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The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Atlanta  

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Office of Divine Worship

Purpose and Mission

The Office of Divine Worship of the Archdiocese of Atlanta serves to assist parishes and the entire Archdiocese to worship God with rich and beautiful expressions of Catholic liturgy.  It provides direct support to the parishes, as well as programs designed to aid parish clergy, volunteers, and staff; assists the Archbishop in his role as Chief liturgist of the Archdiocese; and provides organization and support for Archdiocesan liturgies.

Contact Information

Phone: 404-751-2398
Fax: 404-885-7286
Email:

Staff

Director: Father Theodore Book, SLL
Phone: 404-888-7836
Fax: 404-885-7286

Father Theodore Book has a license in sacred liturgy, which is a postgraduate degree designed to prepare someone to teach liturgy in a seminary or catholic university.  He completed his studies in 2003 at the Pontifical Liturgical Institute in Rome, the same place where Archbishop Gregory completed his liturgical studies. 

Assistant to the Director: Barrett Elkins
Phone: 404-751-2398
Fax: 404-885-7286

Barrett Elkins earned his undergraduate degree from Southern Catholic College. He is currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Theology and Christian Ministry through Franciscan University of Steubenville.

Read the Georgia Bulletin article, "New Archdiocesan Office To Assist With Worship" More

 

Page last modified: September 29, 2008