Georgia
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The Atlanta Boy Choir to sing in Poland, honor Blessed John Paul II
Published April 16, 2014
ATLANTA—The 65 men and boys of The Atlanta Boy Choir will travel to Poland this June, where they have been invited to perform in honor of the canonization of Pope John Paul II. A longtime favorite of Pope John Paul II, the choir sang many times at St. Peter’s in Rome with the Holy Father […]
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Author’s story of faith depicted in ‘Heaven is for Real’
By ERIKA D. ANDERSON, Special to the Bulletin
Published April 16, 2014ATLANTA—In an especially emotional scene in the new film, “Heaven is for Real,” Pastor Todd Burpo, played by Greg Kinnear, says to another character, “You never have to apologize to me for being a broken person.” It’s Burpo’s favorite line in the movie, based on the book he wrote by the same name. “Heaven is […]
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Priest who witnessed healing speaks on Divine Mercy devotion
By ANNE NEUFELD RUTZ, Special to the Bulletin
Published April 16, 2014ATLANTA—A priest involved in the sainthood process for St. Faustina Kowalska said he considers devotion to the Divine Mercy “the greatest grassroots movement in the entire history of the church.” Marian Father Seraphim Michalenko spoke in March at a Cathedral of Christ the King program called “The Time for Divine Mercy Is Now.” Many Catholics […] Full Story
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St. Jude, archdiocesan council to receive NCEA awards
Published April 16, 2014
ATLANTA—Two awards from the National Catholic Educational Association will be presented to archdiocesan Catholic school groups at their convention in Pittsburgh in April. The Archdiocese of Atlanta’s Schools Advisory Council, just one of six across the country, is being recognized for three achievements, including developing a best practices toolkit for principals. The second award winner […]
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Exceptional religious educator, Joyce Guris, to receive NCEA award
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff reporter
Published April 16, 2014MARIETTA—A longtime leader of religious education in the Archdiocese of Atlanta earned a national award for her “unique approaches to fostering lifelong faith formation.” Joyce Guris is being recognized as the 2014 recipient of the Religious Educational Excellence Award. She is to receive the award from the National Catholic Educational Association at its gathering in […] Full Story
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Holy Spirit Preparatory appoints new Lower School principal
Published April 16, 2014
ATLANTA—Holy Spirit Preparatory School has announced the appointment of Peter Schultz to the position of Lower School principal. He will begin July 1. For the last 15 years, Schultz has served as principal in both private and public schools, most recently as principal of Sts. John and Paul School, a K-8 Catholic school in Larchmont, […]
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Stories of jubilee priests rich with God’s surprises
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff reporter
Published April 16, 2014ATLANTA—One priest marched for civil rights. Another served in violent Atlanta public housing projects. And one left his native Pennsylvania to minister to the small Catholic community in north Georgia. All of these three priests mark milestones this year, commemorating 25 and 50 years since their ordinations. Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory and their brother priests […]
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A tradition of ‘living’ the Stations
By MICHAEL ALEXANDER, Staff photographer
Published April 16, 2014MARIETTA—For the 17th time, St. Ann Players presented their annual Living Stations for the parish of St. Ann’s Church on April 11. The performance was carried out with a cast of 67 thespians and a supporting technical crew of 15 people. The St. Ann Players are under the direction of Christine Holt, who has over […] Full Story
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Distribution of $15 million Joseph Mitchell bequest
Published April 3, 2014
ATLANTA–According to the Finance Office of the Archdiocese of Atlanta, $15 million in liquid assets from the Joseph Mitchell estate was distributed as follows: CATHEDRAL OF CHRIST THE KING—50 percent of the bequest: Cathedral Capital Campaign/Building Fund: $7.5 million CHARITIES—25 percent of the bequest: Catholic Charities Atlanta—General Use: $1.5 million Catholic Charities Atlanta—Restricted Use: $2.0 […] Full Story
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West Wesley residence to become Cathedral rectory for six priests
By MARY ANNE CASTRANIO, Staff Writer
Published April 3, 2014ATLANTA—In the coming weeks, the Cathedral of Christ the King will begin the renovation of the archbishop’s former residence into a rectory for the priests who serve at the parish. The Cathedral purchased the residence on West Wesley Road, about two blocks from the church, as part of a 20-year plan to create room for […] Full Story
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Archbishop apologizes, will seek more counsel on his new residence
By MARY ANNE CASTRANIO, Staff writer
Published April 3, 2014ATLANTA—Responding to public and media criticism about his new residence in Buckhead, Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory issued a statement of apology to the Catholics of the Archdiocese of Atlanta in his column in the April 3 issue of The Georgia Bulletin. He said, “As the Shepherd of this local Church, a responsibility I hold more […]
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Drunk driving victim, offender, tell stories of how separate accidents intersected their lives
By LINDSAY WOOD, Special to the Bulletin
Published April 3, 2014CONYERS—An unlikely pair of brothers-in-law shared the story of their meeting with over 100 people at St. Pius X Church in Conyers on March 2. But it wasn’t a happy story. It was one about enduring regret and the ripple effect of drunk driving. On the night of his 21st birthday, April 11, 1997, Eric […] Full Story
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Judge rules in favor of Atlanta Catholic entities in HHS case
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published April 3, 2014ATLANTA—U.S. District Judge William S. Duffey Jr. has ruled that two organizations affiliated with the Atlanta Archdiocese—Catholic Charities Atlanta and Catholic Education of North Georgia Inc.—cannot be required to comply with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ contraceptive mandate of the Affordable Care Act. In a 91-page decision issued March 26, Judge Duffey […]
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Abby’s spirit leads her family to spotlight organ donation, teen drivers
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published April 3, 2014NEWNAN—When she was 9 years old, Abby Bacho loved to play school with her younger sister. High-spirited Abby was usually the teacher and 5-year-old Charlotte her pupil. Abigail Gracen Bacho, the middle of three daughters of Stephen and Natalie Bacho of Newnan, enjoyed singing and had celebrated her first Communion at St. Mary Magdalene Church […]
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Living Stations across archdiocese will deepen reflection on Passion
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published April 3, 2014ATLANTA—Joyful disciples waving palm branches. Costumed soldiers whipping Jesus. Praying outside the Fulton County Courthouse. Meditating at the Martin Luther King Jr. Center reflecting pool. These are a few of the ways Catholics in the Archdiocese of Atlanta can participate in the Lenten custom of the Way of the Cross, the tradition that follows Jesus’ […] Full Story
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Consultative groups advising Archbishop Gregory
Published April 3, 2014
ATLANTA—Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory is advised by these groups in making decisions for the archdiocese. Priests’ Council: Composed of over 30 priests of the archdiocese. By canon law they represent all of the priests and assist the archbishop in fulfilling his role as chief pastor. Archdiocesan Pastoral Council: Multicultural group of young, middle-aged and older […] Full Story
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Georgia Catholic Conference sees mixed results in 2014 legislative session
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published April 3, 2014ATLANTA—The Georgia Catholic Conference, working on behalf of the Archdiocese of Atlanta and the Diocese of Savannah, monitored several pieces of legislation during the 2014 session of the Georgia General Assembly. The assembly adjourned on Thursday, March 20, with lawmakers working until midnight. The conference, led by executive director Frank Mulcahy, strongly supported Senate Bill […] Full Story
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Walter Reeves to speak at Christ Child Society benefit
Published April 3, 2014
ATLANTA—The Christ Child Society of Atlanta will present “Dancing in the Garden with Walter Reeves” Saturday, April 26, with total proceeds going to fund its programs for children and mothers in need. The event features Georgia’s premier gardener, Walter Reeves, as luncheon speaker. The lunch will be at the Capital City Club—Brookhaven, 53 W. Brookhaven […] Full Story
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McAuley Award given to Ricks Anderson
Published April 3, 2014
Saint Joseph’s Health System held its annual McAuley Award ceremony in February where Ricks Anderson, a 19-year employee, was recognized with the honor. The recognition applauds a staff member who embodies foundress Catherine McAuley’s ideals of respect for the dignity of all persons, compassion, service and leadership. Venerable Mother McAuley is the foundress of the […] Full Story
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Grandparents given Irish welcome at OLA School
Published April 3, 2014
On Friday, March 7, Our Lady of the Assumption School, Atlanta, celebrated Grandparent and Special Others’ Day with a St. Patrick’s Day theme. More than 550 guests enjoyed Irish food in the cafeteria with music provided by the school band. During homeroom visits, guests were treated to student performances. Veterans received special recognition. Active military […] Full Story
