Dear Friends,
What an incredible Sunday we had yesterday! The church was packed, it took over 30 minutes to distribute Holy Communion. Sunday school got off to a great start, we offered a prayer for college students, we met with ministry heads to set the yearly calendar and then last night, we had our best attended GOYA meeting EVER - 37 teenagers! Great day!
Here's what's happening this week:
1. Community Outreach - On Saturday, Aug. 20, we will help serve breakfast to those who need it the most from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Dowtown Tampa.
Sign up today!
2. Altar Boy Meeting - On Sunday Aug. 21,
after the Divine Liturgy in the church for one hour. We need one parent of each boy to be in attendance. If you haven't done so already, please register all Youth with our new online registration form.
3. Ministry Fair - On Sunday, August 21, in the Kourmolis Center after the Divine Liturgy. This is a good opportunity to learn more about our ministries and to get more involved in them. Check out our website to see what we have to offer.
4. Parish Directory Photos - We are updating our Parish Directory (with photos) after 10 Years in honor of our 60th Anniversary Celebration! Please take time to schedule your individual or family professional photo today. Everyone will receive an 8x10 Photo, copy of the directory and have an opportunity to purchase additional photos (great for gifts or Christmas Cards). Schedule your appointment time this week with the Church Office or directly with Jenny Paloumpis by emailing ajpaloumpis@verizon.net or calling (813) 382-5144. Available Dates to schedule your appointment are Aug. 27, 28, 29 & Sept. 24, 25.
5. Festival Meeting - On Monday, August 22 at 7:00 p.m. in the Kourmolis Center. Everyone in our community plays a critical role in making the Greek Festival a success and we look forward to hearing your ideas. If you missed my sermon yesterday, you can watch it on the St. John GOC Tampa Youtube Channel. Have a great week!
With love in Christ,
+Fr. Stavros
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