City on Purpose Podcast

Escape the summer traffic and dive into this week’s lineup of local Atlanta happenings and profound spiritual insights. In this episode, we break down a packed weekend calendar—featuring everything from Music Plant Bingo to Fernbank After Dark—and highlight Brewhouse Cafe as the ultimate local spot to catch the final stretch of the World Cup. We also share some excellent career and volunteer oppor...

Happy July, Atlanta! Summer is officially in full swing, and we are kicking off a massive holiday week in the city. In this episode, we’re breaking down your ultimate weekend guide—from cheering alongside England soccer fans who just hit town, to tackling the legendary Peachtree Road Race this Saturday, and finding the absolute best spots for fireworks. We also dive into an all-new local hangout s...

Atlanta is heating up this week—both literally and culturally—with the Atlanta Dream, the Braves, and World Cup fever taking over the city! In this episode, we share the best ways to stay cool around town, including a look at the free activations at the FIFA Fan Fest in Centennial Olympic Park, alongside a roundup of local career, volunteer, and spiritual retreat opportunities in the community. We...

Welcome to Atlanta, World Cup fans! In this episode, we are diving into the incredible energy taking over the city—from stadium crowds to the potential for late-night Waffle House runs—while getting you fully prepared for Father’s Day weekend with our ultimate local guide and a packed lineup of weekend events like WatchFest '26 and the Atlanta Beltline Fest. We also spotlight a hidden gem, the Cha...

Get ready for an action-packed week with the City on Purpose podcast! We’re kicking things off with a look at the upcoming World Cup excitement hitting Atlanta, followed by your ultimate weekend guide featuring local events like the Suwanee Summer Porch Jam and WatchFest '26, plus a hidden-gem craft cafe in Johns Creek. We also dive into local ministry career opportunities, an upcoming healing ret...

Welcome to June! In this episode, we shake off the chaotic "rat race" of May's graduations and end-of-school celebrations to officially welcome the summer season. We kick things off with an exciting community update, sharing a recent news segment and podcast recap of our first BuildWithChrist.ai service event, aiding local families in need. From there, we dive into a jam-packed lineup of early Jun...

Don't let the soggy Atlanta weather get you down—we’re bringing the community directly to your headphones! In this episode, we share exciting news about a major media milestone for the BuildWithChrist.ai community, highlight a must-visit local Korean spot in Tucker, and round up this weekend's best local events, ministry job openings, and young adult retreats. Most importantly, we dive into our S...

Welcome to this week's episode of City on Purpose , your go-to audio guide for navigating the busy "May craziness" with faith and intention. In this episode, we kick things off with a fantastic lineup of local weekend events—from trivia nights to community cookouts—and take a quick trip to Macon, GA, to highlight the hidden gem that is Fresh Produce Records. We also feature a moving conversation w...

Kick back and catch up on everything happening in our community with this week's podcast edition of the newsletter! We’re diving into a packed calendar of local events—from pottery workshops and jazz at the High to guided mountain hikes—and spotlighting Macon’s own Reboot Retrocade & Bar for your summer road trips. Beyond the fun, we explore meaningful career and volunteer openings within local mi...

Welcome to this week’s episode as we dive into the heart of May! We’re shaking off the lingering dust of February to embrace a month of new beginnings, local trivia nights, and meaningful Mother’s Day celebrations around Atlanta. In this episode, we spotlight a "Featured Find" at 9292 Korean BBQ, share exciting career and volunteer opportunities with organizations like Wiles Therapy and Regnum Chr...

Welcome back to the podcast! This week, we’re trading the NYC chill for some Southern sunshine and sweet tea as we dive into a packed weekend across Atlanta. From the medieval magic of the Georgia Renaissance Festival to local favorites like High Frequency Friday and the Mid-East Food Festival, we’ve got your social calendar covered. We also highlight impactful career and volunteer opportunities w...

Missing the Georgia heat while shivering in NYC, we’re bringing you a special travel edition of the City on Purpose audio rundown to keep you connected to everything happening back home. This week, we’re diving into a packed calendar of local events ranging from Holy Hour and trivia to TopGolf socials and Earth Day plant sales, along with a sweet "Featured Find" at Big Softie for those ready to em...

Welcome back! In this week’s episode, we’re shaking off the dust from a fun-filled weekend at the Georgia Renaissance Festival to bring you the ultimate guide to faith and community in Atlanta. We kick things off with a packed calendar of local events, from "Access for All" at the High Museum and the luminous trails of Oakland Cemetery to scenic hikes at Vickery Creek. We also dive into our "Featu...

Happy Easter! In this episode, we brave the “chilly” Georgia spring to bring you a full guide to the week, from the ECHO Young Adult Retreat and local garden discussions to our “Featured Find” at Monks Meadery in Little 5 Points. We explore new career callings at Christ Covenant Church and LifeTeen , and we break down the heavy-hitting Easter sermons from Fr. Mike Schmitz, Andy Stanley, and Louie...

Happy April Fools! Don’t worry—there are no tricks here, just the resources and local updates you’ve come to expect. After a surprisingly chilly Sunday (yes, the winter jackets came back out!), we are looking forward to a warmer week as we head into the Easter season. In today’s episode, we’re walking through a jam-packed Holy Week in Atlanta, from Good Friday pilgrimages to Easter services at Pas...

The yellow pollen has officially arrived, but so has the best time of year to be outside! In this week’s episode, we’re navigating the transition into Spring with a full slate of local happenings—from “Screen on the Green” to guided mountain hikes. Beyond the weekend forecast, we’re diving into some incredible local career and volunteer opportunities with Bitner Henry Insurance and Walking With Pu...

Get ready to brave "The Great Pollening" and lose an hour of sleep for some much-needed sunshine with this week’s update from City on Purpose! In this episode, we dive into the "Sabbath Reset Challenge," asking the bold Lenten question: Can you actually unplug from the digital noise for 24 hours? We also walk through a packed community calendar—ranging from dance lessons and the Atlanta Crawfish K...

Get ready for the "Great Pollening" as we dive into this week’s update from City on Purpose! In this episode, we’re highlighting BuildWithChrist.ai, a unique, hands-on event where you can learn AI skills while serving local non-profits. We also walk through a packed community calendar—ranging from Taylor Swift trivia and Rosary-making to the "Extinction Party" at Fernbank—and share exciting career...

Hey, hey! Welcome back to the City on Purpose Podcast —where we’re adjusting to the cold sneaking back in after a few glorious, pollen-free days outside. We’re holding out hope for a little more warmth before allergy season officially takes over. This week we’re highlighting BuildWithChrist.ai , our first-ever live City on Purpose event. It’s a collaborative, in-person experience where we learn AI...

Hey, hey! Welcome back to the City on Purpose Podcast —where we’re soaking up this tiny preview of spring while fully aware winter could make a comeback any minute. It’s also the start of Lent, which means Fish Fry season is officially here! Be sure to check out our Ultimate Georgia Lent Fish Fry Guide to plan your Fridays well. We’re spotlighting BuildWithChrist.ai , our first-ever live City on P...

Happy almost-Valentine’s, friends! This week on the City on Purpose Podcast , we’re recapping a weekend of figure skating, football, and once again trying to understand curling. The winter sports season is undefeated. We’re especially excited about BuildWithChrist.ai , our very first live, in-person City on Purpose event! It’s a collaborative day where we learn AI by using it to serve a local nonp...

Hey friends, and welcome back to the City on Purpose Podcast . This week, we’re leaning into winter vibes after a surprise snow weekend across the state—some of us got a light dusting, others a full-on snow day—and according to General Lee the groundhog, we’re in for six more weeks of winter (cue us dreaming of warmer days and being outside again). In this episode, we round up all the best things...

Hiya and welcome back to the City on Purpose Podcast . In this episode, we’re easing out of an icy weekend and into a packed stretch of winter plans—perfect for staying warm, connected, and inspired as temperatures dip into the teens. We kick things off with a roundup of what’s happening around town, from trivia night and brewery meetups to live theater, adoration with St. Catherine’s 20s & 30s, a...

Hello everyone—and welcome to another wintery week in the city, where a light dusting of snow somehow turns into a full-blown spectator sport. In this episode of the City on Purpose Podcast , we’re leaning into the season with good humor and good plans, sharing virtuous ways to live, work, and play around Atlanta (bread and milk optional). We round up this weekend’s things to do, including Theolog...

Hey, hey—and welcome to mid-January, where we’re still learning to write 2026 without thinking too hard about it. In this episode of the City on Purpose Podcast , we’re sharing simple, virtuous ways to live, work, and play around Atlanta as the new year settles in. We’ve got a packed lineup of things to do, from History on the Rocks: Atlanta ’96 and Back to the 90s Trivia to dance lessons, country...