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Adult Forum Series
Germany Pilgrimage Reflections • Sundays, May 10 & 17 • 9:15 am
Join us for a two-part Adult Forum inspired by our recent pilgrimage to Germany, exploring faith, music, and witness across the centuries. Come for coffee, conversation, and a deeper look at how these voices still speak into our lives of faith today.
May 10 • Martin Luther & Johann Sebastian Bach
We’ll reflect on the bold reforms of Martin Luther and the enduring beauty of Johann Sebastian Bach. From Wittenberg to Leipzig, we’ll consider how theology and music together shaped a movement—and continue to shape the Church today.
May 17 • Dietrich Bonhoeffer
We turn to the courageous witness of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, whose life and writings challenge us to faithful discipleship in difficult times. What does it mean to follow Christ with integrity and courage in our own day? The Outreach Team will host breakfast this morning.
May 24 • No Forum, Memorial Day Weekend
May 31 • Bishop’s Visitation
The Rt. Rev. Rob Wright, 10th Bishop of the Diocese of Atlanta, will join us for a bounteous breakfast and conversation.
| | | | | | On Sunday, May 17, we will gather to mark Ruth's final Sunday among us and give thanks for her ministry among us. You may contribute to a farewell purse as a tangible expression of our gratitude through the provided link or by writing a check with “Gift for Ruth” in the memo line. | | | | |
Church of the Common Ground
Sandwich Build
May 10, 11:15 AM
Please join us in the Parish Hall tomorrow to make sandwiches for our unhoused siblings who worship in Woodruff Park weekly. If you would like to help deliver the lunches and worship with our friends, we will leave at 12:15 PM.
Contact Robin Hickey | hickeys5040@gmail.com
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Coffee for Parents with Young Children
May 17, 9:00-10:00 AM
Parents and caregivers of children age 4 and under are invited to a cozy coffee hour to connect and get to know one another. This gathering is open to members, newcomers, and families baptized within the last three years. No agenda, just coffee, hot breakfast, conversation, and community.
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Support VBS: Donate or Volunteer!
Vacation Bible School is just around the corner, and we need your help to make it a fun, faith-filled experience for our kids! You can support VBS by donating supplies through our Amazon Wishlist or by volunteering your time. We’re especially looking for helpers to set up, clean up, guide kids as they move between stations, or bring a baked treat to keep our volunteers energized and appreciated. Contact Renee at
rstephens@holyinnocents.org for more information or to volunteer.
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Children’s Choir
May 10, 9:30 AM
We are so excited to be singing on May 10th in honor of Mother’s Day. Kids will start rehearsal at 9:30 AM, immediately following a shortened Sunday School. Children’s Choir will sing for the congregation at the 10:15 AM service following that morning’s Children’s Chapel. All are welcome! For questions, contact Renee at rstephens@holyinnocents.org
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End of the Year Sunday School Celebration
May 17, 9:00 AM
Kids ages PreK-5th grade are invited to celebrate an exciting year of growth, learning, and faith at our End of the Year Sunday School Celebration! Join us on May 17th at 9:00 AM as we wrap up our programming year with a fun-filled tropical-themed celebration for all ages. Come dressed in your favorite bright colors or island-inspired outfits and get ready for a joyful morning together! Kids will enjoy a fun treat, a tropical egg hunt, and a special slideshow highlighting memories from the year. We will also recognize and celebrate our 5th-grade graduates, and every child will receive a gift. This will be a meaningful time to reflect on the year, celebrate our students, and enjoy fellowship as a community. We look forward to celebrating with you!
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Youth Group
May 17, 4:00-6:00 PM
6th–12th graders are invited to Youth Group on May 17 from 4:00–6:00 PM for a Build & Destroy Night! We’ll kick things off with dinner, then break into teams for some high-energy challenges where you’ll race to build creative structures like the strongest balloon wall and other surprise builds. But there’s a twist—everything gets tested, and the goal is to see whose creation can withstand the chaos. The winning team will take home prizes for the strongest surviving structure!
We’ll also spend time talking about something bigger than the games: how we can use this summer to build a stronger, more lasting relationship with God. Bring a friend, bring your energy, and get ready for a fun and meaningful night!
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VBS Decorating Party
May 28 11:00 AM-1:00 PM
We need your hands to help prep for VBS. In just a few short weeks, we will welcome 100 kids for an entire week of crafts, science experiments, music, games, and other activities. Help us prepare our space and supplies for this exciting ministry. Pizza provided!
Please note: The final VBS Leader meeting is before the decorating party. Youth leaders, please be there at 10:00 AM, adult leaders at 10:30 AM.
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VBS 2026: Knights of the North Castle
June 1-5 from 9:00 AM-12:15 PM
Join Holy Innocents’ Episcopal Church for an unforgettable week at VBS 2026: Knights of the North Castle! Children will step into a world of courage, faith, and fun as they learn what it means to “Be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his power” (Ephesians 6:10). Through exciting Bible stories, music, crafts, games, and fellowship, campers will discover the Armor of Faith and how God equips us to stand strong in every season of life.
Optional aftercare is available until 3:30 pm for families who need a longer day of fun and supervision.
The week will conclude with campers sharing their VBS song during the 10:15 am service on Sunday, June 7th. Families are warmly invited to stay after the service for a picnic lunch as we celebrate a wonderful week together!
Cost: $85 per camper | $85 additional for aftercare
Open to rising Pre-K through rising 5th grade. Rising 6th grade and up are invited to serve as youth leaders. Youth leaders, please sign up to volunteer here.
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Third Friday Breakfast: Men of HI
May 15, 7:30 AM
Enjoy warm hospitality, engaging discussions, and a fresh breakfast in the Frost Youth Center. Come for the conversation and stay for the fellowship.
Contact Charles Crosby | charles@corepm.net
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Prayer Shawl Ministry
June 2, 7:00-8:30 PM
Join us in the Parlor on Tuesday, May 5, 7:00–8:30 PM. We knit and crochet shawls for those in need, but bring any project—needlepoint, cross-stitch, even mending—and enjoy fellowship while you work.
Contact Cammie Ives | cammieives@gmail.com
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Reading Connections
May 11, 6:00 PM | Inglett C
The May Women’s Reading Connections meeting begins at 6:00 pm, with book discussion at 6:30 pm. This month’s book is Theo of Golden by Allen Levi, a novel about a mysterious older man whose quiet acts of generosity transform lives and build unexpected connections.
Contact Michelle Driscoll
dris1296@yahoo.com
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Bucket List Book Club
June 7, 1:00 PM | Parlor
This co-ed group is reading The Master and Margarita by Mikhail Bulgakov. The next meeting will be held on June 7 at 1:00 pm.
Contact Audrey Sumner audreysum4833@gmail.com
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Men's Dinner & a Book
May 12, 6:30 PM
The next Men's Dinner and a Book is Tuesday, May 12 at 6:30 PM and the book is Mattering: The Secret to a Life of Deep Connection and Purpose by Jennifer Wallace. Kevin Nuffer is hosting. If you would like to attend, please contact Jeremy Webber for details. All men at Holy Innocents are included and invited.
Contact Jeremy Webber
jhwwebber@gmail.com
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Realm Access
Realm is our database system, which allows us to communicate all of the things that the clergy and staff do behind the scenes to make Holy Innocents' our home. You are also now able to connect to your record with instant access to the directory, your giving, event registration, and more. To connect to your account:
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Email Renee Stephens at rstephens@holyinnocents.org for an invitation link.
- Create your password and remember it!
- Use your email address and password to log in through a browser or the Connect app
Connect app for iPhone: click here. Connect app for Android: click here.
Once you have your account access, update your contact information and upload a picture that will be used in the directory. Contact Renee for help. rstephens@holyinnocents.org
Pastoral Notes
If someone is in the hospital, has died, or has some other pastoral emergency, please contact our clergy directly. Call the church office at 404-255-4023 and follow the prompts. This will connect you directly with the clergyperson on call.
If you have joys to share, new births, grandbabies, graduations, or job announcements, we will gladly share them in our weekly Hi-Lights email if you send a note to communications@holyinnocents.org
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