Mission & SOCIAL JUSTICE

Ebenezer ACTS

Ebenezer ACTS is the nonprofit arm of Ebenezer Baptist Church dedicated to advancing social justice through faith-informed action. Grounded in the church’s historic commitment to prophetic witness, Ebenezer ACTS equips communities with spiritual and strategic tools through education, community organizing, and narrative power. Its work prepares leaders to confront injustice, dismantle inequitable systems, and reimagine a more just society—one where dignity is upheld, equity is pursued, and love guides both policy and practice.

Its two signature programs are Faith Rooted ATL, which is focused on translating this faith-based justice vision into transformative impact across the city of Atlanta; and the Multifaith Initiative to End Mass Incarceration, which engages in local Georgia efforts to educate congregations, support reentry work, participate in narrative shift training, and be educated about local public policy.

Contacts:
Tameka Bell for Faith Rooted ATL
Deirdra Reed for EMI

Social Justice Ministry

Ebenezer is the spiritual home for justice and our unbroken legacy of championing civil rights endures. We are working hard to mobilize voters, fight voter suppression, and register more eligible voters. The Social Justice Ministry participates in a range of social justice education and advocacy activities including record restriction, bailouts, voter engagement, climate change, and local advocacy.

Social Justice Ministry Contact: Tiffany Williams Roberts, Chair

Global Mission Trips

EBC mission trips are an opportunity to live in the message and carry out the mission of Jesus Christ. With a focus on community development, education, healthcare, and spiritual growth, we have traveled to places like Ethiopia, Puerto Rico, Egypt, and Brazil to make a difference in the lives of individuals and families.

Global Mission Trip Contact: Rev. Bronson E. Woods

Ebenezer Missionary Union (EMU)

The Ebenezer Missionary Union (EMU), previously known as the Women’s Missionary Union (WMU), began in 1907 under the direction of Mrs. Jennie C. Williams, the grandmother of Dr. Christine King Farris. In 2016, the WMU was renamed the Ebenezer Missionary Union (EMU) to more accurately reflect the fact that the brotherhood of Ebenezer has always been involved in the work of the mission ministry.

The EMU is made of ten circles, and a chairperson leads each circle. While every circle provides donations and support to the Sadie G. Mays Health and Rehabilitation Center and the Our House shelter, each has an individual service focus. As missionaries, we accept God’s great commission to fulfill the mission of Jesus Christ in the world. 

Azzie Lee Neal Circle service focus: Labor Day Mission Project

Carrie Dean Boston Circle service focus: Providing baby items

Circle of Faith service focus: Christmas Mission Project

Esther Jean Roberts service focus: Christmas Mission Project

Hines Rogers service focus: Father’s Day Mission Project

Janie B. Lowe service focus: Thanksgiving Mission Project

Jennie C. Williams service focus: Juneteenth Mission Project

Lizzie P. Thomas service focus: School/University Opening Mission Project

Mary Beth Slade service focus: Supporting the Nicholas House

Food Justice

Ebenezer is committed to addressing food insecurity and promoting food justice in our local communities and around the globe. Programs like the Crisis Closet food distribution, Manna Days grocery giveaways, and Feed the Hungry initiatives help to provide nutritious meals to those in need. Ebenezer partners with the Black Church Food Security Network to host farmers’ markets and educate and empower the community on food access and equity issues.

Crisis Closet: Saturday morning food distribution from the Education Building

Crisis Closet Contact: Karen Stokes

Health & Wellness

At Ebenezer, we promote both spiritual and physical well-being.

Health Ministry: The EBC Health Ministry plans and implements regular health education seminars and workshops, as well as hosts the Annual Health Fair and Back to School Giveaway

Health Ministry Contact: Dr. Valencia Fleming, President

Choose Healthy Life (CHL): EBC partners with CHL to provide free health screenings, health education, and connect people with primary care physicians

CHL Contact: Deborah Clifton

Emergency Health Response Team: The EBC Emergency Health Response Team is a rotation of health providers that are on call for any health emergencies during Sunday worship services

Emergency Health Response Team Contact: Dr. Karen Goodlett, President