WELCOME FATHER MICHAEL AND FAMILY!
This second Sunday after Pentecost we are blessed to host Father Michael Arbanas and part of his family - Presbytera Caroline, daughter Julia and son Will. Welcome to Saint John's! Father Michael serves at Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church in St. Louis Missouri. One Church, one Body...
SUNDAY SCHOOL
Both our Sunday School classes will meet this Sunday. Please have the children ready after lunch.
CATECHISM CLASS
Our next Catechism Class will take place this coming Tuesday, June 12 in Saint Nektarios Chapel from 6:30pm. Time in church and outside of it: we will discuss and practice exercises for the soul that bridge Sunday to Sunday, liturgy to liturgy and this life to the eternal one. All welcome to attend.
PREPARATION FOR JULY 2
July 2 is the feast day of Saint John Maximovitch, our local saint from San Francisco who is well known for his love for Christ and for His people. Saint John continues to help many, especially the orphans, the sick and the suffering. We will build up zeal and anticipation of his feast by having weekly lectures and discussions about Saint John. They will take place on Wednesdays after the Paraklesis service, during the potluck dinner. The first presentation will be on Wednesday June 13 by our newest catechumen, Lincoln Queale.
FROM THE HOLY FATHERS TO CONTEMPORARY DOCTORS - THE THEOLOGY OF ILLNESS
We are reading and discussing "The Theology of Illness" book by Jean-Claude Larchet and we have input from the secular medical field: the group is blessed to have Dr. Michael Bachik, a retired cardiologist and Athanasios Vasby, a retired nurse. The book is available at our bookstore and from Amazon.com here. The text is packed with patristic and scriptural support and it is very enriching. Its three parts are: (1) The Origin of Illness, (2) The Spiritual Meaning of Illness and (3) Christian Paths towards Healing. Our next Class will meet on Tuesday June 19 around 1pm, right after the Vacation Church School Prayers for the end of their school day. Bring your own lunch and join us! Prepare pages 41-53, the end of Chapter 1 (Why does Illness Persist + Illnesses of the body and illnesses of the Soul + The precariousness of health).
PHILOPTOCHOS NEWS
Applications are now being accepted for Camp Agape 2018 in Dunlap. Please respond back to Alexandra Mouzas at alex@alexandramouzas.com. We will forward you an application.
As the Philanthropic arm of the Greek Orthodox Church, Philoptochos is completely self supporting thru your membership and these fundraising events, where 100% of your donation goes to philanthropic causes. The 2018 Membership Drive is in full swing, please answer the call and support Philoptochos in helping those who cannot help themselves. Join us today, your due donation is welcome no matter how much the gift.
Lastly, we have a young college age coed in our community who is looking for part time work. If you need a house sitter, baby sitter, or doggie sitter please contact Philoptochos.
VACATION CHURCH SCHOOL TO BEGIN IN ONE WEEK
GOING FOR THE GOLD
Saint John's Vacation Church School will meet the week of June 18 in Carmel. The registration period is now closed and the School team has begun the preparation work. We welcome young adults and adults who wish to volunteer as staff for any of the five days.
PRAYERS AND LITURGY DURING VCS WEEK
Our Vacation Church School program (June 18-22) includes morning prayers before the school day and brief homilies (9-9:30am). On Thursday, June 21 we will celebrate the Liturgy (9-10am). These services are open to all.
VISIT BY METROPOLITAN NIKITAS
His Eminence Metropolitan Nikitas, will be visiting with us on the feast of the Nativity of Saint John the Baptist, Sunday, June 24. His Eminence will be presiding at the Divine Liturgy and will give a lecture after the fellowship meal on Modern Slavery/ Human Trafficking.
KIDS 'N CANCER
Family & Friends you’re invited to the Philoptochos annual Kids ‘n Cancer BBQ on Sunday, July 8th
There will be fun under the sun at the Fettis Family Farm in sunny Carmel Valley!
Festivities begin at noon.
Enjoy hot dogs & hamburgers, a buffet of tasty treats, games for kids & adults,
and chances to win fun prizes
All profits benefit Camp Agape and Philoptochos ministries
Your support enables us to provide families with these special children a respite from life in the hospital surrounded by nature, love, kindness, and fun
In 2016, our chapter contributed $25 to Kids ‘n Cancer, 2017 $250, 2018 $500, and our ongoing support of our very own beloved cancer warrior Alex
If you would like to become a BBQ sponsor we are need of the following donations:
Prizes, hot dog & hamburger buns, relish tray, condiments, paper-goods, desserts, and soft drinks
RSVP 619-518-2755 or alex@alexandramouzas.com
SERVING THESE SUNDAYS
Serving this Sunday in church and at the fellowship hour following Liturgy:
June 10
PC member: Corkey Balcom
Welcoming: Katherine Shaw
Fellowship: Team Pink – always 2nd Sunday of the month.
June 17
PC member: Larry Brown
Welcoming: Simi Georgalos
Fellowship: Team Orange – always 3rd Sunday of the month.
BOOKSTORE PRESENCE
Many thanks to Athanasios for organizing and running the bookstore sales event last Sunday! He will continue to manage the store and present to us exciting news and ideas to keep us engaged in learning, praying and growing spiritually. Our bookstore is located in Saint Nektarios Chapel and it is waiting for your visit.
BYZANTINE MUSIC CLASS
The Byzantine Chant for Beginners class will take a break for the summer as its instructor is out of town.
CONFESSIONS AT SAINT JOHN’S
Father Ion is available to hear confessions after services and also by appointment at other times. If you need to do confession, please contact him ahead of time.