Arkansas Catholic

To look at Mike Thomas’ tweed jacket and leather shoes, you might not think he is a nomad. However, he travels across the country with his wife and children in an RV to promote the ideals of the Catholic Land Movement. arkansas-catholic.org/2026/1…

Randy Gomez has spent his retirement serving others. Now, the Bentonville parishioner looks forward to serving even more people as the Arkansas president of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. arkansas-catholic.org/2026/1…

Today, the various conferences of the St. Vincent de Paul Society help those in need who call its hotline. Shelli Dominick, president of the conference at St. Anne Church, said they serve anyone living in North Little Rock and Sherwood. arkansas-catholic.org/2026/1…

Little Portion Hermitage in Berryville is about to get a little bigger. John Michael Talbot, Grammy-nominated Catholic musician and founder of the northern Arkansas Hermitage, announced that they have broken ground on a new Wellness Wing. arkansas-catholic.org/2026/1…

Pope Leo XIV emphasizes the transcendent dignity of migrants. Father Mike Johns views current mass deportation policies as violations of foundational principles in the U.S. Declaration of Independence and the 14th Amendment. arkansas-catholic.org/2026/1…

Jack Denery knows how to cap a high school golf career. The Catholic High senior took home the top individual medal at the Class 6A state golf tournament Oct. 7 and, with his Rocket teammates, took home the team trophy, topping the 6A field by 20 strokes. arkansas-catholic.org/2026/1…

Sacred Heart of Mary Church, the diocese’s fastest-growing parish, has launched a $5.5 million capital campaign to add 6,400 square feet to its existing 3,400-square-foot church, doubling seating capacity. arkansas-catholic.org/2026/1…

Anthony Mahfouz, 18, a senior at Catholic High School in Little Rock, spent his spare time trying to help his grandparents manage their daily lives despite memory issues. The result was a phone app, available for iPhones, Androids and other devices. arkansas-catholic.org/2026/1…

The German foundation of Engelberg and St. John Church was honored Oct. 11 at a centennial celebration. St. John the Baptist Parish celebrated the 100th anniversary of its current church building with Mass celebrated by Bishop Anthony B. Taylor. arkansas-catholic.org/2026/1…

Tom Elliott's newest book, “Deeper Tending: A Spirituality of Tender Heeding,” came from trying to answer a request he often hears from spiritual directees — the desire for something bigger. Something more. arkansas-catholic.org/2026/1…

The Mount St. Mary Academy class of 2027 gathered in the gym on the morning of Oct. 7. Sitting with groups of friends around breakfast plates, the class listened as six Sisters of Mercy shared stories of their vocation and listening to God’s call. arkansas-catholic.org/2026/1…

Sister Dorothy Ann Plafcan, RSM, a Sister of Mercy, died Sept. 28 at age 95. arkansas-catholic.org/2026/1…

In 2025, Burke Brackett made a crucifix for his son, Father Joel Brackett, to celebrate his priestly ordination. The decision grew and led to the creation of a woodworking shop, where Brackett now makes custom crucifixes. arkansas-catholic.org/2026/1…

“The Eucharistic procession gives public witness to how Jesus is present with us today,” Catherine Phillips, director of the Respect Life Office, said. “He walks with us. On a very human, practical level, our procession also shows how our Church comes together."

Game. Set. And the match for the second year in a row goes to Father Daniel Velasco, who captured both the singles and doubles championship titles at the Sixth International Priests Tennis Tournament Sept. 7-9. arkansas-catholic.org/2026/1…

Sister Kathleen Miles, a Daughter of Charity who served in parish ministry in Southeast Arkansas, died Sept. 23. She was 93. arkansas-catholic.org/2026/1…

From September to August 2027, the Diocese of Little Rock will partner with Holy Rosary School for the One Church initiative to help raise money for a modular building to be installed on campus. arkansas-catholic.org/2026/1…

At this year’s Mass, Bishop Anthony B. Taylor said during the homily that this Mass is designed to give legal professionals “the gift of the Holy Spirit … since the service (they) offer is sometimes difficult.” arkansas-catholic.org/2026/1…

A Divine Liturgy from the Ukrainian Catholic Church will be celebrated Sunday, Nov. 15 at 2 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. Andrew in Little Rock. arkansas-catholic.org/2026/1…

Join us in praying for Pope Leo, who was diagnosed with lung cancer today. arkansas-catholic.org/2026/1…