PLEASE NOTE: In light of the COVID-19 Virus, and until further notice, the following precautions will be taken:

We are pleased to announce that we have been given permission by Metropolitan Savas to enter into the  “GREEN Phase”. Please note, ALL services and Divine Liturgies will continue to take place as scheduled but with the following guidelines:

• Those over 65 years of age CAN now attend church services
• Everyone must still wear a mask
• We must continue to practice social distancing
• We will continue to take temperatures
• The church cannot be filled to more than 50% capacity
• The only entrance that will be open is the glass doors by the elevator ~ all other entrances will be locked
• Following services, we kindly ask that you return to your vehicle and enjoy the rest of your day
• Those with immunocompromised conditions, no matter their age, should not be in church but rather follow the service online at home
• Liturgy begins at 9:30 a.m. so we ask that you arrive promptly so that our ushers may also take part in the service
• Once the church reaches its capacity, the doors will be locked
• LIVE services can be viewed on our Parish YouTube Page ~ click here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKfvvY35FtK8GWWctrUqENg

All other activities in the parish have been SUSPENDED until further notice

All meetings will be done virtually through Zoom

1. During these difficult days, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call Fr. Costas on his cell at 440-669-1316.
2. Today ~ MNYMOSINA: 5 years for Michael Alex; 1 year for Theodore Pallas; TRISAGIA: for James Pallas, for Rose and Jim Vardas; for Helen, Jim, Pete, and Teddy Alex; for Mike, Tula, and Allea Sfekas; for Bill and Fanny Pyros; for Stamati Langos, for Nick and Deena Alexander; for Clara Kostantaras; for Charlie and Dixie Mallios; for George Kappos; 40 days for Athanasia Photinos Cahill.
3. Today ~ Artoclasia for the health of the Vitakis family; Blessing of Phanouropita.
4. Monday ~ Labor Day, office closed.
5. Tuesday ~ Nativity of the Theotokos; 8:30 a.m. Orthros; 9:30 a.m. Liturgy.
6. Tuesday ~ 7:00 pm. Home Committee meeting.
7. Wednesday & Thursday ~ All dayVirtual National Clergy Laity Congress meetings.
8. September 1 – 30 ~ Virtual Grecian Festival Fundraiser through Facebook. Donations can be made with credit card on Facebook without fees or by check mailed to the church office.  You don’t need a Facebook account to donate. Special perks for business donors as well.  All donors will have an opportunity to get a $25 gift card to next year’s Festival ~ July 15 – 18, 2020.
9. Stewardship ~Thanks to all who completed and returned their 2020 Stewardship Commitment Card. Please continue to mail your stewardship donation to the church office or submit on our website. If there is anything the committee can do for you, call the office, leave a message, and someone will get back to you! God bless you and be safe. 
10. Light a Candle and Say a Prayer ~ those attending church will have the opportunity to light a candle with the assistance of the ushers.  Those at home can still light a candle online, but must place their request by 3:00 PM on Friday for the candles to be lit on Sunday.  Visit https://www.stpaulgoc.org/about-us/candles. Questions? Call the church office.
11. Final Phase of PAVE THE WAY IS COMPLETED You can still donate towards this project if you have not done so yet. Donations can be made on the Stewardship page of our website by clicking on PTW Phase II: https://www.stpaulgoc.org/ministries/stewardship/.
12. Babysitting ~ with children being at home, and many parents working from home, our St Paul families are in great need to find reliable individuals within our St Paul community to help out.  Additionally, many of our St Paul families are looking for babysitters. To submit your name asa babysitter or a parent who is looking for a babysitter, register by following this link and someone will contact you: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfkY-1wnbtkXu--_sxgAUXws5k1rxKblp9MPnaDoXjeHZm1ug/viewform
13. Philoptochos Membership ~ “Come join us!” Please remember to join your local St. Paul Philoptochos in 2020 and become a “friend of the poor.” Forms and contributions can either be mailed to the church office or paid online at this time.

1. Next Sunday ~ Epistle Reading I Corinthians 16:13-24, Gospel Luke 16:9-2/0.
2. Next Sunday ~ 4:00 p.m. GOYA meeting ice cream social via ZOOM. Look for email invitation to be sent from goya@stpaulgoc.org.
3. Next Sunday & September 20 ~ Philoptochos Drive Thru Bake Sale.
4. September 14 ~ Exaltation of the Holy Cross; 8:30 a.m. Orthros; 9:30 a.m. Liturgy.
5. September 14 ~ 5:30 p.m. Greek School begins via ZOOM. Respond to https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeIE1LW0giw8-cnsOa6K9q5Nf6GZ-1Adu2BjjEKrxKheNbb3g/viewform.
6. September 16 ~ 7:00 p.m. monthly Parish Council meeting.
7. September 20 ~ 11:30 p.m. Sunday School begins via ZOOM. Register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeIE1LW0giw8-cnsOa6K9q5Nf6GZ-1Adu2BjjEKrxKheNbb3g/viewform.
8. September 20 ~ 11:30 a.m. Adult Catechism begins via ZOOM.  Register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5X-xnH2z2S-QiQhVB1L9Bh2ja6lEM7LHn6Ofs7y1hbw6KlQ/viewform.
9. September 22 ~ 10:00 a.m. Women’s Study Group with Elaine Poulos. Register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5X-xnH2z2S-QiQhVB1L9Bh2ja6lEM7LHn6Ofs7y1hbw6KlQ/viewform.
10. September 24 ~ 7:00 p.m. Bible Study with Father Costas begins via ZOOM.  Register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5X-xnH2z2S-QiQhVB1L9Bh2ja6lEM7LHn6Ofs7y1hbw6KlQ/viewform.
11. September 25 ~ 6:30 p.m. HOPE / JOY Scavenger Hunt via ZOOM with Father Costas and Presvytera Nicole.  Respond to email and register.

    Upcoming Events in Greater Cleveland and Beyond

1. September 12 ~ 10:00 a.m. Eastern Orthodox Women’s Guild meeting at St Matthew on Albion Road in North Royalton.