Local News
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Atlanta
Two Atlanta Catholic schools welcome new principals
The Archdiocese of Atlanta has named two new principals for the 2026-27 school year. Meet the new leaders of the communities at St. Peter Claver Regional School and St. Mary’s Academy.
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Crawfordville
Heritage to host ‘The Power of Forgiveness’ retreat
In the setting of Heritage’s natural beauty, renowned Christian author and speaker Dr. Allen Hunt will lead “The Power of Forgiveness” at The Retreat at Heritage in Crawfordville. The Sept. 11-13 retreat will be his last before stepping away to devote time to family and spiritual direction.
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Decatur
Georgia bishops advocate for Haitians facing uncertain future
Thousands of Haitian residents in Georgia are facing possible removal from the United States after the withdrawal of a special immigration status. At Sts. Peter and Paul Church, Decatur, people are missing from the pews during the Haitian community Mass out of fear of leaving their homes, said worshippers.
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Atlanta
Sons of Atlanta: Record seminarian class reflects growing culture of vocations in archdiocese
Twenty-six men in the Archdiocese of Atlanta applied to enter the seminary this year, and 20 were accepted, making it the largest incoming class in the archdiocese’s history. Vocations leaders say the milestone reflects years of work to strengthen priestly formation and build a culture of discernment.
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Atlanta
New program in Archdiocese of Atlanta helps students grow in faith
Run to Jesus, a new program in the Archdiocese of Atlanta, will teach children and teenagers how to deepen their relationship with Christ while facing everyday challenges.
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Atlanta
Monica Donohue to speak at August Magnificat
Monica Donohue, who had a profound conversion experience at age 31, will be the speaker at the next Magnificat gathering for women to be held on Saturday morning, Aug. 22, at Holy Cross Church.
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Atlanta
Cathedral community, neighbor churches partner with Intown Cares to extend hospitality to homeless
After the pandemic, organizations aiding the homeless struggled with resources and funding and began to shut down, leaving a void in the Buckhead area. Nearby churches, including the Cathedral of Christ the King, recognized a growing need for support, and formed a relationship with Intown Cares.
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Alabama
Archdiocese of Atlanta pilgrimage explores history of racial injustice
Members of the Archdiocese of Atlanta paused in silence as they stood before monuments bearing the names of counties where lynchings took place. The moment of reflection at the National Memorial for Peace and Justice was part of a two-day pilgrimage to Montgomery, Ala., July 1-2.
