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Young Adults Attend ‘Saved In Hope’ Retreat
November 10, 2011It was a weekend of searching, listening and dialogue, both internal and external. Nearly 100 young adults joined Franciscan Friars of the Renewal and Sisters of Life for the “Saved In Hope” retreat, held at Simpsonwood Retreat Center Oct. 14-16. The weekend encouraged the 20- to 40-year-olds to embrace their vulnerability and grow in their […]
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Catholic Charities Class Grows ‘Servant Leaders’
November 10, 2011“Servant leadership” may not be a term taught in business school, but it’s a foundation for the inaugural members of the Catholic Charities Atlanta Leadership Class. More than 40 women and men in middle-management positions at metro area businesses are participating in this new program at Catholic Charities Atlanta. They are drawn from a variety […]
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Reflecting On An Old Soul During All Souls Day
November 2, 2011On October 16, Nettie Singleton, the oldest living member of Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Atlanta, passed away at the age of 102 years old. “Ms. Nettie,” as she was affectionately known by her fellow parishioners, was born in Eatonton, Ga., in 1909. Nettie Singleton attends a 1997 rosary rally. Singleton enrolled in Our Lady […]
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‘Catholics Aren’t Christians’ – And Other Common Myths
October 31, 2011I was once thoroughly stunned when a lady asked me, in all seriousness, whether Catholicism was a cult. This was the first of many times I have found myself attempting to debunk myths about my faith. Following are some rather prevalent ones with ammunition for setting the record straight. Catholics worship Mary. Here’s the truth: […]
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Ghana Bishop Brings Thanks To BT High School
October 27, 2011On a mission filled with joy and thanksgiving, Ghanian Bishop Joseph Francis Kweku Essien, accompanied by Msgr. Simon Assamoah, visited Blessed Trinity High School Oct. 11. “We came to Atlanta to show our gratitude for the help of the BT community and parishes in the area,” said Bishop Essien. “The Blessed Trinity students, teachers and […]
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At Pinecrest, John Paul II Activities Building Open
October 27, 2011Pinecrest Academy’s new John Paul II Lower School Activities Building was dedicated Oct. 4, the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, expanding the school’s 68-acre campus. The building includes a gymnasium. Some 550 people, including Pinecrest families, students, staff, faculty and board members, were on hand for the dedication, which began at 8:15 a.m. with […]
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Novel Depicts ‘Simple Joy Of Everyday Life’
October 27, 2011When my father was dying of cancer, he often said that he would give anything to have an ordinary day—a routine, mundane, boring day like any other typical day that makes up a life. My father was not alone in expressing this sentiment, and anyone who has been sick, or who has cared for someone […]
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Fundraiser To Celebrate PATH Ministry
October 27, 2011The Cathedral of Christ the King will host a fundraising dinner Nov. 10 to recognize the support that PATH (Post-Abortion Treatment and Healing) has given to people through its confidential, scripture-based ministry of comfort and healing for post-abortive men and women. Attendees will hear speaker and singer Kitty Cleveland, who began her full-time music ministry […]
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Kari Beckman To Be Nov. Magnificat Speaker
October 27, 2011The Magnificat breakfast for women will be held Saturday, Nov. 19, at Holy Cross Church in Atlanta with Kari Beckman of Canton as the guest speaker. All women are invited to attend the meal, which is a morning of shared faith, reflection and hospitality. The event sponsored by the Magnificat Joyful Visitation Chapter in Atlanta […]
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Speakers Inform, Challenge At AACCW Conference
October 27, 2011Women from around North and Middle Georgia came together at the 55th annual convention of the Atlanta Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women (AACCW) and learned about a diverse group of topics, including awareness of child sexual abuse, speaking to legislators, medical help for people in South Africa, and effective leadership skills. The convention was held […]