Trapeza for this Sunday, May 17th, will be potluck.

Trapeza Setup/Cleanup Team:  Camilla, Adam, & Arthur

Church School for all ages will be held this Sunday, May 17th, after trapeza.

Help Needed for Parish Car Show - Helpers and baked goods are needed for the Annual Classic Car & Truck Show, which will be held on Saturday, May 23rd, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Workers are needed for the day of the event, as well as for stuffed cabbage prep sessions on Wednesday, May 20th at 10:00 am and on Thursday, May 21st after Liturgy. We also need donations of baked goods to sell at the event. A signup sheet is located on the board in the trapeza hall. The Car & Truck Show is one of two very important parish fundraisers that are held during the year, so please help out in any way that you can.

Reception of Catechumens -  With great joy we will receive two new catechumens on Sunday, May 24th, at 9:00 am before the reading of the Hours. Please keep Mark (Silouan) and Amelia (Xenia) in your prayers as they begin their preparations for Holy Baptism.

Rectory Septic System Fund - With the blessing of His Grace Michael, Bishop of Boston, a fundraising campaign has been initiated through our Tithly account to cover the expense of replacing the seventy-year-old septic system at the parish rectory. Despite the age of the system it was relatively serviceable until recently, but the results of a recent inspection revealed that the system is irreparable and must be replaced. The poor condition of the system and the estimated cost of replacement has created an unexpected financial burden for the parish. The final cost estimate is pending the results of soil sampling, but it will likely be 5 figures. Please consider donating toward this project, and any amount would be greatly appreciated. Donations can be made online through Tithly by using the button below on this homepage, or, if you prefer, you can mail your donation to our Parish Treasurer Richard Tarryk at the church's address, 364 Canterbury Turnpike, Norwich, CT 06360.

Parish Cookout - We’re planning a parish cookout for Friday, June 5th, which is a fast-free week. An online signup sheet will be posted as we get closer to the date. Please make plans to join us!

A Pysanky Class will be offered by the Sisterhood of Sts. Elizabeth and Barbara on Saturday, June 20th, from 9:00 am to Noon. The cost is $25.00, and lunch will be provided. There are only a few spots available, so please see Camilla as soon as possible to make a reservation.

In Christ,

Fr. Stephen

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ:

Our parish rectory is located a few miles from the church property, a beautiful house that was built almost 70 years ago. The septic system is original to the house, and long past its expected lifespan. A recent inspection revealed that the system is in very poor condition and in need of replacement, which has created an unexpected and rather urgent financial burden upon our small parish.

With the blessing of His Grace Michael, Bishop of Boston, we have begun a fundraising campaign through our existing Tithely account in order to offset the cost, which could be as much at $40,000 depending upon the results of the soil samples. With humility, we ask that you consider giving toward this project according to your means so that the it can move forward. Donations can be made by using the campaign donation button below, or by mailing it directly to the parish at 364 Canterbury Turnpike, Norwich, CT 06360. May the Lord bless you for your compassion and generosity!

In Christ,

Fr. Stephen