Tolton play to visit Atlanta
ATLANTA—A one-man production on America’s first Black priest will come to the Archdiocese of Atlanta this November. Performed by Jim Coleman, “Tolton: From Slave to Priest” tells the story of Father...
View ArticleDays of reflection prepare Atlanta Catholics for national congress
ATLANTA—Local faithful are invited to discuss the needs of Black and African Catholics at Congress XIII, scheduled for July 20-23, 2023 in National Harbor, Maryland. The event is hosted by the...
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Girls’ flag football growing in popularity, kicks off at St. Pius X High School
ATLANTA—Senior Katie Mae Kisla ran routes along the sideline catching spirals thrown by senior Charlotte Llop. Later, the 17-year-old yanked flags off running teammates in a defensive drill. Like her...
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New liaison to work with religious communities in Atlanta Archdiocese
ATLANTA—Care for the communities of religious orders in the Archdiocese of Atlanta is now a shared duty in the Office of the Delegate for Religious. Deacon Nicholas Wolfla has returned to serve in...
View ArticleSuperintendent of Atlanta Catholic schools announces retirement
ATLANTA—Hal Plummer, superintendent of Catholic schools, announced his decision to retire from service to the Archdiocese of Atlanta on Oct. 14. His resignation will be effective Friday, Oct. 21....
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Atlanta’s Hispanic Ministry turns 60
ATLANTA–Cuban refugees forming Acción Católica in Atlanta following Castro’s revolution. Georgia clergy heading to Mexico for Spanish immersion. Our Lady of the Americas Mission offering five Sunday...
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Nicholas Le ordained a transitional deacon at St. Peter’s Basilica
VATICAN CITY—“When I encounter the Lord in prayer, I become joyful,” said Pope Francis on the topic of discernment in his Sept. 28 Wednesday General Audience. The next day, 23 seminarians received...
View ArticleThe Quest Atlanta debuts young adult podcast
ATLANTA—A groundbreaking podcast has inspired a new sense of community among Atlanta’s young adults. In September, The Quest 1160 AM, Atlanta Catholic Radio, launched “Honest to God.” Produced in...
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Pope Francis names auxiliary bishop for Atlanta
ATLANTA–Pope Francis has named Father John Nhan Tran Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Atlanta. Bishop-designate Tran, a native of Vietnam, will come to Atlanta from the Archdiocese of New...
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Fourth bishop to serve Atlanta’s Catholic community
ATLANTA—In a first, the Archdiocese of Atlanta will have a Vietnamese bishop. Bishop-designate John Nhan Tran was named auxiliary bishop by Pope Francis. He is scheduled to be ordained in the Atlanta...
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Annual #iGiveCatholic campaign set for November 29
ATLANTA—Dozens of parishes, school and ministries in the Archdiocese of Atlanta will benefit from this year’s #iGiveCatholic campaign, set for Tuesday, Nov. 29. The 24-hour online appeal on Giving...
View ArticleRelic of Blessed Carlo Acutis finds home in Atlanta
ATLANTA—A relic of Blessed Carlo Acutis now has a permanent home in the Archdiocese of Atlanta. In late September, Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer OFM Conv., along with Father Gerardo Ceballos,...
View ArticleFaith community critical to address criminal justice reform
ATLANTA–Local faith communities will soon gather to discuss their role in addressing the challenges of mass incarceration. Christian, Jewish and Muslim communities will come together for the National...
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Aiding people on their worst day, funeral workers serve others’ needs
FAYETTEVILLE—Herman Griner prepared a hearse on a recent Friday. It carried large floral arrangements and the casket of a military veteran for the journey from his H. Griner Funeral Home to a Methodist...
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St. Jude the Apostle Church hosts ministry to Brazilian community as it marks...
SANDY SPRINGS—The Brazilian Catholic community’s 25th celebration culminated Oct. 12 with a show of faith featuring the patron of the South American country. The event brought members of the...
View ArticleAtlanta seminarians meet with newly appointed auxiliary bishop
NEW ORLEANS–Eight seminarians from the Archdiocese of Atlanta had the opportunity to meet the newly appointed auxiliary bishop for North and Central Georgia, Bishop-designate John Nhan Tran on Oct. 26....
View ArticleShare your Advent penance services and events
ATLANTA–Sunday, Nov. 27, is the First Sunday of Advent, the beginning of a new liturgical year. Symbolized by the color purple, Advent includes the four Sundays and weekdays leading up to Christmas....
View ArticleOur Lady of Lourdes celebrates 110 years
ATLANTA—Our Lady of Lourdes Church, near Old Fourth Ward and The King Center, will celebrate its 110th anniversary this November. The parish was founded by Rev. Ignatius Lissner of the Society of...
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Seven Sisters emphasizes power of prayer for priests
CONYERS—If you wish to help build up the kingdom of God, but with the simplest, most hidden path, consider this. Give one hour of prayer before the Blessed Sacrament, one day a week, every week, for...
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Family, community support and encourage priests
ATLANTA—While her younger brother, Mark White, was in seminary, Amanda Hailey asked her girlfriends to offer Holy Hours and pray for him. “I was constantly recruiting people to pray for Mark, and I...
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