St Olympia Orthodox Church - Week of 5 25 2025

Dear Faithful,

Christ is Risen!

Greetings on this Monday after the Sunday of the Samaritan Woman at the Well—St. Photini (Greek) or St. Svetlana (Slavic)—who some consider to be the first Christian missionary. She evangelized her own city before traveling to Carthage where she continued to spread the Good News.

We will not always have the status of "mission parish" here at St. Olympia's, but may we always be mission-minded, just like St. Photini. People today need the Gospel—its truth, hope, and light—more than ever. Archbishop Anastasios of Albania, of blessed memory, once said, “Church without mission is a contradiction in terms.” His words remind us that the Church is not meant to be inward-focused or static, but a dynamic living witness—reaching out, serving, and transforming the world around it.

Attached is the bulletin (thank you, Peggy!).

In case you missed our first "Know Your Faith" class on Sunday, here is a link to the recording. These will continue every other Sunday beginning around 12:30pm. 

It is not too late to provide a meal or giftcard for the Butterfields. There are several open slots this week. You can sign up here. If the drive is too far, you can drop off a meal at the church and someone can bring it to them. Just let me know. This is a great opportunity to honor St. Photini and Abp. Anastasios. Our Christian witness and mission begin at home—with those in need who are already within the embrace of our community.

Have a blessed week!

Your servant in Christ,

Fr. Gregory

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Rev. Gregory Fedorchak, Ph.D.

Parish Priest - St. Olympia Orthodox Church

34 N Main St., Norwood, NY 13668