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Consultative groups advising Archbishop Gregory
April 3, 2014ATLANTA—Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory is advised by these groups in making decisions for the archdiocese. Priests’ Council: Composed of over 30 priests of the archdiocese. By canon law they represent all of the priests and assist the archbishop in fulfilling his role as chief pastor. Archdiocesan Pastoral Council: Multicultural group of young, middle-aged and older […]
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Georgia Catholic Conference sees mixed results in 2014 legislative session
April 3, 2014ATLANTA—The Georgia Catholic Conference, working on behalf of the Archdiocese of Atlanta and the Diocese of Savannah, monitored several pieces of legislation during the 2014 session of the Georgia General Assembly. The assembly adjourned on Thursday, March 20, with lawmakers working until midnight. The conference, led by executive director Frank Mulcahy, strongly supported Senate Bill […]
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New hall, pavilion expand Vietnamese parish
April 3, 2014RIVERDALE—The Vietnamese community in Riverdale celebrated the recent expansion of its facilities with the blessing of its new parish hall, called the Holy Martyrs of Viet Nam Parish Hall. About 850 families worship at Our Lady of Vietnam Church, located 13 miles south of downtown Atlanta. The event took place on Sunday, Feb. 2, which […]
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Recent films take on Christian themes, with varying success
April 3, 2014NEW YORK (CNS)—“Noah” (Paramount), which begins as a fairly straightforward recounting of the biblical story of the flood, eventually veers off into a grim, scripturally unfounded drama about a family dispute. This clan conflict is driven by the titular patriarch’s (Russell Crowe) misguided interpretation of God’s purposes in causing the deluge. Though Noah’s extreme pro-nature, […]
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Walter Reeves to speak at Christ Child Society benefit
April 3, 2014ATLANTA—The Christ Child Society of Atlanta will present “Dancing in the Garden with Walter Reeves” Saturday, April 26, with total proceeds going to fund its programs for children and mothers in need. The event features Georgia’s premier gardener, Walter Reeves, as luncheon speaker. The lunch will be at the Capital City Club—Brookhaven, 53 W. Brookhaven […]
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McAuley Award given to Ricks Anderson
April 3, 2014Saint Joseph’s Health System held its annual McAuley Award ceremony in February where Ricks Anderson, a 19-year employee, was recognized with the honor. The recognition applauds a staff member who embodies foundress Catherine McAuley’s ideals of respect for the dignity of all persons, compassion, service and leadership. Venerable Mother McAuley is the foundress of the […]
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Grandparents given Irish welcome at OLA School
April 3, 2014On Friday, March 7, Our Lady of the Assumption School, Atlanta, celebrated Grandparent and Special Others’ Day with a St. Patrick’s Day theme. More than 550 guests enjoyed Irish food in the cafeteria with music provided by the school band. During homeroom visits, guests were treated to student performances. Veterans received special recognition. Active military […] Full Story
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Kennesaw school students explore 17 countries
April 3, 2014St. Catherine of Siena School, in Kennesaw, had its first International Night on Feb. 27. More than 300 people attended the celebration where 17 countries were represented, each with their own unique booth, said Rachel Cowan, a Spanish teacher at the school. Children received personal passports that were stamped after visiting each of the countries. […]
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Georgia House commends Rockdale, Newton Family Promise
April 3, 2014The Family Promise program of New Rock, where St. Pius X Church, Conyers, is a sponsoring church, was commended by the Georgia House of Representatives in March. Five House members with districts overlapping Rockdale and Newton counties co-sponsored House Resolution 1799, recognizing Family Promise for more than two years of helping homeless families with children […] Full Story
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Holy Spirit students visit Spain, Greece
April 3, 2014Two teams of students from Holy Spirit Preparatory School traveled during the March spring break to tour landmarks in Greece and Spain. This marks the second tour in Greece that Scott Schreiber, the chairman of the classics department, has hosted for his classics’ students. For the 13 students, it’s a highlight after studying ancient grammar, […] Full Story