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Archdiocese of Atlanta Audio & Video Podcasts

Get Adobe Flash PlayerThe Archdiocese of Atlanta audio and video podcasts are produced by Veronica Diaz, Assistant Communications Director for the Archdiocese of Atlanta. Special thanks to Rosary Army who helped us get started.

Episode #22: Meet the Dim Family! (Video Podcast)

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Meet the Dim Family! They were granted refugee status due to the human rights violations taking place in their home country of Myanmar. They arrived in Atlanta, GA Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at 7:20 p.m. from Malaysia. Branka Dondur, Refugee Resources Coordinator of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Atlanta has furnished their apartment, bought them groceries & a cell phone, greeted them at the airport and will drive them to their new home in the suburbs of Atlanta. She will enroll them in English classes and help them with job placement so that they may become self-sufficient in 6 months.

Here's How You Can Help

2008 Furniture & Welcome Box Drive for Refugees

Additional Resources
link Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Atlanta
link Music by David Burke: http://www.wonders-of-his-love.com/index2.html
Episode #21: March for Life Memorial Service and Rally on the steps of the Georgia State Capitol (Video Podcast)

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Michael Alexander,
The Georgia Bulletin

Watch Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory and Pro-Life advocates pray for the sanctity and the dignity of the human life at a memorial service and rally on the steps of the Georgia State Capitol in memory of the 35th anniversary of the January 22, 1973 decisions that legalized abortions in America.

Additional Resources
link Statement of the Catholic Bishops of Georgia Regarding Georgia House Resolution 536
link ProLife Office
Episode #20: The Coronation of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Mother of God and Empress of the Americas, and the Renewal of the Consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary (Video Podcast)

 

On December 12, 2007 the Archdiocese of Atlanta held The Coronation of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Mother of God and Empress of the Americas, and the Renewal of the Consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary at the Cathedral of Christ the King, 2699 Peachtree Road, N.E., Atlanta, Georgia 30305. Watch as Archbishop Wilton Gregory crowns the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe and dancers perform in her honor.

Additional Resources
link Read the Georgia Bulletin article "'Mother To All Peoples' Crowned In Archdiocese"
link Marian Catechetical Materials
Episode #19: Faith & Public Policy Workshop (Video Podcast)

 

Watch Pat Chivers, Communications Director, Archdiocese of Atlanta; Frank Mulcahy, Executive Director, Georgia Catholic Conference; Mary Boyert, Pro-Life Director, Archdiocese of Atlanta; and Susan Sullivan, Director, Parish & Social Justice Ministries, Catholic Charities of Atlanta present the seven key themes of Catholic Teaching, apply Catholic Teaching to major issues, provide you with an overview of the Georgia Catholic Conference, and discuss the key policy positions for the 2008 Georgia Legislative Session.

Additional Resources
link Read the Georgia Bulletin article "Faith And Public Policy Workshop Set For Nov. 17"
link Catholic Charities Atlanta
Episode #18: Travelers Together Immigration Reality Check Workshop (Video Podcast)

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Michael Alexander,
The Georgia Bulletin

"Travelers Together: One Creator, One Family, One Journey" workshop focuses on immigration issues, resources and advocacy. It was held Friday, April 13, at 6:30 p.m. at Holy Cross Church, Atlanta. The workshop was sponsored by Parish and Social Justice Ministries of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Atlanta, along with other archdiocesan offices.

Watch Archbishop Wilton Gregory discuss the church's position on immigration with the Clergy of the Archdiocese of Atlanta "We are interested in the immigrant in our presence not because they are Catholic, but because we are Catholic..."

Additional Resources
Adobe PDF En la luz del amor: Una declaración conjunta firmada por: Reverendísimo Wilton D. Gregory, Arzobispo Católico de Atlanta; Plemon Tauheed El-Amin, Imam, Masjid de Al-Islam de Atlanta; Rabino Scott Saulson de Atlanta; Reverendo J. Neil Alexander, Obispo Episcopal de Atlanta (October 1, 2007)
Adobe PDF In the Light of Love: A joint statement signed by: Most Rev. Wilton D. Gregory, Catholic Archbishop of Atlanta; Plemon Tauheed El-Amin, Imam, the Atlanta Masjid of Al-Islam; Rabbi Scott Saulson of Atlanta; The Rt. Rev. J. Neil Alexander, Episcopal Bishop of Atlanta (October 1, 2007)
adobe pdf Pastoral Letter from the Most Reverend Wilton D. Gregory, Archbishop of Atlanta,
and the Most Reverend J. Kevin Boland, Bishop of Savannah, Regarding Immigration Reform (March 1, 2006)
link Read the Georgia Bulletin article "Parishioners To Gather For Immigration Advocacy"
link Read the Georgia Bulletin article "Church’s Campaign Educates On, Seeks Support For Comprehensive Reform Of Immigration"
link Catholic Charities Atlanta
Episode #17: 5th Grade Vocations Day Homily from Archbishop Gregory (Video Podcast)

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Michael Alexander,
The Georgia Bulletin

Watch Archbishop Wilton Gregory address his Homily to the 5th Graders of the Archdiocese of Atlanta; "I wonder what I look like in that Vestment," speak to them a about the life of St. Francis of Assisi, ask them to consider giving their lives in a special way to the service of God's Church, and watch Patrick, a student from St. Joseph Catholic Church in Marietta, as he answers Archbishop Gregory's questions: what would you look like as one of our priest? Do you think these vestments fit you?

Additional Resources
Adobe PDF Read student reflections from the 5th Grade Vocations Day
Read The Georgia Bulletin article, "Fifth-Graders Learn About ‘Unique’ Vocations"
link Vocations Web site
link Office of Catholic Schools Web site
Episode #16: I wonder what I look like in that vestment? (Video Podcast)

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Michael Alexander,
The Georgia Bulletin

The Archdiocese of Atlanta held its first Annual 5th Grade Vocations Day at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Marietta on October 4, 2007. Watch Father Luke Ballman, Director of Vocations, Archdiocese of Atlanta speak to the 5th graders of the Archdiocese of Atlanta about considering a Vocation in the church.

Additional Resources
Adobe PDF Read student reflections from the 5th Grade Vocations Day
Read The Georgia Bulletin article, "Fifth-Graders Learn About ‘Unique’ Vocations"
link Vocations Web site
link Office of Catholic Schools Web site
Episode #15: I wonder what I look like in that vestment? (Audio Podcast)

Photo by
Michael Alexander,
The Georgia Bulletin

The Archdiocese of Atlanta held its first Annual 5th Grade Vocations Day at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Marietta on October 4, 2007. Listen as Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory speaks to the 5th graders of the Archdiocese of Atlanta about the life of St. Francis of Assisi and asks them to consider giving their lives in a special way to the service of God's Church, and Patrick, a student from St. Joseph Catholic Church in Marietta, as he answers Archbishop Gregory's questions: what would you look like as one of our priest? Do you think these vestments fit you?

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Additional Resources
Adobe PDF Read student reflections from the 5th Grade Vocations Day
Read The Georgia Bulletin article, "Fifth-Graders Learn About ‘Unique’ Vocations"
link Vocations Web site
link Office of Catholic Schools Web site
Episode #14: 2007 Red Mass (Audio Podcast)

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Michael Alexander,
The Georgia Bulletin

Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory's homily at the Red Mass celebrated on Sept. 27, 2007 at Sacred Heart Church, Atlanta.

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Additional Resources
Read The Georgia Bulletin article, "Red Mass Gathers Judges, Lawyers for Prayer"
Episode #13: Labor of Love (Audio Podcast)

With the support of the Archdiocese of Atlanta, on Wednesday, September 12 a new grass roots group launched its creation during its first press conference at Central Presbyterian Church across from the State Capitol in downtown Atlanta. The goal of this group is to highlight the significant contributions of Georgia's Hispanic community in particular and immigrant communities in general and to ensure a welcoming environment for immigrants of all backgrounds in Georgia.

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Additional Resources
link Labor of Love Official Web Site
link "Wonders of His Love" Web Site
Episode #12: Interfaith Day of Prayer (Audio Podcast)

The leaders of various faiths joined in prayer Thursday, June 21, 2007 for an Interfaith Day of Prayer. In the Light of Love was a day of prayer for wisdom and compassion in Immigration Reform. Prayers were presented by Monsignor Luis Zarama, Vicar General of the Archdiocese of Atlanta, Imam Plemon El-Amin, Faith Alliance of Metro Atlanta President and Atlanta Masjid of Al-Islam, Rabbi Scott Saulson, Jewish Community Chaplain, Reverend Jill Morehouse Lum, Central Presbyterian Church.

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Additional Resources
adobe pdf Pastoral Letter from the Most Reverend Wilton D. Gregory, Archbishop of Atlanta,
and the Most Reverend J. Kevin Boland, Bishop of Savannah, Regarding Immigration Reform
link Interfaith Statement in Support of Comprehensive Immigration Reform
Episode #11: Immaculeé Ilibagiza at the 2007 Eucharistic Congress (Audio Podcast)

Immaculeé Ilibagiza. Photo by
Michael Alexander,
The Georgia Bulletin

More from Immaculeé Ilibagiza. Tune in to listen to Immaculéee talk about her struggle to survive the Rwanda Genocide and how writing letters to God asking him why her, helped her deepen her faith in him.

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Additional Resources
link Archdiocese of Atlanta Eucharistic Congress
link www.lefttotell.com
Episode #10: Immaculeé Ilibagiza at the 2007 Eucharistic Congress (Audio Podcast)

Immaculeé Ilibagiza. Photo by
Michael Alexander,
The Georgia Bulletin

Immaculeé Ilibagiza, a member of the United Nations Development Program. She survived the savage Rwanda genocide and has devoted her life to sharing how she discovered God and the importance of understanding and forgiveness.

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Additional Resources
link Archdiocese of Atlanta Eucharistic Congress
link www.lefttotell.com
Episode #9: Father Leo Patalinghug at the Revive! Young Adult track of the 2007 Eucharistic Congress (Audio Podcast)

Father Leo Patalinghug. Photo by
Michael Alexander,
The Georgia Bulletin

Episode #9 features Fr. Leo Patalinghug, a priest of the Archdiocese of Baltimore and host of the TV Show Grace Before Meals, a TV program to help strengthen families.

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Additional Resources
link Archdiocese of Atlanta Eucharistic Congress
link www.gracebeforemeals.com
Episode #8: Highlights from the 2007 Eucharistic Congress (Audio Podcast)

Father Ricardo Bailey. Photo by
Michael Alexander,
The Georgia Bulletin

Episode #8 features Veronica Diaz, Assistant Communications Director of the Archdiocese of Atlanta, roaming the halls of the Georgia International Convention Center this past weekend during the 2007 Eucharistic Congress. Please listen in as Father Ricardo Bailey introduces Archbishop Wilton Gregory to welcome thousands of Catholic parishioners in attendance.

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Additional Resources
link Archdiocese of Atlanta Eucharistic Congress
Episode #7: Your Invitation to the 2007 Eucharistic Congress (Audio Podcast)

Episode 7 is your invitation to the 2007 Eucharistic Congress in Atlanta, featuring the new voice of Archdicoese of Atlanta podcasting, Veronica Diaz. Veronica is the Assistant Communications Director for the Archdiocese of Atlanta.

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Additional Resources
link Archdiocese of Atlanta Eucharistic Congress
Episode #6: Brenda Sharman at the 2006 Eucharistic Congress (Audio Podcast)

Greg and Jennifer Willits of Rosary Army interview Brenda Sharman at the 2006 Eucharistic Congress.
Photo by Fr. Roderick, SQPN.com

Brenda Sharman, national director of PureFashion.com joins us at the 2006 Eucharistic Congress. The Archdiocese of Atlanta 2006 Eucharistic Congress podcasts were recorded, edited, and produced by Greg and Jennifer Willits of Rosary Army. They have generously donated their time and equipment. Please thank them by visiting their web site, www.rosaryarmy.com

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link Archdiocese of Atlanta Eucharistic Congress
link www.rosaryarmy.com
link www.purefashion.com
Episode #5: Father Allen Deck at the 2006 Eucharistic Congress (Audio Podcast)

Greg and Jennifer Willits of Rosary Army interview Father Allan Deck at the 2006 Eucharistic Congress.
Photo by Fr. Roderick, SQPN.com

Fr. Allan Deck from The Loyola Institute joins us at the 2006 Eucharistic Congress. The Archdiocese of Atlanta 2006 Eucharistic Congress podcasts were recorded, edited, and produced by Greg and Jennifer Willits of Rosary Army. They have generously donated their time and equipment. Please thank them by visiting their web site, www.rosaryarmy.com

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link Archdiocese of Atlanta Eucharistic Congress
link www.rosaryarmy.com
link The Loyola Institute
Episode #4: Father Brian Higgins at the 2006 Eucharistic Congress (Audio Podcast)

Fr. Brian Higgins, Archdiocese of Atlanta Vocations Director, joins us at the 2006 Eucharistic Congress. The Archdiocese of Atlanta 2006 Eucharistic Congress podcasts were recorded, edited, and produced by Greg and Jennifer Willits of Rosary Army. They have generously donated their time and equipment. Please thank them by visiting their web site, www.rosaryarmy.com

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link Archdiocese of Atlanta Eucharistic Congress
link Vocations Web site, www.calledbychrist.com
link www.rosaryarmy.com
Episode #3: Sister Anita Baird at the 2006 Eucharistic Congress (Audio Podcast)

Sister Anita Baird, one of the keynote speakers, joins us at the 2006 Eucharistic Congress. The Archdiocese of Atlanta 2006 Eucharistic Congress podcasts were recorded, edited, and produced by Greg and Jennifer Willits of Rosary Army. They have generously donated their time and equipment. Please thank them by visiting their web site, www.rosaryarmy.com

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link Archdiocese of Atlanta Eucharistic Congress
link Vocations Web site, www.calledbychrist.com
link www.rosaryarmy.com
Episode #2: Father Robert Barron at the 2006 Eucharistic Congress (Audio Podcast)

Greg and Jennifer Willits of Rosary Army interview Fr. Robert Barron at the 2006 Eucharistic Congress.
Photo by Fr. Roderick, SQPN.com

Fr. Robert Barron from www.WordOnFire.org joins us at the 2006 Eucharistic Congress. The Archdiocese of Atlanta 2006 Eucharistic Congress podcasts were recorded, edited, and produced by Greg and Jennifer Willits of Rosary Army. They have generously donated their time and equipment. Please thank them by visiting their web site, www.rosaryarmy.com

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link Archdiocese of Atlanta Eucharistic Congress
link www.WordOnFire.org
link www.rosaryarmy.com
Episode #1: Father Ricardo Bailey at the 2006 Eucharistic Congress (Audio Podcast)

Greg and Jennifer Willits of Rosary Army interview Fr. Ricardo Bailey at the 2006 Eucharistic Congress as Erika Anderson, Staff Writer for The Georgia Bulletin, listens in. Photo by Fr. Roderick, SQPN.com

Father Ricardo Bailey (AKA Father Crunk) joins us at the 2006 Eucharistic Congress. The Archdiocese of Atlanta 2006 Eucharistic Congress podcasts were recorded, edited, and produced by Greg and Jennifer Willits of Rosary Army. They have generously donated their time and equipment. Please thank them by visiting their web site, www.rosaryarmy.com

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link Archdiocese of Atlanta Eucharistic Congress
link www.rosaryarmy.com

A Special Word of Thanks to Rosary Army

Greg and Jennifer Willits of Rosary Army (www.rosaryarmy.com) have been instrumental in the Archdiocese of Atlanta podcasts from the very beginning. They have generously donated their time, equipment, and knowledge. Please thank them by visiting their web site and checking out their wonderful podcasts. They will enrich, educate and entertain you!