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• We Walk Hand In Hand: Catholic Community Challenged To Work For Justice

  January 22, 2004

  Catholics crowded into the Shrine of Immaculate Conception on the bleak afternoon of Jan. 17 to celebrate the social justice legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and to examine anew whether they are heeding prayers for reconciliation and peace and putting them into action in their daily lives. The annual Catholic celebration, with the […]

• Eucharistic Procession Remembers Holy Innocents

  January 15, 2004

  After Christmas each year, the church recalls the death of the Holy Innocents—those children who were killed by King Herod’s decree as he sought to bring about the death of Jesus, our Lord. Because they died for Christ, the church honors them as martyrs, giving testimony to our Lord even though they were too young […]

• ‘Back To Basics’ Class Offered Jan. 18 At St. Catherine Of Siena

  January 15, 2004

  St. Catherine of Siena Church, located at 1618 Ben King Road, will once again hold its “Back to the Basics” class on Sunday, Jan. 18, from 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. in Herbert Hall. This month’s topic will be “The Gospel of Life.” All are welcome to attend this hour of reviewing the Catholic faith and discussing answers to questions such as:  What […]

• Jesuit Jubilarian Found His Destiny In Priesthood

  January 15, 2004

  In his genteel New Orleans accent, Jesuit Father Niel Jarreau has invited countless souls to step out of the daily routine to renew or deepen their relationship with Christ and realize their potential. His 60-year ministry as a Jesuit has largely centered around offering spiritual direction and leading retreats. From 1982-90 and from 2000 through […]

• Facing Cancer With Hope And Courage

  January 15, 2004

  I doubt there is one family among my readers that hasn’t had to face the onslaught of an illness caused by cancer in either a family member or a friend. It is a devastating shock when the bad news hits. Years ago I was taught that cancer simply meant “cells gone wild,” and I think […]

• ‘Big Fish’ Is An Engaging Whopper Of A Tale

  January 15, 2004

  “Big Fish,” the latest film from director Tim Burton, is both fantastical and engaging, combining tall tales with a heart-felt story of an estranged father and son finally bridging the gap that separates them. The movie begins with Edward Bloom’s favorite story, how he once caught a giant fish that was legendary for its elusiveness […]

• Pope Credits Book With Clarifying Marian Devotion

  January 15, 2004

  Pope John Paul II said that at one point in his life he had worried that strong devotion to the Blessed Virgin could weaken devotion to Jesus Christ. The 83-year-old pope, whose private life and public ministry have been marked by a strong Marian devotion, said the concerns he had as a youth were assuaged […]

• St. Meinrad Archabbot To Lead Parish Mission

  January 15, 2004

  Benedictine Archabbot Lambert Reilly of St. Meinrad Archabbey in southern Indiana will be offering a parish mission at All Saints Church Jan. 25-27 at 7 p.m. The public is invited. The 70-year-old native of Pittsburgh professed vows as a Benedictine monk in 1956 and was ordained to the Roman Catholic priesthood in 1959. For more than […] Full Story

• Diplomats Urged To Help Iraq Establish Democracy

  January 15, 2004

  In his annual “state of the world” address to diplomats, Pope John Paul II urged the international community to help Iraqis “retake the reins” of their country and establish a democracy that reflects their aspirations. The pope’s comments Jan. 12 looked beyond his own strong opposition to the war in Iraq and focused instead on […]

• Medical Conference On Terry Schiavo Case Planned

  January 15, 2004

  Saint Joseph’s Hospital of Atlanta, in joint sponsorship with the Atlanta Guild of the Catholic Medical Association, is hosting a continuing medical education activity entitled “Nutritional Hydration: The Terry Schiavo Case.” The conference will be held on Saturday, Feb. 14, in the Saint Joseph’s Hospital Auditorium, and is open to physicians as well as clergy. […]