The Messenger - Our Sunday Bulletin

Sunday, October 19, 2025

3rd Sunday of Luke

Rev. Deacon James Elliott will be concelebrating with Fr. Ciprian Sas today. Welcome to Fr. Dcn. James and Diaconissa Corinne, who are visiting the Elliott family in our parish.

- https://facebook.com/annunciationchurch/videos/ (stream services online)

- https://dcs.goarch.org/goa/dcs/indexes/20251019.html (follow liturgical text online)

• Joel the Prophet
• Varys the Martyr
• Mode: 2^nd  |  Matins Gospel: 8^th
• Matins Gospel Reading : John 20:11-18
• Epistle Reading : St. Paul's 2nd Letter to the Corinthians 11:31-33; 12:1-9      
• Gospel Reading: Luke 7:11-16

- Chantor(s): Pres. Maggie and Tommy Calvy   |  Epistle Reader: Florin Nelson

- Prosphora: Andy & Vicki Sarandos, Gina Raicu  |  Greeter: Rose Saad

- 8:00am Matins & 9:00am Divine Liturgy

- Sunday School students & teachers proceed to Cultural Center after Holy Communion.

- Coffee Social Sponsors: Anonymous  

- 11:15am Blessing of New Benches under Portico: ALL INVITED

- 11:30am GOYA Fall Fun a Church

Altar Candles in Loving Memory of:

- Constantine Alex (19-yrs) offered by his loving wife Barbara Alex

- Fay Kolster (2-yrs) offered by her Koumbara Anna Losey and family: Alexander, Christina, Daniel, and Phillip Losey. 

+++ UPCOMING EVENTS

1^st & 3^rd Tuesday (5:30pm-6:30pm) Orthodox Christianity: History, Theology, and Practice This new class, will begin on Tuesday, October 21^st, 2025 (5 sessions before Christmas).

Fr. Ciprian invites all our catechumens and inquirers to attend this class as part of your catechism/preparation/learning. Registre Now at forms.gle/eohojgJjpNGGdHxQA

CELEBRATING THE 1^st WOMAN AMERICAN SAINT --- Oct. 26 & 27 @ Sts. Cyril & Methodius

Vespers, Liturgy, a presentation, and veneration of the relics of St. Olga of Kwethluk Alaska.

BOOKSTORE --- A limited number of St. Olga icons available and can be bought Oct. 19 & 26. The icons are available to take to her feast day services and touched to the relic of St. Olga.

PHILOPTOCHOS COAT DRIVE --- We are collecting coats, snowpants, gloves, and all winter gear sizes 3T to youth XXL. Drop off at the Cultural Center from Nov. 1st – Nov. 10^th.

HOPE Nugget Nation Fun --- Fri, Nov. 7 @ 4:30pm-6:30pm (Coordinator: Diana Papachristou)

GOYA LOCK-IN --- Fri, Nov. 14- Sat, Nov. 15 at Annunciation – together with GOYA from Sts. Constantine and Helen. All Middle and High School kids are invited.

Coordinators: Kim Mamalakis and Krissy Connor from Sts. Constantine & Helen.

SAVE THE DATE – Philoptochos Christmas Luncheon - Sat, Dec. 6 at Bluemound Country Club.

SAVE THE DATE – Foundation Gala - May 30, 2026. Please note the Koinonia date was wrong!

+++ PARISH ANNOUNCEMENTS

CONGRATULATIONS to Ian and Danielle Richards, who were united in the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony on Saturday, October 11, 2025. May their household always be filled with every good thing. Their Koumbaroi are Leonidas and Cali Stefanos.

LEARNING MORE ABOUT THE FAITH (for adults) --- Everyone is invited!

Tuesday Mornings (10:30am-11:30am) Orthodox Life Class – broad range of topics

Wednesday Evenings (7:00pm-8:00pm) Bible Study – Epistle Readings lessons & teachings

1^st & 3^rd Tuesday (5:30pm-6:30pm) Orthodox Christianity: History, Theology, and Practice

STEWARDSHIP --- As of Thursday, October 17^th, we have received 275 Stewardship Pledges totaling $384,844.80. To date, we received $319,500.99 from Pledged Households and $32,540.50 from non-pledged households and donors. 2025 Goal: 400+ Pledged Households ($450,000) – Submit your Pledge Now! The 2025 Stewardship Pledge Form is available ONLINE on our website www.annunciationwi.org.

CREATE COMMUNITY --- Host a coffee social! Available dates: 11/30

ANNUNCIATION PARISH CHRISTMAS CARD --- It's that time of the year again! Follow the link below to be included in the 2025 parish Christmas card! You must fill out the form in person or online by Nov. 16th to be included in the parish Christmas card. www.annunciationwi.org/christmas-card-form

+++ BEYOND OUR PARISH

PEACE OF MIND One Day Mental Health First Aid Training --- Sat, Oct. 25, 2025

Speak with Fr. Ciprian if interested in this certification program. This event is sponsored through a grant, but registration and some prep work must be completed ahead of time.

SAVE THE DATE Daughters of Penelope Thanksgiving Dinner --- Thursday, November 13^th 5pm Social and 6pm Dinner at Annunciation Cultural Center

CrossRoad Summer Applications Are Open! --- For students in 11^th & 12^th grade. Join CrossRoad for an unforgettable summer as you dive into your faith. crossroadinstitute.org/crossroad-summer-program/

3rd Annual Metropolis of Chicago HCHC Scholarship Fund --- Empress Banquets Thursday, November, 13^th 6pm Cocktails and 7pm Dinner. RSVP by November 7^th. All proceeds benefit seminarians.