Sunday, Nov. 15 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Calvary Commons Homemade soups for Sunday, Nov. 15: White Bean and Kale (vegan), Sausage and Potato Vindaloo, and Clam Chowder, la soupe de Jacques Pépin. Preparation begins the day before, and volunteers are needed on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 8 a.m.–12 p.m. to help cook. … Continue reading "Soup Sunday"
Sunday Formation is for young people in grades 6-12 to meet together on the 4th floor for activities and discussions oriented toward tending to our individual and collective spiritual formation by exploring scripture, observing and celebrating the seasons of the liturgical calendar, considering theological questions, and sharing our journeys in discovering our place and purpose … Continue reading "Formation for Youth"
The word “formation” is more than just Episcopal jargon for Sunday School or Christian Education. When we come together in community to study, pray, and discuss the ways of God, we are shaped and reshaped by new ideas and the perspectives of others. Sometimes we get a glimpse of God and of who God calls … Continue reading "Adult Forum"
Made in God's image This September, our Sunday morning formation classes for kids kick off the year with a hands-on, project-based series. We'll explore what it means to be made in God's image, then start noticing that same image in the people around us and in the world God made. Along the way, kids will … Continue reading "Children’s Formation"
At the beginning of the 10:30 a.m. worship service, children in grades JK-2 are invited to follow the banner out of the church to Children’s Chapel, which is held in the Corner Room adjacent to the nursery. There, children experience the Liturgy of the Word in an interactive and child-friendly manner. We sing, pray, and … Continue reading "Children’s Chapel"
The 10:30 a.m. Eucharist attracts a widely varied congregation of all ages, including a strong contingent of young families. Music is led by the semi-professional Calvary Choir with participation from our Boys and Girls Choir, St. Cecilia Choir (second grade and younger), and the Calvary Ringers handbell choir. We also live-stream our Sunday morning Holy … Continue reading "Holy Eucharist Rite II"
Children's Coffee Hour is a new fellowship offering for our youngest parishioners and their families! We will gather on the patio for late morning fellowship, refreshments, music, and Bible activities. The patio is adjacent to the Calvary Commons, where our traditional coffee hour takes place. All ages are welcome; however, those under age 6 would … Continue reading "Children’s Coffee Hour"
Nave and Chancel Tour November 15 at 11:45 a.m. Meet at the pulpit. Join Calvary Docent, Jauna McCoy, for a tour of our nave (sanctuary) and chancel. We will discuss the earliest Christian symbols and locate them in our beautiful stained-glass windows. We will also discover these symbols throughout the chancel and will learn the … Continue reading "Calvary Docent-led Tour"
Coffee with the Clergy is for anyone new to Calvary. If you are curious and have a question or two about the quirky miracle that is Calvary Church, bring your coffee and questions into the Chapel after the 10:30 a.m. service. Enjoy a conversation with Associate Rector Katherine Bush about life at Calvary or life … Continue reading "Coffee with the Clergy"
Youth Confirmation meetings are for 9th-12th graders who want to follow up on their baptisms and make their own personal commitment to the life and mission of the church as they grow into adulthood. Confirmation for youth and adults at Calvary this year will take place during the annual visit of the Rt. Rev. Phoebe … Continue reading "Youth Confirmation Meetings"