Georgia
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Chief operating officer departs for Archdiocese of Washington
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published March 31, 2022David Spotanski, who was named the first lay chief operating officer in the Archdiocese of Atlanta in 2013, reflects on his time here. Spotanski was recently asked to take on a similar role by Cardinal Wilton D. Gregory for the Archdiocese of Washington.
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School facilities manager says work is ‘heaven on earth’
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published March 21, 2022Yemane Ghidey, school facilities manager at St. Thomas More School, watches over the students as any grandfather would. The school community recently celebrated the 73-year-old with “Mr. Yemane Day” honoring his service with a smile.
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Atlanta Catholic transforms personal suffering into hope
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Editor
Published March 21, 2022The meaning of suffering is something Paula Umana has contemplated often since her diagnosis with a paralyzing neurological disorder seven years ago. The Atlanta Catholic offers hope in a new book sharing the stories of others who suffer.
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Drawn by lives of believers, hundreds exploring the faith
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published March 20, 2022More than 1,400 women, children and men are preparing to take their next steps in faith by joining the Catholic Church in the Archdiocese of Atlanta. They will be received into the church at Easter.
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Expanded Laudato Si’ plan builds on local environmental efforts
By SAMANTHA SMITH, Staff Writer
Published March 16, 2022The Archdiocese of Atlanta has expanded its Laudato Si’ Action Plan. The nearly 80-page document provides suggestions for how Catholics can care for the environment, as well as highlight the work of the archdiocese. It is available in English and Spanish.
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Ukrainian Catholic Church collects aid, gathers in prayer for ‘heartbreaking’ conflict
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published March 16, 2022As the Divine Liturgy concluded at Mother of God Ukrainian Catholic Church in Conyers, the priest standing before the altar led the faithful to pray for “mercy and compassions” for the people in his homeland.
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Cristo Rey Atlanta Jesuit High School gala highlighted its first class
By Georgia Bulletin Staff
Published March 6, 2022The Rey of Hope Gala 2022 on Feb. 11 celebrated the first class of students of Cristo Rey Atlanta Jesuit High School, who are set to graduate from college this spring.
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Remembering Deacon Larry Casey
Published March 4, 2022
Deacon Lawrence “Larry” Brennan Casey died on Feb. 21 at his home following an extended illness. He was 89 years old.
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A community reflects on thirst, both physical and spiritual
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published March 4, 2022At St. Philip Benizi Church’s “I Thirst” program on Feb. 26, about 50 people had a chance to reflect on the plight of those living in areas without access to clean drinking water while sharing their faith before the Lenten season. Majok Marier, who escaped war in South Sudan, spoke about his drinking water project.
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Holy Spirit Prep partners with sports character program
By Georgia Bulletin Staff
Published March 4, 2022Winning-at-all-costs coaching, sports specialization and “sports rage” are eroding the culture of youth sports. To counter those challenges, Holy Spirit Preparatory School is partnering with the Play Like a Champion Today Character Education Through Sports program.
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Choirs honor Servant of God Sister Thea Bowman
By Georgia Bulletin Staff
Published March 4, 2022The Lyke House Catholic Center honored Franciscan Sister Thea Bowman at a Feb. 20 concert for her contributions to the church.
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New community market provides food help to Atlanta residents
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published March 4, 2022The Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Atlanta has transformed its food pantry ministry into a market, offering customers a chance to shop for kitchen staples.
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Divorced, separated Catholics invited to reflection April 23
By SAMANTHA SMITH, Staff Writer
Published March 3, 2022A relatively new apostolate in the Archdiocese of Atlanta—Witness to Marriage—seeks to support separated and divorced Catholics, and will host a morning reflection in April.
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Pinecrest student invited to Carnegie Youth Orchestra
Published March 3, 2022
Carnegie Hall and its Weill Music Institute has invited Pinecrest Academy Senior Ryan Clever to be a member of the National Youth Orchestra of the United States of America (NYO-USA) for the 2022 season.
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Annual Appeal calls faithful to be ‘transformed in Christ’
By SAMANTHA SMITH, Staff Writer
Published March 3, 2022The Archbishop’s Annual Appeal helps to carry out the mission of the Archdiocese of Atlanta by supporting ministerial, outreach, education, evangelization and discipleship work in north and central Georgia.
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Pope Francis appoints Atlanta priest as Bishop of Charleston
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Editor
Published February 22, 2022Pope Francis has accepted the resignation of Bishop Robert E. Guglielmone, 76, from the Diocese of Charleston, South Carolina, and has appointed Father Jacques E. Fabre, CS, as Bishop-designate of Charleston.
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Deacon John Thomas Mason remembered
Published February 21, 2022
Deacon John Thomas Mason of Cherry Log died on Jan. 30. A longtime deacon at St. Anthony Church in Blue Ridge, he was 81 years old.
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Eucharistic Congress volunteers needed
By SAMANTHA SMITH, Staff Writer
Published February 17, 2022Volunteers are needed for the 25th Eucharistic Congress, to be held June 17-18, at the Georgia International Convention Center in College Park.
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Renovated sacred spaces are gifts to Duluth parish
By SAMANTHA SMITH, Staff Writer
Published February 17, 2022After nearly three years, St. Monica Church is embracing their newly renovated worship space. Renovations included interior renovations of the narthex, sanctuary, nave and adjourning areas.
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Catholic athletes sign on to play collegiate sports
By SAMANTHA SMITH, Staff Writer
Published February 17, 2022Catholic athletes in the Archdiocese of Atlanta made commitments to play collegiate sports on National Signing Day, Feb. 2.
