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The joy of vocations
ATLANTA—Offering spiritual guidance to students and their families is enjoyable for Father David Musso, SM, school chaplain. It’s one of many rewarding experiences as a priest of the Society of Mary....
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Sisters enliven faith in Cedartown
CEDARTOWN—In their brown robes, matching colored veils, rope belts and large crosses around their necks, these women stand out. During shopping trips to the local grocery store, people stop to ask...
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Continue to pray, support vocations to serve Atlanta community
ATLANTA—For Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., the recent appointment by Pope Francis of a third auxiliary bishop to assist with pastoral duties signals the health of the local church. “This...
View ArticleArchbishop Hartmayer offers statement on overturning of Georgia abortion ban
ATLANTA–Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., offered a statement Nov. 15 regarding the Fulton County Superior Court ruling, striking down Georgia’s abortion ban: “I was in Washington, D.C. at...
View ArticleSister Anna Bridget Kearns, former Atlanta educator, dies
ST. LOUIS—Sister Anna Bridget Kearns, CSJ, died on Nov. 3 at St. Joseph Manor at Nazareth Living Center in St. Louis. She was 92 years old and a Sister of St. Joseph for 74 years. She was born on May...
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The Shrine of the Immaculate Conception distributed 200 Thanksgiving dinner kits
ATLANTA—Surrounding the altar were scores of grocery totes with instant potatoes, stuffing mix and canned vegetables as the crowded Sunday Mass got underway. After Father Dennis Dorner said the final...
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Giving thanks to God
ATLANTA—In this season of Thanksgiving, the campus minsters of the three archdiocesan high schools–Blessed Trinity High School, St. Mary’s Academy and St. Pius X High School–share reflections on...
View ArticleEvents of prayer and penance mark the Advent season
ATLANTA—Sunday, Nov. 27 marks the beginning of the new liturgical year and the first Sunday of Advent. Symbolized by the color purple, Advent includes the four Sundays and weekdays leading up to...
View ArticleFaithful invited to Italy for spiritual pilgrimage in 2023
ATLANTA—Wanting to do something to “refresh her soul,” Judy Kinlough signed up for a pilgrimage to Italy, where she visited the places of eucharistic miracles and saints. “It was unbelievable,” said...
View ArticleArchdiocesan choir prepares for Advent concert
ATLANTA—“Come Let Us Adore: An Evening of Carols and Scripture” featuring the archdiocesan choir, will be held at 8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 16, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. The choir first formed...
View ArticleState Supreme Court reinstates Georgia’s six-week ban on abortions
ATLANTA (CNS)–The Supreme Court of Georgia Nov. 23 reinstated a law that bans abortions once a fetal heartbeat is detected, which is about six weeks into a pregnancy. The law makes exceptions to save...
View ArticleThe Georgia Bulletin participating in #iGiveCatholic
ATLANTA—The Georgia Bulletin, along with ministries, schools and parishes of the Archdiocese of Atlanta, will participate in #iGiveCatholic on Tuesday, Nov. 29. #iGiveCatholic is an online giving day...
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‘Tolton: From Slave to Priest’ a story of grace and bravery
ATLANTA—Stories that highlight slavery, oppression and racism do not always end with a standing ovation. “Tolton: From Slave to Priest” opens as an enslaver beats men and women. A young Augustus...
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Atlanta’s only basilica celebrates historic building’s dedication
ATLANTA—Since the 19th century, the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus has served as a beacon of faith. With its twin towers above Peachtree Street, one of the oldest faith communities in the...
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New leader at Office of Mission Advancement enters role
SMYRNA—Deacon Rick Medina helped get the GRACE Scholarship program off the ground and then went on to grow Catholic World Mission. Now, he’s the new director for the Archdiocese of Atlanta Office of...
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Eucharistic Revival–where to start?
“If angels could be jealous of men, they would be so for one reason: Holy Communion.” –St. Maximilian Kolbe The Catholic bishops of the United States have called for a three-year National Eucharistic...
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After-school program supports Cumming community
CUMMING—After a full day of school, nearly 20 children arrived at “The Little House” at St. Brendan the Navigator Church for a healthy meal, tutoring and fellowship. Hot vegetable soup and tortillas...
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Titans win flag football state championship in double overtime
ATLANTA—Winning in double overtime, the Blessed Trinity Titans brought home the 7A State Championship trophy for girls’ flag football. It is the school’s second year of fielding a team. The Titans’...
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New transitional deacon ordained, encouraged to life of service
ATLANTA—Pete Coppola began his service as a transitional deacon where he first considered life as a priest. Days after his ordination on Dec. 8, he returned to St. Thomas the Apostle Church. During...
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Colorful and prayer-filled celebration honors the Virgin Mary
SNELLVILLE—Gabriela Jimenez, outfitted in a white gown and veil and wearing pearls from her mother, walked down the aisle to her waiting husband of 11 years. Jimenez and Jose Perez had been married...
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