Sweet sound of music: Traveling internationally, the Fisk Jubilee Singers are noted for singing Negro spirituals. At 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 31, the two-time Grammy-nominated group will feature Oral Moses, the bass-baritone, while in concert at Cascade United Methodist Church, performing alongside the church's chancel choir. The event is free and open to the public. "These spirituals not only tell the story of hope, faith and belief in God, but some used hidden messages like 'Go Down Moses' that helped guide slaves to freedom," said Paulette Baber, a chancel choir member. Call 404-691-5770 for additional information. 3144 Cascade Road SW, Atlanta. www.cascadeumc.org.
Valentine's Day celebration: Presented by Married & Naked (M&N), the church will host a Valentine's Day event at 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14 for couples—married and dating. The celebration will include food, music including a DJ and wedding singer and several surprises. There will also be a marriage check-up, specifically tailored for the event. "None of us have perfect marriages because we are not perfect people. But, we all possess the power within to attain the happiness we deserve," said Marie Box-Barnes, an administrative assistant at the church. Open to all, the cost is $50 per couple for M&N members and $100 for non-members. Registration ends on Monday, Feb. 9. For more details, email support@marriedandnaked.com. 637 Highland Avenue NE, Atlanta. www.progressionchurch.com.
Interfaith panel discussion: America has come a long way since the 1960s when a coalition of religious leaders helped bring about fundamental changes in attitudes toward race and social equality. But in recent years, movements in opposition to Stand Your Ground Laws, police actions in Ferguson, Missouri and New York City have once again forced a discussion of prevailing social attitudes. At 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 15, the Atlanta Interfaith Leaders Fellowship will sponsor a panel discussion called "Social Protest, Social Change & Religion: Exploring Creative Paths to Peace." Held at Emory Presbyterian Church, panelists, including an imam, a community activist, and a reverend, will focus on the role of religion and people of faith in social change and social protest. Free and open to all. For more details, visit www.emorypresbyterian.org. 1886 N. Decatur Road NE, Atlanta.
Spirituality conference: From 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, the Rev. Martha Sterne, an Atlanta-based author and priest, will lead a program titled "Real, Local & Organic: 21st Century Spirituality." The event will be held at Mary and Martha's Place, an inclusive community that strives to integrate spiritual growth, social justice and ecological consciousness. Registration is $65 and will include program activities and lunch. For more details, visit www.maryandmarthasplace.com. 4393 Garmon Road, Atlanta.
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