NAMI Adult Forum
2026-06-14 09:30 - 10:15 (America/Chicago) | Calvary Episcopal Church, 111 Third Avenue SW, Rochester, MN, 55902
Join us between services on June 14 for an adult forum featuring Megan Toney from the National Alliance on Mental Illness.

Summer Choir
2026-06-14 09:45 - 10:30 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 111 Third Avenue SW, Rochester, MN, 55902
As the program year comes to an end, Motet Choir rehearsals pause for the summer. Summer choir begins on Sunday, June 14. We will meet at 9:45 am on Sunday mornings in the choir room and put together an easy anthem for service. If you have been interested in joining choir, the summer is a great time to try singing!
Email Travis Whaley at music@calvary-rochester.org if you have interest in singing this summer so that a folder can be prepared for you.

Breakfast with the Graduates
2026-06-21 09:15 - 10:30 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 111 Third Avenue SW, Rochester, MN, 55902
Please join us for breakfast on Sunday, June 21, from 9:15 to 10:30 a.m. to honor our 2026 high school graduates. June 21st is also Father’s Day, so we will be celebrating Calvary dads, too. We will be in Brackenridge Hall, and our breakfast will feature mini quiches, fruit, and croissants. As always, we will have gluten-free options available.
All Calvary members and friends are invited! Please come even if you are not related to a grad or a dad. There is a sign-up sheet in Brackenridge, or use this link to sign up online.

Lay Weeders
2026-07-10 09:00 - 11:00 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 111 Third Avenue SW, Rochester, MN, 55902
We gather to tend Calvary’s Oasis garden (watering, weeding, trimming, etc) each Friday morning from 9:00 am to 11:00 am through August. All are welcome to join in – no reservation or gardening skill required. Come once in a while or come every week, just as you like. I can also set up an evening time if any non-retirees would like to join in.
Questions? Contact Joan Rabe at 507-269-3162 or joan.rabe@icloud.com.

Summer Service in Old Frontenac
2026-07-12 09:30 - 10:30 | Christ Episcopal Church, Old Frontenac, 29036 Westervelt Ave Way W, Frontenac, MN, 55026, United States
Calvary’s congregation is once again invited to worship at Christ Church in Old Frontenac in the beauty of their outdoor worship space, Wakondiota Hillside Chapel, on Sunday, July 12.

The Rev. Paul Ehling will host, celebrate, and preach. Christ Church’s congregation is inviting Rochester parishes along with the river community parishes for this annual and beloved all-parish community time. The service begins at 9:30 am and all are invited to bring a dish to share at the potluck lunch in their parish house after the service. Last year, several Calvary members stayed after lunch to hike in the area, visit Lake Pepin, and even camp!

Services will be held at Calvary at our usual times that day as well, but if you would like to join in the event at Christ Church, please do!

Soldiers Field Waterpark
2026-07-26 13:00 - 16:00 | MN
On Sunday, July 26, all of the kids at Calvary are having a meet-up at Soldier’s Field Waterpark! All Calvary families are welcome to join in the fun. We will see you there from 1- 4 p.m. No need to RSVP; just buy your tickets at the desk and see us inside!

Dorothy Day House Cooking
2026-08-05 16:00 - 19:00 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 111 Third Avenue SW, Rochester, MN, 55902
On August 5th, 2026, the middle and high schoolers are invited to cook supper for the residents at Dorothy Day House from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. We will be making leek and potato soup, bunwiches, salad, and dessert. Please RSVP to Michelle at faithformation@calvary-rochester.org if your tween or teen is planning on participating.

Security Town Hall and Breakfast
2026-08-08 09:00 - 12:00 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 111 Third Avenue SW, Rochester, MN, 55902
Calvary is in the process of ramping up our safety and security measures to keep parishioners, visitors, and staff safe. We will host the Rev. Tim Kingsley of Kingswood Security on August 8 and 9. He will speak on Saturday morning to really get us thinking about how we make Calvary welcoming, safe, and secure. Tim will also be our guest preacher on Sunday, August 9. Tim is an engaging speaker with a wealth of information. Don’t miss this informative and transformational event! Sign up in Brackenridge or use this link for food planning.
About Tim Kingsley: The Rev. Timothy M. Kingsley serves as the director of logistics and global risk for the General Convention of The Episcopal Church, where he oversees the planning and coordination of logistics, operations, organizational resilience, risk management, and emergency preparedness for the church’s governing body and major events and is a resource to the bishops and executives of The Episcopal Church. Tim is an Episcopal priest with more than 35 years of leadership experience in public safety, emergency management, security operations, and pastoral ministry. A United States Navy veteran, he has served in executive public safety positions, including chief of public safety at Teachers College, Columbia University, and has advised faith communities, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations on organizational resilience, behavioral threat assessment and management, crisis response, and all-hazards emergency planning. Before joining the General Convention Office, Tim served as provost of Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where he provided strategic leadership for worship, operations, pastoral care, and community engagement. Throughout his ministry, he has sought to integrate faithful leadership with practical preparedness, helping organizations create environments that are both welcoming and resilient. Tim continues to collaborate with local, state, and federal public safety partners and serves as a law enforcement chaplain. His work focuses on strengthening the church’s operational readiness while supporting a culture of hospitality, safety, and faithful service. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Tim enjoys spending time with his family, mentoring leaders, traveling, and exploring the intersection of faith, leadership, and organizational resilience.

New Acolyte Training
2026-08-09 12:15 - 13:30 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 111 Third Avenue SW, Rochester, MN, 55902
The next training for new acolytes – children and adults – will be Sunday, August 9, at 12:15 pm. This is a wonderful ministry for anyone tall enough to carry a candle(!), and anyone interested in our liturgy and this very special way to serve God and the church. If you are interested or have any questions, please contact the rector, rector@calvary-rochester.org, or John Winter, acolyte master, at jwinter5361@gmail.com.

Lunch will be provided in the Menefee Room, and we will have training in the church.

Vestry Forum
2026-08-23 09:30 - 10:20 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 111 Third Avenue SW, Rochester, MN, 55902
Please join us for the next Vestry Forum on Sunday, August 23 rd from 9:30-10:20am in Crawford Hall. We will welcome Sam Gill from Mayo to give us an update and have Vestry members available to fill us in on all that has been happening this summer!

Blessing of the Backpacks!
2026-08-23 10:30 - 11:30 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 111 Third Avenue SW, Rochester, MN, 55902
All children – nursery school age to High school Seniors, are invited to bring their school backpacks to the 10:30 service on August 23 to receive a blessing as they prepare for the new school year. And…all adults are invited to bring a symbol of their work – briefcase, stethoscope, garden trowel, wooden spoons, cell phone – any symbol of the work that God has given you to do – we will bless you and that work along with giving God thanks for God’s blessings.

Faith Formation Team Meeting
2026-08-23 11:30 - 12:30 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 111 Third Avenue SW, Rochester, MN, 55902
As we near the beginning of the school year, Michelle McKean, Director of Children and Youth Formation, will host a Faith Formation team meeting on August 23, 2026 after the second service to ensure we are ready for an exciting year!
If you are a returning teacher or are interested in joining our enjoyable and dynamic team, please email Michelle to RSVP and plan on attending this meeting!

Horseback Riding
2026-08-29 11:00 - 12:00 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 111 Third Avenue SW, Rochester, MN, 55902
The middle and high schoolers at Calvary will go for a trail ride at Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch on August 29 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 pm. We are limited to eight spots on a first-come, first-served basis, so please let us know ASAP if you plan to attend to reserve your spot! The cost is $25; however, sponsorships are available if necessary.
New to Calvary? No problem! This is a great opportunity to get to know others your age, and we would love to get to know you better as well! Contact Michelle at faithformation@calvary-rochester.org with any questions or to RSVP.

Formation Registration
2026-08-30 09:15 - 10:30 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 111 Third Avenue SW, Rochester, MN, 55902
Please join us on August 30, 2026 between the services from 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. for Formation Registration. It is earlier than usual this year so please note this on your calendars!
Registration will be held DOWNSTAIRS in the Faith Formation area so that the kids get a chance to meet their teachers for the year and review some basic safety instructions. A smoothie bar will be provided.
We look forward to seeing you there and are excited about the coming Formation Year!

Help with a Meal at the San Jose Obrero Mission
2026-09-06 13:30 - 20:00 | San Jose Obrero Mission, Montgomery, MN, United States
The San Jose Obrero Mission is a long-standing diocesan tradition of celebrating the eucharist and providing a meal with migrant workers in Montgomery, MN. Calvary and St. Luke’s will be collaborating on this mission again this year. We need your help to make it a success like it has been in the past!
When:
Sunday, September 6, 2026
Leave St. Luke’s upper parking lot at 1:30 PM
We serve 2 meals (4:15 and 6:15)
We worship with the guests at either of the services between meals.
We clean up and head home.
We Need:
Individuals and families to join us on 9/6.
Donations of whole fresh fruits, desserts, bottled water and beverages, and cold side dishes.
What to Know:
Please sign up to donate and volunteer. It helps us keep track of what we will be bringing and what else we need to supply.
If you have any questions, please call Colleen Spillers.
Thank you for supporting Episcopal Mission and Outreach efforts!

The Fifth Annual Great Calvary Pie Bake-Off
2026-09-20 09:30 - 10:00 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 111 Third Avenue SW, Rochester, MN, 55902
Come one, come all! The fifth annual Great Calvary Pie Bake-Off returns on September 20. All homemade pies baked by Calvary parishioners are welcome — there’s no age limit for bakers, so let the baking begin!
The Greatest 2026 Pie Baker at Calvary will be crowned in the courtyard following the picnic, and everyone will get to sample the delicious fruits of our bakers’ labor.
The Rules

Your pie must be homemade by you — that’s the only rule!
Deliver your pie to the kitchen by 10:00 AM, with your name written on the bottom of the pie plate.
Judging begins promptly at 10:00 AM to give our panel of celebrity judges time to finish before the 10:30 service — please don’t be late!
Gluten-free pies will be judged in their own separate category.

All Parish Picnic
2026-09-20 11:30 - 13:00 | Calvary Episcopal Church, 111 Third Avenue SW, Rochester, MN, 55902
The picnic is back! Join us in the courtyard (Brackenridge Hall in case of inclement weather) following the 10:30 service on September 20.
We’ll once again serve boxed lunches featuring sandwiches, potato salad, chips, and an apple. Turkey, ham, and veggie sandwiches are served on croissants — when you sign up, choose the gluten-free option if you’d like a GF croissant.
While you picnic, enjoy live music by Bob Schlief and homemade pie for dessert!
Bring a lawn chair for yourself, and an extra to share if you’re able.
Cost & Donations
Each boxed lunch costs $14. We’d appreciate a donation to help cover the cost — a donation box will be available the day of the picnic, or you can give via the QR code found in the Bulletin, Visitor, or Brackenridge Hall.
How to Sign Up

Sign up online here.
Sign up in person in Brackenridge Hall
Contact Cindy Heins

Sign-up deadline: Sunday, September 14

Fall Zoom Bible Study: Ways to Study Scripture
2026-10-05 19:00 - 20:00 | Online
This fall, Calvary will offer a Zoom Bible study on Mondays from Oct 5 through Nov 23, meeting from 07:00 PM–08:00 PM. The group will begin with a practical refresher on ways to study Scripture and then turn to the appointed readings from the Gospel according to Matthew for the Sundays ahead. This is a good fit for anyone who wants to read more deeply, ask questions, and join a steady rhythm of study with others from the parish. To take part, email Rev. Beth at rector@calvary-rochester.org or call the church at 507-282-9429.
