Welcome to Saint George Greek Orthodox Church!!!

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Sunday, October 4, 2026, 2nd Sunday of Luke

8:30 am Orthros

9:30 am Divine Liturgy

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Memorials

Christodoulos Sevastakis ~ 40 days

Nicholas Hansen ~ 5 years

May their memory be eternal

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Baby Blessing

Dimitri Fotinos

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Saint George Protocol for reception of Holy Communion

The Choir, Newly Illumined & Sunday School teachers will receive first

All other parishioners please remain in your pews & follow direction of the Parish Council

We appreciate your cooperation

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Today we commemorate:

Hierotheus, Bishop of Athens

Domnina the Martyr & her daughters

John the Hermit

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Welcome Newcomers & Visitors!

Liturgical services are live streamed

Live Stream on Facebook, link for services

(Facebook membership NOT required)

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We kindly ask that you please wait Until the End of Divine Liturgy to Attend Coffee Hour!

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Today's Coffee Hour is sponsored 

in loving memory of Christodoulos Sevastakis by his family

& in loving memory of Nicholas Hansen by his family

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Visit our website: www.stgeorgeap.org & click on Live Stream

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Visit our website for daily/monthly list of Name Days 

Wish 'Xronia Polla' to those celebrating!

Click Here 

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"Light A Candle & Say A Prayer" for Today's Liturgy. Visit our webpage https://saintgeorgenj.square.site/ & include names so that our priest may silently pray for them during Liturgy 

To Light a Candle

 Click Here

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To ensure the continued safety of our community, please note the following security protocols in place each Sunday until further notice:

Doors will be locked at both the Administration Building Office entrance & at the Cultural Center. Please enter through the breezeway ramp doors (either side) where a Parish Council Member will be present.

Our Cultural Center doors will be locked at the side door and opened by a Parish Council Member after Liturgy. If you should need access to the Cultural Center prior, please enter through the front doors of the Cultural Center where a Hospitality Member will open for you.

Thank you for your cooperation.

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Message of Gratitude and Invitation from the Saint George Stewardship Ministry

As we head into warmer weather and our hearts are lifted by the beauty of the season, we take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to the faithful stewards of our Saint George community.

Your continued commitment—through your time, talents, and treasures—sustains the spiritual and practical life of our parish in countless ways.

Whether you serve quietly behind the scenes or lead with visible dedication, your contributions are a reflection of Christ’s love and service.

To those who are not yet involved or are feeling called to do more: We invite you to step forward and become part of the stewardship life of Saint George. There is a place for everyone.

Stewardship is about giving—and belonging, growing, and walking more closely with God and one another.

“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.”— 1 Peter 4:10

Let us continue, together, to build a parish rooted in faith, service, and community.

With gratitude and hope,

In Christ’s Love,                                                             

Stewardship Committee

Aris Pavlides, Chair

Tom Georges

Paul Koutouzakis

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Metropolis of NJ Upcoming Youth Events ~ 2026 - 2027

Please see flyer below

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Faithful Hands ~ Every Tuesday

Knitting & Crochet Ministry in the Library

3:00 - 5:00 pm

All welcome - teaching available for any who have never knitted or crocheted

Contact Bea Paparsenos  cell: 732-585-3402 or email: [email protected]

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Mythos Greek Dance ~ Register Youth Dancers

Dance Directors: Alex & Athena Thomas

Registration, liability & payment forms are available

Use this link

Practices on Wednesdays in the Cultural Center

Jr. Group (7/8 - 12 years old): 6:30 - 7:30 PM

GOYA Group (7th - 12th Grade): 7:30 - 8:30 pm

All experience levels are welcome

Look forward to seeing new & returning dancers to truly make this program, one that Fr. Andrew loved & supported greatly, be the best it can be!!!

Questions? Contact Alex Thomas: [email protected] or 732-216-1513

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Kali Parea Returns ~ Thursday, October 15

12:30 pm ~ Youth Lounge

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PITSIRIKIA DANCE Returns Monday, October 19, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 

Ages 4 - 7 Registration is open on line. 

PLEASE VISIT: https://www.stgeorgeap.org/pitsirikia/

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AHEPA #287 ~ 4th Annual Fundraiser ~ Friday, October 23, 2026

AHEPA #287 proudly presents its 4th Annual Fundraiser in support of our youth & community on October 23, 2026, at the Grand Marquis in Old Bridge ~ 'Cards, Cuts, & Cocktails' features a fantastic evening with a wonderful dinner, an open bar, complimentary cigars, & an exciting gift auction alongside an exciting tournament with prizes ~ Admission is $195 for players & $150 for dinner and bar guests, with check-in starting at 6:00 PM ~ Please reach out to Peter Venetis at [email protected] by October 9th, 2026, to RSVP!

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The Daughters of Penelope Aulis 195 are holding their annual Spanakopita Sale.

Order Deadline: October 18, 2026

Pickup Options:
Saturday, November 14 — 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Sunday, November 15 — following Liturgy, 11:30 AM–1:00 PM

Order and pay online or with Effie Buludis:
bit.ly/dopspanakopita 

908-433-5977

See flyer below 

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Autumn Dinner Fundraiser, Saturday, November 14, 2026

Cultural Center, 5:00 pm ~ 9:00 pm

To benefit our St. George Church

See flyer below for pricing & details

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Volunteers Needed! Come Join Us in the Wedding Ministry!!!

In Need of Help for the Rehearsal & Wedding Days if you have time & interest!

For more information, call the Church Office @ 732-775-2777

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Greek School Registration is due for those attending classes this year. 

Please join the beautiful community that has been created for our young students! First day of classes: September 16th!!!

Greek School Registration Link

Please complete the following to register:

1. Fill out registration form & process payment 

2. Complete liability form

3. Be in Good Standing with your Stewardship

Questions about Greek School??? Please email Antonia Tsiandi: [email protected]

Questions re: payment & stewardship, contact Church Office: 732-775-2777

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St. George Philoptochos ~ Project Sam ~ A Special Needs Orthodox Ministry of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of New Jersey seeking to reconnect people with special needs to the Orthodox Faith

See flyer below

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Holy Cross Launches Catechesis Continuing Education Program

See Registration information & classes offered

Register Here 

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 **** New Ministry **** Prosforo Baking!!!

No experience necessary!

Need more info? Contact Claire Chrysanthopoulos: (732) 236-9405

SignUp Genius Link ~ Link contains recipe on baking Prosforo

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St. George Security!!

~~~ Propping of doors is NOT permitted ~~~

~~~ Bags & Backpacks might be subject to inspection ~~~

Constant reinforcement of security measures & procedures always maintain a trouble free environment for our community!!! Please be vigilant!!!

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St. George Iconography

List of available Icons on our website ~ AVAILABLE ICONS 

We ask those of you who have pledged to please fulfill your pledge - To those of you who have not yet contributed, please join us - In addition, the Gold Leaf Program or any donation you would like to offer to the Community Icon is available - Contact Athena Loesch or Anne Papageorge

Thank you for your generosity

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St. George Beacon Advertising ~ Contact

Church Office: 732-775-2777

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Fellowship of Prayer

Use this link to pray for those who are in need of prayer at this time

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The Mustard Seed Bookstore

Open Sundays following Divine Liturgy

Or weekdays during office hours, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

For inquiries, contact the Church Office 

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Bible Study

Tuesday, October 6, 2026 ~ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm via zoom

The Wisdom of Sirach, Chapters 38 & 39

Please contact the church office for the zoom login info