Georgia Bulletin

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• Looking Back… June 1963

  Published June 6, 2013

  The Georgia Bulletin issue of June 3, 1963, announced the death of Pope John XXIII. A special eight-page edition of the Catholic newspaper was published in memory of the pontiff on the day of his death. In his statement, Archbishop Paul J. Hallinan wrote: “The news of Pope John’s death leaves the world saddened, and […]

• Catholic-Orthodox Event Emphasizes Mother Of God

  

  By FATHER PAUL A. BURKE, Special To The Bulletin
  Published June 6, 2013

  ATLANTA—Holy Spirit Church hosted the eighth Catholic-Orthodox Ecumenical Gathering on May 14, with Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory and Metropolitan Alexios of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Atlanta officiating. In celebration of the Year of Faith and the Marian year in the Archdiocese of Atlanta, the theme of the gathering was the Most Blessed Theotokos, the […]

• Archbishop Announces New Priest Assignments

  Published June 6, 2013

  ATLANTA—Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory has announced the following priest assignments. The assignments are effective July 1. NEW PASTORS Father Juan Areiza has been assigned as pastor at St. Francis of Assisi Church, Blairsville. This is his first pastorate. Father Gilbert Exume has been assigned as pastor at St. Matthew Church, Winder. This is his first […]

• Five Ordained As Transitional Deacons For Atlanta

  

  By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
  Published June 6, 2013

  ATLANTA—A diverse group of men were ordained May 25 as transitional deacons, charged to preach the Gospel and to champion the poor, the forgotten and the neglected. Among the five men are natives of Haiti, Puerto Rico and Mexico, along with an African-American and a deacon with Korean and American heritage. They range from 34 […] Full Story

• Court Blocks Part Of Georgia’s Immigration law

  Published May 28, 2013

• New Disabilities Leader Focuses On Abilities, Inclusion

  Published May 23, 2013

  ATLANTA—Maggie Rousseau dove right into the hubbub that is Toni’s Camp. It’s a “marvelous evangelical opportunity to spread love,” she said about her introduction to the annual weekend retreat camp in the Atlanta Archdiocese that attracts about 100 people with disabilities. “It’s such a faith-building environment.” Rousseau was just a few days on the job […] Full Story

• Order of Malta Honored With Celebrate Life Award

  

  By GIGI MEYERS, Special To The Bulletin
  Published May 23, 2013

  ATLANTA—The Advice and Aid Pregnancy Problem Center, Atlanta’s only Catholic crisis pregnancy center, focuses at the core on its mission of protecting the rights of the unborn. Through the introduction of both health and educational options, the center offers ongoing support and assistance to mothers in crisis and their babies, providing them an alternative to […]

• ‘Taste Of Life’ Fundraiser To Benefit Living Room

  Published May 23, 2013

  ATLANTA—Taste of Life, the annual food and wine tasting event benefiting Living Room, Inc., a nonprofit agency that helps low-income families and individuals affected by HIV acquire and maintain safe and affordable housing, will be held Saturday, June 8, from 8 to 10 p.m. at Holy Cross Church, 3773 Chamblee Tucker Road, Atlanta. Guests will […] Full Story

• Looking Back… May 1963

  Published May 23, 2013

  The Georgia Bulletin issue of May 23, 1963, includes a front-page story expressing concern over the health of Pope John XXIII. Vatican officials announced May 21 that he would go on retreat within a few days. No authoritative comment was made publicly about the pope’s health, but all private audiences and regularly scheduled conferences with […] Full Story

• Eight Priests Celebrate Ministries Of 25, 50 Years

  

  By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
  Published May 23, 2013

  ATLANTA—Two hundred and fifty years of priesthood were celebrated at the Cathedral of Christ the King when eight men were honored Wednesday, May 15, at the annual Mass for priests marking milestones of 25 and 50 years of service to the faithful. Two had golden anniversaries. Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory saluted the men for their […] Full Story

• A Redesign For The Georgia Bulletin

  By MARY ANNE CASTRANIO, Executive Editor
  Published May 23, 2013

  It’s time for a change at The Georgia Bulletin. I’m happy to announce that with the July 4 issue, we’ll unveil the latest version of The Georgia Bulletin: a fresh, new print edition and the launch of a matching website. This is a project that has been in the works for some time. The last […] Full Story

• Collegiate Sports On The Horizon For Seniors

  Published May 9, 2013

  ATLANTA—A number of graduating high school seniors from the Archdiocese of Atlanta, who are listed below, will be playing sports at various colleges and universities locally and around the country. This list excludes the Catholic athletes announced in the Feb. 14 issue of The Georgia Bulletin, which included those who committed on or prior to […]

• Non-Metro Parishes Talk Through Unique Challenges

  By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
  Published May 9, 2013

  ATLANTA—Rural Catholic communities make up one in three parishes in the Atlanta Archdiocese, giving the believers unique challenges, from few resources to long distances to travel for parish celebrations. Leaders from 23 parishes shared ideas at a daylong conference on Thursday, April 25, in Atlanta designed to help church workers in rural communities to brainstorm, […] Full Story

• MAP Brings Medical Aid To Missionaries, Clinics

  

  By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
  Published May 9, 2013

  ATLANTA—Scott Walters doesn’t mind holding out a tin cup. In fact, he loves it. “I tell people I have the world’s best job. I have the privilege of begging for the poor,” said Walters, the chief development officer for MAP International. “It’s truly humbling and a joyful, joyful experience,” he said. A member of St. […]

• Looking Back… April-May 1963

  Published May 9, 2013

  Issues of The Georgia Bulletin in April and May 1963 are dominated by the publication of “Pacem in Terris,” the encyclical on peace of Pope John XXIII. The 11,000-word papal letter was issued on April 10, 1963, and the full text in English was published as a special supplement to The Georgia Bulletin of April […] Full Story

• Pilgrims To Fatima Include Many Devoted Popes

  

  By GRETCHEN KEISER, Staff Writer
  Published May 9, 2013

  ATLANTA—Pope Francis, in asking that his papacy be consecrated to Our Lady of Fatima, continues the close interrelationship between popes and this 20th-century apparition of Mary. On May 13, 2013, the bishops of Portugal are expected to pray on Pope Francis’ behalf this prayer of consecration, as he has asked them to do. Fatima, located […] Full Story

• Mortarboards To Fly In May For Class Of 2013

  Published May 9, 2013

  ATLANTA—Seven Catholic high schools will hold their commencement exercises in May and six have announced their 2013 valedictorians and salutatorians. The graduations are listed below. Archdiocesan High Schools St. Pius X High School, Atlanta The commencement ceremony for St. Pius X High School, Atlanta, will be held on Saturday, May 18, at 9:30 a.m. at […]

• Priest Assignments

  Published May 9, 2013

  ATLANTA—Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory has announced the following changes in priest assignments. Marist Father John Bolduc was assigned to assist with the Hispanic ministry at Our Lady of the Assumption Church, Atlanta, and as part-time campus minister for the Hispanic Ministry at Marist School, Atlanta, effective March 15. Bishop David P. Talley has been designated […]

• Jubilee Mass To Honor Eight Priests

  Published May 9, 2013

  ATLANTA—The Catholic community is invited to attend a Jubilee Mass, joining eight priests serving in the Archdiocese of Atlanta as they celebrate milestones. The Mass is Wednesday, May 15, at the Cathedral of Christ the King, Atlanta, at 10:30 a.m. Priests marking their 25th ordination anniversary are: Archimandrite John Azar, pastor, St. John Chrysostom Melkite […] Full Story

• Artistic Gift Blossoms For Marist Student Overcoming Dyslexia

  

  By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
  Published May 9, 2013

  ATLANTA—The second-floor art room is where Sarah Piper goes to get away. The high school senior’s art portfolio gives her a break from the words and numbers that challenge her. “It is something that has helped me so much. I never found myself good with words, especially with dyslexia. I just hated writing and reading […]