From Fr. Anthony - Office Hours
The Church's office hours are 9-5 Monday-Friday, and you can stop by to speak with the office staff any time during those hours. If you have a specifically Church-related question, you should speak with Susan Solo, who is in the office Tuesday, Wednesday, & Friday. If you need to meet with me, however, it's best to call first, as I may already be with another appointment, and am frequently called away to other visitations and appointments. If you prefer, I am happy to arrange a time in advance if you prefer. Please note that I am available for hospital visitations, but hospitals no longer give patient information to clergy. Please call me, or have someone in your family call me, so that I can come to visit you.
Church Etiquette
We ask that the doors of the Narthex be closed and no one enters the Church during the following portions of the service:
Epistle, Gospel, Sermon, Great Entrance, Creed, Consecration, and Lord's Prayer.
Please be respectful of the prayer and attention of those who are in the Church as you enter.
When it is time for Holy Communion, please remain in your pews until the young people of the Sunday school have finished receiving Communion. When they are finished, the Parish Council will usher you forward by row.
2019 Calendar Sponsor Needed
If you would like to sponsor the 2019 Ecclesiastical Calendars for a suggested donation of $700, please contact Susan. Thank you!
Greek Fest Bakers Needed
The Philoptochos would like the ladies of the parish to help make cookies & pastries for the Festival. A sign-up sheet is across from the Church office for you to sign-up. Any questions can be directed to Maria Kostaras. Thank you!
Greek Fest Yard Signs
If you stored your Greek Fest yard sign from last year's Festival, please pick up a sticker at the Church office with the new date. We ask that you take a yard sign, located across from the Church office, and display it in your front yard. Please sign the sign-out form and either return it after the Festival or store at your home until next year. Thank you!
Byzantine Chant for Kids
Our Byzantine Chant for Kids, ages 6 to 12 years of age, continues from 4:30-5:45 pm, except this Saturday, the 25th. It will resume on Sat., Sept. 1. We are teaching the basics of our traditional Church music and then will chant the Vespers service for that evening. Those older young people who may be interested, should speak with Fr. Anthony to arrange an opportunity for teaching them.
Sunday School
Our Sunday School will start on September 23 - a week after our Greek Festival! In the next week or so you will receive a letter and registration form in the mail. Please be sure to register your child early. Thank you!
The Rule of Faith - Orthodox Study
Fr. Anthony prepares a weekly presentation on a catechetical topic, and posts an audio recording at theruleoffaith.typepad.com. You can comment there, call, email, or speak with him in person with comments or questions.
Greek Festival
Our Greek Fest will be held on Sunday, September 16, from Noon-7:00 pm. Please turn in your volunteer sheet to the Church office so we can plan accordingly. Thank you!
Lost & Found Table
Any items left on the lost & found table will be thrown out or donated this week.
FOCUS Detroit Backpack Program
If you took a backpack to fill for school children this fall, your FILLED backpack needs to be dropped off in the activity room no later than the end of this month so it can be delivered on time. You can pick up an "idea" sheet at the literature rack.
Our Website: stgeorgesouthgate.org
We have a live calendar, video and audio recordings of sermons, services, and other events, and an archive of the last two months' Sunday bulletin. You can also reserve and pay for your seat to any upcoming lunch or dinner.