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Events at St. Mary’s… and beyond!

Check the monthly Messenger, weekly Church Bulletin, and Church calendar for all upcoming events.

Campers chanting following Divine Liturgy

Led by Protopsalti Joseph Karos.
Sunday, July 12, 2026.

Summer Chant Seminar 2026

Protopsalti Joseph Karos, Instructor.

Seeker Sunday

Sunday, August 9, 2026 • 11:45 AM • Fireside Room

For those seeking to become Orthodox Christians, we are here to guide you. Join us on the second Sunday of each month at 11:45 AM in the Fireside Room. Following the Divine Liturgy, we’ll gather for a discussion and Q&A led by clergy.

• If you have questions or have specific topics you would like to discuss, please visit the Welcome Table after liturgy on Sundays or email: welcome@stmarysgoc.org

A Benefit Dinner for FOCUS Minnesota

Thursday, August 20, 2026, 6:00 PM

Love in Action, a benefit dinner supporting the work of FOCUS Minnesota, will take place on Thursday, August 20, 6:00 p.m., at St. Mary’s Greek Orthodox Church. Enjoy an evening of drinks, dinner, and dessert as we celebrate the impact being made in our community and the lives being transformed through Christ-centered service. Admission is free, and guests will be invited to make a meaningful contribution in support of FOCUS Minnesota’s ministry. We look forward to sharing this special evening with you. We kindly ask that you respond HERE. For more information, contact Dustin Hertzog at dhertzog@focusna.org

Sunday, August 23, 2026.

Blessing of the Backpacks…

…and Book Bags and Briefcases!

Students of all ages and teachers! Bring your backpacks to have them blessed and be ready for the start of the school year.

Classical & Byzantine Benefit Concert

Supporting St George Greek Orthodox Church & FOCUS MN

Saturday, October 24, 2026, 7:00PM

St. John the Evangelist Episcopal Church
60 Kent St, St. Paul, MN 55102

Greek Dance Practices Resumed June 1, 2026

Greek dance practices resumed on Monday, June 1, and continue through the summer months until our Greek Festival in September. We will be practicing dances for the performances at the Festival. All St. Mary’s youth, ages 6 to 18 years, are welcome to join. All veteran dancers (18+) are welcome to help with dance instruction. For info, please contact Tessie Bourdamis (tbourdamis@comcast.net).

Religious Education Schedule at St Mary’s

Check the Religious Education Schedule for St Mary’s Adult & Youth Classes, Bible Studies, Orthodox Catechism, & Other Educational Programs..