October 14, 2021
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Discernment is listening and sifting
By ANDY OTTO, Commentary
Published October 19, 2021How do I hear the voice of God? What is God’s will for my life? These are perhaps the most common questions Christians wonder about.
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Climb every mountain—but not alone
By LORRAINE V. MURRAY, Commentary
Published October 19, 2021One day at church, I was talking with a friend, who was recovering from surgery for cancer. He told me his wife would soon be having surgery on her shoulder. When I got home, I emailed her. “Do you need meals?”
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The Ignatian Year
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Editor
Published October 18, 2021Jesuits worldwide are observing the Ignatian year, which began in May and marks the 500th anniversary of St. Ignatius’ conversion after being wounded in battle.
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What pastors and parishes can do to combat systemic racism in the church
By FATHER JOSH JOHNSON, Catholic News Service
Published October 15, 2021“What can our parishes do to combat the sins of racism in the geographical boundaries of our community?” This is a question I am frequently asked when I travel the nation to speak on the topics of racial justice and reconciliation.
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For a Synodal Church: Communion, Participation and Mission
By ARCHBISHOP GREGORY J. HARTMAYER, OFM Conv.
Published October 14, 2021On the Solemnity of the Conversion of St. Paul, Jan. 25, 1959, Pope St. John XXIII made one of the most important announcements of his papacy that continues to have consequences in the life of the church today. He announced a diocesan synod for Rome and an ecumenical council for the universal church.
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Hundreds pray in presence of Padre Pio relics
By GEORGIA BULLETIN STAFF
Published October 14, 2021Throughout the day on Sept. 30, 1,200 people came to venerate the relics of St. Pio of Pietrelcina (Padre Pio) at Holy Spirit Church.
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Ministry is geared up to again bring Christmas joy to children in need
By MAISY SULLIVAN, Catholic News Service
Published October 14, 2021Box of Joy encourages people nationwide to give back to less fortunate children in countries around the world. Learn more about the program by Cross Catholic Outreach and how you can get involved.
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Annual Memorial Mass for clergy November 2
Published October 14, 2021
Catholics are encouraged to remember deceased priests and deacons in prayer at an annual Mass at Arlington Memorial Park.
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Notre Dame grad students strengthen ministries of local church
By SAMANTHA SMITH, Staff Writer
Published October 14, 2021The Echo Program provides an opportunity for students earning a master’s degree in theology at the University of Notre Dame to serve at a parish or school for two years in one of nearly 20 dioceses. For the first time ,the Archdiocese of Atlanta is partnering with the program.
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Young artist honors Mother of God in her works
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published October 14, 2021With October set aside for believers as the month of the Holy Rosary, a young artist poured her faith and devotion to St. Mary into her work. An oversized rosary is the centerpiece of Elisa Jiménez’s extended project, dedicated to the Blessed Mother. The collection also includes several canvas works.
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Mass raises awareness for domestic violence
By SAMANTHA SMITH, Staff Writer
Published October 14, 2021A Mass for the Memorial of Our Lady of the Rosary for Domestic Violence Awareness Month was Oct. 7. Bishop Bernard E. Shlesinger III celebrated the Mass.