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News and Programs 10.4.24
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Emory Hindu Chaplaincy: Navratri Daily Darshan
October 3-11, 2024, Puja Daily 9:45 am and 5:45 pm, Emory Interfaith Center Shrine Room, 1707 N. Decatur Road
Join the Emory Hindu Chaplaincy for daily prayers during Navratri at the beginning and end of each day. Navratri is the Hindu festival that honors the divine feminine in Her various manifestations. Emory students, staff and faculty are welcome to drop by the Emory Interfaith Center to take darshan, make offerings, and pray. Come to participate or just learn.
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Hindu Students Association: Garba
Saturday, October 5, 7:00 p.m., Emory Student Center
Get prepared for a free night of catered dinner by Madras Mantra, performance by SaRaas, music, and lots of dancing. RSVP here.
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The Jewish High Holidays began this week and include Rosh Hashanah (10/2-4) and Yom Kippur (10/11-12). Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year and honors the creation of the world in the Jewish tradition. It is the first of the Ten Days of Awe. Yom Kippur is the conclusion of the Ten Days of Awe and the most solemn of all days in the Jewish year. It is observed by fasting, repentance or ("return"), and atonement.
There are a number of ways to observe the Jewish High Holidays at Emory. Please see below for some of the upcoming programming and check our website for updates.
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Emory Jewish Chaplaincy and Ma’alot: Alternative High Holiday Services
Looking for something low-key but spiritually uplifting? Join Rabbi Ariel Root Wolpe and Rabbi Jordan Braunig for a musical, nature-filled journey through the High Holidays. All are welcome for inclusive, heart-opening, song-filled services in a casual environment (no need for formal wear).
Kol Nidre at Emory University (Includes kids' program)
Friday, October 11, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Cannon Chapel
Begin the transformative process of Yom Kippur with a communal chanting of Kol Nidre and mindful evening service to begin our fast.
Yom Kippur Morning at Emory University (Includes kids' program)
Saturday, October 12, 9:30 am to 2:00 pm, Cannon Chapel
Engage in a day of introspection and spiritual growth through music, movement, art, and an investigation into the journey of teshuvah — returning to self.
RSVP here. It is free for Emory students, just select “I’m an Emory Student” in the ticket section when you register.
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Hillel at Emory: Rosh Hashanah
Marcus Hillel Center, 735 Gatewood Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30329
Rosh Hashanah Day 1
10:00 AM Services, Reform and Conservative at MHC
Lunch to Follow
6:00 PM Evening Service
Dinner to Follow
Rosh Hashanah Day 2
10:00 AM Services, Reform and Conservative at MHC
Lunch is informal (leftovers)
Learn more and RSVP here.
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Chabad at Emory: Rosh Hashanah
Chabad House, 1500 N Decatur Rd Ne, Atlanta, GA 30306
October 3
Morning Services 11:00 a.m., Shofar 12:30 p.m., Kiddush Lunch 2:00 p.m., Services 8:00 p.m., Followed by Holiday Dinner
October 4
Morning Service 11:00 a.m., Shofar 12:30 p.m., Kiddush Lunch 2:00 p.m., Tashlich p.m. 3:30 p.m., Shabat Services 7:30 p.m., Followed by Dinner
To RSVP, text code word to 404-999-7787.
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MEOR at Emory: Rosh Hashanah
1582 Nantahalla Court
Come with your friends or come alone. Either way, we've got you. Join Meor at Emory for intimate holiday meals and discussions. At Meor, we value this special kind of opportunity to make closer connections, and we try to give you an experience more like the one you get at home with your own family.
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United Methodist Committee on Relief: UMC Hurricane Helene Relief
As the magnitude of #HurricaneHelene's devastation for families, churches, communities and whole regions of the U.S. becomes clearer, UMCOR has awarded solidarity grants to the North Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church and the South Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church to assist their relief efforts, with multiple grants in process for other annual conferences.
Additionally, UMCOR-trained Early Response Teams (ERTs) are coordinating efforts to support the removal of debris, tarping of roofs, and cleaning out of homes in hard-hit areas. If you are interested in volunteering and being trained, connect with your annual conference's disaster response ministry team. And remember, please do not self-deploy. To give in support of this and other disasters throughout the U.S., donate here.
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Flourishing Fellows: Free Community Supper
Saturday, October 5, 6:00 pm, Emory Interfaith Center, 1707 N. Decatur Road
Community Suppers is a program that seeks to expand connections across campus. Over family-style meals, we have meaningful conversations, meet new friends, and strengthen the Emory community. We invite you to join us for the first meal of the semester. RSVP here.
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Honoring Our Humanity: Online Listening Circles Next Week
Sponsored by Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation Initiative at Emory. From Monday, October 7 to Friday, October 11, 2024, join us in community for a series of 60-minute listening circles grounded in the Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation (TRHT) framework. Each day, we will offer a virtual compassionate and inclusive space for individuals to share their thoughts, experiences, and reflections of the past year(s) of global and domestic conflicts.
The TRHT framework encourages deep listening and shared humanity where every voice is valued and heard, recognizing the deep impact of conflicts on individuals and communities. Through open dialogue, we will foster understanding and empathy across diverse perspectives while exploring the beginning process of an individual and collective journey to healing and acknowledging our shared humanity.
- Monday, October 7, 2024 – 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
- Tuesday, October 8, 2024 – 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
- Wednesday, October 9, 2024 – 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
- Thursday, October 10, 2024 – 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
- Friday, October 11, 2024 – 10:00 am – 11:00 am
RESPECT: Community Agreements will be Upheld:
• Recognize your communication style.
• Expect to learn something about yourself & others.
• Speak for yourself.
• Participate and present your full authentic self.
• Engage in process by actively listening.
• Confidential, Curiosity, & Charity.
• Take responsibility for yourself, your words, and your actions.
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University Chaplaincy Recap: 'breathe.' Exhibit Spiritual Opening Ceremony
On Monday, September 30, the Emory University Chaplaincy team offered blessings to honor the opening of “breathe.” an interactive exhibition of photographs by award-winning, Atlanta-based photographer Sheila Pree Bright at the Schatten Gallery at Emory University. The show focuses on Georgia landscapes where important moments in civil rights history transpired and reimagines them as places of meditation and reflection. It is a destination for anyone interested in the people and places that have shaped the social, political, and historical contexts of our modern world. The exhibition is open to the public at no charge, and will remain in the space until December 21.
More information can be found here.
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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 - 10.2.24
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Mindfulness Circle at Interfaith Center
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. For more information, please contact Venerable Priya at psraman@emory.edu.
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Beloved Community Bible Study: Dining with Jesus
Tuesdays starting September 3, 6 p.m., Emory Interfaith Center, 1707 N. Decatur Road
This fall we will explore the Gospel of Luke. We will focus on the meals Jesus has with people and what those meals mean for us today. Sign up here. For questions, email Rev. Maddie at mhend25@emory.edu.
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Muslim Life Weekly Halaqa and Dinner
Wednesdays starting September 18, 6-7:15 pm, Emory Interfaith Center, 1707 N. Decatur Road
All Emory students are invited to join us for an Islamic text study on different topics each week. Dinner will be provided.
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Buddhist Guided Meditation
Thursdays during term, 6:00-7:15 p.m., Cannon Chapel and Zoom
Join us for Buddhist meditation this Thursday at 6:00 p.m. 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.
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International Community Friday Lunch
Fridays during term, 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 and served on a first-come, first-serve basis. Learn more here.
October 4 Host: Laney Graduate School, English Language Support Program
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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.
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Hindu Aarti
Fridays during term, 5:00 p.m., Cannon Chapel
Join us on Friday for our last event before Garba - the Navaratri Puja at Cannon Chapel from 5-6 p.m.
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Hillel at Emory: Shabbat and Weekly Calendar
Friday, October 4 , Services 6:30 p.m., Dinner, 7:00 pm., Marcus Hillel Center, 735 Gatewood Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30322
Join Hillel at Emory for weekly programming and Shabbat services and dinner. RSVP here. Sponsored by Hillel at Emory.
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Chabad at Emory: Shabbat Services and Dinner
Friday, October 4, 8:00 p.m., 1500 N Decatur Rd, 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.
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Beloved Community Christian Worship and Free Lunch
Sunday, October 4, 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.
October 4 Preacher: Jaeun Koo, OSRL Chaplaincy Intern
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University Catholic Center: Sunday Masses
Sunday, October 4, 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Cannon Chapel
Join us for Sunday Masses on-campus.
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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. Looking to learn more? Save the date for our Friday Bible Studies.
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Emory Christian Fellowship: Bible Study and First Friday Dinner
Bible Study:
Thursdays starting September 5, 7:30-9 pm., Cannon Chapel Room 105D
Join Emory Christian Fellowship for the first Bible Study of the year. Learn more here.
October First Friday Dinner:
Friday, October 4th from 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Cannon Chapel
We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Andra Gillespie, an author and political science professor, to speak about the intersection of faith and politics. Don’t miss this Friday
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Reformed University Fellowship: Small Group Bible Study
Starting the week of September 9
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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Reverse Tashlich with Adamah ATL
Sunday, October 6, 2:00-4:00 p.m., Peachtree Creek Greenway
We welcome you to join Adamah-ATL for Reverse Tashlich. These river cleanups are a joint venture by people from different synagogues and communities, but all are part of an international effort of Repair The Sea (Tikkun Hayam). To date, more than 250 communities across the globe are planning cleanups – mostly on rivers, and beaches, in locations as far away as Auckland NZ, Kampala Uganda, Kingston Jamaica, and more. Sign up here to participate.
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The Carter Center: Finding Peace of Mind
Friday, November 15, 2024, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Carter Center
The Peace of Mind event is suited for diverse faith and lay leaders who are interested in creating or enhancing a mental wellness ministry. Our keynote speakers will detail the research and science on how religious practices have a positive effect on mental wellbeing. Our panelists, including Drs. Grant and Negi, will field questions about spiritual practices. Our hopeful outcome will include a new network of faith leaders who can share and exchange ideas for enhancing a more caring community.
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Sacred Worth: Pride Chapel and Celebration Lunch
Tuesday, October 8, Service at 11:05 am and Lunch at 12:00 pm, Cannon Chapel
Sacred Worth is hosting a pride Chapel service and celebratory lunch to follow on Tuesday, 10/8, with the service happening at 11:05 in Canon Chapel (one of Candler's regular weekly services) and lunch following service at around 12:00 in Brooks Commons.
We would like to invite all of Emory - students and faculty/staff from all areas of the university, LGBTQ+ persons and allies, to join us in celebrating pride through this service and lunch. Learn more here.
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Table Talk and Purpose Project Collaboration: Purpose Saunter
Tuesday, October 8, 4:30 p.m., Lullwater Park
TableTalk and the Purpose Project are collaborating for a special Purpose Saunter. Come take a relaxing walk in Lullwater and discuss some big questions that will deepen your perspective. More information may be found here.
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Spirituality, Religion and Health Initiative: Case Study Series
Thursday, October 10, 5:30-7:00 p.m., Randall Rollins Building Room 809
Did you know that spirituality and religion help give people meaning and therefore is
integral to their sense of self-identity?
Join us to learn more about real-life experiences of Emory’s Spiritual Health Clinicians serving both patients and fellow clinicians in our Spiritual, Religion, and Health Case Study Series. RSVP here.
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The Tam Institute for Jewish Studies: Campus Speech About Jews After October 7
Tuesday, October 29, 7:00 p.m., Emory Performing Arts Studio
Since October 7th the rhetoric about Israel, Jews, Zionism and antisemitism has escalated and intensified. Guest-lecturer Prof. Sigal Ben-Porath of the University of Pennsylvania will consider the continuity of this rhetoric with past claims about Zionism and Judaism, and the shifts represented by recent protests and boycott efforts
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Office of LGBT Life: LGBTQ+ History Month Calendar
October 2024
Save the dates for LGBTQ+ History Month at Emory University.
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Resources and Opportunities
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Compassionate Atlanta: Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer at Atlanta Pride
The first event is Atlanta Pride on October 12 - 13. This year, we will have volunteers helping us staff wellness tents for folks who need a quiet place to rest during the Atlanta Pride festival at Piedmont Park. Sign up here
Volunteer at Compassion Con
The second event is Compassion Con on October 27, at Legacy Park from 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM. At this event volunteers will be helping our non-profit partners load and unload for the event as well as helping to pass out snacks and other tasks at the festival. Sign up here
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CAPS: Fall 2024 Groups and Workshops
Emory Couseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is offering a wide range of workshops and groups for Emory faculty, students and staff.
- APIDA Support Group: This is a gathering place for Asian/Asian-American students looking for connections and support. If interested, please email Dr. Cayla Leung (cjleun2@emory.edu)
- Finding Your Calm: This is a 6-week Anxiety Skills Group. If interested, please email Dr. Alexandra Scott (ajscot7@emory.edu)
- Create and Connect: Having trouble feeling connected at Emory? Join us for 1-hr of crafts and connections. For more information, please email Dr. Alexandra Scott (ajscot7@emory.edu)
- Breaking the Mold: This is a 3 part workshop series to learn evidence-based skills to more harmoniously relate to perfection-seeking parts of yourself. The workshop is on October 8,15, 22 from 12-1 pm on Zoom. For more information contact Dr.RaiNesha Miller (rainesha.miller@emory.edu)
- ADHD Workshop: This is a monthly workshop for students with ADHD looking for support and skills. For more information, email Dr. Kelch-Oliver (kkelcho@emory.edu)
- International Student Support Monthly Workshop: This is a monthly workshop that provides a safe space for international students to connect with one another, learn coping skills, and celebrate your
cultural backgrounds. If interested please email Dr. Shujing Zhang at szhan71@emory.edu - The Mindfulness Channel: Learn, discuss and practice mindfulness skills to feel less stressed. If interested, please email Rachel Freeman at rfree27@emory.edu
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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 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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Experience Columbia Theological Seminary
October 21-22, 2024, 701 S. Columbia Drive,
Decatur, GA 30030
Greetings from Columbia Theological Seminary. Since discernment happens best in community and there's no better way to explore whether CTS is a good fit than to visit our campus, we invite you to join us October 21-22 for Experience Columbia Seminary. If you’d like to meet other prospective students, spend time with faculty, hear from President Aloyo about his vision for our community, and get to know current students and learn about their experience, we highly recommend you join us. Additionally, we will cover your meals and offer campus housing at no additional cost. You can learn more and register here.
If you have any questions, please reach out to the office of Enrollment Management and Vocational Outreach at admissions@ctsnet.edu.
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Emory Votes Initiative: Volunteers Needed
Volunteers needed. The Emory Votes Initiative is looking for volunteers to support the DeKalb County Polling Site located on Emory’s Atlanta campus for the 2024 Presidential Elections. Early voting runs from October 15, 2024 – November 1, 2024. Election Day is November 5.
This volunteer opportunity is a collaboration between Emory's Office of Government and Community Affairs and Campus Life's Emory Votes Initiative housed in the Center for Civic and Community Engagement.
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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 2024-25
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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
These events 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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Rosh Hashanah
Wed., Oct. 2 – Fri., Oct. 4, 2024
Tradition: Judaism
The Jewish New Year and the anniversary of the creation of the world, Rosh Hashanah is the first of the Ten Days of Awe (also known as the Ten Days of Repentance) that conclude on Yom Kippur. It marks the beginning of the holiest time of the year for Jews.
Navaratri
Thu., Oct. 3 – Sat., Oct. 12, 2024
Tradition: Hinduism
A nine-night (nav-rat) celebration of nine auspicious forms of Shakti/Devi (feminine divine power/the Goddess).
Yom Kippur
Fri., Oct. 11 – Sat., Oct. 12, 2024
Tradition: Judaism
Day of Atonement. The conclusion of the Ten Days of Awe, Yom Kippur is the holiest and most solemn of all days in the Jewish year. It is characterized by repentance, fasting, and forgiveness. Begins at sundown.
Dusserah (Vijaya Dashami)
Sat., Oct. 12, 2024
Tradition: Hinduism
Aholiday marking the triumph of Rama, an avatar of Vishnu, over the 10-headed demon king Ravana, who abducted Rama's wife, Sita. The festival's name is derived from the Sanskrit words dasha (“ten”) and hara (“defeat”).
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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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