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Pastoral Message from Fr. George for June 5, 2020
This Sunday is Pentecost & Thanksgiving Sunday for June!
1 – 2 – 3… Get set, let’s go!
That’s right, I invite parishioners to respond to 3 opportunities right now. The
first 2 must be done no later than 3:00 p.m. on Friday. Don’t delay, they are quick and easy.
1. Submit names of your deceased family and friends for me to read during our
Saturday of the Souls Memorial Service on June 6th using this link. Whether
you are attending the service in person or viewing livestreaming, I can
only read names you submit online (and not in person). It is quick and
easy.
2. Submit your June commemorations for Birthdays, Name Days, and Wedding
Anniversaries using this link for Thanksgiving Sunday on June 7th. Whether you
are attending in person or viewing livestreaming, parishioners must
submit special event(s) online. You can make your donation(s) using this
link.
3. Pre-register to join us for church services in person for either Saturday, June 6th
or Sunday, June 7th using this link. Last Sunday we re-opened our church
for a limited number of persons and there is plenty of space still
available. Remember, this Sunday is Pentecost Sunday and the day
before is the last Saturday of the Souls for this year when we will pray for
our deceased. Click here to Read and Agree to "Returning to Worship:
Important Information".
Church Re-Opening Guidelines
During the first phase of the re-opening of St. Christopher Church, a limited number of households will be permitted at each worship service by following two simple steps.
Extra services will be offered to accommodate our St. Christopher Parish Family if your first choice is not available.
Step 1: Click here to Read and Agree to "Returning to Worship: Important Information"
Step 2: Click here to "Pre-Register for Services"
*Please note that unless you pre-register, you will not be permitted to enter into the Church. We cannot accommodate walk-ins at this time.
To all the Faithfull and generous stewards of the St. Christopher HOC
Philoptochos members.
Throughout the years of our Parish History, we have always come to you and
ask you to do what you have done for many, many years. That is to offer a
helping hand in one way or another to your brothers and sisters in need.
You have always responded with selfless generosity. You have always been in
difficult times the beacon of helpfulness and kindness, of love and faith.
We would like to thank you for all you have done and for all you will do-
whenever and wherever need exists.
If you did not have the opportunity to sign up with our Philoptochos Chapter and
become a member there is still time to do so. We need you all to be part of our
Loving Philoptochos Society.
Please contact Dedee Panayis 817 690 6610, or email [email protected] or
even register online at www.saintchristopherhoc.org under the online giving
portal and select Philoptochos. Under memo please note membership.
Become a member of St. Christopher H.O.C Philoptochos Society today.
Last but not least we would like to thank the following people for being
members of our Philoptochos society and their contributions.
Fr. George & Presbytera Marinda Tsahakis Sakkas Effie
Butler, Becky & Steve Skouteris Julie & George
Christodoulopoulos Stella Sliwinski Claudia
Cromartie Cynthia Soulakos Tammy & Costas
Ericsson Gail Tagalos Alexandra
Kearns Dina Torres Julie & Victor
Kleto Susan Wilson Katie
Lungaro Georgia
Mac Dougall Pat
McGee Jeanie
Panagi Maria
Panayis Dedee & Kirk
Pelky Anna
Psihountas Helen & George
1As a prisoner of the Lord, I beg you to live in a way that is worthy of the people God has chosen to be his own. 2 Always be humble and gentle. Patiently put up with each other and love each other. 3Try your best to let
God's Spirit keep your hearts united. Do this by living at peace. 4All of you are part of the same body. ~Ephesians 4:1-4
Happy Summer!
While we are dealing with so much turmoil in our world, I would like to highlight
just a few of the positive works of our Philoptochos Chapter. Recently, we were
able to help several individuals, families, and response teams during the Covid-
19 Pandemic.
One Roof
Salvation Army
Fayette Samaritan
CARE
Our Father’s House
Real Life
National Philoptochos cares Covid-19 Response, Emergency Fund
We received several thank you notes but I would like to share one with you:
Hello, I hope this email shows the gratitude and thankfulness that I have in my heart right now knowing that my rent is covered and covered by people whom I never met. I am so thankful for your kindness and willingness to help a complete stranger. I know God is definitely in the blessing business and I’m glad my name was on that blessing.
The ladies hope that our Mother’s Day token was received. We really enjoy
sharing in this special day in person, but hope this reminds you that we are
thinking of you! Mary Ramsier Kirk we appreciate the special thank!
Best wishes for peace and health!
Your sister in Christ,
Helen Psihountas
Philoptochos President
Featuring….Georgia Lungaro, Philoptochos Member ‘Extraordinaire’
Georgia hails from Baltimore MD and has lived in New York. She has resided in
Fayetteville with her husband Charlie since 1996.
She is a past Board member of Philoptochos and always generously gives of
her time!
Things you may not know about Georgia:
• She is addicted to HGTV
• One of her favorite pastimes is dancing
• An avid reader, she loves authors Danielle Steele and Charles Martin
• She worked 30+ years in retail and now volunteers at Wellspring in
Peachtree City
• She has visited at least 10 states
• The farthest from home that Georgia has traveled is to Greece (Athens,
Santorini, Mykonos and her father’s homeland of Rion)
• She has 3 daughters and 4 grandchildren who reside in Georgia and
Florida
Quotable Quote from Georgia: ‘There’s nothing you cannot do!’
Are you Hungry? Are You craving
some Spinach or Cheese Triangles?
Our Philoptochos Society Ladies
made enough for everybody.
Recognizing the difficult times, we
are all going through, we are
reducing
(for a limited time) the price of
Spanakopita and Tiropita triangles to
make them affordable to everyone.
Order today a dozen Spanakopita, or
a dozen Tiropita triangles for ONLY
$6.
That is Half the original price. Get some for yourself, tell your friends and ask
them to Call Dedee Panayis 817-690 6610 or email her at [email protected]
Of more conveniently go online at www.saintchristopherhoc.org and place your
order there with easy online pay options.
Buy NOW Spanakopita or Tiropita triangles for only $6 per dozen while
supplies last.
Please help us Help others.
Faithfully,
Dedee Panayis
Treasurer
St. Christopher
Philoptochos Society
Opportunity for the Building Fund
Did you know that you can earn money for the Building Fund by doing nothing
more than your normal shopping on Amazon? That’s right! If you have St.
Christopher selected as your charity organization on Amazon Smile, we receive
a percentage of all sales made. All monies received from Amazon are
earmarked for the Building Fund to help us get to our Target goal that much
faster. It is very easy to activate, just use the link below.smile.amazon.com.
Click Image for Online Giving
For questions, please email [email protected]
or call the church office at (770) 347-7729.
Click here for Online Giving Instructions
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