announcements 02/07/2010 - 02/03/10

Remember to pray for…

Betty Chisholm (and her husband, Don) as they struggle with the infirmities of age

An Opportunity to Help a Fellow-Parishioner

Betty Chisholm would very much like to come to church, but needs a special Medical-Transport van to do so.  If you would like to donate the price of one (1) trip ($103.00), please speak with Matushka Deborah Johnson.

Books for Spiritual Growth and (great for gifts too!)

In our bookstore we have these items, all highly recommended (they wouldn’t be there otherwise).  They should be a part of every Orthodox Christian’s library.

Father Seraphim Rose, His Life and Works by Abbot Damascene

Confession, the Holy Mystery of Repentance by Father John Townsend

Orthodox Dogmatic Theology by Father Michael Pamazansky

We have other books for sale and please also take advantage of our library.

Purchase of Books, Candles, Prosphora and Other Items

Please remember when buying anything from the church to record the item name, quantity, and $ amount on the columned paper at the candle stand.  Also indicate your purchase on the “for” or memo line of a check, or on a slip of paper with your name attached to cash and leave your check or cash in the wicker basket.  By so doing, you will make possible a correct accounting by our treasurer.

Our Choir

Our choir, as you can hear, is very effective, but small, and new members are always welcome.  If you can sing and would like to participate, please speak with our choir director, Reader Christopher Johnson.  Rehearsals are normally held on Thursday evenings from 7 to 9 (see the schedule), and attendance at them is required (which is directly related to the choir’s effectiveness).

Our Sunday School

We have these Sunday School classes available:

1)      3 to 6 years old, taught by Dorothy Johnson and assisted by Matushka Anastasia Dantinne

2)    From 7 to 9 years old, taught by Claire Mendis

3)     From 10 to 12 years old, taught by Peter Gardner

4)    From 13 to 15 years old, taught by Mariya Petrenko

5)     From 16 to 18 years old, taught by Reader Christopher

6)    Adults, taught by Father George

Welcome

A warm welcome is due to Nathan Hicks, who was anointed with holy chrism on Sunday, 1/31.  As God allows, he will have his first communion on our first non-snow-impeded Divine Liturgy.