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Arkansas Catholic takes a look back on the biggest newsmakers and most inspirational stories of 2015. In this section, you'll find top stories for the year and article links to read the ones you missed. Here's to another blessed year of dedicated readership to Arkansas Catholic.
Catholics around the state and worldwide were filled with hope in 2015. It was not the hope that comes out of positive situations because like most years, the imperfect world experienced much evil and darkness. But it was a hope that comes from God. A hope in safe travels for Pope Francis who spread Jesus’ message globally, a hope that people would put the needs of their fellow man before their own agendas and a More... 
In his eternal light
Father Venantius ‘Vincent’ Preske, 91, retired pastor at St. Mary of the Mount Church in Horseshoe Bend with a mission in Cherokee Village, St. Anthony Church in Weiner and St. Norbert Church in Marked Tree; Nov. 9
Sister Marie Rose DeSalvo, OSB, 91, taught 26 years in Catholic schools; Aug. 8
Deacon Kirke Herman, 87, ordained as one of the first two black permanent deacons in the Diocese of Little Rock; Oct. 18
Father Victor More...
Top quotes from Pope Francis' Laudato Si'
God’s earth: “The earth, our home, is beginning to look more and more like an immense pile of filth.”
Our responsibility: “Everything is related. We human beings are united as brothers and sisters on a wonderful pilgrimage, woven together by the love God has for each of his creatures and which also unites us in fond affection with brother sun, sister moon, brother river and mother earth.”
Tackling pollution: “We know More...
Winning directory photo honors Our Lady of Guadalupe
St. Paul says: How does the Bible define love?
6 steps to getting married in Diocese of Little Rock
Most frequently asked questions on Catholic marriage