Trapeza for this Sunday, August 9th, will be potluck.

Trapeza Setup/Cleanup Team: Olga N., Olga C. & Family.

Upcoming Festival Food Prep Sessions - Saturday, August 8th @ 10:00 am (piroshki prep) & Sunday, August 9th after trapeza (piroshki shape, fill, & bake - many hands will be needed). The festival is our parish’s primary fundraiser for the year, so please try to come and help out at as many of the sessions as possible.

The Blessing of Water & New Honey will take place at the end of Divine Liturgy for the Procession of the Cross on Friday, August 14th. The day also marks the beginning of the two-week Dormition Fast.

The 33rd Annual Orthodox Church Musicians’ Conference will be held from September 30th to October 4th, 2026, at Holy Virgin Protection Cathedral in Des Plaines, IL. The conference will feature lectures, workshops, and rehearsals exploring the cultivation of the ideal choral sound, with special focus on pitch, vocal quality, and the balance of voices. Metropolitan Nicholas has requested that at every parish have at least one representative in attendance. For general information, registration and lodging, please click HERE.  

Rectory Septic System Fund - With the blessing of Bishop Michael a fundraising campaign has been initiated to cover the expense of replacing the 70 year-old septic system at the parish rectory. An inspection determined that the current system in the front yard is no longer serviceable, and since the new system must be installed in the backyard and the plumbing must be rerouted because of the current building codes, the cost of the entire project will now exceed $40,000, and we’re a little under $12,000 short of our original goal. Please consider donating toward this project, and any amount would be greatly appreciated. You can find the page to donate online through our Parish Tithely account by clicking on the link at the bottom of this page, or, if you prefer, you can mail your donation to the church at 364 Canterbury Turnpike, Norwich, CT, 06360, or given it directly to Dick or Laura on Sunday. 

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 will be in excess of $40,000 due to the work required to bring the system up to code. 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