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Sunday, March 31, 2024
The Sunday of the Resurrection:
EASTER SUNDAY
8 a.m. - The Holy Eucharist, Rite II
A said service of Holy Communion
in the Chapel
9 a.m. - The Holy Eucharist, Rite II
A service at the Crossing,
with congregational hymns and organ music
11 a.m. - The Holy Eucharist, Rite II
A service at the High Altar in the Church
with music for choir, organ, and congregation
[This service will be Livestreamed]
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Holy Week and
Easter Services at Calvary
Good Friday, March 29
Good Friday Liturgy, 12* Noon
(Nursery Care is available at 11:45 p.m.);
Following the service, the Church will remain open
for meditation from 1:30 until 3 p.m.
Good Friday Liturgy, 7:30* p.m.
Holy Saturday, March 30
The Great Vigil of Easter, 8* p.m.
Lighting of the Paschal Candle, Scriptural Prophecies,
and the First Eucharist of Easter
Easter Day, March 31
Holy Eucharist and Homily at 8 a.m.
Festal Holy Eucharist and Sermon at 9 & 11* a.m.
Easter Egg Hunt, 10:15 a.m.
* Services marked with an asterisk are livestreamed.
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The deadline for submission of news and notices for the next issue is Friday, April 5, 2024. Please e-mail your text to calvary@calvarypgh.org or deliver it directly to the church office. | |
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Deaths in our Parish Family
All of us go down to the dust; yet even at the grave we make our song: Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia.
Amidst the ever present hope of Christ’s resurrection, we share news about the funerals of two faithful parishioners of Calvary Episcopal Church. All are welcome to attend these services.
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A service to celebrate the life of Jean Tuthill will be held at Calvary on Saturday, April 6 at 11 a.m. with a reception following in the Parish Hall. Please join us in holding Jean, her husband DeWayne, her son DeWayne, and her other family and friends in your prayers.
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A service to celebrate the life of John O’Rourke will be held at Calvary on Thursday, April 11, 2023 at 11 a.m. in the Lady Chapel. The family will receive visitors in the Parlor, beginning at 10 a.m. A reception will follow the service in the Parish Hall, with interment at 2:30 p.m. at Allegheny County Memorial Park Cemetery in Allison Park, PA. Please join us in holding John, his wife Peggy, and his other family and friends in your prayers.
Rest eternal grant to your servants, John and Jean, O Lord: And let light perpetual shine upon them. May their souls and the souls of all the departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
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We are very pleased to report that the Capital Campaign currently has 70 pledges and one-time gifts totaling $2,615,700 which is 43% of our $6,000,000 goal. While this is great progress, we need to have many more members participate in the Campaign. In order to facilitate this, we are offering several opportunities to learn about the Campaign and make it easy to pledge.
During the early phase of the Campaign we organized neighborhood Awareness Gatherings, mostly in members’ homes, to reach other members and share details about the Campaign. These were followed by individual meetings to solicit pledges to the Campaign. However, we understand that while an Awareness Gathering fits some members’ needs for information, not everyone wants to, or has the time to attend an informational meeting. To address that, and simplify the process, we are offering several ways for you to get the information you need to participate in the Campaign.
To that end, please send an email to us at campaign@calvarypgh.org:
1. If you would like to attend an Awareness Gathering. Once we have enough responses we will organize a meeting around the schedules of those who respond. As with all prior gatherings, this will be an informational meeting only; you will not be solicited at the meeting. Afterwards you will be contacted personally to discuss your participation in the campaign.
2. If you just have a few questions, either about the Campaign or methods to pay your pledge. The appropriate committee member will respond to you. All discussions are confidential and it is not necessary to discuss your pledge amount.
3. If you are ready to make your pledge, and want a pledge form. Please specify whether you would like to have a hard copy sent in the mail. Otherwise you will receive the form attached to an email.
All the above methods are also available ‘in person’ every Sunday in the Parish Hall before and after services. The Campaign Committee Co-Chairs and Ambassadors will be in the Parish Hall near the children’s progress chart and will happily address your questions and comments. They will have relevant documents available for you: the Campaign Case, the Campaign Project List, a List of Naming Opportunities, a description of the numerous “Ways of Giving,” and Campaign FAQ’s. As outlined above, you may also request to be put on the list for an Awareness meeting, request a pledge card or have a Campaign person contact you for specific questions.
We look forward eagerly to sharing the details about this critical campaign and to having you join us as we work together to meet the financial goals needed to preserve, sustain, and share Calvary’s buildings and mission!
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| The wonderful campaign video that was produced by our talented Rector, is now available for your viewing pleasure on YouTube. The link to watch it is https://youtu.be/oR-VBMGHrw0, or click the thumbnail below. As you are watching it, please take a minute to jot down any questions that it raises for you and bring them to one of our sessions for answers. | |
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One of the many traditions at Calvary Episcopal Church is the delivery of the Easter flowers to those for whom prayers were offered during the past year.
This is a one-day volunteer opportunity and only requires that you give time on Monday, April 1 to deliver the Easter flowers to parishioners. Volunteers are asked to arrive at the Parish Hall between 9–10 a.m. The list of recipients will be sorted by neighborhood and zip code. Kim Pieratt, our Parish Administrator, will prepare the delivery tag which will include the name, address and telephone for each of the recipients. We suggest you call the recipient before leaving the church to let them know you will be delivering an Easter flower to them and ask where you should leave the flower. If you would like to volunteer for this task, please call or email Kim Pieratt (kpieratt@calvarypgh.org or 412.661.0120, ext. 111). If you have any questions, please contact the Rev. Cameron Soulis (csoulis@calvarypgh.org or 412.661.0120, ext. 123).
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A Priest and a Rabbi Walk Into a Classroom | |
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There will not be a class
on Easter Sunday.
Rabbi Aaron Bisno and the Rev. Jonathon Jensen will continue to teach a class together. We will focus on the great stories of Judaism in the Book of Genesis. The classes will be in person in McClintic Hall, also known as the choir room, on Sundays at 10 a.m. Sessions are recorded and available on Calvary’s YouTube page. All are welcome to attend.
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Please note: There will be NO Faith Formation or Children’s
Liturgy of the Word (CLW) on Easter Sunday, March 31.
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Open for the Noon Service on Good Friday and on Easter Sunday from 8:45 a.m.. to 12:30 p.m. Details at
https://www.calvarypgh.org/the-nursery
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Easter Egg Hunt
Bring Your Baskets! Children of all ages are invited to find eggs hidden in the Swan Garden and adjoining courtyard. All are welcome!
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Faith Formation Highlights | |
Last week, the Faith Formation students prepared for the celebration of the Risen Christ. Miss Elsa's class discussed The Last Supper within the broader theme of the Paschal Mystery. The lesson focused on the pivotal moment when Jesus instituted the Eucharist during his last Passover meal with his disciples, emphasizing the significance of the new covenant. The presentation helped deepen the understanding of the Eucharist as a memorial of Christ's death and resurrection, preparing them for a more profound participation in the Easter celebrations. The lesson also included a taste of bread and grape juice, fostering a continued discussion of what it might have been like to eat this meal with Jesus in the Upper Room. | |
The older students had a busy morning which included baking a large batch of “resurrection rolls” and then sharing them with the younger group along with a beautifully presented overview of Holy Week. It was truly inspiring to see the older students take on the role of mentors, sharing the profound events of the last days of Jesus with such care and reverence. Afterward, the sweet cinnamon resurrection rolls were enjoyed by all. | |
Children’s Liturgy of the Word on Palm Sunday was especially exciting. After hearing the story of Easter read aloud, the group engaged in a reflective discussion about the events leading up to the death and resurrection of Christ. | |
A model of the City of Jerusalem helped reinforce the historical aspects of the Triduum and seeing the recently sprouted seeds planted during last week’s class served inspired a deep sense of awe. Just as a seed must be buried in the ground before it can break through the soil in a burst of growth, Christ's resurrection signifies the triumph of life over death, light over darkness. Alleluia! | |
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Bishop’s Visit to Calvary
We will welcome our Bishop, The Right Reverend Dr. Ketlen A. Solak, on Sunday, April 7. She will preach and preside at the 8, 9, and 11 o’clock services, with Confirmation, Reception, and Reaffirmation offered at 11. Join us for a festive coffee hour after the 11 o’clock service.
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On Sunday, April 7, the Choir offers a service of Evensong at 5 p.m. Evensong is the musical version of Evening Prayer, a rite that has been in the Anglican and Episcopal Books of Common Prayer for as long as such books have existed. Sung psalms and prayers, scriptural readings, and two canticles from the Gospel of St Luke form most of the service, with other choral music to suit the occasion. On April 7 the canticles are by the great Victorian composer Charles V Stanford, along with a lovely choral song describing Mary Magdalen’s experience at the empty tomb. Please join us! | |
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The Nominating Committee of the Vestry
will receive nominations in the Parlor
for Vestry and Parish Council members
on Sunday, April 14, 2024 after all services.
David Ieong, chair, Jenn DeRosa, Charlie Atwood,
Jean Carr, Mark Rust, and Laura Everhart
are the members of the committee.
The Rector is an ex officio member.
Names may be also be submitted at any time
to members of the Nominating Committee, or by email,
to the chair, David Ieong, at ieongnewton@gmail.com or
the Rector at jjensen@calvarypgh.org.
The relevant by-laws regarding the annual meeting
and nominating committee will be
posted on the bulletin board and may be viewed HERE
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The 169th Annual Parish Meeting
of Calvary Church will be held
on Sunday, May 19, 2024
at 10 a.m., in the Parish Hall
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Evening Prayer on Mondays and Thursdays will continue through the Easter Season, beginning on Thursday, April 4. We will meet each Monday and Thursday through May 23 at 6 p.m. in the Lady Chapel. (The only exception is Ascension Day, Thursday, May 9, when Evensong will be offered at 7:30 p.m.). Please join us!
Praying at certain points of the day has its origins in Judaism and was practiced in the early church and monastic traditions. Evening Prayer is derived from the monastic prayer services and is one of the Daily Offices found in our Book of Common Prayer. The service of Evening Prayer is about 20 minutes long and includes Psalms, Scripture, and Prayers for the day (but no sermon or music).
If you have questions or are interested in helping to lead this service, please contact Steve Shandor (steve.shandor@gmail.com) or Michael Salmon (oriolefish@gmail.com).
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The Bookstore will be closed on Easter Sunday, but will be open Wednesday, April 3 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Contact the Bookstore at 412.661.0120 ext. 133 (please leave a message) or email at bookstore@calvarypgh.org and we will call you back. Cash, check, Discover®, MasterCard®, and Visa® along with touch-free payments are accepted. | |
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You can support the Calvary Bookstore both in-person and now online. Instead of using Amazon to find any books that you are interested in, please turn to Bookshop.org, type zip code 15206 in the Bookstore Near Me box, click on Calvary Bookstore, then the red Support this Shop! box. You will be taken to the Calvary Bookstore homepage on their site where you will find suggested readings. You can also use the search bar to find most any book your heart desires. The books will be sent directly to you.
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Spiritual Reflection –
Kate Bowler
Adult spiritual formation may be described as the step-by-step discovery of God’s presence in our lives and our personal transformation along the way. Calvary’s Spiritual Reflection meetings continue to be a regular and familiar forum for small group sharing and prayer.
For this term we use Kate Bowler’s Good Enough. Bowler is a Duke religion professor best known for her book, Everything Happens for a Reason (and other lies I've loved), written after her Stage IV cancer diagnosis at age 35. Good Enough is a collection of devotionals and prayers "overflowing with grace, good humor and clear-eyed counsel," says one reviewer.
Meetings are held in the Evans Room from 7-8 p.m. on the first and third Tuesday evening of each month. The meetings are hybrid, allowing “in person” conversation while others join remotely using Zoom. Our next meeting date is April 2.
Email Matt Muldoon (mattmuldoon@msn.com) or Sondra Krimmel (sskrimmel@gmail.com) for information or to be added to the email list. Please feel welcome to join us at any time.
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The Parish Council is hosting the second annual Finish Line Party after the 5 p.m. May 5 Marathon Sunday service. This party will provide a chance for parishioners from all services to meet and celebrate Calvary. We will ask folks to bring a cold appetizer for eight to share as we chat and play. Bring a Kentucky Derby Hat - or fascinator - to join the parade! More details to come. | |
The Contemplative Prayer group meets for silent prayer and reflection, both in person and on Zoom Mondays at 7 p.m. in the Evans Room. For more info and a Zoom invitation, contact Lucy Weingartner at lweingartner20@gmail.com | |
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The "Big Nosh" Jewish Food Festival is April 7 to 9, from 3 to 8 pm each day, at Beth Shalom (corner of Shady and Beacon). It's a fundraiser for the Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle.
Homepage - Big Nosh Jewish Food Festival
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Temple Sinai Hosts Deadly by Design:
A Presentation About Gun Violence Prevention
Temple Sinai and RAC- PA, the Pennsylvania chapter of the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism, in partnership with CeaseFirePA, will host a screening about gun violence in Pennsylvania and opportunities for prevention on Sunday, April 28 from 1-2:30 p.m. It is free and open to the public. To register, please visit: https://RAC.org/DBD The presentation will take place at Temple Sinai, 5500 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217.
Deadly by Design will share stories of Pennsylvanians who have experienced losses due to gun violence. Those individuals believe that the best way to save the next life is to address the gaps in Pennsylvania laws. The program will discuss Extreme Risk Protection Orders and Universal Background Checks, two bills that have been passed by the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and await consideration by the Pennsylvania Senate. The presentation will conclude with an opportunity to share personal experiences and feelings about gun violence.
Temple Sinai is a Reform Jewish congregation located in Squirrel Hill. Founded in 1947, it is committed to bringing justice and compassion to the world.
RAC-PA is the Pennsylvania arm of the national Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism. Since its inception in 2020, it has mobilized congregations across the state to take nonpartisan action around the issues of voter education, redistricting, and get-out-the-vote efforts.
CeaseFirePA Education Fund is a 501(c)3 organization that builds awareness about the impacts of gun violence in Pennsylvania by lifting up the voices of survivors and analyzing data on the drivers of violence in the Commonwealth.
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2024 Sacred Ground Dates Announced
Sacred Ground is part of the Beloved Community Initiative, the Episcopal Church’s long-term commitment to racial healing, reconciliation, and justice in our personal lives, our ministries, and our society.
There will be sessions of Sacred Ground going on at various locations throughout the Diocese of Pittsburgh this year. Please encourage friends, family, fellow parishioners and other congregations or faith based groups to participate.
There are some very positive changes to Level 1 based on feedback from the surveys from participants. This will give us time to implement some of the new initiatives (less readings, more up to date articles, more discussion time, and only 8 sessions). We are also adding a "Sacred Ground" Level 2 for those who took Sacred Ground and want a deeper dive into the content, more research and/or more action oriented programming. The level 2 sessions consist of 6 sessions.
New Level 1 Session for Sacred Ground on Tuesdays at St. Thomas Church, Oakmont, at 6 p.m. Dinner will be provided.
New Level 2 Sacred Ground Sessions on Thursdays at St. Thomas Church, Oakmont, at 6 p.m. Dinner will be provided.
New Level 2 Sacred Ground Sessions on Wednesdays, April 3 - May 8, 2024 in the Conference Room at Calvary Church, East Liberty, at 6 p.m. Dinner will be provided.
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Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
AA: Alcoholics Anonymous; CYAM: Calvary Young Adult Ministry;
ESL: English as a Second Language
Friday March 29, 2024
Good Friday
The Church offices will close at Noon
11:00 a.m. Choir Call
11:45 a.m. Nursery open
12:00 p.m. Good Friday Liturgy
1:30 p.m. Church open for Meditation
6:30 p.m. Choir Call
7:30 p.m. Good Friday Liturgy
Saturday March 30, 2024
Holy Saturday
8:30 a.m. Flower Arranging
4:00 p.m. Egg Hunt Preparation
7:00 p.m. Choir Call
8:00 p.m. Easter Vigil
Sunday March 31, 2024
The Sunday of the Resurrection: EASTER DAY
The Holy Eucharist at 8, 9, and 11 a.m.
8:00 a.m. Choir Warm-Up
No Christian Formation Classes this day
10:00 a.m. Choir/Clergy Breakfast
10:15 a.m. Egg Hunt in Swan Garden
Monday April 1, 2024
Monday in Easter Week
The Church offices will be closed this day
9:00 a.m. Easter Flower Delivery
Tuesday April 2, 2024
Tuesday in Easter Week
7:00 p.m. AA Meeting
7:00 p.m. Spiritual Reflection
7:30 p.m. Architectural History Committee
Wednesday April 3, 2024
Wednesday in Easter Week
9:00 a.m. Wednesday Workspace at Calvary
10:00 a.m. ESL Conversation Class
12:00 p.m. Holy Eucharist
4:00 p.m. Chatham Baroque Executive Board Meeting
6:00 p.m. Sacred Ground Level 2
6:00 p.m. Interlude Group
7:00 p.m. East Liberty Valley Historical Society Lecture
Thursday April 4, 2024
Thursday in Easter Week
6:00 p.m. Evening Prayer
6:30 p.m. Mahjong
7:00 p.m. Choir Rehearsal
7:00 p.m. Shadyside Dems
Friday April 5, 2024
Friday in Easter Week
Agape Deadline
Saturday April 6, 2024
Saturday in Easter Week
9:00 a.m. Standing Committee Interview Day
11:00 a.m. Jean Tuthill Funeral
Sunday April 7, 2024
The Second Sunday of Easter
The Holy Eucharist at 8, 9, and 11 a.m.
10:00 a.m. Children/Youth Christian Formation
10:00 a.m. Priest/Rabbi Class
10:00 a.m. Gospel and Breakfast (GAB)
10:00 a.m. Bishop Meets with Confirmands
10:00 a.m. Choir Warm-up
12:00 p.m. Festive Coffee Hour
3:30 p.m. Choir Warm-up
5:00 p.m. Evensong
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An archive of the past months weekly email blasts
may be viewed on the Calvary website at
www.calvarypgh.org
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