Congratulations:
Our prayers for Sam and Selena (Lusan) Kittlitz whose marriage will be blessed on Sunday, October 8, at 4 pm, at St. Seraphim Orthodox Cathedral in Dallas. May the Lord grant this couple many blessed years of health and prosperity, serving both Him and others for the glory of God!
We also congratulate Kacey and Peter Blaisdell on the baptism of their daughter Makayla Hope, to take place at St. Barbara’s on Saturday, October 21, at 4 pm. Our prayers as well for Makayla’s loving sisters, Joanna, Bridget and Emmelia. May God grant them all many blessed years!
Fall Clothing Drive:
Last year’s Fall Clothing Drive for the Ft. Worth Men’s Shelter was a tremendous success. This year we will conduct a similar effort through December. Cold weather will be with us at some point, and there will be a great need for larger size NEW men’s T-Shirts, underwear and socks. Gently used sweaters and coats can also be received by the Shelter. Cash donations may be given through the Church, to be used to purchase – by parishioners – necessary items at nearby stores. Over $100.00 in cash has been collected thus far in two short weeks, along with a number of articles of clothing. The clothing has already been delivered to the shelter. Please see Carol Guarnieri for more information and look for the collection box in the parish hall. We thank Carol, Bob and everyone in advance for your generosity.
Sunday Music Instruction:
On Sunday, June 11, we began offering classes in singing and basic music theory for parishioners. Sessions are about 45 minutes, taking place on Sundays toward the middle of Coffee Hour (about 12:30 to 1:15 pm). Currently these are being led for adults and teens by Ms. Jamie Lynn Gonzalez. Jamie is a music education/performing arts majors with approximately a decade of choral, solo performance and directing experience.
One does not have to be a member of the choir, nor read music to take part in these sessions. Our hope is that classes will also enhance congregational participation in services, and will lead additional parishioners to consider singing with the choir in the future. Please contact Jamie or Fr. Basil with further questions and/or to express your interest.
Financial Pledge Reminder:
During their Fall travels we encourage members of St. Barbara's to visit Orthodox Churches for Sundays and feasts in whatever city(ies) they may find themselves. In addition, we ask that members make a special effort to remember Church pledges and offerings. Such efforts are greatly needed and appreciated. Thank you.
Greeters Invite:
A Greeters Ministry is an important outreach and hospitality arm of any parish. We desire that our own Greeters Ministry continue to be a strength within the parish as it has been over the years. We wish to thank those people who have been serving as greeters, for their warm and friendly efforts. We invite others to join them, welcoming visitors to our community. Please see Rdr. Stephen Bodnarchuk for how you can help with this effort. Experience is not required, only a friendly face and a desire to welcome guests into God's House.