Faith and fitness: During Faith and Fitness, Pastor Raphael G. Warnock will lead participants in a fitness session. Participants should wear comfortable clothing. Free and open all. The session will begin after the 11:30 a.m. service in the gym adjacent to the church. July 8. Ebenezer Baptist Church, 101 Jackson St. NE, Atlanta. 404-688-7300, historicebenezer.org.
Book study: The Rev. Angela Shepherd will facilitate a book discussion about "The Cross and the Lynching Tree" by James H. Cone. The book addresses the symbolism of trees: One represents hope and faith while the other represents death and oppression for black people in America. Books will be available for purchase in the church office as well as the parish hall on Sundays; participants can also purchase copies of the books independently. Free and open to all; call the church office or visit tinyurl.com/ConeBook to register. Morning and evening sessions available. Wednesdays, 10-11:30 a.m. or 6:30-8 p.m. July 11-Aug. 15. St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church, 1790 LaVista Road NE, Atlanta. 404-634-3336, stbartsatlanta.org.
Free fitness classes: Everyone will be granted free access to fitness amenities during the Beat the Heat Fitness Challenge, which will allow participants to join a team and compete in various challenges to earn daily points and prizes. Prizes will include gift certificates, massages, blenders, tumblers and more. Advance registration is required at atlantajcc.org/beattheheat. July 16-22. Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta, 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody. 678-812-4002, atlantajcc.org.
Voter registration drive: The New Georgia Project will host a voter registration drive which will include voter registration training, canvassing, phone banking and on-site registration. Free and open to all. The training will take place from 9-10 a.m. followed by the drive from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 4. Episcopal Church of the Holy Cross, 2005 S. Columbia Pl., Decatur. 404-284-1211, holy-cross.org.
Vacation Bible School: Each day at Sea of Miracles Vacation Bible School, kids will explore Galilee during Jesus' time, participate in Christ-centered activities and receive a certificate at the end of program. Open to children 4 to 12 years old. Vacation Bible School will take place from 6-8 p.m. July 16-20; the program ceremony will be held at 4 p.m. July 21. Decatur Seven-Day Adventist Church, 2365 Candler Road, Decatur. 404-284-6908, decatursdachurch.org.
About the Author
