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Bishop issues clergy changes April 5
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor announced the following pastoral appointments, April 5, 2024, for the Diocese of Little Rock. Effective June 1: Joel Brackett, to be ordained to the transitional diaconate May 15, appointed to serve as deacon of St. Theresa Church in Little Rock during the summer 2024. Effective June 17: Rev. John K. Antony, JCL, relieved of his responsibilities as pastor of Our Lady of the Ozarks Shrine in Winslow. He remains pastor of Immaculate Conception Church in Fort Smith; Rev. Balaraju Akkala, relieved of his responsibilities as associate pastor of Our Lady ... More
Mass for sex abuse survivors to be April 14
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor will celebrate the annual Mass for Hope and Healing for survivors of child sexual abuse Sunday, April 14, at 5:30 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. Andrew in Little Rock. Anyone who wishes to pray for victims, their families and friends is welcome to attend. The Mass is being held in April for National Child Abuse Prevention Month, which is dedicated to raising awareness of and preventing child abuse (whether sexual, physical or emotional). This event is sponsored by Safe Environment Program of the Diocese of Little Rock. For more information, contact ... More
Bishop issues clergy changes March 22
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor announced the following pastoral appointments, March 22, 2024, for the Diocese of Little Rock. Effective April 8: Rev. Martin Dara, a priest of the Diocese of Nellore, appointed associate pastor of the Cathedral of St. Andrew in Little Rock; and Rev. Kiran Kishore Ingilela, a priest of the Diocese of Nellore, appointed associate pastor of Sacred Heart Church in Morrilton and St. Elizabeth Church in Oppelo. Effective May 1: Rev. Mauricio Carrasco appointed prefect of the House of Formation in Little Rock. He is relieved of his responsibilities as pastor of ... More
Bishop addresses 'white flag' comments
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor issued the following statement, March 25, 2024, regarding Pope Francis’ “white flag” comments March 9, 2024. "Not a few people were perplexed by Pope Francis’ comment in an interview with Swiss broadcaster RSI, taken out of context that Ukraine should have what he called the courage of the 'white flag' and negotiate an end to its war with Russia. The way the comment unfolded was as follows: In the interview, Pope Francis was asked for his position on a debate between 1.) those who say Ukraine should give up its fight — fly a white flag ... More
2024 Ignatian Silent Retreat is April 11-14
Deepen your friendship with the Lord in sacred stillness and quiet through the 2024 Ignatian Silent Directed Retreat April 11-14 at St. John Catholic Center in Little Rock. The retreat fee is $325. This includes accommodations for three nights, all meals and daily, individual spiritual direction. Space is limited. Register as soon as possible to secure participation. Those who register after registration is filled will be put on a waiting list. To register, download and return the registration form with non-refundable deposit of $75 or the total fee to the address provided on the form. ... More
Donate now to help Afghan refugees
Catholic Charities of Arkansas (CCA) is currently assisting 99 Afghan refugees as part of a national response to the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan after the Taliban seized control in August 2021. Ken Bohac is serving as a case manager for Afghan cases for CCA's Refugee Resettlement Office. "Our office continues to work with Afghans who arrived in 2021 and 2022. Our goal is for each individual to reach self-sufficiency and live a stable joyful life in the United States of America. In the meantime, we do expect more Afghans to arrive who we will also work with ... More
Register now for 2024 youth convention
The 72nd annual Catholic Youth Convention will be held April 5-7 at Robinson Center and the DoubleTree Hotel in Little Rock. This year's keynote presentation will be provided by Brad Farmer and Gene Monterastelli of Apex Ministries of Brooklyn, New York. They use a style defined as "Christian Vaudeville." This includes juggling, sketch comedy and personal testimony. This year's theme is "Victory." The conference is open to high school youth in grades 9-12. The cost is $140 plus hotel fee per person and parking. Scholarships are available upon request. ... More
Come, see about priesthood in Little Rock
The next Come and See Priesthood Discernment Retreat will be held Saturday, March 9 at St. John Catholic Center in Little Rock. Rooted in prayer and to include hiking, talks, discussion and Mass, this retreat aims to provide a living encounter with Christ to explore diocesan priesthood. It is open to single men ages 16 and older. The retreat will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. in Fletcher Hall. There is no cost to attend. Meals and snacks will be provided. Overnight accommodations and transportation can be arranged if needed. Activities will be offered in English and Spanish. ... More
