StewardshipBrothers and Sisters in Christ,
The Stewardship Committee invites you to renew your annual Stewardship commitment. Historically, at our parish, stewardship has meant a commitment of money (treasure). Although finances are important and necessary, stewardship is much more than that. It consists of committing our time, talent and treasure to the Church. For a parish thrive and grow, it requires the active participation of its members. Our Lord likened this to a vine with many healthy shoots. We realize people tend to support something in which they actively participate, and from which they perceive a benefit.
Being a true steward requires a commitment of Time. As we devote time to God through prayer, fasting and sacramental paticipation (receiving Holy Communion, Confession, etc.), we grow spiritually and build up the whole parish. Through these small acts, the Church becomes central to our lives.
Being a true steward requires a commitment of Talent. We offer our talents to God through humble service to the Church. We can serve the parish in many ways, from ushering to working with our youth. In serving others, we emulate our Lord Who stated “…the Son of Man came not to be served, but to serve..” (Mt. 20:28).
Being a true steward requires a commitment of Treasure. “On the first day of the week let each one of you lay something aside…” (1 Cor. 16:2). We return to God a portion of the treasure He bestows to us. This act of thanksgiving, in turn, supports and maintains the operations and ministries of the parish. Each of us shares in this sacred task. In order to fulfill this high calling, we have initiated the path to become a True Stewardship Parish. The goal of this program is fully fund the parish’s operations and ministries through weekly Stewardship giving.
With this in mind, you will notice several commitment forms on the site. Take some time to read over each form, and pray for God’s guidance in completing them. Please realize that it is extremely important to commit to increasing each component. We are called not to maintain the status quo, but grow as Orthodox Christians.
In Christ’s love,
Rev. Father Mark P. Emroll
Proiestamenos
Thomas L. Retzios
Stewardship Chairman
Our Services
The Sunday Divine Liturgy
will begin every Sunday at 9:30 am
The Orthros Service
will begin every Sunday at 8:30 am
From the North, West, or East: I-75 South, pass Rt 4 interchange near downtown Dayton, 1-75 will snake to the right, then proceed to left lane, and exit at left lane exit, for Salem Ave. The exit ramp twists to the left, at the bottom of ramp (there is a traffice light, turn left and proceed to Monument, turnn left, cross over the lanes so you can cross over the bridge. At the end of the bridge is a traffice light, turn right and proceed to Belmonte Park North, between Dayton Art Institute and Masonic Temple. Church driveway is 4th driveway on the right (sign at foot of driveway) (First 3 driveways belong to DAI).
From the South: I-75 North to downtown Dayton, take Salem Ave-First St. Exit. Bear left at the bottom of the ramp. Cross over the bridge and turn right at the first light, and go to second left, Belmonte Park North, between Mason Temple and Dayton Art Institute. Church driveway is 4th on the right (sign at foot of driveway). (First 3 driveways belong to DAI).
500 Belmonte Park North | Dayton, Ohio 45405-4797 | 937.224.0601 (phone) | 937.224.0173 (fax) | annunciation@donet.com
