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Archbishop Hartmayer responds to President Trump’s pope criticism

Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer OFM Conv., responded to President Donald Trump’s criticism of Pope Leo XIV in an April 13 statement.

• Basilica to host Vigil for Peace

  

  By GEORGIA BULLETIN STAFF
  Published April 9, 2026

  In response to Pope Leo XIV’s call for prayers for peace, the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in Atlanta will host a one-hour Vigil for Peace Saturday, April 11, at 6 p.m.

• Archdiocese to launch virtual Catholic high school this fall

  

  By NATALIA DURON, Staff Writer
  Published April 8, 2026

  The Archdiocese of Atlanta is introducing a fully online high school program this fall, expanding access to Catholic education for students across Georgia and beyond.  

• Bishop Konzen submits resignation letter, reflects on vocation

  

  By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
  Published April 8, 2026

  Bishop Joel M. Konzen, SM, who recently submitted his resignation letter to the Vatican, reflected on his ministry as a priest and member of the Society of Mary. He called religious vocations “a joyful life.”