St. Mark Greek Orthodox Church
Weekly Bulletin · Week of March 22
Sunday of St. John Climacus
Sunday, March 22, 2026
Welcome Parishioners, Guests, and Seekers! We welcome you to our parish home and hope that you will be comfortable and experience the love of Christ!
This Sunday
Services
- 9:00 AMOrthros
- 10:00 AMDivine Liturgy with Procession
Readings
- Orthros Gospel: John 20:11-18
- Epistle: Hebrews 6:13-20
- Gospel: Mark 9:17-31
This Week
Great Compline
Monday, March 23rd, 6:30 PMGreat Compline is a solemn evening service of repentance and reflection, calling us to turn our hearts back to God as we prepare for sleep and entrust ourselves to His care. It is one of the most moving prayers of the Lenten season, filled with the penitential spirit that draws us closer to Christ.
The Feast of the Annunciation of the Theotokos (Eve)
Tuesday, March 24thJoin us at The Annunciation Monastery in Reddick the evening before The Feast. 13486 NW Hwy 225, Reddick, FL 32686. If you have never been to the monastery, this would be a perfect opportunity. When visiting a monastery there is a dress code that the Sisters ask us to follow. For men, please wear long pants, long sleeves, and closed-toe shoes. For women please wear long skirts, long sleeves, head-scarves, and closed-toe shoes. Please be respectful at all times as we enter the community of the Sisters. Also note that His Eminence Metropolitan Sevastianos will be present as well.
- 4:00 PMSmall Vespers
- 5:00 PMDinner
- 6:30 PMVigil for The Feast of The Annunciation
The Feast of the Annunciation of the Theotokos
Wednesday, March 25thAt St Mark.
- 9:00 AMOrthros
- 10:00 AMDivine Liturgy
Salutations to the Theotokos + Lenten Potluck
Friday, March 27th, 6:30 PMThe Akathist Hymn, known as Salutations, is a beloved Friday evening tradition during Great Lent. Through beautiful hymns and poetry, we honor the Panagia - the All-Holy Mother of God - and ask for her prayers and intercession as we journey toward Pascha. Following the Akathist service we have a Lenten Potluck - Bring a Lenten-friendly dish to share as we enjoy fellowship together!
Announcements
Easter Bread for Sale!
St. Mark's will be offering Easter Bread (Tsourekia) baked by the Sisters of Annunciation Monastery. The price is $13 for a 1.5 pound loaf. The Easter Bread is a delicious tradition to enjoy with your Paschal meal. Please see Mary Frangos after Church today if you would like to reserve a loaf of Easter Bread. We are placing the order this week. A limited supply of bread will be made available on a first come first serve basis on Palm Sunday. All payments will be due payable to St. Mark's on Palm Sunday. Please see Philanthy or Mary if there are any questions.
Festival Volunteers Needed
Festival volunteers are needed. Please consider lending a hand.
Festival Donations
Festival donations are being accepted.
A Word on Stewardship
Our Stewardship Drive continues! God is doing great things in our community, and each of us is called to take part in His work. Stewardship sign-ups remain available near the entrance by the candles. Join us in offering back to God a portion of the blessings He has given us, as we grow together in faith and service. Donate Online.
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