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The '''Archdiocese of Atlanta''', a [[Latin Rite]] [[Archdiocese]], is an active metropolitan see encompassing 69 counties in northern and central [[Georgia (U.S. state)|Georgia]] in the [[United States]]. Established as a diocese in 1956 by [[Pope Pius XII]] and elevated to an archdiocese in 1962, it is led by Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer as of 2020. As the center of the [[Province of Atlanta]], it oversees a vibrant Catholic community of over 1.2 million, with 102 parishes and 15 missions. A notable aspect is its National Catholic Conference on Restorative Justice, hosted in 2025, highlighting its commitment to social justice initiatives. | The '''Archdiocese of Atlanta''', a [[Latin Rite]] [[Archdiocese]], is an active metropolitan see encompassing 69 counties in northern and central [[Georgia (U.S. state)|Georgia]] in the [[United States]]. Established as a diocese in 1956 by [[Pope Pius XII]] and elevated to an archdiocese in 1962, it is led by Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer as of 2020. As the center of the [[Province of Atlanta]], it oversees a vibrant Catholic community of over 1.2 million, with 102 parishes and 15 missions. A notable aspect is its National Catholic Conference on Restorative Justice, hosted in 2025, highlighting its commitment to social justice initiatives.<ref>https://www.facebook.com/archatl/</ref> | ||
{{Diocese | {{Diocese | ||
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==Establishment== | ==Establishment== | ||
The Archdiocese of Atlanta was established as the Diocese of Atlanta on July 2, 1956, by [[Pope Pius XII]], separating 71 counties in northern [[Georgia (U.S. state)|Georgia]] from the [[Diocese of Savannah]]. It was elevated to an archdiocese on February 10, 1962, becoming the metropolitan see for the [[Province of Atlanta]], which includes [[Georgia (U.S. state)|Georgia]], [[North Carolina]], and [[South Carolina]].<ref>{{cite web |url=https://archatl.com/about/history |title=History |website=Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Atlanta |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref> | The Archdiocese of Atlanta was established as the Diocese of Atlanta on July 2, 1956, by [[Pope Pius XII]], separating 71 counties in northern [[Georgia (U.S. state)|Georgia]] from the [[Diocese of Savannah]]. It was elevated to an archdiocese on February 10, 1962, becoming the metropolitan see for the [[Province of Atlanta]], which includes [[Georgia (U.S. state)|Georgia]], [[North Carolina]], and [[South Carolina]].<ref>{{cite web |url=https://archatl.com/about/history |title=History |website=Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Atlanta |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref><ref>https://archatl.com/about/history/</ref><ref>https://archatl.com/?s=)[](https://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/diocese/datla.html</ref> | ||
==History== | ==History== | ||
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===Modern Era=== | ===Modern Era=== | ||
The archdiocese has seen rapid growth due to migration and economic development in metro [[Atlanta, Georgia|Atlanta]], reaching approximately 1.2 million Catholics by 2025. It has established 12 parishes and 7 missions since 2010, ordained 71 priests and 172 deacons, and expanded Catholic education significantly.<ref name="diocese-history">{{cite web |url=https://archatl.com/about/history |title=History |website=Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Atlanta |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref> | The archdiocese has seen rapid growth due to migration and economic development in metro [[Atlanta, Georgia|Atlanta]], reaching approximately 1.2 million Catholics by 2025. It has established 12 parishes and 7 missions since 2010, ordained 71 priests and 172 deacons, and expanded Catholic education significantly.<ref name="diocese-history">{{cite web |url=https://archatl.com/about/history |title=History |website=Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Atlanta |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref><ref>https://archatl.com/about/archbishop-and-bishops/</ref> | ||
==Geography== | ==Geography== | ||
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* [[Muscogee County, Georgia|Muscogee County]] | * [[Muscogee County, Georgia|Muscogee County]] | ||
* [[Chattanooga County, Georgia|Chattanooga County]] | * [[Chattanooga County, Georgia|Chattanooga County]] | ||
It is the metropolitan see of the [[Province of Atlanta]].<ref>{{cite web |url=https://archatl.com/parishes |title=Find a Parish |website=Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Atlanta |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref> | It is the metropolitan see of the [[Province of Atlanta]].<ref>{{cite web |url=https://archatl.com/parishes |title=Find a Parish |website=Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Atlanta |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref><ref>https://archatl.com/parishes/find-a-parish/</ref> | ||
==Mother Church== | ==Mother Church== | ||
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==Leadership== | ==Leadership== | ||
===Current Bishop=== | ===Current Bishop=== | ||
Gregory J. Hartmayer has served as archbishop since May 6, 2020. A [[Franciscan Friars|Conventual Franciscan]], he focuses on education and restorative justice initiatives.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://archatl.com/archbishop-and-bishops |title=Archbishop and Bishops |website=Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Atlanta |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref> | Gregory J. Hartmayer has served as archbishop since May 6, 2020. A [[Franciscan Friars|Conventual Franciscan]], he focuses on education and restorative justice initiatives.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://archatl.com/archbishop-and-bishops |title=Archbishop and Bishops |website=Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Atlanta |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref><ref>https://archatl.com/about/archbishop-and-bishops/</ref> | ||
===Auxiliary Bishops=== | ===Auxiliary Bishops=== | ||
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==Theological and Cultural Orientation== | ==Theological and Cultural Orientation== | ||
The Archdiocese of Atlanta maintains a balanced approach (rating: 3.0). It offers occasional [[Latin Mass]]es in select parishes (rating: 3), promotes both traditional teachings like pro-life advocacy and progressive outreach such as immigration and restorative justice programs (rating: 3), and is led by Archbishop Hartmayer, who takes a neutral stance emphasizing unity (rating: 3).<ref>{{cite web |url=https://archatl.com/about |title=About Us |website=Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Atlanta |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref> | The Archdiocese of Atlanta maintains a balanced approach (rating: 3.0). It offers occasional [[Latin Mass]]es in select parishes (rating: 3), promotes both traditional teachings like pro-life advocacy and progressive outreach such as immigration and restorative justice programs (rating: 3), and is led by Archbishop Hartmayer, who takes a neutral stance emphasizing unity (rating: 3).<ref>{{cite web |url=https://archatl.com/about |title=About Us |website=Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Atlanta |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref><ref>https://www.facebook.com/archatl/</ref> | ||
==Statistics== | ==Statistics== | ||
The archdiocese covers 21,445 square miles (55,542 km²), serves approximately 1,200,000 registered Catholics across 102 parishes and 15 missions, and has a total population of about 10,000,000.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://archatl.com/about/statistics |title=Archdiocesan Statistics |website=Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Atlanta |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref> | The archdiocese covers 21,445 square miles (55,542 km²), serves approximately 1,200,000 registered Catholics across 102 parishes and 15 missions, and has a total population of about 10,000,000.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://archatl.com/about/statistics |title=Archdiocesan Statistics |website=Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Atlanta |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref><ref>https://archatl.com/about/archbishop-and-bishops/</ref> | ||
==Religious Communities== | ==Religious Communities== | ||
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{{Main|List of parishes in Archdiocese of Atlanta}} | {{Main|List of parishes in Archdiocese of Atlanta}} | ||
{{Diocese map|Diocese=Archdiocese of Atlanta|Where=Atlanta}} | {{Diocese map|Diocese=Archdiocese of Atlanta|Where=Atlanta}} | ||
The Archdiocese of Atlanta serves 102 parishes and 15 missions across 10 deaneries, covering northern and central [[Georgia (U.S. state)|Georgia]]. It includes diverse parishes with Spanish, Vietnamese, and Korean-language Masses.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://archatl.com/parishes |title=Find a Parish |website=Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Atlanta |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref> | The Archdiocese of Atlanta serves 102 parishes and 15 missions across 10 deaneries, covering northern and central [[Georgia (U.S. state)|Georgia]]. It includes diverse parishes with Spanish, Vietnamese, and Korean-language Masses.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://archatl.com/parishes |title=Find a Parish |website=Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Atlanta |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref><ref>https://archatl.com/parishes/find-a-parish/</ref> | ||
==Mission and Services== | ==Mission and Services== | ||
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| High School | | High School | ||
| [https://www.mdchs.org Monsignor Donovan] | | [https://www.mdchs.org Monsignor Donovan] | ||
|}<ref>{{cite web |url=https://archatl.com/schools |title=Catholic Schools |website=Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Atlanta |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref> | |}<ref>{{cite web |url=https://archatl.com/schools |title=Catholic Schools |website=Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Atlanta |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref><ref>https://archatl.com/offices/catholic-schools/message-from-the-archbishop/</ref> | ||
===Community Outreach=== | ===Community Outreach=== | ||
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==Notable Events or Figures== | ==Notable Events or Figures== | ||
* In September 2025, the archdiocese hosted the National Catholic Conference on Restorative Justice at [[Emory University]], promoting healing and reconciliation. | * In September 2025, the archdiocese hosted the National Catholic Conference on Restorative Justice at [[Emory University]], promoting healing and reconciliation. | ||
* Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory, who served from 2005 to 2019, was the first African-American cardinal in the U.S., appointed in 2020.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://georgiabulletin.org/news/2025/09/restorative-justice-conference |title=Restorative Justice Conference |website=Georgia Bulletin |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref> | * Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory, who served from 2005 to 2019, was the first African-American cardinal in the U.S., appointed in 2020.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://georgiabulletin.org/news/2025/09/restorative-justice-conference |title=Restorative Justice Conference |website=Georgia Bulletin |accessdate=2025-06-05}}</ref><ref>https://www.facebook.com/archatl/</ref> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||