Father Maggos presents guidelines for Orthodox Wedding Music. Is music allowed in an Orthodox wedding? If yes, are there limitations? Would music be allowed for the bridal entrance and exit? Are live instruments allowed in the Church? Join us for Greek Orthodox 101 – our multi-part series exploring the secrets...
2025 Holy Week Youth Participation and Retreat – Friday, April 18th We have a fun and educational program planned for our youth for this year. Since kids learn best by doing, each of these events involves learning and participation. All families are strongly encouraged to be a part of this...
Following the Saturday of Lazarus Divine Liturgy, Philoptochos will host a breakfast for all in the Church Hall after which we will begin with the making of the crosses. We also encourage parents to assist the children with palm making.
Join us for an animated retelling of the story of Moses! This April, we’ll be screening the The Prince of Egypt (1998) featuring the voices of Val Kilmer and Ralph Fiennes. As usual, we’ll be serving pizza and treats along with other surprises! Please bring comfortable chairs, blankets, etc. Note:...
We are approaching the Holiest time of year! With that, we have many special upcoming events for our Youth and Young Adults in store! April 2025 Event Schedule Saturday, 4/5 Lenten Movie Night: The Prince of Egypt All-Age Wednesday, 4/9 Young Adult Meet-Up: Trivia Game Show Night 2025 Young Adults...
We have received many requests during this Lenten season on how to create an Orthodox Prayer Rope. Our parishioner, Dr. Christine Kerxhalli, has been kind enough to create an instructional video. Check it out!
Time for the Hunt! Following our Easter Sunday Holy Pascha Agape Service, we will be holding a massive Easter egg hunt for the kids featuring over 500 hidden eggs throughout the Church and its grounds. Candy and joy await! Note: all candy is peanut free. WHEN: Sunday, April 20th 2025...
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church of RochesterLivestream Schedule for March 31st – April 6th 2025
In today’s episode of Orthodox Virtual Sunday School, Father Maggos retells Jesus’ Parable of the Ten Virgins (Matthew 25:1–13) from both a modern and Biblical perspective. What does Jesus want to prepare us for? What really marks the difference between the five wise and five foolish young ladies? Join us...
Join us this April for a unique night of fun and prizes! This April, we’re going to mix things up once again with an interactive trivia game show featuring mini-games, prizes, snacks, and drinks! Pair off to compete in trivia unlike anything you’ve ever experienced in a bar with a true...