Next Sunday, September 22, Holy Spirit’s Knights of Columbus will host our first parish breakfast of the fall. Enjoy pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage, potatoes, and their popular omelette station. Breakfast will be served after the 7:00 AM 8:30 AM, and 10:00 AM Masses. The cost is $7.50 per or adult, $5 per child, or family of 5+ is $25.

Attention! Fr. Ballman, the clergy, and our parish staff will NEVER request an iTunes gift card, send an email starting off “Blessings ... do you have a moment?” or ask for money or a favor in a suspicious way. Emails or Texts that APPEAR to be from Fr. Ballman, clergy, or staff that DO NOT have the “@hsccatl.com” extension are NOT real. When in doubt, please call the parish office for verification.

Get easy access to daily Mass readings, Catholic news, online giving, our weekly bulletin, and more. We can also send push notifications about important news and events. And, you may even set a reminder to silent your phone before coming to Mass! Download My Parish App here or by using the QR code in the bulletin and stay in touch with us all week long!

Mary Frericks from Diocesan, our bulletin publishing partner, is currently renewing existing ads and securing new ones for our parish bulletin, which is available both in print and online. We're grateful that this important communication tool is provided at no cost to the parish, thanks to the generous support of advertisers—our parishioners and community-focused businesses. Mary will be reaching out to current advertisers to confirm their continued support. If you’re interested in placing an ad for your business, non-profit, family, or to memorialize a loved one, please contact her. Your ad helps connect with our church family and strengthens our community. We encourage our parishioners and guests to support our bulletin sponsors. Mary can be reached at 404-771-2564 or MFrericks@Diocesan.com.

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All men of the parish are encouraged to join us for a Happy Hour, Dinner and a presentation from Jim Eckstein, Executive Vice President at the Georgia Center for Opportunity and a parishioner at Christ the King. Jim will speak on the Catholic man and the purpose of work. Please join us on Monday, October 7, in Malta Hall (note change in location) for cocktails at 6:30 PM and bring a friend. Men’s Club is open to ALL men of the parish. If possible, please register here. Please contact Billy King with any questions.

Join the Knights of Columbus for an evening of delicious German fare on Wednesday, October 9, at 6:30 PM in McDonough Hall! Savor grilled, beer-braised bratwurst on fresh pretzel buns, sauerkraut, Hoffbrau coleslaw, a variety of desserts, and drinks. Plus, enjoy authentic German beers and wine! The cost is $15 for adults, $5 for children, and a family maximum of $35. Bring your appetite and your friends for a fun-filled Oktoberfest celebration! Prost! RSVP online if you will attend.

Our next Healing Prayer Service will be Tuesday, September 24, at 7:00 PM in St. Mary’s Chapel. All are invited to attend. This service does not include the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick.

Join the Women’s Club at our Thursday Social on September 26, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Bring a friend and meet other women of the parish at il Giallo in Sandy Springs, 5920 Roswell Rd., B-118. Donations appreciated for appetizers. RSVP online if you plan to attend.

The Women’s Club is happy to present Savannah Boyd, personal shopper and fashion influencer as our featured speaker on Monday, October 7!  Whatever your age, Savannah will help us stay up to date in the latest fashions from Frolic Boutique. Who knows, she may pull you from the “audience” to add that one extra touch to make your outfit perfectly on trend. Savannah will present at 11:30 AM and again at 6:30 PM in McDonough Hall. The cost for the session is $20 and includes lunch / dinner. 

Morning Session RSVP

Evening Session RSVP

Savannah Boyd, founder of Hearts of Style, grew up in Louisiana, but after almost 18 years in Atlanta, truly feels at home in Georgia! After graduating from Auburn University, she began a career in fashion, but as Savannah began to navigate the industry, she realized that what she loves most about fashion - how clothing makes a client feel on the inside - was not a priority to other companies. They instead focused on the external… on styles, trends, and the “latest-and-greatest.” The end goal for Savannah is getting to know the people behind the clothes and translating the characteristics that make an individual unique in his/her aesthetic choices. She styles her clients based on who they really are and gives them the confidence to wear their heart on their sleeve.

Savannah started her business in 2008 to create meaningful solutions to the predicaments she saw in the industry, rather than perpetuating the problems. She embraces her identity as a full time mom, business owner, and Christ-follower. It was important to her to craft an outlet where she could express her love of fashion and marry that with a desire to serve people by helping them feel their best.

Support the Women's Club as they raise funds to continue offering Spiritual, Social, and Service opportunities to the women of our parish. What better way to help than by planting beautiful flowers? Order bulbs now through October 15 to plant in the fall. These would also make great gifts! Delivered for a flat fee anywhere in the country. Deliveries begin end of September. Visit hsccatl.com/flower to place your order. For more information, please contact Tara Headd or Susan Selman.

Professor Andrew Kurt returns next Sunday, September 29, at 10:00 AM in McDonough Hall to conclude “Appreciating Christianity’s Jewish Roots”. We often do not recognize how much our Christian life - the breadth of Jesus’ message, the Sacraments, the Church itself - is rooted in the original Covenant period. A review of Hebrew history will open vistas on the fulfillment of God’s great plan in Christ.

Walking With Purpose is a women’s bible study which focuses on our faith and fellowship with other women through discussion and study of Sacred Scripture.  Expand your knowledge of our beliefs and Traditions with women who wish to dig deeper to become closer to Jesus and God’s promises. We meet on Tuesday evenings 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM in McDonough Hall, beginning October 1. To keep us connected, we ‘Meet Up’, typically on the third Saturday of each month, unless there is a specific Sunday event [with a different time] we normally meet from 11AM - 1:00 PM on that third Saturday. These are social events, which are usually breakfast, lunch, movies, or tours. Contact WWPHolySpirit@gmail.com for more information. Digital or physical books may be purchased here.

Fall Calendar

October 1 - November 5             
Rooted and Radiant Study           
Tuesdays 6:30 PM in Malta Hall  -  RSVP  HERE

Saturday, October 19                   
Unique Books of the Bible           
11:00 AM McDonough Hall -  RSVP HERE

November 12 - December 17     
Passionate Discipleship Study       
Tuesdays 6:30 PM Malta Hall

Saturday, November 16               
Monthly Meet Up  - 11:00 AM Monastery Retreat Conyers

Saturday December 14               
Monthly Meet Up - 11:00 AM Christmas Brunch and Grab Bag 

Walking With Purpose is a women’s bible study which focuses on our faith and fellowship with other women through discussion and study of Sacred Scripture. Beginning on October 1 at 6:30 PM in Malta Hall, WWP will explore the book of Colossians. Rooted and Radiant was written for any woman who wants to live her life grounded in Jesus Christ. In this Bible study, we learn the book of Colossians verse by verse as we seek to understand the challenges that faced the Colossians, recognizing that they are remarkably similar to our own challenges today. Please sign up online; for more information, email:  wwpHolySpirit@gmail.com.

Join Fr. Nguyen at 11:00 AM on Saturday, October 19, in McDonough Hall as he explores unique biblical texts, such as Tobit, Baruch, and Judith, discusses the significance of the Old and New Testaments, and addresses common questions about the 73 books in the Catholic Bible. Breakout sessions will offer group discussions and insights. RSVP online.

Today is our annual second collection for St. Vincent de Paul Georgia (SVdP). Founded in 1903, St. Vincent de Paul Georgia, is one of the state's largest and most trusted social service organizations.  Holy Spirit Catholic Church is one of the 73 parish-based Conferences across Georgia that offer localized, personalized care, fostering genuine human connections and finding unique solutions for each crisis situation. 

More than 3,000 Vincentian volunteers provide compassionate, neighbor-to-neighbor assistance, supporting nearly 200,000 Georgians annually with emergency aid, food, clothing, housing, and health services.   The Conference Support Center in Chamblee coordinates efforts statewide, facilitates volunteer training, organizes community outreach, and advocates for social justice and systemic change.    

Please consider giving generously to this vital collection. Use your 2nd Collection envelope or donate online by clicking here, then 2nd Collection, scrolling to September 22, Dio of Atl St. Vin de Paul.  To learn more about St. Vincent de Paul Georgia, visit svdpgeorgia.org.

We are very grateful to all our parishioners who have already joined together in pledging their gift to the 2024 Archbishop’s Annual Appeal. The campaign goal is $9,350,000 and our parish goal is $283,900. A percentage of the money collected above our goal will be returned to the parish. If you have not yet made a gift to the 2024 Archbishop’s Annual Appeal, you may use the pledge cards in the pews this weekend or you can easily donate online. Please be sure to designate Holy Spirit Atlanta as your parish. Every gift to the Annual Appeal is vitally important to assure the continued support of many important programs that help thousands in our archdiocese each year through the education of our children and seminary students, evangelization and Christian Initiation, on-going formation for our priests and so much more. Thank you, in advance, for your participation in this year’s Appeal.

The youth and children’s choirs will begin rehearsals starting on Sunday, September 29 (new date). The youth choir is open to singers in grades 4 through 9 and all experience levels are welcome! There is also a new angel choir starting and is open to children ages 5 through 8. Rehearsals will be Sundays, after the 10:00 AM and 11:30 AM Masses. Sign up using this form. For more information, please contact Genevieve Connors.

Do you have a ping pong table that you no longer use or want? The teens in Holy Spirit’s Youth Ministry program would be happy to take it off of your hands! Please contact our Youth Minister Paul Oakes to discuss.

You’re already paying income taxes to the state – why not redirect some of them to provide tuition assistance to financially eligible Holy Spirit Prep students? This is a proven opportunity that is a win-win-win for taxpayer donors, scholarship recipients, and our school community. By simply contributing to Georgia GOAL for a 100% Georgia income tax credit – in other words, by contributing with dollars you must spend anyway – you will help maximize financial aid for deserving families seeking a Holy Spirit Preparatory School education. Please visit www.goalscholarship.org to get started or contact Georgia Tate with questions.

The Cathedral of Christ the King is offering a free, two-day Grief Summit featuring David Kessler, one of the world's foremost experts on grief and loss. RSVP here.

An Evening with David Kessler: Releasing the Pain of Grief and Finding Hope and Meaning
Tuesday, October 8 • 7:00 PM • Kenny Hall

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Check-In
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Program
8:00 PM - 8:30 PM: Q&A

Features David Kessler discussing various types of deaths, practical tools for finding peace, and ways to navigate the unknown terrain of grief. This session aims to be personal and comforting, followed by a Q&A session. Get a free copy of his newly released book, Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief Workbook: Tools for Releasing Pain and Remembering with Love - limited to the first 400 registrants. 

Your Loss Matters

Wednesday, October 9 • 9:00 AM • Kenny Hall

Four 60-minute segments, each dedicated to a type of loss: 
9:00 AM, death of a spouse; 
10:30 AM, death of parents or children; 
12:00 PM, death under 30; 
1:30 PM, death from addiction or suicide. 

Please arrive 30-minutes prior to your session for check-in. Each session will include a discussion led by David Kessler, followed by a Q&A. The sessions aim to address the unique aspects of different types of losses, offering practical advice and support to attendees. The goal is to provide a compassionate and understanding space for participants to explore their grief and find ways to cope with their emotions.