Parishes
Groundskeeper Carl Hall helps unload food donations at the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Atlanta. The church is celebrating 175 years. Photo by Johnathon Kelso
Atlanta
The welcoming tradition of Atlanta’s Shrine
At the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, it announces a “bold faith” lived by a “bold church.” And that’s how it’s been since it began. The parish recently marked its 175th anniversary.
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Advent events announced
By GEORGIA BULLETIN STAFF
Published November 30, 2023Advent begins Sunday, Dec. 3 and is the beginning of a new liturgical year. Symbolized by the color purple, the season of Advent includes the four Sundays and weekdays leading up to Christmas. From penance services to programs of lessons and carols, here’s a sampling of events marking this season of reflection.
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For 25 years Ukrainian Catholic Church provides comfort, community
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published November 16, 2023In October 1998, Mother of God Ukrainian Catholic Church, east of Atlanta, was dedicated to serve the region’s Ukrainian immigrant community. There are about 200 members of the church, half of them with ties to Ukraine.
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Georgia Attorney General warns of scams targeting faith-based communities
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Editor
Published November 7, 2023On Oct. 16, Attorney General Chris Carr warned Georgians of an imposter scam targeting faith-based communities. In the scams, fraudsters pose as religious leaders to try and trick parishioners and congregants into sending them money.
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