News/Events

Church Calendars

The 2012 Church Calendars have come in. They are located on our candle table. We ask that you only take 1 per family until all of our families have taken one. They are compliments of Greenwood Pharmacy (Jackson Family) of Altoona.

Homes Blessed

For those who wish to have their homes blessed, please fill-out the form in the January/February bullentin and give it to Fr. John or place it in the tray on the candle table in the back of the church.

Alter Bread (Prosfora)

Those who wish to make the altar bread (prosfora) for the Divine Liturgy, please see Fr. John. This is a very worthwhile ministry within the church. The recipe/article on prosfora is on our back window pamphlet stand.

Baking for Coffee Hour

Please feel free to bake something and bring it to our coffee hour. The tasty treats are always welcome to our social. With Great Lent approaching us, please keep in mind that non-dairy baked goods are also needed for those who will be strict fasting during Great Lent.

Monthly Bulletin

February/March 2012
January 2012
November/December 2011
September/October 2011
July/August 2011
May/June 2011
April 2011
February/March 2011

Church Reminders…

Holy Communion: During Holy Communion, we ask that everyone stand quietly in the pews for it is disrespectful to talk during this Holy Sacrament. When receiving Holy Communion, please make sure you state your baptized name after Fr. John states “The servant (or handmaiden) of God…” We also ask that you hold the red cloth underneath your chin in case an accident should happen. As always, we ask that children come first to receive Holy Communion, then the adults.
Clean-up: As always, we ask you to please be considerate of how you leave the pews after Sunday Divine Liturgy. Clean-up any crumbs or garbage left by family members. This will keep our church beautiful and neat!
Bells: Please keep in mind that when we hear the bells starting to ring in church before the Divine Liturgy, we are to immediately stand because the censing will begin by Fr. John and then the singing of the Great Doxology. Please be respectful of this beautiful tradition as followers of Christ Jesus. There is to be no talking during the censing or the singing of the Great Doxology.
Candles: The fire of the burning… candles and lamps, like the censer with its hot needles and aromatic incense, serves as a reminder of the spiritual fire — the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit descended upon the Apostles in the form of tongues of flame. It scorches our sinful misdemeanors, illuminates the minds and hearts, kindles our souls with a love for God and towards each other. Lite a candle on Sunday for your loved ones or friends, both living or deceased.
Books: There are many interesting books in our church library. Why not take one out and see the wealth of spirituality that might be missing from your life. Please see Alice Kotala to take that certain book out, but we ask that you please return them on the specified date so that others may enjoy it also.