Queer Ministry
Here, you are not just welcome—you are celebrated.
Calvary’s Queer Ministry, led by Tim Napieralski, is a loving, affirming community where all are embraced as God’s beloved. Through fellowship, Bible study, and shared experiences, we grow together in faith, support one another, and work to create a more inclusive world. Here, you are not just welcome—you are celebrated.
For additional information, contact our Queer Ministry Coordinator.
Can We “DRAG” You to Church?
Get ready for a night of fun, flair and fabulousness!
Calvary is thrilled to present “Can We DRAG You to Church?” — a fabulous fundraiser featuring a spaghetti dinner, silent auction, and an unforgettable all-ages professional drag show.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Calvary United Methodist Church
5-7pm Spaghetti Dinner
7pm-? Pageant
Tickets: $20 Dinner Only, $15 Pageant Only, $30 Dinner & Pageant Both
FREE: Ages 10 years & under
Interested in performing? Contact Tim Napieralski to get involved.
Main Contact: Tim Napieralski (queerministry@calvarypgh.com)
You can join us for the dinner, the pageant, or both!
The evening stars Guest MC and performer Pittsburgh’s Comedy and Broadway Queen Dixie Surewood, and Pittsburgh Drag Queen and Miss Gay Pennsylvania United States at Large 2025 Leia Way LeStat (so far!), along with special performances by Calvary members and friends.
This Calvary and family-friendly event celebrates, supports, and uplifts the Trans and Drag Queen communities, with lively performances scored by a panel of celebrity judges and culminating in the crowning of Miss or Mr. Calvary 2026!!
Calvary UMC identifies as a Reconciling Ministries church.
Reconciling Ministries Network equips and mobilizes United Methodists of all sexual orientations and gender identities to resist evil, injustice, and oppression in whatever forms they present themselves.
Calvary United Methodist Church believes that all means all. We open our hearts, our minds and our doors to all our neighbors. We gladly invite into our shared life all persons who seek a community of support where they can grow in God’s grace. Regardless of your race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, relationship status, or background – you are God’s beloved, and you are welcome here.
Please visit Reconciling Ministries Network for more information about their mission and vision.
