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Bishop releases pastoral changes Jan. 12
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor announced the following pastoral appointments Jan. 12, 2021, for the Diocese of Little Rock. Effective Dec. 23, 2020: Rev. Chandra Ery, relieved of his responsibilities as associate pastor of St. Joseph Church in Conway and St. Oscar Romero Catholic Community in Greenbrier to continue his ministry in the Diocese of Superior. Effective Jan. 8, 2021: Rev. Maraiah Pasala, relieved of his responsibilities as associate pastor of Our Lady of the Holy Souls Church in Little Rock to return to his home Diocese of Nellore, India. ... More
Three MLK Masses to be held this month
Normally, Bishop Anthony B. Taylor celebrates the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Mass in January at the Cathedral of St. Andrew in Little Rock. However, this Mass, which was scheduled for Jan. 9 has been canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Instead the Diocesan Council for Black Catholics will host three smaller gatherings at the predominantly black parishes in central Arkansas this month. The first memorial Mass to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose national holiday is celebrated Jan. 18, will be held at St. Peter Church in Pine Bluff at 4:30 p.m. ... More
Bishop: Vaccines are "morally permissible"
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor released the following statement Dec. 21, 2020, regarding COVID-19 vaccines. “As vaccinations against COVID-19 have begun in the United States, some parishioners have asked whether it is morally permissible to receive a vaccine since all of the vaccines currently in use were developed with some connection to a past abortion. I commend these concerned persons for their careful consideration of this matter, but I also wish to be very clear here: receiving the vaccine is morally permissible. In fact, to be vaccinated against COVID-19 now is morally praiseworthy ... More
Bishop releases pastoral changes Dec. 17
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor announced the following pastoral appointments Dec. 17, 2020, for the Diocese of Little Rock. Effective Jan. 9, 2021: Rev. Keith Higginbotham, appointed associate pastor of St. Vincent de Paul Church in Rogers. He is relieved of his responsibilities as administrator of St. Louis Church in Camden and Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Magnolia; and Rev. Michael Johns, appointed administrator of St. Louis Church in Camden and Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Magnolia. He is relieved of his responsibilities as associate pastor of St. Vincent ... More
Bishop gives update after testing positive
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor posted the following update to his Facebook page, Dec. 15, regarding his condition after testing positive for COVID-19. "Just a quick update on my health: The Monoclonal Antibody Infusion I received on Friday, Dec. 11 really has made a big difference, and by Sunday my symptoms had improved markedly. My main symptoms now are just coughing and fatigue, which may continue for some time even when I am out of quarantine. Sincere thanks to everyone for their prayers and support." He posted about his positive test result to his Facebook page on Dec. 10. ... More
Come and See about priesthood Jan. 2-3
The next Come and See Retreat will be held Jan. 2-3 at St. John Catholic Center in Little Rock. Rooted in prayer and to consist of talks, group discussion, vocational videos and personal testimonies by priests and seminarians, this retreat is designed to help participants explore more deeply a possible calling to the diocesan priesthood. Masks and social distancing are required to safeguard against COVID-19. It is open to single men ages 16 and older. There is no cost to attend this retreat. Accommodations and meals will be provided. Transportation can be arranged if needed. ... More
Celebrate Our Lady of Guadalupe online
The feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe will be celebrated Saturday, Dec. 12. Normally, there are special celebrations to honor the Patroness of the Americas in parishes across Arkansas, but many have been canceled or modified to safeguard against COVID-19. Contact your parish for information about feast day events in your area. If unable to participate at your parish, the Holy Father and Knights of Columbus are offering ways to experience this feast day online from the safety of your home. In celebration of the 125th anniversary of the coronation of Our Lady of Guadalupe ... More
Bishop awaiting results of COVID-19 test
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor addressed the following message, Dec. 9, 2020, to the people of the Diocese of Little Rock. "At the advice of my doctor, I am in isolation awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test, which may be positive because since yesterday I have been experiencing symptoms consistent with COVID-19. At this time, I am not aware of any particular source of exposure for myself, but I got tested as a result of my symptoms and at the advice of my doctor. Although these last several days I have not had extended periods of proximate contact with the seminarians ... More
