WELCOME

Welcome Visitors

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.

SCHEDULE OF UPCOMING SERVICES:

Sunday, November 8: Synaxis of the Archangels
- Orthros 8:30 am / Divine Liturgy 9:30 am
Monday, November 9: Nektarios the Wonderworker
- Orthros 9:00 am / Divine Liturgy 10:00 am

For a complete list of services, click here.

40 DAY BABY BLESSING

Congratulations to Phillip & Samantha Gianakos on the 40 day blessing of baby William! Να σας ζήσει. God bless.

Coffee hour today will be sponsored by our Ladies Philoptochos in honor of our veterans.

Gospel and Epistle Readings

Epistle Reading

Synaxis of the Archangel Michael & the other Bodiless Powers: Gabriel, Raphael, Uriel, Salaphiel, Jegudiel, & Barachiel
The Reading is from St. Paul's Letter to the Hebrews 2:2-10

Brethren, if the message declared by angels was valid and every transgression or disobedience received a just retribution, how shall we escape if we neglect such a great salvation? It was declared at first by the Lord, and it was attested to us by those who heard him, while God also bore witness by signs and wonders and various miracles and by gifts of the Holy Spirit distributed according to his own will. For it was not to angels that God subjected the world to come, of which we are speaking. It has been testified somewhere, "What is man that thou art mindful of him, or the son of man, that thou carest for him? Thou didst make him for a little while lower than the angels, thou hast crowned him with glory and honor, putting everything in subjection under his feet." Now in putting everything in subjection to him, he left nothing outside his control. As it is, we do not yet see everything in subjection to him. But we see Jesus, who for a little while was made lower than the angels, crowned with glory and honor because of the suffering of death, so that by the grace of God he might taste death for every one. For it was fitting that he, for whom and by whom all things exist, in bringing many sons to glory, should make the pioneer of their salvation perfect through suffering.

Gospel Reading

7th Sunday of Luke
The Reading is from Luke 8:41-56

At that time, there came to Jesus a man named Jairus, who was a ruler of the synagogue; and falling at Jesus' feet he besought him to come to his house, for he had an only daughter, about twelve years of age, and she was dying. As he went, the people pressed round him. And a woman who had had a flow of blood for twelve years and had spent all her living upon physicians and could not be healed by anyone, came up behind him, and touched the fringe of his garment; and immediately her flow of blood ceased. And Jesus said, "Who was it that touched me?" When all denied it, Peter and those who were with him said, "Master, the multitudes surround you and press upon you!" But Jesus said, "Some one touched me; for I perceive that power has gone forth from me." And when the woman saw that she was not hidden, she came trembling, and falling down before him declared in the presence of all the people why she had touched him, and how she had been immediately healed. And he said to her, "Daughter, your faith has made you well; go in peace." While he was still speaking, a man from the ruler's house came and said, "Your daughter is dead; do not trouble the Teacher any more." But Jesus on hearing this answered him, "Do not fear; only believe, and she shall be well." And when he came to the house, he permitted no one to enter with him, except Peter and John and James, and the father and mother of the child. And all were weeping and bewailing her; but he said, "Do not weep; for she is not dead but sleeping." And they laughed at him, knowing that she was dead. But taking her by the hand he called, saying, "Child, arise." And her spirit returned, and she got up at once; and he directed that something should be given her to eat. And her parents were amazed; but he charged them to tell no one what had happened.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

VETERANS DAY PROGRAM

TODAY, following the Divine Liturgy, our St. Anna Philoptochos will be honoring our Veterans who served their country with courage, honor and strength. Please join us for this brief program in the fellowship hall and thank our Veterans for their service. A special coffee hour will be served in their honor.

FALL GENERAL ASSEMBLY

Our Parish Council cordially invites all St. Anna parishioners to attend our Fall General Assembly Meeting on Sunday, November 22, immediately following Divine Liturgy.

Please join us as we reflect on the many wonderful accomplishments of our parish over the past year and look ahead to the exciting plans and initiatives that will continue to strengthen and enrich our St. Anna community.

Your presence and participation are valued as we work together in faith, fellowship, and unity toward a bright future for our beloved parish.

We look forward to seeing you there!

ARCHON SUNDAY

Each year, the Archons celebrate Archon Sunday as close as possible to November 30, the feast of St. Andrew. On November 22, our very own Archon Mr. Michael Missios will be making a brief presentation to the parish following the Divine Liturgy. He will explain to us the function and purpose of the Archons and explain the role of the Order of St. Andrew in supporting and protecting our Holy Patriarchate in Constantinople. We look forward to Michael's informational presentation and thank him for his commitment to protecting the future of our mother church. Please see Bulletin Inserts for additional information on the Order of St. Andrew.

EMAIL DIRECTORY FOR MINISTRIES

Have a question for a ministry? See the attached list of emails for ministry leads. Visit our website for a comprehensive overview of all the ministries that St. Anna offers. https://www.stannagoc.org/ministries/

See Bulletin Inserts for email list.

PARISH NEWS AT A GLANCE

TODAY, 11/8:

Veterans Day Program
Nativity Chant class
Philoptochos Bake Sale and Christmas Card Sale
Volleyball game at Holmdel

THIS WEEK:

11/9: Greek School and Greek Dance
11/11: Volleyball practice

UPCOMING EVENTS:

11/14: Philoptochos Paint & Sip
11/15: YAL Leadership Sunday & meeting
11/19: Women's Book Club
11/22: Archon Sunday presentation & Fall General Assembly
11/29: Christmas Tree Lighting & Party
12/1: Senior Parea Christmas Party

MINISTRY MATTERS

PHILOPTOCHOS:

The beautiful tradition of our Community Christmas Card is back! Stop by the Philoptochos table to complete a form, or mail in your completed form so that your family can be included on this joyous card to celebrate the birth of our Lord. Please submit your form by November 29 to ensure your family's name is included before the card goes to print. Please see the attached letter in the Bulletin Inserts.
Thanksgiving Bake Sale: Order by November 15; pick up November 22. Please see Popi, or a board member, at the Philoptochos table to place your order.
Our 4th Annual Paint & Sip is on the way! Join us on Saturday, November 14, from 6:00 - 10:00 PM, for a fun evening of food, drinks, silent auction items, and painting. Reserve your tickets at the Philoptochos table TODAY! See the Bulletin Inserts for details.
Vasilopita sales: November 15 - December 6. The cost is $20 for a 2 lb round bread. Stop by the Philoptochos table to pre-order as only a few extra will be available.

Philanthropy & Outreach

Thanksgiving Food Pantry Collection: Donations accepted through November 15. Items in need are: stuffing, cranberry sauce, gravy, salad dressing, tea, coffee, and canned fruits (Collection bin is in church vestibule)
Christmas Giving Tree: November 15 - December 15. Donations will benefit Family Promise and SAFE of Hunterdon County.

BOOKSTORE:

Come visit the Bookstore. Christmas is around the corner and we have an extensive gift selection! Questions? See Angela Ferreira

November recommendations:

*Beautiful icons for sale (donated in memory of Christopher and Georgette Petromelis). All proceeds support the bookstore ministry.
*For children: "H" is for Holy
*For teens/young adults: "A Tiny Step Away from Deepest Faith: Teenager's Search for Meaning"
*For adults: "Wounded by Love" (St. Porphyrios)

SENIOR PAREA

SAVE THE DATE for our Christmas Party on December 1.

WOMEN'S BOOK CLUB:

Next gathering is Thursday, November 19 from 6:00-8:00 PM in the conference room.
We are reading our first book about a contemporary modern female saint, St. Maria of Paris. The book is entitled "Mother Maria Skobtsova: Essential Writings". Copies are available in the bookstore.
Book Club meets on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Questions? See Angela Ferreira.

YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT MINISTRIES:

GREEK SCHOOL

It is not too late to register your children for Greek School. For more information about our Greek School program, please contact Maria Sfondouris at [email protected].

LITTLE BLESSINGS

Please join us every Sunday after receiving Holy Communion for our weekly session!

November 8: Archangels Day
November 15: The Iconostasion
November 22: Giving Thanks to God
November 29: No Class. We will resume classes December 6.

GOYA

GOYA SPORTS: TODAY, our girls volleyball team will have an AWAY game at Holmdel.
If you have a GOYAN interested in joining the team, there is still time. Please contact Polyxeni at [email protected].

YOUNG ADULT LEAGUE (YAL)

The YALs of St. Anna, St. Demetrios Union, St. George Clifton, and St. John the Theologian are teaming up with the NJ Hellenic Federation to bring you a Young Adult Glendi on Friday, November 13 from 7:00 PM-12:00 AM! Scan the QR code on the flyer to get your tickets now! See Bulletin Inserts for flyer.
November 15 marks the final Young Adult Leadership Sunday of 2026! After Liturgy, join us in the middle classroom for our bi-monthly meeting.

PARENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE (PAC)

SAVE THE DATE for our Annual Youth Ministry Christmas Party on November 29, during fellowship hour. Join us for pictures with Santa, Christmas tree lighting, crafts, caroling, and more. Please RSVP to [email protected]. See Bulletin Inserts for flyer.