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+++ UPCOMING EVENTS
SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES IN THE ORTHODOX CHURCH SERIES: FORGIVENESS – Mon, Mar. 11
Fr. Thomas Mueller will deliver the last of six presentations of this year’s series. He will speak on FORGIVENESS this Mon, Mar. 11 at 7:00-8:15pm at Sts. Constantine & Helen - attendance by Zoom available at http://tinyurl.com/mocca24-sd. The year’s recorded presentations are at https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQaYd90uBOzymz3k04FkIQfLPGGIggo4c&si=Kj1p0kuTMHSSOQpB.
FANARI & LIGHTHOUSE REGISTRATIONS OPEN --- Mon, Mar. 11, 12:00pm
Fanari Summer Camp & Lighthouse registrations begin March 11 at noon. Fr. Ciprian & Pres. Maggie will be attending Week 5 (July 14-July 20). Lighthouse runs June 22-June 29. Register at: https://www.fanari.camp/summer-camp & https://chicago.goarch.org/lighthouse.
GOYA MINI-GOLF & PIZZA OUTING --- Sat, Mar. 16, 11:00am-2:00pm - See flyer for details.
Come play 18 holes of mini-golf & dress appropriately for playing outdoors! Prizes will be awarded & we will enjoy pizza together. Please RSVP to Helene or Kim (see flyer).
JOY OUTING --- Sun, Mar. 17, 1:00-3:00pm --- La Terraza - See flyer for details.
This event is for kids 7-12. We will be painting pottery, having snacks, and enjoying each other’s company. Please RSVP with Erica or Diana (see flyer)
FORGIVENESS VESPERS --- Sun, Mar. 17 --- Begin Lent with humility & forgiveness (attend)
6:00pm --- Sts. Constantine & Helen, Wauwatosa --- local
6:00pm --- St. Demetrios, Elmhurst, IL --- Chicago, His Eminence presiding
PARISH SURVEY & STRATEGIC PLANNING --- The Parish Survey results will be presented on Sunday, March 17 in the Media Room after Coffee Social (about 11:30am) and everyone is invited. The results will also be made available online and a similar presentation will be offered via Zoom on Thursday, March 21st at 7:00pm. >>>During the month of March, Fr. Ciprian will continue the work on Mission, Vision and Values. At the same time, the SP Committee will complete some assessments in preparation for Saturday, April 6th, when the entire SP Committee will meet in person with Steve and Dimi to further analyze the data as a group and rank our opportunities for growth. >>>During the month of April, the Vision Teams will be created and they will begin their work to design 24-36 month plans to strengthen our parish – the bulk of this work will be done and completed in the month of May.
CLEAN MONDAY --- DAUGHTERS OF PENELOPE ANNUAL LENTEN SUPPER --- Mon, Mar. 18
5:00pm Great Compline Service at Annunciation & 6:30pm Traditional Lenten Supper (see flyer)
SUNDAY OF ORTHODOXY: NO SUNDAY SCHOOL --- Sun, Mar. 24
Instead of leaving for Sunday School after Holy Communion, students will proceed downstairs to prepare for the Sunday of Orthodoxy Procession with the Icons.
FANARI LENTEN RETREAT --- Sat, Apr. 13, 2:00-8:00pm --- Annunciation
This Metropolis-wide Lenten Retreat is OPEN to all 5th-12th graders whether they have participated in a Fanari Camp or not in the past. The retreat will be a day in the life of camp, and will include: Worship, Orthodox Life, games, and much more! This retreat is regional and will have seven satellite locations throughout the Metropolis. Registration is $30 per person. Register NOW at fanari.camp/retreat or https://chicago.goarch.org/lentenretreat24-draft.
ANNUNCIATION COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT --- Sat, Apr. 20, 9:00am
Let’s give of our time and talents during Lent to super-clean our beloved church! Volunteers of all ages are asked to bring their muscle power, cleaning cloths, and dusters to make Annunciation spotless for Holy Pascha. Cleaning supplies will be provided.
LOCAL ORATORICAL FESTIVAL DAY --- Sun, Apr. 21 after the Divine Liturgy
All written work (Essays/Poems) and Iconography must be submitted to Annunciation Sunday School by April 14. Liturgical chant, song, and speech will be performed on April 21.
MYRHH-BEARING WOMEN SAINTS’ DAY & +DR. MARY P. HALLICK SCHOLARSHIP DINNER
Thu, May 16, 5:45pm at Alioto's Restaurant with Guest Speaker Fr. Panteleimon Dalianis: "Keeping Your Faith Through College.” Please respond to (262) 737-4398 by Tue, May 7.
+++ PARISH ANNOUNCEMENTS
Congratulations to Anthony Joseph Caravella, son of Greg & Lisa Caravella, for being baptized into the Orthodox Christian faith on Sat, March 9, 2024. His godfather is Andrew Caravella.
Congratulations to Konstantinos Peyton Stappas, son of John & Jessica Stappas, for being baptized into the Orthodox Christian faith on Sat, March 9, 2024. His godfather is Yianni Gliatis.
Congratulations to Andrew and Lia (Garekis) Mies, who are united and conjoined in the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony on Sunday, March 10, 2024. May their household always be filled with every good thing. Their Koumbara is Mary Fournogerakis.
2024 PHILOPTOCHOS MEMBERSHIP FORM --- Available in the Narthex & the Office.
2024 STEWARDSHIP --- The 2024 Stewardship Pledge Form is available on our website and here https://tinyurl.com/annunciation-2024-pledge. The printed form is available in the Narthex & the Office. Stewardship and other donations can be made online at https://tinyurl.com/annunciation-give-now. As of Fri, Mar. 8, 2024, we have 183 pledged steward households who have pledged $252,823.80; so far, we have received $77,763.90.
COFFEE SOCIAL --- Thank you to for signing up & hosting. If you would like to sponsor a Sunday in May or June (after Pascha, May 5), please contact the Office (414-461-9400).
BLESSING OF HOMES & BUSINESSES --- Please contact Elias Pagones, Father’s pastoral assistant, to arrange a time - eliaspagones@annunciationwi.org or 414-279-0377.
SATURDAY OF SOULS --- Forms to submit your list of deceased to be commemorated at the Saturdays of Souls throughout 2024 are in the Narthex and the Office.
2024 + DR. MARY P. HALLICK MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS PROGRAM --- Two (2) scholarships will be awarded to two Orthodox Christian women. Both awards of $1000 will be presented to 2 senior high school students furthering their education through one of the following: either an associate degree at a technical college or a degree from a college or a university. Applications are available at tinyurl.com/OCWA24Awards. Due Mon, Apr. 15.
+++ BEYOND OUR PARISH
SPIRITUAL RETREAT --- Sat, Apr. 13, 10:00am-3:00pm - Sts. Constantine & Helen, Wauwatosa
This FREE seminar will present the “Foundations and Pillars” strategy: the liturgical, sacramental, ascetical, and communal life of the Church. This inventory will lead you to areas of life you may need to address, rebuild, or reprioritize. RSVP at http://tiny.cc/April13Event.
MARTHA & MARY MATERNITY MINISTRY BENEFIT DINNER --- Thu, Mar. 14, 6:00pm
St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church, Des Plaines, IL
Join us as we work with moms in need, helping each to overcome her unique challenges as she prepares for motherhood. RSVP at MarthaMaryChicago.org, or call (317) 709-0168.
METROPOLIS FORGIVENESS VESPERS --- Sun, Mar. 17, 6:00pm --- St. Demetrios, Elmhurst, IL
His Eminence Metropolitan Nathanael will preside over Forgiveness Vespers. All are welcome!
LIGHT OF LENT PROGRAM --- Mar. 18 – May 5
Have the most spiritually enriching Lent possible! Earn points by attending & helping at services, doing charity work, and attending the Fanari Lenten Retreat. Designed for educators and parents to help the youth of our Metropolis to grow spiritually and to reflect on what Lent means to them. FREE resources at https://chicago.goarch.org/lightoflent/.
60th ANNUAL CHICAGO GREEK INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE --- Sun, Apr. 7
Halsted Street, Chicago, IL --- Parade Entry Forms are available in the Office.
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