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News and Programs 12.5.24
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TONIGHT: Emory Pre-Chanukah Celebration
Thursday, December 5, 5:00 p.m., Kaldi's, Emory Student Center
Welcome Pre-Chanukah at our fourth annual “Chanu-Kaldi’s.”’ Jelly doughnuts, latkes, Kaldi’s drink tokens, and more. Emory community members welcome.
RSVP not required but is helpful here.
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TONIGHT: Emory Bodhi Day Celebration
Thursday, December 5, 6:00 p.m., Cannon Chapel
Bodhi Day is celebrated in the Mahayana Tradition of Buddhism to commemorate the enlightenment of Shakyamuni Gautama Buddha. The Emory Buddhist community will gather to celebrate this occasion with spiritual reflection, contemplation and gratitude. Vegetarian dinner will follow the spiritual practice. RSVP here. Co-sponsored by Emory University Chaplaincy and Emory Buddhist Club.
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Flourishing Fellows: Brew and Breathe Event
Saturday, December 7, 1-4 p.m., Emory Interfaith Center, 1707 N. Decatur Road
Community Suppers is a program that seeks to expand connections across campus. Join us for a coffee-shop-style get-together to decompress, talk, and enjoy winter treats before finals start.
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Emory Christmas Party
Saturday, December 8, 6:30-8:00 pm, Emory Interfaith Center, 1707 N. Decatur Road
Join us for a festive evening of ornament decorating, music, food, and fun to celebrate the Christmas season. We hope this night of ecumenical engagement will be a nice break from the stress of finals. RSVP In the hub here. For questions, please email Rev. Maddie Herlong at mhend25@emory.edu. Sponsored by the Emory University Chaplaincy and our Christian Religious Life Affiliates.
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Emory University Chaplaincy Recap: School of Nursing Prayer Room Opening
On Wednesday, December 4, the Emory University Chaplaincy and the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing gathered to celebrate the dedication of the new Prayer, Meditation, and Wellness Room. The space, designed for use by students, faculty, and staff, is located in the 1520 Clifton Road Building, Room P12A. It is open to Emory community members during business hours. For questions, please email religiouslife@emory.edu.
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Celebrate the Winter Holidays on Emory's Atlanta Campus
The Emory community will celebrate winter holidays in the coming weeks with music, art and special spiritual events. For a list of programming on the Atlanta campus, please click here. This list will continue to be updated.
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Midweek Musical Meditation
Wednesdays during term, 12:00-12:15 pm, 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 - 12.4.24
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Emory Christian Fellowship: Hot Cocoa with Jesus
Thursday, December 5, 7:30 - 9:00 pm, Cannon Chapel in Room 105D
As we are in the busiest time of the semester, Emory Christian Fellowship to join us at Hot Chocolate with Jesus to find rest and recharge.
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Muslim Jumu'ah Prayers
Fridays during Term, 1:55 p.m., Cannon Chapel
Join us for Friday Prayers followed by a hot halal lunch in Brooks Commons. Join the Emory Muslim Life elist here. For questions, please contact Muslim Chaplain Ustadh Dr. Rahimjon Abdugafurov.
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Hindu Aarti
Fridays during Term, 5:00 p.m., Cannon Chapel
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Emory Graduate Christian Fellowship: First Friday
Friday, December 6, 7:00-9:00 pm., Brooks Commons in Cannon Chapel
Join Emory Graduate Christian Fellowship for our annual InterVarsity Christmas Party/December First Friday Dinner. There will be free parking in the Peavine Parking Deck nearby, great food, fellowship and a white elephant gift exchange (funny items). RSVP here.
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Hillel at Emory: Shabbat
Fridays, 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. RSVP here. Sponsored by Hillel at Emory.
Chabad at Emory: Shabbat
Fridays, 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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Hindu Students Association and Emory OSRL: Visit to the Hindu Temple of Atlanta
Saturday, December 7, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
The HSA and Emory University Chaplaincy iare organizing an end of semester visit to the Hindu Temple of Atlanta. Students will have the opportunity to tour the temple and participate in traditional Hindu worship, a discussion, and interfaith engagement. All Emory students are welcome. Free shuttle service will be provided. RSVP Here. For questions, please contact Emory Hindu Chaplain Pandit Rajeev Persaud at rajeev.persaud@emory.edu.
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University Catholic Center: Sunday Masses
Sundays during Term, 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Cannon Chapel
Join us for Sunday Masses on-campus.
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Beloved Community Christian Worship
Sundays during Term, 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 are welcome. All Emory students, staff, and faculty welcome. Contact: Christian Chaplain Rev. Maddie Herlong, mhend25@emory.edu.
Sunday, December 8 Preacher: The Rev. Maddie Herlong, Emory Christian Chaplain
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Interfaith Atlanta: Interfaith Winter Lights
Saturday, December 14, 4:00 pm, Cannon Chapel
Please join Interfaith Atlanta for a campus and community celebration of light through poetry, stories, and song. Interfaith Atlanta's second annual Interfaith Winter Lights event will be held on Saturday, December 14 at 4 pm at Emory University’s Cannon Chapel followed by holiday refreshments.
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Mindfulness and Well-Being Circle
Monday, December 9, 6:00 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 for the Emory community to practice mindfulness as a group. Come and join if you would like a short study break, to practice mindfulness. 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. Please contact psraman@emory.edu for more details.
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Orthodox Christian Fellowship: Weekly Events
Join OCF at one of our weekly events. Looking for fellowship? Come meet our community each Wednesday at Faith and Falafel. We have free falafel sandwiches and an insightful spiritual discussion (RSVP Here)
Looking for worship? We have prayer services every Monday and Tuesday during term. Looking to learn more? Save the date for our Friday Bible Studies.
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Buddhist Life Buddhist Worship
Tuesdays during term, 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 at psraman@emory.edu. 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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Beloved Community Bible Study
Tuesdays during term, 6:00 p.m., Emory Interfaith Center Student Lounge
Beloved Community Bible Study will study the Book of Numbers for the remainder of the semester. If you’ve ever thought, “Numbers is too confusing” or “Numbers is boring and doesn’t relate to me today,” this study is for you. Join us weekly for a thematic study of Numbers as we engage with this rich Biblical text.
To learn more, please email Emory Christian Chaplain, The Rev. Maddie Herlong at mhend25@emory.edu.
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Emory Christian Fellowship: Bible Study
Bible Study:
Thursdays, 7:30-9 pm., Cannon Chapel Room 105D
Join Emory Christian Fellowship for Bible Study. Learn more here.
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Reformed University Fellowship: Small Group Bible Study
We are starting Small Groups. Want to be in one? DM us or check the groupme to know who to contact for more details. Learn more here.
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International InterVarsity Fellowship
Please check and sign up for our coming activities here. Learn more here.
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Department of Religion: Race and Religion in the Age of Science, Health and Healing
Friday, December 6, Center for Ethics (1531 Dickey Drive) Room RARB 102
Join the Department of Religion on December 6, 2024 for an interacting forum on “Race and Religion in the Age of Sicience, Health and Healing”. Featuring insightful discussions from Professor Sharla Feet (Occideental College), Professor Stephanie Evans (Georgia State University) and Professor Terence Keel (University of California). Learn more here.
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Resources and Opportunities
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Jewish Studies at Emory: Spring 2025 Courses
The Tam Institute for Jewish Studies is proud to co-list Prof. Eric Goldstein’s Spring 2025 course, “Jews and Race in US History.”
This course documents the uneasy place of Jews in U.S. racial culture from the early years of the republic, when they were often described as a distinct “race,” through the post-World World II period, when they were largely seen as part of the dominant white society.
In addition to these featured offerings, check out the full list of all 17 Jewish Studies course listings to see if any pique your interest here
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Scholarship Opportunity for Methodist Students
Applications for UMHEF Scholarships Open January 1, 2025.
Catch up on the latest details about scholarships from the United Methodist Higher Education Foundation in our 2025 Reference Guide, found here.
Eligibility: UMHEF scholarships are available to full-time undergraduates, graduate students, and Doctor of Ministry students who plan to attend United Methodist-related schools for the 2025-2026 academic year. Exceptions or additional criteria may apply.
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Eagle Food Pantry: A Free Food Pantry for Emory Students
Open: Fridays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Bread Coffeehouse, 1227 Clifton Rd N E, 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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