Christ is Risen!
Welcome to the new online format of The Greeting. In an attempt to parallel our other communication efforts and to meet the growing demand of web based publications, we have decided to publish The Greeting in a digital format that can be easily viewed on a computer, tablet, cell phone and other hand-held devices. We hope you continue to enjoy and explore our parish newsletter.
Summer has quickly come upon us, and undoubtedly most are very excited to begin life post covid-19. We all patiently endured the restrictions of lockdowns, quarantines and other measures put in place during the pandemic, and now look forward to life as it was before the pandemic.
Sts. Peter and Paul GOC has now lifted all pandemic protective measures (masks, registration for services, social distancing) and our liturgical life once again resembles what it used to be, minus one detail...the number of faithful in the pews. It is my fervent prayer that we see our attendance levels match and hopefully exceed the pre-pandemic levels. We have much to be thankful for, and gathering in prayer in Christ is the ultimate expression of gratitude!
I look forward to seeing more of you who have not been able to attend services during the pandemic. May our Lord continue to bless and protect you.
With love in our Risen Lord,
Fr. George
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Read up on the latest Stewardship figures for 2021. Read More.
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U.S. Decline of Christianity?
According to a study by the Pew Research Institute published in October 2019, the decline of Christianity in the U.S. continues at a rapid pace.
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Executive Board
Oath of Office
Congratulations!
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Philoptochos Thanks you for making the Food Drive a success!
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Read the book and join us to discuss it on Nov. 18th.
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2021 Oratorical Festival
Congratulations to this year's participants of the SJCOF! What a wonderful event! We had speakers from all age groups present their speeches.
We're grateful for this year's Co-Chairs, Sophia Glezos Voit and Elizabeth Kostas Polston. Thank you!
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Not Yours, But You: Almsgiving in the Modern Age
In the Gospels there are many “hard sayings” of our Savior. Of these hard sayings, there are also many which have been all but forgotten — even by those who sincerely strive to be faithful Christians. Of these hard and forgotten sayings, I would like to call our attention today to one in particular...Read More
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Congratulations Church School Students!
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AHEPA Chapter #516
Dr. Peter Tsaknis Scholarship Award
Congratulations Alexander Lyons!
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Why Don’t the Orthodox Feel Guilt?
There’s clearly confusion among a good few members of the Church as to how to live, how to behave and what constitutes a sin. There’s also a strong attachment to their sinful past and this increases their feelings of guilt. Read More
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Why Are We Agitated?
Turmoil is a common phenomenon in our life. Untroubled people are often thought to be unfeeling, detached and inward-looking....
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