Yearly Archives: 2013

2013 Christmas Epistle of His Beatitude Sviatoslav

Posted on December 21, 2013 by admin

This is an unofficial translation by Royal Doors and is presented until such is promulgated. To the Son, eternally and immaculately born of the Father, Who—in the fullness  of time—was born bodily, without seed, from a Virgin, Let us cry … Continue reading →

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Patriarch SVIATOSLAV in Rome

Posted on November 26, 2013 by admin

On Nov 25, 2013, Patriarch SVIATOSLAV led a solemn Pontifical Divine Liturgy at the altar of the Vatican Basilica of St. Peter on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the transfer of the relics of St. Josaphat, martyr for … Continue reading →

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St. Sophia Day

Posted on September 22, 2013 by admin

We had another fabulous celebration of our parish’s patronal feast day thanks to the generosity of the Lemley family! There was great food, jet skis, tubing, shoreline exploration, swimming, more great food, live music, and a piñata to name but … Continue reading →

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Day of Fasting and Prayer for Peace Sept 7, 2013

Posted on September 5, 2013 by admin

Worldwide Day Of Fasting and Prayer for Peace at St. Sophia Ukrainian Greek-Catholic Church Sat Sept 7, 2013 from 3-5 PM, come and go as you’re able St. Sophia parish invites its parishioners, friends of the parish, and all others … Continue reading →

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Blessing of the Automobiles

Posted on July 21, 2013 by admin

It is a custom of Eastern Christians to have their cars and other modes of transportation blessed both when newly acquired and on or near the feast of the Prophet Elias (or Elijah as he is sometimes called), as the … Continue reading →

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May I receive Communion?

Posted on July 7, 2013 by admin

May I receive Communion? If you are a practicing and communing Catholic in good standing with the church (confessed recently and as needed, kept the appropriate Communion fast, married in the church if applicable, all the usual stuff) then you … Continue reading →

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Eastern Catholics Communing in a Roman Mass

Posted on July 6, 2013 by admin

Just in time for your summer travels! Those of you traveling to areas where the priests aren’t familiar with Eastern Catholicism can now print off a guide that hits all the important points about Eastern Catholic faithful communing in Roman … Continue reading →

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May I go to Confession?

Posted on July 6, 2013 by admin

May I confess in a Catholic Church or rite other than my own? Yes, you may. All Catholics in the area are welcome to confess at St. Sophia, either at a regularly offered time before services, by talking to the … Continue reading →

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Eastern Catholics at a Roman Mass

Posted on July 6, 2013 by admin

When Eastern Catholics Commune at a Roman Catholic Mass This pamphlet is primarily intended to be a teaching document for seminaries and formation houses. It is secondarily designed to be easily printed and carried with traveling Eastern Catholics. With that … Continue reading →

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What should I expect?

Posted on July 5, 2013 by admin

What should I expect? The people at St. Sophia’s tend to be laid-back and practical. Parishioners will most likely give you space to explore and take things at your own pace, and they’ll be happy to answer any questions you … Continue reading →

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