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The Most Reverend Glen John Provost
Bishop of Lake Charles
The Nativity of the Lord - Christmas
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception
Lake Charles, Louisiana
December 25, 2021

“[T]here were shepherds in that region living in the fields and keeping the night watch over their flock.” Luke 2:8

LAKE CHARLES – On December 17, 2021, The Most Reverend Glen John Provost, Bishop of Lake Charles, made the following appointment: 

The Diocese of Lake Charles is proud to announce that the Holy Father, Pope Francis, has conferred Papal Honors on 17 individuals for their dedication and exceptional service to the Roman Catholic Church.

From the desk of the Bishop:

I am pleased to announce that I have appointed Deacon George Stearns to the position of canonical Chief Finance Officer of the Diocese of Lake Charles, effective January 2, 2022.

Fifty years of service in any role is something to be honored but the celebration of the 50^th anniversary of ordination as a priest is a milestone that is difficult to surpass. The Rev. Roland Vaughn, a priest of the Diocese of Lake Charles, achieved that auspicious landmark on Tuesday, Dec. 21.

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Diocese of Lake Charles

LAKE CHARLES — The grand opening of an elaborate exhibit featuring Our Lady of Guadalupe was the highlight of the 25th Anniversary celebration of the Hispanic Community in the Diocese of Lake Charles on Saturday, Dec. 11.