Parish News
March 12, 2008
"Patiently endure the distressing and painful things that befall you, for through them God in His providence is purifying you."
-Saint Thalassios the Libyan
Help Wanted.......
The position of Church custodian is available. This is a salaried position. For more information on the work involved and compensation, please contact Greg Cahayla at the church, or Nicholas Kovalycsik. It is desired that the position be filled from our church membership, however, as time goes by, it is becoming more evident that the position may have to be filled by an outside professional cleaning firm. If you are interested, please let us know soon.
Happy Birthday to all our parishioners celebrating
a birthday in March:
Happy Birthday.....
Nicholas Kovalycsik
God grant all of you Many Years.
"Maslenitsa".....
OCA News.....
Sonja Finno - March 3
Scott Cahayla - March 13
Nicholas Kovalycsik - March 20
Genevieve Bobenko - March 22
Chris Bzik - March 28
On the Internet ......
As a result of communications from Alaska, the Metropolitan telephoned the Bishop of Alaska and suggested he take a “Leave of Absence” until order can be restored in the Diocese. +Nikolai refused suggesting it was the work of a few “dissidents.”
Holy Assumption Orthodox Church in Clifton presented a “Maslenitsa” recently. This was their third annual pre-lenten celebration. Over 200 people, some from as far away as Pennsylvania, came to enjoy the wonderful food and music. It closed with everyone waving flags and singing “God Bless America.”
On Sunday, February 24, officers of the Passaic “O” Club and officers of St. John’s Women’s Club were installed at a prayer service following Divine Liturgy. A combined luncheon for the two organizations in honor of the new officers was held earlier on Sunday, February 17. Pictures of the luncheon are found on the pictures’ page.
Officer's Installation......
Coverage of the problem has been extensive in Alaska. Some of the articles, which seem to appear daily follow.
