2023 09-24 Come and Enjoy the 2023 Fall Parish Picnic!
Next Sunday afternoon we will have our Annual Fall Parish Family Picnic. It will take place from 1 pm to 4 pm on the Holy Redeemer School soccer field, weather permitting. We invite you to join us as we come together as a family of faith. There will be plenty of free food and drinks…
2023 09-09 We Shall Never Forget
This Monday marks the 22nd anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. We as a nation recall the tragic deaths and injuries that occurred at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and on the fields of Shanksville, Pennsylvania. We also remember the firefighters, police, and others who gave their lives or who were…
2023 09-03 We honor this day of prayer as we honor those who labor in the spirit of Jesus, St. Joseph, and St. Benedict.
This Monday, as a nation, we celebrate Labor Day, and we honor all those who labor for a living. We are encouraged to thank them for their service to their families, and for their service to all those who benefit from their efforts. As we know, prayer and work go hand in hand. Therefore, we…
2023 08-28 Enhance the Spiritual Vitality of You and Your Family, and our Community
God has blessed each of us with a unique set of gifts, skills, talents, and resources so we can play a special role in building up the Kingdom of God here on earth. Many of us are busy people who want to assist in some way at our parish, while balancing family, work, and other…
2023 08-13 “The Immaculate Virgin, preserved free from all stain of original sin.. taken up body and soul..”” –
This Tuesday, August 15th, we celebrate the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Our Catechism states that “…the Immaculate Virgin, preserved free from all stain of original sin, when the course of her earthly life was finished, was taken up body and soul into heavenly glory, and exalted by the Lord as Queen over all…
2023 08-05 Active Participation in Mass
Our Holy Father Pope Francis often speaks about the importance of Sunday Mass. He emphasizes the need for our active participation in the Mass, including, when appropriate, the reception of the Eucharist. He reminds us that we are not called to observe; we are called to participate in the mystery of the passion, death, and…
2013 07-30 Eucharistic Adoration drives the Spiritual Vitality of our Faith Community
We strongly encourage participation in Eucharistic Adoration, which drives the spiritual vitality of our faith community. It has enhanced and strengthened the spiritual life of many of our parishioners and visitors. The media publication, “Fully Catholic” stated, “…we get to realize that indeed the Lord is Himself present in the Blessed Sacrament. In Eucharistic Adoration,…
2023 07-23 Your continued support is needed for Archdiocesan Annual Appeal
At this time, we are in the midst of the Archbishop’s Annual Appeal for 2023. The theme of the Appeal is “Do This in Memory of Me.” The Archdiocese has recently sent reminder notices urging parishioners to support the Appeal. Catholics are invited to make a significant pledge so we can meet the spiritual, educational…
2023 07-16 “When the deacon comes to serve, he must empty himself from all selfish concerns. …”
The Catholic Church provides an opportunity for men to serve as Permanent Deacons. Those men who are called to the Permanent Deaconate can be married, and they are ordained usually after a rigorous period of five years of training and formation. Many permanent deacons have secular jobs to support their families, and strive to balance…
2023 07-9 We welcome Fr. “Young” Dung Nguyen to Saint Brigid as a priest in residence.
We welcome Fr. “Young” Dung Nguyen to Saint Brigid as a priest in residence. Fr. Young has been asked by Bishop Tran to coordinate the establishment of a Catholic mission primarily for the Vietnamese community in Northwest Georgia. He has served as a priest in the Archdiocese of Atlanta for many years in various capacities…
2023 07-02 Independence Day – Freedom remains one of America’s most precious possessions.
This Tuesday we celebrate the Fourth of July, Independence Day. On this day, we remember and appreciate in a special way the birth of our nation. As citizens, we continue to live in difficult and uncertain times, and there is much division and conflict in our nation. Much of this division and conflict is reported…
2023 06-25 Seminarian Anthony Carosone
Our Holy Father Pope Francis has called on the Church community to foster and nurture vocations to the priesthood, diaconate, and religious life. He noted that vocations grow within the Church, and stated, “Candidates gratefully contemplate the mediation of the community as an essential element for their future. They learn to know and to love…
2023 06-18 Inspire Our Father’s with Your love and help them to fulfill Your holy law.
This Sunday we celebrate Father’s Day and we remember in a special way all that fathers do for their children. Being a father is a great privilege and also a great responsibility. Fathers are challenged to set a good example for their children and to help prepare them for their lives as adults. This is…
2023 06-11 The Devotion of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
This Sunday we celebrate the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, and we focus on our devotion to the Eucharist. This devotion was certainly shared by Saint Pope John Paul II. Shortly before his death, as he celebrated the Mass of the Lord’s Supper, Pope John Paul stated that…
2023 06-4 Welcome Seminarian Mark Piendel
Our Holy Father Pope Francis has called on the Church community to foster and nurture vocations to the priesthood, diaconate, and religious life. He noted that vocations grow within the Church, and stated, “Candidates gratefully contemplate the mediation of the community as an essential element for their future. They learn to know and to love…
2023 05-28 Remember those in the Military who have Given their Lives for Freedoms we Enjoy
This Sunday we celebrate the great feast of Pentecost. We witness on this day the fulfillment of the promise of Jesus to send the Holy Spirit upon His Apostles. The Holy Spirit will transform the lives of these Apostles. These frightened men who abandoned Jesus at His Passion will be transformed into bold witnesses who…
2023 05-21 We Congratulate our Graduates.
Especially at this time of the year, we remember our loved ones and friends who are graduating from various levels of education. They have persevered through many years of study, and difficult challenging times. Since the health environment has been gradually improving, most graduation exercises can take place in person and we can be present…
2023 05-14 We wish all mothers a happy, healthy, and Holy Mother’s Day.
This Sunday is Mother’s Day, and families often gather together on this day to remember and honor their mothers in a special way. Many people take time to reflect on how much mothers do for their families and the many sacrifices they make on behalf of their spouse, children, and other loved ones. As often…
2023 05-07 First Holy Communion
Next Saturday, many of the children in our faith community will make their First Holy Communion at Saint Brigid. They will share with us the fullness of the Lord’s Supper for the first time as their parents and other loved ones watch proudly as these children, with great devotion, take this important step on their…
2023 04-29 St. Peregrine Provides Comfort for those with Cancer.
Many of us know someone who is struggling with some form of cancer. It has affected many of our parishioners and their loved ones. As we know, cancer can be a debilitating disease and can impact people of all ages. There are many different types of cancer. Among the more common types are breast cancer,…
2023 04-22 The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick
The Catholic Church offers healing through the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick, one of the seven sacraments. It is the proper sacrament for those Catholics whose health is seriously impaired by sickness. It is administered by the priest on behalf of the whole community and should be celebrated with members of the faith…
2023 04-16 “The Graces of His Mercy are Greater than the Stains of our Sins.”
This Sunday we celebrate the Sunday of Divine Mercy. As reported in the media publication, the “National Catholic Register”, Pope Francis encouraged everyone to remember the moments in their lives when they have experienced God’s forgiveness and the joy and peace that God’s forgiveness brings. He stated, “Brothers and sisters, let us think of all…
2023 04-09 Let Us Celebrate Easter with Christ. He is Alive!
Today we celebrate Easter Sunday and the Resurrection of Jesus. In an Easter message, as reported by the media outlet “Catholic News Agency”, Our Holy Father, Pope Francis stated that we are called “… to experience the risen Christ and to share the experience with others; to roll away the stone from the tomb where…
2023 04-02 Focus on Following the Way of Christ During this Special Time of Grace.
This Sunday we celebrate Palm Sunday and focus on the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. Palms are blessed and distributed to the faithful on this day to be used for personal devotion throughout the year. Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week during which we commemorate the Passion, Death, and Resurrection of Jesus….
2023 03-26 The Sacrament of Marriage is “…an irrevocable gift, a source of grace which we can always count on.” .. Pope Francis
Next Saturday, Bishop Tran will celebrate a special Mass at Saint Brigid honoring those couples in the Archdiocese of Atlanta celebrating their 50th or 60th Marriage Anniversary. This will be his first visit to Saint Brigid since his recent appointment as Auxiliary Bishop of Atlanta. The goals of Catholic marriage are the procreation and education…
2023 03-12 The Great Apostle of Ireland
Next Friday we celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day. Saint Patrick joins Saint Brigid as one of the patron saints of Ireland. Major parades take place in cities such as New York, Savannah, and Atlanta celebrating the life of Saint Patrick, and his contributions to the Catholic faith and to Irish culture. It is a special day…
2023 03-05 Stations of the Cross
During the season of Lent, Our Holy Father, Pope Francis, invites us to enter more fully into the spirit of sacrifice, renewal, and repentance. We can engage in prayer, almsgiving, and fasting if we are physically able, and also avail ourselves of the Sacrament of Reconciliation. In addition, we may embrace this invitation in various…
2023 02-26 Join Us for the Lenten Parish Mission and Avail Yourself of this Special Time of Grace.
This week we will offer a Lenten Parish Mission on Monday, February 27th, and Tuesday, February 28th. A Parish Mission can provide an opportunity for spiritual growth as we strive to renew and strengthen our relationship with the Lord. The Mission will be presented by Fr. Herald J. Brock of the Franciscan Friars of the…
2023 02-19 We Begin our Lenten Journey
This Wednesday, February 22nd, in the Church year is Ash Wednesday. It is a day of fasting and abstinence. Guidelines concerning fasting and abstinence are included in our Parish bulletin and on our Parish website. Ash Wednesday derives its name from the practice of placing ashes on the foreheads of people as a reminder of…
2023 02-12 “Do This in Memory of Me”, the Archbishop’s Annual Appeal
As a parish community, we are blessed to be a part of the vibrant Archdiocese of Atlanta. The Archdiocese shares in the mission of the universal Church . One way it does this is through the Archbishop’s Annual Appeal. Next weekend we initiate discussion of the Archbishop’s Annual Appeal for 2023 at our Masses. The…