Church Action eNewsletter

Week of May 21, 2018

God calls us to some things we cannot do alone.

Regional Council of Churches of Atlanta

1. The Parables of Jesus: A Bible Study for Women, continues on Tuesdays, May 29, June 12, 19, 26, at 9:30 a.m., Room B-207, Second-Ponce de Leon Baptist Church, 2715 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta 30305. All materials will be provided. For additional information or to reserve childcare…

Church Action eNewsletter

Week of May 14, 2018

God calls us to some things we cannot do alone.

Regional Council of Churches of Atlanta

website with Community Calendar

1. Changes have helped expand veteran access to education, labor opportunities, healthcare, and housing. Still, too many veterans, active service members, and their families struggle with complex challenges. Here are a number of resources to consider as you look for…

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Week of May 7, 2018

God calls us to some things we cannot do alone.

Regional Council of Churches of Atlanta



1. Christians around the world are pledging to mark the time between Ascension Day on May 10 and Pentecost on May 20 with a single prayer Thy Kingdom Come. This is the third observance of the invitation to Christians across the globe to join in prayer. Episcopal Presiding Bishop Michael Curry provides some…

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Week of April 16, 2018

God calls us to some things we cannot do alone.

Regional Council of Churches of Atlanta

1. Men’s Breakthrough Weekend. Are you anxious or depressed much of the time? Do you lack trusting friendships with other men? Do you think you may be a jerk? Find out about the Mankind Project, an nonprofit organization whose goal is to build and support the emotionally mature,…

Church Action eNewsletter

Week of April 9, 2018

God calls us to some things we cannot do alone.

Regional Council of Churches of Atlanta

website with Community Calendar

A reminder that you must register this week for the Methodist Evangelism Institute 2018 Founders’ Dinner with guest speaker Thomas Kemper, general secretary of the General Board of Global Ministries. R.s.v.p. by April 16 here. If you have questions contact…

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Week of April 2, 2018

God calls us to some things we cannot do alone.

Regional Council of Churches of Atlanta

Opportunities to commemorate the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. are listed in the Community Calendar at www.rccatl.org with a few additions in the announcements below.

1. The new Medicare Cards with…

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Week of March 26, 2018

God calls us to some things we cannot do alone.

Regional Council of Churches of Atlanta

www.rccatl.org with Community Calendar

1. St. Jude’s Episcopal Church, Marietta, is advertising for a bookkeeper, an experienced person with the ACS program Realm, on a part time basis. Salary to be discussed for serious applicants. Resumes may be…

1. The speaker for the Morris Brown College 137th Founders’ Day Convocation at noon, Friday, March 23, at Flipper Temple AME Church will entice attendees to “Imagine, Aspire, Believe.” The phrase is used by the College as its mantra. The speaker is Rev. Dr. Walter L. Kimbrough, Sr. whose life has been defined by rising from humble beginnings to build one of Atlanta’s most successful ministries serving the underserved. Morris Brown College is undertaking a $20 million, three-year…

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Week of March 12, 2018

God calls us to some things we cannot do alone.

Regional Council of Churches of Atlanta

1. New Americans Celebration and Advocacy, Thursday, March 15, from 8 to 11:30 a.m. will go on as planned! You’ll also see some of the staff out with signs helping you get to the Catholic Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. Finally, order a super cool “GA Loves Refugees” shirts online. All…

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Week of March 5, 2018

God calls us to some things we cannot do alone.

Regional Council of Churches of Atlanta

1. 1. United Way Shoebox Project is underway and volunteers are needed to decorate and assemble 500 toiletry-filled shoeboxes to be distributed to nonprofit agencies that serve low-income and homeless neighbors.…

Dear Senior Pastor and Congregation

Southern Nursing Research Society believes that engagement is essential to improving the health of the communities they serve. You are invited to participate in a Community Forum hosted by the Southern Nursing Research Society (SNRS) featuring community officials and local organizations invested in the health status of  area…

1. Concrete Jungle, a small nonprofit that harvests local fruits and vegetables to serve Atlanta's homeless and hungry, is seeking office and storage space. If your church would be willing to rent a small room and/or kitchen storage space, please reach out to Katherine at katherine@concrete-jungle.org

2. The Phoenix Flies: A Celebration of Atlanta’s Historic Sites, March 3- March 25, a program of Atlanta Preservation Center, is 15 years old this year. Once again many…

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Week of February 19, 2018

God calls us to some things we cannot do alone.

Regional Council of Churches of Atlanta

website with Community Calendar

1. Support Group for Families dealing with Addiction meets at the Lake Oconee Community Church, 6:15 - 7: 45 p.m., on alternate Thursdays, coming up — Feb 22, March 8 and March 22. E Mail Beck Matheny for information at…

Bible study resources from New Baptist Covenant for MLK observance download here.

Church Action eNewsletter

Week of February 12, 2018

God calls us to some things we cannot do alone.

Regional Council of Churches of Atlanta

Second Food Pantry Forum

Tuesday, February 20,

United Way, 40 Courtland Avenue, Atlanta 30303.

We will explore student food security, board development, and the possibility of planting a garden.

Plenty of time for…

The Board of Social Concerns of Shy Temple CME Church will recognize of various leaders, activists and representatives on February 25, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. for their invaluable service to the community.  The event will take place during the morning worship service and will culminate with the church’s annual Soul Food Feast, a pot-luck honoring attendees and in celebration of Black History Month.

Leaders with a vested interest in the SE Atlanta and Kirkwood areas are encouraged to…

Church Action eNewsletter

Week of February 5, 2018

God calls us to some things we cannot do alone.

Regional Council of Churches of Atlanta

Second Food Pantry Forum

exploring board development, student food security, and community gardens.

The most important thing will be time to network and learn from each other. Door prizes!

Feb. 20, 9:45 a.m. - 12 p.m., United Way Multipurpose…

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Week of January 29, 2018

God calls us to some things we cannot do alone.

Regional Council of Churches of Atlanta

New date February 20 for next gathering of the Food Pantry Forum with networking, shared information, and door prizes. Send your email to ecarter@rccatl.org is you are not receiving information about the forum and to let us know you are coming.

1. Gwinnett…

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Week of January 22, 2018

God calls us to some things we cannot do alone.

Regional Council of Churches of Atlanta

website with Community Calendar

Save the date! February 13, Next gathering of the Food Pantry Forum with networking, shared information, and door prizes.

Send your email to ecarter@rccatl.org is you are not receiving information about the forum.

1. Homeless…

Creating a Climate for Conversations that Transform: Motivational Interviewing Training for Leaders of Faith-Based Organizations in African American Communities

Greetings Leaders of Faith Communities,

Leaders of faith-based organizations (FBO) are often the first point of contact when someone seeks support during difficult times. Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a conversational style that helps strengthen a person’s…