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• 60 Spanish-speaking catechists complete innovative program in pastoral theology

  

  By PRISCILLA GREEAR, Special to the Bulletin
  Published January 21, 2016

  ATLANTA—The first class of 60 students from the Archdiocese of Atlanta has completed a three-year formation program in Spanish through the University of Dallas, earning a pastoral theology certificate. At a graduation ceremony Jan. 9 at Holy Spirit Church, Bishop Luis R. Zarama sent forth the Spanish-speaking church leaders to catechize and evangelize the faithful […]

• Georgia Catholic Conference outlines 2016 legislative priorities

  By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
  Published January 21, 2016

  ATLANTA—Public financial support of crisis pregnancy centers is one of the priorities for the Georgia Catholic Conference as lawmakers get to work in the 2016 legislative session at the Statehouse. Frank Mulcahy, executive director of the conference, said the intent is to seek some state aid for pregnancy centers which offer counseling to women with […] Full Story

• Catholic Charities Atlanta announces graduation of 2015 Leadership Class

  

  Published January 21, 2016

  MARIETTA—The 36 Catholic men and women of the Catholic Charities Atlanta 2015 Leadership Class graduated Thursday, Jan. 14, in a ceremony held at the Mansour Center in Marietta. This class marks the fifth year of the Catholic Charities Atlanta program, from which more than 200 servant leaders have graduated. The success of the program continues […]

• Member of Little Rock Nine tells students racial progress ‘is a marathon’

  

  By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
  Published January 21, 2016

  ATLANTA—Students at Marist School in Atlanta marked the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Jan. 15 with a visit from Ernest Green, one of nine students who integrated Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas, in 1957. The Office of Inclusion and Diversity, new to Marist, hosted a morning assembly featuring Green as speaker […]

• Arlene Walrath to speak at the February Magnificat meal

  Published January 21, 2016

  ATLANTA—All women are invited to the Magnificat gathering in February when the guest speaker will be Arlene Walrath. The Magnificat meal will be held at Holy Cross Church in Atlanta on Saturday, Feb. 20, from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. The warmth of the gathering will touch hearts on this winter morning, and the faith […] Full Story

• Serrans hear report on Pregnancy Aid Clinics’ work

  Published January 21, 2016

  ATLANTA—After seeing their unborn infant in ultrasound pictures, almost 80 percent of women considering abortion will make a decision for life, said a representative of Atlanta-area Pregnancy Aid Clinics in Hapeville and Roswell. Alix Shattuck, director of the organization that began more than 30 years ago in Hapeville, was addressing the Jan. 8 luncheon of […] Full Story

• Sisters of Mercy who served at Saint Joseph’s Hospital, Atlanta, died in late 2015

  Published January 21, 2016

  ATLANTA—Two Sisters of Mercy who served in the Atlanta Archdiocese, Sister Melanie Courtenay, RSM, and Sister Rosalie Mallard, RSM, passed away in 2015. Sister Melanie Courtenay, RSM Sister Melanie Courtenay, a native of Gainesville who served as administrator of Saint Joseph’s Hospital in Atlanta from 1963-69, died on Sunday, Dec. 20, 2015. She was 94. […]

• Ecumenical group convenes to pray for persecuted Christians in the Middle East

  

  Published January 21, 2016

  ATLANTA—Since the inauguration of the Year of St. Paul in 2009, Catholic clergy and faithful have been coming together with Orthodox clergy and faithful twice a year for ecumenical gatherings under the leadership of Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory and Metropolitan Alexios. The gatherings rotate between the cathedrals of both churches, and the evenings provide prayer, […]

• New perks at Georgia Tech Catholic Center include coffee bar

  Published January 21, 2016

  ATLANTA—Returning students at Georgia Tech will see an updated appearance at the campus Catholic Center, including a new coffee bar for students thirsty for an espresso and other coffee shop-style drinks. Chaplain Father Joshua Allen said the goal was to enlarge the area’s education activities and create a more seamless link between the main floor […] Full Story

• Serra Club honors sisters serving in Atlanta Archdiocese

  

  Published January 8, 2016

  ATLANTA—The annual religious sisters appreciation event was sponsored by the Serra Club of Atlanta and held in October. Ignatius House Jesuit Retreat Center hosted the event, where Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory celebrated Mass. As a thank you for their ministries, the women were treated to a catered dinner and speaker. The religious sisters had the […]

• 10 graduate from volunteer-run GED program at Marist Hispanic Center

  

  Published January 7, 2016

  ATLANTA—The 10 most recent graduates of Centro Hispano Marista are now equipped to find better employment and to pursue further studies. Centro Hispano Marista, also known as the Marist Hispanic Center, held commencement ceremonies for 10 graduates of its Adult Education GED program Dec. 15. Graduation was held in the Centennial Center of Marist School […]

• Rosa De-Kelly honored for dogged work on behalf of victimized women, children

  

  By PRISCILLA GREEAR, Special to the Bulletin
  Published January 7, 2016

  ATLANTA—For over a decade, legal advocate Rosa De-Kelly of Catholic Charities Atlanta has helped over 2,000 immigrants escape violence by spouses, parents and others who, as permanent residents or U.S. citizens, abused their power over them. For her dedication, De-Kelly received the 2015 “In the Trenches Award” from the Georgia Commission on Family Violence. The […] Full Story

• Special collection to assist those affected by natural disasters

  Published January 7, 2016

  ATLANTA—In accordance with a request from the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory has asked that parishes in the Archdiocese of Atlanta take up a special collection the weekend of Jan. 16-17 for those affected by natural disasters throughout 2016. Some of the funds from this one-time special appeal will assist people […] Full Story

• King day of reflection to focus on his mentor Howard Thurman

  Published January 7, 2016

  ATLANTA—Ignatius House Jesuit Retreat Center will have a day of reflection Monday, Jan. 18, offering an opportunity to ponder the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his spiritual mentor, Howard Thurman. The day of reflection will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the retreat center, located at 6700 Riverside […]

• Readers’ Choice: 2015 stories

  Published January 7, 2016

  Another barometer of significant stories in 2015 is the number of visits readers made to The Georgia Bulletin website to view particular articles and columns. Four of the stories viewed most by readers online were also on the Editors’ Choice list. Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory’s statement in response to the U.S. Supreme Court decision on […] Full Story

• Editors’ Choice: 2015 stories

  Published January 7, 2016

  In 2015 The Georgia Bulletin told the stories about the Catholic community in the 69 counties of the archdiocese in over two-dozen issues. Editors and reporters compiled the following list as the most impactful news events for the Atlanta Archdiocese last year: 1. Marking an episcopal anniversary:  Archbishop Gregory reflects on his first decade in Atlanta […] Full Story

• King remembrance Mass to be celebrated Jan. 16 at Shrine

  Published January 7, 2016

  ATLANTA—The Archdiocese of Atlanta and the Office of Intercultural and Ethnic Diversity will celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. from Jan. 14 to 17 with a young adult service event, Mass, and a Youth Celebration. The theme for this year’s celebration is “So We, Though Many, Are One Body in […] Full Story

• Archbishop’s Annual Appeal begins for 2016; Commitment Weekend will be Jan. 30-31

  Published January 7, 2016

  ATLANTA—The Archbishop’s Annual Appeal, the unified appeal conducted annually in the parishes and missions of the Atlanta Archdiocese, kicked off Jan. 1 and will run throughout the year. The donations made by individuals to the Archbishop’s Appeal provide funding for many of the essential programs, ministries and services of the Catholic Church in north and […] Full Story

• As Holy Year begins, Catholics encouraged to serve those living on the margins

  By ANDREW NELSON, Staff writer
  Published January 1, 2016

  ATLANTA—Believers in the archdiocese celebrated the start of the Year of Mercy as two Holy Doors opened to commemorate this special time of prayer and service. At the Cathedral of Christ the King, Atlanta, and at Our Lady of the Americas Mission, Lilburn, upbeat crowds marked the occasion. The entryways set aside for the Jubilee […] Full Story

• Bible study on Romans to begin in January

  Published January 1, 2016

  ATLANTA—Starting Jan. 21, Keri Allen will be presenting a study series on St. Paul’s Letter to the Romans, entitled “His Saving Grace!” This life application Bible study will be held at Holy Spirit Church, in St. Mary’s Chapel, on Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and will continue through March 17. Holy Spirit is […] Full Story