• Vigil for Peace

    Dear brothers and sisters,   On Easter Sunday, Pope Leo XIV delivered his first “Urbi et Orbi” message from the central balcony of Saint Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City.  He spoke of the current state of the world and the peace that Christ promises.   “In the light of Easter, let us allow ourselves to be amazed by Christ! Let ...

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  • Second Collection for Catholic Home Missions

    The Catholic Home Missions Appeal supports dioceses in the United States that face fragile financial situations, vast distances, or rugged terrain that significantly impacts their ability to offer the most basic pastoral programs to the faithful. Today, nearly 40 percent of dioceses in the United States and its territories cannot fund the essential pastoral work their communities need. Your support ...

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  • Role of the Deacon in Sacred Chants and Music

    Chancery Grand Halls B & C 2401 Lake Park Dr SW, Smyrna, GA, United States

    The National Directory for Formation, Ministry, and Life of Permanent Deacons second edition provides that a post-ordination formation program be established for the first five years after ordination. If you have been ordained in 2022, 2023, 2024,2025 or 2026, you are required to attend the workshop. This is not optional. 

  • Second Collection for the Catholic Communications

    Catholic Communications engages and builds Catholic communities in the United States and developing countries using the internet, television, radio and print media. Half of the money collected remains here in the Archdiocese of Atlanta to fund local communications efforts.

  • Endowment Sunday

    Endowment Sunday is a chance to educate your parishioners about the importance of securing the financial well-being of the parish both now and forever. It may include a second collection or your parish may focus solely on educating your church community about the endowment fund. Make the most of Endowment Sunday by registering your parish by Wednesday, April 15  .

  • Deacon Convocation and Mass of Recommitment

    Holy Spirit Catholic Church 4465 Northside Drive, Atlanta, GA, United States

    The Convocation and Mass of Recommitment for Deacons, scheduled for May 19th at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, is a special occasion to honor the ongoing dedication and service of our deacons. The Mass offers a meaningful opportunity for deacons to renew their commitment to ministry, reflect on their vocation, and gather in prayerful unity with the Archbishop and the wider ...

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  • Parish+School Insights Conference

    This meeting is for parish and school business managers. The agenda includes finance and finance systems topics.

  • Corpus Christi Weekend Celebration

    Heritage is inviting guests to a Corpus Christi weekend celebration with a eucharistic procession and Mass celebrated by Archbishop Hartmayer.

  • Consecration of the United States of America to the Sacred Heart of Jesus

    Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus 353 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, Georgia, United States

    Brothers and sisters in Christ, Many of you are aware that on Thursday, June 11, the U.S. bishops will consecrate the United States of America to the Sacred Heart of Jesus as part of the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.  Here in the Archdiocese of Atlanta the diocesan consecration to the Sacred ...

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  • Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Training: Level One – June 13

    Saint Ann Catholic Church 4905 Roswell Road, Marietta, GA, United States

    Catechesis of the Good Shepherd training offers a deep alignment with the Church’s evangelizing and kerygmatic mission and committed to faithful accompaniment of children, families, and catechists. See dates for trainings for various Levels. This course is only available in English.