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Seeing Startling Truths In The Lenten Mirror
marzo 9, 2006I love the “before and after” shots of dieters in the newspapers. Invariably, there is a lady in a mountainous dress in the “before” shot, and then a lovely waif in the “after,” and her smile suggests she has the perfect life. The stories tell of her renewed energy and her ability to play various […]
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What I Have Seen and Heard (March 9, 2006)
marzo 9, 2006I just survived a fantastic pastoral workout! This weekend, I celebrated four separate Rites of Election throughout the Archdiocese. I must begin my column this week with a public expression of gratitude to all those who worked with Father Theodore Book and Deacon Lloyd Sutter (and especially Father Book and Deacon Sutter themselves) in organizing […]
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St. Pius X High School Presents ‘Guys and Dolls’
marzo 9, 2006The Pius Players, under the direction of drama teacher Bonnie E. Spark and producer Principal Steve Spellman, will present the musical “Guys and Dolls” in the Msgr. Terry W. Young Center for the Performing Arts at St. Pius X High School. The musical will be performed on Wednesday-Thursday, March 15-16, beginning at 7 p.m.; on […]
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Wreath-Laying Ceremony Set For March 16
marzo 9, 2006The annual memorial ceremony to honor Father Thomas O’Reilly, who was the pastor of the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception during the Civil War, will begin with Mass at 12:10 p.m. on Thursday, March 16, at the downtown church, with a reception following the liturgy. A wreath will be placed at the monument for Father […]
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Mass, Parade Highlight Festivities For St. Patrick’s Day
marzo 9, 2006Published: March 9, 2006 ATLANTA—The Cathedral of Christ the King will be awash in shades of green on March 17 as the annual St. Patrick’s Day Mass is celebrated by Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory at 10 a.m. Sponsored by the Hibernian Benevolent Society of Atlanta, the Mass draws native Irishmen and women, as well as […]
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God’s Path Led New Young Adult Minister To Atlanta
marzo 9, 2006A self-described “military brat,” Dorothy Polchinski moved many times as a child, but the path God created for her has led her to Atlanta. Polchinski, 34, began her new role as archdiocesan director of young adult ministry in mid-February and has brought with her an extensive background in ministry and an enthusiasm for her faith. […]
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Harpist Performing In Lent Extols Ancient Instrument
marzo 9, 2006The Book of Revelation describes a heavenly vision of angels playing golden harps in praise of God amidst bowls of burning incense. In the Book of First Samuel the young shepherd David strums his harp for King Saul when he is tormented, quieting and refreshing his agitated soul. These passages inspire musician Rhett Barnwell as […]
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Music Programs Featured On Lenten Fridays
marzo 9, 2006The Cathedral of Christ the King Lenten Friday Sacred Music Series includes: March 10—Cathedral of Christ the King Contemporary Ensemble will present a Procession of Lenten Readings and Carols. March 17—Cathedral organist Dr. Timothy Wissler, harpist Rhett Barnwell and soprano Victoria Lawson will perform music for voice, harp and organ. March 24—Ken and Elyn Macek, […]
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Emmanuel Community Brings Saint’s Relics To Parish
marzo 9, 2006St. Michael’s Church in Gainesville will hold a parish mission from Monday, March 13, through Sunday, March 19, focusing upon the mercy and the power of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Missionaries from the Emmanuel Community, a worldwide Catholic association of the faithful, will lead the mission. The relics of St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, to […]
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Saint Joseph’s To Host Cancer Survivor Conference
marzo 9, 2006The sixth annual “Sharing the Journey Cancer Survivorship” conference will be held on Saturday, March 25, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Carroll Conference and Education Center at Saint Joseph’s Hospital. This full-day community education program is free to the public and will feature a variety of speakers on cancer-related topics. The day […]