April 30, 2020
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Transfiguration’s ‘Operation Elder Care’ maintains connection, meets needs of seniors
Published April 30, 2020
Since March 19, Transfiguration Church in Marietta has been participating in what they are calling “Operation Elder Care” to make connections with and assess the needs of seniors.
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Mercy graduate brings positive spirit to nursing
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published April 30, 2020As the pandemic grew, nurse Jaime Gilbert’s work in an Augusta hospital changed. The 25-year-old surgical recovery nurse is a graduate of Our Lady of Mercy High School.
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The day I slayed the dragon
By LORRAINE V. MURRAY, Commentary
Published April 30, 2020I didn’t sleep well the night before my big adventure. Every few minutes, I’d awaken and mull over the plan. I’d list the positives and feel confident the endeavor would be a success, but when the potential pitfalls came to mind, I became discouraged.
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Atlanta ministries to benefit from #iGiveCatholic Together
Published April 30, 2020
To support the church in this time of crisis, the national organization of #iGiveCatholic decided to turn on the #iGiveCatholic giving platform on May 5.
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St. Mary’s SVdP conference hosts drive-in pantry
Published April 30, 2020
On Saturday, April 18, the Jackson, Georgia St. Vincent de Paul Society conference, with the support of the parish’s Knights of Columbus, hosted a Drive-In Food Pantry.
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Jesus gives strength to face the unexpected, pope says
By JUNNO AROCHO ESTEVES, Catholic News Service
Published April 30, 2020When faced with uncertainties, adversities or trials, those who place their trust in Christ will not be left alone to fend for themselves, Pope Francis said.
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Two Atlanta education leaders earn national awards
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Editor
Published April 30, 2020The National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) announced that two Atlanta Catholics are among the 27 recipients of the NCEA 2020 “Lead, Learn, Proclaim Award.”
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Mercy Care Rome provides safety net for seniors during pandemic
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published April 30, 2020The new coronavirus closed the day program for senior citizens at Mercy Care Rome. But staff members are still caring for their elderly clients during this pandemic.
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Installation of Archbishop Hartmayer to be livestreamed, broadcast
By SAMANTHA SMITH, Staff Writer
Published April 30, 2020Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., will become the new spiritual leader of the Archdiocese of Atlanta on Wednesday, May 6. Catholics are invited to join the installation online or watch on television.
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Cumming neighborhood displayed Stations of the Cross
Published April 30, 2020
Chona De Jesus, a parishioner of St. Brendan the Navigator Church in Cumming, traditionally prays the Stations of the Cross each Good Friday. Because of shelter-in-place guidelines, she looked for a way to not miss out on the devotion.
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Faith helps family battle coronavirus
By SAMANTHA SMITH, Staff Writer
Published April 30, 2020Faith has taken on new meaning since the COVID-19 virus hit the Paulus family of St. Philip Benizi Church, Jonesboro. While several family members have recovered, father Chuck Paulus remains hospitalized.