Georgia
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Georgia Native Ordained Atlanta Auxiliary Bishop
By GRETCHEN KEISER, Staff Writer
Published April 11, 2013ATLANTA—Ordaining a native son as a bishop for Georgia, the Archdiocese of Atlanta on April 2 received Bishop David P. Talley, as a second auxiliary bishop to assist the archbishop. Reflecting the ongoing growth of the Catholic population of the South, it’s the first time the archdiocese will have three bishops to guide it, and, […] Full Story
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Parishioners Not Surprised Pastor Selected As Bishop
By STEPHEN O'KANE, Staff Writer
Published April 11, 2013JOHNS CREEK—It was bittersweet for parishioners of St. Brigid Church when they learned that their pastor would be ordained as an auxiliary bishop of the Atlanta Archdiocese. While the loss of him as pastor is difficult, his selection did not surprise them. His respectful and humble nature had touched many parishioners, who say those qualities […] Full Story
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He’s Cheerleader-In-Chief At Toni’s Camp
By STEPHEN O'KANE, Staff Writer
Published April 11, 2013ATLANTA—When Toni Miralles first approached him about getting involved with the disabilities ministry at St. Jude Church, Atlanta, Father David Talley did not realize the central impact it would have on his life and ministry. For the new parochial vicar, the zeal of Miralles, who started the ministry to assist her own daughter, Felicia, led […] Full Story
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Sister Margarita Martin, ACJ, Will Speak At Magnificat
Published April 11, 2013
ATLANTA—Sister Margarita Martin, ACJ, will be the guest speaker at the Magnificat breakfast for women on Saturday, May 18, at Holy Cross Church, Atlanta. The Atlanta Joyful Visitation chapter of the international Catholic women’s ministry hosts the breakfast. All women are invited to attend this morning of faith sharing. Sister Margarita is a sister of […]
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Bishop To Bishop: ‘Be Patient And Enjoy Your New Call’
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published April 11, 2013ATLANTA—The Atlanta Archdiocese received its first auxiliary bishop in close to 40 years in 2009 when Auxiliary Bishop Luis R. Zarama was ordained. Bishop Zarama offered some insights he has learned over the years for his new collaborator, Bishop David P. Talley, when he answered a few questions from The Georgia Bulletin: What has surprised […] Full Story
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Vespers Homily Calls For Unity, Fellowship
By MARY ANNE CASTRANIO, Staff Writter
Published April 11, 2013ATLANTA—“Soul of Christ, sanctify me / Body of Christ, save me / Blood of Christ, inebriate me / Water from Christ’s side, wash me / Passion of Christ, strengthen me / O good Jesus, hear me … ” The words of the first prayer included in the program for the solemn vespers honoring the new […] Full Story
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Archbishop: Bishop Talley ‘A Revered And Respected Priest’
Published April 11, 2013
ATLANTA—Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory recently answered some questions for The Georgia Bulletin about the archdiocese’s newest bishop, David P. Talley, and his new role as auxiliary bishop. What particular gifts does Bishop Talley bring to the role of bishop? David Talley is one of the most revered and respected priests in our Archdiocese. He will […] Full Story
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‘Bow-dacious’ Results For Holy Spirit Archers
By MICHAEL ALEXANDER, Staff Photographer
Published March 28, 2013ATLANTA—Three members of the Holy Spirit Preparatory School archery team were top finishers at the National Field Archery Association (NFAA) Indoor Championship in Louisville, Ky., March 16-17. This year’s competition featured over 2,000 archers. Sarah Cullen, a junior, captured the National Championship cup in the Young Adult Female Freestyle Limited class. Adam Kendall, a senior, […] Full Story
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Mary Our Mother Foundation Offers St. Faustina Diary
Published March 28, 2013
ALPHARETTA—The Mary Our Mother Foundation, a nonprofit ministry based in Alpharetta, has released, on audio CD, “Divine Mercy in My Soul: Audio Diary of Saint Maria Faustina Kowalska.” The CDs were produced with the help of the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception, located at the National Shrine of The Divine Mercy in Stockbridge, Mass., […]
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The Call Of Muriel Spark’s ‘Memento Mori’
By DAVID A. KING, Ph.D., Commentary
Published March 28, 2013Sometimes, in spite of all the thinking and planning and pontificating a professor brings to his class, the student says it best. So it was last week, when my literary theory class was discussing Muriel Spark’s 1959 novel “Memento Mori.” “I am familiar with ‘coming-of-age’ stories, but this is the first ‘coming-of-old’ age story I […] Full Story
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New Popes—On The Cover Of The Georgia Bulletin
By MARY ANNE CASTRANIO, Staff Writer
Published March 28, 2013We’ve been looking at The Georgia Bulletin with a heightened sense of history during these last few months, as we celebrate a jubilee milestone here at the newspaper. After spending hours on the announcement of Pope Francis for the last issue, the staff looked up the covers of the issues announcing new popes over the […] Full Story
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CHA Head: ‘Dialogue’ HHS Conflict ‘To Resolution’
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published March 28, 2013ATLANTA—Catholic health care is being challenged by “divisions in the church” but what is needed is a more “humble and discerning approach,” said the leader of the Catholic Health Association. The debate on how to balance religious freedom and medical care in a pluralistic society is not new. It goes back to the earliest days […] Full Story
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Parishes Find Vitality In Caring For Creation
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published March 28, 2013STONE MOUNTAIN—Columbus Brown has traveled to Jamaica to serve poor people but working on a community garden revealed a need here. “It reminded me that I can go on a mission many miles away, but there is so much need right in front of my eyes. I just need to remove the plank from my […] Full Story
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Dogs Make Good Listeners
Published March 28, 2013
Students at Holy Redeemer School, Johns Creek, on Thursday, March 7, were greeted by dogs from Therapy Dogs International. Five dogs were brought in as a treat to support the young students as they practiced their reading skills. The students learned about the dogs and also read to them, an interaction that has been shown […] Full Story
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Four Pinecrest Seniors Win Hispanic Heritage Scholarships
Published March 28, 2013
The Hispanic Heritage Foundation awarded four Pinecrest Academy seniors with college scholarships during a ceremony at Georgia Tech on Tuesday, March 12. About 10,000 students apply for this competition each year. This year, 15 students from the state of Georgia were selected for this honor, and four of them are Pinecrest students. The independent Catholic […] Full Story
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Sophia Academy Students Reenact Christ’s Passion
Published March 28, 2013
In preparation for Holy Week, the eighth through tenth grades of Sophia Academy, Atlanta, presented the “Living Stations of the Cross: A Dramatic Performance of Jesus’ Last Hours” to the school community on Thursday, March 21. Director of Religious Education Julie Noggle said she wanted to bring these stations to life by having students read […] Full Story
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Two Girl Scouts Achieve Gold Award
Published March 28, 2013
Two classmates became the first students from Holy Spirit Prep School, Atlanta, to receive the Girl Scout Gold Award. Carson Hooper and Sabrina Angelo celebrated the accomplishment at a presentation held on March 10 at The Fox Theatre. Fewer than 5 percent of all Girls Scouts earn the award, the highest honor in Girl Scouts. […] Full Story
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Archbishop John F. Donoghue Fund To Promote Culture Of Life
Published March 28, 2013
The Archbishop John F. Donoghue Fund for Life recently got a boost when it received $40,000 from Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory on behalf of the Atlanta Archdiocese. The fund began in 2009 to build an endowment at the Catholic Foundation of North Georgia to provide grants for ministries and nonprofit organizations that promote a culture […] Full Story
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Catholic Charities Helped Boy, Now CEO, As Refugee
By STEPHEN O'KANE, Staff Writer
Published March 28, 2013ATLANTA—Catholic Charities Atlanta staff are known for their compassion toward people facing adversity. Miguel San Juan, the new chief executive of CCA, is no exception, and he also experienced it in his own life story, which is a testament to the crucial work of the organization. “I am honored to be here,” San Juan, 62, […] Full Story
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Magnificat Calls Women To Morning Of Prayer, Grace
By PRISCILLA GREEAR, Special To The Bulletin
Published March 28, 2013ATLANTA—Whether a speaker has a last-minute problem or a printing issue arises, leaders of the Magnificat women’s ministry find that things work out divinely. It’s more, after all, than a lovely women’s breakfast, but a morning of spiritual refreshment with the sparkling centerpiece of Jesus and Mary. The prayer-rooted ministry emphasizes growing in relationship with […] Full Story
