WELCOME VISITORS — WE ARE PLEASED THAT YOU HAVE JOINED US TODAY! The Orthodox Church teaches that Holy Communion is a sign of unity. In order to receive Holy Communion in the Greek Orthodox Church, you must have been baptized or chrismated in the Christian Orthodox Faith. If you are interested in learning more about Christian Orthodoxy, please contact our Parish Priest, Father Andreas. Communicants should prepare themselves through fasting, prayer and confession. All Christians are invited to come forward at the end of Divine Liturgy to receive the Antidoron, holy bread, which is offered to all as a blessing.
What YOU Can Do to Make Them Feel Welcome
Have you noticed new faces in our Narthex, Sanctuary, and Community Center? We’ve had many visitors stop by lately. Some are Orthodox and visiting from other parishes, some are returning to Orthodoxy after a long time away, and some are coming to check out Orthodoxy for the very first time. No matter how they come to us, let’s make sure we say Hello!
“Welcome! I don’t believe we’ve met yet. My name is (your name)” is a great start. Offer to walk with them to Coffee Hour. Ask them to sit with you. A personal connection goes far!
Theophany House Blessings: please email or call Fr. Andreas and let him know three date/time slots that will work for your House Blessing. Plan on setting aside an hour for the Blessing and time for fellowship.
Next Saturday, Feb. 2, is the Meeting (also called Presentation) of our Lord, God and Savior Jesus Christ - ἡ Ὑπαπαντὴ τοῦ Κυρίου when we commemorate our Lord's 40-day reception into Holy Temple after His Holy Incarnation. This is one of the 12 Great Feast Days of Orthodox Christianity. Divine Liturgy will begin at 9:00 AM.
Coffee Hour this morning is provided by Olga Elliott.