Calvary Episcopal Church

Contemplative Eucharist
2023-10-22 17:00 - 18:00, 2023-10-29 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Calvary Episcopal Church, 102 North 2nd Street, Memphis, TN 38103, United States, 2 N 2nd St, United States
Each Sunday evening at 5 p.m., all are invited to participate in a quieter, centering time of worship in the Orgill Room. This gathering offers a guided conversation in place of a sermon, new words for old prayers, and opportunities for silence and reflection. This service will not take place on Sundays when Evensong is offered.

Sacred Ground: Wednesdays
2023-10-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Memphis, TN, United States
Sacred Ground is a soul-shaping, perspective-changing series of conversations about race and faithfulness. This carefully created, eleven-session curriculum offers readings, videos, and rich discussions to open up new ways of thinking about where we’ve been and where we are going. Calvary is offering two opportunities to participate in this vital endeavor.
+ Wednesday evenings, 6:00 at Calvary, with facilitators Tim Huebner and Matt Seltzer

Youth Confirmation Classes
2023-10-23 17:30 - 18:30, 2023-10-30 17:30 - 18:30 | Panera Bread, 1961 Union Ave., Memphis, 38104
Youth Confirmation is open to any youth in grades 10-12 who are interested in being confirmed in the Episcopal Church. We will meet at Panera Bread on Union Avenue on Mondays (Oct. 23, 30, Nov. 6, 13, 27, and Dec. 4) from 5:30-6:30. We will be journeying through the book “My Faith, My Life” by Jenifer Gamber and the class will be led by Jeremy Demarest, Zach Ferguson, and occasionally the Rev. Katherine Bush.

Education for Ministry
2023-10-25 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-10-25 18:30 - 20:30, 2023-11-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 102 North 2nd Street, Memphis, TN 38103, United States, 2 N 2nd St, United States
Education for Ministry, aka EfM, helps the faithful encounter the breadth and depth of the Christian tradition and bring it into conversation with their experiences of the world as they study, worship, and engage in theological reflection together. This is a commitment class, and participants are encouraged to commit to the program from August through May.
Calvary offers two EfM groups, both led by Richard Hendricks, Wednesday mornings at 10 a.m. and Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. Contact the Rev. Katherine Bush or Richard Hendricks to learn more.

Holy Eucharist with Prayers for Healing
2023-10-25 12:00 - 12:30, 2023-11-01 12:00 - 12:30 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 102 North 2nd Street, Memphis, TN 38103, United States, 2 N 2nd St, United States
Holy Eucharist with prayers for healing is offered at noon in the church on Wednesdays and features a reflection by one of our priests.
Afterward, join clergy and staff for a brown-bag lunch in the Mural Room, where you will find conversations and connections.

Wednesday Study Group
2023-10-25 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-11-01 13:00 - 14:00 | Memphis, TN, United States
Wednesdays, 1-2 p.m. at Calvary
Join in a conversation about the Bible, starting this fall with some short stories from Hebrew Scripture: Ruth, Jonah, and others. Come early for the noon Eucharist or 12:30 brown-bag lunch, or arrive for this weekly discussion group with Katherine Bush at 1:00 p.m. Starts on Sept. 6; join the conversation at any time.

Wednesday Evening Dinner
2023-10-25 17:15 - 18:15 | Memphis, TN, United States
Wednesday evening dinner is available in the Mural Room every Wednesday evening from 5:15-6:15 p.m. (Check the calendar for exclusions.) Enjoy a delicious dinner lovingly prepared by Parish Chef Mary O’Brien before classes and choir rehearsals. Cost is $8/adults, $4/child, $25/family max.
Oct. 25 Menu:
Beef or Vegetarian Chili
Hot Dogs
Cole Slaw
Cheese Pizza
Mini Hot Dogs
Tater Tots
Ice Cream Sandwiches

Pumpkinfest
2023-10-25 17:15 - 18:15 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 102 North 2nd Street, Memphis, TN 38103, United States, 2 N 2nd St, United States
Calvary’s Pumpkinfest is an annual opportunity to get together with your parish family to celebrate the changing of the seasons and enjoy some Halloween treats! This year, Pumpkinfest will take place during the Wednesday dinner on Oct. 25, from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. Please join us for fellowship, food, and fun!

St. Cecilia Choir
2023-10-25 18:15 - 19:00 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 102 North 2nd Street, Memphis, TN 38103, United States, 2 N 2nd St, United States
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. The choir rehearses on Wednesday evenings from 6:15 to 7. At the conclusion of rehearsal, they can attend Compline until 7:15 p.m.

Gathering
2023-10-25 18:15 - 19:15 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 102 North 2nd Street, Memphis, TN 38103, United States, 2 N 2nd St, United States
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.

October Book: A Crazy, Holy Grace: The Healing Power of Pain and Memory by Frederick Buechner
2023-10-25 18:15 - 19:15 | Memphis, TN, United States
October Book Discussion

A Crazy, Holy Grace: The Healing Power of Pain and Memory, discussion led by Scott Walters

Christianity Today called Frederick Buechner “the father of today’s spiritual memoir movement.” But he also published highly acclaimed novels, sermon collections, and a few books that defy genre, spanning more than six decades. Join Scott Walters on Wednesday nights for conversation about A Crazy, Holy Grace, a collection of some of Buechner’s most loved essays on the ways our most painful memories can be openings into hope and new life. Read chapters 1 and 2 before the first class, if you like. If you don’t have the book, email Scott at swalters@calvarymemphis.org for the readings. But all are welcome to join the conversation, whether you choose to read along or not.

Wednesdays in October 4, 11, 18, and 25, at 6:15 p.m.

Boys and Girls Choir
2023-10-25 18:15 - 19:15 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 102 North 2nd Street, Memphis, TN 38103, United States, 2 N 2nd St, United States
The Boys and Girls Choir, made up of students with unchanged voices in grades three and up, sings semi-monthly at the 10:30 a.m. worship service. Using the Voice for Life curriculum established by the Royal School of Church Music (RSCM), Organist-Choirmaster Kristin Lensch promotes a complete and quality approach to children’s music ministry that is as much a Christian education experience as it is a musical training experience. Choristers often become peer leaders over time as they progress through the program. Rehearsal is on Wednesdays from 6:15 to 7 p.m. Afterward, they attend Compline until 7:15 p.m.

Confirmation Class
2023-10-25 18:15 - 19:15 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 102 North 2nd Street, Memphis, TN 38103, United States, 2 N 2nd St, United States
Want to dive a little deeper into what it means to be an Episcopalian? Interested in the particular expression of a faithful life here at Calvary? Join Calvary’s clergy, staff, and our Bishop for a six-session conversation about worship, the Bible, some church history, and everything in between. This class will culminate in the opportunity to be Confirmed when the Bishop makes her annual visitation on Sunday, December 10. All are welcome regardless of how long you’ve been connected with Calvary. Oct. 25, Nov. 1, 8, 15, 29, and Dec. 6.
No class on Nov. 22.

Compline
2023-10-25 19:00 - 19:15 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 102 North 2nd Street, Memphis, TN 38103, United States, 2 N 2nd St, United States
Join us for Compline, a simple service of evening prayers led by the Calvary youth every Wednesday evening at 7 p.m. in the Great Hall. It is, above all, a service of quietness and reflection before rest at the end of the day.

Calvary Choir
2023-10-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 102 North 2nd Street, Memphis, TN 38103, United States, 2 N 2nd St, United States
Both professional singers and auditioned volunteers make up Calvary’s primary group of choristers: the Calvary Choir. The choir sings each week at the 10:30 a.m. worship service, monthly Evensong, and offers special liturgical services and concerts during the year. While strongly based in the music of the Anglican church, their repertoire spans centuries and global traditions, from plainsong to spirituals. In addition to making music at home, the Calvary Choir has traveled to England to participate in a week-long choral residency at the Bristol Cathedral. They are known for both their dedication to and love of music and close camaraderie. Interested singers should contact Organist-Choirmaster Kristin Lensch.

Baguette Brothers
2023-10-26 07:30 - 08:30 | Barth House, 409 Patterson St., Memphis, TN, 38111, United States
Thursdays, 7:30–8:30 a.m. at Barth House, 409 Patterson St.
Every Thursday morning, a few good men gather for coffee, prayer, Bible study, and terrible jokes. It’s a “Pre-Game Show,” as they study the Gospel lesson for the upcoming Sunday service. It is now in its 20th year, so the jokes must not be that bad. Contact Bill Craddock or 901-276-0639, for more information.

Gleanings Discussion Group
2023-10-26 12:00 - 13:00
Thursdays at noon on Zoom
If you love to pursue hard questions in good company, a favorite phrase of Bill Craddock’s, join Gleanings, a group convened by Bill along with Scott Walters to do just that. On Sept. 7, we will begin a new book, Faith Beyond Belief: Spirituality for Our Times, by David Steindl-Rast and Anselm Grün. If you have questions, or want to join the Gleanings email list for weekly Zoom links and additional resources, email Scott. All are welcome!

Children's Formation
2023-10-29 09:15 - 10:15 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 102 North 2nd Street, Memphis, TN 38103, United States, 2 N 2nd St, United States
Children ages JK through 5th grade are invited to join us in the Children’s Wing, Room 201, on the second floor. Our young people explore their faith and scripture through Godly Play and Weaving God’s Promises – two curriculums based on storytelling designed to connect our young people deeper to their faith.

Good in the Neighborhood: Roshun Austin
2023-10-29 09:15 - 10:15 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 102 North 2nd Street, Memphis, TN 38103, United States, 2 N 2nd St, United States
Austin is President and CEO of The Works, an organization dedicated to rebuilding, restoring, and renewing Memphis neighborhoods through innovation, advocacy, and collaboration. She joins us to share how her faith animates her work as a community developer.

Book of Daniel Sunday Class
2023-10-29 09:15 - 10:15 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 102 North 2nd Street, Memphis, TN 38103, United States, 2 N 2nd St, United States
The Book of Daniel, how “strange” is it?
Join Paige Whittle for an exploration of the book of Daniel, full of wild stories and visions. This is a great opportunity to encounter a book that is often referenced but rarely read! Paige will guide a study of this Hebrew text on Sunday mornings in the Emison Room at 9:15.

Adult Formation in the Orgill Room
2023-10-29 09:15 - 10:15 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 102 North 2nd Street, Memphis, TN 38103, United States, 2 N 2nd St, United States
Calvary welcomes speakers from Memphis and beyond to share their insights on spiritual matters. This fall, we’ll hear from Dr. Mitzi Minor, Roshun Austin, Geoff Calkins, Brian Lyles, Bishop Phoebe Roaf, Calvary Clergy, and more.

High School EYC visit to the Walters house
2023-10-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Home of Ardelle & Scott Walters, 387 Dickinson St., Memphis, TN, 38112, United States
Calvary High Schoolers (9th – 12th Grades): You are invited to the home of Scott & Ardelle Walters on Sunday, Oct. 29, 6-8 p.m. Bonus: Bishop Phoebe will be joining us for dinner and conversation! Bring some questions — life questions, get-to-know-you questions — we want to get to know you better!

Family Feast Days
2023-11-01 17:15 - 17:45 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 102 North 2nd Street, Memphis, TN 38103, United States, 2 N 2nd St, United States
Come celebrate the feast of All Saints with a liturgy designed with little people in mind! All ages and stages are invited for a song, a story, and a simple communion service from 5:15 to 5:45 p.m. Music will be led by the St. Cecilia Choir.
Stay for dinner and more, or head home for bedtime afterward.

Wednesday Evening Dinner
2023-11-01 17:15 - 18:15 | Memphis, TN, United States
Wednesday evening dinner is available in the Mural Room every Wednesday evening from 5:15-6:15 p.m. (Check the calendar for exclusions.) Enjoy a delicious dinner lovingly prepared by Parish Chef Mary O’Brien before classes and choir rehearsals. Cost is $8/adults, $4/child, $25/family max.
Nov. 1 Menu:
Shrimp & Grits
Squash Casserole
Black-eyed Peas
Cheese Pizza
Mini Hot Dogs
Tater Tots
Ice Cream
