On December 9th at 4pm, The Parish of Calvary-St. George’s will host our New York City tradition: A Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols. The historic St. George’s Church on Stuyvesant Square will once again be the magnificent setting for this service and a gift to our city. Join us in singing classic carols with 1,000 of your closest friends. The Parish Choir and Orchestra, will also present classical christmas favorites, and new compositions as well.

Many linguists believe the word “carol” derives from the Greek “Kyrie Eleison” (Lord have mercy upon us). Candlelight through lessons & carols gives us a chance to recall the merciful acts of God and reorient our lives to that mercy working through us, loving others as he has loved all of us.

This service will begin at 4:00 p.m., with a prelude at 3:40 p.m.

These short lectures take place in the from of St. George’s Church right after the service over snacks and coffee. The time commitment is small, but the takeaways are large. This fall’s theme is, The Spiritual and Emotional Journey.

On December 6 we’ll resume our series “Sunday Saints” where Rev. Jim Munroe, will give a brief presentation about a pillar of the Christian faith.

We're proud to once again present the Christmas Tableau on Tuesday, December 4thth at Calvary Church, at 6:30 p.m. Join the children of the parish for a costumed retelling of the Christmas story. All children are invited to participate, please arrive for costuming no later than 6:00 p.m.

Following the Tableau, join us for the Parish Christmas Party in Anderson Hall. This year’s party will be a Chili Cookoff. We’re encouraging all parishioners to bring chili to share, and the church will provide the toppings. Vote for your winner as we crown this year’s Chili Champion. The party will also offer crafts and games for kids, as well as a carol sing along.

Join us for a very special Forum on Dec. 2nd at a new time of 6pm! We’ll host Special Guest Mr. Andrew J. Newell, D. Phil who will present an engaging lecture on Hymnody.

This Fall, The Forum will take an in-depth look at the essential elements of the Christian life. The simple and recognizable things that make us a part of the Christian community are often shrouded in mystery. This course will explore Baptism, the Eucharist, the Bible, and Prayer in a rigorous, accessible, and devotional way. Join us for the talks and a free lunch.

Join us as we say goodbye to The Rev. Jay Gardner, in a special rception following the 11am service at Calvary Church. Jay has been called to be the next rector of Grace Episcopal Church in Cullman, Alabama.

Jay will preach at all the services and, after the 11 A.M. service, we’ll gather in Anderson Hall. If you would like to contribute to the party and/or a farewell gift, please call the church office on 646-723-4178 and speak to Laurel.

Jay, and his wife Paige, came to us in the fall of 2016 from Birmingham, Alabama as a Wisdom Year Student at The General Theological Seminary. Both Jay and Paige fit this parish like an old coat. So in May of 2017, I invited Jay to join our clergy staff and help us continue our strong work with the families of this parish. Hence, many of you have a deep connection with the Gardners. Jay was ordained a presbyter at St. George’s Chapel, the first ordination in the parish since my own in 2006, and in January of 2018, they became a young family and added their son Will to the fold. Jay, Paige, and Will have been a huge blessing to Calvary-St. George’s and so my heart is heavy as we bid them farewell and they begin the next chapter of their ministry.

Jay will preach at all the services and, after the 11 A.M. service, we will have a special reception for him in Anderson Hall. If you would like to contribute to the party and/or a farewell gift, which I am planning, please call the church office on 646-723-4178 and speak to Laurel.

These short lectures take place in the from of St. George’s Church right after the service over snacks and coffee. The time commitment is small, but the takeaways are large. This fall’s theme is, The Spiritual and Emotional Journey.

On December 2, we’ll resume our series “Sunday Saints” where Rev. Ben DeHart, will give a brief presentation about a pillar of the Christian faith.

Calvary To Be Lit Red In Support of Persecuted Christians

As a call to stand up for religious freedom, Calvary Church will light its outside façade in red on Nov. 28th

The first church in New York City to join the Red Wednesday Campaign, it’s hope is to bring awareness of the persecution of Christians. This symbolic gesture will commence with a worship service on Wednesday, November 28th at 6:30 PM at the Park Avenue South & 21st Street address. 

Started in 2016, the Red Wednesday Campaign began as a United Kingdom initiative, then spread to other parts of Europe and Brazil. Facades that have been illuminated in red include Westminster Abbey, Westminster Cathedral, Houses of Parliament and Oxford University, all in England. Also lit up have been the Fontana de Trevi in Italy, Sacred Heart Basilica in France and Christ the Redeemer statue in Brazil.

“Most people don’t realize that Christians continue to be the most persecuted faith group in the world. We invite all New Yorkers to join us and take a stand for religious freedom,” stated the Rev. Jacob Smith, Rector of Calvary-St. George’s Parish. “And what better color to use than the color red, the Christian color of martyrdom.”

Last year, 215 million Christians experienced high or extreme levels of persecution in the 50 countries where it’s most difficult to openly follow Jesus Christ. These Christians often face beatings, abductions, rape, torture, forced marriages and death.

The Wednesday evening service will take up a collection for the Take Action for Persecuted Christians group sponsored by the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association. The spotlighting of the church will follow the service. All are welcome. #RedWednesday

Bring a friend for a celebration of our class. We’ll look ahead to our next session this spring, and tell them how they can get involved.

All curious minds are welcome to join us for a session of the FUNDAMENTALS. The course is designed for those seeking truth and meaning in the city of New York and beyond.  The course will include a complimentary meal, a provocative talk and a discussion. 

What an evening looks like...

We'll gather at 6pm for refreshments and conversation, then at 6:30pm dinner is served. At 7:30pm the Reverend Jacob A. Smith will present a talk on a theological topic: a tenant of the christian faith. We'll finish up the evening with dessert and conversation at 8pm and end the evening at 8:45.

Join us to discover a deeper understanding of where you end and God begins. 

This course is free, but you need to register to be a part of it. Contact: info@calstg.org

Join us in the Chapel of The Holy Cross in Calvary Church for a screening of the classic film The Royal Tenenbaums. Doors open at 7pm and the movie begins at 8pm. Feel free to bring a snack or drink to share. Enter through the door at 61 Gramercy Park North.

We hope you consider joining us at our Thanksgiving service on Thursday, November 22 at 10:30 a.m. in St.George’s Chapel. It is a full service with sermon and communion. 

There will be no Thursday Healing Service on Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 22. 
 

All curious minds are welcome to join us for a session of the FUNDAMENTALS. The course is designed for those seeking truth and meaning in the city of New York and beyond.  The course will include a complimentary meal, a provocative talk and a discussion. 

What an evening looks like...

We'll gather at 6pm  for refreshments and conversation, then at 6:30pm dinner is served. At 7:30pm the Reverend Jacob A. Smith will present a talk on a theological topic: a tenant of the christian faith. We'll finish up the evening with dessert and conversation at 8pm and end the evening at 8:45.

Join us to discover a deeper understanding of where you end and God begins. 

This course is free, but you need to register to be a part of it. Contact: info@calstg.org

Join The Rev. Jay Gardner for an evening discussion of gracious parenting. We’ll take a look at how our Theology of Grace impacts our day to day interactions with our children.

All curious minds are welcome to join us for a session of the FUNDAMENTALS. The course is designed for those seeking truth and meaning in the city of New York and beyond.  The course will include a complimentary meal, a provocative talk and a discussion. 

What an evening looks like...

We'll gather at 6pm  for refreshments and conversation, then at 6:30pm dinner is served. At 7:30pm the Reverend Jacob A. Smith will present a talk on a theological topic: a tenant of the christian faith. We'll finish up the evening with dessert and conversation at 8pm and end the evening at 8:45.

Join us to discover a deeper understanding of where you end and God begins. 

This course is free, but you need to register to be a part of it. Contact: info@calstg.org

This Fall, The Forum will take an in-depth look at the essential elements of the Christian life. The simple and recognizable things that make us a part of the Christian community are often shrouded in mystery. This course will explore Baptism, the Eucharist, the Bible, and Prayer in a rigorous, accessible, and devotional way. Join us for the talks and a free lunch.

November 11  |  On Contemplative Prayer for Theologians of the Cross
     presented by Ms. Kris Vieira

The Parish is proud to once again partner with our neighbors at the Brotherhood Synagogue for our bi-annual Joint Bible Study. Join us for fellowship, lively discussion, and a light lunch as the continue our interfaith dialogue.

All curious minds are welcome to join us for a session of the FUNDAMENTALS. The course is designed for those seeking truth and meaning in the city of New York and beyond.  The course will include a complimentary meal, a provocative talk and a discussion. 

What an evening looks like...

We'll gather at 6pm  for refreshments and conversation, then at 6:30pm dinner is served. At 7:30pm the Reverend Jacob A. Smith will present a talk on a theological topic: a tenant of the christian faith. We'll finish up the evening with dessert and conversation at 8pm and end the evening at 8:45.

Join us to discover a deeper understanding of where you end and God begins. 

This course is free, but you need to register to be a part of it. Contact: info@calstg.org

This Fall, The Forum will take an in-depth look at the essential elements of the Christian life. The simple and recognizable things that make us a part of the Christian community are often shrouded in mystery. This course will explore Baptism, the Eucharist, the Bible, and Prayer in a rigorous, accessible, and devotional way. Join us for the talks and a free lunch.

November 4  |  Special Guest Lecture
     presented by The Very Rev. Dr. Ian Markham

Join us in Anderson Hall for Family Game Night: a chance to meet other families in the parish and relax over some classic games. 

RSVP now - click here to e-mail us you'll be there!

The Parish is proud to once again partner with our neighbors at the Brotherhood Synagogue for our bi-annual Joint Bible Study. Join us for fellowship, lively discussion, and a light lunch as the continue our interfaith dialogue.

All curious minds are welcome to join us for a session of the FUNDAMENTALS. The course is designed for those seeking truth and meaning in the city of New York and beyond.  The course will include a complimentary meal, a provocative talk and a discussion. 

What an evening looks like...

We'll gather at 6pm  for refreshments and conversation, then at 6:30pm dinner is served. At 7:30pm the Reverend Jacob A. Smith will present a talk on a theological topic: a tenant of the christian faith. We'll finish up the evening with dessert and conversation at 8pm and end the evening at 8:45.

Join us to discover a deeper understanding of where you end and God begins. 

This course is free, but you need to register to be a part of it. Contact: info@calstg.org

This Fall, The Forum will take an in-depth look at the essential elements of the Christian life. The simple and recognizable things that make us a part of the Christian community are often shrouded in mystery. This course will explore Baptism, the Eucharist, the Bible, and Prayer in a rigorous, accessible, and devotional way. Join us for the talks and a free lunch.

October 28  |  Being Christian:  Prayer
        presented by The Rev. Ben DeHart

The Parish is proud to once again partner with our neighbors at the Brotherhood Synagogue for our bi-annual Joint Bible Study. Join us for fellowship, lively discussion, and a light lunch as the continue our interfaith dialogue.

All curious minds are welcome to join us for a session of the FUNDAMENTALS. The course is designed for those seeking truth and meaning in the city of New York and beyond.  The course will include a complimentary meal, a provocative talk and a discussion. 

What an evening looks like...

We'll gather at 6pm  for refreshments and conversation, then at 6:30pm dinner is served. At 7:30pm the Reverend Jacob A. Smith will present a talk on a theological topic: a tenant of the christian faith. We'll finish up the evening with dessert and conversation at 8pm and end the evening at 8:45.

Join us to discover a deeper understanding of where you end and God begins. 

This course is free, but you need to register to be a part of it. Contact: info@calstg.org

This Fall, The Forum will take an in-depth look at the essential elements of the Christian life. The simple and recognizable things that make us a part of the Christian community are often shrouded in mystery. This course will explore Baptism, the Eucharist, the Bible, and Prayer in a rigorous, accessible, and devotional way. Join us for the talks and a free lunch.

October 21  |  Being Christian:  Bible
        presented by The Rev. Ben DeHart

The Office Party is an absurdist play and comedy by Vaclav Havel about what happens when language loses its meaning to the point of incomprehension. It's a particularly relevant subject in our current state of media and public discourse.

Officials of the Offices for Opening are at war with those from the Offices for Closing. Hugo Pludek, caught in the middle of their power struggle, is entrusted with a special task: to build a new office for 'The Central Commission for Opening and Closing'.

This event is suggested donation of $15.

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Senior Ministry Luncheon

Our monthly senior ministry luncheons feature delicious food, lively conversation and a blessed little thought from one of our clergy. Open to all seniors and retirees.

The Parish is proud to once again partner with our neighbors at the Brotherhood Synagogue for our bi-annual Joint Bible Study. Join us for fellowship, lively discussion, and a light lunch as the continue our interfaith dialogue.

All curious minds are welcome to join us for a session of the FUNDAMENTALS. The course is designed for those seeking truth and meaning in the city of New York and beyond.  The course will include a complimentary meal, a provocative talk and a discussion. 

What an evening looks like...

We'll gather at 6pm  for refreshments and conversation, then at 6:30pm dinner is served. At 7:30pm the Reverend Jacob A. Smith will present a talk on a theological topic: a tenant of the christian faith. We'll finish up the evening with dessert and conversation at 8pm and end the evening at 8:45.

Join us to discover a deeper understanding of where you end and God begins. 

This course is free, but you need to register to be a part of it. Contact: info@calstg.org