City On Purpose Newsletter - Game night, comic convention, 5K, and more!
Check all the happenings this week in the city!
Hi everyone!
Thank you to everyone who completed our survey last week! We are working on getting that giveaway together, so stay tuned! I hope you’re all doing well, surviving the heat. I know I am considering buying a kiddie pool just to survive the summer. Here’s to staying cool!
Also, we have the podcast version available for those who prefer to listen!
With that, here are this week’s resources, information, and fun stuff to do around town:
Fun things to do - happening this weekend …
July 16th (Wednesday) Young Adult Game Night
July 17th (Thursday) 6 Degrees of Kevin Bacon Trivia
July 18th-20th (Friday-Sunday) Atlanta Comic Convention
July 18th (Friday) Theology On Tap - Fr. Branson Hipp
July 19th (Saturday) HomeStretch Service Event
July 20th (Sunday) 13th Annual 5K Run & Walk for Kid's Growth
Featured Find- Chattahoochee Nature Center
I was looking for a fun way to spend the afternoon outdoors and stumbled on this amazing spot! The Chattahoochee Nature Center is a total gem—peaceful trails, wildlife exhibits, and beautiful gardens all in one place. They even have canoe trips on the river and cool seasonal events like the Butterfly Encounter! Whether you're bringing kids, going solo, or on a casual date, this place is such a refreshing escape. Seriously—nature lovers, this is a must-visit!
Jobs and Volunteer Opportunities
Looking for a job change? Or want to use your gifts for a volunteer opportunity? We’ve included some job and volunteer opportunities in local ministries, churches, and organizations
eCatholic - eCatholic is searching for a full-time Sales Manager. We're looking for a Sales Manager who's part coach, part operator, and all-in on mission-someone who can bring structure to our team, raise the bar, and help us grow with clarity and purpose. If you've built sales teams that thrive on rhythm, discipline, and heart-and you're energized by the idea of using those skills to serve the Church-this might be the role for you. If you’re interested and want to learn more, read the full job description here.
St. John Neumann Catholic Church - St. John Neumann Catholic Church is searching for a full-time Facilities Manager. Responsibilities include hands-on repair and upkeep of building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry), supervising contractors and ensuring a safe, clean environment. This position requires on-call availability for emergencies, strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
If your company is hiring and want to let our community know about the open role, simply reply back to this newsletter with the information. We'd love to include it!
Audio Content We Think You'll Like
[Podcast] Honest To God - How NOT to ask Someone on a Date & Why You Should
Dating with a purpose bigger than just Friday nights? You're in the right place. For Catholic young adults, dating isn't just about finding a partner—it's about discerning a lifelong vocation to marriage. This video is your guide to navigating the beautiful and sometimes challenging world of dating with faith and intention.
Sunday Sermon Series
Want to quickly know what your favorite Christian leaders had to say last Sunday? Our Sunday Sermon Series rounds up some of the most popular homilies and sermons for you in easy-to-digest summaries. You can read the short summaries below and longer summaries are on the City on Purpose website here.
Fr. Mike Schmitz
In his homily, Father Mike Schmitz uses his personal struggle with Achilles tendonitis to illustrate a universal truth: we often know what to do but fail to do it. He expands on this by noting that most people already know what's good for them, from healthy habits to spiritual practices, yet struggle with implementation. Connecting to the Gospel, he highlights how even a scholar of the law, knowing the command to love God and neighbor, still sought to justify inaction. Finally, referencing a psychological study, Father Mike emphasizes that perceived lack of time often prevents us from acting on what we know is right. He concludes by urging listeners to identify one area where they are falling short and seek the necessary support to move from knowing to doing, because "knowing is nice, but doing makes the difference." Read the full summary here.
Cathedral of Christ the King
Fr. Frank McNamee's homily on the Good Samaritan redefines "neighbor" by asking to whom we must become a neighbor, urging us to overcome divisions and act with mercy rather than rigid adherence to rules, which he calls "religious acidity." He critiques modern indifference where people lament problems but fail to act, emphasizing that true faith necessitates active involvement, sacrifice, and practical charity, as exemplified by the Samaritan's costly compassion. Ultimately, McNamee connects the Samaritan's selfless acts to Christ's ultimate mercy, presenting Jesus as the divine Good Samaritan and calling all believers to embody this active, sacrificial love as their mission for eternal life. Read the full summary here.
Buckhead Church: My Story, My Song
April Farmer shares her personal testimony of surviving a life-threatening hemorrhagic stroke in 2018, during which worship, specifically the words of Psalm 34, became her anchor and aided her recovery. She uses her experience to emphasize the power of audible praise as a conscious decision to extol God in all seasons of life, even amidst profound hardship, so that others may be encouraged. Farmer then extends the invitation from Psalm 34:8 to "taste and see that the Lord is good," illustrating that true understanding of God's unwavering goodness comes through personal experience and highlighting Christ's ultimate sacrifice as the ultimate demonstration of that goodness, urging both believers and non-believers to embrace this truth. Read the full summary here.
Passion City Church
Louie Giglio emphasizes "astonishing forgiveness," drawing inspiration from the bold witness of Peter and John and a modern-day conversion story. He explains that this radical forgiveness, rooted in Christ's crucifixion, means God completely wipes away sins, urging listeners to embrace this freedom from guilt. Giglio then asserts that our capacity to forgive others is the clearest evidence of our understanding of the Gospel, stressing that true freedom from unforgiveness comes when we offer it, not when it's received. He challenges the audience with practical questions about who they need to forgive or ask forgiveness from, advocating for releasing past hurts to unlock deeper intimacy with God. Read the full summary here.
Trinity Anglican Church
Guest speaker Matthew's sermon asserts that faith in Jesus and hope in the future empower present love. He explains that genuine faith is a profound dependence on Christ, fostering equality among believers and compelling them to minister to the marginalized. This love is further fueled by the hope of God's coming kingdom, which calls Christians to resist societal division and fear-mongering by reimagining strained relationships through the lens of a shared heavenly future. Ultimately, Matthew emphasizes that embodying God's wise and precise love, cultivated through deep experiential knowledge of Him, allows believers to be partners in extending the kingdom's tangible hope to the world. Read the full summary here.
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