As a parish family, we are called to support one another and strengthen the mission of Holy Spirit. Your 2026 pledge is an act of faith, gratitude, and love for our community. Please make your pledge online at hsccatl.com/giving. Every gift is used wisely and with great care to support our parish family and its ministries. Please contact Debbie Slinkard or Marcia Palcher at 404-252-4513 with questions. Thank you for your generosity, which helps us share Christ’s love and remain a community where all are welcomed and supported.

Honor or remember your loved one(s) by contributing to the flowers for our Altar this Christmas. You may either use the form on the back page of the bulletin or our Christmas flower webpage. The deadline to make your purchase is Monday, December 1.

If you currently have a Hallow premium subscription and would like to renew, our Hallow Parish Partnership is offering a 50% discount on a premium subscription annually for the duration of our partnership. In order to redeem this, follow these instructions:

• Cancel your current Hallow subscription by opening your Hallow app.
• Go to the “Me” tab > Settings > Subscription > Cancel my Subscription.
• Go to Hallow.com/redeem and then enter in the code: ExpansionSub50 and follow the steps to get your discount.

Enjoy your Hallow premium subscription, and don’t forget to join our Holy Spirit’s community page on Hallow!

• Open the Hallow app
• Go to the community tab at the bottom of your screen
• Select “Join a Church” and search for Holy Spirit Catholic Church by name or by entering 30327 as the zip code.
• Start praying with the parish!

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Aimee McDonald at  or Kim Schulman in the parish office.

Holy Spirit is proud to support #iGiveCatholic again this year, benefiting our St. Vincent de Paul Conference. As calls for help rise with layoffs and soaring living costs, your gift keeps lights on, rent paid, cupboards full — and hope alive. 

Early giving begins November 17 and continues through Giving Tuesday, December 2.  Donate online via our parish website or socials and make a real difference.

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

Join your parish family at 6:30 PM on Wednesday, November 19, in McDonough Hall for our next Wednesday Night Dinner. Celebrate a pre-Thanksgiving meal with your parish family as we "Give Thanks" together as volunteers from the Women of the Word ministry serve a delicious dinner prepared by C. Parks Catering & Events. The menu features:  mixed bluegrass salad, fried turkey with gravy, cornbread dressing, mashed potatoes, sweet potato soufflé with toasted meringue top, homemade cranberry sauce, oven roasted root vegetables, green bean casserole, rolls, chocolate pumpkin bars, and apple crisp with cinnamon whipped cream! The best part is NO COOKING for you! The cost is $15 for adults and $10 for children under 12. There is a family maximum fee of $35 for families with children. Bottles of San Pellegrino available for $3 each, and wine is available for a donation. RSVP by 12:00 PM on Tuesday, November 18.

Throughout history, writers, religious thinkers, and ordinary people alike have reflected on the universal theme of death. In this session, we will examine two works: Sara Suleri’s “The Immoderation of Ifat”, a chapter from her first book Meatless Days (1953– ), and David Sedaris’s essay “Now We Are Five” (1956– ). Both pieces explore how the act of retelling personal loss shapes and transforms the storyteller.

The Great Books Discussion Group will meet on Thursday, November 13, at 7:00 PM in Malta Hall. Subsequent meetings will be held monthly, with selections from the Great Books Foundation series. Contact Patrick Carey at 770-241-2511 for further information.

Holy Spirit Catholic Church joyfully celebrates longtime parishioner Heather Triggs, who will profess her fifth vows of poverty, celibate chastity, and obedience in the Secular Institute of St. Francis de Sales on November 8 in Philadelphia. With this profession, Heather will be fully incorporated into the Institute and begin her new role as Group Directress for the United States.

Our parish has been blessed by Heather’s leadership in Youth Ministry, her involvement in vocation and young adult ministries, and her joyful presence in our community. This milestone, known as the Fifth Consecration renewal, marks her deepened commitment of love and service to God and His people.

 

All parishioners are invited to a Mass of Thanksgiving on Saturday, November 15, at 12:30 PM in the Church, followed by a reception in the lower level meeting room of the parish office. RSVP online.

Please join us to welcome parishioner Dr. Christina Paul for an enlightening and encouraging program on Monday, November 10, at 11:30 AM and 6:00 PM in McDonough Hall.  Dr. Paul will focus on ways to empower us to take control of our own health highlighting the top five healthy habits to adopt or continue.  She’ll address the root causes of common symptoms—such as fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, and hormone imbalances—rather than just managing them.

Key takeaways include:

• Understanding why many people still feel ‘off’ despite normal blood test results
• How to pinpoint and correct hidden imbalances in hormones, digestion, and metabolism
• Practical steps to increase energy, improve cognitive function, and promote long-term vitality
• Cutting through conflicting health advice to find a sustainable, science-backed approach to well-being

Plus, we’ll have an opportunity for questions and answers. The cost is $20 and includes either lunch or dinner.

 

RSVP for the Morning Session

RSVP for the Evening Session

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.
 
Holy Spirit's Women's Club will conduct an in-person service event on Wednesday, November 19, and collect toiletries for their food pantry from October - April.

Service Event - November 19
For our service event, we will sort items for their food pantry on Northwood Drive. We need a total of 10 volunteers, comprised 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 November through April
2.  Order via Amazon wishlist

3.  Donate monetarily, directly to CAC: https://ourcac.org/donate-online/ (by choosing One Time or Ongoing gift, Click on Dedicate This Gift, Choose In Honor Of and put Holy Spirit Catholic Church Women’s Club).

Questions? Please contact Kelly O'Connor.

The Women’s Club invites all Women of the Parish to join us for a Cookie Exchange, hosted by Barbara Williams on Thursday, November 20, 5:00 to 7:00 PM.  Before the busyness of Thanksgiving begins, come enjoy fellowship, friendship and delicious cookies! It's a time to gather in gratitude and community.

 

Bring 4 dozen of your favorite homemade cookies to share. Include a copy of your recipe to exchange with others. Bring a container to take home an assortment of cookies baked by friends. Light refreshments will be served as we share the delicious cookies. Barbara Williams’ address is: 245 Inland Ridge Way, Atlanta, Georgia 30342. RSVP if you will attend.

All Women are invited to a special Advent by Candlelight Dinner on Wednesday, December 3, at 6:30 PM in McDonough Hall. Immerse in the Advent spirit with beautifully themed table decorations and a catered dinner. The cost is $20. RSVP if you will attend. Volunteers are needed to serve as table hosts to help decorate the tables. Let us know when you RSVP if you'd like to help.

While we enjoy a lovely dinner by candlelight, all participants will be treated to a program led by Holy Spirit parishioner and sacred art enthusiast Nancy Ewing. Nancy will focus exclusively on the beauty of the second joyful mystery – the Visitation. Mary’s visit to her cousin Elizabeth is well represented in art through the ages, and Nancy will open our eyes to that event’s holy messages.

We are now enrolling for the Easter 2026 session of our Order of Christian Initiation (OCIA) program which will begin on Sunday, January 4, and conclude on Sunday, May 17, with reception into full communion with the Roman Catholic Church at the Easter Vigil Mass on Saturday, April 4. The class meets on Sunday mornings in the parish office building from 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM, with Mass offered either before or after at 8:30 AM or 11:30 AM. The class will not meet on MLK, Easter, or Mother’s Day weekends. A nominal fee of $35 is required to register for the course; this fee helps offset the costs of books and other materials.

 

Because acceptance into the program requires pastoral approval, prospective OCIA participants should begin gathering sacramental documents now, including, if applicable, certificates of baptism and marriage. Remote and in-person interviews with participants are now being held; please e-mail Dr. David King to arrange registration. The deadline for registration is Sunday, December 14.

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 Fall.

November 16 - What Christian Freedom Really Means - Deacon McCarthy

December 7 - St. Francis of Assisi: The Most Admired & Least Imitated Saint - Deacon McCarthy

December 14 - Nativity Narratives - Deacon Steve Demko

Our Christmas Angel program is underway, and we invite you to share the spirit of giving with our Latino community this holiday season. 

Before the pandemic, we celebrated with wrapped gifts. Today, out of care and respect, we give cash gifts instead—so parents can choose the perfect presents for their children. Why cash? Because while Santa might know exactly what each child wants, we don’t. By empowering parents to shop for their own families, we give not only joy—but also dignity and grace—to our hermanos y hermanas.

This year, our goal is $35,000, with a suggested gift of $100 per person. Your generosity directly determines how many families we can bless with the magic of Christmas.

 

Donate online at hsccatl.com/christmasangel or in person the weekends of November 23, November 30, and December 7 (cash/check). You may also drop off your contribution at the parish office. All checks should be made payable to Holy Spirit Catholic Church with “Christmas Angel” in the memo line.

Many are surprised to learn that right here in 30327 and 30342, there are neighbors struggling to make ends meet. Every day, families face impossible choices—between food, medicine, and rent.

In Georgia, 13% of individuals face food insecurity, and 1 in 5 children go hungry. Over one million households are burdened by housing costs, and 77% of those earning under $50,000 struggle to afford medications. Georgia ranks 2nd in the nation for uninsured residents.

Sometimes, all it takes is one unexpected expense—a car repair, fewer work hours, or a medical bill—to push a family into crisis. Thank you for helping us bring hope and stability to our neighbors in need. Want to get involved? Email svdp@hsccatl.com.

The Homeless Ministry at Holy Spirit Catholic Church provides nourishment and support to homeless men who stay overnight in the basement of the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception downtown. The shelter operates during the winter months, from November 1 through March 31. Our ministry serves dinner and provides breakfast and lunch bags on select nights during the shelter season. Members of the ministry prepare food at home, which is then transported and served by volunteers at the Shrine Shelter.

This year we will be covering every Wednesday night during the shelter season. Two of those nights will be the day before Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve, so please be careful when you sign up. The Sign Up Genius page will be shared with everyone who expresses interest in participating. Children are welcome if accompanied by a parent. If you or your family would like to volunteer, please contact Kevin Skedsvold at koskedsvold@rhs-law.com to be added to the distribution list.

Members from the Sovereign Military Order of Malta are pleased to announce our 2025 Christmas ornament: Our Lady of the Rosary. These beautiful ornaments are $30 each or $25 each for two or more ornaments. All proceeds will benefit Holy Family Hospital in Bethlehem, located just 1,500 steps away from where Jesus was born. Holy Family Hospital is the premier maternity hospital and newborn critical care center for the Bethlehem region and is the only hospital in the region that can deliver and save babies born before 32 weeks, some weighing as little as one pound.

Orders may be placed online with pick up in the parish office. In person sales will commence during Advent. Thank you, in advance, for your support.

Holy Spirit Prep invites all families interested in a Catholic education for their children to attend one of the school's upcoming Open Houses:

Lower School - Wednesday, November 12 | 9:00–11:00 AM
Upper School - Wednesday, November 19 | 9:00–11:00 AM

For more information, please visit www.holyspiritprep.org.

Are you searching for greater purpose, deeper meaning, and authentic connection in your life? The “Made for More” conference on Saturday, November 22, from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM at the Chancery, 2401 Lake Park Dr., is sponsored by Courage International and the Archdiocese of Atlanta. It is a day-long event on faith, identity, and witness, including men and women with an experience of same-sex attractions who are faithfully - and joyfully - living the call to chastity within the Catholic Church.

The conference features keynote speaker Kim Zember, a missionary, author, and podcast host. Hear from Father John Johnson, pastor of St. Joseph in Macon and chaplain for the Courage Apostolate in Savannah, and from Sam Kerlin, a convert to Catholicism who has wrestled with faith, identity, and purpose. Mass will be offered by Father Mark White, chaplain of Courage and Encourage in the Archdiocese of Atlanta.

Come into a welcoming space of reflection, renewal, and community, especially for young adults navigating the intersection of faith, identity, and purpose. Registration is now open online, and if you feel moved to support the event, donations are being accepted to offset the cost and to support Kim Zember’s apostolate, Boldly Beloved. Don’t miss this opportunity to encounter hope, open your heart to possibility, and remember: you were made for more. For questions or more information, contact the Office of Evangelization and Discipleship at oed@archatl.com or call 404-920-7620.

All Saints Catholic Church is pleased to host the John Paul II Healing Center’s “Redeemed” Conference for men November 21 and 22.

“Redeemed” was created to gather men together to discover God’s design for them through the lens of St. John Paul II’s vision for masculinity. This conference is open to all men 18 years old and older. Learn more or sign up online: jpiihealingcenter.org/event/redeemed-dunwoody-november-2025/. Contact Jessica Keane at All Saints Catholic Church at jessicad@allsaintsdunwoody.org with any questions.