peachtree road storybook
Write down for the coming generation what the Lord has done, so that people not yet born will praise him. – Psalms 102:18
A Calling to Care: The Story of One Lamb by diane moffett In 2019, a family at Peachtree Road United Methodist Church (PRUMC) faced an overwhelming challenge. A PRUMC teenage child needed urgent mental health treatment, but the financial strain made it nearly impossible for the family. Moved by compassion, a group of friends quietly … Read more
Taking a Stand on Race Relations Through the Years by bonnie copeland In the 1950’s, as Atlanta was navigating the Civil Rights Movement and the potential integration of public schools, a valiant group of 80 clergy took a stand. In 1957 the “Southern Manifesto” was created by southern politicians opposing public school integration through a … Read more
Adult Education at PRUMC from 1993-1998 a personal reflection by margaret ann crain In 1992, a search committee was formed to find a director of Christian education. Palacia Seaman asked Dr. Charles R. Foster, Professor of Religion and Education at Candler School of Theology, for his recommendation. The search committee was intent on finding someone … Read more
Music Through the Years By ty tippett It took George Frederic Handel only 24 days to compose the oratorio Messiah, after which he said, “I think I have seen all Heaven before me, and the great God himself.” Over the past century at Peachtree Road, music has been a main medium through which people have … Read more
The Face of Kindness Alba and Friend Alba Mladenoff is the face of Peachtree Road United Methodist Church. Anyone entering the Rollins Circle entrance is always greeted with a smile and an offering of assistance. Whether it is a book she is holding for you or a phone number she has retrieved, Alba is the … Read more
The Methodist Church has a long tradition of supporting and fostering quality education. When the families of our young church were looking for a kindergarten program, they entertained the idea of starting their own school. In 1952, Dr. Charles Cooper, Hazel Wade, and Harold Hill, Sr. proposed the possibility of offering a weekday school for 4 and 5 year olds.
Early in 1973, Senior Minister Dr. Thomas Whiting offered Dr. Quintin Hand, a professor of Pastoral Care and Counseling at Candler School of Theology, a sabbatical assignment to explore the feasibility of a counseling center housed within this church, and available to both members and the community at large.
The Flower Guild has been a great source of camaraderie and lasting friendships. One does not need experience to participate. We regard All Saints’ Day 2001 as the date of the founding of the Flower Guild and are grateful to the congregation and to the staff for their continued support. We look forward to 2025, celebrating our church’s Centennial and our 24 years of service.
From 2002 until today, Peachtree Road United Methodist Church is adorned with liturgical expressions of beauty through the faithful and tireless efforts of so many – designers, painters, upholsterers, and of course the many hands that have stitched….and stitched…..and stitched. We give thanks for these and those not mentioned who gave all to the glory of God.
Preparing a sanctuary for worship services does not just happen by itself. Think about the many tasks that have been done early on Sunday morning to prepare for a time of worship. From a small, faithful group to a vibrant group of more than 60 women in 2022, the organization is vital for the services of the church.
Sharing the history, growth, and ministry of Peachtree Road UMC… one story at a time.
A LEGACY PROJECT OF PEACTHREE ROAD
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