Atlanta
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Georgia bishops express gratitude for passage of HB 123
By GEORGIA BULLETIN STAFF
Published April 2, 2025The Georgia Senate passed House Bill 123, a measure to protect vulnerable individuals from the death penalty, March 31. The House unanimously approved the bill earlier in the session. The bill awaits the governor’s signature to become law. Georgia’s bishops express gratitude to lawmakers and advocates.
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Father Bruce Wilkinson, pastor and Black Catholic ministry leader, dies
By GEORGIA BULLETIN STAFF
Published April 2, 2025Father Bruce W. Wilkinson, who was a longtime pastor at Most Blessed Sacrament Church in Atlanta, died March 24. He was 70 years old.
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Father James Harrison, founding principal of St. Pius X High School, remembered
Published March 25, 2025
Father James Lawrence “Jim” Harrison, the founding principal of St. Pius X High School, died March 7. He was 95 years old.
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Atlanta parishes announce Fish Fry dinners for Lent
By GEORGIA BULLETIN STAFF
Published March 20, 2025Churches and Knights of Columbus Councils across the Archdiocese of Atlanta share details of their fish frys—offering delicious food, fellowship and a sense of community this Lent.
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Converts find peace and belonging at Rite of Election
By NATALIA DURON, Staff Writer
Published March 20, 2025The Archdiocese of Atlanta is set to welcome nearly 3,000 men and women into the church following the Rite of Election.
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Georgia Promise Scholarship applications open through April 15
By GEORGIA BULLETIN STAFF
Published March 19, 2025Catholic Schools Superintendent Patty Childs is reminding parents to explore the new Georgia Promise Scholarship program. The official student application process will remain open until April 15.
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Remembering a heroic Atlanta Irishman
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published March 19, 2025Father Thomas O’Reilly was honored by city officials, Irish government ministers and members of the city’s oldest civic group at the annual City Hall celebration for his efforts during the Civil War.
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Annual March for Life leaves advocates empowered, unified
By NATALIA DURON, Staff Writer
Published March 11, 2025People of all backgrounds gathered in Atlanta March 6 for the annual March for Life. “May our voices be strong but filled with love,” prayed Archbishop Hartmayer at the event.
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Catholic Charities Atlanta holds information session on immigrant, refugee policies
By NATALIA DURON
Published March 11, 2025Catholic Charities Atlanta hosted a post-election information session at the Archdiocese of Atlanta Chancery on Feb. 5. The forum discussed national policies that affect specific parishioners, community members and children in the archdiocese.
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Cardinal Gregory honors legacy of Shrivers at Morehouse Mass
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Editor
Published March 7, 2025Cardinal Wilton D. Gregory of Washington celebrated the faith and service of Eunice and Sargent Shriver during a Feb. 13 Mass at the Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel at Atlanta’s Morehouse College. The Lyke House Catholic Center hosted the Mass.
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Atlanta nurses aid patients in spiritual, physical recovery
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published March 6, 2025Nurse Kathryn Moore is the faith community nursing wellness coach at Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital, drawing on both medicine and spirituality to help people recover body and soul.
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Archbishop Hartmayer urges Atlanta Catholics to support Catholic Relief Services
By GEORGIA BULLETIN STAFF, editor@georgiabulletin.org
Published March 3, 2025In a pre-Lenten letter, Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., urges Atlanta Catholics to support the important work of Catholic Relief Services (CRS) amid a freeze of funds from the U.S. Agency for International Development, or USAID.
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Georgia Catholic Conference director retiring after 25 years of advocacy
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published February 28, 2025Frank Mulcahy is stepping down from his role as the Catholic Church’s representative in Georgia’s public arena, where he ensures the voices of the state’s bishops are heard at the Georgia State Capitol and with state leaders.
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Remembering Sister Mary Eugenia, OP
By GEORGIA BULLETIN STAFF
Published February 22, 2025Sister Mary Eugenia, OP, (Rose E. Frascatore) died Feb. 19 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Home in Atlanta. She was 85 years old.
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Bishop fields questions from youngsters
Published February 21, 2025
Students at Holy Spirit Prep School got an opportunity to question and respond to Bishop Bernard E. Shlesinger III during a school visit.
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Cursillo impacts communities, transforms lives of parishioners in archdiocese
By NATALIA DURON, Staff Writer
Published February 21, 2025Cursillo is a three-day spiritual experience that offers a deep dive into personal reflection and the Catholic faith. Parishioners in the Archdiocese of Atlanta share their experiences from the weekend workshop and how it transformed their spiritual life.
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Catholics advocate for people with intellectual disabilities
By NATALIA DURON, Staff Writer
Published February 20, 2025On Feb. 12, Catholics and other advocates gathered at the Georgia State Capitol for “Ring Around the Capitol” to urge senators and representatives to protect individuals with intellectual disabilities from facing execution in this state.
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Catholic Metro Sports programs a ‘stepping stone’ to the church
By MEG BUTLER, Special to the Bulletin
Published February 20, 2025Catholic Metro Sports operates recreational sports leagues for more than 5,900 youth athletes who find community and camaraderie on the fields and courts.
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Seven ordained as deacons to embrace a ‘servant’s heart’
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published February 7, 2025Coming from five countries, with diverse professional experiences, seven men were ordained to serve as deacons Feb. 1. For years, they have served their parishes, deepening their commitment to a ministry of service.
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Mass for the Preborn a reminder to love and value life
By NATALIA DURON, Staff Writer
Published February 6, 2025Holy Spirit Church held the 36th annual Mass for the Preborn on Jan. 25. Parishioners from across the archdiocese gathered to reflect on the sanctity of life.
