Georgia
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Pope Francis’ inspiration impacts agenda for leaders of priests’ councils
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published May 15, 2014ATLANTA—Longtime Vatican reporter John Allen on Thursday, April 24, spoke to more than 100 priests in Atlanta attending the meeting of the National Federation of Priests’ Councils. Allen said the global fascination with Pope Francis is an opportunity for the church to engage with the world. But he wondered what type of church the world […] Full Story
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Inspiring portraits from the Class of 2014
Published May 15, 2014
Each spring, Catholic high schools are asked by The Georgia Bulletin to nominate a standout senior whose unique qualities make him or her an inspiration and a source of vitality at the school, often quietly, far from the spotlight. From the class of 2014, here are this year’s seven profiles, including young entrepreneurs, students becoming … Continue reading Inspiring portraits from the Class of 2014
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At Monsignor Donovan, Balbina Ramos’ faith guides her, impacts those around her
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published May 15, 2014Balbina Ramos “believes in doing whatever it takes to help family, strangers and anyone in need,” said Monsignor Donovan High School in its nomination of her as the outstanding senior for The Georgia Bulletin. They attribute her willingness to help others to her Catholic upbringing. “Many teachers feel she is the person that will (and […] Full Story
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St. Pius X’s Will Gillett finds achievement, success through work ethic
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published May 15, 2014St. Pius X High School, in its nomination of Will Gillett as its outstanding senior, noted, “Will has truly served the community through his high school career. He is involved in extracurricular activities at SPX, he does service and has created businesses based on needs in the community. Many high school students start businesses but […]
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Mercy’s outstanding senior, Essai Flores, balances a full schedule with helping others
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published May 15, 2014Our Lady of Mercy High School nominated Essai Flores as its outstanding senior, noting that Essai is a “true Mercy success story.” Earning a scholarship to a prestigious university, Essai will be the first one in his family to attend college, an accomplishment that is “a defining moment for his family. FAYETTEVILLE—Essai Flores will be […]
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Holy Spirit Prep senior Sarah Martin ‘finds her voice’ to inspire others to success
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published May 15, 2014Holy Spirit Preparatory School nominated Sarah Martin as an outstanding senior for The Georgia Bulletin. According to the school, Sarah was “the meekest, quietest girl in her class through most of high school.” She has “blossomed into a student leader these last two years.” ATLANTA—Leading a theater program for youngsters. Mentoring underclassmen. Throwing parties for […]
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Pinecrest senior Evan Montalbano overcomes personal tragedy, seeks God’s plan for his life
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff reporter
Published May 15, 2014In nominating Evan Montalbano as Pinecrest’s outstanding senior, the school said, “Have you ever met a young person that has such dramatic impact on your life that you are brought to tearful admiration for him or her, gain a renewed confidence in humanity and marvel at the resiliency of the human spirit? This is the … Continue reading Pinecrest senior Evan Montalbano overcomes personal tragedy, seeks God’s plan for his life
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Journalist and athlete, Sophie Gonzalez enlivens the Marist School community
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff reporter
Published May 15, 2014Marist School nominated senior Sophie Gonzalez to be recognized in The Georgia Bulletin, adding that with Sophie’s background, “her intelligence and initiative, and her concern for others make her a wonderful member of our community.” ATLANTA—Sophie Gonzalez walks the sidelines to interview coaches, players and parents, looking to add insight to Marist School sports. And […]
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Blessed Trinity’s Devon Krapcho finds strength to excel in the face of adversity
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff reporter
Published May 15, 2014In nominating senior Devon Krapcho for The Georgia Bulletin’s outstanding senior recognition, school principal Frank Moore noted that “In a time when young people are so self-involved, Devon never takes himself too seriously and is one of the most modest students I know.” ROSWELL—Devon Krapcho’s high school career has been marked by success in the […]
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Archbishop ‘will officially restrict’ presence of weapons in Catholic institutions
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, ngolden@georgiabulletin.org
Published May 1, 2014ATLANTA—A state bill loosening gun restrictions, and opposed by the Georgia Catholic Conference, was signed into law by Gov. Nathan Deal and will take effect July 1. In his column in the May 1 edition of The Georgia Bulletin, Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory said that he regrets the enactment of the new gun law “more […]
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Founder would like a home for adults with special needs near every parish
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published May 1, 2014TUCKER—Joshua Newhard joins the threesome around the round table preparing dinner, where one tears apart lettuce, and another slices green and red peppers for a salad. In the kitchen, Lisa Malak turns the canned tomato sauce into marinara for spaghetti, the night’s entrée. “I used to do this when I worked in the back. Now, […] Full Story
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From Georgia to Rome, local Catholics celebrate new saints
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Reporter
Published May 1, 2014ATLANTA—Hundreds of believers filled the sanctuary of St. Marguerite d’Youville Church, Lawrenceville, celebrating as Pope Francis proclaimed Pope John Paul II and Pope John XXIII to be saints. The ministry of the Polish Catholic community in the Atlanta Archdiocese drew the faithful to this Mass on Divine Mercy Sunday where prayers were recited in Polish […] Full Story
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Cristo Rey’s first freshman class is introduced, to applause
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published May 1, 2014ATLANTA—More than 400 parents, students and supporters helped to dedicate the new Cristo Rey Atlanta Jesuit High School as incoming students guided visitors through their future classrooms in a transformed office building. The standing-room-only crowd burst into long and loud applause April 22 when the class of 2018 was asked to stand up, then another […]
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Archdiocese receives ‘huge response’ to pastoral planning survey
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published May 1, 2014ATLANTA—The response to the Archdiocese of Atlanta’s pastoral plan survey, which will help guide the direction of the church locally, is being described as overwhelming. The archdiocese received more than 14,700 responses to the survey conducted in March both online and in paper format. According to Peter Faletti, director of planning and research for the […]
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High school senior finds ‘a sense of confidence’ as equestrian
By PRISCILLA GREEAR, Special to the Bulletin
Published May 1, 2014ATLANTA—At her high school, Mary Ruth Nagel created an equestrian team, co-led a homeless shelter ministry and excelled in AP calculus and other classes. Equine therapy and deep faith enabled the anxious youth to find her stride and grow into a school leader—while designing Catholic jewelry on the side. Mary Ruth is the fourth of […]
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Catholic high school commencements fill May calendar
Published May 1, 2014
ATLANTA—The seven Catholic high schools will hold commencement exercises in May and six have announced their 2014 valedictorians and salutatorians. The graduations are listed below. Archdiocesan high schools Blessed Trinity High School Blessed Trinity High School in Roswell will have its graduation ceremony on Saturday, May 17, beginning at 3:30 p.m. at the school, […]
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Three baptisms christen new Athens school campus
Published May 1, 2014
Three youngsters were the first baptisms at the new campus of St. Joseph Church and School. The Athens school community celebrated the event with the Scott family on Friday, April 11. Jackson Scott, who is in second grade, Clayton Scott, in kindergarten, and Anniston Scott, who is in the preschool, were baptized by Father David […] Full Story
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Jewish traditions inform Holy Week in Woodstock
Published May 1, 2014
Parishioners at St. Michael the Archangel Church, Woodstock, learned about the connection between the Jewish festival of Passover and the Eucharist during a Holy Week Seder celebration that featured Israeli folk dancers, a children’s choir and a traditional Seder meal. Zechariah Ministries, which conducted the event and shares these celebrations throughout the Atlanta Archdiocese, is […] Full Story
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HSP faculty awarded professional development grants
Published May 1, 2014
Three members of Holy Spirit Prep’s Upper School faculty have been awarded grants from the National Endowment for the Humanities. Jill Stedman, Christopher Oppermann and Madlyn Faber with the grant money will study history, philosophy and archaeology. Stedman, a social sciences teacher and assistant principal for academics, received a $1,200 grant to attend a course […] Full Story
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Surgeon receives Sister Valentina Sheridan Award
Published May 1, 2014
Dr. John C. Garrett was awarded Emory Healthcare’s 2014 Second Century Award for Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital (called the Sister Valentina Sheridan Award). He was honored recently at the ninth annual Second Century Awards dinner and ceremony at the Atlanta History Center. Specializing in knee repair, Garrett helped advance arthroscopic surgery with new surgical techniques […] Full Story
