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Христос Међу Нама! Christ is in our midst! Cristo esta' entra nosotros! | |
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Homily: Loving vs Commodifying
By Fr. Anthony Perkins
Introduction: Missing the point
It is hard for us to live the way we should. From our time in Eden to now, we have failed, and the consequences to our hearts, our families, and our world have been disastrous. One of our challenges is that we do not see things as they really are. We do not see their beauty and we do not see how things are connected. Even for things that are ugly and hard, we do not see the potential for beauty and the potential for blessings. Instead of seeing things in their full splendor, we evaluate them based on what they mean for us; what we can get from them. We were designed to bring out the best in everything and everyone; to heal those that are hurt and to build up those who are already well towards perfection. But instead of this, we just want to know what we can use things for and what we can get out of people. We are like a hungry man in the middle of a feast who insists on eating his seed corn. It’s destructive and we need to change.
Adam and Eve: Commodifying what they were meant to love
I mentioned Adam and Eve. Think of how they fell. One of the ways to understand this (from St. Nikolai Velimirovich) is that they turned the thing they were meant to tend – the garden – into a commodity; from something that deserved respect and the greatest of care to something that was useful primarily as food. Even the thing God told them not to eat became a commodity to them: they wanted what it offered. And remember what they learned? That it “tasted good.” What a loss. Hear me well: Adam and Eve were meant to eat the things that grew in the garden, but the availability of food was really just a side-effect (a “positive externality”) of being a good steward. They got it all wrong when they put what they wanted from the garden before their love for it. Instead of tending the garden, they tended to themselves. They forgot about beauty; they forgot about connectedness; they forgot about service.
And We Commodify EVERYTHING!
We are so much worse than they were; our commodification of people and things in this world knows no end. We are always looking for an angle; looking for the best deal. Again, don’t mishear me: being frugal is part of being a good steward of our resources, but we are missing a side-effect for the main point. Men should not love their wives because they hope for something in return, they should love their wives because they want to help nurture them to perfection (but I am not speaking of marriage but of the Church). Christ does not love us because He wants something from us. He does not sacrifice Himself for us in hopes of getting help with His plan to restore beauty to this world. As we become perfect as God is perfect, we will help Him with this plan; but He sacrifices Himself for us because He sees the potential beauty within us and wants it to grow. He does it because He loves us. We have to stop looking at one another as things to be used, things that either bring us pleasure or pain. We have to see one another the way God sees us.
More on Blindness: Commodification leads to a lack of proportion
Surely one of the ways we have cursed ourselves with our blindness is that we cannot see the beauty that emanates from all of God’s creatures; the blessings present in every moment. Why is this so hard? Why are we unable to enjoy the fruits of God’s love for us? Why don’t we see things the way they are? This blindness really is a curse; it pulls us further away from our purpose and robs us of the joy we were meant to have. There are so many examples in our lives where we are blind to miracles. Yes, the problems are there, but they are so minor compared to the miracles! Let me give you one example that is so big it cannot help but make this point. It is the example of the Church. Some of you are frustrated in coming here. You think of this as a hall, not a church. Are we really so blind to God’s wonders? Have we no sense of proportion? God works in this place, it is His very Body and Blood that are offered here – do you understand the magnitude of this miracle? If you complain about the setting, then I know you do not. Complaining about worshiping here is like the man who is dying of poison complaining to the doctor because the cup containing the necessary antidote to the poison is blue instead of green. Have we lost our minds? Similarly, some people complain about Confession, saying things like; “why do I have to go to the priest for confession?” Here God has given us a way to rid our hearts of the sin that has accumulated in and polluted them, and we complain about the way He has told us to do it. Seriously? Complaints about the length of services, the fasting requirements, the extra prayers we are to say… Really? Do you see the lack of proportion? We have turned even the Church, the vessel of everything good and true, into a commodity, something to be judged, to be measured, to be evaluated like some product on a grocer’s shelf. Is it any wonder that we do the same thing with our spouses, our children…our enemies?
Conclusion: Love without reservation
Do you begin to see the point? God has worked so many wonders in our lives, and we ignore them. Love without reservation. Without expecting anything in return. The irony is that if you tend this world in love, you will receive in return. As the Lord says in almost the next breath, if you really love, if you really give of yourself without reservation, then “it shall be given unto you in return; a good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over…” (St. Luke 6:38). I hope that today’s Gospel will open your eyes and change your hearts. There is beauty in this world; it is full of God’s blessings.
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Commemorating Venerable Hilarion the Great, St Hilarion Metropolitan of Kiev, Translation of the relics of St Hilarion Bishop of Meglin in Bulgaria, St Sophronius Confessor of Ciorara Romania, Martyr Oprea of Salistie in Romania, Martyr Moses the Confessor, St John of Galesh, New Martyr John of Monemvasia, Venerable Hilarion the Schemamonk of the Kiev Caves, Venerable Hilarion Abbot of Gdov and Pskov Lake, Venerable Theophilus and Jacob Abbots of Omutch Pskov, Martyrs Gaius, Dasius and Zoticus at Nicomedia, Venerable Philotheus of Dionysiou of Mt Athos, Venerable Bessarion Sarai the Confessor in Romania
RESURRECTION TROPARION—TONE 2
When You descended to death, O Life Immortal, You destroyed hell with the splendor of Your Godhead. And when from the depths You raised the dead, all the powers of heaven cried out: “O Giver of life, Christ our God, glory to You!”
HOLY FATHER NICHOLAS TROPARION—TONE 4
Truly you were revealed to your flock as a rule of faith, an image of humility and a teacher of abstinence; your humility exalted you; your poverty enriched you. Hierarch Father Nicholas, entreat Christ our God that our souls may be saved.
ST HILIARION TROPARION—TONE 8
By a flood of tears you made the desert fertile, and your longing for God brought forth fruits in abundance. By the radiance of miracles you illumined the whole universe! Our Father Hilarion pray to Christ God to save our souls!
RESURRECTION KONTAKION—TONE 2
Hell became afraid, O Almighty Savior, seeing the miracle of Thy Resurrection from the tomb! The dead arose! Creation, with Adam, beheld this and rejoiced with Thee! And the world, O my Savior, praises Thee forever.
THEOTOKOS KONTAKION—TONE 6
Steadfast Protectress of Christians, constant Advocate before the Creator, do not despise the cry of us sinners, but in your goodness come speedily to help us who call on you in faith! Hasten to hear our petition and to intercede for us, O Theotokos, for you always protect those who honor you!
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~Scripture Readings of the Day~ | |
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READERS:
This Week: Matins: Milan Radanovic Epistle: Marijana Rocknage
Next Week: Matins: Lenny Tepsich Epistle: Marko Rocknage
EPISTLE: 2 Corinthians 11:31-12:9
DEACON: Let us pay attention.
PRIEST: Peace be unto all!
READER: And with your spirit!
DEACON: Wisdom.
READER: The Prokeimenon in the Second Tone: Lord is my strength and my song, and He is become my salvation.
CHOIR: Lord is my strength and my song, and He is become my salvation.
READER: v: For You are just in all that You have done for us!
CHOIR: Lord is my strength and my song, and He is become my salvation.
READER: Lord is my strength and my song,
CHOIR: and He is become my salvation.
DEACON: Wisdom!
READER: The Reading is from the Second Epistle of the Holy Apostle Paul to the Corinthians.
DEACON: Let us attend!
READER: Brothers and Sisters, the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who is blessed forever, knows that I am not lying. In Damascus the governor, under Aretas the king, was guarding the city of the Damascenes with a garrison, desiring to arrest me; but I was let down in a basket through a window in the wall, and escaped from his hands. It is doubtless not profitable for me to boast. I will come to visions and revelations of the Lord: I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago—whether in the body I do not know, or whether out of the body I do not know, God knows—such a one was caught up to the third heaven. And I know such a man—whether in the body or out of the body I do not know, God knows—how he was caught up into Paradise and heard inexpressible words, which it is not lawful for a man to utter. Of such a one I will boast; yet of myself I will not boast, except in my infirmities. For though I might desire to boast, I will not be a fool; for I will speak the truth. But I refrain, lest anyone should think of me above what he sees me to be or hears from me. And lest I should be exalted above measure by the abundance of the revelations, a thorn in the flesh was given to me, a messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I be exalted above measure. Concerning this thing I pleaded with the Lord three times that it might depart from me. And He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore most gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
PRIEST: Peace be unto you, reader!
READER: And with your spirit! Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia!
CHOIR: Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia!
READER: May the Lord hear you in the day of trouble! May the name of the God of Jacob protect you!
CHOIR: Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia!
READER: Save the King, O Lord, and hear us on the day we call!
CHOIR: Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia!
АПОСТОЛ: 2 Коринћанима 11:31-12:9
Ђакон: Пазимо
Свештеник: Мир свима!
Читач: I Духу Твоме!
Ђакон: Премудрост
Читач : ПРОКИМЕН- глас 2 Господ је снага моја и пјесма; Он ми постаде спасење.
Хор: Господ је снага моја и пјесма;Он ми постаде спасење.
Читач: Карајући покара ме Господ, али ме смрти не предаде.
Хор: Господ је снага моја и пјесма;Он ми постаде спасење.
Читач: Господ је снага моја и пјесма;
Хор: Он ми постаде спасење.
Ђакон: Премудрост
Читач: Читање је од друге посланице Светог апостола Павла до Коринћанима
Ђакон: Пазимо
Читач: Браћо, Бог и Отац Господа нашега Исуса Христа, који је благословен ва вијек, зна да не лажем. У Дамаску намјесник цара Арете чуваше град Дамаск желећи да ме ухвати, и спустише ме кроз прозор у котарици преко зида те избјегох из његових руку. Не користи ми да се хвалим, јер ћу доћи на виђења и откривења Господња. Знам човјека у Христу који прије четрнаест година – да ли у тијелу, не знам, да ли изван тијела, не знам, Бог зна – би однесен до трећега неба. И знам да тај човјек – да ли у тијелу, да ли изван тијела, не знам, Бог зна – Би однесен у рај и чу неисказане ријечи које човјеку није допуштено говорити. Таквим ћу се хвалити, а самим собом нећу се хвалити, осим ако немоћима својим. Јер кад бих се и хтио хвалити, не бих био безуман, јер бих истину казао; али се уздржавам, да не би ко помислио за мене више од онога што види у мени, или чује од мене. И да се не бих погордио због мноштва откривења, даде ми се жалац у тијело, анђео сатанин, да ми пакости, да се не поносим. За њега трипут Господа молих, да одступи од мене; и рече ми: Доста ти је благодат моја; јер се сила моја у немоћи показује савршена. Зато ћу се најрадије хвалити својим немоћима, да се усели у мене сила Христова.
Свештеник: Мир свима Читачу!
Читач: I Духом Твоме! Алилуиа, Алилуиа, Алилуиа
Хор: Алилуиа, Алилуиа, Алилуиа
Читач: Нека те услиши Господ у дан жалосни, нека те заштити име Бога Јаковљевога.
Хор: Алилуиа, Алилуиа, Алилуиа
Читач: Господе, помози цару и услиши нас кад Те зовемо.
Хор: Алилуиа, Алилуиа, Алилуиа
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LITURGY GOSPEL:
Luke 6:31-36
Just as you want men to do to you, you also do to them likewise. “But if you love those who love you, what credit is that to you? For even sinners love those who love them. And if you do good to those who do good to you, what credit is that to you? For even sinners do the same. And if you lend to those from whom you hope to receive back, what credit is that to you? For even sinners lend to sinners to receive as much back. But love your enemies, do good, and lend, hoping for nothing in return; and your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High. For He is kind to the unthankful and evil. Therefore be merciful, just as your Father also is merciful.
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ЈЕВАНЂЕЉЕ:
Лука 6:31-36
Рече Господ, како хоћете да вама чине људи, чините тако и ви њима. И ако љубите оне који вас љубе, каква вам је хвала? Јер и грјешници љубе оне који њих љубе. И ако чините добро онима који вама чине добра, каква вам је хвала? Јер и грјешници чине тако. И ако дајете у зајам онима од којих се надате да ћете добити, каква вам је хвала? Јер и грјешници грјешницима дају у зајам да добију опет онолико. Него љубите непријатеље своје, и чините добро, и дајите у зајам не надајући се ничему; и плата ће вам бити велика, и бићете синови Свевишњега, јер је он благ и према незахвалнима и злима. Будите, дакле, милостиви као и Отац ваш што је милостив.
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~ The Week Ahead: Scriptures and Services ~ | |
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~Prayers for the Faithful~
In Our Prayers
Metropolitan Paul, Archbishop Youhanna, Protinica Ljubica Jockovic, Protopresbyter Rodney Torbic, Popadija Sara Golic, Matushka Barbara Ealy, the child Katie Elizabeth and her parents Mileva and Michael Repasky, the child Metodija and his parents Fr. Dn. Milan and Mira Damljanovic, the child Louise Bare and her parents Zachary & Elizabeth, the child Penelope and her parents, Alex and Michelle Dowd, Kaitlyn Hook and the newborn Bowen William, Catherine Lewis and the newborn Caleb Ereno, Mara Bebeau and the newborn Jacob, Lousi, Tony & infant of God Zayne, Michelle Adams, Addy Andy, Lori Bare, Christina Berchock, Dori & Doug Bert, Jonathan Bertsch, Carole Blitva, Stephan and Barbara Blitva, Walter “Bud” Brown, Guiliana & Aleksandar Carricato, Maria Chigrintseva, Susan & Jim Cibort, Leann Cox, Victoria Cox, Art Dils, Tommy & Kara (Blitva) Dorsey, Edward Dry, JoAnn Filepas, Anaya Garvin, Eric Garvin, Christian & Melanie Geib, Michael Geppert III, Nevenka Gojkovic, Dr Andrea Govelovich, Nick & Terry Govelovich, Kata Gruich, George Gutshall, Dan Hazlett, Travis Heilman, Adam Herigan, Edith Herigan, Kay Himes, Nicole Stefan Imschweiler, Susan Jacobs, Slobodan Jovicic, Dr David Kalinich, Dr Lila Kalinich, Tony Kepp, Myong Sook Kim, Dorothy Krnjaich, Dragica Kuzmanovic, Henry Laichak, Peter Lalic, Dragan Lalovic, Stella Wren Lappas, Jovan Lemajic, Dick Livingston, Maggie Livingston, Boro Lojpur, John Luksic, Stephen Lundingrin, Penny MacDonald, Dianne & Jim Martin, Jean & Paul Martin, Rowan Martin, Jack McFall, George Milakovic, Marija Miljkovic, Daria Milletics, Diane & Slobodan Momic, George Myers, Patty Navarro, Bosiljka Ninkovic, Jenny Moore Oliver, Lila Packer, Daniel Paddock, Vid & Marica Pejcic, Hope Pesner, Kobe Petrovich, Duke & Sue Petrovich, Tracy Petrovich, Christopher Radanovic, Logan Roszkowski, Chloe Ruff, Greg Selman, Michael Schaffner, Maryann Seiders, Donald Semic, Steven Semic, Benjamin Shaffer, Tessa Shaffer, John Sheaffer, Branko Smitran, Zorka Starcevich, Tim Stefan, Michael Stepanovich, Stevan & Mary Stojic, Patricia & Joseph Sypniewski, Leonard Tepsich, Leroy Tepsich Jr, Savka Trivun, Edie & Michael “Bo” Venesevich, Michael Vishnesky, Rita Vorkapich, Kristina Vukalo, Steve Vulich, Paula Werner, Draga Worman, Beverly Yanich, Tosh Yanich, Dewey Yetter, Mila “Millie” Yezdimir, Marija Zabrodnaya, Jason Zeigler, Ashley Ziobrowski, Eleni Ziogas, Miriam “Mim” Codan Ziolkowski
Those Who Need Special Care
ECUMENICAL (COUNTRY MEADOWS) Jane Rush, HOMELAND: Draga Donato; MASONIC HOME: Ray Foltz; RS: Cedo Lukic
Those Who Are Currently Deployed
Christopher Baker
Those to be Baptized
Bowen William Hook, Caleb Ereno Lewis, Barrett Scott, Nora & Maeve Van Huysen, Sloane & Šeren York
Our College Students
Sophia Adams, Cameron Barber, Kyle Barber, Michael Geppert, Anastasija Gligorevic, Natalija Gligorevic, Cayden Healy, Matthew Hoover, Kalei Howard, Faith Kingsbury, Sophia Mummert, Kobe Petrovich, Christina Radanovic, Ioanna Radanovic, Luis Antonio Radanovic, Madison Vorkapich, Anastasija Vukalo
Our Seminary Students
Elizabeth Bare
Our Dearly Departed Loved Ones
Bogoljub Blagojevic, Jovanka Foltz, Bozidar 'Bobby' Bulatovich, Demetrios Ziogas, Peter Mrgich, Katherine Radoicich
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~Vigils Offered~
DANIELLE & JOE VAN HUYSEN Offered in joyous celebration of their 7th wedding anniversary (Nov 4). Many Years! Mnogaja Ljeta! From Baba & family.
PAULA & JIM WERNER Offered for their 36th Wedding Anniversary (Nov 5). Given in love by Mom with God’s blessings for many more! Mnogaja Ljeta!
PAULA & JIM WERNER Offered in joyous celebration of my Godchild and her husband on their Wedding Anniversary (Nov 5). I pray that our Lord blesses them with good health & happiness for many years. Mnogaja Ljeta! Love Kuma Tootsie
DORI & DOUG BERT Offered in joyous celebration of their mutual birthday (Nov 6). God’s blessing for many more happy and healthy years. Mnogaja Ljeta! Given in love by Mom & family.
DORI BERT Offered in happy celebration of my Godchild’s birthday (Nov 6). May God bless her with many years of good health & happiness. Mnogaja Ljeta! Many Years! Love Kuma Tootsie.
JIM WERNER Offered in celebration of his birthday (Nov 9). God’s blessing for many more. Mnogaja Ljeta! Much love, Kat.
CHRISTOPHER BAKER Offered by Chris & Jevi Radanovic during his deployment. Praying for all of our Christ loving soldiers, families and their service to our country.
TOOTSIE KRNJAICH Offering vigils and prayers for our Kuma Tootsie. May God’s blessings be with her during her rehab period. From her Godchildren, Kat and families.
MICHAEL GEPPERT Offered prayerfully by Mom & Dad for improvement in health and God’s blessings and loving care during his recovery.
†WILLIAM YOVANOVICH Offered in loving memory by the Nation family (2 years—Oct 30). Vjecnaja Pamjat! Memory Eternal!
†MILOS (MICO) STARCEVICH Offered in loving memory of our dear Mico’s repose (11 years—Nov 7). May God grant him peace in His Heavenly Kingdom. Forever in our hearts. Given by his loving wife and loving family. Vjecnaja Pamjat! Memory Eternal!
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Please continue to pray for all of those currently being persecuted for Christ's sake in Kosovo, Metohija, Montenegro, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Palestine, Syria, Lebanon, Libya, Iraq, Iran, Egypt, the Sudan, China, North Korea, for all of our brothers and sisters in Christ suffering throughout the world, especially in Ukraine, that they might be comforted with the Joy of our Lord, and for all of those suffering from the pandemic, for those who minister, and for those who are unjustly persecuted that they may be strengthened by the love of Christ which knows no race.
We also pray for the Orthodox clergy in Alaska, that the Lord might grant them more than enough to feed their families.
LET US PRAY TO THE LORD!
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Stewardship Offering Information
Date 10/27/2024
Collection: $4,305.00
Date 10/20/2024
Collection: $3,859.00
Date 10/13/2024
Collection: $3,844.00
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November Birthdays
Vadim Reznitchenko (Nov 2), Calvin Filepas (Nov 5), Dori & Doug Bert (Nov 6), Mila Ann Livingston (Nov 6), Jim Werner (Nov 9), Marko Rocknage (Nov 11), Tomislav Gligorevic (Nov 13), Leann Cox (Nov 13), Trenton Petrovich Jr, (Nov 13), Philip Lamancusa (Nov 15), Dori Barry (Nov 16), Jovan Milanovich (Nov 16), Matt Healy (Nov 18), Millie Yezdimir (Nov 19), Tomislav Lojpur (Nov 19), Michelle Kingsbury (Nov 20), Michael Dean Stefan (Nov 21), Brian Lewis Sr (Nov 21), Brandon Mumma (Nov 22), Dianne Martin (Nov 23), Marko Miljkovic (Nov 24)
November Anniversaries
Danielle & Joseph Van Huysen (Nov 4), Paula & Jim Werner (Nov 5), Nicholas & Joann Hernjak (Nov 5), Mira & Milijan Lukic (Nov 11), Doni & Steve Cashman (Nov 21), Nick & Terry Govelovich (Nov 23)
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IN CASE OF PASTORAL EMERGENCY
From Wednesday, November 6 to Friday, November 8, please call Proto Ilija Balach in case of pastoral emergency at 425.736.3016.
THE SAINTS OF OUR FRESCOES
This year, we will be offering multiple opportunities to learn more about the saints that are depicted on the icons in the Church. Mrs. Martha Rakowski, Th.M., will be teaching the lives of these wondrous saints—many of whom we call our patrons! This adult education class continues today, Sunday, November 3rd after Church with the Holy Apostles, Saints Peter & Paul.
SOTAYA FUNDRAISER (TODAY)
Today, November 3rd, after Divine Liturgy, SOTAYA will be having their annual CEVAPI Meal for sale as part of their fundraiser activity. It’s a traditional portion of 5 Cevapi in a Lepinja with onions and Kajmak, all for just $10. Please come and support the youth of our church. HVALA!!
STEWARDSHIP SUNDAY—DECEMBER 1
On Sunday, December 1, we will celebrate our annual Stewardship Sunday with speakers and a meal as we offer the best of ourselves to God. Please begin considering what you are able to offer God in the coming year. And remember two things: 1) God loves a cheerful giver. 2) True Christians look for the maximum of what they can give to God in thanksgiving for all His bounty of Salvation.
PANTRY BOX IN THE LOBBY
The Pantry Box helps to supply much needed goods to the Bethesda Women’s Shelter. Please remember to drop off items like: ibuprofen, toothpaste, toothbrush, powdered laundry detergent, feminine hygiene products, lotion, razors, bar soap or body wash, deodorant.
SENIORS! VERY IMPORTANT MESSAGE!!
On Tuesday, November 12, we will be having our monthly meeting and taking the opportunity to thank God for another chance to meet and share an early and delicious Thanksgiving meal together. If you plan to attend, PLEASE be so kind to reserve your place. We are having the meal catered by the 230 Dinner and need a firm commitment from those attending. The cost is $15 and the exact number of meals will be ordered. Please plan to pay in cash or by check made to St. Nicholas Seniors. Reservations will be accepted until Oct.30! It was voted on and approved at the last meeting that if you do not attend but made a reservation you are responsible for the cost of the meal. Call and leave a message at 717.561.1590 or email T2BEDD@GMAIL.COM.
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PLEASE HELP - BETHESDA MISSION WOMEN’S SHELTER OUTREACH
On the second Saturday of every month (this month November 9th), volunteers from our four Orthodox churches prepare and serve lunch for shelter residents. We also help with various projects and activities that assist with shelter operations. If anyone would like to volunteer or learn more about this important program, please contact Andrea Gunther.
ORTHODOX PARENTING UPDATE
Thank you all for your feedback. Father Christopher will be working with Dr. Jevi Radanovic on a video series on Orthodox parenting. This was the most requested format from our interested parents. God-willing, we will begin publishing on our YouTube channel by year’s end.
CHURCH OFFICE HOURS
Office hours are Monday thru Friday from 9 am until noon. You may call the office during these hours at (717) 939-3872 or come by the office in person. Office hours will be adjusted when services are occurring during those hours.
BULLETIN DEADLINE
Please send all Bulletin Requests to the Church Office at office@stnicholassteelton.org
You may also call (717) 939-3872
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November Charity
International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC)
IOCC has maintained an active partnership with the Serbian Orthodox Church since 1992, initially responding to crises of war, dislocation, and other hardships. IOCC aids those in need around the world, without discrimination, as it works to strengthen the capacity of national and local Orthodox Churches and organizations to avert disasters, respond to emergencies, and rebuild communities. IOCC has provided emergency assistance and sustainable development programs in all parts of Serbia. The more we practice spiritual hospitality, the closer we draw ourselves to Christ, and with Christ in our hearts and souls, the greater is our love for all people. Our donations become IOCC’s humanitarian works. It is our responsibility and our blessing to help IOCC continue its ministry. To learn more about IOCC’s programs, please visit the website at www.iocc.org
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CHOIR SOUP & POGACA SALE
Orders Due: Sunday, November 10th
Pick Up: Sunday, November 17th
Place orders with Yovanka Hoover (717-623-8588)
or give order forms to Daria in the church office
(forms are available at the tutors stand)
Chicken Paprikas: $12 per quart
Veggie: $10 per quart
Beef Stew: $12 per quart
Pogaca: $5 per loaf
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