With God’s Help – Ep. 02 (Br. Angel Gabriel Roque, BSG)

Join Bishop Shannon Duckworth and Br. Angel Gabriel Roque, BSG for a thought-provoking conversation inspired by this question from the Baptismal Covenant: “Will you persevere in resisting evil, and, whenever you fall into sin, repent and return to the Lord?” Together,...

With God’s Help – Ep. 01 (with Rev. Ed Bacon)

 Join Bishop Shannon Duckworth and Rev. Ed Bacon for an engaging conversation that delves into choosing love over fear, being part of a faith community, and the power of centering prayer. In this episode, they offer thoughtful reflections and practical wisdom on...

Easter Message 2025

In her Easter message, Bishop Duckworth shares a meaningful letter from a young person preparing for Confirmation. Bishop challenges herself—and all of us—to continue to grow in relationship with God and to be open to where that leads. Happy Easter!

Bishop Duckworth’s Address to the 186th Annual Convention

Convention AddressOctober 28. 2023St. Martin’s Episcopal School My friends, it is so good to be here with you and I officially welcome you to the 186th convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana.  Almost a year ago, during my ordination...

Joyful June: Good Work Happening in the Diocese

Happy Pentecost!  It is hard for me to believe that 6 months have passed since my ordination and consecration as the 12th bishop of Louisiana. And, what a wonderful whirlwind it has been!  The time has been filled with blessings that are hard to describe and...

Who is My Neighbor? Join us for this Lenten Reflection Series.

Dear friends, Who’s my neighbor? This is a question we will explore these holy 40 days using Episcopal Relief & Development’s Lenten meditation series. We give you this resource for daily prayer, for use in your churches, or in whatever way fits best....

Go. Love. Move.

by the Rt. Rev. Shannon Rogers Duckworth “Please take care of yourself, and each other.” This is the signoff used by Lester Holt at the end of every broadcast of the Nightly News. It is a simple phrase, but one that carries tremendous weight and...

Bishop Duckworth’s 2022 Christmas Message

As we move more deeply into this holy season, I am so aware that the rhythm of life and ministry in the Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana beats strongly; and I am grateful for each unique expression of Christ’s love in our parishes, schools and communities of faith. My...