Georgia
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World War II hero’s remains brought home to grateful Euart family
By PRISCILLA GREEAR, Special to the Bulletin
Published September 23, 2016ATLANTA—Answering the call to duty, Army Capt. Elwood Euart never stopped climbing and lifting others up until his last breath in 1942. Upon escape from a sinking ship, he reentered and extended a rope to rescue trapped soldiers in the ultimate heroic sacrifice. Serving as a troop carrier during World War II, the SS President […] Full Story
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College students embrace Catholic Relief Services’ mission for justice
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff writer
Published September 23, 2016ATLANTA—Nathalie Borgella has a passion for “taking care of the poor, the sick, the lowly.” The political science major at Spelman College, in Atlanta, is channeling her desire into a new service as a Catholic Relief Services student ambassador. It is important for her to serve people. She knows people outside the campus gates need […] Full Story
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St. Mother Teresa exhibit, relic to travel around archdiocese
Published September 23, 2016
ATLANTA—An exhibit of 75 full color panels depicting the life story of St. Mother Teresa of Kolkata will be available for viewing at a number of parishes around the Archdiocese of Atlanta, beginning this month. The vibrant panels, provided by the Missionaries of Charity, St. Teresa’s religious order, tell the saint’s story from birth, tell […] Full Story
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Synod spokesman looks at pope’s mercy theme with local priests, bishops
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff writer
Published September 23, 2016ATLANTA—Mercy, the cornerstone of Pope Francis’ ministry, was also the focus of an assembly of Catholic bishops and priests from Georgia and North and South Carolina hosted by the Archdiocese of Atlanta Aug. 22-24. Father Thomas Rosica, who served as the English language spokesperson for the most recent Synod of Bishops held at the Vatican, […] Full Story
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Catholic Foundation of North Georgia announces 2016 spring grant awards
Published September 23, 2016
ATLANTA—The Catholic Foundation of North Georgia issued 40 grants totaling $140,000 for the 2016 spring grant cycle from the Community Services Fund, General Fund, Goizueta Fund, Nellie Dodd McAdams Fund, Conrads Family Education Fund, and the Archbishop Donoghue Fund for Life. Nancy Coveny, executive director, announced that these grants will support the Catholic community through […] Full Story
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Life Chain: Prayers and a silent witness for life
Published September 23, 2016
ATLANTA—Life Chain is a prayer chain and silent public witness for life and against abortion. While Life Chain is held in October, which is Respect Life Month in the Catholic Church, the witness is a non-denominational event. In its 29th year, Life Chain is held throughout the United States and Canada on the first Sunday […] Full Story
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Deacon Edward D. Rademacher, of St. Monica Church, dies
Published September 23, 2016
DULUTH—Deacon Edward D. Rademacher died on Tuesday, Sept. 13. He was 69. Deacon Rademacher was married to his wife, Jo Ann, his high school sweetheart, for over 44 years and was a father and grandfather. A retired financial analyst, he was ordained to the permanent diaconate for the Archdiocese of Atlanta on Feb. 8, 2008, […] Full Story
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Upcoming pilgrimage offers timely spiritual journey to Marian shrines
By GRETCHEN KEISER, Staff writer
Published September 23, 2016ATLANTA—A pilgrimage to the Marian shrines of Fatima and Lourdes and the opportunity to walk a portion of the ancient Camino de Santiago pilgrimage path in Spain is being offered by The Georgia Bulletin this coming April. The 11-day pilgrimage from April 18-28, 2017, which begins in Lisbon, Portugal, will occur during the year of […]
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Woodstock parish to hold service for aborted children
Published September 23, 2016
WOODSTOCK—A memorial service for aborted children will be held on Friday, Oct. 7, at 7 p.m., at St. Michael the Archangel Church, Woodstock. With nearly 60 million abortions, most people know someone who has had an abortion and this service will be a time to commemorate that lost life. The evening will be filled with […] Full Story
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Georgia Knights offer free training in disaster preparedness
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff writer
Published September 23, 2016MARIETTA—Only 24 percent of Georgians say they are fully prepared in the event of a natural disaster or emergency, according to the Georgia Emergency Management Agency. Faith communities can play an important role in both training of members and responding to such emergencies. Sal Gullo, state disaster coordinator for the Georgia Knights of Columbus, has […]
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‘No kinship, no peace,’ says Jesuit who started industries for ex-gang members
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published September 22, 2016DECATUR—Former gang member Michael Jenkins was serving his second prison sentence for robbery in California when he decided things had to change. Seven months into a training program at Homeboy Industries in Los Angeles, Jenkins’ life is on track. He is working as a firefighter, having gang tattoos removed, and striving to be a better […] Full Story
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Ground zero survivor keeps alive memory of 9/11 to honor those lost
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published September 22, 2016SMYRNA—Joe Dittmar credits split-second decisions and divine providence that he was able to make it out of the south tower of the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001. Now he makes presentations to give a voice to those who died and to make sure they and the tragic events of 9/11 are not forgotten. […] Full Story
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‘Radical hospitality’ can help repair the world, speaker says
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published September 22, 2016ATLANTA—Faced with political mudslinging, online venom, and racial unrest in this country, an interfaith crowd of Jewish and Catholic faithful wrestled with how to heal divisions. In a room of more than 200 people, the ministry of Pope Francis was offered as a guidepost. Speakers quoted his vision of a “culture of encounter” and respect […] Full Story
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Bishop Talley named coadjutor bishop of Alexandria, Louisiana
By MARY ANNE CASTRANIO, Staff Writer
Published September 21, 2016ATLANTA—Pope Francis has appointed Bishop David P. Talley, auxiliary bishop of the Atlanta Archdiocese, to serve the people of the Diocese of Alexandria, Louisiana, as coadjutor bishop to Bishop Ronald P. Herzog, the bishop of that diocese. The appointment was announced Wednesday, Sept. 21. In a statement, Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory said that the pope […]
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At Blue Mass, archbishop prays trust will grow in divided communities
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published September 13, 2016ATLANTA—Two days before the 15th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, worshipers prayed for peace and gave thanks for the sacrifices of first responders at the second annual Blue Mass at the Cathedral of Christ the King. The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops also designated Sept. 9, the feast of St. Peter Claver, as […]
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School communities pray for peace on Friday, Sept. 9
By MARY ANNE CASTRANIO, Staff Writer
Published September 9, 2016ATLANTA—The students of the Catholic schools located within the Archdiocese of Atlanta paused for a time of prayer on Friday, Sept. 9, at the request of Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory. At schools inside and beyond the metro Atlanta area they simultaneously prayed at 10 a.m., storming heaven with fervent pleas for peace in the world. […]
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Golfer breaks into PGA with parish, community support
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published September 1, 2016ATLANTA—Professional golfer Wesley Yates, parishioner of St. Anthony of Padua Church in Atlanta, returned to China Aug. 27 to play in the second half of a PGA Tour China event. It was a busy summer for Yates, a graduate of Our Lady of Mercy High School in Fayetteville and Florida A&M University. After six weeks […] Full Story
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New leaders at helm of Catholic schools for 2016-17
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published September 1, 2016ATLANTA—Several new administrators were welcomed to Catholic schools in the archdiocese as the 2016-17 school year began. New principals at archdiocesan elementary schools are Kellie DesOrmeaux at Immaculate Heart of Mary School in Atlanta; Melissa Reder at St. Mary’s School in Rome; and Sister Mary Jacinta, a Nashville Dominican, at St. Catherine of Siena School […]
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St. John the Evangelist School celebrates major additions to campus
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published September 1, 2016HAPEVILLE—Families, students and supporters of St. John the Evangelist School celebrated on Thursday, Aug. 25, the completion of its $4 million new addition and other school improvements. Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory made it official as his oversized scissors cut the ribbon, opening the 14,000-square-foot enrichment building. Pam Henry has worked in the classrooms at St. […]
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Deadline for Catholic Foundation grant applications nears
Published September 1, 2016
ATLANTA—The next deadline of The Catholic Foundation of North Georgia’s General and Parish Enrichment Grants Programs is 5 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 30. To receive a current application, please email the Foundation at grants@cfnga.org. One application per organization or archdiocesan department may be submitted via email, fax or mail. For more information about the Catholic […]
