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The mysterious link between heaven and earth
September 6, 2018When I recall the day my husband died, just over three years ago, everything is pretty much a blur. I remember my sweet friend Cathy driving me home from the hospital, and I know she gave me supper, which I ate, but don’t recall what it was. Another dear friend Pam came over later, and […]
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Taking on the challenge to restore confidence in the Church
September 6, 2018As you might imagine, I’ve received lots of recommendations over the past month on what I must do to respond to the current crisis. This advice has ranged from livid e-mails and written responses to the more serene but deeply felt suggestions about how to change the Church’s approach to calling our leadership to greater […]
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Bishops of Atlanta province consider ways to lead in the face of crisis
September 6, 2018CHARLESTON, S.C. (CNS)—Priests and bishops from the Province of Atlanta recently spent time considering the abuse crisis in the church, how to respond to it and how to best carry on in serving the faithful. The discussion took place during the Provincial Assembly of Priests and Bishops, Aug. 20-22 at the Francis Marion Hotel in […] Full Story | En Español
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‘Why don’t they help us if they are Christians?’
September 6, 2018I believe it was in the 1996 Olympics that a local bank refused to cash a check from New Mexico, as they did not do so for “foreign countries.” The embarrassing truth is that in the United States we are often uninformed about peoples and geography. This lack of knowledge is particularly obvious when I […]
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The Senior Side: Our hearts are broken … again
September 6, 2018“While much has been done in the Church in the United States to advance the protection of children, youth and all who are vulnerable, the revelations over the last several days and weeks have proven that not enough has been done.” Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory Many senior Catholics, on hearing the latest scandal, probably said […]
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Vocations in Ireland have dwindled due to abuse scandal, pope says
September 6, 2018VATICAN CITY (CNS)—While the faith of Catholics in Ireland is strong, the scandal of abuse and cover-up by church leaders has caused a decline in vocations to the priesthood and religious life, Pope Francis said. During his weekly general audience Aug. 29, the pope led pilgrims in praying a “Hail Mary” to Our Lady of […]
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Pinecrest’s formation director celebrates 25 years in consecrated life
September 6, 2018CUMMING—In her 25 years as a consecrated woman of Regnum Christi, Kathleen Nichols has joyfully labored in formation and administration in Catholic schools around the world, from Spain and Argentina to the United States and Italy. And in giving herself to Christ and heeding his great commission, the Wyoming native has been rewarded a hundredfold […] Full Story
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AACCW to hold annual conference Sept. 21-23
September 6, 2018ATLANTA—The 62nd annual convention of the Atlanta Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women will be held Friday to Sunday, Sept. 21-23, at Atlanta Marriott Northwest at Galleria, 200 Interstate North Parkway, SE, Atlanta. The theme of the event is “In Christ, We Are One.” The convention will include liturgies, workshops, prayer, speakers, fellowship and more. All […]
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Corpus Christi to have second annual Festival of Nations
September 6, 2018STONE MOUNTAIN—Corpus Christi Church will have its free Festival of Nations Sunday, Sept. 16, beginning at 10 a.m. The second annual event is fun for the entire family. The church is located at 600 Mountain View Drive, Stone Mountain. The festival will be held in the church’s lower parking lot. Enjoy food from the various […] Full Story
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Archdiocesan Blue Mass to be celebrated Sept. 11
September 6, 2018ATLANTA—The Archdiocese of Atlanta will celebrate its fourth annual Blue Mass for all public safety officials and first responders at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 11, at the Cathedral of Christ the King, 2699 Peachtree Road, NE, Atlanta. Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory will be the celebrant. In the United States, the Blue Mass tradition began […]