Atlanta
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Capitol Day Will Provide Briefing On Key Bills
Published February 22, 2007
The Archdiocese of Atlanta is advocating for or against various bills that have been introduced in the 2007 session of the Georgia General Assembly in light of Catholic social teaching. And the church of North Georgia invites members to join in the legislative process by participating in the first Catholic Day at the Capitol on […]
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Annual Serran Event Honors Priests And Their Work
Published February 22, 2007
More than 200 attended this year’s annual Shepherd’s Night dinner on Tuesday, Feb. 6, at the Georgia Tech Hotel and Conference Center in Atlanta. The event, which honors the work of archdiocesan and religious order priests who serve the archdiocese, is hosted each year by the Serrans, members of the lay organization that supports vocations […] Full Story
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Task Force To Prevent Child Abuse To Meet March 28
Published February 22, 2007
The Prevent Child Abuse Georgia (PCAG) Faith Task Force will present its second annual Faith Summit March 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Metro Atlanta Red Cross Headquarters. “Turning Choice into Change: Empowering Families Through Leadership and Faith” will explore faith-based ways to prevent child abuse. The PCAG Faith Task Force was […]
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13 Deacons Ordained To Serve In North Georgia
Published February 22, 2007
A former crime scene investigator, a Georgia Tech math professor and a first-degree Tae Kwon Do black belt are among those in the varied class of 13 men Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory ordained to the permanent diaconate Feb. 10 at the Cathedral of Christ the King. A massive crowd packed the Cathedral for the ordination, […]
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Catholic Credit Union Group Committed To Serving
Published February 15, 2007
At a special Mass of dedication for the Catholic division of the Georgia Federal Credit Union, members and employees honored the history of the organization while looking ahead to its bright future. Held Feb. 2 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, the Mass was celebrated by Archbishop-emeritus John F. Donoghue and concelebrated by Msgr. Stephen […] Full Story
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The Lourdes Experience To Come To Atlanta
Published February 15, 2007
The Shrine of the Immaculate Conception is hosting a “virtual pilgrimage” of the town of Lourdes, France, on Sunday, March 4, enabling Georgians to experience the spiritual essence of this oasis of prayer and healing that draws an estimated 6 million pilgrims annually from around the world. Father Regis-Marie de la Teyssonniere, Lourdes chaplain of […]
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Cathedral To Present Lenten Evening Music Series
Published February 15, 2007
On the six Friday evenings of Lent, beginning Feb. 23, the Cathedral of Christ the King will present a series of “Lenten Musical Meditations” designed to deepen and enhance the impact and devotions of this season. The public is encouraged to come to some or all of these Friday evening services, which will combine spiritual […]
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Pilgrimage To Bring Images Of Our Lady To Atlanta
Published February 15, 2007
The Archdiocese of Atlanta invites Catholics to join a pilgrimage April 22-28 to Mexico and its Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe where Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory will celebrate a Mass alongside a Mexican cardinal and bishops and bless several Marian images to be displayed in churches of North Georgia. Those joining the pilgrimage will […]
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Catholics Can Lobby For Bills During Day At Capitol
Published February 8, 2007
Catholics will have a unique opportunity to participate in legislative advocacy at the State Capitol Feb. 27. Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory will serve as the chaplain of the day by offering the opening prayer in the House of Representatives at 3 p.m. during Catholic Day at the Capitol, which is sponsored by the Catholic Communications […] Full Story
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Rawson Haverty Used Talents Humbly To Help Church
Published February 8, 2007
He was “beloved because he loved.” Rawson Haverty Sr. loved his family and friends. He loved his work. He loved Atlanta. And he loved the Catholic Church. The Holy Spirit Church parishioner died Jan. 26 at the age of 86. At the Mass of the Resurrection held for Mr. Haverty at his parish Jan. 30, […]
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Polls Show Majority Oppose Unrestricted Abortion
Published February 8, 2007
Recent polls point to an emerging pro-life attitude among the American public, including the post-Roe generation of young adults. “There has been an interesting series of polls … indicating that the American public tends to be pro-life,” said Deirdre McQuade, spokesperson for the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Secretariat for Pro-Life Activities. “People with a […]
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Operation Rice Bowl To Benefit Persons In Need
Published February 8, 2007
Catholic Relief Services invites individuals, parishes and groups to participate through prayer, fasting, learning and giving in Operation Rice Bowl, their annual Lenten tradition to live in solidarity with persons in need around the world. Using ORB materials participants are asked to pray and reflect on the realities, challenges and gifts of their neighbors around […] Full Story
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Spelling Bee Livens Catholic Schools Week Activities
Published February 8, 2007
The annual archdiocesan spelling bee was held on Tuesday, Jan. 30, at Our Lady of the Assumption School. Nineteen students—one representative from each of the schools within the archdiocese—were present at the competition, which is held each year as part of Catholic Schools Week festivities. The winner of the spelling bee, Kaitlyn Bregman, is an […] Full Story
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Young Adult Program, Holy Grounds, Begins Feb. 28
Published February 8, 2007
The Office of Young Adult Ministry of the archdiocese is sponsoring its annual Holy Grounds Lenten Coffeehaus at a different church each week on five Wednesdays of Lent. The series for single and married persons in their 20s and 30s has the theme “Called to Communion” and begins each week with an optional Mass at […] Full Story
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SVdP Reorganizes, Gains New Truck
Published February 8, 2007
The Atlanta Council of the St. Vincent de Paul Society has had a busy start to the year, filling several vacant positions, promoting two assistants to managers, and reorganizing its senior staff structure. Mary Ellen Cenzalli has been hired as the new director of development, and Brian M. Freel has joined the staff as director […] Full Story
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Marist Defeats Lakeside On the Road
Published February 8, 2007
Marist School’s Lady War Eagles defeated Lakeside High School 58-18 as the teams clashed Feb. 2. The leading scorers for Marist were seniors Andrea McGuirt with 15 points and Drey Mingo with 12 points. Sophomore guard Dana Middleton also came off the bench to chip in 9 points. Marist played a 1-2-1-1 full court trap […] Full Story
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Spring Hill Celebrates Decade Teaching Theology In Archdiocese
Published February 8, 2007
Spring Hill College of Mobile, Ala., held a dinner Feb. 3 at Holy Spirit Church, the original home of its Atlanta extension program, to celebrate its 10th anniversary of graduate theology programs serving the people of North Georgia. Holy Spirit’s pastor Msgr. Edward Dillon was also honored for his initiative in bringing Spring Hill, the […] Full Story
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Upcoming CTK Series To Help Single Catholics
Published February 7, 2007
About two and a half years ago Anthony Buono began reflecting on the dichotomy between the litany of praises of the many who met and married through his Catholic Ave Maria Singles dating Web site and the resounding complaints of hundreds of others about the poor quality of his service and the people on it. […] Full Story
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Catholic Charities CEO Tapped For National Board
Published February 7, 2007
Joseph J. Krygiel, chief executive officer and secretary for Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Atlanta, Inc., was recently elected to serve on the board of trustees for Catholic Charities USA. Joining the board for a three-year term with the possibility of one renewal, Krygiel will represent Region C, which includes Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, […] Full Story
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Healing After Abortion Can Come Through PATH
Published February 1, 2007
Sister Patricia Thompson, RSM, was working as a chaplain with the Mercy Mobile Care Unit of Saint Joseph’s Hospital in 1996 when she often came across women who needed to talk about their abortion experience. Not wanting to add more to their pain, Sister Patricia sought out the experience of Mary Ann McNeil, director of […]