Two archdiocesan schools earn national Blue Ribbon recognition
ATLANTA—Two schools in the Archdiocese of Atlanta were recognized as national models of excellence.
Pope hails Ulma family as ‘ray of light in the darkness’
MARKOWA, Poland (OSV News)–In one of the most significant moments in Polish post-war history, the Ulma family was beatified in Markowa Sept. 10.
New York cardinal: Let us remember 9/11 but not forget the day after
(OSV News)–Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan of New York told OSV News the 22nd anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks, which will be marked with solemn ceremonies across the U.S., should be observed [...]
Archbishop Hartmayer sends greetings for High Holy Days to Jewish community
ATLANTA—Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer extended prayerful greetings to the Jewish community ahead of observances of the High Holy Days of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.
Father Thomas Ellerman, SM, remembered
ATLANTA—Along with his brother priests, the Marist School community is mourning the loss of alumnus Father Thomas Ellerman, SM, ’58, who died on Sept. 9, in Atlanta.
‘Created to Praise God’ is theme of annual AACCW convention
LAGRANGE—The Atlanta Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women (AACCW) is hosting its 67th Annual Convention Oct. 13-15 at St. Peter Church in LaGrange.
What the papacy of John Paul I, ‘The September Pope,’ could have looked like
(OSV News)—When the cardinals gathered 45 years ago to choose a successor to Pope Paul VI, they wanted—not unreasonably—a smiling pope.
Mural marks decade of Cristo Rey Atlanta Jesuit High School
ATLANTA—Commemorating a decade of education, Cristo Rey Atlanta Jesuit High School unveiled a 28-foot-long, colorful mural featuring a collage of its students, showcasing their diverse backgrounds.
Jesus is the answer to human longing, pope says at Mass in Mongolia
ULAANBAATAR, Mongolia (CNS)–Like the land struck by a “zud,” the human heart has a thirst and longing that can be alleviated only by the God of love, Pope Francis told Mongolians gathered for [...]
Guadalupe shows how faith is shared simply, with respect, pope says
VATICAN CITY (CNS)–Our Lady of Guadalupe and other recognized Marian apparitions show clearly how evangelization does not require complicated plans
School leaders look ahead to new year
Schools around the Archdiocese of Atlanta opened their doors beginning Aug. 7 for students, from the youngest starting their education in pre-K to seniors relishing their final year of high school.
New parish preschools director named
ATLANTA—Longtime educator Jennifer Hughes is the new director of parish preschools for the Archdiocese of Atlanta.
Father James Patrick “Jimmy” Adams remembered
ATLANTA–Father James Patrick “Jimmy” Adams, a retired priest of the Archdiocese of Atlanta, died in Tampa, Florida on Aug. 12. He was 76 years old and a priest for more than 41 years.
Jesus does not abandon individuals or the church, pope says at Angelus
VATICAN CITY (CNS)–Having faith does not mean there will be no difficulties in life, either for individuals or for the church as a whole, Pope Francis said, but it does mean knowing that Jesus is [...]
The importance of education
As students begin a new school year, I feel a bit out of place. This is the first time since I was ordained a priest 31 years ago that I don’t have to prepare for a new school year.
Atlantans share ‘mountaintop experience’ at National Black Catholic Congress
NATIONAL HARBOR, Md.—Early this year, Delores White was exploring resources for Black Catholics when she learned about the National Black Catholic Congress.
Archbishop Hartmayer praises CRS work in Honduras
ATLANTA—As a member of the Catholic Relief Services Board of Directors, Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., traveled to Honduras in June to witness the agency’s lifesaving work.
Catholic Charities builds community, fosters academic success for Atlanta’s newcomers
CLARKSTON—The Rasooly family’s journey from Afghanistan to Atlanta under the threat of danger has been one with challenges.
The hidden untapped power of Natural Family Planning
I was over church hopping. With the idea of becoming Catholic, I asked that we tackle the toughest teaching first: Natural Family Planning (NFP).
Light of Our Parish Life: Adoring Christ before serving others
NORCROSS—Throughout Scripture, Jesus pulled his disciples aside to teach them directly. From the explanation of the parables to Peter’s confession of faith, our Lord taught the teachers so that [...]
