Vincent Astor, age 69, died Monday, January 16, at his home. Vincent was a fixture at Calvary. He was a font of knowledge and led tours of our historic church. He recently oversaw the arrangement of Calvary's antique nativity set, which, when he was in better health, was a labor of love he would have carried out … Continue reading "Funeral for Vincent Astor"
12:00 PM 2:00 PM 643 Anderson StreetMemphis, TN, 38104United States RSVP HERE
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. February 8 Menu: Pork Chops with onions and peppers Zucchini Gratin Roasted Potatoes … Continue reading "Wednesday Evening Dinner"
The Mockingbird Early Music Ensemble was formed in 2003 and is based in Oxford, Mississippi. The group is composed of enthusiastic proponents of the historically informed presentation of music created before 1750, played on recreations of original instruments which are found in museums throughout Europe. These include recorders, viole da gamba, harpsichord, and organ. Come … Continue reading "Friends of Music Presents The Mockingbird Early Music Ensemble"
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 2930 Cotton Plant Road, Germantown, TN, 38138 RSVP HERE
Vincent Astor, age 69, died Monday, January 16, at his home. Vincent was a fixture at Calvary. He was a font of knowledge and led tours of our historic church. He recently oversaw the arrangement of Calvary's antique nativity set, which, when he was in better health, was a labor of love he would have carried out … Continue reading "Celebration of Life for Vincent Astor at the Orpheum Theatre"
Dr. Tim Huebner tells us the story of President Abraham Lincoln, emphasizing how Lincoln’s principles offer insight into the relationship between citizenship and faith. In a polarized nation, Lincoln’s example illuminates our efforts, in the words of the baptismal covenant, to “strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every … Continue reading "Lincoln: Citizenship and Faithfulness"
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. February 15 Menu: Glazed Salmon Rice Bowl w/ Jasmine Rice, Slaw, Cucumber, and … Continue reading "Wednesday Evening Dinner"
Calvary parishioners and friends are invited to tour Charles Shipp's art exhibition at Playhouse on the Square on display in conjunction with the theatrical production of "The Scottsboro Boys." Charles is the son of Nino & Charles Shipp and grew up at Calvary. He created the mixed-media collection after being moved by the story of … Continue reading "Art & the Heart: February 2023"
As we launch into the 100th year of the Lenten Preaching Series, join Scott Walters, Paul McLain, and Katherine Bush in reflecting not on the past but on the future of faith in our community.
It's that time of year again, dust off your wooden spoons, tie on your apron and get your gumbo team ready to go! On Mardi Gras, Tuesday February 21st we will be having our annual Gumbo Cook-off fundraiser in the Great Hall from 6-8 PM. Teams will sign up to present a gumbo, and will … Continue reading "Gumbo Cookoff"
Calvary will observe Ash Wednesday with services of Holy Eucharist at 7:30 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 7:00 p.m. Jon Meacham will be the guest preacher at noon, as Calvary marks 100 years of its Lenten Preaching Series. The church will open at 11:00 a.m. for the noon service, which will be live-streamed. A shuttle bus … Continue reading "Ash Wednesday Holy Eucharist and Imposition of Ashes"
WEDNESDAYS, THURSDAYS, AND FRIDAYS 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. It’s been 94 years since plates were piled up with waffles, chicken hash, and fish pudding at Calvary’s first Waffle Shop in Lent of 1928. For all that’s changed in our world since then, Memphians still stream to Calvary each year for these three dishes, as well as … Continue reading "Waffle Shop"
The Rev. Dan Matthews Former rector of Trinity Wall Street, New York The Rev. Dan Matthews has been a consistent favorite at Calvary’s Lenten Preaching Series over the last fifty years. His preaching is inspired by powerful and meaningful stories like the Good Samaritan and the Prodigal Son. In light of these stories, Matthews pushes us … Continue reading "Lenten Preaching Series: The Rev. Dan Matthews"
The Rev. Becca Stevens Author, Episcopal priest, founder and president of Thistle and Bee social enterprise; Nashville, TN The Rev. Becca Stevens is a speaker, social entrepreneur, author, priest, founder of ten non-profit justice enterprises, and President of Thistle Farms. She has been featured on multiple news outlets and named a White House Champion of Change. … Continue reading "Lenten Preaching Series: The Rev. Becca Stevens"
Wilderness is one of the throughlines in scripture and is a prominent theme in Lent. The Rev. Katherine Bush begins a series examining the wilder world as a reality and metaphor.
What's in a Dream? Dreams have a place in the Christian tradition and in our understanding of ourselves. The Rev. Paul McLain, Greta Heru, and Jill Piper will guide the dream-curious through the fantastic and mundane journeys we take as many as six times a night. We'll look in on famous dreamers in the Bible … Continue reading "Lenten Class on Dreams"
Calvary will be open every Tuesday in Lent from 12:05-12:35 p.m. for a time of silence and prayer. A bell will ring at 12:05 and 12:35, marking the bookends of our quiet time together, and a brief centering reading will be offered at 12:10. We encourage you to turn off and put away any distracting … Continue reading "Silence in the City"
The Rev. Jennifer Bailey Ordained A.M.E. minister and national leader in the multi-faith movement for justice; Nashville, TN The Reverend Jen Bailey is an ordained minister, author, and national leader in the multi-faith movement for justice. She is the Founder and Executive Director of Faith Matters Network. The Rev. Bailey believes love is *the* animating force … Continue reading "Lenten Preaching Series: The Rev. Jennifer Bailey"
recorded live at Calvary Episcopal Church, Memphis MARCH 1, 8, 15, 22 AND 29 WEDNESDAYS | 6:15-7:15 P.M. In addition to the noontime experience, Calvary offers Dialogue: The Lenten Preaching Series Podcast, recorded live at Calvary Episcopal Church, Memphis each Wednesday. You are invited to these live podcast recordings with our guests each Wednesday evening. Attendees also … Continue reading "DIALOGUE: The Lenten Preaching Series Podcast"
Dr. Omid Safi Professor of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies at Duke University; Durham, NC Dr. Omid Safi is a teacher in the Islamic tradition of Radical Love with extensive written work on the foundational sources of Islam and Sufism. A leading Muslim public intellectual, Safi investigates the intersection of spirituality and social justice. He is … Continue reading "Lenten Preaching Series: Dr. Omid Safi"
Rabbi Micah Greenstein Senior Rabbi at Temple Israel; Memphis, TN The senior rabbi at Temple Israel, Micah Greenstein loves Torah no matter where it comes from. "Torah" in a broad Jewish sense refers to the teachings and wisdom of Judaism, but he treasures insights on goodness, love, justice, shalom, and compassion from every faith tradition and … Continue reading "Lenten Preaching Series: Rabbi Micah Greenstein"
