DIVORCED AND SEPARATED GROUP: First and third Tuesdays; 7:30 p.m.; St. Ann Church, 4905 Roswell Road, Marietta, in Mary’s Chapel. The group supports those in the parish and surrounding community who have gone through a divorce or separation. Contact: 770-552-6400, ext. 6018 or abirth@st-ann.org. Posted: January 9th, 2020

GRIEFSHARE: Wednesdays, 7-8:45 p.m.; Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 2855 Briarcliff Road NE, Atlanta. GriefShare is a bereavement support group open to anyone in the community or parish that has experienced the death of someone dear. Contact: Margaretann Harris at griefshareIHM@gmail.com or 404-483-3559 and visit ihmatlanta.org. Posted: September 5th, 2019

GRIEFSHARE – HOLY TRINITY: Wednesdays, Jan. 8-April 1; 7-9 p.m. or Fridays, Jan. 10- April 3; 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Holy Trinity Church, 101 Walt Banks Road, Peachtree City in room #101 of the Faith Formation building. GriefShare is a non-denominational Christ-centered grief recovery group for those who have experienced the death of someone dear to them. Each session is self-contained, so you may start at any time. Contact: Kathy DiBlasi at 770-487-7672 or kdiblasi25@gmail.com. Posted: January 9th, 2020

INVESTMENT FORUM: Thu, Jan. 30; 7:30-10:30 a.m.; Dunwoody Country Club, 1600 Dunwoody Club Drive, Atlanta. Expert speakers include Kristina Hooper from Invesco, and Rod Hennek and Michael Butkus from the Atlanta Consulting Group. Topics include risks, opportunities and Catholic values in investment strategies. Open to anyone interested in the state of the market and Catholic investing. Check in and breakfast will begin at 7:30 a.m. with the program beginning at 8:30 a.m. Sponsored by the Catholic Foundation of North Georgia. Contact: www.cfnga.org/events to register by Jan. 23. Posted: December 26th, 2019

MARIST EVENING SERIES: Jan. 13, 27 and Feb. 3; 7-9 p.m.; Marist School, 3790 Ashford Dunwoody Road, NE, Atlanta. Series will be captivating courses for adults taught by the school’s faculty and staff. Topics include art history, religion and spirituality, history and culture, science, college planning, ceramics, drawing/painting, photography, film, writing and more. $95 for early bird registration until Jan. 4. Contact: register online at marist.com/eveningseries by Jan. 12 or onsite registration on Mon, Jan. 13 from 6-7 p.m. in Whitehead cafeteria. Posted: December 12th, 2019

NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING CLASSES: Mon, Jan. 20; 5:30 p.m.; Roswell Pregnancy Aid Clinic; 281 S. Atlanta St., Roswell or Thu, Jan. 23; 5:30 p.m.; Forest Park Pregnancy Aid Clinic; 531 Forest Pkwy, Suite 100, Forest Park. Pregnancy Aid Clinic will offer an introduction to natural family planning class (NFP) for engaged and married couples. Learn the basics of NFP and what is involved in the process. Classes are free. Pregnancy Aid Clinic is the only Catholic pregnancy resource center in the Archdiocese of Atlanta offering assistance to women and families experiencing unplanned pregnancies. The clinic offers free pregnancy tests, ultrasounds and promotes the sanctity of life. Contact: www.pregnancyaidclinic.com/classes to register or Betsy Gordon at 678-306-6360. Posted: December 26th, 2019

RECOVERING FROM DIVORCE: Beginning Jan. 9; 7-8:30 p.m. All Saints Church, 2443 Mount Vernon Road, Atlanta. The parish is offering a 14-week divorce support group, “Recovering from Divorce for Catholics.” Some topics include grieving, fear, anger, dealing with your former spouse, helping your children cope and the power for faith to heal. The program is for Catholics going through a divorce or struggling with life after divorce. Sessions are held in the parish library. $50 covers cost of program and materials. Contact: divsep@allsaintsdunwoody.org for information. Posted: December 12th, 2019

RECOVERING FROM DIVORCE – ST. LAWRENCE: Beginning Jan. 28; 7-8:30 p.m.; St. Lawrence Church, 319 Grayson Highway, Lawrenceville in the Divine Mercy Room. The parish is offering a 13-week divorce support program, “Recovering from Divorce for Catholics.” Some topics include grief, fear, anger, dealing with your former spouse, helping your children cope and being single again. This program is for Catholics who are going through a divorce or struggling with life after divorce. Cost is $20 and includes all materials. Childcare will be provided. Contact: Kathy Fanning at kathy.fanning13@gmail.com or 770-313-2257. Posted: December 26th, 2019

WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER: The weekend is an experience for married couples who want to improve and enliven their communication. The weekends for 2020 are Feb. 28-Mar. 1, Apr. 17-19, Jun. 26-28, Aug. 28-30, Oct. 16-18 and Nov. 13-15. Contact: visit GATN-wwme.org for online application or call 678-242-WWME for more information. Posted: October 31st, 2019

YOUNG CATHOLIC PROFESSIONALS: Seeking motivated leaders to start an Atlanta chapter of this national organization. Young Catholic Professionals is a nonprofit founded in 2010 on a mission to challenge, train and inspire young adults working in various professions to work and witness for Christ. Contact: Phil Mauro at pmauro@alumni.nd.edu to get involved and visit youngcatholicprofessionals.org to learn more. Posted: September 5th, 2019

ANGER, RESENTMENT AND FORGIVENESS: Jan. 24-26; Trappist Monastery of the Holy Spirit, 2625 Highway 212, SW, Conyers. This retreat will help with attendees with forgiveness, a central challenge of Jesus’ ministry. Contact: retreat house at 770-760-0959 or retreat@trappist.net for a reservation. Posted: October 17th, 2019

DATING AND DISCERNMENT: Jan. 31 – Feb. 2; Ignatius House Jesuit Retreat Center, 6700 Riverside Drive, NW, Atlanta. Whether you are dating, engaged or single, spend time reflecting on an infinitely loving God. Directed by Sarah and Andy Otto. Contact: 404-255-0503 or visit ignatiushouse.org to register. Posted: January 9th, 2020

FORTUNATE AND FAITHFUL FAMILIES: Sun, March 1; noon-7 p.m.; Chancery of the Archdiocese, 2401 Lake Park Drive, SE, Smyrna. Sponsored by Fortunate and Faithful Families, a support group in the archdiocese for families with LGBT members. This year’s theme will be “A New Heart.” Registration deadline is Feb. 24. Contact: ffatl.org to register. Posted: December 26th, 2019

INTRO TO SPIRITUAL EXERCISES: Jan. 31-Feb. 2; Ignatius House Jesuit Retreat Center, 6700 Riverside Drive, NW, Atlanta. Open to novice and experienced spiritual inquirers, this retreat will survey and explore key elements and themes of Ignatian Spirituality. Suggested prayer exercises will help to develop an understanding and deeper appreciation for this well-known and distinguished spiritual tradition. Directed by Fr. Joe Lingan, SJ. Contact: 404-255-0503 or visit ignatiushouse.org to register. Posted: January 9th, 2020

NEW YEAR REFLECTIONS: Jan. 24-26; Ignatius House Jesuit Retreat Center, 6700 Riverside Drive, NW, Atlanta. Spiritual exercises offer a true way to examine who we are in the eyes of God, who loves us unconditionally. Directed by Marian Monahan, BA. Contact: 404-255-0503 or visit ignatiushouse.org to register. Posted: January 9th, 2020

RETREATS AT IGNATIUS HOUSE: Ignatius House Jesuit Retreat Center, 6700 Riverside Drive, NW, Atlanta. Upcoming 2020 weekend retreats include "Ignatian Contemplation" Jan. 2-5, “To You I Lift Up My Heart, O God - Encountering the God We Worship" Jan. 24-26, “A Shared Pilgrimage” Feb. 14-16 (couples retreat) and “Living Fully as God's Beloved - Celebrating Henri Nouwen” Feb. 21-23. Contact: 404-255-0503 or visit ignatiushouse.org to register. Posted: November 28th, 2019

RETREATS AT MONASTERY OF THE HOLY SPIRIT: Trappist Monastery of the Holy Spirit, 2625 Highway 212, SW, Conyers. Upcoming retreats include “Life After Loss” Feb. 3-6 (midweek), “The Monk Within” Feb. 7-9 (weekend), “Forgiveness: Easier Said Than Done” March 13-15 (weekend) and “Contemplative Living in a Digital Age” March 16-19 (midweek). Contact: retreat house at 770-760-0959 or retreat@trappist.net for a reservation. Posted: December 12th, 2019

THE MONK WITHIN: Feb. 7-9; Trappist Monastery of the Holy Spirit, 2625 Highway 212, SW, Conyers. Will focus on ways to nourish the contemplative dimension in yourself through prayer, silence, solitude, work and community. Contact: retreat house at 770-760-0959 or retreat@trappist.net for a reservation. Posted: January 9th, 2020

THE WAY FOR WOMEN: Jan. 31-Feb. 2; Carmel Retreat Center, 415 Old Collins Road, Hoschton. This retreat sponsored by the Archdiocese of Atlanta Victim Assistance Program is for adult female survivors of abuse. Registration deadline is Jan. 24. Contact: Sue Stubbs at 404-920-7554 or sstubbs@archatl.com to register. Posted: December 26th, 2019

TO YOU I LIFT UP MY HEART, O GOD: Jan. 24-26; Ignatius House Jesuit Retreat Center, 6700 Riverside Drive, NW, Atlanta. Explore God’s desire to bring all creation, including yourself, into a loving relationship with him. This is a silent retreat directed by Fr. Peter Fink, SJ. Contact: 404-255-0503 or visit ignatiushouse.org to register. Posted: January 9th, 2020

DINNER AND MOVIE: Sat, Jan. 25; 6:15 p.m.; St. Brigid Church, 3400 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek. Join St. Brigid’s respect life and prison ministries for the movie “Dead Man Rising,” winner of multiple Christian Film Festival awards. Cost is $10 and includes a catered dinner. Contact: visit bit.ly/SB-RespectLife to sign up. Posted: November 28th, 2019

MARDI GRAS CELEBRATION: Sat, Jan. 25; 7 p.m.; St. Anthony of Padua Church, 928 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd. SW, Atlanta. Great food, music and company. Sponsored by the Knights of Peter Claver Ladies Auxiliary Court #276. Tickets are $20 per person. Contact: Kimberly Daniels at kdaniels1235@gmail.com. Posted: January 9th, 2020

SWEETHEART EVENT: Sat, Feb. 8; 6 p.m.-10:30 p.m.; St. Brigid Church, 3400 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek. Evening will begin with a marriage vow renewal followed by dinner and dancing. Tickets are $32.50 per person. Please bring your own beverages. Deadline for tickets is Feb. 3, 2020. Sponsored by Married Couples, Marriage Encounter, Men of St. Brigid and the Knights of Columbus. Contact: Pam Santoro at pam.santoro@BHHSGA.com, 770-740-8430 or 678-656-6627. Posted: November 14th, 2019

HEALING MASS AND ANOINTING OF THE SICK: Wed, Feb. 5; 5:30 p.m.; Cathedral of Christ the King, 2699 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta. Come and pray with us for the sick, bereaved and those in need of peace and healing. Fellowship will follow the Mass in the gathering space. Prayer teams are available in Kenny Hall. Contact: Linda Dyson at ldyson@ctking.com or 678-235-0505. Posted: January 9th, 2020

MASS FOR GEORGIA SOUTHERN STUDENTS: Every Sunday, 6 p.m.; St. Matthew Church, 221 John Paul Ave, Statesboro. A free home cooked dinner follows the weekly Student Mass. We provide opportunities for discipleship, fellowship, Bible study and service. There are four young FOCUS missionaries on campus to help you continue your faith journey. Contact: Sarah Talbot, a FOCUS missionary, at sarah.talbot@focus.org. Parents can contact Melinda Cannady at mcannady@saintmatthewsparish.com or 912-681-6726. Posted: August 8th, 2019

PROTECCIÓN DE LOS NO NACIDOS: Martes, 21 de enero; 7 p.m.; Iglesia de San Andrés, 675 Riverside Road, Roswell. Esta misa bilingüe en inglés y español se celebra con motivo del Día de Oración por la Protección Legal de los Niños no Nacidos. El rosario antes de la misa comienza a las 6:15 p.m. en la iglesia. Contacto: Christen Barrett CBarrett@standrewcatholic.org. Posted: December 26th, 2019

PROTECTION FOR THE UNBORN: Tue, Jan. 21; 7 p.m.; St. Andrew Church, 675 Riverside Road, Roswell. This bilingual Mass in English and Spanish is for the Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of the Unborn. Rosary before Mass will begin at 6:15 p.m. in the church. Contact: Christen Barrett at CBarrett@standrewcatholic.org. Posted: December 26th, 2019

BIBLE STUDY – GOSPEL OF JOHN: Thursdays, Jan. 23- March 17; 9:15-11:30 a.m.; Holy Spirit Church, St. Mary’s Chapel, 4465 Northside Drive, Atlanta. Feed your spirit by joining our study of the three letters written by John the Apostle. Directed and produced by Keri Z. Allen. Homework is optional. Free will offering. Nursery available upon request. Contact: email Info@proclaimmyword.org, call 404-281-5741 or register online at proclaimmyword.org. Posted: January 9th, 2020

FAITH AND PRACTICES OF JUDAISM, CHRISTIANITY AND ISLAM: Jan. 14-April 7; Ignatius House Jesuit Retreat Center, 6700 Riverside Drive, NW, Atlanta. Knowing something about what other religions believe and practice can be essential to making sense of the daily news – within our own community and around the globe. There is no charge for this enrichment program series, but all donations are gratefully accepted to cover costs. Led by Kathy Hoffman, MA. Contact: 404-255-0503 or visit ignatiushouse.org to register. Posted: December 12th, 2019

GUARD OF HONOR JUBILEE: Monastery of the Visitation of Holy Mary, 2055 Ridgedale Drive, Snellville. Join the sisters for the 100th anniversary of the canonization of St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, VHM. The grace of plenary indulgence is granted to all who pass through the monastery chapel doors on the following dates: Jan. 24 (Solemnity of St. Francis de Sales), May 13 (100th anniversary of canonization), May 31 (Solemnity of the Visitation of the Virgin Mary), June 19 (Solemnity of the Sacred Heart), Aug. 12 (Solemnity of St. Jane de Chantal), Oct. 16 (feast of St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, VHM) and every first Friday. The jubilee year will end Oct. 17. Contact: 770-972-1060. Posted: December 12th, 2019

LAY MISSIONARIES OF CHARITY ATLANTA: The Lay Missionaries of Charity (LMC) is an international movement within the Order of the Missionaries of Charity (MC) of St. Teresa of Kolkata. It is made up of laypeople, married and single, who adhere to the spirit (humility, total abandonment, and child-like trust in God) and charism of the MC family, and whose lives are marked by prayers and joyful sacrifices beginning within their own families. The general end of the LMC is to quench the thirst of Jesus on the cross for love and souls, and its mission is to work for the salvation and sanctification of members, their own families and of the poorest of the poor. For more information visit www.laymc.com. Contact: Eric and Zarah at eaf1437@gmail.com and zfedf07@gmail.com or 404-543-6068 and 404-663-8519. Posted: December 12th, 2019

OUR LADY OF THE MIRACULOUS MEDAL NOVENA: Mondays, 7 p.m.; St. Andrew Church, 675 Riverside Road, Roswell. St. Andrew Church hosts a weekly recitation of the Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal novena throughout the year. All are welcome to come for this prayer time. Due to various holidays that occur on Mondays, visit the parish’s web page event section to be sure the novena is scheduled for that particular day. Contact: www.standrewcatholic.org or email Russ O’Malley at russomalley@bellsouth.net. Posted: January 9th, 2020

RALLY FOR LIFE: Wed, Jan. 22; Cathedral of Christ the King, 2699 Peachtree Road, NE, Atlanta. Rosary with Msgr. Francis McNamee begins at 9:30 a.m. followed by Mass for the Unborn at 10 a.m. Rally for youth in grades 6-12 will be from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in Kenny Hall, featuring live music, speakers and free lunch. Registration required. Contact: email sgerard@archatl.com to register. Posted: November 28th, 2019

STEPHEN MINISTRY - HOLY CROSS CHURCH: Holy Cross Church, 3773 Chamblee Tucker Road, Atlanta. Stephen Ministry is a Christ-centered, confidential, one-to-one listening ministry. Stephen Ministers are lay parishioners trained extensively in the skills of Christian care giving and commissioned to minister to other parishioners who are experiencing a personal crisis (divorce, job loss, depression, death, illness). Please call if you are in need of caring, confidential support. Contact: Kelly Marriott at 404-468-1187 for English and Xio Pastor at 404-938-5871 for Spanish. Posted: October 17th, 2019