Leaders learn about Humanae Vitae, Theology of the Body About 60 parishioners from across the state attended the Respect Life Conference in Little Rock to learn from speakers including Father Richard Hogan, associate director of Natural Family Planning Outreach and a priest for the Archdiocese of St. Paul-Minneapolis, and Deirdre McQuade, assistant director of policy and communications for the USCCB's Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities in Washington, D.C. This year's Parish Respect Life Conference covered a wide range of topics including the impact of artificial contraception on society, the link between abortion and breast cancer and the Church's teaching on reproductive and end of life issues. Tips were shared on how to bring about "culture transforming conversations" regarding human life, and the Catholic responsibility to participate in political life was also outlined. More...

Wynne pastor records CD, travels as 'minstrel of God's love' Father Ed Graves, pastor of St. Peter Church in Wynne, has written and recorded a CD of 13 songs with spoken reflections. "Jesus is the original minstrel, he calls people to continue his song," he said. Ever since Father Ed Graves, pastor of St. Peter Church in Wynne, became a priest 16 years ago, he has considered himself a "minstrel of God's love." More...

More Top Stories From Arkansas Catholic   Pastor says he will continue Latin Mass while in Berryville Father Thomas Arackal started celebrating the Tridentine Mass weekly at St. Anne Church in Berryville in March. He originally hoped 25 to 30 people would attend the Latin Mass but attendance has been closer to 35 to 50 people. More...   School expansion Bishop Anthony B. Taylor addresses students, faculty, board members and others at Mount St. Mary Academy Aug. 20 before giving his blessing on a $7.7 million renovation and expansion project at the all-girls high school. More... Also in Arkansas Catholic's August 30 issue The following are among stories and columns that appeared only in the print and complete online editions of Arkansas Catholic. To read what you're missing, subscribe today. More...

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