On Sunday, January 5, 2025, Father John Takahashi sanctified the waters and all of creation in the church. The holy water is used in baptism, to bless individuals, bless the church and articles of devotion. Our congregation in attendance was blessed by Father John with holy water. Small bottles were filled with holy water to...Read More
On Sunday, January 26, 2025, our traditional Parish Vasilopita will be blessed and cut in the church by the priest. Each ministry will be recognized and all parishioners will receive a slice. After Fellowship, our St. Katherine’s Philoptochos will hold its annual Vasilopita Auction. The delicious loaves will be sold to the highest bidder. All...Read More
On Saturday, December 28, 2024, our St. Katherine’s Philoptochos held a brief business meeting then proceeded to enjoy the fun afternoon. With light refreshments, lively chatter and our famous “stealing” gift exchange. Anything is bound to happen when such good friends gather to enjoy special friendships. Join Philoptochos and don’t miss another chance to party...Read More
On December 25, 2024, Father Takahashi celebrated the Divine Liturgy for the Holy Nativity. Many thanks to Helen Mitropoulos who adorned the Nativity icon standing on the solea. Maia Tamanakis adorned the icon next to the Holy Gospel in the Narthex. Christ is Born!Read More
Success! On Saturday, December 7, 2024, our St. Katherine’s Philoptochos held our second annual holiday bake sale. Many members provided traditional Greek pastries, Ukrainian specialties, and other authentic American sweets. Boxes contained a variety of cookies, even some gluten- and sugar-free, to help guests make easy choices. The day was mild and the foot traffic...Read More
During Fellowship on Sunday, November 24, 2024, our church family gathered around Father Milutin who was visiting from Sweden. On such a rare occasion, all crowded close together before enjoying refreshments. Where’s Father? The Sirakides family arranged for Father’s trip for the memorial service for their mother Matty Manzo. Memory Eternal for Matty and blessings...Read More
Before Orthros on Sunday, November 24, 2024, Father Milutin celebrated the Sacraments of Baptism, Chrismation and Holy Communion for Charlie Frederick Plate. His sponsor Shirley Manis gave him the name Romanos. Charlie’s special day was witnessed by his significant other Adrian Valentine and several early bird parishioners. Many blessings for Charlie as he put on...Read More
On Saturday, December 7, 2024, St. Katherine’s Philoptochos’ members will prepare take-away boxes of holiday sweets to sell from 10:00am until 2:00pm. Each box will be filled with a variety of ethnic cookies and other holiday favorites. Hot coffee and tasty hot chocolate will keep you warm while you make your choices. Adding to the...Read More
On Sunday, November 3, 2024, Father John Takahashi celebrated the churching of one-month old James Allegri with his parents Kassandra Bell and Justin Allegri. In attendance were the family of James, appearing left to right: uncle Jorge Gottheil, aunt Karissa Bell, grandmother Adrienne Robas Bell, mother Kassandra Bell, father Justin Allegri, grandmother Lynne Allegri, and...Read More
