Please note the following changes to our regular Mass schedule during Holy Week:

Tuesday, March 31 - We will NOT have a 6:00 PM Mass, as our priests will attend the Chrism Mass with Archbishop Hartmayer at the Cathedral of Christ the King.

Holy Thursday, April 2 - The only Mass is the Mass of the Lord’s Supper at 8:00 PM.

Good Friday, April 3 - As is the tradition of the Church, Mass is not celebrated on Good Friday. The Liturgy of the Passion of the Lord, including distribution of Holy Communion and Veneration of the Cross, will take place at 3:00 PM in the Church

Holy Saturday, April 4 - The only Mass is the Easter Vigil at 8:00 PM.

Easter Sunday, April 5 - Please refer to the schedule above for revised Mass times.

We invite you to join us in prayer and worship during these sacred days of the Triduum as we journey together through the Passion, Death, and Resurrection of the Lord.

Fr. Ballman invites all parishioners to celebrate the end of Lent together as a parish family on Wednesday, April 1, at 6:30 PM in McDonough Hall. This special evening is a wonderful opportunity to gather in fellowship and enjoy a delicious meal together. Dinner will be prepared by C. Parks Catering & Events and will feature:  Lebanese baked chicken with potatoes and vegetables, slow roasted citrus pork, saffron rice and broccoli, cucumber and tomato salad, fresh rolls and a dessert buffet.

The cost for dinner is $15 per person, with a family maximum of $35. Please be sure to RSVP by noon on Tuesday, March 31, as this event has become very popular and space fills quickly. Reserve your spot today—we would love to see you there!

We are also looking for volunteers to assist with serving dinner and helping with clean-up. If you are able to lend a hand, please sign up using the volunteer link.

We look forward to celebrating with you as we prepare for the Sacred Triduum.

Please click here for an online version of the weekly parish bulletin.

All children 10 and under are invited to Holy Spirit's Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4, from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. on the HSP field. Bring your baskets, search for eggs, and enjoy crafts and activities. RSVP online so the bunny knows how many eggs to hide. Volunteers are needed to assist with the hunt. Please sign up if you can help! Please note:  the hunt will begin at 10:30 AM SHARP, so don't be late!

All men of the parish are invited to the next Men’s Club gathering on Monday, April 6, at 6:30 PM in McDonough Hall (note bulletin incorrectly states the location as Malta Hall). Our guest speaker, Duncan Gibbs, will present: “What the Young Get Wrong and the Old Wish They Knew About Retirement.” The cost is $15 and includes dinner. RSVP on the parish website if you can attend.

A parishioner at Christ the King, Duncan is real estate professional with more than 35 years of experience and founder of Tristar Real Estate Investments. He is the creator and host of The Retirement Spy, a platform focused on the often-overlooked non-financial aspects of retirement. Duncan will explore how the pursuit of purpose, meaning, and identity in retirement transcends generational differences. He will offer practical insights on navigating the transition into “Phase Two” of life, emphasizing fulfillment, structure, and intentional living beyond one’s primary career. In fact, Duncan interviewed HSCC parishioners Nancy and Jim Ewing in a recent episode of The Retirement Spy, which you can watch here.

Stroke Scan Plus will again host lifesaving preventive ultrasound screenings on Saturday, April 11, from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. These screenings detect early signs of serious conditions such as stroke risk, abdominal aneurysm, thyroid disease, and other internal health issues that are often not included in routine annual checkups and may not be covered by insurance without symptoms.

For $179, you will receive 7 ultrasound screenings: Carotid (stroke risk), Abdominal Aorta (AAA), Thyroid, Liver, Kidneys, and Gallbladder. Blood testing is available for an additional cost. No insurance is required, and appointments are limited. Call 832-437-7355 to schedule an appointment. Screenings will take place in the classrooms beneath McDonough Hall.

Our next Wednesday "Knight" Dinner is April 15, and the Knights are planning the best chili you'll find East (or West) of the Pecos! Each participating Knight is bringing his best. And if you're willing to taste all the entries, you get to vote for the winner! Besides the heat-in-a-bowl chili, we'll be offering an amazing number of condiments and sides! The price is $15 per adult, $5 per child, with a family "max" of $35. RSVP if you will attend.

All parishioners are invited to the nearly-sold-out inaugural Once Upon a Tile Mahjong fundraising event with all proceeds benefiting Catholic Charities Atlanta’s Read to Succeed literacy initiative. Sponsored in full by Bold Monk Brewing Co. and presented by Buckhead Mahjong, Once Upon a Tile willl take place on Monday, April 20, from 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM, at Bold Monk Brewing Co. The cost is $600 per table of four. Book your spot here.

Holy Spirit Catholic Church is a proud supporter of the Read to Succeed initiative which aims to boost literacy by providing new books to children of homeless, low-income, and refugee families in the Greater Atlanta area.

Spring is in the air! Are you finally ready to clean out that attic, basement, or maybe your adult child’s bedroom who moved out years ago? How do you decide what makes the cut, and where do you go from there?  Join the Women’s Club on Monday, April 13, in McDonough Hall as the Women's Club welcomes Nancy Meck of Meck Organizing.  Nancy will walk us through all the steps we need to take to get the job done! Sign up online for the 11:30 AM program, or join us in the evening for the 6:30 PM program. Lunch or dinner is included in the $20 cost. 

RSVP for the Morning Session Here

RSVP for the Evening Session Here 

Nancy is a professional organizer and is the founder of Meck Organizing. Learn more about Nancy and her company at meckorganizing.com.

Join us for the April Women’s Club Thursday Social at The Chastain on April 30, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. The address is:  4320 Powers Ferry Road NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30342. Enjoy a relaxed and joyful evening of fellowship at The Chastain! Come unwind, connect with friends old and new, and enjoy a beautiful setting together.

The Women's Club service initiative for the year is a partnership with the Community Assistance Center in Sandy Springs, which serves many parishioners. CAC focuses on providing basic needs assistance to prevent homelessness and hunger, while promoting self-sufficiency. They offer financial assistance, have three food pantry locations, and operate a thrift store. They also offer youth programs, adult education, a career center, and tax preparation assistance.  Please see the CAC website for details on all the valuable services they provide to the community.

In-Person Service Event
Holy Spirit's Women's Club will conduct an in-person service event on Wednesday, April 29. We will return to the Community Assistance Center on Northwood Drive, where we will sort items for their food pantry and assist in the market. We need a total of 10 volunteers, consisting of two shifts with five volunteers each. Shifts are 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM and 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Please see the SignUp Genius for details. 
 
Toiletry Drive
From now through April, we will collect toiletries for the women served by the food pantry:  shampoo and conditioner, deodorant, disposable razors, shaving cream, feminine products, bar soaps, toothpaste, toothbrushes, and dental floss.

How to Donate

1.  Bring to meetings through April
2.  Order via Amazon wishlist

 

The Women's Club is excited to work again with Flower Power for their Spring fundraising program. Dahlias, peonies, lily of the valley, and other gifts for sale now at Flower Power, through May 15. Orders ship in April and will be delivered directly to each address for a flat fee of $6.99 per order. These will make great Mother's Day gifts!

Adult and teen volunteers are needed to make the children’s Easter Egg Hunt a success. Consider helping on Saturday, April 4, from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Visit the Sign Up Genius Link or contact Aimee McDonald at amcdonald@hsccatl.com if you can assist.

As we begin Holy Week, we follow Christ who gave Himself completely in love. At St. Vincent de Paul, we witness that same love each time we walk with a neighbor facing crisis.

Because of your continued support, we are able to assist families experiencing eviction, hunger, and hardship — often at their most vulnerable moments.

Thank you for sustaining this mission throughout the year. Your generosity truly makes a difference in the lives of families in our community.

Please keep the neighbors we serve — and our Vincentian volunteers — in your prayers, that we may carry Christ’s mercy into every home we visit. Contact us at SVDP@hsccatl.com to learn more.

Looking to grow deeper in your faith? Our Sunday morning Adult Faith Formation program is the perfect place to learn, share, and grow together. Mark your calendar and join us at 10:00 AM in McDonough Hall on select Sunday mornings throughout the winter and spring. 

March 29 - Going to the End of Love: Preparing Our Hearts for the Triduum - Alycia Murtha

April 26 - The Glory of the Lord: Reflections on the Glorious Mysteries of the Rosary - Alycia Murtha

May 3 - Jonah: The Short but Powerful Story of a Failed Prophet - Deacon Steve Demko

May 17 - The Examen:  Applying the Rules of Discernment - Seminarian Oswaldo (Ozzy) Franco

Religious Education registration for the 2026-2027 school year for both children and teens is underway. You may register online here. Volunteers are needed to serve as catechists and co-catechists. Please consider giving of your time and talent bringing the faith to the young people of our parish.

Save the Dates of June 8 - 12 for Holy Spirit’s Vacation Bible School where children can take “The Great Journey with Jesus Through the Church Year.” Registration is curreintly underway at hsccatl.com/vbs.