Archives
11,743 results were found for your search for all stories
-
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. […]
-
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, […]
-
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 […]
-
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 […]
-
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 […]
-
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 […]
-
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 […]
-
Funds Help Holy Land Christians To Stay, Priest Says
October 14, 2010The Atlanta Archdiocese section of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulcher of Jerusalem recently hosted Father Peter Vasko, president of the Franciscan Foundation for the Holy Land. He spoke at a dinner following the Mass for Mary, Queen of Palestine, on Sunday, Oct. 3. Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory celebrated the Mass at Holy Spirit […]
-
In Anniversary Year, St. Theresa Aims To Grow In Faith
October 14, 2010At its quarter century mark, members of St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Church paused to celebrate how far the multicultural community has come as it focuses on the future. “Even though St. Theresa’s is a well-established parish, it has a tremendous potential for growth. It’s a good challenge to have,” said the pastor, Father […]
-
One Year Later: Thank You
October 14, 2010It was a year ago, July 7, 2009, that I received a call from Archbishop Gregory that left me speechless, surprised and confused. “The Holy Father appointed you to be my auxiliary bishop,” he said. I was silent. When he prompted me to say something, my only response was, “Wow!” I’m not sure what it […]