The Official Newspaper of the Diocese of Little Rock
This Easter, nearly 700 Arkansans are joining the Catholic Church from all across the state and all walks of life. Additionally, with the pandemic over, many churches, schools and communities are returning to celebrations as they did before. In this section, you'll meet new Catholics and see some of the events going on all across the state.
Just as Jesus removed the stone that sealed his tomb on the morning of the Resurrection, on Easter Christ alone "has the power to roll away the stones that block the path to life" and which trap humanity in war and injustice, Pope Francis said.
Through his resurrection, Jesus opens "those doors that continually we shut with the wars spreading throughout the world," he said after celebrating Easter Mass in St. Peter's Square March 31. "Only More... 
Sometimes, when Protestant students attend parochial school, they feel the Holy Spirit lead them to enter the Catholic Church. With more than 650 Arkansans preparing to enter the Church this Easter season, three students shared their faith journeys as they prepare to become Catholic.
John Bohannon
Catholic High School, Little Rock
John Bohannon, a senior at Catholic High School in Little Rock, was raised Methodist but has attended Catholic schools his whole life. He said he originally fell More...
During the Easter Vigil Mass, 685 people will enter the Church through baptism or by making a profession of faith. The elect, formerly known as catechumen, have not been baptized. They will receive baptism, confirmation and first Communion. Candidates are Christians who are seeking full communion in the Church and will make a profession of faith and also be confirmed and receive first Communion.
Elect
Barling
Sacred Heart of Mary
Charla Roberson
Irene Smith
Batesville
St. Mary
Fari Magali Bravo-Fuentes
Liam Michael Owen
Marvin Leonel Girón
Noah More...
This year, 685 people are entering the Catholic Church in Arkansas. Several of these candidates and elect shared with Arkansas Catholic why they’re joining the Church. There were so many responses that we couldn’t fit them all in our printed paper — so we’ve included them here. Enjoy these testimonies from soon-to-be Catholics about their faith journeys.
“Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.”
Matthew 4:19
“I’ve always been drawn to the Catholic Church and More...
Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy. Consult the parish for potential changes.
Key:
S - Spanish
B - Bilingual
F - Filipino
L - Latin
V - Vietnamese
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St. Mary
Holy Thursday: 7 p.m.
Good Friday: 7 p.m.
Holy Saturday: 8 p.m.
Easter Sunday: 9 a.m.
ARKADELPHIA
St. Mary
Holy Thursday: 7 p.m. (B)
Good Friday: 7 p.m. (B)
Holy Saturday: 7 p.m. (B)
Easter Sunday: 9 a.m. & 2 p.m. (S)
ASHDOWN
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
Contact parish for schedule
ATKINS
Church of the Assumption
Holy Thursday: 5:30 p.m.
Good Friday: 3 p.m.
Holy Saturday: 8 More...
Some parishes are offering adoration, Stations of the Cross, confessions, blessing of Easter baskets and Easter egg hunts during Holy Week.
Adoration on Holy Thursday
Bella Vista: St. Bernard, 8-9 p.m.
Charleston: Sacred Heart, 8 p.m.-midnight
De Queen: St. Barbara, 8 p.m.-midnight
Harrison: Mary Mother of God, 6:30 p.m.-midnight
Hope: Our Lady of Good Hope, 8 p.m. Thursday-noon Good Friday
Jacksonville: Holy Family, 6-8 p.m.
Little Rock: Our Lady of the Holy Souls, 8 p.m.-midnight
North Little Rock: Immaculate Heart of Mary (Marche), 8 More...
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