Evensong this Sunday

Wednesday Evenings at Calvary

Due to Phase II of Calvary's construction, all Wednesday evening activities, including dinner, classes, and choir rehearsals, occur at St. Mary's Episcopal Cathedral. Join us for baked catfish and more for dinner tonight! 

This Sunday

Sundays at Calvary include Basement Church, Holy Eucharist, Formation Classes for all ages, and more. Note that due to Phase II of construction, all formation offerings take place in the Grizzlies Prep building adjacent to Calvary, and we will not offer parish breakfast.

This Sunday in the adult formation class, we welcome Dr. Jennifer D. Sciubba, author of 8 Billion and Counting: How Sex, Death, and Migration Shape Our World, who will delve into the world of global population trends, exploring how we arrived at this point and where our trajectory is leading us and debunking the common myths and misconceptions that often cloud our understanding of these demographic dynamics.

See the full schedule for this Sunday at the link below. 

Pentecost: Calling all linguists!

In celebration of the gift of the Spirit on Pentecost, Calvary parishioners who speak other languages are invited to join in the reading of the lesson from the Acts of the Apostles in various tongues on Sunday, May 19, at the 10:30 a.m. worship service. Reach out to Ebet Peeples for more information. 

Fellowship Gathering

Sunday, May 5 | 2:30 - 5 p.m. | Grind City Brewing, 76 Waterworks Ave.

Join Calvary for an afternoon at the brewery, just down the street from Calvary. Come enjoy fellowship outside the church at this family-friendly event. 

Acolyte Training

On May 5, immediately following the 10:30 a.m. worship service, Acolyte Training will be held for the youth in grades 5–11 (those who will be in 6– 12 grade for the 2024-2025 school year) in the church.

Philadelphia Eleven Film Screening and Discussion

Thursday, May 2, 6 p.m. at Malco Paradiso Cinema Grill, 584 S. Mendenhall 

In an act of civil disobedience, a group of women and their supporters organized their ordination to become Episcopal priests in 1974. The Church of the Advocate in Philadelphia welcomes them, but change is no small task. The women are harassed, threatened, and banned from stepping on church property. 

On May 19, Calvary will celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of the Philadelphia Eleven. During formation, we’ll hear from the Rev. Mimsy Jones, the Rev. Eyleen Farmer, the Rev. Anne Carriere, and the Rev. Katherine Bush about their experiences as deacons and priests. 

Pub Theology

Monday, May 6, 6 p.m., at El Mezcal on Union

The format is simple: drinks, conversation, and God. Come bring your questions and your curiosity, and pull up a chair. Be ready to engage with people of varying religious traditions, philosophical perspectives, and life experiences. You’ll be able to share your own wrestlings and thoughts while learning something new along the way, and hey— there’s likely to be a good cold drink and cheese dip involved. All ages and denominations are welcome.

Choral concert with Wake Forest University Choir and choirs of Calvary and Grace-St. Luke's

The Wake Forest University Chamber Choir will be in Memphis on Monday, May 13, at 7:00 p.m., to perform Maurice Duruflé's Requiem with the choirs of Calvary and Grace-St. Luke's, accompanied by Dr. Patrick Scott of Grace-St. Luke's. A highly select, auditioned mixed ensemble, the Chamber Choir performs the standard choral repertoire as well as newly composed and commissioned choral literature.

Holy Eucharist with Prayers for Healing

Holy Eucharist with prayers for healing is offered at noon in the church on Wednesdays. During the summer season, we will use fresh liturgical language and a reflective conversation will be shared in place of a sermon. All are welcome!

Laymen's Bishop Roundup

The Bishop’s Round-Up of the Churchmen from the Diocese of West Tennessee hosted by Bishop Phoebe Roaf will be held at the Church of the Holy Communion at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 14. 

Pride Festival and Parade

Saturday, June 1, downtown Memphis

Calvary believes that God loves everyone. No exceptions. With this in mind, we pass out free hugs, rainbow-colored Books of Common Prayer, and treats at the Mid-South Pride Parade, especially for those who don’t have relationships with their families. Calvary volunteers help with participating in the parade, providing hugs, and staffing the booth.

Welcome Inn Donations

If you have clothes closet donations for our neighbors experiencing homelessness, please bring them to Calvary each Sunday when you come to church between 6 a.m. and noon. The security guard will help you put them in the bin as you enter from the parking lot. Or, if you come during the week, please bring them to  82 N. 2nd St., the Welcome Inn. We will be open for clothing donations from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday. Go south on Second Street since it’s one way. Pull up by the ginkgo tree in the curb cut between Adams and Jefferson in front and call 901-312-5214 for access any other time.