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The following offers the latest information about events and activities happening in the Diocese of Little Rock.
LRSS will no longer be a diocesan program
The Diocese of Little Rock released the following statement from Little Rock Scripture Study and Liturgical Press on Wednesday, June 19, 2019. "The Diocese of Little Rock, Arkansas, announces the sale of its groundbreaking and renowned Little Rock Scripture Study (LRSS) to longtime partner Liturgical Press. Little Rock Scripture Study and Liturgical Press have promoted biblical literacy in a partnership dating back more than 30 years. The change in ownership is effective at the end of June, coincident with the retirement of Cackie (Catherine) Upchurch ... More
Summer institute puts our faith into action
The annual Catholic Charities Summer Institute (C²SI) will be held July 7-12 in Little Rock. This event is open to rising high school freshmen through recent high school graduates who seek to not only learn about the Church's social teachings but to put them into action. During the weeklong summer program high school youth will "Investigate God’s Word in Life" as they learn about poverty, homelessness, the elderly, refugees, human trafficking, immigration issues, the protection of the unborn and care for God’s creation through classroom work and hands-on community service. ... More
Donate to help in recovery after flooding
Patrick Gallaher, director of Catholic Charities of Arkansas (CCA), released the following update on Wednesday, June 12, 2019, regarding CCA's response to damage caused by the historic flooding along the Arkansas River. "During the week of May 21, a ridge of high pressure built over the southeastern United States. In that week, 6 to 12 inches of rain fell in parts of the plains and Midwest, impacting northeast Oklahoma requiring dam releases from already high lakes. This resulted in widespread flooding, and produced record-breaking crests downstream along the Arkansas River. ... More
Submit upcoming events to our website
Are you planning a parish festival or school fundraiser and want to get the word out? If so, you are welcome to submit your events to this website. We list Catholic events in Arkansas where the public is invited. The following are examples of events we will list: parish, school, religious or any Catholic organizational events; Lenten and Advent missions and activities; conferences and retreats hosted by the diocese, parishes, retreat houses or religious orders; major parish or institutional anniversary events; or retreats, festivals, bazaars, fish fries, spaghetti dinners ... More
Promoters of consistent life ethic to apply
The Respect Life Office offers respect life grants to help support groups and organizations in the Diocese of Little Rock that promote a consistent ethic of life. Grants between $100 and $1,000 are awarded at the discretion of Bishop Anthony B. Taylor and are dependent on the availability of funds. Groups and organizations applying for a respect life grant are invited to reflect on how their mission and ministry promotes greater respect for the dignity of the human person and embraces a consistent ethic of life. The Pastoral Plan for Pro-Life Activities, from the U.S. Conference ... More
Bishop to ordain Dc. Miskin a priest May 25
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor will ordain Deacon Jon Miskin to the priesthood at 10 a.m., Saturday, May 25 at the Cathedral of St. Andrew in Little Rock. A reception will follow the ordination Mass in McDonald Hall. The night before, on Friday, May 24, a holy hour will be held for Miskin at 6:30 p.m. at the Cathedral. During eucharistic adoration and vespers, prayers will be offered for him and an increase in vocations to the priesthood and religious life. All are invited to attend these events. If unable to come, set up a notification on your phone to watch the ordination live. ... More
Friend to be ordained to diaconate May 22
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor will celebrate the diaconate ordination Mass of Joseph Friend at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 22 at Christ the King Church in Little Rock. Being ordained a transitional deacon is a major step toward priestly ordination. A reception will follow the Mass. All are invited to attend. If unable to come, set up a notification on your phone to watch the ordination live. Guests are also welcome to attend a holy hour for Friend at 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 22 at Christ the King. During eucharistic adoration and vespers, prayers will be offered for him and an increase ... More
Charities to apply for CCHD grant by May 31
Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD) at the Diocese of Little Rock awards a limited number of small grants to provide financial assistance to organizations whose efforts are aimed at serving the needs of low-income people. Projects eligible for funding can either be direct service-oriented, or aimed at institutional change. Applications are accepted without regard to religious denomination. Grants between $200 and $2,000 are awarded. Organizations seeking a local grant, may apply online through May 31. Grants will be awarded for ... More
