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Press release from the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City
May 21, 2013We’re working on a local reaction to the natural disaster that struck Monday night.Here’s the news release from the archdiocese. Archbishop Coakley on devastating tornadoes:“We will walk with the people of Oklahoma through their recovery” The Most Reverend Paul S. Coakley, Archbishop of Oklahoma City, said the members of the archdiocese are appreciative of the […]
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Heads Up: Another Graduating Class Leaves An Artistic Mark
May 16, 2013A few weeks ago I was down at Our Lady of Victory School, Tyrone, for an assignment that was totally unrelated to something I would discover while I was there. On the ceiling tiles above my head were a variety of colorful drawings – all with a religious or spiritual motif. There were images of […]
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5K Benefits Developmentally Disabled Adults
May 9, 2013LILBURN— For the third year in a row, St. John Neumann Church, Lilburn, is joining forces with St. Mary’s Independent Living Extensions (SMILE) for a 5K and one-mile fun run. This year’s event is set for Saturday, May 11, at Lilburn City Park. Organizers and entertainers are donating their time and services, so 100 percent […]
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Collegiate Sports On The Horizon For Seniors
May 9, 2013ATLANTA—A number of graduating high school seniors from the Archdiocese of Atlanta, who are listed below, will be playing sports at various colleges and universities locally and around the country. This list excludes the Catholic athletes announced in the Feb. 14 issue of The Georgia Bulletin, which included those who committed on or prior to […]
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Pope Francis Welcomes Retired Pope Back To Vatican
May 9, 2013VATICAN CITY (CNS)—For the first time in history, the Vatican is home to a pope and a retired pope. Pope Francis welcomed his predecessor, retired Pope Benedict XVI, to the Vatican May 2 outside the convent remodeled for the 86-year-old retired pontiff and five aides. Pope Francis and Pope Benedict entered the convent’s chapel together […]
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Non-Metro Parishes Talk Through Unique Challenges
May 9, 2013ATLANTA—Rural Catholic communities make up one in three parishes in the Atlanta Archdiocese, giving the believers unique challenges, from few resources to long distances to travel for parish celebrations. Leaders from 23 parishes shared ideas at a daylong conference on Thursday, April 25, in Atlanta designed to help church workers in rural communities to brainstorm, […]
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St. Pius X High School recognizes excellence in the archdiocese
May 9, 2013The Chi-Rho Award from St. Pius X High School is presented to eighth-graders who, in the judgment of the faculty, possess qualities of faith, determination, caring and integrity. The 2013 Chi-Rho Award winners are: Andrea Werner, St. John Neumann Regional School, Lilburn; John Brown, St. Peter Claver Regional School, Decatur; Sarah Schantz, Holy Redeemer School, Johns Creek; […]
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New students join St. Mary School Junior Beta Club
May 9, 2013St. Mary School Junior Beta Club recently accepted 25 fifth-graders and two sixth-graders. The National Beta Club, open to students from 5th to 12th grades, promotes academic achievement, character, leadership and service. Its motto is “Let Us Lead by Serving Others.” The newest members are: Audrey McFall, Alex Kirby, Walter Echanique, Logan Sheets, Lucas Hua, Sarah […]
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Celebration at the cathedral for Msgr. McNamee
May 9, 2013On Wednesday, April 17, Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory celebrated a Mass of thanksgiving and investiture for Msgr. Frank McNamee, rector of the Cathedral of Christ the King, Atlanta, who was elevated to the rank of monsignor this spring. Several hundred people attended the event, including members of the Knights of Columbus, fellow priests and deacons, […]
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MAP Brings Medical Aid To Missionaries, Clinics
May 9, 2013ATLANTA—Scott Walters doesn’t mind holding out a tin cup. In fact, he loves it. “I tell people I have the world’s best job. I have the privilege of begging for the poor,” said Walters, the chief development officer for MAP International. “It’s truly humbling and a joyful, joyful experience,” he said. A member of St. […]