Present for the June 24 meeting were”: Fr. James, Marsha Morrison, Nancy Smith

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We discussed the range of responsibilites that fall within the oversight of this ministry team as listed below.  We also reviewed budget allocations

We recently received by chrismation Matthew Rowan and blessed the previous civil marriage of Olga and Matthew. (They are currently enjoying a trip back to visit Olga's family in Russia) We will soon receive Aaron, Kathy, and Macara Hodges.

To meet the variety of needs of our newest catechumens Fr. James is currently conducting several catechism classes.

COMING SOON!!! Do not forget to sign up!!

Come Spend the 4th of July weekend with us in the Greater Cincinnati area for the 2009 Midwest Parish Life Conference. Activities include Fellowship, Christian Education, workshops, and many fun activities for everyone to bond with family, friends, and loved ones. 

MOSMoF 2009
The Midwest Orthodox Summer Music Festival June 13-14


Please let Fr. James or Curt Kelley know if you are able to attend this event. Travel and lodging arrangements will be made as a group.

There will be a workshop for our deanery area churches entitled "Journey through the Divine Liturgy" at St. George-Indianapolis March 21 10:00AM -5:00PM focused on understanding the music that is sung during the service and its theological content. Mr. Chris Holwey, Chairman of the Archdiocese Dept. of Music will be the speaker. To encourage attendance there will be no choir rehearsal or Great Vespers at St. Nicholas that evening. If you are interested in traveling with our group please contact Reader John Smith or Fr. James

Looking for a chance to get involved in the church community? Several Ministry teams have formed to tackle work both inside the parish and in the community at large including:

   1st Wednesday - Parish Council
   2nd Wednesday - Benevolence and Missions team
   3rd Wednesday - Finance and Facilities team
   4th Wednesday - Education and Outreach team
   Saturdays before Vespers - Worship (which includes the Choir)

Everyone is welcome to attend meetings and get involved.

Two bible study groups are now meeting to discuss the Gospel of John.  The groups meet at 5pm on Sundays on alternating weeks:

North group in Fishers:  February 15, March 15, March 29, April 29
West group in Ironwood: February 8, February 22, March 8, March 22, April 5

Each meeting is designed to be an independent discussion so feel free to attend even if you can't make every meeting.

Email Fr. James for details.

February 8-14 is a fast free week as the Triodion begins.
February 15-21, normal fasting (Wed/Fri).
February 22, Meat fare Sunday (Last Judgement)

Forgiveness Sunday Vespers will be March 1 and Great Lent begins March 2.

Look for a full Lenten schedule to be posted soon.