DEANERY & DIOCESAN NEWS

CHRIST THE KING CHURCH WILL CELEBRATE… The Feast of Christ the King! They will kick off the celebrations on Saturday, November 23rd with a Holy Mass from 4 PM to 5 PM, followed by a short procession. Starting at 5 PM and running until 9 PM, they will be selling a selection of food to help raise funds for their capital campaign. With a variety of mouthwatering meals on offer, you won’t want to miss out! Plus, they will be having their traditional dancers, La Danza Zacatecana de Cristo Rey, and the live band La Nueva Imagen from San Luis to keep the event going. Come enjoy!

St. Boniface Church will host its Second Annual Christkindlmarkt on Saturday, December 7th from 10 am to 5 pm. Christlindlemarkt will have authentic homemade goods, food and fun! Fresh Homemade apple strudel, and delicious traditional German meals will be for sale. For more information see their facebook page: Saint Boniface Church Christlindlmarkt

Under the Rose Window…You are invited to be part of a breathtaking Christmas concert under the rose window on Friday, December 13th at 6:30 pm in the I.C. Church! Free admission, everyone is welcome!

Readership survey

Arkansas Catholic is conducting an online readership survey with readers of the print and/or digital editions. The survey will take about five to six minutes to complete, covering various topics related to articles and advertising in the diocesan newspaper and its digital platforms. All readers 18 years old and older are invited to complete the survey at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZPZ6ZZ3. One winner of a $250 Amazon gift card will be chosen from those who completed the survey and shared their contact information with us. No purchase is necessary to enter the sweepstakes. The survey will be open until Dec. 8. The winner will be randomly drawn on or around Dec. 10.

 Project Rachel “Day of Prayer and Healing”

The Respect Life Office, Diocese of Little Rock, will offer a Project Rachel “Day of Prayer and Healing” one-day retreat for any woman from the state of AR who is suffering from the trauma of abortion.  The retreat will be held on Saturday, December 7, 2024, in English, in the Jonesboro, AR, area from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.   Women can find hope and support from a trained team who are here to assist you in your healing journey.  Call or text our confidential help line at 501-663-0993 or email projectrachel@dolr.org to register.  All inquiries are strictly confidential, and the exact location of the retreat will be revealed to registered participants only.  This is a non-judgmental group, and we love you and are praying for you!  

One Church: Unite Arkansas in Faith & Mission—2024-25 Partner: Sts. Peter and Paul Church in Lincoln

The Holy Spirit is moving in the Diocese of Little Rock. As a Catholic community, we are called to help mission and rural churches where we can give a one-time financial boost to complete a much needed project. All of us joining together as One Church can have a lasting impact on a small congregation. From September 2024 to August 2025, let’s help Sts. Peter and Paul Church in Lincoln move from a converted storefront to their own larger church building. Please pray for this project and give today. To give or for more information:dolr.org/ one-church.

PERPETUAL ADORATION CHAPEL: New Adorers and Substitutes are always needed. For available hours, please call one of the coordinators: Laurie Hindman  479-629-4175 or Roxana Devora (Spanish)  479-926-3191 for more information. Please remember, due to allergies, fresh flowers are not allowed in the chapel. 

Catholics in Recovery Healing Retreat: Find help to overcome addictions and unhealthy attachments. Friday, Saturday and Sunday, November 1st-3rd at Subiaco Abbey. Register online at www.catholicinrecovery.com/events

(VHR) Virtual Healing Resource Gathering for November...Anyone suffering from the trauma of a past abortion is invited to join a virtual small prayer group and discussion meeting on Monday, November 4, 2024, from 6:30-7:30 p.m., and the topic is “healing relationships”.  You may join anonymously from the comfort of your own space. This gathering is hosted by Project Rachel, a ministry of the Diocese of Little Rock.  We welcome anyone from any area of our state who has been affected in any way by an abortion.  This non-judgmental group desires to assist anyone who is searching for peace and forgiveness.  Please call or text our CONFIDENTIAL helpline at 501-663-0996 for the confidential meeting link or email projectrachel@dolr.org.  We are here for you!

Men’s Day of Prayer and Healing...Abortion hurts men, too. Project Rachel, a ministry of the Respect Life Office- Diocese of Little Rock will be offering a MEN’S Day of Prayer of Healing for all men who have been affected in any way by abortion. Men can find hope, help, and healing at this retreat on Saturday, November 9, 2024, in the Little Rock area. (For confidentiality, the exact location is only revealed to registered participants.) Call or text our confidential line at 501-663 0993 or email projectrachel@dolr.org to register or for more information. The next Women's Day of Prayer and Healing will be held on December 7th.

ATTENTION LADIES!!! CHECK OUT NCCW!!! The National Council of Catholic Women (NCCW) West River Valley Deanery mission is to help women grow closer to Christ through faith, fellowship, and service. All women in the Deanery and surrounding area are considered members of the Council. . If you have any questions, please contact Jacqueline Phillips 479-651-3647.

ST. ANNE’S SOCIETY BINGO NIGHTS... Every Monday at Immaculate Conception Parish Center. Doors open at 5:00pm and games start at 7:00pm. The St. Anne’s Society Assistance Program provides Sebastian County residents assistance with utility bills. The assistance is granted based on availability of funds that we raise through donations and our weekly bingo night. Come join the fun!

I.C. GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP…It hurts to lose a loved one, but connecting with others can help. The newly formed grief support group at Immaculate Conception Church, Fort Smith, is designed to provide a confidential, safe, and supportive environment for individuals who are grieving. We invite you to join us regardless of how long ago your loss occurred. Grief group meetings are the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month from 6:30pm-8:30pm in the St. Anne’s Building 2nd floor. For more information, please contact the I.C. church office at 479-783-7963.

Holy Doors Pilgrimage…Arkansas Catholic’s first pilgrimage to Italy for the Holy Year sold out, but a second tour has been added to accommodate everyone who wants to participate. Father Brian Cundall, pastor of Christ the King Church in Fort Smith, will be the spiritual director for the tour October 29-November 8, 2025. You can experience Florence on All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day, plus stops in Milan, Turin, Orvieto and Montecassino. Pilgrims will have four days in Rome and walk through the Holy Doors. To sign up, download the brochure at arkansas-catholic.org/pilgrimage. Register by September 30, 2024, and save $100. If you have any questions, contact Kathy Primm at Sue Smith Vacations at kathy@suesmithvacations.com or 501-771-0987.

Ministry to Catholic women…Magnificat, a ministry to Catholic women, will host a breakfast called "Jesus, Bread of Life" from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, September 28 at St. Joseph Church Spiritan Center in Conway. The guest speaker will be Erin Pohlmeier, a wife and mother who teaches Theology of the Body at St. Joseph School in Fayetteville. Tickets are $20 a person. The deadline to order is September 24. For tickets, visit https://tinyurl.com/42kx2y65.

 "Do you realize that Jesus is there in the tabernacle expressly for you — for you alone? He burns with the desire to come into your heart ..." — St. Therese of Lisieux

PERPETUAL ADORATION CHAPEL IS OPEN 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Divine Mercy Chapel is located on west side of the St. Boniface Church office at 1820 North B. St., Ft. Smith, AR.  The Eucharist is the source and summit of the Christian life.  For more than 20 years, Fort Smith has been blessed with Perpetual Adoration in the Divine Mercy Chapel at St. Boniface.  Please consider spending an hour once a week with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament.  It is a peaceful place to pray, reflect, and receive God’s graces.  New adorers are always welcome!. Substitutes may sign up for daytime hours, evening hours, or overnight hours. Please call a coordinator for more information. Please remember, due to allergies, fresh flowers are not allowed in the chapel. Thank you. Coordinators: Laurie Hindman  479-629-4175, Bernice Wallace 479-806-6053 or Roxana Devora (Spanish)  479-926-3191.  

CHAPEL PERPETUAL ADORATION ĐANG MỞ CỬA! Chủ Nhật lúc 4 giờ sáng và Thứ Năm lúc 10 giờ sáng. Thánh Thể là nguồn mạch và tột đỉnh của đời sống Kitô hữu. Trong hơn 20 năm, Fort Smith đã được ban phép Chầu Thánh Thể vĩnh viễn trong Nhà nguyện Lòng Chúa Thương Xót ở St. Boniface. Xin hãy cân nhắc dành một giờ mỗi tuần một lần với Chúa Giêsu trong Bí Tích Thánh Thể. Đó là một nơi yên bình để cầu nguyện, suy tư và đón nhận ân sủng của Thiên Chúa. Những người hâm mộ mới luôn được chào đón và có nhiều giờ. Vui lòng gọi cho một điều phối viên để sắp xếp giờ thánh của bạn với Chúa Giêsu. Bạn cũng có thể coi việc giúp đỡ như một sự thay thế. Laurie Hindman  479-629-4175, Roxana Devora (tiếng Tây Ban Nha)  479-926-3191, Bernice Wallace 479-806-6053.

HEART TO HEART Pregnancy and Family Care Center:  Heart to Heart takes great pride in their loving approach in helping clients who find themselves facing an unplanned pregnancy.  H2H needs your continued love, support and prayers for the work they do in our community.  Some of the programs and services offered are: Free pregnancy tests, Medical, Adoption, Housing Assistance Referrals, Baby/maternity items, Confidential pro-life counseling, Life Coaching services, Job Coaching and “Earn While You Learn” Parenting Classes, “24/7 Dad” Men’s Mentoring, and Post abortion trauma programs. New Service:  Heart to Heart now offers free ultrasounds once client eligibility is met. Call Lauren Loum @479-434-2365 or E-mail us at heart2heart.development@gmail.com for details or to be a sponsor. 

Trung tâm chăm sóc bà bầu và gia đình HEART TO HEART:  Heart to Heart rất tự hào về cách tiếp cận yêu thương của họ trong việc giúp đỡ những khách hàng đang phải đối mặt với việc mang thai ngoài ý muốn. H2H cần bạn tiếp tục yêu thương, ủng hộ và cầu nguyện cho công việc họ làm trong cộng đồng của chúng ta. Một số chương trình và dịch vụ được cung cấp là: Xét nghiệm mang thai miễn phí, Y tế, Nhận con nuôi, Giới thiệu Hỗ trợ Nhà ở, Vật dụng dành cho trẻ sơ sinh/sản phụ, Tư vấn bí mật về cuộc sống, Dịch vụ Huấn luyện Cuộc sống, Huấn luyện Việc làm và Lớp học Nuôi dạy Con cái “Kiếm tiền Trong khi Học”, “24 /7 Dad” Men's Mentoring, và các chương trình chấn thương sau phá thai. Dịch vụ mới:  Heart to Heart hiện cung cấp dịch vụ siêu âm miễn phí sau khi khách hàng đáp ứng đủ điều kiện. Gọi cho Lauren Loum @ 479-434-2365 hoặc gửi email cho chúng tôi theo địa chỉ heart2heart.development@gmail.com để biết chi tiết hoặc để trở thành nhà tài trợ.

St. Anne's Society: As we serve our neighbors in need we find ourselves short of supplies. Please help us with our wish list: Toothbrushes, Shampoo, Clothes detergent, Toilet paper, Women’s hygiene products, Deodorant (Men’s and Women’s), and hand sanitizer. Please no bar soap (the have plenty at this time). Thank you for your support. Items may be dropped off at Immaculate Conception Church office.
St Anne's Society:Xin quý giáo hữu giúp đỡ cho người nghèo: Kem đánh răng, thuốc gội đầu, thuốc giặt đồ, giấy đi cầu, băng vệ sinh, thuốc xịt thơm chống mùi hôi cơ thể, thuốc sát trùng tay. Xin mang những đồ dùng này tới nhà thờ Đức Mẹ Vô Nhiễm nguyên tội (Immaculate conception)ở đường Garisson downtown.

DIOCESAN INFORMATION:

Diocese of Little Rock

Physical Address: 2500 N. Tyler St., Little Rock, AR 72207

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 7565, Little Rock, AR 72217-7565

Phone: (501) 664-0340

Website: www.dolr.org

Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Bishop Anthony Basil Taylor was ordained and installed as the seventh bishop for the Diocese of Little Rock on June 5, 2008 at the Statehouse Convention Center in Little Rock.

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