This Sunday's Memorials
Elena Orselli - 40 days
Alexandra Nassopoulos - 3 years
Peter Kapsimalis - 15 years
Outside for Sunday's Divine Services
As a reminder - we have erected a large covering/tent to cover the seating capacity in our parking lot for our outdoor services.
You can RSVP to Sunday's outside divine services using the link below - It's quick and easy to do.
Also - the Orthros/Preparatory service begins at 9:00 am with the Divine Liturgy to follow.
We are still looking for a few members of the parish to help out on Sunday mornings with some setup and takedown, etc. If you are interested in helping out one Sunday a month we are compiling a list of volunteers so please call or email Soula in the church office.
You can use the church parking lot on Sunday mornings - please enter from the closest entry off Park Blvd. (near the backside of our parking lot).
Or, You Can Join in and Pray the Divine Services of the Church via Our Parish LiveStream
Sunday morning Orthros - 9:00 am
Divine Liturgy - 10:00 am
Light a Candle “From Afar”
Lighting a candle as we enter the narthex of the church is one real way we express our presence within the Body of Christ as we offer a prayer. If you would like to light a candle to express your presence “from afar” click on the following link below and follow the directions -
https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=J55MJ576K785E&source=url
Then, Fr. Andrew will receive your message, light your candle and offer a prayer.
Stewardship Corner
We, the Stewardship Committee, first and foremost, would once again like to say “thank you” for your continuing support of our stewardship ministry. We ended 2020 on a strong financial footing because of your generosity.
So, again, THANK YOU!
And further, as we enter this new year 2021, we all face the same political, economic, and health issues which roil us emotionally and physically: but, in this moment, our beloved church, St. Spyridon, continues to be a beacon of hope and an ark which shepherds us to calmer seas every day. Thus, we are blessed to have one another communally and spiritually. This is precious and irreplaceable to each of us. You know this intuitively when you attend an outdoor service and see one another and receive communion.
The Stewardship Committee respectfully reminds you once again to please take a moment to fill out a pledge card for 2021 and send it to the office and/or sign up online through “We Share” at stspyridon.org (click the Stewardship Giving button) to make a monthly payment toward your pledged amount for the year 2021.
On behalf of the Parish Council, the Stewardship Committee once again says “thank you” and God bless you during this extraordinary time.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
The Stewardship Committee: John Kalas – Chairperson
Upcoming Memorials for February
Sunday, February 14: Spyros Vartelas - 3 years
Philoptochos Zoom Membership Meeting
Philoptochos invites you to attend our Membership Event on Saturday, February 27th at 11:00 am via Zoom. Please register early by clicking on this link HTTPS://TINYURL.COM/DOUGENIS or by typing it into your browser. If you need help registering, call Marian Dougenis at 619-520-3660. Thank you!
Please see the attached Philoptochos Membership Flyer in the "Inserts and Fliers" section for details.
Attention Seniors!
Covid-19 vaccines are now available for individuals over the age of 65. Seniors are encouraged to contact their doctor or healthcare provider first to request the vaccine, but if none are available you can make an appointment at a county site. Appointments can be made at vaccinationsuperstationsd.com. Vaccinations are free of charge. If you need any help to make an appointment please call Sophia Mellos at (619)855-2991.
February 2021 Shepherd Newsletter
To view the digital version of this month's newsletter click: http://theshepherdnews.com/issues/0221/index.html
The St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church / George & Rose Papanicolaou Scholarship Fund, a 501(c)3 Not‐For‐Profit Organization
Attention: 2021 High School graduating Seniors
The scholarship application and all pertinent information is now available on the church’s website located at: http://stspyridon.org/ministries/scholarship.
The deadline for submittal of all applications is: March 31, 2021 (NO EXCEPTIONS).
Any questions please contact: Mrs. Helen Mellos at (619) 298-2070, HMM@mellos.org or
Mrs. Christine Cremidan at (619) 588-7844, cremidanac@cox.net
Sunday School is Seeking Teachers
As we start this semester, we are in need of 2 Sunday School teachers. Please email Julie Dennis at sundayschool.stspyridon@gmail.com if you are interested. It is a fun and fulfilling way to contribute to our church family! We will provide training and the curriculum! Join our Sunday School Team today!
Weekly Pledge Offering Envelopes
If you are using weekly pledge offering envelopes, your designated box is available at the church office. Please call the office to make arrangements for pick-up. Thank you!
Ministry Position Available
Greek School Director
Preferably with an Education background
- This is a paid position
- Current enrollment approximately 70 children and 40 adults
- Current staff of 9-10 teachers
- Office support
- School is in session from September to June
If interested or for additional information email: greekschoolboard@gmail.com
Agape Meals Program
Philoptochos has an outreach program where people can cook or deliver (or both) a meal to one of their fellow parishioners who may be facing a difficult or stressful time in their life (illness, new baby, etc.). If you would like more information on how you can participate, or know of someone in our community who could use a meal or two, please contact Stella Weil at (858)694-0570 or 4weils@sbcglobal.net. Please join us as we come together as a community to help one another. Thank you!
Give Back 0.5% From “Amazon Smile” Foundation
We remind you to please participate in the AmazonSmile program. When you shop on Amazon, the AmazonSmile Foundation will give back 0.5% of your purchase price to St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church. That’s right, every eligible/registered purchase you or someone else makes at AmazonSmile 0.5% will be donated back to your parish!!!
It's quick and easy to register by visiting AmazonSmile (smile.amazon.com) and select “St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church” before you make your first purchase (be sure to select St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church - San Diego, California).
For more information about AmazonSmile, go to http://smile.amazon.com/about
We hope you’ll consider this easy way to support your beloved parish. Everyone is eligible to participate so tell your friends and relatives and spread the word about this wonderful opportunity.
St. Sophia Philoptochos Debutante Presentation Ball – 2021
Plans are underway for the St. Sophia Philoptochos Debutante Presentation Ball to be held on Friday, September 3, 2021, at the Four Seasons Beverly Wilshire Hotel. Interested young ladies who will be high school juniors (aged 16) and older should contact the Presentation Ball Chair, Trish Mentas (562) 472-7485 or email: saintsophiadebball@gmail.com. The deadline to enter is March 31st. An orientation tea by reservation will be held at the St. Sophia Cathedral Huffington Center on Sunday, May 22, 2021. These dates are subject to change.
Your Legacy and Your Church
...to whom much is given; from them much more is required (Luke 12:48).
Please remember to include your Saint Spyridon parish in your estate plan and bequest.