This Sunday's Memorials
Alexandru Dinescu – 25 years
Christos Tsopanoglou – 10 years
Sultana Crosby – 19 years
Ray (John) Crosby – 46 years
The Cutting of the Vasilopita is This Sunday, January 22nd
Our Philoptochos ladies have graciously provided the Vasilopita for our annual “Cutting of the Vasilopita” in honor of Saint Basil the Great and for the support of Saint Basil’s Academy in New York. The funds collected by our Philoptochos Chapter will be sent directly to Saint Basil’s for the continued support of the children there. Please offer a financial donation at the conclusion of Sunday's Divine Liturgy as you receive your piece of Vasilopita. God bless you!
Feast Day Services for the Entrance of the Lord Into the Temple - Thursday, February 2nd
Orthros/Preparatory Service begins at 9:00 am with the Divine Liturgy to follow at 10:00 am
St. Spyridon Bookstore
Ring in 2023 with Daily Lives, Miracles and Wisdom of the Saints and Fasting Calendar; it includes insightful quotes from the saints, saints commemorated each day, Gospel and Epistle readings, and fasting guidelines. Stop by and pick up your copy today!
GOYA Game Night - Saturday, January 21st
Join us in the Youth Room for Game Night this Saturday, January 21st at 6:30 pm! Bring your favorite game to play! Dinner and snacks will be provided! See flyer for details.
See attached flyer in the Inserts & Fliers section.
Scout Sunday on February 5th
All Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts are invited to participate in Scout Sunday on February 5th. Please RSVP to Andreana Frangos 619-987-7365 or andreanafrangos@gmail.com with your name and rank/level.
See attached flyer in the Inserts & Fliers section.
St. John Chrysostom Oratorical Festival - Students in Grades 3 - 12
On Sunday, February 26th after Divine Liturgy, we will host our parish’s annual St. John Chrysostom Oratorical Festival. This event is open to St. Spyridon youth grades 3-12 and is divided into Elementary (exhibition), Junior (competition), and Senior (competition) levels. Prepare an original speech, based on topics selected by the Archdiocese (see attached flyer) which sponsors this event. All participants will receive a $20 gift certificate. Those who advance from our parish level will compete at the regional competition and will then have a chance to advance to the Metropolis and beyond where they will qualify for more scholarships. Our Parish winners at the Junior and Senior levels will receive the George M. Platis Oratorical Scholarship Award, offered by Michael and Maria Platis in memory of their son George, who proudly participated in the parish Oratorical Festival. Please see attached flyer for information on topics, deadlines, and where to register. For more information, reach out to Parish Oratorical Festival Chairperson, Timmy Paraskevopoulos at 714-931-2431 or t_nicolaou@hotmail.com
See attached flyer in the Inserts & Fliers section.
Upcoming Memorials for January
Sunday, January 29 – Bess (Vasiliki) Michas – 3 years
Sunday, January 29 – Mary Chrisos – 3 years
Sunday, January 29 – Rose Georgas – 3 years
Sunday, January 29 – Alex Georgas – 41 years
Sunday, January 29 – Katherine Scordalakis – 6 years
Sunday, January 29 – Michael and Sotiri Zulia – 2 years
Philoptochos Decorated Feast Day Icons
Philoptochos invites you and your family to commemorate a special Feast Day by offering a donation towards a beautifully decorated icon which will be displayed in the Narthex for all to venerate. To reserve your date, contact the office: (619) 297-4165, office@stspyridon.org. A suggested donation of $75 (cash or check) payable to the Ladies Philoptochos Society is much appreciated.
Icons Available for the Month of February
February 2nd - The Presentation of the Lord into the Temple
February 5th - Sunday of the Publican and the Pharisee
February 10th - St. Haralambos
February 12th - Sunday of the Prodigal Son
February 19th - Judgement Sunday
Save the Date for the Holy Friday Youth Retreat
Save the date! Friday, April 14th from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm. Transitional Kindergarten – 5th grade can participate in the retreat. The 6th- 12th grade students can be Retreat Youth Leaders. Adult volunteers are also needed! We hope you save the date for this wonderful experience for our youth! Retreat planning will start in March.
See attached flyer in the Inserts & Fliers section.
Save the Date for the GOYA Palm Sunday Luncheon
You are all invited on Sunday, April 9th immediately following the Divine Liturgy. Pre-paid reservations only and no tickets will be sold at the door. Adults $25, Children under 12 - $10. For more information, please contact Bill Navrides at 619-992-6775 or bill.navrides@sharp.com or call the church office at 619 297-4165. Seating is limited!
Sunday Fellowship Sponsors are Needed
Several Sundays in February and March are available. Please consider sponsoring with your friends and family. Let's keep it simple by providing cookies or donuts, fruit, and juice. To reserve your date contact the Fellowship Coordinator, Anne Zouvas at (619) 248-6644. Thank you for supporting this long-standing tradition of our church!
Red Covered Divine Liturgy Books are Located in the Narthex
The red-covered Divine Liturgy books are available to you and located on the right side of the Narthex near the candles.
Agape Meals
Philoptochos provides meals to St. Spyridon community members in need following hospitalizations, the death of a family member, or the birth of a child. Please reach out to Marian Dougenis (619) 520-3660 if you or someone you know is in need.
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