A Celebration of the Life of Kenneth White
Funeral for Kenneth White, son of Dorothy Kirsch. Rite I service with communion.
Funeral for Kenneth White, son of Dorothy Kirsch. Rite I service with communion.
We’ll take a closer look at the gorgeous and tragic stories of this week, walking through the historic events, the liturgies, and how the stories have hurt and inspired different people throughout the centuries.
Looking for a night of fun, friends, and unforgettable memories? Join us for our upcoming Maundy Thursday lock-in! We will be heading over to Grace St Lukes's on Apr. 6 and joining their EYC for our lock-in. Drop-off will be from 5 to 6 p.m. on the 6th, and pickup will be after the Good … Continue reading "Grace-St. Luke’s and Calvary EYC Lock-In"
Calvary families and friends are invited to gather for a simple Agape Meal in the Great Hall at 5:45. This meal will include special blessings over the meal and an opportunity to practice the ritual of foot washing as we remember the Last Supper Jesus shared with his friends. This gathering will conclude around 6:30, … Continue reading "Maundy Thursday Agape Meal"
On the night before he died, Jesus broke bread with his friends and gave us his final mandate: to love another. Our service includes Holy Eucharist and the stripping of the altar. We end in the darkness, prepared for a long night waiting in Gethsemane. The service will be livestreamed. Children age 3 through second … Continue reading "Maundy Thursday Liturgy"
An indoor walk through Calvary's moving Stations of the Cross around the nave of the church will be led by the JOY Chapter of the Daughters of the King at 10:30 a.m. on Good Friday, Apr. 7, prior to the liturgy at noon.
12 p.m. Good Friday Liturgy This solemn service includes the story of Christ’s passion and times of silence and intercession. Calvary Church will remain open for prayers until 3 p.m. The service will be livestreamed. 12:45 p.m. The Way of the Cross Following the Good Friday liturgy, gather at the altar to begin praying the … Continue reading "Good Friday Liturgy and Way of the Cross Walk"
We gather to light the New Fire, hear readings chronicling God’s saving deeds in history, and celebrate the first Eucharist of Easter. Bring bells or other noisemakers to announce the coming of the light. Nursery will be available, and the service will be livestreamed. All are invited to stay after the Easter Vigil to celebrate … Continue reading "Easter Vigil and Paschal Party"
7:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist 9 a.m. Holy Eucharist 11 a.m. Holy Eucharist Easter morning celebrates the risen Christ with songs and shouts of Alleluia! The 9 & 11 a.m. services include brass, timpani, and choir. Nursery and Children’s Chapel (9 & 11 a.m.) will be available. The 9 a.m. service will be livestreamed.
University of Memphis doctoral candidate, Roberta dos Santos, played at Calvary's Lenten Preaching Series this year. She will give a cello recital in partial fulfillment of her degree in the Great Hall on Thursday, Apr. 13, at 7 p.m. All are welcome.