Illuminators: Steward Spotlight “Your light must shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your heavenly Father.” Matthew 5:16

Illuminators are stewards of faith in the Archdiocese of Atlanta who put their faith into action to advance the mission of the Church.

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Tom Spencer Shares How Feed My Starving Children Unites the Georgia Catholic Community

Over ten thousand spirited basketball fans can fill the Stegeman Coliseum in Athens, Georgia, but this April, Tom Spencer brought the community together in the spirit of Christian giving. For the third year in a row, Tom has organized a mobile event for Feed My Starving Children – a Christ-centered charity whose mission is to address and uplift children facing…

How Rachael Friedman Helps Build Young Adult Community in Atlanta with the 20/30 Somethings Ministry

The postgraduate, young professional stage can be a significant life transition. Starting a new chapter, potentially in a new city or away from family and friends, can make young adults feel isolated from both the community and their faith.  The Cathedral of Christ the King (CTK) recognizes the need for Catholic young adults in metro Atlanta to have a spiritual…

Neil Johnson Shares His Experience Volunteering with Holy Spirit’s Homeless Ministry

During the coldest part of the year, it is difficult for homeless men in Atlanta to find the necessities to survive. Shelters around the city become beacons of hope as the men work during the day and find refuge from the natural elements at night. Neil Johnson has been serving dinner with the Holy Spirit Catholic Church’s Homeless Ministry at…

Pregnancy Aid Clinic’s Sarah Weikert on Saving and Changing Lives in the Atlanta Area

Somewhere in our Archdiocese is a woman facing an unplanned pregnancy. She may be homeless, financially struggling, facing domestic violence, or not have the support of her family. Frightened and overwhelmed, she may feel her only option is to terminate her pregnancy. Sarah Weikert has devoted her career to these expecting mothers and families as the Executive Director of the…

Stewards of Faith: Heritage’s Betsy Orr Discusses the Retreat Center’s Impact on the Archdiocese of Atlanta

Betsy Orr opened a retreat center where people could go away from their busy lives, pray, reconnect with the Lord, and grow in a sacred and serene place.  

Meet Jack: “Meet me at Mass”

For Jack Tyson, putting his faith into action is as simple as inviting people to meet him at mass.

Franciscan Sisters Renew Vows

Three Franciscan Sisters of Our Lady of Refuge, Sister Maria Pia, Sister Miriam, and Sister Jessica renewed their vows to their Sisterhood on April 16, 2024.  

- Sister Maria Pia

Meet your Seminarians: Eric Baylot

“Seminary is about forming well-rounded men to become priests. When you have good priests…the parishioners can spread the faith throughout the world.

- Eric

Meet your Clergy: Father Brian Bufford

From a young age, Father Brian felt drawn to the service of God, with parishioners often remarking on his potential as a priest. 

Donor Interview: Rutherford Seydel

“This is what God bestowed upon us and we’ve got a duty to be environmentalists and preserve the creation that was given to us.”