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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 […] Full Story | En Español
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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 […] Full Story
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IHM school nurse dispenses kindness
February 7, 2019ATLANTA—In her 20 years as a school nurse Brenda Conlon learned a few things she didn’t acquire at nursing school. A piece of chocolate slowly melting on a tongue can be a cure for an anxious child. A chat can do wonders. For her efforts to care for the more than 500 students and staff […] Full Story
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Images have power to advance hope, joy
February 7, 2019Each year at our archdiocesan Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. youth event, the performance of the kindergarteners from St. Thomas More School captures the hearts of the audience members. Even as they demonstrate all the traits and antics one expects from a group of precocious 5-year-olds, these youngsters are charming in their innocence. Even more […]
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Pope: Respect, dialogue key for peace between Christians, Muslims
February 6, 2019VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis said his recent visit to the United Arab Emirates, while brief, was a new page in relations between Christians and Muslims at a time when conflict and violence threaten the goal of lasting peace. Recalling his Feb. 3-5 visit to Abu Dhabi, the pope said during his weekly general […] Full Story
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Archbishop ordains eight men to permanent diaconate
January 31, 2019ATLANTA—Eight men were ordained to serve as permanent deacons in the Archdiocese of Atlanta on Saturday, Jan. 26 at the Cathedral of Christ the King. Speaking before the congregation and the men, Atlanta Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory charged the deacons to fulfill their ministries as “icons of Christ the servant.” Their ministry in the diaconate […]
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Parishes, schools urged to take part in CRS Rice Bowl campaign
January 28, 2019BALTIMORE—A young South Sudanese refugee raising her siblings in Uganda’s Bidi Bidi refugee settlement. A father returning home after decades of civil war in Sri Lanka to find his farm overgrown. A young woman unable to find work in Gaza—and forbidden from seeking opportunity abroad. These are just some of the stories participants will explore […] Full Story
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A history pop quiz with purpose
January 28, 2019I loved to give pop quizzes to my students during my 33 years at St. Pius X High School. One time, to check their understanding of their place in history, I asked them, “Who do you think was president when Father Lopez was born?” They all wrote, “LINCOLN!” In this column, I’d like to give […]
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St. Catherine of Siena School mascot wins national contest
January 28, 2019KENNESAW—The community of St. Catherine Siena School came together to vote for the school pet, Blaze, in the national habitat contest organized by “Pets in the Classroom.” Blaze, a bearded dragon, won the contest by one vote, although it was a close race on the last day of voting. The pet’s caretaker is fifth grade […] Full Story