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Arkansas eucharistic revival begins June 18
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor will begin the Diocese of Little Rock's observance of the National Eucharistic Revival by celebrating an opening Mass at the Cathedral of St. Andrew in Little Rock at 4:30 p.m., Saturday, June 18, on the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. Father John Connell, VG, will celebrate a second opening Mass at St. Vincent de Paul Church in Rogers at 5 p.m. on the same day to allow more people to participate from our statewide diocese. For those unable to attend in person, the bishop will deliver a recorded video/audio homily at all ... More
Eucharist is not a symbol: It really is Jesus
Historically known by its Latin name, Corpus Christi, this feast day highlights the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist, — Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity. The word "Eucharist" means "thanksgiving." It comes from the Greek "eucharistein" and "eulogein," which "recalls the Jewish blessings that proclaim — especially during a meal — God's works: creation, redemption and sanctification." (Catechism of the Catholic Church, no. 1328) On the night before he died, Jesus shared one last meal with his Apostles. During this Last Supper, "he took the bread, said the blessing, broke it ... More
Apply for Respect Life Grant by Aug. 31
The Respect Life Office offers respect life grants to help support groups and organizations in the Diocese of Little Rock that promote a consistent ethic of life. Grants between $100 and $1,000 are awarded at the discretion of Bishop Anthony B. Taylor and are dependent on the availability of funds. Groups and organizations applying for a respect life grant are invited to reflect on how their mission and ministry promotes greater respect for the dignity of the human person and embraces a consistent ethic of life. The Pastoral Plan for Pro-Life Activities, from the U.S. ... More
Bishop issues more priest assignments
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor announced the following priest assignments May 27, 2022. Bishop-elect Erik T. Pohlmeier relieved of his responsibilities as pastor of Christ the King Church in Little Rock, diocesan director of continuing education of the clergy, theological advisor, diocesan director of faith formation and diocesan director of permanent diaconate formation. He is relieved of his responsibilities as member of the following boards: Clergy Personnel Board, Presbyteral Council, and College of Consultors. This is a change to the previously announced appointment. ... More
Bishop issues new deacon assignments
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor announced the following assignments, May 26, 2022, for the deacon candidates who will be ordained to the permanent diaconate in June for the Diocese of Little Rock: Effective June 11, 2022: Dc. Ramón Argueta, assigned to minister as deacon at St. Joseph Church in Conway; Dc. Bobby Dale Bennett, assigned to minister as deacon at St. John Newman University Parish in Jonesboro; Dc. Garry Paul Boccarossa, assigned to minister as deacon at St. Joseph Church in Pine Bluff; Dc. Thomas Christopher Cannon, assigned to minister as deacon ... More
46 men to be ordained deacons in June
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor will ordain 46 men to the permanent diaconate in two bilingual ordination Masses in June. The first Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 11 at Christ the King Church in Little Rock. The second will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 25 at St. Vincent de Paul Church in Rogers. After their ordinations, they will serve in parishes across Arkansas. See the list of appointments for details. To learn more about these new deacons, visit Arkansas Catholic. These diaconate candidates and their wives are part of the ... More
Father Pohlmeier to be a bishop in Florida
The Vatican announced today that Pope Francis appointed Father Erik Pohlmeier the next bishop of the Diocese of St. Augustine in Florida. He succeeds Bishop Felipe J. Estévez, who has served as bishop of the Diocese of St. Augustine for the past 11 years and is retiring. A press conference to introduce Bishop-elect Pohlmeier will be held today at 9 a.m. (central time) in St. Augustine. The event will be livestreamed on the Diocese of St. Augustine Facebook page. Bishop-elect Pohlmeier, 50, will be installed as the 11th bishop of St. Augustine Friday, July 22 ... More
Bishop addresses St. Augustine diocese
Bishop Anthony B. Taylor issued the following statement, May 24, 2022, regarding Father Erik Pohlmeier being appointed bishop of the Diocese of St. Augustine, Florida. "To the people of the Diocese of Little Rock: As of noon, Rome time today (5 a.m. in Little Rock), Father Erik Pohlmeier has been named the next bishop of the Diocese of St. Augustine, Florida. He will be introduced to the people of his new diocese at a press conference to take place at 10 a.m. eastern time (9 a.m. in Little Rock). This press conference can be viewed over the Internet on Facebook live: ... More
