On Sunday, November 2, 2003, JOY (Junior Orthodox Youth) will hold its annual Halloween costume party for the children of the Annunciation Cathedral. Parents are encouraged to bring their children in costume for the event, which will be held at the Cathedral at 5 p.m. As in past years, we will have games, crafts, dinner, treats, and lots and lots of fun. Once again, your assistance is needed to help supervise the games and crafts and to help with dinner prep.

Please contact Denise Yeilding. If you cannot help, but would like to come and bring your children anyway, please let Denise know, by calling her at the above number, so that we have enough food and crafts for all the children. Also, parents need to remain for the duration of the program. This is not a drop-off event, and we cannot assume responsibility for your children. Thank you for your assistance and for your understanding.

COACHES NEEDED

It has been said that “the future of the Annunciation is its youth.” We at the Annunciation have been blessed to have a core of teachers, advisors, coaches, and other volunteers who have unselfishly dedicated themselves to this belief. However, as our youth programs continue to expand and grow, the need for more adult participation and interaction also increases.

In November, we will begin practicing for the 2004 Junior Varsity Basketball season and are in great need of coaches. Currently, we have openings for both a head and an assistant coach for our girls C team (ages 8 to 10) as well as for our girls A team (ages 11 to 13). If you are interested in helping, please contact Mike Canellos at the Cathedral, 415 864-8815. The smiles on our children’s faces will be reward enough. Thank you.

BASKETBALL PRACTICE

Basketball practice for our children will take place on Wednesday and Thursday evenings, beginning Wednes- day, November 5. For more information, please contact Mike Canellos at 415 864-8815.

SUNDAY SCHOOL EVENTS- FOOD DRIVE

Every year, Sunday School has sponsored a Food Drive through the San Francisco Food Bank in an effort to help address the issue of hunger and to sensitize our children to the plight of those who are in need. This is, after all, a basic requirement of our Christian faith. It is also a wonderful opportunity for our children to learn about God’s love, tolerance, and the joy of giving.

During the month of November, we will once again position food bins throughout our facility, with the hope that you will bring canned or boxed (dry) food only. The food will then be given to the San Francisco Food Bank Drive for distribution to needy homebound, seniors, homeless and others.

CHRISTMAS PAGEANT/LUNCHEON

Our Sunday School students annually share with us the Birth of Christ through their perspective. A play, chosen in October, will be presented at the Christmas program, Sunday, December 14, following the Divine Liturgy. The play has many parts. Students accepting parts in the play should attend Sunday School regularly in order to learn and practice their roles. A complimentary luncheon, sponsored by the Sunday School, will follow. In addition, an appearance by Santa and a number of activities for the children will make for a wonderful pre-Christmas celebration -- a wonderful family event!

GOYA Happenings Alexandra Kallas

On October 8, Annunciation's G.O.Y.A. met to plan their new agenda. Among the topics discussed were; fund raising, community service, and social events. Included in the agenda was the election of new officers. Congratulations to President Alexandra Kallas, Vice President Chris Ramos, Secretary Nick Kallas, Corresponding Secretary Elpida Stavrakaras, Sergeant of Arms Nick Ramos, and Treasurer Ryan Ramos. The new year promises to be an exciting one for G.O.Y.A. Our new officers would like to take this opportunity to cordially invite all our parishioners, ages 13 through 18 to G.O.Y.A.'s next meeting on November 12, at 7:00 P.M, in the Annunciation conference room. "Mike's Munchies" will be coming out of retirement to cater this meeting.

THURSDAY BIBLE STUDY

Every Thursday hereafter, except for Thanksgiving, until December 11, Father Gregory will conduct a Bible Study in the second floor conference room, beginning at 7 p.m. The Bible Study is open to all.

SUNDAY BIBLE STUDY

Every Sunday, Marina Taylor conducts a Bible Study (for the most part, in Greek) in the second floor conference room. The Bible Study is open to all.

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November 2003 Herald
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral