Living our Beliefs
Faithful Outreach, Meaningful Impact
St. Elizabeth’s Episcopal Church in Dahlonega embraces outreach as a vital expression of faith, guided by Christ’s call to love and serve others. The church engages in a wide range of efforts to support individuals and families in need - locally, regionally, and beyond - through hands-on service, donations, and collaborative partnerships. Outreach at St. Elizabeth’s is rooted in relationship-building and compassion, inviting parishioners to share their time, talents, and resources to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Whether through service projects, community initiatives, or acts of kindness, the church seeks to be a beacon of hope and care in the world.
Service Organizations
Visit these websites to learn more about the organizations supported by St. Elizabeth’s through volunteers, goods in kind, and cash donations.
Community Helping Place
Literary Coalition
Anne Green Free Clinics
Rainbow Children’s Home
Side by Side
No One Alone | NOA
Jeremiah’s Place
Enotah CASA | Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children
Lumpkin County Family Connection
UNG Episcopal Campus Ministry
Father John and several parishioners support the student-run group that meets on campus for a weekly dinner meeting.
Piecemakers
Knitters gather in the Parish Hall every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon to create blankets and other items for donation. Bring your knitting skills or willingness to learn!
Youth Project “Birthday Bags”
KYouth in the parish and their parents coordinate with Family Connections to provide bags with all the materials needed to bake a birthday cake. This means families are able to request help celebrating their beloved student’s birthday. We do this during the school year. The parish donates the cake mixes and other supplies needed.
At the State and National Level:
Episcopal Community Foundation for Middle and North Georgia
The ECF for Middle and North Georgia supports thriving, spiritually strong communities in the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta. Following Christ’s example and the tradition of The Episcopal Church, they partner with Episcopal communities in the Diocese of Atlanta by providing funding, leadership, and resources to enable Episcopalians to lift up people facing poverty and oppression and to achieve significant, long-lasting change in our communities. Please visit their website to learn more or donate to ECF. To read more about their impact, view their Annual Report.
Episcopal Relief & Development
Episcopal Relief & Development works in collaboration with church partners and other local organizations to facilitate healthier, more fulfilling lives in communities struggling with hunger, poverty, disaster, and disease. They also work around the world and here in the US, responding to and rebuilding after disasters.
ERD’s unique expertise, experience, and practical knowledge allow them to guide communities to lasting change with a focus on three key priorities: children, women, and climate. Visit their website to donate or learn more.