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R.C.I.A. (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) is for those who are interested in learning more about the Catholic Faith. The 2021-2022 R.C.I.A. Classes will begin Wednesday, August 25 at 6:00--7:30 p.m. in the Education Room of McDonald Hall. For more information about R.C.I.A., please contact Debbie King at 231-4193.

The St. Thomas More Society cordially invites you to join us for the 2021 Red Mass on Friday, October 1 at 11:00 a.m. at the Cathedral of St. Andrew. All judges, law professors and government officials are invited to process into the Cathedral at the beginning of Mass as we seek God's blessing and guidance in the administration of justice. Please email Hon. Milas "Butch" Hale if you desire to process into the Mass as a judge, professor or government official. There is no cost to attend the Mass. A luncheon will immediately follow the Red Mass at approximately 12:00 p.m. in the adjoining McDonald Hall.The program for the luncheon will be announced at a later date. The cost of the luncheon is $25.00 per person. Tickets may be purchased by emailing stmsarkansas@gmail.com

JERICHO’S WAY, a day shelter for the homeless, is in need of donations. Jericho’s Way provides approximately 30 showers a day for those in need in the community. It doesn't take long to run out of personal items and clothing they provide for clients. The current needs are: Men's Socks (any size), Men's White T-Shirts (sizes M—2XL), Men's Boxer Briefs (sizes M—2XL), and Travel Lotions and Conditioners. Thank You in advance for helping those in need in our community. For more information or drop-off location, please contact Janet Nelson, volunteer coordinator, DePaul USA/Jericho’s Way, 501-916-9859 (office), 501-412-5683 (cell), or email, Janet.nelson@depaulusa.org

Part of every church is a Parish Council which advises the pastor in his decisions. The Parish Council desires transparency in its works and so, the Cathedral’s Parish Council now has an email. Please feel free to email, parishcouncil@csalr.org, with your questions, comments, suggestions, and/or concerns. Those who are currently serving on the Parish Council are: Chuck Byrd, Chairman, David Martinous, Co-chairman, Larry Taylor, Secretary, David Bridges, Catherine Johnson, and Mary Kelley.

We welcome Fr. Joseph de Orbegozo as the Administrator of the Cathedral. Mark your calendars for Sunday, June 27 for Fr. de Orbegozo’s welcoming luncheon and reception. The luncheon will be held in McDonald Hall after the 12:05 Noon Mass. More detailed information will be in next weekend’s bulletin. Please plan to join us!

You are invited to an Organ Recital Friday, June 18 at 7:30 p.m. in the Cathedral. The recitalist, Alden Wright, is a recent graduate of the prestigious Eastman School of Music in Rochester, New York. Alden is playing a program of works by Edward Elgar, Percy Whitlock, César Franck, J.S. Bach, Calvin Hampton, and Maurice Duruflé. This concert is sponsored by the Central Arkansas Chapter of the American Guild of Organists. All are welcome to this free concert! A reception will follow in McDonald Hall. We hope you will join us for an evening of wonderful organ music on the Cathedral's 1992 Nichols & Simpson Organ. 3

A Mass of Thanksgiving will be concelebrated at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 29 at the Cathedral of St. Andrew to honor Rev. John Oswald (60 years), Rev. Joseph Pallo (60 years), Rev. James Fanrak (50 years), Rev. John K. Antony, JCL (25 years), Rev. Eric Groner (25 years), Rev. John Lewandowski (25 years), and Rev. James Ibeh, CSSp (25 years) on their anniversary of priestly ordination. Senior priests will be honored during this Mass as well.A dinner reception will follow in McDonald Hall that is open to everyone. For additional information contact María Velázquez, 664-0340, ext. 340.3

Do you feel unforgiven from a past abortion? Whether it’s a long-buried secret or something that just happened, we can help you cope. There is hope and you are not alone. Come to a Day of Prayer & Healing Retreat in Little Rock on Saturday July 10 and experience the love and mercy of God. We can help you begin or continue to heal. Call or text the confidential Project Rachel phone line 501-663-0996 for more information.

Join the celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Arkansas Catholic Charismatic Conference, July 23-25 at the Wyndham Riverfront Hotel in North Little Rock, Guest speakers are: Fr. Phillip Scott, Fr. Jose Maria, and Johnnette Benkovic Williams. Youth Track, Children's Ministry, and Praise and Worship! Registration/information: www.arkcc.orgor call Marion 479-692-1937.

The cathedral office will be closed Monday, May 31 in observance of Memorial Day. There will not be a Daily Mass on Monday June 1. Have a safe and blessed holiday! Note: There will also be no daily Mass Monday June 7 to Friday June 11.

Join the celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Arkansas Catholic Charismatic Conference, July 23-25 at the Wyndham Riverfront Hotel in North Little Rock, Guest speakers are: Fr. Phillip Scott, Fr. Jose Maria, and Johnnette Benkovic Williams. Youth Track, Children's Ministry, and Praise and Worship! Registration/information: www.arkcc.orgor call Marion 479-692-1937

If you know a teen who has an interest in making a difference for life Camp Joshua is the place where they will spend a weekend learning about the issues of abortion, euthanasia, infanticide and embryonic stem cell research while enjoying Cross Heirs Lodge, eating great food, playing pool and meeting new friends from around the state who share their love for life! Camp dates are July 30-August 1. The cost is $100 per student. Registration opens June 1. To register visit www.campjoshuaar.comLimited scholarships available. Sponsored by Arkansas Right to Life, 663-4237 or artl4237@att.net

Registrations are now being accepted for Search #148, a retreat to help juniors and seniors in high school get to know themselves better, deepen their friendship with Christ, and find support in living out their faith. The summer Search is open to in-coming juniors, seniors and recently graduated seniors. Search #148 will be held at St. John Center, Little Rock, over the dates of July 16-18, 2021. The fee is $135.00 and scholarships available. For more information and registration forms visit our website www.dolr.org

It will be held outside at St. John’s Catholic Center in Little Rock on Sunday, June 6 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs for a day filled with music by Steve Angrisano, food trucks for lunch and plenty of fun! At the end of the day we will close with an outdoor Mass. The cost is $25 per person. All youth, Junior High and High School are invited. Registration is through your parish youth ministry program. This event is sponsored by the Diocesan Youth Office. For more information and the registration visit our website www.dolr.or

Please remember to return your baby bottles with your donations. A representative from Arkansas Pregnancy Resource Center will speak briefly after all Masses this week-end. Please take a few minutes to visit their mobile unit that will be located across the street in the parking lot; to see the various ways APRC assists their clients. To donate on-line, scan the QR code from the flyer and follow the link. What a wonderful way to help this Catholic ministry help women find alternatives to abortion

R.C.I.A. (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) is for those who are interested in learning more about the Catholic Faith. R.C.I.A class will meet Wednesday, April 21 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the Education Room of McDonald Hall. For more information about R.C.I.A., please contact Debbie King at 231-4193

STATIONS OF THE CROSS will be held each Friday during Lent beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the Cathedral.

R.C.I.A. (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) is for those who are interested in learning more about the Catholic Faith. R.C.I.A class will meet Wednesday, March 10 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the Education Room of McDonald Hall. For more information about attending R.C.I.A., please contact Debbie King at 231-4193.

Any parishioners eligible in Group 1-B: Arkansans aged 65 or older, all education workers, including child care, K-12, and higher. Contact St. Edward’s parish office to make a reservation to receive the COVID-19 Vaccine. Both doses will be administered at St. Edward parish in Little Rock. The 1st dose will be administered Saturday, March 20 between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 Noon. The 2nd dose will be administered Saturday, April 10 between 8:00 a.m.—12:00 Noon.Reservations are required, Reservation deadline is Monday, March 8, 12:00 Noon. Please contact the parish office for more information and reservations, 501-374-5767. Reservation deadline is March 8, 12:00 Noon

There are many men and women silently suffering from a past abortion. Lent is a time for reconciliation and forgiveness. This lent, make peace with your past Come back to God, who is Love and Mercy. Project Rachel Ministry There is Forgiveness and hope after abortion. Call or text: (501)663-0996. Confidential. Non-judgmental.