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Parish Picnic Volunteers Needed
Our 75th Anniversary Parish Picnic is just around the corner, and we want this celebration to bring our entire OLA family together! Ashley Aglialoro and the Community Life Ministry have been working hard to create an amazing event for our parish. We hope the picnic will bring the same sense of joy, community, and parish spirit that we experienced at our 75th de Mayo celebration and the Run to Church. These events have shown us how much fun it is when our OLA family comes toge
Sep 11 min read


Welcome Dillon Price, Our Pastoral Year Seminarian
We are pleased to welcome Dillon Price, a seminarian of the Archdiocese of Atlanta, who will join our parish next week for his pastoral year. This important stage of seminary formation gives Dillon the opportunity to experience the daily life of a parish, serve alongside our clergy and staff, and grow in his pastoral ministry through prayer, service, and relationships with our parish and schools community. ==================== I’m Dillon Price, your pastoral year seminarian!
Aug 303 min read


Flag Football & Basketball Registration Open
Enroll using the links below. Girls 5th-8th Flag Football (Fall 2026 – Enrollment ends 9/20 OLA 3rd - 8th Basketball (Winter 2026) – Enrollment ends 9/20 To go to Catholic Metro Sports now,click here.
Aug 221 min read


Christmas Ornament Design Contest
Theme: Mary | Deadline: Monday, October 12th Help us continue our year-long celebration of our parish’s 75th Anniversary by entering our Christmas Ornament Design Contest! Open to any student in 1st grade through high school, students are invited to create an original, hand-drawn design featuring Mary (no computer-generated designs will be accepted). The winning design will be featured on a 3-inch ceramic commemorative ornament that will be sold parish-wide in December. The
Aug 221 min read


Join the Snax Sax Ministry
A Ministry for Middle and High School Youth We are excited to announce that our Snax Sax Ministry has begun packing snax sax for two local elementary schools. The teen leaders have worked with the elementary school staff who are identifying at- risk children who may not have sufficient food outside of school hours. Each week - mostly on Sunday afternoons - during the school year, Middle and High School volunteers pack decorated brown bags with nutritious food that are deliver
Aug 221 min read


Volunteers Needed for Upcoming Events
Snax Sax: A Service Ministry for Middle/High School Youth We pack bags of food to go home with students on the weekend because they often depend on school-provided meals, which are not available on the weekends. Please consider donating or volunteering for a session. We appreciate your support! Sign your child up to serve and/or financially support our efforts. Donations go toward purchasing the food. https://schedule.planhero.com/events/a1105d8fb/snax-sax-sign-up We will beg
Aug 82 min read


Join the St. Cecilia Choir!
The OLA Music Ministry invites all adults to join the Music Ministry in preparing for the upcoming St. Cecilia Concert on Saturday, November 14th! Rehearsals take place on Wednesdays from 6:30pm-8:00pm in the choir room. The more singers we can get, the more we can accomplish! Come give it a try; this is a friendly, educational ministry that will welcome you wherever you are at in your music journey. Contact Jake Mappes at jmappes@olachurch.org for more information or with an
Aug 11 min read


Preparación Sacramental: Primera Reconciliación y Primera Comunión
El camino hacia los sacramentos de la Eucaristía y la Reconciliación no es solo para los niños: ¡es una fiesta y un compromiso para toda la familia! Queremos acompañar, guiar y animar a los papás a renovar la promesa que hicieron en el Bautismo de sus hijos: ser los primeros educadores en la fe. Por eso, nuestro programa incluye encuentros especiales tanto para los niños como para sus padres. Datos clave que debes saber: * ¿Cuándo nos reunimos? De septiembre a mayo, los dom
Jul 301 min read


Familias Formando Discípulos (FFD)
Familias Formando Discípulos es una experiencia pensada especialmente para compartir en familia. Nos reunimos los domingos en persona para nutrir la vida espiritual tanto de los papás como de los niños, creciendo juntos como la Iglesia Doméstica a la que Dios nos llama a ser. ¿Cuál es el tema de este año? «¿Cuál es "la" historia? La Palabra de Dios y nuestra respuesta» Este año nos embarcaremos en un viaje fascinante para conocer la Historia de la Salvación a través de la Bib
Jul 301 min read


Volverse Católico: Invitación a la Fe
¿Sientes que Jesús te llama a una relación más cercana con Él? ¿Está usted o alguien que conoce interesado en unirse a la Iglesia Católica? ¿Has estado fuera y quieres volver a la iglesia, pero no sabes cómo? ¿Tiene un familiar o un amigo no católico que quisiera saber más sobre la fe católica? ¿Fuiste bautizado pero no recibiste la Primera Comunión o la Confirmación? El Orden de la Iniciación Cristiana de Adultos (OCIA) es una jornada maravillosa para la pertenencia y la par
Jul 262 min read


Youth Ministry: A New Year Begins!
I am so excited for the year ahead in OLA Youth Ministry! As we say a grateful farewell to Isabel, I'll be stepping in to lead all of our youth programs — Edge, Life Teen, and Kids Club. It's an honor to walk alongside your family in this next chapter. Our heart behind everything we do is simple: helping our kids and teens build and grow in their relationship with Jesus and His Church. Whether it's a Sunday night gathering, a service project, or just time together in fellowsh
Jul 181 min read


First Reconciliation & Eucharist Preparation
Preparation for First Reconciliation and First Eucharist take place within your child's faith formation program, with the sacrament celebrated after at least one year of faith formation in second grade or later. Learn more: www.olachurch.org/eucharist-prep Registration closes August 15th. Questions? Email Anna Sartori, Family Faith Formation Coordinator, at asartori@olachurch.org.
Jul 181 min read


Families Forming Disciples (K-5th Grade)
Families Forming Disciples (FFD) is a family-centered faith formation program, designed to help families grow in faith through formation and community. Each month, families gather for a formation session, continue learning at home, and meet in small groups to share and build relationships. Participation in FFD fulfills the faith formation requirements for First Reconciliation and First Eucharist. Registration closes August 15th. Learn more: www.olachurch.org/ffd Questions? Em
Jul 181 min read


Celebrate the Solemnity of the Assumption with Us
Join us as our parish family celebrates our 75th commemoration of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary! Tour of the Church Tuesday, August 11th at 7pm in the Church Our parish history is rich, as is the great theological symbolism into practically every aspect of our church building. Join us to learn of the theological, historical, quirky, and fun details of our Church! Tours last approximately 1-1/2 hours and are suitable for folks aged 8 to 108! (This tour is geared to
Jun 192 min read


Introducing the Snax Sax Ministry
A Ministry for Middle and High School Youth We are excited to announce the formation of the Snax Sax ministry by two young ladies who want to help their neighbors and provide a meaningful service opportunity for the youth of OLA. Snax Sax is a local ministry that partners with local elementary schools whose staff identify at- risk children who may not have sufficient food outside of school hours. Each week during the school year, Middle and High School volunteers pack decorat
Jun 191 min read


Parish Prayer List Changes
You’ve likely noticed that our parish prayer list has continued to grow, taking up more space i n the bulletin and making it difficult to keep up with the changing prayer needs of our community. To better serve our parish and ensure we are more aware of current prayer requests, beginning with the June 21st bulletin we will be making some changes. The names currently on the prayer list will be transferred to a Parish Prayer Book, which will be kept in the parish office. This w
Jun 71 min read


Summer of Service
The Parish Engagement Council invites you to participate in it's first annual Summer of Service. The Summer of Service initiative offers volunteer opportunities for all ages to stay actively involved in church life throughout the summer. Through a variety of service projects, parishioners will have the opportunity to serve our community, grow in fellowship, and share the love and Word of God through acts of faith and compassion. We are currently offering five Volunteer O
May 302 min read


We Hold These Truths
Consecration of the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus On June 11, 2026, as part of the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. bishops will consecrate the United States of America to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Parishes around the country are encouraged to join the bishops in celebrating the consecration of our nation to the Sacred Heart. Novena to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Prayer to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Mo
May 291 min read


Consolidation of Campus Facilities Responsibilities
The Campus Director of Facilities is a newly established position created to consolidate all campus facility responsibilities for the parish, school, and preschool under one unified leadership role. The Director oversees the operation, maintenance, safety, and long-term care of all OLA campus facilities, equipment, and grounds — including the church, parish hall, parish offices, rectory, gym, school buildings, and preschool facilities. This role supervises the maintenance
May 262 min read


Fall Athletics Registration Open
Early bird special registrations for the OLA Fall 2026 Soccer & Volleyball Programs end tomorrow May 20th. Enroll using the links below. OLA - PreK & K Soccer (Fall 2026) OLA - U7-U14 Soccer (Fall 2026) OLA 5th-8th Girls Volleyball (Fall 2026) CMVLHS - High School Girls Volleyball (Fall 2026) Cross Country Registration Coming Soon
May 201 min read
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