Coffee Hour Cancelled
08/04/2024
Coffee Hour Cancelled: Today’s Coffee Hour is cancelled due to ongoing work being done downstairs. The Parish Council needs help moving heavy items so that work can be done on the walls and floors. This will be quick. If you are able to stay for a little bit after church downstairs to help move some machines that would be greatly appreciated! Please no children downstairs.
Communion
08/04/2024
Starting with the first pew, followed by the second pew, third pew, etc. approach the chalice via the center aisle. Children will not approach first. They will accompany their families as there is no Sunday School today. ***Note: 2nd Priest Line If you are not Orthodox or not prepared to receive Holy Communion please come forward and ask the priest on the left (not holding chalice) for a blessing. All people are welcome to partake of the blessed bread (antidoron). This is not communion.
Dormition Fast
08/04/2024
Grapes
Grapes: Tuesday August 6th is the Feast of Holy Transfiguration. In celebration of this wonderful feast, if you are able, please bring your ready-to-eat grapes (clean and cut into individual serving sizes) to church to be blessed and distributed at the end of service.
Greek Dance Practice
08/04/2024
Greek Dance Practice today at 3:00 p.m: If your child is in the little children’s group for Greek Dance please come to the St. George Society (Spoitiko) at 3:00 p.m. for the juniors & 4:00 p.m., for the younger group. Address: 5902 Kostoryz Road. This will be led by Sofia Piperis. Please reach out to her with any questions.
Saint Nicholas Summer Book Study has started
08/04/2024
Saint Nicholas Summer Book Study has only one more meeting! Thursday, August 22nd at 6pm, we will complete our Book Study of The Way of a Pilgrim. We will meet in the Church Fellowship Hall downstairs.
Sunday School Teachers Meeting
08/04/2024
Sunday School Teachers Meeting: All Teachers & Assistants please come to church on Saturday August 24 th at 3:00pm to go over the Sunday School Calendar and Vision for the year. We will also have time to prepare our classrooms and go over lessons.
St. Mamas Pet Blessing:
08/04/2024
St. Mamas Pet Blessing: On Saturday, September 7, at 10:30 am, we will have a short pet blessing service outside the fellowship doors on the turf. The service will include a prayer of St. Mamas for our pets. St. Mamas (Feast Day is Sept 2nd) has a very special connection with God’s creation and animals. Don’t forget to bring your pets!
Altar Boy Training
08/04/2024
Altar Boy Training: In order to faithfully and beautifully serve in the altar this year please attend a training with Father Thomas at 6:00pm on Saturday September 7 th. This is required yearly training for all altar boys no matter how long you have served in the altar before. This training is open to all Orthodox males ages 8+. If you cannot make this date then a make-up time should be arranged.
Sunday School Begins Next Mong
08/04/2024
Sunday School Begins Next Month! Sunday September 8th is our first day of Sunday School! If you have not yet signed up your child for Sunday School please reach out to Presvytera Karen via email [email protected] or 361-533-8864 ASAP. Thank you!
Sunday School Yearly Kick-Off
08/04/2024
Sunday School Yearly Kick-Off! Join us at Hurricane Alley on Sunday September 8th from 4pm-8pm. Pizza & drinks will be provided. Children & adults are all welcome! Cost is only: $5 per person. Pay to Presvytera Karen. Reach out to reserve your ticket: 361-533-8864.
Intro Into Orthodoxy Class
08/04/2024
If you would like to know more about the Orthodox faith- this class is for you! We will meet on Wednesdays at 5:30pm for Evening Prayer followed by the class at 6:30pm. The first class will be held Sept 25 th . Child-care is provided. Open to all!
Bible Study
08/04/2024
Want to learn more about the Holy Scriptures? Hear what Father Thomas has to share about context & historical interpretations of the Bible. Experience the Scriptures come to life. The Bible studies will be held on most Thursdays in the Fellowship Hall at 6pm beginning September 26th. Refreshments will be provided.
Car Raffle Tickets On Sale Now!
08/04/2024
For only $50 you can entere to win a brand new Nissan Rogue! If you have not yet purchased your raffle ticket(s), please see Mrs. Constance Sanchez at the designated table downstairs during the Coffee Hour. Thanks!
Coffee Hour Sign-up List
08/04/2024
Visitors
08/04/2024
We welcome all visitors. Please introduce yourself to Fr. Thomas at the end of the service and if you are able, please stay for the Coffee Hour.
Confession
08/04/2024
Father Thomas will be available for confession each Saturday after the service of Great Vespers. There is no need to make an appointment. if you would like to schedule a time outside of Saturday evening for confession please contact Fr. Thomas. [email protected]
St. Nicholas Bookstore
08/04/2024
Visit our bookstore located downstairs in the Fellowship Hall. We hope you find some treasures!
Forgot Your Tithe?
08/04/2024
Forgot your tithe? If you don't have cash on you, don't feel bad or guilty. You can use your phone. Just use this QR Code below and follow the link to PayPal. We are very grateful for your generousity!
Save the Date!
08/04/2024
Upcoming Church Services
08/04/2024
UPCOMING CHURCH SERVICES
Mon Aug 5 6:00 p.m. Great Vespers for Holy Transfiguration
Tues Aug 6 8:00 a.m. Orthros
9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy: Holy Transfiguration
6:00 p.m. Great Paraklesis
Wed Aug 7 6:00 p.m. Small Paraklesis
7:00 p.m.Chant Practice
Thurs Aug 8 6:00 p.m. Great Paraklesis
Fri Aug 9 6:00 p.m. Small Paraklesis
Sat Aug 10 5:00 p.m. Great Vespers
6:00 p.m. Confessions