Saturday, Oct. 5 | 10 a.m. | Court Square This year, Calvary will join our neighboring faith communities for the first-ever Downtown Churches Association Blessing of the Animals! It will occur on Saturday, Oct. 5, at 10 a.m. at Court Square Park downtown—free parking at Calvary. Bring your critter for a brief worship service and … Continue reading "Blessing of the Animals"
Enjoy some leisurely time at the park with Youth Ministries folks and friends from 10 a.m. to noon at the Overton Park Greensward (i.e., the open field as you pass the Memphis Brooks Art Museum on your right coming into the park from Poplar Ave @ Kenilworth Pl/N Tucker). We'll have some things to play … Continue reading "Open Space at Overton Park"
Oct 6: Bill Bangham, Creating Faith Bill Bangham arrived at Calvary about two years ago and has fully embedded himself in the community. Come learn about Bill’s life and calling … Continue reading "Adult Formation: Bill Bangham, Creating Faith"
The JOY Chapter of Daughters of the King is part of a worldwide prayer order for women that was established in 1885. Each day, members pray confidentially for those in need. The JOY Chapter meets on the second Wednesday at 5:30.
Oct 13: Noah Glenn, Creating Faith Noah Glenn is an award-winning filmmaker (as well as a podcaster, producer, writer, husband, and father). Come see two of Noah’s short films and join a conversation about his vision, creative process, and how his faith journey informs his work.
Join us for training on how to crochet sleeping mats out of plastic bags! Bring a #10 crochet hook and whatever plastic bags you can muster. These mats make a good second use out of plastic bags and provide a soft, dry surface for our unhoused neighbors. Lunch will be provided! RSVP to Nathan Brasfield … Continue reading "Sleeping Mat Crochet Training"
Every Wednesday evening, dinner is available from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. (Check the calendar for exclusions.) Enjoy a delicious dinner lovingly prepared by Parish Chef Mary O’Brien before classes and choir rehearsals. The cost is $8 for adults, $4 for children, and $25 for a family. Oct. 16 Menu: Chicken or Tofu a la King … Continue reading "Wednesday Evening Dinner"
St. Clare Weekend Silent Retreat October 18-20 at St. Columba Retreat Center A 2 or 3-night option is available To register: https://saintcolumbamemphis.org/stclare Questions? Contact Heather Jordan at (901) 574-1378 or heartbrainbody@gmail.com Home-Coming A Retreat Based on The Return of the Prodigal Son by Henri Nouwen "I had just finished an exhausting six-week lecturing trip ... … Continue reading "St. Clare Silent Retreat Weekend"
Calvary Off Campus will offer parties from October to January. Look for signups for the following four gatherings: Oct. 18: Bodacious Potluck at the home of the Rev. Katherine & Stephen Bush Nov. 10: Sunday Brunch at the home of Terri & Betty Jo Dulaney Dec. 15: Holiday Open House at the home of Peg … Continue reading "Calvary Off-Campus"
Own Your Block Event, Saturday, Oct. 19, 10:00 a.m. Calvary volunteers are invited to Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 3745 Kimball Ave., for a neighborhood clean-up, free health screenings, and a festive shrimp boil at noon! This is part of Mayor Young’s Own Your Block initiative for faith-based communities throughout Memphis. Questions? Email the Rev. Hester … Continue reading "Own Your Block Event"