Fr. George Alexson - Presiding Priest Contact Us		January Services  Date      Day    Time     Service  January 1 New Year's    Sunday   8:45 AM 10:00 AM   Orthros Divine Liturgy January 5 Epiphany Eve   Thursday    8:45 AM   Royal Hours, Great Vespers Liturgy of St. Basil January 6 Epiphany   Friday    8:45 AM 10:00 AM   Orthros Divine Liturgy January 7 St. John the Baptist   Saturday   8:45 AM 10:00 AM   Orthros Divine Liturgy January 17 St. Anthony   Tuesday   8:45 AM 10:00 AM   Orthros Divine Liturgy January 18 Sts. Athanasios & Cyril   Wednesday   8:45 AM 10:00 AM   Orthros Divine Liturgy January 25 St. Gregory   Wednesday   8:45 AM 10:00 AM   Orthros Divine Liturgy January 30 Three Hierarchs   Monday    8:45 AM 10:00 AM   Orthros Divine Liturgy *Note on Partaking of Holy Communion at evening Liturgy: Please keep in mind and practice the rule of abstaining from any drink or food from noon until Communion is offered when participating in Holy Communion at evening Liturgy. Those who are ill or on medications are not required to observe this rule strictly. However, even they should abstain at least an hour or two before the beginning of Liturgy. The Sacrament of Confession: Fr. George is available on request for Confession. Please contact him by phone (703-314-6421) or e-mail (frgeorgeandrew@gmail.com).   Introduction To The Orthodox Faith - Part II This class is designed for those who want to examine the essential teachings, traditions and spiritual life of the Orthodox Church. It is required for all who are interested in embracing the Faith. Orthodox faithful who want to renew their knowledge of the Faith are also encouraged to attend. The class will meet at the Church and be guided by Fr. George A. Alexson, Presiding Priest on the following Wednesday evenings: January 25, February 1, 8, 15, 22, March 7 and 14. Class will begin at 7:00 PM and conclude at 8:15PM. January 25: The Ascetic Life; Between Spiritual illness and health February 1: Introduction to the Symbol of Faith and the Mysteries of the Church February 8: Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, Chrismation, Holy Eucharist February 15: Sacraments of Healing: Confession and Holy Unction February 22: Sacraments of Service: Priesthood and Marriage March 7: The Communion of Saints and Renewal of the World March 14: "I look for the resurrection of the dead and the life of the world to come"   "Our Company of Friends" PAREA (our company of friends) got together for the first time! Twelve of our parishioners joined PAREA for a great lunch! We ate and enjoyed each other's company, exchanged stories and laughs, and everyone had a fun, relaxing and wonderful time! We are all looking forward to next month's PAREA! Please know that our PAREA luncheon will always be on the 1st Tuesday of every month at a restaurant of our choice. All of the members of our Community are invited to participate in and enjoy a regular gathering for fellowship, conversation and fun! Let's create some new memories and offer encouragement and support to each other in times of need. Please note that our next luncheon will be on TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 7th, at 11:30 am at Delia's (128 Edds Lane, Sterling, VA 20165 - 703-444-1661). Please give Marina a call so we can get an idea of how many people will be joining us! We would love to see you there! Marina Blair (571-969-9234). View Invitation The Light - To Fos New issue of our newsletter, November/December 2011 now avaiable online.
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