September 2015 Volume 15 Issue 7
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Festival 2015
LAST MINUTE ITEM FOR THE
NEWSLETTER?
Email to: [email protected]
By 9/21/2015
We have completed another
very successful St. George
Festival. The weather was
favorable and everyone
worked hard together. My
congratulations to Craig &
Vicky Michaels and to all
our department heads and all
the workers. I am amazed at
all the hard work and ask
God’s blessings on you and
your families for your sacri-
fice. - - Fr. Tom
We want to thank everyone for all
their hard work at the 2015 Middle
Eastern Festival. We really appre-
ciate everyone’s help. From all the
prep work, baking and working
during the festival, it’s a team ef-
fort and we are proud to be a part
of our St. George Team.
We want to thank the leaders of
each of the areas for stepping for-
ward and for all their help this
year.
Anthony and Myrna Rezcallah-
Food, donations and advertising
Hind Kojack - Sitty's Cafe- along
with the Assad Haddad family
Mary and Tom Rudquist- Bake
Sale
Pat and Willy Percy- Faranee
Bread
Walter Awada and Joe Patton- Bar
Grace Ablan- Marketplace
Anne Ablan, Brigitte Khoury, and
Sara Larson - Silent Auction
Lina Smith- Camel Boards
Myrna Rezcallah and Kim Bum-
garner- Kids Games and Activities
John Khoury- Live Music
Nancy Ayoub, Madelaine
Khoury, and Sue Perry - Dance
Groups
Cindy and Paul Karos- Ortho-
dox Expressions
Craig M. and Rana Jubran-
Finance and Reporting
Aurelia Peterson, Katrina and
Brigitte Khoury- Ticket Sales
Paul Ablan - Donations, Legal
and Risk Management
George Khoury- Purchasing
Tony Khoury-Logistics
(Electrical....)
FESTIVAL REPORT We are almost there with the Festival
numbers and they should be complet-
ed by next week. Here is a snapshot
of the results: these are rounded num-
bers. Festival sales were $107,000
and net profit is between $57,000 and
$62,000, depending on how our ex-
penses come in. We are in the pro-
cess of confirming our expenses and
reconciling the credit card purchases,
which come in after the Festival. We
should have that done next week and
we will have a more detailed report.
We would be glad to address your
questions at that time.
Michael Hartwig- Outdoor Set up
and Aesthetics
JoAnne Droubie- Information Desk
Khouria Beth Begley- Bookstore
Maia Price- Henna
Mike and Eva Etoll- Face Painting
Vicky Michaels - Internal Communi-
cations and Scheduling Thank you to all these committee
leaders for being willing to
lead! They would not have been
able to do their jobs if it weren’t for
all of you who stepped up to help in
all the different areas of the festival.
We each do what we can--some do-
nated, some baked, some worked the
festival--every one is very much ap-
preciated! We couldn't do this with-
out all of you and all you do. Thank
you from the bottom of our hearts.
Yours in Christ,
Craig and Vicky Michaels
2015/16 Festival Chairs
The Parish of St. George joins
in wishing each of the cele-
brants congratulations and best
wishes for a joyful, peaceful,
healthful year. (Updated
2/2012)
Each month we endeavor to
provide a complete list of Birth-
days and Anniversaries so that
we will know who to commemo-
rate in our prayers and to greet
on their special day. If we have
inadvertently omitted someone,
please let Father Tom know so
that we can include you. The
purpose of the list is to be in-
clusive rather than exclusive.
Please help us keep the list up-
dated. Thank you and all our
prayers on your special day!
Birthdays & Anniversaries
Brigitte Khoury
is our “Sunshine
Lady.” If you
know of anyone
to whom a card
should be sent, please contact
Brigitte at: 651-210-2289 or
- Fr. Tom
Anniversary in September 1 - John & Madeline Khoury
2 - Anthony & Myrna Rezcal-
lah
2 - George & Souad Bchara
5 - Terry Conway & Nancy
Maker
10 - Joseph & Rita Khoury
11 - Eugene & Karen Tennis
13 - Robel Hagos & Welela Tze-
gay
27 - Scott & Dyana Brynjulfson
28 - Paul & Anne Ablan
28 - Mark & Markda Awada
28 - Fr. John & Kh. Jane
Chagnon
28 - Michael & Sue Droubie
CONGRATULATIONS
We congratulate Mark Mikhail
and TJ Perry who each won the
Fellowship of St. John the Di-
vine’s, Metropolitan Anthony
Bashir Memorial College Schol-
arship. TJ Perry also received
the St. Francis Academic Schol-
arship offered by the Archdio-
cese. At the Archdiocese Con-
vention in Boston, the Patriarch
presented the awards to the win-
ners.
Congratulations to Deanna &
Rami Jubran who have relocat-
ing to California. We wish them
well and ask that God watch
over them and grant them many
blessings in their new home. We
will miss them very much!
Our congratulations to Robel Hagos
and Welela Tzegay on the baptism
of their son Ezana on Saturday, Au-
gust 15. Ezana was given the bap-
tized name of George. The godfa-
ther is Abiel Geberekristos. Many
years to the newly illumined servant
of God, George and his family.
Birthday in September 2 - Natalie Tangen
3 - Leah Buddensick
3 - Qwynn Thotland
5 - Jessica A. Hartwig
5 - Angie Sicora
6 - Debby Etoll
6 - Roseanne Athey
6 - Lisa Marie Hartwig
7 - Rita Khoury
7 - Mark Mikhail
8 - Suzanne Perry
8 - James Ablan
8 - Haifa Jiryis
8 – Julianna Ayoub
9 - Drew James Hamilton
9 - Christine Quam
10 - George Dahmah
10 - John Price Jr.
10 - Jodi Adams
10 - Paul Abrass
12 – Mira Almadein
12 - Rahwa Tesfe
13 - Kristin J. Tennis
14 - George Rezcallah
14 - Helen Katsampes
15 - Stefan Tchepichev
16 - Kristine Awada
17 - Mona Etoll
19 - Virginia Toms
22 - Rana Jubran
23 - Kh. Amy Hodge
25 - James Joseph
26 - Joseph Demillo
26 - George John Damian
28 - Faith Hodge
28 - Sonia Yovtcheva
28 - Elena Palici
29 - Ann Margaret Marinkov
29 – Camille Goll
MEMORY ETERNAL We are saddened to hear that Samir
Kakish’s mother feel asleep in the
Lord in Jordan. Our condolences to
Samir and all the family. May her
memory be eternal!
MEMORY ETERNAL On Wednesday, August 12, Lorraine
DeFlorin fell asleep in the Lord. We
will dearly miss her. Our condolenc-
es to all her friends and family!
May her memory be eternal!
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ST. GEORGE ANTIOCHIAN CHURCH SCHOOL NEWSLETTER SEPTEMBER 2015
“As for Me and My House We Will Serve the Lord”
Joshua 24:15
Church School starts Sunday September
20th
! This year church school will begin on Sunday Sep-
tember 20th. This is a little later than past years be-
cause of Labor day being late. The day will begin
at 8:45 when all the teachers, students, and parents
meet in the church to say the openings prayers to-
gether. After a greeting from Father Tom, we will
dismiss the children with their teachers to go to the
classes they will be in. Please be patient these early
weeks as we work to get all kids into their correct
classes. Each year we have some arrivals that we
hadn’t known about and, while everyone is wel-
come, we might not have every name listed, or
spellings and birthdates correct on the class rosters.
Commissioning of the Church School At the conclusion of the Liturgy on Sunday, Sept.
20th, all students, parents, Godparents, teachers, and
the entire parish are invited to show their support
and commitment to our Church School by saying a
special prayer to commission the Parish for the be-
ginning of the church school year. It takes a whole
parish to love, care for and educate our youth!
School Supply Drive We are again sponsoring a school supply drive.
Items needed include, ruled loose-leaf paper, col-
ored pencils, markers, crayons, rulers, pocket fold-
ers, pens, etc...Collection of items will take place
through the end of September and then the supplies
will be given to an area school and given to stu-
dents in need. Thank you in advance for your gen-
erosity.
Exaltation of the Precious and Life Giv-
ing Cross, Sept 14th
St. Constantine sent his mother Helen to find the Holy
Cross on which our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ was
crucified. Constantine had seen a vision of the cross in
the year 312 shortly before his victory over Maxentious.
As word of the cross’ discovery spread through the Ho-
ly City, vast crowds gathered to venerate it. The Patri-
arch of Jerusalem, St. Makarios, carried it up into a pul-
pit at the site of the Holy Sepulcher and lifted it up
high. As he did so the crowds cried out “Lord have
Mercy”. It is through the cross we are drawn to God,
and death has been forever swallowed up by His Glori-
ous Resurrection.
Creative Arts Festival 2015/2016 Theme
Announced “As for Me and My House We Will Serve the Lord,”
comes from the Book of Joshua in the Old Testament
and is this year’s Creative Arts Festival theme. Look for
more information about this theme in upcoming news-
letters. The theme was chosen by Metropolitan Joseph
and is intended to be studied throughout the church
school year and then expressed in one of the four cate-
gories of art, poetry, photography, or writing.
Megan Rudquist (Grade 6) has been cho-
sen to be a Ball Girl for the MN Gophers
Women’s Volleyball team. Congratula-
tions Megan!
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FAMILY CAMP
The Children's Dance Group re-
ceived new costumes for our Fes-
tival this year. Thank you to Rob-
in Ablan for sewing the purple
dance pants for all the dancers in
the Children's Dance Group. The
girls are very appreciative and
thankful for Robin's talent and
time. The dancers looked great
thanks to Robin - Sue Perry
FAMILY CAMP 2015!
Orthodoxy: Learn it, Love it, Live it, Hold it. Our very own
Bishop Anthony Michaels, will be our Family Camp speaker
this year!!! If you have considered Family Camp in the past
and have been on the fence about going, this is the year to
come!! As you know he is passionate about “living Ortho-
doxy.” Deeply committed to helping our families face the
growing challenges in our world, he has much to say about
the role of our faith in our lives. Come share his words of
wisdom and visit with other Orthodox families in the beauti-
ful northern retreat of Camp Courage near Annandale, Min-
nesota. Family Camp is the perfect setting to learn more
about your faith, spend time with your family and make new
friends all while enjoying a beautiful autumn weekend. If
you have never been to Family Camp, ask some of your
friends who have attended in the past or check out the fre-
quently asked questions on the website. Join us this October
2-4! Questions? [email protected] or head to
COUNCIL CORNER
HIGHLIGHTS FROM AUGUST 2015 MEETING
His Grace Bishop Anthony will be with us for his annual
visit from October 9–11. Also, the Upper Midwest Dean-
ery will be meeting here (St. George Antiochian Orthodox
Church) from October 7-9.
The Treasurer’s report as approved for August 11, 2015.
It shows, Stewardship down 40% below Budget,
Income down 35% below Budget,
Expense totals are 32% over Budget.
Accounts Balances as of August 11, 2015:
Checking = $12,659.81,
Savings = $13,154.34,
Building fund = $13,305.07.
Accounts Total= $39,119.22 and Mortgage Balance of -
$100.00.
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SOYO
COUNCIL ELECTION
FROM THE NOMINATING COMMITTEE In the name of The Father, and of The Son, and of The
Holy Spirit. Amen.
The nominating committee for this year is:
Fr. Tom Begley 612-723-0681
George Khoury 651-208-3954
George Droubie 651-457-4218
Sanaa Jubran 651-731-2988
Stefan Tchepichev 651-405-3060
If you are interested in serving on the Church Council
and are a member in good standing, check the Church’s
phone directory’s back pages, it explains who is a mem-
ber in good standing. You can call the above committee
members before October 18, 2015 for information, we
will be filling 3 open seats during the November 1, An-
nual Meeting. Three council terms are expiring. There
will be no nominations from the floor. All candidates
Our SOYO group helped out at the FOCUS dinner on
August 9. It is great to see them actively helping the
needy in our community!
The teens are hoping to have some exclusive time with
His Grace Bishop ANTHONY, when he makes his par-
ish visit in October.
Lyn Olson Medical Crisis Program Gala Sep-
tember 20th LOMCP received 501c3 tax exempt status ear-
ly in 2015 enabling the ability to offer 3 medical
crisis grants in 2015. The success of the 2014 ga-
la prompted a repeat event on the terrace of the
Stillwater Public Library. Please purchase a ticket
to come and hear stories of how these grants have
impacted healing.
LOMCP is collaborating with var ious par tner-
ing organizations such as FOCUS Minnesota and
Nadia's Gift to help identify applicants in dire
need. Additional partnering organizations are:
Neighborhood Assistance Consulting Agency and Home Liberty
www.NeighborhoodAssistUS.org http://
www.home-liberty.com/ ; agencies which assist
people experiencing foreclosure or negative equi-
ty, to be able stay in their homes. A majority of
people suffer from the loss of their home as a re-
sult from medical crisis in their lives. Tickets will
be on sale starting Sundays in August. Brigitte
Khoury and Deb Korluka will have tickets availa-
ble. Ticket cost is $25.00 which includes enter-
tainment by Patty and the Buttons and a scrump-
tious appetizer bar.
MEOCCA CATECHISM Introduction to Orthodoxy Classes Begining Septem-
ber 15th, the Minnesota Eastern Orthodox Christian
Clergy Association will sponsor a twelve week
(Tuesdays 7-9pm) course for anyone interested in
learning more about or preparing to convert to the Or-
thodox Church. The classes will meet at St. George
Greek Orthodox Church in St. Paul. For more infor-
mation and to register online, visit our website
www.meocca.org. A schedule of classes is available
at the usher’s desk.
must be in good standing spiritually, canonically and
financially. They must regularly attend services and
have received communion and confession in the last
year. They must agree to uphold the teachings and
traditions of the Orthodox Church. They must be in
good canonical standing with the church and must
have supported the church financially over the last
year. These minimum standards have been set in
consultation with Bishop ANTHONY!
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Moldova - Romania
Orthodox Christian Mission Center 2015 Summer Mission
Orthodox Christian Mission Center (OCMC), a pan-Orthodox organization under the authority of the Synod
of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of America (SCOBA), supports the work of the Orthodox Church around the
world by supplying both long-term and short-term missionaries at the request of the local hierarchs. This year,
OCMC continued its summer work in the nations of Moldova and Romania by sending a short-term mission
team to continue and strengthen the work already being done among the youth in those countries.
The primary team that was sent this summer went to Orhei, Moldova at the request of Metropolitan Petru to
assist Bishop Antonie with mission outreach in that part of the country. Bishop Antonie has the vision of es-
tablishing a mission center in the area to help re-establish the Orthodox faith after many years of oppressive
Communist control. Although
Moldova’s Orthodox heritage is
obvious everywhere, many of the
young people see Orthodoxy as
something that belongs to their
grandparents’ generation rather
than as something that is relevant
to them today.
Moldova is also now receiving a
lot of influence from the West,
and particularly from America.
(Even the local radio stations have
American-style call letters and
operate with American-style DJs.)
With this secular influence comes
a low-level message that Moldova
is backward and not quite up to snuff. Some of the young people with whom I visited told me that they
thought they really had no future in Moldova, no matter how hard they applied themselves in school. They
will likely be looking to move to Romania, where they can be granted automatic citizenship, or to some other
country in the European Union.
When life hands you a lemon, you make lemonade. Our mission team consisted of six members: three older
men and three younger women. Along with one of the other men, I hosted a “History and Traditions” class at
the Moldova camp where we fielded questions about America. This gave us an opportunity not only to talk
about America, but to help the young people realize that the grass is not always greener on the other side and
that their own country has quite a lot to offer.
Likewise, the younger women on our team provided evidence that Orthodoxy isn’t just for Grandma, but in a
country like America, with all its affluence, there are young people their age who are excited about the faith.
The women on our team did some very effective outreach through dance and music classes and discussing
highly relevant topics such as dating.
Secularism is not the only challenge facing Orthodoxy in Romania. Since the fall of Communism, a number
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MOLDOVA
of sects have come in seeking to find converts. Although I was told that this is not as big a problem as earlier,
it is still noticeable. While we were visiting in the capital, I noticed a couple who were probably Jehovah’s
Witnesses proselytizing a man in a local park. Then, after arriving in England to visit my wife’s family at the
end of my trip, I came across an article in one of her parents’ magazines where a Protestant missionary stated
that “the Moldovan Orthodox Church is no friend of biblical Christianity.”
Perhaps it was here that some of my own background proved useful. Having come out of a Protestant back-
ground myself, I was able to discuss some of these deeper issues with a small number of young people who
were interested, and I hope I was able to help strengthen their faith by doing so.
Bishop Antonie is fortunate to have the help of Father Sergiu Aga, an energetic parish priest about 30 years
old. Father Sergiu has a real talent for relating to and communicating with the young people. He proved to be
the backbone of our mission endeavor, organizing and motivating the young people at the Moldovan camp. In
addition to working at the camp, he works hard among the local youth all year long, even to the point of hav-
ing a special mission center of his own across the road from his church. This rather basic meeting area is used
by perhaps a dozen or more of the local young people on a regular basis and in my opinion serves as an excel-
lent example of incarnational Christian witness and outreach.
After the Moldovan camp finished, I traveled with one of the young women on our team to a second youth
camp in northeastern Romania. This camp drew about 600 young people from all over that part of Romania,
and although it lasted only for a weekend, the two of us were able to develop a number of good relationships.
The attendees at this camp are as a rule fairly serious about their spiritual lives, and as a result this camp host-
ed a couple of intense presentations from university professors and from the metropolitan himself.
Would I go on this trip again? I would do so in a heartbeat if the opportunity were offered again and I my
schedule allowed me to do it. I would also encourage anyone at St. George who is interested in making a huge
difference in the lives of others to take the plunge.
However, what happens between mission trips is every bit as important as what happens in the mission field
during the summer. Orthodox Christians here in North America have the resources to make a huge difference
in the lives of our brothers and sisters overseas. The Orthodox mission center that Bishop Antonie would like
to build in Moldova would cost an estimated $150,000 altogether. Although difficult to impossible for them to
amass on their own, this amount of money would pose no huge hurdle here in the United States and Canada.
With a concerted effort by our various jurisdictions, this kind of dream could become a reality for them. I hope
we can all catch the vision.
This summer we had 29 young people from
St. George attend the St. Mary’s Orthodox
Church Camp. This is a great experience for
our children to camp with Orthodox youth
throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Announcing :
St. George Orthodox
Church will celebrate an
Arabic Divine Liturgy
Friday, October 2, 2015 at
6:30 P.M. The Liturgy
will be celebrated by V.
Rev. Fr. Nicholas Dahdal,
Economos. Everyone is
invited to come and hear
the St John Chrysostom
Divine Liturgy in the Ara-
bic Language using the
Byzantine chant. Fr. Tom
CONGRATULATIONS Our congratulations to Zereseney
Tzegay and Wudase Tesfamariam
who were married August 22, 2015.
May God grant them many years!
Their names after the marriage are:
Senay Habte & Wudase Habte. They
are pictured above in their tradition
Eritrean dress. The Eritrean wedding
receptions are truly a celebration. I
know that those of us who have at-
tended have truly enjoyed them.
ANTIMINS/ANTIMENSION
(Means in place of the table)
In the Orthodox Christian litur-
gical tradition, the Antimins is
among the most important litur-
gical adornments used in the al-
tar during the Divine Liturgy. It
is a type of icon, a rectangular
cloth, traditionally sewn of either
linen or silk. Beautifully embel-
lished, it always reflects the im-
age of Christ’s entombment, the
four Evangelists and scriptural
passages related to the Eucharist.
A small piece of a martyr’s relic
is ceremoniously and prayerfully
placed into the fold of the Anti-
mins as each one is blessed. It is
an essential component without
which the Holy Eucharist cannot
be celebrated. This Antimins is
inscribed with the text from the
Holy Saturday Troparion, “The
noble Joseph, taking down Thy
most pure body from the tree,
wrapped it in clean linen and
sweet spices, and laid it in a new
tomb.”
After the Great Entrance, the
chalice and diskos are placed on
the Antimins and the Gifts
(bread and wine) are consecrated.
The Antimins is consecrated and
signed and/or sealed by the presid-
ing Metropolitan. Any Orthodox
Church may only celebrate a litur-
gy if they have an Antimins
signed by their ruling hierarch.
In our Archdiocese each Antimins
has been consecrated in the arch-
diocesan chapel of St. John Chrys-
ostom and contains a relic of St.
Raphael of Brooklyn. In light of
the 100th anniversary of his re-
pose as well as his relic being
placed in the Antimins, the clergy
have been encouraged to teach
their congregations the Troparion
to St. Raphael. (edited from a let-
ter saint to the clergy from His
Eminence, Metropolitan Joseph).
CONGRATULATIONS Fr. Dan & Kh. Eileen celebrated
their 51st anniversary and their
daughter Anna’s birthday & son
John’s birthday Sunday, September
6. The priests said a prayer of bless-
ing and the congregation sang:
“Many years.” Amen!
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ANTIOCHIAN WOMEN
Antiochian Women September Newsletter 2015
Cookbook Update- Our inventory for cookbooks counted that we have 112 Fifth Edition Cookbooks and 15
Fourth Edition Cookbooks left. If you want any for your children, grandchildren or gifts, the cook books are
in the bookstore at $12.00 each.
The Antiochian Women served 150 meals at FOCUS and had about 20 helpers from St. George. Thank you to
all who helped make desserts prepping the food, cooking and serving. The chicken was donated by the Festi-
val. To reach out and help others is an important calling as Jesus would do.
NAB Silent Auction asked for donations from the 48+ parishes in our Diocese of Toledo and the Midwest to
make baskets and raise money for the College Scholarship Fund. The ladies donated Wild rice, a taste of Min-
nesota, and a Church Cookbook to add to their basket. Thanks to Joannie and Lamese for your help.
The Antiochain Women discussed buying a stackable washer and dryer. If voted on at the next meeting, it
would be placed in the janitor’s closet across from storage room.
If anyone interested in the Chanhassen Dinner Theater, it would be fun to go as a large group. More infor-
mation to follow. Just an FYI.
Our next meeting is September 17th at 6:00PM for dinner and 6:30pm for the meeting. After the meeting, our
guest speaker will be Father John, who will share his mission trip to Alaska. Please join us for this wonderful
fellowship.
The Antiochian Women activities are posted in the Church bulletin weekly to keep you informed of any pro-
jects/activities.
Thank you to those who helped with our dear sister in Christ, Lorraine DeFlorin’s mercy meal. May her
memory be eternal! - Sue Perry
The Antiochian Women
made a chicken and rice
dinner for Focus August
9th. With love and kindness
we served 150 meals.
Thanks to those who
helped prepare and serve
those in need. Please keep
Matuska Vera in your pray-
ers. She broke her foot and
is a real trooper of FOCUS
Minnesota. - Sue Perry
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Coming Events ... If you would like
to host a coffee
hour by yourself
or with someone,
sign up on the
sign-up sheets
located in the
rear of the church
hall to reserve a
date. All that is asked is that hosts strict-
ly follow the Fasting traditions of our
Holy Orthodox Church. And as always
everyone is invited for this period of
fellowship.
MOVING??
OR
HAVE YOU MOVED? Don’t forget to tell your church about
your new address. Please contact Joannie
Alevizos so she can update our mailing
list.
THE WORD MAGAZINE
Anyone interested in receiving the
WORD Magazine please contact
Fr. Tom. Any member of St.
George may receive the WORD
free.
HOLY BREAD SCHEDULE
If you would like to offer the Holy
Bread in memory of loved ones or
for the health of your family, etc.,
call Joannie Alevizos - 651-453-
1894 to secure a date in advance.
The same is true for the Memorial
Wheat.
NOTE: STAMP FOR HOLY
BREAD NOW RESIDES IN THE
CHURCH KITCHEN.
If you would like to host a coffee
hour by yourself or with someone,
sign up on the schedule sheets, or
contact Sanaa Jubran to reserve a
date. All that is asked is that hosts
strictly follow the Fasting traditions
of our Holy Orthodox Church. And
as always everyone is invited for this
period of fellowship.
http://saintgeorge-church.org/
WEBSITE Please check out the St. George
Website: http://saintgeorge-
church.org/. We have updated
the calendar, bulletins and news-
letters. If you think there is
something missing on the church
calendar or if you would like to
see something new on the web-
site, please give Fr. Tom a call to
add to the calendar or for sug-
gestions. An updated website is
important if it is to be viewed by
friends and parishioners.
ST MARON’S ANNUAL
LEBANESE FESTIVAL The festival will be held at St.
Maron Catholic Church, 602 Uni-
versity Ave. NE, Minneapolis, MN
55413. Saturday, September 26,
1:00 P.M.-8:00P.M.; Sunday, Sep-
tember 27, 11:00A.M.-6:00P.M.
There will be Lebanese Food,
Games, Raffle, Gifts, Live Music,
Dancing & much more. Please visit
www.stmaron.com for more infor-
mation. (See flyer on the bulletin
board)
HOLY BREAD
SCHEDULE –Joannie Alevizos
If you would like to offer the Holy
Bread in memory of loved ones or
for the health of your family, etc.,
call Joannie Alevizos - 651-453-
1894 to secure a date in advance.
The same is true for the Memorial
Wheat.
NOTE: STAMP FOR HOLY
BREAD NOW RESIDES IN THE
CHURCH KITCHEN.
GENERAL INFORMATION
IN CASE OF ILLNESS OR
NEED, please be sure our Priest
and the Sunshine Lady are aware.
Only then can they carry out their
duties! Also, if you would like to
have your home blessed, call the
Priest to make arrangements.
BISHOP’S THRONE Recently St. George Church received
a beautiful new Bishop’s throne. The
throne is located directly behind the
holy altar. We are use to seeing the
large throne in the nave of the
church but originally the Bishop’s
throne was located in the holy altar.
This is where the bishop sits during
the Gospel and his clergy are seated
on his right and left.