Nonco died on June 6, 1977—fittingly, on the Feast of the Sacred Heart, the devotion that shaped his entire life.
His witness reminds us that holiness isn’t reserved for clergy or religious; it’s the call of every Christian.
Servant of God Auguste “Nonco” Pelafigue, pray for us!
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Nonco’s missionary zeal lit hearts on fire.
He walked or rode his bike from town to town, teaching the faith, leading the Rosary, and inviting people to consecrate themselves to the Sacred Heart.
His life shows that every baptized person is called to share Christ’s love right where they are.
Marble mausoleum niche of Servant of God Auguste “Nonco” Pelafigue, dated January 10, 1888 – June 6, 1977. A small oval photo of Nonco is affixed above his name. The niche is decorated with colorful artificial flowers, including sunflowers, pink blossoms, yellow flowers, and red roses, as well as devotional candles placed nearby.
Today, I had the grace to visit the grave of Servant of God Auguste “Nonco” Pelafigue in Arnaudville, Louisiana.
Nonco was a teacher, catechist, and tireless missionary who gave his whole life to spreading devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
(📸 Image: Nonco’s grave)
At her grave, I prayed for the seminarians of the Diocese of Lexington, for an increase in vocations, and for those still discerning God’s call.
It’s good to have “big sisters” in heaven who never stop praying for us!
Servant of God Charlene Richard, pray for us!
The Church calls her “Servant of God,” the first step in the canonization process. Many have sought her intercession—asking her to pray for them before God—and countless graces have been reported through her prayers.
A close-up of Charlene Richard’s headstone surrounded by vibrant flowers. The engraved text reads: “Charlene Marie Richard, Jan. 13, 1947 – Aug. 11, 1959.”
Charlene Richard’s grave in a cemetery, adorned with colorful flowers. A blue bench and walkway are nearby, and her headstone shows her name and dates of birth and death.
A white marble relief of Charlene Richard praying, set within a brick archway surrounded by trees and grass. The inscription reads “Charlene, pray for us.”
This afternoon I visited St. Edward Catholic Church in Richard, Louisiana, where Servant of God Charlene Richard—“the little Cajun saint”—is buried.
She was only 12 when she died of leukemia in 1959, but her faith and prayer in suffering continue to inspire.
Happy Thanksgiving! I hope everyone is able to celebrate with family and friends! I’ve much to be grateful for, especially the opportunity to serve as pastor of two parishes!
Paperbacks and hardbacks for me.
For a silent auction, several members of the English department at the college I attended each donated a book that changed their lives. I won the basket of books. My advisor contributed The Hobbit, so I read it.
