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Parish Council

        The parish community is lead by the parish priest who works together with a council that is elected each year by the congregation at its annual assembly.  These individuals are chosen to lead by example, as many of them spend countless hours working at or for the church and encourage others to do the same.

        2010 OFFICERS
        PRESIDENT - Radu Stingu
        VICE PRESIDENT - Guy Kananen
        SECRETARY - Jeff Davisson
        TREASURER - Janet Clarey
        AUDITORS - Christina Hebert, Elena Polocoseri, Jennifer Roman
        TRUSTEES - Nicholas Cocora Sr., Florin Gioiculeasa, Daniel Hociota, Paul Petroi
        MEMBERS - Nicolae Barbosa, George Brailean, Paul Costea, Silvia Costea, Michael David, Mary Davisson,
                    Gary Devine, Gabriela Gheordunescu, Scott Hebert, Tom Moga, Traian Moga, Virginia Moore,
                        Cristian Nastasie, Ted Patyna, Crina Placinta, Nick Placinta, Tom Rosco, Petru Rusu,
                        Susan Surducan
        DELEGATE TO EPISCOPATE CONGRESS - Tom Moga, Tom Rosco
        ALTERNATES TO EPISCOPATE CONGRESS - Elena Polocoseri, Radu Stingu

 

Parish Choir

        An essential part of Orthodox Christian worship is the role of the choir.  These are the people responsible for leading the people in prayer, responding to the clergy in a "dialogue of prayer."  The parish choir is made-up of young and old, American-born and Romanian-born, and is always accepting new singers who wish to dedicate themselves to rehearsals and offer their talents to the Lord at the Sunday Divine Liturgy and various other services/events throughout the year.

        DIRECTOR - Teodor (Theo) Vingarzan

 

Parish Cantors

        The cantors also play a vital role in the life of the parish.  They lead the responses at Sunday Matins services, weekday Divine Liturgies, Baptisms, Funerals, Weddings (when the choir is not requested), and other various services throughout the year.

 

Ladies Auxiliary

        It is said that the women truly are the backbone of the parish.  Since their founding in 1933, their role has evolved just as the role of women in society has changed.  They have gone from working in the kitchen to also working on the council, organizing events & fundraisers and taking a more active role in the life of the parish.  All women who are members of the parish are strongly encouraged to take part in this organization.  The local auxiliary is also a part of the national ladies auxiliary of the Romanian Orthodox Episcopate, A.R.F.O.R.A.

        2009-2010 OFFICERS
        PRESIDENT - Deb Moga
        VICE PRESIDENTS - Virginia Moore, Crina Placinta
        SECRETARY - Eugenia Poroch
        TREASURER - Anca Stingu
        AUDITORS - Adriana Comsa, Mary Conger, Liliana Loria
        SUNSHINE COMMITTEE - Eugenia Poroch
        A.R.F.O.R.A. CONGRESS DELEGATES - Veturia Nicula, Elena Polocoseri
        A.R.F.O.R.A. CONGRESS ALTERNATES - Virginia Moore, Susan Surducan

 

A.R.O.Y. Chapter

        The Sts Peter & Paul A.R.O.Y. is a local chapter of The American Romanian Orthodox Youth.  The A.R.O.Y. chapter exists to provide young people with a religious, charitable and social "club" within the parish.  Using their talents and abilities, they contribute to the parish...raising funds, laboring where necessary, working in the community, and participating in the religious life of the Church.  Members are Sunday School students/graduates and are expected to be good examples of Orthodox Christians.

        2010 OFFICERS
        PRESIDENT - Ramona Balaie
        VICE PRESIDENT - Jennifer Placinta
        SECRETARY - Mark Radu
        TREASURER - Elizabeth Gheordunescu
        AUDITORS - Julia Balaie, Christopher Cook
        ADULT ADVISORS - Mrs. Kris Moga, Mr. Tom Rosco

 

Men's Club

        Seeing a need to provide a social and charitable group for the men of the parish, this group was formed.  Although it struggles at times to attract new and younger members, these dedicated men regularly assist the parish wherever and whenever possible.  From making sausage, to ushering, to making "paşti," these men are ready and willing to assist when called upon.

        2010 OFFICERS
        PRESIDENT - Nick Placinta
        VICE PRESIDENT - Radu Stingu
        SECRETARY - Jeff Davisson
        TREASURER - Paul Petroi
        AUDITOR - Florin Gioiculeasa, Dan Hociota

 

Sunday School

        One of the most important and delicate roles the Church has is to educate the children in their Orthodox Faith.  The Sunday School program at this parish has anywhere from 70-90 enrolled students annually.  Ages range from preschool through high school.  A group of dedicated teachers volunteer their time and talents (and a bit of patience too) so that each child has the opportunity to grow spiritually as a child of God.  This, however, can only be accomplished with the cooperation and encouragement of the parents.

        DIRECTOR - Psa. Mary Ellen Rosco
        CO-DIRECTOR - Mary Petroi
        TEACHERS - Virginia Moore, Liliana Loria, Cristina Irimie (Pre-school/Kindergarten); Elena Polocoseri,
                         Karen Conger (1st/2nd grades); Rose David, Simona Telegar (3rd/4th grades); Deb Moga,
                         Psa. Mihaela Balanean (5th/6th grades); Mary Petroi, Mary Conger (7th/8th grades);
                         Michael Loria (High School)

Sunday School Teachers 2008 Sunday School Students 2008 Altar Servers 2008

 

Adult Religious Education Discussions

        The English language Religious Education Discussions are offered weekly at various times throughout the year (each series meeting for approximately 6 weeks) and are open to any adults wanting to know more about the Orthodox Christian Faith.  The discussions usually focus on various themes assigned to each session (Sacraments, Scripture, Liturgy, etc.).  Adult Study Classes are also offered occasionally throughout the year in the Romanian language, also dealing with various specified topics.  Visitors are also welcome!

 

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