From Fr. Anthony
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 general Church-related question, you should speak with Susan Solo, who is in the office Tuesday, Wednesday, and 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.
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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 members of the Parish Council come to your pew to usher you forward by row. In this way, we can ensure that our approaching of the Sacred Mysteries will be accomplished in an appropriate and orderly manner.
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Epistle Reader: Dimitri Cook, 4th Grade
Forty-Day Blessing
The Forty-Day blessing today is for Grygori and his mother, Liliya. Congratulations to Nick Hadjicharalambous & Liliya Gerasymchuk on the birth of their son!
Men's Club
Today, the newly formed Men's Club will meet during Coffee Hour to discuss fellowship and social activities at Church as well as outside of the Church. Also, discussion about service & charity projects within the Church for 2020.
Men's Club - Super Bowl Party!
Next Sunday, February 2, the Men's Club will have its 1st social activity of 2020 -- a Super Bowl Party at the Grecian Center. Doors open at 4:30 pm. Cost: $10 at the door (please call the Church office if you'll be attending - so enough food will be prepared). See the flyer on the candle counter.
Philoptochos Collection
Beginning next Sunday and through the month of February, a collection of hats, scarves, gloves and socks for the homeless will be taken. Boxes will be in the school hallway for your donation.
Valentine's Party
HOPE & JOY is hosting its Valentine's Day party on Friday, February 8, from 7-9 pm, in the Apollo Hall. Enjoy door prizes, games, and refreshments! Flyers at the candle counter. Tickets $5
Godparent Sunday Celebration - February 9
On Sunday, February 9, we will honor godparents with a light luncheon immediately after the Divine Liturgy in the Grecian Center. This light luncheon is open to everyone in our parish and is free. Please contact the Church office if you plan to attend. There will be a surprise craft project for the children to work on with their parent and/or godparent after the lunch is served.
Apokreatiko Carnevale!
Our Apokreatiko Carnevale will be held on Saturday, February 15, in the Grecian Center. You can make your reservations online at stgeorgesouthgate.org, at the Reservation Table, or call the Church office. Flyers are on the candle counter.
Philoptochos Thank You!
We collected $327 from the tray which was sent to St Basil's Academy as part of our January National Ministry Commitment. Additionally, we sent $350 for the Social Services fund and $250 for the Cancer and other Major Illnesses Fund. A complete list of our National Ministry Commitments is on the bulletin board across from the church office. These are mandatory donations from the National Philoptochos.
We are accepting 2020 dues/Vasilopita sponsorships. Please see Mary Frosinos or Georgia Stahl during coffee hour.