St. Augustine of New Roads

St. Augustine of New Roads St Augustine Catholic Church St. Augustine began in 1922 as a large parish composed mostly of tenant farmers and farm laborers surrounding the town of New Roads.

From 1898, the area was visited by Father Pierre Lebeau, a Josephite who was assigned at Petite Prairie approximately 35 miles east of New Roads. A native of Pointe Coupee parish, Father Lebeau visited monthly and strongly recommended the opening of a mission. In 1922, the Josephites established St. Augustine and assigned Father Edward Harnett as first pastor. The first Mass was celebrated on Chri

stmas Day 1922, in a rented store, the old Simeon Parent store opposite the Texas and Pacific Depot. In August of 1923, property on the east side of New Roads Street, north of the railroad, was donated by St. Mary Church for the construction of a permanent church. On Christmas Day 1923, Mass was celebrated in the newly built St. Augustine Church. A school was opened in 1931 and Xavier graduates taught there until 1951. Beginning in 1951, the Holy Spirit Sisters served the needs of the school with over 400 students enrolled. Grades were added each year until a high school was established. The high school merged with Catholic High School of Pointe Coupee in 1971, but the elementary school continued to operate until 1979. The former school was converted into a meeting hall in 1987. A mission chapel was established at Mix under the name St. Catherine of Siena in 1938. The chapel was used for about ten years before services were discontinued. In 1994, renovation work on the campus of St. Augustine was completed, including the installation of memorial stained glass windows and newly-refurbished statues of the Blessed Virgin Mary, St. Joseph, and St. Martin de Porres. The first African-American Josephite priest from Louisiana was Father John Plantevigne S.S.J., a native of New Roads. Father Joseph Rodney, S.S.J., ordained as a Josephite in 1968, was also born in New Roads. Augustine Parish continues to thrive with a strong and vibrant congregation.

Don’t miss out on some delicious BBQ DINNERS🔥📅 Saturday, June 6, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM📅 Sunday, June 7, 2026 | 9:00 ...
06/03/2026

Don’t miss out on some delicious BBQ DINNERS🔥
📅 Saturday, June 6, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📅 Sunday, June 7, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

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Announcements for the Week:
06/03/2026

Announcements for the Week:

05/29/2026

The faithful are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial for Most Rev. John H. Ricard, SSJ, fourth bishop of our diocese, on Friday June 5 at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart.

Mass will start at 11:00 a.m. CT and will be preceded by a visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. CT.

Solemn Vespers will be prayed the night before, Thursday June 4, beginning at 5:00 p.m. CT at the Cathedral.

If you are not able to be there in-person please join via live-stream at ptdiocese.org/funeral or directly through our diocesan YouTube channel.

Pentecost Sunday🔥🕊️Come, Holy Spirit,fill the hearts of Your faithfuland kindle in them the fire of Your love.Send forth...
05/24/2026

Pentecost Sunday🔥🕊️

Come, Holy Spirit,
fill the hearts of Your faithful
and kindle in them the fire of Your love.
Send forth Your Spirit, and they shall be created,
and You shall renew the face of the earth.

Lord, on this Pentecost Sunday,
pour out Your gifts upon Your Church.
Grant us wisdom, courage, peace, and understanding
so that we may boldly live and share the Gospel.
Unite us in faith and love,
and help us to be instruments of Your light in the world.

Amen.

It is with deep sorrow and faith that we share the news of the passing of Bishop John H. Ricard, S.S.J., Superior Genera...
05/21/2026

It is with deep sorrow and faith that we share the news of the passing of Bishop John H. Ricard, S.S.J., Superior General of the Josephites.

Born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Bishop Ricard dedicated his life to the service of God and His people through the Society of St. Joseph of the Sacred Heart (Josephites). Ordained in 1968, he faithfully served the Church for decades as pastor, Auxiliary Bishop of Baltimore, and later Bishop of Pensacola-Tallahassee. In 2019, he was elected Superior General of the Josephites, continuing his lifelong commitment to ministry, leadership, and the African American Catholic community.

Bishop Ricard’s wisdom, humility, and unwavering faith touched countless lives. We give thanks for his devoted service to the Church and pray that Christ, whom he served so faithfully, now welcomes him into eternal peace.

“Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen.”

During the month of May, the Church lovingly honors the Blessed Virgin Mary in a special way. As our heavenly Mother, Ma...
05/14/2026

During the month of May, the Church lovingly honors the Blessed Virgin Mary in a special way. As our heavenly Mother, Mary always leads us closer to her Son, Jesus Christ. May we turn to her with trust, asking for her prayers, guidance, and loving protection over our families and parish community.

🙏 Blessed Mother Mary, pray for us and draw us nearer to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

Last week was a busy yet grace-filled and blessed time for our parish family. On Sunday, May 3rd, and Tuesday, May 5th, ...
05/11/2026

Last week was a busy yet grace-filled and blessed time for our parish family. On Sunday, May 3rd, and Tuesday, May 5th, we celebrated two sacred milestones:

First Holy Communion and the Sacrament of Confirmation with Bishop Michael Duca and Fr. Joseph Benjamin

We rejoice with each student as they continue their journey of faith and grow closer to Christ through these beautiful Sacraments. We are so proud of them and grateful for their instructors, sponsors, and parents who have guided them along the way.

May the Holy Spirit continue to strengthen them, and may God bless them always.

To view more photos please visit our website at

staugustinecatholic.net

Click the link below to watch Confirmation Mass with Bishop Michael Duca officiating
05/05/2026

Click the link below to watch Confirmation Mass with Bishop Michael Duca officiating

Please join the Most Rev. Michael G. Duca, Bishop of Baton Rouge for our Ritual Mass of Confirmation.

St. Augustine Catholic Church, First Holy Communion— click the link to watch live
05/03/2026

St. Augustine Catholic Church, First Holy Communion— click the link to watch live

First Communion Mass

Mandatory First Communion and Confirmation Practice:Saturday — May 2ndAll students/parent/sponsors are asked to be prese...
05/01/2026

Mandatory First Communion and Confirmation Practice:

Saturday — May 2nd

All students/parent/sponsors are asked to be present at the church for 10:00am

All First Communion candidates will do First Reconciliation shortly after, please reminder to practice Act of Contrition.

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809 New Roads Street
New Roads, LA
70760

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Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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