In this installment of Orthodox Virtual Sunday School, Father Maggos explores Jesus’ Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard which yielded the famous phrase, “The last will be first and the first will be last.” What did Jesus mean with this parable? Is it as unfair as it may appear...
In December of 1621, pilgrim Edward Winslow, wrote to his friend recounting what would become one of America’s greatest traditions, the Thanksgiving Meal. His words show that the pilgrims clearly understood God’s central role as the Author of our gifts and blessings. “… we might after a more special manner...
Sunday School, Greek School, and the Annunciation Youth Ministry will be holding their annual Toy & Book Drive to help youth in need. We are accepting donations at the church from Saturday, Friday, November 15th through 2nd through Sunday, December 8th. Let’s brighten up some children’s Christmases with a strong...
Join us for a holiday Bourbon Night! It’s been too long since we’ve had a whisky tasting so we thought let’s get it organized, but this time instead of scotch we’re tasting bourbon. If you’ve got a favorite bourbon, then bring it to sample! We’ll be joined by a connoisseur for an...
Celebrate Thanksgiving Greek style! Join us at the Exchange Sports Bar, Saturday November 30th from 9pm to 2am! DATE: Saturday, November 30th TIME: 9:00pm – 2:00am LOCATION: Exchange Sports Bar 251 Exchange Blvd Rochester, NY 14608 AGES: 21+ COST: FREE
Proceeds Will Be Donated to Help Veterans and Families In Need Choose from items such as spanakopita, baklava, tiropita, koulourakia, tsoureki, and more! Orders due Wednesday, November 13. Drop off forms with payment at Church Office or Coffee Hour Cash and/or Checks Made Out To: Philoptochos. Pre-orders to be picked...
Join us this December for our Christmas Movie Night! We’ll be serving popcorn and Christmas treats while enjoying some classic Christmas films. This year, we’ll be featuring a compilation of classic holiday specials and short films including: Pluto’s Christmas Tree (1952), A Charlie Brown Christmas (1965), How the Grinch Stole...
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church of Rochester Livestream Schedule for November 18th – November 24th 2024
Do Christians observe the Sabbath as specified in the Old Testament? Is it considered similar to what is called “The Lord’s Day,” or Sunday? Join Father Maggos as he navigates the history of the Orthodox Christian perspective on the Sabbath and what our expectations are; plus, does our worship on...
Join us for our Fall General Assembly meeting Sunday, November 17th following the Divine Liturgy. The assembly will be livestreamed below for those who cannot make it here in person.