From Miriam McKenney:
Ten Ideas to See You Through the Holidays
Advent of the Heart:
Mondays 7:30 PM-8:30PM
Lighthouse Gift Tree
Give a Gift Virtually this year
Vestry & Diocesan Convention Delegate Nominations
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Adult Forum:
Youth Group Members
share their Anti-Racism Journey
Thursday, December 10 at 7:00 PM
Way of Love Advent Series
2021 Pledge Campaign Update
Benevolence Fund
Current Worship Schedule:
ONLINE ONLY 10:30 AM
Virtual Coffee Hour Link
Prayer List
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From Miriam McKenney
Calvary's Youth Minister &
Forward Movement's
Director of Mission & Development
Miriam recently wrote a reflection, with the help of her daughters, Nia, Kaia, & Jaiya, published by the Episcopal Church Foundation (ECF) on vital practices for the church called, "Ten Ideas to See You Through the Holidays."
Miriam writes,
"Even people who typically thrive in this season wonder how they'll make it work [in a pandemic]. Taking better care of ourselves and each other is the best gift we can give to help us stay healthy and motivated and able to cope with loneliness and loss. Here's how my family plans to manage, along with suggestions from my daughters."
Thank you to Miriam and the McKenney girls for sharing your ideas and gifts with the greater church. Take a moment to read the article by clicking the button below.
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Mondays in Advent
Advent of the Heart
A Study with the Clergy
7:30-8:30 PM, starting Monday 11/30
Join Rev. Olivia and Rev. Allison for an exploration of Alfred Delp, a priest and martyr, in his profound writings on the meaning of this forthcoming season.
Books are available free of charge on the stage at the church. Please pick up your book and sign up there for by e-mailing allison@calvaryclifton.org.
Need a code to the church?
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Advent Gift Tree
for Lighthouse Youth Services
This year's gift drive is ALL VIRTUAL. Calvary has "adopted" several families and committed to provide 50 gifts. Make a difference this holiday season in the lives of children struggling, especially in this pandemic.
***Please plan to drop off or mail the gift cards yourselves to Lighthouse Youth Services
Attn: Sarah Elam
401 E. McMillan Street
Cincinnati, OH 45206
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Thank you to Dave Meyer for keeping us connected with this ministry in this unusual year.
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Vestry & Diocesan Convention Delegate Nominations
The Nominating Committee is receiving names for consideration for the slate of nominees for the Vestry (Class of 2024) and for Diocesan Convention Delegates for 2021.
What does a Vestry Member do?
The Vestry is the legal representative of the parish with regard to all matters pertaining to its corporate property.
The basic responsibilities of the vestry are to help define and articulate the mission of the congregation; to support the church's mission by word and deed, to select the rector (when there is a vacancy), to ensure effective organization and planning, and to manage resources and finances.
Eligibility: a member of the Vestry must be at least sixteen (16) years of age who at the time of voting is a pledging member (time, talent, and/or treasure) in good standing.
What does a Diocesan Convention Delegate do?
Delegates travel in the coming year to the convention Friday afternoon to Saturday afternoon, November 12-13, 2021 to conduct diocesan business, including election of officers and members of various leadership bodies; approval of a budget for the upcoming year; setting mission strategy; and establishing diocesan policy and procedure by considering and voting on resolutions and approving changes to the diocesan constitution and canons.
It is also an occasion forcommunication and teaching from the bishops; learning about and participating in shared mission and ministry; fellowship, community building and common prayer; and celebration of the Holy Eucharist together as a diocesan community.
Eligibility: Must be a member in good standing at the time of voting.
If you have someone you would like to nominate, or if you wish to self-nominate, for one of these opportunities, please e-mail or call Paul Davis at davisp1971@gmail.com or 513-607-1470.
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Save the Date
Thursday, December 10
7:00 PM via ZOOM
Youth Group-Led Adult Forum
Adults are invited to listen as the Youth Group presents their several month's journey with the #1 New York Times Bestselling text This Book is Anti-Racist by Tiffany Jewell.
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Join whenever you are able during this grace-filled Advent. Learn, share, and build community in small groups as we practice the Way of Love while we wait for Jesus.
Led by our own Miriam McKenney
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The Rector and Vestry of Calvary Parish have established The Benevolence Fund.
Please notify the rector of any need for housing, medications, or utilities expenses you will struggle to meet Rev. Allison. The Benevolence Team will blindly review requests and one-time payments will be made.
If you find yourself in a challenging position during this time, please reach out to Rev. Allison. Your conversation and concerns will be held in the strictest confidence.
Funds are available to cover mortgage payments, utility bills, and medical expenses for members of the church.
To donate, please send checks to:
Calvary Episcopal Church
3766 Clifton Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45220
(in memo: Benevolence Fund)
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Sunday: Online Service ONLY 10:30 AM
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Due to the rising COVID numbers, the Rector, with the advisement and support of the Re-Open Team, have determined to move to ONLINE ONLY worship for the indeterminate future.
Current Weekly Worship Schedule:
10:30 AM
ONLINE service
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Sunday Virtual
Coffee Hour
Virtual Coffee Hour will take place via Zoom this Sunday, following the 10:30 service. To join the coffee hour follow this link. For instructions on how to access the meeting, click here ,
You can also access a Facebook group to talk with other Calvary members and get updates from the parish. To join that group, click here
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This week we pray:
For those on our Parish Prayer List
Maureen Siereveld, Hazel Ison, Dave Meyer, Eric Van Vyven, Reed Coen,
Phyllis Reid, Kelsey Logan, Christian Fredenburgh, Larry Griggs, Bishop Tom Breidenthal, Mary Kate DeWees, Rachel, Autumn, Kelli, Marcos Babich,
Roger Percer, Erica Jones
For Homebound Parishioners
Mary Ann Bragg, Richard Sininger, Joan Sievers, Paul McCauley, Hazel Ison, Hedda von Goeben
Prayer requests are spoken aloud in worship for two weeks / kept on prayer list for two months. Keep us updated for long-term requests.
If you have a pastoral need, please contact the
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Donate to Calvary Episcopal Church
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