January 4, 11, 25: Haygood 101, 10:00-10:45AM, Conference Room
January 10: Winter Bible Conference- We Have Seen the Lord!, 9:00AM-12:00PM, Ecker Fellowship Hall
January 14: Wednesday Night Supper, 5:30-6:30, Ecker Fellowship Hall
January 21: Wednesday Night Supper, 5:30-6:30, Ecker Fellowship Hall
Starting August 17th in the Living Room. If you are curious, you come check it out!
We will use Adult Bible Studies, an UMC-endorsed curriculum that cultivates a deeper relationship with God. Each weekly lesson offers background and focal Scriptures, key verses, and relevant application for our daily walk with Jesus. Adult Bible Studies comprehensive coverage of the Bible, including special lessons during the church seasons of Advent and Christmas, and Lent and Easter, as well as suggestions for developing spiritual practices such as prayer, worship, community, and service, among many others. Adult Bible Studies is a reliable companion and guide for learning and growing in the Christian faith. To register click here.
Students in grades 5 through High School are invited to join Harmonics, an exciting new music ministry group that will sing and play instruments during various worship services throughout the church year.
5th Grade Option: Students in 5th grade may choose to participate in either Joyful Noise or Harmonics, depending on their interests and readiness.
Beyond 8th Grade? If your child is older than 8th grade and is interested in participating, please reach out to Tim Spraggins to explore available opportunities.
Rehearsals take place Sundays from 9:45 to 10:30 a.m., beginning the Sunday after Labor Day and continuing through May.
This is a wonderful opportunity for young musicians to grow in their faith, develop their musical talents, and contribute meaningfully to our worship community.
For more information or to express interest, please contact Tim Spraggins.
Join us in celebrating Haygood’s 100th Anniversary!
Show your Haygood pride with a centennial T-shirt — available in Youth Large to 2XL for just $15.
💙 Click here to get yours and be part of the celebration!
Are you new to Haygood or just want to learn more about our faith community? Join our sessions on January 4, 11, 25 from 10:00-10:45 AM in the conference room. In addition to a tour of our facility, you will learn about the history and mission of Haygood and the United Methodist Church. We’ll review some of our theological beliefs and you’ll get to know our staff and other new comers. Lastly, you’ll also discover opportunities for you to get involved in service and small groups. Please email Will Zant (will@haygoodumc.org) if you have any questions.
Please register here.
Start the new year by diving deeply into Scripture with Candler instructor Dr. Ebby Arnold. Come enjoy rich learning, lively discussion, and warm fellowship—with refreshments provided!
Course Description: This class will look at the topic of resurrection and how it was understood in the ancient world, both in the Greco-Roman and Jewish view. By examining Paul's first letter to the Corinthians and Mark's resurrection narrative, we will explore how the resurrection of Jesus changed the paradigm of new life after death. Finally, we will consider how these ideas might shape our
corporate and individual lives as witness to both the resurrection of Jesus and the final resurrection to come.
Instructor: Elizabeth Arnold, PhD
Dr. Elizabeth “Ebby” (EE-BEE) Arnold serves as Scholar-in-Residence for The Candler Foundry, where she is the creator of the Foundations in Faith and Leadership online certificate program for community and church-based theological education. Arnold also teaches courses at Candler and in the Foundry’s Courses in the Community program.
Arnold’s current research projects include investigating the nature and function of church conflict in Paul’s letters to the Corinthians and exploring how the narrative of Luke-Acts functions as a model for interpreting scripture.
Register here.
Join us on January 14th for our weekly Wednesday Night Supper! We will be serving from 5:30 until 6:30PM. Our prices are $12/adult and $7/child. Please make your reservation for dinner by 2PM on Tuesday, January 13th.
MENU: Adults - Chicken Costoletta served over pasta side, fresh seasonal vegetable, Caesar salad, fresh fruit, baked bread and tasty desserts.
Adult/Children vegetarian option: Alfredo pasta, same sides as above. Please text 404-277-4588 or email wrice@haygoodumc.org by 3:00p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 13th, if you would like the vegetarian option, adult and/or child.
Children - Griddled hamburger or cheeseburger, hashbrown rounds, fresh fruit, baked beans and tasty desserts. Please text 404-277-4588 or email wrice@haygoodumc.org by 3:00p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 13th, if your child would prefer cheese on their burger.
Register here.
Join us on January 21st for our weekly Wednesday Night Supper! We will be serving from 5:30 until 6:30PM. Our prices are $12/adult and $7/child. Please make your reservation for dinner by 2PM on Tuesday, January 20th.
Register here..
Our 6:00 PM worship service will include candlelight and Holy Communion with choirs, instrumentalist and message from our pastor. We will conclude the service with the singing of “Silent Night” by candlelight. The nursery is available for children 6 weeks to 3 years old.
Our 4:00PM worship is a family-friendly service featuring Christmas favorites, a sermon, a lively retelling of the nativity story from our children and a message from our pastor. We will conclude the service with the singing of “Silent Night” by candlelight. Our nursery is available for children 6 weeks to 3 years old.
Our 2:00PM worship is a family-friendly service featuring Christmas favorites, a sermon, a lively retelling of the nativity story from our children and a message from our pastor. We will conclude the service with the singing of “Silent Night” by candlelight. Our nursery is available for children 6 weeks to 3 years old.
Santa is coming for breakfast so be here to join in the fun of a church-wide family breakfast. The men’s group will be cooking up pancakes, eggs and bacon. Santa will be here for pictures and visits with the children. All Haygood members and friends are invited. Cost is $5 a person. The date is Sunday, December 22. We begin serving breakfast in the Ecker Fellowship Hall at 9:30AM and conclude at 10:45AM. You can reserve your spot here.
Enjoy an evening of holiday music from our choirs, soloists, chamber orchestra, organist, and handbells.
Haygood choirs, orchestra, soloists, organist, and hand bells present sacred classics and holiday favorites for the entire family.
A children’s Christmas movie is available during concert for children 4 years-5th grade in The Living Room (formerly the Haygood Chapel). A nursery is available for 6 weeks-3 years old.
Join us on the plaza after the concert to enjoy cider, hot chocolate, and holiday treats.
Join us on December 10th for our weekly Wednesday Night Supper! We will be serving from 5:30 until 6:30PM. Our prices are $12/adult and $7/child. Please make your reservation for dinner by 2PM on Tuesday, December 9th.
MENU: Adults - Mexican Ranchero Chicken breast, sour cream garnish, lime cilantro rice, fresh fruit, spiced black beans, choice of jalapeno cornbread or warmed flour tortilla and tasty desserts.
Adult vegetarian option: Griddled Vegetable and Cheese Quesadilla. Sides are the same. Please text 404-277-4588 or email wrice@haygoodumc.org by 3:00p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 9, if you would like the vegetarian option.
Children: Griddled Chicken and Cheese Quesadilla, Tater tots, seasoned black beans and tasty desserts.
Register here.
"A Christmas Yarn" will be presented by a talented cast of Haygood 2nd-5th graders during 11:00 a.m. worship on December 7.
At Unique Gifts from Luxurious Yarns ("U.G.L.Y."), ugly is beautiful! At the ugly sweater factory, founder Sam Ebenezer pulls all the strings to make sure no stitch is dropped. With a huge order looming to get out by Christmas, the team of Bob Cratchit (pronounced "Crochet"), Tiny Tom and others weave together a plan of attack, while Sam encounters three mysterious visitors who not only help overcome some ugly obstacles, but bring the beautiful good news of Christmas!
We are asking the congregation to join in the fun by wearing your own "ugly/festive" Christmas sweater to worship that morning!
Come celebrate the Advent Season with us on Saturday, December 6 or on Sunday, December 7 from 5-7PM as the Haygood youth present the Christmas story through their Live Nativity. The shows run ever 15 minutes. There will be live animals, s’mores and hot chocolate to enjoy. Invite your friends and family to the Live Nativity and experience the Christmas Story come to life. The Haygood Happy Camper will be open and serving Hot Chocolate and some Christmas Treats on Saturday and Sunday from 4:30 until 7:30PM.
During our December WNS dates (Dec 3rd & 10th) we will be showing "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" (2024) in two parts during our Club 345 time. Please note this is open to all (parents and littles) for these two weeks.
We will start the movie promptly at 6:15 each Wednesday night in the Living Room.
Join us on December 3rd for our weekly Wednesday Night Supper! We will be serving from 5:30 until 6:30PM. Our prices are $12/adult and $7/child. Please make your reservation for dinner by 2PM on Tuesday, December 2nd.
MENU: Adults - Italian Sausage and Beef Lasagna, seasonal vegetable, Caesar salad, fresh fruit, baked bread and tasty desserts.
Vegetarian option: Eggplant Parmesan, same sides as above. If you’d like the vegetarian option, please text 404-277-4588 or email wrice@haygoodumc.org by 3:00pm on Tuesday, Dec.2nd.
Children – Fluffy Scrambled Eggs, Sausage patty, Cheese-topped hashbrown patty, griddled Pancake with syrup, fresh fruit and tasty desserts.
Register here.
Update: Hi Haygood Family!
We are moving our Tree Lighting indoors! There is too much rain in the forecast. Please join us tonight, November 30th at 6pm in the sanctuary. The Georgia Boy Choir will provide a beautiful concert in our sanctuary and we will light the sanctuary Christmas Tree.
The Georgia Boy Choir will be here again this year to lead us in carols and singing. Learn more about the choir here. The Georgia Boy Choir will offer a selection of their own Christmas songs and will invite us to sing along on some of the carols. I know you will enjoy their music and sing joyfully with them during the sing along.
We will have hot chocolate, cider and treats in the fellowship hall before and after the concert. Bring a friend!
Here's the schedule below:
5:30-6pm: Our Hot Chocolate Bar will be open the fellowship hall.
6:00 pm: Welcome and invitation.
6:15 pm: Georgia Boy Choir and carol singing in the sanctuary..
6:45-7pm: Enjoy more treats in the fellowship hall.
Our tree lot – a neighborhood institution for almost 30 years – opens on Friday, Nov. 28. at NOON. This year we will feature Christmas Trees, wreaths (12” and 16”) and 25’ garland.
We are an all-volunteer, not-for-profit tree lot. All proceeds from our sales will support Intown Cares, Wesley Woods, and Habitat for Humanity.
Our hours are listed below. SHOP EARLY! We will close when the trees are gone!
Opening Day: Friday, Nov 28 Noon-5PM
Saturday, 9AM-5:30PM
Sunday, Noon-5:30PM
Monday-Friday, 5:30-7:30PM
Join us on November 12th for our weekly Wednesday Night Supper! We will be serving from 5:30 until 6:30PM. Our prices are $12/adult and $7/child. Please make your reservation for dinner by 2PM on Tuesday, November 11th.
MENU: Adults - Pulled BBQ Pork Sandwich, baked beans, fresh fruit, baked mac-n-cheese, seasonal side, coleslaw and tasty desserts.
Children – Pulled BBQ Pork Sandwich, baked beans, fresh fruit, baked mac-n-cheese and tasty desserts.
Vegetarian option for both Adult and Child meals: same sides with a baked potato replacing the Pork sandwich. If you’d like the vegetarian option, please text 404-277-4588 or email wrice@haygoodumc.org by 3:00pm on Tuesday, Nov. 18.
The Haygood Altar Guild invites you to continue our Haygood tradition of honoring loved ones during the Advent season with poinsettia dedications. You are invited to make a dedication in honor or memory of family and friends.
To submit your flower dedications visit the Haygood UMC website for online dedications.
Suggested Donation: $25.00 per poinsettia
Dedication deadline: Monday, December 17, 2025
Questions? Please contact Genie Driskill at gdriskill34@gmail.com.
Hey folks. Once again, when the chill starts to fill the air, we at Haygood turn our thoughts to HOT Chili!
Haygood's Chili Cookoff is back on November 16 at noon. Last year we had Hay-Good participation, but we can do much better. This year, we are striving for Hay-Great participation. Here is the change: Every time we get another 10 participants, we will raffle off a $25 Gift card! Right now, we have 6 participants already signed up, so as soon as we get 4 more, we will hold our 1st raffle. Then, every time we get another 10 participants, we will have another raffle (for all participants minus the ones who won.) So, you can win a prize even if your chili doesn't win!
We've got all the usual Prizes: The Golden Ladel Award (1st Place), The Hay-good But Not Great Award (2nd Place), The John Wesley Heartburn Award (Hottest Chili) and The Best
Click here to enter your chili.
Please sign up here to let us know how many people to plan for.
Angel Tree Gifts due by 12:30 pm Sunday, December 14th!
If you adopted a child from the Angel Tree, please bring your unwrapped gifts to the gym lobby on Sunday, December 14th. Someone will be there to receive the gifts before and after both services. Please remember to put the child’s code on all gifts or bags you bring.
If you can’t make it Sunday, please contact Jennifer Graham-Johnson at email or 678-427-1812 before the 14th to arrange for pick up. Feel free to contact her with any other questions as well.
Thank you all for your generosity this Christmas season.
Join us on November 12th for our weekly Wednesday Night Supper! We will be serving from 5:30 until 6:30PM. Our prices are $12/adult and $7/child. Please make your reservation for dinner by 2PM on Tuesday, November 11th.
MENU: Adults - Roast Pork Tenderloin with apple cider gravy, traditional bread stuffing, fresh fruit, choice of buttery mashed potatoes or mashed sweet potatoes, seasonal vegetable, baked rolls and tasty desserts.
Children – Double-crust Chicken Pot Pie, creamy mashed potatoes, green beans, fresh fruit, baked rolls and tasty desserts.
Register here.
Join us on October 29th for our weekly Wednesday Night Supper! We will be serving from 5:30 until 6:30PM. Our prices are $12/adult and $7/child. Please make your reservation for dinner by 2PM on Tuesday, October 28th.
MENU: Adults – Beef Bourguignon, creamy mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetable, fresh fruit, seasonal salad, baked bread and tasty desserts.
Vegetarian Adult meal: plant-based patty, same sides. (If you would like the vegetarian meal, please text 404-277-4588 or email wrice@haygoodumc.org by 3:00pm on Tuesday, Oct. 28.)
Children - Bacon and cheese biscuit, fluffy scrambled eggs, griddled plain or blueberry pancake with syrup (If your child would prefer a blueberry pancake, please text 404-277-4588 or email wrice@haygoodumc.org by 3:00pm on Tuesday, Oct. 28), fresh fruit and tasty desserts.
Vegetarian Child meal: Cheese Biscuit (no bacon), eggs, pancake, etc. (If you would like the vegetarian child meal, please text 404-277-4588 or email wrice@haygoodumc.org by 3:00pm on Tuesday, Oct. 28.)
Register here.
Each year, our Community Outreach Trunk or Treat has grown bigger and better – with more families, more fun, and more smiles!
But here's the challenge:
While attendance has increased, the number of trunks has decreased.
Last year, we had just 12 trunks – and we need at least 30 this year to make it a true success for the community.
You can help!
No elaborate decorations required. Just bring:
✅ Yourself
✅ Your vehicle
✅ A generous spirit (and some candy to share!)
Whether you're a parent, volunteer, youth group, local business, or church member – your presence matters. Sign up here.
Let’s come together and make this year’s Trunk or Treat the best one yet!
Join us on October 22nd for our weekly Wednesday Night Supper! We will be serving from 5:30 until 6:30PM. Our prices are $12/adult and $7/child. Please make your reservation for dinner by 2PM on Tuesday, October 21st.
Menu: Adults: Mexican Beef Lasagna, Cilantro lime rice, fresh fruit, Mexican beans, seasonal salad and tasty desserts.
Adult Vegetarian option: Roasted vegetable and cheese griddled quesadilla, same sides. If you would like the Adult vegetarian option, please text 404-277-4588 or email wrice@haygoodumc.org by 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 21st.
Children: Griddled Hamburger or Cheeseburger, individually bagged chips, fresh fruit, buttered carrot coins and tasty desserts. If your child would like cheese on their burger, please text 404-277-4588 or email wrice@haygoodumc.org by 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 30th.
Child Vegetarian option: Griddled Cheese Quesadilla, same sides and tasty desserts. If your child would like the Child vegetarian option, please text 404-277-4588 or email wrice@haygoodumc.org by 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday ,October 21st.
Register here.
Haygood's It’s Scary to be Hungry food drive for Intown Cares Food Pantry kicks off on October 19. You can volunteer to distribute empty bags to your neighbors on Sunday, October 19, and/or collect filled bags on Saturday, October 25. Another way to participate is via the Intown Cares Food Pantry Amazon Wishlist - have your donations delivered directly! Email the drive coordinator, Richard Newman (newmanrichidj@gmail.com) to volunteer for the hunger drive team. We need your help to make the most impact!
Join us on October 8th for our weekly Wednesday Night Supper! We will be serving from 5:30 until 6:30PM. Our prices are $12/adult and $7/child. Please make your reservation for dinner by 2PM on Tuesday, October 7th.
Menu: Adults: Chicken Parmesan (seasoned bread crumb encrusted chicken cutlet topped with marinara and mozzarella cheese atop pasta), fresh seasonal vegetable, Caesar salad with croutons, fresh fruit, baked rolls and tasty desserts.
Adult Vegetarian option: Eggplant Parmesan with appropriate sides. If you would like the Adult vegetarian option, please text 404-277-4588 or email wrice@haygoodumc.org by 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 7th.
Children: Spaghetti with meat sauce (If your child would prefer Marianara sauce, please text 404-277-4588 or email wrice@haygoodumc.org by 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 7th.), fresh buttered broccoli florets, fresh fruit, baked bread and tasty desserts.
Register here.
F.I.S.H.-Fellowship in Someone’s Home
As we approach Haygood’s Centennial, let’s come together to celebrate the unique spirit of our community with both new and longtime members. Before Haygood had a building, our gatherings took place in homes, and we want to pay tribute to that tradition as we look forward to the next 100 years of Haygood by joining in each other’s homes throughout the year.
Things to know about F.I.S.H.-
The evening will be hosted by Mike and Anne McGlamry. Address to be shared closer to the date of the event.
Space is limited so please register.
Please bring a covered dish to share.
Childcare will be available at Haygood. Please register by September 30th.
Register here.
We know that for many of us, creating a will or estate plan often gets pushed to the bottom of the to-do list. But having a plan in place is one of the most caring and responsible gifts you can give your family.
Liz Lawrence, an experienced estate lawyer (and Haygood member) will walk us through the basics of wills, guardianship for children, and other key elements of an estate plan. You’ll have the opportunity to ask questions in a relaxed, conversational setting.
Whether you already have a will or have been meaning to start one, this seminar will help you take the next step with clarity and confidence.
Register HERE.
Join us on October 1 for our weekly Wednesday Night Supper! We will be serving from 5:30 until 6:30PM. Our prices are $12/adult and $7/child. Please make your reservation for dinner by 2PM on Tuesday, September 30.
Menu: Adults: Pulled Pork BBQ topped baked potato, fresh fruit, baked Hatch chili macaroni and cheese, green beans, seasonal side salad, baked bread and tasty desserts.
Adult Vegetarian option: Plant based 'burger', baked potato and above Adult sides. If you would like the Adult vegetarian option, please text 404-277-4588 or email wrice@haygoodumc.org by 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 30th.
Children: Pulled pork BBQ sandwich, baked beans, fresh fruit, hashbrown patty, fresh fruit and tasty desserts.
Child Vegetarian option: Plant based 'burger' on bun, same child sides. If your child would like the Child vegetarian option, please text 404-277-4588 or email wrice@haygoodumc.org by 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 30th.
Register here.
Join us on September 24 for our weekly Wednesday Night Supper! We will be serving from 5:30 until 6:30PM. Our prices are $12/adult and $7/child. Please make your reservation for dinner by 2PM on Tuesday, September 23.
Menu: Adults: Baked Ziti (beef and cheese), seasonal vegetable, classic Caesar salad with croutons, fresh fruit, baked bread and tasty desserts.
Vegetarian option: Baked cheese ziti with same sides as above. If you would like the vegetarian option, please text 404-277-4588 or email wrice@haygoodumc.org by 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 23rd.
Children: French bread Pizzas, (pepperoni and cheese or cheese only), buttered corn niblets, Tator tots, fresh fruit and tasty desserts. If your child would like a cheese only pizza, please text 404-277-4588 or email wrice@haygoodumc.org by 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 23rd.
Join us on September 17 for our weekly Wednesday Night Supper! We will be serving from 5:30 until 6:30PM. Our prices are $12/adult and $7/child. Please make your reservation for dinner by 2PM on Tuesday, September 16.
Menu: Adults: Cajun Chicken and smoked Sausage Étoufée over rice, fresh fruit, seasonal vegetable side, fresh crisp salad, baked bread and tasty desserts.
Vegetarian option: Bayou pasta, same sides as above. If you would like the vegetarian option, please text 404-277-4588 or email wrice@haygoodumc.org by 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 16th.
Children: Fluffy Scrambled Eggs, Sausage patty, plain or blueberry Pancakes with syrup (If your child would like blueberry pancakes, please text 404-277-4588 or email wrice@haygoodumc.org by 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 16th.) fresh fruit, biscuit and tasty desserts.
Register here.
Is your child interested in playing a part in A Christmas Yarn which is this year’s Advent drama? Join us on Sunday, September 14 from 4-5pm in the Haygood sanctuary for a casting call. Speaking roles are for children ages 2nd-6th grades.
Schedule: Participants must attend rehearsals on Sundays from 4-5pm from September 14 until the performance on Dec. 7 (during worship.) There will be a mandatory dress rehearsal on Saturday, Dec. 6. There will be no rehearsals on Oct 12 and Nov 23 due to school breaks.
Plot: At Unique Gifts from Luxurious Yarns (U.G.L.Y.), ugly is beautiful! At the factory of the world’s leading supplier of ugly Christmas sweaters, founder Sam Ebenezer pulls all the strings to make sure no stitch is dropped. With a huge order looming to get out the day before Christmas, the team of Bob Cratchit, Tiny Tom and others weave together a plan of attack, while Sam encounters three mysterious visitors who not only help overcome some ugly obstacles, but bring the beautiful good news of Christmas! With apologies to the well-loved Christmas Carol, it will be a "dickens" of a good time with A Christmas Yarn!
Children play the parts of a unique group of employees of the U.G.L.Y. factory, including the CEO Sam (or Samantha) Ebenezer; Sam’s three visitors, and more.
If your 2nd - 6th grade child is interested in participating, please register here and join us for a casting session on September 14. All attendees will receive a part in the play.
The play will be performed in worship on December 7 at 11a.m.
Our director is Rev. Dr. Taylor Driskill-Pafford.
They may look like simple bags of rice and soy, but Rise Against Hunger meals
represent the hopes and dreams of people worldwide. Our volunteers are the heart of our mission to end hunger, and we could not send millions of meals around the globe each year without them. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday, September 14. Use this link to sign up for either shift, 10:00-11:15 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.. We will have worship at 9:15 a.m. in the sanctuary before packaging Rise Against Hunger meals
WORSHIP // SUNDAYS AT 9:15AM & 11AM
HAYGOOD MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 1015 EAST ROCK SPRINGS RD. NE, ATLANTA, GA 30306 Phone: 404.872.9613
