The Jubilee of Hope celebrations in Little Rock featured a series of talks by local priests focusing on the theme of hope. Father Juan Guido organized the event, while Father Joseph Friend delivered a keynote address, discussing the evolution of…
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Sister Mary Christopher Flowers, OSB, died June 23 at age 92, after serving 75 years with the Olivetan Benedictine Sisters of Holy Angels Convent in Jonesboro. Her career in education…
MoreToday's Gospel emphasizes the metaphor of good trees bearing good fruit, illustrating the priestly call to self-sacrifice for the benefit of others and faith in God's promise of spiritual progeny.…
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Opportunity House in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, is undergoing renovations to expand its services for people experiencing homelessness. The center currently offers meals, showers, laundry facilities, case management, and addiction counseling,…
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Following the Supreme Court's Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization decision on June 24, 2022, 12 states have enacted complete abortion bans, while six states have imposed restrictions at various…
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The Diocese of Little Rock announced July 3 that it will be demolishing St. Joseph Center in North Little Rock after a fire March 19 caused major structural damage. The…
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A Pew Research Center study revealed that 52 percent of U.S. adults support allowing public school teachers to lead prayers mentioning Jesus, while 46 percent are opposed. Support varies significantly…
MoreBishop Anthony B. Taylor announced that Rev. Kevin Atunzu has been appointed pastor of St. Benedict Church in Subiaco and St. Scholastica Church in Shoal Creek, effective July 11. Rev.…
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The Diocese's School of Spiritual Direction resumed in 2023 after a seven-year pause, aiming to assist students in deepening their faith and discerning God's voice with the aid of spiritual…
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Sarah Robsdottir's novel "Joan of Arkansas" presents a modern retelling of Joan of Arc's story through the life of a teenage girl in Arkansas. The book, available in both paperback…
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Christopher Elser was ordained to the diaconate today, the last step before becoming a priest. He is now a servant of God's word, a minister of sacrament and charity, and…
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A co-ed Diocesan retreat, titled “Pilgrims of Hope Encountering Jesus,” will be held Sept. 5-7 at Subiaco Abbey. This retreat fills quickly so do not delay in registering. The retreat…
MoreOn Sunday, June 29, members of St. Paul Parish in Pocahontas gathered to honor Jennifer Nichols on her retirement as parish secretary. She has served the parish for 19 years,…
MoreWilma Ann Wren, 88, a member of the St. John the Baptist Church in Engelberg, died May 9. She is survived by one son, Steve Wren of Pocahontas; three daughters,…
MorePatrick Dewayne Shaw, a teacher and vice principal in schools across Little Rock and Washington, D.C., died April 19 at the age of 60. Born and raised in Little Rock,…
MoreIf I had to choose between a wounded church that goes out on to the streets and a sick, withdrawn church, I would definitely choose the first one.
- Pope Francis