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Hitchcock’s Faith Deeper Subtext In His ‘Scary’ Films
October 28, 2010Last week many of my film students were discussing movies they intended to see for Halloween. Several of the students planned to watch Hitchcock films; nobody made as many great scary movies as Hitchcock. I said that I supposed Hitchcock was fine for a Halloween movie night, but that if the students really wanted to […]
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Charismatic Congress Draws On Unity In Diversity
October 28, 2010The Atlanta Catholic Charismatic Renewal (ACCR) community came together at St. Lawrence Church in August for its first congress. The event was called a “first of its kind” because it was the first time Catholics of various cultures came together to implore God for the grace of a new Pentecost of unity. The conference, entitled […]
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Envisioning Faith Formation At Transfiguration
October 28, 2010How can faith formation flourish in Catholic parishes over the next 10 years? On Wednesday, Oct. 17, John Roberto, national speaker and founder of “A Project of Lifelong Faith,” addressed that question and challenged 200 catechists and parish leaders at Transfiguration Church, Marietta. Roberto began the presentation by identifying 13 key trends and forces that […]
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Notable
October 28, 2010Young people at the Elaine Clark Center for Exceptional Children are exploring a new organic and sensory garden. From the first harvest of cantaloupe and squash to basil and other edible and medicinal herbs, the children experience harvesting healthy foods. At the same time, there are sensory herbs for children with sensory and cognitive challenges. […]
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Sister Carol Patron Reflects On 50 Years Of Blessings
October 28, 2010“I have been blessed in my 50 years by a variety of experiences that have enriched me beyond my wildest expectations,” said Sister of St. Joseph of Carondelet Carol Patron, who is celebrating her jubilee year. At present, she ministers at the Sullivan Center, a social service organization to help people in need become self-sustaining, […]
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New Lourdes Pastor Feels ‘Prepared’ To Lead There
October 28, 2010When Father John Adamski retired last June, Dominican Father Jeffery Ott, 44, became the new pastor of Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Atlanta. He is one of two Dominicans serving the parish—Dominican Father Bruce Schultz serves as associate pastor. Father Schultz, a Milwaukee, Wis., native, converted to Catholicism during his young adult life through the […]
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Chef Henry In Spotlight After ‘Nightline’ Win
October 28, 2010The upbeat zydeco music at Henry’s Louisiana Grill greets visitors before stepping into the restaurant. A basketful of Mardi Gras beads are there for the taking. A shrine to Louisiana State University football and the New Orleans Saints covers one wall. And hanging on another is a crucifix. A bustling restaurant in the charming center […]
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As All Saints Day Nears, Pope Canonizes Six
October 28, 2010Pope Benedict XVI proclaimed six new saints, including an Australian nun and a Canadian brother, calling them “shining examples” of holiness and the power of prayer. Thousands of pilgrims from Australia applauded and waved their national flags after the pope pronounced the formula of canonization Oct. 17 in St. Peter’s Square for Blessed Mother Mary […]
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BT Has Its Sights Set On State Volleyball Tourney
October 14, 2010Blessed Trinity won the Area 7 A/AA championship in volleyball Oct. 7 by defeating Wesleyan School, Norcross, 3-1. The team rallied from behind to take game 2, and then won games 3 and 4. The scores were 16-25, 26-24, 25-17, 25-18. Seniors Ali McAlvany and Meghan Morillo led the way with 25 assists each. McAlvany […]
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Tapestry Of Her Life Has Rich, Loving Colors
October 14, 2010To hear out loud that she’s 100 years old sounds “ridiculous” to Mary Brandt Murphy. It makes her laugh. “I lie in bed and think—what—100! Whoever heard of such a thing,” she said, and when she laughs, you can’t help but join in. White-haired, with frailties that come with time, the centenarian says that she […]