Communion
03/24/2024
There is no children's sermon today due to the additional programs at the end. So, Sunday School students will approach communion with their godparents/family. We will approach the chalice through the center aisle beginning with the first pew, followed by the second pew, etc.
If you are not Orthodox or not prepared to receive Holy Communion please come forward and ask the priest for a blessing.
Pray for our new Catechumens
03/24/2024
Our St. Nicholas family has 8 new Catechuments planning to join the Holy Orthodox Church on Lazarus Saturday, April 27th. Please be sure to welcome them and congratulate them and their godparents.
During Lent please add these names to your prayers:
1. Joshua & godfather Word 5. Brendan & godfather Clay
2. Shannon (Eugenia) & godmother
Natalie 6. Mattison(Joshua) & godfather Chris
3. MacKenzie (Kalliope) &
godmother Esther 7. Aimee (Agape) & godmother Laila
4. William (James) & godfather
Rick 8. Virginie (Mary Magdalene)
Happy Greek Independence Day!
03/24/2024
Today, several of our Greek School students will be sharing a short presentation in honor of Greek Independence Day at the end of Divine Liturgy. We hope you enjoy!
Easter Bake Sale
03/24/2024
Easter Bake Sale: Thurs 28th -Fri 29th from 9 am - 6pm is our annual Easter Bake Sale. Please come and help if you can! It is like a mini Greek Fest and we hope and pray it will be successful. Please contact anyone on our Parish Council if you would like to help out! Please share from our Facebook page and tell your friends and family! Lots of delicious treats! Yes, you can order on-line! www.stnicholasgoc.net
Pitia Fundraiser
03/24/2024
The Saint George Society will be selling fresh homemade Pitia. This is a Lenten-friendly pastry that is similar to spanakopita native from the island of Karpathos in Greece. You can contact Fotini Dimarhos at 361-903-0200 to place your orders. Buy a dozen for $30 or only one for $3. Enjoy! Deadline to place your order is March 31st.
Coffee Hour Sign-up List
03/24/2024
Please consider signing up to host a Coffee Hour. Ask a friend of family (or more) to join you! The list is downstairs on the pillar. Please be mindful of the fasting seasons of the church. This ministry does not need to be too extravagent. A few simple snacks and help stay to clean up at the end is all that is necessary. Please see Esther if you have any questions.
Online Calendar
03/24/2024
Please visit the Church Calendar on our webside www.stnicholasgoc.net. for the dates and times of all upcoming church services and events. As we enter into Lent it is a time of prayer and the church has many services throughout the weeks ahead.
St. Nicholas Bookstore
03/24/2024
Visit our bookstore located in the Narthex. We hope you find some treasures!
Hooks Baseball Game: May 26th at 6:35 p.m.
03/24/2024
Hooks Baseball Game: Sunday May 26th at 6:35pm come see the Corpus Christi Hooks beat the Arkansas Travelers at Whataburger Field! Tickets are $15/person. Please contact Presvytera Karen if you are interested in joining us!
Email: karen.bartz08@gmail.com
You don’t want to miss out on this fun time! Be sure to reserve your (limited) seats today! Firework show after the game! Cash or Check only. Check made out to: St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church & write in memo: “Hooks Baseball Game”
Eucharistic Fast for Pre-Sanctified Liturgy
03/24/2024
Just as a reminder, on days when we plan on receiving Holy Communion, we ought to refrain from eating and drinking 6 hours prior to Divine Liturgy. If one needs to take medication, please do so with light food and drink as part of preparation to in receiving Holy Communion. If you have any questions about this or any other pastoral exception regarding fasting, please see Father Thomas.
The Great Fast
03/24/2024
The Great Fast: During Great Lent, when we eat, our diet is dependent upon the day of the week:
|
Sat - Sun |
Mon - Fri |
Vegan Food |
Yes |
Yes |
Shellfish |
Yes |
Yes |
Oil |
Yes |
No |
Wine |
Yes |
No |
Confession
03/24/2024
If the times of confession listed online don't work with your schedule, or you feel that you might need a bit longe for confession, please schedule a time with Fr. Thomas frthomas.stnicholaschurch@gmail.com.
Visitors
03/24/2024
We welcome all visitors. Please introduce yourself to Fr. Thomas at the end of the service and if you are able, please stay for the Coffee Hour.
Forgot Your Tithe?
03/24/2024
Forgot your tithe? If you don't have cash on you, don't feel bad or guilty. You can use your phone. Just use this QR Code below and follow the link to PayPal. We are very grateful for your generousity!
Church Committees
03/24/2024
Building Committee: Joe Krzeszewski and George Spentzos
Stewardship Committee: Mitch Hamauei, Chris Palfryman, and Sofia D. Vassilaras,
Welcome Committee: Kostadina Chryssos, Chris Palfreyman, Sotiria Spentzos, and Esther Valverde
Food and Bakesale Committee: Sophia Sakellis, Joann Talarantas and Irene Tsambounieres
Activities/Events Committee: George Halkias
Upcoming Church Services
03/24/2024
UPCOMING CHURCH SERVICES
Sun. Mar. 24 1st Sunday of Lent
5:00 p.m. Vespers for the Annunciation
Mon. Mar. 25 Feast of the Annunciation
8:30 a.m. Orthros
9:30 p.m. Divine Liturgy
6:00 p.m. Great Compline
Wed. Mar. 27 2nd Wednesday of Lent
6:00 p.m. Pre-Sanctified Liturgy
Thurs. Mar. 28 2nd Thursday of Lent
9:00 a.m. Orthros
6:00 p.m. Compline
Fri. Mar. 29 2nd Friday of Lent
3:30 p.m. Pre-Sanctified Liturgy
7:00 p.m. Salutations #2
Sat. Mar. 30 2nd Saturday of Lent
5:00 p.m. Great Vespers
6:00 p.m. Confession
Sun. Mar 31 Sunday of St. Gregory Palamas
8:45 a.m Orthros
10:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy