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The 2010 Catholic Arkansas Sharing Appeal begins this weekend in parishes across the state. A recorded homily from Bishop Anthony B. Taylor will be played at Masses Feb. 6-7 in English and Spanish. Pledge cards will be handed out asking parishioners to meet this year's $2 million goal. CASA supports various diocesan, parish and school programs, including the Clergy Welfare Fund for retired clergy. New this year, CASA money will also be used to renovate the former chancery building, to be named The McDonald Center in honor of Bishop Emeritus Andrew J. McDonald who is seen here celebrating Mass in Morris Hall Chapel with retired Msgr. John O'Donnell Jan. 7 in Little Rock. Learn more |
Recommitment Mass for deacons is Feb. 6
The annual Diaconate Recommitment Mass and Day of Recollection will be held Feb. 6 at St. John Catholic Center in Little Rock. During the Mass, which will be celebrated by Bishop Anthony B. Taylor, deacons from across the diocese renew their diaconal vows and commitment of obedience to the bishop and to service.
Following the Mass and lunch, Father Erik Pohlmeier, pastor of St. John and St. Mary churches in Hot Springs, will speak and lead prayer and reflection for the deacons and their wives. The event begins at 9:30 a.m. and ends with evening prayer at 5 p.m. For information, contact the Diaconate Office.
Diocese to do immigration reform campaign
Catholic Charities Immigration Services will coordinate a diocesan postcard campaign to let Arkansas' representatives and senators know that Catholics support comprehensive immigration reform. This is part of a nation-wide effort led by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops' Justice for Immigrants campaign.
Maricella Garcia, director of the Little Rock office, said the immigration postcards will not be distributed the same as previous pro-life campaigns. Instead of handing the cards out during Masses, CCIS employees and volunteers will man tables after Masses at various churches in February and March.
All signed cards will be sent in a mass mailing to Washington, D.C. Fifty thousand sheets of postcards were ordered for Arkansas. Each sheet includes three cards, two for Sens. Blanche Lincoln and Mark Pryor and one for the parishioner’s representative. Supporters may also send postcards electronically through the Justice for Immigrants Web site. To learn more, read Arkansas Catholic.
Reader appreciation Mass set for Feb. 10
The staff of Arkansas Catholic, the official newspaper for the Diocese of Little Rock, is hosting a Reader and Advertiser Appreciation Mass at noon, Wednesday, Feb. 10 in Morris Hall Chapel on the grounds of St. John Catholic Center in Little Rock. All are invited to join the staff at the Mass to be celebrated by Bishop Anthony B. Taylor in celebration of Catholic Press Month. A reception will follow. Those unable to attend are asked to e-mail their prayer intentions before Feb. 8 and they will be offered up during the Mass. Please e-mail intentions to Malea Hargett, editor.
Event for couples seeking Catholic marriage
The Family Life Office will host a convalidation marriage preparation day Saturday, Feb. 13 at St. John Catholic Center in Little Rock for couples who were married in civil ceremonies and are being prepared for marriage within the Church. Couples considering marriage must have the approval of their pastor before attending. Topics include: the sacrament of marriage, family of origin, finances, communication, married intimacy, parenting in today’s world, spirituality and natural family planning. The cost is $50 a couple. To register, contact the Family Life Office or mail the registration form.
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What's New
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Lenten Recipes — Submit your top meatless recipes by Feb. 3 to Arkansas Catholic. Give your name, city for publication - Catholic Schools Week — is celebrated Jan. 31-Feb. 6. Read about our students in Arkansas Catholic
- Diocesan Confirmation Retreat — to be Feb. 7 for candidates unable to attend a retreat in their own parishes
- Pastoral and Finance Council training — to take place Feb. 7-March 21. Advanced registration recommended
- "Vocation: The Calling" — is the theme for the 2010 CCM Convention Feb. 20-21 in Little Rock
Special Features
Earthquake Relief — Mail Haiti donations to the Diocese of Little Rock, P.O. Box 7565, Little Rock, AR 72217-7565- E-mail Congress Now — Stand with U.S. Catholic bishops and get abortion funding taken out of the health care reform bill
- Universal Year for Priests — See USCCB Resources with prayers in English and Spanish
- Bishop Anthony B. Taylor
- Pastoral Letter on the Rights of Immigrants
- Follow him on Facebook or read his Homilies
- H1N1 (Swine) Flu Resources — includes a statement from the bishop and links to current information
- The Living Voice of the Old Testament — A six-part series by Little Rock Scripture Study
Calendar of Events
Submit an Event- Feb. 12: Mardi Gras Party
- Feb. 12: Seafood Supper
- Feb. 12 - Feb. 14: Permanent Diaconate Formation Weekend
- Feb. 12 - Feb. 14: Worldwide Marriage Encounter
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