Georgia
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Women religious at assembly urged to face crisis with contemplation
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff writer
Published August 18, 2016ATLANTA—Some 800 members of the Leadership Conference of Women Religious gathered in Atlanta for their annual assembly Aug. 9-12. With the theme of “Embracing the Mystery: Living Transformation,” the sisters considered where God is moving in today’s world as they face smaller and graying communities. “The whole assembly is about listening to the movements of […]
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Evening for Life event to provide needed support for Pregnancy Aid Clinic
Published August 18, 2016
ATLANTA—The Pregnancy Aid Clinic, the only counseling and pregnancy support agency in Georgia that promotes the sanctity of human life as recognized in the teachings of the Catholic Church, invites the community to the Sept. 18 Evening for Life banquet at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta. Located in Hapeville, Roswell and mobile clinics in the […] Full Story
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Eighth abbot formally blessed to lead Holy Spirit monastery in Conyers
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff writer
Published August 18, 2016CONYERS—On the feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Aug. 15, Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory conferred the abbatial blessing on Dom Augustine Myslinski, OCSO, the eighth abbot of the Monastery of the Holy Spirit in Conyers. Joining the 34 monks of the community for the Mass and rite of blessing at the abbey […]
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Women leaders encouraged to be disciples
By JEAN DRISKELL, Special to the Bulletin
Published August 4, 2016SMYRNA—The Atlanta Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women held its annual leadership and networking seminar on Saturday, June 25, at the Chancery in Smyrna. The seminar included talks on the structure and mission of the AACCW and servant leadership, a report on the National Council of Catholic Women, and the various duties of officers in the […] Full Story
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High school approves as longtime trainer, coach wed
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published August 4, 2016ATLANTA—Newlyweds Sara and Gary Schmitt understand that both marriage and competitive sports take a good deal of teamwork. Gary Schmitt is known as “Schmitty” at St. Pius X High School in Atlanta, where he has served as athletic trainer for 14 years. His bride is head coach of the girls soccer team, an assistant for […] Full Story
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Special needs youth ministry program is ‘a gift from God’ for families
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published August 4, 2016JOHNS CREEK—Five members of St. Brigid Church received the sacrament of confirmation this spring as one aspect of a parish ministry for middle and high school students with disabilities that uses teen volunteers. Nicole Fehd, Daniel Medina, Joseph Newton, Abraham Vigil and Gavin Wise received the sacrament of confirmation during the Saturday vigil Mass April […] Full Story
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Century-old skylight reborn with icons of Christ, evangelists
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published August 4, 2016ATLANTA—David Adams has designed windows to heighten the beauty of church sanctuaries since the 1970s. But a just completed project at St. John Chrysostom Melkite Catholic Church tested his skill and nerves. “It was daunting … but a joy also,” Adams said. It was a first for him to create a Byzantine icon—an imposing depiction […]
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Sale puts historic Catholic land ‘in friendly hands’
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published August 4, 2016SMYRNA—With the signing of a few documents on July 20, Cathedral of Christ the King parishioner Betsy Orr became owner of 200 acres surrounding the historic Locust Grove cemetery in Taliaferro County. The cemetery, dating to 1794, is where many of the earliest Roman Catholic settlers are buried and is the oldest Catholic cemetery in […] Full Story
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World Youth Day emcee to speak at All Saints Church
Published August 4, 2016
DUNWOODY—Do you want to experience your faith and live life more deeply? Then don’t miss “Reboot! Live!” on Wednesday, Aug. 17, at All Saints Church, 2443 Mount Vernon Road, Dunwoody. “Reboot!” runs from 7 to 9:30 p.m. The program speaker will be Chris Stefanick, a dynamic, internationally acclaimed speaker and author. Stefanick was the emcee […] Full Story
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Local pilgrims see ‘miles of youth,’ greet pope
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published August 4, 2016ATLANTA—Atlanta area pilgrims joined millions of young Catholics from across the globe visiting Poland for World Youth Day events July 25-31. More than 10 parishes and groups from the Archdiocese of Atlanta journeyed to the native land of St. Pope John Paul II for the meeting of young people with bishops, catechists and Pope Francis […] Full Story
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Tribunal offers sessions on ‘Marriage, Annulment and the RCIA’
By KARREN DE BOW, Special to the Bulletin
Published August 4, 2016SMYRNA—A June 11 presentation by the Metropolitan Tribunal on “Marriage, Annulment and the RCIA” for RCIA parish directors, team members and adult confirmation teams drew a fantastic response and exceeded all expectations. One hundred people registered for the two-hour session using online registration. They represented 42 parishes and missions of the Archdiocese of Atlanta. Eight […] Full Story
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Iconic Atlanta tavern blessed before reopening
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published August 4, 2016ATLANTA—Amid the massive dust-covered wooden bar and workers in hardhats and an uncooperative air conditioner, Manuel’s Tavern was blessed. Scores of people, including employees and longtime supporters, crowded into the Poncey-Highland neighborhood pub on July 25 with its floor still protected by paper. Brian Maloof, who now runs the tavern begun by his late father, […]
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Catholic, Jewish communities to sponsor event on tolerance
Published August 4, 2016
ATLANTA—The Archdiocese of Atlanta, together with the American Jewish Committee Atlanta, will hold a special evening on Thursday, Sept. 8, entitled “Repairing the World: Our Responsibility for Tolerance.” The discussion will be held at The Temple in midtown Atlanta, 1589 Peachtree St., NE. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m., and a reception will begin at […] Full Story
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Dedicated teacher Bill Clarke reaches out to the senior community
By ERIKA ANDERSON REDDING, Special to the Bulletin
Published August 4, 2016ATLANTA—Bill Clarke isn’t ashamed of the term “senior citizen.” He’s empowered by it. And he’s passionate about helping Catholic leaders realize the significant contributions he and his fellow seniors can make to the church if given the opportunity. The first time Clarke tried to retire, he was 55. After the third attempt, he realized he […] Full Story
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Interfaith prayer service to be held Aug. 29
Published August 4, 2016
ATLANTA—Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory will join members of the Jewish and Muslim communities, as well as other Christian denominations, for an evening prayer service Aug. 29, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Marist School. Those gathered will remember in prayer the people who have been martyred for their faith. The discussion will focus on how […] Full Story
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‘Catholics Come Home’ television series with a local flair to air on EWTN
Published August 4, 2016
ATLANTA—The second season of the “Catholics Come Home” television series will premiere on Eternal Word Television Network on Sunday, Sept. 4, at 9 p.m. The episodes in this season, which will air every Sunday for the following 12 weeks, feature scenes filmed locally at St. Michael the Archangel Church, Woodstock, and St. Peter Chanel Church, […] Full Story
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Our Lady of Lourdes to host Evening Prayer for St. Dominic Aug. 8
Published August 4, 2016
ATLANTA—Our Lady of Lourdes Church will host an Evening Prayer for St. Dominic, as part of the 800th jubilee celebration of the Dominican Order, part of a yearlong series honoring the Order of Preachers (the Dominicans). All are welcome to attend this event, which is free. The event is co-sponsored by Our Lady of Lourdes […] Full Story
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Atlanta pilgrims to World Youth Day sent forth with Mass, prayer
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published July 22, 2016ATLANTA—The 2016 World Youth Day Pilgrims Mass, held Wednesday, July 13, at the Cathedral of Christ the King in Atlanta, was a time of prayer and fellowship for young people preparing to make the journey to Krakow, Poland. Representatives of more than 10 parishes and groups attended the evening Mass, organized by the Young Adult […]
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Donations needed to fill empty shelves at St. Vincent de Paul food pantries
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published July 20, 2016ATLANTA—With just a few weeks left in the summer season, the food pantries of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Georgia are running low on non-perishable items for families in need. Area food banks often have shortages during the summer. Many children of the clients served by SVdP Georgia participate in free and reduced […] Full Story
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Music, drama paired with prayer, confession in EPIC youth program
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published July 18, 2016CUMMING—EPIC, an evening for youth of live music, drama and dancing as well as adoration and confession, returns Sunday, Aug. 28, to the Warehouse in Cumming. Developed by the youth ministry team and clergy of St. Brendan the Navigator Church, EPIC is for high school students. The teens socialize at the venue’s coffeehouse and vie […]
