Holy Spirit Catholic Church is seeking a part-time Internal Development & Stewardship Manager to help advance the parish’s mission by leading the annual Offertory Campaign and coordinating parish efforts for the Archbishop’s Annual Appeal. Working closely with clergy, staff, and volunteers, the manager will help communicate the impact of stewardship, support parishioner relationships, and ensure thoughtful follow-up and accountability while reflecting the values and spirit of our parish community.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, service-oriented, and comfortable working with data, communications, and parishioners alike. This role combines strategic planning with hands-on coordination, offering meaningful work in a collaborative parish environment. With flexible part-time hours and opportunities for deeper involvement during key campaign seasons, this position is well suited for someone who is passionate about stewardship, committed to the Church’s mission, and eager to help Holy Spirit Catholic Church grow in generosity and discipleship.

Contact Debbie Slinkard, Director of Mission Advancement & Development, for more information. Click here for a full job description.

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All men of the parish are invited to the January Men’s Club event on Monday, January 5, at 6:30 PM at Thos. O’Reilly’s Public House in Sandy Springs. Catch up after the holiday break with friends old and new. RSVP online if you will attend.

Please join the Women's Club for a special January meeting "Gifts of Hope with Paul Umaña" on Monday, January 12, at 11:30 AM and 6:30 PM in McDonough. Our parishioner and Catholic speaker, Paula Umaña, is now the host of the new EWTN program Gifts of Hope — and she’s joining us to share the most powerful stories and unforgettable moments from the show. In addition, remarks will be made by an EWTN guest and parishioner. Come be inspired by real-life testimonies of faith, suffering, and healing that are bringing hope to people around the world. The cost of the meeting is $20 and includes either lunch or dinner.

Morning Session - RSVP Here
Evening Session - RSVP Here

Paula is the author of 40 Gifts of Hope, editor of Imitation of Christ for the Sick and Suffering, and recently released her new Bible study titled Rediscovering Hope, a powerful guide to healing and faith. In 2024, she spoke to 60,000 people at the National Eucharistic Congress.

Paula lives in Atlanta with her husband, Dr. Serge Sautre, a chiropractor, and their five children. She now hosts Gifts of Hope on EWTN, sharing life-changing stories of faith and redemption.

Learn more at paulaspeaker.com.

Join fellow parishioners on Sunday, January 11, for a parish breakfast hosted by Holy Spirit’s Knights of Columbus. 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 $8 per adult, $5 per child, or a family of 5+ is $25.

For recent centuries, historians and critics have considered literature as one of the defining products of a culture. But how should we read and interpret the literary work?

Ben Johnson (1572-1637), in his poem “To The Memory of My Beloved, the Author Mr. William Shakespeare”, finds the man and the work inseparable. Centuries later, the French philosopher Michel Foucault (1926-1984), in his essay “What is an Author?”, contests the binding of the author to the art work.

Come join the next meeting of the Great Books Discussion Group on Thursday, January 8, at 7:00 PM in McDonough Hall, Side B, to explore these opposing views of literature. Subsequent meetings will be held monthly with selections from the Great Books Foundation series. For more information, please contact Patrick Carey at 770-241-2511.

Join Women of the Word as they study the book, Reclaiming Friendship. In this Walking with Purpose Bible study, you will discover God's plan through Scripture for lasting and abiding friendships. Gain understanding of what it means that God created each of us in His image, and let God help you learn how to cultivate lifelong bonds of true friendship.  

Order online either from Walking With Purpose or from Amazon.

Tuesdays, beginning January 20
9:00 AM to 10:30 AM in McDonough Hall
Register at hsccatl.com/RSVP
 
Women of the Word (WOW), through personal study and small group discussion, provides a place for the women of Holy Spirit Catholic Church (and beyond) to gather in prayer and fellowship while helping each other learn God's truth as written in Holy Scripture.  WOW meets on Tuesday mornings from 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM.  Registration on the parish website is required, and all are welcome!

The Sandy Springs and Dunwoody Community Assistance Center (CAC) provides food to help many of the 9,500 individuals in Sandy Springs and Dunwoody needing CAC support to feed themselves and prevent homelessness during these financially difficult times.

During last January’s and June’s CAC Food Drive, HSCC parishioners donated over 3,000 lbs of food! Our next commitment to support CAC is January 1 - 31. Donation locations also providing the list of food items needed will be in the (1) Narthex, (2) entrance area to St. Mary’s Chapel and (3) entrance area to HSP Preschool. Thank you, in advance, for your kindness and desire to help those in need. 

Parish drivers are welcome, even for one pick up in January and/or June each year. Contact Kate Cotterman, Director of Volunteers, kallen@hsccatl.com to sign up as a driver. 

 

Food List

• Baking Products (cake/brownie/muffin mixes, flour, sugar, oil)
• Beans (dry black)
• Broth
• Canned Fruit
• Canned Meats (chicken, tuna, ham, etc.)
• Canned Vegetables (corn, sweet peas, mixed)
• Canned Tomatoes (diced, whole, sauce)
• Canned Pastas
• Cereal / Oatmeal
• Dry or Evaporated Milk
• Jelly
• Jell-O or Pudding Mix
• Macaroni & Cheese
• Meal Helpers
• Meat Entrees (canned chili, beef stew, chicken & dumplings, Hormel Completes)
• Pasta (any kind)
• Peanut Butter
• Potatoes (instant)
• Pork & Beans
• Rice
• Soup
• Snacks (crackers, cookies)
• Spaghetti Sauce

 Toiletries

• Diapers (medium, large, xl; sizes 5 and 6)
• Deodorant
• Disposable Razors
• Feminine Products
• Shampoo
• Soap
• Toothbrushes
• Toothpaste
• Toilet Paper

As we celebrate the feast of the Epiphany, we remember the Magi who brought gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh—acts of love, generosity, and recognition of God’s presence. At St. Vincent de Paul, we see that same spirit in action every day. Thanks to your generosity, we too can bring gifts—groceries, relief, and hope—to our neighbors in need.

We invite you to join us to serve, grow in faith, and form meaningful friendships. Our first meeting of the new year is on Tuesday, January 6, at 6:30 PM (fellowship) and 7:00 PM (meeting) in the lower level of the parish admininistration building.

Or email 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. Classes will resume on January 4.

January 4 - The Divine Maternity: Why Mary is Truly the Mother of God - Dr. Andrew McGovern

January 25 - Doctors of the Church and Everyday Life - What We Can Learn from the Spirituality of St. Francis de Sales and St. Thomas Aquinas - Alycia Murtha

February 1 - Discerning the Spirits: Recognizing the Voice of God - Oswaldo (Ozzie) Franco

February 8 - Entering the Desert: Living Lent with Purpose - Deacon Bill McCarthy

February 22 - The Sorrowful Mysteries: Meeting Jesus in Our Own Suffering - Heather Triggs

March 1 - Discerning the Spirits: Applying the Rules of Discernment - Oswaldo (Ozzie) Franco

March 8 - A Catholic Perspective on Sex and Gender Ideology: Origins, Challenges, and Our Response - Thomas Gaines

March 15 - Holy Saturday: Embracing the Silence Between Death and Resurrection - Heather Triggs

March 22 - Who Do You Say That I Am? Exploring the Four Names of Jesus - Andrew McGovern

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

All children who are preparing to receive the Sacrament of First Communion in May 2026 and their parents are required to attend the Family Reconciliation Retreat on Saturday, January 10, from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM, in McDonough Hall. Contact Aimee McDonald for additional information.