ORTHROS BEGINS AT 8:30AM & THE DIVINE LITURGY BEGINS AT 9:30AM 

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To find the prayers for each service and to follow along, visit the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America’s Digital Chant Stand at https://digitalchantstand.goarch.org.  

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WE WELCOME EVERYONE TO OUR CHURCH COMMUNITY! 

We are pleased that you have joined us for prayer and worship. Please join us after the Divine Services in our Fr. John & Presvytera Margaret Orfanakos Fellowship Hall for our Hospitality Hour. 

Memorial Services Today For:

James Halkias – 1 years                    Zoe Lendis – 15 years

Michael Halkias – 45 years                Kalliopi Halkias – 69 years

May their memories be eternal. 

The Apostles’ Fast begins on the eighth day after Pentecost. This year it began right after the Sunday of All Saints on June 12^th and will ends on June 28^th, the eve of the Feast Day of Ss Peter and Paul the Apostles celebrated on June 29^th. During this fast, one may consume fish on Saturdays & Sundays but not dairy. 

A FATHER’S PRAYER 

By General Douglas Macarthur  

Build me a son, O Lord, who will be strong enough to know when he is weak, and brave enough to face himself when he is afraid; one who will be proud and unbending in honest defeat, and humble and gentle in victory.  

Build me a son whose wishbone will not be where his backbone should be; a son who will know thee and that to know himself is the foundation stone of knowledge. 

Lead him, I pray not in the path of ease and comfort, but under the stress and spur of difficulties and challenge.  Here let him learn to stand up in the storm; here let him learn compassion for those who fail.  

Build me a son whose heart will be clear, whose goal will be high; a son who will master himself before he seeks to master other men; one who will learn to laugh, yet never forget how to weep; one who will reach into the future, yet never forget the past. 

And after all these things are his, add, I pray, enough of a sense of humor, so that he may always be serious, yet never take himself too seriously.  Give him humility, so that he may always remember the simplicity of true greatness, the open mind of true wisdom, the meekness of true strength.  

Then I, his father, will dare to whisper, “I have not lived in vain.”  

Liturgical Schedule:

Friday, June 30^th – Synaxis of the Twelve Holy Apostles and Name Day Celebration of His Grace Bishop Apostolos of Medeia at St. Athanasios in Paramus, NJ. Orthros & Hierarchical Divine Liturgy begin at 9:00AM. A luncheon reception will follow in the Parish Hall. All are invited and encouraged to attend and show our love for His Grace. 

Special Prayers During Church Services:

Requests for Memorial Services, Artoclasias, 40-day baby blessings, Fanouropites, etc. are welcomed. We ask that you please let the office know ahead of time so that we can include your special service in the Sunday bulletin. 

FOLLOW THE LIGHT:

Please direct your attention to the tiny electric votive light directly above the Holy Altar Gate. It is located right above the icon of the Last Supper. When the light is on – please stand. When the light is off – you may sit. 

Mark Your Calendar: 

*****Fr. Peter will be on vacation from June 29^th to July 26^th

June 26^th – June 30^th …………..St. George VCS Summer Camp

Sunday, September 17^th ………Metropolis of NJ Holy Cross Celebration in Ocean Grove, NJ 

Camp Good Shepherd:

This is a wonderful opportunity for children to have a transformative summer camp experience deeply rooted in faith, fellowship, and personal growth. The New Jersey camp runs from July 16^th – July 22^nd and takes place at Camp Lindwood Macdonald, Sandyston, NJ. For more information, please email [email protected]. In an effort to ensure that all interested children have an equal chance to attend, a financial aid program by the Metropolis has been established. If any family requires financial assistance, we ask that you speak to Fr. Peter directly. Rest assured, all information provided will be handled with the utmost confidentiality and sensitivity. Together, we can help create unforgettable memories and spiritual growth opportunities for the children in our sacred Metropolis. 

St. George VCS Summer Camp:

Camp will be held from Monday, June 26^th - Friday, June 30^th.  Campers are ages 5 – 12 years old.  The registration fee is $200 before June 18^th.  After June 18^th the fee increases to $250. Daily attendance will be allowed for a fee of $40 a day. Counselors ages 13 (going into 8th grade) through 17 are welcome and the registration fee is $25. For more information contact Stella Shizas (862) 591-8164 or Elaine Manoliadis (973) 865-9452 or email [email protected].

Philoptochos News:  

We would like to thank everyone who supported our Bowling Fundraiser to benefit the Market Street Mission. Everyone had a great time!  We also want to thank everyone who made a donation. We are so grateful for you all who give in this way to help our homeless neighbors. Loving your neighbor is the first step towards loving God. Thank you for caring.

Stewardship:

We invite you and your family to participate in our spiritual, outreach, social and youth ministries. The Church is here for you and your family to proclaim the Orthodox Faith and make our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and His Church the center of your family’s life!  We invite all those who have offered an annual gift in the past to try and maintain or even increase their contribution this year. For those that have never given an annual gift, we need your help. We understand that philanthropy is something very personal. Each person is invited to give according to their ability. If you are able, please consider joining one of the following giving levels this year: ($5,000 or more – Grand Benefactors, $2500-$4,999 – Benefactors, $1,000-$2,499 – House of Stewards, $800-$999- Patrons). Of course, whatever you decide to give please know that you have our utmost gratitude and appreciation, and please know our Church is here to serve your each and every need. The important thing to keep in mind is that we need everyone to do something. Sincere thanks to those who have already made their Stewardship Commitment for 2023!  

Sponsor A Day Program:

One way to help the church is through our “Sponsor A Day” program.  We encourage our parishioners to select a day that has special meaning to them like a birthday, feast day, anniversary or a memorial and make a suggested donation of $250. We would like to thank Ross Halkias for sponsoring June 18^th in memory of his brother and parents. For more information about the program, please speak to one of our Parish Council members, Ministry Leaders or call the church office.

 Please consider sponsoring these feast days:

• June 24^th – The Nativity of St. John the Baptist
• June 29^th – Ss Peter & Paul the Holy Apostles
• June 30^th – Synaxis of the Twelve Holy Apostles
• The Church will be open on the above three days if you wish to come and pray