Upcoming events.
GROW:kids
At Neighborhood Church, we want every child to feel loved by God and supported by community. Our children’s ministry provides a space where kids can grow in faith, make friends, and experience God's love through fun and meaningful activities.
GROW:kids is a "right after worship" timeframe (roughly 12:30pm to 2:30pm). We will have lunch, learn more about the Bible through stories, drama, and activities like games and crafts. Each month we will have a different engaging theme - and our hope is that GROW:kids is a safe and fun place for kids roughly in Pre-K through 5th grade.
Come hang out with us from 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM on November 10. We'd love to see your family there! Give us a heads up you’ll be attending here.
Atlanta's Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimage Walks
Join the Atlanta Multifaith Coalition for Palestine for Atlanta’s Gaza Ceasefire Peace Pilgrimage, a family friendly event led by local faith leaders.
The road to justice is still long ahead of us. Knowing this, save the dates for fall pilgrimages, on the first Saturday of the month. Each will be a 2.7 mile loop starting and ending at Old Water Tower Park starting at 9 am.
General Election Day
Your voice is your vote, neighbors! Get out and vote. To check your polling location, visit mvp.sos.ga.gov.
If you run into issues on election day, please call the Election Protection Hotline at 866-OUR-VOTE. Do not leave the polling place. Call while you’re on site so a volunteer can help you.
Remember: if you are IN LINE by 7 pm, you are legally required to be allowed to stay in line to vote, regardless of how long it actually takes to get through the polling process.
Bring a friend or neighbor with you and get out to vote!!!
Method in the Madness: GROW Pop Up
Method in the Madness (Understanding United Methodist Theology)
A GROW:pop up experience! This group is a stand alone, one-time opportunity to explore a particular aspect of faith, and particularly a liberationist, queer-affirming, United Methodist expression of faith. Want to know how we make all that work? Join in the conversation.
Each Pop-Up will be at 12:30pm after worship on a Sunday. For more info, contact Rev. Andi (andi@neighborhoodchurchatl.com)
Atlanta's Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimage Walks
Join the Atlanta Multifaith Coalition for Palestine for Atlanta’s Gaza Ceasefire Peace Pilgrimage, a family friendly event led by local faith leaders.
The road to justice is still long ahead of us. Knowing this, save the dates for fall pilgrimages, on the first Saturday of the month. Each will be a 2.7 mile loop starting and ending at Old Water Tower Park starting at 9 am.
CompassionCon
CompassionCon 2024 will be a Fall event centering on the viral nature of compassion when our communities prioritize our common humanity and interdependence. This interactive festival-like conference will uplift the positive impact compassion has on our social and community contexts of health. CompassionCon will develop awareness, education, and action around compassion for self, others, and systems. The goal is to help people realize that we must care for each other and build communities around a culture of care that supports everyone’s well-being. CompassionCon is an opportunity to celebrate our interconnectedness while we build healthier communities together. The festival will include music and art, wellness activities, food trucks, mobile health care units with blood pressure testing, HIV testing, etc.
Learn more: https://compassioncon.org
Queering Theology: GROW Pop Up
Queering Theology (An Introduction to Queer Christian understandings of God)
A GROW:pop up experience! This group is a stand alone, one-time opportunity to explore a particular aspect of faith, and particularly a liberationist, queer-affirming, United Methodist expression of faith. Want to know how we make all that work? Join in the conversation.
Each Pop-Up will be at 12:30pm after worship on a Sunday. For more info, contact Rev. Andi (andi@neighborhoodchurchatl.com)
GROW:kids
At Neighborhood Church, we want every child to feel loved by God and supported by community. Our children’s ministry provides a space where kids can grow in faith, make friends, and experience God's love through fun and meaningful activities.
GROW:kids is a "right after worship" timeframe (roughly 12:30pm to 2:30pm). We will have lunch, learn more about the Bible through stories, drama, and activities like games and crafts. Each month we will have a different engaging theme - and our hope is that GROW:kids is a safe and fun place for kids roughly in Pre-K through 5th grade.
Come hang out with us from 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM on October 20. We'd love to see your family there! Give us a heads up you’ll be attending here.
Derek Webb's It All Matters After All Tour
Derek Webb is coming back to Neighborhood Church on October 18th for the It All Matters After All Tour! This is going to be a special one. Derek will be telling stories about and performing a set of his most cherished songs from his Caedmon’s Call days, original songs from the past 30 years, and maybe even some of your requests in an intimate house show setting. New songs, and lively discussion. Limited seating.
Early Voting in GA
Early voting begins in Georgia on October 15 and ends November 1. Neighborhood Church will serve as an early voting site and there are also ample additional sites around the county. To find early voting sites for your county, visit mvp.sos.ga.gov!
Atlanta Pride Festival
Atlanta Pride is one of our favorite weekends of the year! Come march with us in the parade. We’ll head over to midtown on MARTA after worship on the 13th or you can meet us there. We can’t wait to celebrate together!
2024 Pride Shirts are available at believersoutlet.com!
Order Instructions
Visit www.believersoutlet.com.
Click on "Shop" and select the "Neighborhood Church" category.
Choose your T-shirt size and add to cart.
At checkout, select the "Customer Pickup" option from the shipping dropdown menu.
Pickup your order on Sunday before the parade.
Youth and children sizes are available upon request.
Order today: https://www.believersoutlet.com/category/neighborhood-church-atl
GA Voter Registration Deadline
Register to vote by October 7!
If you’re already registered, you should confirm your registration status at mvp.sos.ga.gov. Need help getting documents to register? Vote Riders can help. Get in touch ASAP to be able to allow time for processing times.
Emergency Response Training Interest
We want to be prepared and to help you be ready when the next storm hits our region! We are working with the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) to develop disaster response ministries so that we can be there for our neighbors with hope and healing when the next storm hits. We can best accomplish this goal with education, training and networking during "blue sky" days prior to the next disaster.
Join our email list here – we’ll share information as we work towards preparedness, and maybe you will find a place for your service along with us!
Candler Park Fall Fest
We're excited to hang out with friends & neighbors at Candler Park Fall Fest coming up on October 5-6! In lieu of NeighborFEST like we had originally announced, we'll be hanging out *all weekend*, both at a booth in the artist's market and providing hospitality (bathrooms, diaper changing, etc.) in our building.
Here's how you can help:
-Help get the tent and table set up in the artist market on Saturday morning
-Host at the church, providing directions to the bathroom, restocking mints & menstrual supplies, etc.
-Chat with friends and neighbors at the Neighborhood booth at the artist market on Saturday and Sunday
Consider reaching out to a friend in your GROW group or someone you love to sit with at worship and see if they want to volunteer together. Hanging out at fall fest is more fun in community! We can't wait to see you there!
Atlanta's Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimage Walks
Join the Atlanta Multifaith Coalition for Palestine for Atlanta’s Gaza Ceasefire Peace Pilgrimage, a family friendly event led by local faith leaders.
The road to justice is still long ahead of us. Knowing this, save the dates for fall pilgrimages, on the first Saturday of the month. Each will be a 2.7 mile loop starting and ending at Old Water Tower Park starting at 9 am.
Vote with Confidence Workshop
You're Invited: "Vote With Confidence" – Unlock the Power of Your Vote!
NeighborHood Church is excited to host "Vote With Confidence," a series of voter workshops designed to empower you as you head to the polls. Join us as we dive into the resources and strategies necessary to ensure you are fully prepared to vote down the ballot.
What to Expect:
Learn about the importance of voting in every election
Get tips on how to research candidates and issues
Discover tools to help you make informed decisions at the polls
Gain the confidence you need to vote with power and purpose
Date: Sunday, September 29, 2024
Time: 1:00PM - 2:00PM
Location: Neighborhood Church, 1561 McLendon Ave NE
Let's come together as active and engaged neighbors. Whether you're a first-time voter or a seasoned participant, this workshop is for you!
Weekly Worship
We worship weekly here at Neighborhood Church! We hope to see you soon for one of our services. You can join us in person at 1561 McLendon Ave or online on our livestream page.
Weekly Worship
We worship weekly here at Neighborhood Church! We hope to see you soon for one of our services. You can join us in person at 1561 McLendon Ave or online on our livestream page.
The FORUM: Imagining Justice and Advocacy in Your Congregation
Join Us for The FORUM: Imagining Justice and Advocacy in Your Congregation
Neighbors we want to see you at The FORUM: Imagining Justice and Advocacy in Your Congregation, a transformative event designed to inspire and equip church communities across North Georgia to envision and implement justice-oriented initiatives.
What’s on the Agenda:
Explore the powerful intersection of faith and justice
Gain theological insights and practical tools for effective advocacy
Engage in meaningful conversations on the updated social principles of the United Methodist Church
Date: Saturday, September 21, 2024
Time: 10:00AM - 1:00PM (Lunch will be provided)
Location: Neighborhood Church, 1561 McLendon Ave
Together, we will build a faith-driven movement committed to real change. Whether your church is just starting its justice journey or looking to deepen its impact, this event is for you.
RSVP Now to be part of this North Georgia-wide gathering of visionary leaders and passionate advocates.
Let’s make justice a cornerstone of our faith communities.
Weekly Worship
We worship weekly here at Neighborhood Church! We hope to see you soon for one of our services. You can join us in person at 1561 McLendon Ave or online on our livestream page.
Atlanta's Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimage Walks
Join the Atlanta Multifaith Coalition for Palestine for Atlanta’s Gaza Ceasefire Peace Pilgrimage, a family friendly event led by local faith leaders.
The road to justice is still long ahead of us. Knowing this, save the dates for the next four pilgrimages, on the first Saturday of the month. Each will be a 2.7 mile loop starting and ending at Old Water Tower Park starting at 9 am.
Sabbath Sunday - No Worship In Person or Online!
September 1 will be a Sabbath Sunday! We won't have worship that morning in person or online. Instead of gathering for worship, we invite you to participate in an activity that makes you feel close to the Divine -- this may include brunch with loved ones, trying out a new nature trail, or sleeping in.
Liberating Repro Health: Georgia Town Hall
Liberating Repro Health: Georgia Town Hall" – Join Faith in Public Life and reproductive justice community partners for a town hall on the state of comprehensive reproductive healthcare in Georgia on August 29 from 9 am -11 am in Atlanta, GA. We will be joined by state legislators and local policymakers from across the greater Atlanta area. Participants are invited to bring their questions and prepare to engage in meaningful dialogue.
Breakfast and snacks will be provided. Location details will be provided upon registration.
Please register to reserve your spot: https://secure.everyaction.com/DtKmIViLJkeutULm5J4SXg2.
Tomato Sandwich Party
August 25th will be Tomato Sandwich Sunday after worship! Join us following our worship service on Sunday August 25 for free tomato sandwich bar! We'll provide the tomatoes, bread, and fixings (like mayo, salt, and pepper) and you provide the appetite. Some assembly required - but we'll show you how!
Weekly Worship: Jesus Say What?!
Join us for weekly worship, in person or online, at 11 am!
End of Summer Celebration: Karaoke + More!
Friends, we invite you to a special end-of-summer celebration at Shannon Turner's house in the East Lake Neighborhood!
Date: Thursday, August 22, 2024
Time: 7:00-10:00p
Details:
Snacks provided, bring your own beverages!
Activities will include karaoke, cornhole, and croquet, as well as a café area for those who want to just hang out and chat.
Rain plan: Karaoke, café, and maybe some board games inside. If we do wind up hanging out inside, shoes off will be appreciated.
We are asking for 2-3 volunteers to help set up starting around 5:30p.
Interested in attending? Email social@neighborhoodchurchATL.com and we'll send you the address!
Heritage & Harmony: A Summer Film Series
Harmony and Heritage: A Summer Documentary Series
Join Neighborhood Church and First Existentialist Church of Atlanta for a summer exploration of history and justice. This series will take you on a profound journey through history and the ongoing quest for justice. Join us and be part of the conversation!
Sunday, August 18, 2024 - 1:00 PM (The Lavender Scare)
Location: Neighborhood Church, Believer’s Outlet Coworking Space (enter through the orange door)
Summer Social Connect Dinner
Join us for a very casual, low commitment, high fun dinner meet up on the Third Thursday of June, July, and August this summer. We'll pick a spot within 15 minutes of Neighborhood Church and gather for conversation, dinner, and hopefully new friendships. Fill out this form to get added to the GroupMe where we’ll collectively select the location!
Heritage & Harmony: A Summer Film Series
Harmony and Heritage: A Summer Documentary Series
Join Neighborhood Church and First Existentialist Church of Atlanta for a summer exploration of history and justice. This series will take you on a profound journey through history and the ongoing quest for justice. Join us and be part of the conversation!
Sunday, July 28, 2024 - 1:00 PM (One Bullet, Many Lives)
Sunday, August 18, 2024 - 1:00 PM (The Lavender Scare)
Location: Neighborhood Church, Believer’s Outlet Coworking Space (enter through the orange door)
NeighborFEST
NeighborFEST: July 28
Mark your calendars! Our next NeighborFEST is coming up on July 28 from 12-3 pm. We hope you'll plan to join us for this gathering at the intersection of community, faith, and justice.
What to expect at this quarter's NeighborFEST?
Justice partners
Community orgs
A chance to chat with our church board
& more!
More info to follow soon!
Summer Social Connect Outing
On Fourth Thursdays in June, July, and August, we'll meet up for a fun social outing - possibly bowling, roller skating, etc. (firm plans TBA). Food will be a part of the evening, too!
Fill out this form to get added to the GroupMe where we’ll collectively select the activity!