Ministries
Ministries
Antiochian Women – Kh. Vera Acker
As part of the Antiochian Women of North America, our purpose is to develop among our women a spirit of Christian leadership, awareness, and commitment; to foster a genuine expression of love and service through works of charity; and to install a sense of fellowship and a deeper understanding of our Holy Orthodox Faith. We are a "Sisterhood Serving Christ Through Serving Others."
Building Steward – Marty Smith
In conjunction with the Pastor, members of the Parish Council, and Ministry Leads, the Building Steward maintains the cleanliness and safety of the church building and grounds. Working with other parishioners and volunteers, he oversees and handles the daily operations of the church facilities, enabling all events/activities/services to occur.
Charitable Works – Lisa Wolak
The Charitable Works Team develops and coordinates the involvement of St. Andrew’s parishioners in support of area ministries that provide services to the homeless and hungry in our community.
Choir – Kh. Vera Acker
St. Andrew’s Choir leads the faithful of St. Andrew’s in raising our voice to God in song, praising and worshipping Him with our hearts.
Emergency response – Victor Zakrewsky
This team provides order, security, and when necessary renders medical first aid, until first responders arrive, when security or medical situations arise during services. Training will be provided.
Media Coordinator – Kh. Vera Acker
The Media Coordinator provides guidance and leadership in the areas of online communication, including streaming, website, social media, online meetings, and online publicity, as well as providing resources for spiritual growth and communicating to parishioners and others information regarding the services and events of St. Andrew’s.
Men’s Fellowship – Steve Metaxas
St. Andrew’s Men’s Fellowship reaches out to all men, members or visitors to St. Andrews Orthodox Church, to invite and encourage them to share their gifts in His name for the benefit of our church community. Our ministry is founded on inclusion in the act of fellowship, sharing faith, talent, and time caring for the needs of the parish members and the growth of our church community.
Order of St. Ignatius – Pam Smith
The Order of St. Ignatius of Antioch is an organization of the Antiochian Orthodox Archdiocese of North America with the objective of financially supporting the departments, programs, and charitable works of the Antiochian Archdiocese, Patriarchate of Antioch, and the Orthodox Christian faith. The Order assists the Antiochian Archdiocese in its continuing effort to reach out to all in need and bring to them the message of the Gospel.
The membership of the Order is comprised of clergy and lay individuals who make a lifetime financial commitment and pledge to work together in harmony to promote the spiritual and financial well-being of the Antiochian Archdiocese and the Orthodox Christian faith.
Prayer Team – Jan Petros
The Prayer Team prays for and acts as the liaison for all people in need of prayer who have requested the prayers of the Prayer Team.
Stewardship – John Townsley
The purpose of this team is to plan, organize, staff, and direct efforts to promote parishioner involvement while following diocesan requirements and church by-laws, promoting Stewardship throughout the year and maintaining pledge and time and talent records in the parish database.
Sunday School – Joy Smith
St. Andrew’s Sunday School provides Christian education to our children and youth, communicating knowledge of the Scriptures and encouragement to live a Christian life.
Sunshine – Myrna Vidos
The Sunshine Coordinator sends cards, and flowers when appropriate, to those of our St. Andrew’s family who have experienced a live event, such as a birth or death in the family, illness, etc.
Antiochian Women – Kh. Vera Acker
As part of the Antiochian Women of North America, our purpose is to develop among our women a spirit of Christian leadership, awareness, and commitment; to foster a genuine expression of love and service through works of charity; and to install a sense of fellowship and a deeper understanding of our Holy Orthodox Faith. We are a "Sisterhood Serving Christ Through Serving Others."
Building Steward – Marty Smith
In conjunction with the Pastor, members of the Parish Council, and Ministry Leads, the Building Steward maintains the cleanliness and safety of the church building and grounds. Working with other parishioners and volunteers, he oversees and handles the daily operations of the church facilities, enabling all events/activities/services to occur.
Charitable Works – Lisa Wolak
The Charitable Works Team develops and coordinates the involvement of St. Andrew’s parishioners in support of area ministries that provide services to the homeless and hungry in our community.
Choir – Kh. Vera Acker
St. Andrew’s Choir leads the faithful of St. Andrew’s in raising our voice to God in song, praising and worshipping Him with our hearts.
Emergency response – Victor Zakrewsky
This team provides order, security, and when necessary renders medical first aid, until first responders arrive, when security or medical situations arise during services. Training will be provided.
Media Coordinator – Kh. Vera Acker
The Media Coordinator provides guidance and leadership in the areas of online communication, including streaming, website, social media, online meetings, and online publicity, as well as providing resources for spiritual growth and communicating to parishioners and others information regarding the services and events of St. Andrew’s.
Men’s Fellowship – Steve Metaxas
St. Andrew’s Men’s Fellowship reaches out to all men, members or visitors to St. Andrews Orthodox Church, to invite and encourage them to share their gifts in His name for the benefit of our church community. Our ministry is founded on inclusion in the act of fellowship, sharing faith, talent, and time caring for the needs of the parish members and the growth of our church community.
Order of St. Ignatius – Pam Smith
The Order of St. Ignatius of Antioch is an organization of the Antiochian Orthodox Archdiocese of North America with the objective of financially supporting the departments, programs, and charitable works of the Antiochian Archdiocese, Patriarchate of Antioch, and the Orthodox Christian faith. The Order assists the Antiochian Archdiocese in its continuing effort to reach out to all in need and bring to them the message of the Gospel.
The membership of the Order is comprised of clergy and lay individuals who make a lifetime financial commitment and pledge to work together in harmony to promote the spiritual and financial well-being of the Antiochian Archdiocese and the Orthodox Christian faith.
Prayer Team – Jan Petros
The Prayer Team prays for and acts as the liaison for all people in need of prayer who have requested the prayers of the Prayer Team.
Stewardship – John Townsley
The purpose of this team is to plan, organize, staff, and direct efforts to promote parishioner involvement while following diocesan requirements and church by-laws, promoting Stewardship throughout the year and maintaining pledge and time and talent records in the parish database.
Sunday School – Joy Smith
St. Andrew’s Sunday School provides Christian education to our children and youth, communicating knowledge of the Scriptures and encouragement to live a Christian life.
Sunshine – Myrna Vidos
The Sunshine Coordinator sends cards, and flowers when appropriate, to those of our St. Andrew’s family who have experienced a live event, such as a birth or death in the family, illness, etc.