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Vatican Names Atlanta’s Sacred Heart As Basilica
WEBMar 4, 2010 — The parish was founded in 1880 and was originally known as Sts. Peter and Paul. When the French Romanesque church designed by architect W.T. Downing was dedicated in 1898, the parish was renamed in honor of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Marist Fathers at that time cared for the parish, which included all of North Atlanta and 9,500 square miles of ...
St. Pius X principal hopes to be a model for pursuit of dreams
WEBAug 6, 2021 — ATLANTA—Dr. Edye Simpson starts the 2021-22 school year as principal of St. Pius X High School. During her 17 years at the school, she has learned how the goal of Catholic education is to build character alongside academic excellence and outstanding arts and sports programs. “It’s always about the love and respect and acceptance that you ...
Meet the new priests - Georgia Bulletin
WEBAge: 28 Born: July 29, 1986, in Augusta Family: The son of Webb and Sue Bufford and the brother of Stephen Bufford, all of Washington, Georgia. Education: Bachelor of business administration, 2008, Augusta State University; master of divinity degree and bachelor of sacred theology, 2015, St. Mary of the Lake Mundelein Seminary, Mundelein, Ill. Hobbies: Reading, movies, swimming, running
Melkite Church blesses icons, those who serve - Georgia Bulletin
WEBDec 23, 2019 — And on Sunday, Feb. 19, Archbishop Cyril Salim Bustros, the Eparch of Newton, was on hand to celebrate a hierarchical liturgy and to bless the new and existing icons with holy chrism. At the liturgy, he also presented five parishioners with the Cross of Jerusalem and certificates for their exemplary service at …
Renewal of promises draws priests together at Chrism Mass
WEBApr 14, 2021 — The Chrism Mass. Two unique events occur at the Chrism Mass, which brings together the archbishop and priests. The first: priests renew promises made at ordination “to be more united with the Lord Jesus” and to be “moved only by zeal for souls.” The second: the blessing of oils and consecration of the chrism. There are three vessels of oils: the oil of the sick, the oil of the ...
Atlanta’s only basilica celebrates historic building’s dedication
WEBDec 7, 2022 — 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 Archdiocese of Atlanta is marking 125 years since the dedication of the historic red brick church.
St. Vincent de Paul Georgia expands program to help families …
WEBJul 17, 2023 — “I can live and not (just) survive,” Neal said. Grant to help more move from costly motels With the largest single donation in its 120-year history, St. Vincent de Paul Georgia hopes to be able to double the number of families it serves.
Lenten events mark season of prayer - Georgia Bulletin
WEBMar 11, 2024 — MATTHEW CHURCH: The Lenten dinners are 5:30–7:30 p.m. every Friday during Lent except Good Friday. The church is located at 25 Wilkins Rd SW #3878, in Winder. ST. JOHN NEUMANN CHURCH: Fish fry dinners will be each Friday of Lent from 5-7:30 p.m. at St. John Neumann Church, 801 Tom Smith Rd, Lilburn.
The widowed and remarriage - Georgia Bulletin
WEBJan 29, 2022 — The message for the widowed who are considering remarriage is to avoid rushing into a relationship before all of the issues are understood and discussed. One of the major issues facing the families involved in a remarriage is the acceptance of a new family member. It is rather common that the family will compare the …
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