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Prayers
In your prayers please continue to remember Metropolitan Antony, Archbishop Daniel, Fr. Gregory, catechumens (Nicholas & Taylor R., Rob & Stacy M., Michael F., Tom. B., James T., and Samantha T.), visitors and inquirers, new mothers and babies, the betrothed, the married, the sick, the poor, travelers, those impacted by war and calamities, our country, and all those in need.
First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all men,... — 1st Timothy 2.1
A Blessed Feast of the Theophany to All!
When Thou, O Lord, wast baptized in the Jordan,
the worship of the Trinity was made manifest.
For the voice of the Father bore witness to Thee,
and called Thee His beloved Son;
and the Spirit in the form of a dove
confirmed the truthfulness of His word.
O Christ our God, Who hast revealed Thyself //
and hast enlightened the world, glory to Thee.
the worship of the Trinity was made manifest.
For the voice of the Father bore witness to Thee,
and called Thee His beloved Son;
and the Spirit in the form of a dove
confirmed the truthfulness of His word.
O Christ our God, Who hast revealed Thyself //
and hast enlightened the world, glory to Thee.
- Troparion for the Feast of the Theophany of our Lord
Photo - Vespers for the Feast of the Theophany w/ Blessing of the Waters, 05 January 2026
As is customary following the Feast of the Theophany, Fr. Gregory will be blessing homes in the following weeks ahead. A sign-up for house blessings will be forthcoming in the near future. If you have any questions regarding house blessing, please see Fr. Gregory.
Wednesday Bible Study Resumes
Our regular Bible study (currently in the Gospel of St. John) will resume on Wednesday, 07 January 2026, at 7:00pm. We will continue the Bible study until the beginning of Great Lent.
Vespers and Liturgy - 31st Sunday after Pentecost and the Afterfeast of Theophany
This coming Sunday, 04 January 2026, is the 31st Sunday after Pentecost and the Afterfeast of Theophany. In addition, it is also the commemoration of the Venerable Theodosius the Great, the Cenobiarch (+529), among others.
The readings for this Sunday are:
- Ephesians 4.7-13 (Epistle)
- Gospel according to St. Matthew 4.12-17 (Gospel)
Join us for Vespers on Saturday, 10 January 2026, at 6pm and the Divine Liturgy on Sunday, 11 January 2026, at 9am.
Today you have appeared to the whole world, and your light, O Lord, has made a sign upon us who, with knowledge, sing your praise, "You have come, you have appeared, the unapproachable Light."
Annual Parish Meeting
On Sunday, 25 January 2026, following/during coffee hour, we will hold our annual parish meeting. Please consider attending as we will discuss important items regarding our parish!
Wedding of Caitlin B. and Jacob C.
We are happy to announce the wedding of Caitlin B. and Rdr. Jacob B., as they will be united in the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony on Friday, 16 January 2026, at 5:00pm, in our church. Please keep Jacob and Cailtin in your prayers as they approach this joyous day.
2026 Greeter Sign-Up
As our parish is grows (Glory to God!), we are looking for volunteers to fill the greeter role to offer a hello to new visitors, point them to a copy of our visitors service book, guide them to a seat/spot in the nave, etc. If any member of the St. Basil Brotherhood would like to be a greeter, see Brian D. for more information or check your email for a separate St. Basil Brotherhood email.
Looking Ahead
- Weekly Bible Study resumes on Wednesdays
- Wedding of Jacob C. & Caitlin B., Friday, 16 January 2026, at 5:00pm
- Annual Parish Meeting, Sunday, 25 January 2026, during/following coffee hour
- Feast of the Meeting of the Lord in the Temple, 02 February 2026