The Very Rev. Robert Wright Elected 10th Bishop

Wright pictured here with wife, Beth-Sarah. Photo by Ann Fowler

On Saturday, June 2 the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta elected the first African-American priest in its history to become the 10th bishop.  The Very Rev. Robert C. Wright was elected by delegates and clergy representing 96 parishes and approximately 52,000 members, covering north and middle Georgia.

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Emmaus House is a community based organization in Peoplestown that was founded during the crucible of the civil rights movement. We are an advocate for those in need, a catalyst for economic independence and place where relationships can develop between people separated by class and race
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