Georgia
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Jesus’ humble presence in Eucharist brings healing during service
By SUZANNE HAUGH, Special to the Bulletin
Published June 23, 2017COLLEGE PARK—The Divine Healer was present and adored in the Eucharist while providing needed grace to individuals and families June 16 during the healing service at the Eucharistic Congress. “Coming here is like a booster shot for your faith,” said Hal Todd, who attended with his wife, Kelly, and their three children, Mackenzie, 17, Sophie, […] Full Story
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Opening Mass calls faithful to put Eucharist at core of lives
By SUZANNE HAUGH, Special to the Bulletin
Published June 23, 2017COLLEGE PARK—The mystery and miracle of the Eucharist took center stage June 16 for the opening Mass of the 22nd Eucharistic Congress at the Georgia International Convention Center. Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory welcomed all to the Friday evening Mass, the “kick-off” event, where the local church, together with fellow Catholics and neighbors from near and […] Full Story
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SPC students’ summer enriched with learning program
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published June 23, 2017ATLANTA—A pilot enrichment program at St. Peter Claver Regional School in Decatur, made possible by the Christ Child Society of Atlanta, will help students avoid the summer academic slide. Fifty students from pre-kindergarten to eighth grade are participating in the summer series on Wednesday mornings. The Christ Child Society funded the program to help students […] Full Story
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Starve Wars packers send meals and a piece of their hearts to West Africa
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published June 23, 2017COLLEGE PARK—Jean Sawadogo scooped rice into the protein-rich packaged meal as he and his team worked toward the goal of making 100,000 meals. While people bustling around him were moved by compassion to be at the Starve Wars meal-packing event, Sawadogo and his wife, Pauline, had other reasons to give up their morning on Friday, […] Full Story
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Popes declare it, people welcome it; this is ‘the time of mercy,’ priest says
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published June 23, 2017COLLEGE PARK—During the English track of the Eucharistic Congress, Father Michael Gaitley presented the second greatest story ever told—a story he believes proves divine mercy. Using history and humor, Father Gaitley told the engaging story of the connection between St. Faustina Kowalska and St. Pope John Paul II and how the world has come to […] Full Story
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Dancing, singing, fervent prayers are hallmarks of Spanish track at congress
By DANIELA MORENO, Special to the Bulletin
Published June 23, 2017COLLEGE PARK—Thousands of Catholics from throughout Georgia gathered once again at the Georgia International Convention Center June 17 to celebrate the 2017 Eucharistic Congress. As it does every year, Saturday morning started with the colorful, enthusiastic and faith-filled procession where participants sing, dance and worship with devotion before the presence of Jesus in the Blessed […] Full Story | En Español
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Faith infused with fun moves teens from fear to trust
By PAYTON GRIFFIN, Special to the Bulletin
Published June 23, 2017COLLEGE PARK—The middle school track at the Eucharistic Congress made its debut June 17 with an immense amount of energy and an unprecedented level of interaction for teens. Whether it was the time of Eucharistic adoration or the question-and-answer session with Bishop-designate Bernard E. “Ned” Shlesinger III, the praise concert or conversations with a renowned […] Full Story
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Dominican sister and saint’s daughter reflect on family power of holiness
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published June 23, 2017COLLEGE PARK—It was all about family for English track speakers Sister Jane Dominic Laurel and Dr. Gianna Emanuela Molla. The Dominican sister gave practical ways parents can help children “catch” the faith to make it their own. Molla shared her life’s work—to spread the example and spirituality of her mother, St. Gianna Beretta Molla. Sister […]
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2017 Eucharistic Congress centers on the importance of Christ in the Eucharist
By GRETCHEN KEISER, Staff Writer
Published June 23, 2017COLLEGE PARK—Like Joshua and his family, the thousands attending the 2017 Eucharistic Congress in the Atlanta Archdiocese were urged to make serving the Lord the foundation of their lives. Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory told them June 17 he hoped the assertion of Joshua about his household was reflected in their minds and hearts as the […]
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Diverse Francophone community hears priest from Ivory Coast
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published June 23, 2017COLLEGE PARK—“Bienvenue” read the sign welcoming participants to the evening Francophone track at the Eucharistic Congress on Friday, June 16. More than 50 French-speaking Catholics gathered in the Gulfstream Room of the Marriott Gateway Hotel to sing hymns and hear encouraging words from the speaker, Father Leon N’Zi. The group’s joy, as they sang “Roi […]
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Father Paul Zirimenya invites ASL track to the wedding feast of the Lamb
By KATHY BYRNE, Special to the Bulletin
Published June 23, 2017COLLEGE PARK—What do the wedding veil, the blood and water flowing from the side of Christ, and the holy Eucharist have in common? Using humor, personal stories and a colorful PowerPoint, Father Paul Zirimenya creatively answered this and other interesting questions in the American Sign Language track of the Eucharistic Congress. Father Zirimenya expanded the […] Full Story
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A young boy considers his vocation
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published June 23, 2017COLLEGE PARK—John Thomas Johnson, age 7, was already paying a visit to the Office of Vocations exhibit at the Eucharistic Congress. A student at Queen of Angels School in Roswell, John Thomas was dressed for the part of a priest in a white alb, red and gold chasuble and black biretta. He carried a crucifix […] Full Story
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Vietnamese bishop speaks to community about faith and family
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published June 23, 2017COLLEGE PARK—Images of families spending time at home or practicing Marian devotions served as the visual backdrop for programs of the Vietnamese track of the Eucharistic Congress. Hundreds attended the morning and afternoon sessions on Saturday, June 17, at the Marriott Gateway Hotel adjacent to the Georgia International Convention Center. Bishop Joseph Chau Ngoc Tri, […]
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God, friendship highlighted at the children’s track
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published June 23, 2017COLLEGE PARK—The Dominican sisters and musician Sarah Kroger led more than 300 youngsters in prayer and praise during the children’s track of the 2017 Eucharistic Congress June 17. Moved to the Marriott Gateway Hotel adjacent to the Georgia International Convention Center this year, the track served children ages 5 to 10 who were pre-registered for […] Full Story
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Transfiguration Church founding pastor, Father Raymond F. Horan, dies at 74
Published June 23, 2017
ATLANTA—Father Raymond F. Horan died Friday, June 9, at the Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville. He was 74 years old. The son of Raymond F. Horan Sr. and Marguerite E. (O’Shaughnessy) Horan, he was born Oct. 10, 1942, in Somerville, Massachusetts. He had two siblings, Peter and David. He attended Marist College High School […] Full Story
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Deacon Stephen J. Bek, of Hiram, dies
Published June 23, 2017
HIRAM—Deacon Stephen J. Bek of Hiram died May 4. He was 72 years old. He was born on Feb. 16, 1945, in Crawfordville, Indiana, to the late Ignatz Joseph and Margaret Louise Beck. He was preceded in death by his brother, Jerry Beck. Deacon Bek was ordained to the permanent diaconate on Feb. 8, 2003, […] Full Story
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The congress is a hit on social media
By ERIKA ANDERSON REDDING, Special to the Bulletin
Published June 23, 2017COLLEGE PARK—Holding a cardboard frame, Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory beams from the Archdiocese of Atlanta Instagram account. “Archbishop Gregory is excited for this year’s Eucharistic Congress! Are you ready?” the caption reads. In other pictures, both Bishop Luis R. Zarama and Bishop-designate Bernard E. “Ned” Shlesinger pose similarly. All photo captions end with #ATLEC2017, the […] Full Story
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Sister Mary Paul Cretello, who served at the cancer home, dies
Published June 23, 2017
ATLANTA—Sister Mary Paul Cretello, OP, died April 18 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Home in Atlanta after an extended illness. She was 84 years old. She was born Anne M. Cretello on Jan. 25, 1933, in Long Branch, New Jersey, to Anthony Cretello and Antoinette (Cittandino) Cretello. She was preceded in death by her […]
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Four ordained as transitional deacons
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published June 1, 2017ATLANTA—Thunderous applause echoed off the stone walls of the Cathedral of Christ the King as four men presented themselves to be ordained as transitional deacons, a milestone toward serving as Catholic priests. As the men lay face down on the stone floor, friends and family filling the Gothic church’s wooden pews asked the saints to […] Full Story | En Español
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Innovative program funds buildings for rapidly growing churches
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published June 1, 2017ATLANTA—Making room for everyone at the Lord’s table is the spirit behind a focused new program in the Archdiocese of Atlanta. The Special Projects Program is funding the expansion of basic worship and religious education space in a few uniquely challenged parishes whose churches cannot hold all those coming for Mass or faith education. The […]
