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SPX volleyball team: standouts on the court and the classroom
Published September 21, 2018
ATLANTA—The St. Pius X volleyball team was honored for its academic excellence by the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) for the 2017-18 school year. This marks the fifth year in a row Coach John Frederick’s squad has been recognized, and the eighth time, overall. The award, which was started in the 1992-93 academic year, honors […] Full Story
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Notre Dame Academy graduate returns for first year of teaching
Published September 21, 2018
DULUTH—Stefania Monti, a Notre Dame Academy alumna, joined the Duluth school’s faculty for her first year of teaching second grade. Monti attended the school in 2006 as a fifth-grader and graduated in 2010. At the time, Notre Dame Academy only served students in Pre-K3 through eighth grade. In 2019, the independent Catholic school will graduate […]
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Marist student pays it forward to special need students in Nicaragua
Published September 21, 2018
ATLANTA—Mary Koenenn, a rising senior at the Marist School, wanted to celebrate her 17th birthday with friends and family, but she also wanted to serve young people in need. Instead of gifts, Koenenn asked friends to donate to Mustard Seed Communities. And at her party, local ministry Caring Canvases helped her organize a special painting […] Full Story
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St. Ann Church community celebrates 40th anniversary
Published September 20, 2018
MARIETTA—Joined by Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory, the members of St. Ann Church, Marietta, celebrated the 40th anniversary of their parish at an Aug. 5 Mass. A gala Founder’s Weekend evening of food and dancing Aug. 3 preceded the Mass and the community continued the anniversary celebration with a ministry fair and Atlanta Braves Night events […] Full Story
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Missing in America Project provides burial for forgotten veterans
Published September 20, 2018
ATLANTA—National cemeteries are places where many veterans of military service are interred. There is one group of veterans, however, who have no final resting place—they are the Missing in America. They are veterans whose ashes remain unclaimed even though they have burial benefits in national cemeteries. Their cremains may be found in funeral homes, storage […] Full Story
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Catechists deserve ‘best support possible,’ says conference organizer
By CATHY WEAVER BISCAN, Special to the Bulletin
Published September 20, 2018ATLANTA—A rainy morning did not deter 1,500 catechists from filling the Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel and Convention Center on Aug. 18 for the 12th annual Atlanta Catechist Conference, hosted by the Archdiocese of Atlanta and the metro deaneries. The theme for the day was “Witnesses for Jesus Christ” with the large turnout itself serving as […]
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It’s ‘love at first laugh’ for Catholic improv actor Lemmo
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published September 20, 2018WOODSTOCK—It’s a preeminent rule for performers under the bright lights—make the other actors look better. That’s solid advice for life, says improvisational actor Joe Lemmo. This Catholic funnyman mixes his stage skills and faith with young people on retreats for life lessons, laughs with engaged couples as future brides and grooms stretch their communication muscles […] Full Story
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UGA Catholic Center’s Sister Barbara Daniels marks 50 years of religious life
By PRISCILLA GREEAR, Special to the Bulletin
Published September 20, 2018ATHENS—As a Missionary Sister of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, Sister Barbara Daniels has educated in faith and mathematics from the remote Pacific country of Papua New Guinea and cities across Africa to Catholic schools across Pennsylvania and an international spirituality center in France. And since 2012 she has joyfully carried out her latest […] Full Story
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Disabilities ministry’s Faith and Sharing Mass welcomes all to table
By ERIKA ANDERSON REDDING, Special to the Bulletin
Published September 20, 2018ATLANTA—In 1978, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops released a landmark statement calling for the Church to advocate and include those with disabilities. Forty years later, members of the disabilities community in the Archdiocese of Atlanta gathered to celebrate the statement and pray for the growth they believe is yet to come Archbishop Wilton D. […] Full Story
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Sept. 11 Blue Mass offers heartfelt respect, prayers for first responders
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published September 20, 2018ATLANTA— On the 17th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, Atlanta emergency workers were honored at the Cathedral of Christ the King. Outside the cathedral a large American flag flew high above the streets between two Atlanta Fire Rescue ladder trucks. The skirl of bagpipes marked the somber occasion for reflection and […] Full Story
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Green and Red Masses scheduled for October
Published September 20, 2018
ATLANTA— Special Masses to celebrate a new judicial year and for those who work in environmental sustainability will be celebrated this month by the Archdiocese of Atlanta. Green Mass The archdiocese will celebrate its third annual Green Mass for all who volunteer or work in “green jobs” or environmental sustainability, and for all who love […]
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Thought-provoking Jesuit author to present at two local parishes
Published September 18, 2018
ATLANTA—Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory has invited Jesuit Father James Martin to speak to the Catholic community in Atlanta. Father Martin will present “Building a Bridge: Showing Welcome and Respect in our Parishes to LGBT Catholics” on Saturday, Oct. 20, at 7 p.m. at St. Thomas More Church, 636 W. Ponce de Leon Ave., Decatur; and […] Full Story | En Español
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State attorney general presses archdiocese for ‘new day of transparency’
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published September 7, 2018ATLANTA—Georgia’s top law enforcement officer urged the Archdiocese of Atlanta to “unwaveringly commit to a new day of transparency and openness” in response to Pennsylvania’s investigation into sexual abuse by clergy members. On Friday, Aug. 31, Attorney General Chris Carr said his office does not have the authority in state law to prosecute crimes against […]
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Catholic Foundation announces grant awards for spring 2018
Published September 6, 2018
ATLANTA—The Catholic Foundation of North Georgia issued 43 grants totaling $135,400 for the 2018 competitive spring grant cycle. These grants will support the Catholic community through a variety of causes within the Archdiocese of Atlanta. The Catholic Foundation attracts, professionally manages and invests gifts to support the current and long-term financial needs of parishes, schools, […]
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Masterworks Recital benefits decorative arts fund at Mary Our Queen
Published September 6, 2018
PEACHTREE CORNERS—Mary Our Queen Church will present Roy Harran and Julie Coucheron, performing a “Cello Masterworks” recital in the sanctuary on Thursday, Sept. 13, at 8 p.m. Mary Our Queen Church is located at 6260 The Corners Parkway, Peachtree Corners. Pope Benedict XVI described classical music as an “encounter with the divine,” which can help […] Full Story
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Office of Child and Youth Protection seeks to protect, heal
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published September 6, 2018SMYRNA—In the Archdiocese of Atlanta, the Office of Child and Youth Protection concentrates on the daily work of empowering parishes, families and individuals to create and maintain safe environments for the young and vulnerable. The office (OCYP) includes both the Safe Environment and Victim Assistance programs. Perla Freed is director of safe environment, and Sue […] Full Story | En Español
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Archdiocese to have on-site audit this year
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published September 6, 2018ATLANTA—The Office of Child and Youth Protection is preparing for an audit of the 2017-2018 school year. An on-site audit of all American dioceses is conducted once every three years by the independent StoneBridge Business Partners. “The auditors will be here the week of Oct. 8,” said Perla Freed, director of the Safe Environment program […] Full Story | En Español
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Safe Environment director completes international child protection program
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published September 6, 2018SMYRNA—Perla Freed, director of the Office of Safe Environment for the Archdiocese of Atlanta, is a graduate of the most recent Safeguarding of Minors diploma program at the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome, Italy. Eighteen students from 13 different countries took the five-month diploma course, beginning last October and culminating in February. Freed was one […] Full Story | En Español
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Martineck to serve as director of Respect Life ministry
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published September 6, 2018SMYRNA—Joey Martineck, who was recently named director of the Respect Life ministry for the Archdiocese of Atlanta, believes painters and writers, along with all artists, can “pierce” the hearts of the community to see the beauty of life“Something more is demanded these days. You don’t just hear a lecture, in this day and age, hear […] Full Story
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Parishioners of Gainesville Mission rejoice in a ‘new temple’
By ERIKA ANDERSON REDDING, Special to the Bulletin
Published September 6, 2018GAINESVILLE—The excitement was palpable at St. John Paul II Mission. Festive music sung by bilingual voices greeted Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory, who dedicated the new church home for the mission of St. Michael Church Aug. 18. The enthusiastic congregation filled every seat, occupied every space along the walls and spilled out into the overflow area […]
