The Official Newspaper of the Diocese of Little Rock
Teenagers have a problem with authority. However, there is a single authority that most teens, including myself, have the most conflicts with: our parents.
Our parents are a profoundly influential authority throughout our early lives, and consequently,... More 
Dear Dave,
In light of recent events in our country, do you have suggestions for things people should think about and plan for if they get laid off from their jobs?
Sam
Dear Sam,
It’s no secret that things are shutting down all across the... More
Jesus is known for using stories to teach his closest followers and the crowds who gather along the way. These stories of seeds and crops, banquets and simple meals, beggars and travelers, and blindness and deafness are familiar from a lifetime of hearing... More
Dear Dave,
I went through a divorce a couple of months ago, and I’m not sure what to do next. I received custody of our kids, ages 13 and 15, plus I have a good job and I got the house in the settlement. It’s a nice, simple home, but it’s... More
Dear Dave,
My husband passed away last year at just 45 years old. We always tried to be careful with our money, and we were in good enough shape financially that I paid for his funeral with cash. A few days ago, I started getting letters from the funeral... More
The start of a new year signals the start of intentional goals that aim to revive and replenish the mind and soul. We are called to take this opening chapter as an opportunity to center our lives around the one thing that can truly refresh our souls,... More
Dear Dave,
I’m beginning to think we got in over our heads with our house. My wife and I make about $125,000 a year combined, but we’ve never been able to put anything aside for an emergency fund. Our mortgage payment is 35 percent of our... More
When I heard the news that Msgr. Francis Malone was chosen to be the next bishop of Shreveport, I was so excited. What a historical moment, a priest from our diocese, the Diocese of Little Rock, selected as a bishop.
I thought how well merited this... More
Dear Dave,
I’m trying very hard to get out of debt. I have my beginner emergency fund in place, and I’m living on a monthly budget. Is it OK to include a little wallet cash in my budget at this point, just in case?
Andrew
Dear Andrew,
It’s... More
School is back in session and now begins the quick countdown to graduations. For us high school seniors, this may be the most daunting semester of our lives. Every day we face another major life decision, and the time for choosing our futures is quickly... More
