Building authentic relationships with God and one another is an important aspect of life at Calvary Episcopal Church.

Small Dinner Groups

Every fall, people sign up to participate in Foyer Groups, made up of 8-12 people, that meet monthly for dinner, September through May. Most Foyer Group gatherings are potluck dinners. Sometimes groups meet at restaurants or go to events like a Redbirds Game. Foyer Groups consist of adults of all ages, single or coupled, and include long-time members and newcomers to the parish. Sign up to participate in a 2011-2012 Foyer Group.

Episcopal Church Women (ECW)

The guilds of the Episcopal Church Women (ECW) provide women an opportunity to get to know one another through specific specific fundraising initiatives that help raise money for un-budgeted ministry needs. Some of these efforts include the United Thank Offering, the Spring Fling that in the past has supported Calvary's teen pilgrimage to Italy, and the Waffle Shop. Small group guild meetings also include education events and fun social activities.

The Guild of the Holy Spirit meets on a Monday once a month, at 6:30 p.m., at the home of a parishioner, for dinner and fellowship and to discuss upcoming outreach opportunities.

The ECW Board meets the first Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m., at the home of a board member. Contact Molly Polatty to learn more about the ECW. View the October meeting minutes.

Parents

The Guild of the Christ Child's ministry is to support children and families in their baptismal promises through fellowship and service. The guild includes men and women and is open to anyone wishing to support the spiritual growth of children and families. Many of the guild’s efforts include partnership with the Children’s Ministries Council and other Calvary ministry groups. This guild plans and hosts annual mixers for parents and family events such as the annual Easter Egg Hunt; provides meals for families with new babies; and creates baptismal banners.

Young Adults

The Young Adult Ministries, better known as YAMs, is a community of seekers within Calvary Episcopal Church, who are in their 20s and 30s. Visit the YAMs page to learn more about YAMs Pub Theology, book studies, and social events.

GLBT (Integrity)

Integrity Memphis, a diocesan-wide organization that serves the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and trans-gendered community, meets at Calvary the third Tuesday each month at 6:30 p.m. for worship, dinner, and a program. Its mission is to be the witness of the Episcopal Church to the GLBT community, as well as to be the witness of the GLBT community to the Episcopal Church. Integrity Memphis is a local chapter of a national organization, Integrity USA. The ministry of this chapter includes worship, education, fellowship, advocacy, and service to the church and the community. Click here to request more information about Integrity.

GLEE (Gay & Lesbian Everyday Episcopalians)

GLEE (Gay and Lesbian Everyday Episcopalians) exists to provide an affirming, inclusive, welcoming and hospitable environment for Calvary’s LGBT community, friends and supporters. This group exists to offer a means to address/discuss common concerns of LGBT Christians and explore ways of being community both within our own group and as part of the parish as a whole. Our goal is to encourage participation in all aspects of the life of the church and to assist the parish in accomplishing its mission and goals.  At the present time, the primary activities of the group are fellowship and networking accomplished through a variety of socially oriented events such as parties, Sunday lunches, and sporting events.  For more information, please contact Clay Woemmel.

Study Groups

Learn more about Calvary's Study Groups.