Saturday, October 24, 2026
Thank you for supporting the 2026 Deo Gratias (“Thanks be to God”) held at Saint Joseph Abbey and Seminary College.
The annual gala benefits Saint Joseph Seminary College, and supports our mission of preparing young men for the Roman Catholic priesthood and accompanying them in their discernment. We are grateful for your generous support.
It is because you stand with us that this gala is made possible.
Patron Party at 5 PM
Vespers at 6 PM
Gala from 7-10 PM
Thank you to our 2026 Patrons and Sponsors!
Thank you to our 2026 Patrons and Sponsors!
Diamond Patrons:
In Memory of Robert L. Simpson
A Friend of the Abbey
Steven & Mary Haller
Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth
Platinum Patrons:
Patty & Tommy Miremont
Msgr. Frank Giroir - St. Anselm
Verges Rome Architects
Gerry & Don Sustendal
Mike & Aglonie De Vincenti
J. Edgar Monroe Foundation
Bruster's At The Beach, LLC
Gold Patrons:
Lucy & Billy O’Regan (Class of ‘64)
Darr Orthopedic Institute
MSH Architects
Ken and Nancy Carter
Mr. and Mrs. Neal Hightower
Father Ed Grice
Brian T. Landry
In Memory of Deacon Rusty Read
Jennifer & Tim Rice
Silver Patrons:
Joe & Debbie Giglio
Deacon Jay & Nancy Frantz
Paciera Gautreau Priest LLC
Loree & Paul Bonin ('73)
Notre Dame Seminary
Rebecca N. Cole
Pierre & Karen Bezou
McKnight Artistry Hair Salon
Nash & Beth Johnson
Entertainment Sponsor:
Amicus Sponsor:
Hospitality Sponsors:
Business Sponsors:
Sustenator:
Thank You to our Silent Auction Donors:
Baton Rouge Perkins Rowe | Kendra Scott
Jim & JoAnn Lacassagne
Michelle Frey
Glenn Schiro
Friends of the Abbey
Houmas House Estate & Gardens
Lynn Meadows Discovery Center
Hotel Monteleone
Pelican Pointe Carwash
The Toasted Yolk Cafe
DiMartino's
Saint Joseph Abbey Retreat Center
Archbishop Hannan High School
Don's Seafood in Covington
O'Keefe Feed & Seed
Le Meridien New Orleans
The Westin Hotel New Orleans
La Carreta - Covington
Danielle Daigle
Gary Bonanno - Bonanno's Catering
Audubon Nature Institute
Peake BMW
Debra Loria
Karen & Pierre Bezou
Craig McMillin
Topgolf
Rick and Cathy Hood
Colors by Natalie
Roland's Art
Aucoin Hart Jewelers
Bra Genie
Just Picture It
Drago's Seafood Restaurant
Mossy Mix by A&H
Di Martino's
The Southern Curator
Columbia Street Mercantile
Kathy Kilgore
Jeff & Janine Rowell
Animal Health Clinic
Friend of the Abbey
Ms. Martha Swan
In memory of John H. Buras, Jr.
Luke Garland
Sandra Bonnet
Brooks' Bike Shop
Salvador Esposito
Northshore Empress
Anytime Fitness
Blue Bayou
Dr. Gumbo New Orleans Cuisine
HOTWORX Covington
New Orleans Food & Spirits
The French Mix
The English Tea Room
Buster's Place
BLVD Nutrition
Bear's Restaurant
Evergreen Tractor & Equipment
Empower Nutrition
Creative Cakes Bistro and Bakery
CafeTomas Mandeville
Crescent City Art
The Chimes
Rusty Pelican, Seafood Sippin Station
Carpool Caterer
Coffee Rani
Stone Creek Health Club & Spa
DeVibe Nail Salon
The Dakota Restaurant
Karen Van Zandt Art
Carl Calderone
Susan Lange Designs, LLC
Lori Sperier Art
BRG Hospitality
Mary Frank
Dr. Burkenstock's Skin, Body, Health
Vintage Beauty by Kimberly
M.V. Despenza and Dr. Lana Joseph
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The first 7 students were enrolled in 1891, beginning a remarkable legacy of priestly formation. That legacy continues this Fall when we will welcome 111 seminarians from 19 dioceses and 2 religious orders to our campus. 2026 commemorates the 135th anniversary of the founding of SJSC!
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Your patronage is far more than support for this single event, it is an investment in future priests, religious leaders, and faithful men who are preparing to serve the Church with wisdom, humility, and compassion. When you join with us in this mission, your generosity allows our seminarians to receive a rich education and formation rooted in the Benedictine values of ora et labora, prayer and work, as they grow in faith, academic excellence, and a lifelong commitment of serving God’s people.
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A delightful dinner will be provided for guests by Bonanno’s Catering!
Entertainment provided by
Four Unplugged - Voted the Northshore’s best band!
