Author Archives: Alexei Kojenov

Northwest pan-Orthodox retreat for young adults, 4/20-4/22

In View of God’s Mercy, Offer Your Bodies as Living Sacrifices A Study in Romans for Today’s Christian Richard Benton, PhD, OCF University of Washington Fr. Stephen Soot, Northwest Regional OCF Chaplain And Workshops by Northwest Clergy and Lay Leaders … Continue reading

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General Lenten Unction at Holy New Martyrs of Russia on March 21st

His Eminence Archbishop Kyrill will officiate at the general lenten unction service on Wednesday, March 21, 2012, at 6:30 p.m. at Holy New Martyrs and Confessors of Russia Orthodox Church. To receive the sacrament of unction, one must be an … Continue reading

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Astoria Mission

There is a new mission parish, Holy Nativity Mission, in Hammond, Oregon near Astoria. They don’t have a set schedule, and the best thing is to call Fr. Kevin Lien at 503-467-8360 with any questions. The next service will be … Continue reading

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Pan-Orthodox Presanctified Liturgies

It's been a wonderful tradition among Orthodox parishes in Portland area to host pan-Orthodox Presanctified Liturgies. This year, we will enjoy three such services: March 7 at St. John The Baptist (Greek) March 21 at St. Nicholas (OCA) April 4 … Continue reading

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March 9-11: Hierarchical visit by Metropolitan Gerasimos

His Eminence Metropolitan Gerasimos of Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco will be visiting two Greek Orthodox parishes in the Portland area. Here is the schedule: Friday, March 9, 2012 Second Salutations to the Theotokos 6:30 p.m. Saint John the … Continue reading

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New album from Cappella Romana

Local vocal ensemble Cappella Romana will be releasing a new album later this month. “Angelic Light: Music from Eastern Cathedrals” features both liturgical and para-liturgical works, seamlessly moving from ancient chant melodies to compositions by some of the world's most … Continue reading

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Blessing of new land for St. George Antiochian Church

Saint George Antiochian Orthodox Church celebrates the purchase of 2.7 acres of property adjoining their church. Sunday, February 19, 2012, following Liturgy the clergy and parishioners of St. George walked next door to bless the new property. It is nothing … Continue reading

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Women’s Lenten Monastery Retreat, 3/30-4/1

The Greek Orthodox Monastery of St. John the Honorable Forerunner in Goldendale, Washington, with the blessing of His Eminence Metropolitan Gerasimos of San Francisco, invites you to a Lenten Retreat with The V. Rev. Fr. John Bethancourt. Fr. John will … Continue reading

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Renewing the Apostolic Vision (A Pan-Orthodox Mission Seminar)

On Saturday, March 17th, St. John The Baptist Greek Orthodox Church hosts a pan-Orthodox mission seminar with Anastasia Pamela Barksdale, M.Div. OCMC Missionary Albania. Anastasia will speak about her experience as a missionary in Albania and the mission  theology and … Continue reading

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March 4th: Sunday of Orthodoxy

On Sunday, March 4th, join Portland area Orthodox faithful in the celebration of the Triumph of Orthodoxy and the restoration of veneration of holy icons. Remember to bring an icon for procession. Orthros (Hours) and Divine Liturgy starting 9 a.m. … Continue reading

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