Georgia
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At Chrism Mass, archbishop blesses the oils, recognizes jubilarians
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published April 20, 2017ATLANTA—Priests of the archdiocese joined Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory for the Holy Week tradition of the Chrism Mass, celebrated Tuesday, April 11, at the Cathedral of Christ the King. During the Chrism Mass, Archbishop Gregory blessed the oils to be used for administering sacraments at each of the parishes in the archdiocese in the coming […]
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Workshop gives parents guidance on blocking internet porn
By ERIKA ANDERSON REDDING, Special to the Bulletin
Published April 20, 2017MARIETTA—In this technology-driven age, keeping children safe online should be a top priority for families. At a parish workshop in Marietta, parents heard that with diligence, open communication and accountability, they can raise their kids to use and appreciate technology in a positive and moral way. Ryan Foley, vice president of business development for Covenant […] Full Story
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Congolese priest completes study as neuropsychologist for homeland
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff writer
Published April 20, 2017DECATUR—Religion and science have intertwined in Father Jean Ikanga’s life and it began with a fearful mother. The woman in his native Democratic Republic of the Congo desperately wanted help for her 9-year-old daughter, sick with “evil spirits.” Concerned by her story, he provided prayer and pastoral counseling but also asked the woman and her […]
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Mercy Care Chamblee clinic to open April 18
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published April 6, 2017CHAMBLEE—The Mercy Care Chamblee clinic recently received approval from DeKalb County to open its doors to patients after an unexpected delay pushed back the ribbon cutting. Mercy Care representative Diana Lewis said they are expecting to open the doors at the new clinic on Tuesday, April 18, two months later than initially planned. The clinic […] Full Story
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Magnificat celebrates 25th anniversary May 6 as founders give witness
Published April 6, 2017
ATLANTA—The May 6 Magnificat meal will be the 100th held in Atlanta and will celebrate the 25th anniversary of the founding of the Atlanta chapter of the international Catholic women’s ministry. A special invitation is extended to those who have served in the ministry in the past, to past speakers, and to all those who […] Full Story
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Local parish leaders gain insights on reaching millennials
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published April 6, 2017SMYRNA—Nearly everyone has a smartphone, which has become the new cathedral, the center of culture, a repository of memory, an expression of identity, in addition to being a wonder of technology. Speaking in the archdiocese on March 30, some scholars from Notre Dame University questioned if these touchscreen gadgets are creating a hunger in digital […]
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CCHD contest yields art that aims to make a difference
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published April 6, 2017SMYRNA—A cardboard cutout of Pope Francis greeted people arriving to judge the Catholic Campaign for Human Development Multimedia Art Contest at the Chancery of the Archdiocese of Atlanta March 16-17. Each year, CCHD sponsors the contest to help engage youth in exploring the causes of domestic poverty in the context of their faith. The theme […]
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Many sectors of Atlanta community heed call to combat anti-Semitism
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published April 6, 2017SANDY SPRINGS—Members of the Catholic community participated in the first Atlanta leadership forum on anti-Semitism March 30 at Temple Emanu-El. Leaders representing 150 religious, civic and business organizations across Atlanta, in addition to law enforcement agencies, attended the forum. The Atlanta Initiative Against Anti-Semitism co-hosted the event with the Anti-Defamation League and the American Jewish […]
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At lively archdiocesan event, young adults assert commitment, potential as Catholics
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published April 6, 2017SMYRNA—Maria Moeakiola was one of the four women and three men huddled around a table, sharing their experiences as millennials in the faith. From discouraging experiences about being overlooked at parishes to the importance of being with others going through common experiences—whether a first job, relationships or living on their own—this diverse group had one […] Full Story | En Español
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Holy Week, Easter observances at Melkite Catholic Church
Published April 6, 2017
ATLANTA—St. John Chrysostom Melkite Catholic Church in Atlanta will be observing Holy Week and Easter with special services every day. The church is located at 1428 Ponce de Leon Ave., NE, in Atlanta. The schedule, announced by Father John Azar, the pastor, is as follows: Palm Sunday, April 9, at 10 a.m.: Orthros; blessing of […]
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Smyrna Knights donate new ultrasound machines for Pregnancy Aid Clinic
Published April 6, 2017
FOREST PARK—The Knights of St. Thomas the Apostle Council 12386, Smyrna, formally presented two new ultrasound machines Feb. 2 to the Pregnancy Aid Clinic for their Roswell and Forest Park facilities. The Knights in attendance included Grand Knight Bill Bauer, Georgia State Deputy Mark McMullen, chaplain Father Paul Rainville, Deputy Grand Knight Tom Simcox, Chancellor […]
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Ecumenical Good Friday Pilgrimage shines light on the marginalized
Published April 6, 2017
ATLANTA—The 37th annual Ecumenical Good Friday Pilgrimage, or Urban Way of the Cross, will be held Good Friday, April 14, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. beginning at the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, 48 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, SW, Atlanta. Sponsored by the Archdiocese of Atlanta Justice and Peace Ministries, the pilgrimage includes […]
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Order of Malta hosts ‘Life is Beautiful’ gala
By GIGI MEYERS, Special to the Bulletin
Published April 6, 2017ATLANTA—The Sovereign Order of Malta Federal Association Atlanta Region sponsored the “Life is Beautiful” Gala Feb. 23 at Holy Spirit Church, Atlanta, to benefit the Pregnancy Aid Clinic. The Pregnancy Aid Clinic serves metro Atlanta with offices in Forest Park, Roswell and a mobile unit providing lifesaving and life-changing services at multiple locations. The 29-foot […]
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Lourdes choir to sing Stations at Baptist church April 14
Published April 6, 2017
ATLANTA—Believers will have the opportunity on Good Friday to be immersed in the Stations of the Cross in a prayer service that will hold up a mirror before their lives. “The Good Friday Musical Presentation: The Choral Stations of the Cross” is an original piece, written by Kenneth Louis, the director of liturgy and music […] Full Story
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Deacon and wife safe at Lent service as plane crash ignites their home
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published March 28, 2017MARIETTA—Faith and the support of the St. Joseph Church community are sustaining Deacon Norm Keller and his wife, Barbara, after a private plane crashed into their front yard, exploding in flames and destroying their home. The Cessna Citation crashed at approximately 7:20 p.m. Friday, March 24, as the Kellers attended a parish fish fry and […]
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St. Pius upended in state basketball final
By MICHAEL ALEXANDER, Staff Photographer
Published March 23, 2017ATLANTA—Upson-Lee High School, Thomaston, ended its season as the only unbeaten basketball team in Georgia (32-0), after defeating St. Pius X High School 53-48 for the Class AAAA state title. The St. Pius X fan base arrived early at Georgia Tech’s McCamish Pavilion, March 10, to witness the boys basketball team compete for the state […]
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Grant to help parishes, schools spend less on energy, more on ministry
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published March 23, 2017TYRONE—Gary Gabriel was puzzled as he stood among the wood trusses holding up the roof. Where was the barrier detailed on the building blueprints to keep hot air out of the attic? Gabriel, an energy consultant, shone his flashlight on pink insulation on the ceiling tiles. He thought aloud how this variance from the building […] Full Story | En Español
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Engaging and hearing from young adults is on the agenda March 30
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published March 23, 2017ATLANTA—Jennifer Lewis as a young adult in her early 20s was done with the church. As a graduate student at Georgia Tech, she didn’t see “a merciful God in the Christians I knew.” She walked away from the faith of her childhood for a few years. But now she is a coordinator of the young […]
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Refugee crisis cries out for unified aid, deacon tells Catholic-Orthodox gathering
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published March 23, 2017Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory and His Eminence Alexios, Greek Orthodox Metropolitan of Atlanta, officiated the Orthodox-Catholic Ecumenical Gathering March 6.
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Catholic Foundation of North Georgia announces 2016 fall grant awards
Published March 23, 2017
ATLANTA—The Catholic Foundation of North Georgia issued 44 grants totaling $104,100 for the 2016 fall grant cycle from the Care for the Elderly Fund, Community Services Fund, General Fund, Goizueta Fund and the Satzky Family Fund. Nancy Coveny, executive director, announced that these grants will support the Catholic community through a variety of causes within […]
