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News and Programs 1.29.26
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MindfulEmory Faculty and Staff Retreat
Friday, February 6, 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Cannon Chapel
Join the University Chaplaincy and Emory faculty and staff for a Mindful Emory contemplative retreat for employees. The retreat will offer time to slow down, build community, and support resilience through yoga, a sound bath, meditation, journaling, mindful eating, and gentle group practices. It is free and open to all Emory University faculty and staff. A vegetarian lunch will be provided. Attendance will be capped at the first 50 registrants.
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Emory University Chaplaincy: Soul Food Gospel Fest 2026
Sunday, February 15, 2026, 3:00-5:00 p.m., Emory Student Center Multipurpose Rooms
Join Emory's Voice of Inner Strength Gospel Choir and guest gospel choirs from the Greater Atlanta area for a celebration with music, liturgical dance, and spoken word. A free soul food lunch will be shared. Join us as we celebrate Jesus and Black History Month. Cosponsored by the Emory University Chaplaincy, Belonging and Community Justice, and Voices of Inner Strength Gospel Choir. For more information, please contact religiouslife@emory.edu.
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New Campus Safety Measures: Cannon Chapel
Effective January 21, 2026, due to new campus safety protocols, an Emory ID card is now needed to enter campus buildings, including Cannon Chapel. At Cannon Chapel, only the door by White Hall is now available for entry. If you have difficulty entering, please visit the website for more information.
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Emory University Chaplaincy Recap: International Holocaust Remembrance Day Lecture 2026
On Tuesday, January 27, 2026, the Emory University Chaplaincy and partners hosted over 150 students, staff, faculty, and friends in Ackerman Hall to mark International Holocaust Remembrance Day by hearing an inspiring survivor speak, Hershel Greenblat. His message of showing kindness to others and rejecting hate in all its forms resounded to all. Every seat in the room was filled, giving him rapt attention. Students there were eager to continue the work of bridgebuilding and care.
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Emory University Chaplaincy: Flourishing Fellows Brew and Breathe
Saturday, February 7, 1:00-4:00 p.m., Emory Interfaith Center
Join us for a mid-semester study break at the Emory Interfaith Center. Sign up below and bring a friend. Register here.
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Emory University Chaplaincy: Flourishing Fellows Community Suppers
Postponed to Saturday, February 7 at 6:00 p.m., Interfaith Center, 1707 N Decatur Road
The Flourishing Fellows present a family-style dinner for students at 1707 N Decatur Road. Join us on February 7 at 6:00 p.m. Sign up here and bring a friend.
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Interreligious Chaplaincy Conversation with Emory Dean of Religious Life and University Chaplain, The Rev. Dr. Gregory W. McGonigle
Wednesday, February 4, 6:00 p.m. Eastern, Zoom
Join in a virtual gathering sponsored by Chicago Theological Seminary based on Dean McGonigle's book Religious Diversity and University Chaplaincy. The Zoom link is available here.
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International Community Friday Lunch
Fridays, 11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m., Cannon Chapel, Brooks Commons
- Friday, January 30
- Friday, February 13
- Friday, March 20
- Friday, April 10
International Community Friday Lunch (ICFL) is a long-standing collaboration between the Emory University Chaplaincy and International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS). The purpose of these lunches is to extend a warm welcome, share helpful resources from our sponsors, and create a space for the international community to gather over a free meal. ICFL is held in Cannon Chapel's Brooks Commons from 11:30am - 12:30pm.
To ensure we are best serving active participants, we will serve the first 100 students and scholars who arrive for ICFL. We encourage you to arrive as early as possible to enjoy this very popular program. For questions, please contact religiouslife@emory.edu.
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International Community Coffee Hour (New Time)
Fridays, 10:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m., Cannon Chapel, Brooks Commons
- Friday, February 6
- Friday, February 20
- Friday, February 27
- Friday, March 27
International Community Coffee Hour (ICCH) continues as one of the University Chaplaincy and ISSS’ regular programs. This semester, on Fridays when there are not International Lunches, we are adjusting the time of the coffee hour to 10:30 a.m. The coffee hours are a time for the international community to gather over coffee, tea, and light refreshments. During each event, attendees will hear from sponsors and have the opportunity to mingle and talk. For questions, please contact religiouslife@emory.edu.
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Upcoming Spiritual Life Programs
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Beloved Community Christian Worship and Free Lunch
Sundays during Term, 11 a.m. Service, Noon Free Lunch, Cannon Chapel
Emory Beloved Community is a weekly ecumenical Protestant worship service for the campus community, held in Cannon Chapel. All are welcome. For more information, please contact Emory Christian Chaplain Rev. Maddie Herlong at mhend25@emory.edu.
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Beloved Community Spring Bible Study
Tuesdays during Term starting January 20, 6:00 p.m., Emory Interfaith Center Student Lounge, 1707 N. Decatur Road
Beloved Community invites you to join us for Bible study on Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. in the Interfaith Center student lounge. We’ll be studying the Psalms using The Heart of the Psalms: God’s Word to the World.
For questions, and to sign up, email Emory's Christian Chaplain at mhend25@emory.edu.
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Mindfulness Circle at Interfaith Center
Mondays during Term, 6-7 p.m., Emory Interfaith Center Meditation Room, 1707 N. Decatur Road
Facilitated by Emory Buddhist Chaplain Venerable Priya Rakkhit Sraman, the Mindfulness Circle is a space exclusively for Emory students to practice mindfulness as a group. Every Monday during the semester, we will engage in a mindfulness exercise followed by conversations around the practices of mindfulness. Light refreshments will be provided.
For more information, please contact Buddhist Chaplain Venerable Priya at psraman@emory.edu.
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Weekly Buddhist Meditation and Dharma Gathering
Thurdays during Term
- 5:15 p.m. Community Tea in Cannon Room 106
- 6:00 p.m. Meditation in Cannon Chapel Sanctuary
Come to enjoy light refreshments before meditation, and to connect with Emory Buddhist Club leaders and friends.
For more information, please contact Buddhist Chaplain Venerable Priya at psraman@emory.edu.
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Wat Lao Buddha Khanti Retreat
Saturday, February 21, 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Wat Lao Buddha Khanti (4052 Zoar Church Rd SW Snellville, GA 30039)
A one-day retreat is being held at the Wat Lao Buddha Khanti temple on February 21. The beautiful temple was built by the local Laotian community where it acts as a space for Buddhist practice and monk residency. The renowned Huong Dao monks leading the walk for peace recently visited the Wat Lao temple during their passage through Georgia to help spread awareness of their message. Now, the temple is hosting a camp that brings the community together through meditation, Dharma learning, discussion, and mindful games. Attendance is free, but $25 donations are encouraged to help support the temple. Transportation will also be provided to Emory students, but registration is required and can be done here. You are welcome to join as a participant and/or as a volunteer.
For questions and if you are planning to join, please contact the Emory Buddhist Chaplain at psraman@emory.edu.
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Muslim Jumu'ah Prayers and Halal Lunch
Fridays Year Round, Prayers 1:55 p.m., Lunch 2:30 p.m., Cannon Chapel
Join us for Friday Prayers every week, which will be followed by a hot halal lunch in Brooks Commons during term. Join the Emory Muslim Life elist here.
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Save the Date: Emory Ramadan 2026
More information coming soon.
The Muslim month of Ramadan will span February 18 through March 19, 2026. During this time, Emory Muslim students, faculty, and staff will be observing with daily fasting from dawn through the sunlight hours and nightly iftar communal prayers and dinner. On Atlanta campus, Emory University Muslim Life will hold weeknight Ramadan Iftars in Cannon Chapel with fast-breaking, call to prayer, prayers, and a halal buffet dinner.
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, in which observing Muslims fast from all food and drink from dawn to sunset for a lunar month. Fasting is regarded as an essential spiritual practice for body, mind, and, soul that is valued across Muslim communities. The observance of fasting during the month of Ramadan is noted in the Qur'an and has come to represent the values of reflection, unity, celebration, and personal as well as communal growth. This year, the sacred month of Ramadan is expected to be observed from sundown February 17 through March 19, 2026 (These days could potentially shift one day based on the sighting of the moon). Learn more here.
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Muslim Students Association: Halaqa and Hike
Sunday, February 1, 2:00-3:30 p.m., Lullwater Preserve
Hike from Clairmont campus around Emory's beautiful Lullwater Preserve and gather for an Islamic lecture and reflection led by our Muslim Chaplain. Learn more and register here.
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Congregational Maghrib Prayer
Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:50-6:45 p.m., AMUC 125 Prayer Room
Join us for communal Maghrib prayer on Mondays and Wednesdays. This will occur on a weekly basis in the AMUC. Insha’Allah, we hope this becomes a means of community as the month of Ramadan approaches us. Learn more here.
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Emory MSA: Black Muslim Brunch
Saturday, February 7, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m., Brooks Commons in Cannon Chapel at 515 South Kilgo Circle NE
Join Emory's Muslim Student Association for the annual Black Muslim Brunch on Saturday, February 7. Meet people from multiple Atlanta universities over food and games. RSVP here and bring along a friend (or a few).
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Hindu Aarthi
Fridays during Term, 5-6 p.m., Cannon Chapel
Join Emory's Hindu community for weekly prayers and community. All are welcome.
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Emory Hindu Life: Hinduism Roundtable
Thursdays during Term, 5:30-6:30 p.m., AMUC 125
Come be part of a welcoming space for thoughtful conversation and community. Every Thursday, we gather from 5:30-6:30 pm in AMUC 125 to discuss Hindu ideas, engage critically, and interact with meaningful readings. Whether you’re deeply rooted in Hinduism or simply curious to learn more, this circle offers a chance to reflect, ask questions, and explore the Hindu tradition. Come with questions and ideas. Snacks will be served.
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Emory Jewish Life: Judaism as a Spiritual Path
Fridays starting January 23, Noon, AMUC 125
Join Emory Jewish Chaplain Rabbi Jordan Braunig for weekly Torah study in AMUC 125. All are welcome. For questions, please email jordan.braunig@emory.edu.
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Chabad at Emory: Shabbat
Fridays during Term, Services 7:30 p.m., Dinner 8:00 p.m., 1500 N Decatur Road, Atlanta, GA 30306
Join fellow Emoryites and experience Shabbat at Chabad. A perfect blend of gourmet food, spirited singing, friendly schmoozing, and inspired ideas. RVSP is a must. Text “Shabbat Dinner” to 404.999.7787 to register. Sponsored by Chabad at Emory. Learn more here.
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HIllel at Emory: Upcoming Activities
Welcome back to campus and to spring semester at Emory Hillel. Classes are back, the vibes are back, and so are we. Kick off the semester with cookies, learning, bagels, and a cozy Welcome Back Shabbat. Learn more about upcoming Hillel events here.
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Hillel at Emory: Tu BiShvat Seder
Sunday, February 1, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Hillel Social Hall
Celebrate the Jewish New Year for the Trees with a meaningful seder full of fruits, nuts, reflection, and community. Come slow down, connect, and celebrate together—we’d love to see you there. Learn more here.
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Hillel at Emory: Georgia Aquarium Trip
Sunday, February 8, 12:30 - 3:30 p.m., meet at Hillel at 11:45 a.m. for transportation, ticket price is $20
Dive into an afternoon of wonder as Hillel explores the Georgia Aquarium together. From mesmerizing marine life to unforgettable moments with friends, this is a trip you won’t want to miss. Tickets are $20 and spots are limited, so please sign up here if you would like to attend.
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MEOR at Emory: Challah Bake, Freshman Shabbat, and JLaw and JBiz Spring 2026 Schedule
MEOR is sponsoring a Challah bake night at 6:00 p.m. on January 28, and a Freshman Shabbat on January 30, both to be held at the Fleshel house. Learn more here.
Learn more about the MEOR JLaw and JBiz spring 2026 schedule below.
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University Catholic Center: Weekly Offerings
- Sunday - Catholic Mass, 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Cannon Chapel
- Tuesday - Catholic Eucharistic Adoration, 5:00 p.m., University Catholic Center, 1753 N Decatur Rd
- Wednesday - Catholic Mass, 5:00 p.m., University Catholic Center, 1753 N Decatur Rd
- Friday - Catholic Mass, 5:00 p.m., University Catholic Center, 1753 N Decatur Rd
We also have the Rosary being prayed as a group on:
- Monday/Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. on the Quad
- Tuesday/Thursday at 1:00 p.m. on the Quad
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University Catholic Center: Volunteer with Atlanta Mission
Join the University Catholic Center and volunteer with Atlanta Mission. Sign up here.
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Reformed University Fellowship
Mark your calendars for these events so you can come by and see us.
This semester, join RUF every Wednesday in Cannon Chapel for mingling at 7 pm and worship at 7:30 pm. Series is titled, "Who Is This Guy?: The Gospel of Mark."
Learn more about other RUF activities here.
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Bread Coffeehouse
1227 Clifton Road, Atlanta, GA 30307
Visit Bread Coffeehouse or join us for DBS (Dinner, Band, and Stories) on Thursdays at 7:15 p.m. Espresso Bar open M-Th, 12-5 p.m.
To learn more, visit here.
Small Groups are Back
New small groups (or smoops, as we affectionately call them) are forming. If you're interested in cooking, crafting, painting, Bible study, pondering life, playing games, or just hanging out with cool people, there's a small group for you. Please check out the interest form below.
Spring Retreat
We are headed to Woodland Christian Camp February 20-22. Our senior leaders have been hard at work planning since October and are so excited for the weekend to be here. Sign ups are live and a $25 deposit (full payment is $50) is due by 2/5 to guarantee a tshirt. If money is a barrier to being a part of the weekend let us know.
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Emory Graduate Christian Fellowship: Weekly Bible Study
Thursdays during term, 6:00-7:00 p.m., AMUC 125C
Come spend time with reading God’s word with us. No preparation needed, just show up. To learn more, join the GCF GroupMe here.
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Baptist Collegiate Ministry: Large Group Meetings Spring 2026
Thursdays, 7:00 p.m., AMUC 108
It's that time. Our first large group gathering of the semester is TONIGHT at AMUC 108. Doors open at 7:00 for pizza and games and Bible study starts at 7:30pm. Hope to see you there. Learn more here.
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Emory Orthodox Christian Fellowship Faith and Falafel
Every Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., Cannon Chapel Room 314
As always, come grab free falafel sandwiches, relax, and meet people from all walks of life. Whether you come every week or this would be your first time, we’d love to see you there. Bring a friend, bring your questions, or just bring your appetite.
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International InterVarsity Fellowship
International students and visiting scholars are invited to be a part of the International InterVarsity Christian community. At Cannon Chapel's Brooks Commons each Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. is Tea Talk, a chance to have boba tea and practice English conversation, Fridays at 6:30 p.m. is Dinner and Bible Study, and other activities like hiking trips are announced regularly. Please check and sign up for our coming activities here.
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Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church: Sunday Worship Services
Sundays, 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m., Glenn Memorial Church
Glenn Memorial UMC invites you to worship with us. A short walk to the front gate of campus, Glenn has a thriving young adult group, and we welcome newcomers anytime. Are you an early riser to get a head start on homework? The 8:30 service might be for you. Do you sleep in on Sundays? We'll catch you at 11:00 am. There is a place for you at Glenn, and we'd love to help you find it.
For more info about worship or young adult ministry, visit our website here https://www.glennumc.org/young-adults or contact Director of Young Adult Ministries Sutton Smith at 334-707-1486.
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Wesley Fellowship at Emory University
Wesley Fellowship is a campus ministry for undergraduates and graduate students at Emory University. Wesley Fellowships and Foundations exist all over the country as ministries of the United Methodist Church, giving students the opportunity for community and spiritual formation. Wesley ministries are named for John Wesley (1703-1791), the founder of the Methodist movement.
Wesley is a United Methodist college ministry housed at Glenn Memorial UMC on Emory's campus. We are open-minded, LGBTQ-affirming, and justice-seeking. Follow us on Instagram @emorywesleyfellowship and join our GroupMe to stay connected. Reach out to Director Sutton Smith at ssmith@glennumc.org with questions.
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Candler School of Theology: Chapel Worship Schedule
Tuesdays and Thursdays during Term, 11:05 a.m. - 12 p.m., Cannon Chapel Sanctuary
All are welcome to join the Candler community in ecumenical Christian worship. View the Candler worship schedule here.
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Friends Meeting for Worship at Emory (Quakers)
Wednesdays, 4-5 p.m., Cannon Chapel Room 106
Join us for silent worship and reflection. All students, faculty, and staff welcome. For further information, please contact Professor Christine Moe, Department of Global Health, at clmoe@emory.edu.
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Carlos Museum Exhibit: Compassion: What Moves You
Opening January 31, 3:00 p.m.
As part of Emory University's Year of Compassion, the Carlos Museum has partnered with the Emory Center for Contemplative Science and Compassion-Based Ethics to present Compassion: What Moves You?, an exhibition that invites visitors to explore compassion in a concrete and experiential way. Through questions of motivation, empathy, shared humanity, and ethical responsibility, the exhibition considers how compassion is cultivated—and why it sometimes fails.
Join us on Saturday, January 31 at 3 p.m. as we celebrate the opening of this timely exhibition with a curatorial conversation featuring curators Brendan Ozawa-de Silva, associate teaching professor at the Center for Contemplative Science and Compassion-Based Ethics, and Jennifer Knox, Director of Character Education and Ron M. Brill Chair of Ethical Leadership, Woodward Academy, alongside Kosuke Matsushima, artist and founder of ARu, Inc., as they discuss the themes found in this timely exhibition. This conversation is free and open to the public; registration is required.
Compassion: What Moves You? is organized by the Michael C. Carlos Museum. This exhibition was made possible by the generous financial support of the Charles S. Ackerman Fund, the Christian Humann Foundation, and Keio University. Learn more here.
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Emory Black Student Union and Belonging and Community Justice: Black History Month Kick-Off
Monday, February 2, 12:00 - 2:00 p.m., location available upon RSVP
Join in celebrating 100 year celebration of Black History Month. Come ready for food, fun, and a great time with the EBSU and BCJ staff. Emory Students, faculty, and staff are welcome to attend this joyous event. Please RSVP here if you would like to attend.
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Emory Sacred Harp Singing
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 10:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m., dinner on the Grounds at Noon, Wesley Teaching Chapel, Candler School of Theology
Sacred Harp singing is a form of participatory shape-note harmony hymn singing that has been practiced in Georgia since mid-nineteenth century. No prior experience is expected. Songbooks will be provided.
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Emory Center for Ethics: Thou Shall Not See: Ethics and Prohibiting Images
Thursday, February 12 , 2:30-4:30 p.m., 1531 Dickey Drive, Room 102
Much as certain words are prohibited because they are deemed dangerous or degrading, some images are also considered too threatening to produce, distribute, or view.
What is the nature of such illicit images?
What fears or concerns justify forbidding them? Though beauty may be in the eye of the beholder, some images flirt with truth and justice, while deepfakes misconstrue and lead astray. Join us for a heartfelt conversation about controlling-even banning—what we might see.
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Emory Green Networking Night
Thursday, February 12, 6:00-8:00 p.m., Emory Rollins School of Publich Health Margaret H. Rollins Room
In need of career, academic, or general life advice and guidance? Look no further. Emory’s 18th Annual Green Networking Night features an informal networking opportunity with 60+ alumni and colleagues working in green careers who are ready to connect with you. On February 12th, Green Networking Night will return as an in-person event at Margaret H. Rollins Ballroom in Emory Rollins School of Public Health. Delicious hors d’oeuvres will be served. Click here to RSVP as an undergraduate student, here to RSVP as a graduate student, and here to RSVP as an alum or professional.
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Save the Date: Emory Hiring Expo at Candler
Tuesday, March 3, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., RARB Atrium
Ready to launch your career? Don’t miss the Emory Hiring Expo. Mark your calendar for Tuesday, March 3, and join us in the Candler Atrium from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM for an incredible opportunity to connect, explore, and grow.
This one-stop event brings together full-time roles, temporary positions, and summer internships—all in one place.
- Network with Emory recruiters
- Discover opportunities that match your skills and passions
- Explore career paths across Emory University
And that’s not all—meet the chaplains from the Emory University Chaplaincy to learn about resources that support your personal and spiritual well-being. Open to the Emory community. Your next career move starts here—don’t miss it.
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Science on Spiritual Health Symposium 2026
Wednesday, March 25, 1:00-5:30 p.m., AMUC Harland Cinema
Discover MOSAIC: Psychedelics and Religious Traditions. The MOSAIC initiative meets two significant needs: providing culturally competent, beneficial care to psychedelic experiencers; and informing the ongoing debates surrounding the use of and access to psychedelic compounds. Free onsite and online streaming access for Emory students, faculty and staff.
Use coupon code SOS26FREE to register for the free onsite and online streaming access.
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Tu B'Shvat Tree Planting with Adamah ATL and GIPL 2026
Sunday, February 1, 2026, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Help us plant trees in East Point to help sustain our urban forest and celebrate Tu B'Shvat. These trees will provide cleaner air, cool shade, and all-around improved habitat for humans and wildlife living in our community. For more information and to RSVP, please visit the website here.
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Opportunities and Resources
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Hinton Center: Hiring Summer Staff
Hinton Center is hiring Summer Staff for our 10-week Summer Mission Outreach program in the mountains of Western North Carolina. Staff receive on-campus housing and most meals, serve Sunday afternoon through Thursday afternoon each week, and gain experience in leadership, basic home repair, worship/devotional rhythms, and relationship-building with campers and volunteers.
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Summer Study Abroad: The Tibetan Mind/Body Sciences
Deadline: February 13, 2026
The Tibetan Mind/Body Sciences program in India is a five-week long study abroad opportunity that brings together the best of both western science and the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. Participants meet leading spiritual teachers of the Tibetan tradition, often including His Holiness the Dalai Lama, and engage in the ongoing dialogue between Tibetan Buddhism and modern science. Course work includes the study of Tibetan culture, Tibetan medicine, Buddhist philosophy, contemplative practice, and secular ethics. Students also have direct interaction with Tibetan monks and nuns studying neuroscience, biology, and physics. Learn more here.
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Avodah: Jewish Service Corps
Deadline: February 26, 2026
The Jewish Service Corps is an immersive service year program running September 2025 - August 2026 for emerging changemakers ages 21-26. Participants spend a year serving full-time at a non-profit in Chicago, New Orleans, New York, or Washington, DC while living and learning in a justice-oriented, pluralistic Jewish community. Corps Members are placed full-time at leading nonprofits and contribute to our partners’ work on crucial justice issues. Corps Members are supported in their work by robust programming that allows participants to explore different visions for movements for justice, the role of community in building a more just world, and how they want to show up as Jewish people in justice work. Apply here by February 26 if you are interested. For more information, please contact Avodah's team using this form.
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Spring 2026 Therapy and Support Groups
CAPS offers a number of differ therapy and support groups each semester. Review the schedule above for more information. For questions, please contact alexandra.j.scott@emory.edu.
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United Methodist Higher Education Foundation Scholarships Available
Deadline: March 1, 2026
Students are invited to apply for scholarships from the United Methodist Higher Education Foundation to help fund the 2026-2027 academic year. Annually, they award upwards of $2 million to hundreds of students planning to attend a United Methodist-related school, including Emory. Visit their website here for more information.
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Eagle Food Pantry and Donations
The Eagle Food Pantry is a free food pantry for Emory University Students housed at Bread Coffeehouse. We are open Fridays from 9 am-5 pm during the semester and can be found at 1227 Clifton Rd. Students can visit the pantry as many times as needed and there is no food limit.
Donations can be made through our Amazon wishlist, our website, or dropped off at Bread Monday-Thursday 12-5 pm. Our most desired items are pasta, pasta sauce, oatmeal packets, peanut butter, jelly, granola bars, fruit cups, canned beans, canned veggies, and canned soup. For questions, please email eaglefoodpantry@breadcoffeehouse.org.
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Weekly Spiritual Gatherings
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There is a plethora of weekly religious and philosophical gatherings offered at Emory. Many of them are listed here and at the button below.
Check back for more weekly gatherings as the semester gets started.
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Emory University Chaplaincy: Chaplain Office Hours in AMUC 125
Monday-Friday starting January 20, Noon-2 p.m., AMUC 125
Emory University Chaplaincy chaplains are available Monday through Friday from approximately Noon-2 pm during term in AMUC Suite 125 to offer pastoral care and have meetings with students, faculty, and staff. The general schedule is below and may vary semester to semester.
- Monday: Rev. Maddie Herlong
- Tuesday: Ven. Priya Rakkhit Sraman
- Wednesday: Ustadh Dr. Rahimjon Abdugafurov
- Thursday: Pandit Rajeev Persaud
- Friday: Rabbi Jordan Braunig
To schedule a time with a chaplain outside of these hours, please contact them directly here.
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Religious Accommodations: List of Major Religious Holidays 2025-26
Emory OSRL seeks to provide guidance for the Emory community regarding upcoming religious holiday observances that may impact the community by providing a list of major religious holidays observed by sizeable religious demographic groups within the Emory community. These are provided in order to assist community members with avoiding potential schedule conflicts. For more information, please click here. For questions, please contact religiouslife@emory.edu.
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Upcoming Religious Holidays
These events are drawn from the multifaith calendar maintained by the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life at Harvard Divinity School. To see more upcoming religious holidays and festivals, please click here.
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Tu B'Shevat
Sun., Feb. 1, 2026
Tradition: Judaism
A mid-winter celebration of the new year of the trees. Sometimes referred to as “Jewish Earth Day.”
Laylat al-Bara'a
Tue., Feb. 3, 2026
Tradition: Islam
On this night, God approaches the Earth to call humanity and to grant forgiveness of sins. Observed on the 14th day of the lunar month of Sha’ban.
Maha Shivaratri
Sun., Feb. 15, 2026
Tradition: Hinduism
A feast dedicated to the Hindu deity Shiva. The night before the feast, fasting is observed, texts are recited, songs sung, and stories told in honor of this God whose cosmic dance creates, preserves, destroys, and recreates the world.
Nirvana Day
Sun., Feb. 15, 2026
Tradition: Buddhism
In the northern tradition, it commemorates the parinirvana of the Buddha. In cultures of Southeast Asia, the Buddha’s parinirvana is remembered during Wesak. The dates and names of Buddhist celebrations vary significantly among cultures and communities.
Ash Wednesday
Wed., Feb. 18, 2026
Tradition: Christianity-Protestant, Christianity-Roman Catholic
A special day of repentance observed by Protestant and Roman Catholic Christians to mark the beginning of Lent, the 40-day period (excluding Sundays) of prayer, repentance, and self-denial preceding Easter. The name derives from the practice of marking the faithful with ashes to signify penitence.
Ramadan
Wed., Feb. 18 – Wed., Mar. 18, 2026
Tradition: Islam
The Holy Month of Ramadan is the month of fasting during which Muslims who are physically able do not eat or drink from the first sign of dawn until sunset in honor of the first revelations to the Prophet Muhammad. The evening meal is celebrated with family.
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Emory University Chaplaincy ENews is published weekly during term by the Emory University Chaplaincy, publicizing Atlanta-campus spiritual life programs. It is not a comprehensive listing. For Oxford College spiritual life, please click here. To submit information or to update your preferences, please contact religiouslife@emory.edu.
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