Katie Zakrzewski joined Arkansas Catholic as associate editor in 2023 after working in local media and the environmental sector. A member of St. Mary Church in North Little Rock, she recently completed her master’s degree in public service from the Clinton School.
Father Ruben Quinteros, pastor of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in North Little Rock (Marche) and St. Mary Church in North Little Rock, sits on the side of a rock face on Flat-Side Pinnacle in Perryville August 2022. (Courtesy Father Ruben Quinteros)…
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Father Jeff Hebert presents the seminarians at the Catholic Youth Convention April 6 at the DoubleTree Hotel in Little Rock. Father Hebert brings the seminarians to youth events, so young people have a chance to ask them questions and discern a vocation.…
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With his ordination into the priesthood days away, there is no shortage of things on Deacon Cody Eveld’s mind. But lately, he said, he’s been thinking a lot about his childhood. “I’ve been thinking about growing up and how much that affected…
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The Church surprised many Catholics with an April 8 declaration on human dignity. While the declaration, released by the Vatican's Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith and approved by Pope Francis, weighs the impact of many important contemporary topics, such as…
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Roland and Karen Ussery are a shining example of parishioners who work constantly to better their parish community. After 40 years of volunteering and helping at St. Mary Church in Paragould in various ways, the two are ready to spend more time…
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St. Bernards Healthcare announced April 12 new funds would allow them to expand pregnancy care for moms and babies in need. Founded and sponsored by the Olivetan Benedictine Sisters at Holy Angels Convent in Jonesboro, St. Bernards have provided health care for…
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Clergy and diocesan staff spent time in April learning about navigating same-sex attractions and gender dysphoria in the Catholic Church. Father Colin Blatchford, a priest for the Diocese of Knoxville, Tenn., addressed a three-day continuing education program for clergy April 16-18 at…
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You’ve probably heard a grandparent or parent say, “It’s not easy getting old.” But in spite of the numerous challenges that come with growing older, many seniors all across Arkansas are just as vibrant as ever when it comes to volunteering in…
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Denise Troutman has seen a lot in 30 years as principal of North Little Rock Catholic Academy. She’s seen the growth of her school community, the merger of two North Little Rock Catholic schools and renovations and construction. She has seen multiple…
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Five Arkansas schools are testing out a new religion program that is reimagining the way students learn about their faith. Cross Boss Media, a Catholic media company that provides faith formation through entertainment, has created a program to help children in second…
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