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Bishop issues pastoral changes Jan. 30
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor announced the following pastoral appointments, Jan. 30, 2024, for the Diocese of Little Rock: Effective Feb. 1: Deacon Matthew A. Glover, JD, JCL, assigned to minister as deacon of St. Theresa Church in Little Rock. This is in addition to his current responsibilities as deacon of Christ the King Church in Little Rock and as chancellor for canonical affairs for the Diocese of Little Rock; Rev. Michael Kokoszka, FSSP, relieved of his responsibilities as associate pastor of St. John the Baptist Church in Cabot to continue his ministry with the ... More
Catholic schools in Arkansas celebrate
Catholic Schools Week is observed nationwide Jan. 28 to Feb. 3. Catholic schools will celebrate the week with special Masses, open houses and other activities for students, families, parishioners and the community. Through these events, schools focus on the value Catholic education provides to young people and its contributions to the Church, communities and the nation. "National Catholic Schools Week is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our Catholic school communities," said Marguerite Olberts, associate superintendent of schools of the Diocese of Little Rock. "The week ... More
Worldwide Marriage Encounter is Feb. 9-11
Worldwide Marriage Encounter (WWME) will be held from 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 9 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 11 at Coury House Retreat Center on the grounds of Subiaco Abbey. It is designed to help married couples spend time together, away from the distractions and tensions of everyday life, where they can focus on each other and their relationship and reconnect privately. There is no group discussion. The application fee is $200 per couple with an additional donation requested during the weekend to cover costs. Apply online, email Ben or Leah Brewer at apply@arkansaswwme.org ... More
Diocese to open at 10:30 a.m., Jan. 22
Because of the forecast calling for freezing rain and sleet in the early morning hours, the offices of the Catholic Diocese of Little Rock will open two hours late, at 10:30 a.m., on Monday, Jan. 22. If you need to reach a member of the staff before 10:30 a.m., visit our staff directory, which is listed in alphabetical order. Look for the name of the person you wish to reach and click on the red button under his or her name to send an email. Or leave a phone message by calling (501) 664-0340. He or she will respond as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience. For information about ... More
Diocese to reopen at 10:30 a.m., Jan. 18
The offices of the Catholic Diocese of Little Rock will reopen Thursday, Jan. 18 at 10:30 a.m., and will return to regular office hours, 8:30 to 5 p.m., by Friday, Jan. 19. The campus was closed Jan. 16-17 because of a winter storm. The Inclement Weather Policy was in effect for diocesan staff, and continues for those unable to safety return on Thursday, Jan. 18. To reach a member of our staff, visit our staff directory, which is listed in alphabetical order. Look for the name of the person you wish to reach and click on the red button under his or her name to send an ... More
Women, men invited to focus on faith days
Special days to focus on faith for women and men will be held at Christ the King Church in Little Rock leading up to the Lenten season. Both encourage participants throughout Arkansas and beyond to attend and will offer guest speakers, adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, reconciliation and Mass. The Women of Hope, A Day of Retreat will be held Saturday, Feb. 3, and the Arkansas Catholic Men’s Conference will be held Super Bowl Saturday, Feb. 10. Bishop Anthony B. Taylor will celebrate the Masses at both events. Register online now. ... More
Diocesan offices closed Wednesday, Jan. 17
The offices of the Catholic Diocese of Little Rock will be closed to the public, Wednesday, Jan. 17 because of a winter storm. The Inclement Weather Policy is in effect for diocesan staff. To reach a member of our staff, visit our staff directory, which is listed in alphabetical order. Look for the name of the person you wish to reach and click on the red button under his or her name to send an email. Or leave a phone message by calling (501) 664-0340. He or she will respond as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience. For information about Catholic ministries and programs ... More
2024 MLK Memorial Mass to be Jan. 13
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor will celebrate the 37th annual Diocese of Little Rock Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Mass at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 13 at the Cathedral of St. Andrew in Little Rock. During the Mass he will present the Daniel Rudd Award to a Black Catholic who is active in his or her parish and community during the Mass. All are invited to attend. This Mass is sponsored by the Diocesan Council for Black Catholics. For more information, contact Rosalyn Pruitt at (501) 375-9617. The bishop presented the Daniel Rudd Award to Arthur Martin, a member of St. Raphael ... More
