Georgia
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An interview with Bishop Konzen
By MARY ANNE CASTRANIO, Executive Editor
Published April 19, 2018ATLANTA—In the weeks preceding his ordination as auxiliary bishop of Atlanta, Father Joel M. Konzen, SM, in the midst of moving and setting up his new office and preparing for his new duties while winding up former responsibilities at Marist School, found time to sit down for an interview with The Georgia Bulletin. He reminisced […] Full Story
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Marist priest ordained Atlanta’s newest auxiliary bishop
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published April 19, 2018ATLANTA—Having chosen “Be merciful, and with a cheerful heart,” as his episcopal motto, Bishop Joel M. Konzen, SM, was ordained an auxiliary bishop for the Archdiocese of Atlanta during an afternoon Mass, April 3. Magnificent Easter flowers adorned the altar of the Cathedral of Christ the King as Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory ordained the Society […] Full Story | En Español
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Pius Players dedicate show to Msgr. Young
Published April 19, 2018
ATLANTA—The Pius Players of St. Pius X High School in Atlanta dedicated their spring musical production, “Best of Broadway” to a special priest and educator. Director Bonnie E. Spark and the student cast dedicated their March 8-11 performances to Msgr. Terry Young, who served as the school’s principal for 15 years. Msgr. Young was ordained […] Full Story
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Catholic Charities Atlanta to host 2018 Soirée
Published April 19, 2018
ATLANTA—“Moonlight Masquerade,” the annual benefit event for Catholic Charities Atlanta, will be held Saturday, April 28, from 6:30-11:30 p.m. at The Fairmont, 1429 Fairmont Avenue, NW, Atlanta. All proceeds from this event go directly to support the programs and services that CCA provides to its clients in need. The Soirée includes a catered seated dinner, […] Full Story
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Order of Malta hosts 2018 ‘Life is Beautiful’ Gala
By GIGI MEYERS Special to the Bulletin
Published April 19, 2018ATLANTA— The seventh “Life is Beautiful” Gala was held in February this year, sponsored by the Atlanta Region, Federal Association of the Sovereign Order of Malta, to benefit the work of the Pregnancy Aid Clinic (PAC). PAC is a nonprofit center that has been providing life-changing and life-saving services to women, regardless of financial ability, […] Full Story
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MLK legacy a challenge ‘to work more vigorously’ against violence, says archbishop
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published April 5, 2018ATLANTA—Churches around the Archdiocese of Atlanta solemnly rang bells 39 times in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the assassination of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. April 4. From Atlanta’s Blessed Sacrament Church and the Shrine of Immaculate Conception to Flowery Branch’s Prince of Peace Church, the tolling bells marked Rev. King’s 39 years […] Full Story
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WWME celebrates annual marriage day ball
Published April 5, 2018
ATLANTA—Worldwide Marriage Encounter (WWME) couples from the Atlanta area gathered Feb. 17 for the annual World Marriage Day Ball at the Atlanta Marriott in Peachtree Corners. The World Marriage Day Ball was established in 1986 to honor couples who have been married a long time and serve as great examples of love to their families […] Full Story
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Cancer home auxiliary installs new board of officers, celebrates annual Mass
By JEAN DRISKELL, Special to the Bulletin
Published April 5, 2018ATLANTA—Members of the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Home Auxiliary attended their annual Mass for the living and deceased members and their families on Thursday, Feb. 15, in the cancer home’s chapel. The celebrant was Dominican Father Arthur Kirwin. Following Mass, the members attended their quarterly meeting where Barbara Ginn and Florence Pharris were voted […] Full Story
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Confirmation project brings saints to life for St. Oliver Plunkett teens
By CLAIRE MISTRETTA, Special to the Bulletin
Published April 5, 2018SNELLVILLE—The Living Saints Project, a project where the second-year confirmation students share a part of their journey with parishioners of the church, took place at St. Oliver Plunkett Church in Snellville in the fall. As a part of the second year of the confirmation program at the church, the students selected a saint whose name […] Full Story
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MLK ecumenical prayer service set for April 23
Published April 5, 2018
ATLANTA—April 4 marked the 50th anniversary of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The anniversary of Dr. King’s death is especially meaningful for the interfaith community in Atlanta. An ecumenical prayer service will be held Monday, April 23, at 7 p.m. at the Cathedral of Christ the King to mark the anniversary. Archbishop […] Full Story
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Workshop looks at church’s stance on just war, global conflicts
Published April 5, 2018
MARIETTA—Justice and Peace Ministries of the Archdiocese of Atlanta will sponsor “A Catholic Look at War and Global Conflict” on Saturday, April 28, at Transfiguration Church in Marietta. The all-day workshop will be from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. in the parish’s family life center, 1815 Blackwell Road. The workshop will examine the Catholic Church’s stance on […] Full Story
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Dr. Victoria Musey will speak at the May Magnificat
Published April 5, 2018
ATLANTA—All women are invited to come to the Magnificat meal in the Marian month of May, which will be held on Saturday, May 12. Dr. Victoria Musey, of Atlanta, will share her faith story. The Magnificat is held at Holy Cross Church, Atlanta, from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Whether with a friend or on […] Full Story
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Pilgrims spend Good Friday walking alongside Christ
Published April 5, 2018
ATLANTA—Pilgrims took to the streets of Atlanta March 30 for the 38th annual ecumenical Good Friday pilgrimage, beginning at the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception and ending at the crypt of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Atlanta. Bishop Bernard E. Shlesinger III opened the event, called the Urban Way of the Cross, with […] Full Story | En Español
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The evening before his ordination, new bishop promises faith, fidelity
Published April 5, 2018
ATLANTA—On the eve of his ordination, Bishop-designate Joel Matthias Konzen, SM, gathered with Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory, Bishop Bernard E. Shlesinger III along with visiting prelates, priests, women and men religious of the archdiocese and family for solemn vespers at the Cathedral of Christ the King in Atlanta, April 2. The Marist priest was ordained […] Full Story
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Priests renew ordination promises at annual Chrism Mass
Published April 5, 2018
ATLANTA—Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory, surrounded by the scores of priests who serve in the Atlanta Archdiocese, blessed sacred oils at the annual Chrism Mass, celebrated Tuesday, March 27, at the Cathedral of Christ the King. Archbishop Gregory said the oils are to be used “to sanctify God’s people” at each of the parishes in the […] Full Story | En Español
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Meet the 2018 jubilarian priests
Published April 5, 2018
ATLANTA—The March 27 Chrism Mass at the Cathedral of Christ the King was a jubilee celebration of the ordinations of nine priests: 60-year jubilarians Father Jerome McKenna, CP, is the pastor of St. Paul of the Cross Church, Atlanta. A native of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, he is the oldest of seven sons of the late Francis […] Full Story
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Father Okeke remembered as priest who shared his humanity
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published April 5, 2018JOHNS CREEK—With praises sung in Ibo, the language of his native Nigeria, Father Charles Okeke was memorialized during a funeral Mass March 23 at St. Benedict Church. The faithful filled the sanctuary’s 1,200 seats to say farewell to the priest in the church where he began his ministry in 2011. Wearing ornate headdresses and blue […] Full Story
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Teens use Eagle Scout projects to help people in need
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published April 5, 2018ATLANTA—Young men who earn the rank of Eagle Scout are in rare company. It’s been reported only four percent of Boy Scouts achieve the recognition. Two Scouts who are Catholic recently completed their Eagle Scout community projects that are the capstones of their Scouting experience. The two participated in the Scout Mass on March 24, […] Full Story
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Archdiocesan committee on Scouting celebrates milestone anniversary
By ERIKA ANDERSON REDDING, Special to the Bulletin
Published April 5, 2018ATLANTA—For generations, Scouting has helped countless young people to grow in skills, values and integrity. Boys and girls have learned to love their country and live their lives with respect for nature—and one another. And for many Scouts, their experiences have helped them grow in their faith as well. Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory celebrated the […] Full Story | En Español
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Renowned art historian to speak at benefit lecture for Eucharistic Congress
By MARY ANNE CASTRANIO, Executive Editor
Published April 4, 2018ATLANTA—Elizabeth Lev, Ph.D., a noted art historian and dynamic speaker based in Rome, will give a lecture at an upcoming event to benefit the Archdiocese of Atlanta’s annual Eucharistic Congress. The event, set for Saturday, May 5, at 7 p.m. will be held at the Glen Memorial Sanctuary on the Emory University campus, 1652 North […] Full Story
