Dearest St. Nicholas Parish,
I hope this email finds you
well and in good spirits. I am excited to share some wonderful news with you about a new group meeting we are starting at St. Nicholas! It's called "Wednesday Wisdom," and we will be exploring various Orthodox and Western Rite traditions, doctrines, and history to deepen our understanding and enrich our daily lives in the Church.
We are thrilled to invite you to the inaugural meeting, which will take place tomorrow, Wednesday, July 26th, at 6 pm sharp, right here at St. Nicholas. This group is open to all members of our parish as well as any guests who may be interested in joining us on this journey of learning and growth.
At "Wednesday Wisdom," we will begin by delving into the recently published book "WITH WHAT ZEAL: The Western Rite in The Antiochian Orthodox Church" authored by The Very Reverend John W. Fenton. You may know Father Fenton as the parish priest of St. Michael in Whittier, CA, and as a respected professor at The Antiochian House of Studies. Together, we will explore the invaluable insights and wisdom presented in this book.
This book can be purchased at Lulu.com for $40.00 (paperback)
We will also have scanned copies of the current chapter we are reviewing for those that do not have a copy of the book.
In our meetings, we plan to cover one chapter each week, providing ample time for reflection, discussion, and questions. The aim is to foster a deeper connection to our
Church and its heritage as we journey together in faith.
To add a touch of fellowship and community, light refreshments will be available
during the gatherings. Additionally, if you have a specialty snack you'd like to share with the group, please feel free to bring it along!
We
genuinely believe that "Wednesday Wisdom" will be a wonderful opportunity for us to grow in faith and understanding, and we would be honored if you could join us for this enriching experience.
If you have any questions or need more information, please don't hesitate to reach out to me by email or text. Otherwise, we look forward to seeing you tomorrow at 6 pm at St. Nicholas for our very first "Wednesday Wisdom" session.
With warmest regards,
PAX
Joe Quintero
[email protected]
(360) 499-4763
