Father Maggos concludes the story of the great King Solomon by asking, “How can someone who is so wise make such foolish decisions?” Today, we take a look at the decline of Solomon following the creation of the First Temple of Jerusalem. (1 Kings)
When I accepted the role of Youth Director, I was met with much support and a list of challenges on the table. We have been blessed with a robust Sunday School program, active GOYA group, and a bevy of good-spirited, excited youth; however, it is clear that these youth are...
Christos Anasti! Christ has Risen! We had a wonderful Lenten retreat this year on Holy Friday. Thank you to all the teachers and parents who helped volunteer. The children did an amazing job in both morning and afternoon services! Also thank you to our teens for counting all the coins!...
Last time, Father Maggos spoke about Solomon’s Gift of Wisdom. This week, we ask the question: what does it mean to be a “wise guy”? King Solomon is put to the ultimate test: how to determine the real mother of a baby being claimed by two women (and this was...
What would you do if God offered you anything you wished? Would you ask for power? Wisdom? Athletic prowess? History and mythology have many stories of this ranging from the three wishes of Aladdin to the Temptation of Paris. The Bible has this choice presented to Solomon. What gift did...
Dear Parishioners, March was a full month in Religious Education! The kids did a beautiful job during the procession on the Sunday of Orthodoxy and Father conducted sessions on the Sacrament of Confession. Congratulations to Vasilios Koupas on advancing to the district-level Oratorical Festival. We are so proud of Vasilios...
Can we still respect or admire flawed heroes? We continue the story of King David as he faces his greatest dilemma with the beautiful Bathsheba. (2 Samuel)
Dear Parishioners, Sunday School is in full swing for the Lenten season. We have/had lots of events in March. We are so proud of the hard work our children put into the oratorical festival. Thank you to Demos, Father Angelo, our parents, and our teachers for preparing the children for...
In the first of a series of videos, Father Maggos explores the history of Christian Vestments and their applications in Orthodoxy. What is the purpose of these garments and what do they symbolize? Are they necessary?
In honor of Orthodox Godparent Sunday, we present this special early edition of Virtual Sunday School – what is a Godfather or Godmother and what do they do? Father Maggos breaks out the fedora to explain.