Georgia
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2012 St. Patrick’s Day Festivities Planned
Published March 1, 2012
Mass, live music and the 130th annual parade headline the 2012 St. Patrick’s Day festivities in the Archdiocese of Atlanta, sponsored by Atlanta St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Inc. Events begin on Saturday, March 10, with the Hibernian Benevolent Society of Atlanta Black Tie Ball, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Druid Hills Golf Club, Atlanta. […]
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Catholic Foundation Announces Latest Grants
Published March 1, 2012
According to Michael J. Keough, board chairman, the Catholic Foundation of North Georgia approved 37 grants totaling $100,000 for their Fall 2011 cycle. These grants will support a variety of causes in the Archdiocese of Atlanta. The following 27 grants came from the general grants program, which is funded by the foundation’s general, Goizueta, and […]
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Young Adult Lent Series ‘Holy Grounds’ Underway
Published March 1, 2012
The Office of Formation and Discipleship of the Archdiocese of Atlanta is sponsoring its annual Holy Grounds Lenten coffeehouse at different locations throughout the archdiocese on Wednesday nights during Lent. The series for single and married persons in their 20s and 30s begins each week with Mass, followed by a light Lenten dinner and a […] Full Story
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Author’s Visit A Highlight Of Black History Month
By MICHAEL ALEXANDER, Staff Photographer
Published March 1, 2012St. Thomas More School, Decatur, celebrated Black History Month during the month of February. This year’s theme was “STM—Embracing Diversity.” Some of the events that took place during the celebratory month included a dance presentation by the DeKalb School of the Arts, a performance by the Amazing Grace Liturgical Dancers from Our Lady of Lourdes […] Full Story
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Men Invited To Reflect On Their ‘Yes’ And ‘No’
Published March 1, 2012
A time for men to step back for a few hours and reflect on their faith: that’s what the men envision who are planning the 2012 Blessed Trinity and Marist Morning of Reflection for Dads/Men. The event, Saturday, March 24, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., is offered for fathers, grandfathers, alumni and friends of […] Full Story
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Elect, Candidates Reflect God’s Faithfulness, Archbishop Gregory Says At Rite Of Election
By STEPHEN O'KANE and ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writers
Published March 1, 2012Just like the rainbow signifying God’s promise to Noah that water would never destroy the earth again, the nearly 2,000 people preparing to enter the Church this Easter are a beautiful reflection of the fidelity of God, Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory said. Referring to the day’s reading from Genesis, Archbishop Gregory welcomed the “rainbow assembly” […] Full Story
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Aquinas Center To Host Noted Dominican Leader
Published February 16, 2012
Emory University’s Aquinas Center of Theology is marking its 25th anniversary with an internationally known Catholic religious leader, author and theologian. Dominican Father Timothy Radcliffe will speak at the university’s Glenn Memorial Hall. He is scheduled to talk about “The Christian Imagination and the Contemporary Search for Wisdom” on Wednesday, March 28, starting at 7:30 […]
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Catholic Schools Honor Their Top Employees
Published February 16, 2012
Educators and employees of the archdiocesan and independent Catholic schools around the metro Atlanta area gathered for the fifth annual Education Banquet on Feb. 4 at the Marriott Atlanta Perimeter Center. The banquet is the traditional closing to the celebration of Catholic Schools Week in the Atlanta Archdiocese, which this year had the theme of […] Full Story
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Ecumenical Events Build Local Catholic-Orthodox Ties
By GRETCHEN KEISER, Staff Writer
Published February 16, 2012The spiritual leaders of Roman Catholics and Greek Orthodox in metropolitan Atlanta came together Jan. 24 for an ecumenical service at Holy Spirit Church, the seventh time since 2009 the two faith communities’ local leaders, clergy and lay people have held such gatherings of prayer and shared concerns. “We are called to gather in (God’s) […] Full Story
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Georgia Laity Join Bishops At Capitol ‘Catholic Day’
By STEPHEN O'KANE, Staff Writer
Published February 16, 2012Georgia Catholics made their presence known to the state’s legislative bodies during the 2012 Catholic Day at the Capitol on Tuesday, Feb 7. The event provided Catholics from the Archdiocese of Atlanta and the Diocese of Savannah the opportunity to observe sessions in the Georgia House of Representatives and Senate, to speak with their legislators […] Full Story
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Published February 16, 2012
Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory has announced the following changes in priest assignments. He has confirmed the recommendation of Bishop Jacob Angadiath, of the St. Thomas Syro-Catholic Diocese of Chicago, and confirmed Father Dominic Joseph as pastor at Holy Family Syro-Malabar Knanaya Church, Loganville, effective Jan. 26. He will reside at St. Patrick Church, Norcross. Father […]
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Deacon Assignments
Published February 16, 2012
Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory has announced the following changes in deacon assignments. Deacon Michael T. Byrne has been assigned as chaplain to the St. Thomas More Society, effective Feb. 6. Deacon William Garrett has been assigned as chaplain to Catholic Charities Atlanta, effective Feb. 6. Deacon Robert Hauert has been assigned to represent the Archdiocese […] Full Story
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SJN Teacher Brings Culture, Language To Classroom
By STEPHEN O'KANE, Staff Writer
Published February 16, 2012The Spanish class at St. John Neumann School is about much more than learning vocabulary and conjugating verbs. Spanish teacher Elibeth Torres strongly believes that all people belong to the family of God and strives to incorporate this truth into her lessons. By blending cultural information, educational lessons and religion, Torres shares her Puerto Rican […] Full Story
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Holy Spirit Prep Teacher Uses Music To ‘Thank God’
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published February 16, 2012Rosemary Thomasberger teaches music and the performing arts to inspire her young students to experience “the joy and an appreciation for what God has given us.” She wants the youngsters in the Holy Spirit Preparatory Lower School program “to see beauty in music and in the arts” as they grow in life and faith. A […]
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‘Original’ Holy Redeemer Teacher Adds International Slant
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published February 16, 2012Toni Trevisan believes a good student needs to do more than just get good grades. As a moderator of the school’s National Junior Honor Society, she encourages students to help senior citizens, feed the hungry, tutor younger students. Trevisan is one of the remaining original teachers of the Holy Redeemer School. For her involvement inside […] Full Story
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Alabama Physician-Deacon To Speak At CMA Event
Published February 16, 2012
The Atlanta Guild of the Catholic Medical Association is sponsoring its 17th annual program on Saturday, March 10, at Mary Our Queen Church, 6260 The Corners Parkway, Norcross. The program will begin with the 5 p.m. vigil Mass with the parish. Mass will be followed by the guild’s annual banquet and program in Kiernan Hall. […] Full Story
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Looking For Young Artists For CCHD Arts Contest
Published February 16, 2012
The Catholic Campaign for Human Development is sponsoring its annual Youth Arts Contest for youth in two age groups—grades 7-9 and 10-12—who live in one of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico. The theme for the 2012 contest is “Faith in Action! Uproot Poverty Together.” Through the contest, schools, young […] Full Story
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SVdP To Serve As Partner For 2012 Hunger Walk/Run
Published February 16, 2012
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Atlanta invites all to help fight hunger in Georgia by participating in the upcoming Hunger Walk/Run 2012 on Sunday, March 11, at the Green Lot at Turner Field. The walk/run goes through downtown Atlanta. All ages and athletic abilities are welcome. The schedule of events is: 12 p.m. […] Full Story
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Catholic Charismatic Renewal Celebration
Published February 16, 2012
The 45th anniversary celebration of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal will be held at Corpus Christi Church, 600 Mountain View Drive, Stone Mountain, on Saturday, Feb. 18. Father Tim Hepburn will be the principal celebrant and Father Guyma Noel will concelebrate with other clergy. Everyone is welcome to attend. Praise and worship will begin at 7 […] Full Story
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Archdiocese Celebrates World Day For Consecrated Life
Published February 16, 2012
Men and women religious and others who live the consecrated life gathered at the Monastery of the Holy Spirit for the annual observance of the consecrated life in the Atlanta Archdiocese on Feb. 7. The World Day for Consecrated Life, established by Pope John Paul II in 1997, is observed in the U.S. on Feb. […]
