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Living one’s faith–The story of Dot and Louise
By Michael Alexander, Staff Photographer (Photos and Text)
Published July 4, 2013In my travels around the Archdiocese of Atlanta I witness countless people living out their faith. Louise Robinson and Dorothy “Dot” Todd, both 85, have done it consistently for many, many years. Robinson was married for 61 years to her late spouse, Paul, and Todd was married for 57 years to her deceased husband, Robert. […]
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More teens find safety at Covenant House Ga.
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published July 4, 2013ATLANTA—Lanetta Dorsey had a stormy relationship with an aunt who raised her, facing abuse of all kinds before she was tossed out to fend for herself on the streets. “She was calling me everything but my name,” said Dorsey. “I was in and out of garbage. It was really bad.” She faced a nomadic life […] Full Story
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Groups take fortnight to heart
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published July 4, 2013ATLANTA—Catholics around the Atlanta Archdiocese gathered in parishes for prayer, retreat houses for reflection, and even a pizzeria to learn about religious liberty during the Fortnight for Freedom. The U.S. Catholic bishops called for the second Fortnight for Freedom, a time of prayer and fasting to raise awareness of challenges to religious liberty, both nationally […]
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Parishes Host Masses, Events For Religious Freedom
Published June 20, 2013
ATLANTA—Masses for Religious Freedom will be celebrated across the archdiocese during the Fortnight for Freedom, 14 days of prayer and special events held June 21-July 4 to focus on this essential freedom. The U.S. Catholic bishops have called for the Fortnight for Freedom to address many current challenges to religious liberty, including the Aug. 1, […]
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Catholic Schools, Athletes Soar At State
By MICHAEL ALEXANDER, Staff Photographer
Published June 20, 2013ATLANTA—Catholic high schools in the Atlanta Archdiocese, both archdiocesan and independent schools, captured 12 team state championships this spring in golf, soccer, tennis, and track and field. Here is a school-by-school breakdown: State Champions Our Lady of Mercy High School, Fayetteville The girls track and field team captured first place with 68.50 points in the […]
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Six Receive Degrees In Holy Spirit College’s 2013 Class
By FATHER PAUL A. BURKE, Special To The Bulletin
Published June 20, 2013ATLANTA—The feast of St. Matthias, May 14, was the graduation date for Holy Spirit College’s class of 2013. This second graduation class for the school included six, who received one undergraduate and five graduate degrees. Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory celebrated the baccalaureate Mass at St. Mary’s Chapel on the Holy Spirit College campus. The Mass […]
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Looking Back… June 1963
Published June 20, 2013
The June 13, 1963 edition of The Georgia Bulletin carried a front-page question and answer interview with Cardinal Augustine Bea, head of the Vatican Secretariat for Christian Unity. The cardinal had visited the United States in April 1963 and had a fresh look at the ecumenical movement in the U.S. The interview was copyrighted because […]
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Newspaper’s New Design … Unveiled In The Next Issue
By MARY ANNE CASTRANIO, Executive Editor
Published June 20, 2013After many months—maybe even years—it’s almost time. We are eager and ready to move from planning to action. With the first issue in July—the next one—The Georgia Bulletin’s look and organization, both print and online, will be fresh and different. The staff is focused on that deadline, even as we continue to do the work […]
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St. Pius X Student Named To U16 Women’s National Basketball Team
Published June 20, 2013
St. Pius X High School rising junior Asia Durr, of Douglasville, has been selected to the 2013 USA Basketball Women’s U16 National Team. Durr was among 124 players to take to the court at the United States Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs. She was one of 12 players to make the squad. Durr returns to Colorado […]
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New Leaders In Georgia Knights Of Columbus
Published June 20, 2013
From the Diocese of Savannah, Sanford Hillsman, of Albany, is the new state deputy of the Georgia State Council of the Knights of Columbus and will operate as the chief executive for the organization in the state. Hillsman, who had been serving as state secretary, is president of The 100 Black Men of America Chapter […] Full Story
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Thousands Pledge To Pray For Seminarians
Published June 20, 2013
Diana Shertenlieb reported that Alter Christus volunteers and friends had a special project during the 2013 Eucharistic Congress. The organization asked for pledges as part of a Spiritual Bouquet to give to the 2013 seminarians. They collected 3,936 pledges from people who promised to say one rosary each for the seminarians.
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Childhood Passion For Planets Inspired Top Scholar
By PRISCILLA GREEAR, Special To The Bulletin
Published June 20, 2013ATLANTA—As a student at the Westminster Schools, Margaret (Meg) Panetta strove to own what she learned, whether reading Virgil in Latin, playing the bass or applying formulas in physics class. And her active learning approach definitely paid off: She graduated as girls valedictorian and will attend Harvard University. She is the daughter of Dr. Edward […]
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Priest Assignments
Published June 20, 2013
ATLANTA—Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory has announced the following assignments, effective July 1. Father James Dennis Dorner Jr. has been assigned as parochial vicar at St. Thomas More Church, Decatur. Father Feiser Elliott Munoz Polanco has been assigned as parochial vicar at the Cathedral of Christ the King, Atlanta. Father Cong Tan Nguyen has been assigned […]
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Seven Ordained As Priests For Atlanta Archdiocese
By ANDREW NELSON
Published June 20, 2013ATLANTA—Standing in the ornate sanctuary of Holy Spirit Church, Father Tom Shuler prepared the altar and celebrated his first Mass. He was surrounded by priests who had prepared him for this ministry. Friends and family crowded the pews, much like they did after his wife died. “I said my Mass for her. We taught each […]
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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 […] Full Story
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Catholic-Orthodox Event Emphasizes Mother Of God
By FATHER PAUL A. BURKE, Special To The Bulletin
Published June 6, 2013ATLANTA—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 […] Full Story
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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 […]
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Five Ordained As Transitional Deacons For Atlanta
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published June 6, 2013ATLANTA—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
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Court Blocks Part Of Georgia’s Immigration law
Published May 28, 2013
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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 … Continue reading New Disabilities Leader Focuses On Abilities, Inclusion
