Mysticism - have you ever wondered what it is? Join the Rev. Paul McLain, Mark Talley, and Mary Fortin as we explore this question with some meditative practices thrown in as a bonus. During the hustle and bustle of the Advent Season, give yourself this gift of slowing down on Sunday mornings.
Wednesday, November 30 - December 14, 6:15 - 7:15, The Dawn Chorus Songbirds know a thing or two about singing into darkness: in the wee hours of the morning, before the sun appears over the horizon, they begin a great symphony that scientists call the “dawn chorus.” Advent is the church’s dawn chorus. Using the … Continue reading "The Dawn Chorus"
The Rev. Joshua Narcisse, Church Health Center Lenten Preaching favorite, the Rev. Joshua Narcisse returns to Calvary for a conversation about the wondrous themes of Advent. Joshua is a Presbyterian minister who serves on the staff of Church Health Center as the director of spiritual care, and he is particularly interested in the intersection of … Continue reading "Advent Anew"
Take another look at the story of the Annunciation and a wider variety of images inspired by the story of Gabriel and Mary. The Rev. Katherine Bush will guide a … Continue reading "Annunciation Anew"
Robert Moody, Memphis Symphony Orchestra Learn more about Handel’s masterpiece with Robert Moody, music director of the Memphis Symphony Orchestra. We will dig into the history and the biblical sources … Continue reading "Handel’s Messiah"
Calvary's annual meeting: live and live-streamed from the Great Hall (or Nave).
Dr. Tim Huebner tells us the story of President Abraham Lincoln, emphasizing how Lincoln’s principles offer insight into the relationship between citizenship and faith. In a polarized nation, Lincoln’s example … Continue reading "Lincoln: Citizenship and Faithfulness"
Calvary parishioners and friends are invited to tour Charles Shipp's art exhibition at Playhouse on the Square on display in conjunction with the theatrical production of "The Scottsboro Boys." Charles … Continue reading "Art & the Heart: February 2023"
As we launch into the 100th year of the Lenten Preaching Series, join Scott Walters, Paul McLain, and Katherine Bush in reflecting not on the past but on the future … Continue reading "The Future of Faith"
What's in a Dream? Dreams have a place in the Christian tradition and in our understanding of ourselves. The Rev. Paul McLain, Greta Heru, and Jill Piper will guide the … Continue reading "Lenten Class on Dreams"