Xavier Society an ‘invaluable’ resource for blind, visually impaired Catholics
CUMMING—In a monthly delivery Joanne Callahan receives a weighty package that opens her faith.
Bishops must teach truth, but avoid partisan politics, U.S. archbishop says
VATICAN CITY (CNS)—The incoming chairman of the U.S. bishops’ Committee on Pro-Life Activities hopes his brother bishops will approve a statement on the Eucharist that helps Catholics understand [...]
#iGiveCatholic opportunity to support mission of local church
ATLANTA—Building renovations, faith formation and supporting local ministries are just a few of the initiatives for this year’s #iGiveCatholic campaign.
Archdiocese of Atlanta creates $400,000 endowment for Mercy Care
ATLANTA—The Archdiocese of Atlanta has created an endowment of $400,000 for Mercy Care to support its mission of providing medical and dental care to the uninsured and underinsured communities.
Mary’s Seven Sorrows: A journey from death to life in Taliaferro County
SHARON—It is said of the great saint, Rita of Cascia, that as she lay prostrate in deepest sorrow, she asked that she could but taste the least of the bitter chalice of the sufferings of our Lord.
‘Move out from of our comfort zone’ says archbishop on synod
ATLANTA—The Archdiocese of Atlanta celebrated the opening of the next Synod of Bishops with Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., calling for believers “to move out from our comfort zones” [...]
Hundreds pray in presence of Padre Pio relics
ATLANTA—Throughout the day on Sept. 30, 1,200 people came to venerate the relics of St. Pio of Pietrelcina (“Padre Pio”) at Holy Spirit Church. Some 500 attended an evening votive Mass celebrated [...]
The Ignatian Year
ATLANTA—Jesuits worldwide are observing the Ignatian year, which began in May and marks the 500th anniversary of St. Ignatius’ conversion after being wounded in battle.
Mass raises awareness for domestic violence
SMYRNA—A Mass for the Memorial of Our Lady of the Rosary for Domestic Violence Awareness Month was Oct. 7.
Young artist honors Mother of God in her works
ATLANTA—With October set aside for believers as the month of the Holy Rosary, a young artist poured her faith and devotion to St. Mary into her work.
Notre Dame grad students strengthen ministries of local church
CARROLLTON—An email in Norma Rothschadl’s inbox brought a new program to the Archdiocese of Atlanta.
St. Joseph, protector of Holy Family, is model for 2021 Respect Life Month
WASHINGTON (CNS)–As part of the Year of St. Joseph declared by Pope Francis, the U.S. Catholic Church’s annual Respect Life Month celebration in October “highlights the example of that great [...]
Bishops to continue discussion of Catholics and Eucharist in fall meeting
WASHINGTON (CNS)–When the U.S. bishops meet this fall for their annual assembly, they will revisit the discussion they began in mid-June about the Eucharist and will be presented with a drafted [...]
Parish Milestones: Corpus Christi Church celebrates 50 years
STONE MOUNTAIN—Hundreds gathered to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Corpus Christi Church.
Catholic Foundation donors honored at annual Deo Gratias Mass
PEACHTREE CORNERS–Being involved in parish life at St. Michael the Archangel Church inspired Katia León to leave a legacy for generations to come.
Synodal process looks to hear from those on the margins of the church
VATICAN CITY—Pope Francis is inviting Catholics both in the mainstream of church life and on the margins to voice their dreams, ideas and concerns in preparation for the Synod of Bishops in 2023.
Korean Catholic roots deepen with new Duluth parish
DULUTH—Raising the golden cross-shaped reliquary holding bone fragments of the parish namesake and 19th-century martyr, Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., blessed the congregation at St. [...]
When conscience meets the common good
I had a conversation recently with someone about whether or not authorities can force or pressure a person to be vaccinated.
Atlanta priests join Catholic Extension trip to visit migrant workers
ATLANTA—In this year’s message for the World Day of Migrants and Refugees, Pope Francis explained that Catholics are called to make the church more inclusive.
Messengers of Hope: La Salettes celebrate 175 years since apparition that launched order
ATLANTA—Picture it: The Blessed Mother appears to two teens. She’s crying, bemoaning the un-Christian behavior of God’s people: their infighting, their disrespect for his creation, their turning [...]
