Georgia Bulletin Notes

Spirituality

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The ST. MONICA CHURCH Knights of Columbus Council 12883, 1600 Buford Highway, Duluth, will pray a ROSARY ON THURS., SEPT. 11, at 6:30 p.m. in the church. This is to remember the fallen heroes and all innocent citizens who lost their lives on this date by senseless acts of terrorism. The group will also pray for the conversion of hearts of all those who condone violence and terrorism for any reason. The public is invited. Contact: Larry Kozlowski at (770) 495-0908 or larrykoz@bellsouth.net.

Those interested in CARMELITE SPIRITUALITY and growing in contemplative union with God are invited to attend the monthly meeting of the Secular Order of Discalced Carmelites at ST. MARGUERITE D’YOUVILLE CHURCH, 85 Gloster Road, Lawrenceville, on Sat., Sept. 13, at 9 a.m. Contact: Maryann Leveque, OCDS, at (770) 868-0359 or maryannocds@aol.com.

AN EVENING OF RECOLLECTION FOR MEN will be led by a priest of the Prelature of Opus Dei on Fri., Sept. 19, from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at ST. ANDREW CHURCH, 675 Riverside Road, Roswell. A priest will be available for confessions at 7 p.m. Beginning at 7:30 there will be two meditations, a talk on a virtue, and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament.  Refreshments and a brief get-together will follow. Contact Steve Valenti at (770) 645-8381 or Pedro Villacorta at (678) 393-9207 (1seabee@bellsouth.net).

Join the community of STS. PETER AND PAUL CHURCH, 2560 Tilson Road, Decatur, for the annual PRAYER AND PRAISE CELEBRATION on Sat., Sept. 20, at 7:30 p.m. The theme is “Renewal of Your Faith” and the evening promises to be Spirit-filled. Come hear inspiring testimonies and joyful songs as Sylvia Shy leads the renewal celebration. Contact: (404) 241-5862.

The CATHOLIC BIBLE STUDY FOR WOMEN begins Mon., Sept. 22, in the Cathedral of Christ the King Parish Hall, 2699 Peachtree Road, NE, Atlanta, studying PSALMS, PROVERBS AND PAUL. Every Monday through April 2009 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. all women in the diocese are invited to join this Scripture study. Registration is $40 before Sept. 10, $50 afterward and includes materials. Scholarships and nursery are available. Contact: (404) 233-2145, ext. 671, or e-mail evangelization@ctking.com to register. Make check payable to Cathedral of Christ the King and send to the church marked Attn.: CBSW.

A CHARISMATIC MASS OF THANKSGIVING will be celebrated on Sat., Sept. 27, beginning at 10 a.m. at the GEORGIA TECH CATHOLIC CENTER, 172 Fourth St., NW, Atlanta, celebrated by Father Tim Hepburn and concelebrated by Father Guyma Noel, archdiocesan liaison to the Catholic charismatic renewal. Praise and worship begin at 10 a.m. followed by Mass at 10:30 a.m. Five decades of the rosary will be prayed after Mass. Food and fellowship will be shared at a reception. Park only in Peter’s Parking Deck adjacent to the Catholic Center. Contact: Kay at (678) 480-2568 or visit www.atlccr.org.

Father David Dye will celebrate MASS IN FRENCH on Sun., Sept. 28, at 4 p.m. at MARY OUR QUEEN CHURCH, 6260 The Corners Parkway, Norcross. Contact: (770) 416-0002.

ST. GABRIEL CHURCH, 152 Antioch Road, Fayetteville, invites all to attend its PARISH MISSION Sept. 29-Oct. 1 at 7 p.m. nightly entitled “WHO WE ARE,” focusing on Catholic identity. Father Fred Pompei from Syracuse, N.Y., will direct participants, focusing on the soul, heart and uniqueness of being Catholic. Monday and Wednesday sessions conclude with refreshments. Tuesday session concludes with confession. A love offering will be collected. Contact: Donna Coleman at donnac130@bellsouth.net or (770) 461-0492.

Social Events

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KINDRED SPIRITS is a singles group based out of the CATHEDRAL OF CHRIST THE KING but SERVING ALL SINGLES “40 and better” in the archdiocese. Members are single, divorced or widowed. The mission is to foster a Christ-centered community with social, spiritual and service events. All are welcome. The next monthly gathering starts at 6:30 p.m. (after the 5:30 p.m. Mass) on Sun., Sept. 14, in conference room 1 at the Cathedral, 2699 Peachtree Road, NE. Atlanta. A light buffet is served. Meet in the conference room at 5:15 p.m. to join members for Mass. Contact: www.kindredspiritsatl.org or info@kindredspiritsatl.org or call (404) 237-0944. 

As part of a yearlong celebration of the 30th anniversary of ST. OLIVER PLUNKETT CHURCH, 3200 Brooks Drive, Snellville, the parish is hosting a PARISH MISSION, Sun.-Mon., Sept. 14-15, at 7 p.m. The public is invited. STEVE ANGRISANO, internationally known Catholic singer, composer and recording artist is the presenter. He has been featured at major conferences and events including World Youth Day 2008. A nursery will be available for children 1 to 5. Contact: www.stolivers.com to register.

ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL, ATHENS, FALL FESTIVAL will be held Fri., Sept. 19, from noon-8 p.m. at 134 Prince Ave., Athens. The event for the public includes games sponsored by each grade, inflatables, face painting, silent auction, live entertainment, chance for tuition break, live entertainment, hamburgers, hot dogs and spaghetti dinner. Proceeds benefit the school and the parish capital campaign. Contact: (706) 543-1621.

ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI CHURCH, 2839 Young Harris Highway, Blairsville, holds its annual FALL FESTIVAL, Fri.-Sat., Sept. 19-20, including a white elephant sale, international foods, arts and crafts and more. Come join the fun and see the new parish center at the church, three miles east of Blairsville on Highway 76. Contact: (706) 745-6400.

HOLY FAMILY CHURCH, 3401 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta, will hold its 2008 FALL FESTIVAL on Sun., Sept. 21, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Great family fun will be on tap including inflatables, pony rides, cake walk, bingo, live entertainment, international foods and a fire engine ride. Contact: www.holyfamilycc.org or (770) 973-0038.

ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST CHURCH FALL FESTIVAL will be held Sun., Sept. 21, from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at 230 Arnold St., Hapeville, with international foods, cake walk, bingo, children’s games and vendors selling crafts and gift items. Contact: Doreen Caswell at (770) 389-5608.

ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL, ATHENS, is holding its annual TENNIS TOURNAMENT Oct. 3-4 at Jennings Mill Country Club with an adult tournament for mixed doubles, men’s doubles and women’s doubles and a junior tournament with a changing partner round robin for ages 8 and up. Cost is $25 for adults, $15 for juniors. Winners in each division will receive awards. Contact: www.sjsathens.org or (706) 543-1621, ext. 11, to register.

Support Catholic Charities by taking part in the seventh annual SCOTT’S RUN, a 5K and 1-mile event on Sat., Oct. 4, at Chastain Park in Atlanta at 8 a.m. Registration starts at 7 a.m. This fundraiser benefits CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS OF CATHOLIC CHARITIES. Families, Life Teen groups, parish organizations and individuals are invited to enjoy this event and support an important ministry. Contact: www.catholiccharitiesatlanta.org or (404) 885-7474 to register.

AMIGOS FOR CHRIST PEDAL FOR THE POOR AND MUSIC FESTIVAL will be held Sat., Oct. 4, at Suwanee Town Center Park. This free family event benefits Amigos’ mission projects in Nicaragua. There will be a 14-mile adult bike ride along the Suwanee Greenway at 10 a.m. Bikers receive T-shirts and lunch. A family fun ride begins at 1 p.m. Teams of 10 ride one hour to fulfill pledges. Any rider raising $100 receives a T-shirt, lunch and ticket to amusement area. Live music will be performed from noon-10 p.m. with Christian artists Kevin Wyglad and Chasing Grace, the 12Stone Band, Shae Laurel, Matt Maher, The Afters, humorist/author Matthew Paul Turner and Caedmon’s Call. Contact:
www.amigosforchrist.org or (770) 614-9250.

ST. ANDREW KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS GOLF OUTING will be held Mon., Oct. 13, at the Olde Atlanta Golf Club in Suwanee sponsored by Knights Council 10632. Registration is at 8 a.m., shotgun start at 9 a.m. Cost of $110 per golfer includes greens fees, cart, range balls and lunch. Prizes will be given. Ladies are welcome. Proceeds benefit Knights’ charities. Contact: Abe Kassis at awkassis@msn.com.

Programs

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ST. BRIGID GRIEF SHARE will be held on Tuesdays beginning Sept. 9 for 13 weeks in the Brides Room at ST. BRIGID CHURCH, 3400 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek. All are welcome. Contact: Imelda McVann at (770) 844-7692 or Joan Eigel at (770) 752-8584 or Nancy Taneski at (770) 751-0700.

RAINBOWS is a WEEKLY SUPPORT GROUP FOR CHILDREN who have experienced a significant loss or change in their lives such as death, divorce, or remarriage. It is a peer support group led by trained facilitators, which guides children through a myriad of emotions and helps them work through their grief and focus on developing constructive coping skills. The next session meets Sept. 11 through Dec. 11 at the CATHOLIC CHURCH OF ST. MONICA, 1700 Buford Highway, Duluth. Contact: Anne Hennessy at (678) 584-9947, ext. 16, or anne.hennessy@saintmonicas.com to register.

ALL SAINTS JOB NETWORK will hold a free “JOB SEARCH” WORKSHOP on Sat., Sept. 13, from 9 a.m.-12 noon in the Scout Building at All Saints Church, 2443 Mount Vernon Road, Dunwoody. Registration is at 8:45 a.m. Attendees produce a resume that emphasizes their achievements; develop a marketing plan for their search; learn the critical importance of scripting; prepare for a job interview and questions; learn how to use the most effective tool—networking; and learn how to access information on career direction. Contact: (770) 393-3255, ext. 85, or allsaintsjobnet@yahoo.com.

The Metropolitan Tribunal of Atlanta is sponsoring presentations in four parishes to explain the Catholic Church’s teaching regarding MARRIAGE ANNULMENTS. Topics include who needs an annulment, how to start the annulment process and what to expect once a case is submitted. There will be question and answer sessions. All are welcome. Presentations will be held at PRINCE OF PEACE CHURCH, 6439 Spout Springs Road, Flowery Branch, on Sun., Sept. 14, from 6:30-8 p.m.; at STS. PETER AND PAUL CHURCH, 2372 Collier Drive, Decatur, on Sun., Sept. 21, from 10:15-11:15 a.m.; at ST. MARY CHURCH, 911 N. Broad St., Rome, on Wed., Sept. 24, from 6-8 p.m.; and at ST. JAMES THE APOSTLE CHURCH, 1000 Decatur Road, McDonough, on Thurs., Sept. 25, from 7-9 p.m. Information regarding annulments may be found at www.archatl.com/offices/tribunal/. Contact: Diane Gilsdorf at (404) 885-7446 or dgilsdorf@archatl.com.

HOLY TRINITY CHURCH, 101 Walt Banks Road, Peachtree City, will begin a GriefShare Support Group Series on Tues., Sept. 16, at 7 p.m. in room 101 and on Fri., Sept. 19, at 9:30 a.m. in education building room 206. GRIEFSHARE is a weekly seminar and support group for 13 weeks to assist people grieving the death of a loved one who need people to understand what they are experiencing. Valuable information is offered to recover from grief and renew hope for the future. Contact: Judy Gannon at (770) 487-7672, ext. 305.

ST. BRIGID CHURCH, 3400 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek, will host GENESIS TO JESUS, a six-week seminar on salvation history presented by trained catechists from St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology. Classes will meet Thursdays from 7-9 p.m. in Corbett Hall beginning Sept. 18. A $15 materials fee is due at the first class. Contact: re@saintbrigid.org or (678) 393-0060, ext. 126.

Dr. Elizabeth Pastan, associate professor of art history, Emory University, will present a program on the “STAINED GLASS WINDOWS OF CHARTRES CATHEDRAL” on Sun., Sept. 21, at 7 p.m. at HOLY TRINITY CHURCH, 101 Walt Banks Road, Peachtree City. Pastan, a specialist in stained glass, has a Ph.D. from Brown University in medieval art and architecture. The event is sponsored by the Aquinas Center of Theology. Contact: (770) 487-0175.

GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRANDCHILDREN Support Group meets every second and fourth Tuesday at 7:15 p.m. in room 102 at TRANSFIGURATION CHURCH, 1815 Blackwell Road, Marietta. Guest speakers for Tues., Sept. 23, are Jean Grizzle and Susan Cosby from the Office of Child Support Services. To reserve babysitting, call Lori MacDonald at (770) 977-1442, ext. 145. Contact: Jeannie at (770) 919-9275.

Do you know someone who has been away from the Catholic Church? You may be the person who brings someone back. Invite them to CATHOLICS RETURNING HOME, a 10-week series beginning Wed., Sept. 24, at 7 p.m. in the School Media Center at the CATHEDRAL OF CHRIST THE KING, 2699 Peachtree Road, NE, Atlanta. This is an opportunity for Catholics to reconnect with the church in a series of informal sessions in friendly, helpful surroundings. Contact: (404) 233-2145, ext. 440, or e-mail doconnor@ctking.com.

Spring Hill College will present a PASTORAL FORMATION WORKSHOP, “Knowing Me, Knowing God: Self-Awareness as a Tool for Holiness,” on Sat., Sept. 27, from 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at ST. BRENDAN CHURCH, 4633 Shiloh Road, Cumming, by Marian Monahan, parish director of faith formation. The workshop will explore how personality type affects interactions with others and how being aware of the different stages of faith can lead to compassionate and effective ministry. Fee of $60 includes lunch. Contact: (678) 924-1919 or sjohnson@shc.edu.

Catholic Charities’ Call to Action: A SEMINAR FOR PARISHES ORGANIZING TO WELCOME REFUGEES will be held Sat., Sept. 27, from 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. at Senior Connections, 5238 Peachtree Road, NE, Chamblee. Catholic Charities offers hope to refugees arriving here after losing everything. This seminar will provide the tools needed to offer help to refugees rebuilding their lives in the Atlanta area. For information visit www.catholiccharitiesatlanta.org. Contact: Margaret Prickett at (404) 885-7271.  

Sign up today for the enlightening experience of a WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER WEEKEND. The Weekend teaches a unique method of communication. It is for couples with good marriages who want to enrich their relationship. Contact: (866) 285-9963 or visit www.wwmeatlanta.org for online registration. Upcoming Weekends are Sept. 26-28 and Nov. 14-16.

Dr. Michael Brown, associate professor of New Testament and Christian origins, Emory University, will lead a presentation entitled “THE LORD’S PRAYER, A SECOND LOOK” on Sun., Sept. 28, at 10 a.m. at STS. PETER AND PAUL CHURCH, 2560 Tilson Road, Decatur. Brown will continue his deeper look at the “Our Father” and the insights it provides into early Christianity. The event is sponsored by the Aquinas Center of Theology. Contact: (404) 241-5862.

Passionist Father Edward L. Beck will speak at PRINCE OF PEACE CHURCH, 6439 Spout Springs Road, Flowery Branch, on Sun., Sept. 28, at 7 p.m. on his new book, “SOUL PROVIDER: SPIRITUAL STEPS TO LIMITLESS LOVE.” Father Beck is a religion and spirituality commentator for ABC-TV, an author and a retreat leader. All are welcome. Child care can be arranged by contacting Michelle at (678) 377-6712 before Sept. 25. Contact: (770) 945-2244.

Phillip Thompson, Ph.D., executive director of the Aquinas Center of Theology, Emory University, will present “J.R.R. TOLKIEN AND THE SPIRITUAL JOURNEY” Oct. 1-29. This five-week course on Wednesday evenings will explore Tolkien’s vision of the spiritual journey that were influenced by his experiences of World War I, his Catholic faith, and deep reading of ancient mythologies. The class will include short readings from Lord of the Rings and movie clips. It is co-sponsored by the AQUINAS CENTER OF THEOLOGY and Emory’s Division of Lifelong Learning. Contact: (404) 727-6000.

Tickets are on sale now for CHRISTOPHER WEST’S THEOLOGY OF THE BODY seminar entitled “CREATED AND REDEEMED” to be held at St. Monica Church, 1700 Buford Highway, Duluth, Oct. 10-11. The program will be Fri., Oct. 10, from 7-9 p.m. and Sat., Oct. 11, from 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Tickets at $12 a person cover the cost of the seminar booklet and lunch. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear West in person present Pope John Paul II’s discourse on love, marriage and sexuality. He is the author of “The Good News About Sex & Marriage” and other works. Contact:
triplejmk@bellsouth.net for tickets.

OUR MOTHER OF GOOD COUNSEL, a group of psychotherapists, meets the second Friday of the month at ST. BRIGID CHURCH, 3400 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek, from 1 -3 p.m. for prayer, study and peer review. The group is dedicated to the practice of therapy that responds to the whole person—mind, body and spirit—and is in harmony with the teachings of the Magisterium. While encouraging debate, the purpose of the group is to integrate the discipline of psychology/counseling with the wisdom of the Catholic Church. Members are supported and encouraged in the practice of the faith as it extends into their professional endeavors. Colleagues are welcome. Contact: Mary Cheryl Henderson at (404) 936-1144 or e-mail smckay02@aol.com.

Retreats

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Contemplative Outreach-Atlanta will hold a five-day CENTERING PRAYER RETREAT from Sept. 26-30 at the MONASTERY OF OUR LADY OF THE HOLY SPIRIT, 2625 Highway 212, SW, Conyers. This silent retreat will be in the intensive/post-intensive format. All who have practiced centering prayer or another form of meditative prayer for at least six months are invited. Contact: Vernon and Mary Joyce Dixon at (706) 896-8275 or vandmjdixon@alltel.net for information or Kim Kolesnik at (404) 499-8607 or gonnabk@aol.com to register.

Married couples seeking to renew their love or deepen their relationship with God and one another are encouraged to attend a MARRIED COUPLES WEEKEND RETREAT at IGNATIUS HOUSE JESUIT RETREAT CENTER, 6700 Riverside Drive, NW, Atlanta, Oct. 3-5. Jim and Stephanie Tramonte, experienced retreat directors who have been married for over 35 years, will lead. Couples of all ages and faiths are welcome. A $50 deposit is required. Contact: (404) 255-0503, ihsecretary@bellsouth.net or www.ignatiushouse.org to register.

A silent reflective retreat for members of the KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS will be held Oct. 31-Nov. 2 at the IGNATIUS HOUSE JESUIT RETREAT CENTER, 6700 Riverside Drive, NW, Atlanta. All Knights are encouraged to attend this fifth annual spiritual gathering. For information contact Mike Midas of the St. George Parish Council in Newnan at (770) 502-0680 or mikemidas@numail.org, Mitch Rabil of the Transfiguration Parish Council in Marietta at (770) 591-1084 or vt2fsu1@aol.com or Dan Bader at the St. Joseph Parish Council at (864) 225-5468 or baders@charter.net. To register for the retreat call (404) 255-0503.

TEC #34 CO-ED YOUNG ADULT RETREAT will be held Nov. 14-16 at Camp Westminster. TEC stands for “TO ENCOUNTER CHRIST” and focuses on the Paschal mystery of the crucifixion, death and resurrection of Jesus and how young adults are called to live out that mystery. It begins mid-morning on Friday and ends Sunday afternoon. Registration is $75 until Oct. 24 ($95 after Oct. 24) and includes food, lodging and a unique atmosphere to foster a deeper personal relationship with Christ. Applications are available at www.yam.org/tec. Contact: Matt Mihalek at pmihalek1@aol.com or (678) 758-8969 or Frances Gibson at gibby77@gmail.com or (404) 964-0315.

En Español

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TALLER DE RENOVACIÓN CONYUGAL para parejas que están pasando por dificultades en su relación conyugal, y/o para aquellas parejas que quieren profundizar sus vidas y su relación de pareja. Este taller se llevará a cabo el sábado 20 de septiembre de 7:30 de la mañana a 8:00 de la noche en LA PARROQUIA DE SAN JOSE (1775 Haig Mill Road, Dalton, GA 30720). No se ofrece guardería para niños. Costo: $50 con anticipación; $60 el día del taller. Para mayor información comunicarse con: Miguel y/o Belisa Urbina al teléfono (678) 363-3079 o el P. Jesus David Trujillo al teléfono (706) 278-3107. 

LA RENOVACIÓN CARISMÁTICA celebrará el IV ENCUENTRO MARIANO el sábado 4 de octubre de 8:00 a.m. a 7:00 p.m. y el domingo 5 de octubre de 8:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. en Gwinnett Center Hall “A.” Costo: $25 por persona. Para más información, comunicarse con Francisco Magno al (770) 256-6716, Iris Tomassini al (678) 376-5247, o con Estela Taborda al (678) 887-0989.