St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church

Warning to all Parishioners and others who may be contacted-someone purporting to be Father Chris has contacted several parishioners urgently requesting iTune cards or gifts cards.  Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office has been contacted about this, but everyone should understand that this is being done by someone impersonating Father Chris.  DO NOT ENTERTAIN THIS REQUEST!  
And as always, if someone is urgently asking that you transfer any funds or to buy gift cards or other items that may be easily converted to cash, it is best to take a timeout and call JPSO.  And certainly call the rectory 504-733-0922.

Greetings & Welcome!

I am grateful if you are already a parishioner or if you are considering joining our parish. St. Mary Magdalen is an incredible place and I have greatly enjoyed working here since my arrival!

Led by the Holy Spirit, we are currently in the process of reimaging our parish; in essence, doing everything we can to provide a spiritual home for all interested.  We want and need you to join us so that you are encouraged to take your faith seriously, live your faith daily and share that faith with others - inviting them to join our parish.  We certainly have room to grow in this overall process, but we also welcome you to help us to become the best parish we can be.  I invite you to share your gifts and talents with us so that we can all truly live God’s desire for Christian charity and community.  THAT is the easiest way and the true meaning of evangelization.

I would love to get to know you better, so please contact me at the rectory office to set up an appointment.  May God bless you and yours!

Your friend in Christ Jesus Our Lord,
Fr. Chris DeLerno, Pastor

Catholicism: 

To learn more about our faith click here: I want to learn more.

Were you once Catholic?  Click here: I used to be Catholic.

St. Mary Magdalen:

Our history. 

Our award winning school-St Mary Magdalen School.

To become a member of our faith family click here:  New Parishioner Registration.

On behalf of SMM Parish, the Men’s Club is raffling off a 2001 Harley Davidson FXDP motorcycle, valued at $5,000. Tickets are $20 each and only 500 tickets will be sold for the July 26th drawing. Included with the motorcycle will be two helmets, and a package courtesy of New Orleans Harley Davidson, which includes one free oil change, riding lessons, and Harley Davidson Apparel. Tickets can be purchased at our monthly “Car and Bike Cruise Night” held in the Airline Park parking lot at 6:30pm on the 4th Friday of every month, or the Car and Bike Show on Saturday, April 27th, from 10:00am – 2:00pm, in the back field. Tickets are also available, through the school office or Rectory, or by contacting Johnny Latour at 504-722-1995 or johnnylatour@aol.com . The drawing will be held on Friday, July 26th at our Cruise Night, winner need not be present and will post winner on Church's website (https://stmarymagdalenchurch.com/smm-mens-club ).

SOCIAL APOSTOLATE

This dedicated group of parishioners has been helping the needy of our parish for many years. The Social Apostolate opens in the Social Services building year-round on Wednesday evenings from 5:30 to 6:30 pm to those who need food or utility bill assistance (if funds are available). They also distribute Thanksgiving, Christmas baskets and “Gifts from the Angels” donations to needy families during these holidays. If you are interested in joining the Social Apostolate, please visit them in the Social Services Building on Wednesday evenings or call the rectory for further information.

Saturday 2:30 - 3:30PM

Archdiocesan Guide to Going to Confession and Examination of Conscience (click) 

St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church is called to foster a welcoming community, to form disciples for Jesus Christ and to joyfully evangelize.

Unifying Vision: Walking together with Christ, igniting the Spirit within, living God’s Call.
 

This program is for Baptized, catechized Catholics who have received their 1st Communion, but were never confirmed. Classes will be held during the Easter Season with Adult Confirmation Mass at St. Louis Cathedral on Pentecost Sunday, JUNE 9. For more information or to register for classes, please call the Parish Religious Education Office at 733-8980.

 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS NEWS
Saving Lives through Ultrasound Machines-- The Knights of Columbus has donated over 1,000 ultrasound machines to 750+ pregnancy centers. As the Supreme Knight has said, “What greater legacy can a council leave, than to save the life of a child?” Help contribute to the single greatest humanitarian achievement of the Knights of Columbus as we strive to save millions of lives.  

 PARISH ADVOCATES for PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

SMM Parish Advocates for Persons with Disabilities are Shirley Bertucci and Cindy Graham.  In keeping with the mission of the Archdiocesan Commission, we at SMM want to ensure that individuals with disabilities and their families are full, active participants in all aspects of our church community. 
If you or a family member is a person with a disability and: 

• Would like to know about accessibility at SMM
• Have questions or concern about inclusion in our parish
• Have suggestions about how we can improve participation in the life of our parish as a person with a disability,

we want to hear from you. Please contact Shirley Bertucci shirlb2c@cox.net or Cindy Graham  grahamo@cox.net