Services at St. Andrew

Sunday, September 30th  +2nd Sunday of Luke +Orthros @8:45am & Divine Liturgy @10:00am 

A One Year  Memorial Service will be held for the repose of the soul of our ever memorable +Michael (Kenneth) Fackina , beloved husband of Dorothy (Boyiatgis) Fackina, devoted father to Kenneth (wife Kate), Nicole (fiancé Neil Marshall) and loving grandfather to Elijah Kenneth.  May his memory be eternal. 

Funeral Service

A Funeral Service will be held Monday October 1st  @10:30am  for the repose of the soul of +Argyro (Roula)  Syristatides, beloved wife of Semeon, devoted mother of Nicholas, Stratos and Haralambos Syristatides. Our Sincerest condolences to her family.  Visitation will be  at Bailey Funeral Home in Mendham NJ on Sunday 3-6pm.  

Thursday 10/4 + St Hierotheos of Athens* +Orthros @8am & Divine Liturgy @9am

(We have this saint’s Relics at our Saint Andrew Reliquary)*

Saturday 10/6 +St Thomas the Apostle +Orthros @8am & Divine Liturgy @9am

Six  Ways to Stay Connected to Christ During the School Year

from OCN Christian Network August 30, 20180

Even though we all strive to be like Jesus, not everyone always has a starring role. As your kids head back to school and schedules get more chaotic, take time to remind them that Christ is at the center of all that we do. To honor Him and his example they can do much more than crossing themselves before a test or a penalty kick.

Here are six ways your child or teen can keep Christ alive as they head back to class:

1. Support friends and classmates throughout the day. Follow the teamwork mentality of Jesus’s best friends, the Apostles.

2. Reach out to the new kid. Jesus befriended the people who were “sitting alone in the cafeteria.” Building and cultivating friendships can be one of the most meaningful and rewarding parts of going to school.

3. Make a joyful noise. Being shy is the easy way out. Christ gave us all unique gifts. Don’t be afraid to let them shine!

4. Pray with your family. A few minutes praying together every day—whether it’s during breakfast or before bed—can help children and parents alike prioritize prayer.

5. Give to others. During holiday breaks, take time to give thanks for your blessings by supporting those in need. Participating in a food drive during Thanksgiving break or donating clothes and toys to children in need at Christmastime can be a rewarding way to honor Christ.

6. Be kind to those who need it. Sometimes you deal with someone who needs a little kindness. This person may not be the kindest person, but showing them a little kindness may give him or her the courage to handle an otherwise difficult day.

SUNDAY Coffee Hour is hosted by GOYA

     BAGELS are donated by ALPHA BAGELS on Route 10

     @12pm (Approximately) Open House Religious Education

     @3:30pm* GOYA Games in Randolph

TUE 10/2   @7-9pm Adult Greek Language class

      @6:30PM* GOYA VOLLEYBALL on Tuesdays

WED 10/3 @10am Knitting Group meets

     @6:30PM* GOYA BASKETBALL on Wednesdays  

      @7:30-8:30pm Adult Greek Dance Classes

THU 10/4 @4:30pm HAS @6:30pm Greek Dance @7pm GOYA Dance

SAT 10/6 @10am Parish Council Strategic Planning Retreat

Coffee Hour Hosts:, 10/7 Philoptochos, 10/14 PTA, 10/21 DOP, 10/28 GOYA, 11/4 Philoptochos, 11/11 PTA,11/18 DOP, 11/25 GOYA, 12/2 Bakaliko, 12/9 PTA, 12/16 DOP, 12/23 GOYA,

10/7•3^rd Sunday of Luke | Γ’ Λουκά

10/7 @12:30pm Project Mexico Presentation

10/7 Mr. & Miss GOYA at Pine’s Manor @4pm

10/9 @7:30pm Stewardship Meeting

10/11 @6pm HAS Back to School (Parents attend)

10/14•Sunday οf the 7th Ecumenical Council| Δ’ Λουκά

10/14 @12:15pm HOPE/JOY Monthly Meeting

10/14 @2:30pm GOYA GAMES (Wyckoff/Randolph)

10/16 @11:30am Agape Luncheon 3^rd Tuesday

10/20 HOPE/JOY Activity “Turtleback Zoo”

10/21 •6^th  Sunday of Luke | ΣΤ’ Λουκά

10/21 @2:30pm GOYA GAMES (Roseland/Randolph)

10/22 @7:30pmParish Council 4^th Monday  

10/23 @7pm Philoptochos Meeting 4^th Tuesday

10/25 @7pm GOYA Monthly Meeting 4^th Thursday

10/26 Faith Kitchen GOYA hosts

GOYA Kick off dance in Trenton Friday 9/28/18

It is the first dance of the Goya season and is a lot of fun because we see all the GOYAns from the churches across the state. It is a fun time and chaperoned by the advisors.

Be at church by 5:30 pm as the bus will depart by 5:45 sharp!  Dance ends at 11pm.  We should be back around midnight. The advisors attending are Mrs. Louca and Mrs. Venizelos.

GOYA Registration Form Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKJd9suD7RRaG7m4cK7VBZMZbZx5H8ZHkYQbsJd8e0RDrerA/viewform?usp=sf_link

Religious Education OPEN HOUSE on Sunday, September 30, 2018.

The Open House is a chance to meet your child’s teacher and find out about the curriculum for their class. Parents are to head to their child’s(ren’s)classrooms after Liturgy (around noon) and meet the teacher.  There will be a table set up during Coffee hour for questions.  

Vickie Geannakakes, Harriet Karkanias, Rachel Lopardo, Maro Schuster,  Religious Education Directors

Email: religiouseducationstandrews@gmail.com

GOYA Games in Randolph gym Sunday at 3:30pm

Randolph vs Fairview: Opening Games for all Teams

Senior Girls Volleyball start at 3:30pm  & Senior Boys Basketball start at 4:30pm

All are invited to attend and support our GOYA teams

Funeral Service

A Funeral Service will be held Monday October 1st  @10:30am  for the repose of the soul of +Argyro (Roula)  Syristatides, beloved wife of Semeon, devoted mother of Nicholas, Stratos and Haralambos Syristatides. Our Sincerest condolences to her family.  Visitation will be  at Bailey Funeral Home in Mendham NJ on Sunday 3-6pm.  

COAT COLLECTION:

Collecting coats during the month of October for donation to the Annual Market Street Mission Coat giveaway on November 3^rd at the Morristown Green 10am-1pm. 

Agape Group’s 3^rd Tuesday luncheon, 11:30am - October 16

Staying Safe in your Space for Seniors

Randolph Police Officer will discuss senior-focused safety hazards at home and shopping – including while away for lengths of time; also dealing with scammers, exploiters, solicitors, “robo” calls and more. Gather and bring your concerns and questions. Seniors are especially vulnerable these days because of electronic access.  Betty Kelly is looking into Lakeland Bus Tours (a friendly daytime treat). Please contact her for details (973-704-0388)

Registration Forms 2018-2019

Are  available on our web site https://sagocrnj.orthodoxws.com/ or upon request E-mail info@standrewgonj.org 

E-Bulletin or call church (973)584-0388 or pick one up from the church office. Please sign up ASAP so we may plan accordingly

Religious Education (Sunday school)

Classes will begin on Sunday, Sept. 9 (PTA Form Required)

Hellenic Afternoon School (HAS) Ελληνικό Σχολείο

Greek Language classes will begin on Thursday, Sept.13 (PTA Form Required)

Greek Dance (Juniors & GOYA)

Will start on Thursday, Sept.20 (PTA Form Required)

PTA: Membership and Volunteer Form

All families must complete the PTA Form with above registrations

Greek Language classes for adults (HES)

Tuesdays at 7:00-9:00pm (Sept. 25– Dec. 4, $300)

NEW Greek Dance for Adults

On Wednesdays at 7:30-8:30pm (Sept. 26^th-Dec. 5^th $125)

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In the Hospital? Home-Bound?

Please let the Church Office know!  In today’s age of information privacy, churches are not notified when parishioners are admitted to hospitals, nursing homes or other care facilities. Both those facilities and your church depend on having the church notified by a friends or family member so pastoral care and outreach can be offered. The same goes for those homebound. If you or any of your loved ones are in any of these situations, please contact the Church Office at 973-584-0388  to request a visit from our priest Fr. John Theodosion or our new and wonderful Visitation Ministry. Also, if you are interested in helping reach out to fellow parishioners in those situations, please contact the office info@standrewgonj.org. 

If you would like us to remember you or your loved one in our prayers, please contact the office. 973-584-0388

Names will be kept on this list for approximately 3 months. Please resubmit Names if needed.   Fr. John will pray for the Names above during the Proskomide “Offering of gifts” during the first part of the Divine Liturgy when our priest prepares the mystical gifts of bread and wine. Please keep these names in your prayers as well.

Andreas, Ioanna, Marykate, John, Konstantinos, Barbara, Rita, Rose, Richard, Eileen, Petra, Mary, Athanasios, Petros, Demosthenes, Angeliki, Christian, Olga, Efthymia, Demetra,  Norma, Beatrice, Geoffrey, Theonimfi, Donald, Alexandra, Kathy, John, Reggie, Shannon, Yiota, Christopher, Asimina, Margarita, Ellen, Konstantinos, Despina, Margaret, Georgia,  Antonios, Maria, Kleo, Constantine, Paul, Christos, Vasilis, Maxine, Hana, Eva, Nikoletta, Nicholas, Tina, , Stefanos, Paraskevi, George, Anastasia, Hristos, John, Christopher, George, Chris, Konstantinos, Aristea, Fr. Demetri, Prz Spyridoula, Eleni, Marcella, Demetri, Fotini, William, Robert, Nicholas, Vasiliki, Konstantinos, Helen, Kelly, Susan, Christina, Angeliki, Brett Anthony, Vasiliki, Spyridoula, Mary, Effie, Marissa, Demetri, Kyriaki, Debbie, Sergio, Peggy, Maria, Panagiota, Reta, Antonis, Stephanie, John, George, Larry, Maria, Panayiotis, Athanasios, Richard, Thomas, Sharon, Theodore, John, Xenophon, Bruce, Pat, Anna, Stephania, Christopher, Megan, Laura, 

Prayer for a Sick Person:

Heavenly Father, physician of our souls and bodies, who have sent Your only-begotten Son and our Lord Jesus Christ to heal every sickness and infirmity, visit and heal (me) Your servant from all physical and spiritual ailments through the grace of Your Christ. Grant (me) patience in this sickness, strength of body and spirit, and recovery of health.  Lord, You have taught us through Your word to pray for each other that we may be healed.  I pray that You heal (me) as Your servant and grant (me) the gift of complete health. For You are the source of healing and to You I give glory, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen