Weekly Schedule
| Sunday, Apr. 10, 2011 | 5th Sunday of the Great Fast * |
| 10:00 AM | Divine Liturgy |
| following liturgy | Fellowship in St. Mary’s Hall Knights of Columbus Member Meeting |
| Monday, Apr. 11, 2011 | |
| 9:00 AM | Office of the 3rd Hour |
| 6:00 PM | Paraklesis |
| Tuesday, Apr. 12, 2011 | |
| 9:00 AM | Office of the 3rd Hour |
| 6:30 PM | Parish meeting |
| Wed., Apr. 13, 2011 | |
| 9:00 AM | Office of the 3rd Hour |
| 7:00 PM | Ancient Healing Service |
| Thursday, Apr. 14, 2011 | |
| 9:00 AM | Office of the 3rd Hour |
| 6:00 PM | Divine Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts |
| Friday, Apr. 15, 2011 | |
| 9:00 AM | Office of the 3rd Hour |
| 6:00 PM | Divine Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts |
| Saturday, Apr. 16, 2011 | Saturday of Lazarus |
| 8:30 AM | Divine Liturgy |
| following liturgy – 4:30 PM | Bake Day & pysanky egg decorating |
| 5:00 PM | Vigil Divine Liturgy for Sunday |
| Sunday, Apr. 17, 2011 | Palm Sunday * |
| 10:00 AM | Divine Liturgy |
| following liturgy | Fellowship in St. Mary’s Hall Knights of Columbus Brunch * denotes obligation to attend liturgy that day |
Announcements
The Great Fast
Holy Week, April 18-23 is 1 week away. Remember, in these last 2 weeks before the greatest feast of Pascha, to more fervently and frequently: Pray, Go to Church, Repent, Fast, Read spiritual books, and Give alms.
You’re invited!
As part of the Eparchy of Parma’s year-long marriage initiative, Bishop John and the docudrama team cordially invite you to attend a live, interactive marriage presentation. Come to St. Michael church, 557 W. 57th Ave., Merrillville, IN (about 2.5 hours north of St. Athanasius parish), on Sunday, May 1, at 2 p.m. and witness the matrimonial journey of Andrew and Kathryn. “’Till Death Unites Us Forever” is a live, interactive presentation for people of all ages. There will be something for everyone in this presentation, from happily married couples who practice their faith to those considering marriage in the near or even far future. The Byzantine Ritual of Marriage itself – its deep, encompassing wisdom and spiritual richness – will serve as the reservoir our of which the presentation will seek to address the questions, yearning, joys, doubts, hopes, hurts and disappointments that lie in the hearts of people today. The presentation affirms that sacramental marriage is truly an honorable and good thing, something worth the commitment and effort.
After the presentation, greet the actors and enjoy refreshments at the reception in the parish hall.
Upcoming Events
April 13 & 27 – Ancient Healing Service
April 16 – Bake Day (make pascha bread and other treats) & pysanky egg-decorating
April 17, Sunday – Palm Sunday & Knights of Columbus Brunch
April 22, Friday – noon reading of the Passion Gospels
April 23, Saturday – 5 PM Resurrection Matins followed by blessing of Easter baskets
April 24, Sunday – Resurrection of Our Lord – Pascha – 10 AM Divine Liturgy followed by blessing of Easter baskets and pitch-in brunch using Easter Basket food
April 30, Saturday – Marcus Loidolt and Kimetha Steele marriage – the entire parish is invited. Bring a covered dish instead of wedding gifts.