Sunday of the Paralytic May 3, 2026

Sunday of the Paralytic

Welcome to our visitors!

Χριστός Ανέστη!

Αληθως Ανέστη!

Christ is Risen!

Truly He is Risen!

Liturgical Schedule

8:45 am Matins

10:00 am Divine Liturgy

10:50 am Special Recognition - Maria Nouaros, as she and her family, husband Vasilis, and children Athanasia, Kaliope, and Manoli, relocate to Greece.

11:30 am Memorial Service - 3 years for Maria Lung, offered by daughter, Mara Munean-Borza, and son-in-law, Radu Munean

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11:00 am Sunday School - after Holy Communion, the teachers will take the children to the classrooms.

12:30 pm Greek School

Today's sponsor is St. Sophia's Food Pantry

Next Week's Events

Wednesday, May 6

12:00 - 6:00 pm Office Hours

6:30 pm Orthodoxy 101 - Sources of Christian Doctrine

7:30 pm Chanting Class

Friday, May 8

12:00 - 6:00 pm Office Hours

6:30 pm Orthodoxy 101 - The Symbol of Faith;

Holy Trinity

Upcomning Events

May 10: Mother's Day Luncheon and Greek School, the end-of-the-school-year program.
Adults $15
Children free

May 17: the end of the School Year for Sunday School.

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Before coming for the Sacrament of Holy Confession,

please take the time to read the

"Preparing For Holy Confession booklet!

Thank you!

Stewardship Pledge Card

Click on the button above to open the digital Stewardship Form

or print the form below and bring it to church

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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.

Ongoing Fundraisers

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

Stewardship or, what we do after we say: "I believe ..."

We are thankful for your

love for Christ and

His Church.

We thank those who updated their 2025 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.

Stewardship Form

2026 Stewardship Resources

Make a donation

Stewardship Presentations from the best in the field

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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