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Knights of Columbus distribute children’s coats at pre-Super Bowl event
February 8, 2019FOREST PARK—Former Atlanta Falcon Brian Finneran and former Atlanta Falcons Assistant Coach Eric Sutulovich joined the Coats for Kids effort of the Knights of Columbus Jan. 26. Some 600 children in need received new winter coats at San Felipe de Jesus Mission in Forest Park. Archbishop Wilton Gregory, Father Kevin Peek, chaplain for the Atlanta […] Full Story
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Meet the Class of 2019 permanent deacons in the Archdiocese of Atlanta
February 8, 2019New deacons have taken up their responsibilities since their ordination on Saturday, Jan. 26, at the Cathedral of Christ the King, Atlanta. There were eight men called as “servant ministers in the very image of Christ Jesus,” as Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory described the ministry. The new deacons come from varied backgrounds and careers, from […]
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Youth ministers earn ‘Companions on the Journey’ awards
February 7, 2019SMYRNA—Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory honored leaders in youth ministry and graduates of a University of Dayton faith formation certificate program during a Monday, Jan. 14 parish catechetical leader awards luncheon at the Chancery of the archdiocese. The archbishop celebrated Mass prior to the ceremony. He presented three Companions on the Journey Awards of the National […]
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Mercy boys come up short after second-half rally
February 7, 2019FAYETTEVILLE—The Our Lady of Mercy boys’ basketball team almost overcame a 10-point halftime deficit on Feb. 1, but Trinity Christian School, Sharpsburg, held on to defeat them 48-41. At the beginning of the third period, Mercy went on 10-0 run to pull to within four points, but with less than 1:00 remaining in the period, […] Full Story
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Notre Dame Academy girls defend the home court
February 7, 2019DULUTH—After getting a five-game winning streak snapped by Holy Spirit Preparatory School, Atlanta in the previous game, Notre Dame Academy girls started a new one after defeating Brandon Hall School, Atlanta, 48-10. Notre Dame never trailed in the Jan. 31 game at its gymnasium in the school’s George Student Center. Notre Dame Academy center Josephine […] Full Story
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Archbishop honors staff of Catholic schools
February 7, 2019ATLANTA—Schools in the Archdiocese of Atlanta observed Catholic Schools week Jan. 27-Feb. 2 with Masses and activities for students and families. Sponsored by the National Catholic Educational Association, Catholic Schools Week is an annual celebration. The observance’s focus is the value Catholic education provides to young people and its contributions to the church and communities. […]
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Suzanne Haugh to speak at Magnificat March 9
February 7, 2019ATLANTA—Journalist and teacher Suzanne Haugh, who was inspired to aid and accompany youth and young adults of the world in their journeys of faith, will be the guest speaker at the March Magnificat meal. All women are invited to attend the Magnificat, which will be held on Saturday, March 9, at Holy Cross Church, Atlanta. […] Full Story
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Atlanta’s faithful take a stand for life
February 7, 2019ATLANTA—As Catholics began to learn of a new state law in New York that radically expanded abortion, Atlanta parishioners and students took part in a positive witness for the dignity of all life. Groups and individuals from across the Archdiocese of Atlanta attended the annual Mass for the Unborn and Stand for Life at the […]
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OLM honoree keeps school running well
February 7, 2019FAYETTEVILLE—Jorge Londoño, native of Colombia, South America, is the plant operator for Our Lady of Mercy High School and ensures the school’s various systems from electrical to plumbing are running smoothly. Londoño, also an OLM parent, is this year’s Catholic Schools Week staff honoree for the Fayetteville high school. “I love to be here. It […]
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Marist’s Martin encourages teachers to be authentic
February 7, 2019ATLANTA—John Martin would in the past show Atlanta teens the world with photos and maps using overhead projectors. Now, laptop-carrying students have the world’s knowledge at their fingertips on the web. “If I had this stuff when I was growing up, I would have been blown away. I would have gone nuts, said Martin, who […]