The Archdiocese of Atlanta’s Eucharistic Congress returned with a roar, the traditional waving of banners and upbeat noise of drums, impromptu singing and horn-blowing of the eucharistic procession, attracting thousands and welcoming back ‘the lost and the broken.’
The Cathedral of Christ the King echoed with rousing applause moments before four new priests took on moments of quiet prayer, blessing their family and friends. Archbishop Hartmayer celebrated the ordination Mass on May 28.
Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., ordained Evan Glowzinski and Matthew Howard transitional deacons for the Archdiocese of Atlanta at the Cathedral of Christ the King May 21 as they journey toward the priesthood.
At the April 12 Chrism Mass, the archbishop blessed the sacramental oils that will be used in parishes across the archdiocese in the coming year, and he led priests in renewing the promises made at their ordinations.
Relics of St. Bernadette Soubirous are scheduled to visit the Archdiocese of Atlanta as part of a nationwide tour. Holy Spirit Church will host the relics in early May.