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Like father, like son
August 31, 2016Almost two months ago I met and photographed nine-year-old Jackson Kelly for a Georgia Bulletin story surrounding Jackson being recognized the Georgia winner of First Lady Michelle Obama’s fifth annual Healthy Lunchtime Challenge, a nationwide recipe contest that promotes cooking and healthy eating among children ages 8-12. Nearly a week before our photo session, Jackson […]
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Mother Teresa: ‘Do small things with great love’
August 30, 2016KOLKATA, India (CNS)—A favorite motto of Blessed Teresa of Kolkata was: “Do small things with great love.” But the “small things” she did so captivated the world that she was showered with honorary degrees and other awards, almost universally praised by the media and sought out by popes, presidents, philanthropists and other figures of wealth […]
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Jam session brings a cool vibe to Chancery workday
August 19, 2016SMYRNA—Brendan Dudley jammed with a pianist and a saxophonist as he played the drums in the dorms of the Catholic University of America. “The three of us would rock out, have fun, and the hallway went crazy,” he said, surrounded by the drums of his trap set. The crew, dubbed The Incandescents, would count on […]
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‘Third and 8’ with Holy Spirit’s new head football coach
August 19, 2016ATLANTA—In April, Shawn Coury was introduced as the new head football coach at Holy Spirit Prep School. He succeeded David Rosenzweig, who led the team to a 9-12 record over two seasons, while also serving as the upper school assistant principal and social sciences department chair. “We appreciate everything he (Rosenzweig) has done for the […]
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Commercials with inviting message about Catholic Church hit movie screens
August 19, 2016NEW ORLEANS (CNS)—They represent a captive audience—the hundreds of people inside a movie theater waiting for the big screen to light up with the film they paid good money to see. Now the Archdiocese of New Orleans, perhaps in a bow to “Star Trek” and Pope Francis’ evangelizing message of encounter, will boldly go where […]
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St. John Vianney holds a Taste Fest
August 18, 2016LITHIA SPRINGS—Hundreds of parishioners attended the Taste of St. John Vianney Church in Lithia Springs on Saturday, Aug. 6. Under various tents cuisine from Africa, Asia, Central America, Europe and South America was served to eager patrons. In addition to the food, the festival included games, face painting, music and a large water slide for […]
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Teacher gives up her local classroom to launch a school in Haiti
August 18, 2016DULUTH—As Meagan Bradford’s two months of work as a missionary in Haiti ended, she thought about her waiting dream job, a classroom teacher at Duluth’s Notre Dame Academy. However, a chance encounter with a youngster on a visit to the island months later made her rethink where she should teach. “It was the smallest encounter […]
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Hispanic leaders challenged to take resources, put them to work in parishes
August 18, 2016SMYRNA—Over 90 Spanish-speaking leaders from about 30 parishes participated Aug. 6 in the annual Encounter of Hispanic Ministries, where they received formation, practical resources and inspiration to more intentionally grow and integrate their ministries in parishes and deaneries. They were then sent forth to catechize and evangelize the faithful and fortify Hispanic ministries across north […]
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Masses in Atlanta to celebrate canonization of St. Teresa of Kolkata
August 18, 2016ATLANTA—Two special Masses are planned in the Atlanta Archdiocese for St. Teresa of Kolkata, on Sunday, Sept. 4, the day of her canonization in Rome, and Monday, Sept. 5, the day designated as her feast day. All are invited to participate in the Masses and celebrations. On Sunday, Sept. 4, at 6 p.m., the day […]
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Revival for Catholic parents will breathe new life into the vocation of parenting
August 18, 2016ATLANTA—The Catholic Parent Revival (CPR) is coming to archdiocesan parishes beginning in September with programs in English and Spanish. The program for parents and grandparents is part of the Strong Catholic Families National Initiative and uses music and song, inspiring messages, stories and prayer to support and motivate. CPR evenings in English will be held […]