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News and Programs 11.2.23
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Emory Voices of Inner Strength Gospel Choir Fall Concert 2023
Saturday, November 11, 7:00 p.m., Cannon Chapel
Join the Emory University Office of Spiritual and Religious Life (OSRL) and the Voices of Inner Strength Gospel Choir (VOIS) for our annual Fall Concert.
VOIS offers a space for soul healing and reflection through worship music of many different Christian genres. VOIS has been active on Emory's campus for over 30 years and is directed by Mr. Maury Allums.
A light dinner will be provided immediately after the concert. Parking is free on Saturdays at Emory's Oxford Road and Peavine parking lots.
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A Call for Compassion
Dear Members of the Emory Community,
Greetings of peace. In this time of deep loss, grief, ongoing bloodshed, and hurt, we write to you as leaders within the interfaith community at our Emory.
At moments such as this, let us avoid the vilification and polarization that have long plagued our society, take good care of each other, affirm each other’s dignity, and find ways to be in conversation across difference. We must seek to “other” no one, but instead, work towards making sure that everybody feels welcome and safe at our shared Emory, where “The wise heart seeks knowledge.”
The conflict in Israel and Palestine has triggered incidents of Islamophobia, Antisemitism, and Anti-Arab bias, across our country and across the globe. We ask that all of us would recognize our common humanity and the sacredness of every life.
Our hope is that Emory will be a place where hatred, prejudice, bias, and bigotry find no foothold. We are deeply pained by the loss of life and dispirited by the continuing cycles of violence, but we maintain a fervent hope that a time of peace will come. Let us live out the vision of a community guided by consideration, kindness, and understanding, right here at Emory.
If you are interested in an OSRL-facilitated, reflective conversation across differences about the war and its impacts, please express your interest here and we will be in touch.
Rabbi Jordan Braunig
Jewish Chaplain
Office of Spiritual and Religious Life (OSRL)
Emory University
Dr. Isam Vaid
Muslim Religious Life Scholar
Office of Spiritual and Religious Life (OSRL)
Emory University
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Emory Interfaith Day of Service
Sunday, November 12, 12:30-4:30 pm, Meet at Emory Interfaith Center, 1707 N. Decatur Road
Come build bridges across religious and spiritual perspectives and join us in an afternoon helping to clean up our local creeks and waterways. Join Emory OSRL and the Emory Purpose Project as we partner with Georgia Interfaith Power and Light, the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta, and Ismaili Civic.
We will start by meeting each other for a shared lunch and reflection, then travel to our service site to serve from 2-4 pm, and then return to campus.
Please register below. Space is limited. For questions, please contact religiouslife@emory.edu.
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Emory OSRL Giving Week 2023
October 30-November 3, 2023
In this season of thanksgiving, please join OSRL in supporting spiritual life at Emory. Donations made anytime now through Friday count toward our total and help to support spiritual life and interfaith work.
You can give to many programs including:
- Emory Interfaith Center
- Inter-Religious Council
- Journeys of Reconciliation
- Voices of Inner Strength Gospel Choir
- Hindu Life
- Buddhist Life
- Jewish Life
- Christian Life
- Muslim Life
- Sikh Life
- Jain Life
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Emory Interfaith Center Hours
Monday-Thursday: 9 am - 8 pm
Friday: 9 am - 6 pm
Saturday-Sunday: By reservation for programs
To request a reservation, please visit interfaithcenter.emory.edu. The Emory Interfaith Center is located at 1707 N. Decatur Road.
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Emory Support Resources
In light of the ongoing violence in the Middle East and other global tragedies, please remember that Emory offers a variety of support resources available for students, faculty, and staff. Emory University Office of Spiritual and Religious Life Support Resources:
1. OSRL chaplains and religious life affiliates are available for pastoral care, which is a form of confidential care and counseling provided by spiritual leaders. OSRL offers pastoral care to all Emory students, faculty, and staff of all faiths and no faith, and we make no assumptions about a person's faith or practice. Pastoral care can be as simple as a listening ear for emotional support, or it can involve exploring beliefs, teachings, scriptures, and rituals. For an appointment, please contact our team directly at: OSRL Staff and OSRL Religious Life Affiliates.
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Flourishing Fellows: Community Supper
Saturday, November 4, 6:00 p.m., Emory Interfaith Center, 1707 N. Decatur Road
Join Emory University OSRL's Flourishing Fellows for conversation and a family-style meal. This meal is open to all Emory students who might like a little company and thinking about flourishing. Hope to see you there. Register here. For questions, please contact Rabbi Jordan Braunig.
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Racial Healing Circles at Emory (In-Person)
Thursday, November 9, 1:00-2:30 p.m., Emory Interfaith Center, 1707 N. Decatur Road
The Emory University community is invited to participate in the first Racial Healing Circle hosted by the Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation (TRHT) Initiative. A Racial Healing Circle is an opportunity for people from all backgrounds to come together and establish connections through our shared humanity. It is a safe, brave, and responsible space where people recognize they have more in common than different. The circle experience is a place where your story is seen, heard, and valued.
Racial Healing Circles at Emory (Virtual)
Thursday, December 7, 1:00-2:30 p.m., Zoom
The Emory University community is invited to participate in the first Racial Healing Circle hosted by the Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation (TRHT) Initiative. A Racial Healing Circle is an opportunity for people from all backgrounds to come together and establish connections through our shared humanity. It is a safe, brave, and responsible space where people recognize they have more in common than different. The circle experience is a place where your story is seen, heard, and valued.
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Midweek Musical Meditation
Wednesdays during term, 12:00-12:15 p.m. EST, Zoom and Facebook Live
All are invited to reflect and decompress in a mid-week, mid-day time of sacred music. Join Music Director Maury Allums and the Emory University Office of Spiritual and Religious Life in taking a moment to breathe and connect with others in our community. Register on Zoom or follow on our Facebook Live.
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Midweek Musical Meditation - 11.1.23
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Recap: Second Annual Muscogee Teach-In
On Friday, October 27, Emory University hosted the second annual Muscgoee Teach-In in the Emory Student Center and on McDonough Plaza. The program included remarks from Emory and Muscogee leaders, Muscogee hymn-singing, an artist conversation by Johnnie Diacon about Muscogee art and culture, and a stomp dance led by The Rev. Chebon Kernell. The event was sponsored by Emory Native American and Indigenous Studies, Office of the Provost, Emory College of Arts and Sciences, James Weldon Johnson Institute, and Office of Spiritual and Religious Life.
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Buddhist Meditation in Cannon Chapel
Thursdays, 6:00 p.m., Cannon Chapel
Join the Emory Buddhist community in guided meditation and discussion. Come to meditate, to make friends, and to learn about Buddhist life at Emory.
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International Community Friday Lunch
Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Brooks Commons, Cannon Chapel
International Community Friday Lunch (ICFL) is a long-standing collaboration between the Office of Spiritual and Religious Life (OSRL) and International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS).
This gathering extends a warm welcome and builds community for international students and scholars over a free lunch. Attendees will also meet sponsors who will share helpful campus resources.
ICFL occurs on Fridays from 11:30 am-12:30 pm in Cannon Chapel Brooks Commons. Meals are limited in number; therefore, please register in advance for each week you will attend.
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Beloved Community Christian Worship in Cannon Chapel
Sundays, 11:00 a.m. Service, Noon Free Lunch, Cannon Chapel
Emory Beloved Community is the weekly progressive ecumenical Christian worship service for the campus community held Sunday mornings in Cannon Chapel and followed by a free lunch. All are welcome. For more information, contact Emory Christian Chaplain Rev. Maddie Henderson Herlong.
Pride Service has been rescheduled for Spring 2024 semester.
Preaching November 5: Music Sunday with Mr. Maury Allums, Director of Music, Emory OSRL
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Intervarsity Biweekly Prayer
Thursday, November 2, 7:00 p.m. in ESC 301
LaFe (Latino Fellowship), CBC (Collegiate Black Christians), and ECF (Emory Christian Fellowship) will be hosting our Bi-weekly Prayer this week. Join us on Thursday, November 2 at 7:00 p.m. in ESC 301 as we gather with our brothers and sisters in Christ to pray for our campus.
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Emory Graduate Christian Fellowship: November First Friday Dinner
Friday, November 3, 7:00 p.m., Brooks Commons Cannon Chapel
Join Emory Graduate Christian Fellowship on November 3 at 7:00 p.m. in Cannon Chapel for fellowship with graduate students from around Emory and good food from Mediterranean Grill. Sign up here.
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Inter-MSA Hike
Saturday, November 4, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Kennesaw Mountain
There will be a unified MSA hike in collaboration with Georgia Tech, Life, Emory, Georgia State University, and Oglethorpe University MSA’s. The adventure awaits at Kennesaw Mountain on November 4 from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
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Emory Hindu Students Association: Garba 2023
Saturday, November 4, 7:00 p.m., ESC Multipurpose Rooms
Join the Emory Hindu Students Association for a celebratory night including a full catered dinner by Madras Mantra, performance by SaRaas, music by Sidd Kel, and lots of dancing. Please RSVP here.
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Holistic Hub: Embracing Energy
Sunday, November 5, 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m., at Cannon Chapel Room 106
Join the Holistic Hub as they embrace energy by participating in energizing vinyasa flow and positive meditation. Learn more here.
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FYC Mac n' Mocktails
Sunday November 5, 6:30 p.m.
This Sunday is FYC’s Mac N Mocktails. Join FYC for a night of homemade Mac n cheese, mocktails, and painting. Learn more here.
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Religion and Public Health Community of Scholars Reception
Thursday, November 9, 5:00-6:30 p.m., Klamon Room, 8th Floor, Claudia Nance Rollins Building, Rollins School of Public Health
Anyone in the Emory University and larger Atlanta community who is interested in knowing more about the unique religion and public health educational resources at Emory are invited. Come and meet faculty and student scholars from other disciplines and schools across the university to learn what is happening at this interdisciplinary intersection. Join us to discover ways you can be involved in this exciting field.
Graduates and current students taking interdisciplinary coursework, enrolled in the dual-degree program (MDiv/MPH and MTS/MPH), and working for the Certificate in Religion and Health will discuss their interprofessional learning experiences at Emory. Join us and learn about the ways in which religion and public health can work together in research and practice.
Light refreshments will be served. No RSVP required. All are welcome. For more information, email Rev. Duncan Teague here.
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Religious Misconceptions: American Jews, the First Amendment, and the Politics of Abortion
Thursday, November 9, 7:00 p.m., MSC E208
Guest-lecturer Prof. Rachel Kranson of the University of Pittsburgh will uncover the history of the American Jewish lawyers and activists who advocated for abortion access to be protected by First Amendment guarantees. RSVP here.
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University Catholic Center Upcoming Events
Quaero ("I Seek") Series: Church Fathers
Thursday, November 2, 7:00 p.m., University Catholic Center (Join us virtually here)
Ever been curious about who the Church Fathers were and why we talk about them a lot in Catholic circles? Join us this Thursday at 7:00 p.m. for Week 6: St. Irenaeus. If you’re unable to join us in person, we invite you to join us and many alumni online.
Community Coffee Hour
Sundays at 10:00 a.m. - Cannon Chapel Brooks Commons
Join us on Sunday mornings after the 9:00 a.m. Mass for coffee, breakfast goodies, and conversation with friends.
Faith Formation: Catholicism 101
Sundays at 10:30 a.m. - Cannon Chapel Room 105D
Discover the beauty, spirituality, and truth of the Catholic Church - join Fr. John on Sundays if you are interested in learning about Catholicism and deepening your understanding of the faith. All are welcome. Interested in receiving the Sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation, Confirmation, and/or First Eucharist? Sign up or request more info here.
Student Dinner and Bible Study
Sundays at 6:00 p.m. - University Catholic Center
After the 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass each week, join your fellow Catholic students for dinner followed immediately by our weekly bible study.
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Emory Catholic Student Union: Upcoming Retreat
Saturday, November 11, University Catholic Center
We are pleased to announce our Fall Retreat on November 11 at the Catholic Center. Join us for a day of food, fun, fellowship, frolicking, and fire
Link to the RSVP form here.
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Emory Buddhist Club Day Retreat
Saturday, November 11, 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at Kim Cang Monastery.
Join Emory Buddhist Club for a day retreat at Kim Cang Monastery. Enjoy
a peaceful setting to set aside distractions, assignments, and the seemingly never-ending stream of Outlook messages and Instagram reels.
There will be guided sitting/walking meditations and Buddhist discussions and teachings. Transportation and lunch are provided. Sign up here.
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Emory Latino Fellowship: Prayer Service
Tuesday, November 14, 7:00 p.m., Cannon Chapel
Emory Latino Fellowship will be hosting a Prayer Service on November 14 from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Join us in this time of destressing from school and studying as we come together to pray, sing, and hear an encouraging Word. There will be food provided after.
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Monday Mindfulness Meditation
Mondays 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.
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Muslim Students Association: Quran Study
Every other Tuesday from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. on the first floor of Cannon Chapel
Emory MSA is excited to announce the beginning Quran Study starting October 17 at 5:30 p.m. in the Canon Chapel 1st floor and continue every other Tuesday. They are starting this week off with the first 20 ayahs of Surat Hijr and go from there.
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Orthodox Christian Fellowship: Wednesday Bible Study
Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30 p.m., Cannon Chapel Room 314
Welcome back to campus. We’re beyond excited to kick off this school year with Orthodox Christian Fellowship.
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RUF: Wednesday Large Group
Wednesdays, 7:30 pm, Brooks Commons, Cannon Chapel
Love God. Love People. Love Emory.
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First Fridays at 12: Emory Faculty on Race
Friday, November 3, 12:00 p.m. in Convocation Hall
Emory College and the James Weldon Johnson Institute present First Fridays: Emory Faculty Scholarship on Race. Emory professors will share their latest research on topics related to race, difference and equity.
Presentations take place at 12:00 p.m. on the first Friday of each month in Convocation Hall. Lunch is provided. RSVP here.
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Sunday FUNday: Decorating for Diwali
Sunday, November 5, 12:30-4:00 p.m., Carlos Museum
Diwali, or the Festival of Lights, represents the triumph of good over evil and is one of the largest celebrations in India. Families gather to eat delicious food, light lamps and candles, and some send prayers to Lakshmi, the Hindu goddess of wealth and prosperity, as well as other gods and goddesses. In anticipation of the holiday, visit the South Asian galleries and see a watercolor painting of Rama's coronation upon his return to Ayodhya, one of the many stories associated with Diwali. Then head to Ackerman Hall on Level Three to create your own decorations to take home.
Sunday FUNday is a free drop-in program for all families and includes admission to galleries. First come, first served, while supplies last. Learn more here.
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Silver Jubilee and Emory Tibet Week
November 6-11, 2023
Coinciding with our annual observance of Tibet Week, our “Silver Jubilee” celebration will feature events exploring the history of the Emory Compassion Center, its relation to Tibetan Buddhist philosophy and culture, and the global implementation of our programs. Events include the construction of a sand mandala by the monks of Drepung Loseling Monastery, daily compassion meditations, public talks and more.
All events are free and open to the public. Learn more here.
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Tibet Week 2023: November 6-12
Thangka-painting Workshop for Adults
November 6-10 | 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
CuriosiTEA
November 7 | 4 p.m.
Mark your calendars for the eagerly anticipated Tibet Week 2023 as we celebrate a remarkable milestone—25 years of cultural richness, unity, and progress. Please stay tuned for more Tibet Week program announcements. View link here for more information.
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Emory Cares Day of Service
Saturday, November 11, 11:00 a.m., ESC MPR 4, 5, and 6
Join Volunteer Emory in our volunteerism-based mission to serve our surrounding community during our upcoming Emory Cares Day at 11:00 am on November 11th.
Take part in the Emory community's greatest service-based tradition by registering to volunteer at any of the service sites listed on thehub.emory.edu under the "Service" tab or by going to Emory OPEN atopen.emory.edu.
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The Praise House Project
October 20-December 15, 2023, Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church Lawn
A public art installation and immersive digital experience honoring the African and African American traditions of the Praise House and Ring Shout. Praise Houses were small, usually wooden structures commonly used for worship by enslaved peoples across the American Southeast.
As an act of resistance, congregants would gather in circle to stomp or shout upon the wooden floors, performing what was known as the Ring Shout (a full body rhythmic movement). This act ultimately created a communal drum—secretly preserving their cultural identity and traditions. Learn more about related events here.
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Green Team Summit: Rooted in Resilience
Saturday, February 3, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Oak Grove United Methodist Church
Georgia Interfaith Power and Light is thrilled to announce that their seventh annual Green Team Summit will be on Saturday, February 3, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Oak Grove United Methodist Church in Decatur, Georgia. As with Summits in the past, Green Teams, faith leaders, and environmental activists from across the state are invited to gather for a time of fellowship and shared learning. You may register here today.
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Weekly Spiritual Gatherings
There are a plethora of weekly religious and philosophical gatherings offered at Emory. Many of them are listed here and at the button below.
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Spring 2024 Jewish Studies Course Sampling
Classes related to the Holocaust, Israeli-Palestinian Conflict, Eastern European Jewry, the Hebrew Bible, Yiddish Culture, Jewish Business Ethics, Maimonides, and a first-year seminar on Jewish-Latin American Narratives, to name just some, will be offered in spring semester 2024.
Check out the attached the list to see if any pique your interest.
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Religion and Law Courses
Spring 2024
REL 250: Introduction to Religion and Law
REL 371: Religion and Law: Arts
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Annual Major Religious Holidays List -- Academic Year 2023-24
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As planning begins for courses, programs, and meetings for the 2023-24 academic year, OSRL seeks to provide guidance for the Emory community regarding upcoming religious holiday observances that may impact large numbers in our community. These dates are provided to assist community members with avoiding potential schedule conflicts, and can be found below. Please give special attention to the bolded holidays, as they often require accommodation. In some cases, it is ideal to avoid assignments and programs on these dates to be most equitable.
Below are lists of major religious holidays observed by sizeable religious demographic groups within the Emory community.
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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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All Souls Day
Thu., Nov. 2, 2023
Tradition: Christianity-Roman Catholic
Catholic Christian observance in memory of all the faithful who are deceased. In some Latin cultures, this day is known as "The Day of the Dead."
Diwali (Dipavali)
Sun., Nov. 12, 2023
Tradition: Hinduism
Perhaps the most popular of all Hindu festivals, also known as the Festival of Lights, it is dedicated to the goddess Kali in Bengal and to Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, in the rest of India. As with several other festivals, Diwali is associated with one of the stories about the destruction of evil by Vishnu in one of his many manifestations.
Diwali/Mahavir Nirvana
Sun., Nov. 12, 2023
Tradition: Jainism
This "Festival of Lamps" celebrates the attainment of Moksa by Lord Mahavira. A burning lamp symbolizes the "light of knowledge," which dispels the darkness of delusion and ignorance.
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Emory OSRL ENews is published weekly during term by the Emory University Office of Spiritual and Religious Life 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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