Christ the Savior Orthodox Church

Attention Visitors: We've Moved!

Thu, 1 May 2008 0:00:00 EDT

Parish Picnic

Sun, 29 Jun 2008 0:00:00 EDT

On Sunday, June 29, 2008, the feast of the American Saints and the Apostles Peter & Paul, the faithful and friends of Christ the Savior had a Parish Picnic at the rectory. The weather held out, allowing for some cool time in the pool. Many thanks to all who participated, helping to make the day truly enjoyable!

Baptism of Troy (Paul) Duker

Sat, 28 Jun 2008 0:00:00 EDT

On Saturday evening Troy (Paul) Duker was welcomed into the Orthodox Church through the Mysteries of Holy Baptism and Chrismation. Troy assumed the name of Paul in honor of his patron Saint, the Holy Apostle Paul whose feast is celebrated on this day. May God grant His newly-illumended servant Paul many blessed years!

New Altar Icons

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 0:00:00 EDT

On Friday, June 20th, new icons of the Mother of God and Saint John the Baptist were installed in our altar. These icons together with the existing icon of Christ behind the altar table form what is called the ‘Deisis’ – the Greek word meaning intercession since the Theotokos and the Baptist are depicted making continual supplication for us before the Throne of Christ.

Holy Pentecost

Sun, 15 Jun 2008 0:00:00 EDT

On Sunday, June 15, the faithful gathered to celebrate the feast of Pentecost which commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles fifty days after the Lord rose from the dead. As is customary, the Vespers for the Day of the Holy Spirit together with the Kneeling Prayers were served immediately following the Divine Liturgy.

Memorial Day Pilgrimage

Mon, 26 May 2008 0:00:00 EDT

On Monday, May 26th, a small contingent from the Mission made its way to St. Tikhon's Orthodox Monastery in South Canaan, Pennsylvania, for the annual Memorial Day Pilgrimage.

Egg Hunt

Sun, 4 May 2008 0:00:00 EDT

On Sunday, May 4th, an Egg Hunt was offered for the children of the parish. Though the competition was at times fierce, a good time was had by all!

Holy Pascha

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 0:00:00 EDT

Throughout Holy Week the faithful gathered at the liturgical services to be with the Lord during His voluntary sufferings, death on the Cross, and burial in the Tomb. Then early in the morning on the first day of the week, they gathered to witness to the Lord's resurrection from the dead. We, the faithful of Christ the Savior Orthodox Church in Delmarva, greet you all with the joyous exclamation, "Christ is risen!"

Holy Unction

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 0:00:00 EDT

On Great and Holy Wednesday, April 23rd, nearly 50 people gathered to be annointed with Holy Unction for the healing of soul and body. The Church's practice of anointing with holy oil...

Palm Sunday

Sun, 20 Apr 2008 0:00:00 EDT

On Sunday, April 20th, the faithful celebrated the Lord's Entrance into Jerusalem, the feast of Palm Sunday. In remembrance of this day, and with anticipation of the Lord's victory over death on Holy Pascha, we carry palms and pussy-willows.

Parish Council Installation

Sun, 6 Apr 2008 0:00:00 EDT

On Sunday, April 6th, with the blessing of our diocesan hiearch, Metropolitan Herman, the new Parish Council members were installed into office. During the first meeting of the 2008 Council, Stan Alexion was elected Senior Warden, George Hamaty was elected Junion Warden, and Susan Pappas was elected Treasurer. May the Lord bless the new 2008 Council members and officers!