Cathedral of Christ the King — Attraction in Atlanta

This cathedral is architecturally stunning, but my personal experiences here have been disappointing. Initially, my fiancé and I were asked to pay approximately $150 each to begin RCIA, which we felt was inappropriate. While the classes were well-organized and thorough, even as someone who attended Catholic school, I found the depth of the material to be overwhelming at times. Additionally, participants were required to purchase multiple books throughout the program, which added significant costs.

When our ability to attend the meetings became challenging due to relocating to the state and adjusting to new jobs and school, we found the response from the staff disheartening. Instead of understanding our situation, they threatened to remove us from the program. This ultimately led us to complete our catechism at a different parish, where the classes were more accessible, and the team was accommodating to our schedules.

Furthermore, I’ve found the ushers at this cathedral to be unwelcoming; they often fail to greet attendees, give dismissive looks, and obstruct the path during Holy Communion if you try to go to a different line. Similarly, I have encountered uncomfortable reactions from Extraordinary Ministers when choosing to receive Communion on the tongue, which should be a respected option.

I’ve also noticed a recurring emphasis on financial contributions during homilies, which many parishioners may find inappropriate. While it is understood that donations are necessary, this cathedral seems to prioritize fundraising more than fostering a welcoming and faith-centered community. Also, they don't have a bookstore. When I asked, they just directed me to the Episcopal bookstore down the street, which sells items from other religions in it. I feel they could raise a great deal of money if they opened a bookstore.

Overall, my experiences here have led me to feel disconnected from the culture and atmosphere of this parish, especially when compared to others that place greater emphasis on faith and community over monetary...

Beautiful parish that embraces Catholic tradition and sacred liturgy, bringing it into modern Atlanta. It's a large, excellent, and fruitful community that serves the world around it and has plenty of opportunities to get involved. There is a wonderful "family-friendliness" which is rare at a large city cathedral like this. The community is welcoming to all, from young families, to youth and young adults, as well as older adults. The pastor and parochial vicars are true fathers to their flock and work to bring Christ to the people of the parish. (Also, there is 24 hour Adoration which is a lovely bonus!) Logistics: there is free parking, convenient mass and sacrament times, reasonable covid precautions, and the building is clean and very...

Do not donate to St Vincent de Paul they will discriminate against you I feel like I've been discriminated against so I'm going to be looking for a attorney and take legal actions against the organization I've applied for St Vincent's de Paul rental assistance and utility assistance multiple times and every time I've applied they denied me and never gave me a sufficient or legitimate reason I will also be reaching out to Black lives matter and other black non-profit organizations and let them know what I've been experiencing from this organization I'm also going to contact the...