Several Catholic churches in Louisiana will hold St. Joseph’s altars open to the public on the weekend of March 18-20, 2023. The altars will offer various meals and items for donation. St. Anthony of Padua, St. Benilde Church, St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, and St. Genevieve will serve meals to the public on March 19th, while other churches, such as St. Cletus Catholic Church and St. Gabriel the Archangel, will donate their blessed food to shelters. Many churches will bless their altars on March 18th and host public viewings on March 19th and March 20th. St. Joseph Church & Shrine will host a prayer service and mass with food and cookies served in the gymnasium on March 19th, and St. Matthew the Apostle Parish will bless its altar on March 19th after its 9:00 a.m. mass with lucky beans, holy cards, and medals for sale. Mid-City Rock ‘n Bowl will collect donations to be forwarded to Ozanam Inn on March 19th.
If you are looking to experience the St. Joseph Altar festivities this year, you’re in luck. March 19th is celebrated worldwide as St. Joseph’s Day, with elaborate altars created at various churches across the globe, featuring plenty of food. Luckily, a list of all the St. Joseph Day Altars in the metro area has been compiled for you to visit and indulge in the experience.
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All Saints Catholic Church: On March 18th and 19th, 2023, before and after all masses, All Saints Catholic Church will be holding an altar in New Orleans. Donations can be made in exchange for St. Joseph Candles, Lucky Beans, and Prayer Cards. There will also be free Lucky Beans, Prayer Cards, and Cookies. All donations will cover altar expenses and support parishioners and friends of All Saints who are in need. The altar will be located at 1441 Teche St. in New Orleans.
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Archbishop Chapelle High School: On March 17th, there will be an altar blessing at noon, followed by viewing until 8 pm with the Rosary at 7 pm. On March 18th, viewing will take place from 9 am to 4 pm with Tupa Tupa at noon followed by lunch. Rosary and Altar candles are available. You can visit ArchbishopChapelle.org for more information about the event. The altar will be held at the Archbishop Chapelle Gymnasium located at 8800 Veterans Memorial Blvd. in Metairie. For more information, call 504.467.3105.
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Ascension of Our Lord Church: The altar will be held on March 18th and 19th, 2023 before and after all masses. St. Joseph candles, Lucky Beans, and Prayer Cards will be available for purchase. Additionally, cookies will be available for sale. The altar will be located in the Piovan Parish Hall, which can be accessed from the Church parking lot at 1900 Greenwood Drive in LaPlace, LA. You can call the parish office at 985-652-2615 for more information.
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Blessed Seelos Parish: On March 17th, noon-7 p.m., March 18th, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., and March 19th, the altar will be open for blessing after the 9:30 a.m. Mass until 2 p.m. with meals. The altar will be held at 3037 Dauphine St. in New Orleans.
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Brother Martin High School: On March 18th, 2023, there will be a Blessing of the Altar at 3 pm. The altar will be open to the public from 3 p.m. – 8 p.m. following the Blessing. Candles and blessed bags will be available with a donation. The altar will be held at the James B. Branton Chapel, located at 4401 Elysian Fields Ave. in New Orleans. For more information, visit www.brothermartin.com or call 504-283-1561.
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Cabrini High School: On March 18th, the chapel will be open from 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and on March 19th, from 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Meals will begin at noon, and donations will be dedicated to chapel roof repairs. The altar will be held at 3400 Esplanade Ave. in New Orleans and is sponsored by the Elenian Club. You can call (504) 483-8675 for more information.
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Divine Mercy Parish & St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School: The altar will be located in the Parish Nar
St. Joseph’s Day is celebrated by Catholics across the world, and many churches create elaborate altars featuring plenty of food. If you’re looking for a St. Joseph Altar near you, this list can help.
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Holy Family: On March 18th, 2023, you can find a St. Joseph Altar at 1220 14th Ave. in Franklinton, located in the Parish Hall. Blessing and serving of the Holy Family will occur after the 10 a.m. Mass of St. Joseph, and the public will be served afterward from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Immaculate Conception: The altar will be located at 132 Baronne Street in New Orleans from March 17th to March 20th, 2023. The viewing times vary by day: Friday, March 17th from 8 am to 4 pm, Saturday, March 18th from 8 am to 3 pm, Sunday, March 19th from 8 am to 5 pm, and Monday, March 20th from 8 am to 4 pm.
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Loyola University New Orleans: On March 20th, 2023, from 11 am to 4 pm, you can visit the St. Joseph Altar located at the Loyola University New Orleans Danna Student Center by Starbucks. The Blessing will occur at noon.
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Mary Queen of Peace: The altar will be held at 1501 West Causeway Approach Mandeville, LA School Cafeteria, on March 17th, 2023, from 5 pm to 7:30 pm. It will be open for viewing during the Friday Fish Fry in the cafeteria. For more information, contact Gayle Camus at 985-626-6977.
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Metairie Manor: From March 16th to March 17th, 2023, you can visit the altar at Metairie Manor Dining Hall located at 4929 York Street in Metairie, LA. The Blessing will be held on March 16th at 9:30 am, and the altar will be open for viewing until 3 pm. Donations will be accepted for a cookie. For more information, contact Zina Smith and Frances Monaco at (504) 456-1467.
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Most Holy Trinity: The Blessing of the Altar will occur on March 20th, 2023, after the 8:45 am daily Mass, followed by the Feeding of the Little Saints. The serving line will open to visitors at approximately 10 am. The altar is located at 501 Holy Trinity Dr. in Covington.
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Mount Carmel Academy: The St. Joseph Altar can be found at 7027 Milne Blvd. in New Orleans in Cafe Campbell (enter on Milne Boulevard). The Blessing will take place on March 17th, 2023, at 7:45 am, and the altar will be open for viewing until 5 pm.
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New Orleans Catholic Cemeteries: On March 18th, 2023, from 10 am to 2 pm, you can join the second annual St. Joseph’s Day Altar at St. Joseph Cemetery No. 1. The Blessing will occur at 10 am, and the public viewing will continue until 2 pm. The altar will be located in the St. Joseph Cemetery Memorial Chapel within St. Joseph Cemetery No. 1 at 2220 Washington Ave. in New Orleans. For more information, visit https://nolacatholiccemeteries.org.
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Our Lady of Guadalupe/St. Jude Shrine: The altar will be located at 411 N. Ramp
Discover St. Joseph Day Altars near you
St. Joseph’s Day is celebrated every year on March 19 by Catholics worldwide. It is a day of great reverence and devotion to St. Joseph, the patron saint of workers and fathers. Many churches and communities create elaborate altars adorned with food, candles, and other religious items.
If you’re looking for a St. Joseph Altar near you, check out the list below for some of the altars in the metro area.
Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church
Visit the Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church on March 18 at 10 am for the Blessing of the Altar followed by Tupa Tupa. The altar will be open for visitation until 3 pm on Sunday, March 19th. You can buy cookies and donate for memorial candles, blessed candles & oil, and holy water. Donations will cover the expenses of the altar and support the work of the Friends of St. Joseph, an apostolate to those in need in our local community.
Our Lady of the Lake
Our Lady of the Lake will open its doors for altar viewing on March 18 from 1 pm to 5:30 pm. Blessings and Tupa Tupa will be at 9 am on March 19, followed by feeding off the faithful until the food runs out. Donations to assist the poor may be sent to the parish office. Visit 312 Lafitte St., Mandeville.
Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church
The St. Joseph’s Altar will be open for public viewing at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church on March 17 from 5:00-8:00 pm, March 18 from 11:00 am-7:00 pm with Feast at 2:00 pm, and March 19 from 10:00 am-5:00 pm. Visit Vincent Hall, 1324 Moss Street, New Orleans.
Our Lady Star of the Sea Roman Catholic Church
Join the Our Lady Star of the Sea Roman Catholic Church on March 18, 2023, at 9:00 am for the Blessing of the Altar and viewing. Altar may be viewed after the 10:00 am Mass until noon on March 19. Meatless pasta will be served on that Sunday after Mass. Visit 1835 St. Roch Avenue 70117 In Church.
St. Alphonsus / St. Mary’s Assumption
Visit the St. Joseph altar at St. Mary’s Assumption Church on March 17 from 3:00 to 4:PM and 5:00 to 6:00 PM and March 18 from 9:30 to 10:30 and 11:30 to 12:00 NOON. You can buy St. Joseph Vigil candles and cookies. Visit 2030 Constance Street New Orleans, LA 70130.
St. Angela Merici Parish
Visit the St. Angela Merici Parish on March 17 and 18, 2023. The altar will be open on Friday from 6-8 pm, with a candlelight rosary at 7 pm, and on Saturday from 10 am – 7:30 pm. Blessing will be held on Saturday, March 18, 2023, at 10:30 am. Tupa Tupa will also be on Saturday, March 18, 2023, at 10:30 am, and meals will be served on that day from 11 am – 7 pm. Visit the Kern Center/Gym, the corner of Pomona Street and Beverly Garden Drive, Metairie.
St. Ann Church & Shrine
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St. Joseph’s Altars in Louisiana
St. Joseph’s Day is an important holiday in Louisiana, celebrated every year on March 19th. In many Catholic churches, homes, and communities throughout the state, elaborate altars are created to honor the patron saint of workers and to express gratitude for his intercession in times of need. The altars are typically decorated with an array of food, religious symbols, and offerings.
St. Anthony of Padua
St. Anthony of Padua Church in Luling will hold a Blessing of the Altar on March 18th at 5 pm, followed by a meal served from 5-7 pm. The altar will be open for viewing on March 18th from 5-8 pm, on March 19th from 6 am-6 pm, and on March 20th from 6 am-3 pm. Donations will be accepted. For more information, contact St. Anthony Church at 985-785-8885.
St. Benilde Church
St. Benilde Church in Metairie will open its altar to the public on March 19th following the morning Sunday Masses (9 and 11 a.m.) and will remain open until 5:45 p.m. Donations will be accepted, and small items will be available for purchase. The altar is located inside St. Benilde Church at 1901 Division Street, Metairie, LA 70001. For more information, contact the Parish Office at 504-834-4980.
St. Catherine of Siena’s Rosary Altar Society
The St. Catherine of Siena’s Rosary Altar Society will hold their St. Joseph’s Altar on March 19th from 9:00 am – 6:00 pm. A spaghetti meal will be served on March 19th from 11:30 am – 1:30 pm in the school cafeteria, and cookies and items will be available for sale. The altar will be held at the Melancon Center (1643 Metairie Rd). For more information, contact the Parish Office at 504-835-9343.
St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church
St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Destrehan will hold its altar on March 18th from 9 am-6 pm and on March 19th from 8:30 am-2 pm. Cookies, bread, and other items will be available for donation. The altar will be located in the Borromeo Room on campus at 13396 River Road, Destrehan. Please follow the signs on campus for directions.
St. Cletus Catholic Church
St. Cletus Catholic Church in Gretna will hold its St. Joseph’s Altar on March 17th from 6:30 pm, with a rosary, blessing, and viewing afterward, closing at 8 pm. The altar will open on March 18th at 11:00 am and close at 8:00 pm. Cookies will be available for donation, and food will be served from 11 am until it runs out. The altar will be held at 3600 Claire Avenue Gretna, LA 70053. For more information, contact Bill Landry at (504) 909-1685.
St. Dominic
St. Dominic Church in New Orleans will hold its St. Joseph’s Altar from March 18th to March 20th, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. each day. A solemn Mass honoring St. Joseph will be held at 5:30 p.m. on March 20th. The altar is located in the church at
St. Joseph Altars in New Orleans Area
It’s that time of year again – St. Joseph’s Day! And with it comes the beloved tradition of visiting St. Joseph altars in New Orleans and the surrounding areas. Here are some of the altars that will be open to the public:
St. James Major
Friday, March 17th immediately following 8:30 am Mass & a.m. station of the Cross (approximately 10 am) No Meals. St. James Major Church, 3736 Gentilly Blvd., New Orleans.
St. Jane de Chantal
Sunday, March 20, 2023 Noon – 4:30 pm, Viewing and meals are served to the public at noon until food runs out. St. Jane Hall 72040 Maple Street Abita Springs.
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church
The St. Joseph Altar will be available for visiting from 4:00-5:30 pm on Saturday, March 18, and from 8:00 am-4:00 pm Sunday, March 19. In Jonathan Hall at 11345 St. John Church Road, Folsom.
St. Joan of Arc
In the Family Life Center, blessing on March 17 at 9 a.m. Public viewing on March 18 from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. with Tupa Tupa at 11 a.m. and meals served from noon-1 p.m. and 5:30-6:30 p.m. On March 19, viewing is from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. with meals served from noon-1 p.m. and 5:30-6:30 p.m. (985) 652-9100.
St. Joseph Church & Shrine
Sunday, March 19, 2023 – 5:00-7:00 pm; Rosary & Prayer Service Monday, March 20, 2023 Noon -4:00 pm. Mass at 10:00 a.m., food served from noon-4:00 pm or until all food is gone; cookies are included with the meal. St. Joseph Gymnasium, corner of 7th & Newton Sts., Gretna.
St. Joseph
In the church, viewing is from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on March 20, with St. Joseph Feast Day Mass and blessing at noon. Meals are served after Mass. Donations will benefit various organizations in need. (504) 522-3186.
St. Matthew the Apostle Parish
Blessing at 10 a.m. with viewing and meals served to the public from after 9:00 a.m. Mass until 1 p.m. Holy cards, medals, lucky beans, and blessed bread are also available. 10021 Jefferson Hwy., River Ridge, LA. For more information contact: Kim Roberts at 504-236-0776.
St. Patrick
In the Family Life Center, open on March 19 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
St. Paul the Apostle
In the chapel, opens on March 20 with a blessing from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. No meals will be served.
St. Peter
In St. Mary’s Hall, blessing follows 8:30 a.m. Mass with viewing until 12:30 p.m. on March 19. Donations are accepted. (985) 886-0218.
St. Philip Neri
In the Parishioners’ Center, blessing at 9 a.m. on March 18 with viewing until 5 p.m. Children’s St. Joseph Story Time at 10 a
St. Rita in Harahan and New Orleans
St. Rita in Harahan is located at 7100 Jefferson Hwy., and visitors can view the altar after a blessing at 9 a.m. on March 19. Meals will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The altar will be available for viewing until 6 p.m. Visitors to St. Rita in New Orleans, located at 2729 Lowerline, can view the altar after a blessing on March 18 following the 8 a.m. Mass. It will remain open until 5:30 p.m. On March 19, it will be open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Mid-City Rock ‘n Bowl
Mid-City Rock ‘n Bowl located at 3016 S. Carrollton Ave. in New Orleans will be open on March 19 from noon to 5 p.m. Donations received will be sent to Ozanam Inn.
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