Spiritual Formation

Bishop’s Committee

This women’s discussion group meets one evening each month (October to May) in members’ homes. Discussion topics are provided by the Diocese. Topics have included prayer, virtues, service, commitment, and family. Typical discussions last about an hour and a half, followed by refreshments. Please contact the rectory, 839–1430.

Eucharistic Adoration

The Perpetual Adoration Chapel is open to the public from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, for anyone who wishes to spend time in adoration before the Blessed Sacrament.

Enter the church through the door under the arch between the school and church. Prayer resources are available in the Chapel.

Everyone is invited and encouraged to sign up to be scheduled for a specific hour each week to pray in the Adoration Chapel.  Committed adorers and substitutes are welcome for every hour of the day and night.  Please contact the rectory or Kathy Gallson 839–9223.

Holy Name Society

This is a group for men of the parish who come together in fellowship. Members and their families are encouraged to attend the 8:00 a.m. Mass on the second Sunday of each month, sit in the front of the church, and stay for refreshments after Mass. Society members also attend wakes of deceased men of the parish and recite a decade of the rosary. Holy Name also sponsors an annual mini-retreat during Lent, open to all parishioners. The group also conducts and sponsors social events within the parish. Please contact Tim Herzog, 998–4502.

Marriage Preparation (Pre-Cana)

Pre-Cana is a very special program for engaged couples who wish to enter into the Sacrament of Marriage. It is run by a married couple and offers insights into Catholic teaching on marriage along with all aspects of married life. The ministry follows an agenda approved by the diocese that guides discussion of important marriage issues. The actual program consists of one full-day session; the sessions are offered four times throughout the year. Please contact Donna & David Ortolani, 633–9908.

Men’s Monday Night Prayer Group

Men of the parish gather each Monday evening, from 8:15 to 9:00PM, to pray and worship God. They recite the Rosary, the Chaplet of Divine Mercy, and they conclude with discussion and a reading of the Scriptures. All men are welcome to join. Prayer intentions can be made by calling the rectory. Please contact Bob Fahey at 839–5044.

RCIA, Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults

RCIA is program which prepares adults to become full members of the Roman Catholic Church.

Instruction is given about Catholic doctrine, liturgical practices, traditions, and sacramental life. Adults then receive the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and the Eucharist. Please contact Renée Villa at the rectory, 839–1430.

Rosary and Altar Society

A devotion to Mary, the Mother of God, is the hallmark of this women’s group. They seek to promote the spiritual welfare of their members by reciting the Rosary on the First Friday of each month. The rosary is also recited at the wake of any deceased member. Through yearly dues, the Society arranges the cleaning of the altar linens. Please contact Melissa Schaefer at the rectory, 839–1430.

Rosary Chain

Rosary Chain is a network of parishioners who pray a daily rosary in their own homes for the intentions of the congregation. Prayers are offered for those in physical, emotional, mental, or financial need. Please contact Nancy Leed, 632-0646.

Traveling Statues Jesus and Mary

This program began at Christ the King in 1971. It encourages families to recite the Rosary and helps to deepen spirituality in the home. A family may receive the statues for one week, during which time they should be displayed and the family may pray in a way that is meaningful to them. Families often request the statues to help celebrate holidays, holy days, birthdays, and anniversaries. Please contact Pat Weissman at 839–1285.

Women’s Bible Study

A group of women gather together to read and discuss the books of the Bible to improve their understanding of Scripture and deepen their faith through the Word of God, following the Little Rock Bible Studies. The group meets one Sunday evening each month. Please contact Melissa Schaefer at the rectory, 839–1430.