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New Bells at Mass
Dear OLA Family. Have you noticed the three small bells with a yellow rope mounted on the wall at the entrance to the baptistry? We've been using these bells now for about a month to signal the start of our 7:30am weekday masses. As we begin the Lenten season, we will begin to do the same for our Sunday celebrations of mass. So how will this work? Approximately five minutes prior to the start of mass, the lector or cantor will approach the ambo and introduce the mass in the
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Feb 132 min read


OLA Run to Church 5K and Fun Run SAVE THE DATE - Saturday, August 29, 2026
Calling all parishioners to join us for the 4th annual Run to Church on August 29th! Run, walk or volunteer! This year’s event will not host a ministry fair. We would like to welcome more visitors to our parish by promoting our 5K and Fun Run across the Brookhaven and Chamblee area, the Archdiocese and the greater Atlanta running community. Click here if you are interested in volunteering at the event or helping our team of organizers to plan for the 5K and Fun Run:...
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Feb 51 min read


Calling All Bakers!
We are looking for homemade desserts for our Lenten Fish Fry dinners. Click here to learn more and sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044FABAD2EA46-62130298-olafish#/
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Feb 41 min read


2026 Archbishop’s Annual: Answering the Call. Supporting the Church’s Mission
Each year, the Archbishop’s Annual Appeal invites us to come together as one Church to support the vital ministries of the Archdiocese of Atlanta. Through this appeal, we are able to extend Christ’s love far beyond what any single parish could do alone - and to assist parishes without the financial means needed to fully serve their people. A special focus of the Appeal is supporting our priests through continuing education, retirement, and other support. Our generosity helps
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Feb 41 min read


Bobcat Soccer - Register Today!
Spring Soccer Registration is Open! Register your child (Pre-K through 8) today to join our Spring Soccer Program. For more information and to register, click here : https://catholicmetrosports.com/Layouts/minimalist/ProgramDetail.aspx?d=64%2bY9Zeyc75JAv0sLd9gouvHKacWtEQsJ1er%2bBqK8XQ%3d
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Jan 201 min read


Girls High School Flag Football
This program is open to 9th-12th grade girls within the Archdiocese of Atlanta. Each session, the girls will pick teams and play for 1 hour. If you have questions contact Trish Marmion at pmarmion@catholicmetrosports.com . Games will be at fields in Metro Atlanta depending on participation. We will use pinnies to define teams each week so no need for uniforms. Mouth guards must be worn. Season Details: 6 games will be played on Sundays for 1 hour starting at 2pm as foll
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Dec 13, 20251 min read


Support OLA on Giving Tuesday
Help Us Keep Our Students Safe — Support the Safety Platform Implementation at OLA Church, School, and Preschool. At Our Lady of the Assumption, we’re one family — parish, school, and preschool — united in our mission to form disciples of Jesus Christ. Everything we do, from the classroom to the playground to the church, flows from that sacred mission. At OLA Catholic School, our goal is to form minds and hearts rooted in faith — helping every child grow in wisdom, grace,
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Nov 28, 20252 min read


How to Submit Parish Verifications for Catholic Schools
The application process for Catholic Schools has begun and we're beginning to receive Parish Verifications. When submitting your verification, please remember the following: OLA Catholic School All verifications must be submitted via our online form at www.olachurch.org/parish-verification . Other Elementary Schools Verifications for other Catholic elementary schools are to be submitted to Karen Kotara, Pastor to the Secretary. You can submit them as follows: · Dropping off
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Nov 11, 20251 min read


Co-Ed Flag Football Registration
This program is Co-Ed and open to current Kindergarten-8th grade students and parishioners within the Archdiocese of Atlanta. Participants will be organized into teams with 10 kids from several parishes. Practices will be 30 minutes followed by 45 minutes of games (Two 20 minute halves). If you have any questions, please contact Trish Marmion at pmarmion@catholicmetrosports.com . NOTE: This league is run by Catholic Metro Sports and is not affiliated with Blessed Trinity Hig
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Nov 8, 20251 min read


Congratulations to our Principal Mrs. Mandy Crock!
Dear OLA Community, I am pleased to share the joyful news that the Archdiocesan Office of Catholic Schools has named Mrs. Mandy Crock, Principal of Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic School, as the Archdiocese’s Leader of the Year. This award, formerly known as Principal of the Year, recognizes exceptional leadership in Catholic education. In my four months as pastor at OLA, I have been deeply impressed by our school and by Mrs. Crock’s outstanding leadership. She is a dedic
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Nov 5, 20251 min read


Welcome, Isabel!
Welcome to our New Associate Youth Minister! Please offer a warm OLA welcome to Isabel Harrell - our new Associate Youth Minister. Isabel...
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Sep 28, 20251 min read


Trunk-or-Treat: Trunks Needed
The annual Trunk or Treat will be on Wednesday, October 29th from 6-7 PM and we need you to help make it spook-tacular! Ministries,...
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Sep 23, 20251 min read


Safety of our Parish and Schools
Dear Parishioners, In light of the recent tragic events at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis, Minnesota, I want to...
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Sep 21, 20252 min read


Follow Father Dan's Travel Blog
Father Dan Invites You to Follow Him on His Upcoming Pilgrimage Dear OLA family, A few years ago, I planned to lead a pilgrimage to...
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Aug 31, 20252 min read


Special Collection – Gaza Relief
Over the weekend of September 13th/14th our parish will take up a special collection to support Catholic Relief Services’ emergency...
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Aug 30, 20251 min read


Letter from Father Dan Regarding the Minnesota School Shooting
Dear OLA Family, Like many of you, I am just learning of the horrific news regarding the school shooting that occurred this morning at...
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Aug 27, 20251 min read


Register Your Child for Fall Sports Today!
GIRLS FLAG FOOTBALL This program is open to rising 9th-12th grade girls. Our teams compete in the Catholic Metro Volleyball High School...
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Jul 9, 20251 min read


5:30pm Mass Teen Choir
We are excited to announce that the Teen Choir will now exclusively minister at the 5:30pm Mass every Sunday, starting in August! All...
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Jul 6, 20251 min read


A Message from Father Ketter, Our New Pastor
When my family arrived in Atlanta in 1983, the plan was for me and my siblings to attend local public schools, as we had always done in...
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Jul 6, 20252 min read


Girls Volleyball Registration Open
Girls Volley Ball Registration Open! This program is open to rising 5th–8th grade girls. Our teams compete in the Catholic Metro...
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Jun 30, 20251 min read
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