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• Father Richard Wise’s four decades of service remembered 

  

  By GEORGIA BULLETIN STAFF
  Published May 18, 2026

  Father Richard Paul Wise, ordained a priest for the Archdiocese of Atlanta in 1981, died May 13. He served numerous parishes and ministries and quietly took on the role as a foster father to three Ethiopian refugees. Father Wise was 78 years old. 

• Archivist to take on role of vice chancellor for archdiocese

  

  By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
  Published May 16, 2026

  Angelique Richardson has been appointed vice chancellor for the Archdiocese of Atlanta by Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv.  

• St. Jude the Apostle band program helps students grow through music

  

  By NATALIA DURON, Staff Writer
  Published May 16, 2026

  About 100 students participate in the band program at St. Jude the Apostle School. The program lays a foundation for students to pursue band in high school and helps them form friendships through music.

• Archbishop Hartmayer announces 2026 priest assignments

  

  By GEORGIA BULLETIN STAFF, editor@georgiabulletin.org
  Published May 15, 2026

  Archbishop Gregory John Hartmayer, OFM Conv., of Atlanta, shares the 2026 assignments regarding priestly ministry in the archdiocese.

• Bounce houses, big smiles at St. Catherine of Siena Preschool’s Spring Fling

  

  By NATALIA DURON, Staff
  Published May 14, 2026

  St. Catherine of Siena Preschool in Kennesaw marked the end of the school year with the annual Spring Fling, featuring fun outdoor activities.

• Archdiocesan consecration to the Sacred Heart June 12

  

  By GEORGIA BULLETIN STAFF
  Published May 6, 2026

  As the United States marks its 250th anniversary this year, the U.S. bishops will consecrate the nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus at their spring assembly. Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., announced that the diocesan consecration for the Archdiocese of Atlanta will be at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

• Georgia’s bishops remind faithful of obligation to participate in political life

  

  By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Editor
  Published May 5, 2026

  Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv. of Atlanta, Bishop Stephen D. Parkes of Savannah and Atlanta’s auxiliary bishops are urging Catholics to be more engaged in political life.

• No greater love: Jackson parishioner gives pastor gift of life

  

  By GEORGE LEVINS, Special to the Bulletin 
  Published May 3, 2026

  According to the National Kidney Registry, there are more than 90,000 people waiting for a kidney donation. Father Jose Kochuparampil of St. Mary, Mother of God Church was on that waitlist, until November 2025, when a parishioner walked into his office with a life-giving offer.

• From the Archives: A milestone in newspaper digitization

  

  By GEOFFREY HETHERINGTON, Archdiocesan Archivist  
  Published May 3, 2026

  The archdiocesan Office of Archives and Records recently completed a major milestone of a project years in the making. Beginning in 2019, archivists have worked toward digitizing all issues of The Georgia Bulletin and making them accessible online.

• 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.