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Sunday, March 2, 2025
The Last Sunday after the Epiphany
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 in the Church,
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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Ash Wednesday: March 5
The Holy Eucharist, Rite II, will be celebrated at
7 a.m., Noon, and 7:30 p.m.
Imposition of Ashes at all services
Ashes To Go will be available at 12:15 p.m.
at the front steps on Shady Avenue,
and at 6 p.m. in the front driveway circle.
Sundays in Lent
March 9, 16, 23, 30, April 6
The Holy Eucharist, Rite II,
will be celebrated at 8 a.m., 9 a.m., and 11 a.m.
The Great Litany in Procession on March 9 at 11 a.m.
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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, it is with sadness that we share news about the deaths and upcoming funerals of faithful parishioners of Calvary Episcopal Church.
Jean Carver died peacefully on February 13, 2025. A service honoring Jean will be held at Calvary on Saturday, March 1 at 11 a.m. All are welcome to attend.
Nancy Denney died peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on February 19, 2025. A service honoring Nancy will be held at Calvary on Saturday, April 5 at 1 p.m. All are welcome to attend.
Fairfax Seay died peacefully at home on February 23, 2025. Details about a service at Calvary to celebrate her life will be forthcoming.
A service to celebrate the life of Carroll Labarthe will be held on Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 11 a.m. Carroll died on December 7, 2024.
Please join us in holding Jean, Nancy, Fairfax, Carroll, and their families and friends in your prayers.
Rest eternal grant to your servants, Jean, Nancy, Fairfax, and Carroll, 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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Lenten Opportunities
If you are looking for opportunities to enrich your Lenten observance, we have other offerings at Calvary this Lent. All are welcome! For more details, see the individual announcements about these.
Journey with Ruth: A Bible Study, now through the end of Lent on Wednesdays
Inquirer and Adult Confirmation Class, now through the end of Lent, on Wednesdays
Evening Prayer on Mondays and Wednesdays in Lent at 6 p.m. in the Lady Chapel
Lenten Book Study via Zoom, meeting on March 20 and April 1
Additionally, you might choose to use one of these online resources for your daily prayer during Lent.
Episcopal Relief and Development has a set of Lenten Meditations for 2025 by writer Jerusalem Jackson Greer, encouraging us to partake in “A Commonplace Lent.” For more information and to receive the meditations at https://www.episcopalrelief.org/church-in-action/lent/
Living Compass is offering a Lent devotional book, Living Well Through Lent 2025: Cultivating the Fruit of the Spirit in Heart, Soul, Strength, and Mind, which you can download or receive by email for free. For more information and to get the book, visit https://www.livingcompass.org/lent
Lent Madness is a way to learn about some of the amazing people who have come before us in faith and have fun. Thirty-two saints are placed in a tournament-style bracket. Each day participants receive an email about two of the saints and vote for their favorite. The saint receiving the most votes moves on to the next round. Visit https://www.lentmadness.org/ for more information and to sign up.
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The Wednesday Classes began on February 19 and will continue through April 9. It’s not too late to join us! More details about the classes are below. Please email or call Kim Pieratt if you’d like to be part of either class (see her contact information below). Classes meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m., with a shared dinner beforehand at 6:30.
If you are interested in Bible study, curious about how to read and study the Bible, want to know more about women of the Bible, or have questions about the origin of the Old Testament, then Journey with Ruth: A Bible Study is the class for you! We will study the Book of Ruth, using it as a jumping-off point to examine larger themes and history in the Bible. All levels of biblical knowledge are welcome.
If you are a newcomer or new member curious about Calvary and the Episcopal church, the Inquirer and Adult Confirmation Class is for you. If you want to be confirmed or received into the Episcopal Church or reaffirm your baptism, the Inquirer and Adult Confirmation Class is for you. We will delve into church history, liturgy, church polity, the Bible and the creeds, and the purpose of the church.
Classes will meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m., with a shared dinner beforehand at 6:30. Please register for the class for planning purposes. You can register with Kim Pieratt at kpieratt@calvarypgh.org or 412.661.0120.
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Are you looking for a way to fully enter Lent this year? Join this year’s Lenten Book Group. We will read Praying the Stations of the Cross: Finding Hope in a Weary World by Margaret Adams Parker and Katherine Sonderegger. The book includes original artwork by Margaret Adams Parker. The book’s first half explores the Stations of Cross, and the second half includes a meditation on each Station.
The book group will meet twice during Lent via Zoom on Thursday, March 20, and Tuesday, April 1 at 7 p.m. To sign up, please get in touch with Rev. Bonnie-Marie at byagerwiggan@calvarypgh.org. Even if you can only make one session, you are welcome. Copies of the book are available in the Calvary Bookstore with a 10% discount.
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Celebrate Shrove Tuesday with
Pancakes & Fellowship!
Tuesday, March 4, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
$10 per person, $20 per family (Pay at the Door)
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Before we enter the reflective season of Lent, we gather to celebrate Shrove Tuesday. It is a time for fellowship and joy before the solemnity of Lent. Join us for an evening of food, fellowship, and fun as we enjoy pancakes and sausages, plus chicken nuggets for our pickiest eaters. Gluten-free pancakes and sugar-free syrup will also be available.
In addition to a delicious meal, there will be kids’ games and activities:
Pancake Decorating Contest – Get creative with toppings
Decorate a Crown & Mask – Celebrate in Mardi Gras style
Go Fishing in the Duck Pond – A fun game for little ones
We can use some help that evening. If you can be a cashier or oversee the beer/drinks station, please call or email Kim Pieratt (412.661.0120, ext. 111; kpieratt@calvarypgh.org).
Come enjoy this festive tradition as we prepare our hearts for Lent. We look forward to seeing you there!
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The Lenten Series is a weekly program sponsored by the parishes in our district of the Diocese (which encompasses the East End and the immediate eastern suburbs of Pittsburgh). Each Tuesday in Lent one parish in our district will host a simple supper at 6 pm followed by a Eucharist at 7 pm. A different preacher is featured each week. Calvary will be hosting the series on Tuesday, March 11. We need volunteers on that day to help with the dinner – setting up and/or serving, and/or cleaning up. If you can help, please call or email Kim Pieratt (412.661.0120,
ext. 111; kpieratt@calvarypgh.org).
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If you are interested in the service of Evening Prayer (prayers at the end of the day’s work) at Calvary, consider joining a group of parishioners each Monday and Wednesday during the weeks of Lent (starting on Monday, March 10 and going through Wednesday, April 9) at 6 p.m. in The Lady Chapel. The service is about 20 minutes long and includes Psalms, Scripture, and Prayers for the day (but no sermon or music).
Praying at certain points of the day has its origins in Judaism and was practiced in the early church and monastic traditions, and it is one of the Daily Offices found in our Book of Common Prayer.
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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Join us for Evensong at 5 p.m.on
Sunday, March 9 and Sunday, April 6
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Join us on Thursday, March 13 in Levy Hall at
Rodef Shalom, 4905 Fifth Ave., 15213.
Star Trek costumes encouraged.
The Rector will be portraying Mr. Spock!
The Service starts around 6:30 p.m.
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Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLW) at the 11 o'clock service is a special time for children to pray, ask questions, and hear the good news of God’s love. The Sunday scripture readings are proclaimed and explained on a level appropriate to children 4 years and older. Any child in this age group may participate - no registration is necessary.
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Children are invited to gather with adult leaders after the Opening Prayer and process to the Refectory. They return to their families at the time of the Peace. If you are running a little late and miss the beginning of the service, no worries! Drop in and join us in the Refectory. | |
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Calvary’s Calming Corner is a dedicated space designed to support families every Sunday from 8:45 AM – 12:30 PM and during special events. Whether your child needs a sensory break, a quiet moment, or a comfortable spot for nursing or feeding, this peaceful space is available for you.
Location: Level A (Downstairs, next to the Nursery and Faith Formation classrooms)
No registration or payment required.
Parents and guardians must remain with their children at all times.
We invite you to make use of this space whenever you need a moment of peace and comfort.
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Faith Formation Highlights
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Last week in Faith Formation, the students began exploring the Parables of the Kingdom of Heaven with the first lesson: The Merchant and the Pearl of Great Price. We present these parables to young children because they speak to the deep spiritual truths that children can grasp in a way that is unique to their stage of development. For young children who learn through concrete experiences and rich imagery, these parables plant seeds of faith that will grow as they mature. By presenting these parables before Lent, we prepare to enter into the season with hearts open to the themes of repentance, renewal, and the deep love of God that is central to the season.
The students listened to Matthew 13:45-46 and shared their thoughts on what makes the Kingdom of Heaven so precious. We considered the merchant’s joy in giving up everything for the pearl and how we, too, are invited to seek God wholeheartedly.
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The class also enjoyed hands-on activities, including examining pearl-like beads, creating a pearl-in-shell craft, and making beaded bracelets to remind us of our own search for God’s Kingdom. | |
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Looking for a meaningful way to give back? Join us every second Saturday of the month as we prepare and serve a meal for the guests at the East End Cooperative Ministry Shelter.
Next Service Date: Saturday, March 8
● Cooking: 3–5:30 pm in the Calvary Kitchen
● Serving: 6–7:30 pm at East End Cooperative Ministry (EECM), 6140 Station St, 15206
Click HERE to sign up.
Contact zach.rispoli@gmail.com for more information.
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The Rector and Rabbi Aaron Bisno will continue a discussion on the book of Ecclesiastes. Join the class live at 10 a.m. in McClintic Hall. The class is recorded and posted on the Calvary YouTube page. | |
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We are continuing to schedule hosts for coffee hours after the 11 a.m. service. Your group can sponsor a coffee hour by bringing, plating and arranging small sweet and savory snacks. If you are interested, please sign up with Kathy Farrington at farringtonk@me.com or use the sign in the Parish Hall.
Early Service Coffee Connections
We hope you enjoyed the trail to offer simple treats during February for those that attend early services/adult formation. Your feedback is welcome.
- Would you like to see this practice continue?
- Would you like to contribute a sweet or savory plate in the future?
Contact: Wendy Lomicka at wenlom@gmail.com
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As the Bookstore continues to mark its 20th anniversary year - and as we embark on this season of repentance and renewal - we will offer a 20 percent discount throughout March on all devotional aids. These include Anglican rosaries, comfort crosses and devotional books, all items intended to help deepen our prayer lives.
Drop by to browse our selection of Lenten and Easter-themed books as well! If you prefer to shop online you’ll find Bookstore-suggested Lenten and Easter readings on bookshop.org. Among the selections is Laura Alary’s Make Room: A Child’s Guide to Lent and Easter, which teaches kids about Lent by connecting everyday activities with the story of Jesus’ life.
Of course, any book you order on bookshop.org, spiritual or secular, benefits the Bookstore at Calvary. Just type zip code 15206 in the Bookstore Near Me box, click on Calvary Bookstore, then the red Support the Shop! Order any book and a portion of the proceeds will go to the Bookstore.
The Bookstore is open Sundays from 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. If you can’t stop by, call the Bookstore at 412-661-0120, ext. 133 (please leave a message) or email bookstore@calvarypgh.org and we will contact you.
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Spiritual Reflection –
Lost in Wonder
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 “Lost in Wonder: Rediscovering the Spiritual Art of Attentiveness,” by Esther de Waal. A foremost scholar in the Benedictine and Celtic traditions, de Waal has published extensively in both fields. In Lost in Wonder, she uses the everyday circumstances of our lives - the restrictions and frustrations as well as the gifts and opportunities - as our own way to God.
Meetings are held in the Conference 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. Upcoming meeting dates are March 4 and 18.
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 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 | |
What’s coming up in 2025?
2025 is our year of cultivation at Incarnation. We will begin to gather as a group, small but ever-growing, to be formed in community by the presence of God in our midst. These events will also be a way for you to get to know the Episcopal tradition and Incarnation in particular.
Our hope for Incarnation is that it would be a place of welcome and a harbor of spiritual safety for all who are yearning for good news and the deep belonging and abundant life that comes with it. With that in mind, please share this email with anyone who may be interested in taking this journey with us. “Let anyone who is thirsty, come” (Rev 21:6).
Questions? Visit our website or contact the Rev. Deanna Briody at deanna.briody@incarnationbc.org
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Ashes, Fish Fries, and Fasting:
What is Lent All About?
Third Friday in Lent / March 21 / Details to be announced
The Church Year is not something that most people think about on the day to day, but against all odds Lent has become a cultural staple. As we share a Lenten meal together (a twist on the classic fish fry), we’ll explore the theological meaning of Lent and the invitation that Jesus holds out to us through traditional Lenten disciplines.
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How Did We Get Here?
The Origins of the Church, its Shattered Witness,
and its Role in God’s Plan of Salvation
April-May / Meeting weekly for 6 weeks / Details to be announced
One of the most convincing arguments against Christianity is the Church—its division, its abuses, its lack of coherence across denominations. In this course, we will dive into the Church’s origins, uncover its evolution through the centuries, and explore its current state of disrepair. Our goal? To understand the role of the Church in God’s plan of salvation, that we might answer Isaiah’s call to “seek the Lord where he wills to be found” (Isa 55:6).
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By no means should you feel obligated to attend all the meetings, but you are welcome to do so! We are hoping that these meetings at a minimum will provide our office with insight into what you want for the future of Shadyside, the present benefits, challenges, and opportunities facing the neighborhood.
Registration is required and can be done here.
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Architectural historian and ELVHS board member Justin Greenawalt shows how restoring the house next door using materials salvaged from historic buildings, including a window from the recently demolished Shady Avenue Cumberland Presbyterian Church, increases pride of ownership in the entire neighborhood.
COMING UP:
Wednesday, April 2, 7 p.m. – “East Liberty: An American Parable"
Wednesday, May 7, 7 p.m. – “Mal Goode Reporting”
Wednesday, June 4, 7 p.m. – “The ABCs of Pittsburgh Aviation”
All talks are free to the public and held in the Parish Hall of Calvary Episcopal Church at 7 p.m.
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Speech and Hearing Screenings
We’re excited to partner with our neighbors at DePaul School for Hearing and Speech to offer free screenings for families in the local community! To learn more about DePaul School for Hearing and Speech, visit DePaul School Website.
Link to register here: Screening Registration Form
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The online Epiphany Prayer Course has begun! And, here is what you need to know:
The entire course will be offered online via an easy to register Zoom link here.
It will meet every Sunday till the end of the Epiphany season on Sunday, March 2. Each gathering should last about an hour.
If you don’t like to pray, or if you need some encouragement to renew your efforts to pray, or if you are already a faithful person of prayer, your participation is welcome. If a participant has to miss a session, it is okay to pick up on the next session and continue the course. It's also okay to join as a new participant anytime.
Please join fellow travelers in this time of learning together as we draw our hearts closer to God and strengthen our ministry partnerships with Jesus and each other.
This gathering is also a wonderful lead up
to a diocesan-wide 24-hour online prayer vigil
to be held on Ash Wednesday, March 5.
Click here to register
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Bishop Ketlen's Schedule:
March 2: St. David's, Peters Twp.
March 5: Trinity Cathedral (Ash Wednesday)
March 9: All Saints, Brighton Heights
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Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
AA: Alcoholics Anonymous; CLASP: Calvary Lincoln After school Program;
CYAM: Calvary Young Adult Ministry; ESL: English as a Second Language;
FLMH: Functional Literacy Ministry of Haiti
Friday February 28, 2025
Anna Julia Haywood Cooper, Educator, 1964
Saturday March 1, 2025
David of Wales, Bishop, 672
11:00 a.m. Jean Carver Funeral
Sunday March 2, 2025
The Last Sunday after the Epiphany
The Holy Eucharist at 8, 9, and 11 a.m.
10:00 a.m. Children/Youth Formation
10:00 a.m. Gospel and Breakfast (GAB)
10:00 a.m. Priest/Rabbi Class
10:00 a.m. Choir Warm-up
11:00 a.m. Children’s Liturgy
12:00 p.m. Coffee Hour
12:45 p.m. CYAM Sunday Brunch
Monday March 3, 2025
John and Charles Wesley, Priests, 1791, 1788
7:00 p.m. Contemplative Prayer
Tuesday March 4, 2025
11:00 a.m. Staff Meeting
6:00 p.m. Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
7:00 p.m. Spiritual Reflection
7:30 p.m. Architectural History Group
Wednesday March 5, 2025
John and Charles Wesley, Priests, 1791, 1788
7:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist and Imposition of Ashes
10:00 a.m. ESL Conversation Class
12:00 p.m. Holy Eucharist and Imposition of Ashes
12:15 p.m. Ashes to Go
6:00 p.m. Interlude Group
6:00 p.m. Ashes to Go
6:30 p.m. Choir Call
7:30 p.m. Holy Eucharist and Imposition of Ashes
Thursday March 6, 2025
6:30 p.m. Mahjong
7:00 p.m. Choir Rehearsal
Friday March 7, 2025
Perpetua and Felicity, Martyrs, 202
Agape Deadline
9:00 a.m. Soup Group Cooking
9:00 a.m. Pittsburgh Theological Seminary Seminar
Saturday March 8, 2025
9:00 a.m. FLMH Meeting
3:00 p.m. Shelter Dinner Prep
Sunday March 9, 2025
The First Sunday in Lent; Daylight Savings Time Begins
The Holy Eucharist at 8, 9, and 11 a.m.
10:00 a.m. Children/Youth Formation
10:00 a.m. Gospel and Breakfast (GAB)
10:00 a.m. Priest/Rabbi Class
10:00 a.m. Choir Warm-up
11:00 a.m. Children’s Liturgy
12:00 p.m. 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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