Georgia
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A letter from Archbishop Hartmayer to Cardinal Gregory
Published January 6, 2025
ATLANTA—Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., shares his letter to Cardinal Wilton Gregory, written upon learning of the cardinal’s retirement Jan. 6. “Your Eminence, my dear brother, Wilton: Peace and All Good! The bishops, priests, deacons, consecrated religious, and lay faithful of the Archdiocese of Atlanta join me in congratulating you and assuring you of […] Full Story | En Español
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Archbishop Hartmayer congratulates Metropolitan of Atlanta upon retirement, sends well wishes to successor
Published January 6, 2025
ATLANTA—Archbishop Gregory Hartmayer, OFM Conv., has written to His Eminence Metropolitan Alexios on his retirement. Metropolitan Alexios has served as the Metropolitan of the Greek Orthodox Church of Atlanta since 2002. The archbishop’s letter reads in part: “The occasion of your retirement affords me the opportunity to thank God for your many years of fruitful […]
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Archbishop Hartmayer’s statement on the death of President Jimmy Carter
Published December 30, 2024
Archbishop Hartmayer of Atlanta expresses prayers and condolences to the family of President Jimmy Carter upon his Dec. 29 death.
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Cathedral of Christ the King honors Our Lady of Guadalupe
By NATALIA DURON, Staff Writer
Published December 26, 2024On Dec. 11 and 12, the Cathedral of Christ the King was filled with prayers, music and vibrant celebration as parishioners gathered to honor the feast day of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
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Christmas greetings from Archbishop Hartmayer
Published December 23, 2024
“Like the shepherds on that holy night, let us not be afraid, for the message of Christmas is a message of hope—a hope that transcends time and circumstances,” says Archbishop Hartmayer.
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Hispanic families embrace the Holy Family
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published December 23, 2024“Las Posadas” is a popular Mexican devotion retracing Mary and Joseph’s journey to find lodging before securing shelter in the humble manger for the birth of Jesus.
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Archdiocese of Atlanta announces cancellation of Eucharistic Congress
By GEORGIA BULLETIN STAFF
Published December 16, 2024The Archdiocese of Atlanta will not host the 2025 Eucharistic Congress due to budget constraints. Deacon Dennis Dorner, chancellor of the archdiocese, made the announcement about the June congress on Dec. 16
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‘The Farm’ aims to be a spiritual destination
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published December 13, 2024Our Loving Mother’s Children, a center in Rockdale County known as “The Farm,” has hopes to become a destination for believers, from families and individuals to parish communities seeking a quiet place for renewal.
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St. Mary Church building project draws together community
By ANDREW NELSON acnelson@georgiabulletin.org
Published December 12, 2024After overcoming a series of false starts and unexpected hurdles, the community of St. Mary Church in Toccoa celebrated the dedication of new additions to its campus Dec. 8.
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#iGiveCatholic campaign raises more than $1 million in Atlanta
By NATALIA DURON
Published December 12, 2024This year’s #iGiveCatholic campaign raised nearly $1.1 million for Catholic schools, parishes and charities in the Archdiocese of Atlanta. More than 3,000 donors helped fund essential projects and needs for 102 organizations in the archdiocese.
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Catholics 4 Habitat’s 50th build provides a safe home for Cobb family
By NATALIA DURON, Staff Writer
Published December 12, 2024Northwest Metro Atlanta Habitat for Humanity and the Catholics 4 Habitat coalition celebrated the dedication of a new home for a local father and daughter. This is the coalition’s 50th sponsored build, marking a significant milestone for the group.
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Advent: Events of the season announced
By GEORGIA BULLETIN STAFF
Published December 3, 2024From services to programs of lessons and carols, here’s a sampling of events in the Archdiocese of Atlanta marking this season of reflection.
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Building futures with Kitchen Cura
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published December 3, 2024Four months ago, three novices started their journey with the Kitchen Cura, a transformative, food-focused internship at Ignatius House Jesuit Retreat Center.
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Marist priests to leave Atlanta parish after 60 years
By ANDREW NELSON
Published December 3, 2024The Marists, formally known as the Society of Mary, will leave Our Lady of Assumption Church in the summer of 2025. The religious community’s priests have been the spiritual leaders of the Brookhaven parish since the mid-1960s.
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Two parishes awarded OCP grants to strengthen music programs
By NATALIA DURON
Published December 3, 2024Christ Our Hope Church and Cathedral of Christ the King received the OCP Parish Grant, supporting the two parishes’ liturgical and musical programs.
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Remembering Deacon Joseph Barker of St. Anthony of Padua Church
Published November 28, 2024
ATLANTA—Deacon Joseph Thibodeaux Barker Sr., who served at St. Anthony of Padua Church, Atlanta, and St. John the Evangelist Church, Hapeville, died Oct. 31. He was 88 years old. He was born in August 1936, in Houston Texas, to Benny Barker Sr. and Dora Finley, raised with the camaraderie of his siblings Benny Jr, Patricia […] Full Story
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Letters of Thanksgiving
Published November 26, 2024
Gratitude is abounding this season. Guest contributors Patty Childs, superintendent of Catholic Schools; Frank Mulcahy, director of the Georgia Catholic Conference; and Sister Josefa Maria Chicoine, VHM, share what they are most thankful for in hopes readers will consider the blessings in their own lives.
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St. Anthony of Padua relics to visit Atlanta during Advent
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Editor
Published November 20, 2024The Franciscan Friars from Padua, Italy, will bring two first-class relics of St. Anthony of Padua to the Archdiocese of Atlanta from Dec. 6-15.
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St. Pius X High School teacher honored for decades of work in the Jewish community
By NATALIA DURON
Published November 15, 2024St. Pius X High School teacher Dennis Ruggiero received the White Rose Award for his commitment to educating students and others about antisemitism and the Holocaust.
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Mercy Care Atlanta expands mission to housing, along with health care
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published November 15, 2024With its rooftop view of the downtown Atlanta skyline, the new Mercy Care-supported apartment complex offers upscale amenities and essential services. Named McAuley Station, the development increases housing options for families while connecting them to vital medical care.
