Atlanta
-
Archbishop Gregory: Nation ‘Divided Against Itself’ On Right To Life
By STEPHEN O'KANE, Staff Writer
Published January 12, 2012Echoing the Gospel reading from St. Mark, Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory said Jan. 23 that the United States is a “kingdom divided against itself” regarding the life issue, and “if a kingdom is divided against itself that kingdom cannot stand.” “We are a nation that was born while proclaiming life to be among the greatest […] Full Story
-
Priest Assignment
Published January 6, 2012
Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory has announced the following change in priest assignment. Father Jaime Rivera has been assigned as parochical vicar at St. Pius X Church, Conyers, effective Jan. 2.
-
Saint Joseph’s Hospital, Emory Partnership Begins
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published January 5, 2012ATLANTA—Saint Joseph’s Hospital has formed a new venture with Emory Healthcare. As of Jan. 1, it is now part of a joint operating company, which combines Saint Joseph’s with the Emory Johns Creek Hospital, under the Emory Healthcare umbrella. Emory Healthcare is the majority stakeholder. However, Saint Joseph’s will remain sponsored by its founders, the […]
-
What I have Seen and Heard
By MOST REVEREND WILTON D. GREGORY
Published January 5, 2012 -
Pro-Life Activities In The Archdiocese Set For Jan. 22-23
Published January 5, 2012
The Respect Life Ministry of the Archdiocese of Atlanta is sponsoring several activities in January, including a lock-in for teens and a Mass, to observe the 39th anniversary of the legalization of abortion in the U.S. The U.S. Supreme Court legalized abortion in America on Jan. 22, 1973, with its Roe v. Wade and Doe […] Full Story
-
Local Woman Never Doubted Relative Would Be Saint
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published January 5, 2012Meg Burnett remembers sitting on the convent porch overlooking the garden and the tropical scene where her great-great-aunt lived and worked among those afflicted with leprosy. Now, that great-great-aunt is to be recognized as a saint by the Catholic Church. “It’s almost incredible that we have a saint among us,” said Burnett about Blessed Marianne […] Full Story
-
Changes Planned For This Year’s King Celebration
Published January 5, 2012
The archdiocesan Martin Luther King, Jr. Weekend Celebration will include the 28th annual Mass celebrating the life and legacy of King on Saturday, Jan. 14, and a youth celebration on Sunday, Jan. 15, as well as a new partnership this year—a food drive sponsored by the archdiocesan Office for Black Catholic Ministry (OBCM) together with […] Full Story
-
Couples Invited To Celebrate Marriage At Valentine Ball
Published January 5, 2012
From now through Feb. 14, retailers will be busy convincing couples they need to purchase that perfect Valentine’s Day gift for their spouse. Extravagant dinners, jewelry, roses and candy are a few popular ways of celebrating. In stores, when the Christmas decorations come down, the hearts go up. This year, consider a different way of […]
-
‘Christmas For All’ Event Reaches Children In Need
By STEPHEN O'KANE, Staff Writer
Published January 5, 2012Many people, lay and ordained, came together last month to provide a Christmas celebration for the residents of the South Colony Mobile Home Park. It was the third year that volunteers brought gifts, food and good tidings to the community in South Atlanta. Rick Walker, a parishioner at Holy Trinity Church, Peachtree City, has been […] Full Story
-
Order of Malta to Host Mass, Anointing of the Sick
By GIGI MEYERS, Special To The Bulletin
Published January 5, 2012“Lord, when did we see you hungry or thirsty or a stranger or naked or sick or in prison and did not minister to you?” This famous verse in the Gospel of Matthew illustrates the responsibility that members of the Order of Malta accept as their duty when making a commitment to join this 900-year-old […]
-
Catholic-Orthodox Ecumenical Event Set For Jan. 24
Published January 5, 2012
Holy Spirit Church is scheduled to host a Catholic-Orthodox Ecumenical Gathering on Tuesday, Jan. 24, at 7 p.m. The event includes a reception in McDonough Hall. Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory and Archbishop Alexios, the Greek Orthodox Metropolitan of Atlanta, will preside at the gathering, which will also feature music by the Chantors of Annunciation Greek […] Full Story
-
What The Magi Saw That Night
By LORRAINE V. MURRAY
Published January 5, 2012“Oh, it’s the feast of the Epiphany, right? That’s about the three guys in fancy clothes, who show up in Bethlehem with gifts, correct? Yeah, I’ve heard about that one before.” Maybe because we commemorate this day every year, it’s in danger of losing its sparkle, especially for those who have grown somewhat cynical over […] Full Story
-
What I Have Seen And Heard
By Most Reverend Wilton D. Gregory, STL
Published January 5, 2012All in all, I think there were about 40 of them, many of them looking quite relaxed wearing jeans and running shoes. Some sported mustaches while others were clean shaven. There were Koreans, Hispanics, Vietnamese, Anglos and African-Americans. Their ages varied perhaps from the early 20s to the mid-30s—maybe one or two of them in […] Full Story
-
Local Catholics React To New Missal
By STEPHEN O'KANE, Staff Writer
Published December 22, 2011On the first Sunday of Advent, the Catholic Church officially implemented the new Roman Missal, with new English translations of various parts of the Mass. Some parishes took advantage of the permitted introduction during the fall of some of the new sung responses to introduce the wording changes gradually to their congregations, while others dove […]
-
CTK To Host Benefit For Hapeville Pregnancy Center
Published December 22, 2011
The Advice and Aid Pregnancy Center (AAPC) in Hapeville is celebrating its 27th year of ministry for life with a special evening at the Cathedral of Christ the King, Atlanta, on Friday, Jan. 20, 2012. Mass will be celebrated at 6 p.m. by Bishop Gregory J. Hartmayer of Savannah. Following Mass at 7 p.m. will […]
-
IHM Student Ariel Kim chosen Young Scholar
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published December 22, 2011ATLANTA–Ariel Kim has got a combination of academic smarts, musical talent and concern for others. She is as comfortable playing oboe in the school band as on a camping trip with the Girl Scouts or helping students tackle a math problem. “She finds a way to make everyone see what’s special about them as people,” […]
-
Priest Assignment
Published December 22, 2011
Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory has confirmed the recommendation of Very Reverend Mark A. Lewis, SJ, provincial superior of the Jesuits of the New Orleans Province, and assigned Father Jose Emilio Fetzer as retreat director at Ignatius House Jesuit Retreat Center, Atlanta. The assignment was effective Oct. 15.
-
Local Catholics React To New Missal
By STEPHEN O'KANE, Staff Writer
Published December 22, 2011On the first Sunday of Advent, the Catholic Church officially implemented the new Roman Missal, with new English translations of various parts of the Mass. Some parishes took advantage of the permitted introduction during the fall of some of the new sung responses to introduce the wording changes gradually to their congregations, while others dove […]
-
CTK To Host Benefit For Hapeville Pregnancy Center
Published December 22, 2011
The Advice and Aid Pregnancy Center (AAPC) in Hapeville is celebrating its 27th year of ministry for life with a special evening at the Cathedral of Christ the King, Atlanta, on Friday, Jan. 20, 2012. Mass will be celebrated at 6 p.m. by Bishop Gregory J. Hartmayer of Savannah. Following Mass at 7 p.m. will […]
-
Annual St. Pius Basketball Classic Set For Dec. 27-29
Published December 22, 2011
St. Pius X High School will host the 12th annual St. Pius X Christmas Classic, Dec. 27-29. The tournament features 16 boys and girls basketball teams from seven states and the District of Columbia. It’s considered one of the premier Catholic high school basketball tournaments. Winners of the event are presented with the Monsignor Richard Lopez […]