ADULT EDUCATION - We are now now studying Holy Scripture. Our study is of a practical nature: we are learning about the basics of the Bible, its origin and how to read it with them main focus being how the bible offers answers to the struggles we face in everyday life. Those who are interested in taking part in the class either in person or by telephone or video conferencing are kindly asked to contact Fr. Peter.
SUPERBOWL OF CARING - Many thanks to all who assisted. We collect 45 food items and $318.00 in cash. All food is being donated to Sterling House and all cash donations will be given to Christ Church in Stratford to help defray the utilities and operational costs of hosting the Lord’s Kitchen.
LORD’S KITCHEN - Our Next Meal is Mon, Feb 12, 2018 at Calvary/St. George Church in Bridgeport Please See Mary or Eve if you wish to help.
PREPARING FOR GREAT LENT - The Season of Holy and Great Lent Begins on Monday February 19, 2018! Now is the time to prepare yourself and your family for this wonderful time of year. Spend some time now to put together a personal and family game plan that works for your life situation. Consider how you will increase your personal regiment of prayer, fasting and the performance of good works.
FIRST WEEK OF LENT - PILGRIMAGE - During the first week of Great Lent we will be be embarking on a spiritual pilgrimage with Divine Services being offered daily. Come Take Advantage of the Beauty of the Orthodox Faith and Services and Join us. On Thursday February 22 we will travel to Three Holy Hierarchs Chapel at the University of CT where we will celebrate the Great Canon Service with the members of the UCONN OCF and parishioners of Holy Trinity Church of Willimantic CT. Please see Fr. Peter if you wish carpool. We will join the students for a lenten meal after the service at a local restaurant.
LENTEN READING CHALLENGE: - We will be reading Help I Am Bored In Church: Entering Fully Into Worship In The Divine Liturgy – A newly released book by Fr David Smith which offers four compelling reasons for going to church regardless of how we feel. It also explores six reasons people sometimes feel bored in church, five ways to think about your priest, four ways to participate more fully in services,three kinds of waiting, two kinds of prayer, and the one thing truly needful in our relationship with God. This book will help the reader see church as the best place they could possibly be—and the place they most want to be There will be an opportunity to discuss your reading at our Sunday coffee hour.. Books Are Now On Sale For $11.00 See Fr. Peter!
LENTEN RETREAT Please make plans now to attend the Eastern Regional Lenten Retreat on March 24, 2018 at St. Francis Center for Renewal in Bethlehem, PA. Cost is $35 for adults , $20.00 ages 13-18 and $7.00 ages 7 and under. Bishop Gregory will be keynote Speaker for the Adults and Teens. This year's Theme is “Our Calling as Disciples and Evangelists” Deadline is March 14th. Please see Fr. Peter to take Part.
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES
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Feb 12 |
Father James Gleason |
Birthday |
Feb 16 |
Rick Porter |
Birthday |
FINANCIAL STATISTICS 2/4/18
|
Pew Collection |
1227.00 |
7 Day Candles |
6.00 |
First Sunday Collection |
174.00 |
Metropolitan/Bishop Fund |
10.00 |
Lots O Luck Calendar Sales |
250.00 |
ACRY Dues |
300.00 |
Dues |
230.00 |
TOTAL |
$2,197.00 |