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Seek healing after abortion; attend retreat
Are you suffering from a past abortion? You are not alone. Take time to heal at this Day of Prayer and Healing Retreat for women, Saturday, Dec. 7 in Jonesboro from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This free retreat offers a safe, confidential, non-judgmental space for women to begin or continue their journey to hope and healing. The exact location is only disclosed to participants. This retreat is Catholic in nature, but all are welcome. Women who have walked this journey are ready to accompany you to new life and hope with the Lord. It is sponsored by Project Rachel, a ministry of the diocese's ... More
Veterans Day Mass to honor our vets Nov. 11
Father Bhaskar Malapolu, associate pastor of Our Lady of the Holy Souls Church in Little Rock, will celebrate the annual Veterans Day Mass at 9 a.m., Monday, Nov. 11 in the pavilion at the Little Rock National Cemetery at 2523 Springer Blvd, which is about one-half mile off of Roosevelt Road and I-30. All are invited to attend. Because seating is limited, participants are encouraged to bring their own chairs. The Knights of Columbus color corps will present the colors. Patriotic songs will be sung and taps will be played following the Mass. Catholic parishes and schools across ... More
Count your blessings this Thanksgiving
As we prepare to gather with family and friends to celebrate Thanksgiving, we take part in a tradition that began in 1621 when Gov. Bradford of the Plymouth colony called for a day of public praise and prayer to celebrate the first harvest. This came after many setbacks and hardships had plagued the first settlers of the New World. The Catechism of the Catholic Church tells us that in addition to prayers of petition and intercession, we can also offer prayers of blessing and adoration, praise and thanksgiving to God. (No. 2623-2649) During this season of thanksgiving, we invite ... More
Bishop issues clergy changes Nov. 2
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor announced the following pastoral appointments, Oct. 31, 2024, for the Diocese of Little Rock. Effective Nov. 2, 2024: Rev. Martin Dara, appointed associate pastor of St. Joseph Church in Fayetteville and Our Lady of the Ozarks Shrine in Winslow. He is relieved of his responsibilities as associate pastor of the Cathedral of St. Andrew in Little Rock; and Rev. Manikyaraju Kotha, appointed associate pastor of the Cathedral of St. Andrew in Little Rock. He is relieved of his responsibilities as associate pastor of St. Joseph Church in Fayetteville and Our Lady ... More
Bishop to celebrate All Souls' Mass Nov. 2
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor will celebrate the annual All Souls' Day Mass at Calvary Cemetery at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2. It is located at the corner of Wright Avenue and South Woodrow Street in Little Rock. Get driving directions from your location. The main entrance is off of Charles Bussey Avenue. Mass will be followed by the blessing of graves and praying the rosary. All are invited. If it rains, the Mass will be celebrated at the Cathedral of St. Andrew in Little Rock at 10 a.m. For more information, contact Tricia Gentry, office manager for Calvary Cemetery ... More
Bishop issues clergy changes Oct. 18.
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor announced the following pastoral appointments, Oct. 18, 2024, for the Diocese of Little Rock. Effective Dec. 1, 2024: Rev. Emmanuel Torres, appointed associate pastor of Christ the King Church in Little Rock and St. Francis of Assisi Church in Roland (Little Italy) through June 2025. He is relieved of his responsibilities as associate pastor of St. Theresa Church in Little Rock; Rev. John Paul Hartnedy, appointed associate pastor of St. Theresa Church in Little Rock through June 2025. He is relieved of his responsibilities as associate pastor ... More
Create living memorial at Calvary in spring
Each fall, families and friends are invited to purchase daffodil bulbs to be planted on the graves of their loved ones in Calvary Cemetery in Little Rock. That way, by spring, the bright yellow flowers become a living memorial to all those who have been laid to rest in the historic cemetery. For a minimum donation of $20, cemetery staff will plant a group of five daffodils on the grave of your choice. (Five-bulb groups cannot be split.) Proceeds support the upkeep of the cemetery grounds. To order daffodils, download and complete the order form. For more information, contact Tricia Gentry, office manager ... More
Men's Day of Prayer, Healing to be Nov. 9
Have you lost a child or grandchild to abortion? Did you pay for an abortion? Were you her driver? Did you abandon her? Did you have no say in the decision? Were you unable to protect your baby? Did you marry a woman who had an abortion in her past and think it wouldn’t affect your relationship? Or perhaps you’re fine. Would you come help a brother who is still hurting? Abortion hurts men too. Find hope, help and healing at the Day of Prayer and Healing Retreat for Men Saturday, Nov. 9 in Little Rock. Participation is strictly confidential. The exact location ... More
