Events Around the Archdiocese

Pregnancy Aid Clinic — Evening for Life Gala

Sunday, October 11, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Georgia Aquarium Oceans Ballroom

Join us on Sunday, October 11, from 5 PM–9 PM at the Georgia Aquarium’s Oceans Ballroom for An Evening for Life, Pregnancy Aid Clinic’s annual gala. This inspiring event will bring together friends and supporters committed to providing compassionate, life-affirming care to women and families facing unexpected pregnancies. Keynote speaker Matt Birk will share a powerful message of hope and life. He is a Super Bowl champion, Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year, national pro-life advocate, member of the Knights of Columbus, and father of eight. Tickets and sponsorships are on sale now! For more information, contact Senior Major Gifts Officer Carolina Gomez at 678-557-4637 or cgomez@pregnancyaidclinic.org, or visit pregnancyaidclinic.org.

31st Annual White Mass for Medical Professionals

Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 8:30 AM

Catholic Medical Professionals of Metro Atlanta: you are invited to the 31st Annual White Mass, which is occurring Saturday, October 17, 2026 from 8:30 - 9:30 AM. Immediately after Mass, breakfast will be served and we will be joined by Dr. Wes Ely to hear him speak on "The Image of God: Experiencing Enlightenment at the Bedside." We aim to build community and support within the metro Atlanta area for all Catholic medical professionals, and hope you can join us in worship and fellowship!

What God Has Joined Retreat

Wednesday, October 28 - Friday, October 30, 2026 | Archdiocese of Atlanta Chancery in Smyrna, GA

Join us for the third annual "What God Has Joined" retreat at the Archdiocese of Atlanta Chancery in Smyrna, GA beginning Wednesday October 28 and ending Friday, October 30. The retreat brings together separated and divorced Catholics from all over the United States and is an opportunity to grow closer to Christ, connect with other retreatants, and learn more about what it means to be in a covenant relationship, even after separation or divorce. Mass, confession, adoration, meals, and fellowship are key offerings of the retreat. Learn more at: https://catholicsformarriagerestoration.com/retreat-2026/.

PATH’s Next Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat

November 6 – 8, 2026

Register now for PATH’s next Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat.

It takes courage to reach out for help, especially regarding an abortion or multiple abortions. You are not alone. Start where you are—you’re so worth it. No heart is too broken to be healed. For more information, call or text our confidential number at 404-717-5557, email programdirector@pathatl.com, or visit www.healingafterabortion.org.

Marriage Encounter Weekend

Friday - Sunday, Nov 6 - 8, 2026 | SpringHill Suites Suwanee Johns Creek - Suwanee, GA

Join thousands of couples who’ve rediscovered connection through Worldwide Marriage Encounter. This isn’t just a retreat—it’s a renewal. Give your marriage the gift of presence, purpose, and deeper understanding.  A peaceful weekend away, designed for couples who want more. Early registration is encouraged—spaces fill quickly. For details and to sign up, visit: www.wwme.org. Your love story deserves this moment.

Life-Giving Wounds

Saturday, November 7, 2026 | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Life-Giving Wounds is offering three separate one-day retreats during the 2026 calendar year for young adults and adults with divorced or separated parents. Each retreat gives participants a greater understanding of the wound of divorce and the ways it affects their lives, offers advice about the difficulties concerning love and trust of others, and explains how the Catholic faith, spiritual practices and the sacraments are essential to self-knowledge and healing. To register and for more information (dates, times, and locations), please visit http://tiny.cc/lgw_atlanta.

Archbishop Hartmayer's Homily from the Mass of Dedication of Adoration Chapel & Altar in the Church

View the video here.