2021 | Saints Peter and Paul Orthodox Church

/ News / Photos / 2021

Grammata Band of Brothers

Grammata Band of Brothers - 11/21/2021

His Emminence, Archbishop Michael presented the so-called 'Band of Brothers' with Grammatas for their service to the Church during the Pandemic and keeping the Church open during every service. Congratulations and grataitide to Jim Kornafel, Basil Kozak, Phil Rogozenski, Hank Dziemian and Josh Chup.

(23 images)

view slideshow >

Basil's 30th Anni. Grammata

Basil's 30th Anni. Presentation - 11/21/2021

His Emminence, Archbishop Michael, presented Basil Kozak with a Grammata for his 30th Anniversary serving Ss. Peter and Paul as its Choir Director. See the videos of the Presentation here and Many Years here. (Wait for them to load!) There are also a few pictures of the Celebration in the Hall.

(26 images)

view slideshow >

Fr. David Jeweled Cross

Fr. David Jeweled Cross - 11/21/2021

During Liturgy, His Emminence, Archbishop Michael presented our Fr. David with the Jeweled Cross, the Sixth Award of the Orthodox Priesthood. See pictures below and click here for Video of the Presentation.(Wait for it to load.) Fr. David posed for pictures with his family after services.

(27 images)

view slideshow >

AB Michael's Visit (Nov. 21) Liturgy

In addition to Vespers, His Emminence, ArchBishop Michael, served with us during Liturgy along with at least twelve other Clergy, deacons and altar servers. It was a joyous occasion for all involved. Sonja Harris greeted him with flowers. Starosta Jim Kornafel then greeted him with traditional bread and salt. Lastly, Fr David greeted His Emminence, prior to Hours and Liturgy.

(59 images)

view slideshow >

ArchBishop Michael's Visit Nov. 20 (Vespers)

AB Michael's Visit Vespers - 11/20/2021

His Emminence, ArchBishop Michael graced us with his annual visit this weeked (Nov. 20-21). Following our some pictures from Vespers on Saturday, Nov. 20.

(15 images)

view slideshow >

Graduation 6_27

Graduation - 06/27/2021

On Sunday, June 27th, 2021, we celebrated all the recent high school, college and advanced degree graduations from both 2020 and 2021. In Addition, we announced the two winners of the Schemick-Tolls Scholarship. Congratulations to all of them. (See below pictures, and picture of bulletin insert for details.)

(16 images)

view slideshow >

Memorial Day_5_31

Memorial Day

See below pictures from Memorial Day Panihida and servicemen tribute held at SS. Peter and Paul Cemetery.

For videos of the 21 Gun Salute/Taps, as well as the Panihida, please see our Youtube Channel:21GUN/TAPS , PANIHIDA

(14 images)

view slideshow >

Palm Sunday

Blessing of the Willows - 04/25/2021

Blessing of the Willows - April 25, 2021

(11 images)

view slideshow >

Great and Holy Friday

Great and Holy Friday - 04/30/2021

(11 images)

view slideshow >

Pascha

Pascha Nocturne and Liturgy - 05/02/2021

(14 images)

view slideshow >

Bright Monday

Bright Monday w/Archbishop Michael - 05/03/2021

Liturgy and Procession

For videos of the four Gospels procession, please see our Youtube Uploads section. (1) St. Matthew , (2) St. Mark , (3) St. Luke , (4) St. John

(47 images)

view slideshow >

Home | Back | Print | Top

Latest News	Calendar	Recent Photos
00000 Upcoming Events Category: Recent Events Last updated: 2026-08-30 13:36:46 Confession schedule can be found in the bulletin OR by clicking here: Monthly Calendar. For those who are hesitant to worship in person, Fr. John is available to meet with you, either at home or in church, to participate in the Sacraments of Holy Confession and Communion. Please email or call Fr. John to set up an appointment. Coffee Hour Request: There is a need of volunteers for this service ministry. Please see Deborah Silowka to find out how you can help. Looking Ahead.... The Men's Club with host a Parish Picnic at 7 Acres Park on Saturday, September 12th at 1:30PM, in honor of their 50th anniversary as a club. All parishioners are welcome to attend. There is NO CHARGE for this event! Volleyball, Cornhole (not a tournament), Horseshoes, Hamburgers, Hotdogs, Sausages, Beer, Desserts, Smores? Please help us celebrate our 50th with us. The First Church School Class of the 2026-27 academic year will be held on Sunday, September 13th. A Welcome-to-the-Parish Housewarming Shower for The Jovels will be held on Sunday, September 13, at 1:00PM, in the hall. This special afternoon will be an opportunity to better meet and greet Fr. John, Matushka Sophia and their children and spend time getting to know them in a relaxed and casual setting. As they settle into the rectory and start making beautiful memories, the family has put together a registry/wish list of some items they still need. Parishioners are invited to look at the list, but there is absolutely NO OBLIGATION to buy anything. If you so desire, you may also consider joining with other parishioners, friends and/or family members to purchase a larger item from the registry. Again, NO GIFT is necessary to attend; your presence and warm welcome are what will make this gathering of joy, laughter, and fellowship special. RSVP to Allison Steffaro by Thurs., Sept. 10, if you are coming. Let's make the family feel at home in our parsih community! (NOTE:* The registry website link is* www.withjoy.com) A Parish Cornhole Tournament, hosted by the Senior R Club, will be held on Sunday, September 27th; details to follow. We continue to collect food to help keep the South River Food Bank stocked. Please leave your donations of non-perishable items on the table in the hall narthex. The Altar Society is sponsoring an Atlantic City Bus Trip to Resorts Casino and Hotel on Tues, September 29th. Boarding will begin at 8:30am in the parking lot on Whitehead Ave.; departure will be at 9:00 am sharp.Cost is $40, which includes $18 back in slot play and a bag lunch. Try your luck, shop the outlets, or enjoy a walk on the beach without making the long drive. For reservations, see Sonja Neumayer during coffee hour or phone Elaine Mazzei (732-254-5815) Come out and support the Annual Parish Fall Festival on Saturday, October 24th. Co-chairpeople Tanya Davis and Deborah Silowka can use your help, as we share our Slavic culture with all our friends and neighbors. If you have a few hours to spare, see Tanya or Deb and lend a hand..no volunteer will be turned away! FOOD CARD PROGRAM : Food cards are available for various supermarket chains after Divine Liturgy, and do not cost any more than the face value of the card. The church receives a percentage as a free fundraiser! See Judy Znaiden in church or at jznaiden@optonline.net. MEETING DATES: Church School: Classes meet Today after Liturgy Choir Rehearsal: Tuesday, Sept 1st@7:00PM (Church) Men's Club: Thurs. Sept 17th@ 7:00 (Hall) Senior R Club: Sun. June 21st at Deerson home Altar Society: Mon. Sept. 28 @6:30 (Hall) Parish Council: Mon. September 21st @7:30PM (Hall) 00001 Recent Weekly Bulletin Category: Recent Events Last updated: 2022-11-06 14:23:34 March 13, 2022 more information >	Friday, September 11 St. Silouan the Athonite Saturday, September 12 9:00 Baptism of Anastasia Shokry 6:00 Confessions 7:00 Vespers Sunday, September 13 9:00 Divine Liturgy Monday, September 14 ELEVATION OF THE CROSS 9:00 Divine Liturgy Saturday, September 19 6:00 Confessions 7:00 Vespers Sunday, September 20 9:00 Divine Liturgy Monthly Calendar > St. Silouan the Athonite The 20th-century Russian monk of Mount Athos known for his mystical experiences and spiritual writings. Silouan experienced divine visions and taught the prayer 'Lord Jesus Christ, have mercy on me.' His spiritual notes, preserved by his disciple, reveal profound insights into Orthodox spirituality and the experience of God. Holy Baptism The sacrament of initiation into the Orthodox Church, through which a person is united with Christ in His death and resurrection. The baptismal candidate is immersed three times in water in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, dying to sin and rising to new life in Christ. Baptism cleanses from original sin, grants adoption as God's child, and makes the person a member of the Body of Christ. In Orthodox practice, baptism is immediately followed by chrismation and first communion. Vespers The evening prayer service of the Orthodox Church, traditionally celebrated at sunset. Vespers includes psalms, hymns, scripture readings, and incense. On Saturday evenings, Great Vespers is often combined with the Sunday Divine Liturgy. The service marks the end of the liturgical day and prepares the faithful for rest and reflection. Holy Confession The sacrament of reconciliation through which the faithful confess their sins to a priest and receive absolution. Also called the sacrament of repentance or penance, confession restores the baptismal purity lost through sin and reconciles the penitent with God and the Church. The penitent stands before an icon of Christ while confessing to the priest, who acts as a witness and minister of God's forgiveness. The priest then covers the penitent's head with his epitrachelion (stole) and pronounces the prayer of absolution. Divine Liturgy The central worship service of the Orthodox Church, celebrating the Eucharist (Holy Communion). Usually celebrated on Sundays and feast days, the Divine Liturgy consists of the Liturgy of the Word (scripture readings) and Liturgy of the Faithful (Eucharistic prayer and communion). The most common forms are the Liturgies of St. John Chrysostom and St. Basil the Great. Elevation of the Holy Cross The commemoration of the finding of Christ's Cross by St. Helena and its elevation by St. Macarius for veneration. Celebrated on September 14th, this feast is both joyful (for the Cross's discovery) and solemn (remembering Christ's suffering). Flowers and basil are often blessed, and a strict fast is observed.	Fr. David's Last Liturgy 06/29/2026 Father David's Retirement Banq... 05/17/2026 Holy Week and Pascha 04/01/2026 Catachumens - Chrismation/Bapt... 12/20/2025

Saints Peter and Paul Orthodox Church / South River, NJ / 732-257-0102