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Fellowship Hour

Thank you to our Ladies of Philoptochos for hosting this Sunday!

Philoptochos News

Saturday of the Souls Update

We will have a memorial for our loved ones prior to our parish Lenten Retreat on Saturday, March 04 at 9:15 am. Please submit the first names of your loved ones who have departed this life on the form in the inserts section. We will need kollyva (memorial wheat) for the service. Please let Fr. Perry know if you can make a small tray. All who participate are welcome to offer kollyva for the service. May their memory be eternal!

Fr. Anthony Salzman in the Twin Cities

Fr. Anthony Salzman, of St. Philothea Greek Orthodox Church in Watkinsville/Athens, Georgia, will be:

• presenting on Friday night, March 7 after the 7:00 pm Akathist at St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church (1250 Oakdale Ave., W. St. Paul) on Friday, March 3rd, 
• leading the annual St. Gregory Palamas retreat at St. George Greek Orthodox Church (1111 Summit Ave., St. Paul) on Saturday, March 4,
• concelebrating and speaking at St. Mary Greek Orthodox Church (3450 Irving Ave S, Minneapolis) on Sunday, March 5, and 
• presenting the homily/keynote during Sunday Lenten Vespers at St. Mary OCA Cathedral (1701 5th St NE, Minneapolis) at 5:00 pm on Sunday evening March 5.

Here is more detailed information about the Friday, March 3, events at St. George Antiochian (1250 Oakdale Ave., W. St. Paul) with Fr. Anthony:

• 7:00 pm Small Compline including the First Stasis of the Akathist Hymn to the Mother of God;
• 7:45 pm light refreshments in the parish hall;
• 8:00 pm Fr. Anthony's presentation, "Ask an Iconographer: the role and impact of icons in the Orthodox Christian life;"
• The evening will conclude about 9:00 pm.

St. Gregory Palamas Lenten Retreat at St. George

Sunday of Orthodoxy

Sunday School teachers and parents, please note that we do not have Sunday School on March 05 & 19. However, please join us on both dates for the Youth Procession of Icons (remember to bring an icon from home) on March 05 and the Veneration of the Cross on March 19!

Intro to Orthodox Christianity Catechism Course - Winter 2023

Join us for our MEOCCA catechism course, Intro to Orthodox Christianity, beginning on Monday, January 23, from 7-9 pm. Catechism is for people interested in learning more about Orthodox Christianity, inquirers, catechumens, and current Orthodox Christians as well! A great way to deepen our knowledge of the Orthodox Christian Faith. Classes will be held on Monday evenings in person (1111 Summit Ave. St. Paul, MN 55105) or online via Zoom (the link will be emailed before classes begin). Register online at https://forms.gle/sVcXqVVenSgfVySa8. Learn more at www.meocca.org. Email Fr. Perry at info@stgeorgegoc.org with questions.

2023 Winter Icon Classes from Korluka Studios 

Loaves and Fishes meal

Monday, April 3 from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm at St. Matthews Church in West St. Paul, 510 Hall Avenue. St. George is in our third decade of commitment to this ministry, and new volunteers are always welcome! Look for the sign-up link in the next bulletin or talk with any member of the Missions and Benevolence committee.

Holy Friday Retreat 

Join us on Holy Friday, April 14 from 11:00 am-3:00 pm for our annual Retreat! The service of the Royal Hours will begin at 9:00 am, and will be followed by a session, lunch, a craft, and preparation activities. We are looking for volunteer(s) to provide lunch, if you are able, please email niko@stgeorgegoc.org. RSVP by emailing Niko by April 1.

Orthodox Game League

All adults (age 18yr+) are welcome to enjoy time with each other and play games on  Saturday, May 13, 2023 at 7:00 pm at St. Mary's OCA Church (1701 Fifth St. NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413). Want to learn a new game? Want to play a classic? Want to teach a game? Then this is for you! Bring a munchie or dessert to share! Questions? Contact Nikki Beauchamp 612.910.2943

Lighthouse Camp

2023 Lighthouse Camp dates: Saturday, June 24, 2023 – Saturday, July 1, 2023. The registration for the Orthodox Camp for High School Seniors will open on March 6, 2023 at noon! Please find more information here: https://chicago.goarch.org/lighthouse/.

The Ionian Village Summer Camp Experience

Ionian Village offers two fun-filled sessions. Each session is identical in daily schedule and travel locations, so your camper may choose the session that best fits their summer plans and school schedule. Both sessions are open to campers who are currently 9th grade through those who will complete the 12th grade in the spring of 2023.

2023 Summer Camp
Session One: June 19 – July 8, 2023
Session Two: July 19 – August 7, 2023
The cost of registration is $6,000, which includes roundtrip airfare from New York to Athens. (We require a non-refundable $500 deposit in order to register for camp). https://www.ionianvillage.org/summer-camp

Pilgrimage of Discovery, applications are now open!

The Pilgrimage of Discovery is a 7-day, all-expense paid, religious and cultural trip to Constantinople from July 31, 2023, to August 7, 2023, for young adults of the Metropolis of Chicago. The mission of the Pilgrimage of Discovery is to reconnect Greek Orthodox Young Adults from the Metropolis of Chicago with their religious and cultural roots. You can find more information and apply here: https://chicago.goarch.org/pilgrimage-of-discovery/.

Earthquake Relief Fund

His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America announces the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese Earthquake Relief Fund, a fundraising effort by the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America to provide humanitarian aid to the victims of the recent earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria. The Archdiocese has set an initial fundraising goal of $500,000. Donations can be made online or checks may be sent to: Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, 8 East 79th St., New York, NY 10075 (Made Payable To: "Greek Orthodox Archdiocese" Memo: "Earthquake Relief Fund"). More information can be found here: https://www.goarch.org/donate/earthquake-relief-fund.

FOCUS, MN

New year opportunities! Focus, MN is entering their 13th year of ministry. Thanks be to God! If there's room in your February schedule, check out the times and days below when help is needed at FOCUS House. To volunteer, contact us at (651) 222-0712 or focustwincities@gmail.com. 

Sandwiches and Distribution, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm: Monday (2 people): February 27 - Tuesday (3 people): February 28.

Antiochian Village Camp

Nestled in the Laurel Highlands of Pennsylvania, Antiochian Village Camp is a camping program of the Antiochian Archdiocese and invites participants from all Orthodox Christian jurisdictions. Many Orthodox Christians from the Minnesota pan-Orthodox community have been able to experience the mission of Antiochian Village Camp, and would like to share the opportunity with you to apply to be a Volunteer Staff member! Volunteer Staff applications are currently open, and the priority deadline with completed references is due this Tuesday, February 28, but applications may remain open (and be submitted) after this time. Transportation to and from the Pittsburgh airport and other local transportation centers is available on certain dates.

For more detailed information and to apply, please visit: https://avcamp.org/get-involved/volunteer/.
For further detailed information, questions, and inquiries, please contact Liam Boris, Antiochian Village Camp Volunteer Program Coordinator, at (724) 238-9565 Ext. 501 or volunteer@avcamp.org.

SURVEY - Orthodox Parenting & Technology: Holy Use in the Home

WHEREARE YOU, ADAM?
Movie in Greek language with English subtitles

This film is an immersion into the life of one of the monasteries of Holy Mount Athos. Secluded monastic life full of authentic characters and everyday saints comes forth onto the screen from under the wraps of our mundane priorities. What emerges is a fascinating account of a completely unparalleled way of life within a thriving monastic community in the midst of the twenty-first century. «Where are you, Adam?» is set at the ancient Dochiariou Monastery on the western shore of Mount Athos, the Aegean peninsula dedicated solely to Eastern Christian monasticism. Images of nature alternate with the monks' almost ceaseless round of work and prayer, creating a rhythmic bond between man and the natural world that hints at a paradise we all dimly yearn for. The jewel of this rich Byzantine setting, however, are the monks themselves, whose warmth and authenticity has been captured through a revelation of their daily lives, each with its joys, hopes and frailties. By inviting the filmmakers into their midst, the monks hope to encourage each viewer to awaken to his own resurrection. A central figure in the film is the monastery Elder, Abbot Gregory, whose decades of leadership have given him a keen understanding of the souls under his charge and their desire to regain for themselves a state akin to the humanity of Adam before the Fall.

WHEN? March 12, 2023 at 2:30 pm

WHERE? Plymouth Grand 15 (Mann Theaters) -3400 Vicksburg Ln N #13, Plymouth, MN 55447 https://goo.gl/maps/jbcSiFVfXAddGVMNA

TICKETS?
At Eventbrite- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/movie-where-are-you-adam-minneapolis-mn-tickets-539812061407

ADDITIONAL
- Film’s website - https://denpeirazei.com/whereareyouadam
- Trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jUejKrpaE8w
- English press-kit - https://minnesotoff.com/adam/ADAM_MEDIAKIT_EN.pdf
- Russian press-kit - https://minnesotoff.com/adam/ADAM_MEDIAKIT_RU.pdf

CONTACTS for MN
adam@minnesotoff.com

GENERAL CONTACT for USA
Anton Gress
antongress@yahoo.com | +1 (470) 679-5900

Orthodox Volunteer Corps 

Orthodox Volunteer Corps (OVC) is a new ministry for Orthodox young adults, 21 to 29 years old. It develops and equips young adults to lead lives of faithful service for the Church and the world. OVC offers a 10-month immersive experience for young adults that integrates service placements with vulnerable communities, weekly formation in Orthodoxy and community-based leadership development, living in community, and immersion in the life of the Church. OVC is recruiting now for the Fall 2023 Cohort. If you are 21-29 years old or know someone who is, please see the bulletin insert [or, see the flyer on the bulletin board] [or, see their website, https://orthodoxvolunteercorps.org/–all one word and corps is spelled “c-o-r-p-s”).

Support for those in Need

Please contact Fr. Perry or our Ladies Philoptochos if you or someone you know is in need (food, clothing, shelter, etc.). Our Ladies Philoptochos & Missions & Benevolence, FOCUS MN, etc. are here to help!

Below are the topics for the Oratorical Festival to be held at St. George GOC on Sunday, April 2, 2023. Our Metropolis includes Speech, Vocal Solo, Essay, Poetry, and Iconography! Click here to learn more: https://chicago.goarch.org/oratorical-festival/

SENIOR DIVISION (GRADES 10-12) 

TOPIC 1
The Ecumenical Patriarchate in Constantinople is the highest seat and the Mother Church of Orthodox Christians. The Ecumenical Patriarch is the spiritual leader of 300 million Orthodox Christians worldwide. Discuss how the Patriarchate has been a symbol of unity, a source of missionary growth, an advocate of dialogue among Christians, and a defender of the historical Orthodox Faith. 

TOPIC 2
During times of crisis, our faith is tested. How are Orthodox Christians taught to understand and manage pain and suffering? 

TOPIC 3
The Christian message in C.S. Lewis’s The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe has influenced many believers of Christ. How has another work of fiction inspired people to seek Jesus Christ?

TOPIC 4
We have lived through a pandemic and emerged with deep societal divides. How can our faith in Christ heal us and take us forward together?

TOPIC 5
The Resurrection of Jesus Christ both transforms the relationship between God and humanity and alters the course of history. How would you explain its significance to someone who has not heard about it or is unsure if God exists?

JUNIOR DIVISION (GRADES 7-9)

TOPIC 1
Orthodox tradition teaches that the saints remain spiritually active beyond their earthly life. Discuss how we ask the Saints to intercede and pray for us and why.

TOPIC 2
Orthodox Christians honor the Virgin Mary, the Most Holy Theotokos. What does the Orthodox Church believe about her and her role in our salvation?

TOPIC 3
The sacraments are the mysteries of the Church through which God gives us His grace by actions, words, and material objects (for example, oil, wine, and bread). Pick one sacrament and explain its meaning.

TOPIC 4
Jesus models and teaches humility throughout His life and ministry. Discuss the challenges of living according to Jesus’ teachings in a society that does not necessarily emphasize humility.

TOPIC 5
Consider and discuss why and how icons are central to our faith and Orthodox practice.

 ______________________

Sincerely,

Audrey Polite

Andrea Tsakopoulos

Co-Chairs, 

Chicago Metropolis Oratorical Festival Committee

Year-End Stewardship Totals for 2022

Thank you! $284,539 of our goal of $260,000. The number of Pledges was 110. What an amazing year for our church. Thank you everyone for your generosity and support of the work of our church! 

Here are some of the things stewardship helped make possible in 2022:

195 Worship Services
17 Youth & Family Events
4 Pioneers (55+) Events
8 Loaves & Fishes & FOCUS MN Events
71 Faith Education Classes
19 Baptisms, Chrismations & Weddings
$13,750 For Missions & Benevolence

2023 Stewardship Goal

Our Stewardship theme for 2023 is "Giving Thanks: Eucharistic Stewardship. As true stewards of the Body of Christ, we understand the power of our Stewardship to revitalize the Church."

$43,450 of $260,000

Pledge Cards Received

As of February 26, 59 families have pledged a total of $108,744.

Make Your Stewardship Pledge Online

Thank you for your continued support! Make your 2023 pledge by visiting https://forms.gle/CMySgYQMEVMt97eR6.
Final numbers for 2022 will be available soon, but it looks like we made our 2022 Stewardship Goal! Thank you all for your support of the work of the Church! 

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Fellowship (Coffee) Hour

Welcome Visitors!

Thank you for joining us in worship. Whether you are an Orthodox Christian or this is your first visit to an Orthodox Church, we are pleased to have you with us! Although Holy Communion is offered only to baptized and chrismated Orthodox Christians, all are invited to receive the Antidoron (blessed bread) at the end of the service. The Antidoron and fellowship hour are reminiscent of the Agape Feast that followed worship in the early Church. One does not have to be of Greek descent nor speak Greek to be an Orthodox Christian and member of our parish. All people of any background are welcome to join the Orthodox Church. For those interested in learning more about the Christian Faith or becoming a member of our church, please contact Fr. Perry after services or at frperry@stgeorgegoc.org or (651) 222-6220.

We hope you will join us in our hall upstairs after service this morning for fellowship and refreshments.

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