Category: Event Resources

First Existentialist hosts and sponsors many programs on behalf of the community. The focus is generally educational, but may include social justice or other causes which we may sponsor or support.

For more information on any of these programs, please contact the church office at:  office@firstexistentialist.org  or call us at 404-378-5570.

Childrens Program

During services, there is a children’s program held downstairs run by a hired childcare professional (usually also a member or friend).  The children have play time, have an opening ceremony, usually perform an activity from the Moral Tales curriculum, and have a snack before being picked up by their parents.

BiRacial History Project

More info here.

Concerts are held in our building in the main sanctuary upstairs, which seats 150 and can hold 200 standing. We have chairs, several large folding tables as well as some card tables available for rentals on request.  We also have a handicap accessible bathroom upstairs and two bathrooms downstairs.  The stage in the main sanctuary has a sound room and a basic speaker system for vocal amplification.  For any other purpose, you will need to bring your own sound equipment.  There is also basic, independent ambient lighting for the stage, art gallery areas on the walls, general room area, foyer, and upstairs kitchen.  You will probably need to bring your own lighting for concerts or other special events requiring a sophisticated setup.

Upcoming Shows

Cledus Jeremiah Jones

Recurring Shows

Fiddler’s Green

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As part of our unyielding support of the community and family, we extend our invitation to make use of building facilities to host event gatherings, and we make every effort to accommodate their needs. Life events include weddings, naming ceremonies, funerals, memorial services, etc. Our beautiful sanctuary provides a unique space for a variety of special occasions and includes:

• Wonderful acoustics, original hardwood floors, and original tin ceiling tiles add to the charm and historic warmth of the sanctuary.
• A concert quality baby-grand piano by Mason & Hamlin is available for the experienced musician. The stage and versatility of the space also make lectures, civic meetings and workshops very comfortable.
• Capacity of 150+ with padded folding chairs for 110 allowing for a variety of seating configurations in the Sanctuary.
• Main Sanctuary space – approximately 1500 square feet, plus a 12’ x 20’ stage – all with original hardwood floors!
• Tables for serving or displays are available – 6 ft, 5 ft, and card tables.
• Building Access – wheelchair ramp to the main entrance. Accessible restroom provided on the main floor and in the great room downstairs.
• Sanctuary Art Gallery featuring local artists. Parking on-street parking – abundant and free!
• Alcohol Policy allows serving, but not selling of alcoholic beverages.
• Climate Controlled with central heat and air conditioning for your comfort.

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The First Existentialist Congregation of Atlanta is an active participant in our greater Community, supporting, and often hosting, a diverse range of individuals and organizations sharing values and ethics similar to our own.  From the Candler Park Neighborhood Organization (CPNO) to Sunday Assembly Atlanta, to ZAMI-NOBLA and Sankofa/Interplay Atlanta, to Mary Lin School and the Primavera Preschool and Aftercare Programs, to the Atlanta Area Friends of Folk Music (AAFFM), to various 5 Rhythms/Ecstatic Dance groups, we host organizations of a broad variety of interests.

Of course, Community means people, and the truest depth of our commitment to our community comes down to the life events of the people around us.  Weddings and the joys around our many individual commitments to each other are one of the underpinnings of our lives, and we certainly support and make space available to couples wishing to formalize their lives together.  And of course we host Celebrations of Life ceremonies and memorials that naturally follow at the ends of loved ones’ lives.