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Stations of Cross help with why of suffering
From the earliest days of Christianity, pilgrims have journeyed to Jerusalem to walk in the footsteps of Christ's passion on the road to Calvary. Tradition holds that Mary, the mother of Jesus, herself led by example in making daily visits to the sites of her Son's sufferings, death and resurrection following his ascension into heaven. More than 2,000 years later, Christians are still meditating on his crucifixion through what has come to be known as the Stations of the Cross. Also called the "Way of the Cross" or "Via Crucis" this private devotion has consisted of 14 stations, taken both from ... More
English Cursillo weekends return in 2024
For the first time in more than seven years, Cursillo weekends in English were held for men and women in the Diocese of Little Rock. A men's weekend was hosted in January and a women's weekend was offered in February. Deacon Rob Brothers, spiritual director, said the next weekends will be offered in 2025. Visit our calendar for dates and contact information. Cursillo (pronounced kur-see-yo) is a Spanish word meaning "little" or "short course." Cursillos de Cristiandad (short courses of Christianity) is an international, lay movement of the Catholic Church developed in Spain ... More
Bishop addresses state abortion petition
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor addressed the following statement, Feb. 12, 2024, to the people of the Diocese of Little Rock regarding an abortion petition being circulated in Arkansas. "A petition is currently being circulated in Arkansas to place an amendment on our November 2024 voting ballots that would change our state constitution to allow abortions until 18 weeks after conception. As bishop of the Diocese of Little Rock, I urge all Catholics and all people of good will not to sign this petition. During this campaign to enshrine abortion in our constitution, we expect that our media will be ... More
Pray at Lenten 40 Days for Life to March 24
"Only with prayer — prayer that storms the heavens for justice and mercy, prayer that cleanses our hearts and our souls — will the culture of death that surrounds us today be replaced with a culture of life." — Pastoral Plan for Pro-Life Activities: A Campaign in Support of Life, U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops... More
Bishop: Hot Springs priest requests leave
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor issued the following statement, Feb. 5, 2024, to clergy, religious, diocesan staff and the people of the Diocese of Little Rock. "I am sorry to inform you that Father Tony Robbins has requested a leave of absence for personal reasons, which will be effective Feb. 9, 2024. After that date, he will no longer have faculties to exercise priestly ministry. This leave of absence is in no way the result of any misconduct or wrongdoing on Father Robbins’ part, but rather is his own personal decision. I would ask that you respect his privacy during this ... More
Marriage in trouble? Let Retrouvaille help
Are you frustrated, hurt or angry with your spouse? Are you constantly fighting? Or, do you simply shut down? Have you thought about separation or divorce? Does talking about it only make it worse? Retrouvaille is available to help. This program offers tools needed to rediscover a loving marriage relationship. Thousands of couples headed for cold, unloving relationships or divorce have successfully overcome their marriage problems by attending the program. It consists of a weekend experience followed by a series of 6 to 12 post-weekend sessions over a three-month period. ... More
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
