Welcome to Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church

 

"Welcome one another, therefore, just as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God." - Romans 15:7 

2187 W. 14th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44113 email: office@annunciationcleveland.net

 To make a donation click=> Give Now (onrealm.org) 

Our church is moving to a new record-keeping software called Realm, which will improve administrative tasks and enhance connectivity within our church community. The Realm Connect App will replace the EasyTithe Church App, providing 24/7 access to your giving history online. All current members with an email on file will receive an invitation from Realm. After creating your account, please update your profile to ensure all your information is correct. Reach out to Niko Semertsidis or Linda Karadimas if you have any questions. Let's embrace this exciting change together! Click on the link above.  

Stewardship Recommended Reading:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Wounded By Love, The Life and the Wisdom of St. Porphyrios                                                                                                                                                                                                 “He who loves little, gives little. He who loves more, gives more. And he who loves beyond measure—what has he to give? He gives himself!” — St. Porphyrios, Wounded by Love

Christian stewardship begins in the heart. When we love Christ and His Church, our giving naturally becomes an offering of gratitude rather than an obligation. As St. Porphyrios teaches, true love cannot help but overflow into self-giving. In this spirit, our stewardship is not measured merely by dollars, but by the sincerity with which we offer ourselves—our time, our talents, and our resources—for the glory of God and the life of our parish. May our gifts reflect the depth of our love for Him who has given everything to us.

«Αυτός που αγαπά λίγο, προσφέρει λίγο. Αυτός που αγαπά περισσότερο, προσφέρει περισσότερο.  Κι αυτός που αγαπά χωρίς μέτρο—τι έχει να δώσει; Προσφέρει τον εαυτό του!»  Άγιος Πορφύριος,

Τραυματισμένοι από την Αγάπη Η χριστιανική διακονία ξεκινά από την καρδιά. Όταν αγαπούμε τον Χριστό και την Εκκλησία Του, η προσφορά μας γίνεται ευχαριστιακή πράξη και όχι υποχρέωση. Όπως μας διδάσκει ο Άγιος Πορφύριος, η αληθινή αγάπη ξεχειλίζει και οδηγεί στη θυσιαστική προσφορά. Έτσι και η διακονία μας δεν μετριέται μόνο οικονομικά, αλλά με την προθυμία να προσφέρουμε τον χρόνο, τα τάλαντα και τους πόρους μας για τη δόξα του Θεού και την ενίσχυση της ενορίας μας. Είθε οι προσφορές μας να αντικατοπτρίζουν την αγάπη μας προς Εκείνον που μας χάρισε τα πάντα.

Reminders

• You should have received your 2026 Stewardship Pledge Card by mail.
• Please bring your completed card to church on Sunday, December 14th, when all pledge cards will be collected.
• Please review and complete any outstanding 2025 stewardship balance.
• If you use Realm auto-payment, please remember to stop or adjust your 2025 recurring payment as needed

This week:  Happy New Year!

All Sunday Services   begin - Orthros 8:30 a.m.  Liturgy 9:30 am 

 

 

 

 Theophany

                                               

SUNDAY BEFORE THEOPHANY   Monday, January 5, 2026, Vesperal Divine Liturgy of St. Basil the Great Agiasmos  Fr. George Callos, Chancellor Metropolis of Pittsburgh       

HOLY THEOPHANY OF OUR LORD Tuesday, January 6, 2026, Holy Theophany Agiasmos Orthros 8:30 a.m.  Divine Liturgy 9:30 a.m.  Fr. George Callos Chancellor Metropolis of Pittsburgh

 

January 4, 2026, The following Parish Council Members will take the oath of office

Konstantinos Almiroudis, Dino Konstantinou, Linda Karadimas, Shawn Moshos, Jim Ganotis, Pam Petratos, Joe Provenzano,  Despina Sarantopoulou, Irene Scordos,  Steven Boukis, Maria Benovic and Olga Lavdas 

We pray that God grants them wisdom and guidance as they carry out their responsibilities.  May this year be marked by unity, love, and respect as we serve and strengthen our parish community together.

Cutting of the Vasilopita will take place in church January 4, 2026  

 

Greek School Lessons Resume Wednesday, January 7th  - Cutting of the Vasilopita Party  & Bible Study at 6pm

January 11, 2026, Sunday after Epiphany Orthros & Divine Liturgy with Dcn. John & Fr. Ivan 40 Day memorial for Fr. Anthony Demetri & Philoptochos General Meeting

 

Urgent Request- St. Mary of Egypt Food Distribution is in urgent need of dry goods due to an increase in the number of new families they are serving. They are currently seeking donations of the following items:  Cereal, Oatmeal, Instant mashed potatoes, Brown or White Rice (Boxed or Bagged), Pasta (Boxed or bagged), Egg Noodles, Dry Beans (Any Variety), and any variety of dry or canned goods.   Please note:  No Glass Jars- plastic containers only.  Your generosity makes a real difference.  Thank you and may God bless you and your families for your continued support!

TREMONT GREEK FEST

We are seeking individuals who are willing to serve as chairpersons for our upcoming parish festival.  Please be advised that this is a volunteer (unpaid) position.  Those interested are kindly asked to submit their names to the Church Office. Thank you for your consideration and your continued dedication to our parish community.

Η Ενορία μας απευθύνει πρόσκληση σε όσους επιθυμούν να προσφέρουν  εθελοντικά τις υπηρεσίες τους, αναλαμβάνοντας καθήκοντα προέδρων για το προσεχές ενοριακό φεστιβάλ. Επισημαίνεται ότι οι θέσεις αυτές είναι καθαρά  εθελοντικές και δεν προβλέπεται καμία οικονομική απολαβή. Οι ενδιαφερόμενοι παρακαλούνται να δηλώσουν το ονοματεπώνυμό τους στο γραφείο της  Εκκλησίας. Δεδομένου ότι η επιτυχής διοργάνωση του φεστιβάλ προϋποθέτει αυξημένο συντονισμό και οργανωτική μέριμνα, προγραμματίζεται η σύσταση                     επιτροπών, ώστε η ευθύνη να κατανέμεται συλλογικά και να μη βαρύνει ένα μόνο πρόσωπο. Σας  ευχαριστούμε θερμά για το ενδιαφέρον σας και για τη διαρκή και πολύτιμη προσφορά σας στην ενοριακή μας κοινότητα. 

 

Greek School Upcoming Events:

Greek School Lessons Resume - Vasilopita Cutting   January 7th

3 Hierarchs January 25th    Celebration

Apokries Greek February 21th Carnival

Greek Independence     March 22nd    Day Program

Graduation   May 17th    Celebration

 

 

 

 

 

 

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