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Archbishop Says Support Of People Sustained Him
January 13, 2005His office cleaned and ready for his successor, Archbishop John F. Donoghue reflected Jan. 7 on his 11 years as the archbishop of Atlanta, giving credit to his staff and to the clergy and laity of the archdiocese for everything that has been accomplished. Relaxed and exuding a sense of quiet peace, the 76-year-old native […]
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Thank You, Archbishop Donoghue
January 13, 2005As our Archbishop John F. Donoghue begins retirement, we are grateful for the hand of God always guiding the church and bringing God’s purposes about, and for his willing servants who give their best and walk wholeheartedly by faith, whatever challenges come. Archbishop Donoghue arrived in the summer of 1993, six months after the untimely […]
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Archbishop’s Dream Of Catholic Schools Realized
January 13, 2005In 1998, Archbishop John F. Donoghue made his way through overgrown weeds to an open field to break ground for the first of three new schools that were to open the following year. Six years and five newly built schools later, the archbishop’s dream to offer Catholic education to more children in the Archdiocese of […]
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‘A Dedicated, Faith-Filled Shepherd’
January 13, 2005What a pleasure and honor it is to write words of gratitude for Archbishop John F. Donoghue. As a Catholic school principal, I marvel at all that he has accomplished during his tenure here in Atlanta. Under his leadership, six new archdiocesan schools and several private Catholic schools opened their doors, providing new opportunities for […]
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Love For Eucharist Sustains ‘Booming’ Archdiocese
January 13, 2005Many call him the “eucharistic bishop” who has focused his energies on rekindling the reverence of and love for Jesus present in the Blessed Sacrament among Catholics in the Archdiocese of Atlanta. Through his leadership, Archbishop John F. Donoghue ignited among scores of the faithful the pursuit of and desire to discover our Lord personally […]
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‘Champion For Life’ Waged An Endless Campaign
January 13, 2005Confronting Catholic politicians who support abortion. Helping to rescue a crisis pregnancy center near financial rock bottom. Promoting a biology lesson from God on stem cells. Building stronger marriages through Natural Family Planning. Asking others to lobby for a life not ready to end. Celebrating Mass for the imprisoned. “Lukewarm” is not a word that […]
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Milestones Highlight Archbishop’s Long Career
January 13, 20051993 June 22: Most Rev. John F. Donoghue named fifth Archbishop of Atlanta by Pope John Paul II. Aug. 19: Archbishop Donoghue installed as archbishop. Sept. 30: Archbishop Donoghue publishes first pastoral letter, “A Call To Respect Life.” 1994 April 13: Archbishop Donoghue installs Bishop William J. Curlin as bishop of Diocese of Charlotte. April […]
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Recent Efforts Begin To Address Needs Of Hispanics
January 13, 2005Archbishop John F. Donoghue led the Archdiocese of Atlanta from 1993 through 2004 as it underwent a dramatic transformation as a result of thousands of Mexicans and other Hispanics immigrating to north Georgia and becoming the majority in terms of numbers of baptized Catholics. Signs of this burgeoning presence abound across “la arquidiócesis,” from the […]
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Cathedral To Name Parish Building ‘Donoghue Center’
January 13, 2005“In token of our appreciation for all you did to support our expansion efforts, we would like your permission to name our new parish center the Donoghue Center,” Msgr. Tom Kenny, Cathedral rector, announced. He presented the archbishop with a framed picture of the building, depicting the name on the stone façade. The parish also […]
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‘I Present You Three Gifts From Your Parish Family’
January 13, 2005The Second Vatican Council had this to say about bishops: “Bishops continue the work of Christ and act in his person . . . like the Good Shepherd who came to serve and lay down his life for his sheep.” Archbishop, you have made those words come alive for us in a very special way […]