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Chicago Metropolis Choir Conference
Oct 11-13, 2024, Annunciation GOC, Milwaukee
Events at St. Mary’s… and beyond!
Check the monthly Messenger, weekly Church Bulletin, and Church calendar for all upcoming events.
15th Annual Byzantine Choral Festival Concert
Sunday, Oct 20, 2024, 5:00 PM
Attend a free concert of beautiful Byzantine Rite choral music at St Constantine Ukrainian Catholic Church. A Capella sacred choral music featuring five choirs: St. Herman’s Orthodox Choir, OCA; St. Katherine Ukrainian Orthodox Church Choir, UOC; St. Constantine Choir, UCC; Minnesota Minnesänger and Two Rivers Chorale.
- 515 University Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
- Parking in lot behind the church. Entrance on NE 4th St.
- Click HERE for more information.
Parish Night Returns!
Parish Night is a parish-wide event, once a month on the first Wednesday, from October through May, taking a break during Great Lent. Parish Night 2024/25 will resume on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, 6:15 PM. We’ll discuss the major feast days of the Church. Parish Night has something to offer for all ages. We wrap up for the evening at 8:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend!
Women’s Pilgrimage to St. Paisius Monastery, Jan 28-Feb 1, 2025
A small group pilgrimage to visit the St. Paisius Monastery in Safford, AZ is being planned for the end of January 2025. There is room for 8 pilgrims. The monastery does not charge us for our stay, however, it is proper to leave a donation if you can. The cost of airfare right now ranges from $400 – $550 and is subject to change. Tickets will be purchased at the end of October. There is also a cost for a rental van for the group. The cost of this van is determined by how many pilgrims attend. Please visit the monastery website and familiarize yourself with visitor information. Contact Sandra Anderson with any questions: asformess69@gmail.com or 612.940.8933
Religious Education Schedule at St Mary’s
Check the Religious Education Schedule for St Mary’s Adult & Youth Classes, Bible Studies, & Programs.
Women’s Bible Study, led by Fr. Jason, will resume meeting on the first and third Wednesdays of each month from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., beginning October 2. All women are invited to attend. Intercessory Prayer Group meeting will precede the Bible study.
Intro to Orthodox Christianity Catechism Class – Tuesdays, Sept 10- Nov 26, 2024, 7:00-9:00 PM
The Minnesota Eastern Orthodox Christian Clergy Association (MEOCCA) hosts two 12-week catechism classes throughout the year beginning in September and January. The Fall 2024 schedule, information, and registration is online HERE.
- When: Tuesdays, September 10 – November 26, 2024, from 7:00 – 9:00 PM.
- Where: Onsite at St George GOC or Online via Zoom (Links will be emailed before the course begins).
- Who: Anyone interested in learning more about Orthodox Christianity.
- Cost: FREE!
General Assembly Meeting & Pancake Brunch, October 27, 2024, 11:30 AM, Great Hall
Meeting: A detailed agenda will be available later in October.
Breakfast: Our church school students will host a pancake brunch after Liturgy on Sunday, October 27. This brunch is in conjunction with our Fall General Assembly. All are invited. The brunch is free, with a suggested freewill donation of $10.00. On the menu – pancakes, sausages, fruit, and beverages.
Stewardship Appreciation Glendi, Saturday Evening, November 9, 2024, in St Mary’s Great Hall
For our St. Mary’s members. Watch for more information.
Senior Citizens Meeting, Tuesday, Nov 12, 2024, Noon, Terrace Rm
Saint Mary’s Senior Citizens will meet on Tuesday, November 12, at Noon in the Terrace Room. We will be celebrating Jeanne Forchas’ 100th birthday and the Forchas family will be hosting lunch. Visit our Seniors webpage.
2025 Pilgrimages to Serbia.
Spring: May 1-May 12
Fall: September 23- October 5
Please consider joining one of the Serbian pilgrimage events in 2025! Icon Art Studios recently hosted two pilgrimages to Serbia. These experiences were extremely successful in the warmth and expertise of our host and tour guide from Belgrade/UB. “To go on a pilgrimage is to travel at a much deeper and life-changing level. It is to travel by searching for God, as God is searching for us.” The itinerary consists of visits to beautiful ancient and historical monasteries every day including visits to wineries and hotel spas. The history of Serbia is told through its ancient monasteries and medieval art. Tour begins and ends in Belgrade. Many Serbian cities are included. Please call or email Deb Korluka at 612.889.5860 or akorluka@aol.com for more information.