Sunday Services HOURS: Orthros 8:30 am / Divine Liturgy 9:30 am
Weekday Services: See parish website calendar link for updates.
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We extend a heartfelt welcome to all our visitors and newcomers - may you feel at home as you worship with us. Please join us for fellowship hour following the Divine Liturgy. Take a moment to sign our guest book in the Narthex so we can stay in touch and share more about the parish life at St. Anna.
*NOTE: We are back to regular hours.
For a complete list of services, click here.
Sunday before Holy Cross
The Reading is from St. Paul's Letter to the Galatians 6:11-18
Brethren, see with what large letters I am writing to you with my own hand. It is those who want to make a good showing in the flesh that would compel you to be circumcised, and only in order that they may not be persecuted for the cross of Christ. For even those who receive circumcision do not themselves keep the law, but they desire to have you circumcised that they may glory in your flesh. But far be it from me to glory except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world. For neither circumcision counts for anything, nor uncircumcision, but a new creation. Peace and mercy be upon all who walk by this rule, upon the Israel of God. Henceforth let no man trouble me; for I bear on my body the marks of Jesus. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit, brethren. Amen.
Sunday before Holy Cross
The Reading is from John 3:13-17
The Lord said, "No one has ascended into heaven but he who descended from heaven, the Son of man who is in heaven. And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, so must the Son of man be lifted up, that whoever believes in him may have eternal life.
"For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. For God sent the Son into the world, not to condemn the world, but that the world might be saved through him."
This Sunday, September 13, our ministry leads will be available during Fellowship Hour to answer your questions and assist with registration. Come and learn about all that St. Anna has to offer! All children must be registered and any applicable fees paid before participating in a ministry.
Fall youth ministry registration is underway. Please complete our new Universal Youth Ministry Registration Form for the 2026/2027 ministry year. We encourage all to use the online form but if you prefer to complete a hard copy form, copies will be available during the Ministry Fair on Sept. 13.
Families only need to complete ONE form per child and indicate which ministries they plan to participate in, including Sunday School, Little Blessings, GOYA, Junior Greek Dance, and Senior Greek Dance. (Please note that Greek School registration will continue to be handled separately.)
Our goal is to have all students registered BEFORE ministries begin in the fall, so we encourage families to submit their forms as soon as possible.
UPDATE: 63 out of 144 stewards have responded. 44% response rate. 2 weeks to go..
It’s time to update our parish directory! Submissions are due no later than September 27.
The goal is to have ALL parishioners complete the Parish Directory Google Form (or a hard copy form available at church). This will allow us to electronically update our parish records and then compile and print a new Parish Directory for everyone.
Your participation will help us ensure that our contact information is accurate and that our parish community stays well connected.
LITTLE BLESSINGS
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
YOUNG ADULT LEAGUE (YAL)
Our summer reading selection is "God’s Path to Sanity: Lessons from Ancient Holy Counselors on How to Have a Sound Mind" by Dee Pennock, which is currently available in the bookstore.
Book Club meets on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Next gathering is Thursday, Sept. 17, from 6:00-8:00 pm in the conference room. Questions? See Angela Ferreira.
Read the latest Diakonia Newsletter for this Sunday
https://bulletinbuilder.org/diakonia-newsletter/2026-09-13?source=bulletin_web
September 13, 2026
The AHEPA Chapter 72 of St. George Hamilton is having an event on September 25-26. We would like to invite St. Anna parishioners to come and enjoy.
Calling all young adults ages 18-35 to the Archdiocesan District's YAL Conference 2026 in NYC! Dates: 10/9-10/12
Join Father Simeon on Oct 9-11 for an Orthodox Young Adults Retreat hosted by St. Anthony's Young Adult group, Bergenfield, NJ.
If you are interested in sponsoring a Coffee Hour, please see the attached flyer for details. The coffee hour sign-up sheet has been moved to the hallway table, by the office. Or you may contact the office at (908) 968-4004. Thank you!