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Venerable John Climacus of Sinai, Author of “the Ladder”
Venerable John Climacus of Sinai, Author of “the Ladder”

Saint John of the Ladder is honored by Holy Church as a great ascetic and author of the renowned spiritual book called THE LADDER, from which he is also called “of the Ladder” (Climacus). There is almost no information about Saint John’s origins. One tradition suggests that he…

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Saint Sophronius, Bishop of Irkutsk
Saint Sophronius, Bishop of Irkutsk

Saint Sophronius, Bishop of Irkutsk and Wonderworker of all Siberia, whose family name was Kristalevsky, was born in Malorussia in the Chernigov region in 1704. His father, Nazarius, was “a common man in his affairs,” and the saint was named Stephen, in honor of the protomartyr Saint…

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Prophet Joad

Holy Prophet Joad came from Samaria and prophesied during the tenth century before Christ (See 1/3 Kings 13). The prophet was sent by the Lord from Judea to Bethel to denounce the Israelite king Jereboam for polluting his nation with idol worship. The Lord commanded the prophet, “Eat no…

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Apostle Sosthenes of the Seventy

The Holy Apostles Sosthenes was head of the Corinthian synagogue before his conversion. The Apostle Paul converted him to Christianity and made him his helper in his work. In addressing the Corinthian church, Saint Paul sent greetings from both of them: “Paul, by the will of God called to be…

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Apostle Apollos of the Seventy

In the Acts of the Holy Apostles we read the following: “A certain Jew named Apollos, born in Alexandria, eloquent and well-versed in the Scriptures, came to Ephesus. He was instructed in the way of the Lord; and being fervent in the spirit, he spoke and taught diligently the things of the…

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Apostle Cephas of the Seventy

According to Tradition, the Holy Apostle Cephas was Bishop of Iconium. No accounts of him have been preserved. It is assumed that he is the one who is mentioned by the Apostle Paul (1 Cor.15:5). Saint Cephas is also commemorated on December 8 and the Synaxis of the Seventy Apostles on January 4.

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Apostle Caesar of the Seventy

The Holy Apostle Caesar is also commemorated on December 8 and the Synaxis of the Seventy Apostles on January 4.

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Apostle Epaphroditus of the Seventy

The Holy Apostle Epaphroditus was Bishop of Adrianium (Italy). He was also a companion of Saint Paul who sent him to the Christians of Philippi. Saint Paul speaks about his hard work in the vineyard of Christ: “I thought it necesary to send you Epaphroditus, my brother and coworker and fellow…

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Saint Euboula, mother of Saint Panteleimon
Saint Euboula, mother of Saint Panteleimon

Saint Euboula, Mother of the Great Martyr Panteleimon (July 27), died peacefully around 303, before the martyrdom of her son.

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Venerable John the Silent of Saint Savva Monastery

Saint John the Silent Bishop of the city of Colonia, was a model of a good Christian life for his flock. Persecuted by the governor, he was deprived of the archbishop’s cathedra and went to the monastery of Saint Savva the Sanctified, where he was glorified in ascetic deeds of silence,…

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Saint Zosimus, Bishop of Syracuse

Saint Zosimus, Bishop of Syracuse, was born in answer to the fervent prayers of his parents, who were childless for a long time. When their son reached the age of seven, his parents sent him to a monastery to be educated. When the holy ascetic became an adult, he received monastic tonsure, and…

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The Meeting of the Mother of God and Saint Elizabeth
The Meeting of the Mother of God and Saint Elizabeth

The Meeting of the Most Holy Theotokos and Saint Elizabeth. The establishment of this Feast and the composition of the Service are the work of Archimandrite Antonin Kapustin (+ 1894), head of the Russian Orthodox Mission in Jerusalem. The Gorneye Convent in Jerusalem, built on the site of the…

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Confession schedule can be found in the bulletin OR by clicking here: Monthly Calendar For those who are hesitant to worship in person, Fr. David is available to meet with you, either at home or in church, to participate in the Sacraments of Holy Confession and Communion. Please email or call Fr. David to set up an appointment. 
 
All parish young adults (post high school throuhg 30) are invited to a Lenten Gathering at the parish rectory on Friday March 31st, following Matins & Atkathist to the Most-Holy Theotokos (approx 8:00PM.) Please join Father David in some light refreshments and an open discussion of whatever is on your hearts and mind. 
 
Annual Easter Bazaar - April 1, 2023 Weeks of hard work and prep are almost complete for our Annual Easter Bazaar. There will be Lenten and Paschal foods for sale, as will as arts and crafts for the upcoming holiday. Volunteers are needed! If you would like to help, please contact one of the co-chairpersons: Rebecca Kozak (973-634-7517) or Deborah Silowka (609-918-0249).  Look for further details in upcoming buletins - and please VOLUNTEER to work!  GLORY TO JESUS CHRIST! - GLORY FOREVER!
 
Lenten Activity Night  for all children and their families will be held in the hall on Sat. April 8 at 4:00PM. Join us for an evening of prayer, fellowship and learning as we get ready for Palm Sunday and Holy Week.
 
Our Annual Lenten Youth Sunday will be held on Palm Sunday, April 9 (PLEASE NOTE THE DATE CHANGE).  During the Liturgy, our young people will serve as readers, greeters, ushers and more; one of our high school graduating seniors will also preach. This is ons of the most energetic and spirit-filled services of the year, so be sure to attend.
 
Get ready! The Men's Club  is running an Atlantic City Bus Trip to the Resorts Hotel & Casino on Tuesday, May 2. Departure from the church parking lot on Whitehead Ave. is at 9:00AM. THe cost is $35.0/person, which includes $15 back in slot credit., as well as snacks and drinks. Hurry - book early! See any Men's Club member to secure your seat.
 
FOOD CARD PROGRAM : Food cards are available for various supermarket chains after Divine Liturgy, and do not cost any more than the face value of the card. The church receives a percentage as a free fundraiser! See Judy Znaiden in church or at jznaiden@optonline.net.
 
SAVE THE DATES: Lenten Youth Sunday (Apr. 9)... Paschal Visitation of Archbishop MICHAEL (Apr. 17)...  Paschal Cemetery Visitation/Provodnoye (Apr. 23)... Annual Pilgramage to St. Tikhon's Monastery (May 29)
 
MEETING DATES:

Church School: Classes will  meet Sun,

Altar Society: Mon, tbd @6:30 (Hall)

Parish Council: Mon. TBA @7:30PM (Hall)

Choir Rehearsal: TBD @7:00PM (Church)

Men's Club: Thurs, Apr. 20th @ 7:00 (Hall)


Friday, March 31st
6:00 Confessions
7:00 Matins and Akathist to the Most-Holy Theotokos
8:00 Lenten Gathering at the Rectory for young adults
Saturday, April 1st
9:00 Divine Liturgy
6:00 Confessions
7:00 Vespers
Sunday, April 2nd
Lenten Youth Sunday
9:00 Divine Liturgy
4:00 Deanery Lenten Vespers at Annunciation Church in Brick
Saturday, April 8th
6:00 Confessions
7:00 Vespers
Sunday, April 9th
PALM SUNDAY
9:00 Divine Liturgy
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