Worship & Music
Calvary Choir
Our worship follows the Book of Common Prayer, joining Episcopalians around the world in prayer, Scripture, and the Holy Eucharist.
The Children’s Choir
The Calvary Children’s Choir is open to children in the 1st through 5th grades. Rehearsals are a part of our Wonderful Wednesday program. Every Wonderful Wednesday (4-6 p.m. September through May) the children learn Bible stories, do arts and crafts, have recreation, sing in choir, and enjoy snacks and a meal. The music that the children sing is of course Biblically rooted. Choir rehearsals are also an excellent opportunity for the children to learn to express the Biblical truths and morales they are learning in music using their own words.
“Train up a child in the way he should go, and when they are old they will not depart from it.”
(Proverbs 22:6)
WONDERFUL WEDNESDAYS
Rehearsals: 4-6 p.m. (September through May)
A family potluck meal takes place in the gymnasium from 5:30 – 6 p.m.
The children sing approximately once per month at the 11 a.m. worship service.
The Parish Choir
The Parish Choir is for the adults in our Parish. The choir sings a variety of literature ranging from old to contemporary, spirituals and other American folk tunes.
The choir is comprised of primarily volunteer singers with music skills ranging from beginner to more advanced. The Parish Choir is the principal choir for the 11 a.m. worship service. Choir rehearsals are on Wednesday’s (September through May) from 7 – 8:30 p.m.
The Parish Choir presents at least two major offerings each year, services such as our annual Service of Lessons and Carols; Evensong for Holy Cross Day (closest Sunday to September 14th); a Black History Month presentation; and other specially planned music events. Calvary often invites other local churches and guests to join us for these larger programs.
Serving in worship
Many hands make Sunday possible. These ministries welcome new members.
Acolytes
Youth in grades 4–12 lead the procession and assist at the altar.
Altar Guild
Prepares the altar, vessels, and linens for every service.
Flower Guild
Creates the floral arrangements for Sundays and feast days.
Ushers
Greet worshipers, hand out bulletins, and help services run smoothly.
Lay Readers & Chalice Bearers
Read the lessons and lead the prayers, and assist with Communion.
Needlepoint Guild
Stitches the kneelers and cushions used in worship.
Have a question?
We’d be glad to hear from you. Call the parish office at (252) 823-8192 or email admin@calvarytarboro.org, Monday–Thursday, 7:30 am–2:00 pm.