Little Lambs
Note from Ms. Donna
It has been a pleasure getting to teach all your Little Lambs! Little Lambs was a passion project of mine as I became a mother of two little lambs under four years old back in 2019. I would like to thank my sister-in-law, Asimina Pantazelos, for helping create such a wonderful ministry at our parish and to Fr. Yanni & Fr. Chris for their support! Thank you to all the parents who have joined on Sundays and helped their Little Lambs grow in their faith. It has been a joy getting to sing, dance, and teach the littles. I am so excited for Presvytera Marina to lead the Little Lambs Ministry as I pass the baton and focus my ministry efforts with the Saint Vasilios PTA and with the Junior Goya. I look forward to seeing the Little Lambs continue to blossom! Thank you again for all your support, I look forward to keeping in touch as we grow our PTA at Saint Vasilios.
With love,
Donna Pantazelos
“And He took the children in His arms, put His hands on them and blessed them”. Luke 10:16
Little Lambs is a faith-based program for moms/pops/nanny/grandparent of young children between the ages of 40 days and 4 years. The program is structured to provide interactive activities related to various themes in the Orthodox Church. Weekly activities include: prayer, lessons, music & movement, crafts, snacks, and playtime.
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Additional questions: e-mail littlelambs@stvasilios.org
Ministry Resources
ORTHODOX LIFE: MONTHLY BULLETIN
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PARISH MINISTRIES BOOKLET
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Explanation of Hymns Following the Gospel
Apolytikion
The Apolytikion, or “dismissal hymn,” is a short Orthodox hymn that summarizes the meaning of a feast day or honors the saint of the day. Sung at Vespers, Matins, and the Divine Liturgy, it reflects the spiritual theme of the celebration.
Kontakion
A Kontakion is a short Orthodox hymn or “poetic sermon” that reflects the meaning of a feast or sacred theme. Originating in the Byzantine era, it was once a longer hymn, though today only its opening verses are typically sung in worship.
Sunday Worship Services (live streaming on 1st Sunday of the month only)
Orthros at 8:00 am
Divine Liturgy at 9:00 am
Memorial Service follows the conclusion of the Divine Liturgy
Special Liturgical Services & Commemorations
Service of Proskomide
The Proskomide, or Office of Oblation, is the preparation service for Holy Communion during the Divine Liturgy. Parishioners may submit names of the living and departed for commemoration by the priest during the service. Please provide names to the sexton in the narthex before Orthros begins.
Artoklasia
Artoklasia, meaning “breaking of bread,” is a special thanksgiving service offered on feast days or family occasions. Celebrated at the end of Divine Liturgy or Great Vespers, it commemorates Christ’s blessing of the five loaves that fed the five thousand. Please contact the church office at 978-531-0777 to schedule an Artoklasia.
Memorial Services & Kollyva
Kollyva, a blessed offering of boiled wheat, is prepared for Memorial Services in remembrance of the departed, especially the 40-day memorial. A Trisagion is a shorter memorial prayer service offered in church or at the gravesite without Kollyva. Please contact the church office at 978-531-0777 to schedule a Memorial Service.
Kollyva for Mercy Meals
Kollyva for the Mercy Meal following a funeral may be ordered through a parishioner volunteer. Please contact Niki at 978-578-7292for information or orders.