October

“Many Years” To Anthony On His Baptism

Scene from Many Years

This Sunday during the Liturgy the infant Anthony was baptized into the Orthodox Faith. May God Grant “Many Years” to Anthony and his family.

A Visit From Romania

Scene from A Visit From Romania

This week St. Luke Parish was fortunate be visited by Fr. Julian Negro from Romania. Fr. Paul and Fr. Andrew stayed at his house when they were in Romania. Following vespers on Saturday, Fr. Julian gave a talk on Martyrdom.

Scene from A Visit From Romania

On Sunday, Fr. Julian greeted the congregation following Liturgy.

Scene from A Visit From Romania

During fellowship, Fr. Julian gave a presentationon his work with addiction in Romania. We thank him for sharing his time and wisdom with us.

St. Luke Parish Celebrates Feastday

Scene from St. Luke Parish Celebrates Feastday

This week St. Luke Parish celebrated the Feast Day of St. Luke. Vespers were held and several visting clergy were in attendance.

Scene from St. Luke Parish Celebrates Feastday

At liturgy on Sunday the Troparion of St. Luke was sung. Here Fr. Paul gives the sermon. Following the liturgy a meal was served. The theme of the meal was Octoberfest.

Scene from St. Luke Parish Celebrates Feastday

Here Fr. Paul blesses the meal.

Scene from St. Luke Parish Celebrates Feastday

Parishioners enjoy the meal and fellowship.

Garden Center Visit For October

Scene from Garden Center Visit For October

Fr. Andrew started our visit with the story of “Jesus and the Children” When a group of children came running up to Jesus the disciples started to push them away because they knew Jesus was tired. Jesus was annoyed and stopped them. Jesus wanted the children to come to Him and told his disciples they must be like children if they are to enter Heaven.

Scene from Garden Center Visit For October

Fr. Andrew then asked the residents, “Who is afraid of the dark?” He said some use a flashlight in the dark, but Jesus is the light. And we don’t have to be afraid because we have Jesus with us.

Scene from Garden Center Visit For October

Everyone holding candles as we say the Lord’s Prayer.

Scene from Garden Center Visit For October

Snacks and conversation about the up coming Halloween party ending our evening.

911 Relics Displayed At Moraine Valley Community College

Scene from 911 Relics Displayed At Moraine Valley Community College

North Palos Color Guard posting the colors.

Scene from 911 Relics Displayed At Moraine Valley Community College

Relics on display in Moraine Valley Library.

Scene from 911 Relics Displayed At Moraine Valley Community College

Close up of Relics in the library.

Scene from 911 Relics Displayed At Moraine Valley Community College

North Palos Fire Color Guard placing the folded flag for display.

Scene from 911 Relics Displayed At Moraine Valley Community College

Counselor Anna Coco ringing the Fire bell for each 9-11 victim name read during the ceremony.