Local Photographer's Image Selected for 2027 Diocese Directory Cover

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Karina Vega, a photographer from Hot Springs, Arkansas, has won the Diocese of Little Rock's annual Directory Photo Contest with her image of the Blessed Sacrament in the adoration chapel at St. John the Baptist Church. Vega's winning photo will be featured on the cover of the diocese's 2027 directory, which will be published later this year.

Why it matters

The Diocese of Little Rock's annual photo contest is a prestigious local competition that highlights the artistic talents of Catholic photographers across the state. Appearing on the cover of the diocese's directory is an honor that can raise a photographer's profile within the community.

The details

In addition to Vega's first-place winning photo, the contest recognized several other notable submissions. Second place went to Jacob Greeling from Bella Vista for his photo of St. Stephen Chapel in Bentonville, while third place was awarded to Josey Nichols from Pocahontas for her image of a monstrance at St. Leo University Parish in Russellville being illuminated by a lit crucifix. Heber Springs resident Robert Morris received an honorable mention for his photo of a stained-glass window at St. Albert Church.

• The 2027 Diocese of Little Rock Directory will be published this fall.