Next weekend will mark the beginning of this year's Catholic Arkansas Sharing Appeal (CASA).  I rejoice that last year we had over 30 more families give a financial gift to CASA than the year before (a total of 333 families).  I hope and pray that all of these families, and more, will give generously to CASA this year.  So many people, from babies to senior citizens, receive needed help from those who give to this yearly appeal.

Please be open and attentive to our bishop, Anthony Taylor, as he speaks to all Catholics next weekend through a recorded message about the need to support the ministries and activities that are funded by CASA including the new House of Formation for our seminarians.  I am confident that many of you will once again, respond with loving and generous hearts.