religion had one fundamental defect. By creating thousands upon thousands of rules and regulations, they made religion an intolerable burden.

Here is a good test to find out whether a religion is true. Does it act like wings to lift a person up, or like deadweight to drag a person down?

Does religion bring joy to a person or sorrow?

Does religion carry a person, or does the person have to carry it?

Whenever religion becomes a matter of burdens and prohibitions, it ceases to be true religion.

They also turned religion into show business. If religion consists in obeying countless rules and regulations, it becomes easy for people to “show” everyone else how well they fulfill those regulations, and how pious they are.

Jesus selected certain actions and customs that the Pharisees displayed as their piety.

Jesus said, “They make their phylacteries broad and their fringes long.”

The phylacteries were little leather boxes that devout Jews wore on their wrist and forehead. These little boxes contained key scripture passages. These men wore large boxes, to draw attention to themselves.

The Pharisees liked to be given the principal places at meals, on the left and on the right of the host. They liked the front seats in the synagogues.

In Palestine the children and unimportant people occupied the back seats. The front row seats were reserved as places of honor. The most honored seats of all were the seats of the elders, which faced the congregation.

When the Pharisees sat there, everyone could

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see them and notice the false air of piety.

The Pharisee also liked to be addressed as Rabbi and to be treated with the greatest respect. They claimed greater respect than that which was given to parents, for they said, one’s parents give ordinary, physical life, but a person’s teacher gives eternal life.

They even liked to be called father as Elisha called Elijah (2 Kgs. 2:12) and as the fathers of the faith were known.

Jesus insists that Christians should remember that they have only one teacher – and that teacher is Christ.

produces showy displays of piety and pride is a false religion.

The 19th-century Danish philosopher, Soren Kierkegaard, reminded us that in a church service, the presider, the choir, the homilist, the reader, the organist, and those of us just sitting in the pews are the actors, and God is the audience. God is watching.

In our everyday Christian lives, God is the audience. If we remember who the audience is, our lives will become magnificent acts of worship and living.

And God will applaud.

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

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.

16640 West Main St., Cut Off (Near South Lafourche Bridge-LA Hwy. 1) Thursday Night Service 7 p.m.

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

985-449-5055 • 800-748-7755 dcfs.la.gov

The Christian has only one Father in the faith – and that Father is God. Jesus is not saying that we should not call our teacher in school, “teacher,” or our priests, “father.” He is emphasizing that we have only one teacher and one father. We should never forget that!

The Pharisees wanted to dress and act in a way that draws attention to themselves.

The real Christian should be willing to die to self so that if people see their good deeds, they may glorify not the person, but our heavenly Father. Any religion that

Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m.

Wed. Night Bible Study 7:00 p.m.

Pastor Jimmy Autin

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

The V.H Boudreaux Senior Citizens Center in Lockport held it’s monthly birthday party on October 24th.

Those celebrating birthdays in October were Jerry Vedros, Wyonnia Romera and Lena Gautreaux.

The Center is open Monday though Friday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch is served daily for seniors 60 and over.

Meals must be ordered the day before. Seniors who would like to join in for birthday parties, cards, pokeno, exercise or lunch can call 532-5930.

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

Call 693-7229 to reserve your spot on the Worship Directory.

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632-7575

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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!

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

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

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