Category: Parish News

Director of Religious Education – Saint Jude the Apostle Church, Atlanta: Saint Jude the Apostle parish is seeking a full-time Director of Religious Education. Saint Jude is a vibrant, active parish of 2800+ families located in Sandy Springs GA, a suburb of Atlanta. We are looking for a dynamic candidate with a passion for and thorough knowledge of the Catholic faith.  This position collaborates with the Pastor on catechetical initiatives of the parish, leads the Religious Education Department, and manages a staff of employees and volunteers. Candidates should demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills. This position requires a flexible schedule that includes working some weekends, evenings, and Holy Days to support the programming of the Church. The qualified candidate will be a practicing Catholic and committed to the teachings of the Church.  A Master’s degree in Religious Education / Theology preferred or a bachelor’s degree and extensive RE related work experience. Interested candidates can submit a cover letter with salary expectation and resume to Director of Operations, Colleen Tyner ctyner@judeatl.com or fax 770-415-3567

Mark White, who served as a Deacon here at Saint Jude last June through October, was ordained as a priest on Saturday, June 1st. during the celebration of the Rite of Ordination at the Cathedral of Christ the King.

We wish Father Mark all the best at his first parish assignment at the Cathedral!
Photos compliments of Michael Alexander, Staff Photographer, The Georgia Bulletin

ATLANTA–Auxiliary Bishop Joel M. Konzen, SM, will oversee the Atlanta Archdiocese as the administrator.

Please ask Our Lord for more dedicated holy priests, deacons and consecrated men and women.  May they be inspired by Jesus Christ, supported by our faith community, and  respond generously to God’s gift of a vocation.  Take home the Elijah Cup and pray for vocations.  Learn more and sign up here.

Saint Jude the Apostle Preschool is looking hiring part-time Preschool Lead and Assistant Teachers for the 2019-2020 school year.  The preschool provides a warm, loving environment for children age 16 mos. to 5 yrs. Candidates should possess creativity, a positive, nurturing attitude, a love for children, and enjoy participating in their development and growth. Applicants need to be reliable, have a desire to learn and grow as an educator, and be a team player. For information or to receive an application, contact Angela Rahn, Preschool Director, at arahn@judeatl.com or 678-252-5981.

The Archdiocese of Atlanta would like to honor couples married in 1969 and 1959 to a Golden/Diamond Wedding Anniversary Mass on Saturday, October 5, at 12:00 pm at Saint Brigid Catholic Church. A reception will follow the Mass for anniversary couples and their families. Space is limited. RSVP here.

Registration is now open for the 2019-20 school year.

For rising 10th graders, please see full information on Confirmation registration.

Monsignor Joe Corbett and Monsignor Frank McNamee, Rector of Cathedral of Christ the King, invite you on a special trip to Ireland, from May 24 – June 3, 2020.

Monsignor Joe will celebrate the 25^th anniversary of his ordination in his home church in Stradbally Waterford, on May 28, 2020, followed by a reception with family and friends. Join this Jubilee Celebration trip as Monsignor Joe and Monsignor Frank return to Ireland and share their homeland with you. The trip will include each of their Jubilee Masses and receptions, as well as visits throughout Ireland to places of historical, cultural and sacred significance.

This trip will include the following highlights:

• Saint Patrick’s Country in the area of Downpatrick
• Travel through the Irish countryside by train from Dublin to Belfast
• Glendalough, the monastic ruins of the site founded by Saint Kevin
• Giant’s Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage site
• Kilkenny Castle, a 12^th century castle restored with period furnishings
• And much more!

Registration opens Wednesday,  January 30 and super early booking discount for reservations by March 28, 2019. For more information about the itinerary and trip details go to Pilgrimage Website, or please contact Carol Rowland at 678-824-5030.

See Pilgrimage flyer with detailed itinerary