A memorial will be chanted today in memory of James Mellis; may his memory be eternal.
Coffee Hour this Sunday is hosted by Renee & Jim Hyrkas in memory of James Mellis.
Please consider hosting coffee hour in memory of a loved one or when celebrating an occasion. Click here to sign up.
Upcoming Hosts:
Mar. 5th Host needed
Mar. 12th Host needed
Mar. 19th Hosted by Greek School
Godparents/Godchildren Sunday: Today we will hold an artoklasia to honor the special bond between godparents and their godchildren. We encourage you to make arrangements to worship together and prepare to receive Holy Communion as we begin our Lenten journey.
Great Compline every Monday at 6:00 pm. This is a prayer service in which many psalms are chanted together with evening prayers. It includes the well-known hymns “God is with Us” and “O Lord of Hosts”.
Great Lent Services:
Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts: Wednesdays at 6:00 pm and every Friday at 9:00 am. This special liturgy is allowed only during the Great Fast. The Divine Liturgy may not be celebrated on weekdays during Great Lent. However, the need still exists, especially during this time of year when we are struggling against evil and our own weaknesses, to receive the Body and Blood of Christ more often. Therefore, the priest consecrates an extra host on the previous Sunday which is then used during this liturgy, thus the name Pre-Sanctified Liturgy. This is one of the most beautiful services of the Church. Fasting is required from at least the noon meal in order to receive Holy Communion.
The Akathist Service to the Theotokos every Friday at 7:00 pm: This service is a Small Compline service and the Canon and salutations to the Theotokos. It is celebrated on the first five Fridays of the Great Fast.
Lenten Talk: Join us on Wednesdays after the Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts beginning March 8th for a brief lecture and discussion series on the "Cornerstones of Great Lent" followed by a potluck fellowship.
The 3rd Saturday of Souls is on March 4th.
The next Choir Practice will be held on March 5th following the Divine Liturgy and Coffee Hour.
Bible Study: Bible study class is on Wednesdays at 5 pm. We're studying the 11 Sunday Morning Resurrection Gospel Readings. Come and join us.
Great Lent is fast approaching! If you would like to decorate the icon of the Theotokos for the Salutations, the Bridegroom or Mystical Supper, and/or contribute to the cost of the flowers for the icons please contact the church office.
Dates Available
March 3rd (Salutations)
March 10th (Salutations)
March 17th (Salutations)
March 24th (Salutations)
March 31st (Akathist)
April 9th (Bridegroom)
April 12th (Mystical Supper)
Earthquake in Turkey & Syria The time to help is now!
Please keep the victims, their families and loved ones in your prayers and please be as generous as possible. Donations can be made online: https://ppay.co/-N5VYeUg5JI. Checks may also be sent to the National Philoptochos Society, 126 East 37th Street, New York, NY 10016 in the memo stating, “Turkey and Syria Earthquake Relief Fund.”
Click here to read the full press release on the emergency disbursement for Turkey and Syria.
2023 Stewardship: If you would like to pick up a 2023 Stewardship card, they are available in the Narthex. Click here to fill out yours.
Please contribute towards the Philoptochos Lenten Food Drive which supports the Frederick Food Bank. There is a great need in our community. Encourage your family, friends, and neighbors to donate the needed food items. We will have a drop-off location in the Narthex throughout the Lenten season.
St. Eugenia Ladies Philoptochos: Join the Philoptochos: PHILANTHROPY - FELLOWSHIP - FAITH IN ACTION. We invite all stewards of the Church to experience the beauty that can be found in service to others. 2023 Philoptochos Stewardship Sign-up