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THIS WEEK’S ANNOUNCEMENTS
Sunday, September 14th
The Elevation of the Holy Cross
8:15am Orthros
9:30am Divine Liturgy
Litany of the Holy Cross
Philoptochos will pass tray for Hellenic College/Holy Cross
Sunday School Registration
Greek School Registration
Sunday School begins
General Assembly after the Services
4:30pm GOYA Get-Together
Monday, September 15th
Senior Citizen’s Trip from Sept. 15th to Sept. 18th
Wednesday, September 17th
5:30pm Holy Water Service for Greek School
5:30pm - 7pm Greek School begins
Saturday, September 20th
9am Divine Liturgy at Chambersburg
4:30pm Altar Boy Orientation Meeting
6pm Vespers
20-year Trisagion for Konstantinos Liazis &
9-year Trisagion for Vasiliki Liazis with Coffee Hour
on behalf of their son, Nick Liazis and Family.
May their memory be eternal.
TODAY IS Holy Cross Sunday. Our Philoptochos will be passing a tray for donations to Holy Cross Seminary in Brookline, MA. Today is also “Giving Day” for Holy Cross. Any amount you give will be matched towards the school Holy Cross. Please give generously.
2025 STEWARDSHIP PROGRAM:
- If you have not yet made your 2025 pledge, please do so either via the church office or online through the church website.
- Please consider monthly or quarterly payments as that helps the church meet its financial obligations throughout the year.
- Please consider a 5% increase over your prior year contribution in line with the church budget. The AVERAGE contribution needed to meet our budget obligation is $1,440. ($120/mo.)
- Please keep in mind this monthly amount is almost half of what many of us pay for our cell phone or TV/internet bills. The Leadership Stewardship contribution is $2,200 and above.
The Church should be our priority for financial charitable contributions to support the numerous programs of our community. We have an active, vibrant community that will continue to grow and flourish with your continued support.
We would like to thank Dr. Elenee Raudenbush & Evanthia Koutsokostas for organizing a beautiful “Agape Group” meeting with our younger children from 0 to 4 years of age on Saturday, August 23rd. They met in the Church where Fr. Michael spoke to them about the Falling Asleep of the Virgin Mary, had a story-telling time, music time, craft and snack time. We also thank Alexia Christian and Estelle Raudenbush for playing the guitar during the music time. Everyone enjoyed themselves and looking forward to our next gathering.
Bookstore news: The Bookstore is open on Sundays after Church. Please come by and see the wonderful selections. There are also great gift ideas. New items coming in every Sunday.
Philoptochos is also asking all the ladies that have not paid your Stewardship please do so. There is a table in the hall.
Please note that persons wanting to have Altar flowers for the Memorials in Church, the cost is $65 payable to the Church. Those persons wishing to sponsor the Coffee Hour in memory of their beloved ones the cost to the Philoptochos is a minimum of $50.
Our Annual Fall Classic Golf Tournament benefiting our youth will be held on Sunday, September 28th, 2025. We are accepting sponsors and still have openings for golfers. Please contact a member of the golf committee (George Peslis, Hao Truong, Dan Shay, Diane Foutres, Chris Katsifis, Chris Petsinis), or use the enclosed forms to sign up as a sponsor or a golfer.
Philoptochos Clothing Drive with slightly used clothes, coats, jackets, all types of winter wear, dresses, women's accessories, boots, men's clothes, as well as children's clothes, etc. Shelters for the homeless also need socks, pajamas, seasonal clothing, and again coats & jackets. Items will be collected from NOW to November 16. There will be a table against the wall in the Hall for drop-off. They will be transported to a few places to be used for distribution to those in need. PLEASE, no holes, just clean clothing. Please see flyer attached.
Registration for Greek School has started. Please see the attached registration form and sign up your child(ren). You can return your forms to the Church Office. As mentioned, this year Greek School will be on Wednesdays 5:30-7:00pm. This is a great time for your child to learn about the Greek language, heritage, customs and practices.
- Sunday School Starts today, Sunday, Sept. 14th. All children will remain in Church for the Litany of the Cross and then go to their respective Sunday School classrooms. Please go to the front three pews reserved for Sunday School. The Sunday School Teachers are asked to please be there with your students.
- GENERAL ASSEMBLY to be held today, Sunday, Sept. 14th after Church.
- GOYA Get-Together on Sunday, Sept. 14th at the Church Hall at 4:30pm. All GOYAns please join us. This is the first kick off meeting of the year.
- Holy Water Service for the beginning of Greek School on Wednesday, Sept. 17th at 5:30pm. Classes will begin after the service.
- Altar Boy Orientation and Seminar on Saturday, Sept. 20th at 4:30pm in the Church. Philoptochos Ladies meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 23rd at 6pm.
- Metropolis Clergy-Laity Conference on Sept. 25th – 27th in Columbus, OH.
- Vespers, Orthros with Procession at Holy Protection Monastery for their Feastday celebration from 6pm – 11pm on Tuesday, Sept. 30th. Feastday Celebration at Holy Protection Monastery on Wednesday, October 1st with 8am Hours and 9am Divine Liturgy
- All are invited to gather for a Fellowship Potluck Brunch on Sunday, Nov. 2nd after Church for an open Q/A session with Fr. Michael. Please bring a dish or drink to share.
- GOYA Fall Retreat on Nov. 21-23. Registration will open on October 1st.
Announcing our new Musical for December of 2025:
“A Voyage of Hope” “Christmases Across a New Land”
(A heartwarming story of faith, family and Christmas traditions that cross generations)
Rehearsals for the Musical/Dance Ensemble are Sundays in the Philoptochos Room right after Holy Communion. Auditions for those interested in vocal solos, speaking parts and narration will be held at a later date. Preschool-1st grade: Our youngest parishioners will have their own featured song which they will learn during the first part of Sunday School beginning in October.
Please note that the main characters in the script will age as we pass through time and will be played by different actors. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions. Any questions: please call Connie (717) 571-9066 or Ann (717) 379-6350.
THIS WEEK'S ATTACHMENTS
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Lord's Voice
Foni Kyriou
2025-2026 Greek School Registration Form
Christmas Musical Flyer
Golf Hole Sponsorship Form
Golfer Registration Form
Philoptochos Clothing Drive Flyer
November Fellowship Brunch Flyer
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