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Meet Archbishop Gregory John Hartmayer, OFM Conv. – Franciscan Teacher, Traveler, and Shepherd to over a Million Catholics
For Archbishop Gregory John Hartmayer, OFM Conv., the power of community has played a significant role throughout his life. Raised in a working-class Catholic family, his father was a Buffalo police detective, and his mother stayed at home to care for four children. While the family experienced times of struggle, he is quick to recall great joys in his hometown…
Father Bob Frederick and KSU Students Praise Impact of FOCUS Missionaries
Help Father Bob Frederick keep the FOCUS missionaries at Kennesaw State University! Read about their profound impact in revitalizing the campus faith community below and donate here. When Father Bob Frederick arrived at the Kennesaw State University Catholic Center, the students were still reeling from the pandemic. Almost half of his 25 years as a priest have been in high school…
Meet Bishop Joel M. Konzen, S.M. – Marist, Moderator of the Curia, and Appreciator of Music
In 2018, Auxiliary Bishop Joel M. Konzen, S.M. was just minutes away from celebrating the annual Mass for Catholic Education with Archbishop Wilton Gregory when his phone rang. “I couldn’t quite hear very well, and Archbishop Gregory kind of took me by the elbow and said, ‘Why don’t you go downstairs and take this call where you can hear better?’ …. So, when I did get to where I could hear, I heard [the caller] say, ‘This is Archbishop Christophe Pierre, and I’m calling because the Holy Father is…
15 New Seminarians Welcomed to the Archdiocese of Atlanta
This summer, the Archdiocese of Atlanta’s Office of Vocations welcomed 15 new seminarians at the annual Seminarian Convocation. A true mountaintop experience, the young men gathered together with their brother seminarians to grow in both faith and fraternity. They prayed, celebrated Mass, and had heart-to-heart conversations with our bishops. They shared in outdoor adventures, a talent showcase, and fireside chats….
Priests Across the Archdiocese of Atlanta Gather for 2025 Jubilarian Celebration
Through the work of the Office of Priest Personnel and the gift of a generous donor secured by the Office of Mission Advancement General Fund, 278 priests gathered for a day of reflection and celebration. On the Tuesday of Holy Week, priests from across the archdiocese came together in fellowship for the Lenten Day of Reflection, facilitated by Fr. Tim…
Deacons Bring Spiritual Nourishment to Saint Vincent de Paul Neighbors, Staff, and Volunteers
As the doors open each morning at the Saint Vincent de Paul Georgia’s Community Support Center in Chamblee, neighbors from across metro-Atlanta pick up groceries from the Client-Choice Food Pantry, meet with case workers to gain housing stability, and visit the only free community pharmacy in the state of Georgia. Each week, all who visit the center also encounter a…
Thanks to Caring Donor, Sisters in Cedartown Receive New Van
With the help of a remarkable donor, the Sisters Poor of Jesus Christ have a new van to further their mission at House St. Katherine Drexel in Cedartown, GA. The Sisters and Friars Poor of Jesus Christ serve the marginalized in 18 countries. Fr. Timothy Gallagher of St. Bernadette Catholic Church was moved by their devotion to those struggling with…
Illuminating Love: A Reflection with the Sisters of Life
In April 2025, the Archdiocese of Atlanta’s Respect Life ministry hosted a morning of reflection with the Sisters of Life, an occasion that beautifully illuminated the themes of motherhood and sisterhood. This event was primarily geared toward pro-life leaders, including Walking with Moms in Need ministry leaders, Pregnancy Aid Clinic staff, and other dedicated advocates. They welcomed Sister Ann Immaculée…
Meet Deacon Steve Swope, Member of the Permanent Diaconate, Funded by Archbishop’s Appeal
“Part of every Catholic’s responsibility is to work against society’s culture of “Me” and adopt the Christ-like culture of “We and Thee.” By supporting local charities, parishes, and the Archdiocese with prayers and financial resources we act as Christ did, putting others’ needs first and in doing so are responding to the Universal Call to Holiness.”
Meet Jesus Alonso – Archdiocese of Atlanta Seminarian
“Isaiah 61:1: ‘The spirit of the Lord God is upon me because the Lord has anointed me; he has sent me to bring good news to the oppressed, to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and release to the prisoners.’ This scripture reminds me of the essence of my vocation and my mission to bring hope and healing to others. ”
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