Embed Size (px)
Citation preview
2019 April WORD 1
“And the Word became flesh & dwelt among us, full of grace & truth.”
~John 1:14
April 2019
Liturgies & ReadingsUpcoming services
for AprilPage 2
Parish Council Strategic PlanningParish Assembly
Page 4
Fr. John’s Message Preparing for
Pascha Page 1
Sunday SchoolLazarus Saturday
Great Friday RetreatPage 10
Upcoming EventsGreek FestivalClean Up Day
Page 12
PhiloptochosMarch 2 Luncheon Academic Support
Page 6
N A T I V I T Y O F C H R I S T G R E E K O R T H O D O X C H U R C H
The Word
During Great Lent we are called to increase our prayer life and fast in order to grow closer to Christ. Lenten meals are prepared, multiple services are attended and our hearts are opened to improving our relationship with God. This is the true preparation necessary to properly and prayerfully experience Holy Week. After Great Lent, there is yet another 40-day period that the Church calls its faithful for their active participation. Themes of forgiveness, repentance, and fasting are replaced with joy, victory and life. Through Christ’s Crucifixion and Resurrection, simple meals are now feasts, somber services are now joyous praise, and a tranquil demeanor is now jubilation in the risen Lord.
During the year 1969, the Greek Orthodox faithful of Marin and Sonoma Counties were also called to grow closer to Christ. Dreams were cultivated, multiple meetings were attended, and their hearts were opened to improving their relationship with God. This was the true preparation necessary
to properly establish a Church community in Marin County. Now, 50 years later, Nativity of Christ again calls its faithful for their active participation. Through the faith, hard work and sacrifice of our founding stewards, blue prints are now built facilities, and what once was a prayer of hope, is now 50 years of gratitude for God’s many blessings.
St. John Chrysostom in his Paschal Homily exclaims that regardless of one’s preparation during Great Lent, everyone should rejoice and take part in this radiant festival of Pascha. He states, “For the Master is generous and excepts the last even as the first.” These words welcome the multitudes that gather at Anastasi despite the sparsely filled pews during Lenten services. It is also an invitation for all of us to celebrate our Parish’s 50th Anniversary. Regardless of whether someone was here for the first ground breaking service or has recently began worshipping at Nativity of Christ, everyone is called to celebrate!
For these reasons, celebrating the feast of Pascha at Nativity of Christ on Sunday, April 28 for the 50th Anniversary is so significant. In 1969, thousands of faithful gathered at a local park for Pascha and now in 2019, we are able to celebrate on our own, picturesque grounds; a testament to the work and sacrifice of our founding stewards. As we have gathered for Great Lent and Holy Week as a community, I also pray that we gather on Pascha to celebrate our Lord’s Resurrection. The light of faith we carry however is not just for Pascha, not just for our 50th Anniversary, but for all the years that our community continues to grow closer to Christ.
May we continue to prepare for our Lord’s Crucifixion as our founding stewards prepared for the establishment of our Church community and may we celebrate our 50th Anniversary as the saints joyously celebrate the Resurrection of our Lord. Kali Anastasi!
2 2019 April WORD
All Divine Services on Sundays and weekdays begin with Orthros at 8:30am followed by the Divine Liturgy.
Please make every effort to attend these worship services on time.
April Services and Readings
Fri Apr 5 4th Salutations Isaiah 29:13-23/Genesis 12:1-7 Proverbs 14:15-26
Sun Apr 7 St. John Climacus Hebrews 6:13-20 Mark 9:17-31
Mon Apr 8 Great Compline Isaiah 37:33-38:6/Genesis 13:12-18 Proverbs 14:27-15:4
Wed Apr 10 Pre-Sanctified Liturgy Isaiah 14:4-14/Genesis 17:1-9 Proverbs 15:20-16:9
Fri Apr 12 Akathist Hymn Isaiah 45:11-17/Genesis 22:1-18 Proverbs 17:17-18:5
Sun Apr 14 St. Mary of Egypt Hebrews 9:11-14 Mark 10:32-45
Mon Apr 15 Great Compline Isaiah 48:17-49:4/Genesis 27:1-41 Proverbs 19:16-25
Wed Apr 17 Pre-Sanctified Liturgy Isaiah 58:1-11/Genesis 43:26-31 Proverbs 21:23-22:4
Sat Apr 20 Lazarus Saturday Hebrews 12:28-29; 13:1-8 John 11:1-45
Sun Apr 21 Palm Sunday Philippians 4:4-9 John 12:1-8
Sun Apr 28 Pascha Acts 1:1-8 John 1:1-17
Mon Apr 29 St. George Acts 12:1-11 John 1:18-28
The Monthly WORDIf you do not receive WORD in the mail and would like to, please contact the Church Office and we will add you to the mailing list for our monthly newsletter.
Lazarus SaturdayThe icon of the Saturday of Lazarus shows Christ calling His friend to come out of the tomb. Lazarus is coming forth from the tomb, still bound in the strips of burial cloth. His sisters, Mary and Martha are bowing before Christ, expressing both their sorrow in the death of their brother, but also their faith in Christ as the Messiah and Son of God. Next to them is someone who has followed the request of our Lord and removed the stone from the door of the tomb.Standing with Christ are his disciples who are witnesses of this miracle, a true manifestation of the power of God that would bring them assurance during the Passion of our Lord.In the center of the icon is a person who represents the crowd who also witnessed the miracle. Some believed, but others went and told the Pharisees and chief priests who continued their machinations to bring about the arrest of Christ and His death. The walled city of Jerusalem, where Christ will arrive in triumph the following day, is depicted in the background.
2019 April WORD 3
Holy Week Calendar
Saturday, April 20Saturday of Lazarus Liturgy: 8:30 am
Sunday, April 21Palm Sunday Liturgy: 8:30 amBridegroom Service: 7:00 pm
Holy Monday, April 22Bridegroom Service: 7:00 pm
Holy Tuesday, April 23Pre-Sanctified Liturgy: 8:30 amBridegroom Service: 7:00 pm Holy Wednesday, April 24
Holy Unction : 3:00 pmMystical Supper: 7:00 pmHoly Thursday, April 25Divine Liturgy: 9:30 am
Procession of the Cross: 7:00 pmHoly Friday, April 26Royal Hours: 8:30 am
Descent of the Cross: 3:00 pmLamentations: 7:00 pm
Holy Saturday, April 27Divine Liturgy: 9:30 am
Matins, Resurrection Service and Divine Liturgy: 11 pmPascha Sunday, April 28
Agape Vespers: 11 am
4 2019 April WORD
Parish Council Update
FestivalWe have completed all the pre-cooking and will be working on completing and fulfilling all Volunteer slots for the week of and entire weekend of the Festival. Thanks to all the Volunteers who have worked these past two months. If you want to volunteer the week and weekend of the Festival, p l e a s e c o n t a c t R o s e H u n t e r ([email protected]) Festival weekend is May 24, 25 and 26 this year.
The Spring Parish AssemblyHeld on Sunday, March 10, 2019 in the Fellowship Hall. We were excited to receive the information on the Parish Strategic Plan, the Facilities Report, Stewardship, the Festival and the growing and expanding Parish Ministries. In addition, the Board of Auditors found the financial statements in order and in compliance with General Accounting Principles. The Parish’s financial condition is excellent.
Great Lent, Holy Week, and PaschaWe hope to see all of you during our Lenten Journey together as we pray, fast, and worship. Holy Week offers us an intense time of prayer and fasting as a Parish as we anticipate His glorious Resurrection.
50th AnniversaryWe continue to celebrate our 50th Anniversary through the Liturgy at the Elks as well as the Philoptochos Fashion Show. This 50th year allows us to be thankful for all that the Parish has done and enjoy fellowship as we look both at our wonderful past and future. Excitement is building for the next celebration at the Pascha Picnic. We look forward to spending time with our Parish Family.
Strategic PlanAs we commemorate our past, we should also be excited to dream towards our future through the Strategic Plan. The Strategic Planning process started as we were working on several projects and decided to stop, step back, and look at all Parish needs; both ministries and facilities. The purpose of the Strategic Plan is to set priorities and focus energy and resources as the entire Parish works for a common goal. Many parishioners have suggested over 20 different projects or ministries they would like to see at Nativity. The Strategic Plan is necessary to see what we are going to do, what it costs and what we can raise to not incur any debt and continue a healthy and spiritual Parish. We encourage ALL parishioners to give their input one on one with Strategic Planning Committee and Parish Council members, to attend the Saturday, April 13 Workshop, to participate in the Confidential Survey and to attend the Special Parish Assembly on the Strategic Plan. “Every Great Dream Begins with Dreamers.” We want to encourage the entire Parish to “Dream” together.
We need YOU to Please complete the Strategic Planning Survey by April 5, and attend the Saturday, April 13 Workshop from 10-2. Please contact Spiro Stratigos ([email protected]) to ask any questions.
2019 April WORD 5
Why am I involved in the Strategic Planning Process? By Vicki KalabokesAs I continue my personal relationship with God, I continue to try to help people and improve the experience everyone has at our religious campus. I am very visual and spiritual so I am conscious of how people enter God’s House and other areas of the campus. We need to be inviting people to the joy of worshipping Jesus Christ by having a warm welcoming environment for all who want to worship or engage in Fellowship. I feel we need to have healthy Ministries to engage more people with Jesus Christ and Orthodoxy. Having the youth comfortable and engaged in our faith is high on my list.Strategic Planning was an integral part of my professional career so it was only natural that I could share my professional knowledge to benefit our Church. I know from experience that developing a strategic plan at our Church can achieve success. I have seen many organizations not implement successful plans and I know those pitfalls. I have learned that we have to have specific attainable and realistic goals that we can complete in a timely manner and that can be measured.We also need to dream and have a clear vision by ALL in our parish to be successful. I hope all of you will, join me and the entire Parish in developing our vision for the future of our Church.
Strategic Planning
Every Dream Begins with Dreamers
Parish Strategic Planning Workshop
Come and give input on this very important plan for our church.
Saturday, April 13 10am-2pm
Sunday, April 21Fellowship Hall Immediately following Divine Liturgy
Complete Fish Dinner (salmon, pasta, vegetable, salad, bread, dessert, and wine)
Adults $20.00Students 6-16 $10.00Children 5 and Under FreeProceeds to benefit the work of the Nativity of Christ Church Philoptochos Society.
Palm Sunday Luncheon
6 2019 April Word
50th Anniversary CelebrationOn March 2 we held a Bridal Gowns through the Years Fashion Show and Luncheon to celebrate, and it truly was a celebration – so many past, present and future Philoptochos Ladies working together. 30 wedding gowns were modeled with the oldest gown dating back to 1929. In addition to our 30 wedding gowns, we had six flower girls and one adorable ring bearer. The hall looked beautiful and our hardworking servers were incredible. Bravo to Nia Kosmas, chair and organizers Vicki Kalabokes, Pat Kamages, Irene Meehan and Rose Hunter – our set up team, models, the Ladies allowing us to feature their wedding gowns, flower girls, ring bearer and servers – this was truly a wonderful event. Our MC was Effie Fourakis; bouquets were donated by Cathy Selmi and favors were donated by Gigi Medhan. We plan to feature a slideshow of the event at an upcoming Fellowship Hour – we will have notices sent out. The Executive Editor of the Hellenic Journal was in attendance and will be doing a feature article on this event in their April edition.Philoptochos Academic Support ProgramEvery year Philoptochos has three, $1000 Academic Support scholarships available to graduating high school students, continuing college students or returning students whose families are stewards of our church. Students must carry at least 12 units (8 units for graduate students). The application with grade and transcript requirements as well as the written narrative and character reference instructions are available in hard copy at the church office or by email request to Susan Stockton at [email protected]. The application with all supporting documentation must be submitted by Sunday, May 19. While we encourage all eligible students to apply, preference will be given to first time applicants. Scholarships will be awarded at the Recognition Fellowship Hour on Sunday, June 2nd.Board ElectionsWe will hold elections for Board Members in May. Anyone interested in serving on the Philoptochos Board, please contact any current Board Member. Need A Ride To Church?Or any church activity, please contact any Philoptochos Board Member and we will arrange a ride for you.
MembershipHere’s a friendly reminder to those who have not yet joined or renewed their membership with Philoptochos. This vital ministry of the Greek Orthodox Church in America relies on the support of each parish. Attendance at meetings is not necessary. However, consider sharing your time or talents for one event a year to raise money for charities. You’ll surely make a new friend and your heart will fill with the joy of giving. Please see any board member to join.Fellowship Hours
Each week, we offer refreshments to our community during Fellowship Hour. All food items are donated by Philoptochos members and our chapter underwrites the cost of the coffee, cups and other supplies. These supplies have increased in cost over the years. The monies that are received weekly, continue to be less than the cost of our supplies for that day. We would like to recommend a minimum $2.00 per person donation to help us cover the cost of the supplies. Fellowship Hours are small fundraisers that helps your Philoptochos support our many charities. Please keep in mind those who benefit from Philoptochos when contributing for your coffee and snack.
Hosting a fellowship hour is a great way to honor a family member or special event. Hosting a fellowship hour means that you provide snacks of your choice. Philoptochos members make the coffee and set-up the food/coffee tables. Contact Debbie Kokalis (415) 367-5252, if you would like to host a fellowship hour.
Philoptochos
Philoptochos Dates to Remember:Tuesday, April 2: Board Meeting, 6:30 PMTuesday, May 7: General Meeting / Elections, 6:30 PMSunday, May 19: Philoptochos Academic Support Program Applications DueSunday, June 2: Recognition Fellowship HourTuesday, June 4: Board Meeting, 6:30 PM
2019 April WORD 7
50th Philoptochos Bridal Luncheon
8 2019 April Word
Sunday of OrthodoxySunday, March 17
”This is the Faith of the Apostles! This is the Faith of the Fathers! This is the Faith of the Orthodox!” An inspiring Sunday of Orthodoxy with our youth processing icons and Marina Scanagatta and Constantine Mavromihalis participating in our Parish St. John Chrysostom Oratorical Festival.
StewardshipStewardship“One day, a person complained to his priest that the Church and Christianity is one continual “give, give, give.” To which the priest replied, “Thank you very much for the finest definition of Christianity I have ever heard. You’re right, Christianity is all about a constant “give, give, give.” God giving His only Son to the world to show His unconditional love. His Son Jesus giving His life on the cross to forgive our sins and destroy death. Then our Lord’s disciples giving all they had to make sure God’s Good News of love was preached to all people everywhere. They not only gave away their homes and businesses, but even gave up their lives as martyrs in gratitude to God!It is by offering our blessings back to God that He will be able to continue His forgiving, healing, liberating, empowering, transfiguring, loving ministry through the Church. For God, Infinite though He is, has chosen to work through us, through our gifts, to continue His saving work in the world today. “Fr. Anthony M. ConiarisThank you to all who have made their 2019 commitment, your support is vital. We currently have 190 stewards. Please complete the Stewardship form today with your time, talent, and treasure donations for 2019. Stewardship is your relationship with God. Only you know what your relationship is.
2019 April Word 9
Pascha Picnic
01 2019 April WORD
Sunday School
Suggested Donation$15 per person
$10 for 6-18 years old5 and under free
We look forward to seeing you all then!
A Benefit for the Nativity of Christ Greek School
Lazarus Saturday Liturgy, Palm Cross Making and Pancake Breakfast, Saturday, April 20th
Sunday School Families, let’s pray together in Liturgy and then meet in the high school classroom to fold palm crosses and have breakfast together. Dads, uncles, and granddads, are asked help bring and prepare the batter, flip pancakes and serve. Please contact Patrick Fuss 530-219-2129 to volunteer to help prepare & serve breakfast. We will also need families to bring fruit, syrup, juice and non-dairy toppings to share. Look for a sign up coming soon.
Orthodox Paschal (Easter) Hymn and GreetingDid you know that on Pascha (Easter) and for every Sunday until Pentecost, we sing the hymn “Christ is Risen!” on Pascha and for 40 days afterwards we in the Orthodox Christian Church greet one another with Christ is Risen! Truly He is Risen! This is not just a one day greeting; this is our salutation of joy and a true expression of our faith from Pascha to Pentecost! Let’s greet each other with joy from Pascha to Pentecost knowing indeed Christ is Risen!All of us on the Nativity Sunday School staff wish you a blessed Lent and a joyous Pascha! With love in Christ, Christina Thomatos
April Sunday School Dates
Sunday, April 7 and April 14: Classes meet after communionSaturday, April 20: Saturday of Lazarus Liturgy, Palm Cross making and Pancake breakfastSunday, April 21: Classes meet; classes participate in the Palm Sunday processionFriday, April 26: Great and Holy Friday Youth RetreatSunday, April 28: Pascha! No Sunday School. Agape service and pascha picnic with activities for the kids.
“This is the day which the Lord has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it” Psalm 118:24Lenten Challenge for all youth this month!Our Sunday School, Greek School and Minoan Greek Dance Students have teamed up together this month to take the Lenten Challenge for Project Mexico. The children in our youth ministries are practicing love in action to help the boys of the St. Innocent Orthodox home for boys in Baja, California by gathering much needed supplies for the orphanage. Our students have committed to putting together 6 food cases. All parishioners are invited to help us with this worthy cause. Watch for the sign up genius to help the orphans of St. Innocent. All supplies need to be brought to church by Palm Sunday, April 21st.Please contact Christina Thomatos 415-305-5839 or Andy Stenros 707-971-0132 or send an email to [email protected] for more details and to help out.For more information on Project Mexico and the work done at St. Innocent Orphanage, check out the link: www.projectmexico.org
2019 April WORD 1 1
Upcoming 50th Anniversary Festivities and EventsIt is a pleasure to honor those who have been part of Nativity’s history from the founders and volunteers through the 50 years to today.Agape Service and Pascha Picnic: Sunday April 28, 2019: The picnic will be held on the Church Grounds after the Agape Service in the Church. Leg of lamb, orzo, salad, bread, water, sodas, and lemonade will be provided to each attendee. There will be a DJ and lots of kid’s activities. The cost is $25 per person, ages 5-12 $10, and under five free. There will be seating under the oak tree on the picnic tables and under a tent on the large patio. Kathy Marshall is the Chair. Reservations are required. See flyer on page 9. The Other 50th Anniversary Events include the Marin Greek Festival: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, May 24, 25, & 26 on Church Grounds; St. Vincent’s Liturgy: July 2019; and the 50th Anniversary Gala Celebration: Sunday, October 13, 2019. The Gala will have Historical Photos that will be displayed all evening. There will be music and dancing and a Commemorative Book. A Celebration of our Parish, Past, Present, and Future. We are
Lenten LiturgiesOn Wednesday, March 13, after Pre-sancitified Liturgy with His Eminence Metropolitan Gerasimos, Dean Karnazes spoke to the community about his experiences running and how his approach is synonymous with our Lenten journey.
50th Anniversary
Journey to FullnessApril 3 and 17 at 7:30 pm
Join Fr. John and fellow stewards to embark on A Journey to Fullness: a video series to help i n t ro d u c e t h e richness and fullness of the Orthodox Christian Faith. On Wednesday evenings at 6:30 pm, there will be a v ideo presentation on a certain topic by Fr. Barnabas Powell. Questions and discussion with Fr. John will follow.
Bible StudyApril 2, 16 and 30 at 10am
Come and participate in Bible Study with Fr. John to continue studying St. Paul’s Epistles.
21 2019 April WORD
2019 Greek Festival Food Preparations CalendarFriday, April 5: Melomakarona 9am
Thursday, May 2: Kataifi 9amFriday, May 17: Kourabiethes 9am
Monday, May 20: Baklava 9amTuesday, May 21: Food Preparations 11am
Wednesday, May 22: Food Preparations 9amThursday, May 23: Food Preparations 9am
Please refer to the Church Calendar on our Website for changes to the above schedule.
Marin Greek Festival
VolunteersPLEASE do not wait to be contacted – reach out to members of the committees. We will post a listing of coordinators in the Fellowship Hall with contact information. We NEED each and every one of you to help this Village succeed.CookingTiropitas, Pastichio, Moussaka, Galatoboureko and Diples were completed in March. Thank you to all who assisted. Please see scheduled cooking dates for the completion the remaining items – join us – it takes a Village!Flash MobsWe are currently seeking venues to hold Flash Mobs in May. If anyone has any ideas, please contact the festival coordinators or the church office.ExhibitorsPat Kamages has contacted previous exhibitors as well as a number of new vendors. MarketingThe City of Novato has been contacted regarding hanging our festival banner downtown Novato. The bus signs will be ‘rolling’ one month before the festival. Christ Kamages and his team are working on the Greek Week schedule. Mailings and Press Releases to begin in early April.EntertainmentIn addition to preforming throughout the Festival, the Minoans will perform a special wedding suite this year.Underwriting and SponsorshipsA mailing has been completed and the coordinators have been contacting donors. If you are interested in underwriting a booth / event, please contact the committee.Set UpAll rentals have been ordered! The 2018 revised festival layout simplified setup and breakdown of the festival for this year and the future.
Greek Wine TastingA preliminary wine tasting will take place the first week of May to determine which Greek wines will be featured at the Greek Wine Bar. We have contacted a Greek Wine importer and asked him to do a presentation during the festival to discuss the appellations and varietals of Greece.
Savory UpdatesLoukaniko will be cooked in the back of the kitchen with the other meats and served in the food line. We will not be serving Haloumi this year, as we were not able to find a coordinator for that item.Speakers/PresentatorsDean Karnazes will be speaking on Saturday, May 25th. Rip Kastaris, iconographer, has been contacted. Christ Kamages will do a presentation on Aghia Sophia. We are working on confirming additional speakers / presenters.
Nico Haris, Rose Hunter & Vicki Kalabokes - Festival Co-ordinators
2019 April WORD 13
Marin Greek Festival
Festival Food Prep Days Thank you to all those who helped prepare tiropites, eggplants, the meat sauce and pastichio! Join us for all the upcoming preparation days for our Festival!
14 2019 April WORD
Upcoming EventsNativity of Christ Parish Event at Greek Heritage Night
PleasejoinourNativityParishwithParishesofOaklandandCastroValleytocelebrate Greek Heritage at the Oakland Coliseum. We will be sitting alltogetherintheFieldSectionsonleftfieldside.InordertositwithourgroupyouwillneedtobuyyourticketatthelinkbelowbyTuesday,April30,2019
When:Friday,May31,2019(DeadlineforgroupticketsisTuesday,April30,2019)Where:OaklandColiseumTime:
5:00pm-Pre-GamepartyinChampionshipPlaza6:40pm-DancersfromAscensionCathedral,ChurchoftheResurrection,NativityofChristandotherswilldanceonthefieldbeforethegame.7:07pm-GameStarts
Pleasebuyyourticketstoday.Aportionoftheticketpricewillbe donated back to our Church. Ticket price includescommemorativet-shirt.
Clean Up Day
10am-3pm Saturday, April 6
Come help Prepare our Grounds inside and out for Pascha
A light lunch will be served. For more information contact:
Spiro Stratigos, [email protected] or Vicki Kalabokes, [email protected]
2019 April WORD 15
61 2019 April Word
Presiding Priest Fr. John & Pres. Stephanie Kocolas
Priest Emeritus Fr. Constantine & Pres. Kay Efstathiu Pres. Evelyn Adams
Aaron, Steven & Eva Adams, Bill & Lisa Ambrosi, Alex Anderson, Francis Angelonides, Peter & Arlene Antonellis, Grigorios Antonis, Chris & Keri Argyres, Andreas & Joanne Balopoulos, Michael & Anna Barmperis, Ioannis & Tina Batbie, Donald & Barbara Bechaka, Sonia Bizani, Alexandra Blasingame, Dave & Katina Botaitis, Demetri Brzycki, Jeffrey & Tracy Langly Burrows, Bill & Floretta Camamis, Constance Dina Capetanos, Bill& Chrisoula Captainian, Ted & Connie Catel, Paraskevi Chyrklund, Chris & Elaine Corcoran, Bruce & Fran Cordellos, Dennis & Anna Couch, George & Katherine Cummings Nathan & Daphne Cunningham, Kenn & Elaine Daifotis, Kimon & Cindy Daifotis, Nick Delfino, Ken & Carrie Delis, Nicholas & Stephanie Della Cella, Joseph & Kathryn Kalabokes Demakas, George Demiris, George & Ray Diamond, Jason & Vickie Economy, Carol Efstathiu, Paul & Kristen Eggleston, Philip & Angela El-Far, Karim & Jasmin Eliopoulos, Sophia Evind, Thomas Fafoutis, Diane Ferber, John & Pamela Fotinos, Vivian Fourakis, Achilleas Fourakis, Vasilis & Effie
Fuss, Patrick Gagas, Charles & Claire Gavallos, Constantina George, Pete & Ann Georgeson, George & Debbie Geron, Marika Gikkas, Pete & Vickie Hatos Gikkas, Stephanie Giusti, Nonie Grey, Connie Haginicols, Charles & Amalia Hajopoulos, Kathy Haris, Nico & Nicole Hawes, Warren & Chris Hontalas, Chris & Susan Hundley, Courtney & Marilyn Hunter, John & Rose Hunter, Stacey Iannios, Demetrios & Manulani Kakleas, Jon & Michelle Kalabokes, Chris & Vicki Kalabokes, Matthew Kamages, Christ & Pat Kanas, Nick & Carolynn Karas, Tom & Eleni Karaszi, Mariska Kavantjas, Diane Keller, Ed & Karen Kocolas, Andoni & Alexia Kokalis, George & Debbie Kokalis, Nick & Lena Kosturos, John & Dolly Kozas, Anna Kozas, Tom & Angie Kuvelis, Dean & Denise Lagios, Michael & Sheila Lendaris, Antonia Lendaris, George Livadas, Carl & Stacey Livanos, Nicholas & Patricia Lynn, Thomas & Lucille Madias, Alex & Robyn Madias, Dino & Marti Madias, Michael & Laurie Manesis, Alexandria Mantalvanos, Alex & Maria Mancini, Anthony & Despina Marshall, Phil & Kathy Mavromihalis, Steven & Vickie Medan, Dushan & Gigi Meehan, Nicole Meehan, Thomas & Irene Mehas, Christine Messner, Mark & Cheryl Metallinos, Sophia
Morales, Marlon & Andrea Morphew, Forrest & Ephimia Morris, Susan O’Connor Wayne & Betty Orologas, Alexandra Orologas, Julie Orologas, Katerina Orr, Thomas & Beverly Panagotacos, James & Diane Pantazes, Katherine Papageorge, Christos & Despina Papanikolaou, George & Soula Papanikolaou, Marina Pappas, Maria Passaris, Michael & Meredith Passaris, Peter & Maria Passaris, Ted & Elaine Pauletti, Jeff & Alexandria Payea, Keith & Nicolette Perivolaris, Nick & Ellen Perivolaris, Sara Petrakis, Steve & Martha Pezzuto, Maria Pineda, Andy & Matina Seremetis Pinoris, Lloyd & Anastasia Porter, Bryan & Melina Powers, Bill & Kiki Taft Prokopakis, Johanna Psaros, Stamati & Eleni Rishwain, Darren & Pamela Roesner, Russell & Margarite Roland, George & Doris Rouman, Steve & Liz Sandoval, Irene Saris, Tony & Betty Scafidas, Anastasia Scanagatta, Roman & Eleni Scott, Anthony & Renee Selmi, Cathy Selmi, Helen Sideris, Stassie Simon, Kay Simos, Ted & Sophia Sklavos, James & Bessie Slenkin, Alex & Nancy Smernes, Kalliope Smith, Evdokia Smyrni, Anna Soeten Alexandra Sotiras, Erene Sotiras, George Sotiras, Maria Starling, Eric & Irene Stathis, Pete & Dina Stathis, Sophia Stavrinides, Nicholas &
Thalia Stenros, Stuart & Stella Stockton, John & Susan Stratigos, Spiro & Mary Kay Streutker, Dawne Tacticos, George Tangalakis, Odysseus & Joanna Thomatos, Dennis & Christina Tocmakidis, Penelopy Touras, Antonios & Antonia Trapalis, Arthur & Niovi Trapalis, Vicki Trevoledes, Patrice Triantafyllos, John & Laura Trimble, Paul Tsiplakos, George & Maria Tzafopoulos, Demetrios & Cindy Tzafopoulos, Nicholas & Vasiliki Tzagarakis, Martina Vallas, James & Judith Vlahakos, Nick & Georgia Vrattos, John & Francesca Walters, Charles & Amalia Walters, Jenny Walters, Scott & Karen White, Sonja Whittaker, Madeline Wildermuth, Anna Woods, Doris Xenelis, Nicholas Yakumithis, Michael Zaccardelli, Dennis & Kathryn Zaferiou, Paul & Phyllis Zahariudakis, Dimitrios & Charoula
2019 Pledged Stewards of Nativity of Christ (As of March 26, 2019)“All Things are Possible to the One Who Believes in Christ.”
2019 April WORD 17
The Word April 2019
Nativity of Christ Greek Orthodox Church1110 Highland DriveNovato, California 94949www.nativityofchrist.org
Change Service Requested
1969-2019 EventsApril 28
Pascha PicnicMay 24, 25, 26Greek Festival
JulyDivine Liturgy at St. Vincent’s
October 12 or 13Celebration Gala
Contact Angie Kozas [email protected] or Vicki Kalabokes [email protected]
for more information.
