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2022 jubilarian priest Mass to be June 28
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor will celebrate a Mass of thanksgiving Tuesday, June 28 to honor four priests who are celebrating 25, 50 and 60 years of priestly service in the Diocese of Little Rock. It will be held at the Cathedral of St. Andrew in Little Rock at 5:30 p.m., followed by a dinner reception in McDonald Hall. The public is invited to attend the Mass and dinner. Reservations are not required. Jubilarians are Father Henry Bordeaux, OCD, 60 years; Father Mark Stengel, OSB, 50 years; and Fathers Peter Le-Thanh Quang and Polycarp Ssebbowa, 25 years. Father Bordeaux will not be ... More
Get tickets now for episocopal ordination
Tickets to attend the episocopal ordination Mass of Bishop-elect Erik Pohlmeier must be requested by June 24. The Little Rock pastor and diocesan faith formation director will be ordained Friday, July 22 at St. Joseph Church in Jacksonville, Fla. Attendees can also choose to ride on a chartered bus from Little Rock and stay in a hotel room block secured by the Diocese of Little Rock. Tickets for those making their own travel arrangements will be mailed to them. For those riding the bus, tickets will be provided to you July 22. Submit your ticket request and pay for the hotel and ... More
Read diocese's Synod on Synodality report
The following report, "Synod on Synodality Synthesis for Diocese of Little Rock," was submitted to the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, May 16, 2022, to be included in the final report in preparation for the Synod on Synodality in 2023. Through listening sessions on the diocesan and parish levels, parishioners and others connected or formerly connected to the Church were asked to share their thoughts on the Church. The goal of the sessions was to truly hear concerns the faithful believe are facing the Church and what challenges they are experiencing in their family ... More
Arkansas eucharistic revival begins June 18
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor will begin the Diocese of Little Rock's observance of the National Eucharistic Revival by celebrating an opening Mass at the Cathedral of St. Andrew in Little Rock at 4:30 p.m., Saturday, June 18, on the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. Father John Connell, VG, will celebrate a second opening Mass at St. Vincent de Paul Church in Rogers at 5 p.m. on the same day to allow more people to participate from our statewide diocese. For those unable to attend in person, the bishop will deliver a recorded video/audio homily at all ... More
Eucharist is not a symbol: It really is Jesus
Historically known by its Latin name, Corpus Christi, this feast day highlights the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist, — Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity. The word "Eucharist" means "thanksgiving." It comes from the Greek "eucharistein" and "eulogein," which "recalls the Jewish blessings that proclaim — especially during a meal — God's works: creation, redemption and sanctification." (Catechism of the Catholic Church, no. 1328) On the night before he died, Jesus shared one last meal with his Apostles. During this Last Supper, "he took the bread, said the blessing, broke it ... More
Come and See about the priesthood July 9
The next Come and See Priesthood Discernment Retreat will be held Saturday, July 9 at St. Vincent de Paul Church in Rogers. Rooted in prayer and to include hiking, talks, discussion and Mass, this retreat aims to provide a living encounter with Christ to explore diocesan priesthood. It is open to single men ages 16 and older. The retreat will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. There is no cost to attend. Meals and snacks will be provided. Transportation can be arranged if needed. Activities will be offered in English and Spanish. Mail the registration form ... More
Permanent deacons to recommit service
The Minister to Deacons Office at the Diocese of Little Rock is hosting two deacon recommitment Masses in Little Rock and Rogers for deacons and their wives that include continuing education this summer. Bishop Anthony B. Taylor will celebrate the first Deacon Recommitment Mass at St. Vincent de Paul Church in Rogers at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 5, and the second in Morris Hall Chapel on the grounds of St. John Catholic Center in Little Rock at 11 a.m. on Sunday, July 10. A reception will follow each of these Masses. All deacons currently serving ... More
Apply for Respect Life Grant by Aug. 31
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. ... More
