CATECHIST CERTIFICATION COURSE: Saturdays, Jan. 23-April 3; 9:30-11:30 a.m.; online sessions by Holy Spirit College; Atlanta. This basic catechist course equips beginning catechists with sufficient background knowledge and skills to begin teaching elementary and adolescent aged children. Topics of discussion include the spirituality of the catechist; overviews of scripture, of Catholic morality, of Church history, and of liturgy and the sacraments among others. Cost is $100. Contact: for details visit holyspiritcollege.org. Posted: December 10th, 2020

HUMAN ASPECT OF IMMIGRATION: Thu, Jan 28; 2-4 p.m. “El Aspecto Humano de la Inmigración: Claves para salir al Encuentro” with Sister Norma Pimentel, MJ, is a conference focusing on the human aspect of immigration in light of the Catholic social teaching. Sister Norma will provide recommendations to go out to meet our migrant brothers and sisters with whom she and her team developed their ministry. Contact: to register visit https://bit.ly/35ICtNi. Posted: January 7th, 2021

LIGHT WEIGH: Have Bible study and learn how to lose weight with Light Weigh, a Catholic weight loss DVD program now available via Zoom. Give God a chance to touch your heart, life and eating. Contact: visit lightweigh.com for more information. Posted: January 7th, 2021

TOWN HALL ON HUNGER AND JUSTICE: Tue, Jan. 26; 5 p.m.; virtual event sponsored by Justice and Peace Ministries of the Archdiocese of Atlanta. Reflect and dialogue on global hunger and justice with Archbishop Gregory Hartmayer, OFM Conv., and learn about the work of Catholic Relief Services. Contact: register online at http://tiny.cc/aoatownhall or contact Jayna Hoffacker at jhoffacker@archatl.com. Posted: January 7th, 2021

VOICES OF LITURGY: Tue, Feb. 23; 7:30-9 p.m.; webinar sponsored by the Aquinas Center of Theology at Emory University. Orthodox liturgies are a tapestry of song, adorned with hymns, musical prayers, melodic responses, chanted refrains and intoned sacred readings. Susan Ashbrook Harvey, a scholar of ancient Byzantine Christianity, will explore the historical tradition of worship as a musical weaving where clergy, choirs and laity contribute with sounding voice. Contact: register online at bit.ly/catholic-orthodox2021. Posted: December 24th, 2020

WOMANIST ETHICS, AFRO-CARIBBEAN CARNIVAL AND DIVINE ENJOYMENT: Thu, Jan. 28; 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; webinar sponsored by the Aquinas Center of Theology at Emory University. Explore how Trinidad Carnival serves as a practice of liberation among Black women in the 21st century. These practices clarify the significance of the corporeal body of the Black women, the unifying effect of music, the healing impact of ecstatic dance and a connection to God. The speaker will be Nicole Symmonds. Contact: register online at bit.ly/AquinasDay2021. Posted: December 24th, 2020

YCP PANEL DISCUSSION: Thu, Jan. 21; 7-9 p.m.; Holy Spirit Church, 4465 Northside Dr. NW, Atlanta, McDonough Hall. Join Young Catholic Professionals (YCP) for a conversation about living virtuously in the workplace. Discussion and sharing will follow the panel discussion. This event is free for members, $20 for non members. Contact: visit https://bit.ly/39pjBTV​ for more information and to purchase tickets. Posted: January 12th, 2021

YOUTH IN MISSION: Local middle, home, high schools and college students may apply for scholarships for 2021 mission trip travel fees. Deadline to apply is Jan. 31, 2021. Scholarships will be awarded in Feb. 2021. Apply at yimcharity.com. Contact: yimcharity@gmail.com or 770-425-5129. Posted: September 3rd, 2020

BEFRIENDING FEAR: Sat, Jan. 30; two online sessions, 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.; sponsored by Trappist Monastery of the Holy Spirit. Fears must be faced and even embraced to grow and expand. It is not an easy journey, but worth it. Contact: retreat house at 770-760-0959 or visit trappist.net to register. Posted: December 24th, 2020

PRAYER AND THE IMAGE OF GOD: Sat, Jan. 23; two online sessions, 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.; sponsored by Trappist Monastery of the Holy Spirit. Discover and explore images of God and how they affect prayer. Contact: retreat house at 770-760-0959 or visit trappist.net to register. Posted: December 24th, 2020

PREPARING FOR LENT: Sat, Feb. 13; two online sessions, 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.; sponsored by Trappist Monastery of the Holy Spirit. Prepare for the journey of Lent and see where God wants to take you. Contact: retreat house at 770-760-0959 or visit trappist.net to register. Posted: January 7th, 2021

RACHEL’S VINEYARD RETREAT: Feb. 12-14; sponsored by Post Abortion Treatment and Healing (PATH). This retreat helps women and men who are struggling with the grief of abortion find peace and inner healing. Safety guidelines due to the coronavirus will be followed. Contact: 404-717-5557 or visit healingafterabortion.org. Posted: December 24th, 2020

VIRTUAL RETREAT FOR WOMEN: Sat, Jan. 23. St. Benedict in Johns Creek is hosting a virtual retreat for women. The all-day event is being presented by the Nashville musical group His Own. All are welcome to join this free event. You can participate from the comfort of your own home. You must register to receive the link to join. Contact: register through the St. Benedict website at www.stbenedict.net/parish-happenings. Posted: January 7th, 2021

VIRTUAL RETREATS: Blessed Trinity Shrine Retreat is hosting numerous virtual retreats. This includes a Women’s Retreat with Sue DeFereri (Jan. 22-24), a Marriage Retreat with Jane and Fred Springer (Jan. 29-30), “Fratelli Tutti” with Father Dennis Berry, ST (Feb. 19-20), “Lenten Morning of Prayer” with Sister Terry Bretthauer, MSBT (March 3) and “Desert Day of Prayer” with Sister Nancy Walsh, MSBT (March 31). Contact: Sister Gail Lambert, MSBT, coordinator, at 334-855-4474 or btsr@msbt.org. Register online at msbt.org/events/category/btsr/. Posted: January 7th, 2021

WEEKEND RETREAT: Jan. 22-24; Ignatius House Jesuit Retreat Center, 6700 Riverside Dr., NW, Atlanta. Learn how to discern big or small stirrings in life, using the prayerful techniques of St. Ignatius of Loyola. Led by Sarah Otto, M.Div. Cost is $295 includes private room and bath, all meals, use of grounds and Sunday Mass. Limited to the first 22 registrants. Contact: 404-255-0503 or visit bit.ly/Jan22-2021 to register. Posted: December 24th, 2020

"OUR TOWN" PLAY: Jan. 21-23, 7 p.m.; Sun, Jan. 24, 2 p.m.; St. Pius X High School, 2674 Johnson Road NE, Atlanta, Monsignor Terry W. Young Center for Performing Arts. "Our Town" by Thornton Wilder, explores the lives of people living in a small, quintessentially American town. Performed by St. Pius X high school students. Limited seating and masks are required. Contact: visit spxarts.booktix.com to purchase tickets. Posted: January 12th, 2021

ANGELS UNAWARES SCULPTURE EXHIBITION: Jan. 7-Feb. 3; Holy Spirit Preparatory School, 4449 Northside Drive, Atlanta. This sculpture embodies the church’s teachings on immigration and celebrates the many contributions of migrants and refugees to society. Visitation is open 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 2-9 p.m. on Sundays. The sculpture is located at the upper school quad. Contact: visit hsccatl.com/angels for more information. Posted: December 24th, 2020

SOCIAL MINISTRY GATHERING: Feb. 6-9. An annual gathering for leaders in Catholic social ministry and advocacy. This year’s virtual event will include prayer, information on how to advocate on the disparities caused by the coronavirus pandemic and a chance to reimagine new models of justice and solidarity. Cost is $50 with financial assistance available through Justice and Peace Ministries. Contact: register at http://tiny.cc/csmg2021 and email Kat Doyle at kdoyle@archatl.com for financial assistance. Posted: January 7th, 2021

MASS FOR THE UNBORN: Fri, Jan. 22; noon; virtual Mass sponsored by the Respect Life Ministry of the Archdiocese of Atlanta. It is a day of prayer for the legal protection of unborn children. Registration is no longer required. To watch the Mass live, visit livestream.com/archatl or facebook.com/archatl. Contact: Joey Martineck at 404-920-7362 or jmartineck@archatl.com. Posted: December 24th, 2020

MASS FOR UNBORN CHILDREN: Fri, Jan. 22; noon; Holy Trinity Church, 101 Walt Banks Road, Peachtree City. Join us in prayer for all unborn children. Contact: visit holytrinityptc.org for more information. Posted: January 7th, 2021

BIBLE STUDY PODCAST: Weekly starting Mon, Jan. 11; sponsored by Proclaim My Word and AM 1160 The Quest Catholic radio. Join The Quest for their first Bible study podcast “Be Who God Created” based on the book of Esther. For six weeks, there will be a new episode led by Keri Allen, founder of Proclaim My Word. Podcast and study workbook available at no cost. Free will offerings are accepted. All are welcome. Contact: visit proclaimmyword.org or thequestatlanta.com for details or check The Quest Atlanta app. Posted: January 7th, 2021

IGNATIAN FOUNDATIONS: Tuesdays, Jan. 5- Feb. 9; 7-8:30 p.m.; sponsored by Ignatius House Jesuit Retreat Center. This six-week online workshop will explore the nearly 500-year-old legacy of St. Ignatius of Loyola, including themes of prayer, discernment and freedom. Cost is $60 and is limited to the first 25 registrants for purpose of conversation. Contact: 404-255-0503 or visit bit.ly/IgnatianFoundations2021 to register. Posted: December 24th, 2020

MLK DAY OF REFLECTION: Mon, Jan. 18; 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; Ignatius House Jesuit Retreat Center, 6700 Riverside Dr., NW, Atlanta. This silent day of reflection will honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Led by Terresa Ford, MFA, participants will contemplate Dr. King’s legacy, which extends to all of us regardless of race, economic standing or title. Cost is $65 and includes a light breakfast, lunch and time in prayer. Limited to the first 22 registrants. Contact: visit bit.ly/3lwMIc6 to register. Posted: December 24th, 2020

MLK DAY OF REFLECTION: Mon, Jan. 18, 2021; 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; Ignatius House Jesuit Retreat Center, 6700 Riverside Dr., NW, Atlanta. This silent day of reflection will honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Led by Terresa Ford, MFA, participants will contemplate Dr. King’s legacy, which extends to all of us regardless of race, economic standing or title. Cost is $65 and includes a light breakfast, lunch and time in prayer. Limited to the first 22 registrants. Contact: visit bit.ly/3lwMIc6 to register. Posted: December 10th, 2020

ONLINE GUIDED PRAYER: For those sheltered at home, Ignatius House Jesuit Retreat Center is providing guided online prayer with a retreat director. Includes three, 30-minute video reflections, prayer exercises and music for meditation. Discount and free selections are available. More content will be added throughout Advent. Contact: visit enrichment.ignatiushouse.org to register. Posted: November 12th, 2020

WEEKEND FOR LIFE: Jan. 21 and 23; St. Andrew Church, 675 Riverside Rd., Roswell. Join the Knights of Columbus of St. Andrew Church and Pregnancy Aid Clinic in a weekend of prayer for the sanctity of life. Donations will support Pregnancy Aid Clinic. A rosary to end abortion will be at 6:30 p.m. on Thu, Jan. 21 followed by Mass at 7 p.m. A rosary procession and shared testimony of life will be Sat, Jan. 23 at 1 p.m. Contact: Kathleen Loesel at kloesel@pregnancyaidclinic.org. Posted: January 14th, 2021