Please join us as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of Fr. Luke Ballman’s ordination to the priesthood. A special Mass of Thanksgiving will be held on Tuesday, July 14, at 6:00 PM in the Church, followed by a reception in McDonough Hall. We invite all parishioners, family, and friends to come together in gratitude for Fr. Ballman's faithful priestly service and ministry over the past 25 years. RSVP if you will attend.

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We are now enrolling for the next session of O.C.I.A. which will begin on Sunday August 9 and conclude on Sunday November 22, with reception into full communion with the Roman Catholic Church at the 5:00 PM Vigil Mass on Saturday November 21. The class will meet on Sunday mornings at 10:00 AM, with Mass offered either before or after at 8:30 AM or 11:30 AM. Class will not meet on Labor Day, Columbus Day, or Thanksgiving weekends.

A nominal fee of $35 is required to register for the course; this fee helps cover the cost of books and other materials.

Because acceptance into the program requires pastoral approval, prospective O.C.I.A. participants should begin gathering sacramental documents, including, if applicable, certificates of baptism and marriage. Remote and in-person interviews with participants are underway; please e-mail Dr. David King to arrange registration. The deadline for registration is Sunday July 26.

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Our parish website now features a more secure login process to help protect your personal information. Parishioners will now sign in using their email address and verify their login with a confirmation code sent to their email.

If you have never logged in before, we encourage you to explore your parish account - hsccatl.com/login. It provides convenient access to your family profile, giving history, and other parish information—all in one secure place.

If you need assistance accessing your account or updating your email address, please contact Melanie Reveron in the parish office at 404-252-4513.

In today's Gospel, Jesus reminds us that seeds planted in rich soil bear abundant fruit. Every act of compassion is a seed of hope. A donated meal. A filled prescription. Help with rent. A listening ear.

Through St. Vincent de Paul, parishioners help neighbors facing difficult moments with dignity and care. Thank you for helping our parish bear good fruit by living the Gospel through service to others.

Later this month, every Holy Spirit family will be asked to participate in a survey process called a planning study. This study was born out of a vision to respond to some of our present growing pains, deepen our connection to our Catholic faith tradition and one another, and lay a strong financial foundation for the future. Bringing these plans to fruition will depend upon a major fundraising campaign, alongside the Archdiocese of Atlanta's Rooted in Christ, Growing in Faith Capital Campaign.

More information will be arriving in your mailbox soon and will also be shared through the parish bulletin in the coming weeks. Please prayerfully consider this invitation to share your thoughts and help shape the future of Holy Spirit Catholic Church. I look forward to sharing the results with you this fall.

In Christ,
Fr. Luke Ballman

As you head out on your summer adventures, don’t forget to pack your faith along with your sunscreen! Whether you’re in the mountains, at the beach, or exploring a new city, we’d love to see you and /or your family at Mass wherever your travels take you.

Snap a quick selfie at the church you visit —inside or out — and share it with us! We’ll be posting a display of our parish family attending Mass around the globe on social media. It’s a beautiful way to stay connected and to remind ourselves (and others!) that there’s no vacation from Mass.

Send your photos to us via email at communications@hsccatl.com and tag us on social media with these hashtags:  #HSCCATL  #MassOnTheMove  #FaithTravels  #CatholicTraveler

Let’s celebrate the universal Church and inspire each other to stay rooted in faith wherever we go! ! Follow us on Facebook (@HolySpiritCatholicChurchATL) and on Instagram (@hsccatl). Bon voyage!

Some of the closest friendships at Holy Spirit started with simply saying yes. Whether you have an hour a month or an afternoon a week, there's a place for you here. Join us at our Ministry Fair on August 29 and 30 for a fun, no-pressure way to explore everything our parish has to offer and find something that fits your life. We'd love to see you there!

Insurance is an essential part of responsible stewardship. Our parish's insurance coverage, which averages about $14,000 each month, helps protect our church and parish buildings, as well as the ministries, programs, and events that take place on our campus every day. This coverage allows us to provide a safe environment for worship, faith formation, service opportunities, and parish life. Your generosity helps make this important investment in our mission possible.

Reservations are now open for niches in Holy Spirit’s expanded Memorial Garden and future Columbarium. If you have questions or would like to learn more about gifting opportunities, Sarah Savoie, Director of Mission Advancement, will be available in McDonough Hall after the 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM Masses TODAY, Sunday, July 12.

You are welcome to stop by to ask questions, pick up an application, or return a completed one. We would be happy to help you and your family as you consider this meaningful opportunity.