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Announcements
December 11th - Last Day to bring a gift for a child in need
We are collecting toys for homeless children for Christmas. If you would like to donate a toy and bring a smile to a child's face, please bring one in on Sunday, December 11th. It does not have to be wrapped as wrapping will take place on the 15th.

Thank you so much.
Philoptochos Christmas Boutique and Bake Sale this Sunday
As a reminder, the Philoptochos Boutique and Bake Sale is this Sunday. Please come pick up your baked goods!
General Assembly - December 18th
Our next General Assembly will be Sunday, December 18h in the Community Hall after the Liturgy.
Secret Santa
If you signed up for the Secret Santa and haven't picked up your card yet, please come into the hall to draw one!

Please have your wrapped and labeled present brought to the church hall no later than December 18th, so that they may be given out on Christmas Day. And if you're unsure of what to get, the bookstore has plenty of items to choose from quick and easily.
New Christmas Products in the Bookstore
We have recently stocked a large supply of Christmas Cards (in our new, fancy greeting card tree) and Ornament icons in the book store, if you would like to get a jump on your Christmas shopping.

We hope to continue to stock a larger and larger variety. If you have any suggestions of things to add to our shelves, feel free to message StsCaHBookstore@gmail.com
Worship Services
Akathist Service
Every Wednesday at 5:00pm
An Akathist service followed by The Teachings of the Church discussion group. Everyone is welcome to attend.
The current topic is The Soul After Death; What happens when we die?
Great Vespers
Every Saturday at 5:00pm
Daily Divine Liturgy for the Nativity Fast
For Monday, December 12th

Hours 8:30am
Divine Liturgy 9:00am
Spyridon the Wonderworker of Trymithous 
For Tuesday, December 13th
Hours 8:30am
Divine Liturgy 9:00am
Herman the Wonderworker of Alaska & First Saint of America
For Wednesday, December 14th
Hours 8:30am
Divine Liturgy 9:00am
Martyrs Thyrsus, Leucius, and Callinicus of Asia Minor, and Philemon, Apollonius, and Arian of Alexandria 
For Thursday, December 15th
Hours 8:30am
Divine Liturgy 9:00am
Eleutherios the Hieromartyr, Bishop of Illyricum, and his mother Anthia 
For Friday, December 16th
Hours 8:30am
Divine Liturgy 9:00am
The Holy Prophet Aggaeus (Haggai) 
For Saturday, December 17th
Hours 8:30am
Divine Liturgy 9:00am
Daniel the Prophet & Ananias, Azarias, & Misail, the Three Holy Youths 
Parish Events
Teachings of the Church
What does our Holy Orthodox Church teach about the purpose of life? What does she teach about the soul and what happens when we die? What about things like anger, depression, anxiety and fear?  What does the Church teach about money, technology, art and entertainment; or about sexuality, gender, love and marriage? What does the Church teach about being a man, or being a woman or raising children? 

Join us for a weekly, in-person discussion group to learn and discuss the Church's profound and life-changing answers to these questions and many others

Schedule
5:00pm - Akathist or Small Paraklesis to the Theotokos (in the church)
Potluck Fellowship meal
6:00pm - Teaching of the Church Discussion Group (in the hall)
Upcoming Events
Saturday, December 11th - Philoptochos Christmas Bake Sale
From 11:00am to 3:00pm in the Hall
December 11th - December 24th - Daily Divine Liturgy
1st & 3rd Hours at 8:30am and Liturgy at 9:00am
Saturday, December 18th - General Assembly
Our next General Assembly will be held after the Liturgy in the Hall
Saturday, January 21st - Orthodox Gathering of the Walk for Life
Civic Center Plaza in San Francisco, CA
Sunday, February 12th - Kids 'n Cancer
The annual Kids 'n Cancer fundraiser & luncheon will be Sunday, February 12th
Community News
Coffee Hour & Fellowship Schedule:
Please remember that after November 15th, all Fellowship Meals until Christmas should be fast friendly
Sunday, December 11th: Parish Potluck
Sunday, December 18th: Hosted by Philoptochos

Sunday, December 25th: Christmas Luncheon
Sunday, January 1st: Parish Potluck
Sunday, January 8th: Philoptochos will host for Vasilopita
Sunday, January 15th: Parishoner Hosted
Sunday, January 22nd: Hosted by Parish Council
Sunday, January 29th: Still need a volunteer

If you would like to provide a meal or sponsor someone for a Sunday, please reach out to StsCaH@gmail.com

Prayer List

Please keep in your prayers the servants of God: Zander, Maro, Roger, Rommel, Stephanie, Samir, Demetria, Katerina, Irvin, Roula, Joshua, Andreas, George, Nitsa, Georgia Nickolatos, Brandon, George, Michael, Dorothy, Amy, Evangelos, Mary, Rosa, Irena, Mary, Maria, Maria, Vickie, Paul, Sarah, Michael, Gregory, Deme and Ron. If you have anyone else you would like to add to this list, please email StsCaH@gmail.com.

Father's Latest Podcast and Sermon
To listen to Father Ninos' latest sermon and podcast, please follow the link to the audio on our parish website here.
Stewardship
Offering your Time, Talents and Treasure
It's time to prayerfully consider your 2022 Stewardship offering to God. How will you offer your time, talents and treasure in the new year? With your support, our parish will continue to grow and thrive. Pick up a stewardship card from the narthex to make your pledge soon or if you would like to make your pledge or donate online, please fill out the new form on our website.

If you would like to stay engaged with the parish please fill out our Parish Membership Form online to update your contact information and let us know about any ministries you would like to be a part of!
Other Events and News
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