Local News
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Smyrna
Archbishop asks for prayers to see delayed school opening to fruition
A grade school scheduled to open in Hall County is to be deferred as education leaders wrestle with an unexpected wrinkle: a time crunch to set up a permanent school.
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Atlanta
Lynn Kolodziej to speak at November Magnificat
Lynn Kolodziej, whose life was transformed by attending a Life in the Spirit Seminar in college, will be the speaker at the Magnificat meal for women on Saturday, Nov. 16.
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Atlanta
Founder of Fortunate & Faithful Families shares its vision of unity
Kathy Farrell helped start the ministry Fortunate & Faithful Families when her son shared with family members that he was gay. Some 20 years after that day, and 11 years since organizing the nonprofit, she continues to be passionate about its mission.
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Atlanta
Archbishop Hartmayer forms LGBTQ+ Pastoral Affairs Commission
Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., is creating an advisory group—the LGBTQ+ Pastoral Affairs Commission–to allow a “broader and an ongoing dialogue” with members of the community.
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Atlanta
Memorial Mass for clergy November 4
The bishops of the Archdiocese of Atlanta will celebrate the annual memorial Mass for deceased bishops, priests and deacons on Nov. 4 at Arlington Memorial Park.
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Atlanta
Supreme Court of Georgia reinstates six-week abortion ban
On Monday, Oct. 7, the Supreme Court of Georgia reinstated the state’s six-week abortion ban that was struck down by Judge Robert McBurney of Fulton County Superior Court one week before.
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Gainesville
‘Los 72’ catechist program fosters spiritual growth for Hispanic community
The “Los 72” catechist program in its fifth meeting on Sept. 21 had attendees laughing, dancing and reflecting upon their purpose to serve in the church. This workshop trains Hispanic and Latino catechists.
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Atlanta
Our Lady of the Assumption students uphold tradition of serving others
Our Lady of the Assumption School celebrated its 14th annual Day of Service on Sept. 18. Centered around community service, the day teaches students about the value of helping those in need.