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Catholics should learn, discern and vote
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor addressed a letter to the people of the Diocese of Little Rock, Monday, Feb. 24, about the updated version of the document: “Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship: A Call to Political Responsibility,” by the U.S. bishops, "to help us better live our faith in the public square." Five new videos, in four languages, have been produced to help Catholics better understand the 53-page document. In addition, the bishops recently launched the "Civilize It: Dignity Beyond the Debate" campaign asking Catholics "to pledge civility, clarity ... More
40 Days for Life starts on Ash Wednesday
The international Lenten campaign of 40 Days for Life begins on Ash Wednesday and continues through April 5. In Arkansas, it is being held across the street from Little Rock Family Planning Services, the abortion facility located at #4 Office Park Drive in Little Rock. The prayer vigil is held each day from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The 40 Days for Life ministry highlights prayer, fasting and a peaceful, prayer vigil outside an abortion facility to pray for an end to abortion. Little Rock participants are asked to park at the Crafton and Tull building on Financial Parkway and Hermitage. ... More
Attend retreat to protect kids from gangs
Fuerza Transformadora (Transforming Force) is sponsoring a Spanish-language retreat March 13-15 at St. Theresa Church in Little Rock to educate parents about what draws kids into drugs and gang life and what they can do to stop it from happening before their children are old enough to join. Parents will be challenged to answer questions like: What vices are bringing harm to your family? What role does the father have in your family? What role does God have in your family? What is the responsibility of the children? What would you do if your child used drugs? ... More
Pre-Cana Day held throughout the year
Are you planning to get married in a Catholic church in Arkansas? If so, find out what you need to do by reading the Getting Married Guide. Because marriage is lifelong, the Church wants to help you build a strong, lasting marriage. For this reason, couples seeking marriage in the Catholic Church are asked to spend several months in marriage preparation. It is so important, that all couples are required to fulfill an educational program to marry in the Diocese of Little Rock. Options include: Pre-Cana Day, the Sponsor Couple program or some other diocesan-approved ... More
Register for CYM Convention by March 9
The 70th annual Diocese of Little Rock Catholic Youth Convention will be held April 3-5 at Robinson Center and the DoubleTree Hotel in Little Rock. This year's keynote presentation will be provided by Doug Tooke and Katie Prejean with special sessions on various forms of prayer. This year's theme is: "Rescued." The conference is open to high school youth in grades 9-12. The cost is $135 plus hotel fee per person. Scholarships are available upon request. Register though your parish by March 9. Parish youth leaders may register their youth by downloading ... More
Class for couples seeking convalidation
Convalidation classes are offered for couples who are married civilly (i.e., "outside the Catholic Church") and who wish to have a valid marriage recognized by the Church. Canon law requires that Roman Catholics marry according to sacred ritual before a priest or deacon, unless a dispensation (permission) is received from the Church beforehand. If a Catholic does not observe this requirement and marries outside the Church, his or her marriage is not valid. Couples who wish to have their civil marriage recognized by the Church are asked to participate in a special ... More
Celebrate Catholic Schools Jan. 26 - Feb. 1
Catholic Schools Week will be observed nationwide Jan. 26 to Feb. 1. 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. To learn how Catholic schools in Arkansas will celebrate, contact a school near you. The National Catholic Education Association's Many Gifts, One Nation: A Day of Giving to Catholic Schools campaign ... More
Is your marriage in trouble? Try Retrouvaille
The next Retrouvaille weekend will be held Feb. 21-23 at St. John Catholic Center in Little Rock. The weekend is followed by a series of 6 to 12 post-weekend sessions over a three-month period. It provides tools to help couples with troubled marriages to heal. The main emphasis of Retrouvaille is on communication in marriage between husband and wife. It gives couples the opportunity to rediscover each other and examine their lives together in a new and positive way. Separated and divorced couples are also encouraged to attend. To attend, register online at www.helpourmarriage.org. ... More
