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jack became a registered member

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 15:50:00 -0600

Sarah became a registered member

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 13:21:47 -0600

Linda posted an update: Here is a beautiful, tender song to St. Xenia from St. […]

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 14:38:00 -0600

Here is a beautiful, tender song to St. Xenia from St. Elisabeth convent. https://fb.watch/iwOhYzI7e0/

Presvytera Tessi posted an update: Alright, here is the coffee hour and church cleaning […]

Sun, 29 Jan 2023 04:57:10 -0600

Alright, here is the coffee hour and church cleaning rotation schedule for the year! 😵 Please remember that you are free to reschedule with other families any date that does not work for you. I have taken expectant mothers off the list for at least three months around their due dates, but please just let me know if you end up needing to be… Read more

Presvytera Tessi posted an update: I’m making up the new coffee hour and church cleaning r […]

Sat, 28 Jan 2023 20:23:32 -0600

I’m making up the new coffee hour and church cleaning rotation schedule for this upcoming year and just wanted to ask if there are any folks that want to participate in those ministries that are not already a part of them? The coffee hour meal rotation is about every 5 weeks and the church cleaning rotation will be one household taking one m…

Kathy posted an update: Found this uplifting this Glorious […]

Sat, 28 Jan 2023 16:55:38 -0600

Found this uplifting this Glorious morning: https://youtu.be/yG-Y9bWlCw8

Father Joel posted an update: HOUSE BLESSINGSI’ve been able to get to about 8 homes so f […]

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 15:22:45 -0600

HOUSE BLESSINGS

I’ve been able to get to about 8 homes so far, and a few others scheduled, which is great! If you would like to have your home (and business) blessed, will you comment below or shoot me a message to arrange? I’d love to have the blessings done before the beginning of Great Lent on Feb 27. Thanks all. 🙂

Kathy posted an update: Today I feel led to share this print I made decades ago in a […]

Sun, 22 Jan 2023 21:36:04 -0600

Today I feel led to share this print I made decades ago in a photography class. If anyone is interested in using this, especially in support of Life, feel free!

Father Joel posted an update: This Sunday will be a busy one! We have the reception of the […]

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 19:34:46 -0600

This Sunday will be a busy one! We have the reception of the Cahill family which begins at 9:00 (please come a little early). It is also Sanctity of Life Sunday where we will have special petitions during and after the Liturgy (see the link below from the OCA). Immediately after Liturgy we will also have the outdoor blessing of waters at Little…

Sanctity of Life Sunday for 2023 Announced

His Beatitude Metropolitan Tikhon has declared Sunday, January 22, 2023 as Sanctity of Life Sunday to be recognized in parishes of the Orthodox Church in America, and has issued the following…

Father Joel posted an update: HOUSE BLESSINGS IN SALEM!Can we coordinate to schedule all […]

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 21:00:32 -0600

HOUSE BLESSINGS IN SALEM!

Can we coordinate to schedule all the blessings in Salem at the same time? It might be fun if everyone went to each others houses too if you want. Does a day or evening next week work well for everyone (not Thursday)?

Brian (Subdcn. John) posted an update: Hi all. Here are the council meeting minutes for our January […]

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 11:17:35 -0600

Hi all. Here are the council meeting minutes for our January meeting. I’ve posted them in the Our Diocese app as well.
https://docs.google.com/document/u/0/d/1Cuo8xgq7r64wtGJIoqhl-KOyLn0HKUHl8FNxcYQsAws/mobilebasic

January 2023 Mission Council Meeting Minutes

Father Joel posted an update: MOVING TO "OUR DIOCESE"Hello all! Archbishop Daniel has […]

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 23:11:24 -0600

MOVING TO “OUR DIOCESE”

Hello all! Archbishop Daniel has approved a similar tool to this website / app combo, and it’s called “Our Diocese”. It is an upgraded version of Our Church Group, and also broadens the possibility for fellowship with others throughout the diocese. Don’t worry, our parish group on Our Diocese will be private to us, and we…

Diocese of the Midwest Releases New APP

CHICAGO, IL [DOM] – The Diocese of the Midwest is launching a new centralized communication platform for the diocese bringing the information and resources conveniently to the phones of the clergy …

Kathy posted an update: TYPICA READERS Service at 9:40 tomorrow.Fellowship to follow […]

Sun, 08 Jan 2023 01:12:39 -0600

TYPICA READERS Service at 9:40 tomorrow.Fellowship to follow at the Eller’s. 11560 South Highway 68, Saint James.
Hope to see you all there! Remember to have kiddos use the bathroom before getting to church, as the house will be inaccessible.

Linda posted an update: What time is the reader's service on Sunday?

Sat, 07 Jan 2023 23:49:25 -0600

What time is the reader’s service on Sunday?

Father Joel posted an update: YOUR FEEDBACK Christ is baptized! Our family continues to be […]

Sat, 07 Jan 2023 18:50:05 -0600

YOUR FEEDBACK

Christ is baptized!

Our family continues to be on the upswing. I am feeling a bit better than yesterday (which isn’t really saying much) but can be functional with medication. I don’t know if we’re still contagious, and, wow, I wouldn’t want to pass this on to anyone. I also really don’t want to cancel anymore services, though.

Will…

Father Joel posted an update: CHRIST IS BAPTIZED! I am still hurting pretty bad and am so […]

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 15:50:34 -0600

CHRIST IS BAPTIZED!
I am still hurting pretty bad and am so sorry we aren’t able to have services today. We will do a blessing of waters once we’re better. Here is a photo of our blessing of Little Prairie Lake last year. I look forward to being with you all again soon.

Alta posted an update: READER SERVICE TONIGHT – Typically we would have a more f […]

Thu, 05 Jan 2023 17:53:11 -0600

READER SERVICE TONIGHT – Typically we would have a more festive service to celebrate a great feast, but if you would like to come worship with us and hear some hymns of Theophany, do join us! 5:30pm. Note: We’ll avoid going into the Wilsons’ house, so make sure to visit the restroom before you come.

Father Joel posted an update: SERVICES CANCELEDForgive me all but I need to cancel service […]

Thu, 05 Jan 2023 15:13:39 -0600

SERVICES CANCELEDForgive me all but I need to cancel service this evening, and likely tomorrow morning as well. I’ve been fevering the last couple days and it’s just not letting up. I honestly can’t remember the last time I’ve felt this bad. Thankfully most of the rest of the family seems past it. Thank you for your prayers and God willing we will… Read more

Brian (Subdcn. John) posted an update: Hello all. Here are the minutes from the annual meeting as […]

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 00:03:38 -0600

Hello all. Here are the minutes from the annual meeting as well as December’s Council Meeting.

Happy reading!!

Kathy posted an update: Friday after Services and blessing of the water at the lake, […]

Sun, 01 Jan 2023 20:39:13 -0600

Friday after Services and blessing of the water at the lake, we will be hosting a potluck to celebrate the Cahill’s reception. I will be making a cake, and a big pot of soup and bread. Feel free to bring a side or snack if you would like!
Our address just in case you haven’t been here yet. 11560 S. HWY 68. Saint James, MO

Father Joel posted an update: SERVICES CANCELED 12/31 & 1/1Christ is born! I'm sorry to […]

Sat, 31 Dec 2022 18:01:51 -0600

SERVICES CANCELED 12/31 & 1/1

Christ is born! I’m sorry to say but we have a bad stomach bug and a fever / flu thing going through our family right now. I hate doing it but we need to cancel services tonight and tomorrow. Please pray that it can get its way worked through the rest of us and we can get the rest we need to be ready for Theophany. God…

Patty posted an update: Hi Guys! Our Jan. 3rd. Gingerbread House-Making Party is […]

Sat, 31 Dec 2022 00:14:54 -0600

Hi Guys! Our Jan. 3rd. Gingerbread House-Making Party is soon here! We are planning on a Taco Tuesday theme! Also, Joe is making tons of bone broth, so if you bring a container with you, you can take some home.

It starts at 3. Please let us know if you are coming, so we can plan accordingly.

Please bring gingerbread house kits, and any candy you…

Kathy posted an update: I’m so excited to read what arrived in the mail today!

Thu, 29 Dec 2022 01:23:52 -0600

I’m so excited to read what arrived in the mail today!

Linda posted an update: It was such a joy to be with you all yesterday. For several […]

Mon, 26 Dec 2022 17:25:30 -0600

It was such a joy to be with you all yesterday. For several years i’ve spent Christmas with my mom in the nursing home and with my elderly friend Frances, having time with my sons/granddaughters a day or two later. With my parents and Frances having reposed it was going to feel a bit sad this year, but you all made it a joyful time. Thanking God for you.

Alta posted an update: Christ is born!

Sun, 25 Dec 2022 02:32:49 -0600

Christ is born!

Joel posted an update:

Sat, 24 Dec 2022 20:53:20 -0600

Father Joel posted an update: REPORRRRRRT! 🥶How’s everyone doing? Staying warm ok? Need a […]

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 22:23:12 -0600

REPORRRRRRT! 🥶
How’s everyone doing? Staying warm ok? Need anything? Post a photo of what it looks like where you are if you can! 🙂

Alta posted an update in the group Missouri Living: In anticipation of the ultra frigid upcoming temps, I wanted […]

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 04:39:44 -0600

In anticipation of the ultra frigid upcoming temps, I wanted to make a new box for Serenity’s Johnny Boy. It turned out pretty cute.

Logan posted an update: Father Josiah's latest video has helped me a lot, I thought […]

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 21:47:44 -0600

Father Josiah’s latest video has helped me a lot, I thought I’d share it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_VFN_v-mYLs

Kathy posted an update: I’m not sure if this is the most appropriate place to ask, b […]

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 16:21:09 -0600

I’m not sure if this is the most appropriate place to ask, but here goes… I would like to learn some of the hymns that are regularly sung in services. I’ve got the lovely tunes in my head, but my memory is oh so fragmented! Do you all have recommendations as to where I might download the hymns to play on “repeat” and/or lyrics with music that I ca… Read more

Father Joel posted an update: We ran into St. Nick tonight after going to see the lights […]

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 01:43:10 -0600

We ran into St. Nick tonight after going to see the lights at Lions Club Park (which is still going through Wednesday night apparently)!

Logan posted an update: I'd like to make a follow up to my post about a pilgrimage […]

Sun, 18 Dec 2022 03:01:43 -0600

I’d like to make a follow up to my post about a pilgrimage to Holy Cross. It’s about a month out from the originally planned date of January 21 to 25. I need to get a solid number of people who can and are willing to go to work with for future planning, and again the date can be changed around as well.

As a reminder, they have a 3 bedroom guest…

Brian (Subdcn. John) posted an update: Thought our catechumens might be interested in today’s c […]

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 12:27:36 -0600

Thought our catechumens might be interested in today’s commemoration. Have a blessed day all! https://www.oca.org/saints/lives/2022/12/14/103541-martyrs-thyrsos-leukios-and-kallinikos

Martyrs Thyrsos, Leukios, and Kallinikos

The Holy Martyrs Thyrsos, Leukios, and Kallinikos, suffered for Christ under Emperor Decius (249-251) at Caesarea in Bithynίa. When Saint Leukios reproached the prefect Cumbricius for his unjust persecution of Christians, he was tortured and then executed. Saint Thyrsos, who … Continue reading

Patty posted an update: I have a question, what is a forefeast nativity and how do […]

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 01:56:00 -0600

I have a question, what is a forefeast nativity and how do you observe it?

Bret posted an update: New retreat talk from Archimandrite […]

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 16:39:27 -0600

New retreat talk from Archimandrite Sergiushttps://youtu.be/7y7T9iT8ZqM

Joel posted an update: This Tue, Dec 13 the parenting book study will continue with […]

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 02:24:27 -0600

This Tue, Dec 13 the parenting book study will continue with chapters 9 & 10. WE WILL PROVIDE DINNER (7pm). For anyone who hasn’t been to our house, the address is:16551 State Route HSaint James, MO 65559

Father Joel posted an update: HOSTING SOCIAL HOUR ELSEWHERE?Good morning! So it rained […]

Sat, 10 Dec 2022 16:15:29 -0600

HOSTING SOCIAL HOUR ELSEWHERE?

Good morning! So it rained last night here so it’s not looking like they will have the yard taken care of today. I think we can still do services but would anyone else be willing to host Social Hour tomorrow? 🥴

Joel posted an update: I thought this was fascinating. It’s amazing the detail h […]

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 21:33:21 -0600

I thought this was fascinating. It’s amazing the detail hidden in icons, and this apparently only scrapes the surface! I especially love the hidden chalice that contains Christ.

https://youtu.be/gE1az7YDA5M

Father Joel posted an update: PROGRESS! 🥳 BUT SERVICES & CO-OP CANCELED 😔Glory to God we […]

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 21:11:49 -0600

PROGRESS! 🥳 BUT SERVICES & CO-OP CANCELED 😔

Glory to God we finally have found someone to show up get our septic system disconnected from the lagoon on the other side of the drive!

Yesterday they had to take out five trees, which kind of breaks my heart because I really liked them being there, but without the lagoon we need sun to dry up the yard.…

Brian (Subdcn. John) posted an update: Hi all, I am planning to bring as many bags of coffee as I […]

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 22:47:02 -0600

Hi all,

I am planning to bring as many bags of coffee as I can roast this Sunday as a way to help raise donations for the first annual collection for the Diocese of Alaska. If you would like a bag of coffee, all I ask is that you please make a donation to this collection (even if just a dollar). After the 11th, I will be selling coffee and…

OCA Parishes to Take Collection for the Diocese of Alaska

December 11, 2022, the Sunday before the feast day of Saint Herman of Alaska, marks the first of an annual collection for the Diocese of Alaska. At the 20th All-American Council in…

Father Joel posted an update: HAPPY ST. NICHOLAS DAY!What a beautiful evening last night […]

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 21:16:46 -0600

HAPPY ST. NICHOLAS DAY!
What a beautiful evening last night and liturgy this morning! Thank you everyone who participated and made this such a wonderful feast.

Linda posted an update: My long time friend, Jenny, has been battling ovarian cancer […]

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 20:06:56 -0600

My long time friend, Jenny, has been battling ovarian cancer through surgery and chemo for two years. Recently one chemo stopped working and the cancer began growing. The replacement chemo makes her very sick. Thank you for saying a prayer for her health and salvation.

Logan posted an update: I'd like to float the idea of a group pilgrimage to Holy […]

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 02:55:13 -0600

I’d like to float the idea of a group pilgrimage to Holy Cross Monastery in West Virginia. It would last from Saturday January 21 to Wednesday the 25th, although the date can be negotiated and nothing has been decided. I have not contacted the monastery about availability for this date, as I wanted to know if/ how many people would like to come…

Father Joel: ST PORPHYRIOS & FIELD TRIPThank you to everyone who […]

Sat, 03 Dec 2022 00:53:26 -0600

ST PORPHYRIOS & FIELD TRIP
Thank you to everyone who participated in putting up the tree and decorating last night. It’s a lot of fun doing this all together.

We had a wonderful turnout for the field trip today as well, with 58 people traveling to the state capitol building for a tour with Ron Copeland. Thank you @cindygd for arranging it! Please p… Read more

Linda posted an update: Damascene Gallery has a Christmas sale going on. I have been […]

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 17:17:03 -0600

Damascene Gallery has a Christmas sale going on. I have been pleased with my purchases from them in the past.

Michael became a registered member

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 18:47:31 -0600

Presvytera Tessi posted an update: Tomorrow is the big day for our co-op field trip to the […]

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 16:31:47 -0600

Tomorrow is the big day for our co-op field trip to the Jefferson City Capital! I’m so excited for this fun outing together! Remember, Liturgy is one hour earlier than usual so that we can get to the capital in time. If you are not able to attend Liturgy and are meeting us there, we plan to arrive together between 12:00-12:30. The r… Read more

Father Joel posted an update: ST. NICHOLAS DAY!This wonderful feast is coming up next […]

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 05:39:09 -0600

ST. NICHOLAS DAY!
This wonderful feast is coming up next Monday evening and Tuesday morning. We typically find a way to make up goodie bags for all the kids (coloring books, candy, etc) and set them in the kids shoes placed around the icon in the center of the church while they hear the story of St. Nicholas in the house after Vespers. We make sure…

Moses Lane became a registered member

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 21:36:31 -0600

Tyler became a registered member

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 00:20:10 -0600