Join members of our Latino Community for a Festival of Flavor and Culture (formerly Taste of Mexico) next Sunday, April 12, from 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM in McDonough Hall. Enjoy fellowship, homemade delicacies and folkloric music.

What is Divine Mercy Sunday?
In 1931, Jesus appeared to Sr. Faustina in Poland and expressed his desire for a feast celebrating his mercy. The Feast of Mercy was to be on the Sunday after Easter.

The Chaplet of Divine Mercy
St. Faustina wrote that Jesus said to her, “At the hour of their death, I defend as My own glory every soul that will say this chaplet; or when others say it for a dying person “ (Divine Mercy in My Soul, no. 811).

The Divine Mercy Chaplet will be prayed in St. Mary’s Chapel on Sunday, April 12:

10:00 AM - English
11:00 AM - English
  2:00 PM - Spanish

We will also have confessions from 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM.

Plenary Indulgences are available:
The Church has made Divine Mercy Sunday an occasion for receiving a plenary indulgence, “the remission before God of the temporal punishment due to sin whose guilt has already been forgiven” (CCC, no. 1471). The plenary indulgence is granted to the faithful under the usual conditions: (Confession, Eucharist, prayer for the intentions of the Pope, and complete detachment from sin, even venial sin). The faithful may either take part in the prayers and devotions held in honor of Divine Mercy in any church or chapel or recite the Our Father and Creed in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament exposed or reserved in the tabernacle, adding a devout prayer to the merciful Lord Jesus.

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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 online if you will attend.

Join the Knights of Columbus next Sunday, April 19, for breakfast after the 7:00 AM, 8:30 AM, and 10:00 AM Masses in McDonough Hall. The cost is $8 per adult, $5 per child, or a family of 5+ is $25.

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.

Parishioner George Levert will be the featured speaker at the Men’s Club meeting on Monday, May 4, at 6:30 PM in McDonough Hall.

An avid photographer and seasoned traveler, George has explored 75 countries, capturing powerful images of cultures around the globe. His work highlights the vivid colors, sacred rituals, and dynamic dance traditions of many indigenous and remote communities. Over the past decade, his journeys have taken him deep into tribal regions across Asia and Africa—experiences he is excited to share with the Holy Spirit Men’s Club.

This promises to be a fascinating evening of storytelling, culture, and visual inspiration. All men of the parish are invited to attend this final Men’s Club gathering before the summer break. Bring a friend! Dinner is $15. RSVP if you will attend. For questions, contact Billy King at billy.king@mac.com.

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!

The Holy Spirit Women’s Club is excited to bring one of Atlanta’s most versatile and experienced makeup artists, Rena Antebi, to our programs on Monday, May 11 – select a session, joining us for lunch in McDonough Hall at 11:30 AM or dinner at 6:30 PM. The cost for either program is $20; RSVP if you will will attend.   

Through her 20+ years of experience at her craft, Rena has found her passion is teaching clients how to apply their own makeup based on their individual needs. She always operates in a no judgment zone and will be working with us to make us feel like the best versions of our beautiful selves.  Rena encourages attendees to bring their existing products, tools, and mirror. One lucky attendee at each session will take home a basket of goodies hand-selected by Faces by Rena along with instructions.

RSVP for Morning Session Here

RSVP for Evening Session Here

The small red barn behind the Church Office is more than a drop-off spot—it’s a simple way Holy Spirit parishioners help neighbors in need. Donations of gently used clothing and household goods support St. Vincent de Paul Georgia Thrift Stores, which help fund programs such as the statewide free pharmacy, food distribution, workforce support, and Motel to Home housing assistance.

Thanks to your generosity, Holy Spirit parishioners donate more than 1,500 pounds of items each week, helping bring hope and stability to families across Georgia.

As you begin your spring cleaning, consider sharing items you no longer need. The SVdP Red Barn behind the Church Office is open 24 hours a day for donations.

Your simple act of giving can make a big difference for a neighbor in need.

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. 

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.