In spite of the coronavirus and the devastation Hurricane Laura wrought on Lake Charles, The Ruth Institute will hold its Third Annual Rosary Around the
Lake in Lake Charles, Louisiana, on Sunday, October 11.
Due to a variety of unique difficulties, this year’s event will not be around the lake, but around the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception (935
Bilboa Street) instead.
Ruth Institute President Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse, Ph.D., said: “Between all the uncertainty created by the coronavirus and Hurricane Laura, we wondered
if it would even be possible to hold the event this year. But we decided that prayer is more important now than ever. Please help us show Our Blessed
Mother how grateful we are for the many blessings and protections she has showered on us.”
Morse noted that even though Lake Charles was devastated by Laura, “Both our Cathedral and the Shrine of Our Lady Star of the Sea were untouched. And
our clergy here in Lake Charles have made Christ in the sacraments present to us. We are truly blessed!”
Participants will assemble inside the Cathedral and recite the Joyful Mysteries at 2:30 PM, and then process around the neighborhood. Benediction and
recitation of the Sorrowful Mysteries will take place at an outdoor altar. The event, concluding with recitation of the Glorious Mysteries, will
be over by 4 PM.
A Solemn High Mass in the Extraordinary Form will be celebrated at the Cathedral at 5 PM.
Bishop Glen John Provost of Lake Charles wrote to Morse: “I wish to commend you for organizing this worthy demonstration of our faith in Our Lord and
His Blessed Mother. Please be assured of prayers and gratitude and looking forward to the event.”
As in years past, the Lake Charles event will be part of an international prayer event, Rosary Coast to Coast. This gathering involves tens of thousands
around the world.
More on Rosary Around the Lake: https://rosaryaroundthelake.com/
More on Rosary Coast to Coast: https://rosarycoasttocoast.com/
The Ruth Institute is a global non-profit organization leading an international interfaith coalition to
defend the family and build a civilization of love.
To schedule an interview with Dr. Morse, contact info@ruthinstitute.org.