Second Sunday of Luke

Church Musician Sunday




 
 
 



8:45 am Matins


10:00 am Divine Liturgy


11:45 am

  • Church musicians blessing and induction



  • Remarks on toddlers' and young children's participation in the Services. We love to have our church filled with children, young families, and parishioners of all ages! However, for the sake of everyone having a good eucharistic experience, we recommend the following:


> Toddlers and young children have a very limited attention span of 5-15 minutes.


> If they cry and cannot be consoled, or if they cannot stop making loud noises, take them outside or into the church hall for a few minutes. Please do this as many times as needed until the child understands that in the church we need to be as quiet as possible.


> Ensure you return to church for the children's sermon and Holy Communion.


> It is acceptable for parents, grandparents, or chaperones to have limited participation in the Divine Liturgy because they cared for the young ones and still receive Holy Communion if properly prepared.



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11:30 am Sunday School

1:00 pm Conversational Adult Greek Language



NOTE- very important:

Parents, Grandparents, and Teachers!

Please be aware that the stage is off-limits for ALL CHILDREN due to safety concerns!




Parish Council and Philoptochos Fundraising Luncheon


Children 12 and under: free

Adults $10




  • The parishioners and families who participated in our Orthodox Family Movie Night. It was an educational and fun evening for all.





  • Our new Greek Byzantine Cross is beautiful, and we thank our parishioners and friends who contributed to this project.


  • Special thanks to our donors, Emmanuel and Peppina Houvardas' sons & their families.


  • Francis J. Hutta and company completed our new cross dome project. It was a difficult project even for an experienced contractor.


  • Thank you to Dallas Cancino for installing the Church and Hall outside lights and for other work beautifying our campus.



Date / Day

Event

Time

Friday, October 2nd

Introduction to the Orthodox Faith

Pages 91-102

6:30 pm

Sunday, 4th


Matins

8:45 am


Divine Liturgy

10:00 am

Wednesday, October 7th

Introduction to the Orthodox Faith

Pages 91-108


Chant Class

6:30 pm




7:45 pm

Friday, October 9th

Introduction to the Orthodox Faith

Pages 108-119

6:30 pm

Sunday, October 11th

Matins

8:45 am


Divine Liturgy

10:00 am

Wednesday, October 14th

Introduction to the Orthodox Faith

Pages 119-126

6:30 pm


Chant Class

7:45

Friday, October 16th

Introduction to the Orthodox Faith

Pages 126-140

6:30 pm

Saturday, October 17th

Trip to the Monasteries, we meet there (Directions)


10:30 am


Sunday, October 18th

Matins

Divine Liturgy

8:45 am

10:00 am

Wednesday, October 21st

Office Hours


Introduction to the Orthodox Faith

Pages 140-150


Chant Class

12:00 - 6:00 pm



6:30 pm



7:45 pm

Friday, October 23rd

Office Hours


Introduction to the Orthodox Faith

Pages 150-153

12:00-6:00 pm



6:30 pm

Sunday, October 25th

Matins

Divine Liturgy

8:45 am

10:00 am

 
 
 
 
 
 
 


Before coming for the Sacrament of Holy Confession, 


please take the time to read the

"Preparing For Holy Confession booklet!



Thank you!

 
 
 

We're Open for Business!


There's Something for Everyone: Icons, prayer ropes, Orthodox Study Bibles, and more. Stop by after liturgy or contact the office for prices, special orders, and pick-up options available, including seasonal special items.


Do you want authentic Greek food?

St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church in Winter Haven, Florida, sells the finest Greek food and pastries.


Do you need to special order hard-to-find authentic

Greek food or pastries?



St. Sophia has decades of experience and knowledge in locating the best. Plus you will be supporting our church, Hagia Sophia, and its ministries with every order. Thank You!


To order or for any questions, contact:


Tina Thomas

Parish Council President

Phone: 863-224-4307


tinathomasjd@gmail.com


 


We are thankful for your

love for Christ and

His Church.


We thank those who updated their 2026 pledges and those who have not, please complete as soon as possible.


For any questions please contact Peter Pappas Stewardship chairman

at (908) 510-6987;

Tina Thomas, Parish Council President at (863) 224-4307;

Father John at (727)773-5699


With love in Christ, we thank you for your continuing generosity

and very much appreciate those that increased

their stewardship.



 

2026 Stewardship Resources

 

Click on the button above to open the digital Stewardship Form

or print the form below and bring it to church

Volunteer for our St. Sophia


  • Food Pantry Ministry, and serving those in need in our community. There is an ongoing, continuous collection of food, toiletries, water, and cleaning supplies. Bring your donation to the kitchen area on Sundays or any other day after notifying us by phone.


  • Coffee Hour Fellowship Sunday after the Divine Liturgy
  • Being a choir member, chanter, or reader.
  • Encourage your children/grandchildren to participate in church ministries (Altar boy, Handmaidens, Hope and Joy, GOYA, and choir)
  • Baking and cooking
  • Cleaning



 
 


Church Phone:

(863) 299-4532



Crisis Situations:

(727) 773-5699


https://stsophia.fl.goarch.org

Mrs. Tina Thomas,

Parish Council President

(863) 224-4307

tinathomasjd@gmail.com


Fr. John

(727)773-5699

fatherjohn90@gmail.com

 
 
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