Marietta
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‘Launch’ program transforms religious education at Marietta parish
By ERIKA ANDERSON REDDING, Special to the Bulletin
Published December 7, 2017MARIETTA—It’s Sunday morning at St. Ann Church. In the dim lighting of a first-floor room, dozens of children sit on the floor. The students face the twinkling stars that form a constellation in the shape of a Chi Ro cross. A simulated space shuttle cockpit doubles as a stage. The children are mesmerized by their […]
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Serrans to provide day of recreation for priests
Published August 24, 2017
MARIETTA—The Serra Club of Atlanta will host the 40th annual Priests’ Day of Appreciation and Recreation on Monday, Sept. 18, at the Indian Hills Country Club in Marietta. The day of golf, tennis and fellowship will conclude with a social hour, dinner and awards program. The event begins at 11:30 a.m. at the country club, […]
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Seven Carmelite communities are helping lay Catholics live faith more deeply
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published May 18, 2017This is the third in an occasional series featuring area Catholics deepening their faith by affiliating with religious orders. MARIETTA—Joe Herzberg and Charles Trout stood in front of the altar at Holy Family Church to accept with prayers and blessings a brown square cloth, draped over their chest and back. For these two, the small … Continue reading Seven Carmelite communities are helping lay Catholics live faith more deeply
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Knights of Columbus assembly to hold Memorial Day Mass for fallen warriors
Published May 18, 2017
MARIETTA—The Bishop Charles P. Greco Assembly #2161 of the Knights of Columbus will have a Memorial Day Mass at the Marietta National Cemetery Monday, May 29, at 9 a.m. Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory will celebrate Mass for the more than 17,000 fallen warriors laid to rest at the cemetery, located at 500 Washington Avenue in […] Full Story
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Workshop gives parents guidance on blocking internet porn
By ERIKA ANDERSON REDDING, Special to the Bulletin
Published April 20, 2017MARIETTA—In this technology-driven age, keeping children safe online should be a top priority for families. At a parish workshop in Marietta, parents heard that with diligence, open communication and accountability, they can raise their kids to use and appreciate technology in a positive and moral way. Ryan Foley, vice president of business development for Covenant […]
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Deacon and wife safe at Lent service as plane crash ignites their home
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published March 28, 2017MARIETTA—Faith and the support of the St. Joseph Church community are sustaining Deacon Norm Keller and his wife, Barbara, after a private plane crashed into their front yard, exploding in flames and destroying their home. The Cessna Citation crashed at approximately 7:20 p.m. Friday, March 24, as the Kellers attended a parish fish fry and […]
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Decorated altars mark feast day of St. Joseph, spouse of Mary
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published March 23, 2017MARIETTA—St. Joseph is honored at local parishes with richly decorated altars. This year, for the first time, Jesus’ earthly father and the patron of the universal church is being honored at Holy Family Church, Marietta, with a centuries-old tradition: an altar adorned with bread, pastries and citrus. Parishioner Linda Harrison said she and other parish […] Full Story
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Youth in Mission presents 35 mission scholarships
Published February 9, 2017
MARIETTA—The charity Youth in Mission granted $17,050 in scholarships in December to 35 local youth struggling to fund their 2017 mission trips. The scholarship presentation took place Dec. 17 at St. Joseph Church. Families, mission representatives, Youth in Mission officers and board members, major supporters, Life Teen representatives and Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory were in […]
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Family, friends of Olga Woltering strengthened by her life of faith
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published January 26, 2017MARIETTA—Tim Woltering faced the impending funeral of his mother, Olga, killed in raw violence that struck her down Jan. 6 while among people picking up their luggage in the Fort Lauderdale airport. She and her husband, Ralph, planned to soon board one of their beloved cruises for his birthday when a gunman stepped out of […]
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Sixty-five graduate from Knights disaster training
Published January 12, 2017
MARIETTA—Sal Gullo, state disaster coordinator for the Georgia Knights of Columbus, has announced expansion of the Knights’ disaster preparedness course offerings. Among topics covered in the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training are light search and rescue, team organization, disaster medical operations, terrorism and fire safety. The training concludes with a disaster simulation. The CERT […]
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Transfiguration helps Cobb families regain footing from homelessness
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published January 12, 2017January is the time when many Catholics show their support for life. Here is a ministry to help struggling families with children keep a roof over their heads as they find a firmer foundation. MARIETTA—At Transfiguration Church, guests are welcomed—in fact, encouraged—to stay more than three days, turning the old adage about fish and houseguests […]
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St. Joseph’s groups give tons of food to local families
Published December 22, 2016
MARIETTA—Seven tons of food were distributed to families in need for Thanksgiving meals, thanks to the St. Vincent de Paul and Knights of Columbus councils from St. Joseph Church, Marietta. St. Vincent de Paul and the Knights of Columbus Council 4599 distributed 225 Thanksgiving food boxes with a ham, a bird and over 45 pounds […]
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Georgia Knights offer free training in disaster preparedness
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff writer
Published September 23, 2016MARIETTA—Only 24 percent of Georgians say they are fully prepared in the event of a natural disaster or emergency, according to the Georgia Emergency Management Agency. Faith communities can play an important role in both training of members and responding to such emergencies. Sal Gullo, state disaster coordinator for the Georgia Knights of Columbus, has […]
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Moving to her own rhythm, Lani DeMello defies limits of Down syndrome
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff writer
Published January 1, 2016MARIETTA—Before the afternoon rush at Chattooga Gymnastics and Dance school in Marietta, rhythmic gymnast Lani DeMello takes advantage of the lull to work on perfecting a new rope routine. With years of ballet training, DeMello’s footwork is flawless and graceful. She is focused on mastering the required elements of the routine, including skipping, rope rotations […]
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Choir member’s kidney donation helps music director regain health
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published November 26, 2015MARIETTA—John Brandt, music director of St. Joseph Church in Marietta, didn’t have to look far for a kidney donor. Ann Burkly, a member of his choir, readily volunteered. “I feel great. I haven’t felt this good in years,” said Brandt, who received the kidney March 6. “I’m diabetic, and that’s what caused the kidney issues.” […] Full Story
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Transfiguration 5K raises $15,000 for youth mission trip
Published November 26, 2015
MARIETTA—The fifth annual 5K “All Saints Mission Run” and 3K walk were held on Saturday, Oct. 31, at Transfiguration Church to raise money for a mission trip focused on providing drinking water in a Nicaraguan village. Each year Transfiguration high school juniors and seniors, enrolled in the parish youth ministry program, are invited to go […]
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St. Ann’s Disaster Relief Ministry responds to S.C.’s flood victims
Published October 29, 2015
MARIETTA—It was a deluge of great proportions. At the beginning of October, some parts of South Carolina received one to two feet of rainfall—an amount on average that should occur once every 1,000 years. Officials in both Charleston and Columbia, South Carolina, reported that the flooding from this event was worse than Hurricane Hugo’s flooding […]
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A decade of support and education for parish preschool teachers in Atlanta Archdiocese
By NICHOLE GOLDEN, Staff Writer
Published August 20, 2015MARIETTA—As summer winds to a close each year, the directors and teachers of archdiocesan parish preschools take part in the Summer Education Institute. The 2015 Institute, organized by the Office of Parish Preschools of the archdiocese, celebrated 10 years of offering informative and creative workshops on topics ranging from children’s literature to parent communications. Terry […]
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Mass of inclusion celebrates anniversary of Americans With Disabilities Act
By ERIKA ANDERSON, Special to the Bulletin
Published August 6, 2015MARIETTA—Twenty-five years ago, a Mass like the one Bishop David P. Talley celebrated at the Church of St. Ann July 26 may not have been possible. The annual archdiocesan Mass of Inclusion marked a special celebration this year—the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Americans With Disabilities Act. “This sign of our government, that […]
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Marietta parish, synagogue come together for Holocaust remembrance service
By ANDREW NELSON, Staff Writer
Published April 30, 2015MARIETTA—In the beginning, the church sanctuary was in darkness. Small flames passed from one candle to another until finally six large shiva candles were lit, a Jewish symbol of mourning. The congregation heard the challenging poem by Lutheran pastor and theologian Friedrich Martin Niemöller. “First they came for the socialists, and I did not speak […]