Financial aid programs provide for Catholic families, schools in Georgia

ATLANTA —Georgia’s Catholic and private schools are receiving significant boosts in funding through the efforts of several state- and archdiocesan-supported financial aid programs.

The top online stories of 2024

ATLANTA—More than 279,120 readers came to The Georgia Bulletin website in 2024 to stay informed about Catholic news in the Atlanta area and beyond.

Pope looks back on his life, urges people to look to future with hope

VATICAN CITY (CNS)–While calling himself an “old man” and saying he never expected to be pope this long, Pope Francis said he still has dreams for the future.

2024: The Year in Review

ATLANTA—The Georgia Bulletin looks at some of the stories that impacted Catholics in the Archdiocese of Atlanta in 2024 including the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage’s stops here, the welcoming [...]

LA Palisades Fire destroys Corpus Christi Catholic Church, damages school

LOS ANGELES (OSV News)–A church in Pacific Palisades appeared to be destroyed and more than 60 Catholic schools were closed as several major fires in the Los Angeles area burned overnight into Jan.8.

On New Year’s, pope calls for real commitment to respect human life

VATICAN CITY (CNS)–Marking the feast of Mary, Mother of God, and the start of the new year, Pope Francis renewed his appeal for a “firm commitment” to respect all human life worldwide.

Father Fernando Molina Restrepo remembered

ATLANTA—Father Fernando Molina Restrepo, a priest of the Archdiocese of Atlanta for more than 25 years, died Jan. 9. He was 63 years old.

Mass dispensation information for January 10-11

ATLANTA–On Thursday, Jan. 9, Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., provided guidance to pastors regarding offering of Masses this weekend due to the forecasted winter weather.

A letter from Archbishop Hartmayer to Cardinal Gregory

ATLANTA—Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., shares his letter to Cardinal Wilton Gregory, written upon learning of the cardinal’s retirement Jan. 6.

Archbishop Hartmayer congratulates Metropolitan of Atlanta upon retirement, congratulates successor

ATLANTA—Archbishop Gregory Hartmayer, OFM Conv., has written to His Eminence Metropolitan Alexios on his retirement.

Cardinal McElroy chosen to succeed Cardinal Gregory as Washington’s shepherd

(OSV News)–Cardinal Robert W. McElroy of San Diego has been appointed the next archbishop of the Archdiocese of Washington, following Pope Francis’ acceptance of the resignation of Cardinal [...]

Cathedral of Christ the King honors Our Lady of Guadalupe

ATLANTA—On Dec. 11 and 12, the Cathedral of Christ the King was filled with prayers, music and vibrant celebration as parishioners gathered to honor the feast day of Our Lady of Guadalupe.

On New Year’s, pope calls for real commitment to respect human life

VATICAN CITY (CNS)–Marking the feast of Mary, Mother of God, and the start of the new year, Pope Francis renewed his appeal for a “firm commitment” to respect all human life worldwide.

Archbishop Hartmayer’s statement on the death of President Jimmy Carter

ATLANTA–Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., released the following statement on the death of President Jimmy Carter Dec. 29:

Catholics 4 Habitat’s 50th build provides a safe home for Cobb family

AUSTELL—Northwest Metro Atlanta Habitat for Humanity and the Catholics 4 Habitat coalition celebrated the dedication of a new home for a local father and daughter.

Archbishop Hartmayer extends Hanukkah greetings to Jewish community

My Dear Friends in the Jewish Faith in the Atlanta area: Peace and All Good!

Hispanic families embrace the Holy Family

HAPEVILLE—For Sagrario Alvarez, the nine days of prayers at a Posada celebration remind her of walking arm in arm in the cold night with her late father.

Christmas greetings from Archbishop Hartmayer

Peace and All Good! As we celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, I extend my prayerful good wishes to you and your loved ones.

Archdiocese of Atlanta announces cancellation of Eucharistic Congress

ATLANTA—The Archdiocese of Atlanta will not host the 2025 Eucharistic Congress due to budget constraints.

#iGiveCatholic campaign raises more than $1 million in Atlanta

ATLANTA—The annual #iGiveCatholic campaign, held on GivingTuesday, concluded with impressive results, raising nearly $1.1 million for Catholic schools, parishes and charities in the Archdiocese [...]