Our calling as Christians is to join in the Missio Dei:  God’s mission for the reconciliation and flourishing of all things. Calvary Church has a strong history of participating in this mission in our community, dating from its very first days. Not only do parishioners raise funds that help at home and abroad, they roll up their sleeves and actively collect, cook, and construct to help those in their own community.

Calvary is committed to involving its youth in community outreach as well. Middle and High school students have served meals, worked at the local food pantry, caroled at a retirement home and walked for charity.

Habitat for Humanity – The Episcopal parishes in the Asheville area sponsor building a Habitat house in Buncombe County every other year. Calvary’s part includes funding and lots of volunteers. 

Food Pantry – The Food Pantry opened at Calvary Episcopal in April of 2009 seeking to help those needing food who come to our door.  We are open on Saturday mornings from 8:30 till 11:00 AM. The work of the panty is supported in many ways, including an annual rummage sale. We are grateful for the many community partners who make this work possible.

Calvary Care Fund – This fund was established to provide for basic human needs among people in Buncombe and Henderson Counties. The fund intends to assist individuals or families who have special needs that extend beyond the scope of their personal income.

Prayer Shawl Ministry– Knitters meet regularly to knit prayer shawls to give to folks who need comfort and healing. For the person knitting, the rhythmic movement becomes prayer for the one who will receive the shawl.

Angel Tree –The parish is invited to help provide Christmas joy for families in need from around the community. This is an annual event which begins in late November.

Towel Ministry – Towel Ministry provides housing improvements, repairs and maintenance for elderly, disabled, and marginalized people. Towel Ministry operates in week-long sessions. Typical work projects might include handicap access, roofing repair, painting, yard clean-up and other simple projects that can be managed by a small group. Towel Ministry is the embodiment of "walking the talk of the Church." It provides opportunities for young people to learn skills in building homes and relationships with each other, with families, and with Christ.

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