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 Monastery Open to the Public |
2625 Hwy 212 SW Atlanta, GA 30094 United States +1 770 483 8705 http://www.trappist.net/index.... |
This is the only working monastery in the state, and was founded in 1944 by a group of twenty Cistercian monks from Kentucky. A daily Mass is held and is open to the public. On the 13th of every month, Nancy Fowler comes to speak on what she claims to be her visions from the Virgin Mary. The monks operate a gift shop on site offering fresh baked breads, and there is also a greenhouse and plant shop featuring genuine Japanese Bonsai trees. Review © 2009, Wcities |
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Historic House of Worship |
360 Peachtree St Atlanta, GA 30308 United States +1 404 524 6614 http://www.atlantafumc.net/ |
First United Methodist was first organized in Atlanta 150 years ago, and the current church still features many of the ornate stained glass windows from its original buildings. The original pulpit and much of the original organ have survived as well, lending an authentic feel to the grand structure. Services are held on Sundays and Thursdays; also offered are weekly Bible study classes and a Sunday prayer meeting led by Pastor Wayne Johnson. Review © 2009, Wcities |
 A Rich History |
220 Auburn Avenue Atlanta, GA 30303 United States +1 404 827 9707 http://www.bigbethelame.org/ |
Big Bethel was around even before Atlanta became a city. Founded in 1847 as Union Church, it was renamed Bethel Tabernacle in 1855 when its congregation was made up almost entirely of slaves. In 1868 it moved next door to its present building, which had served as the first school for black children in Atlanta. Today, the church is one of the largest AME churches in the city. The high steeple's "Jesus Saves" neon sign has lit the Atlanta skyline since 1918. Open during the day for visitors. Review © 2009, Wcities |
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Buckhead's Catholic landmark |
2699 Peachtree Road North East Atlanta, GA 30305-3689 United States +1 404 233 2145 http://www.christtheking-atl.org/ |
The Cathedral of Christ the King keeps company with several churches on a scenic stretch of Peachtree Road in Buckhead. Its aged, stone exterior and stained glass windows have positioned the stately church as a local landmark since 1936. Seat of the Atlanta Catholic Diocese, the cathedral offers Sunday services at 7:30a, 9a, 10:30a (choir), noon, 1:30p (Spanish), 5:30p (contemporary) and 7p (teen). Saturday services are held at 8a and 5:30p and weekday services are at 6:45a, 8a, and 12:10p. Review © 2009, Wcities |
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150 Years of Worship |
2744 Peachtree Road Atlanta, GA 30305 United States +1 404 365 1000 http://www.stphilipscathedral.org |
Established in 1847, this mammoth cathedral has served as the seat of Atlanta's Episcopalian diocese for more that 150 years. The most peculiar aspect of the church's design is the Hall of Bishops, a 40-foot hexagon that features 11 circular paths that form a sort of labyrinth, meant to represent the pilgrimages of the Middle Ages. Tours of the facility are offered on Sunday mornings, or by appointment during the week. Services are also held daily throughout the week, with a special Spanish service on Sundays at 1:30p. Review © 2009, Wcities |
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MLK Preached Here |
407 Auburn Avenue NE Atlanta, GA 30312 United States +1 404 688 7263 http://www.historicebenezer.org/ |
Ebenezer Baptist Church was founded in 1886, and has since stood as a high-profile center for African-American leadership and worship in Atlanta. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. began his ministry in this unassuming structure, and gained a national voice through his sermons from its pulpit. The Southern Christian Leadership Conference was also founded here. The church has recently expanded to a new sanctuary, but the original building continues to be a place of worship with services offered every Sunday at 7:45a and 11a. See website for visitors guide, weekly announcements, online services, and pastor bio. Review © 2009, Wcities |
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Inspirational Landmark Arches |
1328 Peachtree Street Northeast Atlanta, GA 30309 United States +1 404 892 8461 http://firstpresatl.org |
Known for its inspiring music program and vibrant congregation, this landmark church has been a Midtown fixture since before the Civil War. Founded in 1848, the First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta is housed in a striking stone behemoth on Peachtree Street next door to the High Museum of Art. Today, the church supports a community of nearly 3,000. See website for visitor's guide and complete worship schedule. Review © 2009, Wcities |
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Shhhhh... monks at work |
2625 Highway 212 Atlanta, GA 30388 United States +1 770 483 8705 |
Constructed in 1944, this landmark has been a home and place of devotion to Trappist monks for over half a century. Stressing penance and prayer over conversation, these reflective monks work and live at the monastery to this day, and don't leave the confines unless absolutely necessary. The living quarters are not open to the public, but tours are available of the grounds, the greenhouse, and the Gothic abbey. A gift shop is also located on the grounds. Public Mass is conducted on Sundays. Review © 2009, Wcities |
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Virginia-Highland house of worship |
1411 N. Morningside Drive Atlanta, GA 30306 United States +1 404 876 7396 http://www.morningsidepc.org/ |
Established in 1925, the Morningside Presbyterian Church was founded as a mission of the Atlanta Presbytery Home Mission Committee and First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta. Located in a scenic residential neighborhood in the Virginia-Highlands, the structure was designed by noted church architects Thomas and Waggoner of Philadelphia. Set on a wooded campus, construction of the church building began in 1946 and was not completed until 1949. In addition to Sunday services, the church maintains an active youth center, a counseling center, and numerous seniors' programs. Sunday service is at 11a. Review © 2009, Wcities |