Reflections and information from a variety of voices around the Diocese of Atlanta
Because agriculture is so big across the our state, Georgia is a prime target for labor trafficking. This form of human trafficking involves coercing individuals into providing labor or services. Labor traffickers frequently exploit people…
Long-lasting change in a community is more likely with partners who work together successfully over time. But how do Episcopal churches and community partners make those strong, lasting connections? Make the Partnership Core to Your…
Human trafficking thrives in darkness, but the Gospel of Jesus Christ is always a movement toward light. The Ultimate Assault on the Image of God Across our nation and around the world—including here in Georgia—men,…
What is the Georgia Advance Directive for Health Care? The Georgia Advance Directive for Health Care is a comprehensive legal document that allows you to plan in advance for medical decision-making in the event you…
You might think that ending generational poverty is simply achieved through more income. A more effective answer — especially in Georgia — is higher quality, affordable childcare. Without good childcare, parents who live in persistent…
The Distraction of Herod’s Temple If the histories are to be believed, the temple in Jerusalem, Herod’s Temple, was striking in its grandeur, breathtaking in its magnificence, flawless in its design. Spanning 40 acres, built…
If you’re new to seeking funding from the Episcopal Community Foundation for Middle and North Georgia (ECF), the process might appear complicated. Our website was recently redesigned to offer comprehensive tools and convey our style…
The Reality of Out-of-Pocket Healthcare Expenses at Age 65 On turning age 65 all U.S. citizens with sufficient work history, generally defined as 40 quarters, become eligible for Medicare coverage. Also, those with disabilities or…
The Atlanta Community Food Bank (ACFB) got its start in the basement of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church (Atlanta) in 1979. Today, the organization has a service map which spans 29 counties around the Metro Atlanta…
In a world where so many hunger and, at the same time, so many toss food as if it is rubbish, it is clear our food system is broken.
Understand the importance of spiritual reflection in preventing volunteer burnout and enhancing the impact of community service.
Revocable trusts can be powerful planning tools in Georgia when properly designed and funded both for management and distribution of assets.