Dear Peachtree Friends,

Due to the ongoing road construction around Peachtree Christian Church, we want to help make your arrival and departure as smooth as possible.

• Entrance: The best working entrance is from Spring Street (see map).

• Exit: The best working exit is onto Peachtree Street.

Please use these routes when coming and going from church until construction is complete. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigate this temporary change together.

Grace and peace,
Alan Barnes (Communications Director)
Peachtree Christian Church

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Join us for an information session for PCC's trip to Tuscany Italy on Sunday Oct 19th at 10am in Burns Hall

Tuscany Awaits: A Journey of Faith & Fellowship"

Come sip, dream, and discover! Join us for Coffee & Conversation as we unveil the details of our inspiring church trip to Tuscany, Italy. Picture rolling hills, ancient cathedrals, and deep spiritual connection as we walk where history and faith meet. Whether you're simply curious or already dreaming of Tuscany, this one-hour gathering is your chance to learn all about the trip — from the itinerary and travel details to the heart behind the journey — and take your first step toward an unforgettable experience of faith, friendship, and beauty.

April 29, 2026 - May 6, 2026

Join Peachtree's Senior Adult Ministry on an unforgettable journey to the heart of Italy — beautiful, sun-soaked Tuscany! We will be traveling with Collette travel and they have put together a wonderful itinerary full of culture, connection, and comfort. Register here and contact Rev. Katie Bond for details.

Sun | Oct 19 | 9:00 and 11:00am | Chapel and Sanctuary

The Rev. Dr. Brad Miller came to ministry through a circuitous route. He worked in government and then as a professor of Political Science before answering the call to ministry. Brad served at Peachtree while attending Candler School of Theology and upon graduation became our Associate Minister. He was with us from 1996 until 2001 when he accepted the call of Brookhaven CC to become their Senior Minister. He served there for 12 years. Pastorates in Indiana and Massachusetts followed. He then returned to academia until he retired in May 2025. Now Brad and his wife Carolynn live in Lansing, MI where they are near family and the family cottage in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

Wednesdays in October · 7:00–8:30 PM · Online/Zoom

Led by Rev. Nick Chambers

What does it mean to truly pray? How can prayer shape not only our words, but our hearts, habits, and lives? Join Rev. Nick Chambers for a four-week class exploring the practice and power of prayer. We’ll explore the Lord’s Prayer as a foundation and template for a daily life of prayer. Whether you’re new to prayer or seeking to deepen your practice, you’re warmly invited.

Register now!

Sun | Oct 26 | 10am | Playground

Round up your friends and family for our annual fall celebration! Children preschool through 5th grade are invited to enjoy pony rides*, s’mores, painting mini pumpkins, and games. Youth are encouraged to help with the fun, while parents of infants and toddlers are welcome to bring their little ones to enjoy the playground. Activities will begin at 10 AM. Please check your children in at the welcome table on the playground. After service, Preschool–Kindergarten children will be picked up from their Sunday School room on the 2nd Floor Children’s Hall, while Elementary children will be picked up from Burns Hall. Invite your neighbors and friends! *Due to weight restrictions, pony rides are limited to children under 12 years old.

Sun | Oct 26 | 9:00 and 11:00am | Chapel and Sanctuary

On October 26, Joe Gardner will join Dr. Longbons during the sermon. Joe, an architect and lifelong member, will help explain the important symbolism within the architecture of our sanctuary. Many of us feel the sacredness of this space. We see its beauty and are drawn to worship through it. Come to hear how the space itself was designed, and features selected to enhance and enrich our worship of God.

Sunday | Nov 2 | 11AM | Sanctuary

If you have lost a dear one since our last All Saints Sunday (November 2022) and would like for them to be remembered, please contact Dee Stone by Oct 26 to arrange for your loved one to be included.

Contact: Dee Stone | dstone@peachtree.org

Sunday | Nov 16 | Noon | Burns Hall | $5 kids and $10 adults

Get ready to have your cake and eat it too! Our annual youth ministry fundraiser is just around the corner, and we need your sweet contributions to make it a slice above the rest. Join us for a carb-packed lunch (pasta and cake, please!) to help us raise dough for our youth ministry service projects and events. $5 kids $10 adults

Sun | Nov 2 - Dec 7 | 10am | Zoom and Rm 213

For this six-week series, we will examine the development of some of the church’s foundational doctrines. We will explore pertinent Biblical passages along with important theological debates of the early church.
 
You will need a modern translation of the Bible along with the study guide.
 
Our study will also use the Kerygma study guide called, The Bible and Theology, Book One (Themes 1 and 2, Who is Jesus? Who is God?) As the names implies, it is the first in a series of study guides. Be sure to get Book One. It is available from the publisher: https://kerygma.com/products/bible-theology-one?_pos=2&_sid=daa86eece&_ss=r
 
You may also want a copy of Turning Points in Theology by Donald McKim upon which our study guide is based (abbr. TPT). It is widely available on-line, including from Kerygma.

Please, order your own copy (or copies). If cost is prohibitive, contact me or Rev. Brooks Gignilliat. The church does offer scholarships.  Contact, Mary-Elizabeth with questions about which study guide to buy.
 
For each topic, we will spend the first week learning about the witness of the Hebrew Bible/Old Testament, the second week about the witness of the New Testament, and the third week about the witness of the church through the ages, including that of some of history’s greatest theologians.
 
November 2-11 The Trinity: Who is God? (TPT pp. 4-21)
    November 2 The witness of Hebrew Bible/Old Testament
    November 9 The witness of New Testament
    November 16 The witness of the church
 
November 23- December 7 Christology: Who is Jesus Christ? (TPT pp. 22-43)
    November 23 The witness of Hebrew Bible/Old Testament
    November 30 The witness of New Testament
    December 7 The witness of the church

Those who prefer are welcome to opt for only one of the three-week subunits of this six-week series.

Register
 

Wed | Dec 10 & 17 | 7-8:30pm | Online

Continually in performance ever since its debut in 1742, Handel’s Messiah may represent the greatest sustained use of Biblical texts in musical setting.  It is certainly one of the most popular and successful.
Both its libretto and score create a profound sense of expectation, thrill even.  How does Handel achieve that and to what thematic purpose?
Join us as we explore the Biblical, theological, and compositional underpinnings of this magnum opus.

Register

Wed | Oct 15 | 11:30am | Magnolia Room Cafeteria

This month, Peachtree’s Senior Adult Ministry is heading to the Magnolia Room for our October “Lunch Bunch”! Join us for classic Southern cooking and warm fellowship in a charming and welcoming setting.

Questions? Contact Rev. Katie Bond at kbond@peachtree.org

Thurs | Oct 23 | 10 AM | Library

The Queen’s Cook by Tessa Afshar

You’re warmly invited to the next CWF (Christian Women’s Fellowship) Book Club gathering on Thursday, October 23, at 10:00 AM in the Library at Peachtree Christian Church. We’ll be discussing The Queen’s Cook by Tessa Afshar.

Travel deep in time with this work of historical fiction set in the palace of Biblical Queen Esther. This novel of life-threatening palace intrigue and religious oppression is bolstered with rich details of ancient Persian culture in the city of Susa. Bring your book, your thoughts, and a friend. We look forward to seeing you there!

Bring your book, your thoughts, and a friend!

We look forward to seeing you there!

We’d love for you to come help serve Mondays at 8am. Ready to eat at 9!

Our recurring needs are frozen breakfast casseroles (if sausage is involved we request turkey sausage), big bowls of cut-up fruit, and ground coffee. These items can be brought to church on Sunday morning and placed in the freezer in the 1st floor kitchen. Contact Brooks Gignilliat with questions.

UPDATE

Monday Breakfast Club is in need of some casseroles. Brooks is on imminent Paternity leave and wants to have it setup well for our volunteers. If you would like a disposable casserole dish, please stop by Brooks' office and he will provide you one.

And here are some casserole recipes :

Veggie https://www.eatingbirdfood.com/hash-brown-breakfast-casserole/#wprm-recipe-container-111604

Turkey https://amandascookin.com/turkey-hash-brown-breakfast-casserole/

Sausage https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/breakfast-casserole/

Phone number

Mobile: (404) 709-0199

Sundays | 10am | Room 212

Sundays | 10am | Room 214

Our Parenting Class at Peachtree offers a relaxed, discussion-based environment where parents can connect through real conversations, shared experiences, and practical advice. Whether you're raising toddlers or navigating the teenage years, you'll find encouragement and support. We enjoy taking time to pray together, supporting one another through the ups and downs of parenting. New parents are always welcome—come join us for meaningful discussion and a deeper sense of community.

Sundays | 10:00 am | Room 217 

Fellowship is the perfect name for this class, where members gather in a warm, welcoming space to learn, connect, and share in the abundant grace and blessings of God. It’s a place where relationships are built, both through the class and throughout church-wide activities, offering countless opportunities to grow together in faith. 

The class focuses on helping older adults deepen their understanding of the Bible, its relevance and importance to living our Christian faith. Our lessons explore essential themes like faith, joy, love, forgiveness, and the essence of living as a community of believers. Each Sunday, a rotating team of teachers brings new perspectives, blending historical insights with contemporary reflections, sparking thought-provoking discussions and moments of shared growth. 

Come be a part of this vibrant group of prime-time adults as we continue to grow our understanding of Jesus' teachings and what it truly means to live as a community of believers. 

Sundays | 10am | 1st Floor Youth Room

Our Youth Sunday School class for middle and high school students (6th-12th grade) is designed to help teens connect with Scripture in a real and meaningful way.

In this 45-minute session, we'll explore how God’s Word speaks directly to the challenges and decisions teens face every day—whether it's friendships, identity, faith, or purpose.

Through engaging teaching and thoughtful discussion, students will not only dive deeper into understanding the character of God, but also strengthen their theology and build a foundation for navigating life with faith and wisdom.

This class is a place to learn, ask questions, and grow together in a supportive, vibrant community.

Teachers: Rev. Katie Bond & Jeff Bond

Sundays | 10AM | ROOM 215

Logos Men’s Sunday School Class exercises our biblical imagination as we focus on one compelling biblical word at a time. You are invited to an intentional discussion that includes the question, “What does the Word of God mean to us?” Each month we will grapple with how the Word of God is evident in various aspects of our lives.

If you are interested in providing Sunday morning flowers for the Sanctuary altar or niches in memory of a family member, please contact Karen Upchurch for more information. karen.upchurch@gmail.com

Welcome, Volunteers!

You can help our church in numerous ways by volunteering. Here are a few current openings:

Legacy Club, Tuesdays and Thursdays, respite ministry, kbond@peachtree.org

Monday Breakfast Club, Monday mornings, outreach ministry, bgignilliat@peachtree.org

Heritage and Consecration Sunday, October 5, fellowship ministry, 
jamiekmuller@gmail.com or amtimberlake@yahoo.com

All Saints Sunday, set up on November 1, prayer ministry, dstone@peachtree.org

Children’s area, Sunday mornings, children’s ministry, rschulz@peachtree.org

Greeters, special events, connections ministry, dstone@peachtree.org

Please email the ministry contact for more information on how you might help.

The Legacy Club. There are more than 43 million unpaid caregivers in the US who care for a child or adult family member. The Legacy Club provides respite (a break) for caregivers and their loved ones who are experiencing cognitive decline resulting from loneliness, isolation, stroke, and dementia.

Month Partner: Midtown Assistance Center (MAC): Your October donations support MAC’s pantry, providing essentials for Atlanta’s working poor. Give generously and help meet critical community needs this fall!

Info: Brooks Gignilliat

bgignilliat@peachtree.org