June 11, 2026
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Vesting priests walk with the newly ordained as mentors, friends
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published June 12, 2026In the ordination ritual, each transitional deacon chose the priest who would help him put on the vestments of a priest for the first time. Asking a priest to serve in this role is a sign of appreciation and gratefulness for their support as a role model.
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US dioceses see World Cup as opportunity for pastoral outreach, global encounter
By JOHN KNEBELS, OSV News
Published June 11, 2026Catholic leaders in World Cup host cities are preparing for the convergence of international visitors, local parish life and public witness.
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Pope Leo’s vision for human dignity in the age of artificial intelligence
By ARCHBISHOP GREGORY J. HARTMAYER, OFM Conv.
Published June 10, 2026The first encyclical of Pope Leo XIV has already generated worldwide attention. Entitled “Magnifica Humanitas,” the document addresses one of the most pressing questions of our age.
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Four unique paths shaped journeys of Atlanta’s new priests
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published June 1, 2026Theater studies, accounting, military service and an early path to the seminary led four men to the same altar. On May 30, Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., received the promises of obedience from Eric Baylot, Jacob Butz, Juno Lee and Sean Lee as he ordained them priests of the archdiocese.
