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Decatur

Georgia bishops advocate for Haitians facing uncertain future

Thousands of Haitian residents in Georgia are facing possible removal from the United States after the withdrawal of a special immigration status. At Sts. Peter and Paul Church, Decatur, people are missing from the pews during the Haitian community Mass out of fear of leaving their homes, said worshippers. 

• Sons of Atlanta: Record seminarian class reflects growing culture of vocations in archdiocese

  

  By NATALIA DURON
  Published August 6, 2026

  Twenty-six men in the Archdiocese of Atlanta applied to enter the seminary this year, and 20 were accepted, making it the largest incoming class in the archdiocese’s history. Vocations leaders say the milestone reflects years of work to strengthen priestly formation and build a culture of discernment.

• Mary Our Queen’s new murals: Under the saint’s prayerful gaze

  

  By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
  Published August 6, 2026

  Two larger-than-life murals featuring the Blessed Virgin Mary now beautify the sanctuary of Mary Our Queen Church following a July installation. Bishop Konzen will bless the new sacred art murals on Aug. 23.

• New program in Archdiocese of Atlanta helps students grow in faith

  

  By NATALIA DURON
  Published August 5, 2026

  Run to Jesus, a new program in the Archdiocese of Atlanta, will teach children and teenagers how to deepen their relationship with Christ while facing everyday challenges.