Church Action eNewsletter Week of April 13, 2026

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Church Action eNewsletter Week of April 13, 2026

God calls us to some things we cannot do alone. 

1. Now is the time to reach out to your legislators and any candidates running to represent you about the Gun Safety Candidate Pledge. As constituents (or potential constituents), you are the perfect messengers to make gun safety a prominent issue in the 2026 election cycle here in Georgia. Visit Regional Council of Churches of Atlanta - Regional Council of Churc... Scroll to Featured RCCA Activities.

2. Adults of all ages are invited to enjoy Access for All on Wednesday, April 15, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta. This free program includes museum admission, drop-in art conversations, art-making, performances, and gallery access, creating a welcoming and creative experience for the community.

3. Carlos Museum Lunch and Learn with Bigwitch Indian Wisdom Initiative, Wednesday, April 15, 1 – 2:30 p.m., Ackerman Hall. Details. Bring a lunch and join Tyson Sampson (Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians) and members of the Bigwitch Indian Wisdom Initiative for an afternoon of storytelling, craft, and conversation. Drawing on the traditions of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, this program explores Indigenous identity, community, and cultural lifeways.

4. Children are invited to stretch, move, and unwind at Kids Yoga on Wednesday, April 15, from 4:15 to 5:00 p.m. at Clarkston Library. Led by a children's yoga expert, this welcoming program offers a fun and supportive space for kids to build confidence, practice mindfulness, and enjoy healthy movement after school. Yoga mats will be provided.

5. Indigenous Foodways: Foraging through Relationships, Carlos Museum, Wednesday, April 15, 6:30 – 7:45 p.m., Ackerman Hall. Details. Tyson Sampson (Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians) and members of the Bigwitch Indian Wisdom Initiative lead an evening discussion on Indigenous foodways, foraging, and land stewardship. Through Traditional Ecological Knowledge, the program considers the relationships between land, community, and cultural practice. 

6. Academy of Preachers Day of Preaching 2026, April 18. Designed for young preachers ages 16 to 28, the event will include keynote speakers, breakout workshops, a panel discussion, and young preachers preaching in small groups listening and encouraging each other. Each small group of preachers will have an experienced preacher listening and encouraging and offering feedback. Registration fee of $100 per person covers snacks, lunches, and incidental expenses for the day. Register early. Register for Day of Preaching 2026 today! Find Nearby Hotels

7. Spring Plant Sale April 18, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Come to Holy Comforter on April 18 to see what they've been growing. It's all organic and good for you, whether as a feast for your eyes or for your stomach! 737 Woodland Ave SE, Atlanta 30316. Plant Sale Helpers Needed: As with most things on the campus, all do the best work when the community comes together. Plant sales are no exception, and folks are needed to bake, to help with set up and take down, and to cashier. If you can help for one hour or the whole day, they would love to see you!  Sign up here if you can help. Thank you!

8. Eco A Line Creek Natural Area Naturalist Walk, Saturday, April 18, 2:00 p.m. For more information and to register click here.

9. Jazz Music & Mission Fundraiser. Join Cross-Cultural Ministries for an evening of live jazz, community, and purpose on Saturday, April 18, at 7:00 p.m. Enjoy music by The Jazzy Petrels, Oglethorpe University’s jazz ensemble, along with light desserts and fellowship. This special event supports Cross-Cultural Ministries’ work with local immigrant children and families through education, mentorship, and Christ-centered care. Tickets are $10 online and $15 at the door. Purchase tickets at: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/join-us-for-an-unforgettable-.... At checkout, you may change “Help keep Zeffy free…” to $0 to avoid the added fee.

10. Singles Game Night, Saturday, April 18, 6 p.m.; St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 535 Rucker Road, Alpharetta, in the Parish Hall. Join the St. Thomas Aquinas Church Singles Ministry for a game night. Please bring a snack to share and a drink for yourself. All singles are welcome.  

11. From the Jung Society: “Alchemy, the Royal Art of the Individuation Process” with Dr. Thom Cavalli, PhD, a ZOOM online lecture on Saturday, April 18, 7:30 - 9:45 p.m. EDT. In this lecture, we will step back into ancient Egypt and, from the perspective of Jung’s work, trace alchemy’s development from a religio-symbolic craft to a psychological model. We will draw on the work of several noted alchemists (Zosimos, Paracelsus, Dorn) as a bridge to a contemporary understanding of the alchemy of individuation. Along with Jung, our aim is “To give birth to the ancient in a new time.” For specifics and to register, go to jungatlanta.com. The Carl Jung Society of Atlanta provides workshops and lectures for mental health professionals and anyone interested in the body of thought derived from the work of C.G. Jung.

12. The Rev. Katie Nakamura Rengers, Episcopal priest in the Episcopal Diocese of Alabama, is the preacher on Day1 for Sunday, April 19. Her sermon “What Are You Talking About” is drawn from Luke 24:13-35.  Hear Day1 in the Atlanta area on WSB 95.5 and 750 AM Sundays at 7:05 a.m. Visit Day1.org to read or hear the sermon right now.

13. Organist Robert Gallagher will perform at the Cathedral of St. Philip Sunday, April 19, 3:15 p.m., in person and livestreamed on the Cathedral Website. He most recently served as minister of music at River Road Baptist Church in Richmond. He is a graduate of Manhattan and Julliard Schools of music and has concertized to critical acclaim all over the U.S. and Europe. He will play works of Guy Weitz, Mary Beth Bennett, César Franck, and Sigfrid Karg-Elert. Following the recital, the Cathedral offers its weekly service of Choral Evensong.
 
14. The Pitts Theological Library has put on display an early copy of the Bishops’ Bible, now in 2nd floor 30-Day Display case. Come learn about this precursor to the King James Bible and its connection to William Tyndale, the focus of the exhibition currently in the gallery. Click on the link below to read the blog post about the 30-Day Display and come visit any time the library is open. Read the blog.

15. Eco A Henderson Park Spring Wildflower Naturalist Walk,  Wednesday, April 22, 5:30 p.m. For more information and to register click here

16. Don't miss your chance to Move For Grady on Saturday, April 25, at Georgia State's Center Parc Stadium. There is still time to register! This fun, family-friendly event has something for everyone: 5K and 10K run/walk courses traveling past downtown landmarks and intown neighborhoods; fully supported 20-, 45-, and 62-mile cycling routes featuring well-stocked aid stations and readily available support vehicles; Start Line festivities offering the chance to gather and enjoy morning snacks and coffee; Finish Line Celebration featuring fantastic food, an open bar, music, sponsor activations and the opportunity to celebrate everyone who moved for Grady. If you're more a cheerleader, volunteering is a great way to support Move For Grady!
 
17. Volunteer with Eco A Saturday, April 25, 9:00 a.m. – noon, clean up at Kelley-Cofer Park in Tucker. For more information and to register click here
 
18. Volunteer with Eco A Saturday, April 25, 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., Clean up at Murphey Candler Park in Brookhaven. For more information and to register click here

19. For 40 years, the Atlanta Children’s Day Shelter has been a place of stability, care, and possibility for children and families navigating life’s most uncertain moments. Legacy Builders honors the leaders and partners who understand that true philanthropy goes beyond generosity—it is guided by purpose and grounded in heart. Let us invest in what comes next—ensuring children continue to have a safe place to learn, grow, and feel supported while families work toward long-term stability. Join the celebration Wednesday, April 29, 5:30 p.m. at The Atrium at Uptown Atlanta. Register Now. Learn More
 
20. Choose a silent weekend or weekday retreat at Ignatius House Retreat Center in Sandy springs for rest and renewal that draws from the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius. Find full descriptions at the links below: May 1-3, 2026 - Science and Spirituality Weekend Retreat
May 15-17, 2026 - Weekend Ignatian Retreat: Discernment of Spirits
 
21. The Nancy Frampton Rising Artists Series at Morningside Presbyterian Church welcomes Ben Strong, bass baritone, featuring Jonathan Crutchfield, piano, Friday, May 1 at 8 p.m. Find tickets and more information at Ben Strong.

22. Music at St. Luke's 6th Annual Concert for a Cause benefitting Midtown Assistance Center, Inc. is Friday, May 1, at 7:30 p.m. and features selections from Carlisle Floyd's Susannah, Ned Rorem's Our Town, and art songs by Ricky Ian Gordon, David Conte, Henry Mollicone, and Stephen Sondheim. The evening seeks to raise $20,000 for one of St. Luke's oldest and established community ministries. Contact [e-mail] if you wish to consider a lead sponsorship. 
 
23. Dementia Symposium 2026 Exploring Dementia: Living and Loving Through The Journey is Tuesday, May 5, at The Church at Liberty Square in Cartersville. Discover how dementia alters the journey of life for those living with dementia and the people loving them through it. Visit  http://dacc.life for all the details.
 
24. The Clarkston Community Center is now enrolling participants for Care & Connection, a free 8-week creative wellness program designed to help adults build community, strengthen mindfulness skills, and take part in simple, beginner-friendly creative activities in a safe and welcoming space. The first cohort for English-speaking, U.S.-born African Americans will begin on Thursday, May 7 at 12:00 p.m. at the Clarkston Community Center. Offered in partnership with Georgia State University, the Clarkston Community Center, and the Refugee Women's Network, the program is designed for adults who may be feeling isolated, disconnected, or in need of stronger community support. Selected participants may receive up to $205 for participating in the program. No prior experience is needed. To learn more or register, call or text 404-540-9480. Or click here to complete the inquiry form and request a call.
 
25. Registration is open for Children’s Mental Health Day 2026. Join advocates, families, youth, and leaders from across Georgia to celebrate, educate, and inspire action around children’s mental health. Seats are limited, so secure your spot today. May 7, 8 a.m.-12 p.m., Sloppy Floyd Building, West Tower, 200 Piedmont Avenue SW, 20th Floor, Atlanta 30334. www.gpsn.org.  Register Here

26. The 27th annual Monsignor Reynolds Charity Challenge, hosted by the Men of St. Brigid, is a multi-sport, co-ed fundraiser benefiting ministries and charities of St. Brigid Church and the Archdiocese of Atlanta, May 11, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Country Club of Roswell. Donations made to the Matching Fund will support Marillac Moms. A new addition to the event is called "Walk in the Park," which includes dinner and all the evening activities. For more information, visit menofsb.com and click on Charity Challenge. If you have questions contact [e-mail].    
 
27. Summer camp registration for Camp Mikell is now open! Camp Mikell is a fun experience for youth and children of all ages, offering a great opportunity to meet new people, have a lot of fun, and grow in your faith. Register at www.campmikell.com.
 
28. Lay Carmelite of the Ancient Order meets every third Saturday following 9 a.m. Mass until 12 p.m.; Holy Family Church, 3401 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. Come learn about the charism of this 800-year-old, contemplative prayer order. For more information, contact: Genny Hoene, 678-360-3693 or [e-mail]. 

29. Volunteers play a vital role in advancing the mission of The Salvation Army of Metro Atlanta. Individuals, corporations and community groups generously share their time, talents and compassion, strengthening programs and expanding their ability to serve neighbors in need. From serving meals, helping in the community gardens, ringing bells and more during Christmas to creating welcoming spaces where families feel seen, valued, and supported, volunteers do not simply support the work – they are an essential part of it. Their presence meets practical needs while restoring dignity, building trust, and reflecting the love and compassion that defines our mission. Interested in learning how to volunteer? Register to Volunteer!

Peace,
Ethel Ware Carter