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Join in a vision of peace at May 20 program of ‘Fatima, Altar of the World’
Published May 12, 2016
ATLANTA—In the spring of 1916, the wonders began. Three rural shepherds, siblings Francisco and Jacinta Marto, 7 and 8, and their cousin Lucia dos Santos, 9, saw a supernatural light in the form of what seemed to be a young man. Over a year later, on the 13th of October, 1917, an estimated 70,000 pilgrims […]
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Like early Christians, women, youth of year ‘continue the works of the Holy Spirit’
By JEAN DRISKELL, Special to the Bulletin
Published May 12, 2016JOHNS CREEK— In the works of mercy, charity and vitality that outstanding women and young people are accomplishing in their parishes, “we can still behold the activity of God’s Holy Spirit in our own time,” Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory said April 16. Fifty-eight women and 59 high school seniors, representing a total of 71 parishes, […]
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George Aulbach dies; devoted expertise to serving Catholic community
Published May 12, 2016
ROSWELL—George L. Aulbach helped the Atlanta Archdiocese open five new Catholic schools and two retirement communities in the metro area. He gave 25 years of volunteer service on various archdiocesan boards to the Catholic community, including Catholic Housing Initiatives, a Catholic schools implementation committee, and the Archdiocesan Finance Council. Aulbach died on Wednesday, April 27. […]
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Corpus Christi’s ‘Mama Gini’ is ‘like a diamond in your hand’
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published May 12, 2016STONE MOUNTAIN—“Mama Gini” is a term of deep affection earned by Gini Eagen who for 30 years has served the refugees, the poor, and the community in need at Corpus Christi Church. A colleague said, “She has never met a soul she doesn’t love.” And that affection recently was showered on her. On Saturday, April […]
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Fayetteville parish mourns death of pastor, Father Michael McWhorter
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published May 12, 2016FAYETTEVILLE—A Georgia-born priest, Father Michael McWhorter loved Civil War history, his family’s Southern roots, his faith, and, most especially, the Eucharist. Father McWhorter, 52, died unexpectedly April 29, in his sleep. It was discovered when he failed to come to St. Gabriel Church for Mass. Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory was principal celebrant of the funeral […]
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New program offers 40 grants to try local Catholic schools
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published May 12, 2016SMYRNA—Welcoming new students to archdiocesan schools is the goal of a pilot tuition reduction grant program announced May 12 by the Office of Catholic Schools. The Welcome Grant program of the Archdiocese of Atlanta will provide reduced tuition to families who want to give Catholic schools a try. The archdiocesan grant program is modeled after […]
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On the Deck is Alpha this summer
Published May 12, 2016
SMYRNA—On the Deck, a program of the Archdiocese of Atlanta’s Young Adult Ministry, will present Alpha on Tuesdays June 14 to Aug. 2 at the Chancery of the archdiocese, 2401 Lake Park Drive, SE, Smyrna. The free programs begin at 7 p.m. and are for college students, ages 18 to 25. Alpha is a chance […] Full Story
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Archdiocese donates building to serve homeless pregnant women
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published May 12, 2016EAST POINT—Sheltering Grace Ministry has a new facility to serve more homeless pregnant women. Local dignitaries, including Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory, celebrated as Sheltering Grace settled into an East Point senior care building that had sat vacant for a decade. The building served as a Catholic personal care home for the elderly known as St. […] Full Story
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Archbishop to speak at Theology on Tap
Published May 12, 2016
ATLANTA—Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory will be the featured speaker at Theology on Tap on Friday, May 27, at Holy Spirit Church, 4465 Northside Drive, NW, Atlanta, in McDonough Hall. The event runs from 7 to 9 p.m. and is a program of the young adult ministry at Holy Spirit Church. Theology on Tap is open […] Full Story
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Women invited to Bible study of Book of Jonah
Published May 12, 2016
ATLANTA—On the five Thursdays in the month of June, Keri Allen, leader of “Proclaim My Word,” life application Bible studies, will be presenting a study of the Book of Jonah. Titled “When God Says Go … Don’t Say No!”, this Bible study for the women of the Atlanta Archdiocese will be held at Holy Spirit […]
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U.S., Mideast Christian leaders vow to work for peace, increase advocacy
By CATHOLIC NEWS SERVICE
Published April 29, 2016ATLANTA (CNS)—Christian churches have a responsibility to work to bring the chronic conflict in the Middle East to a just peace, and more effective advocacy is needed in the United States, said church leaders meeting in Atlanta. Nearly 40 heads of Christian churches and church-related organizations in the U.S. and the Holy Land adopted a […]
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Shelter director Katie Bashor finished her race, with love
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published April 28, 2016ATLANTA—For more than three decades, Katie Bashor lovingly served Atlanta’s homeless at Central Night Shelter, an ecumenical ministry of the Catholic Shrine of the Immaculate Conception and Central Presbyterian Church. On April 23, friends and loved ones, co-workers and students, former and current shelter guests came to Mass at the Shrine in celebration of Katie’s […]
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Lourdes group confronts racism with talk
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published April 28, 2016ATLANTA—In a crowded room at Our Lady of Lourdes Church parish center on a recent Saturday morning, Gino Lloyd shared how the far-flung reach of Facebook, Twitter and social media has brought racism out of the shadows. “It has let America see this is truly going on. In my corner, we knew it was going […]
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St. Pius outscores Marist in rivalry lacrosse match
Published April 28, 2016
ATLANTA—St. Pius X High School girls lacrosse team edged out a 15-13 victory over Marist School girls during a closely contested lacrosse match April 13 at Pius’ George B. Maloof Stadium. Since the match St. Pius (11-3) has gone undefeated in four contests through April 25. They close out the regular season on the road […] Full Story
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Holy Spirit Prep girls reach state soccer quarterfinals
Published April 28, 2016
ATLANTA—The girls soccer team at Holy Spirit Preparatory School shut out Griffin Christian High School 4-0 in an April 18 match on their home field. Midfielder Morgan Delaney scored the first two goals. Stephanie Perez and Jordan Daly scored the other two goals. For senior defender Perez it was the first goal of her Holy […] Full Story
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Notre Dame finds success at first region, state track meet
Published April 28, 2016
DULUTH—Notre Dame Academy high school students Kelsey Benoit and Austin Wilwayco placed in their respective events as the school participated in its first Georgia Independent Christian Athletic Association East Region Track Meet at Briarwood Academy, Warrenton, April 14. Benoit was the region champion in the 400-meter run and she finished third in the high jump. […] Full Story
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Corpus Christi USO volunteers honored
Published April 28, 2016
ATLANTA—The Atlanta Airport hosted the 2016 Airport Volunteer Appreciation Awards Dinner on Monday, April 11, at the Atlanta Marriott Gateway Hotel. Many parishes in the Atlanta Archdiocese were represented as USO volunteers. Pat and Jack Horvath accepted an award from the USO on behalf of the Corpus Christi Church Seniors. The award reads: “75th Anniversary […] Full Story
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Pastor walks in footsteps of Christ in Holy Land
Published April 28, 2016
ISRAEL—Father Neil Dhabliwala celebrated Mass overlooking the Dead Sea during a recent trip to the Holy Land. It was a pilgrimage and a retreat to the Holy Land for the pastor of St. Luke Church, in Dahlonega, because he celebrated Mass at these sites linked to Jesus’ life. The experience was very moving and powerful, […] Full Story
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Marist School marks Society of Mary founding
Published April 28, 2016
ATLANTA—Marist School recently celebrated Fourviere Week April 11-15 in recognition of the 200th anniversary of the founding of the Society of Mary, the religious congregation that owns and operates the school. The international celebration of the 200th anniversary will occur in France on July 23 with representatives from all Marist branches in attendance. At Marist […]
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Marist junior’s art wins scholastic medal
Published April 28, 2016
ATLANTA—Artistry is in the Dockter family DNA. Jefferson Dockter, a junior at Marist School, Atlanta, earned two gold key awards in the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards Georgia level competition, which qualified him for national recognition. His work was recognized with a silver medal for one of his two pieces. This award places him in […]
