Calvary’s liturgical five-octave handbell choir, the Calvary Ringers, rehearses weekly on Wednesday evenings and always welcomes new members. The ability to read music is not required. Calvary Ringers is directed … Continue reading "Calvary Ringers"
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 … Continue reading "Calvary Choir"
OPERA America and Opera Memphis will welcome the opera industry to Memphis in May for the annual Opera Conference. During the conference, Opera Memphis will present a New Works Showcase … Continue reading "Opera America Concert"
The working title for Scott Walters's sabbatical is "Carnal Virtues: Church as a Community of Craft." Hear more about Scott's sabbatical plans and why he thinks spending time with people who make community while making physical things in the world might provide a helpful framework that a Christian community like Calvary can learn from.
Pentecost Party The Feast of Pentecost is often celebrated as the birthday of the Church, when the Holy Spirit descended upon the apostles. All are encouraged to wear red and join us for a church birthday celebration in the Calvary Commons after the 10:30 a.m. worship service. Pentecost Christians have come to understand the meaning … Continue reading "Pentecost"
Get Ready for Trivia, Fellowship, and Fun This Summer! Mark your calendar for a lively evening of connection and competition at Calvary’s annual Trivia Night, happening on Wednesday, June 11! This beloved tradition brings together parishioners and friends for great food, great company, and a chance to show off your trivia skills. 🍽️ Dinner will … Continue reading "Summer Fellowship: Trivia Night"
Calvary’s Joy Chapter of the Daughters of the King is having a Summer Brunch on Saturday, June 14 at 11 a.m. at the home of Sherry Compton. All women of the parish are invited to attend. We will be sharing fellowship, good food, and information about becoming a Daughter. Please contact Sherry Compton at sherrycompton8@gmail.com … Continue reading "Daughters of the King Summer Brunch"
Get Ready for Fellowship and Fun This Summer! Looking for a fun, low-stakes way to connect with your Calvary family this summer? Join us for Summer Fellowship Board Game Night on Wednesday, July 9, for an evening of fun, food, and friendly competition! Dinner (Chicken and Rice, Broccoli Salad, Rolls, and Cobbler) will be served … Continue reading "Summer Fellowship: Game Night"
Join the Calvary choirs for their week-in-residence at Durham Cathedral. Calvary Choir will lead Evensong every night in the largest Norman building constructed between 1093 and 1133 in the Romanesque style. Close to the North Sea and two hours south of Scotland, excursions to places like Lindisfarne (Holy Island), the Roman ruins of Housesteads Fort … Continue reading "Choral Residency in England"
Each week, we’ll take a closer look at the readings for that Sunday. Come dig into some good conversation and learn more about the stories we hear in church. No homework required in advance, but you’ll walk into the 10:30 liturgy with extra insight and maybe your own ideas about what the preacher could say!