Jul 23, 2020
Who is James the Lesser?
Q. On July 25th we celebrate the Feast of St. James the Greater, one of the Twelve Apostles. Why is he called “the Greater,” while the...


Jul 15, 2020
Who is St. Kateri Tekakwitha?
Q. This week we celebrate the Memorial of St. Kateri Tekakwitha (Tuesday, July 14), “the Lily of the Mohawks.” Why did she receive that...


Jul 8, 2020
Is the St. Benedict Medal Spiritual "Armor"?
Q. The Memorial of St. Benedict is celebrated this week (June 11). I have a friend who wears a St. Benedict medal and calls it part of...


Jul 7, 2020


Jul 6, 2020
Important Parish Updates
Dear St. Catherine Parish Family, Last week I made my annual retreat (priests are required by canon law to make a retreat each year). It...

Jul 1, 2020
The Feast of the Most Precious Blood
Q. When I was young, I remember celebrating the Feast of the Most Precious Blood (July 1). Why is it no longer observed in our churches?...


Jun 23, 2020
Do we celebrate the birth of St. John the Baptist?
Q. This week we celebrate the Nativity of St. John the Baptist (June 24). Isn’t the memorial of saints usually on the anniversary of...


Jun 13, 2020
Father's Day Novena of Masses
If you would like to have a father, living or deceased, remembered in our Father's Day Novena of Masses, June 19-27, you can complete the...

Jun 13, 2020
Life and Legacy - Planning for the Future Seminar
The Catholic Foundation of North Georgia is hosting a webinar called "Life and Legacy - Planning for the Future." Topics will include...

Jun 1, 2020
Statement on Racism
Dear Friends, I would like to express my deep solidarity and compassion towards those who suffer from the sin of racism, especially...