Understanding the Conflict in Israel & Palestine Dr. Janel Bakker, Professor of Mission & Culture at Memphis Theological Seminary, will offer a primer on the religious and historical context of the turmoil in Palestine and Israel.
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. note irregular meeting dates: … Continue reading "Sacred Ground Sunday Group"
Looking for some "adult time" before the holiday rush is upon us? Come cheer on the Grizzlies while enjoying food, fun, and fellowship with vestry hosts Brie Wallace and Jessica Flynn and other Calvary friends! Chef Mary O'Brien will provide scrumptious game-day fare. Childcare is provided for ages 0-5 in the Calvary Nursery, and fun and games for … Continue reading "Grizzlies Watch Party"
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 … Continue reading "Contemplative Eucharist"
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 … Continue reading "Youth Confirmation Classes"
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 … Continue reading "Education for Ministry"
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.
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 … Continue reading "Wednesday Study Group"
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. 15 Menu: Breakfast for Dinner with Buckwheat Pancakes Cheese Pizza Hot Dogs
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. … Continue reading "St. Cecilia Choir"