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News and Programs 3.21.25
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Voices of Inner Strength Gospel Choir Spring Concert 2025
Saturday, April 5, 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 Spring Concert. VOIS offers a space for soul healing and reflection through worship music of many different Christian genres. Parking is free on Saturdays at Emory’s Oxford Road and Peavine parking lots.
Food will be provided immediately after the concert.
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Emory University Chaplaincy: Emory Day of Giving
Wednesday, March 26-Thursday, March 27, 2025
The Emory University Chaplaincy provides opportunities for spiritual, religious, and philosophical life and exploration for all Emory students, faculty, and staff. Our multifaith team and campus spiritual communities enrich the campus community by offering opportunities for worship, prayer, meditation, education, service, social justice engagement, and pastoral care.
For Emory Day of Giving, we are highlighting these giving opportunities:
- Gifts to the Center for Religious Life (Interfaith Center) support the ongoing programming of the Emory Interfaith Center, which includes dialogue events, special holiday celebrations, and more.
- Gifts to the Journeys of Reconciliation Endowment Fund support an interfaith travel program for students, faculty, and staff to learn about peace and social justice issues in the world.
- Gifts to the Inter-Religious Council support weekly gatherings of 25 representatives of undergraduate Atlanta-campus spiritual organizations for dialogue and building interfaith leadership.
- Gifts to the Voices of Inner Strength Choir support Emory’s longstanding and dynamic gospel choir in their ministry of music through semesterly performances.
- Gifts to the Dean’s Discretionary Fund support students, faculty, staff, and community members in need, charitable causes, and proposals that reach beyond other initiatives.
- You can also designate your support for Hindu, Buddhist, Jewish, Christian, or Muslim programs, which will support the expansion and deepening of community-specific leadership and programming.
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Flourishing Fellows: Community Supper
Saturday, March 22, 2025, 6:00 p.m., Emory Interfaith Center, 1707 North Decatur Road
Join the Flourishing Fellows Community Supper for a family-style sit-down dinner on the theme of "Petals and Plates." Bring your springtime spirit and be ready to share your favorite warm-weather actcivity with the group.
More information and the RSVP form is available here.
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Ramadan Weeknight Iftars 2025
March 17-28, 7:40 pm
Ramadan Kareem and Mubarak!
The Muslim month of Ramadan spans March 1-March 29, 2025. During this time, many 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 Muslim Life, MSA, GMSC, and other sponsors will host weeknight Ramadan Iftars with fast-breaking, call to prayer, prayers, and a halal buffet dinner. Emory Muslim students, faculty, and staff do not need to register, but guests should register by emailing the Muslim Chaplain Ustadh Dr. Rahimjon Abdugafurov at rahimjon.abdugafurov@emory.edu. Location changes will be shared on the Emory Muslim Life elist here: http://bit.ly/EmoryMuslimElist
We thank the OSRL staff, MSA leaders, and all of our campus partners for their hard work and dedication to celebrating Ramadan.
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Eid al-Fitr 2025
Saturday, April 12, 6:00-10:00 p.m., McDonough Field
Join us for Eid al-Fitr 2025, "Gardens of Islam" on Saturday, April 12. Tickets are available for purchase now on the Transact app. All proceeds go towards the Save the Children charity. We hope to see you there. Tickets on TransAct now.
Co-sponsored by Muslim Students Association, Dooley After Dark, and Emory OSRL.
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Emory OSRL Recap: Sound Bath
The Emory Inter-Religious Council (IRC) joined other students from across campus to experience a special Sound Bath meditation with Certified Sound Practitioner Mrs. Noni Keyton, MSEd at the R. Randall Rollins Building on Monday, March 17.
This immersive experience was presented as part of the biannual Living Health Week presented by the Center for the Study of Human Health and the Health 1234 Program. Learn more about the Emory IRC here.
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Goizueta Business School Adds New Prayer Room
Emory OSRL has worked with the Goizueta Business School to identify and outfit a new Prayer and Meditation Room, located in Room 431. The room includes prayer rugs, meditation cushions, sacred texts and religious goods, soft seating, and information about spiritual life on campus. It is located just down the hall from two washrooms. For more information, please contact religiouslife@emory.edu.
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Grief and Loss Support
The Emory University Office of Spiritual and Religious Life (OSRL) is a resource available for Emory students, faculty, and staff members for support in times of loss and grief. We offer opportunities for pastoral care and conversation; support with planning memorial services and vigils; and referrals to other resources to assist the community with grieving and healing.
Emory’s Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), Student Case Management and Intervention Services (SCMIS), Student Health Services (SHS), and our online resource (TimelyCare's TalkNow) are also available. A list of student services and their contact information follows:
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Midweek Musical Meditation
Wednesdays during term starting January 22, 12:00-12:15 p.m., Zoom or Facebook Live
All are invited to reflect and decompress in a mid-week, mid-day time of sacred music. Join Maury Allums, Director of Music, and the Emory University Office of Spiritual and Religious Life in taking a moment to breathe and connect with others in our community.
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Midweek Musical Meditation 3.19.25
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International Community Friday Lunch
Friday, March 21, 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. Meals are limited in number and food is served on a first-come, first-served basis. For questions, please contact RJOHN40@emory.edu or religiouslife@emory.edu.
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Lent
Wednesday, March 5 – Thursday, April 17, 2025
The season of Lent is a season of fasting and preparing our hearts for Holy Week, culminating in Easter. Lent began as a season of preparation for those who would be baptized as Christians on Easter. Through prayer and fasting, they prepared both their body and soul for the sacrament of baptism. Today, we follow in this tradition by fasting or taking on a spiritual practice from Ash Wednesday through Good Friday. These 40 days (not counting the Sundays) are a time to repent and turn our hearts to God. I invite you to consider a spiritual practice for this season. Below are some examples of practices and some resources for you.
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Holistic Hub: Build Your Own Smoothie Bowl
Friday, March 21, 3:30-4:30 p.m., ESC Plaza
Join us on Friday, March 21, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. at ESC Plaza for the ultimate DIY smoothie bowl experience. We’ve got everything covered – frozen açaí, bowls, and all the toppings you need to create your perfect blend. Come for the bowls, stay for the vibes. Register here.
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Chabad at Emory: Shabbat 770
Friday, March 21, 2025
Join Chabad at Emory for largest Shabbat dinner in Emory's history. Text host to 404-999-7787.
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Indian Cultural Association: Holi Day
Saturday, March 22, 12:00-2:00 p.m., Freshman Quad
Holi Day is the grand finale of ICA’s India Week. Join us for an afternoon filled with music, food, and the iconic tradition of color throwing. We will have a student DJ, free food and drinks, and various water activities. Free Holi Day t-shirts will be available for everyone. There is also a raffle for attendees with a special, exclusive ICA gift. This is the event of the week, so bring your friends and celebrate Holi the ICA way. RSVP here.
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Graduate Christian Fellowship: Academic Journey Dinner
Saturday, March 22, 6:00-9:00 p.m., Millers' Home
Save the date, March 22nd, for our next Academic Journey Dinner at the Millers' House. It will feature a talk from a Chemistry professor about how his faith has impacted his research and work/ life. Please RSVP here.
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Oxford Muslim Student Association and Emory Muslim Student Association: Navigating Life as a Muslim in America
Saturday, March 22, 6:30 p.m., Oxford Student Center Mural Room
Curious about Muslim experiences in America? Looking for advice and insights? This is the event for you. Join Oxford MSA x Emory MSA for our Panel + Iftar: "Navigating Life as a Muslim in America."
It will be held this Saturday, March 22 at 6:30 p.m. in the OSC Mural Room. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations and share a meal with us. See you there.
For mor information, click here.
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Nowruz Festival at Carlos Musuem
Thursday, March 27, 6:00-9:00 p.m., Carlos Musuem
Celebrate Nowruz! An evening of live performance, fun activities, exhibits, and food, produced by the Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University Libraries and the Emory University Persian Cultural Association.
This event is free and open to the public. Space is limited and registration is required. RSVP here.
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Emory Hindu Chaplaincy: Navratri Observance
March 31 - April 4 Weekdays, 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., Emory Interfaith Center Shrine Room
Please join us in observing spring navratri as we honor the divine feminine. Daily worship, arti, and darshan will take place at the interfaith center on all weekdays starting from March 31 - April 4. Please note the evening worship on April 4 will take place at the Cannon chapel as part of regular Arti programming. For questions, please contact Emory Hindu Chaplain rajeev.persaud@emory.edu.
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Hindu Student Association: Hinduism Without Borders
Saturday, April 5, 7:00-10:00 p.m., McDonough Field
Join HSA for “Hinduism without Borders” on April 5 at McDonough field for a night of culture, diversity, food, and performances. Calling all students interested in performing to register here.
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Emory Beloved Community: Holy Week and Easter 2025
April 13-20, Cannon Chapel
Join Emory's Office of Spiritual and Religious Life for Holy Week and Easter April 13-20, 2025. Palm Sunday's worship will be led by Hannah Shultz at 11:00 a.m. Good Friday's worship will be led by The Rev. Dr. Tonya L. Miles at Noon. And Easter Sunday's service will be led by UMC Bishop Robin Dease at 11:00 a.m. Please click here to learn more. Sponsored by the Emory Christian Chaplaincy.
With questions, please contact Emory OSRL Christian Chaplain, The Rev. Maddie Herlong at mhend25@emory.edu.
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University Catholic Center
For Holy Week updates and service times, please refer to the University Catholic Center website here.
Orthodox Christian Holy Week and Easter
For more information about Emory and local observances of Orthodox Holy Week and Easter, please contact Emory Christian Chaplain Rev. Maddie Herlong or the Emory Orthodox Christian Fellowship here.
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Emory Buddhist Club: Clothing Swap
April 17-19, 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., McDonough Plaza
Let go of what no longer serves you and welcome something new. Bring clothes ready for a fresh home and discover pre-loved treasures from your peers. No need to bring items to participate.
Sponsored by Emory Buddhist Club. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to uwijetu@emory.edu.
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Buddhist Guided Meditation
Thursday, March 20, 6:00-7:15 p.m., Cannon Chapel Room 106 and Zoom
Join us for Buddhist meditation. You may also come early starting at 5:15 p.m. for a period of community and snacking while we prepare for the meditation session at 6:00 p.m. Please feel free to enjoy the provided snacks and tea before and/or after the session. You are welcome to stay after to continue discussion.
Zoom option: https://emory.zoom.us/j/515025945.
For questions, please contact: Buddhist Chaplain Ven. Priya Rakkhit Sraman, psraman@emory.edu.
This meditation is lead by Venerable Dong Hue. Venerable Dong Hue is the resident Buddhist nun at Kim Cang Monastery. She is assistant to the abbot of Kim Cang Monastery and supports the maintenance of the monastery as well as organizing and leading several spiritual and religious programs regularly. She leads weekend programs for the community and monthly retreats for Vietnamese Buddhist children. Venerable Dong Hue has been visiting Emory Buddhist Club for many years to share Buddhist practices and teachings with the Emory community.
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Muslim Jumu'ah Prayers
Fridays, 1:55 p.m., Cannon Chapel
Join us for Friday Prayers followed by a hot halal Ummah lunch during term in Brooks Commons. Join the Emory Muslim Life elist here.
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Hindu Aarti
Fridays during Term, 5:00 p.m., Cannon Chapel
(Note: No Aarthi on Friday, March 21. Instead, there will be a cooking event in Few Hall Kitchen with Professor Kashika Singh (space is limited).
Join Emory's Hindu Chaplaincy and the Hindu Students Association for weekly Aarti prayers and community.
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Hillel at Emory: Shabbat
Fridays during Term, Services 6:30 p.m., Dinner, 7:00 p.m., Marcus Hillel Center, 735 Gatewood Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30322
Join Hillel at Emory for Shabbat services and dinner. Learn more here. Sponsored by Hillel at Emory.
Chabad at Emory: Shabbat
Fridays during Term, Services 6:30 p.m., Dinner 7:00 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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University Catholic Center: Sunday Masses
Sundays, 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Cannon Chapel
Join us for Sunday Masses on campus.
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Beloved Community Christian Worship and Free Lunch
Sundays during Term Starting January 19, 11:00 a.m. Service; Noon Lunch, Cannon Chapel
Emory Beloved Community is a weekly ecumenical Protestant worship service for the campus community, held in Cannon Chapel and followed by a free lunch. All Emory students, faculty and staff are welcome. For questions, please contact Christian Chaplain Rev. Maddie Herlong at mhend25@emory.edu.
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Beloved Community Bible Study
Tuesdays, Starting January 21, 6:00 p.m., Emory Interfaith Center, 1707 N. Decatur Road
For questions, please contact Christian Chaplain Rev. Maddie Herlong at mhend25@emory.edu.
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Mindfulness Circle at Interfaith Center
Mondays starting January 27, 6:00-7:00 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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Buddhist Worship
Tuesdays during Term Starting January 28, 1:00 p.m., Emory Interfaith Center Shrine Room, 1707 N Decatur Road
Welcome to the weekly Buddhist worship service where we recite traditional Buddhist chants/texts. We will gather in the Shrine Room of the Emory Interfaith Center for contemplation, worship, and discussion if there is any question regarding the practice/chant/text.
Chants/texts in Pali and English will be available. If you prefer a text in a different language (e.g. Sanskrit, Tibetan, Chinese, etc.) please reach out to Buddhist Chaplain Venerable Priya Sraman in advance. No prior Buddhist background is required to attend and we welcome all Emory students interested in learning more about Buddhism or connecting with the Buddhist community. For questions, please contact Emory Buddhist Chaplain Venerable Priya Sraman at psraman@emory.edu.
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Quaker Silent Worship
Wednesdays during term, 4:00 p.m., Cannon Chapel Room 106
Emory students, faculty and staff are welcome to a meeting for silent worship in the manner of Friends. You may join in the spirit of worship, or simply to share in mindful quiet. Refreshments will be provided. For more information, please contact Derek Harootune Otis, derek.harootune.otis@emory.edu, (they/them).
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Emory Orthodox Christian Fellowship Faith and Falafel
Every Wednesday during term, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m., Cannon Chapel Room 314
Come for the falafel, stay for the conversation. Join us every Wednesday night from 7:30-8:30 p.m. in Cannon Chapel 314 for free falafel sandwiches, fellowship, and rich discussion.
Bring youself, your friends, and a curious mind. All are welcome, no matter your faith. Join us as we get to know each other, study the spiritual life of the apostles, and grow in Christ together–week by week. We can't wait to meet you–each week brings something new. You can learn more or RSVP here or email samuel.salameh@emory.edu.
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International InterVarsity ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) Classes
Thursdays, 6:00 p.m., Cannon Chapel Room 314
The International InterVarsity Fellowship (IIF) is sponsoring free ESL Class
(English for Speakers of Other Languages) with iInstructor David Miller, M.A.,(has taught at Georgia Tech, Univ of Michigan,
Northeastern Univ, and MIT). These classes will include both informal conversation
and “Technical English Workout": Pronunciation Accuracy, Idioms, Phrasal Verbs, Fluency,
Listening/Reading Comprehension, Culture. Registration is available here. For questions, visit the IIF Instagram page here.
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Immersed in Infinity: Bhakti in Carnatic Music
Sunday, March 30, 2:00 p.m., Carlos Museum
Please join the department of religion at the Carlos museum for an afternoon of devotional Carnatic music. Carnatic music is an ancient South Indian art form often invoked to express matters of spiritual, emotional, and social life. We will be treated by three classical musicians who share their talents in the theme of bhakti, or loving devotion.
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Office of Respect: Take Back The Night
Thursday, April 3, 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m., Harland Cinema, AMUC
Take Back the Night (TBTN) is the oldest worldwide movement to stand against sexual violence in all forms. Invited to submit proposals for artistic expression - spoken word, dance, singing, or visual art - to be a part of the event. Applications will close on March 17, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. and are available here.
The Emory Office Of Respect is also collecting anonymous student survivor stories that will be read by a participating Emory staff member. Anonymous stories can be submitted here.
Save the date to join us for this evening of supporting survivors, educating our community and empowering change on April 3.
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Department of African American Studies: Grace Towns Hamilton Lecture
Friday, March 28, 2:00-4:00 p.m., Convocation Hall Room 210
The Department of African American Studies is excited and honored to have Dr. Mary Frances Berry join us next Friday, March 28, 2025 from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM for the annual Grace Towns Hamilton Lecture and we hope that you will join us for an exciting and insightful conversation about her most recent book, Slavery After Slavery: Revealing the Legacy of Forced Child Apprenticeships on Black Families, From Emancipation to the Present (Beacon 2025).
Dr. Mary Frances Berry, University of Pennsylvania Geraldine R. Segal Professor of American Thought Emerita, is an esteemed civil rights activist and scholar of African American History and US Constitutional Law. She served as chairperson of the US Commission on Civil Rights, demanding equal rights and liberties for all Americans during four presidential administrations.
Co-sponsored by The Hightower Fund, this event is free and open to the public.
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Tam Institute for Jewish Studies: Film Screening: Bunchi
Tuesday, April 15, 6:30 p.m., White Hall 205
Join the Tam Institute for a free, public screening of Bunchi, a 32-minute drama in Hebrew and Amharic, depicting how an Ethiopian-Israeli mother grapples with traditional gender roles while striving to save her family from a worsening crisis. The film touches on themes of motherhood, immigration, and cultural identity. Director Esti Almo Wexler will also share her experiences as an Ethiopian-Israeli filmmaker. Register here.
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Opportunities and Resources
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Emory Buddhist Club: Exec Applications
Exec Application time! Join the EBC community, we would love to have you. If you are Buddhist or just interested in Buddhism, all are welcome. Learn more here.
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Building Interfaith America Emerging Leader Grants
Identify a need or opportunity in your community, propose a project to address it, and leverage the strength of interfaith cooperation to achieve your goal. Grants are offered to the members of the Emerging Leaders Network (formerly known as the Alumni Network of IFYC) to create initiatives, events, or projects that Build Interfaith America. Grant recipients will use the funding to carry out projects that address a social need through an interfaith lens and/or to participate in activities that further develop the individual’s interfaith leadership skills. Topics could include racial equity, environmental protection, bridge building, etc. For more information or support, please email religiouslife@emory.edu.
Learn more and apply here.
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Spirit and Solidarity: Training for Faith Leaders, Seminary Students, and Organizers
June 15-20, 2025, Memphis, TN
Bargaining for the Common Good, the AFL-CIO, Faith in Action and the Wendland-Cook Program in Religion and Justice at Vanderbilt are excited to announce Spirit + Solidarity: a training to deepen the organizing and power-building skills of faith leaders, students, and organizers. The goal is to develop the tools of organizing in relation to faith communities and to win campaigns for economic and racial justice. Join us in summer of 2025 to skill-up and win big.
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Eagle Food Pantry: A Free Food Pantry for Emory Students
Open: Fridays, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Bread Coffeehouse, 1227 Clifton Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30307
Bread Coffeehouse offers a free food pantry for students at Emory who are in need. If you have any questions or would like to donate any items to the food pantry, please email: eaglefoodpantry@breadcoffeehouse.org.
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Weekly 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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Religious Accommodations: Major Holidays List for 2024-2025
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As planning continues for the 2024-25 academic year, the Emory University Chaplaincy seeks to provide support regarding upcoming religious holidays that may impact large numbers in our university community. These dates are provided to assist the community with avoiding potential schedule conflicts. Please pay special attention to the bolded holidays, as they often require accommodations in our community. For a list of major religious holidays observed by larger religious demographic groups at Emory, please click here. For questions, please contact religiouslife@emory.edu.
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Upcoming Religious Holidays
The holidays we highlight are drawn from the multifaith calendar maintained by Harvard Divinity School. To see more upcoming religious holidays and festivals, please click here.
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Emory University Chaplaincy ENews is published weekly during term 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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