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Synodal process looks to hear from those on the margins of the church
September 30, 2021Pope Francis invites Catholics both in the mainstream of church life and on the margins to voice ideas and concerns for the Synod of Bishops in 2023. The process launches Oct. 17 worldwide. Archbishop Hartmayer will celebrate an opening Mass at the Cathedral of Christ the King.
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Parish Milestones: Corpus Christi Church celebrates 50 years
September 30, 2021Hundreds gathered in mid-September to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Corpus Christi Church in Stone Mountain. One of the most diverse parishes in the archdiocese, its parishioners represent more than 40 countries and four continents.
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Korean Catholic roots deepen with new Duluth parish
September 30, 2021St. Andrew Kim Korean Church is Atlanta’s newest parish after being elevated from mission status. The community celebrated its 10th anniversary at a Sept. 19 Mass, celebrated by Archbishop Hartmayer.
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Catholic Foundation donors honored at annual Deo Gratias Mass
September 29, 2021The Catholic Foundation of North Georgia hosted a virtual Mass and celebration on Sept. 18 at Mary Our Queen Church in Peachtree Corners. This annual event honors and celebrates members of the Founders Society and Deo Gratias Society.
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Church needs to hear God speaking through those who are hurting, pope says
September 21, 2021To listen to the Holy Spirit, members of the church must listen to each other and especially to those who are marginalized, Pope Francis said, explaining how dioceses are to help the church prepare for the Synod of Bishops.
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Messengers of Hope: La Salettes celebrate 175 years since apparition that launched order
September 20, 2021It was Sept. 19, 1846, that the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared to two children in La Salette, France. She lamented the sinful ways of mankind and gave the pair a message for the world: reconcile broken relationships with God, self and others. Today, the La Salette missionaries focus their work on the Eucharist and reconciliation.
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Why a eucharistic renewal?
September 20, 2021At a time when programs and initiatives come and go, when our lives seem to be endlessly busy, and when various difficulties and sufferings abound, the question why another initiative is an understandable one. Why do we need a eucharistic renewal?
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Journeying back to a life-changing day
September 20, 2021I’ve often pondered what I’d do if I could travel back in time. I might return to the day before my mom’s death and give her an extra hug. Or I might head back to the afternoon my husband died while taking a walk, and beg him to stay home.
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Youth in Mission accepting scholarship applications this fall
September 17, 2021Youth in Mission bridges the financial gap for teenagers and young adults with a mind to serve on mission trips. Eligible middle school, high school and college students who plan to participate in a 2022 mission trip can apply for a scholarships. The deadline is Nov. 15.
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Implementation of ‘Traditionis Custodes’ outlined
September 17, 2021In a Sept. 8 memo to priests, Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., outlined how the Archdiocese of Atlanta will implement Pope Francis’ Motu Proprio “Traditionis Custodes.” The Pope’s July Motu Proprio called on bishops around the world to limit the use of the pre-Vatican II Mass, citing the need for unity as the reason.