Looking Ahead at St Mary (September 5 – 12)

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Beloved in Christ,

Below you will find this week’s schedule, as well as some important notes about upcoming events.

THIS WEEK: September 5 – 12, 2022

This Week: Regular Wed/Fri fasting.       

Wed, Sept 7 at 6:00 pm – Divine Liturgy ~ Nativity of the Mother of God

Sat, Sept 10 at 4:30 pm – Confession

Sat, Sept 10 at 5:00 pm – Great Vespers

Sat, Sept 10 at 6:00 pm – Clergy & Parish Council Dinner w/Bishop Basil

Sun, Sept 11 at 9:00 am – Matins

Sun, Sept 11 at 10:00 am – Divine Liturgy w/Blessing of Church School

Sun, Sept 11 from 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm: 90th Anniversary Picnic @ Edgemoor Park (5815 E 9th)

Mon, Sept 12 at 6:30 pm – Belles Meeting

Other Notes

(1) PARISH PICNIC: Please see the following link for details about our 90th Anniversary Picnic Celebration on Sunday, September 11, from 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm.

(2) BIBLE STUDY: We will begin a Bible Study on the book of Genesis on Wednesday, September 14, at 6:00 pm. We will have both in-person and virtual options. A link will be sent to join virtually in next week’s e-mail.

(3) TEACH ME THY STATUTES PODCAST: If you would like to listen to this week’s Teach Me Thy Statutes podcast (with Fr Aaron & Jason Ewertt), you can find it here: https://tmts.transistor.fm/.

(4) PASTORAL VISITS: If you would like a pastoral visit for any reason, or if you know of a family member/parishioner who needs a visit, please feel free to contact me via cell phone at 204-6725.

Yours in Christ,

Fr Aaron

 

Johnny’s Story: “I Want to Be a Member of God’s Church”

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Beloved in Christ,

I want to pass along to you a short video I received from Orthodox Christian Prison Ministry (OCPM). It is a powerful testament to the work OCPM is doing on our behalf. I hope you will take a few minutes to hear about Johnny’s story.

Yours in Christ,
Fr Aaron

From Nicholas Petrogeorge, Executive Director of OCPM:

Johnny’s testimony is such a powerful example of what Christ is doing in prison through your support. Please enjoy the video and share with anyone you know who needs encouragement!

Johnny is now a member of the Matthew 25:36 Fellowship, OCPM’s community of monthly donors, providing those in prison with the same opportunity he was given for a relationship with the Church.

Looking Ahead at St Mary (August 21 – September 4)

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Beloved in Christ,

This week’s e-mail covers the next weeks because I am on vacation August 23 – 30. This next Sunday, August 28, Fr Jason Blais will be here to serve the Sunday Divine Services. You may remember him from when he visited our parish for my elevation to Archpriest. If a pastoral emergency arises, please contact Fr Calinic Berger of St George Cathedral at (213) 505-2874.

Below you will find this week’s schedule, as well as some important notes about upcoming events.

THIS WEEK: August 21 – September 4, 2022
This Week: Regular Wed/Fri fasting; Monday, August 29 is a fast day for the Beheading of St John the Forerunner.       

  • Sun, Aug 21 at 5:00 pm – Small Group Meeting @ St Mary (please note date change from original August calendar)
  • Mon, Aug 22 at 6:00 pm – Ladies Night Out @ Hangar One (5925 W Kellogg)
  • Sat, Aug 27 – No Confession or Great Vespers @ St Mary; 6:00 pm Vespers @ St George
  • Sun, Aug 28 at 9:00 am – Matins
  • Sun, Aug 28 at 10:00 am – Divine Liturgy
  • Sat, Sept 3 at 4:30 pm – Confession
  • Sat, Sept 3 at 5:00 pm – Great Vespers
  • Sun, Sept 4 at 9:00 am – Matins
  • Sun, Sept 4 at 10:00 am – Divine Liturgy
  • Sun, Sept 4 at 11:30 am – Teen SOYO Fellowship

Other Notes
(1) LADIES NIGHT OUT: Monday, August 22nd at 6pm at Hanger One Steak House (5925 W Kellogg). Please notify Robbie (rnamee@cox.net or 316-619-3366) by Sunday, August 21st if you plan to attend.

(2) PARISH PICNIC: On Sunday, September 11, from 12:00 – 4:00 pm, we will have a parish picnic at Edgemoor Park. Further details will be in the bulletin soon, but please save the date now.

(3) TEACH ME THY STATUTES PODCAST: If you would like to listen to this week’s Teach Me Thy Statutes podcast (with Fr Aaron & Jason Ewertt), you can find it here: https://tmts.transistor.fm/.

(4) PASTORAL VISITS: If you would like a pastoral visit for any reason, or if you know of a family member/parishioner who needs a visit, please feel free to contact me via cell phone at 204-6725.

Yours in Christ,

Fr Aaron

Looking Ahead at St Mary (August 14 – August 22)

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Beloved in Christ,

Below you will find this week’s schedule, as well as some important notes about upcoming events.

THIS WEEK: August 14 – 22, 2022
This Week: Regular Wed/Fri fasting.      

  • Sun, Aug 14 at 5:00 pm – Great Vespers & Lamentations for Dormition
  • Mon, Aug 15 at 8:00 am – Divine Liturgy ~ Dormition
  • Thurs, Aug 18 at 5:30 pm – Parish Council
  • Fri, Aug 19 – Scroll on Website
  • Sat, Aug 20 at 7:30 am – Belles Making Holy Bread
  • Sat, Aug 20 at 4:30 pm – Confession
  • Sat, Aug 20 at 5:00 pm – Great Vespers
  • Sun, Aug 21 – Scroll in Foyer
  • Sun, Aug 21 at 9:00 am – Matins
  • Sun, Aug 21 at 10:00 am – Divine Liturgy
  • Sun, Aug 21 at 5:00 pm – Small Group Meeting @ St Mary (please note date change from original August calendar)
  • Mon, Aug 22 at 6:00 pm – Ladies Night Out @ Hangar One (5925 W Kellogg)

Other Notes
(1) THANK YOU: Thank you to all who attended our Focus Group yesterday regarding the MedFest. We pray that God will continue to help us discern as we move forward.

(2) LADIES NIGHT OUT: Monday, August 22, at 6 pm at Hanger One Steak House (5925 W Kellogg). Please notify Robbie (rnamee@cox.net or 316-619-3366) by Sunday, August 21, if you plan to attend.

(3) TEACH ME THY STATUTES PODCAST: If you would like to listen to this week’s Teach Me Thy Statutes podcast (with Fr Aaron & Jason Ewertt), you can find it here: https://tmts.transistor.fm/.

(4) PASTORAL VISITS: If you would like a pastoral visit for any reason, or if you know of a family member/parishioner who needs a visit, please feel free to contact me via cell phone at 204-6725.

Yours in Christ,

Fr Aaron

Looking Ahead at St Mary (August 8 – August 15)

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Beloved in Christ,

Below you will find this week’s schedule, as well as some important notes about upcoming events.

THIS WEEK: August 8 – 15, 2022
This Week: We observe the Dormition Fast from August 1 – 14.
Mon, Aug 8 at 6:30 pm – Belles Meeting @ Namee’s (1958 N Sedgwick)
Wed, Aug 10 at 6:00 pm – Paraklesis Service to the Mother of God
Sat, Aug 13 at 9:00 am – Focus Group for Mediterranean Festival (all parishioners invited to attend)
Sat, Aug 13 at 4:30 pm – Confession
Sat, Aug 13 at 5:00 pm – Great Vespers
Sun, Aug 14 at 9:00 am – Matins
Sun, Aug 14 at 10:00 am – Divine Liturgy w/Chrismations
Sun, Aug 14 at 5:00 pm – Great Vespers & Lamentations for Dormition
Mon, Aug 15 at 8:00 am – Divine Liturgy ~ Dormition

Other Notes
(1) DORMITION FAST AND SERVICES: From August 1 through August 14, we observe the Dormition Fast in honor and preparation for the Great Feast of the Falling Asleep (“Dormition”) of the Mother of God. During this fast we will offer the PARAKLESIS (“SUPPLICATION”) SERVICE TO THE MOTHER OF GOD at 6:00 pm on August 10. We will celebrate the DORMITION itself on Sunday, August 14, with Great Vespers & Lamentations at 5:00 pm; and on Monday, August 15, with Divine Liturgy at 8:00 am. During the fast we abstain from meat, dairy, fish, wine, and oil. However, wine and oil are always allowed on Saturdays and Sundays.

(2) TEACH ME THY STATUTES PODCAST: If you would like to listen to this week’s Teach Me Thy Statutes podcast (with Fr Aaron & Jason Ewertt), you can find it here: https://tmts.transistor.fm/.

(3) PASTORAL VISITS: If you would like a pastoral visit for any reason, or if you know of a family member/parishioner who needs a visit, please feel free to contact me via cell phone at 204-6725.

Yours in Christ,

Fr Aaron

Looking Ahead at St Mary (August 1 – August 8)

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Beloved in Christ,

Below you will find this week’s schedule, as well as some important notes about upcoming events.

THIS WEEK: August 1 – 8, 2022
This Week: We observe the Dormition Fast from August 1 – 15; fish, wine, and oil allowed on Saturday, August 6, for Transfiguration.      
Mon, Aug 1: Dormition Fast Begins (see note below)
Wed, Aug 3 at 6:00 pm – Paraklesis Service to the Mother of God
Fri, Aug 5 at 6:00 pm – Divine Liturgy ~ Transfiguration
Sat, Aug 6 – Scroll Deadline
Sat, Aug 6 at 4:30 pm – Confession
Sat, Aug 6 at 5:00 pm – Great Vespers
Sun, Aug 7 at 9:00 am – Matins
Sun, Aug 7 at 10:00 am – Divine Liturgy
Sun, Aug 7 at 10:30 am – Catechism Class
Mon, Aug 8 at 6:30 pm – Belles Meeting

Other Notes
(1) DORMITION FAST AND SERVICES: From August 1 through August 14, we observe the Dormition Fast in honor and preparation for the Great Feast of the Falling Asleep (“Dormition”) of the Mother of God. During this fast we will offer the PARAKLESIS (“SUPPLICATION”) SERVICE TO THE MOTHER OF GOD at 6:00 pm on August 3 and 10. We will celebrate the DORMITION itself on Sunday, August 14, with Great Vespers & Lamentations at 5:00 pm; and on Monday, August 15, with Divine Liturgy at 8:00 am. During the fast we abstain from meat, dairy, fish, wine, and oil. However, wine and oil are always allowed on Saturdays and Sundays. For the Great Feast of the TRANSFIGURATION (Saturday, August 6) fish, wine, and oil are allowed.

(2) PRISON MINISTRY AWARENESS SUNDAY: The Assembly of Bishops has designated Sunday, July 31, as “Prison Ministry Awareness Sunday.” As most of you know, I actively minister to multiple inmates in the state of Kansas. My ministry is supported and supplemented by our national prison ministry organization, Orthodox Christian Prison Ministry (OCPM). You can learn more about their work and/or make a direct donation here: https://theocpm.org/. Please note that our parish is intimately involved with OCPM, with Eric Namee on its Board of Trustees and Luke Taylor Gilstrap working for the organization.

(3) HMT BACK TO SCHOOL DRIVE: Our Humanitarian Ministry Team (HMT) is having a Back To School Drive for Wichita Children’s Home. Please see the flyer for more details and note that the final collection is Sunday, August 7. If you prefer, you can make a cash donation and someone from the HMT can do the shopping for you.

(4) TEACH ME THY STATUTES PODCAST: If you would like to listen to this week’s Teach Me Thy Statutes podcast (with Fr Aaron & Jason Ewertt), you can find it here: https://tmts.transistor.fm/.

(5) PASTORAL VISITS: If you would like a pastoral visit for any reason, or if you know of a family member/parishioner who needs a visit, please feel free to contact me via cell phone at 204-6725.

Yours in Christ,

Fr Aaron

Looking Ahead at St Mary (July 25 – August 1)

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Beloved in Christ,

Below you will find this week’s schedule, as well as some important notes about upcoming events.

THIS WEEK: July 25 – August 1, 2022

This Week: Regular Wed/Fri fasting.      

Mon, July 25 at 6:00 pm – Ladies Night Out @ Thai Tradition (650 N Carriage Pkwy)

Sat, July 30 at 4:30 pm – Confession

Sat, July 30 at 5:00 pm – Great Vespers

Sun, July 31 at 9:00 am – Matins

Sun, July 31 at 10:00 am – Divine Liturgy

Mon, August 1: Dormition Fast Begins (see note below)

Other Notes

(1) LADIES NIGHT OUT: All of our women are invited to the Ladies Night Out tomorrow, 7/25. However, if you plan to attend, please RSVP to Robbie, rnamee@cox.net or 316-619-3366, by Monday Morning, July 25th, so they can let the restaurant know how many women to expect.

(2) PRISON MINISTRY AWARENESS SUNDAY: The Assembly of Bishops has designated Sunday, July 31, as “Prison Ministry Awareness Sunday.” As most of you know, I actively minister to multiple inmates in the state of Kansas. My ministry is supported and supplemented by our national prison ministry organization, Orthodox Christian Prison Ministry (OCPM). You can learn more about their work and/or make a direct donation here: https://theocpm.org/. In addition, we will have a collection tray on 7/31 for this purpose. Please note that our parish is intimately involved with OCPM, with Eric Namee on its Board of Trustees and Luke Taylor Gilstrap working for the organization. We will share more information about OCPM, its work, and how it has touched people within our own parish next Sunday.

(3) DORMITION FAST AND SERVICES: From August 1 through August 14, we observe the Dormition Fast in honor and preparation for the Great Feast of the Falling Asleep (“Dormition”) of the Mother of God. During this fast we will offer the PARAKLESIS (“SUPPLICATION”) SERVICE TO THE MOTHER OF GOD at 6:00 pm on August 3 and 10. We will celebrate the DORMITION itself on Sunday, August 14, with Great Vespers & Lamentations at 5:00 pm; and on Monday, August 15, with Divine Liturgy at 8:00 am. During the fast we abstain from meat, dairy, fish, wine, and oil. However, wine and oil are always allowed on Saturdays and Sundays. For the Great Feast of the TRANSFIGURATION (Saturday, August 6) fish, wine, and oil are allowed.

(4) TEACH ME THY STATUTES PODCAST: If you would like to listen to this week’s Teach Me Thy Statutes podcast (with Fr Aaron & Jason Ewertt), you can find it here: https://tmts.transistor.fm/.

(5) PASTORAL VISITS: If you would like a pastoral visit for any reason, or if you know of a family member/parishioner who needs a visit, please feel free to contact me via cell phone at 204-6725.

Yours in Christ,

Fr Aaron

 

Looking Ahead at St Mary (July 18 – 25)

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Beloved in Christ,

Below you will find this week’s schedule, as well as some important notes about upcoming events.

THIS WEEK: July 18 – 25, 2022

This Week: Regular Wed/Fri fasting.      

Mon, July 18 – Fri, July 22: Fr Aaron @ Clergy Symposium (Antiochian Village/Ligonier, PA)

Sat, July 23 at 3:00 pm – Baptism of Calum McMillin w/Reception Hosted by Belles

Sat, July 23 at 4:30 pm – Confession

Sat, July 23 at 5:00 pm – Great Vespers

Sun, July 24 at 9:00 am – Matins

Sun, July 24 at 10:00 am – Divine Liturgy

Sun, July 24 at 10:30 am – Catechism Class (re-scheduled from July 17)

Sun, July 24 at 5:00 pm – Small Group Meeting

Mon, July 25 at 6:00 pm – Ladies Night Out @ Thai Tradition (650 N Carriage Pkwy)

Other Notes

(1) CLERGY SYMPOSIUM: From Monday, July 18, through Friday, July 22, I will be out of the office for the bi-annual Clergy Symposium at the Antiochian Village. Please feel free to contact me with any needs during that time.

(2) ST TIMON SUNDAY: Each year on the Sunday closest to the feast of St Timon, the first bishop of the Archdiocese of Bosra-Hauran in Syria, we celebrate our sister relationship with that archdiocese. During the Divine Liturgy we will commemorate all the clergy and people of the archdiocese, as well as Metropolitan Saba, their Archbishop. Unfortunately, over the years, that diocese has struggled greatly through the “civil war” in Syria and greater conflicts in the region. Consequently, we now take a collection for the archdiocese each year on this Sunday (although you may donate at any point during the year as well). If you would like to make a contribution this year, you can put your check or cash in the special designated tray on Sunday, July 24; or you may submit an earmarked check at any time to the office or in the collection tray. Checks should be made payable to St Mary, earmarked: St Timon. I thank you in advance for your generosity to helping our brothers and sisters in need. Dn James, the coordinator of the program for our diocese, will be providing us with updates on or near that Sunday.

(3) LADIES NIGHT OUT: All of our women are invited to the Ladies Night Out on 7/25. However, if you plan to attend, please RSVP to Robbie, rnamee@cox.net or 316-619-3366, by Monday Morning, July 25th, so they can let the restaurant know how many women to expect.

(4) TEACH ME THY STATUTES PODCAST: If you would like to listen to this week’s Teach Me Thy Statutes podcast (with Fr Aaron & Jason Ewertt), you can find it here: https://tmts.transistor.fm/.

(5) PASTORAL VISITS: If you would like a pastoral visit for any reason, or if you know of a family member/parishioner who needs a visit, please feel free to contact me via cell phone at 204-6725.

Yours in Christ,

Fr Aaron

 

Looking Ahead at St Mary (July 11 – 17)

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Beloved in Christ,

Below you will find this week’s schedule, as well as some important notes about upcoming events.

THIS WEEK: July 10 – 17, 2022

This Week: Regular Wed/Fri fasting.      

Thurs, July 14 from 7:00 am – 5:00 pm: Garage Sale for our 90th Anniversary “Children Are A Blessing” Fund

Fri, July 15 from 7:00 am – 12:00 pm: Garage Sale (tentative)

Sat, July 16 at 4:30 pm – Confession

Sat, July 16 at 5:00 pm – Great Vespers

Sun, July 17 at 9:00 am – Matins

Sun, July 17 at 10:00 am – Divine Liturgy

Sun, July 17 at 10:30 am – Catechism Class

Other Notes

(1) SUMMER GARAGE SALE DATE CHANGE:  Due to the overwhelming response to our request for donations, we are going to have the garage sale all day Thursday, July 14 and, if necessary, we will open in the morning and run it for a half day on Friday, July 15. Proceeds will go towards our “Children Are A Blessing” fund for Wichita’s Littlest Heroes. If you’d like to help with the sale or have any questions, please contact Laura Stanley or Tracy Namee. Thank you for your support!

(2) CLERGY SYMPOSIUM: From Monday, July 18, through Friday, July 22, I will be out of the office for the bi-annual Clergy Symposium at the Antiochian Village. Please feel free to contact me with any needs during that time.

(3) TEACH ME THY STATUTES PODCAST: If you would like to listen to this week’s Teach Me Thy Statutes podcast (with Fr Aaron & Jason Ewertt), you can find it here: https://tmts.transistor.fm/.

(4) PASTORAL VISITS: If you would like a pastoral visit for any reason, or if you know of a family member/parishioner who needs a visit, please feel free to contact me via cell phone at 204-6725.

Yours in Christ,

Fr Aaron

 

Looking Ahead at St Mary (July 4 – 10)

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Beloved in Christ,

Below you will find this week’s schedule, as well as some important notes about upcoming events.

THIS WEEK: July 3 – 10, 2022

This Week: Regular Wed/Fri fasting.      

  • Sat, July 9 at 4:30 pm – Confession
  • Sat, July 9 at 5:00 pm – Great Vespers
  • Sun, July 10 at 9:00 am – Matins
  • Sun, July 10 at 10:00 am – Divine Liturgy

Other Notes

(1) FR AARON OUT OF THE OFFICE: I am out of the office today through Thursday, July 7. However, please feel free to contact me for any pastoral emergencies or any other issues. I will be checking my e-mail, texts, and voicemail regularly.

(2) SUMMER GARAGE SALE DATE CHANGE:  Due to the overwhelming response to our request for donations, we are going to have the garage sale all day Thursday, July 14 and, if necessary, we will open in the morning and run it for a half day on Friday, July 15. Proceeds will go towards our “Children Are A Blessing” fund for Wichita’s Littlest Heroes. If you have items you’d like to donate, please bring them to the church NO LATER THAN SUNDAY, JULY 10. We cannot accept items after this date. NO CLOTHING, SHOES OR LARGE FURNITURE PIECES PLEASE! If you’d like to help with the sale or have any questions, please contact Laura Stanley or Tracy Namee. Thank you for your support!

(3) TEACH ME THY STATUTES PODCAST: If you would like to listen to this week’s Teach Me Thy Statutes podcast (with Fr Aaron & Jason Ewertt), you can find it here: https://tmts.transistor.fm/.

(4) PASTORAL VISITS: If you would like a pastoral visit for any reason, or if you know of a family member/parishioner who needs a visit, please feel free to contact me via cell phone at 204-6725.

Yours in Christ,

Fr Aaron