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Prayers
In your prayers please continue to remember Metropolitan Antony, Archbishop Daniel, Fr. Gregory, our church family and catechumens (Rob & Stacy M., Michael F., James T., Samantha T., and Hunter B.), 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
Wednesday Bible Study
Our regular Bible study (currently in the Gospel of St. John) will be held this week on Wednesday, 11 February 2026, at 7:00 PM. We will continue the Bible study until the beginning of Great Lent.
Upcoming Baptism
Glory to God! Please join us on Sunday, 15 February 2026, and 8:30 AM for the baptism of Michael F.
Please continue to keep Michael in your prayers in the coming days and beyond.
Vespers and Liturgy - Sunday of the Last Judgment
This coming Sunday, 15 February 2026, is the Sunday of the Last Judgement. This day is also traditionally knows a Meatfare Sunday, as it's the last Sunday on which we eat meat before the Great Fast. On this day are also commemorated Apostle of the Seventy, Onesimus (ca. +109) and the Ven. Paphnutius, Recluse, of the Kiev Caves (+13th c.), among others.
The readings for this Sunday are:
- 1 Corinthians 8.8-9:2 (Epistle)
- Matthew 25.31-46 (Gospel)
Join us for Vespers on Saturday, 14 February 2026, at 6 PM and the Divine Liturgy on Sunday, 15 February 2026, and 9:00 AM. Please note that the Baptism of Michael F. will begin at 8:30am in the narthex of the church.
Artistic rendition of our church by Ben (8)
St. Charitas Community Blessing Pantry
In your giving, especially this coming Lent, please remember that the St. Charitas (Charity) Blessing Pantry in the rear of our lot could always use items. These items (non-perishable foods, canned goods, small hygiene items, etc.) are continually used by our community. Donations canned be placed in the supply box in the read hallway. Please see Lea Ann F. and/or Caitlin B. with any questions!
House Blessings
As is the custom following the Feast of Theophany, Fr. Gregory will be blessing houses during the month of February on the following dates:
- Tuesday, February 10 - 7:30 and 8:30 PM
- Thursday, February 12 - 7:30 and 8:30 PM
- Thursday, February 19 - 7:30 and 8:30 PM
Please email Fr. Gregory to schedule a house blessing or to arrange an alternative date.
Click here for more info about Orthodox house blessing: How to Prepare for a Home Blessing.
Many Years and Congratulations!
Congratulations to Taylor, Nicholas, and Thomas, who were received into the Orthodox Church last Sunday by the sacrament of Chrismation.
Sts. Olympia and Olga Sisterhood Meeting
Sts. Olympia and Olga Sisterhood will be meeting on Saturday, 21 February 2026, at 4:00 PM, at Buontempo Brothers Pizza, 1 S. Main St., Bel Air (upstairs). Please join us for an informal exchange of Lenten recipes and a presentation of the lives of the Saints the Sisterhood is named for, Olga and Olympia..
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