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Confident in God’s love for us;
fearless in our love for all.
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LENT 2025 AT CALVARY
Save the Dates for our Lenten Offerings
Tuesday, March 4 @5:30 – 7pm – Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
We prepare for Lent with this annual tradition. Enjoy a pancake supper, bring your dried Palms from last year to be burned into ashes, and contribute a talent for the Talent Show. Would you like to volunteer to prep or serve or to be in the Talent Show? Sign up in the hall or in the church on the paper sign-up sheet.
Wednesday, March 5 @Noon and 7pm – Ash Wednesday
Join us for Ash Wednesday as we begin the season of Lent in reflection and renewal. Experience a time of worship, repentance, and the imposition of ashes as we prepare our hearts for the journey ahead. All are welcome. Eucharist included in the 7pm service, optional following the Noon service.
Sundays, starting March 9 during Calvary Community Hour – Jesus and Nonviolence
Join us for a transformative study of Jesus and Nonviolence by Walter Wink. Together, we’ll explore the teachings of Jesus and discover how his message of peace and justice can reshape our lives and the world. Books available on the stage in Hannaford Hall for $11/each.
Sundays from 12:30 – 2pm, starting March 9 at Clifton United Methodist Church – Non-Violent Resistance Training
After our successful collaboration with Ignite Peace and Clifton United Methodist Church as we hosted the Race and Racism in Cincinnati docuseries, we partner with them again for this vital series on learning the practice of non-violence that once shaped the Civil Rights movement. Lunch will be served. Freewill offering will be received to cover costs.
all are welcome!
We’ve been here since 1867…
…but we’re a church living in the NOW. We look to our roots for inspiration and to the future with open hearts. At Calvary Episcopal Church, Clifton, you can find meaningful connections, tools to grow your faith, and opportunities to do good in the world.
We invite you to journey with us.
To grow inwardly in faith through worship, music, and education and outwardly through invitation, welcome, and connection
To be Jesus’ heart, hands and feet, humbly collaborating with our neighbors to realize beloved community
To open ourselves to God’s grace, recognizing that we are all broken saints and redeemed sinners
I want to…
Stories, News, & Happenings
New Publication of Advent Music for Organ
The concept of creating a book of Advent music for organ solos had been percolating for several years. I’m delighted that PREPARE THE WAY was published a few months ago.
Centering Prayer and Inner Awakening
Join us as we explore the transformative power of silence and prayer during this sacred season.
Safeguarding God’s Children
We here at Calvary are resolved to cultivating and maintaining safe places and safeguarding God’s children.
Election Night Virtual Prayers
During election night virtual prayers, Episcopalians will hold silence and lead participants in prayers together for peace.
Photo Highlights from Sunday, Oct. 20
What a delight for Calvary Church to again host legendary conductor/composer Mack Wilberg along with brilliant young organist Mitchell Miller.
Join Election Night Virtual Prayers – Tuesday, November 5
All Creatures Great and Small are invited as we celebrate the Feast of St. Francis this month.
more news…
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Stories, News, & Happenings
New Publication of Advent Music for Organ
The concept of creating a book of Advent music for organ solos had been percolating for several years. I’m delighted that PREPARE THE WAY was published a few months ago.
Centering Prayer and Inner Awakening
Join us as we explore the transformative power of silence and prayer during this sacred season.
Safeguarding God’s Children
We here at Calvary are resolved to cultivating and maintaining safe places and safeguarding God’s children.
Election Night Virtual Prayers
During election night virtual prayers, Episcopalians will hold silence and lead participants in prayers together for peace.