Community & Christian Formation Programs
Christian Formation Mission Statement:
The mission of the Christian Formation program (Sunday School) is to inspire a lifelong desire in the hearts and minds of our young people to know the love of God by following the teachings of His Son, Jesus Christ.
In cooperation with parents and the entire congregation
of Calvary, we will assist young people in living their baptismal covenant through:
- Practicing regular prayer and worship;
- Instilling knowledge of the Scriptures;
- Imparting the meaning of the liturgy and sacraments of the Church;
- Living daily lives while integrating faith into all that we do.
Vacation Bible School (VBS):
Wizards & Wonders
VBS will begin on Monday, June 27, at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church. Together with some of our fellow parishes in the Louisville area, we will learn the connections between Harry Potter and our faith story (and how to play Quidditch.) VBS will run from 9 a.m. to noon, ending with Eucharist on Friday, July 1. )
If you would like to help with this exciting program, please contact Callie at 587-6011 x 26 or email here. To pre-register or to sign up to help, forms are available in Frazier Hall. June is closer than you think!
Children's Nursery
8:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., Second Floor, Room 212
Infants and toddlers experience the love and comfort of the church family while being cared for during classes and services.
Christian Formation Classes
10:00 a.m. to 10:50 a.m., Second Floor
Godly Play:
Level I: Four-Year Olds & Kindergarten
A program designed to teach children the art of using parables, sacred stories, and individual reflection to help them become more fully aware of the mystery of God's presence in their lives.
Primary:
1st and 2nd Grade uses All Things New a program that “offers a rich mix of age-appropriate activities centered on scripture and Christian ‘basics.’“
Intermediate:
3rd, 4th & 5th Grade program focusing on the weekly liturgy, as well as the seasons of the church, the Holy Eucharist, the Bible, church history, the Book of Common Prayer, Calvary history, and the Episcopal Faith.
Youth:
Level I: 6th - 8th Grade (Jr. High)
Level II: 9th - 12th Grade (Sr. High)
The Senior High Class uses a variety of curricula and programs, book studies, etc. Using Making It Real & Relevant, the Junior High class go in depth in Bible exploration, foundation and theological study. Stewardship, and church history are used to help youth in both classes explore scripture and learn how to apply the Christian message to their daily lives. Students also continue their education in preparation for confirmation. Confirmation is offered once a year, usually in the Spring. Youth Sunday is celebrated at Calvary on Mother’s Day, a time when Calvary ’s youth participate in almost all aspects of the service: ushering, greeting, chalicing, acolyting. Seniors in Highschool offer the Sunday sermon at all three services.
The Treble Choir
A choir program for grades k-5 as part of our Christian Formation meets from 9:35 – 9:55 each Sunday in Room 203. The choir will be learning some of the hymns used
in the service, preparing for psalm leading, and preparing pieces to be performed in the service on various occasions, including the Christmas Pageant. Registration will be
on Sunday, September 6th at 10:00. Mary Redden will be directing. She would also welcome any Youth who would like to be class helpers.
Youth Ministries
Rooted in the belief that Jesus models how to be in relationship with one another, Calvary offers spiritual, social, and service oriented activities for teenagers. There are many opportunities for adults to join us, participating and serving as mentors. Throughout the year, some of the typical activities include: Progressive Dinner, Hunger Walk, Wayside Christian Mission, Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper, lock-ins, service projects, etc. In the spring of 2010, the youth met for a movie night in the South Tower, sold tomato plants to raise money for the Calvary Food Closet, hosted a fundraising Chili Contest for Choices, sponsored a bake sale (again raising funds for the Calvary Food Closet), and hosted hospitality. Plans are underway for this summer to have a swimming party and picnic at Lakeside Swim Club, a meet and greet event to welcome the Erdman family, and plan a time to help cleanup the community through Metro Parks.
Anna & Mark Fleshman and Beth Vail, Youth Leaders
Callie Hausman, Director of Community & Christian Formation
Adult Formation
Adult Forum: Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., Parker Hall
Calvary‘s ADULT FORUM offers some “Sunday Only” topics and speakers as well as some series of topics, all of which are listed on the Adult Forum Calendar. Join us at 10:00 a.m. in Parker Hall to be renewed, challenged, and informed.
Upcoming Adult Forum topics
Feb. 20 The Psalms: A Selection by Dr. Jon Smith
Feb. 27 The Psalms: A Selection by Dr. Jon Smith
Mar. 6 The Psalms: A Selection by Dr. Jon Smith
Mar. 13 The Rites of Holy Week by The Rev. Jonathan Erdman & Lenten Event
Mar. 20 Screwtape Letters by C. S. Lewis, facilitated by The Rev. Jon Erdman
Mar. 27 Screwtape Letters by C. S. Lewis, facilitated by The Rev. Jonathan Erdman
Apr. 3 Screwtape Letters by C. S. Lewis, facilitated by The Rev. Jonathan Erdman
Apr. 10 Screwtape Letters by C. S. Lewis, facilitated by The Rev. Jonathan Erdman
Apr. 17 Palm Sunday - Procession
Apr. 24 Easter Sunday
May 1 Disordered Loves
May 8 Disordered Loves
May 15 Disordered Loves
May 22 Sister Emily Cooper
Special Events
Lenten Event
Advent Event
Christmas Event
Greening of the Church
All Saints Event
Easter Event
Parish Picnic
All Saints Camp Retreat
Epiphany Extravaganza
Earth Day
Rectors Theology Classes
Are you interested in learning more about the Episcopal Church? Would you like to become a member of Calvary? Please join us for a series of Rector’s Theology Classes beginning Sunday, February 20, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Please see Fr. Jonathan or Callie Hausman for more information.
Parenting Seminars
The third parenting seminar will be Wednesday, March 16, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at Calvary, with nursery care available, and programs for parents and children. Please bring a favorite dish to add to the potluck dinner that begins at 6:00 p.m. Advance registration is appreciated. The topic will be Discussing Difficult Topics with Children.
Education for Ministry (EfM)
Dig deeper into the Christian faith, studying the Bible, Church history and theological ideas and reflect on connecting faith with life experiences. Calvary's EfM seminar meets Wednesday evenings from 6:00 to 8:15 p.m. to discuss, reflect, share, worship, and refresh.
Weekday Bible Study
Soup, sandwich, and scripture! A BIBLE STUDY meets weekly on Thursdays at 1:00 p.m. Please bring your lunch, and join us as we assess scripture from the HOLY BIBLE.