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• Nashville Dominicans bring joy to classroom and community 

  

  By MEG BUTLER, Special to the Bulletin
  Published April 30, 2026

  Three sisters from the Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia Congregation teach at St. Catherine of Siena School, bringing a joyful enthusiasm for learning and Jesus to the young students and the parish school community. 

• Sister Norma Pimentel shares the power of ‘encounter’ at Aquinas Center lecture 

  

  By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
  Published April 30, 2026

  Sister Norma Pimentel, known for her work with migrants on the southern border, was the St. Catherine of Siena Lecture speaker at the Aquinas Center for Theology at Emory University, challenging believers to stand with the marginalized.

• A sticker contest for Catholic artists 

  

  By GEORGIA BULLETIN STAFF
  Published April 16, 2026

  The Archdiocese of Atlanta is hosting a sticker design contest to celebrate the arrival of the World Cup to Atlanta in June.   

• Twelve priests celebrating 2026 jubilee anniversaries

  

  By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Editor
  Published April 16, 2026

  This year’s jubilarian priests are celebrating between 25 and 65 years in the priesthood. Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., acknowledged their dedication to serving others at the Chrism Mass.

• Bilingual advocates expand support for Hispanic families at Pregnancy Aid Clinic

  

  By NATALIA DURON
  Published April 15, 2026

  With the help of bilingual advocates, Pregnancy Aid Clinic supports Hispanic clients through Spanish-language services and culturally responsive care.

• Archbishop Hartmayer responds to President Trump’s pope criticism

  

  By GEORGIA BULLETIN STAFF
  Published April 13, 2026

  Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., responded to President Donald Trump’s criticism of Pope Leo XIV in an April 13 statement.

• Archbishop Hartmayer extends Pascha greetings to Greek Orthodox community

  Published April 11, 2026

  In a letter to His Eminence Metropolitan Sevastianos, Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer offered prayers and greetings to the clergy and lay faithful of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Atlanta for a Blessed Pascha, April 12.

• Archdiocese to launch virtual Catholic high school this fall

  

  By NATALIA DURON, Staff Writer
  Published April 8, 2026

  The Archdiocese of Atlanta is introducing a fully online high school program this fall, expanding access to Catholic education for students across Georgia and beyond.  

• Feed My Starving Children necesita voluntarios para el MobilePack

  

  By NATALIA DURON, Staff Writer
  Published April 8, 2026

  On May 15-17, Feed My Starving Children will host its annual MobilePack event in Athens. The Catholic Center at UGA and the UGA Athletic Association have supported the event since its launch in 2023, encouraging residents in surrounding communities to participate.

• Bishop Konzen submits resignation letter, reflects on vocation

  

  By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
  Published April 8, 2026

  Bishop Joel M. Konzen, SM, who recently submitted his resignation letter to the Vatican, reflected on his ministry as a priest and member of the Society of Mary. He called religious vocations “a joyful life.”

• Archbishop Hartmayer extends Passover greetings to Jewish community

  Published April 7, 2026

  In a March 31 letter, Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., extended warm wishes to Atlanta’s Jewish community celebrating Passover.

• St. Mary’s Academy student earns global award for work in technology and community building

  

  By NATALIA DURON, Staff Writer
  Published April 7, 2026

  St. Mary’s Academy student Keaton Garcia is a 2026 international finalist for the FIRST Leadership Award. The Fayetteville junior was chosen for success in robotics and community outreach, and will represent the school at the FIRST World Championships in Texas.

• Archbishop Hartmayer leads priests in renewing promises at chrism Mass

  

  By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Editor
  Published April 1, 2026

  Calling the March 31 chrism Mass “a moment of grace for our entire local church,” Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., consecrated the chrism and blessed the oils of the catechumens and the sick to be used in parishes for the next year.

• Atlanta’s Franciscans gather in prayer

  

  Published March 26, 2026

  On Feb. 12, in an evening of prayer, members of the Franciscan community, other religious communities and the faithful of Holy Cross gathered to mark the beginning of the Year of St. Francis 

• Father Michael Shannon, LC, remembered

  

  Published March 25, 2026

  Father Michael Shannon, a priest of the Legionaries of Christ, died March 18. He was 70 years old and had been serving as a parochial vicar at St. Brendan the Navigator Church.

• Hawthorne Dominicans serve Christ in the suffering 

  

  By SARAH METTS, Special to the Bulletin
  Published March 24, 2026

  “Sent to Serve” profiles the religious orders serving in the Archdiocese of Atlanta, and this inaugural story shares the work of the Hawthorne Dominicans of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Home.

• Georgia March for Life emphasizes healing after abortion

  

  By NATALIA DURON, Staff Writer
  Published March 24, 2026

  On March 12, parishioners, families and students of the Archdiocese of Atlanta and other advocates participated in the Georgia March for Life. The day began with a Mass for the Preborn and continued with a rally and march at the Georgia Capitol. This year, advocates emphasized healing and mercy.

• Catholic Charities Atlanta honors McCarthys

  Published March 24, 2026

  Catholic Charities Atlanta (CCA) announced the 2026 recipients of the Bishop’s Award as Jean Ann and Barry C. McCarthy. The award was given at the organization’s annual soirée on Feb. 21.  

• Shuttered school transformed into mission church for Habersham Catholics 

  

  By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
  Published March 19, 2026

  A closed school building has become St. Dominic’s Chapel, serving a primarily immigrant community in the northeast corner of the Archdiocese of Atlanta. “This is a beautiful place where they can feel love,” says pastor, Father Jose DeLeon.  

• Chesterton Academy marks inaugural swim season  

  

  Published March 19, 2026

  Chesterton Academy of Atlanta competed in the Georgia Independent Athletic Association (GIAA) with an inaugural swim season.