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About the Diocese
Bishop J. Douglas Deshotel
Past Bishops
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History of the Diocese
Religious Brothers and Sisters
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Make A Gift
Online Parish Offertory Giving
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Disclosure List-Priests and Deacons Credibly Accused of Abuse-Updated July 8 2022
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Pastor, St. Mary Magdalen Church, Abbeville
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