February 7, 2019
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Blessed Trinity baseball coach honored by Georgia Dugout Club
By MICHAEL ALEXANDER, Staff Photographer
Published February 8, 2019ROSWELL—Blessed Trinity High School head baseball coach Andy Harlin was one of five new members inducted into the Georgia Dugout Club Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony took place on Jan. 11 at the Marietta Hilton and Conference Center. Harlin said his jaw hit the ground when he first learned he was to be an […] Full Story
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Knights of Columbus distribute children’s coats at pre-Super Bowl event
Published February 8, 2019
FOREST PARK—Former Atlanta Falcon Brian Finneran and former Atlanta Falcons Assistant Coach Eric Sutulovich joined the Coats for Kids effort of the Knights of Columbus Jan. 26. Some 600 children in need received new winter coats at San Felipe de Jesus Mission in Forest Park. Archbishop Wilton Gregory, Father Kevin Peek, chaplain for the Atlanta […]
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Meet the Class of 2019 permanent deacons in the Archdiocese of Atlanta
Published February 8, 2019
New deacons have taken up their responsibilities since their ordination on Saturday, Jan. 26, at the Cathedral of Christ the King, Atlanta. There were eight men called as “servant ministers in the very image of Christ Jesus,” as Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory described the ministry. The new deacons come from varied backgrounds and careers, from […] Full Story
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Youth ministers earn ‘Companions on the Journey’ awards
Published February 7, 2019
SMYRNA—Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory honored leaders in youth ministry and graduates of a University of Dayton faith formation certificate program during a Monday, Jan. 14 parish catechetical leader awards luncheon at the Chancery of the archdiocese. The archbishop celebrated Mass prior to the ceremony. He presented three Companions on the Journey Awards of the National […]
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Mercy boys come up short after second-half rally
By MICHAEL ALEXANDER, Staff Photographer
Published February 7, 2019FAYETTEVILLE—The Our Lady of Mercy boys’ basketball team almost overcame a 10-point halftime deficit on Feb. 1, but Trinity Christian School, Sharpsburg, held on to defeat them 48-41. At the beginning of the third period, Mercy went on 10-0 run to pull to within four points, but with less than 1:00 remaining in the period, […] Full Story
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Notre Dame Academy girls defend the home court
By MICHAEL ALEXANDER, Staff Photographer
Published February 7, 2019DULUTH—After getting a five-game winning streak snapped by Holy Spirit Preparatory School, Atlanta in the previous game, Notre Dame Academy girls started a new one after defeating Brandon Hall School, Atlanta, 48-10. Notre Dame never trailed in the Jan. 31 game at its gymnasium in the school’s George Student Center. Notre Dame Academy center Josephine […] Full Story
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Archbishop honors staff of Catholic schools
Published February 7, 2019
ATLANTA—Schools in the Archdiocese of Atlanta observed Catholic Schools week Jan. 27-Feb. 2 with Masses and activities for students and families. Sponsored by the National Catholic Educational Association, Catholic Schools Week is an annual celebration. The observance’s focus is the value Catholic education provides to young people and its contributions to the church and communities. […] Full Story
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Suzanne Haugh to speak at Magnificat March 9
Published February 7, 2019
ATLANTA—Journalist and teacher Suzanne Haugh, who was inspired to aid and accompany youth and young adults of the world in their journeys of faith, will be the guest speaker at the March Magnificat meal. All women are invited to attend the Magnificat, which will be held on Saturday, March 9, at Holy Cross Church, Atlanta. […] Full Story
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Atlanta’s faithful take a stand for life
By NICHOLE GOLDEN
Published February 7, 2019ATLANTA—As Catholics began to learn of a new state law in New York that radically expanded abortion, Atlanta parishioners and students took part in a positive witness for the dignity of all life. Groups and individuals from across the Archdiocese of Atlanta attended the annual Mass for the Unborn and Stand for Life at the […]
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OLM honoree keeps school running well
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published February 7, 2019FAYETTEVILLE—Jorge Londoño, native of Colombia, South America, is the plant operator for Our Lady of Mercy High School and ensures the school’s various systems from electrical to plumbing are running smoothly. Londoño, also an OLM parent, is this year’s Catholic Schools Week staff honoree for the Fayetteville high school. “I love to be here. It […] Full Story
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Marist’s Martin encourages teachers to be authentic
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published February 7, 2019ATLANTA—John Martin would in the past show Atlanta teens the world with photos and maps using overhead projectors. Now, laptop-carrying students have the world’s knowledge at their fingertips on the web. “If I had this stuff when I was growing up, I would have been blown away. I would have gone nuts, said Martin, who […] Full Story
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IHM school nurse dispenses kindness
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published February 7, 2019ATLANTA—In her 20 years as a school nurse Brenda Conlon learned a few things she didn’t acquire at nursing school. A piece of chocolate slowly melting on a tongue can be a cure for an anxious child. A chat can do wonders. For her efforts to care for the more than 500 students and staff […] Full Story
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Pope: Respect, dialogue key for peace between Christians, Muslims
By Junno Arocho Esteves Catholic News Service
Published February 6, 2019VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis said his recent visit to the United Arab Emirates, while brief, was a new page in relations between Christians and Muslims at a time when conflict and violence threaten the goal of lasting peace. Recalling his Feb. 3-5 visit to Abu Dhabi, the pope said during his weekly general […]