The Falling Asleep of the Holy Theotokos
For this year, 2021, the Major feast day of the Church honoring the Falling Asleep of the holy Theotokos falls on a Sunday and thus will be celebrated this Sunday, August 15th.
CDC and the County of San Diego Covid Mask Wearing Reminder
Just a reminder as the reported cases, etc. of the coronavirus surges - the most updated and current guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the county of San Diego recommends that those who are fully vaccinated wear a face covering while indoors.
For those who have not yet been vaccinated the CDC and County of San Diego still require those who are unvaccinated (for whatever reason) should continue to wear a mask while indoors, i.e. - inside the Sanctuary, in an attempt to help stop the spread of the (very contagious Delta) coronavirus. We are still following the "honor system" and respectfully ask that if you have not been fully vaccinated to wear your face covering while in the Sanctuary and fellowship hall.
Thank you for your thoughtful consideration, understanding, and patience as we continue to safely navigate our way through this concerning time once again.
Come and Join us for Coffee Hour and Fellowship Following Sunday's Services
Weekly Fellowship Hour has resumed, but we need your help in providing the refreshments that we share during this time of fellowship. Please consider sponsoring with your friends and family. Let's keep it simple by providing cookies or donuts and juice. To sign-up to sponsor Fellowship Hour on a particular Sunday, please contact Sofia Samouris at 619.518.4537.
Stewardship Corner
As the summer season comes to an end, I am again reminded that this is “God’s Country” - and that all we have is not only inspired by God but given through God to all of us. So, as our community enters into a new season full of God’s Blessings and Favor, the Stewardship Committee would like to remind all of you that there are many new promises of change and improvements on our horizon this coming fall season as we continue to “return,” we ask you, faithful sojourner, to join us in the most honorable and tangible manner in which you may give back to God and His Church: fulfill your monthly pledge and/or make your contribution to your parish, in order to fulfill God’s promise for a fuller and more peaceful Orthodox Christian life.
Please remember to be faithful stewards of St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church and make your weekly/monthly stewardship contribution to your parish. For your convenience you may do this online at www.stspyridon.org or pay through ACH or call the office at 619-297-4165.
As Father Andrew has reminded us over the last 14 years, “everything flows from the Divine Liturgy.” Your support of our Stewardship Program allows us to robustly provide this sacred blessing and all that it entails for our spiritual well-being.
Have a wonderful month of August and don’t forget to do your part!
With God’s Blessing - The Stewardship Committee thanks you in advance:
John Kalas, Chairperson
Sunday School Begins September 12th
Register now using the online registration form https://forms.gle/khpUkYJzyZQmoGd68 or via the Church Website stspyridon.org under the Ministries > Sunday School tab. Help us to plan for September by registering early! Are you looking for a way to help St. Spyridon kids and teens? We have many volunteer options available - Teachers, Classroom Assistants, Service Project Coordinator, Social Media Leader, and Christmas Pageant Leader. Email Julie Dennis at sundayschool.stspyridon@gmail.com for more information.
Please see the Sunday School Registration Form in the "Inserts & Fliers" section.
Save the Date - GOYA Family Movie Night
GOYANS join us on Saturday, September 25th at 5:30 pm for GOYA family movie night outside in the Church parking lot. GOYAns bring your chairs, blankets, and families as we watch a movie outside on the BIG screen. Dinner will be provided by GOYA for everyone in the Educational Building. Remember we WILL hold elections for officers BEFORE the movie starts on September 25th so if you would like to run for a GOYA office for the 2021-2022 year please plan on attending. RSVP at navridesfamily@gmail.com by September 20th. For questions call Mr. Navrides at 619-825-6750.
August 2021 Shepherd Newsletter
For the digital version click here: http://theshepherdnews.com/issues/0821/index.html
Donate to the Greece Fires Relief Fund
“...I am inviting whoever wishes to make a direct donation, to do so by visiting the website of our Archdiocese www.goarch.org/greecefiresdonate. May God, the Comforter, through the Holy Intercessions of the Virgin Mother of God, whose sacred Dormition we will celebrate in a few short days, send speedy relief to the people of Greece, and bring to an end this terrible inferno that continues to devastate our Ellada, την Ελλάδα μας.”
+His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America
(Excerpt from Greek Orthodox Archdiocese, Aug. 9, 2021)
Learning Through Serving Zoom Workshop
The Metropolis of San Francisco is pleased to announce “Learning Through Serving: Project-Based Learning for Religious Education”. This Zoom workshop will be held on Thursday, August 19, 2021 from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. PDT and is ideal for clergy, religious educators, Sunday School directors and teachers, parents, and anyone interested in the implementation of Project-Based Learning for Religious Education. This workshop will be led by Dr. Drew Baker. Click here for more information or register now!
Please see the Learning Through Serving flyer in the "Inserts & Fliers" section.
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.
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.