A time for creative, crafty fellowship as we learn about and make Advent wreaths. This time in the Great Hall is for all ages, and we’ll offer basic lessons from 9:15 - 10:15 and following the 10:30 service. Bring any extra greenery you might be able to clip, and we’ll provide the wreaths, candles, and … Continue reading "Advent Festival"
Come one, come all! Children, families, and youth: wear your pajamas to church and head up to the 3rd-floor youth space. Grab yourself a cookie or hot chocolate and get comfy in the couches and seats for some classic Christmas stories. We will be spending our formation hour on Dec. 18 from 9:15-10:15, hearing all … Continue reading "Christmas Storybook Reading"
Christmas Eve at 3:30 p.m. with Children’s Christmas Pageant At 3:30 p.m. on Sat., Dec. 24, we will retell the sacred story of Christ’s birth. This lively liturgy is designed for families and children, but all ages are welcome! The St. Cecilia and Boys & Girls Choirs will sing. Nursery care will be offered for … Continue reading "Christmas Eve Eucharist and Pageant"
Continue your celebration of the Easter season with an Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt throughout Calvary on Sunday, April 16, from 9:15 to 10:15 during the formation hour. This activity is … Continue reading "Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt"
Please join us for “Jesus and Friends,” our summer children’s formation series! The weekly lectionary gospel reading will be explored in a child-friendly manner using “Lesson Plans That Work,” published by The Episcopal Church. We will learn about the life and teachings of Jesus through stories, skits, games, arts, crafts, and snacks. All children ages … Continue reading "Summer Formation for Children"
Come to Calvary for an evening picnic. Chef Mary O’Brien will provide Oven Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Coleslaw, Biscuits, Corn on the Cob, and Mac 'n' Cheese. We will have a corn hole tournament, and lots more fun. RSVP: calvarymemphis.org/picnic.
Bring your friends and family on Wednesday, July 26, for a mid-summer evening of good food and trivia. Chef Mary O’Brien will provide pub food and drinks, including Sausage, Onion, and Peppers Hoagies; Cucumber Vinegar Salad; Cajun Fries; Corn on the Cob; Ice Cream on a Stick; and Chicken Nuggets & Tater Tots for the … Continue reading "Trivia"
Come for a night of fellowship and fun as you enjoy rousing rounds of bingo plus ice cream with almost every topping you can imagine. Chef Mary O’Brien will provide food and drinks. RSVP so we know how much food to prepare:
Director and Music Educator Melissa Warwell leads a rehearsal for the youngest voices of Calvary who are in Kindergarten – 2nd Grade. They sing periodically at the 10:30 a.m. worship service and at special services. Using a variety of activities, the choristers learn to use their voices by means of hymns and other sacred songs. … Continue reading "St. Cecilia Choir"
Gathering is a new opportunity on Wednesday evenings for children and adults to “sit and stay a while” after dinner for an hour of fellowship. Games, books, puzzles, and coloring materials will be provided. Mrs. Jocelyn and friends will supervise children ages five and up for parents who wish to attend a class.