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No boring homilies, pope tells 19 new priests at ordination
May 1, 2015VATICAN CITY (CNS)—Ordaining 19 men to the priesthood, Pope Francis not only told them to make sure their homilies were not boring, but he offered them advice on how to ensure their preaching would touch people: Speak from your heart. Priests are called to nourish the faithful, he said, so they must ensure “that your […]
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Meter reader honors mother’s sacrifices, retirement by giving to 21 Catholic schools
April 30, 2015ATLANTA—Jeannie Byrd was a single mother of two young sons when she moved to Georgia 40 years ago. Byrd worked in the field of social work and was determined to provide sons Marlon and Carlton a Catholic education for as long as possible. “It was a no-brainer,” said Byrd about the boys’ schooling. As Mother’s […]
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Meet seven graduating seniors who’ve inspired others
April 30, 2015Click on their photos to see videos and read their stories. ATLANTA—The school year is fast approaching its inevitable conclusion, and those long-awaited graduation ceremonies loom. Following an annual tradition, The Georgia Bulletin has taken the opportunity to shine the spotlight on some of the extraordinary high school seniors who grace our Catholic schools in … Continue reading Meet seven graduating seniors who’ve inspired others
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Marietta parish, synagogue come together for Holocaust remembrance service
April 30, 2015MARIETTA—In the beginning, the church sanctuary was in darkness. Small flames passed from one candle to another until finally six large shiva candles were lit, a Jewish symbol of mourning. The congregation heard the challenging poem by Lutheran pastor and theologian Friedrich Martin Niemöller. “First they came for the socialists, and I did not speak […]
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Class of 2015: Illness built resilience in Monsignor Donovan star pitcher
April 30, 2015Following an annual tradition, The Georgia Bulletin has taken the opportunity to shine the spotlight on some of the extraordinary high school seniors who grace our Catholic schools in the area. Leaders at the seven Catholic high schools in the Atlanta Archdiocese were asked to nominate a graduating student they believe represents a role model […]
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Class of 2015: Love of children draws ‘warm-hearted’ Marist student to medicine
April 30, 2015Following an annual tradition, The Georgia Bulletin has taken the opportunity to shine the spotlight on some of the extraordinary high school seniors who grace our Catholic schools in the area. Leaders at the seven Catholic high schools in the Atlanta Archdiocese were asked to nominate a graduating student they believe represents a role model […]
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Class of 2015: New heart motivates Pinecrest athlete to do something good every day
April 30, 2015Following an annual tradition, The Georgia Bulletin has taken the opportunity to shine the spotlight on some of the extraordinary high school seniors who grace our Catholic schools in the area. Leaders at the seven Catholic high schools in the Atlanta Archdiocese were asked to nominate a graduating student they believe represents a role model […]
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Class of 2015: Shy newcomer at Mercy blossoms into cheerleader, role model
April 30, 2015Following an annual tradition, The Georgia Bulletin has taken the opportunity to shine the spotlight on some of the extraordinary high school seniors who grace our Catholic schools in the area. Leaders at the seven Catholic high schools in the Atlanta Archdiocese were asked to nominate a graduating student they believe represents a role model […]
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Class of 2015: Energetic student ‘a credit’ to church, SPX community that embraced her
April 30, 2015Following an annual tradition, The Georgia Bulletin has taken the opportunity to shine the spotlight on some of the extraordinary high school seniors who grace our Catholic schools in the area. Leaders at the seven Catholic high schools in the Atlanta Archdiocese were asked to nominate a graduating student they believe represents a role model […]
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Class of 2015: Holy Spirit senior builds ‘Bridge’ between upper, lower grades
April 30, 2015Following an annual tradition, The Georgia Bulletin has taken the opportunity to shine the spotlight on some of the extraordinary high school seniors who grace our Catholic schools in the area. Leaders at the seven Catholic high schools in the Atlanta Archdiocese were asked to nominate a graduating student they believe represents a role model […]