Our Lady Of LaSalette (Archdiocese of Atlanta)

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Our Lady of LaSalette
City:

Canton, GA

Website: http://lasalettecanton.com/
Email:

info@lasalettecanton.com

Our Lady of LaSalette is in Georgia (United States) and is part of the Archdiocese of Atlanta.

It is dedicated to Our Lady of LaSalette.

Location

It is located at 2941 Sam Nelson Rd, Canton, GA 30114.

Our Lady of LaSalette
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[[Category:Archdiocese of Atlanta]]

History

Our Lady of LaSalette Parish in Canton, Georgia, was established as a mission in 1969, serving the Catholics in Cherokee and Pickens counties. Initially, Mass was celebrated in a Georgia Power building before a new church was dedicated in 1977. The mission was elevated to parish status on September 16, 1984, by Archbishop Thomas A. Donnellan. Over the years, the parish has seen significant growth, with the number of families increasing from 12 in 1969 to about 420 households by 2009. The parish has been led by various pastors, with notable contributions from the Missionaries of Our Lady of LaSalette. It celebrated its Silver Jubilee in 2009, marking 25 years as a parish. The parish also has a history of serving a diverse community, including a significant Hispanic population.[1][2][3]

Special features

  • Heritage and Mission: Reflects the La Salette mission of reconciliation, inspired by the apparition of the Virgin Mary at La Salette, France in 1846.
  • Cultural Diversity: The parish has a notable Hispanic community, celebrating various cultural and religious traditions.
  • Community Engagement: Known for its active community involvement and parish activities, fostering a strong sense of community among its members.
  • Architectural Significance: The church is located in a scenic part of Cherokee County, providing a serene environment for worship.

Related parishes

  • Our Lady of the Mountains, Jasper, GA
  • St. Francis of Assisi, Cartersville, GA

References

  1. ↑ Our Lady of LaSalette, Canton | Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Atlanta | Atlanta, GA - archatl.com. [1]
  2. ↑ Our Lady of La Salette | Discover Mass - discovermass.com. [2]
  3. ↑ 2009 A Jubilee Year In Canton, Jasper, Lithonia - Georgia Bulletin - georgiabulletin.org. [3]
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