Georgia
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Four seminarians ordained as transitional deacons to serve Atlanta
By NATALIA DURON, Staff Writer
Published May 28, 2026Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., ordained four men to the transitional diaconate May 23 at St. Peter Chanel Church. The archbishop reminded the men that their future ministry would depend not simply on talent, but on grace.
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A service mindset takes root for Atlanta Catholic students
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published May 28, 2026Area Catholic schools build service into student life. In a recent Gallup survey of 3,000 young people, between 12-25, 52 percent said service had a positive impact on feeling prepared for a future career.
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At 75 years, Our Lady of the Assumption Church continues to ‘grow young’
By NATALIA DURON, redactor del equipo
Published May 28, 2026La Iglesia Our Lady of the Assumption, en Brookhaven, celebró su 75.º aniversario el 17 de mayo. A través de décadas de cambios —incluyendo la transición del liderazgo marista a sacerdotes arquidiocesanos el año pasado—, la comunidad continúa fortaleciéndose y volviéndose más diversa.
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Father Richard Wise’s four decades of service remembered
By GEORGIA BULLETIN STAFF
Published May 18, 2026Father Richard Paul Wise, ordained a priest for the Archdiocese of Atlanta in 1981, died May 13. He served numerous parishes and ministries and quietly took on the role as a foster father to three Ethiopian refugees. Father Wise was 78 years old.
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Archivist to take on role of vice chancellor for archdiocese
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published May 16, 2026Angelique Richardson has been appointed vice chancellor for the Archdiocese of Atlanta by Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv.
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St. Jude the Apostle band program helps students grow through music
By NATALIA DURON, Staff Writer
Published May 16, 2026About 100 students participate in the band program at St. Jude the Apostle School. The program lays a foundation for students to pursue band in high school and helps them form friendships through music.
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Archbishop Hartmayer announces 2026 priest assignments
By GEORGIA BULLETIN STAFF, editor@georgiabulletin.org
Published May 15, 2026Archbishop Gregory John Hartmayer, OFM Conv., of Atlanta, shares the 2026 assignments regarding priestly ministry in the archdiocese.
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Bounce houses, big smiles at St. Catherine of Siena Preschool’s Spring Fling
By NATALIA DURON, Staff
Published May 14, 2026St. Catherine of Siena Preschool in Kennesaw marked the end of the school year with the annual Spring Fling, featuring fun outdoor activities.
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Archdiocesan consecration to the Sacred Heart June 12
By GEORGIA BULLETIN STAFF
Published May 6, 2026As the United States marks its 250th anniversary this year, the U.S. bishops will consecrate the nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus at their spring assembly. Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., announced that the diocesan consecration for the Archdiocese of Atlanta will be at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
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Georgia’s bishops remind faithful of obligation to participate in political life
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Editor
Published May 5, 2026Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv. of Atlanta, Bishop Stephen D. Parkes of Savannah and Atlanta’s auxiliary bishops are urging Catholics to be more engaged in political life.
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No greater love: Jackson parishioner gives pastor gift of life
By GEORGE LEVINS, Special to the Bulletin
Published May 3, 2026According to the National Kidney Registry, there are more than 90,000 people waiting for a kidney donation. Father Jose Kochuparampil of St. Mary, Mother of God Church was on that waitlist, until November 2025, when a parishioner walked into his office with a life-giving offer.
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From the Archives: A milestone in newspaper digitization
By GEOFFREY HETHERINGTON, Archdiocesan Archivist
Published May 3, 2026The archdiocesan Office of Archives and Records recently completed a major milestone of a project years in the making. Beginning in 2019, archivists have worked toward digitizing all issues of The Georgia Bulletin and making them accessible online.
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Nashville Dominicans bring joy to classroom and community
By MEG BUTLER, Special to the Bulletin
Published April 30, 2026Three sisters from the Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia Congregation teach at St. Catherine of Siena School, bringing a joyful enthusiasm for learning and Jesus to the young students and the parish school community.
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Sister Norma Pimentel shares the power of ‘encounter’ at Aquinas Center lecture
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published April 30, 2026Sister Norma Pimentel, known for her work with migrants on the southern border, was the St. Catherine of Siena Lecture speaker at the Aquinas Center for Theology at Emory University, challenging believers to stand with the marginalized.
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A sticker contest for Catholic artists
By GEORGIA BULLETIN STAFF
Published April 16, 2026The Archdiocese of Atlanta is hosting a sticker design contest to celebrate the arrival of the World Cup to Atlanta in June.
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Twelve priests celebrating 2026 jubilee anniversaries
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Editor
Published April 16, 2026This year’s jubilarian priests are celebrating between 25 and 65 years in the priesthood. Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., acknowledged their dedication to serving others at the Chrism Mass.
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Bilingual advocates expand support for Hispanic families at Pregnancy Aid Clinic
By NATALIA DURON
Published April 15, 2026With the help of bilingual advocates, Pregnancy Aid Clinic supports Hispanic clients through Spanish-language services and culturally responsive care.
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Archbishop Hartmayer responds to President Trump’s pope criticism
By GEORGIA BULLETIN STAFF
Published April 13, 2026Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., responded to President Donald Trump’s criticism of Pope Leo XIV in an April 13 statement.
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Archbishop Hartmayer extends Pascha greetings to Greek Orthodox community
Published April 11, 2026
In a letter to His Eminence Metropolitan Sevastianos, Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer offered prayers and greetings to the clergy and lay faithful of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Atlanta for a Blessed Pascha, April 12.
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Archdiocese to launch virtual Catholic high school this fall
By NATALIA DURON, Staff Writer
Published April 8, 2026The Archdiocese of Atlanta is introducing a fully online high school program this fall, expanding access to Catholic education for students across Georgia and beyond.
