Weekly Bulletin Aug 26, 2007

HOLY RESSURECTION ORTHODOX CHURCH

A Parish of the Carpatho-Russian Orthodox Diocese--Ecumenical Patriarcate

10201 Democracy Blvd Potomac, MD 20854

Fr. Peter Zarynow, Pastor (frzarynow@gmail.com)

Rectory Phone: 301-299-5120 Chruch Hall/Fax 301-983-0847 Web: www.holyresurrection.com

Sunday 26 August 2007

Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Venerable Maximus the Confessor

Epistle: I Corinthians 16:13-24

Gospel: Matthew 21:33-42

Tone Four

The Schedule of Divine Services for the Week is as Follows:

26 Aug. (SUN) 13^th Sunday after Pentecost

Confessions 8:45am

Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom 9:30am

Blessing of the Marriage: M/M Michael Fallon (#30), M/M Thomas Thear (#55)

Panachida: +Christopher Coe, by sister Cyndi Dzubak & family

Coffee Social to follow

28 Aug. (Tue) Feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God

Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom 9:00am

Blessing of Flowers & Herbs

02 Sept. (SUN) 14^th Sunday after Pentecost

Confessions 8:45am

Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom 9:30am

Blessing of Flowers & Herbs

Coffee Social to follow

Announcements:

Confessions will be heard on Sunday mornings from 8:45-9:15am and by appointment. All faithful are encouraged to come to the Sacrament every 8 weeks, on average, to help maintain spiritual health. This is especially for those who frequently “with Faith and with Love come forward” to receive the Body and Blood of Christ.

In case of emergency, if Father cannot be reached at the church or at the rectory, his cell phone number is 914-844-9057.

There will be a brief meeting of the Sunday School Faculty during the Coffee Social this morning. This is to give Father an update on classes.

A reminder to all parents: Sunday School Classes will begin on Sunday 9 September. Classes begin at 9:00am. Please make sure that your child(ren) are in class on time.

Any information for the bulletin should be given to Father by Thursday evening. Call the rectory, hand in a note or email.

Fr. Nectarios will be leading as tour to Greece from 5-11 November 2007. The tour will include stops at many holy & historical sites in Greece. Information on the tour and registration forms are available in the parish hall.

Do you miss being able to be at Divine Liturgy when you are sick at home and cannot make it to church? St. Nicholas of Myra Orthodox Church on 10^th St. in Manhattan has a solution. A toll-free number is available to be able to listen to the Liturgy LIVE over the phone every Sunday morning at 10am (summer schedule 9:30am). Simply call 1-800-910-3597. Enter code (2546685#) and state your name. The phone will mute so that you can hear them but they cannot hear you.

Please pray for the following: Metropolitan NICHOLAS, Fr. Ronald Hazuda, Fr. Stephen Dutko, Fr. Kenneth Bachofsky, Fr. Stephen Jula, Fr. David Wine, Fr. David Smoley, Fr. Lawrence Barriger, Fr. Paul Herbert, Pani Yvonne Lysack, Pani Kathy Dutko, Les Miller, Steve Sheftic, Rudy Kormanik, Jason Janowick, Lois Erhard, MaryAnn Muchesko, Ivan Pop, Carol Miller, John Kloss, Mary Kesselak, Marge Chica, Michael Hall, Ann Thear, Thomas Thear, Ronald Koval, Cindy Russell, Mary Matuga, Elaine Buchko, Dorothy Sudik, Amanda Matyok & baby, Ann Dahulich, Dolores Boyal, Jody Springman, Pauline Kopchak, Anthony Rich, Erin Rich, Elizabeth Prepelka, Dorothy Mastronicola, Niucholas Yacko, Olga Shurkala, Mildred Bartko, Donna Jakeway.

May the Lord Jesus Christ touch them with His Healing Hand!

Jr. ACRY Iraqi Children’s Project

The Jr. ACRY is collecting school supplies for Iraqi School children now through 16 September. The youth will assemble kits from the donated items and the kits will be sent to children in Iraq. Please see the flier posted in the parish hall for more information. The following specific items are needed:

Blunt-end scissors 12in. rulers with metric markings boxes of 12 pencils w/erasers

Small pencil sharpeners large erasers boxes of 12 colored pencils (no crayons—they melt!)

Folders w/inside packets loose-leaf notebook paper composition book zippered pencil bags

Saint Thomas Yard Sale Coming Soon: Our sister parish of Saint Thomas the Apostle in Waldorf will be holding
its annual Building Fund Yard Sale on Saturday, September 29th. The faithful of Saint Thomas are very appreciative of your past support, especially for your recent donation of rectory furnishings. If you have no-longer needed treasures at home that you would like to donate to this year's sale, please bring them to the church hall. To schedule a pick-up for larger items or quantities, please call Steve or Nancy Hall at (301) 627-4676. Last day for donations is Sunday, September 16th. Thank you again for your continued support.

As you can see, the woodwork is now being added to the icons on the walls. Please consider making a donation to help us reach our $20,000 goal this fall when the doors are finished. A donation form is located in the hall. Your donations now total $12,475 as of August 19. Thank you for your support! [$20,000-$12474=$7525 to go!]

Does anyone need boxes or cardboard, or even packing paper? If you do Father & Pani have plenty in the garage. Just ask during coffee hour and the garage will be opened for you.

Weekly Bulletin Aug 5, 2007

HOLY RESURRECTION ORTHODOX CHURCH

10201 DEMOCRACY BOULEVARD

POTOMAC, MARYLAND 20854

www.holyresurrection.com

Very Reverend Father Miles Paul Zdinak - (301) 299-5120, Hall & Fax - (301) 983-0847

August 05, 2007 “Gregorian” | July 23, 2007 “Julian”

9^th Sunday after Pentecost: 1 Corinthians 4:9-16 | Matthew 18:23-35

Services: July 30-August 4, Sundays: 9:30 a.m., Daily Liturgy: (as scheduled) 8:30 a.m., Eve of Feasts: 7 p.m.

There are no services scheduled this week.

Confessions can be heard on Sunday after the Divine Liturgy or prior to the Liturgy by appointment.

Mark The Date

Welcoming Reception for Father Peter Zarynow and his family on Sunday, August 19. Marie Sudik is coordinating the refreshments. Please tell her if you would like to help.

Eternal Memory

Anna Hrapchak, John’s Mother, fell asleep in the Lord on Thursday. There will be a viewing today from 2-4 & 7-9 with the Funeral Service at 7:30 p.m. Monday the Divine Liturgy will be at 10:00 a.m. at Ss. Peter & Paul in Central City, Pa. Please keep her and her family in your prayers.

Jr. ACRY Project

The Jr. ACRY is sponsoring a project through September 16, to collect school supplies for Iraqi children. We are asking parishioners to donate the

following specific items:

blunt-end scissors

12-inch rulers with metric markings

boxes of 12 new pencils with erasers

small pencil sharpeners

large erasers

boxes of 12 colored pencils (crayons melt)

packages of notebook paper

composition books

folders with inside pockets

zippered pencil bags

The youth will put kits together made from the donated items for individual children living in Iraq. Please see the flyer in the hall for more information.

Iconastas Project

There are donation forms available in the hall, which have information about the Iconostas Project. The project will extend the current woodwork and add doors. You can use this form to make a donation towards the project or use a regular envelope. A total of $10,102.20 has been donated.

Calendar Vote Information

The official tally of eligible votes was:
25 for a change of calendar.....................35%
37 against a change of calendar..............51%
2 abstained from voting ........................14% The rules approved at the annual meeting required 75%+1 for the motion to pass. This is the final report of the 2007 SEC.

Tour

Fr. Nectarios will be leading a tour to Greece in the autumn of this year from November 5 - 11. The tour will include stops at many holy and historic sites in Greece. Information on the tour and registration forms for the tour are in the hall.

God Bless

I would like to thank everyone for the wonderful years my family and I spent serving the parish of Holy Resurrection. We have been blessed with all the kindness you have shown towards us over the years. It would take volumes to account all the experiences that we have shared during our time together. I am very pleased with the movement in the parish in its mission in serving the Lord and neighbor. Your commitment to the youth, social concerns, and outreach is exemplary. The Lord pours forth His grace in abundance upon those who share His love, mercy, and charity with others. Your involvement with the area Orthodox communities and the diocese has set a great example of the scripture passage: “Let your light so shine before mankind that they may see your good works and give glory to God in heaven.” I look forward to watching these areas bloom, as each of us grows closer to God on the “Ladder of Divine Ascent.” All our love and respect to you, Fr. Miles, Pañi Elizabeth, Paul, & Juliana.

Fill-In

Fr. Joseph Woodill will be here next Sunday to celebrate the Divine Liturgy. Please contact Fr. Joseph Edgington at:703.532.8017 in an emergency.

Diocesan Pilgrimage

The Diocesan Pilgrimage will be held at Camp Nazareth on August 18-19. There will be an Anointing with myrrh from the miraculous weeping Icon of St. Ann the Mother of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The icon will be at the camp on Friday until Saturday afternoon. Please see the flyer posted in the hall for more information about the event.

Altar Boy Retreat Anniversary

The 50th Anniversary of the Diocesan Altar Boy Retreat will be held during the Diocesan Pilgrimage at Camp Nazareth. There are registration forms and schedules available in the hall for the event. So if you were ever an Altar Boy, this event is for you and your family. Registration forms need to be turned in by August 10.

Youth Sojourn

The Youth Sojourn will take place at Camp Nazareth on August 17-18. The main theme of the Sojourn is “Making Pilgrimage.” The youth will carry a cross to a clearing while praying as they go. They will plant the cross and have a Moleben service at the location of the newly planted cross. The importance of pilgrimages will be taught during the Sojourn. Registration forms are in the hall. The dealine for forms has been extented to August 8.

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IOCC

The IOCC Metropolitan Committee of DC invites everyone to participate in their upcoming Wine Tasting event being held at Saint Mark’s Church on River Road Saturday, August 18. The proceeds benefit IOCC. Information about the event is posted in the hall. Please see Randy Verbrugge if you have any questions regarding the event or about the Metropolitan Committee.

Parish Council

There will be a Parish Council meeting next Sunday, August 12. All members are asked to attend

Sr. ACRY

There will be a Sr ACRY meeting next Sunday, August 12. All members are asked to attend

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Weekly Bulletin July 29, 2007

HOLY RESURRECTION ORTHODOX CHURCH

10201 DEMOCRACY BOULEVARD

POTOMAC, MARYLAND 20854

www.holyresurrection.com

Very Reverend Father Miles Paul Zdinak - (301) 299-5120, Hall & Fax - (301) 983-0847

July 29, 2007 “Gregorian” | July 16, 2007 “Julian”

9^th Sunday after Pentecost: 1 Corinthians 3:9-17 | Matthew 14:22-34

Services: July 30-August 4, Sundays: 9:30 a.m., Daily Liturgy: (as scheduled) 8:30 a.m., Eve of Feasts: 7 p.m.

Thursday: Feast of the Holy Prophet Elias (Elijah) - 9:00 a.m.

Confessions can be heard on Sunday after the Divine Liturgy or prior to the Liturgy by appointment.

Congratulations

Our prayers and congratulations to Rudy & Martha Kormanik as they celebrate their 60^th Wedding Anniversary. May God grant to them many more happy & blessed years in His Peace!

Mark These Dates

1) Farewell Luncheon for Father Miles and his family next Sunday, August 5. Faith Breno is coordinating a catered lunch.

2) Welcoming Reception for Father Peter Zarynow and his family on Sunday, August 19. Marie Sudik is coordinating the refreshments. Please tell her if you would like to help.

Jr. ACRY Project

The Jr. ACRY is sponsoring a project from August 5 through September 16, to collect school supplies for Iraqi children. We are asking parishioners to donate the following specific items:

blunt-end scissors

12-inch rulers with metric markings

boxes of 12 new pencils with erasers

small pencil sharpeners

large erasers

boxes of 12 colored pencils (crayons melt)

packages of notebook paper

composition books

folders with inside pockets

zippered pencil bags

The youth will put kits together made from the donated items for individual children living in Iraq. Please see the flyer posted in the hall for more information on the project.

Iconastas Project

There are donation forms available in the hall, which have information about the Iconostas Project. The project will extend the current woodwork and add doors. You can use this form to make a donation towards the project or use a regular envelope. A total of $6,855.00 has been donated.

Calendar Vote Information

The official ballots have been counted last Sunday. The parish will remain on the Julian Calendar. More information will follow.

Tour

Fr. Nectarios will be leading a tour to Greece in the autumn of this year from November 5 - 11. The tour will include stops at many holy and historic sites in Greece. Information on the tour and registration forms for the tour are available in the hall.

Mission Team

Fr. Nectarios Trevino of our Manassas, VA, parish is traveling to Ghana with a mission team from the OCMC from August 1 through 20. The team will be under the protection of His Grace Damaskinos, Bishop of the Orthodox Diocese of Ghana. May the team’s time and work there be blessed and filled with the Grace of God. Our prayers are for Fr. Nectarios and the entire mission team. S’Bohom!

IOCC

The IOCC Metropolitan Committee of DC invites everyone to participate in their upcoming Wine Tasting event being held at Saint Mark’s Church on River Road Saturday, August 18. The proceeds benefit IOCC. Information about the event is posted in the hall. Please see Randy Verbrugge if you have any questions regarding the event or about the Metropolitan Committee.

Children’s Camp Fund

I would like to thank everyone who made a contribution to the Children’s Camp Fund. Your donations help get our youth to and from Camp.

ACRY Convention

Information for the members of the Jr. ACRY & Sr. ACRY for attending the ACRY Convention is available. Jrs., please see Chris & Michael Fallon or Fr. Miles.

This year’s convention will be held in East Pittsburgh, PA, over Labor Day Weekend, August 31-September 3. Registrations need to be sent in by August 11.

Youth Sojourn

The second Youth Sojourn sponsored by the Diocesan Apostolate for Youth will take place at Camp Nazareth on August 17-18. The main theme of the Sojourn is “Making Pilgrimage.” The youth will carry a cross to a clearing while praying as they go. They will plant the cross and have a Moleben service at the location of the newly planted cross. The importance of pilgrimages will be taught during the Sojourn. Registration forms are in the hall.

Diocesan Pilgrimage

The Annual Diocesan Pilgrimage will be held at Camp Nazareth on August 18-19. There will be an Anointing with myrrh from the miraculous weeping Icon of St. Ann the Mother of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The icon will be at the camp on Friday until Saturday afternoon. Please see the flyer posted in the hall for more information about the event. A sign-up sheet for meal tickets is posted in the hall.

Altar Boy Retreat Anniversary

The 50th Anniversary of the Diocesan Altar Boy Retreat will be held during the Diocesan Pilgrimage at Camp Nazareth. There are registration forms and schedules available in the hall for the event. So if you were ever an Altar Boy, this event is for you and your family. Registration forms need to be turned in by August 10.

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Weekly Bulletin July 22, 2007

HOLY RESURRECTION ORTHODOX CHURCH

10201 DEMOCRACY BOULEVARD

POTOMAC, MARYLAND 20854

www.holyresurrection.com

Very Reverend Father Miles Paul Zdinak - (301) 299-5120, Hall & Fax - (301) 983-0847

July 22, 2007 “Gregorian” | July 09, 2007 “Julian”

8^th Sunday after Pentecost: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18 | Matthew 14:14-22

Services: July 22 – 28, Sundays: 9:30 a.m., Daily Liturgy: (as scheduled) 8:30 a.m., Eve of Feasts: 7 p.m.

There are no services scheduled this week.

Confessions can be heard on Sunday after the Divine Liturgy or prior to the Liturgy by appointment.

Mark These New Dates

1) Farewell Luncheon for Father Miles and his family on Sunday, August 5. Faith Breno is coordinating a catered lunch.

2) Welcoming Reception for Father Peter Zarynow and his family on Sunday, August 19. Marie Sudik is coordinating the refreshments. Please tell her if you would like to help.

3) Special Parish Meeting Today. This is a short meeting to approve expenditures for improvements to the rectory.

Youth Conference

The Diocese had a delegation attending the Orthodox Youth Conference, which took place in Constantinople. Fr. Jonathan Tobias led the delegation. There is information and photographs on the Diocesan website as well as the site for the conference located at: youth.ecupatriarchate.org. We thank the good Lord for their safe journey and blessings during the event.

Iconostas Project

There are donation forms available in the hall, which have information about the Iconostas Project. The project will extend the current woodwork and add doors. You can use this form to make a donation towards the project or use a regular envelope. A total of $6,855.00 has been donated.

Calendar Vote Information

The official ballots have been handed out and the remaining ballots mailed. They must be returned Today. All are welcome to attend the counting. If you have any questions, contact an SEC member immediately. They are: Fr. Miles, Michael Buchko, Jr., Marie Sudik, Kevin Lindsay, and Mark Braun.

IOCC

The IOCC Metropolitan Committee of DC invites everyone to participate in their upcoming Wine Tasting event being held at Saint Mark’s Church on River Road Saturday, August 18. The proceeds benefit IOCC. Information about the event is posted in the hall. Please see Randy Verbrugge if you have any questions regarding the event or about the Metropolitan Committee.

Children’s Camp Fund

The parish Camp Fund helps defray the cost of transporting our children to Camp Nazareth. It is used to underwrite the cost of the van rental. Your donations help make the transportation possible. We thank everyone who donated to the fund.

Sunday School Teachers

There will be a Sunday School Teachers meeting Today. Schedules and materials for the coming school year will be set at this meeting. All teachers are asked to attend.

ACRY Convention

Information for the members of the Jr. ACRY & Sr. ACRY for attending the ACRY Convention is available. Jrs., please see Chris & Michael Fallon or Fr. Miles.

This year’s convention will be held in East Pittsburgh, PA, over Labor Day Weekend, August 31-September 3. Registrations need to be sent in by August 11. The Jr. ACRY will need delegates to represent the parish chapter.

Youth Sojourn

The second Youth Sojourn sponsored by the Diocesan Apostolate for Youth will take place at Camp Nazareth on August 17-18. The main theme of the Sojourn is “Making Pilgrimage.” The youth will carry a cross to a clearing while praying as they go. They will plant the cross and have a Moleben service at the location of the newly planted cross. The importance of making pilgrimage will be taught during the Sojourn event. Registration forms are in the hall.

Diocesan Pilgrimage

The Annual Diocesan Pilgrimage will be held at Camp Nazareth on August 18-19. There will be an Anointing with myrrh from the miraculous weeping Icon of St. Ann the Mother of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The icon will be at the camp on Friday until Saturday afternoon. Please see the flyer posted in the hall for more information about the event. A sign-up sheet for meal tickets is posted in the hall.

IOCC

The IOCC Metropolitan Committee would like you to save the date of November 18, for the Annual Benefit Dinner. The proceeds go directly to IOCC in their mission to help others in need. Please see the flyer in the hall.

Altar Boy Retreat

The 50th Anniversary of the Diocesan Altar Boy Retreat will be held during the Diocesan Pilgrimage at Camp Nazareth. There are registration forms and schedules available in the hall for the event. So if you were ever an Altar Boy, this event is for you and your family. Registration forms need to be turned in by August 10.

Weekly Bulletin July 15, 2007

HOLY RESURRECTION ORTHODOX CHURCH

10201 DEMOCRACY BOULEVARD

POTOMAC, MARYLAND 20854

www.holyresurrection.com

Very Reverend Father Miles Paul Zdinak - (301) 299-5120, Hall & Fax - (301) 983-0847

July 15, 2007 “Gregorian” | July 02, 2007 “Julian”

7^th Sunday after Pentecost: Romans 15:1-7 | Matthew 9:27-35

Services: July 16 – 21, Sundays: 9:30 a.m., Daily Liturgy: (as scheduled) 8:30 a.m., Eve of Feasts: 7 p.m.

There are no services scheduled this week.

Confessions can be heard on Sunday after the Divine Liturgy or prior to the Liturgy by appointment.

Congratulations

Our prayers and congratulations to Elaine & Michael Buchko as they celebrate their 50^th Wedding Anniversary. May God grant to them many more happy & blessed years in His Peace!

Youth Conference

The Diocese has a delegation attending the Orthodox Youth Conference taking place in Constantinople. Fr. Jonathan Tobias is heading the delegation. There is information and photographs on the Diocesian website as well as the site for the conference located at: youth.ecupatriarchate.org. Please keep them and all attending in your prayers during their stay and travels.

Iconostas Project

There are donation forms available in the hall, which have information about the Iconostas Project. The project will extend the current woodwork and add doors. You can use this form to make a donation towards the project or use a regular envelope. A total of $6,855.00 has been donated.

Calendar Vote Information

The official ballots have been handed out with the remaining ballots being mailed. At any time, ballots can be turned in, but only to an SEC member. They must be returned by counting day, July 22. All are welcome to attend the counting. If you have any questions, contact an SEC member immediately. They are: Fr. Miles, Michael Buchko, Jr., Marie Sudik, Kevin Lindsay, and Mark Braun.

IOCC

The IOCC Metropolitan Committee of DC invites everyone to participate in their Wine Tasting event being held at Saint Mark’s Church on River Road Saturday, August 18. The proceeds benefit IOCC. Information is posted in the hall. Please see Randy Verbrugge if you have any questions.

Children’s Camp Fund

The parish Camp Fund helps defray the cost of transporting our children to Camp Nazareth. It is used to underwrite the cost of the van rental. Your donations help make the transportation possible.

Out Of Town

Father will be out of town beginning today until Saturday, July 21. Father will be at Camp Nazareth this week. Please contact Fr. Nectarios Trevino at: 703.629.0447 or Fr. Joseph Edgington at: 703.532.8017 in case of an emergency. The President has the number where I can be reached.

Mark These New Dates

1) Farewell Luncheon for Father Miles and his family on Sunday, August 5. Faith Breno is coordinating a catered lunch.

2) Welcoming Reception for Father Peter Zarynow and his family on Sunday, August 19. Marie Sudik is coordinating the refreshments. Please tell her if you would like to help.

3) Special Parish Meeting next Sunday. This is a short meeting to approve expenditures for the rectory.

50^th Anniversary Celebration

Everyone is invited downstairs today in the hall to a special reception following the Divine Liturgy in honor of Michael & Elaine Buchko’s 50^th Wedding Anniversary hosted by their children & grandchildren.

Sunday School Teachers

There will be a Sunday School Teachers meeting on July 22. Schedules and materials for the coming school year will be set at this meeting. All teachers are asked to attend.

ACRY Convention

Information for the members of the Jr. ACRY & Sr. ACRY for attending the ACRY Convention is available. Jrs., please see Chris & Michael Fallon or Fr. Miles.

This year’s convention will be held in East Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, over Labor Day Weekend, August 31-September 3. Registrations need to be sent in by August 11. The Jr. ACRY will need delegates to represent the parish chapter.

Youth Sojourn

The second Youth Sojourn sponsored by the Diocesan Apostolate for Youth will take place at Camp Nazareth on August 17-18. Registration forms are in the hall. More information will follow.

Diocesan Pilgrimage

The Annual Diocesan Pilgrimage will be held at Camp Nazareth on August 18-19. Please see the flyer posted in the hall. A sign-up sheet for meal tickets is posted in the hall.

IOCC

The IOCC Metropolitan Committee would like you to save the date of November 18, for the Annual Benefit Dinner. The proceeds go directly to IOCC in their mission to help others in need. Please see the flyer in the hall.

Weekly Bulletin July 1, 2007

HOLY RESURRECTION ORTHODOX CHURCH

10201 DEMOCRACY BOULEVARD

POTOMAC, MARYLAND 20854

www.holyresurrection.com

Very Reverend Father Miles Paul Zdinak - (301) 299-5120, Hall & Fax - (301) 983-0847

July 01, 2007 “Gregorian” | June 18, 2007 “Julian”

5^th Sunday after Pentecost: Romans 10:1-10 | Matthew 8:28-9:1

Services: July 2 – 14, Sundays: 9:30 a.m., Daily Liturgy: (as scheduled) 8:30 a.m., Eve of Feasts: 7 p.m.

Sunday: Panachida for the Soul of Helen French offered by Cecilia Hermon

Confessions can be heard on Sunday after the Divine Liturgy or prior to the Liturgy by appointment.

New Priest

Fr. Peter Zarynow of our parish of Saint Mary’s in Yonkers, New York, has been assigned as the pastor here at Holy Resurrection. Fr. Peter’s first Sunday will be August 19, the Feast of our Lord’s Transfiguration. Fr. Peter’s wife is Pañi Bernadette and their eight-year-old son is Alexander.

Iconostas Project

There are donation forms available in the hall, which have information about the Iconostas Project. The project will extend the current woodwork and add doors. You can use this form to make a donation towards the project or use a regular envelope. A total of $6,205.00 has been donated.

Calendar Vote Information

The official ballots have been handed out after liturgy on both June 3 and June 10. Remaining ballots have now been mailed this past week. At any time, ballots can be turned in, but only to an SEC member. They must be returned by counting day, July 22. All are welcome to attend the counting. If you have any questions, contact an SEC member immediately. They are: Very Rev. Fr. Miles, Michael Buchko, Jr., Marie Sudik, Kevin Lindsay, and Mark Braun. Please note the correction on the address: It should be Potomac, MD 20854. Letters were sent out to those ballots were not yet received.

IOCC

The IOCC Metropolitan Committee of DC invites everyone to participate in their Wine Tasting event being held at Saint Mark’s Church on River Road Saturday, August 18. The proceeds benefit IOCC. Information is posted in the hall. Please see Randy Verbrugge if you have any questions.

Children’s Camp Fund

The parish Camp Fund helps defray the cost of transporting our children to Camp Nazareth. It is used to underwrite the cost of the van rental. Your donations help make the transportation possible.

Out Of Town

Father will be out of town beginning today until Thursday, July 12. Fr. Deacon John Vitko from Saint Mark’s in Bethesda will be here on July 8, to celebrate the Typika Service and distribute the Holy Eucharist. Please contact Fr. Nectarios Trevino at: 703.629.0447 or Fr. Joseph Edgington at: 703.532.8017 in case of an emergency. The President has the numbers where I can be reached.

Sunday School Teachers

Tentatively, there will be a Sunday School Teachers meeting on July 22. Schedules and materials for the coming school year will be set at this meeting. All teachers are asked to attend.

ACRY Convention

Information for the members of the Jr. ACRY & Sr. ACRY for attending the ACRY Convention will be available following the Divine Liturgy. Jrs. please see Chris & Michael Fallon or Fr. Miles.

This year’s convention will be held in East Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, over Labor Day Weekend, August 31-September 3. Registrations need to be sent in by August 11. The Jr. ACRY will need delegates to represent the parish chapter at the convention.

Mark These New Dates

1) Farewell Luncheon for Father Miles and his family on Sunday, August 5. Faith Breno is coordinating a catered lunch.

2) Welcoming Reception for Father Peter Zarynow and his family on Sunday, August 19. Marie Sudik is coordinating the refreshments. Please tell her if you would like to help.

3) Special Parish Meeting on Sunday, July 22. This is a short meeting to approve expenditures for the rectory.

Youth Sojourn

The second Youth Sojourn sponsored by the Diocesan Apostolate for Youth will take place at Camp Nazareth on August 17-18. Registration forms are in the hall. More information will follow.

Diocesan Pilgrimage

The Annual Diocesan Pilgrimage will be held at Camp Nazareth on August 18-19. Please see the flyer posted in the hall. A sign-up sheet for meal tickets is posted in the hall.

IOCC

The IOCC Metropolitan Committee would like you to save the date of November 18, for the Annual Benefit Dinner. The proceeds go directly to IOCC in their mission to help others in need. Please see the flyer in the hall.

50^th Anniversary Celebration

Everyone is invited on Sunday, July 15 to a special reception following the Divine Liturgy in honor of Michael & Elaine Buchko’s 50^th Wedding Anniversary hosted by their children & grandchildren.