Georgia
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Pastor who was first SPX principal retires at 88
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published July 6, 2017LAWRENCEVILLE—Father James L. Harrison, the founding principal of St. Pius X High School and one of the first native-born Georgia diocesan priests, retired July 1. He has been serving as pastor of St. Marguerite d’Youville Church in Lawrenceville. Organized by the Martha’s Ministry of the parish, a buffet dinner party was held in honor of […] Full Story
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Celebrations continue at Decatur’s St. Thomas More School
Published July 6, 2017
DECATUR—To continue St. Thomas More School’s celebration of winning the 2016 Blue Ribbon School of Excellence Award, the parent-teacher organization purchased blue ribbon T-shirts for all the students and staff. While in the new matching shirts, the school community formed a human logo. Ian Labreck, the school’s band director and also St. Pius X High […]
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Teacher wins Georgia Credit Union scholarship for continuing ed
Published July 6, 2017
ATLANTA—The Georgia United Credit Union announced the winner of the Archbishop Emeritus John Francis Donoghue Scholarship for Continuing Education, Kathryn Ledlie of Atlanta, first-grade teacher at Christ the King School. This scholarship is named for the late Archbishop John Francis Donoghue, who was a strong advocate of Catholic education and credit union services. Since the […] Full Story
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Laudato Bee Honey sold for environmental projects by UGA Catholics
Published July 6, 2017
ATHENS—The Laudato Si’ Squad, of the Catholic Center at the University of Georgia, is comprised of a small group of students who collaborate with the community to spread awareness of human connection to the rest of God’s creation and each other. The group is focused on initiatives at the Catholic Center, from planting native flower […]
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Holy Spirit Prep graduate to attend college seminary
Published July 6, 2017
ATLANTA—Among the 2017 graduates from Holy Spirit Preparatory School this year was Matthew “Cole” Austin. Cole served as the head boy and is the first student at this Atlanta independent Catholic high school to enroll in a college seminary. In August, he will be attending St. Joseph Seminary College in Saint Benedict, Louisiana, where he […] Full Story
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Architectural tours of Conyers monastery offered through October
Published July 6, 2017
CONYERS—See the beauty and history of the Our Lady of the Holy Spirit Monastery in Conyers during the monthly Highlights and Insights Tour, sponsored by the Arabia Mountain Heritage Area Alliance. Tour dates are Saturdays on July 22, Aug. 26, Sept. 16 and Oct. 28 at 1:30 p.m. The monastery is located at 2625 Highway […]
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Christ the King School service program earns national recognition
Published July 6, 2017
ATLANTA—The Christ the King School’s “CKS Serves” program was recognized this past spring with a 2017 Innovations in Catholic Education award. The prize was awarded to the school as the winner of the “Total Community Involvement” category, announced at the annual National Catholic Educational Association convention in St. Louis, Missouri. CKS Serves grew out of […]
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Knights salute nonprofits serving in three counties
Published July 6, 2017
GREENSBORO—The annual Knights of Columbus Charity Brunch was held in April at the Reynolds Lake Club. This event recognizes the charitable works of a variety of organizations in Greene, Putnam and Hancock counties. The Knights of Columbus donates financial assistance annually to the organizations in support of their charitable works. Each organization gave a brief update […] Full Story
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Cristo Rey looks toward 2017 school year with newly renovated place to learn
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published July 6, 2017ATLANTA—Cristo Rey Atlanta Jesuit High School for the first time will have an entire high school student body, from veteran seniors to wide-eyed freshmen, when classes reconvene. Freshmen students start arriving for a summer academy July 24 at the school’s new location in downtown Atlanta after a $21 million makeover of the donated building. Classes […]
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Bishop Luis R. Zarama named bishop of Raleigh, North Carolina
Published July 5, 2017
ATLANTA—Pope Francis has appointed Bishop Luis R. Zarama, auxiliary bishop of the Atlanta Archdiocese, to serve the people of the Diocese of Raleigh, North Carolina, as their bishop. The appointment was announced Wednesday, July 5. In a statement, Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory said that Pope Francis has “honored the Archdiocese of Atlanta with the gift […]
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Openness to why young Catholics pull away from the church is key, speaker says
By ERIKA ANDERSON REDDING, Special to the Bulletin
Published June 23, 2017COLLEGE PARK—If the 2017 Eucharistic Congress is any indication, the future of the Catholic Church is in capable, faithful hands. From the Friday night “Revive” track on June 16 to the Saturday English and Spanish tracks, young adults flocked to the Eucharistic Congress at the Georgia International Convention Center June 16 and 17. At “Revive,” […]
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At congress, author-speakers encourage men to focus on growing in holiness
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published June 23, 2017COLLEGE PARK—Catholic men attending the 22nd annual Eucharistic Congress heard a call for action to live as “loving servants” of their wives, families and the church. Said Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers, “We make time for those things in life that are important to us and doing everything possible to cultivate and enrich our relationship with God […]
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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, […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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, […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
