The Episcopal Diocese of Western Louisiana

05/02/2026

From Bishop Jake: When things fall apart...

Part 5: Resurrection and the Shaping of Our Hearts

04/29/2026

View Martha Elizabeth Odom's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

04/24/2026

Bishop Jake Owensby and Bishop Shannon Rogers Duckworth release the following joint statement on recent gun violence in Louisiana.

04/20/2026

Bishop Jake Owensby has released the following pastoral letter in response to the tragic loss of eight children in Shreveport yesterday.

The bishop and staff grieve the loss of these precious children, pray for all who mourn, and entrust them to God’s mercy, holding fast to the hope of the resurrection.

Email from The Episcopal Church in Western Louisiana   The Episcopal Diocese of Western Louisiana A Pastoral Letter from Bishop Jake on Shreveport Tragedy April 20, 2026 Dear Friends, Yesterday greet

04/03/2026

Good Friday is a solemn reminder of the death of Christ for the life of the world.

04/02/2026

Bishop Jake Owensby joined local clergy at Hope House in Shreveport for Maundy Thursday Eucharist, washing feet and giving shoes in Christ’s spirit of humble service.

P.S. The bishop never passes up a dog hug. 🐕

04/02/2026

On this Maundy Thursday, we remember the night Jesus knelt to wash the feet of his disciples and gave the new commandment: to love one another as he has loved us.

In bread broken and cup shared, in humble service and sacrificial love, we are drawn into the heart of Christ’s self-giving.

04/01/2026

Holy Wednesday invites us into quiet reflection—where betrayal meets mercy, and love does not turn away. May we walk this day with humble hearts, trusting in God’s redeeming grace.

03/31/2026

On this Holy Tuesday, we pause with Jesus in the shadow of the cross. His words challenge us, His love sustains us, and His path calls us to faithfulness and mercy.

12/17/2025

Wishing our diocesan family a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year. May the joy of Christ’s birth fill your hearts and homes with peace, hope, and love. 🎄✨