April 3, 2012: Holy Tuesday Service
The Evening Prayer will begin at 7pm at the home of Justin Mathews and Sheela.
April 2, 2012: Holy Monday Ssrvice
The Evening Prayer will begin at 7pm at the home of Thomas Jacob (Rajesh) and Sanju.
April 1, 2012: Palm Sunday Service
The Palm Sunday Service will begin at 8:15am at Clifton Town Center. Evening Prayer will begin at 6:30pm at the home of Eldo Varghese and Jisha.
March 3, 2012: Annual Lenten Retreat
The Parish had its annual Lenten Retreat on Saturday, March 3 from 2-5pm. The Retreat Leader was Rev. Fr. Alexander Kurien. Approximately 50 individuals attended the retreat, which was followed by Holy Confession and refreshments.
February 28, 2012: Demise of Julia Samuel - may her memory be eternal!
The Parish mourns the loss of young Julia Samuel, the six-year old daughter of Sunil Samuel and Sibi of St Gregorios Orthodox Church, Silver Spring, MD. She had been battling leukemia for a long time. Achen and all the members of St. Mary's Indian Orthodox Church of NoVA express their deepest condolences and prayers to the grieving family during this difficult time. May Almighty God shower them with strength.
February 20, 2012: Great Lent Begins
The Great Lent begins for 50 days until Easter Day. All are requested to strictly observe the Great Lent by abstaining from meat, fish, and dairy products to the best of your ability. The theme for this year's Lent is "For all that Christ has done for me, what can I offer Him?" Readings for each day of Great Lent will be emailed.
February 19, 2012: Kothne Sunday & Shub'kono Service
The Parish conducted Shub'kono Service (Service of Reconciliation) as a premise to Great Lent.
January 30-February 2, 2012: Nineveh 3-Day Lent
The parish participated in the Nineveh 3-day Lent.
January 8, 2012: Danaha Service
The Parish celebrated Epiphany (Danaha) on January 8.
January 1, 2012: New Year's Day Service
The Parish rang in the New Year with Holy Qurbana on Sunday, January 1. The new 2012 Managing Committee took charge that day as well. Blessings for a healthy, safe, and prosperous New Year to all!
December 25, 2011: St. Mary's NoVA celebrates Christmas
The Parish celebrated Christmas on December 25. Following the Night Prayers (Rathri/Lilio), the fire service occurred, burning the palm leaves and everyone went around the fire to place a piece of incense in the fire. Then followed the Sleeba Akhosham. Morning Prayer began shortly therafter, followed by Holy Qurbana. After Holy Qurbana, the caroling group sang for the members we were not able to visit and the Sunday School presented a short program. Secret Santa Christmas gifts were distributed to all children. A sumptuous Kerala lunch was served to end the day. May the blessings of Christmas and the Christ-child be with all of you throughout 2012.
December 4, 2011: 2012 Election GB Results in First Woman Trustee
The Parish Assembly of St. Mary's met on Sunday, December 4 following Holy Qurbana. With the current revision of the Malankara Constitution to permit women participation in the Assembly and Managing Committee, the Assembly nominated three women and three men to the 2012 Managing Committee, pending approval by the Diocesan Metropolitan. We pray that the Holy Spirit will be with the new committee as they lead the activities of the parish in 2012.
