SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2024                      TONE 6

15^th Sunday after Pentecost (3^rd of Luke)

Glorification of St. Innocent, Metropolitan of Moscow, Enlightener of the Aleuts, and Apostle to the Americas

Holy and Glorious Apostle Thomas

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Jodie Camacho, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics, Pearl Wong, Sebastiao Bittencourt, Christopher Dadetto,  Helen Pruzinsky, Victoria Sancenito & Anthony Ersalesi.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors!

At the end of Divine Liturgy, there will be a Memorial Service for the

• Newly departed Archpriest Joseph Chupeck of our diocese
• Late Olga Gribb, on her 93rd. Birthday, requested by her daughters, Karen, Kathy & Krissy .
• Mark Sancenito on his 15^th Anniversary of his Falling Asleep in the Lord, requested by Deborah Sancenito

Today's bulletin is sponsored by the Polk Family to honor Mikaela Polk as she celebrates her 13th birthday.

Dates to Remember:

• Today, Sunday, October 6th: the third collection for the Alaskan Appeal
• Saturday & Sunday, October 12th & 13th: setting up of hall for the visitation of St. Tikhon’s
• Sunday, October 13th @ 4:00 PM visitation by St. Tikhon’s Seminary bringing the Icon of St. Anna
• Sunday, October 27^th after Coffee Hour: Sisterhood of St. Barbara meeting in the Conference Room

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29th., 2024                       TONE 5

14^th Sunday after Pentecost (2^nd of Luke)

Ven. Cyriacus the Hermit, of Palestine

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Jodie Camacho, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics, Pearl Wong, Sebastiao Bittencourt, Christopher Dadetto,  Helen Pruzinsky & Victoria Sancenito.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors!

Thank you Craig Polk and those who helped him setup the tables and cleaned up afterwards for our Annual Parish Picnic; to those who donated food for the barbeque and also to Donna Betza; and those who helped her with the daunting task of cleaning up the church kitchen & distributing the excess food. Everyone who attended had a delightful afternoon basking in the beautiful weather.

Dates to Remember:

• Today, Sunday September 29th: the second collection for the Alaskan Appeal
• Sunday, October 6th: the third collection for the Alaskan Appeal
• Saturday & Sunday, October 12th & 13th: setting up of hall for the visitation of St. Tikhon’s
• Sunday, October 13th @ 4:00 PM visitation by St. Tikhon’s Seminary bringing the Icon of St. Anna

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 , 2024                       TONE 4

13^th Sunday after Pentecost (1^st of Luke)

Hieromartyr Phocas, Bishop of Sinope

Apostle Quadratus of the Seventy

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Jodie Camacho, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics, Pearl Wong, Sebastiao Bittencourt, Christopher Dadetto & Helen Pruzinsky.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors! 

Thank you Andrew Guertin and Gregory Focarinofor providing the cake last Sunday to celebrate & congratulate Andrew Guertin&Anthony Focarinowho were baptized &chrismated Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. Thank you also to Andrew Guertin who fixed the Gospel stand last week.

Next Sunday, Sept. 29th., there will be a Memorial Service for John Peter Koribanicson his 57th Year Anniversary in repose, requested by the Koribanics Family.

Dates to Remember:

• Sunday, September 22nd:
• The first of three collections for the Alaskan Appeal during Divine Liturgy
• After Coffee Hour: Annual Parish Picnic behind the church
• Wednesday, September 25th. @ 6:00 PM: Parish Council meeting in Conference Room
• Sunday, September 29th: the second collection for the Alaskan Appeal
• Sunday, October 6th: the third collection for the Alaskan Appeal
• Saturday & Sunday, October 12th & 13th: setting up of hall for the visitation of St. Tikhon’s

· Sunday, October 13th @ 4:00 PM visitation by St. Tikhon’s Seminary bringing the Icon of St. Anna

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2024                                            TONE 3

12^th Sunday after Pentecost

Afterfeast of the Exaltation of the Cross

Sunday after the Exaltation of the Cross

Greatmartyr Nicetas the Goth

 Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Jodie Camacho, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics, Pearl Wong, Sebastiao Bittencourt, Christopher Dadetto & Helen Pruzinsky.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors!

Congratulations to Andrew Guertin & Anthony Focarino, who were baptized & chrismated yesterday! Anthony’s God-parents were Allan & Violeta Focarino and he is the grand-child of Gregory & Vera Focarino. Andrew’s God-father is Reader Luis Comacho & his aunt, Diahann Ferreyra Guertin, stood in as a Christian Witness. Please allow these two new converts to come first, with their sponsors, for their First Holy Communion.

Today, Sunday, September 15^th., there will be a Memorial Service for:

Anna & George Ward and Katherine & John Zubal, requested by the Fejko & Udina Families

May their Memories be  Eternal!

Please take home the flowers from the bouquet surrounding the Cross as you come up for a blessing at the end of the services.

We are happy to announce that our Annual Parish Picnic will happen later this month! We will need people to help Craig Polk setup tables & games if the weather allows us to be outside. Also, any contributions for desserts or donations towards the cost would be very much appreciated. A sign up sheet will be available in the parish hall for you to add your name & contact details. Please speak to Craig or Barbara Polk if you have any questions.

Dates to Remember:

• Sunday, September 22nd:
• The first of three collections for the Alaskan Appeal during Divine Liturgy
• After Coffee Hour: Annual Parish Picnic behind the church
• Wednesday, September 25th. @ 6:00 PM: Parish Council meeting in Conference Room
• Sunday, September 29th: the second collection for the Alaskan Appeal
• Sunday, October 6th: the third collection for the Alaskan Appeal
• Saturday & Sunday, October 12th & 13th: setting up of hall for the visitation of St. Tikhon’s
• Sunday, October 13th @ 4:00 PM visitation by St. Tikhon’s Seminary bringing the Icon of St. Anna
• Sunday, October 27th, after Coffee Hour: Sisterhood of St. Barbara meeting

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8                                                TONE 2

11^th Sunday after Pentecost

The Nativity of our Most Holy Lady Theotokos and Ever-Virgin Mary

Sunday Before the Exaltation of the Cross

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Jodie Camacho, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics, Pearl Wong, Sebastiao Bittencourt & Christopher Dadetto.

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors! 

Father Terence has written an article for the beginning of the Orthodox Church’s New Year that is being published on our diocesan website. Please go to: nynjoca.org to read it. 

Today, Sunday, September 8^th there will be a Memorial Service for:

• Subdeacon Peter Eagler, requested by Barbara Polk & Family
• The Honorable John Koribanics for his 22nd Anniversary in repose, requested by the Koribanics Family 
• Robert J. Sudol III (Bobby), for his 2nd Year of his falling asleep, requested by Katherine Robinson & on behalf of her family

May their Memories be  Eternal! 

We are happy to announce that our Annual Parish Picnic will happen later this month! We will need people to help Craig Polk setup tables & games if the weather allows us to be outside. Also, any contributions for desserts or donations towards the cost would be very much appreciated. A sign up sheet will be available in the parish hall for you to add your name & contact details. Please speak to Craig or Barbara Polk if you have any questions.

Dates to Remember:

• Friday, September 13th @ 5:00 PM: Vespers for the Exaltation of the Cross
• Saturday, September 14th:
• Divine Liturgy for the feast of the Exaltation of the Precious & Life Giving Cross @ 9:30 AM
• Baptisms for Andrew Guertin & Anthony Focorino @ 1:00 PM
• The evening Great Vespers will be cancelled
• Sunday, September 22nd:
• The first of three collections for the Alaskan Appeal during Divine Liturgy
• After Coffee Hour: Annual Parish Picnic behind the church
• Wednesday, September 25th. @ 6:00 PM: Parish Council meeting in Conference Room
• Sunday, September 29th: the second collection for the Alaskan Appeal
• Sunday, October 6th: the third collection for the Alaskan Appeal
• Saturday & Sunday, October 12th & 13th: setting up of hall for the visitation of St. Tikhon’s
• Sunday, October 13th @ 4:00 PM visitation by St. Tikhon’s Seminary bringing the Icon of St. Anna

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2024                             TONE 1

10^th Sunday after Pentecost

Church New Year (Indiction)

St. Simeon the Stylite (the Elder) and his mother, Ven. Martha

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Jodie Camacho, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics, Pearl Wong, Rebecca Simchon, Fern Netzky, Sebastiao Bittencourt & Christopher Dadetto.

Church New Year

Commemorated on September 1

The first day of the Church New Year is also called the beginning of the Indiction. The term Indiction comes from a Latin word meaning, “to impose.” It was originally applied to the imposition of taxes in Egypt. The first worldwide Indiction was in 312 when the Emperor Constantine (May 21) saw a miraculous vision of the Cross in the sky. Before the introduction of the Julian calendar, Rome began the New Year on September 1.

According to Holy Tradition, Christ entered the synagogue on September 1 to announce His mission to mankind (Luke 4:16-22). Quoting Isaiah 61:1-2, the Savior proclaimed, “The spirit of the Lord is upon Me; because He has anointed Me to preach the gospel to the poor; He has sent Me to proclaim release to captives, and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty those who are oppressed, to proclaim the acceptable year of the Lord...” This scene is depicted in a Vatican manuscript (Vatican, Biblioteca. Cod. Gr. 1613, p.1).

Tradition says that the Hebrews entered the Promised Land in September.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors! 

Father Terence has written an article for the beginning of the Orthodox Church’s New Year that is being published on our diocesan website. Please go to: nynjoca.org to read it. https://nynjoca.org/news_240830_2.html

Next Sunday, September 8^th there will be a Memorial Service for:

• Subdeacon Peter Eagler, requested by Barbara Polk & Family
• The Honorable John Koribanics for his 22nd Anniversary in repose, requested by the Koribanics Family 
• Robert J. Sudol III (Bobby), for his 2nd Year of his falling asleep, requested by Katherine Robinson & on behalf of her family

May their Memories be  Eternal!

We are happy to announce that our Annual Parish Picnic will happen later this month! We will need people to help Craig Polk setup tables & games if the weather allows us to be outside. Also, any contributions for desserts or donations towards the cost would be very much appreciated. A sign up sheet will be available in the parish hall for you to add your name & contact details. Please speak to Craig or Barbara Polk if you have any questions.

Dates to Remember:

• Today, September 1st: Indiction Service at the end of Divine Liturgy for the Orthodox Church New Year.
• Friday, September 13th @ 5:00 PM: Vespers for the Exaltation of the Cross
• Saturday, September 14th:
• Divine Liturgy for the feast of the Exaltation of the Precious & Life Giving Cross @ 9:30 AM
• Baptisms for Andrew Guertin & Anthony Focorino @ 1:00 PM
• The evening Great Vespers will be cancelled
• Sunday, September 22nd after Coffee Hour: Annual Parish Picnic

SUNDAY, AUGUST 25, 2024                      TONE 8

9^th Sunday after Pentecost

Return of the Relics of the Apostle Bartholomew

from Anastasiopolis to Lipari

Holy Apostle Titus of the Seventy, Bishop of Crete

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Jodie Camacho, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics, Pearl Wong, Rebecca Simchon, Fern Netzky, Sebastiao Bittencourt & Christopher Dadetto.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors! 

Today is College Student Sunday. The Assembly of Bishops has designated this Sunday each year to support Orthodox Young Adults who are away from home and at College. Listed below are the students attached to our parish. Please pray for them! It is of great concern to the OCA and all Orthodox jurisdictions within North America for these students to not only succeed in their studies but also to not lose them to the secular world causing them to drift away from Christ and His Body, the Orthodox Church, to never see them again. Here is the list:

Jacob & Luke Michels; Madison & Dana Mautone; Timothy Aybar; Athena Fermin; Demitrius Morais and Josua Rodrigeuz. 

Dates to Remember:

• Today, Sunday, August 25th:
• College Student Sunday, sponsored by the Canonical Assembly of the Orthodox Bishops of the USA’s OCF Campus Ministry
• Orthodox Young Adults Pig Roast from mid-afternoon at Holy Resurrection in Wayne
• Wednesday, August 28th @ 6:00 PM: Parish Council Meeting in Conference Room
• Sunday, September 1st: Indiction Service at the end of Divine Liturgy for the Orthodox Church New Year.
• Saturday, September 14th:
• Divine Liturgy for the feast of the Exaltation of the Precious & Life Giving Cross @ 9:30 AM
• Baptisms for Andrew Guertin & Anthony Focorino @ 1:00 PM
• Saturday Great Vespers will be cancelled
• Sunday, September 22nd after Coffee Hour: Annual Parish Picnic

SUNDAY, AUGUST 18, 2024                                TONE 7

8^th Sunday after Pentecost

Afterfeast of the Dormition

Martyrs Florus and Laurus of Illyria

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Jodie Camacho, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics, Pearl Wong, Rebecca Simchon, Fern Netzky, Sebastiao Bittencourt & Christopher Dadetto.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors! 

Dates to Remember:

• Saturday, August 24th from 11:00 AM—4:00 PM: Diocesan Youth Day with barbeque, picnic & games at Christ the Savior Church in Paramus NJ. Vespers will follow at 5:00 PM.
• Sunday, August 25th:
• College Student Sunday, sponsored by the Canonical Assembly of the Orthodox Bishops of the USA’s OCF Campus Ministry
• Orthodox Young Adults Pig Roast from mid-afternoon at Holy Resurrection in Wayne
• Saturday, September 14th:
• The feast of the Exaltation of the Precious & Life Giving Cross
• Baptisms for Andrew Guertin & Anthony Focorino
• Sunday, September 22nd after Coffee Hour: Annual Parish Picnic

Note: if you look under "Messages from Fr. Terence" you will see a short article on the theology of the Transfiguration & the Dormition.

Special Appeal from Archbishop Michael 

Prayers and Financial Assistance Needed:

Hurricane Debby causes catastrophic damage to St. Olympia Orthodox Church

Our northern-most Diocesan church, St. Olympia Mission in Potsdam / Norwood, NY, shares the following urgent message in the aftermath of last week’s devastating storms.  Please prayerfully consider a monetary contribution in any amount, to help!

The mayhem caused by Hurricane Debby has damaged St. Olympia Orthodox Church in Norwood, NY.  Water overwhelmed the bell tower, came through the ceiling into the nave and continued into the lower level, causing damage to all areas including our resident Norwood Food Pantry.  More damage was caused by sewer backup to the kitchen, social hall/Sunday school rooms and bathrooms. One unofficial preliminary assessment now predicts that damages may go to $50,000 or above. 

We ask for your prayers and your support. 

Your generosity is sincerely appreciated! Checks can be made payable, and sent, to the Diocese of New York and New Jersey, 33 Hewitt Avenue, Bronxville, NY 10708. Please write "St. Olympia Recovery” in the memo line.

If you cannot send a check but wish to contribute, online donations can be offered at the newly posted GoFundMe page:

https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-st-olympia-orthodox-church-flood-recovery

GoFundMe charges a 3 percent administrative fee in addition to the donation itself. 

Thank you for your prayers and your generosity, in this time of crisis for one of our newest Diocesan communities!

With love and prayers,

+ Archbishop Michael

SUNDAY, AUGUST 11, 2024                                TONE 6

7^th Sunday after Pentecost

Afterfeast of the Transfiguration

Holy Martyr and Archdeacon Euplus of Catania

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Jodie Camacho, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics, Pearl Wong, Rebecca Simchon & Fern Netzky.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Dormition Fast continues. Please refer to your calendars regarding what to refrain from until August 15th.

Welcome to our visitors! 

Dates to Remember:

• Today, at the end of Divine Liturgy: the blessing of fruits & grapes to celebrate last Tuesday’s feast of the Transfiguration
• Thursday, August 15th @ 9:30 AM: Divine Liturgy for the Dormition of the Holy Theotokos.
• Saturday, August 24th from 11:00 AM—4:00 PM: Diocesan Youth Day with barbeque, picnic & games at Christ the Savior Church in Paramus NJ. Vespers will follow at 5:00 PM.
• Sunday, August 25th:
• College Student Sunday, sponsored by the Canonical Assembly of the Orthodox Bishops of the USA’s OCF Campus Ministry
• Orthodox Young Adults Pig Roast from mid-afternoon at Holy Resurrection in Wayne
• Saturday, September 14th:
• The feast of the Exaltation of the Precious & Life Giving Cross
• Baptisms for Andrew Guertin & Anthony Focorino
• Sunday, September 22nd after Coffee Hour: Annual Parish Picnic

SUNDAY, AUGUST 4                                                      TONE 5

6^th Sunday after Pentecost

Holy Seven Youths (“Seven Sleepers”) of Ephesus

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Jodie Camacho, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Dormition Fast has begun. Please refer to your calendars regarding what to refrain from until August 15th. 

Welcome to our visitors! 

Thank you very much to Sub-deacon Christopher & to Reader Luis for assisting Fr. Vassily to serve the Divine Liturgy last Sunday! Thank you to Nectarios Bittemcourt for also serving, the choir member & others who participated, enabling the Liturgy to go smoothly.

Today's bulletin is being sponsored by the Polk Family in honor of family members celebrating birthdays and anniversaries during the month of August; Birthdays: 8/5  Danielle Polk, 8/29 Cecelia Polk; Anniversaries: 8/7 John & Barbara Polk and 8/11 John & Heather Polk. Congratulations & Many Blessed Years. 

Dates to Remember:

• Saturday, August 10th @ 10:00 AM: Deanery Parish Council Conference at St. Gregory Palamas Church in Glen Gardner NJ. Please see attached flyer.
• Thursday, August 15th: the Dormition of the Holy Theotokos. Liturgy time to be announced
• Saturday, August 24th from 11:00 AM—4:00 PM: Diocesan Youth Day with barbeque, picnic & games at Christ the Savior Church in Paramus NJ. Vespers will follow at 5:00 PM.
• Sunday, August 25th:
• College Student Sunday, sponsored by the Canonical Assembly of the Orthodox Bishops of the USA’s OCF Campus Ministry
• Othodox Young Adults Pig Roast from mid-afternoon in Wayne
• Sunday, September 22nd after Coffee Hour: Annual Parish Picnic

SUNDAY, JULY 14, 2024                                       TONE 2

3^rd Sunday after Pentecost

Commemoration of the Holy Fathers of the First Six Ecumenical Councils

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Jodie Camacho, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics, Pearl Wong & Rebecca Simchon.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors! 

There will be a Memorial Service next Sunday, July 14th for:

• Susan Ersalesi Mautone, requested by Donna Betza, for the 4th. Anniversary (July 12th) of her repose
• Mary Minarich-Foster, the Great Aunt of Reader Christopher Minarich & requested by him for the One Year Anniversary of her repose
• Charles & Jennie Ablahani and Cecil Elias & Mary Baz, requested by the Baz Family
• Camille Rizk, who recently Fell Asleep in the Lord

Photos of  Timothy Aybar’s baptism & Athena’s Chrismation are posted on the parish website & Instagram pages. Please use the addresses listed on the back page of the bulletin to view them. 

Many thanks to Joey & Sharon Koribanics who have purchased, donated & arranged for the installation of a new USA flag to the flag pole on the corner of Huron & Orange Avenues.  They have been doing this for many years!

Copies of the latest edition of The Tikhonaire are available to look at in the parish hall. It has photos & news about the staff & seminarians for this year. Please leave them in the hall.

Dates to Remember:

• Sunday, July 21st., at the end of Divine Liturgy: Swearing in of the Parish Council
• Sunday, July 28th at the Divine Liturgy: Fr. Vasily Yurina will serve as the priest while Fr. Terence he is recovering from his surgery
• Sunday, July 28th: Prison Ministry Awareness Sunday, sponsored by the Canonical Assembly of the Orthodox Bishops of the USA’s Orthodox Christian Prison Ministry
• Saturday, August 10th @ 10:00 AM: Deanery Parish Council Conference at St. Gregory Palamas Church in Glen Gardner NJ. Please see attached flyer.
• Saturday, August 24th from 11:00 AM—4:00 PM: Diocesan Youth Day with barbeque, picnic & games at Christ the Savior Church in Paramus NJ. Vespers will follow at 5:00 PM.
• Sunday, August 25th: College Student Sunday, sponsored by the Canonical Assembly of the Orthodox Bishops of the USA’s OCF Campus Ministry
• Sunday, September 22nd after Coffee Hour: Annual Parish Picnic
• Sunday, October 6^th after Coffee Hour: meeting of the Sisterhood of St. Barbara 

Media Posts on Instagram

Altar Servers Retreat in Wayne & Birthday Celebration in Clifton.

See the Instagram server address on back page.

SUNDAY, JULY 7, 2024                               TONE 1

2^nd Sunday after Pentecost

All Saints of America

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Jodie Camacho, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics, Pearl Wong & Rebecca Simchon.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors! 

Congratulations & Many Years to:

1. Athena (Karey) Firmin, who was Chrismated yesterday. Her sponsors are John Slivinsky & June Fejko.
2. Timothy (Ryan) Aybar, who was Baptized & Chrismated yesterday. His sponsors are Gregory & Linda Surgent.

Gregory Focarino has kindly setup the baptismal pool.

They will receive their First Communion during today’s Divine Liturgy. Please allow them & their sponsors to come up first.

Photos of these events will soon be posted on the parish Website & Instagram pages. The services were also live streamed on Saturday, July 6th. & are available for viewing.

Today's bulletin is sponsored by the Polk Family in honor of family members celebrating their July birthdays: 7/1 Craig Polk, 7/6 Alexandra Polk, 7/16 Barbara Polk; and July anniversary 7/28 Craig & Laura Polk. Congratulations & Many Blessed Years!

Craig Polk & the Sunday School teaching staff would like to extend its heartfelt gratitude to each of our parishioners for your great generosity and support towards its recent initiative to aid The Neighborhood Center for Women in Passaic, NJ on Sunday, June 23^rd, Pentecost Sunday. Through your kindness, they & the students collected 268 diapers and raised $322.00 during our bake sale! This effort again reflects the spirit of community and compassion that portrays our parish. Thank you once again for your great support and commitment to the Sunday School.

Copies of the latest edition of The Tikhonaire are available to look at in the parish hall. It has photos & news about the staff & seminarians for this year. Please leave them in the hall. 

Dates to Remember:

• Sunday, July 21st., at the end of Divine Liturgy: Swearing in of the Parish Council
• Sunday, July 28th: Prison Ministry Awareness Sunday, sponsored by the Canonical Assembly of the Orthodox Bishops of the USA’s Orthodox Christian Prison Ministry
• Saturday, August 10th @ 10:00 AM: Deanery Parish Council Conference at St. Gregory Palamas Church in Glen Gardner NJ. Please see attached flyer.
• Saturday, August 24th from 11:00 AM—4:00 PM: Diocesan Youth Day with barbeque, picnic & games at Christ the Savior Church in Paramus NJ. Vespers will follow at 5:00 PM.
• Sunday, August 25th: College Student Sunday, sponsored by the Canonical Assembly of the Orthodox Bishops of the USA’s OCF Campus Ministry
• Sunday, September 22nd after Coffee Hour: Annual Parish Picnic

Media Posts on Instagram

Altar Servers Retreat in Wayne & Birthday Celebration in Clifton.

See the Instagram server address on back page.

There will be a Memorial Service next Sunday, July 14th for:

• Charles & Jennie Ablahani and Cecil Elias & Mary Baz, requested by the Baz Family
• Susan Ersalesi Mautone, requested by Donna Betza, for the 4th. Anniversary (July 12th) of her repose
• Mary Minarich-Foster, the Great Aunt of Reader Christopher Minarich & requested by him for the One Year Anniversary of her repose

SUNDAY, JUNE 30, 2024                          TONE 8

1^st Sunday after Pentecost

All Saints

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Jodie Camacho, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics, Pearl Wong & Rebecca Simchon.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors!

This Saturday, July 6th. @ 10:30 AM, our parish will bring two new converts into the Orthodox Church!

1. Karey (Athena) Firmin will be chrismated. Her sponsors will be John Slivinsky & June Fejko.
2. Ryan (Timothy) Aybar will be baptized. His sponsors will be Gregory & Linda Surgent.

Gregory Focarino has kindly agreed to setup the baptismal pool.

Copies of he latest edition of The Tikhonaire are available to look at in the parish hall. It has photos & news about the staff & seminarians for this year. Please leave them in the hall. 

Dates to Remember:

• Saturday, July 6th, 2024 @ 10:30 AM: Baptism of Ryan (Timothy) Aybar & Chrismation of Karey (Athena) Fermin at Holy Assumption Church
• Sunday, July 7th: First Holy Communion for Timothy (Ryan) Aybar & Athena (Karey) Firmin
• Sunday, July 21st: Swearing in of Parish Council at the end of Divine Liturgy
• Saturday, August 10th @ 10:00 AM: Deanery Parish Council Conference at St. Gregory Palamas Church in Glen Gardner NJ. Please see attached flyer.
• Sunday, September 22nd after Coffee Hour: Annual Parish Picnic 

SUNDAY, JUNE 30, 2024                          TONE 8

1^st Sunday after Pentecost

All Saints

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Jodie Camacho, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics, Pearl Wong & Rebecca Simchon.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors!

This Saturday, July 6th. @ 10:30 AM, our parish will bring two new converts into the Orthodox Church!

1. Karey (Athena) Firmin will be chrismated. Her sponsors will be John Slivinsky & June Fejko.
2. Ryan (Timothy) Aybar will be baptized. His sponsors will be Gregory & Linda Surgent.

Gregory Focarino has kindly agreed to setup the baptismal pool.

Copies of he latest edition of The Tikhonaire are available to look at in the parish hall. It has photos & news about the staff & seminarians for this year. Please leave them in the hall. 

Dates to Remember:

• Saturday, July 6th, 2024 @ 10:30 AM: Baptism of Ryan (Timothy) Aybar & Chrismation of Karey (Athena) Fermin at Holy Assumption Church
• Sunday, July 7th: First Holy Communion for Timothy (Ryan) Aybar & Athena (Karey) Firmin
• Sunday, July 21st: Swearing in of Parish Council at the end of Divine Liturgy
• Saturday, August 10th @ 10:00 AM: Deanery Parish Council Conference at St. Gregory Palamas Church in Glen Gardner NJ. Please see attached flyer.
• Sunday, September 22nd after Coffee Hour: Annual Parish Picnic 

SUNDAY, JUNE 23, 2024                                        TONE 7

8^th Sunday of Pascha

Holy Pentecost – Feast of the Holy Trinity

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Jodie Camacho, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors!

We will have a Memorial Service today after the Pentecost Kneeling Prayers for Mary Slivinsky, on the 2nd Anniversary of  her Falling Asleep in the Lord,  requested by her brother John Slivinsky. Memory Eternal!

Dates to Remember:

• Saturday, July 6th., 2024 @ 10:30 AM: Baptism of Ryan Aybar & Chrismation of Karey Fermin at Holy Assumption Church
• Saturday, August 10th @ 10:00 AM: Deanery Parish Council Conference at St. Gregory Palamas Church in Glen Gardner NJ. Please see attached flyer.
• Sunday, September 22nd after Coffee Hour: Annual Parish Picnic 

The message below contains some very timely & important advice from His Eminence, Archbishop Michael, on the occasion of the feast of Pentecost. He outlines how the Holy Spirit is working throughout his OCA diocese of New York & New Jersey by bringing in many converts to our parishes. We have witnessed this in our own parish as well. In the past 12 months, we have had two adult baptisms, with a third scheduled for early next month and four adult chrismations, with a fifth also scheduled for early next month. All these people are adults, mostly young, who have studied Orthodoxy and reached out to our parish via the internet. After giving them basic instruction about the Orthodox faith, they have enthusiastically embraced these instructions & have been very happy to join our parish. Please welcome them & pray for them as they embark on their journeys towards the Kingdom of God in the Orthodox Church.

Yours, in Christ,

Father Terence Baz, parish priest

ARCHPASTORAL LETTER FOR THE

FEAST OF HOLY PENTECOST 2024

Sunday, June 23, 2024

Dearly Beloved Members of our Diocesan Family: Christ is in our midst! – He is and ever shall be!

“And the Lord added to the Church daily those who were being saved” (Acts 2:47).

On this blessed Pentecost Sunday, I am mindful of how many times I have preached about Evangelism and growing our Holy Orthodox Church in America … and how often I have said how much all of us would wish for a Pentecost moment in our parishes, where 3,000 individuals joined the Faith and were baptized at one time … but that the more frequent experience of the first years of Church history presented in the Acts of the Apostles is of one person, one household, one person, one family, one person at a time … coming to receive Christ, initiated in the holy Mysteries of Baptism, Chrismation and the Eucharist.

However, this Pentecost presents us with a new story to report in our parishes and in the Diocese. New people are coming to our churches, learning about our faith and converting to Orthodoxy in our communities – and not only our parishes and our Diocese, but in all the other Orthodox jurisdictions and in all the other regions of our country. Perhaps not in the thousands – but in the tens and twenties and thirties, to be sure – and in some cases even more! It is, I believe, a record number of inquirers, catechumens and recent converts who are joining themselves to our Faith in this country.

These are sincere people, searching for the True Faith, seeking the True Church, yearning for the life and love of our Lord God and Savior Jesus Christ. As we thank God for this great gift … we must ask ourselves the question, Are we prepared to properly receive them into the Church of undivided Christianity and grow them in the “faith delivered to the Saints once for all” (Jude 3) in our parishes?

On the first Pentecost, the disciples were filled with the Holy Spirit … they preached the Gospel to everyone they came into contact with. Peter offered a simple, single sermon, and “about three thousand souls were added to them” (Acts 2:41). On this Pentecost 2024, are we filled with the same Spirit, willing to share our faith with anyone we meet, ready to receive everyone the Lord brings to our diocesan churches?

Those now coming to our communities have made a bold decision, traveled a great distance, sometimes visited several traditions before making the choice to embrace the Church whose birthday we celebrate this very day! We must make certain that we offer them permanent membership in the Body of Christ … ours cannot be for them just another “stop” on a never-ending quest. Here lies the challenge.

Many of them have come to Orthodoxy through the internet, from reading books, or from listening to speakers. Most of them know the Scripture, Church history, the teaching of the Holy Fathers and the great councils, and are enthusiastically learning the lives of the Saints. But Orthodoxy is much more than intellectual, academic, scholastic knowledge … it is in the words of Acts “a way” of life – the lived experience of the living God. The early Church was a community which worshipped Christ the Savior, received His Body and His Blood, and offered the same to those who did not yet have these blessings.

Saint Luke provides us this model description of the first community of Orthodox Christians two millennia ago: “Now all who believed were together, and had all things in common, and sold their possessions and goods, and divided them among all, as anyone had need. So, continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking the Bread from house to house, they ate their food with gladness and simplicity of heart, praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to the Church daily those who were being saved” (Acts 2:44-47).

This is an account of daily, lived experience – a way of life, not just “head” knowledge of a creed. The converts of the first Pentecost did not have a catechumenate before Peter’s sermon … but they spent the rest of their lives after their Baptism learning and growing in the faith, practicing its precepts and sharing its graces – which is what we know as the ongoing process of “theosis” – becoming like God.

For us Orthodox, this process begins at baptism, even if that happens as an infant. Our Church is the only one that makes our children “full members of the faith” at 40 days old … and they spend the rest of their lives, growing in the faith by experience. Children learn to kiss the icons, bless themselves, or come to Communion by experience. And that experience begins in the parish church and is sustained in the family. Children imitate what they see their parents doing in the parish church and in their home.

This is the Biblical formula of the Old Covenant – children were named (and males circumcised) on the 8th day … presented in the Temple on the 40th day … grew in the faith into adulthood as members of the qahal (the Old Testament church). Such was the experience of our Lord Himself … which is why we embrace it … this is why even whole families … whole households (that included infants and children) were baptized in the early Church (Acts 11:14; 16:15; 16:31-33; 18:8; and I Cor. 1:16).

My point here is this: our new inquirers, catechumens and converts need catechetical instruction in Orthodoxy, to be sure … but that is not enough. They need to experience the faith, live the Way, in the family of the Church. But what if their family at home isn’t Orthodox? Perhaps their biological family is not yet Orthodox, but their parish family is … and it is up to us to give them that experience – by teaching, yes; but even more so by example! The example handed down to us by the Saints, who received it from generations before them … back to the early Church.

Therefore, on this Pentecost Sunday, grateful for the gift of the record number of new members of our diocesan family, I urge all our parishes to ensure a joyful welcome, a smooth transition, and a lifelong commitment for these individuals who have been added to our “family in faith” – by studying and following this checklist:

1) Everyone who comes through the doors of our church is greeted warmly and lovingly and welcomed into the embrace of Our Lord through the care and kindness of all our parish family;

2) A solid presentation of catechism is offered to these new members, teaching them the faith in general and addressing the specific questions and challenges they bring from their previous faith experience;

3) We should learn from each new person their “conversion story” – where they came from and how they got here – and celebrate their adoption into our family of faith;

4) We should also share our story: how we were raised, why we joined, why we stayed, or how we returned if we had strayed … all of us are converts like them, even if we were baptized at 40 days old; and

5) Most importantly, we must guide them in the lived experience of Orthodoxy … by our best possible example; we must teach them the Way of life that our faith embodies – a life of prayer and fasting, attending services and reading Scripture, participating in holydays with processions and prostrations, receiving faithfully and frequently the Sacraments of Confession and Communion, offering our time, talent and treasure to the service of our parish, and helping in any way we can those in need in our family, our neighborhood, our parish or the strangers whom we meet.

Beloved brothers and sisters in Christ: we cannot love something we do not know. It is true in friendship … especially true in marriage; but it is also true in the case of our faith. We cannot love the Church unless we know her and revere her … and we get to know her by experience, according to Orthodox Tradition. And as members of the Church, we must be examples to those who join our family of that lived and loved experience – which is a gift of the Holy Spirit, Who brings all who come to Christ to faith in Him.

On this joyous Pentecost, let us all resolve to re-ignite the flame of the Holy Spirit, lit in our hearts on the moment of our Chrismation, and continue to come closer to Christ, following the model of the saints before us, becoming more and more like God … and offering our experience in the Church to those who have come seeking the True Faith in our parishes and missions, and helping them to finally have the home they have sought in our family of faith.

With my humble prayers, my archpastoral blessing and my sincere love,

Archbishop Michael

Archbishop of New York and the Diocese of New York and New Jersey

SUNDAY, JUNE 16, 2024                                       TONE 6

7^th Sunday of Pascha

Holy Fathers of the First Ecumenical Council

Afterfeast of the Ascension

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Jodie Camacho, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors! 

Congratulations to Andrew Guertin, who was Chrismated today! His God-parents are Peter & Jane Pruzinsky. Please allow Andrew to receive his First Holy Communion first today. Photos will soon be posted.

Susan Shermock wishes to express her heartfelt thanks for all the loving wishes, thoughtful gifts & blessings for the celebration of her 80^th birthday on June 2^nd at the church hall. She felt overwhelmed and blessed to have such a loving, caring family, parish family and lasting friendships. I was a wonderful day for her & one she will never forget!

Dates to Remember:

Thursday, June 13th @ 10:00 AM: Divine Liturgy for the Ascension of our Lord & Savior

Sunday, June 16th:

• Chrismation of Andrew Guertin during the Divine Liturgy. The sponsors will be Peter & Jane Pruzinsky.
• Sunday School awards to be given out by Craig Polk at the end of Divine Liturgy
• Sunday School Bake Sale during Coffee Hour in the Hall. See flyer for details.
• Wednesday, June 16th @ 6:00 PM: Parish Council Meeting in the Conference Room
• Saturday, July 6th., 2024 @ 10:30 AM: Baptism of Ryan Aybar & Chrismation of Karey Fermin at Holy Assumption Church
• Sunday, September 22nd after Coffee Hour: Annual Parish Picnic in Church backyard

SUNDAY, JUNE 9 , 2024                             TONE 5

6^th Sunday after Pascha

Blind Man

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Jodie Camacho, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics, Pearl Wong & Adilson Morais.

Christ is Risen! Truly He is Risen!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors! 

There will be a Memorial Service today after Divine Liturgy for Eileen Betza Romeo, the cousin of the late Gregory Betza, requested by Donna Betza. Eileen was 73.

Congratulations to Arleen Espaillat & Matthew Russo, on the birth of their new baby, Sofia Marie Russo on June 6th., 2024. Many blessed years!

Susan Shermock wishes to express her heartfelt thanks for all the loving wishes, thoughtful gifts and blessings for the celebration of her 80^th birthday recently at the church hall. She felt overwhelmed and blessed to have such a loving and caring family, parish family and lasting friendships. It was a wonderful day for her and one she will never forget!

Dates to Remember:

Thursday, June 13th @ 10:00 AM: Divine Liturgy for the Ascension of our Lord & Savior

Sunday, June 16th:

• Chrismation of Andrew Guertin during the Divine Liturgy. The sponsors will be Peter & Jane Pruzinsky.
• Sunday School awards to be given out by Craig Polk at the end of Divine Liturgy
• Sunday School Bake Sale during Coffee Hour in the Hall. See flyer for details.
• Wednesday, June 26th @ 6:00 PM: Parish Council meeting in the Conference Room

SUNDAY, JUNE 2                                                   TONE 4

5^th Sunday of Pascha

Samaritan Woman

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Jodie Camacho, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics, Pearl Wong & Adilson Morais.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors! 

Dates to Remember:

Sunday, June 16th:

• Chrismation of Andrew Guertin during the Divine Liturgy. The sponsors will be Peter & Jane Pruzinsky.
• Sunday School awards to be given out by Craig Polk at the end of Divine Liturgy
• Sunday School Bake Sale during Coffee Hour in the Hall

SUNDAY, MAY 26, 2024                                         TONE 3

4^th Sunday of Pascha

Paralytic

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Jodie Camacho, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics, Pearl Wong & Adilson Morais.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors! 

A blessed icon will be presented to Alexander Salas, donated by Reader Luis Camacho, to celebrate his Chrismation on April 21st., 2024. Two Orthodox Study Bibles, donated by the parish, will also be presented to him & his mother Monica Mercado for the same occasion. Congratulations & many blessed years!

Today's bulletin is sponsored by the Polk Family in honor of CJ (Craig, Jr.) Polk celebrating his 9th birthday today. Happy birthday! Congratulations! Many blessed years!!

SUNDAY, MAY 19, 2024                                    TONE 2

3^rd Sunday of Pascha

Holy Myrrhbearing Women

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Jodie Camacho, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors! 

Please remember in your prayers, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, who recently Fell Asleep in the Lord. 

Congratulations to Sophia Vitales, the daughter of Michael & Christine, was baptized yesterday! Her Godparents were Sub-deacon Christopher & Barbara Polk. Please allow Sophia to be brought up first for her First Holy Communion. May God grant you & your parents many blessed years!

There will be a Parish Council meeting today after Coffee Hour in the Conference Room

SUNDAY, APRIL 21                                                         TONE 5

Fifth Sunday of Great Lent

St. Mary of Egypt

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

Prayer of St. Ephrem

O Lord and Master of my life, take from me the spirit of sloth, despair, lust of power, and idle talk.

But give rather the spirit of chastity, humility, patience, and love to Thy servant.

Yea, O Lord and King, grant me to see my own transgressions, and not to judge my brother, for blessed art Thou, unto ages of ages. Amen.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The fast of Great Lent continues & we not only refrain from meat but also dairy products until Pascha. Please refer to your Orthodox Wall Calendars for details.

Welcome to our visitors! 

There will be a Memorial Service today for Barbara Cary, John Bacik Jr (late friend & father of Debbie Sancenito) & Mary Baz, (mother of Fr. Terence) whose anniversaries occur at this time. 

Congratulations to Monica Mercado (sponsors: Kevin Shermock & Cheryl Yaroshevsky) & Alexander Salas (sponsors: Reader Luis Camacho & Demetrius Morais who were Chrismated into the Orthodox Church and welcomed into our parish last Sunday, April 14th. God’s blessing for many, many years! 

Many thanks to Cheryl & Arty Yaroshevsky who have donated the stand for the icon “More Spacious than the Heavens.” It is being placed at the left hand corner in the front as you look to the iconostasis.

Today's bulletin is sponsored by the Polk Family to honor family members celebrating their birthdays in April; Laura Polk (4/5) and Charles Polk (4/22). Congratulations. Happy Birthday. Many blessed years!

SUNDAY, APRIL 14                                                         TONE 4

Fourth Sunday of Great Lent

St. John Climacus (of the Ladder)

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

Prayer of St. Ephrem

O Lord and Master of my life, take from me the spirit of sloth, despair, lust of power, and idle talk.

But give rather the spirit of chastity, humility, patience, and love to Thy servant.

Yea, O Lord and King, grant me to see my own transgressions, and not to judge my brother, for blessed art Thou, unto ages of ages. Amen.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The fast of Great Lent continues & we not only refrain from meat but also dairy products until Pascha. Please refer to your Orthodox Wall Calendars for details.

Welcome to our visitors! 

We are happy to announce that Rosa (Monica of Hippo) Mercado (sponsors: Kevin Shermock & Cheryl Yaroshevsky) & Alejandro (Alexander of Alexandria) Salas (sponsor: Reader Luis Camacho) will be Chrismated into the Orthodox Church and welcomed into our parish during Divine Liturgy next Sunday, April 14th. Congratulations & Many, Many Years! 

Many thanks to Cheryl & Arty Yaroshevsky who have donated the stand for the icon “More Spacious than the Heavens.” It is being placed at the left hand corner in the front as you look to the iconostasis. 

For those asking about how the solar eclipse went at St. Andrew’s Camp last Monday, please go to our parish website or the diocesan website at: nynjoca.org, which has a lot of nice photos.

After Coffee Hour today, we will hold our Annual Parish Meeting for the committees of the parish to give their reports, to discuss the state of the parish & to elect members to the Parish Council. For anyone to vote, they must be in good spiritual and financial standing in the Church. For the former, one must have gone to Confession at least within the past year and for the latter, please speak to our treasurer, Diane Abrams, to see if you need to bring yourself up to date. We would like as many as possible to attend the meeting to make it fruitful.

Dates to Remember:

• Saturday April 20th: Paschal Bake Sale; please speak to Deborah Sancenito for details
• Sunday, April 14th., 2024: Parish Annual Meeting 

Diocesan Events (Please visit www.nynjoca.org for details):

• St. Andrew’s Camp has listed all the events for 2024. Please see the flyer on the Bulletin Board for the details.

SUNDAY, APRIL 7                                                TONE 3

Third Sunday of Great Lent

Veneration of the Cross

Repose of St. Tikhon, Patriarch of Moscow and All Russia,

Enlightener of North America

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

Prayer of St. Ephrem

O Lord and Master of my life, take from me the spirit of sloth, despair, lust of power, and idle talk.

But give rather the spirit of chastity, humility, patience, and love to Thy servant.

Yea, O Lord and King, grant me to see my own transgressions, and not to judge my brother, for blessed art Thou, unto ages of ages. Amen.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The fast of Great Lent continues & we not only refrain from meat but also dairy products until Pascha. Please refer to your Orthodox Wall Calendars for details.

Welcome to our visitors!

Many thanks to Cheryl & Arty Yaroshevsky who have donated the stand for the icon “More Spacious than the Heavens.” It is being placed at the left hand corner in the front as you look to the iconostasis.

We are happy to announce that Rosa (Veronica) Mercado (sponsors: Kevin Shermock & Cheryl Yaroshevsky) & Alejandro (Alexander) Salas (sponsors: Reader Luis Camacho & Demetrius Morais) will be Chrismated into the Orthodox Church and welcomed into our parish during Divine Liturgy next Sunday, April 14th. Congratulations & Many, Many Years!

Dates to Remember:

• Saturday, April 13th @ 9:00 AM: Divine Lit. & Trisagion Service for Memorial Saturday
• Saturdays April 13th & 20th: Paschal Bake Sale; please speak to Deborah Sancenito for details
• Sunday, April 14th., 2024: Parish Annual Meeting

Diocesan Events (Please visit www.nynjoca.org for details):

• Total Solar Eclipse: April 8th. @ 3:15 PM at St. Andrew’s Camp. See Bulletin Board
• Lenten Teen Retreat: April 12-14 at Frost Valley, Claryville NY
• St. Andrew’s Camp has listed all the events for 2024. Please see the flyer on the Bulletin Board for the details.

SUNDAY, MARCH 31                                                     TONE 2

Second Sunday of Great Lent

St. Gregory Palamas

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

Prayer of St. Ephrem

O Lord and Master of my life, take from me the spirit of sloth, despair, lust of power, and idle talk.

But give rather the spirit of chastity, humility, patience, and love to Thy servant.

Yea, O Lord and King, grant me to see my own transgressions, and not to judge my brother, for blessed art Thou, unto ages of ages. Amen.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The fast of Great Lent continues & we not only refrain from meat but also dairy products until Pascha. Please refer to your Orthodox Wall Calendars for details.

Please remember in your prayers Madeline Minarich, the late mother of Reader Christopher Minarich, who recently Fell Asleep in the Lord. 

Welcome to our visitors! 

Today’s Coffee Hour is being sponsored by Peter & Jane Pruzinsky to celebrate the birth of their grandson, Henry Judson Pruzinsky. Congratulations to all the family!

Many thanks to the Parish Council & those who helped them to put on the beautiful supper after the Presanctified Liturgy last Wednesday! Please note that this Wednesday’s Presanctified Liturgy will be at Holy Apostles’ Church in Saddle Brook. 

Dates to Remember:

• Saturday, April 6th: Fish & Chips Dinner; please see the included flyer
• Saturday, April 13th @ 9:00 AM: Divine Lit. & Trisagion Service for Memorial Saturday
• Saturdays April 13th & 20th: Paschal Bake Sale; please speak to Deborah Sancenito for details
• Sunday, April 14th., 2024: Parish Annual Meeting

Diocesan Events (Please visit www.nynjoca.org for details):

• Total Solar Eclipse: April 8th. @ 3:15 PM at St. Andrew’s Camp. See Bulletin Board
• Lenten Teen Retreat: April 12-14 at Frost Valley, Claryville NY

· St. Andrew’s Camp has listed all the events for 2024. Please see the flyer on the Bulletin Board for the details.

We had the Procession of the Icons on Sunday, March 24th., the Sunday of Orthodoxy. Please enjoy the photos provided by our Parish Council President, Gregory Focarino.

SUNDAY, MARCH 24                                 TONE 1

First Sunday of Great Lent

Sunday of Orthodoxy

Forefeast of the Annunciation

Prayer of St. Ephrem

O Lord and Master of my life, take from me the spirit of sloth, despair, lust of power, and idle talk.

But give rather the spirit of chastity, humility, patience, and love to Thy servant.

Yea, O Lord and King, grant me to see my own transgressions, and not to judge my brother, for blessed art Thou, unto ages of ages. Amen.

Open Unto Me, O Lord, the Gates of Repentance

Glory to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit.

Open to me the doors of repentance O Lifegiver; for my spirit rises early to pray towards Thy Holy Temple, bearing the temple of my body all defiled. But in Thy Compassion purify me by the loving kindness of Thy Mercy. Now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.

Lead me on the paths of Salvation O Mother of God, for I have covered my soul in shameful sins and have wasted my life in lazy acts. But by your intercessions, deliver me from all impurity.

Have mercy on me O God according to Thy Great Mercy and according to the multitude of Thy Compassions blot out my transgressions.

When I think of the many evil things I have done, wretched I am, I tremble at the fearful day of Judgment, but trusting in Thy loving kindness, like David I cry to Thee. Have mercy on me O God, have mercy on me O God, Have mercy on me O God according to Thy great Mercy.

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong. 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The fast of Great Lent continues & we not only refrain from meat but also dairy products until Pascha. Please refer to your Orthodox Wall Calendars for details.= 

Welcome to our visitors!

There will be a Memorial Service today for:

• Michael Pruzinsky Jr., the father of Peter Prunzinsky, on the 23rd. anniversary of his repose.
• Marie Stefanelli, recently departed, requested by her friend Helen Dolecheck

For those who grow pussy willows, now might be a good time to harvest them for Palm Sunday (April 28th) given the mild weather. 

If anyone would like to contribute to the cost of purchasing a stand for the recently discovered icon of the Theotokos Holding Jesus, Wider than the Heavens, please speak to me. Given its important theological content, the only proper place for it would be on a stand in the left hand corner when facing the iconostasis. The estimated cost is between $150 & $200.00. Fr. Terence 

Holy Apostles Church in Saddle Brook is participating in the 4th Annual National Orthodox Baby Shower which is coordinated by Orthodox Christians for Life each March in keeping with the Feast of the Annunciation. The parish is accepting donations of diapers, wipes, formula, and baby clothes (no toys, please) throughout the month of March. The parish will donate all items collected to the Lighthouse pregnancy resource center. Please see the flyer on the Bulletin Board for details. 

Dates to Remember:

• Today: Parish Council meeting after Coffee Hour
• Monday, March 25th @ 9:30 AM: Divine Liturgy for the feast of the Annunciation
• Wednesday, March 27th @ 6:00 PM: Pre-sanctified Liturgy; Holy Assumption will host the local parishes
• Saturday, April 6th: Fish & Chips Dinner; please see the included flyer
• Saturday, April 13th @ 9:00 AM: Divine Lit. & Trisagion Service for Memorial Saturday
• Saturdays April 13th & 20th: Paschal Bake Sale; please speak to Deborah Sancenito for details
• Sunday, April 14th., 2024: Parish Annual Meeting

Diocesan Events (Please visit www.nynjoca.org for details):

• Total Solar Eclipse: April 8th. @ 3:15 PM at St. Andrew’s Camp. See Bulletin Board
• Lenten Teen Retreat: April 12-14 at Frost Valley, Claryville NY
• St. Andrew’s Camp has listed all the events for 2024. Please see the flyer on the Bulletin Board for the details.

SUNDAY, MARCH 17                                                     TONE 8

Cheesefare Sunday (Forgiveness Sunday) –

The Expulsion of Adam from Paradise

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Tammy Proto, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is Orthodox Christian Mission Sunday. If you would like to donate towards this very important work, please use the Q-code included in one of the Assembly of Bishops letters in this bulletin. 

Today is also Cheesefare Sunday. From tomorrow onwards, we not only refrain from meat but also dairy products until Pascha. Please refer to your Orthodox Wall Calendars for details.

Welcome to our visitors! 

There will be a Memorial Service next Sunday, March 24th., for Michael Pruzinsky Jr., the father of Peter Prunzinsky, on the 23rd. anniversary of his repose. 

Our parish will host the local OCA parishes to join us for a Pre-sanctified Liturgy on Wednesday, March 27th. At 6:00 PM. Refreshments will be offered in the parish hall afterwards. Please feel free to bring baked goods for Coffee Hour if you would like to.

The recent Beefsteak Dinner was a great success! Special thanks to: Tony Ersalesi, Joyce Telep, Greg Focarino, Joan Ersalesi, Barbara Polk, Donna Betza, Diane Abrams, Sharon Koribanics and Kevin Shermock for all their hard work for hosting last week's Beefsteak Dinner. Thanks to all those that donated gift items, and attended the affair which was very successful. The Profit from the Beefsteak was $6,435.25!

For those who grow pussy willows, now might be a good time to harvest them for Palm Sunday (April 28th) given the mild weather. 

Holy Apostles Church in Saddle Brook is participating in the 4th Annual National Orthodox Baby Shower which is coordinated by Orthodox Christians for Life each March in keeping with the Feast of the Annunciation. The parish is accepting donations of diapers, wipes, formula, and baby clothes (no toys, please) throughout the month of March. The parish will donate all items collected to the Lighthouse pregnancy resource center. Please see the flyer on the Bulletin Board for details.

Dates to Remember:

• Sunday, March 24th: Parish Council meeting after Coffee Hour
• Monday, March 25th: the feast of the Annunciation; Liturgy details to be announced
• Wednesday, March 27th @ 6:00 PM: Pre-sanctified Liturgy; Holy Assumption will host the local parishes
• Saturday, April 6th., 2024: Fish & Chips Dinner; please see the included flyer
• Saturday, April 13th: Memorial Saturday
• Saturdays April 13th & 20th: Paschal Bake Sale; please speak to Deborah Sancenito for details
• Sunday, April 14th., 2024: Parish Annual Meeting

Diocesan Events (Please visit www.nynjoca.org for details):

• Today: Orthodox Christian Mission Sunday
• Lenten Women’s Retreat: March 22-24 at St. Andrew’s Camp
• Total Solar Eclipse: April 8th. @ 3:15 PM at St. Andrew’s Camp. See Bulletin Board
• Lenten Teen Retreat: April 12-14 at Frost Valley, Claryville NY
• St. Andrew’s Camp has listed all the events for 2024. Please see the flyer on the Bulletin Board for the details.

SUNDAY, MARCH 10                                          TONE 7

Meatfare Sunday – Sunday of the Last Judgment

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Tammy Proto, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is Meatfare Sunday. From tomorrow onwards, we refrain from meat until Pascha. Please refer to your Orthodox Wall Calendars for details. 

Welcome to our visitors! 

Our parish will host the local OCA parishes to join us for a Pre-sanctified Liturgy on Wednesday, March 27th. At 6:00 PM. Refreshments will be offered in the parish hall afterwards. Please feel free to bring baked goods for Coffee Hour if you would like to.

Today's bulletin is sponsored by the Polk Family to honor Abigail Polk celebrating her 2nd birthday TODAY, March 10th. Happy Birthday, Congratulations & Many Blessed Years!

For those who grow pussy willows, now might be a good time to harvest them for Palm Sunday (April 28th) given the mild weather.

The recent Beefsteak Dinner was a great success! Special thanks to: Tony Ersalesi, Joyce Telep, Greg Focarino, Joan Ersalesi, Barbara Polk, Donna Betza, Diane Abrams, Sharon Koribanics and Kevin Shermock for all their hard work for hosting last week's Beefsteak Dinner. Thanks to all those that donated gift items, and attended the affair which was very successful. The Profit from the Beefsteak was $6,435.25! 

Holy Apostles Church in Saddle Brook is participating in the 4th Annual National Orthodox Baby Shower which is coordinated by Orthodox Christians for Life each March in keeping with the Feast of the Annunciation. The parish is accepting donations of diapers, wipes, formula, and baby clothes (no toys, please) throughout the month of March. The parish will donate all items collected to the Lighthouse pregnancy resource center. Please see the flyer on the Bulletin Board for details.

Dates to Remember:

• Monday, March 25th: the feast of the Annunciation; Liturgy details to be announced
• Wednesday, March 27th @ 6:00 PM: Pre-sanctified Liturgy; Holy Assumption will host the local parishes
• Saturday, April 6th., 2024: Fish & Chips Dinner; please see the included flyer
• Saturday, April 13th: Memorial Saturday
• Saturdays April 13th. & 20th: Paschal Bake Sale; please see the included flyer
• Sunday, April 14th., 2024: Parish Annual Meeting

Diocesan Events (Please visit www.nynjoca.org for details):

• Orthodox Christian Mission Sunday: March 18th
• Lenten Women’s Retreat: March 22-24 at St. Andrew’s Camp
• Total Solar Eclipse: April 8th. @ 3:15 PM at St. Andrew’s Camp. See Bulletin Board
• Lenten Teen Retreat: April 12-14 at Frost Valley, Claryville NY

· St. Andrew’s Camp has listed all the events for 2024. Please see the flyer on the Bulletin Board for the details.

SUNDAY, MARCH 3                                                       TONE 6

39^th Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday of the Prodigal Son

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Tammy Proto, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors!

Tomorrow, March 4th., will be the 90th. Anniversary of the first Hierarchical Divine Liturgy for our parish. Thanks to the dedication of the priests & the hard work of the parishioners over the decades we are still here & thriving. This is truly a milestone to celebrate! Please continue to pray for the parish’s wellbeing both with the community and for the beautiful facilities that we enjoy. Many years to everyone!

There will be a Memorial Service at the end of Divine Liturgy today for: 

• Olga Grib, for her 4th. Year Anniversary in repose, requested by her daughters: Karen, Kathy & Krissy 
• Edward & Annette Swenda, for her 4^th Year Anniversary in repose; also for Charles Swenda, Michael & Ella Swenda and Jacob & Emily Hlischinsky, requested by their family: Cheryl, Arthur & Michael Yaroshefsky and Gregory Swenda; also: Elizabeth Dorco, who Fell Asleep in the Lord this past week and Gerald Dorco.

The artoklasia was baked by Kevin Shermock.

Memory Eternal! 

Thank you to those who gave towards St. Peter’s Haven. We collected $400.00!

Many thanks to Kathy Robinson, Barbara Polk, Debbie Sancenito, June Fejko, Marilyn Wong & all the parishioners who supported last Sunday’s Leap Year Bake Sale either by contributing (& buying) a baked item. The fundraiser made $347.00 for this wonderful event! 

Holy Apostles Church in Saddle Brook is participating in the 4th Annual National Orthodox Baby Shower which is coordinated by Orthodox Christians for Life each March in keeping with the Feast of the Annunciation. The parish is accepting donations of diapers, wipes, formula, and baby clothes (no toys, please) throughout the month of March. The parish will donate all items collected to the Lighthouse pregnancy resource center. Please see the flyer on the Bulletin Board for details. 

Dates to Remember:

• Tomorrow, March 4th., will be the 90th. Anniversary of the first Hierarchical Divine Liturgy celebrated for our parish
• Sunday, March 10th: Daylight Saving begins. Please move your clocks 1 hour forward
• Monday, March 25th: the feast of the Annunciation; Liturgy details to be announced
• Saturday, April 6th., 2024: Fish & Chips Dinner; please see the included flyer
• Saturdays April 13th. & 20th: Paschal Bake Sale; please see the included flyer
• Sunday, April 14th., 2024: Parish Annual Meeting

Diocesan Events (Please visit www.nynjoca.org for details):

• Orthodox Christian Mission Sunday: March 18th
• Lenten Women’s Retreat: March 22-24 at St. Andrew’s Camp
• Total Solar Eclipse: April 8th. @ 3:15 PM at St. Andrew’s Camp. See Bulletin Board
• Lenten Teen Retreat: April 12-14 at Frost Valley, Claryville NY
• St. Andrew’s Camp has listed all the events for 2024. Please see the flyer on the Bulletin Board for the details.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 25                                                TONE 5

38^th Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday of the Publican and the Pharisee

[Beginning of the Lenten Triodion]

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Tammy Proto, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors! 

There will be no Memorial Service at the end of Divine Liturgy today.

Next Sunday, March 3^rd for: 

• Olga Grib, for her 4th. Year Anniversary in repose, requested by her daughters: Karen, Kathy & Krissy 
• Edward & Annette Swenda, for her 4^th Year Anniversary in repose; also for Charles Swenda, Michael & Ella Swenda and Jacob & Emily Hlischinsky, requested by their family: Cheryl, Arthur & Michael Yaroshefsky and Gregory Swenda        -     

Memory Eternal! 

There will be a special collection today for St. Peter’s Haven . If you wish to make your donation by check, kindly make it payable to Holy Assumption Orthodox Church earmark it: 'St. Peter's Haven's donation' One check for the amounts donated & collected will be totaled & sent to St. Peter's Haven.

Thank you to Deborah Sancenito & her team who prepared the soup for the Soup Sale on February 9th. That, together with the sale of the cookies made a profit of $497.16! 

On Saturday, March 2, 2024, the Parish Council will host the 36th Annual Beefsteak Dinner fundraiser. As in the past, it is appealing to the generosity of parishioners to donate gift items ($25.00 and above in value) and/or monetary donations, to purchase gift items for the raffle portion during the dinner. This event is a major fundraiser for the parish. Thank you for your continued support & generosity. Please contact Joyce Telep for more information & questions.

Today's bulletin is sponsored by the Polk Family to honor Heather Polk, who is celebrating her birthday on Feb. 28th.  Congratulations!  Happy Birthday  &  Many years! 

Dates to Remember:

• Today, February 25th:
• Special collection for St. Peter’s Haven
• Leap Year Bake Sale during Coffee Hour.
• Parish Council Meeting
• Saturday, March 2^nd 2024

 The 90th. Anniversary of the first Hierarchical Divine Liturgy celebrated for our parish

• @ 6:00 PM: doors open for the 36th Annual Beefsteak Dinner
• Saturday, April 6th., 2024: Fish & Chips Dinner

Diocesan Events (Please visit www.nynjoca.org for details):

• Orthodox Christian Mission Sunday: March 18th
• Lenten Women’s Retreat: March 22-24 at St. Andrew’s Camp
• Total Solar Eclipse: April 8th. @ 3:15 PM at St. Andrew’s Camp. See Bulletin Board
• Lenten Teen Retreat: April 12-14 at Frost Valley, Claryville NY

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18                                                TONE 4

37^th Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday of Zacchaeus

St. Leo the Great, Pope of Rome

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Tammy Proto, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

Welcome to our visitors! 

There will be a special collection for St. Peter’s Haven on Sunday, February 25^th to support their fine work in the community. If you wish to make your donation by check, kindly make it payable to Holy Assumption Orthodox Church earmark it: 'St. Peter's Haven's donation' One check for the amounts donated & collected will be totaled & sent to St. Peter's Haven. 

On Saturday, March 2, 2024, the Parish Council will host the 36th Annual Beefsteak Dinner fundraiser. As in the past, it is appealing to the generosity of parishioners to donate gift items ($25.00 and above in value) and/or monetary donations, to purchase gift items for the raffle portion during the dinner. This event is a major fundraiser for the parish. Thank you for your continued support & generosity. Please contact Joyce Telep for more information & questions.

Help is needed to set-up long tables today after Coffee Hour in the hall for the upcoming bake sale on February 25^th If some parishioners are available to help with this task, at the end of coffee hour this morning, your help would be much appreciated. Please see the included flyer to read the details of the sale. 

Photos of Archbishop Michael’s Annual Visit at which His Eminence tonsured Luis Camacho to be a Reader & presented a Gromota to the parish for its 90th. Anniversary are on the parish website at: holyassumptionclifton.org. Click onto ‘News & Events’ to see the various posts of the day. Our diocesan website has also posted a photo of the choir with His Eminence & Fr. Terence. There is also a photo of Reader Luis Camacho being tonsured. The diocesan website is: nynjoca.org. After you get to the website, you will need to scroll down past a couple of other posts to see the photos.

Many thanks to Deborah Sancenito & those who helped her from the Sisterhood of St. Barbara for the February 9^th Soup Sale! It made a profit of $497.00. They also made a profit of $120.00 for the Cookie Sale that they held. Thus, the event made a total profit of $617.00! 

Dates to Remember:

• Sunday, February 25^th
• Special collection for St. Peter’s Haven
• Leap Year Bake Sale during Coffee Hour
• Parish Council meeting after Coffee Hour
• Saturday, March 2^nd 2024
• The 90th. Anniversary of the first Hierarchical Divine Liturgy celebrated for our parish

• @ 6:00 PM: doors open for the 36th Annual Beefsteak Dinner
• Saturday, April 6th., 2024: Fish & Chips Dinner

Diocesan Events (Please visit www.nynjoca.org for details):

• Orthodox Christian Mission Sunday: March 18th
• Lenten Women’s Retreat: March 22-24 at St. Andrew’s Camp
• Total Solar Eclipse: April 8th. @ 3:15 PM at St. Andrew’s Camp. See Bulletin Board
• Lenten Teen Retreat: April 12-14 at Frost Valley, Claryville NY

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 11                                                TONE 3

36^th Sunday after Pentecost

Hieromartyr Blaise, Bishop of Sebaste

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Tammy Proto, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors!

The Parish Council has decided to take up a special collection for St. Peter’s Haven on Sunday, February 25^th to support their fine work in the community. Their mission as a charity is to feed the hungry & help the homeless in Clifton & the local area. Their work includes: providing short-term housing for homeless & at risk families; services for low income families; running a food pantry program that serves over 1500 people a month; health clinics, veteran's services; it advertises job postings, and has established community gardens to share the benefits of gardening.

If you wish to make your donation by check, kindly make it payable to Holy Assumption Orthodox Church earmark it: 'St. Peter's Haven's donation' One check for the amounts donated & collected will be totaled & sent to St. Peter's Haven. 

On Saturday, March 2, 2024, the Parish Council will host the 36th Annual Beefsteak Dinner fundraiser. As in the past, it is appealing to the generosity of parishioners to donate gift items ($25.00 and above in value) and/or monetary donations, to purchase gift items for the raffle portion during the dinner. This event is a major fundraiser for the parish. Thank you for your continued support & generosity. Please contact Joyce Telep for more information & questions.

Photos of Archbishop Michael’s Annual Visit at which His Eminence tonsured Luis Camacho to be a Reader & presented a Gromota to the parish for its 90th. Anniversary are on the parish website at: holyassumptionclifton.org. Click onto ‘News & Events’ to see the various posts of the day.

Dates to Remember:

• Sunday, February 25th: special collection for St. Peter’s Haven
• Saturday, March 2nd: the 90th. Anniversary of the first Hierarchical Divine Liturgy for the parish
• Saturday, March 2^nd 2024 @ 6:00 PM: doors open for the 36th Annual Beefsteak Dinner
• Saturday, April 6th., 2024: Fish & Chips Dinner

Diocesan Events (Please visit www.nynjoca.org for details):

• Lenten Women’s Retreat: March 22-24 at St. Andrew’s Camp
• Total Solar Eclipse: April 8th. @ 3:15 PM at St. Andrew’s Camp. See Bulletin Board
• Lenten Teen Retreat: April 12-14 at Frost Valley, Claryville NY

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 4                                        TONE 2

35^th Sunday after Pentecost

Afterfeast of the Meeting

Venerable Isidore of Pelusium

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors! 

There will be a Memorial Service today for:

• Matushka Maryann Oselinsky, for the 1^st Anniversary of her Falling Asleep in the Lord, requested by the Sisterhood of St. Barbara
• Gregory Betza, for his 2^nd Anniversary of his Falling Asleep in the Lord, requested by Donna Betza
• Alice Bacik, for the 10^th Anniversary of her Falling Asleep in the Lord, requested by(daughter) Deborah Sancenito & Family
• John Bacik III, for the 8^th Anniversary of his Falling Asleep in the Lord, requested by (sister)Deborah Sancenito & Family 
• Judy Gardner, who passed away on Jan. 19, 2024, requested by (friend) Deborah Sancenito & Family 

The Parish Council has decided to take up a special collection for St. Peter’s Haven on Sunday, February 25^th to support their fine work in the community. Their mission as a charity is to feed the hungry & help the homeless in Clifton & the local area. Their work includes: providing short-term housing for homeless & at risk families; services for low income families; running a food pantry program that serves over 1500 people a month; health clinics, veteran's services; it advertises job postings, and has established community gardens to share the benefits of gardening.

If you wish to make your donation by check, kindly make it payable to Holy Assumption Orthodox Church earmark it: 'St. Peter's Haven's donation' One check for the amounts donated & collected will be totaled & sent to St. Peter's Haven. 

On Saturday, March 2, 2024, the Parish Council will host the 36th Annual Beefsteak Dinner fundraiser. As in the past, it is appealing to the generosity of parishioners to donate gift items ($25.00 and above in value) and/or monetary donations, to purchase gift items for the raffle portion during the dinner. This event is a major fundraiser for the parish. Thank you for your continued support & generosity. Please contact Joyce Telep for more information & questions.

Photos of Archbishop Michael’s Annual Visit at which His Eminence tonsured Luis Camacho to be a Reader & presented a Gromota to the parish for its 90th. Anniversary are on the parish website at: holyassumptionclifton.org. Click onto ‘News & Events’ to see the various posts of the day.

Dates to Remember:

• Saturday, February 10th: Beef Barley Mushroom Soup to go; see included flyer
• Sunday, February 25th: special collection for St. Peter’s Haven
• Saturday, March 2^nd 2024 @ 6:00 PM: doors open for the 36th Annual Beefsteak Dinner
• Saturday, April 6th., 2024: Fish & Chips Dinner

Diocesan Events (Please visit www.nynjoca.org for details):

• Lenten Women’s Retreat: March 22-24 at St. Andrew’s Camp
• Total Solar Eclipse: April 8th. @ 3:15 PM at St. Andrew’s Camp. See Bulletin Board
• Lenten Teen Retreat: April 12-14 at Frost Valley, Claryville NY

SUNDAY, JANUARY 28                                                  TONE 1

34^th Sunday after Pentecost

Synaxis of the Holy New Martyrs and Confessors of Russia

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors!

There will be a Memorial Service today for:

• Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, for the 1^st Anniversary of her Falling Asleep in the Lord, requested by the Parish Council
• Margaret Helen Mazur, requested by Pat Mazur, for her birthday that was on January 20th
• Josephne Billy, requested by Elaine Svendsen, for her birthday on January 21st
• Judy Gardner, requested by Barbara Polk, who passed away on January 19, 2024,

Next Sunday for:

• Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, for the 1^st Anniversary of her Falling Asleep in the Lord, requested by the Sisterhood of St. Barbara
• Gregory Betza, for his 2^nd Anniversary of his Falling Asleep in the Lord, requested  by Donna Betza
• Alice Bacik, for the 10^th Anniversary of her Falling Asleep in the Lord, requested by(daughter) Deborah Sancenito & Family
• John Bacik III, for the 8^th Anniversary of his Falling Asleep in the Lord, requested by (sister)Deborah Bacik & Family 
• Judy Gardner, who passed away on Jan. 19, 2024, requested by (friend) Deborah Sancenito & Family

The Parish Council has decided to take up a special collection for St. Peter’s Haven on Sunday, Feb. 25^th to support their fine work in the community. Their mission as a charity is to feed the hungry & help the homeless in Clifton & the local area. Their work includes: providing short-term housing for homeless & at risk families; services for low income families; running a food pantry program that serves over 1500 people a month; health clinics, veteran's services; it advertises job postings, and has established community gardens to share the benefits of gardening.

If you wish to make your donation by check, kindly make it payable to Holy Assumption Orthodox Church earmark it: 'St. Peter's Haven's donation' One check for the amounts donated & collected will be totaled & sent to St. Peter's Haven.

On Saturday, March 2, 2024, the Parish Council will host the 36th Annual Beefsteak Dinner fundraiser. As in the past, it is appealing to the generosity of parishioners to donate gift items ($25.00 and above in value) and/or monetary donations, to purchase gift items for the raffle portion during the dinner. This event is a major fundraiser for the parish. Thank you for your continued support & generosity. Please contact Joyce Telep for more information & questions.

Dates to Remember:

• Saturday, March 2, 2024, at 7 PM: Annual Beefsteak Dinner fundraiser in the parish hall
• Saturday, March 2^nd 2024 @ 6:00 PM: 36th Annual Beefsteak Dinner Fundraiser
• Saturday, April 6th., 2024: Fish & Chips Dinner

SUNDAY, JANUARY 14                                                  TONE 7

32^nd Sunday after Pentecost

Leavetaking of the Theophany

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors!

Dates to Remember:

• Today, January 14th:
• Parish Council Meeting after Coffee Hour
• Choir Practice for next Sunday’s Hierarchical Divine Liturgy
• Saturday & Sunday of January 20th. & 21st:
• Annual Visit from Archbishop Michael to celebrate the 90th. Anniversary of the first Hierarchical Divine Liturgy held in our parish on March 4th., 1934, by their Graces Bishop Tikhon & Bishop Adam of Blessed Memories
• Tonsuring of Choir Director Luis Camacho, by Archbishop Michael to become a Reader at the beginning of the Hierarchical Divine Liturgy on Sunday, January 21st.
• A celebratory breakfast will be held in the hall after the Liturgy to commemorate His Eminence’s visit, the 90th. Anniversary & Reader Luis’ tonsuring. A suggested donation of $20.00 is being asked to cover the cost
• Saturday, March 2, 2024, at 7 PM: Annual Beefsteak Dinner fundraiser in the parish hall

SUNDAY, JANUARY 7                                          TONE 6

31^st Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday After the Theophany

Afterfeast of the Theophany

Synaxis of the Holy Glorious Prophet, Forerunner, and Baptist John

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Great Blessing of Water was performed yesterday. The blessed water is available for those who have bottles to bring some home.

Welcome to our visitors!

Today's bulletin is sponsored by the Polk Family to honor family members celebrating their birthdays in January: John Polk, Sr. January 2nd. and John Polk, Jr., January 7th.  Congratulations!   Many Blessed Years!

The 2024 Liturgical Wall Calendars have arrived & are in the church vestibule. Please take one per household.

The Annual Christmas Gift Card Charity fundraiser lead by Craig Polk & the Sunday School raised $350.00 in total. $300 for gift cards for the students and $50 to help with supplies for the school. Thank you to all who supported this fundraiser!

The profit from the recent Nut & Prune Roll sale was $849.00! Thank you to Deborah Sancenito, Ludmilla Di Lanni, Barbara Polk & Katherine Robinson who worked so hard to prepare them. Thank you also to everyone who made donations towards all the ingredients. Those donations enabled the sale to stay cost free. Thank you to everyone who supported the sale.

The profit from our Holiday Dinner was $3,550.57! Thank you again to everyone who helped to put the function on & supported it. 

Dates to Remember:

Saturday & Sunday of January 20th. & 21st: Annual Visit from Archbishop Michael

Saturday, March 2, 2024, at 7 PM: Annual Beefsteak Dinner fundraiser in the parish hall

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 31                                               TONE 5

Sunday After the Nativity of Christ

Holy Righteous Ones: Joseph the Betrothed, David the King, and James the Brother of the Lord

Leavetaking of the Nativity

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Ileana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

There will be a Memorial Service today for:

• Frank Fusco, after his 40^th Day in Falling Asleep in the Lord, requested by Judy Fusco & Family
• Those listed on the Memorial Plaque; see below

Welcome to our visitors!

The 2024 Liturgical Wall Calendars have arrived & are in the church vestibule. Please take one per household.

The profit from our Holiday Dinner was $3,550.57! Thank you again to everyone who helped to put the function on & supported it.

The profit from the recent Nut & Prune Roll sale was $849.00! Thank you to Deborah Sancenito, Ludmilla Di Lanni, Barbara Polk & Katherine Robinson who worked so hard to prepare them. Thank you also to everyone who made donations towards all the ingredients. Those donations enabled the sale to stay cost free. Thank you to everyone who supported the sale. 

Dates to Remember:

Saturday, January 6^th 2024 @ 9:30 AM: Divine Liturgy for the feast of the Theophany

Saturday & Sunday of January 20th. & 21st: Annual Visit from Archbishop Michael

MEMORIAL PLAQUE NAMES2022-2023

1. Nicholas C. Ligosh 13.  Laura Dlholucky            

              1946 – 2018                                                     1969- 2019

2. Mary Krupp 14.  Peter & Mary Kohler

          1916 – 1997

3. Frank &  Julia Betza                   15.  John & Helen Fornazor
4. Mary Gogats 16.  Michael Pruzinsky JR.

          1907 – 1995                                                          1920- 2001

5. Kevin Kohler 17.  Olga & Michael Grib

                       1957–2018

6. The John Hruby Family 18.  Edward & Annette Swenda
7. Vera & Michael Makarewicz 19.  Susan Ersalesi Mautone

  1975- 2020

8. Anna Pereviznick 20.  Charles & Anne Beres

           1884– 1964

9. Ward & Zubal Families 21.  Patricia Thanasides

1955-2020

10. Peter Holick 22.  Tina Telep

           1923– 2009                                      1947-2015

11. The Bacik Family 23.  Nicholas & Sally Telep
12. Barbara & Walter Kluck 24.  Gregory C Betza

1942-2022

25. Vladimir & Lillian Kopetz         26.  Anna Holick

                                                                               1926 - 2022

27. Judith Telep                                28.  Mary Lenkowec Goldbach                                1952-2022                                           1919 – 2017

Christ is Born!

Glorify Him!

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 24                                               TONE 4

29^th Sunday after Pentecost (14^th of Luke)

Sunday of the Holy Fathers

Sunday Before the Nativity of Christ

Eve of the Nativity of Christ

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

The Nativity of our Lord 2023

To the clergy, monastics, and faithful of the Orthodox Church in America, my beloved children in the Lord,

Christ is born! Glorify him!

At the Vigil for today’s feast, we sang with the words of St. Germanus of Constantinople: “Today the Virgin gives birth to the Maker of all. Eden offers a cave and a star discloses Christ, the Sun, to those in darkness” (second sticheron at the aposticha).

In a supreme paradox, the created world today offers shelter to the one who contains all things in the palm of his hand. Coming among us in obscurity, “born of a woman, born under the Law” (Gal. 4:4), in the form of a tiny baby, “in the form of a servant” (Phil. 2:7), hidden in a dark cave, nevertheless he shines his light upon our gloom.

Becoming small, he allows us to touch his greatness. Clothing himself in our weakness, he permits us to rest in his strength. Embracing obscurity, he brings enlightenment to the ends of the earth. Ministering as a servant, he shows his love as our Master, our Lord, and our King.

In our present day, as the gloom waxes and the darkness closes, as “wars and rumors of wars” abound (Mt. 24:6), the icon of the Nativity—Eternity laid as a baby in a crib, Salvation in the form of a newborn child, Redemption in the weakness of infant flesh—is as timely as ever. As an American hymn writer wrote over a century and a half ago, in the dark streets of Bethlehem, “the hopes and fears of all the years” are met together on the night of the Savior’s birth. If we seek an answer, a solution, to the questions of our age and every age, that Answer, the very Word of the Father, can be found lying in a manger, sleeping, yet with his heart awake (Songs 5:2); resting in his tiny human body, but at work as God (Jn. 5:17).

Once the wise men journeyed, not to meet Herod in his court of splendor, nor to seek Caesar on his Roman throne, but to find a Child in his Mother’s arms. Likewise, we do not seek peace, salvation, and joy from the hand and works of “princes and sons of men” (Ps. 145:3), but from the Lord who appears to us in silence, showing us the way of humility, stillness, forgiveness, meekness, and mercy.

Today, as we join the righteous Joseph, the magi, and the shepherds in worshipping the Lord at his Nativity, enthroned in the lap of his Mother, we place our trust in his care, his providence, his justice, which transcend all human comprehension. Setting aside our own righteousness, we repent and embrace the peace and silence of the manger. Setting aside the grand and distracting worries of the world, we concern ourselves with generosity and forbearance towards our brethren and neighbors.

As St. Porphyrius of Kavsokalyvia writes, “Only prayer, silence, and love are effective.” Resting in prayer and silence, through faith and trust we encounter the love of the one who became flesh for our sake, in whom every conflict and battle ceases, the Peace and Power of God, come to reign in our hearts through his Incarnation. May we always accept that love with repentance, humility, and gratitude, and joyfully share it with others, this day and every day.

To Christ our God and Savior, born this Christmas day, be all glory, together with his Father who is without beginning and his All-holy Spirit, unto the endless ages of ages. Amen.

Christ is born! Glorify him!

I remain as ever,
Sincerely yours in the joy of our newborn Lord and God and Savior,

• Tikhon
  Archbishop of Washington
  Metropolitan of All America and Canada

ANNOUNCEMENTS

There will be a Memorial Service today for:

• Susan Mautone, requested by the Undina Family
• Jerry LaPorte, Mary McGovern Appel, William J. Haddock & Maureen J. Leibmann,

requested by their beloved friends, Jack and Debbie Michels

• Kevin Kohler, Irene Koribanics, John Peregrim, Irene Subtelny, Olga & Michael Grib and Anna & Peter Holick whose names are on the Preservation Fund Plaque.

Welcome to our visitors!

The 2024 Liturgical Wall Calendars have arrived & are in the church vestibule. Please take one per household.

The profit from our Holiday Dinner was $3,420.57! Thank you again to everyone who helped to put the function on & supported it. 

The Sisterhood of St. Barbara expresses its thanks to everyone for their support and participation in the Nut & Lekvar (prune ) Roll fundraiser was held on Saturday, December 16^th.  The profit will be announced after all the calculations are tallied. 

Dates to Remember:

• Sunday, December 24th @ 4:30 PM: Nocturnes for the Nativity of Christ
• Monday, December 25th @ 9:30 AM: Divine Liturgy for the Nativity of Christ

Christ is Born!

Glorify Him!

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17                                               TONE 3

28^th Sunday after Pentecost (13^th of Luke)

Sunday of the Forefathers

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

There will be a Memorial Service today for Stephen Weiss, who passed away recently, requested by Joseph & Sharon Korbanics.

The Nativity Fast continues this week. Please refer to your Liturgical Wall Calendars for details.

The 2024 Liturgical Wall Calendars have arrived & are in the church vestibule. Please take one per household.

Many, many thanks to members of the Parish Council & those who have supported them in regard to last night’s Holiday Dinner! Also for the food donated by the Portuguese restaurant: Manny from Pic-nic. 

Thanks also to Deborah Sancenito, Ludmilla Di Lanni, June Fejko & others who helped to prepare the beautiful soup last week. The sales made a profit of $160.00.

The Parish School Yolka will be on Sunday December 17^th .

The School will also be collecting monetary donations to provide Christmas Gift Cards for Passaic Mental Health. Please contact Craig Polk for more information or, would like to make a donation.

Welcome to our visitors! 

The Sisterhood of St. Barbara expresses its thanks to everyone for their support and participation in the Nut & Lekvar (prune ) Roll fundraiser was held on Saturday, December 16^th.  The profit will be announced after all the calculations are tallied. 

Dates to Remember:

• Sunday, December 17th: the Parish School Yolka after Coffee Hour
• Sunday, December 24th @ 4:30 PM: Nocturnes for the Nativity of Christ
• Monday, December 25th @ 9:30 AM: Divine Liturgy for the Nativity of Christ

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10                                               TONE 2

27^th Sunday after Pentecost (12^th of Luke)

Martyrs Means, Hermogenes, and Eugraphus, of Alexandria

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Those who wish to go to Confession on Saturday, please come before Great Vespers, no later than 4:00 PM, because I have a class afterwards.

The Nativity Fast continues this week. Please refer to your Liturgical Wall Calendars for details.

The 2024 Liturgical Wall Calendars have arrived & are in the church vestibule. Please take one per household.

Many, many thanks to members of the Parish Council & those who have supported them in regard to last night’s Holiday Dinner! Also for the food donated by the Portuguese restaurant: Manny from Pic-nic.

Thanks also to Deborah Sancenito, Ludmilla Di Lanni, June Fejko & others who helped to prepare the beautiful soup last week. The sales made a profit of $160.00. 

There will be a Parish School Christmas Lunch on Saturday December 16^th .

The Parish School Yolka will be on Sunday December 17^th .

The School will also be collecting monetary donations to provide Christmas Gift Cards for Passaic Mental Health. Please contact Craig Polk for more information or, would like to make a donation. 

Welcome to our visitors!

Dates to Remember:

• Saturday, December 16th:
• Nut & Levkar Roll fundraiser. Please see included flyer for details.
• School Christmas Lunch
• Sunday, December 17th: the Parish School Yolka after Coffee Hour
• Sunday, December 24th @ 4:30 PM: Nocturnes for the Nativity of Christ
• Monday, December 25th @ 9:30 AM: Divine Liturgy for the Nativity of Christ

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3                                                 TONE 1

26^th Sunday after Pentecost (11^th of Luke)

Prophet Zephaniah

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Nativity Fast continues this week. Please refer to your Liturgical Wall Calendars for details.

The 2024 Liturgical Wall Calendars have arrived & are in the church vestibule. Please take one per household.

There will be a Memorial Service today in memory of:

• Helen Bartko, Great Grandmother of Gregory Focarino on his mother’s side, requested by the Focarino Family, on the 35th. Anniversary of her Falling Asleep in the Lord
• The Departed Members of the Sisterhood of St. Barbara

Please also keep in your prayers the hard working members of the Sisterhood of St. Barbara. May God grant them many more years as they continue their service to the Church. We celebrate the feast of St. Barbara tomorrow & St. Nicholas on Wednesday. 

Many, many thanks to members of the Parish Council & those who have supported them in regard to last night’s Holiday Dinner! Also, for the food donated by the Portuguese restaurant: Manny from Pic-nic.

There will be a Parish School Christmas Lunch on Saturday December 16^th

The Parish School Yolka will be on Sunday December 17^th

The School will also be collecting monetary donations to provide Christmas Gift Cards for Passaic Mental Health. Please contact Craig Polk for more information or, would like to make a donation. 

Welcome to our visitors!

Dates to Remember:

• Saturday, December 16th:
• Nut & Levkar Roll fundraiser. Please see included flyer for details.
• School Christmas Lunch
• Sunday, December 17th: the Parish School Yolka after Coffee Hour

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 12                                              TONE 6

23^rd Sunday after Pentecost (8^th of Luke)

St. John the Merciful, Patriarch of Alexandria

Ven. Nilus the Faster, of Sinai

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please remember in your prayers Frank Fusco, who Fell Asleep in the Lord, this past week.

The Nativity Fast will begin this Wednesday, November 15th. & will continue until December 24th. Please refer to your Liturgical Wall Calendars for details.

The 2024 Liturgical Wall Calendars have arrived & are in the church vestibule. Please take one per household.

Welcome to our visitors! 

For the upcoming Holiday Dinner on December 2nd, we are looking for volunteers to help make this evening a success. We need people to assist with set up, clean up and selling raffles for example. There will be a sign up sheet available at coffee hours or see Joyce Telep.

Also we are asking for monetary donations to support our Super Raffle.

There will be a Parish School Christmas Lunch on Saturday December 16^th .

The Parish School Yolka will be on Sunday December 17^th .

The School will also be collecting monetary donations to provide Christmas Gift Cards for Passaic Mental Health. Please contact Craig Polk for more information or, would like to make a donation.

Dates to Remember:

• Today, November 12^th after Coffee Hour: Parish Council meeting
• Saturday, December 2^nd: St. Nicholas/Barbara Christmas Dinner
• Saturday, December 16th: School Christmas Lunch
• Sunday, December 17th: the Parish School Yolka

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 29                                                  TONE 4

21^st Sunday after Pentecost (6^th of Luke)

Martyr Anastasia the Roman

Ven. Abramius the Recluse

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors!

Today, there will be a Memorial Service after Divine Liturgy for Lorraine & Peter Spann, requested by the Fejko & Udina Families.

Dates to Remember:

Thursday-Friday, November 2nd & 3rd: Annual Diocesan Assembly meeting in South River

Sunday, November 12^th after Coffee Hour: Parish Council meeting

Saturday, December 2^nd: St. Nicholas/Barbara Christmas Dinner

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 22                                                  TONE 3

20^th Sunday after Pentecost (5^th of Luke)

Holy Equal-to-the-Apostles Abercius,

Bishop and Wonderworker of Hieropolis

The Holy Seven Youths (“Seven Sleepers”) of Ephesus

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors!

Today, there will be a 40 Day Memorial Service after Divine Liturgy for Kristina Lindholm. 

Next Sunday (29th), for: Lorraine & Peter Spann, requested by the Fejko & Udina Families

Dates to Remember:

Thursday-Friday, November 2nd & 3rd: Annual Diocesan Assembly meeting in South River

Sunday, November 12^th after Coffee Hour: Parish Council meeting

Saturday, December 2^nd: St. Nicholas/Barbara Christmas Dinner

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15                                                  TONE 2

19^th Sunday after Pentecost (4^th of Luke)

Ven. Euthymius the New, of Thessalonica, Monk of Mt. Athos

Martyr Lucian the Presbyter of Antioch

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong. 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors!

There will be a 40 Day Memorial Service for Kristina Lindholm on Sunday, October 22^nd 

Dates to Remember:

Sunday, October 15th: Parish Council meeting after Coffee Hour

Thursday-Friday, November 2nd & 3rd: Annual Diocesan Assembly meeting in South River

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8                                          TONE 1

18^th Sunday after Pentecost (3^rd of Luke)

Commemoration of the Holy Fathers of the 7^th Ecumenical Council

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors! 

Today, there will be a Memorial Service after the Divine Liturgy for:

• Mark Sancenito, requested by Deborah Sancenito & family for his 15^th Year in Repose
• families
• Josephine Gaeta, recently deceased, requested by Deborah Sancenito 

The latest edition of the diocesan magazine, Jacob’s Well, has arrived. Please take one from the church vestibule or, in the parish hall. 

Today's bulletin is sponsored by the Polk Family to honor Mikaela Polk celebrating her birthday Oct. 12th and Brad & Danielle Polk, celebrating their wedding anniversary Oct. 23rd.  Congratulations!  Many blessed years!

Dates to Remember:

Sunday, October 15th: Parish Council meeting after Coffee Hour

Thursday-Friday, November 2nd & 3rd: Annual Diocesan Assembly meeting in South River

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 1                                                    TONE 8

17^th Sunday after Pentecost (2^nd of Luke)

The Protection of our Most Holy Lady Theotokos and Ever-Virgin Mary

[Ven. Romanus the Melodist]

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

This Sunday, as we remember Romanus the Melodist, is Choir Appreciation Sunday.

The Choir & Chanters will be acknowledged during the Divine Liturgy 

Welcome to our visitors! 

Today, there will be a Memorial Service after the Divine Liturgy for:

• Olga Grib, for her 92^nd Birthday requested by her daughters Kathy, Karen, Krissy & their families 

Next Sunday:

• Mark Sancenito, requested by Deborah Sancenito & family for his 15^th Year in Repose
• Josephine Gaeta, recently deceased, requested by Deborah Sancenito 

We all had a very enjoyable afternoon last Sunday at our Annual Parish Picnic! Thank you to Craig Polk who organized it, to those who donated or cooked food and to those who helped him setup and cleanup afterwards. 

Thank you to Gregory & Vera Focarino who took photos for the 3 beautiful events we had on Sunday: the Churching of Sophia Vitales, the blessing & presentation of the Icon of St. Mary of Egypt to Mary Daniel and in the parish hall, the Annual Parish Picnic. To view these photos please go to the parish website at: holyassumptionclifton.org; or, the parish Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/HolyAssumptionClifton/ 

The latest edition of the diocesan magazine, Jacob’s Well, has arrived. Please take one from the church vestibule or, in the parish hall. 

There will be Bible Study this Thursday at 6:00 PM.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24                                              TONE 7

16^th Sunday after Pentecost (1^st of Luke)

Holy New Martyrs of Alaska, Hieromonk Juvenaly and Peter the Aleut

Protomartyr and Equal of the Apostles Thekla

Commemorated on September 24

The Holy Protomartyr and Equal of the Apostles Thekla was born in the city of Iconium. She was the daughter of rich and illustrious parents, and she was distinguished by extraordinary beauty. At eighteen years of age they betrothed her to an eminent youth. But after she heard the preaching of the holy Apostle Paul about the Savior, Saint Thekla with all her heart came to love the Lord Jesus Christ, and she steadfastly resolved not to enter into marriage, but rather to devote all her life to preaching the Gospel.

Saint Thekla’s mother was opposed to her daughter’s plans and insisted that she marry her betrothed. Saint Thekla’s fiancé also complained to the prefect of the city about the Apostle Paul, accusing him of turning his bride against him. The prefect locked up Saint Paul in prison.

During the night Saint Thekla secretly ran away from her house, and she bribed the prison guards, giving them all her gold ornaments, and so made her way into the prison to the prisoner. For three days she sat at the feet of the Apostle Paul, listening to his fatherly precepts. Thekla’s disappearance was discovered, and servants were sent out everywhere looking for her. Finally, they found her in the prison and brought her home by force.

At his trial Saint Paul was sentenced to banishment from the city. Again they urged Saint Thekla to consent to the marriage, but she would not change her mind. Neither the tears of her mother, nor her wrath, nor the threats of the prefect could separate Saint Thekla from her love for the Heavenly Bridegroom, the Lord Jesus Christ.

Her mother in a insane rage demanded from the judges a death sentence against her unyielding daughter, and Saint Thekla was sentenced to be burned. Without flinching, the holy martyr went into the fire and made the Sign of the Cross over herself. At this moment the Savior appeared to her, blessing her present deed, and inexpressible joy filled her holy soul.

The flames of the fire shot up high, but the martyr was surrounded by a light and the flames did not touch her. Thunder boomed, and a strong downpour of rain and hail extinguished the fire. The torturers scattered in fear. Saint Thekla, kept safe by the Lord, left the city and with the help of a certain Christian youth, searched for the Apostle Paul. The holy apostle and his companions, among whom was Saint Barnabas, were hidden in a cave not far from the city, praying fervently, that the Lord would strengthen Saint Thekla in her sufferings.

After this, Saint Thekla went with them preaching the Gospel in Antioch. In this city she was pursued by a certain dignitary named Alexander, who was captivated by her beauty. Saint Thekla refused his offer of marriage, and so she was condemned to death for being a Christian. Twice they set loose hungry wild animals upon her, but they would not touch the holy virgin. Instead, they lay down meekly and licked her feet.

The Providence of God preserved the holy martyr unharmed through all her torments. Finally, they tied her to two oxen and began to chase her with red-hot rods, but the strong cords broke asunder like cobwebs, and the oxen ran off, leaving Saint Thekla unharmed. The people began shouting, “Great is the God of the Christians!” The prefect himself became terrified, realizing that the holy martyr was being kept safe by the Almighty God, Whom she served. He then gave orders to set free the servant of God Thekla.

With the blessing of the Apostle Paul, Saint Thekla then settled in a desolate region of Isaurian Seleucia and dwelt there for many years, constantly preaching the Word of God and healing the sick through her prayer. Saint Thekla converted many pagans to Christ, and the Church appropriately names her as “Equal-to-the-Apostles.” Even a pagan priest, trying to assault her purity and punished for his impudence, was brought by her to holy Baptism. More than once the Enemy of the race of man tried to destroy Saint Thekla through people blinded by sin, but the power of God always preserved this faithful servant of Christ.

When Saint Thekla was already a ninety-year-old woman, pagan sorcerers became incensed at her for treating the sick for free. They were unable to comprehend that the saint was healing the sick by the power of the grace of Christ, and they presumed that the virgin-goddess Artemis was her special helper. Envious of Saint Thekla, they sent their followers to defile her. When they came near her, Saint Thekla cried out for help to Christ the Savior, and a rock split open and hid the holy virgin, the bride of Christ. Thus did Saint Thekla offer up her holy soul to the Lord.

The holy Church glorifies the Protomartyr Thekla as “the glory of women and guide for the suffering, opening up the way through every torment.” From of old many churches were dedicated to her, one of which was built at Constantinople by the holy Equal of the Apostles Constantine (May 21). The Protomartyr Thekla, a prayerful intercessor for ascetics, is also invoked during the tonsure of women into monasticism.

Martyr Juvenal of Alaska

Commemorated on September 24

Saint Juvenal, the Protomartyr of America, was born in 1761 in Nerchinsk, Siberia. His secular name was John Feodorovich Hovorukhin, and he was trained as a mining engineer. In a letter to Abbot Nazarius of Valaam (December 13, 1819), Saint Herman says that Saint Juvenal “had been an assistant at our monastery and was a former officer.”

After his wife died in 1791, John entered a monastery at Saint Petersburg (Saint Herman’s Letter of December 13, 1819) and was tonsured with the name Juvenal. Three years later, he went to Alaska as a missionary.

During 1794, the hieromonks Juvenal and Macarius spent two months in the area around Kodiak teaching the inhabitants about Christ and baptizing them. They traveled in small boats of hide in all sorts of weather, dividing up the territory among themselves. In 1795, Father Juvenal baptized over 700 Chugatchi at Nushek, then he crossed Kenai Bay and baptized the local people there. In 1796, according to native oral tradition, Saint Juvenal came to the mouth of the Kuskokwim near the present village of Quinahgak, where he was killed by a hunting party. (There is a forged diary attributed to Ivan Petroff which gives a slanderous version of Father Juvenal’s death, and alleges that he was martyred at Lake Iliamna.)

The precise reason for Saint Juvenal’s murder by the natives is not known. However, they later told Saint Innocent something about his death. They said that Saint Juvenal did not try to defend himself when attacked, nor did he make any attempt to escape. After being struck from behind, he turned to face his attackers and begged them to spare the natives he had baptized.

The natives told Saint Innocent that after they had killed Saint Juvenal, he got up and followed them, urging them to repent. The fell upon him again and gave him a savage beating. Once more, he got to his feet and called them to repentance. This happened several times, then finally the natives hacked him to pieces. Thus, the zealous Hieromonk Juvenal became the first Orthodox Christian in America to receive the crown of martyrdom. His unnamed guide, possibly a Tanaina Indian convert, was also martyred at the same time.

It is said that a local shaman removed Saint Juvenal’s brass pectoral cross from his body and attempted to cast a spell. Unexpectedly, the shaman was lifted up off the ground. He made three more tries with the same result, then concluded that there was a greater power than his own at work here. Years later, a man showed up at the Nushagak Trading Post wearing a brass pectoral cross exactly like the one worn by Saint Juvenal.

A column of light arose from his holy relics and reached up to Heaven. It is not known how long this phenomenon continued.

Saint Juvenal, in his tireless evangelization of the native peoples of Alaska, served the Church more than all the other missionaries combined.

Martyr Peter the Aleut

Commemorated on September 24

Saint Peter the Aleut is mentioned in the Life of Saint Herman of Alaska (December 13). Simeon Yanovsky (who ended his life as the schemamonk Sergius in the Saint Tikhon of Kaluga Monastery), has left the following account:

“On another occasion I was relating to him how the Spanish in California had imprisoned fourteen Aleuts, and how the Jesuits (actually Franciscans) were forcing all of them to accept the Catholic Faith. But the Aleuts would not agree under any circumstances, saying, ‘We are Christians.’ The Jesuits argued, ‘That’s not true, you are heretics and schismatics. If you do not agree to accept our faith then we will torture all of you to death.’ Then the Aleuts were placed in prisons two to a cell. That evening, the Jesuits came to the prison with lanterns and lighted candles. Again they tried to persuade two Aleuts in the cell to accept the Catholic Faith. ‘We are Christians,’ the Aleuts replied, ‘and we will not change our Faith.’ Then the Jesuits began to torture them, at first the one while his companion was a witness. They cut off one of the joints of his feet, and then the other joint. Then they cut the first joint on the fingers of his hands, and then the other joint. Then they cut off his feet, and his hands. The blood flowed, but the martyr endured all and firmly repeated one thing: ‘I am a Christian.’ He died in such suffering, due to a loss of blood. The Jesuit also promised to torture his comrade to death the next day.

“But that night an order was received from Monterey stating that the imprisoned Aleuts were to be released immediately, and sent there under escort. Therefore, in the morning all were sent to Monterey with the exception of the dead Aleut. This was related to me by a witness, the same Aleut who had escaped torture, and who was the friend of the martyred Aleut. I reported this incident to the authorities in Saint Petersburg. When I finished my story, Father Herman asked, ‘What was the name of the martyred Aleut?’ I answered, ‘Peter. I do not remember his family name.’ The Elder stood reverently before an icon, made the Sign of the Cross and said, ‘Holy New Martyr Peter, pray to God for us!’”

We know very little about Saint Peter, except that he was from Kodiak, and was arrested and put to death by the Spaniards in California because he refused to convert to Catholicism. The circumstances of his martyrdom recall the torture of Saint James the Persian (November 27).

Both in his sufferings and in his steadfast confession of the Faith, Saint Peter is the equal of the martyrs of old, and also of the New Martyrs who have shone forth in more recent times. Now he rejoices with them in the heavenly Kingdom, glorifying God, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, throughout all ages.

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman, Joseph Korbanics & Pearl Wong

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors! 

Today, there will be a Memorial Service after the Divine Liturgy for Anna Holick, on the First Anniversary of her Falling Asleep in the Lord, requested by her sister, Lovey Kopetz. May her memory be eternal!

Next week, October 1^st for:

• Mark Sancenito, requested by Deborah Sancenito & family for his 15^th Year in Repose
• Olga Grib, for her 92^nd Birthday requested by her daughters Kathy, Karen, Krissy & their families

This morning's Coffee Hour is being sponsored by Lovey Kopetz, in loving memory of her late sister Anna Holick, on her first year anniversary in repose. Memory Eternal!

Our Annual Parish Picnic will be held at Holy Assumption Church beginning at Noon, on Sunday, September 24, 2023, in the back yard of the church or, if it rains, in the parish hall. Any help, especially from our younger members, to help set up the tables after Coffee Hour would be much appreciated. Please speak to Craig Polk. Thank you in advance to anyone who has contributed food and other items to make it the enjoyable meal that it always is.

Thank you to those who helped at our parish’s site at the Van Houten Street Fair last Sunday, especially to the parishioner who donated to the cost of renting the space, to Gregory Focarino who brought & set up the canopy, tables & chairs and to those who helped to represent our parish at it: Barbara Polk, Diane & Steve Abrams, Ludmilla Di Ianni, Sharon & Joseph Koribanics and helped to break-down & return the canopy.

There will be Bible Study this Thursday at 6:00 PM.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10                                              TONE 5

14^th Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday Before the Exaltation of the Cross

Afterfeast of the Nativity of the Most Holy Theotokos

Martyrs Menodora, Metrodora, and Nymphodora, at Nicomedia

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman & Joseph Korbanics.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

There will be a special collection today, immediately after the regular collection for OCF. Please see the attached flyers for details.

Congratulations to the Newly Illuminated members of our parish: Nectarios (Guilherme Bittencourt), Sponors: Subdeacon Christopher & Michael Vitales. Mary (Nia Daniel); Sponsors: Gregory & Vera Focarino. Demetrius Samuel Morais: Sponsors: Kevin Shermock & Maria Tlatelpa. 

Thank you to the sponsors, those who attended the services last weekend & especially to:

• Gregory & Vera Focarino. who prepared the baptismal font & removed it afterwards for the Vespers & Divine Liturgy that followed;
• Luis Camacho who sang the responses;
• Vera Focarino & Michael Vitales for taking the photos that have been posted on the parish website (holyassumptionclifton.org) & the parish Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/HolyAssumptionClifton/);
• Donna Betza for organizing the Sunday Brunch.

Today Sunday, September 10th., there will be a Memorial Service at the end of Liturgy for:

• Robert John Sudol III - 1st Anniversary in repose, requested by Kathleen Robinson
• Anna & George Ward and Katherine & John Zubal, requested by Fejko & Udina Families
• Josephine Billy, requested by her daughter, Elaine Svendsen                     

There will be Bible Study this Thursday at 6:00 PM.

Our Annual Parish Picnic will be held at Holy Assumption Church beginning at Noon, on Sunday, September 24, 2023, in the back yard of the church or, if it rains, in the parish hall. A sign-up sheet is available in the hall if you would please consider donating food (a favorite covered dish), beverages, dessert, paper products or misc supplies, etc. Monetary donations are also very much welcomed. Your generosity and support are greatly appreciated. Thank you so much. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Craig Polk email at: polk.craig@gmail.com or during coffee hour. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.  

Dates to Remember:

• Today: a second Special Collection for OCF, taken up immediately after the regular collection. See attached flyers for details
• Sunday, September 24th:
• Youth & Young Adult Ministry Awareness Sunday
• Annual Parish Picnic after Coffee Hour

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 3                                                TONE 4

13^th Sunday after Pentecost

Hieromartyr Anthimus, Bishop of Nicomedia; Ven. Theoctistus

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman & Joseph Korbanics.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship.

Congratulations to:

• Nectarios of Aegina (Guilherme Bittencourt); Sponors: Subdeacon Christopher & Michael Vitales
• Mary of Egypt (Nia Daniel); Sponsors: Gregory & Vera Focarino
• Demetrius of Thessaloniki (Samuel Morais); Sponsors: Kevin Shermock & Maria Tlatelpa,

Who are receiving their First Holy Communion today! Please allow them & their sponsors to come up to receive first.

A Celebratory Brunch will be held in the parish hall after service for the new members of our parish

Next Sunday,  September 10th., there will be a Memorial Service for:

• Robert John Sudol III - 1st Anniversary in repose, requested by Kathleen Robinson
• Anna & George Ward and Katherine & John Zubal, requested by Fejko & Udina Families
• Josephine Billy, requested by her daughter, Elaine Svendsen                   

There will be Bible Study this Thursday at 6:00 PM.

Kevin Shermock is looking for Volunteers to help clean up the Church backyard.  He set a date for Saturday, Sept 9th with a rain date of September 16th. Anyone that can help with the cleanup, please see Kevin. The more help we get, the better.

Dates to Remember:

• Saturday, September 9th: Church backyard cleanup day.
• Sunday, September 10th: a second Special Collection for OCF. See above.
• Sunday, September 24th: Annual Parish Picnic after Coffee Hour

SUNDAY, AUGUST 27                                          TONE 3

12^th Sunday after Pentecost

Ven. Pimen the Great

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, the Child Roman & Joseph Korbanics.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is College Student Sunday. A special collection will be taken up to support the Orthodox Christian Fellowship Campus Ministry, the body that facilitates Orthodox student groups on campus. 

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship.

Today, there will be a:

• 40 Day Memorial Service for Leonard Brodsky, requested by his brother, Dr. James Brodsky
• Memorial Service for Michael Pruzinsky Jr. for his anniversary, requested by Peter Pruzinsky & Family

There will be Bible Study this Thursday at 6:00 PM.

Kevin Shermock is looking for Volunteers to help clean up the Church backyard.  He set a date for Saturday, Sept 9th with a rain date of September 16th. Anyone that can help with the cleanup, please see Kevin. The more help we get, the better. 

Dates to Remember:

• Saturday, September 2nd. @ 11:00 AM: Baptism & Chrismation for:
• Guilherme Bittemcourt; Sponors: Subdeacon Christopher & Michael Vitales
• Nia Daniel; Sponsors: Gregory & Vera Focarino
• Sunday, September 3rd., during the Divine Liturgy:
• Chrismation for Samuel Morais; Sponsors: Kevin Shermock & Maria Tlatelpa
• First Holy Communion for the 3 people above. Please allow them & their sponsors to come up to receive first.
• A Celebratory Brunch will be held in the parish hall after service for the new members of our parish
• Saturday, September 9th: Church backyard cleanup day.
• Sunday, September 17th: a second Special Collection for OCF. See attached flyers for details.
• Sunday, September 24th: Annual Parish Picnic after Coffee Hour

SUNDAY, AUGUST 20                                          TONE 2

11^th Sunday after Pentecost

Afterfeast of the Dormition

Prophet Samuel

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, Christine Vitales, the Child Roman & Joseph Korbanics.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Congratulations to Michael & Christine Vitales, on the birth of their new baby daughter, Sophia Ame, on Tuesday, August 15th., the feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos!

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship.

There will be Bible Study this Thursday at 6:00 PM.

Dates to Remember:

• Tuesday, August 22nd @ 6:00 PM: Parish Council meeting
• Saturday, September 2nd: Baptism & Chrismation for:
• Guilherme Bittemcourt; Sponors: Subdeacon Christopher & Michael Vitales
• Nia Daniel; Sponsors: Gregory & Vera Focarino
• Sunday, September 3rd., during the Divine Liturgy:
• Chrismation for Samuel Morais; Sponsors: Kevin Shermock & Maria Tlatelpa
• First Holy Communion for the 3 people above. Please allow them & their sponsors to come up to receive first.
• Saturday, September 9th: Church backyard cleanup day.
• Sunday, September 24th: Annual Parish Picnic after Coffee Hour.

Kevin Shermock is looking for Volunteers to help clean up the Church backyard.  He set a date for Saturday, Sept 9th with a rain date of September 16th. Anyone that can help with the cleanup, please see Kevin. The more help we get, the better.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 13                                                    TONE 1

10^th Sunday after Pentecost

Leavetaking of the Transfiguration

St. Tikhon, Bishop of Vorónezh, Wonderworker of Zadónsk & All Russia

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, Christine Vitales, the Child Roman & Joseph Korbanics.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

There will be a Memorial Service after Divine Liturgy today for Richard Mazur, the beloved brother of Edward, Pam & Patricia.

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship. 

The Dormition Fast continues until August 15th. Please refer to your Liturgical Wall Calendars for details. 

Today’s bulletin is being sponsored by the Polk Family to honor family celebrations during August: birthdays: 8/5, Danielle Polk, 8/29, Cecelia Polk; anniversaries: 8/7, John & Barbara Polk, 8/11, John & Heather Polk.

There will be Bible Study this Thursday at 6:00 PM.

Dates to Remember:

• Tuesday, August 15th @ 10:00 AM: Divine Liturgy for the Parish Feast of the Dormition with blessing of flowers
• Tuesday, August 22nd @ 6:00 PM: Parish Council meeting
• Saturday, September 2nd: Baptism & Chrismation for:
• Guilherme Bittemcourt; Sponors: Subdeacon Christopher & Michael Vitales
• Nia Daniel; Sponsors: Gregory & Vera Focarino
• Sunday, September 3rd., during the Divine Liturgy:
• Chrismation for Samuel Morais ; Sponsors: Kevin Shermock & Maria Tlatelpa
• First Holy Communion for the 3 people above. Please allow them & their sponsors to come up to receive first.
• Saturday, September 9th: Church backyard cleanup day.
• Sunday, September 24th: Annual Parish Picnic after Coffee Hour 

The new stove in the kitchen, that cost about $5,000.00, has been paid for! Thank you very much to those who donated towards it. Thank you also to the Sisterhood of St. Barbara who contributed half of the cost. If you wish to get a receipt for your donation for tax purposes, please speak to our Treasurer, Diane Abrams.

Kevin Shermock is looking for Volunteers to help clean up the Church backyard.  He set a date for Saturday, Sept 9th with a rain date of September 16th. Anyone that can help with the cleanup, please see Kevin. The more help we get, the better.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 6                                                   TONE 8

9^th Sunday after Pentecost

The Holy Transfiguration of our Lord, God, and Savior Jesus Christ

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, Christine Vitales, the Child Roman & Joseph Korbanics.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship.

The Dormition Fast has begun & will continue until August 15th. Please refer to your Liturgical Wall Calendars for details. 

There will be Bible Study this Thursday at 6:00 PM.

The new stove in the kitchen, that cost about $5,000.00, has been paid for! Thank you very much to those who donated towards it. Thank you also to the Sisterhood of St. Barbara who contributed half of the cost. If you wish to get a receipt for your donation for tax purposes, please speak to our Treasurer, Diane Abrams.

Kevin Shermock is looking for Volunteers to help clean up the Church backyard.  He set a date for Saturday, Sept 9th with a rain date of September 16th. Anyone that can help with the cleanup, please see Kevin. The more help we get, the better.

Dates to Remember:

• Saturday, September 2nd: Baptism & Chrismation for:
• Guilherme Bittemcourt; Sponors: Subdeacon Christopher & Michael Vitales
• Nia Daniel; Sponsors: Gregory & Vera Focarino
• Sunday, September 3rd., during the Divine Liturgy:
• Chrismation for Samuel Morais ; Sponsors: Kevin Shermock & Maria Tlatelpa
• First Holy Communion for the 3 people above. Please allow them & their sponsors to come up to receive first.
• Saturday, September 9th: Church backyard cleanup day.
• Sunday, September 24th: Annual Parish Picnic after Coffee Hour

SUNDAY, JULY 30                                                           TONE 7

8^th Sunday after Pentecost

Apostles Silas and Silvanus of the Seventy, and those with them

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, Christine Vitales, the Child Roman & Joseph Korbanics.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please remember in your prayers, Mary Minarich-Foster, the late Grand Aunt of
Reader Christopher Minarich, who recently Fell Asleep in the Lord. 

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship.

The Dormition Fast will begin this Tuesday, August 1st., until the 15th. Please refer to your Liturgical Wall Calendars for details.

There will be Vespers this Saturday, August 5th., for the Feast of the Transfiguration.

There will be Bible Study this Thursday at 6:00 PM.

Thank you to Gregory Swenda, Kevin Shermock & Pauline Rydzak for restoring electrical power to the exit signs in the boiler room recently.

If you wish to donate towards the new stove that cost almost $5,000.00 please write a check to Holy Assumption Church & earmark it: “Stove Project.” You will also see a poster downstairs with a basket if you prefer to make a cash donation.

Kevin Shermock is looking for Volunteers to help clean up the Church backyard.  He set a date for Saturday, Sept 9th with a rain date of September 16th. Anyone that can help with the cleanup, please see Kevin. The more help we get, the better.

Dates to Remember:

• Tuesday, July 25th. @ 6:30 PM: Parish Council meeting on
• Saturday, September 9th: Church backyard cleanup day
• Sunday, September 24th: Annual Parish Picnic after Coffee Hour

DDB DINNER

“… all things come from Thee, and we have only given back what is Thine already”.

(I Chronicles 29:13-15)

You are cordially invited to attend a New Jersey Deanery Appreciation Dinner

for the 2022 Distinguished Diocesan Benefactors

of the Diocese of New York and New Jersey

hosted with gratitude by

His Eminence, Archbishop MICHAEL

Sunday, October 8, 2023, at 5:00 in the evening

at Saints Peter and Paul Orthodox Church, 605 Washington Avenue, Manville, NJ

RSVP by Monday, September 25, to Fr. James Parsells email frjames@ssppoc.org phone (906) 685-1452

~You are encouraged to bring family members and parish guests~

SUNDAY, JULY 23                                                           TONE 6

7^th Sunday after Pentecost

Martyrs Trophimus, Theophilus, and 13 others in Lycia

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, Christine Vitales, the Child Roman, Mary Diamano, Roy Peppard, Tony Russo & Rita.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

There will be a Memorial Service today for Kenneth Shermock Sr., the late husband of Susan Shermock, requested by Kevin Shermock. He Fell Asleep in the Lord 16 years ago. 

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship.

There will be no weekday Divine Liturgy until Tuesday, August 15th., for the Feast of the Dormition.

There will be no Saturday Vespers during the summer until Saturday, August 5th., for the Feast of the Transfiguration.

Thank you to Gregory Swenda, Kevin Shermock & Pauline Rydzag for restoring electrical power to the exit signs in the boiler room. 

If you wish to donate towards the new stove that cost almost $5,000.00 please write a check to Holy Assumption Church & earmark it: “Stove Project.” You will also see a poster downstairs with a basket if you prefer to make a cash donation.

Kevin Shermock is looking for Volunteers to help clean up the Church backyard.  He set a date for Saturday, Sept 9th with a rain date of September 16th. Anyone that can help with the cleanup, please see Kevin. The more help we get, the better.

Dates to Remember:

• Tuesday, July 25th. @ 6:30 PM: Parish Council meeting on
• Saturday, September 9th: Church backyard cleanup day.

SUNDAY, JULY 16                                                           TONE 5

6^th Sunday after Pentecost

Commemoration of the Holy Fathers of the First Six Ecumenical Councils

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, Christine Vitales & the Child Roman.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please remember in your prayers, Leonard Brodsky, the late brother of James Brodsky, who passed away recently. The funeral was held last week. The family lives in the Catskills. 

There will be a Memorial Service today for Susan Mautone, the late daughter of Anthony & Joan Ersalesi, requested by Donna Betza. She Fell Asleep in the Lord 3 years ago. 

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship.

There will be no weekday Divine Liturgy until Tuesday, August 15th., for the Feast of the Dormition.

There will be no Saturday Vespers during the summer until Saturday, August 5th., for the Feast of the Transfiguration.

The parish has a new stove for the church kitchen! Thank you the Parish Council members who researched & organized to select a suitable replacement & to those who spent time, especially Donna Betza, to be available to allow the old one to be removed & the new one to be delivered. Some parts of the kitchen & toilet floor areas were also given a very good cleaning!

If you wish to donate towards the new stove that cost almost $5,000.00 please write a check to Holy Assumption Church & earmark it: “Stove Project.” You will also see the poster (see photo) downstairs with a basket if you prefer to make a cash donation. Thank you to Barbara Polk who put the poster together.

Date to Remember: Parish Council meeting on Tuesday, July 25th. @ 6:30 PM.

SUNDAY, JULY 9                                                   TONE 4

5^th Sunday after Pentecost

Hieromartyr Pancratius, Bishop of Taormina in Sicily

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, Christine Vitales & the Child Roman.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship.

There will be no weekday Divine Liturgy until Tuesday, August 15th., for the Feast of the Dormition.

There will be no Saturday Vespers during the summer until Saturday, August 5th., for the Feast of the Transfiguration.

Bible Study will be held on Thursday at 6:00 PM.

The parish has a new stove for the church kitchen! Thank you the Parish Council members who researched & organized to select a suitable replacement & to those who spent time, especially Donna Betza, to be available to allow the old one to be removed & the new one to be delivered. Some parts of the kitchen & toilet floor areas were also given a very good cleaning!

If you wish to donate towards the new stove that cost almost $5,000.00 please write a check to Holy Assumption Church & earmark it: “Stove Project.” You will also see the poster downstairs with a basket if you prefer to make a cash donation. Thank you to Barbara Polk who put the poster together.

SUNDAY, JULY 2                                         TONE 3

4^th Sunday after Pentecost

Placing of the Honorable Robe of the Most Holy Theotokos at Blachernae

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, Christine Vitales & the Child Roman.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship.

There will be no weekday Divine Liturgy until Tuesday, August 15th., for the Feast of the Dormition.

There will be no Saturday Vespers during the summer until Saturday, August 5th., for the Feast of the Transfiguration.

Today’s Bulletin is being sponsored by the Polk Family for the following celebrations:

• Birthdays: Craig Polk, July 1; Alexandra Polk, July 7; Barbara Polk, July 16th.
• Anniversary: Craig & Laura Polk, July 28.

Bible Study will be held on Thursday at 6:00 PM.

The parish has a new stove for the church kitchen! Thank you the Parish Council members who researched & organized to select a suitable replacement & to those who spent time, especially Donna Betza, to be available to allow the old one to be removed & the new one to be delivered. Some parts of the kitchen & toilet floor areas were also given a very good cleaning!

SUNDAY, JUNE 25                                          TONE 2

3^rd Sunday after Pentecost

Afterfeast of the Nativity of the Forerunner

Virgin-Martyr Febronia of Nisibis

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, Christine Vitales & the Child Roman.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

There will be a 1 Year Memorial Service for Mary Slavinsky, requested by her brother, John Slavinsky.

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship.

The fast for the Feast of Sts. Peter & Paul (June 29th.) continues. Please refer to your Lectionary Wall Calendar for details.

There will be no weekday Divine Liturgy until Thursday, June 29th. @ 9:30 AM for the Feast of Sts. Peter & Paul. Please note that it will be held on the Thursday, not Friday, as I announced at the end of the Liturgy.

The next weekday Liturgy will be held on Tuesday, August 15th., for the Feast of the Dormition.

There will be no Saturday Vespers during the summer until Saturday, August 5th., for the Feast of the Transfiguration.

Bible Study will be held on Thursday at 6:00 PM.

SUNDAY, JUNE 18                                          TONE 1

2^nd Sunday after Pentecost

All Saints of America

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, Christine Vitales & the Child Roman.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

There will be a 40 Day Memorial Service for Barbara Evanina, the late mother of Fr. Stephen Evanina, who recently Fell Asleep in the Lord. We will also pray for all the late fathers of our parish as we commemorate Father’s Day.

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship.

The fast for the Feast of Sts. Peter & Paul (June 29th.) continues. Please refer to your Lectionary Wall Calendar for details.

Divine Liturgy for the Nativity of St. John the Baptist will be held at St. John’s Church in Passaic on Saturday, June 24th., @ 9:30 AM. Archbishop Michael will preside. All welcome.

There will be no weekday Divine Liturgy until Thursday, June 29th. @ 9:30 AM for the Feast of Sts. Peter & Paul. The next weekday Liturgy will be held on Tuesday, August 15th., for the Feast of the Dormition.

There will be no Saturday Vespers during the summer until Saturday, August 5th., for the Feast of the Transfiguration.

There will be a Parish Council meeting this Tuesday, June 20th., at 6:00 PM.

Bible Study will be held on Thursday at 6:00 PM. 

Holy Assumption parish would like to congratulate all of the children that have completed the 2022-2023 Church School Program. They are receiving books to further help their studies in the faith. We would also like to thank our teaching staff; Craig Polk, Pauline Rydzaj & Subdeacon Christopher Chasse for their dedication in instructing the children of the parish. Lastly, we would like to thank all of the parents and parishioners that have supported our program in any way throughout the year.

Happy Father’s Day!

J U N E     C E L E B R A T I O N S           

               BIRTHDAYS:                                  ANNIVERSARY:

6/23       Dennis Dutkevitch

6/26       James Sheridan

SUNDAY, JUNE 11                                          TONE 8

1^st Sunday after Pentecost

All Saints

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, Christine Vitales & the Child Roman.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship.

The fast for the feast of Sts. Peter & Paul (June 29th.) begins tomorrow. Please refer to your Lectionary Wall Calendar for details.

There will be Divine Liturgy at the Church on Wednesday, June 7th. @ 9:30AM. All welcome!

Bible Study will be held on Thursday at 6:00 PM.

Many thanks to Kevin Shermock who donated a new laptop computer to the church office! It is a nice machine. Thank you also to Gregory Forcarino who helped to set it up. We also used for the first time this Sunday incense that Kevin donated to the parish & that we will be able to use for some time.

Many thanks to those who worked very hard to do a spring cleaning for the church hall in this past week. They include Barbara Polk, Pauline Rydzaj, Gregory Focarino, Donna Betza & Anthony Ersalesi.

The Church School would like to thank all of the people that baked and purchased goods for our big sale. We realized a profit of $377. This money is being donated to the holy Assumption Church School program in the Sitka Diocese of Alaska. As part of the Alaskan learning program the children and our church are doing, we have connected with the school in Alaska and are writing to them as our pen pals. The children of our church school have decided to donate directly to this parish, specifically to help with their June youth camp.

The Sisterhood of St. Barbara would like to thank everyone who helped and supported the recent jewelry sale. The project, run by Sharon Koribanics & Marilyn Wong-Hutnyan, raised a profit for $205 & will go towards a future project that the Church needs. Your generous donations & purchases were heart warming, encouraging them to move forward with other projects. They wish to thank you all again as it is always a pleasure to have you their lives. 

SUNDAY, JUNE 4                                            TONE 7

8^th Sunday of Pascha

Holy Pentecost – Feast of the Holy Trinity

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, Christine Vitales & the Child Roman.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship.

There will be Divine Liturgy at the Church on Wednesday, June 7th. @ 9:30AM. All welcome!

Bible Study will be held on Thursday at 6:00 PM.

Many thanks to Kevin Shermock who donated a new laptop computer to the church office! It is a nice machine. Thank you also to Gregory Forcarino who helped to set it up. We also used for the first time this Sunday incense that Kevin donated to the parish & that we will be able to use for some time.

Many thanks to those who worked very hard to do a spring cleaning for the church hall in this past week. They include Barbara Polk, Pauline Rydzaj, Gregory Focarino, Donna Betza & Anthony Ersalesi.

The church school would like to thank all of the people that baked and purchased goods for our big sale. We realized a profit of $377. This money is being donated to the holy Assumption Church School program in the Sitka Diocese of Alaska. As part of the Alaskan learning program the children and our church are doing, we have connected with the school in Alaska and are writing to them as our pen pals. The children of our church school have decided to donate directly to this parish, specifically to help with their June youth camp.

SUNDAY, MAY 28                                           TONE 6

7^th Sunday of Pascha

Holy Fathers of the First Ecumenical Council

Afterfeast of the Ascension

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, Christine Vitales & the Child Roman.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship. 

Bible Study will be held on Thursday at 6:00 PM.

SUNDAY, MAY 21                                    TONE 5

6^th Sunday of Pascha: the Blind Man

Holy Equals-to-the-Apostles Emperor Constantine

and his mother, Helen

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendsen, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, Christine Vitales & the Child Roman.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship. 

Divine Liturgy will be held this week on Thursday, May 25th. at 9:30 AM for the feast of the Ascension of our Lord & Savior Jesus Christ. 

Bible Study will be held on Thursday at 6:00 PM. 

There will be a Parish Council meeting today after Coffee Hour. 

The Church School Children of our parish will be running a Bake Sale today, Sunday, May 21st., during Coffee Hour. The proceeds of the sale will be going to support children of a church in Alaska. The church school has been learning about the different churches and situation in Alaska during the Great Lent season. 

In regard to the appeal for the Diocese of Alaska that we held during Great Lent & Pascha, members of our parish gave a total of $1,488.00! Thank you for your generosity! The money will be forwarded to our diocesan chancery.

Today’s bulletin is being sponsored by Barbara Polk in honor of Craig Jr. (CJ) Polk who will celebrate his 8th. Birthday this Friday. Congratulations & many blessed years!

SUNDAY, MAY 14                                              TONE 4

5^th Sunday of Pascha

Samaritan Woman

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendson, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky, Christine Vitales & the Child Roman.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Congratulations to His Eminence, Archbishop Michael, who celebrated his consecration as a bishop of 14 years this past week!

There will be a Memorial Service today for all the deceased mothers of the parish, for Mother’s Day. 

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship.

Divine Liturgy will be held on Wednesday at 9:00 AM

Bible Study will be held on Thursday at 6:00 PM.

There will be a Parish Council meeting after Coffee Hour next Sunday, May 21st.

The Church School Children of our parish will be running a Bake Sale on Sunday, May 21st., during Coffee Hour. The proceeds of the sale will be going to support children of a church in Alaska. The church school has been learning about the different churches and situation in Alaska during the Great Lent season.

We are in need of parishioners to volunteer in baking an item for the sale. You can sign up by emailing polk.craig@gmail.com or filling out one of the sign up forms on Sunday. Thank you very much for your support of our church school charity project.

In regard to the appeal for the Diocese of Alaska that we held during Great Lent & Pascha, members of our parish gave a total of $1,488.00! Thank you for your generosity! The money will be forwarded to our diocesan chancery.

Happy Mother’s Day!

SUNDAY, MAY 7                                                            TONE 3

4^th Sunday of Pascha: the Paralytic

Repose of St. Alexis Toth,

Confessor and Defender of Orthodoxy in America

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendson, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky & Christine Vitales.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Please remember in your prayers Barbara Evanina, who Fell Asleep in the Lord this past week. She is the late mother of Archpriest Steven Evenina, the parish priest in Wayne NJ. 

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship.

Divine Liturgy will be held on Tuesday at 9:30 AM  

Bible Study will be held on Thursday at 6:00 PM.

The Church School Children of our parish will be running a Bake Sale on Sunday, May 21st., during Coffee Hour. The proceeds of the sale will be going to support children of a church in Alaska. The church school has been learning about the different churches and situation in Alaska during the Great Lent season.

We are in need of parishioners to volunteer in baking an item for the sale. You can sign up by emailing polk.craig@gmail.com or filling out one of the sign up forms on Sunday. Thank you very much for your support of our church school charity project.

In regard to the appeal for the Diocese of Alaska that we held during Great Lent & Pascha, members of our parish gave a total of $1,488.00! Thank you for your generosity! The money will be forwarded to our diocesan chancery.

SUNDAY, APRIL 30                                          TONE 2

3^rd Sunday of Pascha

Holy Myrrhbearing Women

Holy Apostle James, the brother of St. John the Theologian

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendson, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky & Christine Vitales.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Today, after Divine Liturgy, we will have a 4^th Year Anniversary Memorial Service for Ioan Filip, the late father of Olivia Filip. May his memory be eternal. 

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship.

Divine Liturgy will be held this Wednesday at 9:00 AM.

Bible Study will be held on Thursday at 6:00 PM.

Congratulations to Luis Comacho, our Choir Director, who graduated with a Master’s Degree in Data Analytics from Western Governors University in Washington DC this past weekend. May you receive many blessings from your hard work!

The Sisterhood of St. Barbara is very happy to announce the profit from our 2023 Lenten Fund Raiser of Babka and Assorted Rolls is $ 1,786.60!  Many thanks to all our parishioners, families and friends for your support, cooperation and participation in making this fund raiser so successful. Special thanks are expressed towards Deborah Sancenito for leading her team of bakers. They include: Dorothy Andrusko, Sub-Deacon Christopher Chasse, Ludmilla Di Ianni, Arleen Espaillat, June Fejko, Olivia Filip, Patricia Mazur, Barbara Polk, Katherine Robinson, Elaine Svendsen, Maria Tlatelpa & Marilyn Wong. Thank you so much for all the time and hard work you put into this fundraising event. We could not have done this without you.

The Church School Children of our parish will be running a Bake Sale on Sunday, May 21st., during Coffee Hour. The proceeds of the sale will be going to support children of a church in Alaska. The church school has been learning about the different churches and situation in Alaska during the Great Lent season.

We are in need of parishioners to volunteer in baking an item for the sale. You can sign up by emailing polk.craig@gmail.com or filling out one of the sign up forms on Sunday. Thank you very much for your support of our church school charity project.

SUNDAY, APRIL 23                                          TONE 1

Antipascha

2^nd Sunday of Pascha

St. Thomas Sunday

Holy Glorious Greatmartyr, Trophy-bearer

and Wonderworker, George

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendson, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky & Christine Vitales.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship.

If the weather permits, Father will bless the graves of deceased parishioners after Coffee Hour today. 

Divine Liturgy will be held this Wednesday at 9:00 AM.

Bible Study will be held on Thursday at 6:00 PM.

The Newly Elected Parish Council Members were sworn in at the end of Divine Liturgy last Sunday. They are: Gregory Focarino, President, Anthony Ersalesi, Vice-President, Diane Abrams, Treasurer, Donna Betza, Secretary, Joan Ersalesi, Barbara Polk, Kevin Shermock, Sharon Korbanics & Joyce Telep. Congratulations & thank you for your time & dedication! 

The Sisterhood of St. Barbara is very happy to announce the profit from our 2023 Lenten Fund Raiser of Babka and Assorted Rolls is $ 1,786.60!  Many thanks to all our parishioners, families and friends for your support, cooperation and participation in making this fund raiser so successful. Special thanks are expressed towards Deborah Sancenito for leading her team of bakers. They include: Dorothy Andrusko, Sub-Deacon Christopher Chasse, Ludmilla Di Ianni, Arleen Espaillat, June Fejko, Olivia Filip, Patricia Mazur, Barbara Polk, Katherine Robinson, Elaine Svendsen, Maria Tlatelpa & Marilyn Wong. Thank you so much for all the time and hard work you put into this fundraising event. We could not have done this without you.

SUNDAY: APRIL 9th., 2023

The Entrance of Our Lord into Jerusalem (Sunday of Palms)

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendson, Carol Hruby, Cheryl Yaroshefsky & Christine Vitales.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship. 

Congratulations to Linda & Gregory Surgent on the birth of their grandchild, Jameson Surgent, who is the second son of Kelly & Mark and younger brother to Valerie Rose, born on April 1st., 2023! 

Congratulations to Marilyn Wong on the birth of her new grand daughter, Lilian Reach, the daughter of Emily Addis Reach on Sunday, April 2nd! 

The Sisterhood of St. Barbara is having a Spring Costume Jewelry Clearance Sale on Sundays during Coffee Hour on  March 26 and April 2^nd & 9^th, 2023. We have jewelry from past Rummage Sales and we aim to share them with you. We will accept any monetary donation for anything you want to buy. Our aim is to clear out the inventory. We have watches, necklaces, bracelets, etc. We have small bags and scarves as well as other “girlie” items. Please take a look; see you soon!

They will accept cash or check donations (payable to the Sisterhood of St. Barbara.) & will be much appreciated.  Please contact Marilyn Wong-Hutnyan or Sharon Koribanics for information.

The Sisterhood of St. Barbara is happy to announce that our 2023 Lenten Babka Bread & Assorted Rolls Fund Raiser is underway led by Deborah Sancenito and her team of bakers.   Certain pre-ordered items were baked this past Friday & Saturday and the remaining pre-ordered items will be baked next Friday (4/7) & Saturday (4/8). We are working very hard to fill everyone's order and you will be contacted with the date & times for pick up. Thank you for your continued support and cooperation and we greatly appreciate your participation. 

Thank you very much to Kevin Shermock, who donated a new laptop computer to the parish office. 

Dates to Remember:

• Today, April 9th: the 2nd of 3 collections for the Diocese of Alaska
• Sunday, April 16th:
• the last of the 3 collections for the Diocese of Alaska during the Pashcal Divine Liturgy. Please see the included letter from Archbishop Michael
• Swearing in of newly elected Parish Council members at the end of Liturgy 

SPECIAL COLLECTION for ALASKA

Please use your phone to copy the image below to listen the presentation explaining why the Orthodox Church in Alaska is in great need today:

• The Presbyterian Minister, Sheldon Jackson engendered the Federal US Government to ‘Americanize’ the Orthodox Alaskan natives after the state was sold to the USA. It destroyed the Orthodox Christians practice & culture.
• The Bolshevik revolution stopped the financial support given to all Orthodox Churches by the Czar
• In the early 2000’s, cultural insensitivity & bigotry from some OCA hierarchs crushed the faith of the natives by treating their clergy very harshly, demoralizing many of the remaining faithful.
• Many today suffer from alcoholism & drug addiction because of the abuse referred to above

To access the video using the QR code, go to the camera icon on your phone & allow the phone to view it. Do NOT take a photo of it but when you see the message: Lead me to it, click yes, & the video will come up.

Please give generously to their acute need.

SUNDAY, APRIL 2                                           TONE 1

Fifth Sunday of Great Lent

St. Mary of Egypt

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendson, Carol Hruby & Cheryl Yaroshefsky.

Prayer of St. Ephrem

O Lord and Master of my life, take from me the spirit of sloth, despair, lust of power, and idle talk.

But give rather the spirit of chastity, humility, patience, and love to Thy servant.

Yea, O Lord and King, grant me to see my own transgressions, and not to judge my brother, for blessed art Thou, unto ages of ages. Amen.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

The season of Great Lent with the Great Fast has begun. Please refer to your Liturgical Wall Calendars for details.

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship. 

Today's Bulletin is being sponsored by the Polk Family in honor and to celebrate family birthdays in April: Laura Polk 4/5 and Charles Polk 4/22.  Happy Birthday.  Congratulations and Many blessed years! 

Thank you very much to everyone who made last Sunday’s Mission Vesper’s Service so beautiful: the altar servers, the choir, those who helped prepare the hall for supper, those who served it and those who cleaned up afterwards as well as those who brought desserts! It has been at least 3 years since we last hosted this service & everyone was very pleased to catch up.

The Sisterhood of St. Barbara is having a Spring Costume Jewelry Clearance Sale on Sundays during Coffee Hour on  March 26 and April 2^nd & 9^th, 2023. We have jewelry from past Rummage Sales and we aim to share them with you. We will accept any monetary donation for anything you want to buy. Our aim is to clear out the inventory. We have watches, necklaces, bracelets, etc. We have small bags and scarves as well as other “girlie” items. Please take a look; see you soon!

They will accept cash or check donations (payable to the Sisterhood of St. Barbara.) & will be much appreciated.  Please contact Marilyn Wong-Hutnyan or Sharon Koribanics for information.

The Sisterhood of St. Barbara is happy to announce that our 2023 Lenten Babka Bread & Assorted Rolls Fund Raiser is underway led by Deborah Sancenito and her team of bakers.   Certain pre-ordered items were baked this past Friday & Saturday and the remaining pre-ordered items will be baked next Friday (4/7) & Saturday (4/8). We are working very hard to fill everyone's order and you will be contacted with the date & times for pick up. Thank you for your continued support and cooperation and we greatly appreciate your participation.

Dates to Remember:

• Today, Sunday, April 2nd:
• the 1st of 3 special collections to be taken up for the Diocese of Alaska
• the Annual Parish Meeting in the parish hall after Coffee Hour
• Wed., April 5th @ 6:00 PM: Presanctified Liturgy at Passaic. Arch. Michael to preside.
• Sunday, April 9th: the 2nd of 3 collections for the Diocese of Alaska
• Sunday, April 16th: the last of the 3 collections for the Diocese of Alaska during the Pashcal Divine Liturgy. Please see the included letter from Archbishop Michael

SUNDAY, MARCH 26                                       TONE 8

Fourth Sunday of Great Lent: St. John Climacus

Leavetaking of the Annunciation

Synaxis of the Archangel Gabriel

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svendson, Carol Hruby & Cheryl Yaroshefsky.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The season of Great Lent with the Great Fast has begun. Please refer to your Liturgical Wall Calendars for details.

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship. 

There will be Bible Study this Thursday at 6:00 PM.

There is food left over from last Wednesday’s supper & is for sale. Haluski for $5.00 per quart & Vegetable Soup for $7.00 per quart. Please speak to Debbie Sancenito regarding purchasing.

This evening at 5:00 PM, we will be joined by Archbishop Michael for the Lenten Mission Vespers at our Church. Please join us for this beautiful devotional service and for fellowship afterwards in the parish hall for supper, catered by Pennellas of Passaic. The Parish Council has requested for people to bring desserts to compliment the supper. The council members will also need help to clean up & rearrange tables for the following weekend.

Today’s Bulletin & Coffee Hour are being sponsored by the Dolocheck, Michel & Proto Families in honor of Helen Dolocheck, who will celebrate her birthday on Wednesday, March 29th. May God grant her many blessed years!

We will be holding our Annual Parish Meeting next Sunday, April 2nd., after Coffee Hour. Committee heads, please have your reports ready to be presented.

The Sisterhood of St. Barbara is having a Spring Costume Jewelry Clearance Sale on Sundays during Coffee Hour on  March 26 and April 2^nd & 9^th, 2023. We have jewelry from past Rummage Sales and we aim to share them with you. We will accept any monetary donation for anything you want to buy. Our aim is to clear out the inventory. We have watches, necklaces, bracelets, etc. We have small bags and scarves as well as other “girlie” items. Please take a look; see you soon!

They will accept cash or check donations (payable to the Sisterhood of St. Barbara.) & will be much appreciated.  Please contact Marilyn Wong-Hutnyan or Sharon Koribanics for information.

Dates to Remember:

• Sunday, March 26th @ 5:00 PM: St. John Climacus Vespers at Holy Assumption, Clifton
• Sunday, April 2nd:
• the 1st of 3 special collections to be taken up for the Diocese of Alaska
• the Annual Parish Meeting in the parish hall after Coffee Hour
• Wed., April 5th @ 6:00 PM: Presanctified Liturgy at Passaic. Arch. Michael to preside.
• Sunday, April 9th: the 2nd of 3 collections for the Diocese of Alaska
• Sunday, April 16th: the last of the 3 collections for the Diocese of Alaska during the Pashcal Divine Liturgy. Please see the included letter from Archbishop Michael

SUNDAY, MARCH 19                                                     TONE 7

Third Sunday of Great Lent

Veneration of the Cross

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svenson, Carol Hruby & Cheryl Yaroshefsky.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

The season of Great Lent with the Great Fast has begun. Please refer to your Liturgical Wall Calendars for details.

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship.

We had a beautiful Pre-sanctified Liturgy last Wednesday evening. Many thanks to those who helped with the evening:

• The clergy who joined in to concelebrate the service were Fr. Maryan from Passaic, Fr. John from Paramus & Fr. Deacon David from Paramus. Sub-deacon Christopher and Michael Vitales served. Fr. Jacob from Saddle Brook & his family attended.
• Thank you to the choir members who came from the other local parishes to help our Reader Christopher Minarich with the singing.
• Many thanks to Gregory Focarino, Maria Tlatelpa, Deborah Sancenito, her helpers & those who brought & cooked food & desserts for the supper our parish hosted after the Presanctified Liturgy last Wednesday. Food was also kindly donated by the owner, Manny Galhofo, of the Portuguese Restaurant, “Pic-Nic”, at 224 Grant Avenue, East Newark NJ. We all very much enjoyed the great food provided for supper afterwards!
• Thank you to Gregory Focarino, Tony Ersalesi & other parish members who served food & cleaned up the hall at the end.
• There is food left over from the supper & is for sale. Haluski for $5.00 per quart & Vegetable Soup for $7.00 per quart. Please speak to Debbie Sancenito if you would like to purchase any.

There will be Bible Study this Thursday at 6:00 PM.

You will see in the Church Vestibule on the left-hand side, that a family name has been added to the Preservation Fund List. We wish to express heartfelt thanks to Susan & Erik Golbek, Judith Whalen & Marianne Kopetz, who have contributed to this fund in Memory of their parents, Vladimir & Lillian Koptetz, who have Fallen Asleep in the Lord.

The Sisterhood of St. Barbara is having a Spring Costume Jewelry Clearance Sale on Sundays during Coffee Hour on  March 26 and April 2^nd & 9^th, 2023. We have jewelry from past Rummage Sales and we aim to share them with you. We will accept any monetary donation for anything you want to buy. Our aim is to clear out the inventory. We have watches, necklaces, bracelets, etc. We have small bags and scarves as well as other “girlie” items. Please take a look; see you soon!

They will accept cash or check donations (payable to the Sisterhood of St. Barbara.) & will be much appreciated.  Please contact Marilyn Wong-Hutnyan or Sharon Koribanics for information.

Dates to Remember:

• Wednesday, March 15th @ 6:00 PM: Presanctified Liturgy at Holy Assumption, Clifton
• Sunday, March 19th: Veneration of the Cross Vespers at Trenton
• Wednesday, March 22nd @ 6:00 PM: Presanctified Liturgy at Saddle Brook
• Sunday, March 26th @ 5:00 PM: St. John Climacus Vespers at Holy Assumption, Clifton
• Sunday, April 2nd:
• the 1st of 3 special collections to be taken up for the Diocese of Alaska
• the Annual Parish Meeting in the parish hall after Coffee Hour
• Wed., April 5th @ 6:00 PM: Presanctified Liturgy at Passaic. Arch. Michael to preside.
• Sunday, April 9th: the 2nd of 3 collections for the Diocese of Alaska
• Sunday, April 16th: the last of the 3 collections for the Diocese of Alaska during the Pashcal Divine Liturgy. Please see the included letter from Archbishop Michael

Prayer of St. Ephrem

O Lord and Master of my life, take from me the spirit of sloth, despair, lust of power, and idle talk.

But give rather the spirit of chastity, humility, patience, and love to Thy servant.

Yea, O Lord and King, grant me to see my own transgressions, and not to judge my brother, for blessed art Thou, unto ages of ages. Amen.

SUNDAY, MARCH 12                                       TONE 6

Second Sunday of Great Lent

St. Gregory Palamas

The Divine Liturgy of St. Basil the Great

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svenson & Carol Hruby.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The season of Great Lent with the Great Fast has begun. Please refer to your Liturgical Wall Calendars for details.

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship. 

There will be Bible Study this Thursday at 6:00 PM. 

We will be welcoming the local OCA parishes to the Pre-sanctified Liturgy that we will hold at Holy Assumption on March 15th. Maria Tlatelpa (201-738-1146)will be organizing a light supper after the service & Gregory Focarino will look after the preparation & cleanup. If anyone would like to help Maria to serve the food & breverages or, make a dessert for the supper, it would be much appreciated. Gregory would also be grateful for any help to set up & clean up the hall.

Today's coffee hour is sponsored by the Sisterhood of St. Barbara in loving memory of our beloved Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky. May her memory be eternal!

Dates to Remember:

• Wednesday, March 8th @ 6:00 PM: Presanctified Liturgy at Paramus. Arch. Michael to preside
• Sunday, March 12th: St. Gregory Palamas Vespers at Wappinger Falls
• Wednesday, March 15th @ 6:00 PM: Presanctified Liturgy at Holy Assumption, Clifton
• Sunday, March 19th: Veneration of the Cross Vespers at Trenton
• Wednesday, March 22nd @ 6:00 PM: Presanctified Liturgy at Saddle Brook
• Sunday, March 26th @ 5:00 PM: St. John Climacus Vespers at Holy Assumption, Clifton
• Sunday, April 2nd: the 1st of 3 special collections to be taken up for the Diocese of Alaska
• Sunday, April 2nd after Coffee Hour: the Annual Parish Meeting in the parish hall
• Wed., April 5th @ 6:00 PM: Presanctified Liturgy at Passaic. Arch. Michael to preside.
• Sunday, April 9th: the 2nd of 3 collections for the Diocese of Alaska
• Sunday, April 16th: the last of the 3 collections for the Diocese of Alaska during the Pashcal Divine Liturgy. Please see the included letter from Archbishop Michael

You will see in the Church Vestibule on the left-hand side, that a family name has been added to the Preservation Fund List. We wish to express heartfelt thanks to Susan & Erik Golbek, Judith Whalen & Marianne Kopetz, who have contributed to this fund in Memory of their parents, Vladimir & Lillian Koptetz, who have Fallen Asleep in the Lord.

Prayer of St. Ephrem

O Lord and Master of my life, take from me the spirit of sloth, despair, lust of power, and idle talk.

But give rather the spirit of chastity, humility, patience, and love to Thy servant.

Yea, O Lord and King, grant me to see my own transgressions, and not to judge my brother, for blessed art Thou, unto ages of ages. Amen.

SUNDAY, MARCH 12                                                      TONE 6

Second Sunday of Great Lent

St. Gregory Palamas

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer, Elaine Svenson & Carol Hruby.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The season of Great Lent with the Great Fast has begun. Please refer to your Liturgical Wall Calendars for details. 

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship.

There will be Bible Study this Thursday at 6:00 PM. 

We will be welcoming the local OCA parishes to the Pre-sanctified Liturgy that we will hold at Holy Assumption on March 15th. Maria Tlatelpa will be organizing a light supper after the service & Gregory Focarino will look after the preparation & cleanup. If anyone would like to help Maria to serve the food & breverages or, make a dessert for the supper, it would be much appreciated. Gregory would also be grateful for any help to set up & clean up the hall.

Dates to Remember:

• Today, March 5th:
• Parish Council Meeting after Coffee Hour in the Conference Room
• @ 4:00 PM: Sunday of Orthodoxy Vespers at South River, NJ
• Wednesday, March 8th @ 6:00 PM: Presanctified Liturgy at Paramus. Arch. Michael to preside
• Sunday, March 12th: St. Gregory Palamas Vespers at Wappinger Falls
• Wednesday, March 15th @ 6:00 PM: Presanctified Liturgy at Holy Assumption, Clifton
• Sunday, March 19th: Veneration of the Cross Vespers at Trenton
• Wednesday, March 22nd @ 6:00 PM: Presanctified Liturgy at Saddle Brook
• Sunday, March 26th @ 5:00 PM: St. John Climacus Vespers at Holy Assumption, Clifton
• Sunday, April 2nd: the 1st of 3 special collections to be taken up for the Diocese of Alaska
• Sunday, April 2nd after Coffee Hour: the Annual Parish Meeting in the parish hall
• Wed., April 5th @ 6:00 PM: Presanctified Liturgy at Passaic. Arch. Michael to preside.
• Sunday, April 9th: the 2nd of 3 collections for the Diocese of Alaska
• Sunday, April 16th: the last of the 3 collections for the Diocese of Alaska during the Pashcal Divine Liturgy. Please see the included letter from Archbishop Michael 

Liturgies of the Presanctified Gifts for Local Parishes

1. Wednesday, March 8th: Christ the Savior Church in Paramus with Archbishop Michael
2. Wednesday, March 15th: Holy Assumption Church in Clifton
3. Wednesday, March 22nd: Holy Apostle Church in Saddle Brook
4. Wednesday, April 5th: St. John the Baptist Church in Passaic with Archbishop Michael

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26                                   TONE 4

Cheesefare Sunday (Forgiveness Sunday) –

The Expulsion of Adam from Paradise

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodi Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer & Elaine Svenson.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

There will be Today is Forgiveness Sunday. The following services will take place after today’s Divine Liturgy:

1. A Prayer for Joanna Moreno will be given as she prepares for a long operation early this week
2. A Memorial Service today for Demetri Velonas, for his 2nd. Year Anniversary in repose, requested by his daughter, Joanna Moreno & Family
3. A blessing for the celebrations during the Month of March
4. The Forgiveness Service will then take place when each person in the congregation will come forward and ask for forgiveness for any wrongs they have done. The respondent will say, “God forgives” & then ask the same of the next person.
5. We will all then leave the Church & those who wish to can join us for Coffee Hour

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship.

There will be Bible Study this Thursday at 6:00 PM.

Photos of Archbishop Michael’s visit to our parish have been posted on our parish website at: holyassumptionclifton.org; on the parish Facebook page & also on the diocesan website at: nynjoca.org. Please take a look & enjoy!

We will be welcoming the local OCA parishes to the Pre-sanctified Liturgy that we will hold at Holy Assumption on March 15th. Maria Tlatelpa will be organizing a light supper after the service & Gregory Focarino will look after the preparation & cleanup. If anyone would like to help Maria to serve the food & breverages or, make a dessert for the supper, it would be much appreciated. Gregory would also be grateful for any help to set up & clean up the hall.

Dates to Remember:

• Sunday, February 26th: Orthodox Christian Mission Center (OCMC) Sunday (see flyer on bulletin board)
• Sunday, March 5th @ 4:00 PM: Sunday of Orthodoxy Vespers at South River, NJ
• Wednesday, March 8th @ 6:00 PM: Presanctified Liturgy at Paramus. Arch. Michael to preside
• Sunday, March 12th: St. Gregory Palamas Vespers at Wappinger Falls
• Wednesday, March 15th @ 6:00 PM: Presanctified Liturgy at Holy Assumption, Clifton
• Sunday, March 19th: Veneration of the Cross Vespers at Trenton
• Wednesday, March 22nd @ 6:00 PM: Presanctified Liturgy at Saddle Brook
• Sunday, March 26th @ 5:00 PM: St. John Climacus Vespers at Holy Assumption, Clifton
• Wednesday, April 5th @ 6:00 PM: Presanctified Liturgy at Passaic. Arch. Michael to preside.

Please note that in the February/March Lenten Schedule, that we will hold the Memorial Saturday for the dead on March 11th., not on Lazarus Saturday. If you consult your Liturgical Wall Calendars, you will see that the above date is the one designated for this purpose. 

Today's Bulletin is being sponsored by the Polk Family to honor and celebrate Heather Polk on her birthday, Feb. 28th.  Congratulations and Many blessed years!

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19                                   TONE 3

Meatfare Sunday – Sunday of the Last Judgment

"Lord I Call..."    Tone 3

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodi Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak, Suzanne Bauer & Elaine Svenson.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

There will be no Memorial Service today for:

• Olga Grib, for her 3rd. Year Anniversary in repose, requested by her daughters: Karen, Kathy & Krissy
• Edward & Annette Swenda, for her 3rd Year Anniversary in repose; also for Charles Swenda, Michael & Ella Swenda and Jacob & Emily Hlischinsky, requested by her family: Cheryl, Arthur & Michael Yaroshefsky and Gregory Swenda

Next week for: Demetri Velonas, for his 2nd. Year Anniversary in repose, requested by his daughter, Joanna Moreno & family. 

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship.

There will be Bible Study this Thursday at 6:00 PM.

The profit from the Beefsteak dinner was $5,251.94! Thanks to all those that donated gifts, money and who attended the dinner.  It was a great evening and our Parishioners really stepped up to help make this fundraiser a success!

Thank you to everyone who helped prepare for last Sunday’s visit by Archbishop Michael & his assistants for what turned out to be a beautiful Divine Liturgy & breakfast that followed. Congratulations to Anthony Ersalesi who was given a diocesan award for his efforts to rectify issues with the church & rectory buildings. Thank you to everyone as well as him who stepped up to contribute towards the costs of these matters which totaled about $35,000.00 over & above what was budgeted last year.

Thank you to Vera Focarino who took the photos of last Sunday’s visit by His Eminence, Archbishop Michael. The photos can be found on our website at: holyassumptionclifton.org.

Dates to Remember:

• Sunday, February 26th: Orthodox Christian Mission Center (OCMC) Sunday (see flyer)
• Sunday, March 5th @ 4:00 PM: Sunday of Orthodoxy Vespers at South River, NJ
• Wednesday, March 8th @ 6:00 PM: Presanctified Liturgy at Paramus. Arch. Michael to preside
• Sunday, March 12th: St. Gregory Palamas Vespers at Wappinger Falls
• Wednesday, March 15th @ 6:00 PM: Presanctified Liturgy at Holy Assumption, Clifton
• Sunday, March 19th: Veneration of the Cross Vespers at Trenton
• Wednesday, March 22nd @ 6:00 PM: Presanctified Liturgy at Saddle Brook
• Sunday, March 26th @ 5:00 PM: St. John Climacus Vespers at Holy Assumption, Clifton
• Wednesday, April 5th @ 6:00 PM: Presanctified Liturgy at Passaic. Arch. Michael to preside.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12                                   TONE 2

35^th Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday of the Prodigal Son

Please welcome, His Eminence, the Most Reverend Archbishop Michael, for his Annual Archpastoral Visit to our parish! His assistants are Deacon Stephan Karlgut, Subdeacon Matthew Ortiz & Zachary Parisi. 

 Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodie Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak & Suzanne Bauer.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

There will be no Memorial Service this week.

Next Sunday, February 19th., for:

• Olga Gribb, for her 3rd. Year Anniversary in repose, requested by her daughters: Karen, Kathy & Krissy
• Edward & Annette Swenda, for her 3rd Year Anniversary in repose; also for Charles Swenda, Michael & Ella Swenda and Jacob & Emily Hlischinsky, requested by her family: Cheryl, Arthur & Michael Yaroshefsky and Gregory Swenda 

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship.

There will be a Celebratory Breakfast after Divine Liturgy this morning instead of Coffee. Please see the included flyer for details.

There will be Bible Study this Thursday at 6:00 PM.

Dates to Remember:

• Sunday, February 26th: Orthodox Christian Mission Center (OCMC) Sunday (see flyer on bulletin board)
• Sunday, March 5th @ 4:00 PM: Sunday of Orthodoxy Vespers at South River, NJ
• Sunday, March 12th: St. Gregory Palamas Vespers at Wappinger Falls
• Sunday, March 19th: Veneration of the Cross Vespers at Trenton
• Sunday, March 26th: St. John Climacus Vespers at Holy Assumption, Clifton

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 5                                     TONE 1

34^th Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday of the Publican and the Pharisee

Afterfeast of the Meeting

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodi Camacho, Paul Dolocheck, Doris Rusyniak & Suzanne Bauer.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Congratulations to Eve Sancenito-Payton, who was baptized this past Friday, January 3rd., 2023, at Holy Assumption Church. She is the daughter of Victoria Sancenito & grand daughter of Deborah Sancenito. Her sponsors were Nicholas Sancenito & Christine Gaccione. She will receive her First Communion at the Divine Liturgy today so, please allow Eve & Victoria to approach first. Fr. Terence was joined for the baptism yesterday by Victoria’s uncle, Fr. Lawrence Bacik. 

Please remember in your prayers, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, who Fell Asleep in the Lord this past week. She & her husband, Archpriest Dimitri, served in this parish for 28 years. She was 77. 

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship. 

Today, there will be a Memorial Service for:

• Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, requested by Anthony & Joan Ersalesi on behalf of the Parish Council
• Gregory Betza, on the 1st. Anniversary of his Falling Asleep in the Lord, requested by Donna Betza & Family
• Deborah Stura, requested by Diane & Steve Abrams 

Coffee Hour is being sponsored today by Donna Betza, in Memory of her dear husband, Gregory, for his 1st. Anniversary in repose.

There will be Bible Study this Thursday at 6:00 PM.

Thank you very much to the Parish Council & all those who helped prepare, organize & cleanup for last evening’s Annual Beefsteak Dinner! Also, to those who donated prizes for the raffles & those who attended the event. The profits for the fundraiser will be announced when all its finances are finalized. 

It is customary for people to have their houses blessed with the newly blessed water from the Feast of the Theophany. If you would like you house blessed after, please fill out the attached form & hand it in to Father.

Dates to Remember:

• Saturday/Sunday, February 11th & 12th: Archpastoral Visit by Archbishop Michael
• Sunday, February 26th: Orthodox Christian Mission Center (OCMC) Sunday

Archbishop Michael’s Anniversary

&

St. Tikhon’s Seminary Appeal

Dear Brothers in Christ, Very Reverend and Reverend Clergy of the Diocese of New York and New Jersey:

Christ is in our midst!

Please join me in celebrating and honoring His Eminence, Archbishop Michael on the 50th Anniversary of his ordination as a priest in the One Holy Catholic and Apostolic Orthodox Church!

On February 4th, His Eminence, The Most Reverend Michael, Archbishop of New York and the Diocese of New York and New Jersey, and Rector of St. Tikhon's Orthodox Theological Seminary will celebrate the 50th Anniversary of his ordination.  We all know that, despite facing unimaginable loss early in his ministry, Archbishop Michael has dedicated his life to serving our Orthodox community, and remained unwavering in his commitment, paving a path for hundreds of Orthodox clergy.

When asked how our Seminary community might celebrate and honor his milestone 50th Anniversary of Priesthood, Archbishop Michael humbly asked that we help him continue doing what he has been doing all of these years: supporting Orthodox students at St. Tikhon’s Seminary. Please consider making a prayerful and meaningful gift in honor of Archbishop Michael, share this with anyone you think may be interested, and help us to support His Eminence Archbishop Michael and the essential work of St. Tikhon's Seminary. Your generosity will make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and faculty, and will help to ensure that the next generation of clergy and lay leaders are trained in the rich traditions of the Orthodox Church. 

Yours in Christ,

Fr. John Parker

Dean

St. Tikhon's Orthodox Theological Seminary 

SUNDAY, JANUARY 29                                    TONE 8

33^rd Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday of Zacchaeus

Translation of the Relics of Hieromartyr Ignatius the Godbearer

Please Pray for the Following:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodi Camacho & Paul Dolocheck.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

There will be no Divine Liturgies on Wednesdays during January & February in order to save on heating costs. There will be Bible Study this Thursday at 6:00 PM

The 2023 Liturgical Wall Calendars have arrived & are in the vestibule as you enter. Please take one per family.

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship.

Today, there will be a Memorial Service for Anna Holick & Deborah Stura, requested by the Polk Family.

Next Sunday for:

• Gregory Betza, on the 1st. Anniversary of his Falling Asleep in the Lord, requested by Donna Betza & Family
• Deborah Stura, requested by Diane & Steve Abrams

It is customary for people to have their houses blessed with the newly blessed water from the Feast of the Theophany. If you would like you house blessed after, please fill out the attached form & hand it in to Father.

Reservations now being taking for our February 4, 2023 Beefsteak Dinner.  Limited tickets available. Please contact Barbara Polk @ 973-452-1233 or, email: polk_barbara@yahoo.com for information. Please see the updated attached flyer. 

The Beefsteak Dinner Committee needs of gifts for the raffle portion of our upcoming Dinner on February 4^th. It would be very grateful for anyone who could donate a gift (of a inimum monetary amount of  $25) or donate an item or items that could be put together to make a Gift Basket. Donations of any monetary value are always welcomed & appreciated. Please see Tony Ersalesi or contact him @ 973-610-9944 for information. Thank you in advance for your generosity and support.            

Dates to Remember:

• Saturday, February 4th:
• Divine Liturgy to honor Archbishop Michael’s 50th. Anniversary as a priest at Christ the Savior Church, Paramus @ 10:00 AM. See flyer on Bulletin Board for details
• Annual Beefsteak Dinner at the Parish Hall @ 7:00 PM. See included flyer
• Saturday/Sunday, February 11th & 12th: Archpastoral Visit by Archbishop Michael
• Sunday, February 26th: Orthodox Christian Mission Center (OCMC) Sunday

SUNDAY, JANUARY 22                                    TONE 7

32^nd Sunday after Pentecost

Synaxis of the Holy New Martyrs and Confessors of Russia

Sanctity of Life Sunday for the OCA 

Sanctity of Life Sunday

To the Clergy, Monastics, and Faithful of the Orthodox Church in America,

My Beloved Children in the Lord,

From the earliest times, Christians have been at variance with the world because of their reverence toward sexuality, marriage, and human life at all its stages. In the post-apostolic Epistle to Diognetus, very possibly from the pen of St. Polycarp, the disciple of St. John the Theologian, we read that Christians ‘marry, as do all others; they beget children; but they do not destroy their offspring. They have a common table, but not a common bed. They are in the flesh, but they do not live after the flesh’ (ch. 5).

Rather than viewing pleasure and fleeting happiness as the supreme good, Christians know that virtue, a rightly-ordered relationship with God and the world which he created, is what leads up toward true goodness, which is God himself. Another word for this right relationship with the Creator is life.

Jesus Christ, the Son of God and incarnate Word came to tear down the dividing wall of hostility between God and man and restore us to our friendship with the Divinity, which friendship had eroded because of sin (Eph. 2:14). Thus he is revealed to be the Life and Light of the world (Jn. 8:12, 11:25, 14:6), the one in whom and through whom we enter into a rightly-ordered relationship with existence and the Source of existence, and who shows us what that relationship—virtue—is, and where it leads—eternal life, eternal relationship with the Lord and his saints.

Life, for Christians, means far more than biological life. And yet this deeper and broader conception of life should only increase our reverence for biological life. For, in Christ, we understand that every human being is created in the image of God, and that every human life is a free gift of the Father, from whom comes every good and perfect gift (Gen. 1:27, Jam. 1:17).

Thus, we understand that there is no opposition between reverence for life and true human flourishing. Or, to cast the matter more bluntly, we can never accept abortion and infanticide as a solution for other human ills. Rather, we must see the sins of abortion and infanticide as manifestations of the same evils that underlie other social injustices.

This year, Sanctity of Life Sunday has taken on a new meaning. The Supreme Court has undone, as far as lies in its power, the injustice wrought by its decision in the case of Roe v. Wade. But this means that our work in defense and promotion of life is only just beginning.

We know that, as soon as Christians gained a voice in the Roman Empire, that used that voice to speak against the enormities that the Empire committed against human dignity: slavery, gladiator and beast fights, and, yes, abortion and infanticide. As long as we Orthodox Christians have some voice in this pluralistic, democratic society, it is right that we use this voice to defend the weakest among us, including especially the unborn children who still lie under threat of legalized abortion in many jurisdictions.

But we must never, ever allow ourselves to become focused solely on political, and much less partisan and ideological, pursuits. Instead, the defense and promotion of life must start and end with our personal commitment: in our hearts, in our families, in our parishes, in our communities, with alms of time and treasure and talent and effort. With whatever resources God may give us, we must promote true human flourishing, starting with the right to life for all people, at all stages of life. And we must do what we can to orient our life toward God through virtuous living, encouraging the same in our brethren and neighbors wherever and however it is possible. In so doing, we might hope to attain to the everlasting life and bountifulness of the heavenly kingdom, where Christ the Lord reigns with his Father and his All-holy and life-giving Spirit.

Yours in Christ,

+TIKHON
Archbishop of Washington
Metropolitan of All America and Canada

At the Litany of Fervent Supplication (p. 38 in the Green Books):

—Again we pray that You will grant to the people of this nation the will to do good, to flee from evil, and to practice all righteousness, making us respectful of life and sharers of Your blessings, caring for one another in mercy and truth.

—Again we pray that You will banish all evil from our hearts and wickedness from our laws, enabling us to be servants of Your holy will and performers of Your love.

—Again we pray that You will kindle in our hearts the will to care for the needy, to show kindness to the poor, to aid the homeless and help the helpless.

For the sick:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman, Jodi Camacho & Paul Dolocheck.

Before the Dismissal:

Priest: Let us pray to the Lord.

Response: Lord, have mercy.

Priest: O Lord Jesus Christ, the only-begotten Son, Who are in the bosom of the Father, True God, source of life and immortality, Light of Light, Who came into the world to enlighten it: You were pleased to be conceived in the womb of the Virgin Mary for the salvation of our souls by the power of Your All-Holy Spirit. O Master, Who came that we might have life more abundantly, we ask You to enlighten the minds and hearts of those blinded to the truth that life begins at conception and that the unborn in the womb are already adorned with Your image and likeness; enable us to guard, cherish, and protect the lives of all those who are unable to care for themselves. For You are the Giver of Life, bringing each person from non-being into being, sealing each person with divine and infinite love. Be merciful, O Lord, to those who, through ignorance or willfulness, affront Your divine goodness and providence through the evil act of abortion. May they, and all of us, come to the light of Your Truth and glorify You, the Giver of Life, together with Your Father, and Your All-Holy and Life-giving Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

There will be no Divine Liturgies on Wednesdays during January & February in order to save on heating costs.

The 2023 Liturgical Wall Calendars have arrived & are in the vestibule as you enter. Please take one per family.

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship.

Today, there will be a Memorial Service for:

• Anna Holick, requested by her sister, Lovey Kopetz, in memory of her birthday on January 24th
• The countless millions of babies who have lost their lives through abortion

Next week for Anna Holick & Deborah Stura, requested by the Polk Family. 

It is customary for people to have their houses blessed with the newly blessed water from the Feast of the Theophany. If you would like you house blessed after, please fill out the attached form & hand it in to Father.

Today, Coffee Hour is being sponsored by Lovey Kopetz in loving memory of her beloved sister Anna Holick for what would have been her birthday on January 24th.

Reservations now being taking for our February 4, 2023 Beefsteak Dinner.  Limited tickets available. Please contact Barbara Polk @ 973-452-1233 or, email: polk_barbara@yahoo.com for information. Please see the updated attached flyer.

The Beefsteak Dinner Committee needs of gifts for the raffle portion of our upcoming Dinner on February 4^th. It would be very grateful for anyone who could donate a gift (of a inimum monetary amount of  $25) or donate an item or items that could be put together to make a Gift Basket. Donations of any monetary value are always welcomed & appreciated. Please see Tony Ersalesi or contact him @ 973-610-9944 for information. Thank you in advance for your generosity and support.       

Dates to Remember:

• Saturday, February 4th:
• Divine Liturgy to honor Archbishop Michael’s 50th. Anniversary as a priest at Christ the Savior Church, Paramus @ 10:00 AM. See flyer on Bulletin Board for details
• Annual Beefsteak Dinner at the Parish Hall @ 7:00 PM. See included updated flyer
• Saturday/Sunday, February 11th & 12th: Archpastoral Visit by Archbishop Michael

SUNDAY, JANUARY 15                                    TONE 6

31^st Sunday after Pentecost

Ven. Paul of Thebes

Ven. John Calabytes (the Hut-Dweller)

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman & Jodi Camacho.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

There will be no Divine Liturgies on Wednesdays during January & February in order to save on heating costs. Bible Study will continue on Thursday evenings at 6:00 PM. 

The 2023 Liturgical Wall Calendars have arrived & are in the vestibule as you enter. Please take one per family. 

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship.

Today, there will be a Memorial Service for:

• Deborah Stura, for whom there will be a 40th Day Memorial Service, requested by her husband, Joseph Stura
• Anna Holick, requested by Diane & Steve Abrams

It is customary for people to have their houses blessed with the newly blessed water from the Feast of the Theophany. If you would like you house blessed after, please fill out the attached form & hand it in to Father. 

Reservations now being taking for our February 4, 2023 Beefsteak Dinner.  Limited tickets available. Please contact Barbara Polk @ 973-452-1233 or, email: polk_barbara@yahoo.com for information. Please see the updated attached flyer. 

The Beefsteak Dinner Committee needs of gifts for the raffle portion of our upcoming Dinner on February 4^th. It would be very grateful for anyone who could donate a gift (of a inimum monetary amount of  $25) or donate an item or items that could be put together to make a Gift Basket. Donations of any monetary value are always welcomed & appreciated. Please see Tony Ersalesi or contact him @ 973-610-9944 for information. Thank you in advance for your generosity and support.     

Dates to Remember:

• Saturday, February 4th:
• Divine Liturgy to honor Archbishop Michael’s 50th. Anniversary as a priest at Christ the Savior Church, Paramus @ 10:00 AM. See flyer on Bulletin Board for details
• Annual Beefsteak Dinner at the Parish Hall @ 7:00 PM. See included updated flyer
• Saturday/Sunday, February 11th & 12th: Archpastoral Visit by Archbishop Michael

SUNDAY, JANUARY 8                               TONE 5

30^th Sunday after Pentecost

Afterfeast of the Theophany

Sunday After the Theophany

Ven. George the Chozebite

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman & Jodi Camacho.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

There will be no Divine Liturgies on Wednesdays during January & February in order to save on heating costs.

The 2023 Liturgical Wall Calendars have arrived & are in the vestibule as you enter. Please take one per family.

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship.

Today, there will be a Memorial Service:

• In Memory of those who have left a bequest to the parish for its Preservation Fund: Irene Subtelney, John M. Peregrim, Irene T. Korbanics, Kevin Kohler, Olga & Michael Gribb and Nicholas & Sally Telep.
• For Joanne D'Arienzo, for the 5^th Anniversary of her Falling Asleep in the Lord, requested by Robert & Carol Hruby
• For Anna Holick, requested by Peter & Virginia Eagler.

Next Sunday, January 15^th, for:   

• Deborah Stura, for whom there will be a 40th Day Memorial Service, requested by husband, Joseph Stura
• Anna Holick, requested by Diane & Steve Abrams 

The two candles on the table before the Royal Doors are being lit in Memory of Joanne D'Arienzo as well as this Sunday's bulletin and coffee hour are being sponsored by Robert & Carol Hruby, in Memory of Joanne D'Arienzo for her 5th Anniversary in repose. May her memory be eternal! 

It is customary for people to have their houses blessed with the newly blessed water from the Feast of the Theophany. If you would like you house blessed after, please fill out the attached form & hand it in to Father. 

Reservations now being taking for our February 4, 2023 Beefsteak Dinner.  Limited tickets available. Please contact Barbara Polk @ 973-452-1233 or, email: polk_barbara@yahoo.com for information. Please see the updated attached flyer.

Dates to Remember:

• Saturday, February 4th:
• Divine Liturgy to honor Archbishop Michael’s 50th. Anniversary as a priest at Christ the Savior Church, Paramus @ 10:00 AM. See flyer on Bulletin Board for details
• Annual Beefsteak Dinner at the Parish Hall @ 7:00 PM. See included updated flyer
• Saturday/Sunday, February 11th & 12th: Archpastoral Visit by Archbishop Michael

SUNDAY, JANUARY 1                               TONE 4

29^th Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday Before the Theophany

The Circumcision of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ

St. Basil the Great, Archbishop of Caesarea in Cappadocia

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman & Jodi Camacho.

Christ is Born! Glorify Him!         Happy New Year!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The 2023 Liturgical Wall Calendars have arrived & are in the vestibule as you enter. Please take one per family.

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & fellowship. 

Great Vespers will be held on Thursday, January 5th @ 5:00 PM for the Theophany of Christ. (No Bible Study that evening.) The Great Blessing of the Waters will take place at the end of Great Vespers. Please bring your bottles or containers to be able to take home the blessed water.

Divine Liturgy will held this Friday, January 6th. @ 9:30 AM, for the feast of the Theophany of Christ.

It is customary for people to have their houses blessed with the newly blessed water from the Feast of the Theophany. If you would like you house blessed after, please fill out the attached form & hand it in to Father. 

Reservations now being taking for our February 4, 2023 Beefsteak Dinner.  Limited tickets available. Please contact Barbara Polk @ 973-452-1233 or, email: polk_barbara@yahoo.com for information. Please see the updated attached flyer.

Dates to Remember:

• Thursday, January 5th @ 5:00 PM: Great Vespers for the Theophany of Christ
• Friday, January 6th @ 9:30 AM: Divine Liturgy for the Theophany of Christ; followed by a Memorial Service for the donors of the Memorial Plaque.
• Saturday, February 4th:
• Divine Liturgy to honor Archbishop Michael’s 50th. Anniversary as a priest at Christ the Savior Church, Paramus @ 10:00 AM. See flyer on Bulletin Board for details
• Annual Beefsteak Dinner at the Parish Hall @ 7:00 PM. See included updated flyer
• Saturday/Sunday, February 11th & 12th: Archpastoral Visit by Archbishop Michael

DECEMBER 25

The Nativity according to the Flesh of our Lord, God, and Savior Jesus Christ

Divine Liturgy of St. Basil the Great

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch, Ann Hinman & Jodi Camacho.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Christmas Offering envelopes are available in the vestibule of the Church for those who would like to support the flowers and other decorations to celebrate the Nativity of Christ. 

The 2023 Liturgical Wall Calendars have arrived & are in the vestibule as you enter. Please take one per family.

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for the Nativity Breakfast, coffee & fellowship. 

Divine Liturgy will held this Wednesday, December 28th. @ 9:30 AM. 

The next Bible Study will take place on Thursday, December 29th. @ 6:00 PM in the conference room. All welcome.

Many thanks to Craig Polk, Sub-deacon Christopher, those who helped set up the crib for the Yolka, the students & staff who participated, the parents who supported it as well as those who attended it. It was very enjoyable! 

Reservations now being taking for our February 4, 2023 Beefsteak Dinner.  Limited tickets available. Please contact Barbara Polk @ 973-452-1233 or, email: polk_barbara@yahoo.com for information. Please see the updated attached flyer.

Dates to Remember:

• Sunday, December 25th: Nativity Breakfast in Parish Hall following Divine Liturgy
• Wednesday, December 28th @ 9:30 AM: Divine Liturgy
• Thursday, December 29th @ 6:00 PM: Bible Study. The Gospel of St. John
• Friday, January 6th @ 9:30 AM: Divine Liturgy for the Theophany of Christ; followed by a Memorial Service for the donors of the Memorial Plaque.
• Saturday, February 4th:
• Divine Liturgy to honor Archbishop Michael’s 50th. Anniversary as a priest at Christ the Savior Church, Paramus @ 10:00 AM. See flyer on Bulletin Board for details
• Annual Beefsteak Dinner at the Parish Hall @ 7:00 PM. See included updated flyer
• Saturday/Sunday, February 11th & 12th: Archpastoral Visit by Archbishop Michael

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 18                                   TONE 2

27^th Sunday after Pentecost (13^th of Luke)

Sunday Before the Nativity

Sunday of the Holy Fathers

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch & Ann Hinman.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Nativity Fast continues. Please refer to your Liturgical Wall Calendars for details.

Christmas Offering envelopes are available in the vestibule of the Church for those who would like to support the flowers and other decorations to celebrate the Nativity of Christ.

The 2023 Liturgical Wall Calendars have arrived & are in the vestibule as you enter. Please take one per family.

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & for fellowship. 

Divine Liturgy will held this Wednesday, December 21st. @ 9:30 AM. 

The next Bible Study will take place on Thursday, December 22nd @ 6:00 PM in the conference room. All welcome. 

The Church School will again be doing the Christmas Gift Project for the Mental Health Offices. Craig Polk is looking to collect gift cards, or collect monetary donations towards gift cards. Please contact him by email at polk.craig@gmail.com if you wish to contribute towards this worthwhile project.

Many thanks to the Parish Council who hosted the recent Pasta Buffet. They also personally covered the cost of the food & the raffles. Thank you also to those who supported the event. It made a profit of $1,500.00!

This past week was a busy one for our parish. The hall was rented out twice recently & a film group rented the hall for a few days to use as an administrative base. Thank you to Anthony Ersalesi & Gregory Focarino for their time in organizing & communicating with the renters to cater for their needs. His Eminence, Archbishop Michael, extends his heartfelt thanks to those who worked & supported all the recent functions.

Reservations now being taking for our February 4, 2023 Beefsteak Dinner.  Limited tickets available. Please contact Barbara Polk @ 973-452-1233 or, email: polk_barbara@yahoo.com for information. Please see the updated attached flyer.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11                                   TONE 1

26^th Sunday after Pentecost (12^th of Luke)

Sunday of the Forefathers

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock, Linda Petrovitch & Ann Hinman.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Today, we will hold a Memorial Service after Divine Liturgy for:

• Dorothy Nalesnik, for a 40 Day Service, requested by Gregory Nalesnic & Lorraine Gassior & Families
• Robert John Sudol III, requested by the Fejko & Udina Families

May their memories be eternal!    

The Nativity Fast continues. Please refer to your Liturgical Wall Calendars for details.

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & for fellowship.

Divine Liturgy will NOT be held this Wednesday but will be held on December 21st. @ 9:30 AM.

The next Bible Study will take place on Thursday, December 15th @ 6:00 PM in the conference room. All welcome.

The Church School will again be doing the Christmas Gift Project for the Mental Health Offices. Craig Polk is looking to collect gift cards, or collect monetary donations towards gift cards. Please contact him by email at polk.craig@gmail.com if you wish to contribute towards this worthwhile project.

The 2023 Liturgical Wall Calendars have arrived & are in the vestibule as you enter. Please take one per family.

Many thanks to the Parish Council who hosted the recent Pasta Buffet. They also personally covered the cost of the food & the raffles. Thank you also to those who supported the event. It made a profit of $1,500.00!

Many thanks to Katie & Steve Molkenbur, who have donated the beautiful Christmas Tree! Thank you also to Greg Focarino & Carl Stramiello  removed the old tree & set up the donated tree.

Dates to Remember:

Sunday, December 18th: Annual Sunday School Yolka pageant after Coffee Hour

Saturday, February 4th: Annual Beefsteak Dinner

Saturday/Sunday, February 11th & 12th: Archpastoral Visit by Archbishop Michael

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4                                                 TONE 8

25^th Sunday after Pentecost (11^th of Luke)

Greatmartyr Barbara and Martyr Juliana, at Heliopolis in Syria

Ven. John of Damascus

Glorification of New Hieromartyr Protopresbyter Alexander Hotovitzky, missionary in America

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock & Linda Petrovitch.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Today, we will hold a Memorial Service after Divine Liturgy for the dearly departed members of the Sisterhood of St. Barbara.

Next Sunday, December 11th., for:

• Dorothy Nalesnik, for a 40 Day Service, requested by Gregory Nalesnic & Lorraine Gassior & Families
• John Sudol III, requested by the Fejko & Udina Families

May their memories be eternal! 

The Nativity Fast continues. Please refer to your Liturgical Wall Calendars for details. 

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & for fellowship. 

Divine Liturgy will be held this Wednesday, December 7th @ 9:30 AM and the following Wednesdays. 

The next Bible Study will take place on Thursday, December 8th @ 6:00 PM in the conference room. All welcome.

The Church School will again be doing the Christmas Gift Project for the Mental Health Offices. Craig Polk is looking to collect gift cards, or collect monetary donations towards gift cards. Please contact him by email at polk.craig@gmail.com if you wish to contribute towards this worthwhile project.

Dates to Remember:

Sunday, December 18^th after Coffee Hour: Sunday School Yolka or Christmas Pagent

Saturday, February 4th: Annual Beefsteak Dinner

Saturday/Sunday, February 11th & 12th: Archpastoral Visit by Archbishop Michael

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20                                  TONE 6

23^rd Sunday after Pentecost (9^th of Luke)

Forefeast of the Entrance into the Temple

Ven. Gregory of Decapolis

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock & Linda Petrovitch.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Today has been designated by the Assembly of Canonical Bishops of the USA & Canada as International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC) Sunday. Please see attached letter written by the bishops. I want to thank the parish for its support of this important organization. We have hosted a Wine Tasting Event here & given to particular causes when asked by it to help. Almsgiving is an important element in the life of the Orthodox Church. 

The Nativity Fast has begun. Please refer to your Liturgical Wall Calendars for details. 

The Choir Director, Luis Camacho, encourages you to join in with the responses as much as you can.

We have returned to the traditional way of distributing communion, using a red cloth instead of paper napkins. Our parish was the last parish in our diocese to do away with two spoons for the distribution of Holy Communion. It has also been pointed out that no one in the whole archdiocese ever contracted Covid-19 during the pandemic by partaking of the holy gifts. As we say in the prayer right before being called up to receive these gifts: “For the healing of soul and body.”

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & for fellowship.

There will be no Divine Liturgy this Wednesdays. It will be held on November 30th and the following Wednesdays.

The next Bible Study will take place on Thursday, December 8th @ 6:00 PM in the conference room. All welcome.

In regard to requests for Memorial Services, please contact Father Terence first & after that, Barbara Polk, to schedule. We are supposed to do these services any day except Sunday but because many work during the week & some families come from out of town, we do most of these services on Sunday after Divine Liturgy. They are kept short so that the congregation can stay to pray for the family before going to Coffee Hour. At this time, a Divine Liturgy service is being held on Wednesdays at 9:30 AM & some Memorial Services will be done at the end of that Liturgy.

Many thanks to Debbie Sancenito and her team, Ludmilla Di Ianni, June Fejko, Olivia Filip, Patricia Mazur, Barbara Polk, Elaine Svendsen and Dorothy Andrusko (a friend of the parish), who helped prepare last week's Soup & Sandwich fund raiser.  On behalf of the of the Sisterhood of St. Barbara, we extend our thanks and appreciation to our parishioners, their family & friends for participating and supporting this fund raiser. We are happy to announce the profit of $692.46 that is being donated to the ' Rectory Boiler Replacement Appeal.'

The Church School will again be doing the Christmas Gift Project for the Mental Health Offices. Craig Polk is looking to collect gift cards, or collect monetary donations towards gift cards. Please contact him by email at polk.craig@gmail.com if you wish to contribute towards this worthwhile project.

Dates to Remember:

Saturday, December 3rd: Pasta Buffet, from 5:00-7:00 PM, hosted by the Parish Council

Saturday, February 4th: Annual Beefsteak Dinner

Saturday/Sunday, February 11th & 12th: Archpastoral Visit by Archbishop Michael

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 13                                  TONE 5

22^nd Sunday after Pentecost (8^th of Luke)

St. John Chrysostom, Archbishop of Constantinople

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock & Linda Petrovitch.

 ANNOUNCEMENTS 

The Choir Director, Luis Camacho, encourages you to join in with the responses as much as you can.

We have returned to the traditional way of distributing communion, using a red cloth instead of paper napkins. Our parish was the last parish in our diocese to do away with two spoons for the distribution of Holy Communion. It has also been pointed out that no one in the whole archdiocese ever contracted Covid-19 during the pandemic by partaking of the holy gifts. As we say in the prayer right before being called up to receive these gifts: “For the healing of soul and body.”

The Nativity Fast begins this Tuesday, November 15^th. Please refer to your Wall Liturgical Calendars for details. 

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & for fellowship.

Today, there will be a Memorial Service for:

• Sally Telep, on the anniversary of her passing, requested by Joyce Telep & Family
• Robert Sudol, requested by Steve & Diane Abrams
• Deceased Veterans of the parish 

Divine Liturgy is held in the church on Wednesdays @ 9:30 AM. All welcome.

The next Bible Study will take place on Thursday, December 8th @ 6:00 PM in the conference room. All welcome.

In regard to requests for Memorial Services, please contact Father Terence first & after that, Barbara Polk, to schedule. We are supposed to do these services any day except Sunday but because many work during the week & some families come from out of town, we do most of these services on Sunday after Divine Liturgy. They are kept short so that the congregation can stay to pray for the family before going to Coffee Hour. At this time, a Divine Liturgy service is being held on Wednesdays at 9:30 AM & some Memorial Services will be done at the end of that Liturgy.

Many thanks to Debbie Sancenito and her team, Ludmilla Di Ianni, June Fejko, Olivia Filip, Patricia Mazur, Barbara Polk, Elaine Svendsen and Dorothy Andrusko (a friend of the parish), who helped prepare last week's Soup & Sandwich fund raiser.  On behalf of the of the Sisterhood of St. Barbara, we extend our thanks and appreciation to our parishioners, their family & friends for participating and supporting this fund raiser. We are happy to announce the profit of $692.46 that is being donated to the ' Rectory Boiler Replacement Appeal.'

Dates to Remember:

Today, November 13th: Parish Council meeting after Coffee Hour

Saturday, November 19th: Open Mic, hosted by Michael Vitales. Please see flyer for details.

Saturday, December 3rd: Pasta Buffet, from 5:00-7:00 PM, hosted by the Parish Council

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6                                    TONE 4

21^st Sunday after Pentecost (7^th of Luke)

St. Paul the Confessor, Archbishop of Constantinople

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, & Jacquie Shermock.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Choir Director, Luis Camacho, encourages you to join in with the responses as much as you can.

We have returned to the traditional way of distributing communion, using a red cloth instead of paper napkins. Our parish was the last parish in our diocese to do away with two spoons for the distribution of Holy Communion. It has also been pointed out that no one in the whole archdiocese ever contracted Covid-19 during the pandemic by partaking of the holy gifts. As we say in the prayer right before being called up to receive these gifts: “For the healing of soul and body.”

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & for fellowship.

Today, there will be a Memorial Service for Anna Holick, requested by Donna Betza.

Next week, for Robert Sudol, requested by Steve & Diane Abrams.

Divine Liturgy is held in the church on Wednesdays @ 9:30 AM. All welcome.

Bible Study takes place every second Thursday evenings @ 6:00 PM in the conference room. The next one will be November 10th. All welcome.

Today's bulletin is sponsored by the Polk Family in honor of family birthday celebrations during the month of November: Kayleigh Polk - Nov. 7th and Brad Polk - Nov. 23rd.  Happy Birthday and Many blessed years!

Pirogies are back on sale! Please speak to Donna Betza if you would like to purchase some.

In regard to requests for Memorial Services, please contact Father Terence first & after that, Barbara Polk, to schedule. We are supposed to do these services any day except Sunday but because many work during the week & some families come from out of town, we do most of these services on Sunday after Divine Liturgy. They are kept short so that the congregation can stay to pray for the family before going to Coffee Hour. At this time, a Divine Liturgy service is being held on Wednesdays at 9:30 AM & some Memorial Services will be done at the end of that Liturgy.

Dates to Remember:

Sunday, November 13th: Parish Council meeting after Coffee Hour

Saturday, November 19th: Open Mic, hosted by Michael Vitales. Please see flyer for details.

Saturday, December 3rd: Pasta Buffet, hosted by the Parish Council

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30                                     TONE 3

20^th Sunday after Pentecost (6^th of Luke)

Hieromartyr Zenobius and his sister Zenobia, of Aegae in Cilicia

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, & Jacquie Shermock.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Choir Director, Luis Camacho, encourages you to join in with the responses as much as you can. Reader Christopher Minarich will be singing the responses today. 

We have returned to the traditional way of distributing communion, using a red cloth instead of paper napkins. Our parish was the last parish in our diocese to do away with two spoons for the distribution of Holy Communion. It has also been pointed out that no one in the whole archdiocese ever contracted Covid-19 during the pandemic by partaking of the holy gifts. As we say in the prayer right before being called up to receive these gifts: “For the healing of soul and body.” 

Please remember in your prayers, Dorothy Nalesnic, who Fell Asleep in the Lord  this past week. Prayers for the Calling Hours will be today, Sunday 30th., at Shook Funeral Home in Clifton at 4:00 PM. The funeral will be at Holy Assumption Church at 10:30 AM.

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & for fellowship.

Today, there will be a 40 Day Memorial Service for:

• Anna Holick, requested by Lovey Kopetz
• Robert John Sudol III, requested by Katherine Robinson
• Lorraine & Peter Spann, (not a 40 Day) requested by The Fejko & Udina Families 

Next week, November 6th: for Anna Holick, requested by Donna Betza. 

Divine Liturgy is held in the church on Wednesdays @ 9:30 AM. All welcome. 

Coffee Hour is being sponsored today by Lovey Kopetz, in memory of her late sister, Anna Holick, who recently Fell Asleep in the Lord. Memory Eternal!

Bible Study takes place every second Thursday evenings @ 6:00 PM in the conference room. The next one will be November 10th. All welcome!

Pirogies are back on sale! Please speak to Donna Betza if you would like to purchase some.

In regard to requests for Memorial Services, please contact Father Terence first & after that, Barbara Polk, to schedule. We are supposed to do these services any day except Sunday but because many work during the week & some families come from out of town, we do most of these services on Sunday after Divine Liturgy. They are kept short so that the congregation can stay to pray for the family before going to Coffee Hour. At this time, a Divine Liturgy service is being held on Wednesdays at 9:30 AM & some Memorial Services will be done at the end of that Liturgy.

Dates to Remember:

• Saturday, November 5th: Soup & Sandwich Dinner-to-go. Please see attached flyer for details.
• Sunday, November 6th @ 2:00 AM: Daylight Saving ends. An extra hour of sleep!
• Sunday, November 13th: Parish Council meeting after Coffee Hour
• Saturday, November 19th: Open Mic, hosted by Michael Vitales. Please see flyer for details.
• Saturday, December 3rd: Pasta Buffet, hosted by the Parish Council

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23                                     TONE 2

19^th Sunday after Pentecost (5^th of Luke)

Holy Apostle James, the Brother of the Lord

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock & Dorothy Nalesnic.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

The Choir Director, Luis Camacho, encourages you to join in with the responses as much as you can.

We have returned to the traditional way of distributing communion, using a red cloth instead of paper napkins. Our parish was the last parish in our diocese to do away with two spoons for the distribution of Holy Communion. It has also been pointed out that no one in the whole archdiocese ever contracted Covid-19 during the pandemic by partaking of the holy gifts. As we say in the prayer right before being called up to receive these gifts: “For the healing of soul and body.”

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & for fellowship.

Next week, October 30th., there will be a 40 Day Memorial Service for:

• Anna Holick, requested by Lovey Kopetz
• Robert John Sudol III, requested by Katherine Robinson
• Lorraine & Peter Spann, (not 40 Day) requested by The Fejko & Udina Families 

Divine Liturgy is held in the church on Wednesdays @ 9:30 AM. All welcome.

Bible Study takes place on Thursday evenings @ 6:00 PM in the conference room. All welcome

Pirogies are back on sale! Please speak to Donna Betza if you would like to purchase some.

The profit from last week’s Stuffed Cabbage Dinners-to-go fundraiser was $967.09! The Sisterhood of St. Barbara would like to thank all those who prepared the dinners (3 days of cooking!) as well as to everyone who supported it.

In regard to requests for Memorial Services, please contact Father Terence first & after that, Barbara Polk, to schedule. We are supposed to do these services any day except Sunday but because many work during the week & some families come from out of town, we do most of these services on Sunday after Divine Liturgy. They are kept short so that the congregation can stay to pray for the family before going to Coffee Hour. At this time, a Divine Liturgy service is being held on Wednesdays at 9:30 AM & some Memorial Services will be done at the end of that Liturgy.

Dates to Remember:

Saturday, November 5th: Soup & Sandwich Dinner-to-go. Please see attached flyer for details.

Sunday, November 19th: Parish Council meeting after Coffee Hour

Saturday, November 19th: Open Mic, hosted by Michael Vitales. Please see flyer for details.

Saturday, December 3rd: Pasta Buffet, hosted by the Parish Council

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16                                     TONE 1

18^th Sunday after Pentecost (4^th of Luke)

Commemoration of the Holy Fathers of the 7^th Ecumenical Council

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock & Dorothy Nalesnic.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

From this Sunday onwards, we will return to the traditional way of distributing communion, using a red cloth instead of paper napkins. 

At the end of Divine Liturgy, we will bless the icon of St. Nicholas, donated by the Telep Family, in memory of Nicholas & Sally Telep, who have Fallen Asleep in the Lord. It will be placed on the back wall of the church on the right hand side as you enter it. 

Welcome to our visitors. Please feel free to join us downstairs after the service for coffee & for fellowship. 

Today, there will be a Memorial Service for:

• Judith Telep, for her 40th. Day since passing away, requested by the Telep Family
• Peter & Mary Kumka, requested by Patricia Torkos
• Warren Beck for his 40th. Day, requested by Elaine Svenson

Next Sunday, for Anna Holick, requested by Donna Betza. 

Divine Liturgy is held in the church on Wednesdays @ 9:30 AM. All welcome. 

Bible Study takes place on Thursday evenings @ 6:00 PM in the conference room. All welcome.

Pirogies are back on sale! Please speak to Donna Betza if you would like to purchase some.

The profit from last week’s Stuffed Cabbage Dinners-to-go fundraiser was $967.09! The Sisterhood of St. Barbara would like to thank all those who prepared the dinners as well as to everyone who supported it.

The Parish Beefsteak Dinner scheduled for October 22^nd has been POSTPONED. It is being rescheduled for Saturday, February 4^th 2023. More information will be provided when details are figured out.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9                               TONE 8

17^th Sunday after Pentecost (3^rd of Luke)

Glorification of St. Tikhon, Patriarch of Moscow and All Russia, Enlightener of North America

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors and to those who are returning for the first time since the start of the pandemic. It is good to see you. 

Today, there will be a Memorial Service for:

• Mark Sancenito, for his 14th Anniversary, requested by Deborah Sancenito
• Jennie Ablahani, requested by Matushka Barbara, for her 20th. Anniversary
• Olga Grib, in honor of her birthday, October 5^th requested by her loving daughters: Karen, Kathy & Kris

Next Sunday, October 16th., for Peter & Helen Kumka, requested by Patricia Torkas. 

We are happy to announce that Divine Liturgy will be offered in the church every Wednesday @ 9:30 AM. Michael Vitales will sing the responses. Bible Study will take place on Thursday evenings @ 6:00 PM.

Many thanks to Deborah Sancenito & her team, June Fejko, Barbara Polk, Elaine Svendsen, Maria Tlatelpa & Marilyn Wong, who helped prepare for yesterday’s Stuffed Cabbage fund raiser, without whom, it would not have been possible. On behalf of the Sisterhood of St. Barbara, we extend our thank you and appreciation to our parishioners, their families & friends for participating and supporting this fund raiser. As soon as the figures are calculated, the profit will be announced. 

Pirogies are back on sale! Please speak to Donna Betza if you would like to purchase some.

The Parish Beefsteak Dinner scheduled for October 22nd., has been POSTPONED. It is being rescheduled for Saturday, February 4th., 2023. More information will be provided when details are figured out.

Dates to Remember:

• Sunday, October 9th., after Coffee Hour, Parish Council meeting

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2                               TONE 7

16^th Sunday after Pentecost (2^nd of Luke)

Hieromartyr Cyprian, Virgin-Martyr Justina,

and Martyr Theoctist, of Nicomedia

Church Musician Sunday

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors and to those who are returning for the first time since the start of the pandemic. It is good to see you.

We are happy to announce that Divine Liturgy will be offered in the church every Wednesday @ 9:30 AM. Michael Vitales will sing the responses. Bible Study will take place on Thursday evenings @ 6:00 PM.

Next Sunday, there will be a Memorial Service for Olga Grib, in honor of her birthday, October 5^th requested by her loving daughters: Karen, Kathy & Kris

Thank you to Craig Polk everyone who helped setup & cleanup for our Annual Parish Picnic & Barbeque last Sunday, as well as all those who attended. Everyone had a very enjoyable time!

On behalf of the church school, as a parent, and a parishioner of the church I wanted to thank all of the people that donated their time talent, and treasure for a successful annual picnic. It was a great event and it would have not been possible without your monetary, food, and donations of skill in preparing dishes as well as set up and clean up. Thank you to Father Terence for his support, and singing ability, as well as the church council for their continued support. We look forward to having a great church school year and are excited as we start our winter projects and school activities.

Best regards in Christ, 

Craig Polk 

Church School Coordinator 

Pirogues are back on sale! Please speak to Donna Betza if you would like to purchase some.

Dates to Remember:

• Saturday, October 8th: Stuffed Cabbage Dinner. Please see attached flyer for details
• Sunday, October 2nd., after Coffee Hour, Parish Council meeting
• Saturday, October 22nd: Holy Assumption of Clifton’s Beefsteak Dinner. Please contact Barbara Polk for details

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25                                 TONE 6

15^th Sunday after Pentecost (1^st of Luke)

Repose of Ven. Sergius,

Abbot and Wonderworker of Rádonezh and All Russia

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome to our visitors and to those who are returning for the first time since the start of the pandemic. It is good to see you.

Please remember in your prayers, Anna Holick, who Fell Asleep in the Lord this past week. Her funeral will be at Holy Assumption Church, tomorrow, Monday, September 26th., @ 10:00 AM. Please check Shook Funeral Home’s website for more details. 

We are happy to announce that Divine Liturgy will be offered in the church every Wednesday @ 9:30 AM. Michael Vitales will sing the responses. Bible Study will take place on Thursday evenings @ 7:00 PM. 

Pirogues are back on sale! Please speak to Donna Betza if you would like to purchase some.

Thank you to those who help man the Holy Assumption tent last Sunday. Members of the public donated $123.00 towards the parish but more importantly, they noted our presence amoung the Clifton community.

Dates to Remember:

• Today, September 25th after Coffee Hour: Annual Parish Picnic
• Sunday, October 2nd., after Coffee Hour, Parish Council meeting
• Saturday, October 8th: Stuffed Cabbage Dinner. Please see attached flyer for details
• Saturday, October 22nd: Holy Assumption of Clifton’s Beefsteak Dinner. Please contact Barbara Polk for details

Our Annual Parish Picnic will be held at Holy Assumption Church beginning at Noon, on Sunday, September 25, 2022, in the back yard of the church or, if it rains, in the parish hall. A sign-up sheet is available in the hall if you would please consider donating food  (a favorite covered dish), beverages, dessert, paper products or misc supplies, etc. Monetary donations are also very much welcomed. Your generosity and support are greatly appreciated. Thank you so much. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Craig Polk, email at: polk.craig@gmail.com or during coffee hour. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.  

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18                                 TONE 5

14^th Sunday after Pentecost

Afterfeast of the Exaltation of the Cross

St. Eumenes, Bishop of Gortyna

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

A Special Collection will be taken up immediately after the regular collection for the St. Tikhon’s Monastery Project that His Eminence, Archbishop Michael has asked all parishes of the diocese to support. See attached letter for details. 

Welcome to our visitors and to those who are returning for the first time since the start of the pandemic. It is good to see you. 

Thank you to everyone who helped make the visit of the Icon of St. Anna from St. Tikhon’s Monastery such a blessed & enjoyable occasion.

Thank you also to those who have helped to set up our parish table for the Clifton Street Fair. Specifically to Joseph Koribanics, for obtaining and sponsoring a site & table for our Church. Help is always welcomed at the site. Please see Gregory Focarino if you would like to. We usually remain until mid afternoon.

Pirogues are back on sale! Please speak to Donna Betza if you would like to purchase some. 

Dates to Remember:

• Today, September 18th:
• The final collection for St. Tikhon’s during the Divine Liturgy
• Commencement of Church School for students during Coffee Hour
• The Van Houten Street Fair
• Sunday, September 25th after Coffee Hour: Annual Parish Picnic
• Oct. 8th - Stuffed Cabbage Dinner. Please contact Debbie Sancenito for details
• Saturday, October 22nd: Holy Assumption of Clifton’s Beefsteak Dinner. Please contact Barbara Polk for details

Our Annual Parish Picnic will be held at Holy Assumption Church beginning at Noon, on Sunday, September 25, 2022, in the back yard of the church or, if it rains, in the parish hall. A sign-up sheet is available in the hall if you would please consider donating food  (a favorite covered dish), beverages, dessert, paper products or misc supplies, etc. Monetary donations are also very much welcomed. Your generosity and support are greatly appreciated. Thank you so much. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Craig Polk, email at: polk.craig@gmail.com or during coffee hour. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.  

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11                                 TONE 4

Sunday before the Exaltation of the Cross

Afterfeast of the Nativity of the Most Holy Theotokos

Ven. Theodora of Alexandria

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock Anna Hollick.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

A Special Collection will be taken up immediately after the regular collection for the St. Tikhon’s Monastery Project that His Eminence, Archbishop Michael has asked all parishes of the diocese to support. See attached letter for details. 

A Memorial Service will be held at the end of Divine Liturgy for:

• Katherine & John Zubal, requested by The Fejko & Udina Families
• For the victims of the September 11th. attacks in 2001 (21Anniversary). Memory Eternal!

Please pray for: Metropolitan Herman of Blessed Memory & Judith Telep who Fell Asleep in the Lord this past week. Also, for Metropolitan Kallistos Ware who Fell Asleep in the Lord on August 24th.

Welcome to our visitors and to those who are returning for the first time since the start of the pandemic. It is good to see you. 

The parish is seeking your help for baked or bought items for refreshments for the September  11th. Icon of St. Anna event at our church. Any donations will be gratefully accepted. Please see Donna Betza or Barbara Polk during Coffee Hour.

Pirogues are back on sale! Please speak to Donna Betza if you would like to purchase some. 

Dates to Remember:

• Sunday, September 11th:
• the second of the 3 special collections during the Divine Liturgy for St. Tikhon’s building program See letter at the end of the bulletin for details.
• the Icon of St. Anna from St. Tikhon’s Monastery: @ 4:00 PM. Donations such as cakes & desserts for the refreshments downstairs afterwards would be gratefully received
• Wednesday, September 14th. @ 9:30 AM: Divine Liturgy for the Exaltation of the Cross
• Saturday, September 17^th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM: Fish & Chips Dinner
• Sunday, September 18th:
• The final collection for St. Tikhon’s during the Divine Liturgy
• Commencement of Church School for students during Coffee Hour
• The Van Houten Street Fair
• Sunday, September 25th after Coffee Hour: Annual Parish Picnic
• Saturday, October 22nd: Holy Assumption of Clifton’s Beefsteak Dinner

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2022                                 TONE 3

12^th Sunday after Pentecost

Hieromartyr Babylas, Bishop of Antioch

Holy Prophet and God-seer Moses

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Judith Telep, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Jacquie Shermock.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

A Special Collection will be taken up immediately after the regular collection for the St. Tikhon’s Monastery Project that His Eminence, Archbishop Michael has asked all parishes of the diocese to support. See attached letter for details. 

A Memorial Service will be held at the end of Divine Liturgy for:

• John Peter Koribanics for his 55th Anniversary in repose, requested by the Koribanics Family
• Warren Beck,recently passed, requested by Elaine Svendsen
• 40 Day Service for Joseph Strus, requested by Donna Betza

Next Sunday, September 11th. For:

Katherine & John Zubal, requested by The Fejko & Udina Families

For the victims of the September 11th. attacks in 2001 (21Anniversary). Memory Eternal!

Welcome to our visitors and to those who are returning for the first time since the start of the pandemic. It is good to see you. 

The parish is seeking your help for baked or bought items for refreshments for the September  11th. Icon of St. Anna event at our church. Any donations will be gratefully accepted. Please see Donna Betza or Barbara Polk during Coffee Hour. 

On behalf of the Sisterhood of St. Barbara, Deborah Sancenito and Marilyn Wong would very much like to plan for a St. Nicholas & St. Barbara a Take-Out Fish Dinner on December 3, 2022.  Before moving forward with thoughts on planning this event, however, we appeal to you, our parishioners-women and men, if you could please consider to give some of your time and talents [out of your already busy lives] to help with tasks, prior, during or after, for this fund raiser to be successful for our parish. Information on tasks to be performed will be posted in the future. Although the date seems to be far-off, time quickly goes by with much to plan for and  without your 'helping hands' it is not likely this event will happen. We greatly appreciate it if you would like to help, please contact Barbara Polk during coffee hour or email at: polk_barbara@yahoo.com or, call/text 973-452-1233. Thank you very much for your consideration.  Your kindness, generosity and support are always appreciated. Please note that this fundraiser is different from the Fish & Chips event shown in the flyer at the end of the bulletin. 

Pirogues are back on sale! Please speak to Donna Betza if you would like to purchase some.

Dates to Remember:

• Sunday, September 4th: the first of 3 special collections during the Divine Liturgy to be taken for the St. Tikhon’s monastery building program, requested by Archbishop Michael. See letter at the end of the bulletin for details.
• Sunday, September 11th:
• the second of the 3 special collections during the Divine Liturgy for St. Tikhon’s building program
• the Icon of St. Anna from St. Tikhon’s Monastery: @ 4:00 PM. Donations such as cakes & desserts for the refreshments downstairs afterwards would be gratefully received
• Wednesday, September 14th: the Exaltation of the Cross; time for Liturgy to be determined
• Saturday, September 17^th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM: Fish & Chips Dinner
• Sunday, September 18th:
• The final collection for St. Tikhon’s during the Divine Liturgy
• Commencement of Church School for students during Coffee Hour
• The Van Houten Street Fair
• Sunday, September 25th after Coffee Hour: Annual Parish Picnic
• Saturday, October 22nd: Holy Assumption of Clifton’s Beefsteak Dinner

SUNDAY, AUGUST 28                               TONE 2

11^th Sunday after Pentecost

Venerable Moses the Ethiopian

Uncovering of the Relics of Ven. Job,

Abbot and Wonderworker of Pochaev

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Judith Telep, Marie Khoury. Anastasia St. Peter, & Jacquie Shermock.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Congratulations to Arleen Espaillat, who is being Chrismated at the time of the Creed during the Divine Liturgy. Her Sponsors will be  Steve & Diane Abrams. Arleen will also receive her First Communion & will be escorted by her Sponsors to receive Holy Communion first.

A 40 Day Memorial Service will be held at the end of Divine Liturgy for

• Michael Pruzinsky, Jr. & Gregory C. Betza, requested by The Pruzinsky Family
• Anna & George Ward,requested by The Fejko & Udina Families

Next Sunday, September 4th, for Joseph Strus, requested by Donna Betza 

Welcome to our visitors and to those who are returning for the first time since the start of the pandemic. It is good to see you. 

This evening and tomorrow, in commemoration of the Beheading of St. John the Baptist, is a fasting day. Please refer to your Church Wall Calendars for details. 

The parish is seeking your help for baked or bought items for refreshments for the September  11th. Icon of St. Anna event at our church. Any donations will be gratefully accepted. Please see Donna Betza or Barbara Polk during Coffee Hour. 

The Spring/Summer edition of  Jacob’s Well has been sent to our parish. Copies of it can be found in the church vestibule & the hall. 

On behalf of the Sisterhood of St. Barbara, Deborah Sancenito and Marilyn Wong would very much like to plan for a St. Nicholas & St. Barbara a Take-Out Fish Dinner on December 3, 2022.  Before moving forward with thoughts on planning this event, however, we appeal to you, our parishioners-women and men, if you could please consider to give some of your time and talents [out of your already busy lives] to help with tasks, prior, during or after, for this fund raiser to be successful for our parish. Information on tasks to be performed will be posted in the future. Although the date seems to be far-off, time quickly goes by with much to plan for and  without your 'helping hands' it is not likely this event will happen. We greatly appreciate it if you would like to help, please contact Barbara Polk during coffee hour or email at: polk_barbara@yahoo.com or, call/text 973-452-1233. Thank you very much for your consideration.  Your kindness, generosity and support are always appreciated. Please note that this fundraiser is different from the Fish & Chips event shown in the flyer at the end of the bulletin.

Pirogues are back on sale! Please speak to Donna Betza if you would like to purchase some. 

Dates to Remember:

• Today, August 28th: Chrismation of convert Arleen Espaillat
• Tomorrow, August 29th: Ordination to the Holy Priesthood of Deacon John Holeduek at Holy Apostles’ Church @ 9:30 AM, in Saddlebrook, NJ by His Eminence Archbishop Michael
• Sunday, September 4th: the first of 3 special collections during the Divine Liturgy to be taken for the St. Tikhon’s monastery building program, requested by Archbishop Michael. See letter at the end of the bulletin for details.
• Sunday, September 11th:
• the second of the 3 special collections during the Divine Liturgy for St. Tikhon’s building program
• the Icon of St. Anna from St. Tikhon’s Monastery: @ 4:00 PM. Donations such as cakes & desserts for the refreshments downstairs afterwards would be gratefully received
• Wednesday, September 14th: the Exaltation of the Cross; time for Liturgy to be determined
• Saturday, September 17^th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM: Fish & Chips Dinner
• Sunday, September 18th:
• The final collection for St. Tikhon’s during the Divine Liturgy
• Commencement of Church School for students during Coffee Hour
• The Van Houten Street Fair
• Sunday, September 25th after Coffee Hour: Annual Parish Picnic
• Saturday, October 22nd: Holy Assumption of Clifton’s Beefsteak Dinner

SUNDAY, AUGUST 21                               TONE 1

10^th Sunday after Pentecost

Afterfeast of the Dormition

Apostle Thaddaeus of the Seventy

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Judith Telep, Marie Khoury & Anastasia St. Peter.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

A 40 Day Memorial Service will be held today for Randi Howard, recently departed, requested by Elaine Svendsen.

Next Sunday, August 28th for:

• Michael Pruzinsky, Jr., requested by The Pruzinsky Family
• Anna & George Ward,requested by The Fejko & Udina Families 

Welcome to our visitors and to those who are returning for the first time since the start of the pandemic. It is good to see you. 

The Spring/Summer edition of  Jacob’s Well has been sent to our parish. Copies of it can be found in the church vestibule & the hall. 

On behalf of the Sisterhood of St. Barbara, Deborah Sancenito and Marilyn Wong would very much like to plan for a St. Nicholas & St. Barbara a Take-Out Fish Dinner on December 3, 2022.  Before moving forward with thoughts on planning this event, however, we appeal to you, our parishioners-women and men, if you could please consider to give some of your time and talents [out of your already busy lives] to help with tasks, prior, during or after, for this fund raiser to be successful for our parish. Information on tasks to be performed will be posted in the future. Although the date seems to be far-off, time quickly goes by with much to plan for and  without your 'helping hands' it is not likely this event will happen. We greatly appreciate it if you would like to help, please contact Barbara Polk during coffee hour or email at: polk_barbara@yahoo.com or, call/text 973-452-1233. Thank you very much for your consideration.  Your kindness, generosity and support are always appreciated. Please note that this fundraiser is different from the Fish & Chips event shown in the flyer at the end of the bulletin.

Pirogues are back on sale! Please speak to Donna Betza if you would like to purchase some.

Dates to Remember:

• Sunday, August 28th: Chrismation of convert Arleen Espaillat. Steve & Diane Abrams will be her sponsors
• Saturday, September 3rd: hall is being rented out in the evening
• Sunday, September 4th: the first of 3 special collections during the Divine Liturgy to be taken for the St. Tikhon’s monastery building program, requested by Archbishop Michael. See letter at the end of the bulletin for details.
• Sunday, September 11th:
• the second of the 3 special collections during the Divine Liturgy for St. Tikhon’s building program
• the Icon of St. Anna from St. Tikhon’s Monastery: @ 4:00 PM. Donations such as cakes & desserts for the refreshments downstairs afterwards would be gratefully received
• Wednesday, September 14th: the Exaltation of the Cross; time for Liturgy to be determined
• Saturday, September 17^th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM: Fish & Chips Dinner
• Sunday, September 18th:
• The final collection for St. Tikhon’s during the Divine Liturgy
• Commencement of Church School for students during Coffee Hour
• The Van Houten Street Fair
• Sunday, September 25th after Coffee Hour: Annual Parish Picnic
• Saturday, October 1st: Beefsteak Dinner being held by Holy Apostles’ Church of Saddlebrook at our hall
• Saturday, October 22nd: Holy Assumption of Clifton’s Beefsteak Dinner

SUNDAY, AUGUST 7                                        TONE 7

8^th Sunday after Pentecost

Afterfeast of the Transfiguration

Martyr Dometius of Persia

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Judith Telep, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Peter Pruzinsky & Randy Howard.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Dormition Fast has begun. Please refer to your parish wall calendars for details of what to refrain from for this fast.

Welcome to our visitors and to those who are returning for the first time since the start of the pandemic. It is good to see you!

Today, a Memorial Service will be held for Josephine Billy for her 4th Year Anniversary in repose, requested by daughter Elaine Svendsen   -   Memory Eternal!

Today's bulletin is being sponsored by the Polk Family in honor and to celebrate family events during the month of August: Danielle Polk - birthday 8/5; John & Barbara Polk - anniversary 8/7; John & Heather - anniversary 8/11; and Cecelia Polk - birthday 8/29.   Congratulations!   Many blessed years! 

The Spring/Summer edition of  Jacob’s Well has been sent to our parish. Copies of it can be found in the church vestibule & the hall.

Pirogues are back on sale! Please speak to Donna Betza if you would like to purchase some.

SUNDAY, JULY 3                                                             TONE 2

3^rd Sunday after Pentecost

Martyr Hyacinth of Caesarea

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Judith Telep, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Peter Pruzinsky & Randy Howard.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

There will be no Great Vespers Services during the month of July but there will be Divine Liturgy each Sunday at 9:00 AM. The Liturgies will not be streamed, however.

Welcome to our visitors and to those who are returning for the first time since the start of the pandemic. It is good to see you! 

Today, there will be a Memorial Service for Mary Slyvinsky, requested by Susan Mercado & Family. 

When requesting a Memorial Service, please speak to Father Terence first and then contact Barbara Polk to give her the details so that they can be placed accurately in the Bulletin. If the list of names is long, please call Father to explain the order in which you would like them. 

Today's bulletin is sponsored by the Polk Family, in honor and to celebrate family events during the month of July: Birthdays: Craig Polk -7/1, Alexandra Polk-7/6, Barbara Polk-7/16; Anniversary: Craig & Laura Polk-7/28. Congratulations! Many blessed years! 

If you wish to sponsor the Bulletin or Coffee Hour, please contact Barbara Polk for the Bulletin and both Donna Betza and Barbara in regard to Coffee. 

Pirogues are back on sale! Please speak to Donna Betza if you would like to purchase some.

Hello Sisterhood of St. Barbara Members and all parishioners:

We held our Sisterhood meeting on Sunday, 5/22/2022 and wanted to update you as to the current leadership situation.

Time flies and the members in the leadership positions have ended their terms but the current people have politely continued in their roles to keep the Sisterhood active and engaged with the church.

But the time has come now where new leadership must be accepted as outlined in our bylaws that we follow.

Every female member of the church is automatically a member of the Sisterhood of St. Barbara.

Some are more active and participating than others but this then gives everyone the opportunity and chance to participate now and in the future as all are welcomed.  

Following are the leadership positions that need to be filled for a 2 year term:

President

Vice President

Secretary

Treasurer

The Sisterhood of St. Barbara is a strong organization that has been built over many years by previous members and leaders and continues to thrive.  We follow in their footsteps as the organization takes it to another level of support to the Church.

We are asking all female congregates to consider accepting a position of leadership that you choose as you will find it very fulfilling as others before have found as well.

All are here to support the new leadership and welcome you to ask for our advice and direction in your new role.

We thank you ahead for your time and consideration in directing this organization in the near future. Please do not hesitate to contact me at my cell # (973-333-1015) if you have any questions.  Thank you. 

In Christ,

Sharon Koribanics

President – Sisterhood of St. Barbara

SUNDAY, JUNE 26                                                        TONE 1

2^nd Sunday after Pentecost

All Saints of America

At the Prayer of Fervent Supplication (Green Liturgical Books pp. 35)

Priest: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, and salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine.  Again we pray for a cessation of violence in Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy. Response: Lord, have mercy. (3)

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Judith Telep, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Peter Pruzinsky & Randy Howard.

Priest: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine.  Again we pray for a cessation of the hostilities against Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy. Response: Lord, have mercy. (3) 

Concluding Prayer by Father:

O Lord Jesus Christ, King of Glory, Ruler of heaven and earth, look down with Thy merciful eye upon the peoples of Ukraine in this painful hour of conflict and suffering. Deliver them from all enemies both visible and invisible.  As the Supreme Ruler and source of all justice and truth, grant protection to all.  Guide and enlighten those in authority; bestow the desire for peace and fraternal love in the hearts of all citizens; sprinkle with love the withered hearts of those bearing the thorns of pride, hatred, malice, enmity, cunning and other iniquities.  May all grow with a burning love for Thee, and for one another, desiring to live in peace and concord.  Grant consolation and comfort to those uprooted from their homes and suffering untold tribulations. May guardian angels watch over all soldiers as they perform their sacred duty.  Grant the peace that comes from up above to Thy Church and to the Orthodox Christians of Russia and Ukraine and to all peoples in this time of grievous affliction.  For to Thee belong all glory, honor and worship, together with Thy Father Who is without beginning and Thine All Holy and Life-Giving Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen. 

Elija Espaillat will receive his First Communion this morning. Please allow him & his sponsor, Barbara Polk, to come up first.

Synaxis of the Saints of North America

Commemorated on June 26

On the second Sunday after Pentecost, each local Orthodox Church commemorates all the saints, known and unknown, who have shone forth in its territory. Accordingly, the Orthodox Church in America remembers the saints of North America on this day.

Saints of all times, and in every country are seen as the fulfillment of God’s promise to redeem fallen humanity. Their example encourages us to “lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily besets us” and to “run with patience the race that is set before us” (Hebrews 12:1). The saints of North America also teach us how we should live, and what we must expect to endure as Christians

Although it is a relatively young church, the Orthodox Church in America has produced saints in nearly all of the six major categories of saints: Apostles (and Equals of the Apostles); Martyrs (and Confessors); Prophets; Hierarchs; Monastic Saints; and the Righteous. Prophets, of course, lived in Old Testament times and predicted the coming of Christ.

The first Divine Liturgy in what is now American territory (northern latitude 58 degrees, 14 minutes, western longitude 141 degrees) was celebrated on July 20, 1741, the Feast of the Prophet Elias, aboard the ship Peter under the command of Vitus Bering. Hieromonk Hilarion Trusov and the priest Ignatius Kozirevsky served together on that occasion. Several years later, the Russian merchant Gregory I. Shelikov visited Valaam monastery, suggesting to the abbot that it would be desirable to send missionaries to Russian America.

On September 24, 1794, after a journey of 7,327 miles (the longest missionary journey in Orthodox history) and 293 days, a group of monks from Valaam arrived on Kodiak Island in Alaska. The mission was headed by Archimandrite Joasaph, and included Hieromonks Juvenal, Macarius, and Athanasius, the Hierodeacons Nectarius and Stephen, and the monks Herman and Joasaph. Saint Herman of Alaska (December 13, August 9), the last surviving member of the mission, fell asleep in the Lord in 1837.

Throughout the Church’s history, the seeds of faith have always been watered by the blood of the martyrs. The Protomartyr Juvenal was killed near Lake Iliamna by natives in 1799, thus becoming the first Orthodox Christian to shed his blood for Christ in the New World. In 1816, Saint Peter the Aleut was put to death by Spanish missionaries in California when he refused to convert to Roman Catholicism.

Missionary efforts continued in the nineteenth century, with outreach to the native peoples of Alaska. Two of the most prominent laborers in Christ’s Vineyard were Saint Innocent Veniaminov (March 31 and October 6) and Saint Jacob Netsvetov (July 26), who translated Orthodox services and books into the native languages. Father Jacob Netsvetev died in Sitka in 1864 after a life of devoted service to the Church. Father John Veniaminov, after his wife’s death, received monastic tonsure with the name Innocent. He died in 1879 as the Metropolitan of Moscow.

As the nineteenth century was drawing to a close, an event of enormous significance for the North American Church took place. On March 25, 1891, Bishop Vladimir went to Minneapolis to receive Saint Alexis Toth (May 7) and 361 of his parishioners into the Orthodox Church. This was the beginning of the return of many Uniates to Orthodoxy.

Saint Tikhon (Bellavin), the future Patriarch of Moscow (April 7, October 9), came to America as bishop of the diocese of the Aleutians and Alaska in September 1898. As the only Orthodox bishop on the continent, Saint Tikhon traveled extensively throughout North America in order to minister to his widely scattered and diverse flock. He realized that the local church here could not be a permanent extension of the Russian Church. Therefore, he focused his efforts on giving the American Church a diocesan and parish structure which would help it mature and grow.

Saint Tikhon returned to Russia in 1907, and was elected as Patriarch of Moscow ten years later. He died in 1925, and for many years his exact burial place remained unknown. Saint Tikhon’s grave was discovered on February 22, 1992 in the smaller cathedral of Our Lady of the Don in the Don Monastery when a fire made renovation of the church necessary.

Saint Raphael of Brooklyn (February 27) was the first Orthodox bishop to be consecrated in North America. Archimandrite Raphael Hawaweeny was consecrated by Bishop Tikhon and Bishop Innocent (Pustynsky) at Saint Nicholas Cathedral in New York on March 13, 1904. As Bishop of Brooklyn, Saint Raphael was a trusted and capable assistant to Saint Tikhon in his archpastoral ministry. Saint Raphael reposed on February 27, 1915.

The first All American Council took place March 5-7, 1907 at Mayfield, PA, and the main topic was “How to expand the mission.” Guidelines and directions for missionary activity, and statutes for the administrative structure of parishes were also set forth.

In the twentieth century, in the aftermath of the Russian Revolution, countless men, women, and children received the crown of martyrdom rather than renounce Christ. Saints John Kochurov (October 31) and Alexander Hotovitzky (December 4 and August 7) both served the Church in North America before going back to Russia. Saint John became the first clergyman to be martyred in Russia on October 31, 1917 in Saint Petersburg. Saint Alexander Hotovitzky, who served in America until 1914, was killed in 1937.

In addition to the saints listed above, we also honor those saints who are known only to God, and have not been recognized officially by the Church. As we contemplate the lives of these saints, let us remember that we are also called by God to a life of holiness.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Saturday’s Great Vespers & Sunday’s Divine Liturgy are being live-streamed this weekend.

Welcome to our visitors and to those who are returning for the first time since the start of the pandemic. It is good to see you! 

The Parish Council will be sworn in at the end of Divine Liturgy. We thank them for their dedication and service to the parish. 

There will be a 40 Day Memorial Service today for Marilyn Ortmann, requested by her daughters & Son-in-law, Erica Ortmann & Vanessa & Michael Sabbagh. 

We continue the fast of Sts. Peter & Paul until June 29th. Please check your church wall calendars for details.

When requesting a Memorial Service, please speak to Father Terence first and then contact Barbara Polk to give her the details so that they can be placed accurately in the Bulletin. If the list of names is long, please call Father to explain the order in which you would like them. 

If you wish to sponsor the Bulletin or Coffee Hour, please contact Barbara Polk for the Bulletin and both Donna Betza and Barbara in regard to Coffee. 

Pirogues are back on sale! Please speak to Donna Betza if you would like to purchase some.

Dates to Remember:

• Today, June 26th at the end of Divine Liturgy: Swearing in of the Parish Council
• Sunday, June 26th @ 6:00 PM: Distinguished Diocesan Benefactors at Holy Trinity Church, Randolph, NJ. Please see Bulletin Board or the Diocesan Website (nynjoca.org) for details.
• Tuesday, June 28th. @ :
• 6:00 PM Vespers for Sts. Peter & Paul
• 7:00 PM: Parish Council meeting in the Conference Room
• Wednesday, June 29th @ 10:00 AM: Divine Liturgy for Sts. Peter & Paul
• Sunday, July 3rd.—Friday, July 8th: Family Week for St. Andrew’s Diocesan Camp. Please see Bulletin Board & Diocesan Website (nynjoca.org) for details.

SUNDAY, JUNE 19                                   TONE 8

1^st Sunday after Pentecost

All Saints

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Judith Telep, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter, Peter Pruzinsky & Randy Howard.

Priest: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine.  Again we pray for a cessation of the hostilities against Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy. Response: Lord, have mercy. (3) 

Concluding Prayer by Father:

O Lord Jesus Christ, King of Glory, Ruler of heaven and earth, look down with Thy merciful eye upon the peoples of Ukraine in this painful hour of conflict and suffering. Deliver them from all enemies both visible and invisible.  As the Supreme Ruler and source of all justice and truth, grant protection to all.  Guide and enlighten those in authority; bestow the desire for peace and fraternal love in the hearts of all citizens; sprinkle with love the withered hearts of those bearing the thorns of pride, hatred, malice, enmity, cunning and other iniquities.  May all grow with a burning love for Thee, and for one another, desiring to live in peace and concord.  Grant consolation and comfort to those uprooted from their homes and suffering untold tribulations. May guardian angels watch over all soldiers as they perform their sacred duty.  Grant the peace that comes from up above to Thy Church and to the Orthodox Christians of Russia and Ukraine and to all peoples in this time of grievous affliction.  For to Thee belong all glory, honor and worship, together with Thy Father Who is without beginning and Thine All Holy and Life-Giving Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please remember in your prayers, Mary Ellen Slivinsky, who Fell Asleep in the Lord on June 10th., 2022. 

We are very happy to announce that three children were baptized yesterday. They & their Godparents were:

• Elijah Espaillat. Godparents: Barbara & Craig Polk
• Mary (Mya) Russo. Godparents: Gregory & Vera Focarino
• Matthew Russo. Godparents: Kevin Shermock & June Fejko

They will receive their First Communions today with their Godparents. Please allow them to receive first. They are the children of Matthew & Arleen Russo. Congratulations & many blessed years! 

Saturday’s Great Vespers & Sunday’s Divine Liturgy are being live-streamed this weekend.

Welcome to our visitors and to those who are returning for the first time since the start of the pandemic. It is good to see you!

We begin the fast of Sts. Peter & Paul tomorrow. Please check your wall calendars for details. 

When requesting a Memorial Service, please speak to Father Terence first and then contact Barbara Polk to give her the details so that they can be placed accurately in the Bulletin. If the list of names is long, please call Father to explain the order in which you would like them.

If you wish to sponsor the Bulletin or Coffee Hour, please contact Barbara Polk for the Bulletin and both Donna Betza and Barbara in regard to Coffee. 

We are happy to announce that a new fence has replaced the former one on the eastern side of the parish parking lot. The fence was paid for by the next door neighbors. Thank you to those members of Parish Council who coordinated with them to enable the work to be done. 

Pirogues are back on sale! Please speak to Donna Betza if you would like to purchase some.

Dates to Remember:

• Today, June 19th during Divine Liturgy: First Communion of Elijah, (Mary) Mya & Matthew Russo.
• Sunday, June 26th at the end of Divine Liturgy: Swearing in of the Parish Council
• Sunday, June 26th @ 6:00 PM: Distinguished Diocesan Benefactors at Holy Trinity Church, Randolph, NJ. Please see Bulletin Board or the Diocesan Website (nynjoca.org) for details.
• Tuesday, June 28th. @ :
• 6:00 PM Vespers for Sts. Peter & Paul
• 7:00 PM: Parish Council meeting in the Conference Room
• Wednesday, June 29th @ 10:00 AM: Divine Liturgy for Sts. Peter & Paul
• Sunday, July 3rd.—Friday, July 8th: Family Week for St. Andrew’s Diocesan Camp. Please see Bulletin Board & Diocesan Website (nynjoca.org) for details.

Hello Sisterhood of St. Barbara Members and all parishioners:

We held our Sisterhood meeting on Sunday, 5/22/2022 and wanted to update you as to the current leadership situation.

Time flies and the members in the leadership positions have ended their terms but the current people have politely continued in their roles to keep the Sisterhood active and engaged with the church.

But the time has come now where new leadership must be accepted as outlined in our bylaws that we follow.

Every female member of the church is automatically a member of the Sisterhood of St. Barbara.

Some are more active and participating than others but this then gives everyone the opportunity and chance to participate now and in the future as all are welcomed.  

Following are the leadership positions that need to be filled for a 2 year term:

President

Vice President

Secretary

Treasurer

The Sisterhood of St. Barbara is a strong organization that has been built over many years by previous members and leaders and continues to thrive.  We follow in their footsteps as the organization takes it to another level of support to the Church.

We are asking all female congregates to consider accepting a position of leadership that you choose as you will find it very fulfilling as others before have found as well.

All are here to support the new leadership and welcome you to ask for our advice and direction in your new role.

We thank you ahead for your time and consideration in directing this organization in the near future. Please do not hesitate to contact me at my cell # (973-333-1015) if you have any questions.  Thank you. 

In Christ,

Sharon Koribanics

President – Sisterhood of St. Barbara

SUNDAY, JUNE 12                                          TONE 7

8^th Sunday of Pascha

Holy Pentecost – Feast of the Holy Trinity

At the Prayer of Fervent Supplication (Green Liturgical Books pp. 35)

Priest: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, and salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine. Again we pray for a cessation of violence in Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy. Response: Lord, have mercy. (3) 

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz,  Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Judith Telep, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter & Peter Pruzinsky.

Priest: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine. Deliver them from all enemies both visible and invisible.  As the Supreme Ruler and source of all justice and truth, grant protection to all.  Guide and enlighten those in authority; bestow the desire for peace and fraternal love in the hearts of all citizens; sprinkle with love the withered hearts of those bearing the thorns of pride, hatred, malice, enmity, cunning and other iniquities.  May all grow with a burning love for Thee, and for one another, desiring to live in peace and concord.  Grant consolation and comfort to those uprooted from their homes and suffering untold tribulations. May guardian angels watch over all soldiers as they perform their sacred duty.  Grant the peace that comes from up above to Thy Church and to the Orthodox Christians of Russia and Ukraine and to all peoples in this time of grievous affliction.  For to Thee belong all glory, honor and worship, together with Thy Father Who is without beginning and Thine All Holy and Life-Giving Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.

Announcements

Saturdays Great Vespers and Sunday’s Divine Liturgy continue to be live-streamed. 

Welcome to our visitors and to those who are returning for the first time since the start of the pandemic. It is good to see you! 

If you wish to sponsor the Bulletin or Coffee Hour, please contact Barbara Polk for the Bulletin and both Donna Betza and Barbara in regard to Coffee. 

Thank you to those Parish Council members who set up & attended the recent Diocesan Parish Council Conference that we hosted. They were: Gregory Focarino, Donna Betza & Barbara Polk. Thank you also to Ludmilla Di Lanni & Joyce Telep who help with the food.

Pirogis are back on sale! Please speak to Donna Betza if you would like to purchase some.

We are very happy to announce that three children will be baptized this Saturday, June 18th. They & their Godparents are:

• Elijah Espaillat. Godparents: Barbara & Craig Polk
• Mary (Mya) Russo. Godparents: Gregory & Vera Focarino
• Matthew Russo. Godparents: Kevin Shermock & June Fejko

There will be a rehearsal on Friday Evening @ 7:00 PM. Please speak to Father Terence if this time is not suitable.

Thank you to Anthony Ersalesi and Donna Betza for the research and procurement, and oversight of the installation, inspection, and certification of our new fire alarm system.  They both spent many hours communicating with city officials and the vendor, and coming to the church numerous times to allow access.  Special thanks to Joseph Koribanics for your efforts to ensure the necessary inspectors were responsive to our time constraints, as not to impair our tenant’s ability to utilize the space.  More importantly, all your efforts will mitigate catastrophic fire damage to our beloved Church, and most importantly, they will help to keep its occupants safer.  May God bless you and grant you many years!

Hello Sisterhood of St. Barbara Members and all parishioners:

We held our Sisterhood meeting on Sunday, 5/22/2022 and wanted to update you as to the current leadership situation. Time flies and the members in the leadership positions have ended their terms but the current people have politely continued in their roles to keep the Sisterhood active and engaged with the church. But the time has come now where new leadership must be accepted as outlined in our bylaws that we follow.

Every female member of the church is automatically a member of the Sisterhood of St. Barbara.

Some are more active and participating than others but this then gives everyone the opportunity and chance to participate now and in the future as all are welcomed.

Following are the leadership positions that need to be filled for a 2 year term:

President

Vice President

Secretary

Treasurer

The Sisterhood of St. Barbara is a strong organization that has been built over many years by previous members and leaders and continues to thrive.  We follow in their footsteps as the organization takes it to another level of support to the Church.

We are asking all female congregates to consider accepting a position of leadership that you choose as you will find it very fulfilling as others before have found as well. All are here to support the new leadership and welcome you to ask for our advice and direction in your new role.

We thank you ahead for your time and consideration in directing this organization in the near future. Please do not hesitate to contact me at my cell # (973-333-1015) if you have any questions.  Thank you. 

In Christ,

Sharon Koribanics

President – Sisterhood of St. Barbara 

Dates to Remember:

• Wednesday, June 15th @ 7:00 PM: Bible Study
• Saturday, June 18th @ 10:30 AM: Baptism of Elijah (11), Mya (5) & Matthew (4) Russo in Church
• Sunday, June 19th during Divine Liturgy: First Communion of Elijah, Mya & Matthew Russo
• Sunday, June 19th after Divine Liturgy: recognition of church school students & teachers
• Sunday, June 26th at the end of Divine Liturgy: Swearing in of the Parish Council
• Sunday, June 26th @ 6:00 PM: Distinguished Diocesan Benefactors at Holy Trinity Church, Randolph, NJ. Please see Bulletin Board or the Diocesan Website (nynjoca.org) for details.
• Tuesday, June 28th @ 6:30 PM: Parish Council meeting in the Conference Room
• Sunday, July 3rd.—Friday, July 8th: Family Week for St. Andrew’s Diocesan Camp. Please see Bulletin Board & Diocesan Website (nynjoca.org) for details.

SUNDAY, JUNE 5                                            TONE 6

7^th Sunday of Pascha

Holy Fathers of the First Ecumenical Council

Afterfeast of the Ascension

At the Prayer of Fervent Supplication (Green Liturgical Books pp. 35)

Priest: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, and salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine.  Again we pray for a cessation of violence in Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy.Response: Lord, have mercy. (3)

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sister Cecila (New Skete; Covid) Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Judith Telep, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter & Peter Pruzinsky.

Priest: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine.  Again we pray for a cessation of the hostilities against Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy.

Response: Lord, have mercy. (3) 

Concluding Prayer by Father:

O Lord Jesus Christ, King of Glory, Ruler of heaven and earth, look down with Thy merciful eye upon the peoples of Ukraine in this painful hour of conflict and suffering. Deliver them from all enemies both visible and invisible.  As the Supreme Ruler and source of all justice and truth, grant protection to all.  Guide and enlighten those in authority; bestow the desire for peace and fraternal love in the hearts of all citizens; sprinkle with love the withered hearts of those bearing the thorns of pride, hatred, malice, enmity, cunning and other iniquities.  May all grow with a burning love for Thee, and for one another, desiring to live in peace and concord.  Grant consolation and comfort to those uprooted from their homes and suffering untold tribulations. May guardian angels watch over all soldiers as they perform their sacred duty.  Grant the peace that comes from up above to Thy Church and to the Orthodox Christians of Russia and Ukraine and to all peoples in this time of grievous affliction.  For to Thee belong all glory, honor and worship, together with Thy Father Who is without beginning and Thine All Holy and Life-Giving Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen. 

Statement on the tragic school shooting in Texas

Metropolitan Tikhon. Wednesday, May 25th., 2022

Yesterday, we witnessed, once again, another instance of terrible and absurd evil perpetrated against the most vulnerable of God’s beloved people: our children. We are filled with sadness and grief at the death of the many children, teachers, as well as those wounded in this tragic shooting at the Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas.

I exhort all the monastics, clergy, and faithful of the Orthodox Church in America to keep all those affected by this horrible event in their fervent prayers invoking our Lord, God, and Savior Jesus Christ to grant comfort and peace to the afflicted families. It is in these especially tragic moments that we see more clearly why our Savior comes to us as the suffering servant, “a man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief” (Isa. 53:3). Our Lord suffers with us so that He can also give us comfort and hope.

Although the young man who committed this atrocious act seems to have acted alone, we must acknowledge that any manifestation of violence is also a product of a world which all too often cherishes violence in its many forms. As Christians, we must always oppose any and all forms of violence giving instead that example that our Lord Himself gives us; one of meekness, gentleness, self-sacrifice, love, and patience.

There is no more heart-wrenching occasion than for a parent to lose one’s child. I pray that our merciful Lord gives strength and hope to those parents who are now facing their darkest hour. May all who are grieving look towards the great day of the Lord when Christ will “wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning nor crying nor pain any more, for the former things have passed away” (Rev 21:4).

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Saturday’s Great Vespers & Sunday’s Divine Liturgy are being live-streamed this weekend.

Welcome to our visitors and to those who are returning for the first time since the start of the pandemic. It is good to see you!

When requesting a Memorial Service, please speak to Father Terence first and then contact Barbara Polk to give her the details so that they can be placed accurately in the Bulletin. If the list of names is long, please call Father to explain the order in which you would like them.

If you wish to sponsor the Bulletin or Coffee Hour, please contact Barbara Polk for the Bulletin and both Donna Betza and Barbara in regard to Coffee.

Thank you to those Parish Council members who set up for yesterday’s Diocesan Parish Council Conference that we hosted. Thank you also to those who attended.

Pirogues are back on sale! Please speak to Donna Betza if you would like to purchase some.

Dates to Remember:

• Saturday, June 18th 10:30 AM: Baptism of Elijah (11), Mya (5) & Matthew (4) Russo in Church
• Sunday, June 19th during Divine Liturgy: First Communion of Elijah, Mya & Matthew Russo.
• Sunday, June 26th at the end of Divine Liturgy: Swearing in of the Parish Council
• Tuesday, June 28th @ 6:30 PM: Parish Council meeting in the Conference Room
• Sunday, July 3rd.—Friday, July 8th: Family Week for St. Andrew’s Diocesan Camp. Please see Bulletin Board & Diocesan Website (nynjoca.org) for details.
• Sunday, June 26th @ 6:00 PM: Distinguished Diocesan Benefactors at Holy Trinity Church, Randolph, NJ. Please see Bulletin Board or the Diocesan Website (nynjoca.org) for details.

Hello Sisterhood of St. Barbara Members and all parishioners:

We held our Sisterhood meeting on Sunday, 5/22/2022 and wanted to update you as to the current leadership situation.

Time flies and the members in the leadership positions have ended their terms but the current people have politely continued in their roles to keep the Sisterhood active and engaged with the church.

But the time has come now where new leadership must be accepted as outlined in our bylaws that we follow.

Every female member of the church is automatically a member of the Sisterhood of St. Barbara.

Some are more active and participating than others but this then gives everyone the opportunity and chance to participate now and in the future as all are welcomed.  

Following are the leadership positions that need to be filled for a 2 year term:

President

Vice President

Secretary

Treasurer

The Sisterhood of St. Barbara is a strong organization that has been built over many years by previous members and leaders and continues to thrive.  We follow in their footsteps as the organization takes it to another level of support to the Church.

We are asking all female congregates to consider accepting a position of leadership that you choose as you will find it very fulfilling as others before have found as well.

All are here to support the new leadership and welcome you to ask for our advice and direction in your new role.

We thank you ahead for your time and consideration in directing this organization in the near future. Please do not hesitate to contact me at my cell # (973-333-1015) if you have any questions.  Thank you. 

In Christ,

Sharon Koribanics

President – Sisterhood of St. Barbara

SUNDAY, MAY 29                                              TONE 5

6^th Sunday after Pascha

Blind Man

At the Prayer of Fervent Supplication (Green Liturgical Books pp. 35)

Priest: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, and salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine.  Again we pray for a cessation of violence in Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy. Response: Lord, have mercy. (3)

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sister Cecila (New Skete; Covid) Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Judith Telep, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter & Peter Pruzinsky.

Priest: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine.  Again we pray for a cessation of the hostilities against Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy. Response: Lord, have mercy. (3)

Concluding Prayer by Father:

O Lord Jesus Christ, King of Glory, Ruler of heaven and earth, look down with Thy merciful eye upon the peoples of Ukraine in this painful hour of conflict and suffering. Deliver them from all enemies both visible and invisible.  As the Supreme Ruler and source of all justice and truth, grant protection to all.  Guide and enlighten those in authority; bestow the desire for peace and fraternal love in the hearts of all citizens; sprinkle with love the withered hearts of those bearing the thorns of pride, hatred, malice, enmity, cunning and other iniquities.  May all grow with a burning love for Thee, and for one another, desiring to live in peace and concord.  Grant consolation and comfort to those uprooted from their homes and suffering untold tribulations. May guardian angels watch over all soldiers as they perform their sacred duty.  Grant the peace that comes from up above to Thy Church and to the Orthodox Christians of Russia and Ukraine and to all peoples in this time of grievous affliction.  For to Thee belong all glory, honor and worship, together with Thy Father Who is without beginning and Thine All Holy and Life-Giving Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.

Statement on the tragic school shooting in Texas

Metropolitan Tikhon. Wednesday, May 25th., 2022

Yesterday, we witnessed, once again, another instance of terrible and absurd evil perpetrated against the most vulnerable of God’s beloved people: our children. We are filled with sadness and grief at the death of the many children, teachers, as well as those wounded in this tragic shooting at the Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas.

I exhort all the monastics, clergy, and faithful of the Orthodox Church in America to keep all those affected by this horrible event in their fervent prayers invoking our Lord, God, and Savior Jesus Christ to grant comfort and peace to the afflicted families. It is in these especially tragic moments that we see more clearly why our Savior comes to us as the suffering servant, “a man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief” (Isa. 53:3). Our Lord suffers with us so that He can also give us comfort and hope.

Although the young man who committed this atrocious act seems to have acted alone, we must acknowledge that any manifestation of violence is also a product of a world which all too often cherishes violence in its many forms. As Christians, we must always oppose any and all forms of violence giving instead that example that our Lord Himself gives us; one of meekness, gentleness, self-sacrifice, love, and patience.

There is no more heart-wrenching occasion than for a parent to lose one’s child. I pray that our merciful Lord gives strength and hope to those parents who are now facing their darkest hour. May all who are grieving look towards the great day of the Lord when Christ will “wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning nor crying nor pain any more, for the former things have passed away” (Rev 21:4).

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Saturday’s Great Vespers & Sunday’s Divine Liturgy are being live-streamed this weekend.

Welcome to our visitors and to those who are returning for the first time since the start of the pandemic. It is good to see you!

Today, a Memorial Service will be held for the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice by losing their lives when serving in the U.S. military. Memory Eternal! See attached plaque. Thank you to John Opuda & those who helped him compile their names.

When requesting a Memorial Service, please speak to Father Terence first and then contact Barbara Polk to give her the details so that they can be placed accurately in the Bulletin. If the list of names is long, please call Father to explain the order in which you would like them.

If you wish to sponsor the Bulletin or Coffee Hour, please contact Barbara Polk for the Bulletin and both Donna Betza and Barbara in regard to Coffee.

Dates to Remember:

• Sunday, May 22nd: a Sisterhood of St. Barbara Meeting will be held in the Conference Room after Coffee Hour.
• Wednesday, June 1st @ 6:00 PM: Great Vespers for the Ascension. Bible Study to follow
• Thursday, June 2nd @ 10:00 AM: Divine Liturgy for the Ascension
• Saturday, June 4th: Diocesan Parish Council Conference hosted by Holy Assumption parish. Please see flyer on Bulletin Board for details.

SUNDAY, MAY 22                                                             TONE 4

5^th Sunday of Pascha

Samaritan Woman

At the Prayer of Fervent Supplication (Green Liturgical Books pp. 35)

Priest: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, and salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine.  Again we pray for a cessation of violence in Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy. Response: Lord, have mercy. (3)

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Metropolitan Tikhon (Covid), Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Judith Telep, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter & Peter Pruzinsky.

Priest: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine.  Again we pray for a cessation of the hostilities against Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy. Response: Lord, have mercy. (3) 

Concluding Prayer by Father:

O Lord Jesus Christ, King of Glory, Ruler of heaven and earth, look down with Thy merciful eye upon the peoples of Ukraine in this painful hour of conflict and suffering. Deliver them from all enemies both visible and invisible.  As the Supreme Ruler and source of all justice and truth, grant protection to all.  Guide and enlighten those in authority; bestow the desire for peace and fraternal love in the hearts of all citizens; sprinkle with love the withered hearts of those bearing the thorns of pride, hatred, malice, enmity, cunning and other iniquities.  May all grow with a burning love for Thee, and for one another, desiring to live in peace and concord.  Grant consolation and comfort to those uprooted from their homes and suffering untold tribulations. May guardian angels watch over all soldiers as they perform their sacred duty.  Grant the peace that comes from up above to Thy Church and to the Orthodox Christians of Russia and Ukraine and to all peoples in this time of grievous affliction.  For to Thee belong all glory, honor and worship, together with Thy Father Who is without beginning and Thine All Holy and Life-Giving Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Saturday’s Great Vespers & Sunday’s Divine Liturgy are being live-streamed this weekend.

Welcome to our visitors and to those who are returning for the first time since the start of the pandemic. It is good to see you!

Today, a Memorial Service will be held for: Gregory Betza, requested by Lori Udina & Family.

Next Sunday, May 29^th in Memory of the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice by losing their lives when serving in the U.S. military. Memory Eternal! 

When requesting a Memorial Service, please speak to Father Terence first and then contact Barbara Polk to give her the details so that they can be placed accurately in the Bulletin. If the list of names is long, please call Father to explain the order in which you would like them.

Today's bulletin is sponsored by the Polk Family in honor of CJ (Craig, Jr.) Polk who will celebrate his 7th birthday this Thursday, May 26th. Happy Birthday! May God grant you many blessed years!

If you wish to sponsor the Bulletin or Coffee Hour, please contact Barbara Polk for the Bulletin and both Donna Betza and Barbara in regard to Coffee. 

Dates to Remember:

• Sunday, May 22nd: a Sisterhood of St. Barbara Meeting will be held in the Conference Room after Coffee Hour.
• Wednesday, May 25th: re-commencement of weekly Bible Study
• Saturday, June 4th: Diocesan Parish Council Conference hosted by Holy Assumption parish

SUNDAY, MAY 15, 2022                                TONE 3

4^th Sunday of Pascha

Sunday of the Paralytic

At the Prayer of Fervent Supplication (Green Liturgical Books pp. 35)

Priest: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, and salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine.  Again we pray for a cessation of violence in Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy. Response: Lord, have mercy. (3)

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Judith Telep, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter & Peter Pruzinsky.

Priest: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine.  Again we pray for a cessation of the hostilities against Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy. Response: Lord, have mercy. (3)

Concluding Prayer by Father:

O Lord Jesus Christ, King of Glory, Ruler of heaven and earth, look down with Thy merciful eye upon the peoples of Ukraine in this painful hour of conflict and suffering. Deliver them from all enemies both visible and invisible.  As the Supreme Ruler and source of all justice and truth, grant protection to all.  Guide and enlighten those in authority; bestow the desire for peace and fraternal love in the hearts of all citizens; sprinkle with love the withered hearts of those bearing the thorns of pride, hatred, malice, enmity, cunning and other iniquities.  May all grow with a burning love for Thee, and for one another, desiring to live in peace and concord.  Grant consolation and comfort to those uprooted from their homes and suffering untold tribulations. May guardian angels watch over all soldiers as they perform their sacred duty.  Grant the peace that comes from up above to Thy Church and to the Orthodox Christians of Russia and Ukraine and to all peoples in this time of grievous affliction.  For to Thee belong all glory, honor and worship, together with Thy Father Who is without beginning and Thine All Holy and Life-Giving Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Saturday’s Great Vespers & Sunday’s Divine Liturgy are being live-streamed this weekend.

Welcome to our visitors and to those who are returning for the first time since the start of the pandemic. It is good to see you!

Next Sunday, there will be a Memorial Service for: Gregory Betza, requested by Lori Udina & Family. 

When requesting a Memorial Service, please speak to Father Terence first and then contact Barbara Polk to give her the details so that they can be placed accurately in the Bulletin. If the list of names is long, please call Father to explain the order in which you would like them.

If you wish to sponsor the Bulletin or Coffee Hour, please contact Barbara Polk for the Bulletin and both Donna Betza and Barbara in regard to Coffee.

Dates to Remember:

• Today, May 15th.: the Annual Parish Meeting in the Parish Hall after Coffee Hour
• Saturday, May 21st @ 7:00 PM: IOCC’s charity event: A Taste of North Jersey at our Parish Hall, preceded by Great Vespers @ 6:00 PM. Please flyer on Bulletin Board for details.
• Sunday, May 22nd: a Sisterhood of St. Barbara Meeting will be held in the Conference Room after Coffee Hour.
• Wednesday, May 25th: re-commencement of weekly Bible Study
• Saturday, June 4th: Diocesan Parish Council Conference hosted by Holy Assumption parish

SUNDAY, MAY 8                                                    TONE 2

3^rd Sunday of Pascha

Holy Myrrhbearing Women

Holy Apostle and Evangelist John the Theologian

At the Prayer of Fervent Supplication (Green Liturgical Books pp. 35)

Priest: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, and salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine.  Again we pray for a cessation of violence in Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy. Response: Lord, have mercy. (3)

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Judith Telep, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter & Peter Pruzinsky. 

Priest: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine.  Again we pray for a cessation of the hostilities against Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy. Response: Lord, have mercy. (3) 

Concluding Prayer by Father:

O Lord Jesus Christ, King of Glory, Ruler of heaven and earth, look down with Thy merciful eye upon the peoples of Ukraine in this painful hour of conflict and suffering. Deliver them from all enemies both visible and invisible.  As the Supreme Ruler and source of all justice and truth, grant protection to all.  Guide and enlighten those in authority; bestow the desire for peace and fraternal love in the hearts of all citizens; sprinkle with love the withered hearts of those bearing the thorns of pride, hatred, malice, enmity, cunning and other iniquities.  May all grow with a burning love for Thee, and for one another, desiring to live in peace and concord.  Grant consolation and comfort to those uprooted from their homes and suffering untold tribulations. May guardian angels watch over all soldiers as they perform their sacred duty.  Grant the peace that comes from up above to Thy Church and to the Orthodox Christians of Russia and Ukraine and to all peoples in this time of grievous affliction.  For to Thee belong all glory, honor and worship, together with Thy Father Who is without beginning and Thine All Holy and Life-Giving Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.

Happy Mother’s Day!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Saturday’s Great Vespers & Sunday’s Divine Liturgy are being live-streamed this weekend.

Welcome to our visitors and to those who are returning for the first time since the start of the pandemic. It is good to see you!

Today, there will be a Memorial Service for:

• Peter Subtelny, requested by Matthew Subtelny
• Gregory Betza, requested by Peter & Jane Pruzinsky
• Olga Mulick, and Olga Surgent from Linda and Gregory Surgent and family.
• Douglas Davids (the Step-Father of Margarite Remsey) requested by the friends of Margarite at Assumption of the Holy Virgin Orthodox Church
• All our deceased mothers, grandmothers & great-grandmothers

May their Memories be Eternal! 

When requesting a Memorial Service, please speak to Father Terence first and then contact Barbara Polk to give her the details so that they can be placed accurately in the Bulletin. If the list of names is long, please call Father to explain the order in which you would like them.

This morning's Coffee Hour is sponsored by the Sisterhood of St. Barbara in honor of all the mothers, grandmothers, great-grandmothers, step-mothers, aunts and all the women in our lives this Mother's Day.   Hope you can join us at coffee hour and fellowship.

If you wish to sponsor the Bulletin or Coffee Hour, please contact Barbara Polk for the Bulletin and both Donna Betza and Barbara in regard to Coffee.

We are happy to announce that the profit for the Lenten Fund Raiser has been revised up to $1,407.53, thanks to a recent addition. Thank you, again, to everyone who helped, supported and participated in this fund raiser. 

Volunteers are needed to clean the Church. A sign-up sheet is available in the parish hall if you can help with cleaning the church. Please contact Donna Betza (973-303-7911) for information.

Dates to Remember:

• Saturday, May 14th @ 10:30 AM: blessing of graves at East Ridgelawn Cemetary
• Sunday, May 15th.: the Annual Parish Meeting in the Parish Hall after Coffee Hour
• Saturday, May 21st @ 7:00 PM: IOCC’s charity event: A Taste of North Jersey at our Parish Hall, preceded by Great Vespers @ 6:00 PM. Please flyer on Bulletin Board for details.
• Sunday, May 22nd: a Sisterhood of St. Barbara Meeting will be held in the Conference Room after Coffee Hour.
• Wednesday, May 25th: re-commencement of weekly Bible Study
• Saturday, June 4th: Diocesan Parish Council Conference hosted by Holy Assumption parish

SUNDAY, MAY 1st., 2022                                          TONE 1

Antipascha

2^nd Sunday of Pascha

St. Thomas Sunday

Priest: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, and salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine.  Again we pray for a cessation of violence in Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy. Response: Lord, have mercy. (3)

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Judith Telep, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter & Peter Pruzinsky. 

Priest: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine.  Again we pray for a cessation of the hostilities against Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy. Response: Lord, have mercy. (3) 

Concluding Prayer by Father:

O Lord Jesus Christ, King of Glory, Ruler of heaven and earth, look down with Thy merciful eye upon the peoples of Ukraine in this painful hour of conflict and suffering. Deliver them from all enemies both visible and invisible.  As the Supreme Ruler and source of all justice and truth, grant protection to all.  Guide and enlighten those in authority; bestow the desire for peace and fraternal love in the hearts of all citizens; sprinkle with love the withered hearts of those bearing the thorns of pride, hatred, malice, enmity, cunning and other iniquities.  May all grow with a burning love for Thee, and for one another, desiring to live in peace and concord.  Grant consolation and comfort to those uprooted from their homes and suffering untold tribulations. May guardian angels watch over all soldiers as they perform their sacred duty.  Grant the peace that comes from up above to Thy Church and to the Orthodox Christians of Russia and Ukraine and to all peoples in this time of grievous affliction.  For to Thee belong all glory, honor and worship, together with Thy Father Who is without beginning and Thine All Holy and Life-Giving Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Judith Telep, Marie Khoury, Anastasia St. Peter & Peter Pruzinsky. 

Priest: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine.  Again we pray for a cessation of the hostilities against Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy. Response: Lord, have mercy. (3) 

Concluding Prayer by Father:

O Lord Jesus Christ, King of Glory, Ruler of heaven and earth, look down with Thy merciful eye upon the peoples of Ukraine in this painful hour of conflict and suffering. Deliver them from all enemies both visible and invisible.  As the Supreme Ruler and source of all justice and truth, grant protection to all.  Guide and enlighten those in authority; bestow the desire for peace and fraternal love in the hearts of all citizens; sprinkle with love the withered hearts of those bearing the thorns of pride, hatred, malice, enmity, cunning and other iniquities.  May all grow with a burning love for Thee, and for one another, desiring to live in peace and concord.  Grant consolation and comfort to those uprooted from their homes and suffering untold tribulations. May guardian angels watch over all soldiers as they perform their sacred duty.  Grant the peace that comes from up above to Thy Church and to the Orthodox Christians of Russia and Ukraine and to all peoples in this time of grievous affliction.  For to Thee belong all glory, honor and worship, together with Thy Father Who is without beginning and Thine All Holy and Life-Giving Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Saturday’s Great Vespers & Sunday’s Divine Liturgy are being live-streamed this weekend.

Welcome to our visitors and to those who are returning for the first time since the start of the pandemic. It is good to see you!

Today, there will be a Memorial Service for

• Gregory Betza, requested by the Polk Family.
• Peter Subtelny, requested by Matthew Subtelny

May their Memories be Eternal!

Next Sunday, Mother’s Day: for all the departed mothers, grandmothers, great grandmothers, aunts, etc., and all the women in our lives.

When requesting a Memorial Service, please speak to Father Terence first and then contact Barbara Polk to give her the details so that they can be placed accurately in the Bulletin. If the list of names is long, please call Father to explain the order in which you would like them.

If you wish to sponsor the Bulletin or Coffee Hour, please contact Barbara Polk for the Bulletin and both Donna Betza and Barbara in regard to Coffee.

Craig Polk is happy to announce that there will be an Easter Egg Hunt this morning during Sunday School. Enjoy!

Volunteers are needed to clean the Church. A sign-up sheet is available in the parish hall if you can help with cleaning the church. Please contact Donna Betza (973-303-7911) for information.

Dates to Remember:

• Today, May 1st: Annual Easter Egg Hunt
• Saturday, May 14th @ 10:30 AM: blessing of graves at East Ridgelawn Cemetary
• Sunday, May 15th.: the Annual Parish Meeting in the Parish Hall after Coffee Hour
• Saturday, May 21st @ 7:00 PM: IOCC’s charity event: A Taste of North Jersey at our Parish Hall, preceded by Great Vespers @ 6:00 PM. Please flyer on Bulletin Board for details.
• Sunday, May 22nd: a Sisterhood of St. Barbara Meeting will be held in the Conference Room after Coffee Hour.

At the Prayer of Fervent Supplication (Green Liturgical Books pp. 37-38)

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Mary Ann Oselinsky, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, John Stein, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Judith Telep, Marie Khoury & Anastasia St. Peter. 

Priest: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, and salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine.  Again we pray for a cessation of violence in Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy. Response: Lord, have mercy. (3) 

Priest: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine.  Again we pray for a cessation of the hostilities against Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy. Response: Lord, have mercy. (3) 

Concluding Prayer by Father:

O Lord Jesus Christ, King of Glory, Ruler of heaven and earth, look down with Thy merciful eye upon the peoples of Ukraine in this painful hour of conflict and suffering. Deliver them from all enemies both visible and invisible.  As the Supreme Ruler and source of all justice and truth, grant protection to all.  Guide and enlighten those in authority; bestow the desire for peace and fraternal love in the hearts of all citizens; sprinkle with love the withered hearts of those bearing the thorns of pride, hatred, malice, enmity, cunning and other iniquities.  May all grow with a burning love for Thee, and for one another, desiring to live in peace and concord.  Grant consolation and comfort to those uprooted from their homes and suffering untold tribulations. May guardian angels watch over all soldiers as they perform their sacred duty.  Grant the peace that comes from up above to Thy Church and to the Orthodox Christians of Russia and Ukraine and to all peoples in this time of grievous affliction.  For to Thee belong all glory, honor and worship, together with Thy Father Who is without beginning and Thine All Holy and Life-Giving Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen. 

Prayer of St. Ephrem

O Lord and Master of my life, take from me the spirit of sloth, despair, lust of power, and idle talk.

But give rather the spirit of chastity, humility, patience, and love to Thy servant.

Yea, O Lord and King, grant me to see my own transgressions, and not to judge my brother, for blessed art Thou, unto ages of ages. Amen.

Statement on Ukraine

By the OCA Synod of Bishops

Witnessing the war of aggression waged by the Russian Federation against Ukraine and the consequent humanitarian crisis developing there, no Christian can remain impartial or lukewarm in the face of the suffering or remain silent when confronted with such evils as are being perpetrated. As such, we, the bishops of the Holy Synod of the Orthodox Church in America, condemn the war which is causing death and devastation affecting millions of innocent people. We particularly grieve the killing and violence committed by Orthodox Christians against other Orthodox Christians.

Orthodox Christians abhor all forms of aggression, repeating the condemnation of the holy prophets against all those who “make haste to shed innocent blood” (Is. 59:7). Joining our voice to that of other Christian leaders, who also decry the invasion of Ukraine, we call on the Russian authorities to end the hostilities. Furthermore, we exhort the international community to condemn the war against Ukraine and use all diplomatic means to achieve an expeditious resolution.

We proclaim our solidarity with the suffering Orthodox Christian brethren of Ukraine, with the entire Ukrainian people, and the civil and religious leaders who bear the responsibility of caring for their people at this time. In particular, we express our continuing support for His Beatitude Metropolitan Onufriy of Kyiv and the entire Ukrainian Orthodox Church.

We call the faithful of the Orthodox Church in America to join us in interceding on behalf of Ukraine, praying to our merciful God for an end to bloodshed, beseeching Him to comfort the afflicted, the displaced and wounded. We also beseech Him to bless Ukraine with peace, healing, and rebuilding. We are mindful of the hardships being borne by the people of Russia, many of whom oppose this war, and who are suffering the loss of loved ones sent to the front, economic ruin, and social damage.

The Holy Synod of Bishops affirms the letter sent by Metropolitan Tikhon to Patriarch Kirill, imploring His Holiness to do whatever possible to end the war in Ukraine and the suffering and death of countless victims.

As we celebrate this Third Sunday of Great Lent, the Sunday of the Exaltation of the Cross, which is the only weapon of peace, we beseech our flock and all people of goodwill to do whatever lies within their power to aid the suffering and war-displaced. Those to whom God has given the means: we urge you to make material contributions to assist those affected by the war, especially refugees, who now number in the millions. Finally, we remind all of the words of the Lord who tells us that, though we may have tribulation, we always find our peace in him who has overcome the world (John 16:33).

In the love of Jesus Christ, who is the Peace and Power of God,

The Holy Synod of the Orthodox Church in America

 ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Saturday’s Great Vespers & Sunday’s Divine Liturgy are being live-streamed this weekend. 

Welcome to our visitors and to those who are returning for the first time since the start of the pandemic. It is good to see you! 

Today, there will be a Memorial Service after Divine Liturgy for: Gregory Betza, requested by Anthony & Joan Ersalesi.

Next week for Gregory Betza, requested by Jerome & June Fejko & Family.

May their memories be eternal!

When requesting a Memorial Service, please speak to Father Terence first and then contact Barbara Polk to give her the details so that they can be placed accurately in the Bulletin. If the list of names is long, please call Father to explain the order in which you would like them. 

Today's bulletin is being sponsored by the Polk Family, in honor of family birthdays to be celebrated this month: for Laura Polk on April 5th and Charles Polk on April 22nd. Congratulations & Many Blessed Years! 

If you wish to sponsor the Bulletin or Coffee Hour, please contact Barbara Polk for the Bulletin and both Donna Betza and Barbara in regard to Coffee. 

Because of the popularity of the Lenten Fund Raiser Babka Bread & Nut Rolls, a second round of baking was held yesterday; Saturday, April 2nd.  If you are picking up your order this morning, please see Debbie Sancenito after Diving Liturgy during coffee hour. Thank you to all those who helped, supported and participated in this fund raiser for our parish. The profit will be announce as soon as all the figures are calculated. 

The Sisterhood of St. Barbara made a charitable donation of $200 to the OCA Financial Appeal for the Ukrainian Refugee Relief this past week.

Volunteers are needed to clean the Church. A sign-up sheet is available in the parish hall if you can help with cleaning the church. Please contact Donna Betza (973-303-7911) for information.

Dates to Remember:

• Divine Liturgy for Lazarus Saturday @ 10:00 AM. Note also that Pussy Willows will need to be collected before then for Palm Sunday.

At the Prayer of Fervent Supplication (Green Liturgical Books pp. 37-38)

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, John Stein, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Judith Telep, Marie Khoury & Anastasia St. Peter.

Priest: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, and salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine.  Again we pray for a cessation of violence in Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy. Response: Lord, have mercy. (3)

Priest: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine.  Again we pray for a cessation of the hostilities against Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy. Response: Lord, have mercy. (3) 

Concluding Prayer by Father:

O Lord Jesus Christ, King of Glory, Ruler of heaven and earth, look down with Thy merciful eye upon the peoples of Ukraine in this painful hour of conflict and suffering. Deliver them from all enemies both visible and invisible.  As the Supreme Ruler and source of all justice and truth, grant protection to all.  Guide and enlighten those in authority; bestow the desire for peace and fraternal love in the hearts of all citizens; sprinkle with love the withered hearts of those bearing the thorns of pride, hatred, malice, enmity, cunning and other iniquities.  May all grow with a burning love for Thee, and for one another, desiring to live in peace and concord.  Grant consolation and comfort to those uprooted from their homes and suffering untold tribulations. May guardian angels watch over all soldiers as they perform their sacred duty.  Grant the peace that comes from up above to Thy Church and to the Orthodox Christians of Russia and Ukraine and to all peoples in this time of grievous affliction.  For to Thee belong all glory, honor and worship, together with Thy Father Who is without beginning and Thine All Holy and Life-Giving Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.

Prayer of St. Ephrem

O Lord and Master of my life, take from me the spirit of sloth, despair, lust of power, and idle talk.

But give rather the spirit of chastity, humility, patience, and love to Thy servant.

Yea, O Lord and King, grant me to see my own transgressions, and not to judge my brother, for blessed art Thou, unto ages of ages. Amen.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

 Saturday’s Great Vespers & Sunday’s Divine Liturgy are being live-streamed this weekend. 

Welcome to our visitors and to those who are returning for the first time since the start of the pandemic. It is good to see you! 

Today, there will be a Memorial Service after Divine Liturgy for:

• Gregory Betza, requested by Helen Dolocheck & Family.
• Fred Ortmann, requested by Marilyn Ortmann 

Next Sunday for Gregory Betza, requested by Anthony & Joan Ersalesi. 

May their memories be eternal!

When requesting a Memorial Service, please speak to Father Terence first and then contact Barbara Polk to give her the details so that they can be placed accurately in the Bulletin. If the list of names is long, please call Father to explain the order in which you would like them. 

If you wish to sponsor the Bulletin or Coffee Hour, please contact Barbara Polk for the Bulletin and both Donna Betza and Barbara in regard to Coffee. 

The Tomato Basil w/Rice Soup &  Haluski fund raiser, held on March 19, 2022, to support our parish was very successful realizing a profit of $586.03.  Thank you Debbie Sancenito for making another Dinner-To-Go meal. Many thanks also to Millie Di Ianni, June Fejko, Marilyn Wong-Hutnyan, Kathie Rolbinson, Elaine Svendsen & Maria Tlatelpa who helped with the event; last but not least, to all who supported & participated in this fund raiser. 

In regard to the Lenten Fund Raiser, if you are picking up your ordered Babak and/or Nut Roll this morning, please see Debbie Sancenito after Divine Liturgy during coffee hour.  We especially thank Matushka Lola Carroll for sharing her talent on how to make Babka. Thank you to all those who supported, helped and participated in this fund raiser for our parish. The profit will be announced as soon as all the figures are calculated. 

The Sisterhood of St. Barbara made a charitable donation of $200 to the OCA Financial Appeal for the Ukrainian Refugee Relief this past week.

Volunteers are needed to clean the Church. A sign-up sheet is available in the parish hall if you can help with cleaning the church. Please contact Donna Betza (973-303-7911) for information.

Dates to Remember:

• Divine Liturgy for Lazarus Saturday @ 10:00 AM. Note also that Pussy Willows will need to be collected before then for Palm Sunday.

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, John Stein, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Judith Telep & Marie Khoury. 

Priest: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, and salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine.  Again we pray for a cessation of violence in Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy. Response: Lord, have mercy. (3) 

Priest: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine.  Again we pray for a cessation of the hostilities against Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy. Response: Lord, have mercy. (3) 

Concluding Prayer by Father:

O Lord Jesus Christ, King of Glory, Ruler of heaven and earth, look down with Thy merciful eye upon the peoples of Ukraine in this painful hour of conflict and suffering. Deliver them from all enemies both visible and invisible.  As the Supreme Ruler and source of all justice and truth, grant protection to all.  Guide and enlighten those in authority; bestow the desire for peace and fraternal love in the hearts of all citizens; sprinkle with love the withered hearts of those bearing the thorns of pride, hatred, malice, enmity, cunning and other iniquities.  May all grow with a burning love for Thee, and for one another, desiring to live in peace and concord.  Grant consolation and comfort to those uprooted from their homes and suffering untold tribulations. May guardian angels watch over all soldiers as they perform their sacred duty.  Grant the peace that comes from up above to Thy Church and to the Orthodox Christians of Russia and Ukraine and to all peoples in this time of grievous affliction.  For to Thee belong all glory, honor and worship, together with Thy Father Who is without beginning and Thine All Holy and Life-Giving Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen. 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Saturday’s Great Vespers & Sunday’s Divine Liturgy are being live-streamed this weekend. 

Welcome to our visitors and to those who are returning for the first time since the start of the pandemic. It is good to see you! 

Today, there will be a Memorial Service after Divine Liturgy for:

• Gregory Betza, requested by Steve & Diane Abrams     
• Edward J Mazur, for his 36th. year in repose;

Margaret Helen Mazur, for her 5th. year in repose;

Richard Mazur, for his 13th. year in repose;

Frank & Agnes Mazur;

Michael & Mary Kalinich; and

Albert Kalinich, requested by Patricia, Pamela & Edward Mazur.

Next week for: Gregory Betza, requested by Helen Dolocheck & Family.

May their memories be eternal!

When requesting a Memorial Service, please speak to Father Terence first and then contact Barbara Polk to give her the details so that they can be placed accurately in the Bulletin. If the list of names is long, please call Father to explain the order in which you would like them. 

Today's bulletin and this morning's Coffee Hour is being sponsored by Donna Betza in loving memory of Gregory Betza.  Memory Eternal!

If you wish to sponsor the Bulletin or Coffee Hour, please contact Barbara Polk for the Bulletin and both Donna Betza and Barbara in regard to Coffee. 

Notes from the Sisterhood of St. Barbara:

1.  We arehappy to announce that the Hungarian Goulash Dinner-To-Go fund raiser held on Saturday Feb. 12, 2022 to support our parish, was very successful realizing a profit of $787.29. Thank you to all those who supported,  helped & participated in this fund raiser

2,   Thank you Debbie Sancenito for shopping and making the Tomato Basil w/Rice Soup, Haluski, & Dessert  Dinner-To-Go fund raiser, March 19, 2022. 

      If you are picking up your meal this morning, please see Debbie (after Divine Liturgy) during coffee hour. The profit will be announced as soon as all the figures are finalized. Thank you to all those who helped in the preparation of the meals and we are grateful for the support of those who participated in this fund raiser for our parish. 

3.   Lenten (2022) Fund Raiser (Babka & Nut Rolls) is being planned for March 26, 2022.  Please see the flier attached. 

Volunteers are needed to clean the Church. A sign-up sheet is available in the parish hall if you can help with cleaning the church. Please contact Donna Betza (973-303-7911) for information.

Dates to Remember:

• Divine Liturgy for Lazarus Saturday @ 10:00 AM. Note also that Pussy Willows will need to be collected before then for Palm Sunday. 

SUNDAY, MARCH 13                               TONE 5

First Sunday of Great Lent

Sunday of Orthodoxy

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, John Stein, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Judith Telep & Marie Khoury. 

Priest: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, and salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine.  Again we pray for a cessation of violence in Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy. Response: Lord, have mercy.(3) 

Priest: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine.  Again we pray for a cessation of the hostilities against Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy. Response: Lord, have mercy. (3)

Concluding Prayer by Father:

O Lord Jesus Christ, King of Glory, Ruler of heaven and earth, look down with Thy merciful eye upon the peoples of Ukraine in this painful hour of conflict and suffering. Deliver them from all enemies both visible and invisible.  As the Supreme Ruler and source of all justice and truth, grant protection to all.  Guide and enlighten those in authority; bestow the desire for peace and fraternal love in the hearts of all citizens; sprinkle with love the withered hearts of those bearing the thorns of pride, hatred, malice, enmity, cunning and other iniquities.  May all grow with a burning love for Thee, and for one another, desiring to live in peace and concord.  Grant consolation and comfort to those uprooted from their homes and suffering untold tribulations. May guardian angels watch over all soldiers as they perform their sacred duty.  Grant the peace that comes from up above to Thy Church and to the Orthodox Christians of Russia and Ukraine and to all peoples in this time of grievous affliction.  For to Thee belong all glory, honor and worship, together with Thy Father Who is without beginning and Thine All Holy and Life-Giving Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.

His Beatitude Metropolitan Tikhon

Makes Urgent Financial Appeal for Ukrainian Refugee Relief

SYOSSET, NY [OCA]

Dear beloved children in the Lord,

It is with profound pain and sorrow that we see the situation unfolding in Ukraine. The invasion of Russian troops has already caused death and destruction in many areas of the country and, as the battle progresses, the human cost continues to rise. It is heartbreaking to see the images of destroyed buildings, homes, and traffic jams as refugees flee the cities for their safety.

As Orthodox Christians we are expected to help those who are suffering and give comfort to the afflicted. The Apostle James asks us “If a brother or sister is ill-clad and in lack of daily food, and one of you says to them, ‘Go in peace, be warmed and filled,’ without giving them the things needed for the body, what does it profit?” (Jas. 2:16). We cannot turn a blind eye to the material needs of our suffering brothers and sisters in Christ.

Therefore, I am making a special appeal for donations from the individual parishioners of the Orthodox Church in America from February 28th through March 7th. These donations will be collected by the Orthodox Church in America and sent on to ELEOS, the humanitarian agency of the Polish Orthodox Church, and registered with the Polish government, who is dealing directly with the unfolding refugee crisis and needs support as soon as possible. Donations will go towards refugee relief, their housing, and meeting basic needs.

This collaboration is being done with the blessing of His Beatitude Metropolitan Sawa of the Polish Orthodox Church. The Orthodox Church in America and the Polish Orthodox Church have long historical ties and these ties have enabled this collaboration to come together so quickly. Monitory donations can be made at oca.org/relief.

Furthermore, I again ask that fervent prayers be made for a swift end to this senseless violence. As we approach the beginning of Lent, we will soon hear the words of the Psalmist at the Presanctified Liturgy: “Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity. It is like the precious oil upon the head running down upon the beard, the beard of Aaron, running down on the collar of his robes. It is like the dew of Hermon which falls on the mountains of Zion. For the Lord has commanded the blessing, life for evermore!” (Ps. 132).

I pray that we, and all Orthodox Christians around the world, aspire to live according to these words.

Sincerely yours in Christ,
+Tikhon
Archbishop of Washington
Metropolitan of All America and Canada

Assumption of the

Holy Virgin Orthodox Church

35 Orange Avenue, Clifton NJ 07013       Phone: 973-777-2906

Archpriest Terence Baz, D. Min.

                                                                                          March 6, 2022

Dearly Beloved:

Christ is in our midst!

I was very happy to announce on Sunday, February 27^th that, thanks to the combined contributions of the Parish Council, the Sisterhood of St. Barbara and the parish Couples Club, we have undertaken to replace the floor carpet in the altar sanctuary area and also the floor tiles in the rectory kitchen, both of which have deteriorated.

Even with these combined contributions, however, the cost is still greater.

We call upon your generosity, to contribute to these two projects. Such contributions will, of course, be tax deductible.

More importantly, our parish community has had a long history of keeping the church and other buildings in beautiful shape. Every visitor remarks how beautiful the parish facilities are!

At the end of the Divine Liturgy, as priest, I say in the prayer before the Ambo,

“Sanctify those who love the beauty of Thy house; glorify them in return by Thy divine power and forsake us not who put our hope in Thee.”

Our desire to keep the parish facilities beautiful is motivated by our desire to reflect the beauty of the Trinity that rests within us.

Please know that you are fervently in our prayers. This has been a difficult year for everyone and our parish community will do everything it can to support your spiritual needs.

Yours, in Christ,

Fr. Terence Baz,                                                                                     Gregory Focarino

Parish Priest                                                                                Parish Council President

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Saturday’s Great Vespers & Sunday’s Divine Liturgy are being live-streamed this weekend. 

Welcome to our visitors and to those who are returning for the first time since the start of the pandemic. It is good to see you!

Today, there will be a 40 Day Memorial Service after Divine Liturgy for Gregory Betza, requested by Donna Betza and the Betza Family. 

Next week, March 20th., for:

• Gregory Betza, requested by Steve & Diane Abrams     
• Edward J Mazur, for his 36th. year in repose; Margaret Helen Mazur, for her 5th. year in repose; Richard Mazur, for his 13th. year in repose; Frank & Agnes Mazur; Michael & Mary Kalinich; and Albert Kalinich, requested by Patricia, Pamela & Edward Mazur.

May their memories be eternal!

When requesting a Memorial Service, please speak to Father Terence first and then contact Barbara Polk to give her the details so that they can be placed accurately in the Bulletin. If the list of names is long, please call Father to explain the order in which you would like them. 

Today's bulletin and this morning's Coffee Hour is being sponsored by Donna Betza in loving memory of Gregory Betza.  Memory Eternal!

If you wish to sponsor the Bulletin or Coffee Hour, please contact Barbara Polk for the Bulletin and both Donna Betza and Barbara in regard to Coffee. 

Very grateful thanks to:

• Gregory Focarino, members of the Parish Council & those who assisted at last Sunday’s Divine Liturgy with Archbishop Michael to make it go so smoothly.
• Those who helped setup the hall for the brunch and cleanup afterwards
• Those who took care of the donations for the function. It was the first time that we have held a parish function in two years!
• Those of you who paid to attend the brunch. We had 40 adults attended apart from His Eminence’s attendants & families.
• Those who brought desserts.
• The Church School for the presentation of the flowers to His Eminence
• Vera Focarino, who took photos of the weekend’s celebration.
• Those photos can be seen on the parish website: holyassumptionclifton.org or the parish Facebook page for you to enjoy. The photos should also soon be posted on the diocesan website: nynjoca.org, to view. The livestream of the Divine Liturgy was also posted on Facebook. 

Volunteers are needed to clean the Church. A sign-up sheet is available in the parish hall if you can help with cleaning the church. Please contact Donna Betza (973-303-7911) for information. 

During this past week, the carpet floor in the sanctuary area was replaced with a durable vinyl floor. I want to thank the Parish Council, the Sisterhood of St. Barbara & the Couple’s Club who all donated to this project. I want to thank those who helped clear the altar area and helped return the altar to its proper state after the work was done. Thank you to Anthony Ersalesi who spent considerable time communicating with the company, Floor Vision, to make sure the right decisions were made about the flooring & that the project proceeded smoothly. Gregory Swenda painted the bases of the altar cross & cherubs gold & also painted the floor rim from white to beige. If you would like to donate towards this please read the  letter included in this bulletin. The Rectory kitchen floor will be done next week.

Yours, in Christ, Fr. Terence.

Dates to Remember:

• Saturday, March 19, 2022: a Tomato Basil Soup & Haluski Fund Raiser. Read the included flyer.
• Divine Liturgy for Lazarus Saturday @ 10:00 AM. Note also that Pussy Willows will need to be collected before then for Palm Sunday.

Please pray for the following servants of God:

Matushka Eugenia Nehrebecki, Matushka Barbara Baz, Sub-deacon Peter Eagler, Sandra Sasso, Paul & Steve Bauer, William Le Van, Susan & Emily Dugan, Marie Stephanelli, Katherine Ditinyak, Robert & Barry Hruby, Susan, Kevin & Kyle Shermock, James & Joann Hopko, Jerry Fejko, Janet Dlholucky, Melissa Joseph, Bridget McLaughlin, Jean Candela, Elizabeth Thomas-Munzo, Kira Eck, Lleana Selejan, Deborah Stura, Frank, Judy & Kelly Fusco, Martha Hvizdash, Mary Fleming, Alphonsus ‘Rick’ Doerr, Jr., MD, Gregory Pusateri, John Stein, Frank Sanchez, Joanna Moreno, Kevin Abrams, Keith Oakley, Judith Telep & Marie Khoury. 

Deacon: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, and salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine.  Again we pray for a cessation of violence in Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy. Response: Lord, have mercy. (3)

Deacon: Again we pray for mercy, life, peace, health, salvation, for those who are suffering, wounded, grieving, or displaced because of the war in Ukraine.  Again we pray for a cessation of the hostilities against Ukraine, and that reconciliation and peace will flourish there, we pray thee, hearken and have mercy. Response: Lord, have mercy. (3)

Concluding Prayer by Archbishop Michael:

O Lord Jesus Christ, King of Glory, Ruler of heaven and earth, look down with Thy merciful eye upon the peoples of Ukraine in this painful hour of conflict and suffering. Deliver them from all enemies both visible and invisible.  As the Supreme Ruler and source of all justice and truth, grant protection to all.  Guide and enlighten those in authority; bestow the desire for peace and fraternal love in the hearts of all citizens; sprinkle with love the withered hearts of those bearing the thorns of pride, hatred, malice, enmity, cunning and other iniquities.  May all grow with a burning love for Thee, and for one another, desiring to live in peace and concord.  Grant consolation and comfort to those uprooted from their homes and suffering untold tribulations. May guardian angels watch over all soldiers as they perform their sacred duty.  Grant the peace that comes from up above to Thy Church and to the Orthodox Christians of Russia and Ukraine and to all peoples in this time of grievous affliction.  For to Thee belong all glory, honor and worship, together with Thy Father Who is without beginning and Thine All Holy and Life-Giving Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.

His Beatitude Metropolitan Tikhon

Makes Urgent Financial Appeal for Ukrainian Refugee Relief

SYOSSET, NY [OCA]

Dear beloved children in the Lord,

It is with profound pain and sorrow that we see the situation unfolding in Ukraine. The invasion of Russian troops has already caused death and destruction in many areas of the country and, as the battle progresses, the human cost continues to rise. It is heartbreaking to see the images of destroyed buildings, homes, and traffic jams as refugees flee the cities for their safety.

As Orthodox Christians we are expected to help those who are suffering and give comfort to the afflicted. The Apostle James asks us “If a brother or sister is ill-clad and in lack of daily food, and one of you says to them, ‘Go in peace, be warmed and filled,’ without giving them the things needed for the body, what does it profit?” (Jas. 2:16). We cannot turn a blind eye to the material needs of our suffering brothers and sisters in Christ.

Therefore, I am making a special appeal for donations from the individual parishioners of the Orthodox Church in America from February 28th through March 7th. These donations will be collected by the Orthodox Church in America and sent on to ELEOS, the humanitarian agency of the Polish Orthodox Church, and registered with the Polish government, who is dealing directly with the unfolding refugee crisis and needs support as soon as possible. Donations will go towards refugee relief, their housing, and meeting basic needs.

This collaboration is being done with the blessing of His Beatitude Metropolitan Sawa of the Polish Orthodox Church. The Orthodox Church in America and the Polish Orthodox Church have long historical ties and these ties have enabled this collaboration to come together so quickly. Monitory donations can be made at oca.org/relief.

Furthermore, I again ask that fervent prayers be made for a swift end to this senseless violence. As we approach the beginning of Lent, we will soon hear the words of the Psalmist at the Presanctified Liturgy: “Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity. It is like the precious oil upon the head running down upon the beard, the beard of Aaron, running down on the collar of his robes. It is like the dew of Hermon which falls on the mountains of Zion. For the Lord has commanded the blessing, life for evermore!” (Ps. 132).

I pray that we, and all Orthodox Christians around the world, aspire to live according to these words.

Sincerely yours in Christ,
+Tikhon
Archbishop of Washington
Metropolitan of All America and Canada

Assumption of the

Holy Virgin Orthodox Church

35 Orange Avenue, Clifton NJ 07013       Phone: 973-777-2906

Archpriest Terence Baz, D. Min.

                                                                                          March 6, 2022 

Dearly Beloved:

Christ is in our midst!

I was very happy to announce on Sunday, February 27^th that, thanks to the combined contributions of the Parish Council, the Sisterhood of St. Barbara and the parish Couples Club, we have undertaken to replace the floor carpet in the altar sanctuary area and also the floor tiles in the rectory kitchen, both of which have deteriorated.

Even with these combined contributions, however, the cost is still greater.

We call upon your generosity, to contribute to these two projects. Such contributions will, of course, be tax deductible.

More importantly, our parish community has had a long history of keeping the church and other buildings in beautiful shape. Every visitor remarks how beautiful the parish facilities are!

At the end of the Divine Liturgy, as priest, I say in the prayer before the Ambo,

“Sanctify those who love the beauty of Thy house; glorify them in return by Thy divine power and forsake us not who put our hope in Thee.”

Our desire to keep the parish facilities beautiful is motivated by our desire to reflect the beauty of the Trinity that rests within us.

Please know that you are fervently in our prayers. This has been a difficult year for everyone and our parish community will do everything it can to support your spiritual needs.

Yours, in Christ,

Fr. Terence Baz,                                                                       Gregory Focarino

Parish Priest                                                                             Parish Council President 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Today is Orthodox Christian Mission Sunday. Please read the included letter. 

Please welcome Archbishop Michael, who has blessed us by making his Annual Archpastoral Visit today; please also welcome his attending clergy: Deacon Stephan, Sub-deacon Mark & Sub-deacon Matthew. 

Saturday’s Great Vespers & Sunday’s Divine Liturgy are being live-streamed this weekend.

Welcome to our visitors and to those who are returning for the first time since the start of the pandemic. It is good to see you! 

There will be no Memorial Service after Divine Liturgy today. Next Sunday, March 13^th, the will be a 40 Day Memorial Service for Gregory Betza, requested by Donna Betza and the Betza Family.

When requesting a Memorial Service, please speak to Father Terence first and then contact Barbara Polk to give her the details so that they can be placed accurately in the Bulletin. If the list of names is long, please call Father to explain the order in which you would like them.

If you wish to sponsor the Bulletin or Coffee Hour, please contact Barbara Polk for the Bulletin and both Donna Betza and Barbara in regard to Coffee. 

After Divine Liturgy today, a Celebratory Breakfast is being planned in honor of His Eminence by the Parish Council. For reservations, please contact Barbara Polk @ 973-452-1222 or, email:  polk_barbara@ yahoo.com. Please see the enclosed flier for information.