After reading the variety of articles and depth of some of the material in the Arkansas Catholic newspaper of our diocese, each week, I give thanks to God that we have such a quality publication; and I pray that more of our Catholics will take advantage of receiving and reading the publication.  (Subscription cards are available year round in one of the slots in our two information tables in the narthex and in the hallway leading to the Education and Administration wing of our parish complex.)

This past week's Arkansas Catholic reported on a new publication that was authored by Pope Francis, which has in it, 30 key questions that the Pope encourages Catholics to ponder as an examination of conscience that will hopefully lead Catholics to "confess well."  A couple of these include: "Do I only turn to God when I'm in need?  Do I begin and end the day with prayer?  Am I embarrassed to show that I am a Christian?"  I will ask Linda to include more of Pope Francis' questions for an examination of conscience in future bulletins.

Again, please note that I am offering opportunities for the Sacrament of Reconciliation before the weekday Masses from 8:20-8:40 a.m., on Saturdays from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. (please note the change due to Mass starting at 5:00 p.m.), and on Tuesdays during Lent from 4:30-5:00 p.m.