December 14, 2023
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If I were the devil
By LAURETTA HANNON, Commentary
Published December 20, 2023In 1965, Radio Legend Paul Harvey recorded a piece titled “If I Were the Devil.” It became his most famous recording. Here’s my version.
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Archbishop Hartmayer’s Christmas greeting
Published December 17, 2023
Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., of Atlanta offers a Christmas message, praying that we experience anew, the depth of God’s love for each of us.
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Christmas is God’s love letter to the world
By LORRAINE V. MURRAY, Commentary
Published December 14, 2023Each year, I promise myself I’m going to approach Christmas calmly, but then, like a steam roller, the chores start flattening me.
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The precious gift of life
By BISHOP JOHN N. TRAN
Published December 14, 2023As we continue to prepare for the celebration of Christ’s birth at Christmas, my thoughts turn to the precious gift of life.
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Council to ask pope to authorize studies on key synod topics
By CINDY WOODEN, Catholic News Service
Published December 14, 2023The council of the Synod of Bishops will ask Pope Francis to authorize studies on the need to update canon law, revise the rules for priestly formation, deepen a theological reflection on the diaconate and other topics.
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Archdiocese of Atlanta to Join Georgia Life Alliance for Pro-Life Rally, March
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published December 14, 2023Finding common purpose with the Georgia Life Alliance, the Archdiocese of Atlanta will once again be represented at a rally and march around the State Capitol advocating for the unborn child in February.
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Catholic Charities Atlanta second collection December 24-25
By GEORGIA BULLETIN STAFF
Published December 14, 2023The second collection at Masses in the Archdiocese of Atlanta on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day will support the mission of Catholic Charities Atlanta. CCA served more than 11,000 neighbors in need last year through some 20 programs.
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Catholic Charities’ Christmas Connections is a sharing of blessings
By ERIKA ANDERSON REDDING, Special to the Bulletin
Published December 14, 2023The spirit of giving is alive in Christmas Connections, a part of Catholic Charities Atlanta (CCA) for more than 25 years. This year’s outreach provided gifts to 939 families in need.
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Advent events announced
By GEORGIA BULLETIN STAFF
Published November 30, 2023Symbolized by the color purple, the season of Advent includes the four Sundays and weekdays leading up to Christmas. From penance services to programs of lessons and carols, here’s a sampling of events marking this season of reflection.