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Georgia Promise Scholarship applications open through April 15

Catholic Schools Superintendent Patty Childs is reminding parents to explore the new Georgia Promise Scholarship program. The official student application process will remain open until April 15. 

• Converts find peace and belonging at Rite of Election

  

  By NATALIA DURON, Staff Writer
  Published March 20, 2025

  The Archdiocese of Atlanta is set to welcome nearly 3,000 men and women into the church following the Rite of Election.

• Remembering a heroic Atlanta Irishman 

  

  By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
  Published March 19, 2025

  Father Thomas O’Reilly was honored by city officials, Irish government ministers and members of the city’s oldest civic group at the annual City Hall celebration for his efforts during the Civil War.

• Advocates promote protection for the unborn at annual March for Life 

  

  By NATALIA DURON, Staff Writer
  Published March 11, 2025

  People of all backgrounds gathered in Atlanta March 6 for the annual March for Life. “May our voices be strong but filled with love,” prayed Archbishop Hartmayer at the event.