FALL GENERAL ASSEMBLY - Sunday, November 22
All members in good standing are encouraged to attend this important meeting in the life of our parish. Join us following Divine Liturgy in The Oaks. The agenda for the meeting is available here; and previous minutes will be at our church website soon.
HYMNS FOR SUNDAY
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Sunday's Hymns in PDF.
PIECE MEAL - Thursday, November 12
This year's Piecemeal Thanksgiving Dinner will begin at 6:30 pm in The Oaks. Each year, our families gather for a Thanksgiving dinner. Turkey, stuffing, and dessert are provided, while each of you brings a Piece of the meal - a favorite Thanksgiving family dish. RSVP to religioused@goholycross.org
GODPARENTS LUNCH - Sunday, November 15
Join us following Divine Liturgy as we honor our Godparents for their love and guidance. Sip & Celebrate! - Spritzes and Mimosas available for purchase. Admission for adults, $35; dancers and children 6 to 18, $20; 5 and under – FREE. For seating requests, please email Kathy Flocas by November 13 at kathyflocas@yahoo.com or 650-862-2610. Flyer and RSVP link here.
PHILOPTOCHOS PHLASH - News from our recent Board Meeting
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click here for the latest issue of The Philoptochos Phlash. Read the news about our upcoming events, AND our continued efforts (with
YOUR help) to assist those in need.
WANTED: SHEPHERDS, WISE MEN, ANGELS & MORE!
Sign up your kids today for a role in our amazing Holy Cross Christmas Program on Sun., Dec. 6, immediately after liturgy in the church (replacing the evening program). This year's Program will have the Nativity Play only and will run 15 minutes. Santa Claus will visit with kids during Coffee Hour. We hope all students will participate. Tell us your child's first and last name, age, grade, and whether they want a speaking role (1-3 lines), non-speaking role, or participate only in the singing. Rehearsal for everyone on Sat., Dec. 5, 11 am-12:30 pm. Additional rehearsals for speaking roles on Thur & Fri, Dec. 3-4, 6:45-8pm. Contact Eva Canellos, cecanellos@aol.com.
PROPHET ELIAS 46th ANNIVERSARY GALA - Saturday, November 14
Honoring Robin & Greg Sirakides for their dedication and contributions to Prophet Elias for over 42 years. $100 per person, limited seating. 223 Church Street, Santa Cruz. RSVP by November 6 to georgiac59@aol.com or 831-818-7231 or via this link. / All proceeds from this wonderful event will go toward repairing the interior damage to the church caused by roof leaks. We pray to raise $20,000 through your generous donations and auction item participation. If you are not able to attend, please consider making a donation to our beautiful church. Thank you!
KICKS 4 KIDS NEW SHOE DRIVE - Now through November 15
Sponsored by our Holy Cross Philoptochos - Please donate! It’s time once again to open our hearts and make a difference in the life of a child through our Kicks 4 Kids Shoe Drive. A new pair of shoes may seem like a small gift, but to a child in need, it can bring comfort, confidence, and a beautiful smile. We invite you to join us in this special ministry by donating a new pair of shoes and helping us put a smile on a child’s face. Together, we can make a difference—one pair of shoes at a time. Click here to sign up for a Child https://sites.google.com/view/hcnewkicksforkids/home Click here to make a Monetary Donation to Kicks 4 Kids https://www.goholycross.org/Philoptochos/Donation.aspx Click here for the flyer!
CHRISTMAS PROGRAM - Sunday, December 6, immediately following Liturgy
Enjoy the beautiful Holy Cross Christmas Program, immediately after liturgy in the church (not in the evening this year). Students will perform a 15 minute Nativity Play with singing by the students, choir & congregation. Santa visits with kids at coffee hour.