Recent weekly newsletters
Obituary – Mr. KV Joseph
With sadness and the hope in the Resurrection, we inform you of the passing of Mr. Koduvelikullathu Varghese Joseph (Joychayan) – 82, father of our Preeta Ranjit. Our prayers and condolences to Preeta, Ranjit, Allen, and Christy. May appachen’s memory be eternal. Funeral will be in Anicad, Mallapally on December 10th, 2023 after Sunday service.…
Sunday School Diocesan Awards
Diocesan prizes were given out on Sunday for the Quiz Competition and Assigned Competition winners. Thank you to all who participated and helped in these competitions.
CASA Gifts Donation
Today was a proud moment for many of us as we watched our older and younger children working together to wrap presents for children in foster care. Merry Christmas from SBGOC to children of CASA.
Sunday School Corner
SUNDAY SCHOOL CORNER This Sunday, Dec 3 is the last day to bring gifts in. The kids will be wrapping them after lunch on Dec 3. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0C49A5AF2DABFC1-45630340-casa We will have a group performance on Sunday, the 24th after Christmas service.
SUNDAY SCHOOL CORNER
We will also not have class on Nov 26 since many families may be away for Thanksgiving. We are collecting gifts for children in foster homes again. The organization is called CASA(Court Appointed Special Advocates). Please bring them to church no later than December 3. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0C49A5AF2DABFC1-45630340-casa
Family Day 2023 – Photos and Videos
SBGOC Family Day 2023 We were blessed with a wonderful talent program this year. Check out the videos and photos from the program. Thank you to Biju and Saji for capturing these memories. And Ranjit for helping to post it.
Diocese Announces Youth Ministry Day
As discussed in the Diocesan Assembly, our diocese is beginning a Youth Ministry Sunday to support the future of our Church. Nicholovos thirumeni has issued a Kalpana today with the relevant information.
Diocesan Family & Youth Conference Kalpana and Flyer
Check out the Diocesan Family and Youth Conference 2024 Kalpana and Flyer
DIOCESAN IT PROFESSIONAL FORUM
Today our parish attended the first Diocesan Information Technology Professional Forum. It was a well attended conference that covered a variety of topics. Vijay Achen, Jolly Binu, Simon Philips, and Jibu Mathews were some of the speakers at the conference.
Parumala Perunal
This Parumala Perunal we will be blessed to have the Fr. Dr. Varghese M. Daniel. We are planning evening prayer on Saturday, November 3rd at 7pm. Holy Qurbana on Saturday, November 4th
Family Day Flyer released
Ready to showcase your talent? Please prepare solo or group performance(s) for SBGOC family night on November 12th. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdp39YMU7Qb_X9PNYtljDbTxRkpqlOVfFIZtnwlQWeVxO4C-g/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0
CASA – Christmas Gift Donation
Our Sunday School is again sponsoring Christmas gifts for 10 children living in foster care in New Jersey. Gifts are due back at Church by December 3rd. If you are interested to buying a gift, please signup in the link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0C49A5AF2DABFC1-45630340-casa
Women’s Fellowship:
Join us for our final women’s fellowship of the year! We will have a special focus on self-care, ensuring you’re all set to embrace the holidays with renewed energy and positivity. 📅 Date: Saturday, November 18th🕒 Time: 2-5pm🏡 Location: Feby John’s home Sign sheet is attached and don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to…
Sunday School Corner
Congratulations to our Quiz Team! Sean John, Aaron John, Jason Eapen you studied the Acts of the Apostles hard and represented our church well. We were one of 7 teams who won Silver/2nd place in the diocese. Thank you to Suma Kunjumon who wrote an incredible test bank of questions to study from. Thank you…
Catholicate Event 2023
Vijay achen and Jibu Mathews attended the Northeast Diocese Catholicate event to present our parish’s offering to the Sabha.
St Vladmir’s Seminary Webinar on Submission to the Church: How to Become Children of the Light
For Immediate Release CONTACT: Ksenia Lin 914-961-8313 x349 October 6, 2023 klin@svots.edu Submission to the Church: How to Become Children of the Light Start Date Tue, 10/17/2023 – 7:00 P.M. Eastern You’re invited to the first webinar in St Vladimir’s Seminary’s new Light of the World Webinar Series. This monthly webinar series will feature speakers…
SS Bible Quiz 2023
This morning was the Sunday School Bible Quiz. SBGOC had a power packed team of Jason, Sean, and Aaron with support from Snehel, Suma, Hannah, Daya, Leon, Jolly, and Binu. Thank you to all who participated and supported the effort.
