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2017 Eucharistic Congress centers on the importance of Christ in the Eucharist
COLLEGE 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...
View ArticleDominican sister and saint’s daughter reflect on family power of holiness
COLLEGE 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...
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Pilgrims immersed in prayers at Marian shrines of Fatima, Lourdes
FATIMA, Portugal—In the warm darkness, thousands of faces were illuminated by candlelight. People bunched together around a small chapel where the rosary was being led. Every five Hail Marys began in a...
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Faith infused with fun moves teens from fear to trust
COLLEGE 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...
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Dancing, singing, fervent prayers are hallmarks of Spanish track at congress
COLLEGE PARK—Thousands of Catholics from throughout Georgia gathered once again at the Georgia International Convention Center June 17 to celebrate the 2017 Eucharistic Congress. This year’s...
View ArticlePopes declare it, people welcome it; this is ‘the time of mercy,’ priest says
COLLEGE 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,...
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Starve Wars packers send meals and a piece of their hearts to West Africa
COLLEGE 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...
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Opening Mass calls faithful to put Eucharist at core of lives
COLLEGE 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...
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Jesus’ humble presence in Eucharist brings healing during service
COLLEGE 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...
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At congress, author-speakers encourage men to focus on growing in holiness
COLLEGE 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,...
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Openness to why young Catholics pull away from the church is key, speaker says
COLLEGE 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...
View ArticleAtlanta’s new auxiliary bishop to be ordained July 19
ATLANTA—The episcopal ordination of Bishop-designate Bernard E. “Ned” Shlesinger III will take place on Wednesday, July 19, at 2 p.m. at the Cathedral of Christ the King, Atlanta. Bishop-designate...
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Cristo Rey looks toward 2017 school year with newly renovated place to learn
ATLANTA—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...
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Pastor who was first SPX principal retires at 88
LAWRENCEVILLE—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....
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Spirit of welcome, openness draws many to Cathedral Hispanic mission
ATLANTA—Since relocating to Buford Highway two years ago, the Cathedral of Christ the King Hispanic Mission has nearly quadrupled in size, now drawing some 1,400 people to the mission’s two Sunday...
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Newly ordained priests urged to imitate St. John the Baptist
ATLANTA—On the solemnity of the birth of St. John the Baptist, Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory ordained two new priests for the Archdiocese of Atlanta. At the rite of ordination June 24 at the Cathedral...
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Priests’ assembly reflects on need to heal ‘deep malady’ in American soul
ATLANTA—In the face of an abiding “soul sickness” in the United States, the Catholic Church can serve as a counterbalance to forces of violence and hatred, keynote speaker Father Bryan Massingale told...
View ArticleCatholic dioceses in South ‘in a growth mode,’ says archbishop
CHARLESTON, S.C. (CNS)—The Catholic dioceses of the Carolinas and Georgia are experiencing record growth, Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory said during a meeting of the U.S. Catholic Church’s Atlanta...
View ArticleO’Connor’s Andalusia hosts open-mic evenings
MILLEDGEVILLE—Andalusia Farm, the fabled home of author Flannery O’Connor, will extend its regular hours for a monthly open-mic series on Thursdays, July 20, Aug. 17 and Sept. 21. Thursdalusia, a...
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Archdiocesan newspaper, videographer earn 14 awards at annual media conference
ATLANTA—The Georgia Bulletin and the archdiocesan Office of Communications were honored with 14 awards from the Catholic Press Association of the United States and Canada at the 2017 Catholic Media...
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