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• Lock-In Raises Awareness, Resolve Of Pro-Life Teens

  By ERIKA ANDERSON, Staff Writer
  Published January 29, 2004

  On the eve of the anniversary of the Supreme Court decision that made abortion legal, hundreds of teenagers gathered at the Cathedral of Christ the King with a mission. As they attended Mass and listened to pro-life speakers, the teens took the opportunity to show that they could make a difference in the fight to […]

• Sacred Music Concert To Be Given By Kelly Whittier

  Published January 22, 2004

  The second annual Dorothy Bunting Weiss Sacred Music Concert will be held Tuesday, Feb. 10, at 8 p.m. at Sacred Heart Church featuring organist Kelly Plauché Whittier. A 2000 graduate of Emory University with a master of sacred music degree in organ performance, Whittier will be performing on the historic Catholic Church’s new Cassavant Freres […]

• Around The Archdiocese, Catholic Schools Celebrate Their Uniqueness

  By MARY ANN CASTRANIO, Staff Writer
  Published January 22, 2004

  The air is noticeably swirling with excitement this week at Catholic schools around the Archdiocese of Atlanta. Excitement, pride and celebration abound, as students, teachers, parents and faculty prepare to celebrate the blessings of Catholic education during Catholic Schools Week, which is commemorated nationally the week of Jan. 25-31. This year’s theme for the 30th […]

• Blessed Trinity Students Experience Joy Of Service

  Published January 22, 2004

  Blessed Trinity Catholic High School is not just a community of young adults entering a building to enrich their minds. This school is a place where their souls have an opportunity to be enriched as well. One of the many requirements placed on students at Blessed Trinity is community service. Each student is required to […]

• St. Pius Christmas Tournament Has Become A Classic

  Published January 22, 2004

  When it comes to traditional holiday entertainment, certain events come to mind—the Nutcracker, college bowl games, and now the St. Pius X Christmas Classic basketball tournament. The hugely popular tournament, sponsored by St. Pius X High School, brings together boys and girls basketball teams from Catholic high schools across the country for three days of […]

• ‘Camelot’ Highlights 20 Years Of Outreach Program

  Published January 22, 2004

  Friends of St. Martin de Porres, an outreach program of Holy Cross Catholic Church, has reached a milestone. This February the group will mark its 20th year of feeding the community by entertaining the community. The group will present “Camelot,” with performances on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 13-14, and on Friday through Sunday, Feb. 20-22. […]

• We Walk Hand In Hand: Catholic Community Challenged To Work For Justice

  By PRISCILLA GREEAR, Staff Writer
  Published January 22, 2004

  Catholics crowded into the Shrine of Immaculate Conception on the bleak afternoon of Jan. 17 to celebrate the social justice legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and to examine anew whether they are heeding prayers for reconciliation and peace and putting them into action in their daily lives. The annual Catholic celebration, with the […]

• ‘Back To Basics’ Class Offered Jan. 18 At St. Catherine Of Siena

  Published January 15, 2004

  St. Catherine of Siena Church, located at 1618 Ben King Road, will once again hold its “Back to the Basics” class on Sunday, Jan. 18, from 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. in Herbert Hall. This month’s topic will be “The Gospel of Life.” All are welcome to attend this hour of reviewing the Catholic faith and discussing answers to questions such as:  What […]

• Jesuit Jubilarian Found His Destiny In Priesthood

  By PRISCILLA GREEAR, Staff Writer
  Published January 15, 2004

  In his genteel New Orleans accent, Jesuit Father Niel Jarreau has invited countless souls to step out of the daily routine to renew or deepen their relationship with Christ and realize their potential. His 60-year ministry as a Jesuit has largely centered around offering spiritual direction and leading retreats. From 1982-90 and from 2000 through […]

• St. Meinrad Archabbot To Lead Parish Mission

  Published January 15, 2004

  Benedictine Archabbot Lambert Reilly of St. Meinrad Archabbey in southern Indiana will be offering a parish mission at All Saints Church Jan. 25-27 at 7 p.m. The public is invited. The 70-year-old native of Pittsburgh professed vows as a Benedictine monk in 1956 and was ordained to the Roman Catholic priesthood in 1959. For more than […]

• Medical Conference On Terry Schiavo Case Planned

  Published January 15, 2004

  Saint Joseph’s Hospital of Atlanta, in joint sponsorship with the Atlanta Guild of the Catholic Medical Association, is hosting a continuing medical education activity entitled “Nutritional Hydration: The Terry Schiavo Case.” The conference will be held on Saturday, Feb. 14, in the Saint Joseph’s Hospital Auditorium, and is open to physicians as well as clergy. […]

• Father Durkin To Speak At Magnificat Feb. 7

  Published January 15, 2004

  Father Jack Durkin, pastor of Christ Our Hope Church, Lithonia, will be the speaker at the Magnificat breakfast to be held Saturday, Feb. 7, at Killian Hall. The quarterly breakfast for women is part of an international Catholic ministry formed in the Archdiocese of New Orleans. The breakfast is a time of prayer and praise […]

• Mercy Care Services Receives Federal Funds For Cancer Program

  Published January 15, 2004

  On World AIDS Day, Dec. 1, a check for $337,677 was presented to Saint Joseph’s Mercy Care Services by U.S. Rep. John Lewis. Mercy Care Services provides health care and social services to those in need in Atlanta—primarily the uninsured, the underinsured, people who are homeless, and new immigrants. The funds represent a portion of […]

• Audit Report For The Archdiocese Of Atlanta

  Published January 8, 2004

  The Archdiocese of Atlanta (“the Archdiocese”), which was established in 1956, encompasses 69 counties in northern Georgia. It consists of 75 parishes, 20 missions, and 21 elementary and secondary schools and serves a population of about 367,000 registered Catholics with 150 deacons and 166 archdiocesan priests. The Most Reverend John Francis Donoghue, installed as archbishop […]

• Monk Colors Communities With His Stained Glass Creations

  By PRISCILLA GREEAR, Staff Writer
  Published January 8, 2004

  While some monks at the Monastery of the Holy Spirit arouse taste buds with the brandy-soaked fruitcake they create, another monk patiently labors in his workshop to enlighten congregations through his stained-glass windows. The light of Father Methodius Telnack’s artistic vision shines through windows in churches and other institutions in places ranging from Blue Ridge […]

• Migration Week Spotlights Plight Of World Refugees

  By PRISCILLA GREEAR, Staff Writer
  Published January 8, 2004

  Sitting at the dining room table in his apartment in front of a picture of Mecca, Layee Toure, a native of Liberia, reads from a 1998 letter from a friend informing him of his little brother’s execution by government forces. Sorting through newspaper clippings and old employment badges, Toure recalls how his 20s were spent […]

• Rise Up For Life Georgia To Be Held Jan. 21, 22

  Published January 8, 2004

  On the 31st anniversary of Roe vs. Wade, the Supreme Court decision that legalized abortion, pro-life supporters will have an opportunity to pray for those hurt by abortion and to speak to Congressional representatives about the legislation regarding abortion. The archdiocesan Pro-Life Office is sponsoring Rise Up For Life Georgia, which will include activities for […]

• St. Pius Hosts Jan. 31 Event For Catholic High Dads

  Published January 8, 2004

  The football season was intense. St. Pius beat Marist for the first time in 21 years. Marist went on to win the state championship. Blessed Trinity beat Our Lady of Mercy during Mercy’s homecoming game. And throughout the fall, fathers of each team cheered on their children’s teams, the friendly rivalry sometimes growing as intense […]

• Youth Plan Events As Part Of MLK Celebration

  By GRETCHEN KEISER, Staff Writer
  Published January 8, 2004

  Published: January 8, 2004 ATLANTA—Catholic youth and young adults will hold a celebration Sunday, Jan. 18, to remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and help carry his dream of a just society to new generations. The celebration is part of a weekend of remembrance that begins Saturday, Jan. 17, with a 2 p.m. Mass at […]

• Pastor Surprised By Both Congregations At Party To Celebrate 15 Years Of Priesthood

  By PEGGY SINANIAN, Special Contributor
  Published January 8, 2004

  Parishioners of St. Anthony’s Church, Blue Ridge, and Good Samaritan Church, Ellijay, surprised their pastor, Father Chris Williamson, with a catered dinner party to mark the 15th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood. Approximately 100 parishioners from both groups gathered in St. Anthony’s parish hall to honor Father Williamson. Before dinner was served, Mrs. […]