A Message From Calvary's Rector

Dear Friends and Siblings in Christ,
God’s blessings are abundant here at Calvary, thanks to the
generosity and dedication of our parishioners. For over a century, the little castle on the corner of Ninth Street and Locust has been a source of God’s love, and we continue this legacy by sharing it freely.

Worship
Our work in the world flows from our worship, whether it’s a Sunday service at 8 am or 10:30 am, the healing service on Wednesday evenings, or one of the special services offered around our community through Campus Ministry, at the Bluffs and now Lenoir. Two choir ensembles share their gifts at Sunday services and through Evensongs and other special concerts throughout the year. Their offerings are prayerful and beautiful, and lift our hearts to God. Our wonderful tech ministers ensure that those who cannot
be with us in person are able to connect with us through our livestream. 

Community Outreach
We are an active part of the Columbia community & the Diocese of Missouri. We offer our piece of the PIE at Grant Elementary. We share food and hospitality freely by hosting Saturday Café during the summer months. It is a monthly practice at Calvary to support
Loaves and Fishes, the Food Bank, and the Journey Church in Fulton. That’s in addition to offering community concerts and recitals, walking in the CROP Walk, serving at Room at the Inn, and being present at Pride Fest.

Fellowship & Discipleship
We have an active youth group and campus ministry in partnership with St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church. Coffee Hour, Children’s Chapel, Confirmation Class, Tuesday morning and Thursday evening Bible Studies, and the Bazaar - our annual all parish fundraiser - all offer opportunities to grow in faith and love. The future is bright at Calvary, thanks to you.

Sharing God’s Blessings
We are so glad that you are part of this church family. I invite you to prayerfully consider how God is calling you to share the blessings that you’ve received, through offering your time, talents, and treasure, so that we can continue to share Calvary’s blessings with our community.
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In Christ’s Love,
Rev. Ann​

Stewardship Campaign 2025

Calvary is committed to honoring stewardship pledged with accountability and transparency .  

Budget
Parish activities, as a percentage of the budget, are listed to the right.  A complete budget breakdown is available on the parish website.  It is also provided at the annual parish meeting.  

Goal
The Stewardship Campaign for 2025 has a goal of $450,000.

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Sharing Our Gifts 

• Stewardship is key to the success of a vibrant parish that seeks to grow. By sharing our gifts, we take a critical step toward fulfilling the duty of all Christians to pray, work and give for the spread of Christ’s Kingdom.
• Our collective gifts support clergy having sufficient time to visit those who are ill or in crisis, as well as connecting with all parishioners.
• As Calvary offers two Sunday services and a renewed ministry to Columbia’s campus communities, our gifts support the faith journey and varying needs of all parishioners. Confident of Calvary’s commitment to campus ministry, the Diocese of Missouri provides financial support for campus ministry.
• Many of the ministries Calvary is most proud of, such as outreach in the community, are made possible through the the annual Stewardship Campaign.

To read our entire 2025 Stewardship letter, click HERE.  

2025 Online Pledge Card
Please fill out the form and submit

Click HERE for the Giving Calculator.

Thank you for your generosity!