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After the Vatican’s summit on abuse, the stakes are clear
February 25, 2019VATICAN CITY (CNS)—The long-awaited “Meeting on the Protection of Minors in the Church,” nicknamed the abuse summit, was an extraordinary and historic gathering that surpassed many expectations while perhaps disappointing others. Historic in that it brought together the heads of 114 bishops’ conferences from the entire world, as well as the leaders of religious congregations, […]
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Cardinal: Can the church step up, lead way in protecting children?
February 22, 2019VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Only together, by humbly sharing their experiences, encouragement and corrective advice, can the bishops and leaders in the Catholic Church work to prevent the abuse of minors and help bring healing to survivors, said the head of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India. Church leaders also must cooperate fully with local […]
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Religious superiors admit denial, slowness to act against abuse
February 22, 2019VATICAN CITY (CNS)—Twisted ideas of power and authority in the Catholic Church have contributed to the clerical sexual abuse crisis, leaders of religious orders said, but sometimes the positive “sense of family” in their own communities also made them slow to act. “Pope Francis rightly attacks the culture of clericalism which has hindered our fight […]
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Holy Spirit Prep repeats as GISA State Swim Champions
February 21, 2019ATLANTA—The Holy Spirit Preparatory School varsity boys swim team successfully defended its 2018 state championship title by taking first place at the 2019 Georgia Independent School Association (GISA), Class AAA state swim meet held at Georgia Tech’s McAuley Aquatic Center, January 26. The team is coached by Star Brackin. This year’s win closely mirrored last […]
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Annual Appeal a reminder to act upon the love and grace of God
February 21, 2019ATLANTA—The Archdiocese of Atlanta conducts an annual campaign, as is the case in most dioceses in the United States, to help fund the work of its offices and ministries throughout north and central Georgia. The Archbishop’s Annual Appeal commenced in January and concludes in December. The appeal will include an in-pew pledge process held in […]
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Founders of two Atlanta area Catholic schools announce retirements
February 21, 2019ATLANTA—Debra Orr, who started Notre Dame Academy, Duluth, and Deacon Bill Garrett, who helped Cristo Rey Atlanta Jesuit High School get off the ground, both will be leaving their positions. Orr, the head of school, will step down at the end of the school year as members of the first graduating class of Notre Dame […]
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Catholic Church leaders at Vatican begin historic summit on clerical sexual abuse of minors.
February 21, 2019“Faced with widespread and growing discomfort following new reports and revelations of very serious cases of sexual abuse involving members of the clergy, on September 12, 2018, at the end of one of the meetings of the Council of Cardinals it was announced that the Holy Father had decided to call a meeting in the […]
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Streaming video, resources for the Vatican Summit on the Protection of Minors in the Church
February 21, 2019VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Catholics need to know that their leaders “mean business” when it comes to protecting minors from abuse, the Vatican’s top abuse investigator told representatives of the world’s bishops and religious orders. “They should come to know us as friends of their safety and that of their children and youth. We will […]
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Blessed Trinity students build tiny home to share
February 21, 2019ROSWELL—Rosie Nemec wasn’t going to let the lack of experience with circular saws, nail guns, impact drills and other construction tools stop her. A graduating senior, Nemec hopes to be a nurse. However, the chance to work with her hands to build a home—and not just any home, but a popular tiny house for a […] Full Story
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Local Catholic student athletes sign on to play college sports
February 21, 2019ATLANTA—This year’s National Signing Day took place on Wednesday, Feb. 6. Catholics seniors in public, private and Catholic high schools joined other athletes around the country by making it official when they signed binding national letters of intent to play collegiate sports at the college or university of their choice. The list below includes area […]