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NEWS & EVENTS
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26 APRIL 2010 MEMORY
ETERNAL!
Grant rest O Lord to the soul of your
servant Sylvia Muresan (+81 years) who fell
asleep Monday, April 26, 2010 with the assurance of rising again
to life. May she follow the Risen Lord the Paradise He has
prepared for those who love Him, and may her children and
grandchildren be comforted by His love. She was a faithful
member of the Cathedral for many years. In veci pomenirea ei!
(Funeral arrangements can be
obtained by calling the Cathedral Office: 248 569-4833)
POSTED
6 APRIL 2010 NEW PHOTOS
POSTED
A variety of photographs taken from Lazarus
Saturday and continuing through Holy Week, ending with Pascha (Easter
Sunday) are now posted on this site! Click on "photo gallery" to the
left and scroll to bottom to view them. We hope you are inspired by
these images and will share them with family and friends!
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6 APRIL 2010 TRADITIONAL
PASCHAL BLESSING OF GRAVES
As is our custom, we invite members and
friends of the Cathedral to join us following the Divine services at the
church Sunday, April 11 at Woodlawn and Evergreen cemeteries in Detroit
for the annual blessing of graves. A parastas will be served at the
Romanian Shrine at 1pm, followed by blessings at each grave and pomane.
We also invite you Saturday, April 17 to St Mary Cemetery at Vatra
Romaneasca where we will serve a parastas (1pm) and bless the graves of
our loved ones there. All are asked (if able) to bring a dish to share
at the pomana that will follow. This is a beautiful custom of the
Orthodox, so we encourage more of our faithful to participate!
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6 APRIL 2010 CATHEDRAL
FACEBOOK PAGE
The Cathedral now has a "fan page" on the
popular networking site Facebook. For those who use this
technology, we invite you to type in the church's name and add
yourself as a "fan" of the parish. While this remains our main
web presence, we are using the Facebook page as an added tool to
announce events and bring people closer to the Cathedral! Invite
family and friends to look us up and join as well!
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6 APRIL 2010 AROY SPORTS
TOURNAMENT & SPRING DANCE
The Cathedral chapters of AROY (American
Romanian Orthodox Youth) will be hosting the 2010 basketball and
volleyball Tournament here in Detroit April 23-25. We encourage
you to support our young people as spectators during the games
and at the "Balul Primaverii" (Spring Dance) on Saturday, April
24. There will be a variety of Romanian, American and other
european music, food, beverages, etc. Cost is only $10.00
admission. More information will be posted on www.aroy.org
and in the coming weeks at services. Please bring family and
friends... all events are open to the public!
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6 APRIL 2010 21st REVERSE
RAFFLE FAST APPROACHING
The Cathedral's popular "Reverse Raffle" benefit night returns in
2010 and will be held on Saturday, May 1 here at the Cultural
Center. This is truly an elegant and enjoyable night for
couples, neighbors, businessmen, and friends to come together,
enjoy a first class meal, music, the finest beverages, and have
a chance to win several thousand dollars in cash and prizes!
Please call the Cathedral office (248.569.4833) to speak with
council president Paul Hunt, David Maxim, etc today to purchase
your tickets! Only 200 are sold! We look forward to a great
evening in support of the Cathedral.
POSTED
1 APRIL 2010 HOLY WEEK &
PASCHAL SERVICES
The schedule for the Holy Week and
Resurrection services here at the Cathedral are posted on the
main page of this web-site. We anticipate large crowds,
beautiful weather, and of course the truly inspiring and joyful
celebration of Our Lord's Resurrection. Please, make it a
priority with your entire family to be with for the services of
this weekend -- journey with us and Our Lord as we worship his
suffering, death and burial, then glorify His Holy Resurrection!
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8 JANUARY 2010 NEW PARISH OFFICERS
FOR 2010
The newly elected officers of the Cathedral's auxiliaries were
announced on January 31 during the Three Saints Dinner. We congratulate
all of our leaders and look forward to a great, progressive and
fulfilling year here at the Cathedral!
Parish Council: President
Paul Hunt, Vice President JE Lazar, Secretary Ana Vasilescu, Treasurer
Maranda Tipa, Epitrop Viorel Nikodin (I), Mihail Cristache (II), Nick
Vasu (III), Florin Moldovan (IV), Auditors Cornel Ivascu, Gus Vincent
Ladies Auxiliary: President
Goldie Kalugar (officers serve 2 year term)
SrAROY: President Dr
Victor Marinescu, Vice President Silvana Totan, Secretary Ina Buzgar,
Treasurer Livia Sinea, Auditors Paul Faraianu, Elena Mindru
JrAROY: President
Cristina Lupu, Vice President Elizabeth Kalugar, Secretary Carmen Ureche,
Treasurer Gabriela Vasilescu, Auditors Gabrielle Kalugar, Paula Moldovan
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10 FEBRUARY 2010 SUPPORT
JrAROY FOOTPRINT PROJECT
Starting Sunday February 21 and continuing through Palm Sunday,
JrAROY again will be sponsoring its "Footprints: Our
Journey to Pascha" as its 'work-month project' for National
AROY. Purchase paper footprints ($1.00 each) and write your name
of the name of a loved on it. The chapter members will add them
to the path created that we as a parish family journey together
through Great Lent. This is a very worthy cause that we hope
everyone will support as often as possible.
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8 JANUARY 2010 REGISTRATION FOR
CHURCH SCHOOL!
CHURCH SCHOOL REGISTRATION is underway for the 2010
(February-May) session. Parents, whether you are currently a parish
member or not, we want your children to participate! Please, if you have
not yet filled out the brief form and returned it to the Cathedral
Office, do so today! A copy is included in this bulletin for your
convenience. It is a simple process — please sign up today! A letter
explaining the schedule, details, etc will be mailed to you upon receipt
of your registration. Thank you!
ÎNREGISTRAREA PENTRU SCOALA
PAROHIALĂ sesiunea februarie - mai a început duminică, 20
decembrie. Dragi părinţi, chiar dacă sunteţi membrii
sau dacă nu, vrem ca copiii vostrii să participe! Dacă nu
aţi complectat formularul de înregistrare, nu este târziu nici
acum. Procesul de înregistrare este foarte simplu — complectaţi
formularul si trimiteţi-l sau aduceţi-l la biserică. O
scrisoare care vă dă toate detaliile si explicaţiile o să
fie trimisă vouă după ce primim formularul de înregistrare.
Mulţumim!
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8 JANUARY 2010 2010 MEMBERSHIP
& POMELNIC REMINDER
Now,
at the beginning of the New Year, each of us should submit our 2010
Membership Pledge form. Let God guide your heart in deciding the
responsible amount that you should pledge to His Church so that it can
do more for the Lord’s sake in our community, and its worries over how
the bills will be paid will be eased. Remember, to faithfully and fairly
support Christ’s Church is the sacred, personal responsibility of every
Orthodox Christian member. Any questions? Call the Office or speak with
Fr Lazar.
ALSO...
Did you
submit the 2010 Diptych-Pomelnic remembrance sheet (“Cununa
Anului”)? During the year, each Orthodox person listed will be
remembered at each Divine Liturgy. Even if you do submit this annual
form, you may still also submit names for a particular day’s
Liturgy by submitting one of the Diptych sheets available at the Trustee
Office, prior to the service. Call the office to
pick up a pomelnic list today!
POSTED
8 JANUARY 2010 A NOTE OF CHRISTMAS
THANKS
Dear
Parishioners & Friends,
Along with our family, please accept our sincere thanks for the special
gestures, gifts, cards, etc offered to us during this Holy-day season.
We are grateful for your consideration and assure you that as we begin
another new year together, each of you will be in our thoughts and
prayers. May Our Lord bless us you with peace, good health and many
happy years. Anul Nou cu sanatate, bucurie si toate cele bune! With our
love, Fr Laurence & Psa Anita Lazar
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8 JANUARY 2010 CATHEDRAL CHOIR
SEEKS NEW MEMBERS
THE
CATHEDRAL CHOIR invites
members or friends of the parish to join our beloved choir! We have a
proud history, and always welcome new singers for all voices as we
continually help beautify the services and lead the faithful in praising
God. Formal training is not required, and we can help you better learn
the Romanian or English music! So, if you like to sing and think you
have an interest, or know that you possess the God-given talent to sing,
we need you! New faces bring new life… so join us beginning on Sunday.
Remember,
it is said that
“those
who sing, pray twice!”
CORUL
CATEDRALEI invită
parohienii si prietenii acestei parohii să devină membrii ai
corului nostru drag! Un cor cu un trecut binecunoscut, suntem
întotdeauna bucurosi să întâmpinam cu drag noi cântăreţi
de voci diferite pentru a continua tradiţia
si a înfrumuseţa
serviciu religios. Nu este necesar să aveţi
cunostinţe
de muzică, deasemeni aveţi
ocazia să învăţaţi
mai bine muzică românească sau/si engleză! Deci, dacă
vă place să cântaţi
si credeţi
că sunteţi
interesaţi,
sau dacă sunteţi
dotat cu acest talent dela Dumnezeu, avem nevoie de voi! Vă astemptăm
cu drag să veniţi
la cor duminica. Se
zice
că, “cei care cântă se roagă de doua ori!”
John E Lazar, Director
POSTED
4 DECEMBER 2009 ANNUAL CHRISTMAS
CONCERT INVITE
Family and friends, and especially the children are
invited to join us for the Cathedral's 4th Annual "Concert de
Craciun", a wonderful meal and concert with poems and carols about
the Christmas season in true Romanian style! Each child will receive a
gift and have a chance to meet with "Mos Craciun"! Click on
the announcement on this web-site's main-page for more information! We
look forward to welcoming as many as possible to this truly
heart-warming day, beginning with the Divine Liturgy at 10:00am on
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 20. The concert and meal and free (Benevol / free-will
offering) for everyone.
POSTED
4 DECEMBER 2009 NYE / REVELION
TICKETS ON SALE
Tickets are now on sale during the week at the office, or
following services on Sunday for the 2010 NEW YEAR'S EVE REVELION! You
won't want to miss this elegant and fun night... bring your family and
friends... and buy your tickets today! You can click on the main page of
this site under "Revelion" for the special page with all
information.
POSTED
4 DECEMBER 2009 COLINDE SCHEDULE TO
BE PUBLISHED
The "Colindatorii" will be visiting the homes
of parishioners and friends in the evenings during the week before
Christmas (December 22, 23, 24). This year we are making a strong effort
to visit the home of each parishioner! Friends of our parish that would
like us to carol at their home are welcome to please let us know so we
can add you to the list! A schedule based on city & zip-code will be
published in the bulletin and on this site in the coming week. Please,
help us make this ancient tradition even bigger and better -- welcome
the carolers, and if you are able, please join one of the groups (we
need more people!)... Call the office to sign up
(248/569-4833). Primiti colindatori?
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24 NOVEMBER 2009 NEW
YEAR'S REVELION ANNOUNCED
We are very happy to announce that the Cathedral will
once again sponsor a New Year's Eve Ball (REVELION), December
31, 2009! For more information, click on the photo on this
web-site's main page... tickets go on sale this Sunday, November
29 following services! We know that you will not want to miss
this very popular, elegant and memorable evening with us as we
ring in 2010 together!
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24 NOVEMBER 2009 AROY SUNDAY
BRUNCH INVITATION
The chapters of the American Romanian Orthodox Youth
invite family and friends to their Annual Brunch in honor of their
patron Saint Nicholas on Sunday, December 6. More information can be
found by downloading the Weekly Bulletin on the main page. You can also
check www.aroy.org
for information about this special saint and these activities
held by AROY Chapters across North America.
POSTED
17 NOVEMBER 2009 WEEKLY BULLETIN
NOW ALSO ONLINE
We are pleased to announce that the Weekly Bulletin
prepared and mailed by the Cathedral Office is now available for
download on this web-site. Simply go the main page and find "The
Weekly Bulletin" heading. Click on the date to download a copy of
the printed bulletin in PDF format. (Note: Your computer must have the
software necessary to download PDFs, otherwise you cannot use this
feature) We hope that this enhancement will allow us to better
disseminate information to our members and those who view this
site.
POSTED
17 NOVEMBER 2009 97th ANNIVERSARY
SUCCESSFUL
The 97th Anniversary of our Cathedral was celebrated on
November 8. It was a lovely day that was enjoyed by everyone who took
part. From the Divine Liturgy, to Solia photos, to the meal and program,
it can be said that those faithful who joined us left with a sense of
gratitude and a sense of responsibility to continue the work of our
predecessors to build up and strengthen our community today and for the
years to come. Special thanks are extended to (chef) Dr David Balaj and
his assistants for preparing the meal, to Mr Gus Vincent who served as
chairman, to the generous dinner sponsors, etc. The future is
bright here at St George Cathedral!
POSTED
3 NOVEMBER 2009 FESTIVAL
REVIEWS & PHOTOS POSTED
We thank everyone who participated in our 5th Annual
Romanian Festival of Greater Detroit. You are invited to read
the review and photographs that are now posted here on this site
(look under the "PHOTO GALLERY" section). We
appreciated everything that was done in the name of, and for the
good of our Cathedral parish and the Romanian community of
Detroit. May God continue to bless us all!
POSTED
11 SEPTEMBER 2009 FESTIVAL
WEB-SITE NOW ONLINE!
We apologize for the delay, but are pleased to announce
that our web-site with information on the fast-approaching 5th
ANNUAL ROMANIAN FESTIVAL of GREATER DETROIT, to be held here at
the Cathedral September 19 & 20 is now up and online! Please
view the pages and learn about the events and features of the
festival... we look forward to welcoming the Romanians of metro
Detroit and Windsor as well as the general public, neighbors,
and friends to enjoy the weekend with us!
Click
to view ROMANIAN FESTIVAL 2009 web-site
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2 AUGUST 2009 OCA METROPOLITAN TO
VISIT CATHEDRAL
On SUNDAY, AUGUST 16, we will welcome Metropolitan JONAH
of the Orthodox Church in America who will be celebrating the Divine
Liturgy with Archbishop NATHANIEL and the faithful here at St George
Cathedral. A lovely reception will follow. We sincerely invite all
parishioners, with family and our friends to participate in this day
with us, beginning with the entrance of the hierarchs at 9:45am.
POSTED
5 JUNE 2009 SUPPORT OUR GOGOSI
SALE
Some called them "gogosi", others say "scoverzi",
"pancove", "placinte", etc... No matter what
you call them, we guarantee you'll love them! We hope you will support
this fundraiser for the good of our JrAROYs (teenagers) of the parish.
They will be making these popular treats from scratch and selling them
through advanced orders. Click on the link below for more information
and order form. Please drop off form to the Cathedral Office with
payment no later than Sunday, June 14. Pick up is June 21. Thank you for
your support!
Click here for Gogosi (Romanian doughnut) Order Form
POSTED
5 JUNE 2009 EPISCOPATE CONGRESS
APPROACHING
The Annual Congress of the Romanian Orthodox Episcopate
of America will be held at Vatra Romaneasca, Grass Lake MI on July 3-5,
2009. The weekend begins with the clergy conference on July 2. The
Cathedral will be represented by parish priest Fr Laurence Lazar (also
Dean of Michigan & Episcopate Council Secretary), Assistant Priest
Fr Sabin Pop, with Delegates Virgil Barbu and Psa Ramona Pop. Our
members Maranda Tipa, JE Lazar and Alex Radulescu will represent
National AROY. Please remember that there will be no services at
the Cathedral during this weekend -- we invite and encourage all of our
parishioners, families and friends to join us for the services, meals,
dances, and festivities at the Vatra.
Click
here for more information on the Episcopate Congress
POSTED
5 JUNE 2009 JOIN US ON FATHER'S
DAY
We invite you to the Cathedral's Annual Father's Day
Dinner, Sunday June 21. Join us for the services then for a good meal
and fellowship as we honor our physical and spiritual fathers. Va
invitam sa luati parte la masa data in onoarea tatilor nostrii fizici si
spirituali, Duminica 21 iunie.
Click
here for Father's Day Announcement & Details
POSTED
4 MAY 2009 JOIN US ON MOTHER'S
DAY
We invite our parish family and friends to join us for
our Annual Mother's Day Banquet on Sunday, May 10. Pray with us
at the Divine Liturgy and Parastas (memorial service) in memory
of all mothers beginning at 10:00am. The dinner will follow in
St George Hall with a home-made meal and brief program. The menu
includes: Swiss Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Peas & Carrots
Medley, Salad, Dessert, and Bar refreshments. A free-will /
Benevol offering is appreciated. Veniti sa cinstim
mamele noastre cum se cuvine -- in Sfanta Biserica, si apoi la o
masa traditionala in Sala Culturala.
POSTED
4 MAY 2009 SPONSORS & HELP MUCH
NEEDED
PLEASE
CONSIDER supporting your
church. While noting a special anniversary or remembering a
loved one, financial sponsors are much needed for:
EVENTS
/ DINNERS:
Father’s
Day Dinner (21 June), Graduate’s Day Luncheon (16
August), Benefit
Dinner (27 September), Cathedral
97th Anniversary Dinner (8 November), Christmas
Concert Luncheon (13 December)
SPECIAL
ITEMS:
2 sets
of priest’s vestments, Triod,
Ceaslov & other service books (for cantors), Re-plating
of liturgical items (censer, candle-sticks, etc), other
liturgical items
Please
call the Office to discuss your wish. We depend on your kindness to help
our beloved parish. Mulţumim!
POSTED
4 MAY 2009 FR SABIN POP ASSIGNED
ASSISTANT PRIEST
The Cathedral parish and many visitors witnessed the
ordination to the Holy Priesthood of Deacon Sabin Pop on Sunday, April
26. It was a historic day that will be remembered in the hearts and
minds of all who took part. We pray that Our Lord will bless the new
priest Sabin with his Preoteasa Ionela Ramona in their ministry, and
along with our Cathedral parish, will enjoy many happy years as our
family grows!
For a review of the day and photographs, please click here or visit the
"Photo Gallery" on this site and scroll to the bottom of the
page.
POSTED
4 MAY 2009 BLESSING OF GRAVES TRADITION
CONTINUES
IT
WAS GOOD to see the number of
people who continued our annual tradition and visited the Vatra and
Detroit cemeteries this past Saturday and Sunday to share the joy of
Pascha. May our loved ones and fellow parishioners, who are sleeping
there in anticipation of rising on the Last Day, rest in peace. Christ
is risen!
POSTED
4 MAY 2009 DEARBORN PARISH HAS NEW
DEACON
MANY
YEARS! to Deacon
Mircea Vasiu who was ordained by
Archbishop Nathaniel Sunday to serve our sister
parish of Sts Peter & Paul Church, Dearborn Hts. Dn Mircea
was a classmate of our Alex Radulescu at the Theological Faculty in
Sibiu. We welcome our friend, the new deacon (& his Diaconeasa Anca)
into our Detroit / Michigan Deanery clergy brotherhood! Vrednic Este!
POSTED
4 MAY 2009 DON'T MISS OUT ON CAMP VATRA
2009
DOWNLOAD
REGISTRATION FORMS for Camp Vatra for Juniors (11-13 yrs) at
www.roea.org/campvatrajuniors. For almost 60 years, the Vatra camps have
educated our young people in the Orthodox Faith. Many have gone on
to be Church School teachers, clergy and good faithful Orthodox
Christians. Parents! Give your children this invaluable
experience August 2 – 16. Contact
Psa. Mary Ellen Rosco, Director, or Ass’t Director JE Lazar, for more
details.
DESCĂRCAŢI
FORMULARELE DE ÎNSCRIERE pentru Tabăra de Juniori de la
Vatra (11-13 ani) de pe www.roea.org/campvatrajuniors. Pentru mai bine
de 60 de ani taberele de copii de la Vatra au educat tinerii noştri
în credinţa ortodoxă. Mulţi dintre ei au ajuns educatori
la Şcoala Duminicală, clerici sau credincioşi bine educaţi
în credinţa ortodoxă. Părinţi! Oferiţi
copiilor voştri această experienţă deosebită între
2-16 August. Pentru mai multe
informaţii, contactaţi pe Directoarea P-sa Mary Ellen Rosco,
sau Asistentul JE Lazăr .
POSTED
15 APRIL 2009 WWW.SGROC.ORG BACK
ON-LINE
We apologize for the lapse in updates on this site. Due
to computer problems and software issues, we have been unable to work on
the site. As it is a volunteer effort, we hope you will be
understanding, and as we get back on a regular schedule for updates, etc
that you will find the materials posted useful. We look forward to
seeing you!
POSTED
15 APRIL 2009 Dn SABIN POP TO BE
ORDAINED PRIEST
It is with joy that we announce that our deacon Sabin Pop
will be ordained by His Eminence Archbishop NATHANIEL to the Holy
Priesthood and assigned as assistant priest to the Cathedral on St
Thomas Sunday, 26 APRIL 2009. The hierarchal Liturgy begins at 9:45am
with the entrance of the hierarch. We anticipate visiting clergy and a
number of faithful joining us, and sincerely hope that all of our
members and friends of the parish will be present and on time to join
your prayers in witnessing this historic day for the Cathedral. We
especially hope the children and young people will be with us. A (free)
festive reception honoring the newly ordained (Father) Sabin and (Preoteasa)
Ramona will follow in the Cultural Center. If you would like to offer a
gift to the Pop Family, you may do so at the reception (a table will be
set up for your gifts). For more information, please call the Cathedral
Office (248) 569-4833. In anticipation of this special day, we proclaim
"He is Worthy / Vrednic Este!"
POSTED
15 APRIL 2009 BLESSING OF GRAVES
RESCHEDULED
Our annual "Blessing of Graves" (Sfintirea
Mormintelor) on St Thomas Sunday (the Sunday after Pascha each year) has
been postponed one week this year due to the ordination of our Deacon
Sabin Pop. On SATURDAY, May 2 we will gather at St Mary Cemetery (Vatra
Romaneasca) beginning at 1:00pm. A "pomana comuna" will follow
(we ask you to please bring a dish to share). On SUNDAY, May 3
(following services at the Cathedral) we will meet at Woodlawn Cemetery
(Detroit) for a parastas at the Romanian shrine, then move to various
graves and share in the "agape" foods with those prepared.
This is a beautiful custom of our Orthodox faithful as we share the joy
of the Resurrection with those fallen asleep -- please make a point to
join us with your family!
POSTED
15 APRIL 2009 RUMMAGE SALE COMING SOON
Items are being collected for the Annual Community
Rummage Sale! On May 8 and 9, the public is welcome to our annual sale,
and we hope you will support us with your donations of furniture, toys,
appliances, household items, electronics and more. Please call the
office for more information (248) 569-4833.
POSTED
15 APRIL 2009 3rd JrAROY FOOTPRINT
PROJECT ENDING...
The Junior AROY Chapter thanks everyone who helped
support their 3rd Annual "Footsteps, Our Journey to Pascha"
project during Great Lent. As we near Holy Pascha, we hope that a few
more generous individuals will contribute and help us meet our goal of
$500.00. Each footprint is only $1.00 each, and the proceeds will go to
National AROY's Work Month Project and another charity of the chapter's
chosing. Footprints will be on sale following services on Holy Thursday
and Good Friday.
POSTED
24 NOVEMBER 2008 3rd ANNUAL
CHRISTMAS CONCERT
We invite all members, families and friends (as well as
the general public) to our 3rd Annual CHRISTMAS CONCERT on
SUNDAY, 14 DECEMBER following services. We are honored to
welcome His Grace BISHOP IRINEU (Auxiliary of our Episcopate)
who will be with us for the Divine Liturgy and festivities of
the day. A parastas will be offered marking the 30th Anniversary
since the falling asleep of Rev Fr Eugen Lazar, father of the
Cathedral Dean and long-time leader of the diocese. The Lazar
Family invites you to join with them. The Concert, featuring our
Cathedral's own "Archbishop Valerian" Choir as well as selected
AROY members and part of the "Sinaxis" Men's Choir will offer a
wide selected of Romanian and English language carols and hymns.
A lunch will be provided (free-will offering) and a special
visit from "Mos Craciun" is expected for all the children in
attendance. Additionally, the Ladies Auxiliary will be hosting
their annual holiday bake sale. We sincerely invite everyone to
make sure they join us for this special Holiday celebration!
POSTED
24 NOVEMBER 2008 ANNUAL "AROY
SUNDAY" BRUNCH
Cathedral JUNIOR AROY invites you to please join us for
their annual brunch in honor of the organization's patron, St
Nicholas (celebrated December 6). This free-will (benevol)
brunch will take place on SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7 following services.
JrAROY members will also take the collection in church for the
good of the parish on this day, so we hope you will be extra
generous both in church and at the brunch.
A special viewing of the opera "Amahl & the Night Visitors",
filmed for WDIV Channel 4 (NBC Detroit) will be shown as well at
1pm. Our own John E Lazar is a member of the cast, and our
friend Mary Callaghan Lynch (founder of Motor City Lyric Opera)
stars in the lead roll of this heart-warming holiday story of
generosity and love.
POSTED
24 NOVEMBER 2008
ROMANIAN NATIONAL DAY SERVICE
We invite all members and friends of the Cathedral to join us
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30 as we commemorate the 90th Anniversary of
the unification of the Romanian Nation (Ziua Naţională al
României). A special "Te Deum" (Prayer of Thanksgiving) will be
offered (tot in limba romana) following the Divine Liturgy.
Everyone is invited to pray with us for this historic
anniversary (1 December) and for the future peace and prosperity
of our mother-land, ţara noastră România.
POSTED
8 NOVEMBER 2008
HAVE YOU PAID YOUR
MEMBERSHIP?
DID
YOU PAY YOUR PARISH PLEDGE for 2008?
With only two months left until
the end of this year many members did not yet pay their parish
dues. It is known that each member is asked to offer a “Pledge”
to the parish in order to be a voting member and the minimum
amount set by the Parish Assembly is $150.00 per member. We
kindly ask and pray that you will honor your financial
obligation at this time. (Note, the parish itself is required to
submit $60.00 to the Episcopate for each member.) Show your
gratitude to the good Lord for all he does for you.
V-AŢI ACHITAT
“PLEDGE-UL” de membrie pe anul 2008?
Nu uitaţi, sunt numai doua luni până la
sfârşitul anului şi mulţi dintre dumneavoastră nu aţi achitat Pledge-ul
de membrie pe anul acesta. Minimul stabilit de adunarea parohiei este
$150.00 de persoană. Vă rugăm să trimiteţi contribuţia stabilită imediat.
(Parohia este mandata sa trimita $60.00 la Episcopie pentru fiecare
membru.) Amintiţi-vă de tot bunul primit de la Domnul si Mintuitorul
nostru Isus Christos ca recunoştinţă ajutaţi Sf Biserică prin
îndeplinirea acestei responsabilităţi.
POSTED
8 NOVEMBER 2008
NEW PHOTO GALLERIES POSTED
New photographs and reviews of THE 4TH ANNUAL
ROMANIAN FESTIVAL and of the 50TH ANNIVERSARY MEMORIAL for
Bishop POLICARP Morusca are now posted on this site. Click on
PHOTO GALLERY in the left-hand column, and scroll to the 'new'
section. We thank everyone that participated in these historic
events, and invite more to join us in the future.
POSTED
25 SEPTEMBER 08
ROMANIAN FESTIVAL APPROACHING!
The 4th Annual Romanian Festival of
Greater Detroit will be held on the grounds of the Cathedral
Saturday and Sunday, October 4 & 5. Please visit the newly
updated site with information on the entire weekend.
CLICK HERE to visit the RomFest
web-page
This endeavor is a critical fundraiser for our parish, but also
a very important opportunity for us to reach out the community
and general public to share and promote our pride as
Romanian-Americans and as Orthodox Christians. Please, take
advantage of this special event and be sure to invite not only
family and friends, but co-workers, neighbors, and others you
come in contact with to experience this unique and fun 4th
Romanian Festival of Greater Detroit!
Festival volunteers and sponsors are still very much needed! If
you can offer just a few hours of your time during the festival,
or can offer a donation of any amount to help this worthy cause,
please call chairman John E Lazar (734/646-6420) or the
Cathedral Office (248/569-4833) right away. Any and all help is
much appreciated!
POSTED
29 AUGUST 08
"JUNII SIBIULUI" TO PERFORM AT CATHEDRAL!
The Cathedral's Culture & Heritage
Committee is pleased to announce that on Sunday, September 7
(doors open at 5:00pm), we
will welcome the renowned "JUNII SIBIULUI" Dance and
Folklore Ensemble to the Cathedral Cultural Center. This
professional group is visiting the United States and details
were recently finalized to bring them to us in Detroit. A
wonderful performance is planned, followed by open dancing for
everyone. Picnic foods and refreshments are available as well.
We hope you will invite your family and friends to experience
this unique opportunity, as a pre-cursor to the 4th Annual
Romanian Festival of Greater Detroit! Tickets are $20.00 adult /
$10 child under 13 years old, and available at the Cathedral
Office (9am-3pm M-F) or at the door.
POSTED
29 AUGUST 08
MRS ANNA SERBU FALLEN ASLEEP
With sadness we announce that Mrs Ana Serbu, long time
Cathedral member, has fallen asleep in the Lord just short of
her 100th birthday. Funeral arrangements include: Monday, 1
September: Saracusta at Cathedral, 7:30pm; Tuesday, 2 September: Funeral
service at Cathedral followed by pomana, 10:00am. Burial will
take place at Vatra Romaneasca. May her memory be eternal!
POSTED
20 AUGUST 08
AROY CONFERENCE APPROACHING
We hope you are planning to join us
in support of the young people of our church for the 59th Annual
National Conference of the American Romanian Orthodox Youth
(August 29-31) here in metropolitan Detroit. Information and
details can be obtained by clicking the conference logo on the
main page of this website, or by calling the Cathedral Office
(248/569-4833). We look forward to having you with us!
POSTED
14 JULY 08
"TIMIŞUL" DANCERS RETURNING TO DETROIT!
The Cathedral's Culture & Heritage
Committee is pleased to announce that on Sunday, August 24, we
will once again welcome the renowned "TIMIŞUL" Dance and
Folklore Ensemble to the Cathedral! This professional group,
from Timisoara (in the Banat province of Romania) will perform
dance suites from various regions of Romania in their stunning
array of costumes. A traditional dance and picnic featuring
fresh mititei, carnati, placinte cu branza and more are planned
for the day as well. More information will be published soon...
We urge you and your family to invite friends and be sure to
join us for this special day! Visit
www.timisul.ro to learn
more about the group!
POSTED
14 JULY 08
AROY CONFERENCE WEBSITE LAUNCHED!
We are happy to announce that the official web-site for the 59th
Annual National AROY Conference (American Romanian Orthodox
Youth), to be held here at the Cathedral (and at our sister
parish Sts Peter & Paul) over Labor Day weekend is now online.
Please visit the main page of our site and click on the
conference logo. You will find schedules, event information,
highlights, ads/greetings request forms, photos from the 2006
and 2007 conferences, and more. Information will also be
published in the parish bulletin and distributed following
services. Thank you in advance for your support!
POSTED
12 JULY 08
NICK VASU SR FALLEN ASLEEP
With sadness we announce that Mr Nicholas Vasu Sr, long time
Cathedral member, has fallen asleep in the Lord after struggling
with a long illness. Funeral arrangements include: Sunday, 13
July: Saracusta at Cathedral, 7:30pm; Monday, 14 July: Funeral
service at Cathedral followed by burial and pomana, 10:00am. Mr
Vasu truly was a dedicated, faithful member of our Cathedral,
and his example should be emulated by future generations. May
his memory be eternal!
POSTED
12 JULY 08
76th ROEA CONGRESS REVIEW & PHOTOS
A review of the 76th Annual Congress of The Romanian Orthodox
Episcopate of America, held at Vatra Romaneasca, is now
available on this site. Please visit the "Photo Gallery" and
scroll down to the headline to view the bulletin recap and a
variety of photographs from the weekend. For other information
about official decisions, etc, please click on a corresponding
link below...
News Release (ROEA, 8 July 08):
76th Annual Episcopate Congress
Held
Comunicat de Presa (ROEA, 8 iulie 08):
76-a Congresul Anual a Episcopiei
News Release (ROEA, 9 July 08):
Letter to the ROAA
Comunicat de Presa (ROEA, 8 iulie
08): Scrisoare catre ROAA
POSTED
12 JULY 08
NATIONAL AROY TO RETURN TO CATHEDRAL
THE 59th ANNUAL NATIONAL AROY CONFERENCE is a
cooperative effort, hosted by Cathedral Jr & Sr AROYs along with
our sister chapter of Sts Peter & Paul AROY, August 28-31, 2008.
We look forward to a memorable weekend as we welcome the young
people of our Episcopate, and sincerely ask that our
parishioners and friends actively support this important
endeavor. More information will be published very soon, and hope
you will be part of this special event with us. The young people
need you! Vă aşteptăm cu drag!
POSTED
12 JULY 08
LA MULŢI ANI PĂRINTE!
The Cathedral family offers best
wishes to our parish priest, VERY REV FR LAURENCE LAZAR, who
celebrates his 35th Anniversary of Ordination to the Holy
Priesthood on July 8. Father was ordained by Archbishop Valerian
at the Congress in 1973, and elevated to the rank of
’archpriest/protopop’ in 1992. We pray that God will grant him
many more years of happiness, health and peace with us!
POSTED
12 JULY 08
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
The parish and facilities
are always in great need of help with various projects. Can you spare
some time to lend a hand? Can your business or profession offer
assistance with repairs, expenses, etc? We have a
long
list of needs and wishes, and you can really help your church! Call
today (248/569-4833) and we will be glad to work with you or consider
your company for business. Thank you!
POSTED
21 JUNE 08
CAMP VATRA FOR JUNIORS 2008!
Registration forms for Camp Vatra for Juniors (2008) are now
available in the Cathedral office. All young people (ages 11-13)
are sincerely invited, and all parents are especially encouraged
to make sure your children, grandchildren, fini, etc can
experience this life-changing time at Vatra Romaneasca. For
nearly 60 years, the camp has educated our youth about their
Orthodox Faith, their Romanian heritage, the values and
importance of friendship, respect, and more. We promise you that
this is an opportunity one will keep with them and build upon
throughout their entire life! Speak with John Lazar, assistant
director, through the parish office with any questions.
POSTED
21 JUNE 08
LA MULŢI ANI!
Our prayers and best wishes are extended to Emilia Maria,
daughter of Bogdan and Dr Ana Capatina, who was baptized into
the Faith on June 14. Her nasa is Dr Veronica Matei. We wish
their entire family many happy years with us!
Congratulations and best wishes are offered to Mrs Maria Sekedat
who celebrated her 102nd birthday on June 19! Mrs Sekedat is the
oldest member of the Cathedral, and she still worships with us
every Sunday. May God continue to bless her with good health and
happiness!
POSTED
21 JUNE 08
CATHEDRAL CHOIR TO SING AT 76th CONGRESS
Our choir has been asked by Archbishop Nathaniel to lead the
responses at this year's Episcopate Congress. It is an honor for
our parish have our choir selected, and we sincerely hope that
as many parishioners as possible will take part in the
festivities. Some 70 clergy and hundreds of faithful are
expected at this annual event. You can call the Chancery Office
at Vatra Romaneasca for more information: 571/522-4800.
POSTED
21JUNE 08
NO SERVICES AT CATHEDRAL JULY 6
Services will be celebrated at the Cathedral over the
Independence Day weekend. All are invited to Vatra Romaneasca
for the Friday and Saturday meetings of the annual Episcopate
Congress, the Saturday evening cultural program and dance, the
Sunday Hierarchal Liturgy, and closing dinner. Make your plans
now to be with us at our beloved Vatra, meet friends and family
from across North America, pray, eat, and socialize with us
throughout the weekend! Directions are available via
www.roea.org
POSTED
1 MAY 08
SPECIAL 'BLESSING OF GRAVES' AT VATRA
We invite you to join us on SATURDAY, 17 May 2008 (1:00pm) at
Vatra Romaneasca where we will hold a special parastas. After
the service, Fr Lazar will bless the graves of our faithful
members and friends who rest there at St Mary Cemetery. This is
a special custom of the Orthodox world to visit the graves of
the departed each year to share in the celebration of the
Resurrection. Several individuals suggested the idea, so we look
forward to as many as possible participating in this special
event. If you are able, please bring a dish to share at the
comunal pomana that will follow. If you have questions, please
call the Cathedral Office (248/569-4833).
POSTED
1 MAY 08
"TOACA" SOUNDS ONCE MORE AT CATHEDRAL
Thanks to the diligence of Alexandru Radulescu and John E Lazar,
the nuns of Dormition Monastery have furnished the Cathedral
with a new wooden toaca (sounding board). Many faces smiled and
commented upon hearing the sound of the toaca during Holy Week
and especially on the night of the Resurrection. Until this past
week, Mr Vasile Cioban was the last man to sound the toaca at
the Cathedral several decades ago. We thank the Cocariu Family
for their generosity in donating the cost of this (new) ancient
symbol of our people.
POSTED
1 MAY 08
A THANK YOU FROM FATHER & PREOTEASA
Father Laurence and Preoteasa Anita wish to thank each family and
individual that remembered them in a special way during this
paschal season. Your thoughtfulness is much appreciated. Vă
mulţumim din suflet!
POSTED
1 MAY 08
GOOD FRIDAY & PASCHA PHOTOS ADDED
We invite you to visit the "Photo Gallery" on this site, and view
photographs from the 2008 Good Friday and Resurrection services
at the Cathedral. We encourage you to submit photos and video
from various events throughout the year, and if possible, we
will post them in the gallery.
POSTED
24 MAR 08
YOUNG ADULT / SR AROY SPIRITUAL NIGHT
The Senior AROY Chapter is pleased to announce another in their
popular series of spiritual evenings for young adults. His
Grace, Bishop IRINEU will be the guest speaker at "SEARA
DUHOVNICEASCA" on Saturday, April 19, beginning at 6:00pm.
There is no charge and a light meal will be served! We sincerely
encourage all young adults (ages 21-40) from around the city to
join us for this unique evening. His Grace will offer a short
presentation and then offer responses to a select number of
spirituality-related questions put forth by Senior AROY members.
Vă învităm să participaţi cu
noi!
CLICK HERE
to download the informational flyer
APASAŢI AICI pentru mai multe informaţii
POSTED
24 MAR 08
PARISH SPRING CLEAN UP DAY SCHEDULED
As was announced on Sunday, March 23, the parish council invites
all members and friends of the parish to help us during our
annual spring clean up day, which will take place on
SATURDAY, APRIL 12 (10:00am). Come roll up your sleeves and
help us with some needed jobs like painting, weeding, dusting
and washing, sorting, etc. Whether you can give the whole day or
just a few hours, your help is appreciated!
POSTED
15 MAR 08
ROEA DIALOG WITH CHURCH OF ROMANIA
The Romanian Orthodox Episcopate of America has
posted a News Release on the recent visit of a delegation
from our Episcopate, including Fr. Laurence Lazar, to the
Patriarchate of Romania. Click on the following links for more
information:
CLICK HERE:
Episcopate Commission Holds Talks with Church of Romania
APASAŢI AICI:
Comisia Episcopiei în Dialog cu Biserica Ortodoxă Română
POSTED
15 MAR 08
CATHEDRAL CHOIR REHEARSALS & NEWS
The rehearsal schedule for Great Lent was mailed and distributed
to all choir members, along with a "rededication" request that
we hope everyone will return promptly. Rehearsals are as
follows: Saturday, 15 March (4-6pm); Sunday, 23 March
(after services); Saturday, 29 March (4-6pm); Saturday, 12 April
(4-6pm); Saturday, 19 April (12-3pm); Sunday, 20 April
(following services / before banquet); Friday, 25 April (6pm
before Lamentations / Prohod); Saturday, 26 April (11pm before
Resurrection / Invierea). There is much new and seasonal
music to be learned, and each choir member is needed! We have a
proud choral history at the Cathedral, so we ask everyone to
participate. Also, we are always welcoming new singers! Please
speak with director John E Lazar today!
POSTED
15 MAR 08
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Throughout the year, the parish and facility are in great need
of extra hands to help with various projects. Can you spare some
time to lend a hand? Can your business or profession offer
something to help with repairs, expenses, etc? We have a long
list of needs and wishes, and you can be of great help to your
church! Call the parish office today (248/569-4833). Thank you!
POSTED
15 MAR 08
HELP US MARKET OUR CULTURAL CENTER
Our
Cultural Center is a beautiful, versatile, and affordable venue
for parties of many sizes and occasions. Do YOU take advantage
of this? Do you suggest our facility to co-workers, professional
groups, family, etc when they need a facility for a special
event? Call us for details! Remember, pledging parish members
receive a substantial discounted rate!
POSTED
15 MAR 08
2008 DINNER SPONSORS NEEDED
Several of this year's Parish Dinners
are in need of sponsors. We are looking for a family or group of
people to consider offering the expenses of these important
fundraisers. Perhaps you have a special anniversary, or would
like to remember a loved one by supporting your church? Dinner
sponsors are much needed, for the good of the parish.
Those dinners needing sponsors for 2008 are: Father's Day Dinner
(15 June), Graduates Day Luncheon (3 August), Benefit / Charity
Dinner (14 September, Holy Cross), Cathedral 96th Anniversary
Dinner (8 November), Christmas Concert Luncheon (14 December).
Please speak with Fr Lazar, or call the Parish Office to discuss
your wish to help us. Vă mulţumim!
POSTED
15 MAR 08
ANNUAL RUMMAGE SALE PLANNED FOR MAY
3
Items are now being collected for the 3rd Annual Rummage Sale,
scheduled for Saturday, May 3. You can drop off items throughout
the week (9am-3pm) or on Sundays following services. Home
furnishings, usable electronics, appliances, decor, like-new
clothing, jewelry, holiday decorations, etc are all being
accepted. We need your support not only in donating items, but
by spreading the word to co-workers and neighbors to come check
out the event! Thanks.
POSTED
15 MAR 08
JR AROY'S ANNUAL "FOOTPRINTS"
PROJECT
The Junior (teenage) AROY Chapter invites
parishioners and friends to support their annual "Footprints,
Our Journey to Pascha" project. Each Sunday after services, a
table will be set up in the Cultural Center lobby where you can
purchase paper footprints ($1.00). You are invited to write your
name, or the name of a loved one on the footprint, and then
yours will be added to the 'path' being created in the classroom
hallway, leading us as a family to the doors of the Cathedral
and Holy Pascha. This project is part of the AROY Work-month,
and proceeds will benefit a national charity as well as our
local youth.
POSTED
15 MAR 08
SR AROY POP CAN & BOTTLE COLLECTIONS
Throughout Great Lent, the Senior (young adult)
AROY Chapter asks you to please bring your (clean) empty soda
pop cans and bottles and drop them in the collection area in the
Cultural Center lobby. Sr AROY members will return the cans and
use the deposit (10 cents per usable item) money collected for
their Work-month project. Additional proceeds will benefit a
charity. We hope you will support this annual project -- and if
you cannot bring your cans to church, contact Diana Barbu (Sr
AROY President) through the parish office -- one of our members
will be happy to pick them up for you!
POSTED
10 MAR 08
LENTEN SERVICE SCHEDULE PUBLISHED
The complete Schedule of Services in both English and Romanian
languages was published in the parish weekly bulletin. The
schedule is also available on this website. Look for the "Great
Lent / Postul Mare" icon on the main page. We sincerely
encourage every parishioner, with their family, as well as all
others interested, to please join us for as many of the special
services as possible. Make it one of your extra Lenten efforts
participate. Our Lord is waiting for you to journey with Him to
Holy Pascha.
POSTED
23 FEB 08
3rd MARTISOR DANCE APPROACHING
We invite all families and friends of the Cathedral to join us on
SATURDAY, 1 MARCH (7pm-midnight) for our 3rd ANNUAL "BALUL
MARTISORULUI"! Traditional live music by Gheorghe Trambitas &
Magic Sound Orchestra, as well as modern DJ sounds will bring us
all together to dance and socialize together as we celebrate the
traditional coming of spring. A hand-made 'martisoare' will be
provided for each guest, and fresh sausage, placinte cu branza
(doughnuts with cheese) and cold refreshments will be available
as well. Don't miss it!
POSTED
23 FEB 08
FR LAURENCE & DELEGATION VISIT ROMANIA
Through the work of the Joint Dialogue Commission (JDC) of our
diocese, which has been working with representatives of the
patriarchal diocese here over more than the last ten years,
discussions and normalizing of relations continue to develop. A
letter addressed to the Romanian Patriarchate last year (prior
to the falling asleep of Patriarch +TEOCTIST), requested a
direct meeting to clarify and hopefully reach true agreement on
various points of historical discrepancy and the treatment of
our departed hierarchs throughout the communist reign in
Romania. Our JDC, of which Fr Laurence is the chairman, along
with Archbishop Nathaniel will be in Bucharest from February
22-March 1 to meet directly with representatives of the
Patriarchate. Patriarch DANIEL has responded favorably to our
wish for what we hope will be a fruitful meeting.
We ask Our Lord to watch over the Archbishop, Fr Laurence, and
the delegation and grant them safe travels. We also pray that
the Holy Spirit will guide them for a productive meeting with
Patriarch DANIEL and our Mother Church. , and we pray that steps
will continue toward potentially uniting the Romanian Orthodox
Faithful in North America as a true effort in pursuing a
stronger Orthodox identity in the Americas.
POSTED
2 FEB 08
2008 PARISH OFFICERS INTRODUCED
The major auxiliaries of the parish recently elected their
officers for the new year. We thank those who served our church
during the past year, and congratulate the newly installed
officers, wishing them a peaceful and prosperous year of
leadership for good of the Cathedral. Let us all work together
in support of our church!
PARISH COUNCIL
President: Bob Charlier; Vice President: John E Lazar;
Secretary: Karen Persichino; Treasurer: Maranda Tipa;
Epitrop I: Mihaela Charlier; Epitrop II: Marina Vlad;
Auditors: Gheorghe Placinta, Viorel Nikodin, Fred Klus
LADIES AUXILIARY
President: Lisa Gallu; Vice President: Alina Chivu;
Secretary: Luminita Nikodin; Treasurer: Rodica Dicoi;
Auditor: Florence Westerfield
SENIOR AROY
President: Diana Barbu; Vice President: Alexandru
Radulescu; Secretary: Livia Sinea; Treasurer:
Michael Cristof; Auditors: Marina Vlad, Nicoleta Balan
(Advisor: Rev Dn Sabin Pop)
JUNIOR AROY
President: Sloane Suciu; Vice President: Jessica
Precop; Secretary: John Kalugar; Treasurer:
Stephen Maxim; Auditors: Silvana Totan, Elizabeth Kalugar
(Advisors: TBA)
POSTED
15 JAN 08
HOLIDAY REVIEWS & PHOTOS POSTED
Photographs and reviews of the 2007 Christmas festivities at the
Cathedral, including services and the Concert by the CAEDONIA
Chamber of Sibiu, as well as the New Year's Eve "Revelion" are
now posted on this site! Visit the Photo Gallery (and scroll to
the bottom of the page).
Click here to View Christmas & New Year's
Reviews & Photos
POSTED
20 DEC 07
REVELION TICKETS SELLING FAST!
Tickets for the New Year's Eve "REVELION" are still on sale, but
going fast! If you have not yet purchased your tickets, please
speak with Chairman John E Lazar (734/646-6420) or Office
Secretary Cezarina Hritcu (248/569-4833) today! Seating is
limited, tickets will not be sold after December 30, and prices
increase from December 26-30. Don't miss this elegant night with
your fellow Romanian-American community!
POSTED
20 DEC 07
CHRISTMAS CONCERT RE-SCHEDULED
Due to the heavy snow and ice last weekend, the Annual "Concert
de Craciun" has been postponed to this coming Sunday, December
23. Be sure to join us for a performance by our wonderful choir,
some of our talented children, and enjoy special surprises by "Mos
Craciun"! A light lunch will be served by the Senior AROY
Chapter and your free-will donation is much appreciated. Also,
we ask that you bring a canned or other non-perishable food item
for our collection for the hungry. You can leave your offering
as you enter the hall. We look forward to having you, your
family, and especially the children with us for this renewed
Cathedral tradition!
POSTED
20 DEC 07
CAEDONIA CHOIR OF SIBIU IN CONCERT!
We are honored, and look forward to the visit of CAEDONIA Chamber
Choir of Sibiu, that will be with us for a special concert on
the "Second Day of Christmas" (December 26) for a free concert
of carols, religious hymns and folk songs! The group's visit was
arranged through our Choir Director & Cultural Committee Chair
John E Lazar -- and is part of the celebration of the City of
Sibiu as "European Capital of Cultural" for 2007. Please invite
family and friends and be sure to join us for this unique and
special event! (The Choir will also give the responses for the
Christmas Day Hierarchal Liturgy, along with our own Cathedral
Choir)
Click Here to Download flyer / Apasati aici pentru informatii in
limba romana
POSTED
20 DEC 07
MRS EMILY MAXIM FALLEN ASLEEP
Our friend and former member, Emily Maxim (wife of the late
Virgil, and mother of David Maxim) has fallen asleep in the
Lord. She was brought back to Michigan from her home in Florida
and was buried at the Vatra from Sts. Peter & Paul Church. May
Our Lord comfort her family and make her memory eternal!
POSTED
20 DEC 07
2008 WALL CALENDARS AVAILABLE
2008 Orthodox Wall Calendars are now available. Pick up your
English copy (again furnished by our friends at Lynch & Sons
Funeral Directors) free of charge in the classroom hallway.
Calendar Crestin Ortodox (de perete / mare) in limba romana, pe
anul 2008, publicat de la Episcopia noastra ($4.00) la biroul
epitropiilor.
POSTED
10 NOV 07
NEW YEAR'S EVE 'REVELION' ANNOUNCED!
It is not
too early to make plans to be part of our New Year's Eve Ball ("Revelion
de Anul Nou")! Last year, nearly 400 guests enjoyed an elegant,
wonderful evening of food, dancing, music, and a special service
of thanksgiving -- so be sure to look for more information being
posted soon. You can also call the Cathedral Office
(248/569-4833) for information. Tickets go on sale shortly! Va
asteptam sa fiti alaturi de noi!
POSTED
10 NOV 07
2008 SOLIA CALENDAR PHOTOS ANNOUNCED
Please make every effort to be present SUNDAY, 18
NOVEMBER for the Annual Solia Calendar photographs, to be taken
immediately after the Divine Liturgy. These historical photos
(Parish Council, Ladies, Junior & Senior AROYs, Choir, Seniors,
Church School & Children) are of special significance at our
95th Anniversary, and we want EVERYONE to be present! Whether
you are active every Sunday, or very new to our community, we
want you to be part of this special day.
POSTED 1
NOV 07
CHIVU FAMILY WELCOMES FIRST CHILD
God's
blessings on Dan and Alina Chivu on the birth Sunday at St
Joseph Mercy Hospital, Ypsilanti of their first child, a girl,
given the name Ana Daniela. May the Lord’s angels watch over
them until her baptism into the Faith. La multi ani!
POSTED 1
NOV 07
INFANT SON WELCOMED THROUGH BAPTISM
Many years to John
Elliot, infant son of Brian and Mihaela Cobb, who was born again
Sunday and received into the Body of Christ’s Church through the
holy Mysteries of Baptism, Chrismation and the Eucharist. May he
grow strong in the practice of his Orthodox faith, having the
good example of his parents and parish family. Best wishes also
to the Naşi Razvan & Irina Pala. La mulţi ani!
POSTED 14
OCT 07
PARISH BENEFACTOR PETER METES FALLEN ASLEEP
With sadness we announce the
falling asleep in the Lord of Mr Peter Metes, long time member
and great benefactor of the Cathedral, who died at the age of 88
following illness. He is survived by his loving wife Aurelia
(Irene) of 62 years, daughters Nancy (and Vasile) Cocariu and
Carol (and Joseph) Stevens, grandchildren Dacia and Jennifer
Cocariu, Susan and Joseph Stevens, and other family members.
Funeral arrangements: Saracusta (Lynch & Sons Funeral Home,
Clawson) Sunday, 14 October at 7:30pm; Funeral Service & Pomana
Monday, 15 October 10:00am at the Cathedral. May his memory be
eternal!
POSTED 14
OCT 07
3rd FESTIVAL PROVES TO BE GREAT SUCCESS
October 6 and
7 proved to be a wonderful weekend as an estimated 1,500 people
enjoyed our 3rd city-wide Romanian Festival! Unseasonably warm
weather added to the day, which was filled with live music,
tasty foods, refreshing beverages, gift-shops, displays,
children's games, cathedral tours, and more! A special crew from
"TVRi" (Romanian International Television) was present and will
be compiling a documentary to be aired in Romania on the event.
More information will be posted soon on the festival page of
this website. We thank everyone who volunteered and participated
to once again elevate the good name of the Cathedral to the
metropolitan Detroit and international communities!
POSTED 1
OCT 07
METROPOLITAN DANIEL ELECTED AS PATRIARCH
His
Beatitude, Dr. DANIEL Ciobotea,
Archbishop of Bucharest, Metropolitan of Muntenia & Dobrojea,
Locum Tenes of the Throne of Cezareea in Cappadocia, Patriarch
of The Romanian Orthodox Church.
On September 30, 2007 Orthodox leaders, as well as high-ranking
government officials, and delegates from religious denominations
around the world gathered in Bucharest for the enthronement of
the new Patriarch Daniel. Our Archbishop Nathaniel represented
the ROEA, with Fr Grama (Representative of the Dept. of External
Affairs) and our Fr Laurence Lazar (Secretary of the Episcopate
Council and Dean of the Cathedral). It is a great honor for Fr
Laurence and for our Cathedral parish to have participated in
this very rare and significant event in the life of our mother
church.
Intru mulţi ani Prea Fericite Stăpâne!
Click here to view a brief review and
photos from the visit to Romania
POSTED 25
SEP 07
COUNCIL PRESIDENT SAYS "FAREWELL"
Due to a job
relocation, current Cathedral Council President Mircea Rusu with
his wife jessica will be relocating to London, England in the
first week of October. Mr Rusu informed the council at their
latest meeting of the transfer and the council sadly accepted
his resignation, offering words of encouragement and applause to
Mitch at the close of the meeting. The Rusu's plan to remain
part of the Cathedral family and intend to return to Detroit in
a few years when the work obligation has been completed. We wish
both Mircea and Jessica "drum bun" and pray for their safe
return to us!
POSTED 17 APR 07
ATTENTION PARENTS!
Senior AROY has graciously taken
on the task of preparing a short program during our Annual Mothers Day
Dinner on May 13. They will be teaching our children a few poems and
songs to honor our moms, grandmothers and nase.
Please, call Marina
Vlad (248.953.3495) today to let us know that your children will be
participating. There will be just
two rehearsals (Saturday, May 5 & May 12), so we hope that ALL children
(ages 4-17) will take part! What a wonderful way to say “I love you
Mom”! Vă rugăm
să participaţi cu noi!
POSTED 17 APR 07 A FASHION
SHOW & LUNCHEON BENEFIT
AROY very much needs and is
asking for your support of its
April 29
Fashion Show & Luncheon Benefit.
Hopefully, years from now they’ll be able to look back and happily
remember their parish family was always there for them. If so, they’ll
want to do the same for others! Invite your friends and neighbors.
Tickets are on sale now at the parish office.
Also, please remember those members and parents of Junior and Senior
AROY traveling to Cleveland this weekend for the Annual Spring Sports
Tournament. Good luck to our basketball and volleyball teams!
POSTED 17 APR 07 OUR 3rd
ROMANIAN FESTIVAL
October 6-7, will present our name and
Faith to many potential members; highlight our heritage to the Detroit
community and
far beyond;
be a vital
fund-raiser that needs financial sponsors and the help and attendance of
every member. There is work to be done by everyone, and a great deal of
fun to be enjoyed by all who contribute and participate in this
wonderful event.
POSTED 17 APR 07
FOR PARENTS OF OUR GRADUATES
PARISH MEMBERS: WE’D LIKE TO SHARE the news of your child’s high school
or college graduation with our Weekly Bulletin readers. Convey this
brief information to the Cathedral Office: the graduate’s name; the
school’s name; honors; the specific degree; future (academic) plans.
Don’t assume we already know the good news! Also, consider sending the
news (and a photo) to the Solia newpaper at Vatra Romaneasca (517)
522-3656.
POSTED 20 FEB 07
POP CAN COLLECTION DRIVE UNDERWAY!
The Senior AROY Chapter asks all parishioners and
friends to support their "Pop Can Collection Drive", taking
place from February 25 through April 1. All returnable pop cans,
bottles (plastic & glass) have a $.10 value in Michigan, and the
chapter is collecting as many pieces as possible to raise funds
for their annual Work Month Project charity. Please bring your
empty cans / bottles and drop them in the Cultural Center
deposit area. Call President Marina Vlad or the Cathedral Office
with any questions. Thank you for your support!
POSTED 20 FEB 07
'BALUL MĂRŢIŞORULUI', A GREAT SUCCESS!
Our 2nd Annual "Martisor" Dance proved to be another
wonderful evening for all who participated. An article and
photographs reviewing the dance can by viewed in the PHOTO
GALLERY section.
POSTED 20 FEB 07
CATHEDRAL TO HOST INTER-ORTHODOX VESPERS
Our parish will once again host a Lenten Vespers of
the Council of Orthodox Christian Churches on SUNDAY, 11 MARCH
(6:00pm). Clergy and faithful from various parishes in the area
will be with us for this special evening, which will be followed
by a reception in the Cultural Center. We hope you and your
family will plan to be with us.
POSTED 20 FEB 07
MEMORY ETERNAL!
Our condolences are extended to Diaconeasa Ramona and
Deacon Sabin Pop on the falling asleep in the Lord of her
beloved grandfather Gheorghe Florea, in Romania. May the Gates
of Paradise be opened to him! Dumnezeu sa'l ierte!
POSTED 20 FEB 07
A SINCERE THANK YOU
My family and I offer our heartfelt thanks for your
outpouring of emotional support both before and after the
falling asleep in the Lord of our beloved Mother and
Grandmother, DITA ŞANDRU. Your many messages of concern and
sympathy, offers to assist, offerings to the Cathedral in her
memory, gifts of flowers and food, were overwhelming and greatly
appreciated. Particular thanks to the members of the Ladies
Auxiliary whose kindness in preparing foods and welcoming all
relieved much of the stress in our time of sorrow. May the Lord
reward your kindness with His grace and joy! Dumnezeu sa'o ierte!
With Love, Preoteasa Anita & Family
POSTED 1 FEB 07
REMEMBERING ARCHBISHOP VALERIAN
A full article and photographs reviewing the 20th Anniversary
since the falling asleep in the Lord of His Eminence, Archbishop
VALERIAN (Trifa) can be found on this web-site, under the PHOTO GALLERY
section.
POSTED 1 FEB 07
MEMORIAL SERVICES (PARASTASE) FOR FEBRUARY
All parishioners and friends are sincerely invited to join
the families of the following members of the Cathedral, fallen asleep in
the Lord at the parastas being offered in their respective memories on
the following dates:
Sunday, 11 February In memory of
GEDEON COOK (1 year)
Sunday, 18 February In memory of Th. MINDROIU
FAMILY members
Sunday, 25 February In memory of DITA ŞANDRU
(40 days)
Veşnică lor Pomenire!
POSTED 1 FEB 07
ANNUAL PARISH ASSEMBLY (ADUNAREA GENERALA)
Our annual Sinod was held on January 21, 2007.
listened
intently to a letter from the Archbishop, the Statement of the
Dean, Those attending heard reports of the Parish Council, Ladies
Auxiliary, AROY chapters, Senior Members Assoc., the Auditors, etc. It
passed the 2007 Budget, and while thanking the outgoing Council, it
elected the 2007 Parish Council to carry out its work and lead our
parish through the new year.
Mircea
Rusu, President
John E Lazar, Vice President;
Robert Charlier, Secretary;
Fred Klus, Treasurer
Mihaela Charlier, Epitrop I; Maranda Tipa, Epitrop II;
Sam Gallu, Epitrop III
Liviu Florescu, George Aldea, George Placinta, Auditors;
Members:
Cristian Pol,
Dr Alice Stroe, Augustin Vincent, Karen Persichino,
Patricia Klus, Alexandru Radulescu, Cornel Ivascu
Ex
officio members include Fr Lazar, Dn S Pop;
Lisa Gallu, Ladies Auxiliary President; Christine Placinta, Jr AROY
President;
Marina Vlad, Sr AROY President; Congress Delegates Mariana Tipa and
Gus Vincent. (Also elected were 1st Alternate Delegate G
Aldea, 2nd Alternate G Alion.)
POSTED
1 FEB 07 FR JOHN SURDUCAN FALLEN
ASLEEP IN THE LORD
OUR
SYMPATHY is offered to Father Romey Rosco and the faithful of Sts Peter
& Paul Church, the four sons and families of
Very
Reverend Father John Surducan,
Priest Emeritus of the parish, who has fallen asleep in the hope
of resurrection. Father was a major figure in the organizational and
pastoral life of the Dearborn Heights community, was Parish Priest for
25 years, during the building of the church on Beech Daly Rd, and served
as Administrator of our Deanery. May God welcome the soul of His
faithful servant-priest into His eternal Kingdom. Memory
Eternal!
POSTED 1 FEB 07
CATHEDRAL SENIOR AROY ELECTS NEW OFFICERS
CATHEDRAL
SENIOR AROY members and friends were grateful for the hospitality of the
Cocariu Family last Saturday. We were glad to also welcome members of
the National AROY Board who were present throughout the weekend for
their winter meeting. In all, nearly 60 people took part in the social
night! Besides enjoying the food, music, fellowship and bowling, the
chapter held a brief meeting to elect officers for 2007. We thank those
who served previously and offer our support to those who have now
accepted leadership.
Marina
Vlad, President;
Alexandru Radulescu, Vice President;
Gabriela Popovici, Secretary;
Gheorghe Alion, Treasurer;
Michael Cristof & Ana Lazar, Auditors
POSTED 20 JAN 07
DITA ŞANDRU FALLEN ASLEEP IN THE LORD
With great sadness we announce that Mrs Dita Sandru, mother
of Preoteasa Anita Lazar, has fallen asleep in the Lord on January 13,
2007, following a brief illness. The Saracusta and Funeral were
celebrated at the Cathedral on January 17 and 18, with several hundred
coming to pay respects to Dita and her grieving family. Following the
pomana, she was laid to rest at Vatra Romaneasca with her husband John.
She was truly "everyone's Buni" and will be dearly missed by the
Romanian-American Community and our parish. More details may be
published in the near future. Dumnezeu sa'o ierte si sa odihneasca cu
dreptii! (The public announcement can be viewed by visiting
www.aroy.org)
POSTED 20 JAN 07
MARTISOR DANCE ANNOUNCED!
The second annual Martisor Dance has been announced for
SATURDAY, 17 February 2007 at the Cathedral Cultural Center! Join us for
live music and dancing with DACIA ORCHESTRA. Refreshments and food
available. Several hundred attended last year's event -- we hope for
even greater participation this year!
"Martisor" is a tradition in Romanian similar to what
some know as St Valentine's Day. Bring your family and friends and enjoy
this popular Romanian custom with us!
POSTED 20 JAN 07
JOINT AROY CHAPTERS PARTY
On Saturday, 27 January, the National Board of AROY will meet
at the Cathedral. That evening following Vespers, all current and
potential members of AROY (ages 13-35) are invited to the Cocariu Home
for a night of music, bowling, food & drink, billiards, and fun
together! Bring a friend and please share the evening with us. Call John
Lazar (734.646.6420) with questions.
POSTED 20 JAN 07
REMEMBRANCES (POMELNIC) FOR 2007
Did you
submit the 2007 Diptych-Pomelnic remembrance sheet (“Cununa
Anului”)? During the year, each Orthodox person listed will be
remembered at each Divine Liturgy. Even if you do submit this annual
form, you may still also submit names for a particular day’s
Liturgy by submitting one of the Diptych sheets available at the
entrance Candle Stand, prior to the service. Call the office to
pick up a pomelnic list today!
POSTED 20 JAN 07
20th ANNUAL REVERSE RAFFLE
Tickets are on sale now for the 20th Reverse Raffle, to be
held Saturday, 10 February 2007 at the Cultural Center. Tickets are
$75.00 per person ($25 dinner guest tickets available as well), with a
grand prize of $2,000.00! This is a wonderful tradition of our parish
always a nice evening, so please speak with Bob Charlier (586.522.8351)
to purchase your tickets today.
POSTED 20 JAN 07
20th ANNIVERSARY OF ARCHBISHOP
VALERIAN'S DEATH
Saint
George Cathedral invites you to a special day in honor of
THE TWENTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF THE FALLING ASLEEP IN THE LORD
of His Eminence, Archbishop VALERIAN (January 28, 1987)
Those who
remember his fatherly guidance, humble personality and visionary
leadership, will want to join us for this 20th ANNIVERSARY
MEMORIAL & DINNER
SUNDAY, JANUARY 28, 2007
Hierarchal Divine Liturgy & Parastas 10am | Dinner & Program 1pm
We hope that you will bring your family to share in the celebration of
our departed archbishop's life and dedication to our diocese and
Cathedral. Whether you had the privilege to know him or not, his
fatherly legacy and love for his people must be carried on through us,
so we look forward to having you with us. A wonderful menu and short
program is being prepared for you. Free-will donation (Benevol).
POSTED 20 JAN 07
MEMBERSHIP PLEDGE
Now,
at the beginning of the New Year, each of us should submit our 2007
Membership Pledge form. Let God guide your heart in deciding the
responsible amount that you should pledge to His Church so that it can
do more for the Lord’s sake in our community, and its worries over how
the bills will be paid will be eased. Remember, to faithfully and fairly
support Christ’s Church is the sacred, personal responsibility of every
Orthodox Christian member. Any questions? Call the Office or speak with
Fr Lazar.
POSTED 20 JAN 07
ORTHODOX WALL CALENDARS AVAILABLE
Traditional wall
calendars are available in the Office. Every home, office, etc. should
have one to follow the saints, Lenten seasons, daily Scripture readings.
English version courtesy of Lynch & Sons, gratis.
Romanian, published by the archdiocese, $4.00 each.
Calendar de Perete in limba romana ($4.00) se poate cumpara la Biroul
Catedralei.
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