Pray St. Andrew Novena Nov. 30 - Dec. 24

We celebrate the feast of St. Andrew, the apostle on Nov. 30. He is the first saint to be celebrated during Advent, which is the fitting since he was the first of the Twelve Apostles to be called by Jesus. Advent is a season of joy and anticipation for the coming of the Lord. St. Andrew's example of this in evident in the Scriptures. After St. John the Baptist pointed out the "Lamb of God," to two of his disciples, Andrew, one of the two, heard John and immediately followed Jesus. He later went to his brother, Simon, and exclaimed: "We have found the Messiah." (John 1:35-41) More

Pray for U.S. veterans at Mass on Nov. 11

Father Daniel Velasco, administrator of Our Lady of the Holy Souls Church in Little Rock, will celebrate the annual Veterans Day Mass at 9:30 a.m., Friday, Nov. 11 in the pavilion at the Little Rock National Cemetery at 2523 Springer Blvd, which is about two miles southeast of the state Capitol. All are invited to attend. Because seating is limited, participants are encouraged to bring their own chairs. Catholic parishes and schools across Arkansas will also host programs to honor veterans. To find events in your area, contact the parish or school near you. More

Father James Fanrak dies Oct. 29

Father Gregory Luyet, judicial vicar, released the following letter regarding the death of Father James Michael Fanrak on Friday, Oct. 29, 2022. "Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ: With faith in eternal life that comes through our Lord Jesus Christ, I announce the death of Father James Michael Fanrak on Friday, Oct. 29, 2022, in Mountain Home, Arkansas. Father Fanrak was born to Thomas Francis Fanrak and Helen Theresa Potts in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on May 12, 1943. He attended Catholic parochial and high school in Philadelphia before going to Lewiston, More