The rededication of our "twinned" church, St. Paul the Apostle Church in New Orleans, was held at 4 p.m. on July 22nd.  It was not only a spirit-filled and joyful service to celebrate the rebirth of this church, but also a time to commemorate its 60th anniversary.  Two trees were planted in front of the church and all attendees were asked to write on slips of white paper their fears, pains, resolutions, or commitments.  These slips of paper were buried in the ground and will be used as compost to bring life to these 2 new "trees of hope."

After remarks by Bishop Robert Morin, Fr. Bernard spoke and thanked the many, many people who helped put St. Paul's back together after the damage of Hurricane Katrina.  He singled out St. Francis of Assisi parish as being (by far) the biggest help of all.  It was a heartfelt and touching tribute to the many members of this parish who gave so generously to the needs of St. Paul's Church.
 
 

Photos below were taken at St. Paul's rededication. 
The ladies and gents in black robes with colorful sashes are choir members; 
the children in white with colorful sashes took part in the service with dancing.