When & Where:

• Dates: November 23 & 24 (the weekend before Thanksgiving)
• Location: Narthex of Mary, Queen of Peace Catholic Church
• Times:
  • Saturday, November 23: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
  • Sunday, November 24: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM

How You Can Get Involved:

1. Bake for the Sale.

• Sign up to donate a baked good: We need cakes, pies, cookies, breads, muffins, and more! If you enjoy baking or want to share a family recipe, this is a wonderful way to participate.
• How to sign up: CLICK HERE to the online sign-up form or provide details on where to find the in-person sign-up sheet. You can also sign-up on the paper form in the Narthex.

3. Volunteer. We need help setting up, selling items, and cleaning up. Sign up to be part of our volunteer team! More information is coming soon.
4. Donate, Buy, and Share.

• Click Here to donate online to this Bake Sale.
  • Enter your donation amount.
  • Select 'Bake Sale: Vocations' from the drop-down menu.
  • Enter your card information.
• Buy an extra dessert for your Thanksgiving gathering.
• Buy two additional desserts to give to loved ones who are unable to gather with you.
• Share our social media posts to build support and activity!

Why Support Vocations?

Supporting vocations is essential for the growth and vitality of our Catholic Church. Priests, deacons, and religious men and women dedicate their lives to serving God and His people, providing spiritual guidance, administering sacraments, and providing hope and inspiration for countless individuals. By supporting vocations, we ensure that future generations will continue to have access to these vital ministries, allowing the Church to thrive and respond to the spiritual needs of communities worldwide.

Vocations are a gift from God, but they require nurturing and support from all of us. The journey to priesthood or religious life often involves years of education, formation, and discernment. Many individuals feel called to this path but may face financial or personal challenges. By offering our prayers, encouragement, and financial support, we help remove these obstacles, making it possible for those called to answer God's invitation to serve fully.

Supporting vocations is an investment in the future of our faith. Every vocation story is a testament to God's love and a reminder that He continues to call men and women to be His hands and feet in the world. When we support vocations, we build a stronger, more vibrant Church that can spread the Gospel, offer hope to the suffering, and be a beacon of light in an often challenging world. Together, we can help ensure that those who feel called to serve are empowered to follow their path with courage and conviction.

Click here to Meet our Seminarians. 

Click here to learn more about Women Discerning Religious Life in the Shreveport Diocese.