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# St. Michael the Archangel Ukrainian Catholic Church

New Haven, Connecticut

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## Posts

- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/07/19/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-285/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 7/19, 8th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. Special Intention 10:30 a.m. For people of the parish Epistle: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18 Gospel: Matthew 14:14-22, Tone 7 Monday, 7/20, Holy Prophet Elijah 9:00 a.m. +Ivan(Pan.) requested by the Family Tuesday, 7/21, Venerable Fathers Simeon and John, St. Ezekiel, prophet 9:00 a.m. +Joseph
- [Parish News](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/07/19/parish-news-40/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Jayne Ryzewski, Barbara and Patrick Bagley for peace in Ukraine. On July 20th, the Church honors the memory of St. Elijah. He is the patron saint for cars and others vehicles. The glorious prophet Elijah is therefore known as the patron saint of vehicles,
- [Blessing of Cars 2026](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/07/13/blessing-of-cars-2026/) - Have you ever had your car blessed? We will be having the Blessing of Cars in honor of St Elijah (Elias) on Sunday, July 19, following the Divine Liturgy. St Michael the Archangel Ukrainian Catholic Church, 569 George Street, New Haven, CT. On July 20th, the Church honors the memory of St Elias (Elijah). He
- [Dorothy Docknevych fell asleep in the Lord](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/05/28/dorothy-docknevych-fell-asleep-in-the-lord/) - We are sad to announce that Dorothy Docknevych fell asleep in the Lord on May 22, 2026. Relatives and friends are invited to visiting hours at the W.S. Clancy Memorial Funeral Home, 244 North Main Street, Branford, Friday morning from 10:00 – 10:45 a.m. and may attend the Divine Liturgy at St. Michael the Archangel
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/05/17/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-284/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 5/17, Sunday of the Fathers of First Council —Moleben 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Acts 20:16-18 and 28-38 Gospel: John 17:1-13, Tone 6 Monday, 5/18, Holy Mrt. Theodotus, Peter, Dionysius 9:00 a.m. No specific intention for the Divine Liturgy scheduled Tuesday, 5/19, Holy Hieromartyr Patrick 9:00
- [Parish News](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/05/17/parish-news-39/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Vasyl for God’s blessing and health for Nadia and Vasyl. On May 17, we will celebrate only one Divine Liturgy at 10:30 a.m.. in English and Ukrainian languages and after the Divine Liturgy the Knights of Columbus members and men from our Parish invites
- [Funeral Rites for three parishioners](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/04/22/funeral-rites-for-three-parishioners/) - Funeral rites for three parishioners who fell asleep in the Lord this week Thursday, April 24, at 11:30 the Funeral Divine Liturgy for Christine Matwjejko Calling hours will 9 :00 -11:00 am on Thursday morning at North Haven Funeral Home. +++ Saturday, April 25 at 10:00 am the Funeral Divine Lituirgy for Parania Daniw Calling
- [Harmonies of Hope for Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/02/27/harmonies-of-hope-for-ukraine/) - A beautiful program of music is planned for March 14th in Madison. Details on the flyer. Thanks to the First Congregational Church of Madison.
- [Blessing of Easter Foods 2026](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/04/03/blessing-of-easter-foods-2026/) - The blessing of Easter Foods will take place: Holy Saturday at 4pm and 6pm Easter Sunday following the 10:30am Divine Liturgy.
- [Help Heal Ukraine's Heroes art show](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/03/30/help-heal-ukraines-heroes-art-show/)
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/03/29/parish-news-38/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by the Andrey Sheptysky KofC Council for God’s blessing, continuing recuperation, a full recovery and a long, healthy and happy life Michael Lipcan. After Divine Liturgy, on March 29, there will be an EASTER BAZAAR held in our church hall. You will find: delicious homemade
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/03/29/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-283/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 3/29, Palm Sunday--Blessing of Pussywillows, Anointing and Lenten mission 8:45 a.m. Lytija and blessing of Bread 9:00 a.m. For the people of the parish 10:30 a.m. +Jan Korenovsky requested by Stephanie and Melanie Korenovsky Epistle: Philippians 4:4-9 Gospel: John 12:1-18, Tone 1 Monday, 3/30, Our Venerable Father John Climacus 9:00
- [Presanctified Liturgy during Lent](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/02/19/presanctified-liturgy-during-lent/) - The Fridays in Great Lent we will have the Presanctified Liturgy at 7:00 p.m. Some will call this liturgical service the Liturgy of Pope Saint Gregory the Great. The Presanctified Liturgy is a traditional Lenten service combining Vespers (evening prayer) and the reception of Holy Communion that was consecrated at a previous Divine Liturgy. The
- [Blessed Lazarus Saturday](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/03/28/blessed-lazarus-saturday/)
- [Eastern Catholic Bishops USA 2026](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/03/17/eastern-catholic-bishops-usa-2026/) - Meeting of the Eastern Christian Association 2026. The annual meeting.
- [Community Commemoration in Solidarity with Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/02/21/community-commemoration-in-solidarity-with-ukraine/)
- [Good things happening at the Seminary](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/03/01/good-things-happening-at-the-seminary/) - In his February 16th letter, the rector of St. Basil Seminary, Fr Bohdan Tymchyshyn, noted some things that need to be known in a wider context. By 2025's end we had the priesthood ordination of Father Vasyl Vorokh. May Father Vasyl's ministry be fruitful and blessed. There are four seminarians at Saint Basil's: two are
- [Anniversary of Russia's War on Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/02/18/anniversary-of-russias-war-on-ukraine/) - The anniversary of Russia's war on Ukraine is on Feb 24th, an infamous date . To commemorate the ongoing struggle in Ukraine we are organizing a prayer vigil to honor the fallen and wounded and to show solidarity with and support for the Ukrainian people. The service will be held on Saturday Feb 21st at
- [The Great Fast](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/02/15/the-great-fast/) - Each year the onset of the Great Fast raises questions about how one should be fasting and what the Church requires. And, while we should never approach fasting pharisaïcally, it is spiritually profitable to be aware of traditional practice and the minimum required by the Church in order to chart one’s own course according to
- [Lent --the Great Fast](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/02/15/lent-the-great-fast/) - Lent begins forty days before Flowery (Palm) Sunday, on the Monday after Forgiveness Sunday (Cheese-Fare Sunday), and lasts until the Friday preceding Palm Sunday. Holy Week is a special Fast in honor of our Lord's Passion, and lasts from the evening of Palm Sunday until Holy Saturday inclusive. Fasting is voluntary. It is an imposed,
- [Cheesefare Sunday Breakfast 2026](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/02/15/cheesefare-sunday-breakfast-2026/) - Today, the members of the parish Knights of Columbus council and friends, prepared a delicious breakfast for the parishioners. We all did a spectacular job --having fun feeding friends. Thank you!
- [Parish breakfast Sunday](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/02/09/parish-breakfast-sunday/) - The Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky Knights of Columbus Council at our parish invites everyone to a PANCAKE BREAKFAST on Sunday, February 15th at 11:30 AM in our church hall , after the 10:30 Mass. Admission of $10 will be collected at the door. All proceeds will be used by the Council for program needs (Mother's Day,
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/02/01/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-282/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 2/1, Sunday of the Prodigal Son 9:00 a.m. +Irene Hladkyj requested by Barbara Schwartz 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20 Luke 15:11-32, Tone 1 Monday, 2/2, The Presentation of the Lord in the Temple — Blessing of the Candles 9:00 a.m. +Irene Hladkyj requested
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/02/01/parish-news-37/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Margaret Brezicki Maybury in memory of Michael and Pauline Kurylo. On Sunday, February 15, we will celebrate only one (1) Divine Liturgy at 10:30 a.m. The Knights of Columbus members will prepare breakfast. $10 per person. SOROKOUSTY: will be celebrated in All Souls` Saturdays.
- [New Knights of Columbus Officers elected](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/01/18/new-knights-of-columbus-officers-elected-2/) - On December 9, 2025, the members of the Knights of Columbus council 16253 Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky, located here at the parish elected new officers. Myron Melnyk (Grand Knight), Todd A. Lane (Deputy Grand Knight), Jeffrey D. Majoris (Financial Secretary) and Brandon Czabala (Treasurer). Father Iura Godenciuc continues to serve as council chaplain. We are grateful
- [The Yevshan Choir to perform](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/01/18/the-yevshan-choir-to-perform/) - The Yevshan Choir, under the direction of Alex Kuzma, will be performing at St Basil’s Seminary Chapel, 195 Glenbrook Road in Stamford CT on Saturday January 24, 2026 at 3:00 pm. It is for the benefit of the Ukrainian Museum in Stamford as we work to preserve cultural treasures, particularly in the face of the
- [St Gregory of Nyssa](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/01/10/st-gregory-of-nyssa/) - St. Gregory of Nyssa (335-395AD), whose memory we celebrate today – January 10th – was one of the great spiritual and mystical writers of the early Church. He was the younger brother of St. Basil the Great. Born in Cappadocia (modern Turkey), he played a leading role at the Second Ecumenical Council that gathered in
- [Theophany of Our Lord 2026](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/01/06/theophany-of-our-lord-2026/) - Theophany of Our Lord Today is a holy day, a day on which the faithful should be attending the Divine Liturgy. In addition to the Divine Liturgy there will be the Great Sanctification of Water and Anointing*Myrovann 9:50 a.m. Great Compline (God with Us service) 10:30 a.m. +Stefan Sadiwsky requested by Anna Smigelski 7:00 p.m.
- [How to prepare for a House Blessing at Theophany](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/01/06/how-to-prepare-for-a-house-blessing-at-theophany/) - Father Iura is blessing houses. Call him. The place where we live is very important and special to us. During the feast of Theophany we observe the custom of having our homes blessed to ask God for His protection and blessing upon all who live there or visit there. To prepare for a house blessings,
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/01/03/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-281/) - Christ is born! Sunday, 1/4, Sunday before Theophany 9:00 a.m. Special Intention 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 2 Timothy 4:5-8 Mark 1:1-8, Tone 5 Monday, 1/5, Holy Martyrs Theopeptus and Theona 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health for Anna Wysowskyj requested by Anna Smigellski Tuesday, 1/6, Theophany of Our Lord —
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/01/03/parish-news-36/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Andrue and Brandon Czabala in memory of Teodor Czabala. Luba Dubno’s sister Irene Hladkyj, 97 died peacefully on December 19, 2025, in Cheshire. Irene’s funeral liturgy will be on January 8th. Pray for Irene and the family who mourn her. May Irene’s memory be
- [New Knights of Columbus Officers elected](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/01/02/new-knights-of-columbus-officers-elected/) - On December 9, 2025, the members of the Knights of Columbus council 16253 Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky, located here at the parish elected new officers. Myron Melnik (Grand Knight), Todd A. Lane (Deputy Grand Knight), Jeffrey D. Majoris (Financial Secretary) and Brandon Czabala (Treasurer). Father Iura Godenciuc continues to serve as council chaplain. We are grateful
- [The feast of the Circumcision of the Lord](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/01/01/the-feast-of-the-circumcision-of-the-lord/) - The 8th Day -The feast of the Circumcision of the Lord and feast of St Basil the Great, Divine Liturgy at 11am. The feast of the circumcision of the baby Jesus on the 8th day after His birth marks the first shedding of blood and His formal entry into the covenant given to the people
- [Presanctified Liturgy](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2026/02/28/presanctified-liturgy/) - The Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts is a Byzantine Rite liturgical service which is performed on the weekdays of Great Lent wherein communion is received from Gifts (the Body and Blood of Christ) that are sanctified (consecrated) in advance, hence its name; this Divine Liturgy has no anaphora (eucharistic prayer). The Presanctified is used on
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/12/28/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-280/) - Christ is born! Sunday, 12/28, Sunday after Christmas—Sunday of St Joseph the Betrothed, St David the King, St James the Brother of the Lord 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health for Walter Ushchak requested by the children 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Galatians 1:11-19 Matthew 2:13-23, Tone 4 Monday, 12/29, Holy
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/12/28/parish-news-35/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Barbara and Patrick Bagley in memory of Michael Lipcan, Sr. Luba Dubno’s sister Irene Hladkyj, 97 died peacefully on December 19, 2025, in Cheshire. Please remember her in your prayers. Irene’s funeral liturgy will be on January 8, 2026. Pray for Irene and the
- [St Stephen's Day](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/12/27/st-stephens-day/) - A blessed name day to all those named Stephen or Stephanie – also special festal greetings to all deacons on this day! Thank you for your ministry! “First-martyr and apostle of Christ, you fought the good fight. You convicted the tyrants of their wickedness. When you were killed by stoning at the hands of sinners,
- [Christmas Liturgies](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/12/25/christmas-liturgies/) - 9:50am Great Compline --the God with us service 10:30am Divine Liturgy (bilingual) Join us!!! "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." Jn. 3:16 Christos Roždajetsja! Христос Poждається! Christ is Born! Χριστός γεννάται! Krisztus születik
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/12/21/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-279/) - Christ is born! Sunday, 12/21, Sunday before Christmas—Sunday of the Holy Fathers 9:00 a.m. +The Sobko, Danylo, Konyk, Kozoryz, Perederii, Perohanycz families requested by the family 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Hebrews 11:9-10; 17-23; 32-40 Matthew 1:1-25, Tone 3 Monday, 12/22, Holy Great Martyr Anastasia 9:00 a.m. +Mychajlo Kucknij (Pan.) requested
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/12/21/parish-news-34/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Andrue and Brandon Czabala in memory of Dario Aponte. All donations and contributions must be received before Sunday, December 28 to be recorded on the annual statement for 2025. SECURITY at the Parish: There is a professionally installed eight camera system on the property
- [The Holy Prophet Haggai](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/12/16/the-holy-prophet-haggai-2/) - Today, December 16, the Church liturgically recalls the memory of the Holy Prophet Haggai. The prophet Haggai, in 520 B.C., preached that the temple must be rebuilt for the sake of the faith of the people. In this way he foreshadowed that Jesus, the Messiah to come, would be the Temple of the New Covenant
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/12/14/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-278/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 12/14, 27th Sunday of the Forefathers 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Colossians 5:4-11 Luke 14:16-24 Tone 2 Monday, 12/15, Priest Martyr Eleutherius and the Venerable Paul 9:00 a.m. No Divine Liturgy Tuesday, 12/16, Holy Prophet Haggai 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy scheduled.
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/12/14/parish-news-33/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Mary Ann Mikosky for God’s blessing and health for Brett McNamara. WELCOME NEW PARISHIONERS! New parishioners are always welcomed in our parish. If someone wants to register with our parish please contact Father Iura Godenciuc at 203-865-0388 or our financial secretary Natalia Chermak. We
- [Sheptytsky and the Ukrainian Jews](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/12/10/sheptytsky-and-the-ukrainian-jews/) - Something interesting read of Archbishop Andrei Sheptytsky and the Ukrainian Jews. Give this essay a serious read.
- [St Nicholas Day](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/12/06/st-nicholas-day-2/) - The truth of things revealed you to your flock as a rule of faith, a model of meekness, and a teacher of temperance. Through humility, you attained the heights; and through poverty, riches. O Father and Hierarch Nicholas, intercede with Christ God that our souls may be saved. (the Troparion for the feast) The parish
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/12/07/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-277/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 12/7, 26th Sunday after Pentecost - Anointing *Myrovann 9:40 a.m. Lytija and Blessing of Bread 10:00 a.m. Akathist to the Mother of God 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish and for God’s blessing and health of Sestretsi members Epistle: Ephesians 5:9-19 Luke 17:12-19, Tone 1 Monday, 12/8, Our
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/12/07/parish-news-32/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Andrue and Brandon Czabala in memory of Dario Aponte. WELCOME NEW PARISHIONERS! New parishioners are always welcomed in our parish. If someone wants to register with our parish please contact Father Iura Godenciuc at 203-865-0388 or our financial secretary Natalia Chermak. We have a
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/11/30/parish-news-31/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Margaret Maybury in memory of Stuart Maybury. On December 7th and December 14th, we will celebrate only one (1) Divine Liturgy at 10:30 a.m. in both languages, English and Ukrainian. On December 7th we will celebrate St. Nicholas and on December 14th we will
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/11/30/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-276/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 11/30, 25th Sunday after Pentecost - First-Called the Apostle Andrew 9:00 a.m. +Sophie Waselik requested by Marion Piggott 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Ephesians 4:1-6 Luke 13:10-17, Tone 8 Monday, 12/1, Holy Prophet Nahum 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health for Fr. Stepan Yanovski requested by
- [Thanksgiving Day Divine Liturgy](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/11/26/thanksgiving-day-divine-liturgy-2/) - We give thanks to God for all the blessings we have received from Him. The Divine Liturgy will be served at 10 a.m. Thanksgiving Day. Join us in prayer.
- [Pierogi - pyrohy in December](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/11/21/pierogi-pyrohy-in-december/) - Proof that our ancient ancestors ate pierogi. Order your Christmas pyrohy by December 7 for pick up on December 13. Get your pyrohy now!
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/11/22/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-275/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday 11/23, 24th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. For the people of the parish 10:30 a.m. For God’s blessing and health for Anna Sadiwsky requested by Maria Wysowskyj Epistle: Ephesians 2:14-22 Luke 12:16-21, Tone 7 Monday, 11/24, Holy Martyrs Catherine and Mercurius 6:00 p.m. +Ihor Dumalskyy (40days, Pan.) requested by the
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/11/22/parish-news-30/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Joseph Oleschuk in memory of Joanna Oleschuk. On December 7th and December 14th we will celebrate only one Divine Liturgy at 10:30 AM in both languages English in Ukrainian. On December 7th, we will celebrate St. Nicholas and on December 14th we will have
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/11/16/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-274/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 11/16, 23rd Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. Special Intention 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Ephesians 2:4-10 Luke 10:25-37, Tone 6 Monday, 11/17, Holy Bishop Gregory of Neocaesarea 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy today. Tuesday, 11/18, Holy Martyrs Platon and Roman 9:00 a.m.
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/11/16/parish-news-29/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Margaret Brezicki – Maybury in memory of Eugenia Brezicki Bronner. WELCOME NEW PARISHIONERS! New parishioners are always welcomed in our parish. If someone wants to register with our parish please contact Father Iura Godenciuc at 203-865-0388 or our financial secretary Natalia Chermak. PARISH COFFEE
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/11/09/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-273/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 11/9, 22nd Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. +Hryhorij Dubno requested by Luba Dubno 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Galatians 6:11-18 Gospel: Luke 8:41-56, Tone 5 Monday, 11/10, Holy Apostle Erastus, Olympus 9:00 a.m. No scheduled intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday, 11/11, Our Theodor the Studite
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/11/09/parish-news-28/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Margaret Brezicki – Maybury in memory of Eugenia Brezicki Bronner. Sestretsi will be having Corporate Communion on November 16 at the 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy and a short meeting to follow in the classroom. Please try to attend. See Barbara Schwartz for more information.
- [St Michael and all the Holy Angels](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/11/08/st-michael-and-all-the-holy-angels/) - Today is the FEAST OF ST. MICHAEL AND ALL THE HOLY ANGELS Happy name day to all named Michael, Michele, Gabriel, Raphael or any other angel name. Want more information, read here.
- [Art Show and Fundraiser](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/10/19/art-show-and-fundraiser/) - Dear Friends. Every day, Ukrainian soldiers risk their lives defending freedom. Many return from the front lines bearing deep wounds-both visible and invisible. At Zhytomyr Military Hospital, these brave men and women are receiving critical care for severe physical injuries, PTSD, and traumatic brain injuries. But healing takes more than medicine. Thanks to the leadership
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/10/19/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-272/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 10/19, 19th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health for Mary Ann Mikosky 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 2 Corinthians 11:31-12:9 Luke 8:5-15, Tone 2 Monday, 10/20, Holy Great Martyr Artemis 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday, 10/21, Our Venerable
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/10/19/parish-news-27/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Iuliana Godenciuc for God`s blessing of family. Sestretsi will be having Corporate Communion on October 26, after 9:00 a.m.Divine Liturgy with a meeting to follow in the classroom. St. Michael’s Day will be celebrated on November 2. On this day we will have only
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/10/05/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-271/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 10/5, 17th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. Special Intention 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 2 Corinthians 6:16-7:1 Luke 6:31-36, Tone 8 Monday, 10/6, Holy Apostle Thomas 9:00 a.m. +John Bodnar (Pan.) Tuesday, 10/7, Holy Martyrs Sergius and Bacchus 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/10/05/parish-news-26/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Cristine and Marybeth Gawron in memory of Paul Gawron. St. Michael’s Day will be celebrated on November 2. On this day we will have only One Divine Liturgy at 10:30 AM. After the Divine Liturgy, we will have a dinner and short program. All
- [Children Paint War, Not Flowers](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/10/07/children-paint-war-not-flowers/) - Tomorrow, Wednesday, October 8, from 3 - 5 PM, at Buley Library on campus of Southern CT State University, Dr. Ulia Gosart, will give a presentation about "CHILDREN PAINT WAR, NOT FLOWERS". Ulia is the originator of this project to help children displaced by the war in Ukraine to cope with the trauma they are
- [Oktoberfest 2025 TODAY --Join us!!!!](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/10/12/oktoberfest-2025-today-join-us/)
- [The Holy Apostle Thomas](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/10/06/the-holy-apostle-thomas/) - The story of the Holy Apostle Thomas shows us that the evangelists had a clear and intelligent idea of who Christ is - our Lord and God. They were not a primitive, ignorant, superstitious people, Thomas’ actions show that they accepted the truth of Jesus as Son of God only through a rigorous process of
- [Oktoberfest 2025](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/10/06/oktoberfest-2025-2/)
- [Art Show to Help Heal Ukraine's Heroes](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/09/29/art-show-to-help-heal-ukraines-heroes/) - Help Heal Ukraine’s Heroes — Your Support Matters Dear Friends, Every day, Ukrainian soldiers risk their lives defending freedom. Many return from the front lines bearing deep wounds—both visible and invisible. At Zhytomyr Military Hospital, these brave men and women are receiving critical care for severe physical injuries, PTSD, and traumatic brain injuries. But healing
- [Patroness of Catechists in the UGCC](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/09/29/patroness-of-catechists-in-the-ugcc/) - Blessed Josaphata Hordashevska (1869-1919) was designated as the Patroness of Catechists in the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church. Her biographer said, "Josaphata speaks to modern people about the beauty of a radical life according to the Gospel and the need for compassion and solidarity with those in need. She shows that even small acts of love
- [Oktoberfest 2025](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/09/25/oktoberfest-2025/) - OKTOBERFEST CELEBRATION By popular demand the Oktoberfest event will occur this year on Sunday, October 12, from noon to 6pm in the church hall. Authentic German food and German beer will be served. German music will be played. The event is being sponsored by the Knights of Columbus and the Immaculate Conception Society (Sestretsi) Profits
- [Divine Liturgy fore the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/09/22/divine-liturgy-fore-the-coming-week/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 9/21, 15th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. +Hryhorij Dubno requested by Luba Dubno 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Galatians 2:16-20 Mark 8:34-9:1, Tone 6 Monday, 9/22, Holy Priest Martyr Phocas and Jonah, prophet 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy scheduled Tuesday, 9/23, The
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/09/22/parish-news-25/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Yanovski family for God’s blessing and health for Fr. Stepan Yanovski. WELCOME NEW PARISHIONERS! New parishioners are always welcomed in our parish. If someone wants to register with our parish please contact Father Iura Godenciuc at 203-865-0388 or our financial secretary Natalia Chermak. Sestretsi
- [Wounded Soldiers Art Show](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/09/17/wounded-soldiers-art-show/)
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/09/14/parish-news-24/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Vasyl Ivantsiv in memory of Tymofij. TODAY is the 56th Annual Connecticut State Ukrainian Day Festival will take place in Stamford at St Basil’s Seminary, 161 Glenbrook Rd. on Sunday, September 14th. Admission $5.00, Car Parking $5.00. Ukrainian and Picnic style foods, many vendors
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/09/14/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-270/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 9/14, Exaltation of the Holy Cross 9:00 a.m. +Michael Waselik (40th Anniv.) requested by Marion Piggott 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Corinthians 1:18-24 John 19:6-11,13-21,5-27, 30-35, Tone 5 Monday, 9/15, Holy Great Martyr Nicetas 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday, 9/16,
- [9/11 observed](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/09/11/9-11-observed/)
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/09/07/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-269/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 9/7, 13th Sunday after Pentecost—Sunday before the Exaltation 9:00 a.m. Special Intention 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Galatians 6:11-18 John 3:13-17, Tone 4 Monday, 9/8, Nativity of Our Holy Lady the Mother of God 9:00 a.m. Special Intention Tuesday, 9/9, Holy and Righteous Joachim and Anna
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/09/07/parish-news-23/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Vasyl Ivantsiv in memory of Eva. WELCOME NEW PARISHIONERS! New parishioners are always welcomed in our parish. If someone wants to register with our parish please contact Father Iura Godenciuc at 203-865-0388 or our financial secretary Natalia Chermak. If you would like to have
- [The Great and Holy Prophet Moses](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/09/04/the-great-and-holy-prophet-moses/) - Today, September 4, the Byzantine Church liturgically recalls the memory of the Holy Great Prophet Moses. The Troparion for this feast is sung in Tone 2 and reads: O prophet Moses, you reached the summit of virtues. By this you came to see the glory of God. You received the tablets of the grace-giving Law
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/08/31/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-268/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 8/31, 12th Sunday after Pentecost 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 Matthew 18:16-26, Tone 3 Monday, 9/1, Our Venerable Father Simeon 10:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health for Fr. Stepan and Oryssia Yanovski requested by Nadia and Vasyl Ivantsiv requested by the Family Tuesday,
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/08/31/parish-news-22/) - Christ is among us! WELCOME NEW PARISHIONERS! New parishioners are always welcomed in our parish. If someone wants to register with our parish please contact Father Iura Godenciuc at 203-865-0388 or our financial secretary Natalia Chermak. If you would like to have a Confession, Holy Communion or prayer of the sick at your house or
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/08/24/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-267/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 8/24, 11th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. For the people of the parish 10:30 a.m. For Peace in Ukraine Epistle: 1 Corinthians 9:2-12 Matthew 18:9-15, Tone 2 Monday, 8/25, Holy Apostles Bartholomew and Titus 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health for Stephanie and Melanie requested by Natalie Chermak Tuesday, 8/26/25
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/08/24/parish-news-21/) - Christ is among us! WELCOME NEW PARISHIONERS! New parishioners are always welcomed in our parish. If someone wants to register with our parish please contact Father Iura Godenciuc at 203-865-0388 or our financial secretary Natalia Chermak. PARISH COFFEE HOUR: Dear parishioners and guests, after each Divine Liturgy, a social hour with coffee and hard rolls
- [Ukrainian Independence Day observed August 25 in New Haven](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/08/24/ukrainian-independence-day-observed-august-25-in-new-haven/) - Mayor Justin Elicker will issue a proclamation on Monday, August 25 at 1:30pm on the New Haven Green near the flagpole. In case of rain the ceremony will take place in the City Hall. We ask as many of you to attend to show solidarity with Ukraine. This show of support is more important than
- [Ukrainian Independence in West Haven and New Haven](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/08/20/ukrainian-independence-in-west-haven-and-new-haven/) - Ukrainian Independence Day this year is on Sunday, August 24. To show their support the mayors of New Haven and West Haven will be issuing proclamations. Mayor Dorinda Borer will issue a proclamation in front of West Haven City Hall on Friday, August 22 at noon (12pm) and Mayor Justin Elicker will issue a proclamation
- [Ukrainian Day events in our area and nationwide](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/08/20/ukrainian-day-events-in-our-area-and-nationwide/) - If you know of other Ukrainian Independence day events in Connecticut which are not on the interactive map please either contact me or directly input the information. It's fun to look around and see how many events are taking place in 39 states. So far there are over 120 events! A reminder that we want
- [Divine Liturgy for the Dormition](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/08/15/divine-liturgy-for-the-dormition/) - TODAY, Friday, 8/15, Dormition of the Holy Theotokos is a Holy Day. We will bless flowers and fruits in honor of the feast. Bring flowers and fruits for blessing. 9:00 a.m. +Adrian Lodynsky (Pan.) requested by Emilia Iwaniw --Liturgy in Ukrainian 7:00 p.m. For the people of the parish --Liturgy in English Join us for
- [The Paradox of the Dormition](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/08/15/the-paradox-of-the-dormition/) - THE PARADOX OF THE DORMITION (Friday, August 15) “In you the laws of nature (τῆς φύσεως οἱ ὅροι, естества уставы) are defeated, O pure Virgin: from virginity comes childbirth, and life is introduced by death. After bearing, a virgin, and after dying – living, ever saving, O Mother of God, your inheritance.” (Ode 9, Byzantine
- [August 14: A Call to Prayer and Fasting for Peace](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/08/14/august-14-a-call-to-prayer-and-fasting-for-peace/) - August 14: A Call to Prayer and Fasting for Peace His Beatitude Sviatoslav Shevchuk, Father and Head of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, has urged all the faithful to join wholeheartedly the worldwide Day of Fasting and Prayer for Peace TODAY on August 14, noting that it coincides with important negotiations about Ukraine scheduled to
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/08/10/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-266/) - Divine Liturgy for the coming week Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 8/10, 9th Sunday after Pentecost 8:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Corinthians 3:9-17 Gospel: Matthew 14:22-34, Tone 8 Monday, 8/11, Holy Martyr Euplus 9:00 a.m. +Kateryna Levitzky (100 Aniv., Pan.) requested by Joseph Levitzky Tuesday, 8/12, Holy Martyrs Photius and
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/08/10/parish-news-20/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Vasyl Ivantsiv in memory of Nadia.. WELCOME NEW PARISHIONERS! New parishioners are always welcomed in our parish. If someone wants to register with our parish please contact Father Iura Godenciuc at (203) 865-0388 or our financial secretary Natalia Chermak. PARISH COFFEE HOUR: Dear parishioners
- [Dormition Fast 2025](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/08/01/dormition-fast-2025/) - Today, August 1st, those on the Byzantine Liturgical calendar begin the Dormition Fast. This fast begins August 1st and ends on August 14th and is a time of preparation for the Feast of the Dormition - Falling Asleep of the Mother of God on August 15th.
- [CT Ukrainian Day Festival 2025](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/07/16/ct-ukrainian-day-festival-2025/)
- [Happy Independence Day! Happy 249th!](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/07/04/happy-independence-day-happy-249th/)
- [2025 CT Ukrainian Day](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/06/26/2025-ct-ukrainian-day/)
- [Apostles' Fast](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/06/16/apostles-fast/) - On the Byzantine calendar, today begins the Apostles' Fast. This is in preparation for the feast of SS. Peter & Paul on June 29. For more information on this feast preparation, read this brief primer here.
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/06/15/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-265/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 6/15, Sunday of All Saints —Moleben to Jesus Christ 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Hebrews 1:32-2:1-2a Gospel: Matthew 10:32-33, 37-38, 19:27-30, Tone 8 Monday, 6/16, Holy Bishop Tychon 9:00 a.m. +Emil Wysowskyj (Pan.) requested by Family Tuesday, 6/17, Holy Martyrs Manuel, Sabel, Ishmael 9:00 a.m. +Stephen
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/06/15/parish-news-19/) - Christ is among us! If you would like to have a Confession, Holy Communion or prayer of the sick at your house or nursing home, please call the rectory at 203-865-0388. Dear parishioners and guests, after each Divine Liturgy, a social hour with coffee and hard rolls and assorted snacks are available in the church
- [Pope and Ukrainian Patriarch meet](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/05/15/pope-and-ukrainian-patriarch-meet/) - This morning Pope Leo XIV met with His Beatitude Sviatoslav Shevchuk, major archbishop of Kyiv-Halyč, Ukraine. Is wasting no time getting down to work by having meetings with visiting bishops and others. This is the key way a pope gets to know those collaborating with him in ministry. On May 14, the Pope met with
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/05/11/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-264/) - Christ is risen! Sunday, 5/11, Sunday of the Paralytic —Mother’s Day —Moleben to the Mother of God 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Acts. 9:32-42 Gospel: John 5:1-15, Tone 3 Monday, 5/12, Holy Fathers Epiphanius and Germanus 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday, 5/13, Holy Martyr Glyceria 9:00
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/05/11/parish-news-18/) - Christ is risen This week vigil light is offered by Chris Komondy in memory of +Helmut Heinrich. STAMFORD CHARITIES APPEAL: Please don’t forget to donate for Charities Appeal. The forms are designed for each family of our parish. Attached to the form is an envelope into which you can place your contribution. The form along
- [A prayer for Mothers](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/05/11/a-prayer-for-mothers-2/) - O Lord, our God, look down with merciful eyes upon our humble and earnest petition which we fervently offer to You today in behalf of all of our mothers. Shower Your heavenly graces upon them. Grant that they may always behold the joy of their children and their children's children. Fill them with that same
- [1,700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/05/11/1700th-anniversary-of-the-council-of-nicaea/) - Approaching the 1,700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea, you'll start to hear a lot of really bad and stupid arguments. One is that Constantine originally supported the Athanasian line of thought against the Arian line and that's why the Council decided the way they did. Here's the the thing: no! And here's why -
- [Pope Leo XIV](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/05/08/pope-leo-xiv/)
- [The first public address of Pope Leo](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/05/11/the-first-public-address-of-pope-leo/) - Pope Leo XIV, during his first Regina Coeli, on the Good Shepherd Sunday and the day of prayer for vocations, tells young people: "Do not be afraid" to accept the proposal from the Church! And days after the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II in Europe, Pope Leo XIV repeats, "No more
- [We have a pope](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/05/08/we-have-a-pope/) - Today, the cardinals elected the 267th successor to St. Peter, Robert Francis Cardinal Prevost, OSA. He is the second American to be elected to the throne of St Peter following Francis. He is the first Roman Pontiff from the United States of America.
- [Why be called Leo?](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/05/10/why-be-called-leo/) - "I chose to take the name Leo XIV. There are different reasons for this, but mainly because Pope Leo XIII in his historic Encyclical Rerum Novarum addressed the social question in the context of the first great industrial revolution. In our own day, the Church offers to everyone the treasury of her social teaching in
- [Eastern Christianity at the papal funeral](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/04/26/eastern-christianity-at-the-papal-funeral/) - The Eastern Catholic patriarchs sing the Panikhida prayers at Pope Francis’s funeral. The heads of the Eastern Catholic Churches were also present at Pope Benedict’s, St John Paul II's and St John XXIII's funeral. The presence of Eastern Christianity --Catholic and Orthodox-- demonstrates eloquently the universality and diversity of the Universal Church, a church breathing
- [The youngest cardinals](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/04/26/the-youngest-cardinals/) - The youngest cardinals at the Funeral of Pope Francis: Left is Cardinal Américo Aguiar, Portugal, 51; Cardinal Mykola Bychok CSsR, Melbourne, 45; on the right is Cardinal Giorgio Marengo, IMC, Mongolia, 50. Cardinal Mykola Bychok is the Eparch of the Ukrainian eparchy, Melbourne, Australia. Photo courtesy of Cardinal Mykola Bychok.
- [St Mark](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/04/25/st-mark-2/)
- [Easter's 8 weeks](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/04/24/easters-8-weeks/) - The Pentecostarion lasts 8 weeks from Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord to the First Sunday after the Pentecost or Sunday of All Saints.
- [Adrian Walter Lodynsky fell asleep in the Lord](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/04/20/adrian-walter-lodynsky-fell-asleep-in-the-lord/) - Adrian Walter Lodynsky fell asleep in the Lord on Thursday, April 17, 2025. He was born on May 16, 1957 to Vlodko (Walter) and Nadia Lodynsky. Adrian was christened at St Michael’s where he spent his life. Halia, his wife of many years survives Adrian. The arrangements are noted here. In Christian charity please remember
- [Pope Francis dies at 88](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/04/21/pope-francis-dies-at-88/) - Statement of Kevin Cardinal Farrell, Camerlengo of the Holy Roman Church on the death of Pope Francis: "Dearest brothers and sisters, with deep sorrow I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis. At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the house of the Father. His entire life was dedicated
- [The Lord's Decent into Hell](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/04/19/the-lords-decent-into-hell/) - From An Ancient Homily on Holy Saturday: The Lord’s Decent Into Hell Something strange is happening – there is a great silence on earth today, a great silence and stillness. The whole earth keeps silence because the King is asleep. The earth trembled and is still because God has fallen asleep in the flesh and
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/04/19/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-263/) - Christ is risen! Sunday, 4/20, Resurrection of Our Lord Jesus Christ —Blessing of Artos, Anointing (Myrovann) and Blessing of Easter Foods 9:15 a.m. Procession and Paschal Matins 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Acts 1:1-8 Gospel: John 1:1-17, Tone 8 Monday, 4/21, Bright Monday 10:00 a.m. Special Intention Tuesday, 4/22, Bright Tuesday
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/04/19/parish-news-17/) - Christ is risen! This week vigil light is offered by the children in memory of Roman and Joanna Oleschuk. Dear parishioners and guests, after each Divine Liturgy, a social hour with coffee and hard rolls and assorted snacks are available in the church hall. Please feel free to join us. The traditional Easter parish “SVIACHENE”
- [Great and Holy Saturday](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/04/19/great-and-holy-saturday-3/) - In the tomb with the body and in Hades with the soul, in Paradise with the thief and on the throne with the Father and the Spirit, were You, O boundless Christ filling all things. — Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom
- [Great and Holy Friday](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/04/18/great-and-holy-friday-2/) - As we remember the Lord’s passion and death on the cross: “… He [Jesus] surrendered himself as a ransom to death by which we were held captive, sold into slavery under sin. Descending by the cross into Hades to fulfill all things in himself, he freed us from Death’s despair, and rose on the third
- [Great and Holy Thursday](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/04/17/great-and-holy-thursday-2/) - A blessed, prayerful and powerful celebration of the Great and Holy Thursday to all!
- [Schedule for the Holy Days 2025](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/04/16/schedule-for-the-holy-days-2025/) - Thursday, 4/17, Great and Holy Thursday 7:00 p.m. Matins with the proclamation of the Passion Gospels Friday, 4/18, Great and Holy Friday —Today is a day of fasting and strict abstinence: meat and dairy products are forbidden 5:00 p.m. Vespers and Veneration of the Holy Shroud Saturday, 4/19, Great and Holy Saturday 9:00 a.m. Divine
- [Great and Holy Wednesday](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/04/16/great-and-holy-wednesday-2/)
- [Great and Holy Tuesday](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/04/15/great-and-holy-tuesday-2/) - On Holy Tuesday the Byzantine Church calls to remembrance two parables, which are related to the Second Coming. The one is the parable of the Ten Virgins (Mt 25:1-3); the other the parable of the Talents (Mt 25:14-30). These parables deal with such subjects as spiritual vigilance, stewardship, accountability and judgement.
- [Great and Holy Monday](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/04/14/great-and-holy-monday/) - "I see Your bridal chamber completely engulfed with light, O my Savior, and I do not have a wedding garment to enter and enjoy Your brightness; fill the garment of my soul with light, and save me, O Lord, save me!" Exapostilarion, Matins of the Great Monday
- [In preparation for Pascha 2025](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/04/13/in-preparation-for-pascha-2025/) - As we make the journey through this Holy Week that changed the course of human history. You may want to consider the nature and reason for blessing Easter Foods after the Great Fast. Here is Christian Symbolism of Paschal Food In the Ukrainian Tradition. Easter foods will be blessed at 4pm and 6pm on Holy
- [Describing Holy Week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/04/13/describing-holy-week/) - On our way to Jerusalem
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/04/13/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-262/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 4/13, Palm Sunday — Blessing of Pussywillows and Anointing 8:40 a.m. Lytija and Blessing of Bread 9:00 a.m. For the people of the parish 10:30 a.m, God’s blessing and health for Jacek Smigelski Epistle: Philippians 4:4-9 Gospel: John 12:1-18, Tone 7 Monday, 4/14, Great and Holy Monday Our Holy Father
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/04/13/parish-news-16/) - This week vigil light is offered by Katia and Andrew Bamber in memory of Wasylyna Yukash. A special thanks to Rudolph Brezicki for donating the beautiful pussywillows for today, Palm Sunday. The 20th Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by New Haven’s UNA, Branch 414, will be held on Palm Sunday, Sunday 13, at Noon, on the
- [Lazarus Saturday](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/04/12/lazarus-saturday-3/) - Today, the day before Palm (willow Sunday) we honor Lazarus.
- [The Fourth Sunday of Lent: forming virtue](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/03/30/the-fourth-sunday-of-lent-forming-virtue/) - On the 4th Sunday of Lent on the Byzantine liturgical calendar, we remember a great monastic father, St. John Climacus (579-649). He wrote a book called, “The Ladder of Divine Ascent,” encouraging his monks to grow in virtue. Various virtues and asdcetical practices are compared to rungs on a ladder. These are good disciplines for
- [Second Sunday of Lent-Remembrance of St. Gregory of Palamas](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/03/16/second-sunday-of-lent-remembrance-of-st-gregory-of-palamas/) - Today is the Second Sunday of Lent-- Remembrance of St. Gregory of Palamas O all-wise one, your words and sacred writings are to those who draw near to them; a heavenly dew, honey from the rock, the bread of angels, nourishing food, and sweetness, O Gregory, fount of living water. (From Matins) Read more on
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/03/16/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-261/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 3/16, Second Sunday of Lent --Commemoration of St. Gregory Palamas 9:00 a.m. For the people of the parish 10:30 a.m. +Teodor Czabala requested by Stefan Czumak Epistle: Hebrews 1:10-2:3 Gospel: Mark 2:1-12, Tone 2 Monday, 3/17, Our Venerable Father Alexis 9:00 a.m. +Teodor Czabala requested by M/M Walter Terela Tuesday,
- [Parish News](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/03/16/parish-news-15/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Marion Piggott in memory of all deceased of Piggott and Waselik families. Our parish mission will be preached by Fr. Bohdan Tymchyshyn rector of St. Basil Seminary on Saturday, April 5 and Sunday, April 6. The Mystery of Penance (Confession) will be available. Our
- [All Ascetical Fathers and Mothers](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/03/01/all-ascetical-fathers-and-mothers/)
- [Sunday of Adam's Exile from Paradise](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/03/02/sunday-of-adams-exile-from-paradise/) - EXILE (Sunday of Adam’s Exile from Paradise) This Sunday immediately preceding the beginning of Lent recalls the Exile from Paradise, inviting us to embrace “Adam’s Lament” over a Paradise Lost. How and why should we relate to the whole topic of *Exile*, which is a leitmotif of Great Lent? Note that it’s also the main
- [Cheesefare Sunday](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/03/02/cheesefare-sunday-2/) - Today, Cheesefare Sunday also known as Forgiveness Sunday - March 2nd. For those who observe the full fasting disciplines, today we say farewell to dairy products until Pascha. The Church, in her wisdom, gives us good advice: fast as you are able. But do something. Listen closely when you next pray the Our Father. Blessed
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/03/02/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-260/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 3/2, Sunday of the Cheese Fare, Sunday of Forgiveness 9:00 a.m. For the people of the parish 10:30 a.m. +Teodor Czabala requested by Matejko, Larissa and Romchyk Rabarsky Epistle: Romans 13:11-14-4 Gospel: Matthew 6:4-21, Tone 8 Monday, 3/3, The Holy Martyrs Eutropius and Cleonicus 9:00 a.m. An Aliturgical Day (strict
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/03/02/parish-news-14/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Andrue and Brandon Czabala in memory of Teodor Czabala. Sestretsi will be having Corporate Communion on Sunday, March 9 at 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy with a short meeting after in the classroom. For more into speak with Barbara Schwartz From Monday March 10 until
- [Local Ukrainians Mourn 3 Years Of War](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/02/25/local-ukrainians-mourn-3-years-of-war/) - Lisa Reisman wrote a story for the New Haven Independent on our observance of the third anniversary of the Ukrainian War. Read: "Local Ukrainians Mourn 3 Years of War" here.
- [Fasting Guide](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/02/26/fasting-guide-2/) - The wisdom of the Church is that we fast according to what we are able. Some can follow the Lenten guide well, others due to age or health may not be able to follow the guide --do the best you can do. All can do something. An important note: we do not approach the Fast
- [The scope of faith as we approach Lent](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/02/24/the-scope-of-faith-as-we-approach-lent/) - “Do you wish to honor the body of Christ? Do not ignore him when he is naked. Do not pay him homage in the temple clad in silk, only then to neglect him outside where he is cold and ill-clad. He who said: ‘This is my body’ is the same who said: ‘You saw me
- [Meat-Fare Sunday](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/02/22/meat-fare-sunday/) - This weekend is meat-fare Sunday, one of our preparation for the season of Lent. Fr James Graham, writes: ...today’s reading from his first letter to the Christian community in Corinth, St Paul talks about fasting and freedom. But he doesn’t focus on what we should fast from or on when we should fast. Instead, he
- [Senator Blumenthal addresses congregation](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/02/23/senator-blumenthal-addresses-congregation/) - After the Divine Liturgy Senator Richard Blumenthal addressed the congregation on his work for Ukraine and against V. Putin.
- [Sunday of the Last Judgement](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/02/23/sunday-of-the-last-judgement/) - The sign that Great Lent is fast approaching is the proclamation of the Gospel pericope of the Last Judgement found in Matthew 25. Today is known as the Sunday of the Last Judgement or Meat-fare Sunday. The latter name is taken from St Paul's Letter to the Corinthians where we hear that the eating of
- [Patriarch gives a retort to Pres. Trump](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/02/23/patriarch-gives-a-retort-to-pres-trump/) - Watch this informative interview with His Beatitude, the Primate of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church Sviatoslav Shevchuk, about the situation in Ukraine: https://youtu.be/QP8VeAt2x4M?si=-Vnr_3z4hp3xsx9P
- [The parish in tonight's news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/02/23/the-parish-in-tonights-news/) - The local channel 8 (ABC News) carried today's Divine Liturgy and comments by Carl Harvey and Myron Melnick. Watch the brief coverage here.
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/02/22/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-259/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 2/23, Sunday of the Meat Fare 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish —Prayer Service for victims of war in Ukraine Epistle: 1 Corinthians 8:8-9:2 Gospel: Luke 25:31-46, Tone 7 Monday, 2/24, the Commemoration of the First and Second Finding of the Head of St John the Baptist 9:00
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/02/22/parish-news-13/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Anna Matus for God’s blessing and health of family. Dear parishioners and guests, after each Divine Liturgy, a social hour with coffee and hard rolls and assorted snacks are available in the church hall. Please feel free to join us. A Prayer Service will
- [War Dog: A Ukrainian War Documentary](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/02/22/war-dog-a-ukrainian-war-documentary/) - Saturday, March 15th 2pm at the Willoughby Wallace Library, 146 Thimble Island Road, Branford, CT. Friday, March 21st 7pm at the Ukrainian Heritage Center​, 5 Commerce Drive, Cromwell, CT. Saturday, April 5th 1pm at the James Blackstone Librar​, 758 Main Street, Branford, CT​. Hope that you will be able to attend one of these sessions.
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/02/16/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-258/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 2/16, Sunday of the Prodigal Son 9:00 a.m. Special Intention 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20 Gospel: Luke 15:11-32, Tone 6 Monday, 2/17, Holy Great Martyr Theodore 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday, 2/18, Holy Leo the Great 9:00 a.m.
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/02/16/parish-news-12/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Chris Komondy for all people in Ukraine. Dear parishioners and guests, after each Divine Liturgy, a social hour with coffee and hard rolls and assorted snacks are available in the church hall. Please feel free to join us. A Prayer Service will be held
- [Divine Liturgy for February 23](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/02/17/divine-liturgy-for-february-23/) - In observance of the 3rd Anniversary of the Russian Invasion we will have one (1) Divine Liturgy in English and Ukrainian on Sunday, February 23 at 10:30 a.m.
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/01/26/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-257/) - Christ is born! Sunday, 1/26, 36th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health for Fr. Stepan Yanovski 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Timothy 1:15-17 Gospel: Luke 18:35-43, Tone 3 Monday, 1/27, Our Venerable Father Euthymius the Great 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy scheduled Tuesday,
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/01/26/parish-news-11/) - Christ is born! This week vigil light is offered by Mary Ann Mikosky in memory of Esther and Nicholas Mikosky. If you would like to bless your house please fill the form that are in the vestibule or call the rectory office 203-865-0388. SOROKOUSTY/All Souls Saturdays will soon begin. Please take a book found at
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/01/19/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-256/) - Christ is born! Sunday, 1/19, 35th Sunday after Pentecost 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Colossians 3:12-16 Gospel: Luke 18:18-27, Tone 2 Monday, 1/20, Our Venerable Father Euthymius the Great 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health for Fr. Stepan Yanovski Tuesday, 1/21, Our Venerable Maximus the Confessor 9:00 a.m. +Osyp Danko (Pan.)
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/01/19/parish-news-10/) - Christ is born! This week vigil light is offered by Volodymyr Dumalsky in memory of Hanna Dumalska. If you would like to bless your house please fill the form that are in the vestibule or call the rectory office 203-865-0388. SOROKOUSTY/All Souls Saturdays will soon begin. Please take a book found at the entrance of
- [Hearts at song](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/01/19/hearts-at-song/) - The video of parish choir singing Christmas songs
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/01/11/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-255/) - Christ is born! Sunday, 1/12, Sunday after Theophany 9:00 a.m. Special Intention 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Ephesians 4:7-13 Gospel: Matthew 4:12-17, Tone 1 Monday, 1/13, Holy Martyrs Hermylus and Stratonicus 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday, 1/14, Our Fathers Massacred in Sinai 9:00 a.m. No particular
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/01/11/parish-news-9/) - Christ is born! This week vigil light is offered by Mary Ann Mikockis Komondy for God’s blessings for all people in Ukraine. Blessings of Homes is happening right now. If you would like to bless your house please fill the form that are in the vestibule or call the rectory office 203-865-0388. A container is
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/01/05/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-254/) - Christ is born! Sunday, 1/5, Sunday before Theophany -Great Sanctification of Water -Anointing* Myrovann 10:00 a.m. Great Compline (the God with Us service) 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 2 Timothy 4:5-8 Gospel: Mark 1:1-8, Tone 8 Monday, 1/6, Theophany of the Lord 10:00 a.m. +Paul Paluha requested by Jaroslaw Paluha 7:00
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2025/01/05/parish-news-8/) - Christ is born! This week vigil light is offered by Chris Komondy for God`s blessings for all people in Ukraine. Blessings of Homes is happening right now. If you would like to bless your house please fill the form that are in the vestibule or call the rectory office 203-865-0388. CHRISTMAS CAROLING: This Year the
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/12/30/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-253/) - Christ is born! Sunday, 12/29, Sunday after Nativity 9:00 a.m. +Joanna Oleschuk requested by Luba Dubno 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Galatians 1:11-19 Gospel: Matthew2:13-23, Tone 7 Monday, 12/30, Holy Martyr Anysia and Venerable Zoticus 9:00 a.m. +Theodore and Maris Kuchnij requested by Jaroslaw Paluha Tuesday, 12/31, Venerable Melania the Roman
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/12/30/parish-news-7/) - Christ is born! This week vigil light is offered by Barbara and Patrick Bagley in memory of Michael Lipcan, Sr. Dear parishioners and guests, after each Divine Liturgy, a social hour with coffee and hard rolls and assorted snacks are available in the church hall. Please feel free to join us. Our parish will be
- [Synaxis of the Virgin](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/12/26/synaxis-of-the-virgin/) - Today on the liturgical calendar of the Byzantine Church, we have the Synaxis (Gathering) of the Virgin. The day after the Nativity of Christ, December 26, the Byzantine Church celebrates an important holy day. On this day, the Church addresses with praise and thanksgiving hymns to Our Lady, who became the chosen person, who gave
- [Christmas Liturgy 2024](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/12/25/christmas-liturgy-2024/) - A light shall shine upon us this day: for the Lord is born to us: and He shall be called Wonderful, God, the Prince of Peace, the Father of the world to come: of whose reign there shall be no end. The Lord hath reigned, He is clothed with beauty: the Lord is clothed with
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/12/22/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-252/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 12/22, Sunday of the Holy Fathers 9:00 a.m. All deceased of Komondy Family requested by Chris Komondy 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Hebrews 11:9-10; 17-23; 32-40 Gospel: Matthew1:1-25, Tone 6 Monday, 12/23, Ten Holy Martyrs of Crete 9:00 a.m. +Fr. Anthony DeFranzo requested by Joseph and
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/12/22/parish-news-6/) - Christ is in our midst! This week vigil light is offered by Katia and Andrew Bamber for God’s blessing and health for Fr. Stepan Yanovski. WELCOME NEW PARISHIONERS! New parishioners are always welcomed in our parish. If someone wants to register with our parish please contact Father Iura Godenciuc at 203-865-0388 or our financial secretary
- [Study the Nicene Creed](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/12/19/study-the-nicene-creed/) - Studying the Nicene Creed is a great way of knowing and living more deeply our Catholic Faith. Here is a free course of study on the Nicene Creed with Fr. David Anderson and the Institute of Catholic Culture (ICC). The course is offered at no charge. More information.
- [Parish Hall Modernization Project](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/12/10/parish-hall-modernization-project/) - The Parish, under the guidance of Father Iura, has put together a plan of action to bring our hall to modern standards. Being able to rent the hall out for weddings, christening and various social events will help the Parish financially. A fundraising program for the work has begun with the Christmas caroling program which
- [Knights of Columbus Council Coats for Kids Program](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/12/10/knights-of-columbus-council-coats-for-kids-program/) - The Parish’s KofC Council has undertaken the responsibility to obtain winter coats for our children. The first step was to obtain and purchase winter coats for every child in our school. This was completed this past Sunday, December 8th when St. Nicholas gifted a coat to every child. The beautifully organized and choreographed event by
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/12/09/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-251/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 12/15, Sunday of the Forefathers 9:00 a.m. +Joanna Oleschuk requested by Maria Sobko 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Colossians 3:4-11 Gospel: Luke 14:16-24, Tone 5 Monday, 12/16, Holy Prophet Haggai 9:00 a.m. +Joanna Oleschuk requested by Donna and Jerry Lodynsky Tuesday, 12/17, Holy Prophet Daniel and
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/12/09/parish-news-5/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Brandon and Andrue Czabala in memory of Teodor Czabala. The HOLY CROSS visiting the Parish: On December 8th and on December 15th the Holy Cross will be at our parish for veneration by parishioners. The Cross was blessed by St .John Paul II ,
- [Venerating the Cross of Jesus Christ](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/12/08/venerating-the-cross-of-jesus-christ/) - Today, we are venerating the Holy Cross. This particular cross, blessed by Pope Francis, and St John Paul II and Pope Benedict XVI, is going around the world for public veneration. On December 8th and on December 15th the Holy Cross will be at our parish for veneration by parishioners. The pilgrim cross will be
- [St Nicholas at the parish](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/12/08/st-nicholas-at-the-parish/) - Celebrating the great and holy bishop, St Nicholas.
- [Thoughts on the Immaculate Conception](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/12/08/thoughts-on-the-immaculate-conception/) - Some THOUGHTS ON THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION (Sunday, December 8 ) by Sister Doctor Vassa Larin “…And Joseph and His mother marveled at those things which were spoken of Him. Then Simeon blessed them, and said to Mary His mother, ‘Behold, this Child is destined for the fall and rising of many in Israel, and for
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/12/01/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-250/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 12/1, 28th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. +Sophie Waselik requested by Marion Piggott 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Colossians 1:12-18 Gospel: Luke 18:18-27, Tone 3 Monday, 12/2, Holy Prophet Nahum 10:00 a.m. Funeral Divine Liturgy for Joanna Oleschuk Tuesday, 12/3, Holy Prophet Zephaniah 9:00 a.m. No
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/12/01/parish-news-4/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Brandon and Andrue Czabala in memory of Dario Aponte. The HOLY CROSS comes to the parish on December 8th and on December 15th the Holy Cross will be at our parish for veneration by parishioners. The Cross was blessed by St. John Paul II,
- [St Andrew, the first called](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/11/30/st-andrew-the-first-called/) - As the First-Called, Andrew was the first of the Apostles to follow Christ, and he later brought his own brother, the holy Apostle Peter, to Christ (John 1:35-42). "St. Andrew the Apostle was martyred by crucifixion on an X-shaped cross in Patras, near Corinth. The X-shaped cross caused excruciating pain, far greater than the traditional
- [Joannna Oleschuk fell asleep in the Lord](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/11/28/joannna-oleschuk-fell-asleep-in-the-lord/) - With sadness we announce the falling asleep in the Lord of Joannna Oleschuk on November 21, 2024. The funeral rites: The Wake will be held Sunday, December 1, from 4-7pm with a 6pm Panikhida Service at 6pm at Celentano Funeral Home, 424 Elm Street, New Haven. The Funeral Liturgy will be Monday, December 2, at
- [The Ukrainian Relief collection of materials is closed](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/11/21/the-ukrainian-relief-collection-of-materials-is-closed/) - New Haven CT Ukrainian American Humanitarian Aid Fund, Inc. Our Collection Center is now CLOSED. Our final shipment was sent off to Ukraine on November 9, 2024. We will no longer be collecting medical supplies, medical equipment and personal humanitarian aid items to be shipped over to Ukraine. We are, however, continuing to accept monetary
- [Some Thanksgiving Advice from St. Paul](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/11/28/some-thanksgiving-advice-from-st-paul/) - “And let the peace of Christ control your hearts, the peace into which you were also called in one body. And BE THANKFUL. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, as in all wisdom you teach and admonish one another, singing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs WITH GRATITUDE in your hearts to God.
- [St Philip and the Nativity Fast](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/11/16/st-philip-and-the-nativity-fast/) - With today's liturgical commemoration of St Philip according to the Byzantine Catholic Church, the Nativity fast begins, thus preparing us for the feast of the Incarnation. In today's Gospel, Jesus calls Phillip, who immediately follows him. He then brings his friend Nathaniel to Jesus, "We have found the one about whom Moses wrote in the
- [Honor our Veterans](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/11/11/honor-our-veterans/)
- [The Feast of Angels](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/11/08/the-feast-of-angels/) - We celebrate today the angels - the Greek word, “messengers.” They truly bring us a message of good news, announcing to the shepherds in the field, “The angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for behold, I proclaim to you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For today
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/11/03/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-249/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 11/3, 24th Sunday after Pentecost —Anointing 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish and the deceased Members of the St. Michael Society Epistle: Ephesians 2:14-22 Gospel: Luke 8:41-56, Tone 7 Monday, 11/4, Our Venerable Father Joannicus, and Father Hermes 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health for Fr. Stepan Yanovski
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/11/03/parish-announcements-123/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Vasyl Ivantsiv in memory of Dmytro. Following a long-established tradition, Ukrainians in the NY Metropolitan area will commemoration the anniversary of the Great Famine in Ukraine with a solemn ecumenical service on Saturday, November 23rd, at 1:00 PM in the Cathedral of Saint Patrick
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/10/26/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-248/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 10/27, 23rd Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. +Anna Lipcan requested by Barbara and Patrick Bagley 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Ephesians 2:4-10 Gospel: Luke 8:26-39, Tone 6 Monday, 10/28, Holy Martyrs Terence and Neonila 9:00 a.m. God's blessing and health for Loreta requested by Oksana Izbyanska
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/10/26/parish-announcements-122/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Roman Kuc in memory of Bohdan Sowa. On October 27, at the 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy, Sestretsi will have Holy Communion and after Divine Liturgy a short meeting in the church hall. St. Michael’s Day will be celebrated on November 3rd. On this day
- [Holy Apostle James, son of Alphaeus](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/10/09/holy-apostle-james-son-of-alphaeus/) - Today, the Byzantine Church liturgically recalls the memory of Saint James. The Byzantine Church discerns three apostles named James: James the Greater, the son of Zebedee; James, the Brother of the Lord and first bishop of Jerusalem; and James, the son of Alphaeus. We celebrate the feast of the latter today. He is the James
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/10/06/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-247/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 10/6, 20th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 am Special Intention 10:30 am For people of the parish Epistle: Galatians 1:11-19 Gospel: Luke 6:11-36, Tone 3 Monday, 10/7, HolyMartyr Sergius and Bachus 9:00 am +Joseph (14th Anniv. Pan.) requested by Joseph M. Levitzky Tuesday, 10/8, Our Venerable Mother Pelagia 9:00 am No
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/10/06/parish-announcements-121/) - Christ is among us! This week’s vigil light is offered by Setretsi for God’s blessing and health for Fr. Roman Golemba. From Monday, October 7 until Thursday, October 10, rectory office will be close. Fr. Iura will be away for clergy days. St. Michael’s Day will be celebrated on November 3rd. On this day we
- [Postponement of packing Saturday, October 5](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/09/30/postponement-of-packing-saturday-october-5/) - As things would have it, after sending this morning's email about Saturday packing the trailer, we received word that we have to postpone the truck packing. I am sorry for the inconvenience. Carl, Myron and Chris have made the following decision. "After checking the weather forecast for next Saturday and hearing in the news this morning that the
- [Bohdan Sowa fell asleep in the Lord](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/09/26/bohdan-sowa-fell-asleep-in-the-lord/) - We are sad to announce that our friend and parishioner Bohdan Sowa fell asleep in the Lord on August 22, 2024. Dan was an active member of our parish and many other organizations in the Eparchy of Stamford. Dan's funeral rites will be held at St. Michael the Archangel Ukrainian Church (New Haven) on Friday,
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/09/29/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-246/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 9/29, 19th Sunday after Pentecost 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish and Immaculate Conception Society members (90th Anniv.) Epistle: 2 Corinthians 11:31-12:9 Gospel: Luke 6:31-36, Tone 2 Monday, 9/30, HolyMartyr Gregory 9:00 a.m. +Bohdan Sowa requested by Alexandra Altrui Tuesday, 10/1, Feast of the Protection of the Holy
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/09/29/parish-announcements-120/) - Christ is among us! This week’s vigil light is offered by Roman Kuc in memory of Bohdan Sowa. St. Michael’s Day will be celebrated on November 3. On this day we will have only one (1) Divine Liturgy at 10:30 a.m. After the Divine Liturgy, we will have a dinner and short program. All parishioners
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/09/21/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-245/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 9/15, 18th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. +Esperanza Mendoza (15th Anniv.) requested by Paul Zalonski 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11 Gospel: Luke 5:1-11, Tone 1 Monday, 9/23, Conception of John the Baptist 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday, 9/24,
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/09/21/parish-news-3/) - Christ is among us! This week’s vigil light is offered by Maria Czabala in memory of +Teodor Czabala. WELCOME NEW PARISHIONERS! New parishioners are always welcomed in our parish. If someone wants to register with our parish please contact Father Iura Godenciuc at (203) 865-0388 or our financial secretary Natalia Chermak. DEAR PARISHIONERS: If you
- [Parish Bazaar to support Ukrainian Humanitarian Aid](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/09/16/parish-bazaar-to-support-ukrainian-humanitarian-aid/) - The Parish Bazaar to support Ukrainian Humanitarian Aid is set to happen at the church hall, September 27-29, 2024.
- [KOLIBRI Ukrainian School of Dance Registration](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/09/14/kolibri-ukrainian-school-of-dance-registration-2/) - KOLIBRI Ukrainian School of Dance Registration for the 2024-2025 School Year Register your child or grandchild for Ukrainian dance classes for ages 3 and up. Classes are at St. Michael’s Ukrainian Catholic Church at 569 George St in New Haven, CT in the church hall on Friday evenings. Please contact Stephanie Tomaszewsky, Founder and Artistic
- [KOLIBRI Ukrainian School of Dance Registration](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/09/07/kolibri-ukrainian-school-of-dance-registration/) - KOLIBRI Ukrainian School of Dance Registration for the 2024-2025 School Year Register your child or grandchild for Ukrainian dance classes for ages 3 and up. Classes are at St. Michael’s Ukrainian Catholic Church at 569 George St in New Haven, CT in the church hall on Friday evenings. Please contact Stephanie Tomaszewsky, Founder and Artistic
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/09/14/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-244/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 9/15, 17th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 am +Michael Waselik requested by Marion Piggott 10:30 am For the people of the parish Epistle: Galatians 2:16-20 Gospel: Mark 8:34-9:1, Tone 8 Monday, 9/16, Holy Great Woman-Martyr Euphemia 9:00 am No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy scheduled Tuesday, 9/17, Holy Martyr Sophia,
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/09/14/parish-announcements-119/) - WELCOME NEW PARISHIONERS! New parishioners are always welcomed in our parish. If someone wants to register with our parish please contact Father Iura Godenciuc at (203) 865-0388 or our financial secretary Natalia Chermak. DEAR PARISHIONERS: If you would like to have a Confession, Holy Communion or prayer of the sick at your house or nursing
- [Exaltation of the Holy Cross](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/09/14/exaltation-of-the-holy-cross-3/) - Wisdom has built her house, she has set up her seven columns .... she calls from the heights out over the city: “Let whoever is naive turn in here; to any who lack sense I say, Come, eat of my food, and drink of the wine I have mixed! Forsake foolishness that you may live;
- [Getting ready for shipping goods to Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/09/11/getting-ready-for-shipping-goods-to-ukraine/) - The Ukrainian Relief Project in New Haven are preparing for sending goods to Ukraine on October 5. Today, Nadiya, Galyna, Mykola and Vasyl pulled 22 of the pallets off of the truck and stacked them for shipping use.
- [The new year of faith formation begins](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/09/10/the-new-year-of-faith-formation-begins/) - The 2024-2025 Catechetical Year which begins Catechetical Sunday, September 15! The theme for this year's Catechetical Year is: We Are Stewards of God's Creation God enthroned in glory above creation has entrusted humanity - made in His image and likeness - with His gifts of creation, reflecting His wisdom, truth, beauty, and goodness as our
- [Synaxis of Sts. Joachim and Anna](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/09/09/synaxis-of-sts-joachim-and-anna/)
- [Happy 7533 --New Year!](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/08/31/happy-7533-new-year/) - Happy New Year, Byzantium! To the Ukrainian, all the parishioners of St Michael the Archangel Church, New Haven, CT, to the Eparchy of Stamford, and to the World. It's New Year's for Greek Catholic and Orthodox Christians New Calendar! May God bless you abundantly tonight with His love and grace through the prayers of His
- [Ukrainian Doctors Visit Yale](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/08/13/ukrainian-doctors-visit-yale/)
- [Indifference vs Samaritan's Virtues](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/08/12/indifference-vs-samaritans-virtues/) - https://youtu.be/QykaquFZ0VA?si=Y9gJSS6ibDvc3Bvd
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/08/04/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-243/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 8/4, 11th Sunday after Pentecost 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Corinthians 9:2-12 Gospel: Matthew 18:23-35, Tone 2 Monday, 8/5, Holy Martyr Eusignius 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday, 8/6, Transfiguration of Our Lord 9:00 a.m. Special Intention Wednesday, 8/7, Our Venerable
- [Parish Announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/08/04/parish-announcements-118/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Christopher Komondy Fr. Iura is on vacation. In case of emergency call.Fr Paul Luniw (860)92208088 or Fr. Ivan Mazuryk at (203) 367-5054. During vacation time, until September 2nd (Labor Day) we will celebrate only one (1) Divine Liturgy at 10:00 in the English and
- [Dormition Fast](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/08/01/dormition-fast/)
- [St Mary Magdalene, Apostle](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/07/22/st-mary-magdalene-apostle/) - Today, the Church honors the Myrrh-bearer and Equal of the Apostles, Mary Magdalene, a woman of "firsts" and who conveyed hope in a dark world. “O Mary Magdalene, you were the first to witness the divine Resurrection of the First Cause of all good things, who has compassionately deified our nature; and you were the
- [9th Sunday after Pentecost](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/07/21/9th-sunday-after-pentecost/) - 9th Sunday After Pentecost: Jesus walks on water - Mt. 14:22-34 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/matthew/14 Jesus walks on water. What about you?
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/07/21/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-242/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 7/21, 9th Sunday after Pentecost 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Corinthians 3:9-17 Gospel: Matthew 14:22-34, Tone 8 Monday, 7/22, Holy Myrrh-bearer Mary Magdalene 8:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday, 7/23, Holy Martyrs Throphimus and Theophilus 8:00 a.m. No particular intention for
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/07/21/parish-announcements-117/) - Christ is among us! During vacation time from July 7th until September (Labor Day) we will celebrate only one (1) Divine Liturgy at 10:00 in the English and Ukrainian languages. There will be frozen pyrohy (varenyky) for sale in the church hall for as long as supplies last. SESTRETSI—Immaculate Conception Society is having a 90th
- [St Elias (Elijah)](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/07/20/st-elias-elijah/)
- [Lourdes in a Day](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/07/19/lourdes-in-a-day/)
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/07/13/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-241/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 7/14, 8th Sunday after Pentecost 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18 Gospel: Matthew 14:14-22, Tone 7 Monday, 7/15, Holy Prince Volodymyr 8:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday, 7/16, Holy Priest Martyr Athenogenes 8:00 a.m. +Rev. Vladimir Levitzky (48 Anniv., Pan.)
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/07/13/parish-announcements-116/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Fr. Iura and Iuliana Godenciuc in memory of Ivan and Olena Godenciuc. SESTRETSI—Immaculate Conception Society is having a 90th Anniversary Celebration on September 29, from 1:00 PM -4:00 PM at Café Fiore, 420 East Main Street, Branford, CT. Family style dinner, hot antipasta, chicken,
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/07/05/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-240/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 7/7, 7th Sunday after Pentecost 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Romans 15:1-7 Gospel: Matthew 9:27-35, Tone 6 Monday, 7/8, Holy Great Martyr Procopius 8:00 a.m. +Frances Dmyterko (18th Anniv.) requested by Marion Piggott Tuesday, 7/9, Holy Priest Martyr Pancratius 8:00 a.m. No particular intention for the
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/07/05/parish-announcements-115/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Fr. Iura and Iuliana Godenciuc in memory of Maria Gherman. There will be frozen pyrohy (varenyky) for sale in the church hall for as long as supplies last. During vacation time from July 7th until September (Labor Day) we will celebrate only one (1)
- [Helping Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/07/01/helping-ukraine/) - The current request from Fr. Roman as of 6-18-2024 is for money that will enable him to purchase urgently needed medications and surgical masks for medical staff at 2 hospitals in the Lviv region and medical facilities near the battlefields at the frontlines in Eastern Ukraine. The specific items that we can provide are disposable
- [Ss. Cosmas and Damian](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/07/01/ss-cosmas-and-damian/) - On July 1, we celebrate the memory of two holy men that are included in a special category of sanctity in the Byzantine Church: Unmercenary Healers, Ss. Cosmas and Damian. There were man who did a special service for the Christian faithful: they served the physical needs of those afflicted by illnesses, and cared for
- [Eastern Christianity is rich in tradition, blessed in expression](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/06/30/eastern-christianity-is-rich-in-tradition-blessed-in-expression/) - The Catholic Church is a communion of churches having five liturgical families --a diversity riches of Liturgy, spiritual patrimony, particular feasts and fasts, law, and history. Eastern Christianity is a gem to behold and to savor. Read Father Deacon Robert Klesko's article, "Beauty of Eastern Catholic Tradition to Shine at National Eucharistic Congress".
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/06/29/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-239/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 6/30, 6th Sunday after Pentecost —Moleben to Jesus Christ and Myrovann 10:15 a.m. Lytija and Blessing of Bread 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Romans 12:6-14 Gospel: Matthew 9:1-8, Tone 5 Monday, 7/1, The Holy Unmercenaries Cosmas and Damian 8:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/06/29/parish-announcements-114/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Father Iura and Iuliana Godenciuc in memory of Anna Lupsac and Maria Gherman. During vacation time from July 7th until September (Labor Day) we will celebrate only one (1) Divine Liturgy at 10:00 in the English and Ukrainian languages. New parishioners are always welcomed
- [The Holy and Pre-eminent Apostles Peter and Paul](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/06/29/the-holy-and-pre-eminent-apostles-peter-and-paul/) - This day has been consecrated for us by the martyrdom of the blessed apostles Peter and Paul. It is not some obscure martyrs we are talking about. Their sound has gone out into all the earth, and their words to the ends of the world. These martyrs had seen what they proclaimed, they pursued justice
- [Commemoration of Bishop Nykolai Charnecky and Twenty-Seven New Blesseds](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/06/27/commemoration-of-bishop-nykolai-charnecky-and-twenty-seven-new-blesseds/) - Today, June 27 we have the common commemoration of Bishop Nykolai (Nicholas) Charnecky and the Twenty-Seven Other New Blesseds of the Church of Rus`-Ukraine Beatified in 2001 by St. John Paul II, pope. Ukrainian Greek-Catholic Church: Bishop Mykola Charnetskyi Bishop Semeon Lukach Bishop Ivan Sleziuk Bishop Vasyl Velychkovsky Bishop Hryhorii Khomyshyn Bishop Josaphat Kotsylovsky Bishop
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/06/23/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-238/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 6/23, 5th Sunday after Pentecost — Moleben to Jesus Christ 9:00 a.m. +Lajos Komondy requested by Chris Komondy 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish All Fathers of the Parish requested by the Sestretsi Epistle: Romans 10:1-10 Gospel: Matthew 8:28-9:1, Tone 4 Monday, 6/24, Birth of St John the
- [Parish news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/06/23/parish-news-2/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Fr. Iura and Iuliana Godenciuc in memory of Anna and Vasyl Lupsac. During vacation time from July 7th until September 2nd (Labor Day) we will celebrate only one (1) Divine Liturgy from 10:00 a.m. in English and Ukrainian Languages. We have for sale frozen
- [Funding request for the Ukrainian Relief project](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/06/21/funding-request-for-the-ukrainian-relief-project/)
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/06/16/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-237/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 6/16, 4th Sunday after Pentecost — Moleben to Jesus Christ 9:00 a.m. +Emil Wysowskyj requested by Maria Wysowskyj 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish and for All Fathers of the Parish requested by Sestretsi Epistle: Romans 6:18-23 Gospel: Matthew 9:5-13, Tone 3 Monday, 6/17, Holy Martyrs Manuel, Sabel
- [Parish News](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/06/16/parish-news/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Fr. Iura and Iuliana Godenciuc in memory of Olena and Ivan Godenciuc. During vacation time from June 30th until September 2nd (Labor Day) we will celebrate only one (1) Divine Liturgy at 10:30 in the English and Ukrainian Languages. Dear parishioners and guests, after
- [Dormition Pilgrimage 2024](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/06/13/dormition-pilgrimage-2024/) - August 9 to 11, 2024
- [20 Days in Mariupol](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/05/29/20-days-in-mariupol/) - Members of the diplomatic corps accredited to the Holy See attended an exclusive screening of the Oscar-winning film by Mstyslav Chernov, “20 Days in Mariupol” on 29 May 2024. The event was organized by the UK and Ukrainian Embassies to the Holy See. You can read the story here.
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/06/01/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-236/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 6/2, Sunday of Ukrainian Saints — Moleben to Jesus Christ 9:00 a.m. +Rosemary and Michael Waselik requested by Marion Piggott 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Romans 2:10-16 Gospel: Matthew 4:18-23, Tone 1 Monday, 6/3, Holy Martyr Lucillian and companions 9:00 a.m. All the deceased of Bodnar
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/06/01/parish-announcements-113/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Maria Wysowkyj for peace. The Rectory office will be closed from Monday, June 3rd, until Friday, June 7th. Fr. Iura Godenciuc will be away for Clergy Days. Sestretsi will be having Holy Communion at the 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy TODAY, Sunday, June 2, and
- [Memorial Day 2024](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/05/27/memorial-day-2024/) - Today our nation honors our brothers and sisters who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. Take a moment to remember in prayer that freedom isn’t free and that we owe everything to these heroes. While Memorial Day may be a day off from work for some, but for many others it is a solemn
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/05/26/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-235/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 5/26, Sunday of All Saints — Moleben to the Mother of God 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health for Stefania Sadiwsky 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Hebrews 11:32-21:2a Gospel: Matthew10:32-33, 37-38, 19:27-30, Tone 8 Monday, 5/27, Holy Hieromartyr Terapontus 9:00 a.m. +Evhenia Dobczansky (Pan.) requested by
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/05/26/parish-announcements-112/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Chris Komondy in memory of Fr. Diego Borgatello. WELCOME NEW PARISHIONERS! New parishioners are always welcomed in our parish. If someone wants to register with our parish please contact Father Iura Godenciuc at (203) 865-0388 or our financial secretary Natalia Chermak. PARISH COFFEE HOUR:
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/04/07/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-230/) - Christ is risen! Sunday, 4/7, Thomas Sunday 9:00 a.m. For the people of the parish — Distribution of Artos and Anointing 10:30 a.m. +Vladimir Kindrat requested by Anna Smigelski — Distribution of Artos and Anointing Epistle: Acts 5:12-20 Gospel: John 20:19-31, Tone 1 Monday, 4/8, Holy Apostle Herodion and other apostles 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/04/07/parish-announcements-107/) - This week vigil light is offered by Chris Komondy in memory of Maria Heinrich. If you would like to have a Confession, Holy Communion or prayer of the sick at your house or nursing home, please call the rectory at 203-865-0388. The traditional Easter parish dinner — “SVIACHENE” —- will be held on Sunday, April
- [All Souls](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/05/18/all-souls/) - There are 5 All Soul's Saturdays. 2, 3, and 4 were on Saturdays during the Great Fast on days that had no other commemoration (e.g. the Miracle of Theodore and Akathistos). This is due to the liturgical law that fasting periods are more conservative and retain ancient customs. Saturday, the day our Lord was in
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/05/18/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-234/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 5/19, Pentecost Sunday —Moleben to the Mother of God and Myrovann (anointing) 8:45 a.m. Lytija and blessing of Bread 9:00 a.m. +Edward Corfin requested by Chris Komondy 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Acts 2:1-11 Gospel: John 7:37-52; 8:12, Tone 7 Monday, 5/20, Monday of the Holy
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/05/18/parish-announcements-111/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! This week vigil light is offered by Chris Komondy in memory of Fr. Diego Borgatello. WELCOME NEW PARISHIONERS! New parishioners are always welcomed in our parish. If someone wants to register with our parish please contact Father Iura Godenciuc at (203) 865-0388 or our financial secretary Natalia Chermak. PARISH COFFEE HOUR:
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/04/28/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-233/) - Christ is risen! Sunday, 4/28, Sunday of the Samaritan Women 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health for Margaret Maybury requested by the Sestretsi 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Acts 11:19-26, 29-30 Gospel: John 4:5-42, Tone 4 Monday, 4/29, Nine Holy Martyrs of Cyzicus 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/04/28/parish-announcements-110/) - Christ is risen! This week vigil light is offered by Chris Komondy in memory of all deceased people of Ukraine. On May 12, we will celebrate only one Divine Liturgy at 10:30 a.m. in the English and Ukrainian languages and after the Divine Liturgy the Knights of Columbus members and men from our Parish invites
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/04/20/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-232/) - Divine Liturgy for the coming week Christ is risen! Sunday, 4/21, Sunday of the Paralytic 9:00 a.m. +Fr. Diego Borgatello requested by Chris Komondy 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Acts 9:32-42 Gospel: John 5:1-15, Tone 3 Monday, 4/22, Our Venerable Father Theodore of Syceum 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/04/20/parish-announcements-109/) - Christ is risen! This week vigil light is offered by Oleschuk family in memory of Roman Oleschuk. Dear parishioners and guests, after each Divine Liturgy, a social hour with coffee and hard rolls and assorted snacks are available in the church hall. Please feel free to join us. A container is in our church vestibule
- [Sunday of the myrrh-bearers](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/04/14/sunday-of-the-myrrh-bearers/) - Two weeks ago we celebrated Pascha, the holy resurrection from the dead of our Lord and Savior Jesus. Why do the myrrh-bearers factor into our theological formation? Recall that Jesus encounters myrrh twice: at the beginning and the end of his life. The gifts of the Wise Men were of gold, frankincense and myrrh. Myrrh
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/04/13/parish-announcements-108/) - This week vigil light is offered by Oleschuk family in memory of Roman Oleschuk. No April pryohy making. See schedule for future pyrohy orders here. If you would like to have a Confession, Holy Communion or prayer of the sick at your house or nursing home, please call the rectory at 203-865-0388. Today is our
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/04/13/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-231/) - Sunday, 4/14, Sunday of the Myrrhbearing Women 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Acts 6:1-7 Gospel: Mark 15:43-16:8, Tone 2 Monday, 4/15, Holy Apostles Aristarchus and Pudens 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health for Bohdan Sowa requested by the Sestretsi Tuesday, 4/16, Holy Martyrs Agapia, Irene and Chionia 9:00 a.m. No particular
- [Thomas Sunday](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/04/07/thomas-sunday-4/) - Today is the eighth day of the celebration of the eighth day. Pascha! The Resurrection of our Lord! The Feast of Feasts! Today we hear the Gospel reading of the Apostle Thomas coming to the Risen Lord and realizes in truth who Jesus is: the Messiah. Today also marks the institution of the Lord of
- [Iconography workshop](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/04/05/iconography-workshop/)
- [Proclamation of the Gospel, Easter 2024](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/03/31/proclamation-of-the-gospel-easter-2024/) - Happy Easter! Christ is risen!
- [Annunciation to Mary](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/03/24/annunciation-to-mary-2/) - Join us for the Divine Liturgy on Monday, March 25th at 9:00 am to celebrate this Mystery of the Incarnation --the feast of the Annunciation to Mary.
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/03/31/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-229/) - Christ is risen! Christos voskres! Sunday, 3/31, Resurrection of Lord Jesus Christ 9:15 a.m. Procession and Paschal Matins 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Blessing of Artos and Anointing*Myrovann Blessing of Easter Foods Epistle: Acts 1:1-8 Gospel: John 1:1-17 Monday, 4/1, Bright Monday 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Tuesday, 4/2,
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/03/31/parish-announcements-106/) - Christ is risen! This week vigil light is offered by Chris Komondy in memory of Hemut Heinrich. If you would like to have a Confession, Holy Communion or prayer of the sick at your house or nursing home, please call the rectory at 203-865-0388. The traditional Easter parish dinner — “SVIACHENE” —- will be held
- [Holy Week Schedule 2024](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/03/26/holy-week-schedule-2024/) - Our Holy Week schedule. Holy Thursday, March 28 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy 7:00 p.m. Matins and the Proclamation of the Passion Gospels Good Friday, March 29 4:00 p.m. Vespers and Veneration of the Holy Shroud Holy Saturday, March 30 8:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy 4:00 p.m. Blessing of Easter Foods 6:00 p.m. Blessing of Easter Foods
- [Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday schedule 2024](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/03/30/holy-saturday-and-easter-sunday-schedule-2024/) - Holy Saturday, March 30 8:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy 4:00 p.m. Blessing of Easter Foods 6:00 p.m. Blessing of Easter Foods The church is open for private prayer before the Tomb of Christ. Easter Sunday, March 31, Resurrection of Our Lord Jesus Christ 9:15 a.m. Procession and Paschal Matins 10:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy (bi-lingual): Liturgy for
- [Interview with Father Paul Luniw](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/03/18/interview-with-father-paul-luniw/) - Father Paul Luniw, a parish priest at St Michael's Ukrainian Church in Terryville, CT, is a master at making the famous Ukrainian Easter eggs. Here is a recent interview with Father Paul.
- [Teodor Czabala falls asleep in the Lord](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/03/11/teodor-czabala-falls-asleep-in-the-lord/) - We mourn the loss of our beloved and dear friend and co-worker in the Lord's vineyard, Teodor Czabala. Pan Czabala made his transitus to the Lord on March 9, 2024. He was 92. The details of Teodor’s funeral rites are found in his obituary linked here. The wake will be at Celentano Funeral Home, 424
- [Patriarch Sviatoslav in DC](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/03/06/patriarch-sviatoslav-in-dc/) - The chapter of the UGCC with the Permanent Synod and the bishops of the Philadelphia Metropolis held a number of meetings at the Conference of Catholic Bishops of the United States and the Congress. Photo by : o. Taras Zheplinsky
- [Patriarch in the USA](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/03/04/patriarch-in-the-usa/) - Patriarch Sviatoslav is in the USA with the bishops of the Permanent Synod this week.
- [Second Anniversary Memorial Service](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/02/23/second-anniversary-memorial-service/) - Second Anniversary Memorial Service of Russia's War in Ukraine is scheduled for Saturday, February 24 at 11 am, St. Michael's Ukrainian Catholic Church. Everyone is invited to attend.
- [Benefit Concert](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/02/07/benefit-concert-2/) - On Saturday, February 24th, The New Haven Symphony Orchestra is partnering with Doctors United for Ukraine (DU4U) to perform a benefit concert / fundraiser for Ukraine. DU4U is a non-profit organization of Yale doctors who provide targeted medical aid directly to hospitals in Ukraine. The candlelight concert will be performed at St. Mary's Catholic Church,
- [God With Us January news](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/01/09/god-with-us-january-news/) - GOD WITH US January Newsletter with the Spring webinars and the Dwelling Place!
- [Feast of Holy Theophany, January 6](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2024/01/04/feast-of-holy-theophany-january-6/) - The Divine Liturgy will be served on Saturday, January 6 at 10:00 a.m. for the feast of Holy Theophany. The Great Sanctification of Water will also happen. Join us for prayer and the Great Blessing of water.
- [Merry Christmas](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/12/25/merry-christmas/)
- [Christmas Services 2023](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/12/25/christmas-services-2023/) - Christmas Services on Monday, December 25 Great Compline at 9:45 am Divine Liturgy at 10:30 (bi-lingual) Merry Christmas!
- [Christian, remember your dignity --Merry Christmas](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/12/25/christian-remember-your-dignity-merry-christmas/) - From a sermon of Saint Leo the Great, pope Christian, remember your dignity Dearly beloved, today our Saviour is born; let us rejoice. Sadness should have no place on the birthday of life. The fear of death has been swallowed up; life brings us joy with the promise of eternal happiness. No one is shut
- [Merry and Blessed Christmas](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/12/24/merry-and-blessed-christmas/) - Three kings bring Christ gifts. Christ is born. Glorify him!
- [Saint Philip’s Fast Pastoral of the Ukrainian Catholic Hierarchy in the US 2023](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/11/16/saint-philips-fast-pastoral-of-the-ukrainian-catholic-hierarchy-in-the-us-2023/) - "Behold, I am about to do something new!vNow it already springs forth; do you not see it? (Is. 43:19) Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, We are commencing the Fast of St. Philip, embarking on a journey that culminates in the contemplation of an indescribable mystery – God's condescension to humanity. It is at the
- [The Patriarch in Rome](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/11/12/the-patriarch-in-rome/) - The Divine Liturgy served by Patriarch Sviatoslav, the Head of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, the Major Archbishop of Kyiv-Galicia, here at the Basilica of St. Peter in Rome.
- [St Josaphat](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/11/12/st-josaphat-3/) - Exactly 400 years ago, November 12, 1623, in Vitebs свяku martyr death accepted Saint Josaphat, Archbishop of Polots бkij - Apostle of Unity. The relics of our Ukrainian saint, honored by the entire Catholic Church, rest today in the side throne of Saint Basil in Saint Peter's Basilica. Saint Josaphat, pray to God for us!
- [Resources for your faith development](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/09/27/resources-for-your-faith-development/)
- [Adult Faith Formation with St Paul](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/09/27/adult-faith-formation-with-st-paul/) - All are welcome.
- [Online giving for the Ukrainian Relief Project](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/09/27/online-giving-for-the-ukrainian-relief-project/) - We are not taking donations for the very immediate future as we are organizing ourselves to get a shipment off to Ukraine. We do need your help! We could use financial help to get the shipment to Ukraine. Online giving is located here.
- [Feast of St John the Theologian, Apostle and Evangelist](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/09/26/feast-of-st-john-the-theologian-apostle-and-evangelist/) - Feast of St John the Theologian, Apostle and Evangelist Stikhiron at Vespers Divinely inspired instrument for the songs of heaven, whose secrets he wrote down for us, singing wonderfully the song of songs, with words from his mouth as music from a lyre, he prays for us to be saved.
- [Oktoberfest 2023](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/09/25/oktoberfest-2023/) - We are having an Oktoberfest at the parish on Sunday, October 8, 12 to 3pm. Tickets are $20.00 for adults and children are free. The Parish Sestretsi (the Ladies' group) are hosting this beautiful gathering to share friendship and to raise funds for the Ukrainian Humanitarian Relief efforts located at the parish. Call or text
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/09/24/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-228/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 9/24, 17th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. +Michael Dzubaty requested by Stefan Dzubaty 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 2 Corinthians 6:16-7:1 Gospel: Luke 5:1-11, Tone 8 Monday, 9/25, Our Venerable Mother Euphrosina 9:00 a.m. +Maria Sowa (10th Anniv. Pan.) requested by Bohdan Sowa Tuesday, 9/26, St.
- [Parish Announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/09/24/parish-announcements-105/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Nadia Ivantsiv for health of Vasyl St. Michael’s Day will be celebrated on November 5th. On this day we will have only one (1) Divine Liturgy at 10:30 AM. After the Divine Liturgy, we will have a dinner and short program. All parishioners are
- [Catechetical Sunday 2023](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/09/05/catechetical-sunday-2023/)
- [Saint Moses, the great and holy prophet](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/09/04/saint-moses-the-great-and-holy-prophet/) - Today we liturgically recall the Holy Great Prophet Moses, revered as a saint in the Catholic Church. His commemoration is mostly recalled by Eastern Christianity though he is list among the holy people in the Latin Church. Moses died sixteenth centuries before Jesus Christ, having lived for some 120 years. The Troparion for Saint Moses
- [A new liturgical year begins today, a new year of grace](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/09/01/a-new-liturgical-year-begins-today-a-new-year-of-grace/) - “The beginning of the New Ecclesiastical Year urges us to sanctify the time of our earthly life as a time of salvation.” - Patriarch Daniel September 1st is known as the first day of the New Liturgical Year for those who follow the Byzantine Church. It's an observance we had since the 4th century. Here
- [St Irenaeus of Lyons](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/08/23/st-irenaeus-of-lyons/)
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/08/19/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-227/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 8/20, 12th Sunday after Pentecost 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 Gospel: Matthew 19:16-26, Tone 3 Monday, 8/21/23 Holy Apostle Thaddeus, Martyr Bassa 9:00 a.m. +Stefan Pospolita (Pan.) requested by Daria Jakubowski Tuesday, 8/22, Holy Martyr Agathonicus 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing for Daria, Vera,
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/08/19/parish-announcements-104/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Vasyl Ivantsiv in memory of Dmytro. We will be making Pyrohy (varenyky) for Ukrainian Festival on September 9, and for regular orders on September 16. We need your help on Fridays to peel potatoes and Saturdays to make pierogis. Please come and help. STAMFORD
- [Our solemn feast of the Dormition](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/08/15/our-solemn-feast-of-the-dormition/) - We celebrate the Dormition of the Virgin as the transitus of Mary, the Holy Theotokos from death to Life. Mary who willingly gave her human nature to God, now receives the perfection of eternal life. In beholding her, we can see our own future. With the Church we pray Troparion (Tone 1): "In giving birth
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/08/13/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-226/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 8/13, 11th Sunday after Pentecost 8:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Corinthians 9:2-12 Gospel: Matthew 18:23-35, Tone 2 Monday, 8/14, Translation of the Relics of Theodosius 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy scheduled Tuesday, 8/15, Dormition of the Mother of God — Blessing
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/08/13/parish-announcements-103/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Vasyl Ivantsiv in memory of Dmytro. Catherine Berezowski fell asleep in the Lord last week. Please remember her in your prayers. ETERNAL MEMORY! Dear parishioners and guests, after the Divine Liturgy, a social hour with coffee and hard rolls and assorted snacks are available
- [The Dormition Fast Guide](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/08/08/the-dormition-fast-guide/) - We all need a guide to help each other to remain faithful to the Tradition of the Church because it is only with the Church that we have salvation. Here is a guide for this summer feast.
- [The Dormition Fast](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/08/01/the-dormition-fast-3/)
- [Kateryna Derenko Berezowskyj fell asleep in the Lord](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/08/08/kateryna-derenko-berezowskyj-fell-asleep-in-the-lord/) - We are sad to announce that Kateryna Berezowskyj met the Lord of Life on Saturday, August 5, 2023. She was 99 years old. Her wake is Friday at the Guilford Funeral Home from 4-7 p.m. with the Panachyda Service at 7 p.m. The funeral Liturgy will be Saturday, August 12 at 10:00 a.m. Kateryna's beautiful
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/08/06/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-225/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 8/6/, 10th Sunday after Pentecost —Transfiguration of the Lord — Blessing of Fruits 10:00 a.m. For the People of the parish Epistle: 2 Peter 1:10-19 Gospel: Matthew 17:1-9, Tone 1 Monday, 8/7, The Venerable Martyr Dometius 9:00 a.m. +Orest Dubno (Pan.) requested by Luba Dubno Tuesday, 8/8, The Confessor Emilian
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/08/06/parish-announcements-102/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Vasyl Ivantsiv in memory of Vasyl. Peter Yukash fell asleep in the Lord. Please remember him in your prayers. Eternal Memory! Dear parishioners and guests, after the Divine Liturgy, a social hour with coffee and hard rolls and assorted snacks are available in the
- [Blessing of Fruit for the Transfiguration feast August 6](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/08/05/blessing-of-fruit-for-the-transfiguration-feast-august-6/) - August 6th is the Feast of the Transfiguration of our Lord. Many churches and monasteries in Byzantine tradition will observe the custom of blessing fruit (grapes, apples, peaches) at end of the 10:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy tomorrow. Just prepare some and bring it in for the blessing. Saint John Chrysostom wrote: “Plowman receives fruit from
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/07/30/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-224/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 7/30, 9th Sunday after Pentecost 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Corinthians 3:9-17 Gospel: Matthew 14:22-34, Tone 8 Monday, 7/31, Our Venerable Father Eudocimus the Righteous 9:00 a.m. +Cathy Kolesnik requested by the Sestretsi Tuesday, 8/01, The 7 Holy Maccabean Martyrs 9:00 a.m. No particular for
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/07/30/parish-announcements-101/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Maria and Teodor Czabala for God’s blessing and health for Donna Czabala. Dear parishioners and guests, after each Divine Liturgy, a social hour with coffee and hard rolls and assorted snacks are available in the church hall. Please feel free to join us. If
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/07/23/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-223/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 7/23, 8th Sunday after Pentecost 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18 Gospel: Matthew 14:14-22, Tone 7 Monday, 7/24, Holy Martyrs Borys and Hlib 9:00 a.m. +Lajos Komondy and Chris Komondy Tuesday, 7/25, Dormition of St Anne, grandmother of Our Lord 8:00 a.m. +Cathy Kolesnik
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/07/23/parish-announcements-100/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Michael Muryn for God’s blessing and health for Mary Muryn. Dear parishioners and guests, after each Divine Liturgy, a social hour with coffee and hard rolls and assorted snacks are available in the church hall. Please feel free to join us. If you would
- [Ukrainian Relief workers](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/07/19/ukrainian-relief-workers/) - Chris Komondy, center in the photo, organized another shipment of goods for the Ukrainian Relief Project with the help of two other members of the KofC.
- [St Elijah (Elias)](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/07/20/st-elijah-elias/)
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/07/16/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-222/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 7/16, 7th Sunday after Pentecost 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Romans 15:1-7 Gospel: Matthew 9:27-35, Tone 6 Monday, 7/17, Holy Great Martyr Martina 9:00 a.m. +Father Vladimir Levitzky (47th Anniv., Pan.) requested by Joseph Levitzky Tuesday, 7/18, Holy Martyrs Hyacinth and Emilian 8:00 a.m. +Cathy Kolesnik
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/07/16/parish-announcements-99/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Michael Muryn for God’s blessing and health for Mary Muryn. Martin Docknevych fell asleep in the Lord. Please remember Martin in yours prayers. Eternal Memory! STAMFORD CHARITIES APPEAL REMINDER: Please don’t forget to donate for Charities Appeal. Please make check payable to the Byzantine
- [Carl's birthday](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/07/17/carls-birthday/) - We wish Carl Harvey a beautiful birthday. Picture of Carl with the Ukrainian Relief volunteers.
- [CT Ukrainian Day Festival 2023](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/07/18/ct-ukrainian-day-festival-2023/)
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/07/09/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-221/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 7/9, 6th Sunday after Pentecost 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Romans 12:6-14 Gospel: Matthew 9:1-8, Tone 5 Monday, 7/10, Our Venerable Anthony of the Caves 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health for Christine Gawron requested by Sestretsi Tuesday, 7/11, Repose of Blessed Olga 9:00 a.m. +Cathy
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/07/09/parish-announcements-98/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Maria and Teodor Czabala for God’s blessing and health for Brandon and Andrue Aponte. From July 2 until September 10 we will celebrate only one (1) Divine Liturgy in both languages at 10:00 a.m. STAMFORD CHARITIES APPEAL REMINDER: Please don't forget to donate for
- [Happy 4th of July](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/07/04/happy-4th-of-july/) - Blessings to all on this Independence Day of the United States of America. Photo credit: Hope and Bruce Marshall, Ukrainian Embassy, Washington, DC, 2023.
- [Summer Divine Liturgy change](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/07/02/summer-divine-liturgy-change/) - We will be having one (1), bilingual Divine Liturgy at 10:00 a.m. from TODAY, July 2 until after Labor Day. Join us in prayer and worship of God.
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/07/02/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-220/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 7/2, 5th Sunday after Pentecost 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Romans 10:1-10 Gospel: Matthew 8:28-9:1, Tone 4 Monday, 7/3, Holy Martyr Hyacinth 9:00 a.m. +Fernando Velez requested by the Rios Family Tuesday, 7/4, Our Father Andrew 9:00 a.m. No particular intentioned scheduled for the Liturgy Wednesday,
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/07/02/parish-announcements-97/) - Christ is risen! This week vigil light is offered by Barbara Schwartz in memory of David Schwartz. From July 2 until September 10 we will celebrate only one (1) Divine Liturgy in both languages at 10:00 a.m. If you would like to have a Confession, Holy Communion or prayer of the sick at your house
- [Jersey Mike’s Fundraiser](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/06/30/jersey-mikes-fundraiser/) - Come support the New Haven CT Ukrainian American Humanitarian Aid Fund while you enjoy a “sub above!” Friday, July 14, 2023, 10 am to 8 pm. Jersey Mike’s Subs in Cheshire, CT Jersey Mike’s will donate 20% to our organization if at the time of purchase you mention our fundraiser! 959 South Main Street, Suite
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/06/25/parish-announcements-96/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Barbara Schwartz in memory of David Schwartz. Sestretsi will have Corporate Communion TODAY, Sunday, June 25, at 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy and a short meeting after the Divine Liturgy. Please try to attend. From July 2 until September 10 we will celebrate only one
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/06/18/parish-announcements-95/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Barbara and Patrick Bagley in memory of Anna and Michael Lipcan. Sestretsi will have Corporate Communion on Sunday, June 24, at 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy and a short meeting after the Divine Liturgy. Please try to attend. From July 2 until September10, we will
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/06/18/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-219/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 6/18, 3rd Sunday after Pentecost —Father’s Day 8:30 a.m. Moleben to the Mother of God for all Fathers of the Parish requested by Sestretsi 9:00 a.m. +Rosemary and Michael Waselik request by Marion Piggott 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish —Moleben to Jesus Christ Epistle: Romans 5:1-10 Gospel:
- [Saints Peter and Paul Fast 2023](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/06/05/saints-peter-and-paul-fast-2023/) - Today, Monday, June 5, we begin the Fast of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul (ending on June 28). As with all major feasts there’s a period of spiritual preparation through the gestures of prayer, fasting and alms giving; all three deepen our conversion and discipleship with the Lord. This Apostles’ Fast can be observed
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/05/28/parish-announcements-94/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Christopher Komondy in memory of Walter Heinrich. VACATION: From May 10 until June 7, Fr. Iura Godenciuc will be on vacation. In case of emergency you can call Fr. Paul Luniw (860) 583-7588, Fr. Hryhorij Lozinsky (201) 985-5015, Fr. Stepan Yanovski (203) 468-0367 or
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/05/28/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-218/) - Christ is risen! Sunday, 5/28, Sunday of Pentecost 9:00 Special Intention 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish —Moleben to the Mother of God Epistle: Acts 2:1-11 Gospel: John 7:37-52; 8:12, Tone 7 Monday, 5/29, Feast of the Holy Trinity 9:00 a.m. Special Intention Tuesday, 5/30, Our Venerable Father Isaac of Dalmatia 9:00 a.m.
- [What is Pentecost?](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/05/28/what-is-pentecost/) - Pentecost is the fiftieth day, “the last and greatest day of the feast.” In the New Testament, this story is told only in the Acts of the Holy Apostles (Acts 2:1-12). On this day, the Holy Spirit came upon the disciples in the form , “as of fire” and they were filled with the Holy
- [Pentecost 2023](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/05/27/pentecost-2023/) - "Christ our God, praised be thee. Whom thou hast made the fishers of all ways and sent down the Holy Spirit. You captured the world through her. Lover of humanity, glory be to thee" (Pentecost troparion). Divine Liturgy is at 9:00 a.m. (in English) and 10:30 a.m. (in Ukrainian). Let us pray these words: "Thou
- [Ascension of the Lord](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/05/18/ascension-of-the-lord-2/) - Hope you have a blessed day! When you had fulfilled the plan of salvation for us and united the earthly with the heavenly, you were taken up in glory, O Christ our God. Never parting from us but remaining constantly, you proclaim to those who love you: I am with you and no one can
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/05/07/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-217/) - Christ is risen! Sunday, 5/07, Sunday of the Samaritan Woman 10:00 a.m. Moleben to the Mother of God 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Acts 11:19-26; 29-30 Gospel: John 4:5-42 Monday, 5/08, Holy Apostle and Evangelist John 9:00 a.m. +Maria Sowa (Pan.) requested by Bohdan Sowa Tuesday, 5/09, Translation of the Relics
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/05/07/parish-announcements-93/) - Christ is risen! This week vigil light is offered by Sokhan family in memory of Yaroslava Kalynec. From May 10, until June 7, Fr. Iura Godenciuc will be on vacation. In case of emergency you can call Fr. Paul Luniw 860-583-7588 or Fr. Hryhorij (Gregory) Lozinsky 201-985-5015 or Fr. Stepan Yanovski 203-468-0367 or Fr. Ivan
- [First Communion celebrated](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/05/07/first-communion-celebrated/) - The following children, will making their First Holy Communion in our church today: EVA FARYNA MATEI KENNARD ANNA YUZIUK MARKIIAN PAVLYSHYN Today our prayer are for the first Holy Communicants who will approach the altar, solemnly receive the sacrament of the Eucharist for the first time. This is a memorable day in the child life
- [Natalie Pawlenko of Ukrainian National Women's League of America visits](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/05/07/natalie-pawlenko-of-ukrainian-national-womens-league-of-america-visits/) - TODAY, Sunday, May 7th, the national president of Ukrainian National Women's League of America, Natalie Pawlenko, will be visiting the New Haven branch #108. We invite all women of Ukrainian descent to come and meet with her after the Divine Liturgy in the church hall. The UNWLA goals of Advocate, Educate, Cultivate, and Care will
- [Sviatoslav celebrates birthday](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/05/04/sviatoslav-celebrates-birthday/) - Happy 53rd Birthday Your Beatitude, Patriarch Sviatoslav. May God grant you many more blessed years! Многая і Благая Літа Блаженніший Святослаaв!
- [Mid-Pentecost](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/05/03/mid-pentecost/) - Mid-Pentecost, however, is more than a mathematical indicator of a passage of time. It is really the revelation and manifestation of the reality that Pascha and Pentecost are truly on feast, “God with us.” Our Lord promised his apostle in the Last Discourse, “I tell you the truth, it is better for you that I
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/04/23/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-216/) - Christ is risen! Sunday, 4/23, Sunday of the Myrrh-bearing Women, Feast of St George 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Acts 6:1-7 Gospel: Mark 15:43-16:8, Tone 2 Monday, 4/24, Holy Martyr Sabbas 9:00 a.m. No particular intention requested Tuesday, 4/25, Holy Apostle and Evangelist Mark 9:00 a.m. +Fr. Diego Borgatello (Pan.) requested
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/04/23/parish-announcements-92/) - Christ is risen! This week vigil light is offered by Katia and Andrew Bamber in memory of Wasylyna and Michael Yukash. FIRST SOLEMN HOLY COMMUNION will be celebrated on Sunday, May 7. There will be one (1) Divine Liturgy at 10:30 a.m. We will have four children receiving. MOTHER’S DAY LUNCHEON will take place on
- [Book Presentation April 22](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/04/20/book-presentation-april-22/)
- [John Burger speaks with Pope](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/04/19/john-burger-speaks-with-pope/) - Today (April 19, 2023) at the General Audience in St. Peter's Square, John Burger presented "At the Foot of the Cross: Lessons from Ukraine" to Pope Francis.
- [Toy Donation Drive](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/04/18/toy-donation-drive/) - Drop off sites for Toy Donation Drive ~St. Michael the Archangel Ukrainian Church Hall, 569 George Street, New Haven Tuesday and Thursdays 5-7pm Sunday from 10 am- 1 pm ~Willoughby Wallace Library, 146 Thimble Island Road, Branford Monday-Thursday 10 am- 8pm Friday-Saturday 10 am-5 pm Sunday 1-4 pm ~St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 59 Main Street,
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/04/08/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-215/) - Christ is risen! Sunday, 4/9, Resurrection of Our Lord Jesus Christ 9:00 a.m. Procession and Paschal Matins 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish —Blessing of Artos, Anointing*Myrovann, Blessing of Easter Foods Epistle: Philippians 1:1-8 Gospel: John 11-17 Monday, 4/10, Bright Monday 9:00 a.m. +Ivan, Olena, Maria, Ivan (Pan.) Tuesday, 4/11, Bright Tuesday 5:00
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/04/16/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-214/) - Christ is risen! Sunday, 4/16, Thomas Sunday and Julian Calendar Easter 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health for Jaroslaw Paluha 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish —Anointing*Myrovann Epistle: Philippians 1:1-8 Gospel: John 1:1-17 Monday, 4/17, Holy Bishops Simeon and Acacius 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health for Simona Zirca and Iura Ciprian Tuesday,
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/04/16/parish-announcements-91/) - Christ is risen! This week vigil light is offered by Katia and Andrew Bamber in memory of Wasylyna and Michael Yukash. The Panakhyda Service at the Gravesites will take place today, Sunday, April 16, at 1:00 pm at St. Lawrence Cemetery. On Saturday we were at All Saints Cemetery. Please call the rectory office for
- [Panel discussion on Ukraine's Reconstruction](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/04/15/panel-discussion-on-ukraines-reconstruction/) - There's an upcoming panel on Ukraine's Reconstruction, which is of high interest to the local Ukrainian community. The event will explore the challenges that Ukraine will encounter in its reconstruction and what role the US and EU should play. The event will feature a discussion moderated by the Jackson School's Marnix Amand with Ambassador John
- [Holy Week 2023](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/04/01/holy-week-2023/)
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/04/01/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-213/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 4/2, Palm Sunday —Blessing of Pussywillows, Lytija and Blessing of Bread–Anointing-Myrovann—Mission Sunday with Father Al Forlano 9:00 a.m. +Hugo Annard requested by Chris Komondy 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Philippians 4:4-9 Gospel: John 12:1-18, Tone 2 Monday, 4/3, Our Venerable Nicetas 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/04/01/parish-announcements-90/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Alexis Hickerson for God’s blessing and health for Pyrohy Workers. Catherine Kolesnik has fallen asleep in the Lord. Please remember her in your prayers. Catherine’s funeral liturgy will be served on Tuesday. Eternal Memory! Special thanks to Rudolph Brezicki for donating the beautiful pussywillows
- [Easter Bazaar @ the Parish this Sunday](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/03/30/easter-bazaar-the-parish-this-sunday/)
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/03/25/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-212/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 3/26, Fifth Sunday of Lent —Synaxis of Angel Gabriel 9:00 a.m. +Michael Lipcan Sr. requested by Barbara and Patrick Bagley 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Hebrews 9:11-14 Gospel: Mark 10:32-45, Tone 1 Monday, 3/27, Holy Martyr Matrona of Theasalonica 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health for
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/03/25/parish-announcements-89/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Halia Lodynsky and family in memory of Valentina Kulish Jurczak. The Panakhyda Service at the Gravesites will take place on Saturday, April 15, at 11:00 am at All Saints Cemetery and Sunday, April 16, at 1:00 p.m. at St. Lawrence Cemetery. Please call the
- [Eastern Catholic Bishops Gather in St. Louis](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/03/25/eastern-catholic-bishops-gather-in-st-louis/) - Most of the Eastern Catholic Bishops of the United States gathered in St. Louis, Missouri, March 22-23 to discuss issues of common concern including catechesis, evangelization efforts, and temporal issues. Participants included Ukrainian Catholic, Byzantine, Maronite, Melkite, Syro-Malabar, and Chaldean bishops. Archbishop Borys Gudziak made a presentation to the bishops on the situation in Ukraine
- [Annunciation of the Mother of God 2023](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/03/24/annunciation-of-the-mother-of-god-2023/) - On Saturday, March 25, the feast of the Annunciation of the Mother of God --the beginning of our salvation the Divine Liturgy will be offered: ~9:45 a.m. Lytija and Blessing of Bread ~10:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy offered for the people of God ~the Anointing-Myrovann will happen at the end of the Liturgy
- [Volunteer session Saturday, March 25th, cancelled](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/03/24/volunteer-session-saturday-march-25th-cancelled/) - The scheduled volunteer session on Saturday, March 25th, has been cancelled. A shipment was sent off today. Tomorrow, there is a bi-lingual Divine Liturgy at the Church at 9:00 a.m. for the feast of the Annunciation of Mary, the Mother of God. TUESDAY, MARCH 28th (5-7pm) has been added to the schedule. Hope that you
- [Ukrainian Pysanka Demonstration and Workshop](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/03/24/ukrainian-pysanka-demonstration-and-workshop/) - UKRAINIAN PYSANKA DEMONSTRATION AND WORKSHOP SUNDAY, MARCH 26, 2023, 1:00pm - 3:30PM ST. MICHAEL'S UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC CHURCH HALL 563 GEORGE STREET, NEW HAVEN, CT. COME LEARN ABOUT THE BEAUTIFUL UKRAINIAN EASTER EGG --THE PYSANKA -- IT'S HISTORY, TRADITIONS, SYMBOLS -- AND MAKE A CHERISHED PYSANKA IN THE WAX-RESIST TECHNIQUE UTILIZING THE KISTKA, BEES WAX AND DYES. DEMONSTRATION
- [Ukraine benefit](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/03/20/ukraine-benefit/)
- [Santiago: The Camino Within](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/03/21/santiago-the-camino-within/) - There are several good films and documentaries on the Camino to Santiago de Compostela in Spain. If you don't know about the Camino, this film will offer you a perfect way to learn about its place within our rich Catholic culture. The new film, “Santiago: The Camino Within” is the best film on the Camino
- [Collection and Volunteer Schedule for March 21-25th](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/03/20/collection-and-volunteer-schedule-for-march-21-25th/) - We are in great need of white tube socks and dried soups. We will be meeting this week for the collection of donations and for volunteering on the following dates: Tuesday, March 21st, 5-7 pm Thursday, March 23rd, 5-8pm Saturday, March 25th, 8-11 am Secondary to a confirmed date to fill the 3 cars this
- [Th Incarnation and the cross](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/03/19/th-incarnation-and-the-cross/) - This online lecture, “The Incarnation and the Cross: Understanding Christ’s Redemptive Act,” is recommended for your adult formation in the faith. The online lecture is free but you have to register. For information and to register, visit this link.
- [Toys for Children in Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/03/19/toys-for-children-in-ukraine/)
- [Ukrainian Spring Concert](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/03/19/ukrainian-spring-concert/)
- [St John of the Ladder, the 4th Sunday of Great Lent](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/03/19/st-john-of-the-ladder-the-4th-sunday-of-great-lent/) - Today, we observe the the Fourth Sunday of Great Lent and our Byzantine Catholic Church commemorates our Father among the saints, John Climacus of the 7th century. He is also called St. John of the Ladder. In addition to the commemoration made today his other feast day is March 30. As you know, he is
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/03/19/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-211/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 3/19, Fourth Sunday of Lent —Parish Mission TODAY 9:00 a.m. +Gregory Levitzky (68th Anniv.) requested by Joseph Levitzky 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish and for +Roman Lutsiuk —Panachyda Epistle: Hebrews 6:13-20 Gospel: Mark 9:17-31, Tone 8 Monday, 3/20, Ven. Martyrs of the Mon. of Sabbas 9:00 a.m.
- [CT March for Life 2023](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/03/18/ct-march-for-life-2023/) - Getting ready for CT March for Life this Wednesday, March 22nd at the Capitol and the Bushnell Park in Hartford. The link above has the details.
- [Deacon Daniel Galadza appointed as consultor at the Holy See](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/03/18/deacon-daniel-galadza-appointed-as-consultor-at-the-holy-see/) - Congratulations to Deacon Daniel Galadza! Today, the Holy See made the following announcement regarding the Eastern Churches office: The Holy Father has appointed the following as consultors of the Special Commission for the Liturgy of the Dicastery for the Eastern Churches: the Reverends András Dobos, rector of the Greek-Catholic Seminary of Nyíregyháza, Hungary; Vartan Kirakos
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/03/19/parish-announcements-88/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Halia Lodynsky and family in memory of Valentina Kulish Jurczak. TODAY, Sunday, March 19, Fr. Jonathan Kalisch, O.P. will have a Mission in our Parish. He is going to be in confessional during the Divine Liturgy at 9:00 a.m. at 10:30 a.m. The remaining
- [Third Sunday of the Great Fast --Sunday of the Holy Cross](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/03/12/third-sunday-of-the-great-fast-sunday-of-the-holy-cross/) - On this the Third Sunday of the Great Fast, St. Michael’s faithful honored and venerated the Holy and Life giving Cross of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. At the Divine Liturgy, we venerated the Cross as we arrived at Mid-Lent. Fr. Iura reminded us in homily that we must, as the Lord has authoritatively
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/03/12/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-210/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 3/12, Third Sunday of Lent —Sunday of the Veneration of the Holy Cross 9:00 a.m. +Ivan 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Hebrews 4:14-5:6 Gospel: Mark 8:34-9:1, Tone 7 Monday, 3/13, Translation of the relics of St. Nicephorus and St Ammoria 9:00 a.m. +Halyna Lobay (Pan.) requested
- [Parish Announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/03/12/parish-announcements-87/) - Christ is in our midst! This week vigil light is offered by Halia Lodynsky and family in memory of Valentina Kulish Jurczak. If you would like to have a Confession, Holy Communion or prayer of the sick at your house or nursing home, please call the rectory at 203-865-0388. Sestretsi will have Corporate Communion and
- [The Liturgy of the Presanctified](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/03/10/the-liturgy-of-the-presanctified/) - ‘He who eats My flesh and drinks My blood abides in Me, and I in him.’ - John 6:56 Tonight at 7pm
- [A brief documentary by the Ukrainian Catholic University](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/03/05/a-brief-documentary-by-the-ukrainian-catholic-university/) - Please watch a short documentary made by the Ukrainian Catholic University. https://youtu.be/GSwnwHgbiqA
- [A conversation with Ukrainian women held prisoners](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/03/05/a-conversation-with-ukrainian-women-held-prisoners/) - This past week, the New Haven Register featured information about an upcoming Branford talk featuring two Ukrainian women who had been imprisoned by the Russians. Lyudmila Huseynova and Anna Olsen will share their captivity experiences. Iryna Solomko Bonenberger who is an award-winning Ukrainian journalist, now an American citizen and correspondent for Ukrainian Service of Voice
- [Second Saturday of All Souls](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/03/04/second-saturday-of-all-souls/) - Today is the 2nd All Souls Saturday. The Divine Liturgy will be offered at 9:00 a.m. Remembering our beloved dead at the Divine Liturgy on these All Souls' Saturdays is a supreme act of Love and Justice. At every Divine Liturgy, we saying the profession of the Nicene Creed, "I expect the resurrection of the
- [Darkness to Light](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/02/28/darkness-to-light/) - Doctors United for Ukraine (DU4U) charity organization from Yale has planned a poetry and music event, "Darkness to Light." In collaboration with Marika Kuzma (musician) we are putting an event together on March 11th on Shevchenko’s birthday/death date at 7:30pm at Legacy Theatre in Branford. Marika will put poetry and music together. Some of the
- [Fr. Iura celebrates 65](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/02/26/fr-iura-celebrates-65/) - Today, we celebrated Father Iura's 65th birthday. Actually, his birthday was yesterday. We wish Father Iura abundant blessings and many healthy years. Our prayers and best wishes to him.
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/02/26/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-209/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 2/26, First Sunday of Lent 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health for Eliana 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Hebrew 11:24-26, 32-12:2 Gospel: John 1:43-51, Tone 5 Monday, 2/27, Holy Confessor Procopius 9:00 a.m. +Myroslaw Trojan (Pan.) requested by Nadia Trojan and daughters Tuesday, 2/28, Our Venerable
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/02/26/parish-announcements-86/) - Christ is in our midst! This week vigil light is offered by Halia Lodynsky and family for God’s blessing and heath for Emilia Iwaniw. SOROKOUSTY will be celebrated in All Souls’ Saturdays, March 4, 11,18 and May 27. Please take a book found at the entrance of the church, fill it out, place it in
- [A last minute announcement: Senator Blumenthal to visit](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/02/25/a-last-minute-announcement-senator-blumenthal-to-visit/) - Senator Richard Blumenthal is coming to St Michael’s Church in New Haven tomorrow at the end of the 10:30 Divine Liturgy and will briefly address our community afterwards in the church hall. 569 George Street, New Haven, CT.
- [Update on the humanitarian and soldier relief work](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/02/25/update-on-the-humanitarian-and-soldier-relief-work/) - This is a brief update on the humanitarian and soldier relief work done in the past year since the beginning of the war in Ukraine. The relief work is an initiative of several groups of people: Saint Michael the Archangel Ukrainian Church (New Haven) parishioners, the parish council of the Knights of Columbus, the Ukrainian
- [Panel discussion with Timothy Snyder and Konstantin Usov](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/02/22/panel-discussion-with-timothy-snyder-and-konstantin-usov/) - Professor Timothy Snyder and Deputy Mayor of Kyiv Konstantin Usov will have a discussion moderated by Professor Marci Shore. The panel is hosted by Ukraine House at Yale and sponsored by Jackson School of Global Affairs and the European Studies Council at the MacMillan Center. Timothy Snyder is the Richard C. Levin Professor of History
- [Service of Prayer on the First Anniversary of the Ukrainian War](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/02/21/service-of-prayer-on-the-first-anniversary-of-the-ukrainian-war/) - On Friday, February 24, at 6:00 p.m. we will have a service of prayer (Moleben to the Mother of God and Panachyda) commemorating the Ukrainian War. Our Patriarch, His Beatitude, Sviatoslav declared February 24 as Day of prayer, fasting and almsgiving. It is important we gather in prayer for those who have sacrificed their lives
- [Shipment number 8 goes to Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/02/13/shipment-number-8-goes-to-ukraine/) - Special recognition and thanks to Mykola Blyzniuk and his wife Galynia. Mykola drives the truck on these frenetic shipping days. He sacrifices his entire day as we load the truck, exhibits incredible patience, and then makes the journey to the the shipping site in New Jersey (and returns!) Thank you Mykola! On Saturday, February 11,
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/02/12/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-208/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 2/12, Sunday of the Meat Fare 9:00 a.m. Special Intention 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Corinthians 8:8-9:2 Gospel: Matthew 25:31-46, Tone 3 Monday, 2/13, Our Venerable Martinian 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday, 2/14, Venerable Father Cyril Apostle of the Slavs
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/02/12/parish-announcements-85/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Barbara and Patrick Bagley in memory of Anna Lipcan. Sorokooutsy (All Souls Saturdays) will be celebrated on Saturdays, February 18, March 4, 11, 18 and May 27. Please take a book found at the entrance of the church, fill it out, place it in
- [Victor Markiw gives a piano benefit concert](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/02/10/victor-markiw-gives-a-piano-benefit-concert/)
- [Volunteers needed Feb. 9](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/02/08/volunteers-needed-feb-9/) - The Ukrainian Relief Project New Haven is VERY grateful to those who volunteered last evening! We achieved major progress toward Saturday's goal. There is still work to be done; therefore, we will be meeting tomorrow evening, Thursday, February 9, from 5-7 pm. The targeted time for beginning Saturday's work will be finalized tomorrow.
- [Volunteers needed tonight (Feb. 7)](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/02/07/volunteers-needed-tonight-feb-7/) - We will be meeting tonight (Feb. 7) from 5-7 pm to continue the work of packing and cataloguing the what goes in the boxes. Our challenge will be to check and tag the many pieces of durable medical equipment located both in the church hall and basement in preparation for Saturday's trailer packing event (February
- [Helping Ukraine heal](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/02/04/helping-ukraine-heal/)
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/02/04/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-207/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 2/5, Sunday of the Prodigal Son 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health of John and Mark Buciak and Cathy requested by Cathy Kolesnik 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle 1 Corinthians 6:12-20 Gospel: Luke 15:11-32, Tone 2 Monday, 2/6, Holy Bishop Bucolus 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/02/04/parish-announcements-84/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Maria Czabala for God’s blessing and heath of Andrue and Brandon Aponte. Sorokooutsy (All Souls Saturdays) will be celebrated on Saturdays, February 18, March 4, 11, 18 and May 27. Please take a book found at the entrance of the church, fill it out,
- [Service of Prayer at the One Year Anniversary of the Ukrainian War](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/02/03/service-of-prayer-at-the-one-year-anniversary-of-the-ukrainian-war/) - One Year Anniversary of the Ukrainian War One Year Anniversary of the Ukrainian War: On Friday, February 24, at 6:00 p.m. we will have a service of prayer (the Moleben to the Mother of God and the Panachyda) commemorating the Ukrainian War. Our Patriarch, His Beatitude Sviatoslav declared February 24 as a Day of prayer,
- [The Feast of the Encounter](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/02/01/the-feast-of-the-encounter/) - The Divine Liturgy for the Encounter with the Lord will be served at 9:00 a.m. No, I haven't lost my mind. The Greek name for February 2's feast is “Hypapante,” which means “Meeting.” The feast of the Encounter with the Lord. There was once a seminary student who used to call it “Hippopotamus,” which sorta
- [Lord, Jesus Christ have mercy on me a sinner](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/01/30/lord-jesus-christ-have-mercy-on-me-a-sinner/) - Do you know and use the Jesus Prayer, Lord, Jesus Christ, have mercy on me a sinner?
- [Volunteer help needed](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/01/31/volunteer-help-needed/) - Word has been received that volunteer help is needed on Saturday, February 11, 8am - 1pm to help the final stages of packing up stuff for Ukraine. The truck will be there to load. Any amount of time and good humor you can provide would be greatly appreciated.
- [Welcome!](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2016/09/19/welcome/) - Whether you are visiting us for a brief time, looking for a new parish community, are returning to the practice of your Catholic faith, or are interested in finding out more about the Eastern Catholic Church, we’re happy to have you here. St. Michael's is a faith-filled people of the Ukrainian Catholic tradition. We strive to
- [Humanitarian aid news and list of current needs](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/01/30/humanitarian-aid-news-and-list-of-current-needs/) - Dear Friends, We have formed The New Haven CT Ukrainian American Humanitarian Aid Fund which is a non-profit organization (pending IRS approval). As we have been since the beginning, we are made up of volunteers who receive absolutely no financial benefit. The core of our group stems from leadership at St Michael the Archangel Ukrainian
- [Three Holy Hierarchs](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/01/30/three-holy-hierarchs/) - Happy Feast - Three Holy Hierarchs To settle a dispute in the 12th century over whether Basil the Great, Gregory Nazianzus or John Chrysostom was the preeminent church father, it was decided to show the senselessness of such argument by celebrating all three together. Emperor Alexius Comnenus chose this date.
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/01/29/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-206/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 1/29, Sunday of the Publican and Pharesee 9:00 a.m. Special Intention 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle 2 Timothy 3:10-15 Gospel: Luke 18:10-14, Tone 1 Monday, 1/30, The Three Holy Hierarchs 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and heath for Jaroslaw Paluha Tuesday, 1/31, Cyrus and John, selfless physicians
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/01/29/parish-announcements-83/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Larisa Kerenycna in memory of Hanna Yarmolenko and all the deceased of the Yarmolenko family and Michael Harasymiv and all deceased members of Harasemiv family. Blessings of Homes: If you would like to bless your house please fill the form that are in the
- [Journey through Lent 2023](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/01/28/journey-through-lent-2023/) - Make your Lenten Journey intentional for 2023! Here is a convenient calendar laying out some key things to draw you deeper in our preparation for Holy Pascha!
- [Praying for the Unborn](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/01/22/praying-for-the-unborn/) - The March for Life in Washington DC for 2023 was observed this past Friday giving thanks to God for the gift of human life, to witness to its ultimate importance and inviolability, and to implore the Divine Assistance for the conversion of the hearts of all people. Today is the anniversary of the Supreme Court’s 1973
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/01/22/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-205/) - Christ is Born! Sunday, 1/22, Sunday of Zachaeus 9:00 a.m. +Stuart Maybury (40 days) requested by Paul Zalonski 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle 1 Timothy 4:9-15 Gospel: Luke 19: 1-10, Tone 8 Monday, 1/23, Holy Hieromartyr Clement 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health of John and Mark Buciak and Cathy requested
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/01/22/parish-announcements-82/) - Christ is among us! Blessings of Homes: If you would like to bless your house please fill the form that are in the vestibule or call the rectory office 203-865-0388. If you would like to have a Confession, Holy Communion or prayer of the sick at your house or nursing home, please call the rectory
- [The Sunday of Zacchaeus](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/01/22/the-sunday-of-zacchaeus/) - Though there is no special office for this Sunday, it is commonly seen as the beginning of our preparation for the Feast of our Lord’s Resurrection. Today we must be Zacchaeus. When Jesus came to Jericho, “Now a man there named Zacchaeus, who was a chief tax collector and also a wealthy man, was seeking
- [Generator arrives](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/01/06/generator-arrives/) - Father Roman Manulak tells us today that the 30 kW power generator has arrived! Glory to God. Glory to Ukraine. This generator is going to the children of the Dobromyl Special school. During the war, when the enemy, in the cold winter time, left this establishment, like all Ukraine without electricity, we bought a power
- [Benedict XVI buried](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/01/05/benedict-xvi-buried/) - "The foundation of the world is love." - Pope Benedict XVI The coffin of the late Pope Benedict XVI is placed in its final resting place in the grottos of St. Peter’s Basilica. The cypress coffin is placed inside a zinc coffin which is placed inside an oak coffin and then buried. Eternal memory.
- [Coats arrived in Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/01/04/coats-arrived-in-ukraine/) - Yesterday, January 3rd, the container we packed with boxes of winter coats for kids, clothes and medical supplies on November 12, 2022 finally arrived to our people in Ukraine. Father Roman (our point person in Ukraine) AND his team have unpacked and distributed the donations. Thank you for all your help!
- [Preparation for Theophany](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/01/03/preparation-for-theophany/) - Eve of Theophany on January 5th In preparation for the Feast of the Theophany of Our Lord, the Eve of the Feast, which is Thursday, January 5th, is a day of fasting/strict abstinence for all Byzantine Catholics. All feasts have a period of time of preparation which calls us to prayer with fasting and/abstinence. Great
- [Circumcision of the Lord and St Basil the Great](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/01/01/circumcision-of-the-lord-and-st-basil-the-great/) - Today on the Byzantine calendar, the Church commemorates both the Circumcision of the Lord and our father among the saints Basil the Great, Archbishop of Caesarea in Cappadocia. Our Lord was circumcised on the eighth day after His Nativity in accordance with Jewish law as a sign of God's covenant with Abraham and his descendants.
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/01/01/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-204/) - Christ is born! Sunday, 1/01, Sunday before Theophany, Circumcision of the Lord —Saint Basil the Great 10:45 a.m. Lytia and Blessing of Bread 11:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Anointing -Myrovann Epistle: 2 Timothy 4:5-8; Colossians 2:8-12 Gospel: Mark 1:1-8; Luke 2:20-21;40-52, Tone 5 Monday, 1/02, Holy Sylvester and the Martyr Juliana 9:00
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2023/01/01/parish-announcements-81/) - Christ is born! Happy New Year! Abundant blessings for you in 2023! This week vigil light is offered by Larisa Kernychna in memory of Hanna and Michael Harasemiv. Schedule for January 7, Christmas according to the Julian Calendar: 9:50 a.m. —Great Compline with Lytia AND at 10:30 a.m. the Divine Liturgy. If you would like
- [Thinking of Benedict](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/12/31/thinking-of-benedict/) - Three articles worth our time in seriously reflecting upon the life, work and service of Benedict XVI. Two of the articles are written by Connecticut resident John Burger, an exceptional journalist. The other is a published essay by Australian Tracey Rowland, a well-known theologian and expert on the thought of Benedict. 1. Benedict XVI, the
- [Divine Liturgy on January 1](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/12/31/divine-liturgy-on-january-1/) - Christ is born! Sunday, 1/01, Sunday Before Theophany —Circumcision of Our Lord 10:45 a.m. Lytia and Blessing of Bread 11:00 a.m. Intention: For the people of the parish The Anointing —Myrovann immediately follows the Liturgy. ​Blessings for 2023!​
- [Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI reposes in the Lord](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/12/31/pope-emeritus-benedict-xvi-reposes-in-the-lord/) - His Holiness, Pope Emeritus, Benedict XVI has fallen asleep in the Lord today after a long life and a distinguished life of service. “With sorrow I inform you that the Pope Emeritus, Benedict XVI, passed away today at 9:34 in the Mater Ecclesiae Monastery in the Vatican. Further information will be provided as soon as
- [Prayers requested for Benedict XVI, pope emeritus](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/12/28/prayers-requested-for-benedict-xvi-pope-emeritus/) - Pope Francis today at the end of the weekly address, asked for prayers for Pope Benedict XVI, saying he is "very sick" and asking God "to console and sustain him in his witness of love for the church until the end." There is no official announcement from the Vatican yet. Pray for Pope Benedict. St
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/12/25/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-203/) - Christ is born! Sunday, 12/25, Nativity in the Flesh of Our Lord Jesus Christ 9:50 a.m. Great Compline with Lytia 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Anointing —Myrovann Epistle: Galatians 4:4-7 Gospel: Matthew 2:1-12, Tone 4 Monday, 12/26, Synaxis of the Mother of God 10:00 a.m. Deceased members of Komondy family requested by
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/12/25/parish-announcements-80/) - Christ is born! Glorify Him! Merry Christmas! This week vigil light is offered by Barbara and Patrick Bagley in memory of Michael T. Lipcan. Schedule for January 7, Christmas according to the Julian Calendar: 9:50 a.m. —Great Compline with Lytia AND at 10:30 a.m. the Divine Liturgy. If you would like to have a Confession,
- [Are we moving to a common date for Christmas and Easter?](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/12/24/are-we-moving-to-a-common-date-for-christmas-and-easter/) - Metropolitan Sviatoslav and Metropolitan Epiphany met to exchange with each other Christmas greetings and to discuss matters of ecclesial life of mutual importance. The Church leaders paid special attention to the agreement on the reform of the church liturgical calendar, which is increasingly critical before Christmas and Easter holy days. After the discussion, it was
- [Divine Liturgy for the feast of the Nativity of the Lord](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/12/24/divine-liturgy-for-the-feast-of-the-nativity-of-the-lord/) - Today, Sunday, December 25, The Nativity in the Flesh of Our Lord Jesus Christ —Merry Christmas! We will pray together: Great Compline with Lytia at 9:50 a.m Divine Liturgy at 10:30 a.m. For the People of the parish Anointing —Myrovann Epistle: Galatians 4:4-7 Gospel: Matthew 2:1-12 , Tone 4 Christ is born! Glorify Him!
- [On the ground in Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/12/18/on-the-ground-in-ukraine/) - EWTN News in Depth (12/16/2022) has a review of the plight of our Ukrainian brothers and sisters. There are several pivotal interviews for our consideration. Watch "On the Ground in Ukraine." One of the groups the news profiles, the Order of Malta, is also a group that has helped us in New Haven with giving
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/12/18/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-202/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 12/18, Sunday of the Holy Fathers 10:30a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Hebrews 11:9-10; 17-23; 23-40 Gospel: Matthew 1:1-25, Tone 3 Monday, 12/19, Holy Martyr Boniface 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday, 12/20, Holy Priest Martyr Ignatius 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/12/18/parish-announcements-79/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Halia Lodynsky in memory of Stefan Jurczak. Schedule for January 1, 2023, 10:45 a.m. Lytia and Blessing of Bread, 11:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy. A toast to the New Year in the church hall. Our parish will be preparing a 2023 Prosphora, a traditional Ukrainian
- [Holy Prophet Haggai](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/12/16/holy-prophet-haggai/) - The Holy Prophet Haggai. whose Feast is today, December 16th, was the tenth of the Twelve Minor Prophets. Little of his personal history is known to us. What we do know is that Haggai was of the Tribe of Levi and he prophesied during the times of the Persian emperor Darius Hystaspis (prior to 500
- [Our next shipment being prepared: cars, food and generators](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/12/13/our-next-shipment-being-prepared-cars-food-and-generators/) - During the first week of 2023 we will be sending three used cars and perhaps two military grade diesel generators. The used cars will be used to move people and goods in the dangerous areas of Ukraine. The Lviv Police made the request. The generators are being sent to assist in providing more consistent electrical
- [40 days for life in Connecticut](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/09/26/40-days-for-life-in-connecticut/) - 40 Days for Life is a Pro-Life initiative with a vision to access God’s power through prayer, fasting, and peaceful vigil to end abortion. It is "an ecumenical, internationally-coordinated 40-day peaceful Pro–Life campaign to end abortion." The mission of the campaign is to bring together the body of Christ in a spirit of unity during a
- [Stand with Ukraine Calendar of Events](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/12/09/stand-with-ukraine-calendar-of-events-2/) - Ukrainian flags and Holiday gifts available at Cooperative SUMA Ukrainian Gift Shop (860-296-6955) every Saturday 11am to 1pm. Varenyky [Pierogi] Night-every Thursday night 5:30pm to 8:00pm, Sunflower Cafe-Ukrainian National Home of Hartford www.ukrainiannationalhome.org Ukrainian Night-every Friday night-8pm to 11pm-Sunflower Cafe-Ukrainian National Home of Hartford www.ukrainiannationalhome.org Sunday, December 11, 12pm to 4pm, Ukrainian Christmas Bazaar at St Michael
- [Soup, oatmeal and milkshake collection Saturday, December 10](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/12/07/soup-oatmeal-and-milkshake-collection-saturday-december-10/) - I will be at the church hall on Saturday, December 10, 10-12noon if you would like to drop off any collected soups, oatmeal, Carnation milkshake mixes for Ukraine. Also, I was asked yesterday to ask if there is a good, used (or new) refrigerator that you would like to donate to a recently welcomed Ukrainian
- [Stuart F. Maybury fell asleep in the Lord](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/12/06/stuart-f-maybury-fell-asleep-in-the-lord/) - The parish is sad to announce that Stuart F. Maybury Jr., 82, of Northford, fell asleep in the Lord peacefully on Wednesday, November 30, 2022. He was the beloved of Margaret Brezicki-Maybury. The full obituary for Stu may be read here. The funeral rites for Stu are: The visiting hours will be Wednesday morning, Dec.
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/12/06/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-201/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 12/04, 6th Sunday after Pentecost 8:30 Akatist to the Mother of God requested by Sestretsi 9:00 a.m. +Sophie Waselik (21st Anniv.) requested by the Family 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Ephesians 5:9-19 Gospel: Luke 17:12-19, Tone 1 Monday, 12/05, Our Venerable Father Sabbas 9:00 a.m. +Stefania
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/12/05/parish-announcements-78/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Halia Lodynsky in memory of Stefan Jurczak. On November 30th, Stuart Maybury fell asleep in the Lord. Please remember him in your prayers. Eternal Memory! If you would like to receive the Mysteries (sacraments) of Confession, Holy Communion or prayer of the sick at
- [St Savva](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/12/05/st-savva/) - Today our Church recalls one the important saints, Our Venerabe Father Savva (Saba or Sabbas) the Sanctified. St Savva first entered a monastery near his home in Cappadocia, but in the year 457 he travelled to Jerusalem and sought out St Euthymius. After spending some time under his instruction, Savva spent several years in seclusion
- [St John Damascene](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/12/04/st-john-damascene/) - Also, today we liturgically recall St John Damascene on the same day we commemorate St Barbara. The feast of Christmas is a theological feast. It is a celebration of God incarnate, taking our nature to perfect it. Jesus commanded us poor mortals to “be perfect, just as your heavenly Father is perfect” (Matthew 5:47). How
- [St Barbara](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/12/04/st-barbara/) - St Barbara is commemorated today in the Church's prayer of the Divine Liturgy and the Hours. There is little doubt that the legendary story of the Holy Martyr Barbara was embellished a bit by early hagiographers. There is no reason for this, since the mere fact that someone who comes to faith in Christ is
- [Concert for Ukraine and Holodomor Remembrance Dec. 3](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/12/02/concert-for-ukraine-and-holodomor-remembrance-dec-3/)
- [Christmas Bazaar 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/12/02/christmas-bazaar-2022/)
- [St. Andrew](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/11/30/st-andrew/) - The feast of St. Andrew is the beginning of a new relationship of God with his people. He is the first-called, the first follower of Christ particularly as Rabbi, as Messiah and Savior. What does it mean to be Christian? It means to follow Christ without hesitation and without selfishness. This feast is truly a
- [Preparing for Christmas with the Nativity Fast](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/11/15/preparing-for-christmas-with-the-nativity-fast/)
- [St Catherine of Alexandria](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/11/25/st-catherine-of-alexandria/) - Troparion for St Catherine: By your virtues as by rays of the sun you enlightened the unbelieving philosophers, and like the most bright moon you drove away the darkness of disbelief from those walking in the night; you convinced the queen, and also chastised the tyrant, God-summoned bride, blessed Catherine. You hastened with desire to the heavenly bridal chamber of
- [Soup, oatmeal and milkshake collection Saturday Nov. 26](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/11/24/soup-oatmeal-and-milkshake-collection-saturday-nov-26/) - Dear Friends, I hope you are well and that you are surviving Thanksgiving Day in good health and humor. Several days ago I put out an email about collecting dried soups. We need soups with high protein things like beans and meat would be good. The advice of a friend Steve and Sean we are looking into
- [Thanksgiving Day 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/11/24/thanksgiving-day-2022/) - “If the only prayer you ever say in your entire life is thank you, it will be enough.” (Meister Eckhart) Thanksgiving is a time for us to recall and to deeply live the blessings of our lives, and to give thanks to God for His many gifts. Let’s be grateful for what we have been
- [Divine Liturgy for Thanksgiving](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/11/23/divine-liturgy-for-thanksgiving/) - The Divine Liturgy will be served on Thursday, 11/24, the feast of the Holy Martyrs Catherine and Mercurius at 10:00 a.m. It is the Thanksgiving Day Liturgy for our parish. Join us in prayer and gratitude. Happy Thanksgiving!
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/11/20/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-200/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 11/20, 24th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. For the people of the parish 10:30 a.m. +Emilia Dubno requested by Luba Dubno Epistle: Ephesians 2:14-22 Gospel: Luke 12:16-21, Tone 7 Monday, 11/21, Entrance of the Holy Theotokos into the Temple 9:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Tuesday, 11/22, Holy
- [Claudio Gugerotti returns to the Vatican](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/11/21/claudio-gugerotti-returns-to-the-vatican/) - The Holy Father nominated today the Prefect for the Dicastery for Eastern Churches, Archbishop Claudio Gugerotti, until now Nuncio to Great Britain, and previous Nuncio to Ukraine. Archbishop Gugerotti, 67, has an earned doctorate from the Pontifical Oriental Institute (PIO) in Rome and a former student and colleague of the late Archimandrite Robert F. Taft,
- [Saint Philemon and companions](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/11/22/saint-philemon-and-companions/) - Today the Church commemorates the memory of one Saint Paul's close collaborators in preaching Savior's Good News. He was born in Turkey and died in Colossae. One of Saint Philemon's biographers writes: These four Apostles were all disciples of the Apostle Paul, and are mentioned individually in his Epistle to Philemon. In the first verse
- [Concert for Ukraine and Holodomor Remembrance](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/11/17/concert-for-ukraine-and-holodomor-remembrance/)
- [Keeping children warm in Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/11/16/keeping-children-warm-in-ukraine/) - The Ukrainian Relief Project New Haven is providing coats for children in Ukraine. Your gift of just $25 will provide a coat. Provide the gift of warmth to children in need today with a new coat! Every $25 donated purchases one new coat for a child in need. Give the gift of warmth this winter!
- [Youth Holodomor Educational Session tonight](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/11/15/youth-holodomor-educational-session-tonight/)
- [Holodomor March of Remembrance](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/11/15/holodomor-march-of-remembrance/)
- [Dried soups for Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/11/14/dried-soups-for-ukraine/) - Dear Friends, I just got home after a meeting discussing humanitarian aid to our brothers and sisters in Ukraine. As a community near and far from New Haven and Ukraine sent many thousands of pounds of winter clothing for those in need in Ukraine. I will report to you the details soon. We have been
- [Spying on our volunteers working for Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/10/27/spying-on-our-volunteers-working-for-ukraine/) - We are grateful for the good work done by all the volunteers working to alleviate the needs of the Ukrainians suffering due to the war. Thanks to Brett Joly for the pictures. May the Lord of Life reward you with Life eternal.
- [Veterans Day work for Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/11/11/veterans-day-work-for-ukraine/) - Happy Veterans Day today to Carl, Myron, Andrew, and all veterans. Thank you for what you did, and what you are doing. Thanks to Brett Joly for the action pics. St Michael the Archangel, pray for us.
- [St John Chrysostom](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/11/13/st-john-chrysostom-2/) - Today, November 13th, we commemorate the great Saint John Chrysostom, Archbishop of Constantinople. It’s his edition of the Divine Liturgy we pray most Sundays of the church year. He’s also one of the best preachers we had. Today's saint ought to be very familiar to you as you will recall at the end of each
- [Christian fasting???](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/11/13/christian-fasting/) - We are asked to observe several fasts in the course of the year. Some do it; others do not. Some know why the Church encourages us to fast; many have no clue as to why we fast and the spiritual and physical benefits to fasting. Join our friend, Abouna Moses to learn the "why" behind
- [Parish Celebrates its patron saint](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/11/06/parish-celebrates-its-patron-saint/) - Today, our parish celebrated the feast day of St Michael the Archangel and All the Angels. We do this to keep in front of us the spiritual reality of St Michael and what he means to the Church --that is, to all of us-- on a personal level. St Michael the Archangel's feast day is
- [Volunteering this week for the Ukrainian Relief Project](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/11/07/volunteering-this-week-for-the-ukrainian-relief-project/) - This week we are having extra days added to the volunteer schedule to get the number of clothing donations received this past weekend, prepared for shipment to Ukraine. And we are expecting some additional donations this week. We are looking for your help Our schedule is Tuesday (Nov. 8) and Thursday (Nov. 10) are the
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/11/05/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-199/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 11/06, 22nd Sunday after Pentecost 10:15 a.m. Lytija and blessing of Bread 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish +All members of St. Michael Society Anointing-Myrovann Epistle: Galatians 6:11-18 Gospel: Luke 8:41-56, Tone 5 Monday, 11/07, The 33 martyrs in Melitene and Father Lazarus 9:00 a.m. No particular intention
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/11/05/parish-announcements-77/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by parish in memory of all members of St. Michael Society. If you would like to have a Confession, Holy Communion or prayer of the sick at your house or nursing home, please call the rectory at (203) 865-0388. We will be making pyrohy (varenyky)
- [Action pics with the Ukrainian Relief Project New Haven](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/11/04/action-pics-with-the-ukrainian-relief-project-new-haven/) - In solidarity by serving and loving our beloved and besieged Ukrainians. Some action pics...
- [Blessed Petro Pavlo Oros](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/10/22/blessed-petro-pavlo-oros/) - Blessed Petro Pavlo Oros, a martyr The Holy Father authorized to promulgate the Decrees concerning the martyrdom of the Servant of God Petro Pavlo Oros, Priest of the Eparchy of Mukachevo (Ukraine), thus beatifying one of the underground bishops, killed in hatred of the faith on 28 August 1953. The date of death is significant:
- [Blessed Theodore Romzha](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/10/31/blessed-theodore-romzha-4/) - “If the world hates you, realize that it hated me first. ... No slave is greater than his master.’ If they persecuted me, they will also persecute you. If they kept my word, they will also keep yours.” (John 15:18.20) Bishop Kallistos Ware [+2022] said that today is truly the age of martyrs. More people
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/10/16/parish-announcements-76/) - Jesus Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Vasyl Ivantsiv in memory of +Vasyl. We will be making pyrohy/varenyky for regular orders on November 19. We need your help on Friday to peel potatoes and Saturday to make pierogis. Please come and help. DEAR PARISHIONERS, if you would like to have
- [Winter clothes for Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/10/24/winter-clothes-for-ukraine/) - As you know from the news reports the winter season is upon the Ukrainians and the war continues with great alarm. Our friends in Ukraine have identified the GREATEST URGENT NEED is for WINTER CLOTHING for people of ALL AGES. Hats, gloves/mittens, coats, pants, underware, sweaters, sweat suits and anything else that will enable them
- [John Larson and State Leaders to Join Ukrainian American Community](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/10/24/john-larson-and-state-leaders-to-join-ukrainian-american-community/) - TUESDAY: Larson and State Leaders to Join Ukrainian American Community in Condemning Republican Commitment to Cut Support for Ukraine Hartford, CT - On Tuesday, October 25th at 10:00 AM, U.S. Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) will join members of the Ukrainian American Community at the Ukrainian National Home in Hartford to condemn the newly announced
- [Grand Opening of Restaurant Transilvania](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/10/20/grand-opening-of-restaurant-transilvania/) - You are invited this Saturday, October 22, starting at 12 noon, to the Grand Opening of Restaurant Transilvania, a Romanian cuisine restaurant in East Haven, CT owned by Romanian immigrants from Transylvania, where you can also meet some of our Ukrainian beneficiaries under the “Connecticut for Ukraine” Refugee Matching Program. Father Iura will impart a
- [Know about icons](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/10/18/know-about-icons/) - Being that today is the feast day of the apostle and evangelist, St. Luke, who is the patron saint of iconographers and artists, we ought to lift up in prayer all of the iconographers who have given the talent to serve the Lord with beautiful sacred art. This art is not wall decoration; icons are
- [Greatest need in Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/10/18/greatest-need-in-ukraine/) - We received word today from Anna, Father Roman’s wife, who informed us that the GREATEST URGENT NEED right now is for WINTER CLOTHING for people of ALL AGES. Hats, gloves/mittens, coats, pants, underware, sweaters, sweat suits and anything else that will enable them to be protected from very cold winter weather. Please deliver these Items
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/10/17/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-198/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 10/16, 19th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. +Hryhorij Dubno requested by Luba Dubno 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 2 Corinthians 11:31-12:9 Gospel: Luke 8:5-15, Tone 2 Monday, 10/17, Holy Prophet Hosea, Venerable Martyr Andrew 9:00 a.m. +Dmytro Malik requested by Kateryna Szymkiw Tuesday, 10/18, Holy Apostle
- [Update for the Ukrainian Relief Project](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/10/14/update-for-the-ukrainian-relief-project/) - Carl Harvey reports that Father Roman has received the most recent shipment in Ukraine. Carl and Myron and their committee wish to express their gratitude to all of the people who have contributed the items that were shipped over and the funding to cover the costs associated with shipping it over to Father Roman. We
- [Miraculous Marian icon beloved by women struggling with infertility, difficult pregnancies](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/10/11/miraculous-marian-icon-beloved-by-women-struggling-with-infertility-difficult-pregnancies/) - A miraculous Marian icon will be placed at St John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Church in Trumbull, CT, November 13–27. It is especially beloved by women who struggle with infertility or difficult pregnancies. Several miraculous births have been attributed to this icon in the Byzantine Catholic community of Albuquerque, NM, where a copy has been
- [Holodomor NYC observance 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/10/11/holodomor-nyc-observance-2022/) - Holodomor Remembrance New York City Bus Trip, Saturday, November 19, 2022 Please confirm your attendance today. Space is limited. First Come, First Serve. Dyakuyu!!! Bus Itinerary Pickup 7:30 a.m. Ikea Parking Lot (rear) at Brewery Street, New Haven CT 8:00 a.m. Senior Center Parking Lot at Exit 32, Stratford CT 10:00 a.m. Drop off at
- [KofC Chaplain Visits Poland and Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/10/11/kofc-chaplain-visits-poland-and-ukraine/) - Archbishop William Lori, Archbishop of Baltimore and the Chaplain met with Knights of Columbus, Church leaders and displaced families in Poland and Ukraine October 1-4. During the visit, he helped distribute aid to refugees from the war in Ukraine and witnessed ongoing humanitarian efforts aided by the Order’s Ukraine Solidarity Fund — including initiatives of
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/10/10/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-197/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 10/09, 18th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. +Joseph L. Levitzky (12th Anniv.,) requested by Joseph M. Levitzky 10:30 a.m. For people of the parish Epistle: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11 Gospel: Luke 7:11-16, Tone 1 Monday, 10/10, Holy Martrs Eulampius and Eulampia 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday,
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/10/10/parish-announcements-75/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered to God by Vasyl Ivantsiv in memory of Sofron. From October 10 to October 14 the rectory office will be closed. Father Iura will be away for Clergy Days. If you would like to have Confession, Holy Communion and prayer of the sick at your
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/10/02/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-196/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 10/02, 17th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. +Barbara Levitzky (58th Anniv.,) requested by Joseph M. Levitzky 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 2 Corinthians 6:16-7:1 Gospel: Luke 6:31-36, Tone 8 Monday, 10/03, Holy Priest Martyr Dionysius 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday, 10/04,
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/10/02/parish-announcements-74/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered to God by the Kolesnik and Buciak families for a Special Intention From October 10 to October 14 the rectory office will be closed. Father Iura will be away for Clergy Days. If you would like to have Confession, Holy Communion and prayer of the
- [Protection of our most holy Lady](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/10/01/protection-of-our-most-holy-lady/) - Today, October 1, is the feast day of the Protection of our most holy Lady and the Theotokos and Ever-Virgin Mary: The Pokrova. The Feast of the Protection commemorates the appearance of the most holy Theotokos in the Church of Blachernae in Constantinople in the tenth century, as recorded in the life of Saint Andrew
- [Recalling the death of the Holy Apostle John](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/09/26/recalling-the-death-of-the-holy-apostle-john/) - Today we recall the death of the Holy Apostle and Evangelist John, the Beloved Disciple. As a point of comparison, the Latin Catholic Church and other Western Christian ecclesial communities honor John’s death on December 27. John was one of the "sons of thunder". This thunder resounds throughout his gospel with an eloquence that sets
- [Standing with Ukraine events](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/09/27/standing-with-ukraine-events/) - -Now through October 15, 2022-"Women at War: 14 Ukrainian artists. Eastern Connecticut State University, Willimantic CT https://www.easternct.edu/art-gallery/index.html -Varenyky Night-every Thursday night 5:30pm-8:00pm at the Sunflower Cafe-Ukrainian National Home of Hartford -Friday, September 30, 2022-6pm-11pm-Oktoberfest at the Ukrainian National Home of Hartford 961 Wethersfield Ave http://www.ukrainiannationalhome.org -Sunday, October 9, 2022-3pm-Dakha Brakha at the Jorgensen Auditorium-University of
- [Victor Markup's benefit concert for Ukrainian Humanitarian efforts](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/09/23/victor-markups-benefit-concert-for-ukrainian-humanitarian-efforts/)
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/09/25/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-195/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 9/25. 16th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. +Maria Sowa requested by Bohdan Sowa 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 2 Corinthians 6:1-10 Gospel: Luke 5:1-11, Tone 7 Monday, 9/26, Repose of Holy Apostle and Evangelist John 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health for Marybeth Gawron by Sestretsi
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/09/25/parish-announcements-73/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! This week vigil light is offered by the Kolesnik and Buciak families for a Special Intention DEAR PARISHIONERS: If you would like to have a Confession, Holy Communion or prayer of the sick at your house or nursing home, please call the rectory at (203)865-0388. St. Michael’s Day will be celebrated
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/09/11/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-194/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 9/11, Sunday before the Exaltation 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Galatians 6:14-18 Gospel: John 3:13-17, Tone 5 Monday, 9/12, Holy Hieromartyr Autonomous 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday, 9/13, Holy Priest Martyr Cornelius 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/09/11/parish-announcements-72/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Kolesnik and Buciak families for Special Intention DEAR PARISHIONERS: If you would like to have a Confession, Holy Communion or prayer of the sick at your house or nursing home, please call the rectory at 203-865-0388. PARISH COFFEE HOUR: Dear parishioners and guests, after
- [Remembering 9/11](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/09/11/remembering-9-11/)
- [CT Ukrainian Day 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/09/09/ct-ukrainian-day-2022/)
- [The Feast of the Nativity of the Theotokos](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/09/08/the-feast-of-the-nativity-of-the-theotokos/) - Today, 8th September, we celebrate the feast of the Nativity of Mary, Our Blessed Mother! “What then should we offer to the Mother of the Word other than an oration? Let the whole of creation make festival and sing of the most holy birth-giving of the holy Anna. For she bore for the world an
- [St Moses the prophet](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/09/04/st-moses-the-prophet-2/) - Today, the Church honors the memory of the Holy Great Prophet Moses, called the God-Seer and lawgiver, and born into the tribe of Levi. Scholars say he flourished 14th–13th century BCE. As we know, under Moses' leadership the Hebrew people were lead to their freedom from the Egyptian oppressors in what is called the Exodus,
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/09/04/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-193/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 9/4, 13th Sunday after Pentecost 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Corinthians 16:3-24 Gospel: Matthew 21:33-42, Tone 4 Monday, 9/05, Holy Prophet Zechariah 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing for Vera Trojan requested by Nadia Trojan Tuesday, 9/06, Miracle of the Archangel Michael 9:00 a.m. No particular intention
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/09/04/parish-announcements-71/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Kolesnik and Buciak families for special intention. DEAR PARISHIONERS: If you would like to have a Confession, Holy Communion or prayer of the sick at your house or nursing home, please call the rectory at 203-865-0388. CHARITIES APPEAL: Please don’t forget to make a
- [At Home in War: Stories from an Ukrainian-American](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/09/04/at-home-in-war-stories-from-an-ukrainian-american/)
- [Ridgefield honors Ukrainian Independence](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/08/24/ridgefield-honors-ukrainian-independence/)
- [Ukrainian Independence Day observed in New Haven 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/08/22/ukrainian-independence-day-observed-in-new-haven-2022/) - Mayor Justin Elicker will read the proclamation marking Ukrainian Independence Day on the New Haven Green at 12:30 PM on Wednesday, August 24, 2022. Please assemble on the Green between noon and 12:15 so that we can all be in place to start when he arrives. The Ukrainian flag will also be raised at that
- [The Catechetical Year begins soon](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/09/03/the-catechetical-year-begins-soon/) - Catechetical Sunday is coming up on September 18th, and our theme is the Gift of Christ: Poured Out for the Life of the World
- [Happy New Year 7531](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/09/01/happy-new-year-7531/) - September 1 is the New Year for the Greek Church; the Latin begin their new liturgical year on the first Sunday of Advent. Today, is also designated the Day of Prayer for the Protection of the Environment --an observance of many of the mainline Christians. More on this day of prayer in another post. The
- [Day of Prayer for the Protection of the Environment](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/09/01/day-of-prayer-for-the-protection-of-the-environment/) - Today is the Day of Prayer for the Protection of the Environment, a day we praise God for His creation. In 1989, the Ecumenical Patriarch Demetrius instituted a Day of Prayer for the Protection of the Environment, establishing it on September 1. Pope Francis has extended that remembrance to the Catholic Church. In 2016, the
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/08/28/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-192/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 8/28, 12th Sunday after Pentecost 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 Gospel: Matthew 19:16-26, Tone 3 Monday, 8/29, The Passion of John the Baptist 9:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Tuesday, 8/30, Holy Fathers Alexander and John 9:00 a.m. No particular intention
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/08/28/parish-announcements-70/) - This week vigil light is offered by Kolesnik and Buciak families for Special Intention CHARITIES APPEAL: Please don’t forget to make a donation to the Eparchy’s Charity Appeal. Please make check payable to the Byzantine Rite Eparchy of Stamford. DO NOT MAIL THIS FORM OR CHECK TO THE CHANCERY OFFICE BUT TURN IT IN AT
- [THE WAY OF THE PILGRIM: Entering Into the Jesus Prayer](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/08/22/the-way-of-the-pilgrim-entering-into-the-jesus-prayer/) - Do you struggle to follow the Apostle Paul's exhortation to "pray always"? For most of us living and working in the world, it can be difficult to let our prayer and participation in the liturgy permeate our entire lives and transform our hearts. God invites us to persevere, and He has blessed the Church with
- [Update for the Divine Liturgy this week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/08/21/update-for-the-divine-liturgy-this-week/) - The Divine Liturgy will be offered for: Monday, August 22, +Stefan Pospolita (19 Anniversary, Pan.) requested by Darka Jakuboski Wednesday, August 24, +Stefania Kolos (40 days, Pan.) requested by Nicholas Kolos
- [Liturgy for the Dormition of the Mother of God feast](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/08/14/liturgy-for-the-dormition-of-the-mother-of-god-feast/) - The Divine Liturgy for the feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God, the Holy Theotokos will be served at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, August 15. There will be the blessing of flowers and herbs for the feast day.
- [Feast of the Holy Transfiguration](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/08/05/feast-of-the-holy-transfiguration/) - The Divine Liturgy will be served for the Feast of Holy Transfiguration at 9 a.m. on Saturday, August 6. “Christ took His disciples and went up on the mount, and there His face appeared shining. His vestments became white as snow, and one of the disciples said, ‘Lord it is good for us to be
- [St Matthias, apostle](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/08/09/st-matthias-apostle/) - Today is the feast of the Holy Apostle Matthias, chosen to continue the Mission. The Church prays in her Liturgy: Chosen by lot through the grace of the Spirit, you were numbered with the twelve divine Apostles. Proclaiming with them the Word who emptied himself in the flesh for our sake, you were filled by
- [Faith and Doubt](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/08/07/faith-and-doubt/) - https://youtu.be/gWlyl9RmUog
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/08/07/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-191/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 8/07, 9th Sunday after Pentecost 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Corinthians 3:9-17 Gospel: Matthew 14:22-34, Tone 8 Monday, 8/08, Our Holy Father Emilian 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday, 8/09, Holy Apostle Matthias 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/08/07/parish-announcements-69/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Kolesnik and Buciak families for a Special Intention THE DORMITION FAST: From August 1 to August 14, we Byzantine Catholics prepare for the feast of the Dormition (Assumption) of the Holy Theotokos, the Mother of God, with a period of prayer, fasting and works
- [Bridgeport Festival 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/08/07/bridgeport-festival-2022/)
- [Support reaches the front lines](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/08/04/support-reaches-the-front-lines/) - Father Roman (Роман Мануляк) blesses a vehicle purchased with the monies raised by Carl R Harvey and Myron Melnick through the benefactions of our community, near and far. This vehicle will be used to transport goods and people near the front lines of the war. Thank you!
- [UPDATE note on the Ukrainian Relief Project New Haven, August 3, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/08/03/update-note-on-the-ukrainian-relief-project-new-haven-august-3-2022/) - The Ukrainian American Veterans Post 33, New Haven and the St Michael Humanitarian Relief Fund have been closely collaborating to provide medical supplies for Ukraine’s military. We are now systematically refocusing our efforts to DIRECTLY address the immediate medical needs of those wounded on the front lines of combat . We aim to provide high quality supplies directly to
- [Feast of the Procession of the Cross](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/08/01/feast-of-the-procession-of-the-cross/) - According to the Synaxarion, the feast celebrates the veneration of the Holy Cross in Constantinople. The early days of August were dangerous in antiquity. Because of the heat, many diseases became strong, and so the Cross was displayed in various places in the city for fourteen days. This feast was then introduced into Rus in
- [Change in Saturday volunteering](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/07/29/change-in-saturday-volunteering/) - The truck collecting the goods from St Michael's on Saturday, 7/30, has changed the time to the afternoon on Saturday. Work time will now start at 1pm. As many know, the packing up of the goods going to Ukraine is a process which includes labelling boxes, accounting for the contents of each box and getting
- [Help needed Saturday, July 30](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/07/24/help-needed-saturday-july-30/) - We are preparing to send another shipment of medical and humanitarian aid to Ukraine next weekend. Carl and Jayne and their helpers have done a terrific job in organizing the boxes so that they pass inspection by the proper authorities. Help is requested by Carl and Jayne at 8:30 am on Saturday morning, July 30. Boxes
- [Victor Mark concert today is postponed](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/07/24/victor-mark-concert-today-is-postponed/) - Sorry to let you know that Victor Markiw is quite sick in bed. The Newington concert on 7/24 --TODAY-- is postponed. As soon as I know, I will send you the new date and poster.
- [Stefania Kolos reposed in the Lord](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/07/21/stefania-kolos-reposed-in-the-lord/) - We are sad to announce that Stefania Kolos, 75, reposed in the Lord and the consolation of the Mysteries (sacraments) of the Church on 16 July 2022. Stefania was the beloved wife of 54 years to Nicholas and the mother of Kristina Kolos, Natalie Erickson, and Peter Kolos. She was active in the Ukrainian community. The
- [Benefit Concert](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/07/19/benefit-concert/) - Victor Markiw of our parish and a professor of music at the University of New Haven is giving a benefit concert for Ukrainian Relief.
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/07/17/parish-announcements-68/) - Christ is risen! This week vigil light is offered by Kolesnik and Buciak families for Special Intention. From July 3 until September 11 we will celebrate only one Divine Liturgy at 10:00 a.m. in Ukrainian and English languages. There will be pyrohy (varenyky) for sale in the church hall as long as supplies last. $16.00
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/07/17/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-190/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 7/17, 6th Sunday after Pentecost 10:00 a.m. For people of the parish Epistle: Romans 12:6-14 Gospel: Matthew 9:1-8, Tone 5 Monday, 7/18, Holy Martyrs Hyacinth and Emilian 9:00 a.m. +Michael and Anna Lipcan (Pan.) requested by Barbara and Patrick Bagley Tuesday, 7/19, Our Venerable Macrina 9:00 a.m. No specific intention
- [Patriarch Sviatoslav's message for today](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/07/05/patriarch-sviatoslavs-message-for-today-2/) - Today is the 132 day of the Ukrainian war. His Beatitude, Patriarch Sviatoslav has this message in Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/HnIJf524210
- [Patriarch Sviatoslav's message for today](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/07/11/patriarch-sviatoslavs-message-for-today/) - Today is the 138 day of the Ukrainian war. His Beatitude, Patriarch Sviatoslav has this message in Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/m3WmEW5lnm0
- [Help needed on July 11](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/07/10/help-needed-on-july-11/) - Carl Harvey (Ukrainian Relief Project New Haven) needs help moving lots of boxes (perhaps 75 medium sized) of medical supplies into a truck on Monday, July 11, at 11:00 a.m. Can you help?
- [Sacred Signs: Pointing the Way to Heaven](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/07/10/sacred-signs-pointing-the-way-to-heaven/) - Many Christians tend to think of the spiritual life as something entirely opposed to physical reality. This can translate into Christian practice today in the form of plain churches and simple services, especially among Protestant denominations. In contrast, apostolic Christianity is incarnational and sacramental, incorporating many physical things into worship: not just in the art
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/07/10/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-189/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 7/10, 5th Sunday after Pentecost 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Romans 10:1-10 Gospel: Matthew 8:28-9:1, Tone 4 Monday, 7/11, Olga Princess of Rus’ Ukraine 9:00 a.m. +Ivan Sowa (Pan.) requested by Bohdan Sowa Tuesday, 7/12, Holy Martyrs Proclus and Hilarion 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/07/10/parish-announcements-67/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Luba Dubno in memory of Emilia. From July 3 until September 11 we will celebrate only one Divine Liturgy at 10:00 a.m. in the Ukrainian and English languages. Dear parishioners and guests, after each Divine Liturgy, coffee and hard rolls are available in the
- [Senator Richard Blumenthal to report on trip to Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/07/08/senator-richard-blumenthal-to-report-on-trip-to-ukraine/) - This Sunday, July 10th, at 11:00 AM Senator Richard Blumenthal will report on his trip to Ukraine. This Wednesday and Thursday he traveled with Senator Lindsey Graham and met with President Zelenskyy and other government officials to discuss the war in Ukraine. We expect wide press coverage of this event. All are invited to participate.
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/07/03/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-188/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 7/03, 4th Sunday after Pentecost —Feast of Mother of Perpetual Help 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Romans 6:18-23 Gospel: Matthew 8:5-13, Tone 3 Monday, 7/04, Andrew, Archbishop of Crete 9:00 a.m. +Anna Lupsac (36th Anniv., Pan.) Tuesday, 7/05, Our Venerable Father Athanasius of Athos 9:00 a.m.
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/07/03/parish-announcements-66/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Mykola Yukah for God’s blessing and health of Robert Loricco. From July 3 until September 11 we will celebrate only one (1) Divine Liturgy at 10:00 a.m. in BOTH the Ukrainian and English languages. Our New Haven Ridna Shkola is doing a Fundraiser called,
- [Summertime Divine Liturgy](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/07/02/summertime-divine-liturgy/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Tomorrow, July 3, and for the rest of the summer, we will have only one (1) Divine Liturgy in English and Ukrainian at 10:00 a.m. Let us come together to pray and to worship the Holy Trinity: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. The Third Commandment still informs and forms our spiritual
- [Saints Cosmas and Damian](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/07/01/saints-cosmas-and-damian/) - Saints Cosmas and Damian were twins born to Christian parents in Arabia, in the third century. They lived in the region around the border between modern day Turkey and Syria. …[The brothers] were physicians who were renowned for their skill as well as their refusal to charge for their services. Before beside manner was a
- [John Burger interviews Patriarch](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/06/29/john-burger-interviews-patriarch/) - John Burger published his interview with Patriarch Sviatoslav today. https://aleteia.org/2022/06/29/exclusive-interview-ukrainian-catholic-leader-on-shepherding-his-flock-in-wartime/
- [Stand with Ukraine-Calendar of Events, June 29 to July 31](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/06/29/stand-with-ukraine-calendar-of-events-june-29-to-july-31/) - Ukrainian flags are available at the Ukrainian Gift Shop-Cooperative, 961 Wethersfield Ave, Hartford, CT Summer Hours: Saturdays 11am-1pm 860-296-6955 Wednesday, June 29, 2022-9pm, Baba Babee Skazala Documentary on CPTV-Channel 24 WEDH Saturday, July 2, 2022-Concert-3:00pm, Bandura at Bobriwka Fritz Rd, Colebrook CT Saturday, July 16, 2022-Concert-6:30pm, Support Ukraine Festival-Soyuzivka Foordmore Rd, Kerhonkson NY Saturday, July
- [A message from Father Roman Manulak](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/06/28/a-message-from-father-roman-manulak/) - The 36 boxes of medical supplies have been delivered to the Ukrainian Main Military Medical Center in Kyiv, Ukraine today, June 28. Father Roman sent ... the attached picture through Viber. This is the facility that our UAV Team visited back in August, 2018.
- [St Samson the hospitable](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/06/27/st-samson-the-hospitable/) - Today we are given as a model of holiness and witness to the Gospel of Jesus Christ the venerable father, Samson, called the hospitable, priest and physician. Samson is numbered among a few who are ordained priests and physicians, so we ought to make it a point to ask for his intercession as we all
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/06/26/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-187/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 6/26, 3rd Sunday after Pentecost — Moleben to Jesus Christ 9:00 God’s blessing & health for Irene Hladkyj requested by Luba Dubno 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Romans 5:1-10 Gospel: Matthew 6:22-33, Tone 2 Monday, 6/27, Blessed Nicholas Charnytsky, bishop and martyr 9:00 a.m. No particular
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/06/26/parish-announcements-65/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Vasyl Ivantsiv in memory of Vasyl. The 68th ANNUAL HOLY DORMITION PILGRIMAGE will be held on August 13-14 at the motherhouse of the Sisters Servants of Mary Immaculate in Sloatsburg. This year's theme is “Our Loving Mother, Under Your Patronage, Welcome Your Children, We
- [The Birth of the Holy Prophet, Forerunner, and Baptist John](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/06/24/the-birth-of-the-holy-prophet-forerunner-and-baptist-john/) - This feast is the story of the fidelity of God, and of his servants. The first reading at Vespers compares the story of Elizabeth and Zechariah to Abraham and Sarah. Abraham and Sarah were barren until their old age and had lost hope of being able to pass on life to a new generation. But
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/06/19/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-186/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 6/19, 2nd Sunday after Pentecost 10:00 a.m. Moleben to Jesus Christ 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Romans 2:10-16 Gospel: Matthew4:18-23, Tone 1 Monday, 6/20, Holy Priest Martyr Methodius 9:00 a.m. No intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday, 6/21, Holy Martyr Julian 9:00 a.m. No intention for
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/06/19/parish-announcements-64/) - Christ is in our midst! This week vigil light is offered by Vasyl Ivantsiv in memory of Vasyl. Memory eternal. From July 3 until September 11 we will celebrate only one (1) Divine Liturgy at 10:00 a.m. in both the Ukrainian and English languages. Today, June 19th, there will be one (1) bi-lingual Divine Liturgy
- [Father's Day at the Parish](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/06/18/fathers-day-at-the-parish/) - Tomorrow, June 19th, there will be one (1) bi-lingual Divine Liturgy served at 10:30 a.m. At 10:00 a.m., we will pray the Moleben to Jesus Christ (a June devotional prayer of petition to Our Lord). The Ladies of our Parish will host a Father’s Day Celebration tomorrow, Sunday, June 19. The luncheon will take place
- [Holy Prophet Amos](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/06/15/holy-prophet-amos/) - The Holy Prophet Amos is known as the prophet of doom, the third of the Twelve Minor Prophets who lived during the eighth century before Jesus Christ. Amos accurately foretold the destruction of the northern kingdom of Israel due to the unfaithfulness of the Israelites. That is, the tribes of Israel were governed by an
- [Apostles' Fast Begins](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/06/13/apostles-fast-begins/) - The Apostles' or Peter and Paul Fast begins TODAY, June 13 (new calendar).
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/06/05/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-185/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 6/05, Pentecost Sunday —Moleben to Jesus Christ 9:00 a.m. +Irene Pospolita requested by Luba Dubno 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Acts 2:1-11 Gospel: John 7:37-52 and 8:12, Tone 7 Monday, 6/06, Pentecost Monday 9:00 a.m. +Marguerite Komondy (5th Anniv.) requested by Chris Komondy Tuesday, 6/07, Holy
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/06/05/parish-announcements-63/) - Christ is risen! From July 3 until September 11 we will celebrate only one (1) Divine Liturgy at 10:00 a.m. in the Ukrainian and English languages. The Panakhyda Service at the grave sites will take place on Sunday, June 5, at 1:00 p.m. at St. Lawrence Cemetery. Please call the rectory office for appointment. The
- [Final All Souls Saturday (SOROKOUSTY)](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/06/03/final-all-souls-saturday-sorokousty/) - The final All Souls Saturday --Sorokousty-- will be on June 4, at 9:00 a.m. The Divine Liturgy with the prayers for the dead will be prayed. There are 5 All Soul's Saturdays. 2, 3, and 4 were on Saturdays during the Great Fast on days that had no other commemoration (e.g., the Miracle of Theodore
- [Green for Pentecost](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/06/02/green-for-pentecost/) - Reminder – Pentecost is this Sunday (new calendar): Byzantines, remember to wear the green. The tradition of wearing green on Pentecost is mostly a Slavic tradition, but it is one that we all can embrace because of green being a symbol of new life in the Holy Trinity. Our celebration of Pentecost --the coming of
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/29/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-184/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 5/29, Sunday of the Fathers of 1st Council of Nicea —and the Moleben to the Mother of God 9:00 a.m. +Rosemary and Michael Waselik requested by the family 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Acts 20:16-18 and 28-36 Gospel: John 17:1-13, Tone 6 Monday, 5/30, Our Venerable
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/29/parish-announcements-62/) - Christ is risen! The Panakhyda Service at the grave sites will take place on Saturday, June 4, at 11:00 am at All Saints Cemetery and Sunday, June 5, at 1:00 pm at St. Lawrence Cemetery. Please call the rectory office for appointment. The Ladies of our Parish will host a Fathers Day Celebration on Sunday,
- [Memorial Day 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/30/memorial-day-2022/)
- [Ukraine, World War III and Pope Francis’ roadmap for the church](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/18/ukraine-world-war-iii-and-pope-francis-roadmap-for-the-church/) - In America magazine, the U.S. periodical published by the Jesuits, there is an article by Father Tomáš Halík, "Ukraine, World War III and Pope Francis’ roadmap for the church." Halík is a professor of sociology at Charles University, Prague. The article has an interesting thesis and worth the time reading. However, the author's note of
- [Ukrainian Relief Project New Haven reopens May 28](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/24/ukrainian-relief-project-new-haven-reopens-may-28/) - Dear Friends, The Ukrainian Relief Project New Haven reopens on Saturday, May 28, 10am to 2pm. For a current list of the supplies we are accepting, please email: stmichaelchurchgc@gmail.com Ukrainian American Veterans Post 33 in New Haven, CT is seeking your support for the war effort in Ukraine. We are collecting medical equipment and supplies
- [Ascension of the Lord, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/26/ascension-of-the-lord-2022/) - The Divine Liturgy for the feast of the Ascension will be served on May 26, at 9:00 a.m. (in English & Ukrainian) The ascension is our hope for deification. The Word of God came among us and took on our human nature in all it fullness, except for sin, and in the ascension takes this
- [Pray for Texas](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/25/pray-for-texas/)
- [Ascension of our Lord, God and Savior Jesus Christ](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/26/ascension-of-our-lord-god-and-savior-jesus-christ/) - Today, is the 40th day from the feast of Easter: the Church commemorates the Ascension of our Lord, God and Savior Jesus Christ to the Father's right hand. This brief podcast by Father Volodymyr leads us a little deeper into this mystery of our Faith. This young priest serves in the Archeparchy of Philadelphia.
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/22/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-183/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 5/22, Sunday of the Man Born Blind — Moleben to the Mother of God 9:00 a.m. Special Intention 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Acts 16:16-34 Gospel: John 9:1-38, Tone 5 Monday, 5/23, Holy Bishop Confessor Michael 9:00 a.m. No scheduled intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday,
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/22/parish-announcements-61/) - Christ is risen! This week vigil light is offered by Godenciuc family in memory of Olena Godenciuc. STAMFORD CHARITIES APPEAL : Please don` t forget to donate for Charities Appeal. The forms are designed for each family of our parish. Attached to the form is an envelope into which you can place your contribution. The
- [Stand with Ukraine events](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/20/stand-with-ukraine-events/) - Friday, May 20, 2022-6pm-8pm-Ukrainian Night! Sunflowers For Ukraine Artist Happy Hour! Ignite Fitness 137 South Main St West Hartford CT Saturday, May 21, 2022-9am-Chesire 5K Run/Walk for Ukraine Fundraiser-Bartlem Park Chesire CT Saturday, May 21, 2022 & Sunday, May 22, 2022-Coffee Shop Fundraiser for Ukraine-Junk & Java LLC 49 Beach St Westerly RI Saturday, May
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/14/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-182/) - Christ is risen! Sunday, 5/15, Sunday of the Samaritan Woman —Moleben to the Mother of God 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health for Richard and Lisa Swartwout requested by Stefania Sadiwsky 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Acts 11:19-26 and 29-30 Gospel: John 4:5-42, Tone 5 Monday, 5/16, Our Venerable Father Theodore
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/14/parish-announcements-60/) - Sunday of the Samaritan Woman Christ is risen! This week vigil light is offered by Godenciuc family in memory of deceased heroes of Ukraine. Sestretsi will have corporate communion and a meeting in the church hall TODAY, May 15, after the 9:00 am Divine Liturgy STAMFORD CHARITIES APPEAL: Please don’t forget to donate for Charities Appeal.
- [Saints Cyril and Methodius](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/11/saints-cyril-and-methodius/) - Today is the feast of our Holy Fathers Cyril and Methodius, equals-to-the-Apostles and teachers of the Slavs. It is thanks to Ss. Cyril and Methodius' missionary efforts and zeal for the Gospel, they brought the Christian faith in the Slavonic tongue to our ancestors in AD 863. With the Church we sing: O Cyril and
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for May 6](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/06/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-may-6/) - Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for May 6, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/geTA9rXBIj0
- [Prophet Jeremiah](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/01/prophet-jeremiah/) - On the Byzantine liturgical calendar today is the feast of the Holy Prophet Jeremiah; as a point of comparison, the Armenian liturgical calendar commemorates Jeremiah on August 27. Knowledge of sacred Scripture will remind us that the Prophet Jeremiah is one of the major prophets of the Bible. Jeremiah lived in-between the 7th and 6th
- [Holy and Just Job](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/06/holy-and-just-job/) - Today we commemorate the holy and just Job, the Long-Suffering, a man of admirable patience in the land of Uz, who was “simple and upright, fearing God and avoiding evil.” (Job 1:1) If you are suffering and need a friend in Heaven, the sainted Job is your understanding man of faith, hope, trust and patience.
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for May 5, the 71st day of the war](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/05/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-may-5-the-71st-day-of-the-war/) - Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for May 5, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/u4cfU6spbbs
- [Ukrainian Relief Project Collection UPDATE May 6](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/06/ukrainian-relief-project-collection-update-may-6/) - I am writing to you to update you on the task ahead of us in responding to the needs of those adversely affected by the Ukrainian War now in its 72nd day. Updates are posted on the St Michael the Archangel parish website (http://stmichaelukrainian.org) and Facebook group (@stmichaelnewhaven) Herewith is the CURRENT and ONLY list
- [Happy birthday to the Father of the Ukrainian Greek Catholics](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/05/happy-birthday-to-the-father-of-the-ukrainian-greek-catholics/) - Many blessed years to our Patriarch Sviatoslav who turns 52 today.
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for May 4](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/04/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-may-4/) - Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for May 4, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/Ogs6ViRgIxA
- [Ukrainian Relief Project New Haven needs help Friday, 5/6](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/04/ukrainian-relief-project-new-haven-needs-help-friday-5-6/) - We now have a vehicle available to transport all of our boxes to Dnipro in NJ this coming Saturday, May 7th. Mykola Blyzniuk will be bringing his truck to the church hall Friday evening , May 6, so we can load it up and make it ready to deliver to the Dnipro warehouse on Saturday
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for May 3](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/03/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-may-3/) - Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for May 3, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/Z139B16gTBg
- [Cheshire for Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/03/cheshire-for-ukraine/)
- [Thank you 4th Grade Madison Country School](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/03/thank-you-4th-grade-madison-country-school/) - The Madison Country School 4th grade had a bake sale last week and raised $450 for St. Michael's Ukraine Relief Project. Abundant thanks to the 4th grade for their excellent and generous work for our brothers and sisters in Ukraine! #StandWithUrkaine
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for May 2](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/02/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-may-2/) - Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for May 2, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/yQixG82KOZc
- [Keep focused on God with Blessed Emilian Kovch](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/02/keep-focused-on-god-with-blessed-emilian-kovch/) - The Ukrainian Patriarch Sviatoslav mentioned in his video message for May 1st the life of Blessed priest-martyr Emilian Kovch. Who is this man referenced? Blessed Emilian Kovch (1884-1944) was the son of a priest, a married Eastern Catholic priest, and father of six who was persecuted by the Nazi ideologues. Father Emilian served as a
- [Enter the Lord's joy](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/02/enter-the-lords-joy/) - Traditionally this homily of the great bishop of Constantinople, St. John Chrysostom is read at the Easter Vigil. In fact, the Church asks that the priest make this homily his own in the sense that the theology St. John speaks is the authentic, orthodox teaching of the Church. The experience of the saint of the
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for May 1](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/05/01/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-may-1/) - Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for May 1, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/czq8UR6b_uE
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for April 28, 64th day of the war](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/28/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-april-28-64th-day-of-the-war/) - Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for April 28, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/bJXF5nZeahU
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for April 27](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/27/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-april-27/) - Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for April 27, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/nD_CuOvH7OA
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for April 30](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/30/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-april-30/) - Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for April 30, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/baX1ZRJRhAg
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for April 29, 65th day of the war](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/29/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-april-29-65th-day-of-the-war/) - Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for April 29, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/3j8K6uXyNmk
- [Stand With Ukraine-Calendar of Events](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/29/stand-with-ukraine-calendar-of-events/) - Please wear your Ukrainian embroidered shirts and blouses to show support for Ukraine. Saturday, April 30, 7pm-Yunist Benefit Concert-Stamford Palace Theater, 61 Atlantic St, Stamford CT Sunday, May 1, after 10:30am Liturgy-St Michael Ukrainian Catholic Church Easter Dinner 569 George St New Haven CT (No tickets at the door, call the rectory for tickets: $25
- [Night For Ukraine fundraiser](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/28/night-for-ukraine-fundraiser/) - The pastor of the BE Free Church in Branford has organized an event in support of Ukraine. The church is hosting a Night For Ukraine fundraiser for United For Ukraine group to do a little good in overwhelming circumstances. Pastor David has written to invite us to attend and be blessed as we plan to
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/24/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-181/) - Christ is risen! Sunday, 4/24, Thomas Sunday —Distribution of Artos 9:00 a.m. +David Schwartz (5th Anniv.) requested by Barbara Schwartz 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish —Easter Liturgy according to the Julian calendar Epistle: Acts 5:12-20 Gospel: John 20:19-31, Tone 2 Monday, 4/25, Holy Apostle and Evangelist Mark 9:00 a.m. No particular intention
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/24/parish-announcements-59/) - Christ is risen! This week vigil light is offered by Christopher Komondy in memory of Edward Corfini. Sestretsi will have corporate communion and a meeting in the church hall on May 15, after the 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy CHRIST IS RISEN On this glorious and most holy day of Resurrection of our lord Jesus Christ
- [St Mark](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/25/st-mark/) - Happy feast of Saint Mark, evangelist. Blessings for those who are named Mark. Prayers for the Diocese of Venice in Italy. Here’s our mission: Go into all the world and preach the Gospel. (Mark 16:15)
- [Easter parish dinner --“SVIACHENE”](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/25/easter-parish-dinner-sviachene/) - The traditional Easter parish dinner --“SVIACHENE” will be held on May 1, following the Divine Liturgy. We will celebrate only one (1) Divine Liturgy at 10:30 a.m. We will be running a raffle. If you would like to donate any items to be raffled, please bring them to our church hall on Sundays before our
- [Orthodox Easter: A People's Holiday of Freedom --the oppressor is overthrown](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/24/orthodox-easter-a-peoples-holiday-of-freedom-the-oppressor-is-overthrown/) - The following reflection is written by Deacon Nicholas Denysenko, PhD. Deacon Nicholas is a professor of theology and holder of the Jochum Chair at Valparaiso University (IN). He is a greater thinker and preacher. Here is a key for our reflection at Easter (Pascha). Of all the religious observances that belong to the people, Orthodox
- [Helping Refugee Ukrainian Families](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/21/helping-refugee-ukrainian-families/) - Several of you have expressed a desire to host a refugee family from Ukraine. The good news is that there is progress with US Law, but as it is said, it is complicated. Through a friend of our community, Dana Bucin, Honorary Consul of Romania to Connecticut, I will circulate some guidelines soon. She is
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/16/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-180/) - Christ is risen! Sunday, 4/17, Resurrection of Lord and Savior Jesus Christ 9:00 a.m. Procession and Paschal Matins with the Blessing of Artos 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish —Anointing and Blessing of Easter Foods Epistle: Acts 1:1-8 Gospel: John 1:1-17, Tone 1 Monday, 4/18, Bright Monday 10:00 a.m. Special Intention Tuesday, 4/19,
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/16/parish-announcements-58/) - Christ is risen! On this glorious and most holy day of Resurrection of our lord Jesus Christ sincere wishes to our most reverend Bishop of Stamford, His Excellency, Bishop Paul Chomnycky and all our brothers and sisters living in Ukraine and other countries. In particular I greet all of you my dear parishioners, choir members,
- [UPDATE for Ukrainian Relief Project New Haven, April 21, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/21/update-for-ukrainian-relief-project-new-haven-april-21-2022/) - Dear Friends, I hope this email finds you well. The sun is a welcomed gift for me and my honey bees. We have to reschedule the Ukrainian Relief Collection Day that was due to happen this coming Saturday. Getting relief materials to Ukraine in a quick and cost effective way has been a challenge. Philadelphia
- [Our Freedom Has Not Yet Perished](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/17/our-freedom-has-not-yet-perished/)
- [Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/15/holy-saturday-and-easter-sunday-2022/) - Saturday, 4/16, Holy and Great Saturday 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy 4:00 p.m. Blessing of Easter Foods 6:00 p.m. Blessing of Easter Foods 7:00 p.m. Prayers at the Tomb Sunday, 4/17, Holy and Great Resurrection of the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ 9:00 a.m. Procession and Paschal (Easter) Matins —Blessing of Arts (bread) 10:30 a.m. For
- [Ukrainian nuns open doors to guests](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/11/ukrainian-nuns-open-doors-to-guests/) - A good human interest story about our good nuns in Hoshiv (Goshev) by Renata Brito. Be sure to see the posted pictures with the story. "Nuns at the Greek Catholic Congregation of the Sisters of the Holy Family, 100 kilometers (60 miles) from Lviv, have granted refuge to some 40 people fleeing fighting with Russian
- [Ukrainian Catholic Leader Denounces Pope's Plan for Ceremony With Russian Family](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/12/ukrainian-catholic-leader-denounces-popes-plan-for-ceremony-with-russian-family/) - From the Wall Street Journal "I consider such an idea untimely, ambiguous, and such that it does not take into account the context of Russia’s military aggression against Ukraine" – Major Archbishop Sviatoslav Shevchuk, leader of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church regarding plans for the Way of the Cross in Rome organized by the Vatican
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for April 13, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/13/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-april-13-2022/) - Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for April 13, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://www.facebook.com/daniel.galadza/videos/1942158632651653
- [1st Ukrainian Refugee Family Arrives in New Haven](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/12/1st-ukrainian-refugee-family-arrives-in-new-haven/) - Media coverage of the 1st Ukrainian Refugee family to arrive in the New Haven area. The New Haven Independent article is here.
- [Holy Week Schedule 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/12/holy-week-schedule-2022/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Wednesday, 4/13, Holy Priest Martyr Artemon 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts Thursday, 4/14, Holy and Great Thursday 7:00 p.m. Matins with the Passion Gospels Friday, 4/15, Holy and Great Friday 4:00 p.m. Vespers and Veneration of the Holy Shroud Saturday, 4/16, Holy and Great Saturday 9:00 Divine Liturgy
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for April 11, 2022, day 47](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/11/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-april-11-2022-day-47/) - Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for April 11, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/68d7No3_WQg
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/10/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-179/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 4/10, Pussywillow (Flowering) Sunday — Blessing of Pussywillows and anointing 8:45 a.m. Lytija and blessing of Bread 9:00 a.m. +Menya Stacken requested by Judy Ellis —Parish mission preached 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Philippians 4:4-9 Gospel: John 12:1-18, Tone 5 Monday, 4/11, Holy Priest Martyr Antipas
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/10/parish-announcements-57/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Christopher Komondy in memory of Maria Heinrich. A special thanks to Rudolph Brezicki for donating the beautiful pussywillows for today, Pussywillow Sunday! The traditional Easter parish “SVIACHENE” will be held on May 1, following the Divine Liturgy. We will celebrate only one (1) Divine
- [Lazarus Saturday](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/09/lazarus-saturday-2/) - Friday evening we sing, “Having completed the forty days to the profit of our souls.” What profit, indeed, should we have earned from the holy and great forty-day fast? The virtue of humility should be first. We have learned that no matter how much we fast, no matter how much we pray, no matter how
- [Sviatoslav prayed in Bucha for the innocent](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/08/sviatoslav-prayed-in-bucha-for-the-innocent/) - His Beatitude Sviatoslav emphasized that he also prays for justice because “if this sin is not condemned, if this crime is not exposed, it can be repeated.” “Each of us could be in this mass grave,” he said. https://uccmc.org/news/his-beatitude-sviatoslav-prayed-in-bucha-for-the-innocently-killed-ukrainians/
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for April 6, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/06/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-april-6-2022/) - Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for April 6, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/NZpAOX7aj5A
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for April 8, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/09/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-april-8-2022/) - Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for April 8, 2022 Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for April 8, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/wKRNUtOFRjM If you don't want to watch the video, you can read the text of His Beatitude's reflection here.
- [Palm Sunday is “Help Ukraine” Sunday](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/09/palm-sunday-is-help-ukraine-sunday/) - The Divine Liturgy is at 9:00 a.m. (in English) and at 10:30 a.m. (in Ukrainian). CHARITY EVENT “Help Ukraine” Sunday, April 10, from 12:00 to 5:00. The proceeds are supported to help the Ukrainian army and civilians affected by Russian aggression. You can buy jewelry, souvenirs, candles, handmade clothes as well as pastries and homemade
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/03/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-178/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 4/3, 5th Sunday of Lent —Sunday of St Mary of Egypt 9:00 a.m. For the people of the parish 10:30 a.m. God's blessings and health for Jasek Smigelski requested by Stefania Sadiwsky Epistle: Hebrews 9:11-14 Gospel: Mark 10:32-45, Tone 4 Monday, 4/4, Our Venerable Fathers Joseph and George 9:00 a.m.
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/03/parish-announcements-56/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Katia and Andrew Bamber in memory of Michael Yukash. Sestretsi will be having Corporate Communion at 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy today, April 3. Meeting in the church hall after the Divine Liturgy. We will have Fr. Hryhorij (Greg) Lozinskyj for our parish mission today,
- [New Haven Priest Driving refugees to Krakow](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/14/new-haven-priest-driving-refugees-to-krakow/) - This article may be of interest to you. The author is the English language editor of Aleteia, and also a Dominican friar, Father Patrick who is traveling with Dominican Father Jonathan from New Haven, Connecticut. Father Jonathan works for the Knights of Columbus and is the religious superior of the New Haven Dominican friar. Father
- [Stand with Ukraine Events-Week of Mar 13-21, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/15/stand-with-ukraine-events-week-of-mar-13-21-2022/) - Sunday, March 13, 2022-3:30pm -Concert Fundraiser-Polish American Foundation-Trinity on Main Theatre 69 Main St., New Britain CT Sunday, March 13, 2022-4pm -Candlelight Vigil, Town of West Hartford CT Wednesday, March 16, 2022-7pm -Candlelight Vigil, Town of South Windsor CT Sunday, March 20, 2022-7pm -Concert Fundraiser-St Thomas More Chapel 268 Park St., New Haven CT Monday,
- [Ukrainian Relief Project New Haven for March 27](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/27/ukrainian-relief-project-new-haven-for-march-27/) - We are preparing for the great feast of Easter in the coming weeks. Palm Sunday is April 10 and Easter is April 17. Just prior to that, St Michael's parishioners are making our famous pierogi (pyrohy) on April 9. The leadership of the Ukrainian Relief Project New Haven indicated the following schedule for collection dates
- [Ukrainian Americans gather to pray as the Russian invasion continues](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/25/ukrainian-americans-gather-to-pray-as-the-russian-invasion-continues/) - Ali Oshinskie and photographer Ryan Caron King of Connecticut Public Radio came to the Moleben last evening. Thank you Ali and Ryan. The print story is here, but it was presented on CT Public Radio at 90.5FM.
- [Parish announcements this week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2019/05/31/parish-announcements-this-week-85/) - Christ is ascended! This week vigil light is offered to God’s glory by Stephania Tsidaritis in memory of all deceased of the family. The next meeting of the parish Knights of Columbus Blessed Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky Ukrainian Council will be held on Monday, June 3, TOMORROW, at 7:00 p.m. in the Holy Name Room. All
- [New Haven rally Sunday, March 6](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/03/new-haven-rally-sunday-march-6/) - Everyone is invited to the New Haven Green on Sunday, March 6, at 1:00 p.m. for a rally for Peace in Ukraine. Bring a friend or two to this peaceful demonstration.
- [Rally in New Haven for Ukraine on Sunday](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/05/rally-in-new-haven-for-ukraine-on-sunday/)
- [Sunday note to benefactors on the Ukrainian Relief efforts](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/06/sunday-note-to-benefactors-on-the-ukrainian-relief-efforts/) - Many thanks to those of you who generously gave of time and talent and humor today to assist the cause of helping the Ukrainian soldiers. The whole experience was a testament to the beauty of humanity. Thank you! The church hall will be open for these times this week: Monday and Tuesday: 5-7 p.m. Saturdays:
- [Ukrainian Relief Project New Haven UPDATE for March 18, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/18/ukrainian-relief-project-new-haven-update-for-march-18-2022/) - Ukrainian Relief Project New Haven --UPDATE for March 18, 2022 Ways to give this week: The church hall will be open for these times this week: Tuesdays: 5-7 p.m. Saturdays: 10am-2 p.m. Sundays: Noon -1:30 p.m. Humanitarian items to collect are found on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2DC0A0NXSAR5N?type=wishlist You have may have the items sent to the Church:
- [Ukrainian Relief Project New Haven--Update 21 March 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/21/ukrainian-relief-project-new-haven-update-21-march-2022/) - The church hall will be open for these times this week to receive donations: Tuesdays: 5-7 p.m. Saturdays: 10am-2 p.m. Sundays: Noon -1:30 p.m. Ways to give this week: This list of medical supplies was identified as needed by medical professionals in Ukraine. THANK YOU for your generosity! Tourniquets (CAT 5th, 6th, & 7th gen.)
- [Ways to Give to the Humanitarian Relief Project New Haven](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/22/ways-to-give-to-the-humanitarian-relief-project-new-haven/) - Dear Friends, Some of you have asked about the ways to give. Here's the financial ways and then there's the volunteering ways. Come Saturday to help. More info to follow. We ask for your support first and foremost in prayer, asking Our Lord to keep us on the right track. Rather than seeing this as
- [Ukrainian Relief Project New Haven Update for March 26](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/26/ukrainian-relief-project-new-haven-update-for-march-26/) - On Friday, March 25, Carl Harvey (one of the coordinators of the Ukrainian Relief Project) was in Danbury meeting with people who are helping the Ukrainian Relief Project. Here's Carl Harvey's review of Friday: "Ihor Rudko, our UAV National Commander, CT Commissioner of Veterans Affairs and I met with the owners of a Plumbing company
- [Volunteers with the Ukrainian Relief Project New Haven](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/03/volunteers-with-the-ukrainian-relief-project-new-haven/) - Some of our volunteers working to help our Ukrainian brothers and sisters. We are grateful for their time, talent and humor in this great effort. This is only a portion of our volunteers for the Ukrainian Relief Project New Haven! So many more help in their own communities and come to St Michael's to deepen
- [Praying for peace in Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/04/03/praying-for-peace-in-ukraine/) - Today, several of our parishioners --with many others from around CT-- made the journey to The Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes in Litchfield to join Bishop Paul and several of the clergy to pray for peace in Ukraine. Here are some action photos. We can never underestimate prayer wrapped in community.
- [Fifth Tuesday of the Great Fast](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/29/fifth-tuesday-of-the-great-fast/) - Fifth Tuesday of the Great Fast: Isaiah 40:18-31 Our faith begins with creation. We say, “I believe in one God, the Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and of all things both visible and invisible.” The reading from Isaiah today tells us, “The Lord is God from of old, creator of the ends of
- [Pierogi Saturday is April 9](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/27/pierogi-saturday-is-april-9/) - The Pyrohy Project sells the pierogi (varenyky) in the church hall for $8.00 per dozen. Checks payable to "Pyrohy Project.” ***Pierogi Saturday is April 9 --call by 5pm on Tuesday, April 5. ONLY pre-orders. ***Pick up the pierogi (pyrohy or varenyky) on Saturday between 12:30 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. Maria Antonyshn: 203-795-6959 (for English &
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/27/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-177/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 3/27, The 4th Sunday of Lent —Sunday of St John Climacus 9:00 a.m. God’s blessings for Joanna Oleschuk requested by the Sestretsi 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Hebrews 6:13-20 Gospel: Mark 9:17-31, Tone 3 Monday, 3/28, Our Venerable Father Hilary 9:00 a.m. No scheduled intention for
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/27/parish-announcements-55/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Katia and Andrew Bamber in memory of Wasylyna Yukash. Candace Brezicki, 35 years old, fell asleep in the Lord. Please remember Candace in your prayers. Eternal Memory! SOROKOUSTY, All Souls` Saturdays, will NEXT be celebrated on June 4. Let us remember all our loved
- [Praying the Jesus prayer](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/27/praying-the-jesus-prayer/) - The sun is setting in Kyiv. They have started praying the Jesus prayer in the Patriarchal Sobor (Church). His Beatitude Sviatoslav is gathered with some clergy. As the bombs fall, maybe you'll pray with them? The Jesus Prayer is the following sentence repeated: Lord Jesus. Have mercy on us, sinners. #prayforpeace https://youtu.be/MKL-8iz209o
- [Feast of Annunciation](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/25/feast-of-annunciation/) - The Divine Liturgy will be served today, March 25, for the solemn feast of the Annunciation of the Holy Theotokos, Mary, the Mother of God. 8:45 a.m. Lytija and Blessing of Bread 9:00 a.m. For the people of the parish; Myrovann (Anointing) 7:00 p.m. +Michael Lipcan Sr. (Pan.) requested by Barbara and Patrick Bagley The
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for March 24, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/24/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-march-24-2022/) - Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for March 24, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/shqLURezAOM
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for March 23, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/23/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-march-23-2022/) - Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for March 23, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/YklIc7q3vfU
- [4th Sunday of Lent, Sunday of St John of the Ladder](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/26/4th-sunday-of-lent-sunday-of-st-john-of-the-ladder/) - As ever-blooming fruits, you offer the teachings of your God-given book, O wise John, most blessed, while sweetening the hearts of all them that heed it with vigilance; for it is a ladder from the earth unto Heaven that confers glory on the souls that ascend it and honor you faithfully. (Kontakion) Here are the
- [Stand with Ukraine-Calendar of Events this week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/24/stand-with-ukraine-calendar-of-events-this-week/) - Friday, March 25, 7pm -Candlelight Vigil-Durham Town Green Rt 17 Durham CT Saturday, March 26, 10am -St Patrick Day Parade-gather at Parker Avenue/East Main St through West Main St/Bradley Ave, Meriden CT Saturday, March 26, 1pm-5pm -Eastern European Buffet Polish American Veterans Club 51 Central Ave, New London CT Saturday, March 26, 4pm -Brookfield CT
- [War on Ukraine: Why Catholic Media Must Cover Conflict](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/24/war-on-ukraine-why-catholic-media-must-cover-conflict/) - “God is working through all of this,” said Archbishop Gudziak. Images “are reinforcing for all the realization of the God-given dignity of all human beings, the need for peace and justice, and the rule of law. Be not afraid to protect the innocent.” Michael J.L. La Civita of CNEWA writes an informative article. Catholic Near
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for March 22, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/22/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-march-22-2022/) - Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for March 22, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/DUbxOChha0I
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for March 21, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/21/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-march-21-2022/) - Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for March 21, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/XhkKwENaDeE
- [Sign of the Holy Cross](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/21/sign-of-the-holy-cross/) - Often we make the Sign of the Cross without thinking of the meaning of this gesture. It is easy to forget; hopefully it is easy to get back to the center, too. In the days following the Sunday of the Veneration of the Holy Cross, perhaps we can stop to think and "feel" our making
- [Sunday of the Holy Cross](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/20/sunday-of-the-holy-cross/) - Today in the Byzantine Catholic Church it is the Sunday of the Holy Cross. It is a day on which we recall that wood heals wood, the wood of the cross heals the wood that tree in paradise we were told not to eat from. Today we venerate the Holy Cross and it signals mid-Lent.
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for March 20, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/20/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-march-20-2022/) - Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for March 20, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/oMezJuZgzfU
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for March 17, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/19/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-march-17-2022/) - Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for March 17, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/JQxN3u2XjGM
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for March 18, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/19/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-march-18-2022/) - Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for March 18, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/A7gqy-FIKOo
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for March 19, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/19/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-march-19-2022/) - Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for March 19, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/_xN7ScpkOiQ
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/20/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-176/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 3/20, 3rd Sunday of Lent — Veneration of the Holy Cross 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and peace in Ukraine 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish; +Roman Lutsiuk - Panachyda Epistle: Hebrews 4:14-5:6 Gospel: Mark 8:34-9:1, Tone 2 Monday, 3/21, Our Venerable Father James 9:00 a.m. +Gregory Levitzky (67th
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/20/parish-announcements-54/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Chris Komondy in memory of Helmut Heinrich. FROZEN PYROHY is sold out now. If you would like to have a Confession, Holy Communion or prayer of the sick at your house or nursing home, please call the rectory at 203-865-0388. SOROKOUSTY will be celebrated
- [Ukrainian Relief Project UPDATE for March 14, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/14/ukrainian-relief-project-update-for-march-14-2022/) - Ukrainian Relief Project --UPDATE for March 14, 2022 Ways to give this week: The church hall will be open for these times this week: Tuesdays: 5-7 p.m. Saturdays: 10am-2 p.m. Sundays: Noon -1:30 p.m. Humanitarian items to collect are found on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2DC0A0NXSAR5N?type=wishlist You have may have the items sent to the Church: St. Michael
- [Hope in darkness: new life](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/16/hope-in-darkness-new-life/) - On March 15, in the village of Slavutych in the Chernihiv region, surrounded by enemy troops, a baby was born by the Presbytera of Father Yuri Logaza, rector of the UGCC church of the icon of the Mother of God of Perpetual Help. "2.20 am… no lights in the hospital, pnly candles, generator that did
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for March 15, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/15/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-march-15-2022/) - Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for March 15, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles.https://www.facebook.com/daniel.galadza/videos/1355840588233571
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for March 14, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/14/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-march-14-2022/) - Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for March 14, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/yVN2BDrAqbs
- [Killed in Maripol](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/14/killed-in-maripol/) - 2,187 civilian inhabitants of the Ukrainian city of Mariupol were killed by the Russian troops. The city is still under siege. The Russians don’t let the humanitarian aid in and the people out. Fr. Andriy Zelinskyy 13 March 2022 Eternal memory. NB: Fr. Andriy is a graduate of St. Basil Seminary, Stamford, CT
- [A summary of our charitable work](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/14/a-summary-of-our-charitable-work/) - Here is a summary of our charitable work for the Ukrainian Relief Project New Haven. It is important to keep a Christian perspective according to the mind of Jesus: "Truly, I say to you, as you did it not to one of the least of these, you did it not to me" (Matthew 25: 45).
- [Third Week of the Great Fast](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/14/third-week-of-the-great-fast-3/) - During this week, at Vespers, we read the story of the flood and the salvation of the righteous man Noah and his family. At first, this might seem to be the dark side of God, and on Friday, we heard: “When the Lord saw how great the wickedness of human beings was on earth, and
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for March 13, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/13/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-march-13-2022/) - Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for March 13, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/4wVkbjoJhxQ
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for March 12, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/12/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-march-12-2022/) - Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for March 12, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/2rr8bIxEhls
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for March 11, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/11/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-march-11-2022/) - Here is the daily message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for March 11, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://youtu.be/r0EMGIz6I_g
- [ROCOR and The War in Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/11/rocor-and-the-war-in-ukraine/) - In this video, Dr. Sr. Vassa Larin talks about the war in Ukraine, based on her experience of growing up in the ROCOR, the Russian Orthodox Church Outside Russia. https://youtu.be/1OhLtsDa9EU
- [Special Benefit Concert for Ukraine in New Haven](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/12/special-benefit-concert-for-ukraine-in-new-haven/) - Sunday, March 20th at 7:00 pm, St Thomas More Chapel, 268 Park St., New Haven. Join us for a special hour of music at a candlelit concert to benefit refugees from Ukraine. Mezzo-Soprano Karolina Wojteczko '20 Mus.M. will perform sacred music selections from across the centuries with organ, violin and cello accompaniment. The concert is
- [New Haven Stands with Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/10/new-haven-stands-with-ukraine/) - Here's an article on last Sunday's rally on the New Haven Green. Read and see the pictures.
- [A prayer for Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/10/a-prayer-for-ukraine/) - Almighty and Great God, accept our gratitude for your boundless mercy towards us. Hear the supplication of our afflicted hearts for the land and people of Ukraine, as they confront foreign aggression and invasion. Open the eyes of those who have been overtaken by a spirit of deception and violence, that they be horrified by
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for March 10, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/10/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-march-10-2022/) - Here is the message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for March 10, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://www.facebook.com/daniel.galadza/videos/648161036491027
- [A frontline worker explains her decision](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/10/a-frontline-worker-explains-her-decision/) - An article about the work of a great and holy person, Tanya! May God bless her! The article: ‘There’s no place I’d rather be,’ says frontline aid worker in Ukraine
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for March 9, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/10/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-march-9-2022/) - Here is the message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for March 9, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://www.facebook.com/daniel.galadza/videos/360978209264657
- [Donations for the Ukrainian Relief Project](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/08/donations-for-the-ukrainian-relief-project/) - The donations for humanitarian aid and for the soldiers continue to arrive. And we expect more to arrive in the days and weeks ahead. Thanks be to God. A truck of medical supplies is leaving tomorrow (God willing) by truck to the greater Philadelphia/New Jersey area. I know that some aid is going for free, but
- [International Women’s Day](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/08/international-womens-day/) - Happy International Women’s Day! May Mary, the Holy and Great Mother of God intercede for all women and inspiring them in living out their vocation!
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for March 8, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/08/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-march-8-2022-2/) - Here is the message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for March 8, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://www.facebook.com/daniel.galadza/videos/1016244858971258
- [Ukrainian Relief Project --UPDATE for March 7, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/07/ukrainian-relief-project-update-for-march-7-2022/) - Today we received your generosity with an open and grateful heart for the people of Ukraine. As you can see from the pictures attached here you can see abundance. We are very thankful to all the people who made donations during these couple days. We even didn’t expect so many people will respond and consequently
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for March 7, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/07/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-march-7-2022/) - Here is the message of His Beatitude Sviatoslav for March 7, 2022. In Ukrainian with English subtitles. https://www.facebook.com/daniel.galadza/videos/716895069305792
- [Requesting donations for Ukrainian Humanitarian Aid through Monday, 3/7](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/07/requesting-donations-for-ukrainian-humanitarian-aid-through-monday-3-7/) - We are collecting humanitarian aid packages for Ukraine. Items should be delivered this week to St Michael’s Ukrainian Catholic Church in New Haven by Monday, March 7, 2022 or Ukrainian National Home of Hartford by Monday, March 7, 2022--see addresses below (Or as soon as you can-there will be another shipment arranged later.) NOTE WELL:
- [Message from Patriarch Sviatoslav for March 5, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/05/message-from-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-march-5-2022/) - Daily Message from His Beatitude Sviatoslav on Saturday, 5 March 2022 In Ukrainian with English subtitles https://youtu.be/-9xWfeVYtsw
- [Message from Patriarch Sviatoslav for March 6 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/06/message-from-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-march-6-2022/) - Message from Kyiv by Patriarch Sviatoslav for 6 March 2022 https://www.facebook.com/daniel.galadza/videos/2457740611047373
- [A Light in Darkness as a sign of hope](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/06/a-light-in-darkness-as-a-sign-of-hope/) - As a sign of hope in darkness, place one (1) electric candle in the window of your home, and be sure to have it lit each night for the duration of the war. The one candle will show our solidarity with the everyone in Ukraine. This is a sign of our hope and expectation for
- [Lenten Retreat offered](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/06/lenten-retreat-offered/) - You, me, our friends, need a moment of retreat during Lent. Join us for this morning of prayer. Give yourself this gift as we approach Easter. Fr Gregory, a friend of our parish is hosting this morning retreat.
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/06/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-175/) - Christ is among us! Sunday, 3/06, First Sunday of Lent --Sunday of Orthodoxy 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and peace in Ukraine 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Hebrews 11:24-26, 32-12:2 Gospel: John 1:43-51, Tone 8 Monday, 3/07, Hieromartyrs Basil and Ephrem 9:00 a.m. No scheduled intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday, 3/08,
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/06/parish-announcements-53/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Family in memory of Frances Dmyterko. If you would like to have a Confession, Holy Communion or prayer of the sick at your house or nursing home, please call the rectory at 203-865-0388. We have FROZEN PYROHY for sale in the church hall $10.00
- [First Sunday of the Great Fast: the Witness of Phillip](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/06/first-sunday-of-the-great-fast-the-witness-of-phillip/) - The original title of this Sunday was the Sunday of the Prophets. Today it is the Sunday of Orthodoxy because we celebrate the victory of the true faith in icons in A.D. 843. We can depict our Lord in icons because he has become a human being, with a human body that we can see,
- [Ukrainian Relief Project New Haven --UPDATED](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/05/ukrainian-relief-project-new-haven-updated/) - Here is an UPDATED list of items we are collecting for the Ukrainian soldiers at St Michael the Archangel Ukrainian Catholic Church, 569 George Street, New Haven. Parish collection for Ukrainian soldiers --UPDATED -Sat., 3/5/22 A BIG thank you to all who came by the church hall today to make a donation of goods and
- [Prayer for peace in Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/05/prayer-for-peace-in-ukraine/) - O Lord our God, look down with mercy on the Ukrainian people. Protect and save them from the unjust aggressors who seek to subdue them. Grant them steadfast trust in your mercy and protection. O Mother of God, who gave us your miraculous icon at Zarvanytsia, intercede for the Ukrainian people, who run to the
- [Stand with Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/04/stand-with-ukraine/) - Friday, March 4, Wesleyan University Middletown CT, 12:00 noon & 4:30pm Saturday, March 5, Ruth Steinkraus Bridge Downtown Post Rd & Jesup Rd Westport CT, 11:00am-12:30pm Sunday, March 6, New Haven Green, 1:00pm-New Haven CT
- [Petition to Governor of CT to light the Pearl Harbor Bridge](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/03/petition-to-governor-of-ct-to-light-the-pearl-harbor-bridge/) - Here is a petition to the Governor of Connecticut to order that the Pearl Harbor Memorial Bridge be lit blue and gold in solidarity with Ukraine. The petition is proposed by Bob Marra. Please consider signing. https://www.change.org/PearlHarborMemorialBridge_ForUkraine
- [Message from Patriarch Sviatoslav for March 4, 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/04/message-from-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-march-4-2022/) - Daily Message from Patriarch Sviatoslav for Friday, 4 March 2022 In Ukrainian with English subtitles https://youtu.be/prq321meOSk
- [Ukrainian American Veterans Help Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/04/ukrainian-american-veterans-help-ukraine/)
- [Parish collection for Ukrainians, in particular the soldiers](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/03/parish-collection-for-ukrainians-in-particular-the-soldiers/) - We are collecting the following items: NEW --not used white tube socks men's underwear men's tee shirts sweaters winter coats aspirin Tylenol Hydrogen Peroxide Simply Saline Wound Wash tooth paste and tooth brushes bar soap shampoo AND tea bags New items only. Do NOT clean out your closets and drop them off to the church.
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for March 3](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/03/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-march-3/) - Daily Message of His Beatitude from Kyiv for Thursday, 3 March 2022 In Ukrainian with English subtitles https://youtu.be/uTHTlP2I1_8
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/28/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-174/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 2/27, Cheese-fare Sunday 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing of Ukraine requested by the parish 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Romans 13:11-14:4 Gospel: Matthew 6:14-21, Tone 7 Monday, 2/28, Our Father Basil, confessor 9:00 a.m. No Divine Liturgy —First Day of Great Lent 6:00 p.m. Moleben to the
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/28/parish-announcements-52/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Family in memory of all members of Waselik family. The Great Fast/Lent begins Sunday evening with Forgiveness Vespers, or Monday when we begin with prayer and fasting. Our Church, the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church traditionally prescribes abstention from meat and dairy products for the
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for Wednesday, 2 March 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/02/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-for-wednesday-2-march-2022/) - Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav for Wednesday, 2 March 2022 from Kyiv (with English subtitles) https://www.facebook.com/daniel.galadza/videos/533290938024187
- [Byzantine schedule of biblical readings for Great Lent](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/28/byzantine-schedule-of-biblical-readings-for-great-lent/) - Byzantine schedule of biblical readings for Great Lent. Even if we can't get to church every day during Great Lent we can keep up with the daily Bible readings with this chart.
- [Great Lent 2022 begins](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/27/great-lent-2022-begins/) - Great Lent, or the Great Fast, begins tonight with Forgiveness Vespers. What is Forgiveness Vespers? It is the praying of the psalms and other Scripture passages assigned for the evening before Lent at the conclusion everybody asks to be forgiven by God and the community and often with the anointing with holy oil at the
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav Tuesday, 1 March 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/03/01/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-tuesday-1-march-2022/) - Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav this Tuesday morning, 1 March 2022 https://www.facebook.com/daniel.galadza/videos/1154977241998159
- [Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav from Kyiv Monday, 28 February 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/28/message-of-patriarch-sviatoslav-from-kyiv-monday-28-february-2022/) - Message of Patriarch Sviatoslav from Kyiv this morning of Monday, 28 February 2022 Ukrainian with English subtitles https://www.facebook.com/28134002/videos/1196569727760904
- [Donating to help people in Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/27/donating-to-help-people-in-ukraine/) - You can donate on the Philadelphia Archdiocese's website www.ukrarcheparchy.us, and click on Donate through PAYPAL and select “WAR VICTIMS AND HUMANITARIAN CRISIS IN UKRAINE”. Write a check to the “Ukrainian Catholic Archdiocese of Philadelphia” and send it to the office at 810 North Franklin Street, Philadelphia PA 19123. Please write on the check “Humanitarian Aid
- [Moleben to the Blessed Virgin Mary this week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/27/moleben-to-the-blessed-virgin-mary-this-week/) - Every evening this week we will pray the Moleben to the Mother of God for the Peace in Ukraine at 6:00 p.m., in English and Ukrainian.
- [Community gathered today in support of Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/27/community-gathered-today-in-support-of-ukraine/) - The community gathered in the church hall to support Ukraine in her current suffering. Ukrainians and non-Ukrainians alike. The rally started with praying Psalm 31 and concluded with a prayer offered by Fr Iura Godenciuc. We we were honored by the Senator Richard Blumenthal, Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro, Governor Ned Lamont and Mayor Justin Elicker.
- [Praying Psalm 31 for Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/27/praying-psalm-31-for-ukraine/) - The Chief Rabbi of Ukraine has asked for Christians to recite Psalm 31 aloud. Psalm 31:21-24 21 Praise be to the Lord, for he showed me the wonders of his love when I was in a city under siege. 22 In my alarm I said, “I am cut off from your sight!” Yet you heard
- [Rallies in Connecticut today](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/27/rallies-in-connecticut-today/) - Hartford, CT -Ukrainian National Home of Hartford, 961 Wethersfield Avenue, Hartford, CT -1:00pm New Haven, CT -St Michael Ukrainian Catholic church hall, 569 George Street, New Haven, CT -11:30am New Haven, CT -Yale Ukrainian Student Club-Sterling Memorial Library High Street, New Haven, CT -2:00pm
- [Patriarch Sviatoslav of Kyiv writes on Saturday, February 26](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/26/patriarch-sviatoslav-of-kyiv-writes-on-saturday-february-26/) - Message from His Beatitude, Archbishop Sviatoslav of Kyiv and Halych, Father and Head of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church this morning from Kyiv, English translation by Fr Deacon Daniel Galazda: Glory to Jesus Christ! Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ! Today is Saturday, February 26, and the sun is rising over Kyiv, over Ukrainian Kyiv,
- [Good-by to cheese brings new life at Pascha!](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/26/good-by-to-cheese-brings-new-life-at-pascha/) - This weekend we are even closer to the Kingdom of God. The Kingdom is not found because we give up meat and cheese and follow the prescriptions of the Great Fast like a robot. No, we enter into the Kingdom of God as a result of our being in good relationship with God and our
- [CT United States Congresswoman and Senator to visit parish](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/25/ct-united-states-congresswoman-and-senator-to-visit-parish/) - Christ is among us! On Sunday, February 27, US Congresswoman Delauro and US Senator Richard Blumenthal will be ATTENDING the 10:30 Divine Liturgy to pray with us. They are not coming to make speeches. Following the Liturgy, Congresswoman Delauro and Senator Blumenthal will meet with the community in the church hall. They are coming to
- [Prayer service TONIGHT, Feb. 25, for Ukraine](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/25/prayer-service-tonight-feb-25-for-ukraine/) - TONIGHT (Feb. 25) at 7pm, there will be the Moleben to the Mother of God. Join us for prayer for Ukraine.
- [Entrusting our prayers, aspirations to the Mother of God](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/24/entrusting-our-prayers-aspirations-to-the-mother-of-god/) - This evening we gathered at 7pm to sing the Moleben to the Mother of God. In the time of suffering, violence and injustice (person, economic, social and religious) we approach the Mary, the Mother of God, placing ourselves under her mantle for protection. We especially pray for those killed and those injured in this war.
- [Call to prayer tonight at the parish](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/24/call-to-prayer-tonight-at-the-parish/) - Christ is among us! We are having a 7pm bi-lingual prayer service TONIGHT for Ukraine. Join us. ALSO, at 7pm tonight in other parishes in the Eparchy: St Michael Ukrainian Catholic Church, 135 Wethersfield Avenue, Hartford CT St Josaphat Ukrainian Catholic Church, 303 Eddy Glover Blvd, New Britain CT St Michael Ukrainian Catholic Church, 569
- [Appeal of His Beatitude Sviatoslav](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/23/appeal-of-his-beatitude-sviatoslav/) - Appeal of His Beatitude Sviatoslav to the Sons and Daughters of the Ukrainian People in Ukraine and Abroad, and to all People of Good Will Tuesday, February 22, 2022 Dear Brothers and Sisters, The recognition by the president of the Russian Federation of the “independence and sovereignty” of the self-proclaimed LNR and DNR creates serious
- [Giving humanitarian aid](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/22/giving-humanitarian-aid/) - Catholic Neat East Welfare Association (CNEWA) is the process of setting up ways to finance humanitarian aid for those affected Ukrainian War with Russia. A donation may be made here.
- [Moving toward the Great Fast: Meat-fare Sunday](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/19/moving-toward-the-great-fast-meat-fare-sunday/) - As the daylight increases we move closer to Holy Pascha. There is a cosmic connection here. But before we meet the Risen Lord in the Mysteries of Pascha we have a period of more intense prayer, fasting and almsgiving. The three go together otherwise it the Christian practice is bizarre. As one person said, fasting
- [All Souls' Saturdays](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/19/all-souls-saturdays/) - Saturday, February 19 is the first of the five All Souls' Saturdays. We will serve the Divine Liturgy TODAY at 9am. Prayer for the departed is one of the best acts of charity we can perform. It is also an expression of our faith in the resurrection of the dead. The Byzantine Church remembers the
- [Remain united, Patriarch urges](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/18/remain-united-patriarch-urges/) - Patriarch Sviatoslav of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church has urged us to remain united in “the face of this great threat … on our borders.” The Catholic World Report has the story. Read: https://www.catholicworldreport.com/2022/02/15/major-archbishop-urges-ukrainians-to-be-united-in-face-of-great-threat/?fbclid=IwAR3yxTFlRSS7FsiN9fhGNXWd5cAv3Xi96g7eH0Mw1w6q1QUxfn_UCSzxY4U
- [Prayer for peace in Ukraine this week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/13/prayer-for-peace-in-ukraine-this-week/) - Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday we will pray the Moleben to the Holy Mother of God at 7:00 p.m. It is crucial that you are present for this prayer. Join us in prayer for peace!
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/13/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-173/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 2/13, Sunday of the Prodigal Son 9:00 a.m. Special Intention 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20 Gospel: Luke 15:11-32, Tone 5 Monday, 2/14, Repose of Cyril apostle of Slavs 9:00 a.m. +Anna Lipcan (13th Anniv., Pan.) requested by Barbara and Patrick Bagley Tuesday, 2/15,
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/13/parish-announcements-51/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Chris Komondy in memory of Henri Heinrich. SOROKOUSTY will be celebrated during Lent in All Soul’s Saturdays, February 19, March 12, 19, 26 and June 4. Please take a book found in the entrance of the church, fill it out, place it in envelope,
- [Sunday of the Prodigal Son](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/13/sunday-of-the-prodigal-son-4/) - The parable read today is usually called “the parable of the Prodigal Son,” who is at the center of the story. It might also be called “the parable of the Merciful Father,” who welcomes back his son, embracing him, restoring him to his position, declaring a joyous celebration without even seeming to hear or listen
- [Our Journey through the Great Fast to Holy Pascha](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/06/our-journey-through-the-great-fast-to-holy-pascha/)
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/06/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-172/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 2/6, Sunday of the Publican and Pharisee 9:00 a.m. +Olga Pospolita requested by Luba Dubno 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 2 Timothy 3:10-15 Gospel: Luke 18:10-14, Tone 4 Monday, 2/07, Our Venerable Father Parthenius 9:00 a.m. No scheduled intention for the Liturgy Tuesday, 2/08, Holy Great
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/02/06/parish-announcements-50/) - Christ is in our midst! This week vigil light is offered by Mary Ann Mikosky in memory of Eugenia Kozak Harvey. There will be frozen PYROHY for sale in the church hall for as long as supplies last. SOROKOUSTY will be celebrated during Lent in All Souls’ Saturdays, February 19, March 12, 19, 26 and
- [In Zacchaeus there is simplicity and honesty](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/01/30/in-zacchaeus-there-is-simplicity-and-honesty/) - Having just finished the Nativity Cycle we start moving toward the Lenten Cycle and Zacchaeus is our man. In fact, he's the model of Christian conversion: turning toward the Lord. “Zacchaeus, come down quickly, for today I must stay at your house.”(Luke 19:5) Today salvation has come to this house because this man too is
- [Ukrainian Bishops in the USA call to prayer](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/01/25/ukrainian-bishops-in-the-usa-call-to-prayer/) - “For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them.” (Mt. 189:20) For the past eight years, since the invasion of parts of the Luhansk and Donetsk regions, and the annexation of the Crimean Peninsula by the Russian Federation, Ukraine has lived under constant threat. The hybrid war fomented on Ukraine
- [Day of Prayer for Peace on January 26](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/01/25/day-of-prayer-for-peace-on-january-26/) - Christ is among us! Two opportunities for prayer for January 26: 1. At the Parish on January 26 at 7pm, we will pray the Moleben to the Holy Mother of God. It is critical that we as a parish community of faith come to the Church to beg for the gift of peace! One's physical
- [PRAYER FOR UKRAINE](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/01/26/prayer-for-ukraine/) - TODAY, on January 26th, all faithful are asked to join in prayer for a peaceful resolution. At home, at work, online or alone take a moment...
- [Pope calls for Day of Prayer for Peace](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/01/24/pope-calls-for-day-of-prayer-for-peace/) - Following the Pope's Sunday Angelus address (23 January 2022), he called us to a day of prayer for peace: "I am following with concern the increase of tensions that threaten to inflict a new blow to the peace in Ukraine, and call into question the security of the European continent, with wider repercussions. I make
- [US Ukrainian Catholic Bishops make peace and justice appeal](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/01/24/us-ukrainian-catholic-bishops-make-peace-and-justice-appeal/) - In letter to the faithful, the US Ukraine Catholic Bishops speak out against the aggression of Russian toward the people of Ukraine. In part the bishops wrote, "God-given human dignity and freedom threaten rulers who seek to dominate others, build empires, enslave, and colonize. Those with the audacity to resist, who dare to move from
- [Gudziak interview on current Ukraine crisis](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/01/24/gudziak-interview-on-current-ukraine-crisis/) - Archbishop Borys Gudziak, head of the Ukrainian Catholic Archeparchy of Philadelphia, gave an interview on the current crisis between Ukraine and Russia. Here is the Catholic News Service article from January 20, 2022.
- [Into the Light: Conversations with Sviatoslav Shevchuk](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/01/22/into-the-light-conversations-with-sviatoslav-shevchuk/) - A word from our friend and fellow parishioner, John Burger Friends, I have good news to share. Yesterday, I signed a contract with Our Sunday Visitor publishing. My book, Into the Light: Conversations with Sviatoslav Shevchuk, will be published in 2023. I am grateful to God for this development, and grateful to all who have
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/01/23/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-171/) - Christ is born! Sunday, 1/23, 35th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. +Paul Paluha requested by Jaroslaw Paluha 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 2 Corinthians 6:16-7:1 Gospel: Matthew 15:21-28, Tone 2 Monday, 1/24, Our Venerable Xenia 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday, 1/25, Our Venerable Gregory the Theologian
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/01/23/parish-announcements-49/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by the Sokhan Family in memory of Yaroslava Kalynec. If you would like to have a Confession, Holy Communion or prayer of the sick at your house or nursing home, please call the rectory at 203-865-0388. St. Michael’s Parish invites you to come to our
- [Parish Prosfora on Sunday January 23](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/01/16/parish-prosfora-on-sunday-january-23/) - Earlier today at the Sunday Divine Liturgy Father Iura postponed the 2022 Prosfora. Stay tuned for further details. St. Michael’s Parish invites you to come to our traditional Ukrainian Christmas PROSFORA on Sunday, January 23, 2022 at noon. The cost is $25 per diner. Tickets may be purchased from January 10 to January 20. This
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/01/16/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-170/) - Christ is born! Sunday, 1/16, 34th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. +Kyle Paluha requested by Jaroslaw Paluha 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Timothy 1:15-17 Gospel: Luke 18:35-43, Tone 1 Monday, 1/17, Our Venerable Anthony the Great 10:00 a.m. Funeral Divine Liturgy for Osyp Danko Tuesday, 1/18, Our Holy Father Athanasius
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/01/16/parish-announcements-48/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Dumalskyy Family in memory of Hanna Dumalska. Osyp Danko fell asleep in the Lord. Please remember him in your prayers. Eternal Memory! We would like to thank our parishioners who have supported our efforts this past year. Through our recent sale of kolaci and
- [The 8th Day of Christmas](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2022/01/01/the-8th-day-of-christmas/) - Happy New Year, Blessings for 2022! Today the Church honors the 8th day of the Nativity, the circumcision of the Lord. The ritual also includes the naming of the child --Jesus. It is also a day on which we consider our own incorporation into the Church through Baptism. In both cases, today is a day
- [Octave Day of Christmas](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/12/31/octave-day-of-christmas/) - Happy New Year's! On January 1, at 11:00 a.m. the Divine Liturgy will be served for the feast of the Circumcision of the Lord. Following the Liturgy we will gather in the church hall for a glass of champagne --as is our parish custom.
- [The Blessing of Homes 2022](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/12/26/the-blessing-of-homes-2022/) - The Blessing of Homes following the feast of Holy Theophany is a sacred time for us. Father Iura is now scheduling this time-honored Ukrainian tradition. Blessings will begin on January 8 and will call in-advance to inform as to the time of his visit.
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/12/26/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-169/) - Christ is born! Glorify Him! Sunday, 12/26, Sunday after Christmas 9:00 a.m. For the people of the parish 10:30 a.m. +Vera Walnysky requested by Christine Floramo Epistle: Galatians 1:11-19 or Hebrews 2-11-18 Gospel: Matthew 2:13-23, Tone 6 Monday, 12/27, St. Stephen the Protomartyr 9:00 a.m. Special Intention Tuesday, 12/28, 20,000 martyrs of Nicomedia 9:00 a.m.
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/12/26/parish-announcements-47/) - Christ is born! Glorify Him! This week vigil light is offered by Barbara and Patrick Bagley in memory of Michael Lipcan. A note from the pastor With the upcoming Holidays of New Year 2022 and Epiphany our best wishes to our Bishop His Excellency Paul Chomnycky, Parishioners, Trustees, book keeper, Choir Director and members of
- [The Gift of God: Preparing for the Nativity of the Lord](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/12/21/the-gift-of-god-preparing-for-the-nativity-of-the-lord/) - As we are quickly approaching Christmas, I want to remind you of a beautiful talk in the library of God With Us Online by Fr. David Anderson called The Gift of God: Preparing for the Nativity of the Lord. I invite you to take a little time in the bustle of the next few days
- [Christmas Schedule 2021](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/12/20/christmas-schedule-2021/) - Friday, 12/24, Today is a day of abstinence in preparation for the feast of Christmas 9:00 a.m. No scheduled intention for the Divine Liturgy Saturday, 12/25, The Nativity of Our Lord, God and Savior Jesus Christ 9:45 a.m. Great Compline (the “God with us” service) 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish —Anointing at
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/12/19/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-168/) - CHRIST IS BORN! Sunday, 12/19, Sunday before Christmas 9:00 a.m. +Sophie DeCarlo requested by the Sestretsi 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Hebrews 11:-10;17-23; 32-40 Gospel: Matthew 1:1-25, Tone 5 Monday, 12/20, Holy Priest Martyr Ignatius 9:00 a.m. +Eva, Stefan, Wolodymyr requested by the Family Tuesday, 12/21, Holy Martyr Iuliana 9:00 a.m.
- [Orthodoxy and Heterodoxy](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/12/13/orthodoxy-and-heterodoxy/) - God With Us Online is hosting Father Christiaan Kappes who will lead us through the breathtaking story of the battle of the Holy Fathers of the Ecumenical Councils to preserve the integrity of the faith against heresy in the decisive first centuries of Church history. Register by clicking here.
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/12/12/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-167/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 12/12, 29th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. +Luka Szymkiw (10th Anniv.) requested by Szymkiw and Allderige families 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Colossians 3:4-11 Gospel: Luke 14:16-24, Tone 4 Monday, 12/13, Holy Martyrs Eustratios and Orestes 9:00 a.m. No scheduled intention for the Divine Liturgy today
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/12/12/parish-announcements-46/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Halia Lodynsky and family in memory of Stefan Jurczak. DEAR PARISHIONERS: If you would like to have a Confession, Holy Communion or prayer of the sick at your house or nursing home, please call the rectory at (203) 865-0388. All donations and contribution must
- [Synaxis of the Holy Forefathers](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/12/12/synaxis-of-the-holy-forefathers/) - Today is the Sunday or Synaxis of the Holy Forefathers. Two weeks until the feast of the Nativity of Lord and Savior. God With Us Online has provided us with some resources for our personal preparation for actively participating in the worship of the Holy Trinity. The Gospel Reflection is host by Father Daniel, a
- [Parish Christmas Fair](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/12/10/parish-christmas-fair/)
- [Holiday Choral Concert: Heaven and Earth Rejoice!](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/12/07/holiday-choral-concert-heaven-and-earth-rejoice/)
- [St Nicholas the wonderworker](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/12/06/st-nicholas-the-wonderworker-2/) - Our father among the saints, Nicholas, archbishop of Myra in Lycea, the wonderworker. There is probably more folklore surrounding St Nicholas than any other saint on the calendar, though actual biographical facts are few. He was bishop in Myra, in what is now Turkey, during the first part of the fourth century. He probably attended
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/11/21/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-166/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 11/21, 26th Sunday after Pentecost —Entrance into the Temple of the Holy Theotokos 9:00 a.m. +Emilia Dubno requested by the Family 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Ephesians 5:9-19 Gospel: Luke 12:16-21, Tone 1 Monday, 11/22, Holy Apostle Philemon and those with him 9:00 a.m. + Ivan
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/11/21/parish-announcements-45/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Halia Lodynsky and family in memory of Stefan Jurczak. If you would like to have a Confession, Holy Communion or prayer of the sick at your house or nursing home, please call the rectory at 203-865-0388 We invite you to our Christmas Bazaar, which
- [Patriarch Sviatoslav tells of Ukrainian problems to Pope](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/11/20/patriarch-sviatoslav-tells-of-ukrainian-problems-to-pope/) - The Patriarch recently met with Pope Francis in Rome relating to him the various problems Ukrainian Society face: war, oligarchs and illness. The conversation also included the pastoral response to these matters of concern. Here is the article from the UGCC ... read it.
- [Erastus, Olympus, Rodion, and companions --Apostles](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/11/10/erastus-olympus-rodion-and-companions-apostles/) - On the Byzantine liturgical calendar today we commemorate the holy apostles, Erastus, Olympus, Rodion, and their companions. Remembered as apostles and little heard of unless you are a student of sacred Scripture. When St Paul wrote his letter to the Romans he was staying in Corinth. Erastus was the treasurer of that city and a
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/11/08/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-165/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 11/07, 24th Sunday after Pentecost 10:15 a.m. Lytija and Blessing of Bread 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish, +All members of St. Michael Society, Anointing -Myrovann Epistle: Ephesians 2:14-22 Gospel: Luke 8:41-56, Tone 7 Monday, 11/08, Synaxis of St. Michael 9:00 a.m. +Volodymyr (19th Anniv., Pan.) requested by
- [Holodomor event in New Haven](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/11/10/holodomor-event-in-new-haven/)
- [Synaxis for the archangels](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/11/08/synaxis-for-the-archangels/) - The Church commemorates today the Synaxis for the archangels, Michael and Gabriel, and all the bodiless powers of heaven. "The role of angels, or spiritual powers, is evident from their appearance in both the old and the new testament. St Paul says: “They are all spirits, whose work is service, sent to help those who
- [The Bishop is coming to St Michael's](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/11/06/the-bishop-is-coming-to-st-michaels/) - On Sunday, November 7, Bishop Paul Chomnycky will be at the Parish to serve the Divine Liturgy and to attend the feast day celebration of Saint Michael the Archangel. Join us in the worship of the Holy Trinity at 10:30 a.m.
- [Bible Study on Genesis](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/11/03/bible-study-on-genesis/) - God With Us Online has new 3-week study of Genesis starting TONIGHT, November 3rd at 8 PM ET! It's not too late to register or invite someone else to join us! Join us as we immerse ourselves in the study of Genesis, which St. Ephrem the Syrian called “the treasure house of the Ark, the
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/10/30/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-164/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 10/31, 23rd Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. +Sophie DeCarlo requested the Sestretsi 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Ephesians 2: 4-10 Gospel: Luke 8: 26-39, Tone 6 Monday, 11/01, Holy Cosmas and Damian 9:00 a.m. +Dmytro Malyk (Pan.) requested by Szymkiw and Allderige families Tuesday, 11/02, Holy
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/10/30/parish-announcements-44/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Katia and Andrew Bamber in memory of Wasylyna Yukash. Olga Pospolita fell asleep in the Lord. Please remember her in your prayers. Eternal Memory! St. Michael’s Day will be celebrated on November 7th. On this day we will have only one (1) Divine Liturgy
- [Olga (Dubno) Pospolita fell asleep in the Lord](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/10/28/olga-dubno-pospolita-fell-asleep-in-the-lord/) - We are sad to announce the falling asleep in the Lord of Olga (Dubno) Pospolita, 90. The visitation is being held at Celentano Funeral Home from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Friday, October 29, 2021. The Funeral Lituygy is Saturday at the parish at 10:00 a.m. You may read Olga's obituary here. In your charity,
- [The 88th anniversary of Ukraine’s Holodomor Famine-Genocide](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/10/26/the-88th-anniversary-of-ukraines-holodomor-famine-genocide/) - On Saturday, November 27, the Ukrainian American community will commemorate the 88th anniversary of Ukraine’s Holodomor Famine-Genocide of 1932–1933 with a solemn requiem service in New York City. The ecumenical prayer service to remember and honor the millions of innocent victims of one of the worst tragedies that befell the Ukrainian nation, will be concelebrated
- [Pierogi Project](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/10/24/pierogi-project/) - PYROHY (pierogi) will be available for purchase November 20, 2021! Please place your order by November 15. You can call: Maria Antonyshyn: 203-795-6959 Alexis Hickerson: 475-221-8399 Call or Text: Anna Smigelski: 860-302-2176 Pyrohy are $7.00 per dozen
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/10/24/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-163/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 10/24, 22nd Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. +Hryhorij Dubno requested by the Family 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Galatians 6:11-18 Gospel: Luke 16:19-31, Tone 5 Monday, 10/25, Holy Martyrs Marcian and Martyrius 9:00 a.m. No intention scheduled for the Liturgy Tuesday, 10/26, Holy Great Martyr Demetrius
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/10/24/parish-announcements-43/) - Christ is among us! VIGIL LIGHT: This week vigil light is offered by Halia Lodynsky and family in memory of Valentina Kulish. Fell Asleep in the Lord +Dmytro Malyk. Please remember Dmytro in your prayers. Eternal Memory! St. Michael’s Day will be celebrated on November 7. On this day we will have only one (1)
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/10/10/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-162/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 10/10, 20th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. +Catherine J. Levitzky requested by Joseph Levitzky 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Galatians 1:11-19 Gospel: Luke 7:11-16, Tone 3 Monday, 10/11, Holy Apostle deacon Philip 9:00 a.m. +Anna Docknevych (Pan.) requested by Martin Docknevych Tuesday, 10/12, Holy Martyr Probus
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/10/10/parish-announcements-42/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Christopher Komondy in memory of +Henri Heinrich. Leonard Iankovskyi fell asleep in the Lord. Please remember him in your prayers. ETERNAL MEMORY! DEAR PARISHIONERS: If you would like to have a Confession, Holy Communion or prayer of the sick at your house or nursing
- [Pyrohy-Pierogi available again](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/10/09/pyrohy-pierogi-available-again/) - PYROHY (pierogi) will be available for purchase October 23, 2021! Please place your order by Oct 18. You can call: Maria Antonyshyn: 203-795-6959 Alexis Hickerson: 475-221-8399 Call or Text : Anna Smigelski: 860-302-2176 Pyrohy are $7.00 per dozen
- [Protection of the Holy Theotokos](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/10/01/protection-of-the-holy-theotokos/)
- [Sophie O. DeCarlo fell asleep in the Lord](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/09/21/sophie-o-decarlo-fell-asleep-in-the-lord/) - We are sad to announce the falling asleep in the Lord of Sophie O. DeCarlo. Just a few days short of her 104th birthday which would have been celebrated on September 22nd. Sophie's funeral liturgy will be tomorrow, Friday, September 24th, at 10a.m. at the Parish. A calling hour will be at 8:45 a.m. at
- [Priesthood Sunday 2021](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/09/22/priesthood-sunday-2021/) - Please pray for Fr Iura, our priest, especially this weekend for Priesthood Sunday. Tell Fr Iura Godenciuc you are praying for him, too. Let us build up the priesthood, one priest at a time!
- [Exaltation of the Holy Cross](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/09/14/exaltation-of-the-holy-cross-2/) - Today, September 14th is the commemoration of the Feast of the Exaltation (Discovery) of the Holy Cross. From a discourse by the bishop St. Andrew of Crete, we learn: We are celebrating the feast of the Cross, which drives away darkness and brought in the light. As we keep the feast, we are lifted up
- [Ukrainian National Women's League of America branch #108 celebrating 50 years](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/09/09/ukrainian-national-womens-league-of-america-branch-108-celebrating-50-years/)
- [Mary's Birthday commemorated today](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/09/08/marys-birthday-commemorated-today/) - Today is the first of the great feasts of the Church (liturgical) year with the commemoration of the birthday of our Most Holy Lady, The Theotokos and ever-virgin, Mary. As you know, every feast has a history and a meaning for us. Today's feast is pointing our attention less to the birth of Mary, as
- [Carl Anderson receives Sheptytsky medal](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/08/19/carl-anderson-receives-sheptytsky-medal/) - On the feast of the Dormition of the Holy Mother of God and the 67th Dormition Pilgrimage in Sloatsburg, NY, the former Supreme Knight of the Knights of Columbus, was awarded the order of Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky by Patriarch Sviatoslav and the Synod of Bishops. Archbishop Boris and Bishop Paul bestowed the medal. Until last
- [A new liturgical year](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/09/01/a-new-liturgical-year/) - A new year of grace!
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/08/23/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-161/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 8/22, 13th Sunday after Pentecost 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Corinthians 16:13-24 Gospel: Matthew 21:33-42, Tone 4 Monday, 8/23, Holy Martyr Lupus and Father Ireneaus 8:00 a.m. No scheduled intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday, 8/24, Holy Hieromartyr Eutyches 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy for the
- [Divine Liturgy for Ukrainian Independence Day](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/08/23/divine-liturgy-for-ukrainian-independence-day/) - Tomorrow, Tuesday, August 24, 2021, there will be a special Divine Liturgy for the 30th Anniversary of Ukrainian Independence, at 9:00 a.m. All are welcome to attend.
- [Divine Liturgy canceled for August 22](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/08/21/divine-liturgy-canceled-for-august-22/) - Owing to the high winds, heavy rain, and potential flooding anticipated during the hurricane Henri’s arrival tomorrow, the 10:00 a.m. has been canceled. This decision has been made out of consideration for the safety for the traveling priest as well as many of those coming from a distance to attend the Divine Liturgy. Holy Theotokos,
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/08/15/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-160/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 8/15, 12th Sunday after Pentecost—Dormition of the Holy Theotokos 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish —Blessing of Fragrant Herbs and Flowers Epistle: Philippians 2:5-11 Gospel: Luke 10:38-42; 11:27-28, Tone 3 Monday, 8/16, Holy Martyr Diomede —Post-feast of the Dormition 8:00 a.m. No scheduled intention for the Divine Liturgy
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/08/15/parish-announcements-41/) - Christ is among us This week the vigil light is offered by Christopher Komondy for the Komondy and Heinrich Families Sestretsi will have Corporate Communion on September 19, at 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy following by a meeting in the classroom. Please try to attend as it is important meeting. STAMFORD CHARITIES APPEAL REMINDER: Please don’t
- [Commemorating the Transfiguration](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/08/06/commemorating-the-transfiguration/) - The Divine Liturgy is at 9am today. Why do we commemorate the experience of the Lord's Transfiguration? Can you locate what is revealed in sacred Scripture? Let's start with the Transfiguration in Scripture --You can find the narrative in the synoptic Gospels Matthew 17:1–8, Mark 9:2–8, Luke 9:28–36. "Today we celebrate the overwhelming beauty of
- [The Dormition Fast](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/08/02/the-dormition-fast-2/) - From August 1 to August 14, the Byzantine Churches prepare for the feast of the Dormition (Assumption) of the Holy Theotokos with a period of prayer and fasting.
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/08/01/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-159/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 8/01, 10th Sunday after Pentecost 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Corinthians 4:9-16 Gospel: Matthew 17:14-23, Tone 1 Monday, 8/02, Translation relics Deacon Stephen 8:00 a.m. +Ivan Godenciuc(41st Anniv.,Pan.) Tuesday, 8/03, Our Fathers Isaac, Dalmatus and Faustus 10:00 a.m. Funeral Divine Liturgy for Luba Schiano Wednesday,
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/08/01/parish-announcements-40/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Christopher Komondy in memory of Edward Corfini. Dear parishioners and guests, after each Divine Liturgy, coffee and hard rolls are available in the church hall. Dear Parishioners please close your phones during the Divine Liturgy. Your phones make our stream live difficult. Thank you!
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/07/18/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-158/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 7/18, 8th Sunday after Pentecost 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18 Gospel: Matthew 14:14-22, Tone 7 Monday, 7/19, Our Venerable Mother Macrina 8:00 a.m. +Michael and Anna Lipcan (Pan.) requested by Barbara and Patrick Bagley Tuesday, 7/20, Holy Prophet Elijah 8:00 a.m. No scheduled
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/07/25/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-157/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 7/25, 9th Sunday after Pentecost 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Corinthians 3:9-17 Gospel: Matthew 14:22-34, Tone 8 Monday, 7/26, Holy Hermolaus and the Venerable Paraskeva 8:00 a.m. No scheduled intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday, 7/27, Holy Great Martyr Panteleimon 8:00 a.m. No scheduled intention
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/07/25/parish-announcements-39/) - Christ is among us! Dear parishioners and guests, after each Divine Liturgy, coffee and hard rolls are available in the church hall. Dear Parishioners please close your phones during the Divine Liturgy. Your phones make our stream live difficult. Thank you! Luba Schiano fell asleep in the Lord. Please remember her in your prayers. ETERNAL
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/07/12/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-156/) - Sunday, 7/11, 7th Sunday after Pentecost 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Romans 15:1-7 Gospel: Matthew 9:27-35, Tone 6 Monday, 7/12, Holy Martyrs Proclus and Hilary 8:00 a.m. +Iwan Sowa requested by Bohdan Sowa Tuesday, 7/13, Synaxis of the Holy Archangel Gabriel 8:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health for children and grandchildren
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/06/27/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-155/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 6/27, 5th Sunday after Pentecost — Moleben to Jesus Christ 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health for Irene Hladkyj requested by the Family 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish and the Pankhyda for +Bishop John Stock requested by UAV Post 33 Epistle: Romans10:1-10 Gospel: Matthew 8:28-9:1, Tone 4
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/06/27/parish-announcements-38/) - Christ is among us! PARISH COFFEE HOUR: Dear parishioners and guests, after each Divine Liturgy, coffee and hard rolls are available in the church hall. SUMMER SUNDAY DIVINE LITURGY SCHEDULE: Commencing on July 4, 2021 until the Labor Day weekend Sunday, September 5, 2021 inclusive there will only one Divine Liturgy at 10:00 am. The
- [New Byzantine Catholic monastery in the USA](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/06/25/new-byzantine-catholic-monastery-in-the-usa/) - From the UGCC Eparchy of St. Nicholas - Chicago: I am writing to share with you exciting news that five sisters from Ukraine are finally arriving to the USA on July 12th, 2021. Please welcome s. Yefrosynia, s. Varvara, s. Fevronia, s. Makryna, s. Olympia! Two years ago, St. Nicholas Eparchy purchased 4 acres of
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/06/20/parish-announcements-37/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered to God’s glory by Godenciuc family in memory of Ivan and Olena Godenciuc. Ewa Didow Fell Asleep in the Lord. Please remember her in your prayers. ETERNAL MEMORY! SUMMER SUNDAY DIVINE LITURGY SCHEDULE: Commencing on July 4, 2021 until the Labor Day weekend Sunday, September
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/06/20/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-154/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 6/20, 4th Sunday after Pentecost —All Saints of Ukraine— Moleben to Jesus Christ 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Romans 8:28-39 Gospel: Matthew 5:1-16, Tone 3 Monday, 6/21, Holy Martyr Julian 8:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health for Marin Casey requested by Stefania Sadiwsky Tuesday, 6/22, Holy
- [2021 Connecticut Ukrainian Day Festival](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/06/18/2021-connecticut-ukrainian-day-festival/) - Bishop Paul Chomnycky and the CT State Ukrainian Day Committee announce the 53rd annual CT State Ukrainian Day Festival will be held on Sunday, September 12, 2021, at St. Basil's Seminary in Stamford, CT. Please save the date! On Tuesday, June 22, at 8 PM, the Festival Committee will meet virtually to plan this annual
- [Unity is NOT Uniformity](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/06/13/unity-is-not-uniformity/) - UNITY IS NOT UNIFORMITY The Development of the Apostolic Churches, a presentation to be given by Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo of the Melkite Eparchy of Newton. Wednesday, June 30 @ 8 – 9 p.m. ET REGISTER here
- [Third Sunday after Pentecost](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/06/13/third-sunday-after-pentecost-2/) - “Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life.” Only after Jesus has shown the hurt to be unspeakable, then and not before does he make the instruction stricter. He not only asks us to cast away what we have but also forbids us to take thought even for the food we need, saying,
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/06/13/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-153/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 6/13, 3rd Sunday after Pentecost —with the Moleben to Jesus Christ 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health for Anthony Allin 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Romans 5:1-10 Gospel: Matthew 6:22-33, Tone 2 Monday, 6/14, The Holy Prophet Elisha, and our Father Methodius 8:00 a.m. +Joseph J.
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/06/13/parish-announcements-36/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Christopher Komondy in memory of Edward Corfini. Dear parishioners and guests, after each Divine Liturgy, coffee and hard rolls are available in the church hall. Dear Parishioners please turn off your phones during the Divine Liturgy. Your phones make our stream live difficult. Thank
- [Mary Fappiano Forlano DeMenna reposed in the Lord](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/06/09/mary-fappiano-forlano-demenna-reposed-in-the-lord/) - Mary Fappiano Forlano DeMenna, 94, the dear mother of Father Albert Forlano, fell asleep in the Lord on June 8, 2021. The funeral arrangements are as follow: Family and friends are invited to a parlor service in the PORTO FUNERAL HOME, 234 Foxon Rd. (Rte. 80), East Haven SATURDAY morning at 10:00. Interment will follow
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/06/06/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-152/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 6/06, 2nd Sunday after Pentecost —with the Moleben to Jesus Christ 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Romans 2:10-16 Gospel: Matthew 4:18-23, Tone 1 Monday, 6/07, Holy Priest Martyr Theodotus 9:00 a.m. No scheduled intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday, 6/08, Translation of the relics of Theodore
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/06/06/parish-announcements-35/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered to God’s glory by Christopher Komondy in memory of Fr. Diego Borgatello. Dear parishioners and guests, after each Divine Liturgy, coffee and hard rolls are available in the church hall. Dear Parishioners please turn off your phones during the Divine Liturgy. Your phones make our
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/05/30/parish-announcements-34/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Christopher Komondy in memory of Maria Heinrich. Dear parishioners and guests, after each Divine Liturgy, coffee and hard rolls are available in the church hall. Dear Parishioners please close your phones during the Divine Liturgy. Your phones make our stream live difficult. Thank you!
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/05/30/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-151/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 5/30, Sunday of All Saints —Moleben to the Mother of God 9:00 a.m. +Rosemary and Michael Waselik requested by Family 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Hebrews 11:32-12:2a Gospel: Matthew 10:32-33, 37-38 & 19:27-30, Tone 8 Monday, 5/31, Holy Apostle Hermas and Martyrs Hermeas 9:00 a.m. No
- [Bishop Basil celebrates anniversary](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/05/25/bishop-basil-celebrates-anniversary/) - Today is the 50th anniversary of Bishop Basil's episcopal ordination. Bishop Basil was ordained a priest 64 years ago and ordained bishop in 1971. He served the Stamford Eparchy from 1977-2006. May God grant Bishop Basil many years.
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/05/23/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-150/) - Christ is risen! Sunday, 5/23, Pentecost —Lytija and Blessing of Bread 9:00 a.m. For the people of the parish —Moleben to the Mother of God and Anointing 10:30 a.m. +Ihor Pacatujko requested Emilia Iwaniw —Moleben Epistle: Acts 2:1-11 Gospel: John 7:37-52; 8:12, Tone 7 Monday, 5/24, Pentecost Monday 9:00 a.m. +Maria Begej (Pan.) requested by
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/05/23/parish-announcements-33/) - Christ is risen! This week vigil light is offered by Christopher Komondy in memory of Helmut Heinrich. Two children from our parish will receive First Holy Communion this year. Our school teacher Halia Lodynsky has worked tirelessly to prepare Kalynna Gildea and Justyna Samantha Young Horbaty for this event. The First Holy Communion will take
- [Update on food collection and donation](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/05/12/update-on-food-collection-and-donation/) - The parishioners of St Michael the Archangel Church have generously donated food items for those in need. A good amount has been donated over the past few months for which we are grateful. This we can say this is a collaboration in the outreach to our brothers and sisters in New Haven. The food items
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/05/09/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-149/) - Christ is risen! Sunday, 5/09, Sunday of the Man Born Blind 9:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Acts 16:16-34 Gospel: John 9:1-38, Tone 5 Monday, 5/10, The Holy Apostle Simon the Zealot 9:00 a.m. +Edward Kuchar (Pan.) requested by Emilia Iwaniw Tuesday, 5/11, Cyril and Methodius, Apostles of the Slavs 9:00 a.m.
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/05/09/parish-announcements-32/) - Christ is risen! This week the vigil light is offered to God's Glory by Cathy Kolesnik for Special Intention. The Knights of Columbus and the men of our parish will be sponsoring a Mother’s Day breakfast on TODAY, May 9, after the 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy. There will be only one Divine Liturgy on Sunday
- [St Theodosius of the caves at Kiev](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/05/03/st-theodosius-of-the-caves-at-kiev/) - Our venerable father, Theodosius, abbot of the mon­astery of the caves at Kiev, called the initiator of the common life in ancient Rus. Theodosius lived two centuries before St. Francis, in Kievan Russia, where the Gospel had only recently been preached for the first time. Like Francis, Theodosius was filled with compassion for the poor
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/05/02/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-148/) - Christ is risen! Sunday, 5/02, Sunday of the Samaritan Women 9:00 a.m. +David Schwartz requested by Barbara Schwartz Epistle: Acts: 11:19-26 and 29-30 Gospel: John 4:5-42, Tone 4 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish —Blessing of Easter Foods Epistle: Acts 1:1-8 Gospel: John 1:1-17, Tone 4 Monday, 5/03, Passing of Theodosius 9:00 a.m.
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/05/02/parish-announcements-31/) - Christ is risen! This week vigil light is offered to God's glory by Cathy Kolesnik for Special Intention. Dear Parishioners: Slowly, but surely we are seeing a lifting of restrictions on gatherings and wearing of protective items like face masks. The attendance in church is slowly increasing and I welcome you to consider attending Divine
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/04/26/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-147/) - Christ is risen! Sunday, 4/25, Sunday of the Paralytic Man 9:00 a.m. +Mary Stacken requested by Judy Ellis 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Acts 9:32-42 Gospel: John 5:1-15, Tone 3 Monday, 4/26, Holy Bishop Martyr Basil 9:00 God’s blessing and health for Iuliana Godenciuc Tuesday, 4/27, Holy Bishop Martyr Simeon 9:00
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/04/26/parish-announcements-30/) - Christ is risen! This week vigil light is offered to God’s glory by Chris Komondy in memory of Henri Heinrich. If you would like to have Confession or Holy Communion at home, please call the rectory at (203) 865-0388. Dear parishioners and guests, after each Divine Liturgy, coffee and hard rolls are available in the
- [New Haven's Sviachene 2021](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/04/25/new-havens-sviachene-2021/) - On Sunday, April 18, 2021, our Parish gathered to pray the Divine Liturgy and then to enjoy a good meal and friendship. The Sviachene was a beautiful time together. We welcomed many new friends to dinner. Blessed be God! Christ is risen! More pictures on the Parish Facebook page.
- [St George](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/04/23/st-george/) - “You were true to your name, O warrior George, * for you took the cross of Christ upon your shoulders. * You ploughed well the land made barren by the deceits of the devil; * you rooted out the weeds of idol worship * and planted the vine of the true faith. * Therefore, your
- [Sunday of the Paralytic](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/04/23/sunday-of-the-paralytic/) - Can you feel it? Can you notice the warmth of the Holy Spirit? We are moving toward the great feast Pentecost. You can feel the dramatic intensity of the praying Church getting ready for a new outpouring of the Holy Spirit. In preparation for receiving the Holy Spirit the Church gives us this weekend the
- [Sunday of Myrrh-bearing Women --resources](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/04/15/sunday-of-myrrh-bearing-women-resources/) - Three weeks ago we celebrated Pascha. Now we are at the Second Sunday after Easter (April 18, 2021) -- the Sunday of the Myrrh-bearing Women. These women pour the oil of our salvation over the bodies of those who belong to Christ Jesus; the oil announces LIFE. Who are these women? Do you know who
- [Mother of a Patriarch and a priest fell asleep in the Lord](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/04/12/mother-of-a-patriarch-and-a-priest-fell-asleep-in-the-lord/) - Word has been received that Vira Shevchuk, 74, died. She was the spirited wife to Yuriy and mother of Patriarch Sviatoslav and Father Father Vsevolod. Let us hold the entire Shevchuk in prayer. May Vira's memory be eternal. The announcement may be read here.
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/04/10/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-146/) - Christ is risen! Sunday, 4/11, Thomas Sunday — Distribution of Artos 9:00 a.m. For the people of the parish 10:30 a.m. +Ivan Godenciuc requested by Maria Antonyshyn Epistle: Acts 5:12-20 Gospel: John 20:19-31, Tone 1 Monday, 4/12, Our Venerable Father Basil 9:00 a.m. No intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday, 4/13, Holy Priest Martyr Artemon
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/04/11/parish-announcements-29/) - Christ is risen! This week vigil light is offered by Katia & Andrew Bamber in memory of Wasylyna Yukash. For your own safety and safety of others, please wear a mask in church. Dear parishioners please close your phones during the Divine Liturgy. Your phones make our stream live difficult. Thank you! Dear parishioners, if
- [Light from the East](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/04/08/light-from-the-east/) - The Catholic World Report ran this story on Patriarch Sviatoslav the other day. "Ten years ago last month, the Synod of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church took a striking decision: it elected its youngest member, 40-year old Bishop Sviatoslav Shevchuk, as leader of the largest of the eastern Catholic Churches, a choice confirmed by Pope
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/04/04/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-145/) - Christ is risen! Sunday, 4/04, Resurrection of Our Lord 9:00 a.m. Procession and Paschal Matins 10:30 a.m. For the people of our parish —Blessing of Artos and Annoinitng Blessing of Easter Foods following the Divine Liturgy Epistle: Acts 1:1-8 Gospel: John 1:1-17, Tone 8 Monday, 4/05, Bright Monday —Holy Martyr Theodulus 10:00 a.m. +Ivan Godenciuc
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/04/04/parish-announcements-28/) - Christ is risen! This week vigil light is offered by Family in memory of Frances Dmyterko. Dear parishioners and guests, after each Divine Liturgy, coffee and hard rolls are available in the church hall. On this glorious and most holy day of Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ, I extend sincere wishes to our Bishop
- [Metropolitan Kallistos Ware on the Jesus Prayer](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/04/07/metropolitan-kallistos-ware-on-the-jesus-prayer/) - The Jesus Prayer Of all the lectures either in person or recorded offered by Metropolitan Kallistos Ware, this interview is gold. Sharing it here with our parish and friends because I believe what Ware says is important for the spiritual life. Spotlight Quote: “What do we mean by ‘silence’? It can be thought of negatively:
- [From Desolation to Rebirth: Holy and Great Week 2021](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/04/01/from-desolation-to-rebirth-holy-and-great-week-2021/) - Join us for prayer, personal and communal Thursday, 4/01, Holy and Great Thursday 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy of Saint Basil the Great 6:00 p.m. Matins with the Passion Gospels Friday, 4/2, Holy and Great Friday —Strict Fast and Abstinence—NO meat or dairy 2:00 p.m. Vespers and Veneration of the Holy Shroud Saturday, 4/03, Holy and
- [Ukrainian School of New Haven to resume](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/04/01/ukrainian-school-of-new-haven-to-resume/) - On Saturday, April 10th the Ukrainian School of New Haven will partially resume classes. Pani Halia will meet with her class starting at 10 am. Religious instruction will follow in preparation for First Holy Communion which will take place in May. Pani Orysia will NOT meet with her class on April 10th. We will inform
- [Honoring the Patriarch's 10th Anniversary](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/03/29/honoring-the-patriarchs-10th-anniversary/) - The Church is honoring the 10th Anniversary of the election and enthronement of His Beatitude Sviatoslav. A special program has been prepared for His Beatitude's 10th anniversary (March 27, 2011). There is a review of the Patriarch's first ten years and there is a revelation of his vision for our Church for the next ten
- [Fr Gregory Lozinskyy preaches parish mission 2021](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/03/27/fr-gregory-lozinskyy-preaches-parish-mission-2021/) - At this morning's Divine Liturgy for Lazarus Saturday, Part II of the Parish Mission was given by Father Gregory Lozinskyy, SSD, pastor of St. John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Church, Trumbull. If you were not there, you missed a great bi-lingual homily. Father Gregory spoke about the place of Lazarus in our spirituality and the
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/03/27/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-144/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 3/28, Palm Sunday — Blessing of pussy willows and Anointing 9:00 a.m. +Anna Lipcan requesteed by Judith Pond 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Hebrews 4:4-9 Gospel: John 12:1-18, Tone 2 Monday, 3/29, The Holy Hieromartyrs Mark and Cyril 9:00 a.m. No intention for the Divine Liturgy
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/03/27/parish-announcements-27/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Mary Ann Mikosky in memory of Eugenia Kozak Harvey. Dear parishioners and guests, after each Divine Liturgy, coffee and hard rolls are available in the church hall. For your own safety and safety of others, please wear a mask in church. Dear parishioners please
- [Parish Mission 2021 Part II](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/03/26/parish-mission-2021-part-ii/) - On Saturday, March 27, at the 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy we will have part II of the Parish Mission given by Father Gregory Lozinskyy, pastor of St. John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Church, Trumbull. Father Gregory will preach in both Ukrainian and English. Part I of the parish mission happened at last Sunday's 10:30 a.m.
- [Annunciation to the Holy Theotokos](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/03/23/annunciation-to-the-holy-theotokos/) - O earth, proclaim the good news of great joy. You heavens sing the glory of God. Let no unclean hand touch the living Tabernacle of God; but let the lips of the faithful sing endlessly with joy to the Mother of God the greeting of the angel: Hail, O Woman Full of Grace, the Lord
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/03/21/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-143/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 3/21, Fifth Sunday of Lent —Parish mission following the 10:30 Liturgy 9:00 a.m. + Lew Markiw (1st Anniv.) requested by Raissa Markiw Horstmeier 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish +Roman Lutsiuk-Panakhyda Epistle: Hebrews 9:11-14 Gospel: Mark 10:32-45, Tone 1 Monday, 3/22, Holy Priest-Martyr Basil 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/03/21/parish-announcements-26/) - Christ is among us! Dear parishioners and guests, after each Divine Liturgy, coffee and hard rolls are available in the church hall. This week vigil light is offered in memory of Wasylyna Yukash offered by Katia and Andrew Bamber. The Parish Mission2021 will be TODAY, Sunday, March 21 at 11:30 a.m. and then Saturday March
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/03/14/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-142/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 3/14, Fourth Sunday of Lent 9:00 a.m. For the people of the parish 10:30 a.m. +Ella Sowa requested by Bohdan Sowa Epistle: Hebrews 6:13-20 Gospel: Mark 9:17-31, Tone 8 Monday, 3/15, Holy Martyr Agapius and 6 others 9:00 a.m. +Halyna Lobay (Pan.) requested by Maria Lobay Tuesday, 3/16, Holy Martyrs
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/03/14/parish-announcements-25/) - Christ is among us! Dear Parishioners please close your phones during the Divine Liturgy. Your phones make our stream live difficult. Thank you! For your own safety and safety of others, please wear a mask in church. This week vigil light is offered to God in memory of Eugenia Kozak Harvey offered by Carl Harvey.
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/03/07/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-141/) - GLORY TO JESUS CHRIST! Sunday, 3/07, Third Sunday of Lent —Sunday of the Holy Cross 9:00 a.m. +Joseph Sobko (7th Anniv.) requested by Maria Sobko 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Hebrews 4:14-5:6 Gospel: Mark 8:34-9:1, Tone 7 Monday, 3/08, Holy Bishop-Confessor Theophylact 9:00 a.m. +Catherine Levitzky (12th Anniv. Pan.) requested by
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/03/07/parish-announcements-24/) - Christ is among us! Dear Parishioners please close your phones during the Divine Liturgy. Your phones make our stream live difficult. Thank you! This week vigil light is offered to God’s glory is in memory of all the deceased of the Waselik family offered by family. For your own safety and safety of others, please
- [Sunday of the Holy Cross resources](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/03/07/sunday-of-the-holy-cross-resources/) - When, then, you make the sign of the cross on the forehead, arm yourself with a saintly boldness, and reinstall your soul in its old liberty; for you are not ignorant that the cross is a prize beyond all price. Consider what is the price given for your ransom, and you will never more be
- [Free online Bible Study](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/03/01/free-online-bible-study/) - Herewith is a flyer for a Bible study on the oldest Gospel, Mark. The presenter is Father Greg Lozinskyy, pastor of St John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Church (Trumbull, CT; www.stjohntrumbull.org). Father Greg has recently finished his doctorate in Sacred Scripture from the Pontifical Biblical Institute (Rome). The study begins tomorrow night, March 2! The
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/02/21/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-140/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 2/21, First Sunday of Lent with the Blessing of Icons 9:00 a.m. +Gregory Dubno requested by Luba Dubno 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Hebrews 11:24-26, 32-12:2 Gospel: John 1:43-51, Tone 5 Monday, 2/22, Discovery of the relics of Holy Martyr Eugenius 9:00 a.m. No intention for
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/02/21/parish-announcements-23/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered to God by Margaret and Stuart Maybury in memory of Joseph and Sophie Brezicki. SOROKOUSTY will be celebrated on All Souls’ Saturdays, February 27th , March 6th, March 13th, May 22nd. Please take a book found in the entrance of the church, fill it out,
- [Liturgy of the Pre-sanctified TONIGHT](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/02/19/liturgy-of-the-pre-sanctified-tonight/) - TONIGHT at 7pm we will have the Lenten service, the Liturgy of the Pre-sanctified. It is an ancient service attributed to Pope St. Gregory the Great. Please join us in prayer.
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/02/14/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-139/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 2/14, Sunday of the Cheese Fare 9:00 a.m. +Anna Lipcan (12th Anniv.) requested by Barbara and Patrick Bagley 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Romans 13:11-14:4 Gospel: Matthew 6:14-21, Tone 4 Today, Monday, 15 February, is a day of strict abstinence from both meat and dairy products.
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/02/14/parish-announcements-22/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered to God by Barbara and Patrick Bagley in memory of Anna Lipcan. Dear Parishioners: If you would like to have Confession or Holy Communion please call the rectory at 203-865-0388. SOROKOUSTY will be celebrated on All Souls’ Saturdays on February 27th , March 6th, March 13th,
- [Virtual Art Auction 2021](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/02/13/virtual-art-auction-2021/)
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/02/07/parish-announcements-21/) - Christ is among us! This week the vigil light is offered to God by Catherine Kolesnik for a Special Intention. Dear Parishioners: If you would like to have Confession or Holy Communion please call the rectory at 203-865-0388. SOROKOUSTY will be celebrated on All Souls’ Saturdays on February 27th , March 6th, March 13th, and May
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/01/24/parish-announcements-20/) - This week vigil light is offered to God by Margaret and Stuart Maybury in memory of Stuart and Adeline Maybury. Dear Parishioners: If you would like to have Confession or Holy Communion please call the rectory at 203-865-0388. SOROKOUSTY will be celebrated on All Souls’ Saturdays, February 6th, February 27th , March 6th, March 13th,
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/02/07/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-138/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 2/07, Sunday of the Meat Fare 9:00 a.m. Special Intention 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Corinthians 8:8-9:2 Gospel: Matthew 25:31-46, Tone 3 Monday, 2/08, Holy Great Martyr Theodore 9:00 a.m. No intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday, 2/09, Holy Martyr Nicephor 9:00 a.m. No intention
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/01/31/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-137/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 1/31, Sunday of the Prodigal Son — Blessing of candles 9:00 a.m. Special Intention 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20 Gospel: Luke 15:11-32, Tone 2 Monday, 2/01 /21 Holy Martyr Tryphon 9:00 a.m. No intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday, 2/02, PRESENTATION OF OUR
- [Zacchaeus Sunday](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/01/17/zacchaeus-sunday-3/) - ”He entered Jericho and was passing through. And there was a man named Zacchaeus; he was a chief tax collector, and rich. And he sought to see who Jesus was, but could not, on account of the crowd, because he was small of stature. So he ran on ahead and climbed up into a sycamore
- [World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/01/31/world-day-of-grandparents-and-the-elderly/) - Earlier today at the Sunday Angelus in Rome, Pope Francis announced World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly to be held on 4th Sunday of July, the Sunday closest to July 26th feast of Sts. Joachim and Anne, parents of Blessed Virgin Mary, grandparents of Jesus. The first world day will be July 25, 2021.
- [Online Bible Study: Gospel of Mark](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/01/31/online-bible-study-gospel-of-mark/) - Father Hryhoriy (Gregory) Lozinskyy, SSD, pastor of St John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Church, Trumbull, is offering a Lenten Bible Study on the Gospel of Mark. Tuesdays at 7 p.m.: March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 and April 6 Prior to each session Father Hryhoriy will send a youtube link to follow the class. This
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/01/24/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-136/) - CHRIST IS BORN! Sunday, 1/24, Sunday of the Publican and Pharisee 9:00 a.m. God's blessing and health for my children and grandchildren requested by Ihor Walnycky 10:30 a.m. For the parishioners Epistle: 2 Timothy 3:10-14 Gospel: Luke 18:10-14, Tone 1 Monday, 1/25, Holy Gregory the Theologian 9:00 a.m. +Danylo Begej (Pan.) requested by Irene Morgan
- [The Jesus Prayer](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/01/24/the-jesus-prayer-2/) - The Sunday of the Pharisee and Publican is a fitting day for us to familiarize us with the Jesus Prayer. Father Iura spoke of the Jesus Prayer in today's homily. The Jesus Prayer Alice Herro Prayer, essential to Christian life, is one way we may communicate with God. It is the means by which we
- [Resources for the Sunday of the Pharisee and Publican](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/01/24/resources-for-the-sunday-of-the-pharisee-and-publican/) - Sunday, January 24, 2021 is the Sunday of the Pharisee and Publican. Here are the resources for sacred Scripture, Church teaching and reflection, and for the Divine Liturgy. The reflections on the offering of the gifts (Proskomedia) is quite good as well as the video presentation on the Gospel. Be sure to listen the Resurrectional
- [Online study on the Divine Nature](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/01/12/online-study-on-the-divine-nature/) - God With Us Online is offering a free 3 part study on Theosis, deification –an essential point of our Eastern Christian faith. This brief course of study contributes to our ongoing work of Adult Faith Formation. “God has called his people to become partakers of His Divine Nature (2 Peter 1:4). Join us for this
- [Sorokousty-- All Souls’ Saturdays 2021](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/01/11/sorokousty-all-souls-saturdays-2021/) - During the Great Lent there are special services held for the deceased members of a parish. These requiem services, known as “Sorokousty”, involves the reading of the individual names of deceased family members of parishioners. Kindly provide Father Iura with the names of your deceased loved ones whom you wish to have remembered in our
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/01/10/parish-announcements-19/) - Christ is born! This week vigil light is offered by the Godenciuc family in memory of Mychajlo Mandziak. Dear Parishioners: If you would like to have Confession or Holy Communion please call the rectory at (203)865-0388. SOROKOUSTY will be celebrated on All Souls’ Saturdays, February 6th, February 27th , March 6th, March 13th, and May
- [Divine Liturgy this week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/01/10/divine-liturgy-this-week-16/) - CHRIST IS BORN! Sun.1/10, Sunday after Theophany 9:00 a.m. +Mychajlo Kuchnij requested by Jaroslaw Paluha 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Ephesians 4:7-13 Gospel: Matthew 4:12-17, Tone 7 Monday, 1/11, Our Venerable Theodosius the Great 9:00 a.m. +Mychajlo Mandziak (Pan.) requested by Nataliia Dankevych Tuesday, 1/12, Holy Martyr Tatiana 9:00 a.m. God’s
- [Holy Theophany 2021](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2021/01/04/holy-theophany-2021/) - Holy Theophany, Wednesday, January 6 --a holy day 9:15 a.m. Great Compline 10:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy with the Great Blessing of Water (in Ukrainian) 6:00 p.m. Divine Liturgy (in English)
- [Forward in Orthodox-Catholic Relations](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/12/13/forward-in-orthodox-catholic-relations/) - Here is a very interesting and important conversation among the Orthodox and Eastern Catholics. I'd also include in my descriptors is beautiful. This particular presentation is the first of the Huffington Ecumenical Institute online lecture series addressing issues, obstacles, and ways forward in Orthodox-Catholic relations. The host is Sr. Vassa Larin of “Coffee with Sr.
- [Resources for Sunday of the Forefathers](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/12/10/resources-for-sunday-of-the-forefathers/) - Resources for Sunday, December 13, Sunday of the Forefathers God With Us Online pulls together great liturgical catechetical resources for use in three jurisdictions of the Byzantine Catholic Church (Ruthenian, Ukrainian and Melkite). You will notice on the link below several things: 1. prayers for the Domestic Church 2. a music file of the Resurrectional
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/11/29/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-135/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! 9:00 a.m. +Wasyl Jureczko (2nd Anniv.) requested by the Furmanyk Family 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Ephesians 5:9-19 Gospel: Luke 13:10-17, Tone 1 Monday, 11/30, The Holy Apostle Andrew 9:00 a.m. +Father Mark Hirniak (Pan.) requested by the Walnycky Family Tuesday, 12/01, The Holy Prophet Nahum 9:00
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/11/29/parish-announcements-18/) - Christ is among us! Dear Parishioners please close your phones during the Divine Liturgy. Your phones make our stream live difficult. Thank you! This week vigil light is offered by Margaret and Stuart Maybury in memory of Stuart and Adeline Maybury The Philip’s Fast began on November 15, the day after the Church commemorates the
- [The Philip's Fast message from the US Ukrainian Bishops 2020](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/11/25/the-philips-fast-message-from-the-us-ukrainian-bishops-2020/) - PHILIP’S FAST (PYLYPIVKA) PASTORAL OF THE UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC HIERARCHY OF THE U.S.A. TO OUR CLERGY, HIEROMONKS AND BROTHERS, RELIGIOUS SISTERS, SEMINARIANS AND BELOVED FAITHFUL, Glory to Jesus Christ! St. Philip’s Fast or Pylypivka is about to start. It is a joyful 40-day fast, which begins on November 15, the day after the feast of the
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/11/22/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-134/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 11/22, 25th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. +Iwan Sowa requested by Bohdan Sowa 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Ephesians 4:1-6 Gospel: Luke 12:16-21, Tone 8 Monday, 11/23, Holy Fathers Amphilochius and Gregory 9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy Tuesday, 11/24, Holy Martyrs Catherine
- [Parish announcements this week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/11/22/parish-announcements-this-week-119/) - Christ is among us! Dear Parishioners please close your phones during the Divine Liturgy. Your phones make our stream live difficult. Thank you! This week vigil light is offered by Mary Ann Mikosky in memory of Eugenia Harvey. The Philip’s Fast began on November 15, the day after the Church commemorates the Apostle Philip on
- [Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/11/20/entrance-of-the-theotokos-into-the-temple-2/) - Tomorrow, November 21, is a holy day. The Divine Liturgy will be served at 9:00 a.m. in both English and Ukrainian. Today is the prelude of the benevolence of God and the herald of the salvation of mankind. For the Virgin openly appears in the temple of God, and foretells Christ to all: Let us also with full voice
- [The Holy Apostle and Evangelist Matthew](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/11/16/the-holy-apostle-and-evangelist-matthew/) - At the beginning of the Fast before Christmas, we celebrate the feast of St. Matthew, who wrote one of the Gospels of the birth of our Lord. (St. Luke is the other.) St. Matthew’s purpose was to show how the prophecies of the Covenant were fulfilled in Jesus. Therefore, he is the son of Abraham
- [A Prayer for the Nativity Fast](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/11/16/a-prayer-for-the-nativity-fast/) - Lord Jesus, You have come so many times to us and found no resting place; forgive us for our overcrowded lives, our vain haste, and our preoccupation with self. Come again, O Lord, and though our hearts are a jumble of voices and our minds overlaid with many fears, find a place however humble, where
- [Philip’s Fast (Pylypivka)](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/11/15/philips-fast-pylypivka-2/) - All Christian churches prepare for the feast of the birth of Christ by some sort of period of penance. The Western church calls this the period of Advent, connected with the Latin word for "come," since we are waiting for Christ to come into our lives. We may be celebrating an event in the past,
- [Patricia J. Burger falls asleep in the Lord](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/11/14/patricia-j-burger-falls-asleep-in-the-lord/) - It is with sadness that we communicate to you that the dear mother of our parishioner and friend, John Burger, Patricia J. Burger, fell asleep in the Lord. She was 96. Patricia's obituary may be read here. Please offer a prayer for Patricia and her family who mourns her. Eternal memory. Christ is risen!
- [Metropolitan Boyrs to speak online @Lumen Christi Institute](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/11/10/metropolitan-boyrs-to-speak-online-lumen-christi-institute/)
- [Blessed Theodore Romzha](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/10/31/blessed-theodore-romzha-3/) - Today we honor the memory of Blessed Theodore Romzha, a martyr for Christian faith. Though the godless poured poison into your veins, your heart still beats with love for Christ, O bishop Theodore, martyred father, who now raise your prayers before the Throne of God.
- [Exaltation of the Life-giving Cross of our Lord](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/09/14/exaltation-of-the-life-giving-cross-of-our-lord/) - The Exaltation of the Life-giving Cross of our Lord Jesus Christ The Divine Liturgy will be served at 9:00 a.m. (a bi-lingual Liturgy) "O Lord, save your people and bless your inheritance. Give victory to those who battle evil, and with your cross protect us all."
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/09/12/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-133/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 9/13, 15th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. +Michael Waselik (35th Anniv.) requested by the Family 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Galatians 6:11-18 Gospel: John 3:13-17, Tone 6 Monday, 9/14, Exaltation of the Holy Cross (Today is a day of abstinence.) 9:00 a.m. +Bohdan Iwaniw (Pan.) requested
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/09/12/parish-announcements-17/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Michael and Mary Muryn in memory of all those who perished on September 11, 2001. Dear Parishioners: If you would like to have Confession or Holy Communion please call the the rectory at 203-865-0388. We would like to congratulate Orest and Natalia Pasichnyk on
- [Bishop Paul to visit parish](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/09/12/bishop-paul-to-visit-parish/) - Our parish will be hosting the visit of Bishop Paul Patrick Chomnycky, OSBM, on Sunday, September 13. He will be serving both Divine Liturgies at 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. This is Bishop Paul's first visit in about five years. Please join us in person or online.
- [Webinar on Eastern Catholic Theology: Liturgical Mystagogy](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/09/02/webinar-on-eastern-catholic-theology-liturgical-mystagogy/) - The first webinar in a series on Eastern Catholic Theology Thursday, September 3, at 7PM CDT (8pm Eastern) for the FIRST installment of a webinar series, “Eastern Catholic Theology in Action.” Dr. Daniel Galadza will be the presenter. Register here: https://www.lumenchristi.org/event/2020/09/Liturgical-Mystagogy
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/08/30/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-132/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 8/30, 13th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. For the people of the parish 10:30 a.m. God’s blessing and health for Stefanie and Melanie Korenovsky requested by the Family Epistle: 1 Corinthians 16:13-24 Gospel: Matthew 21:33-42, Tone 4 Monday, 8/31, Deposition of the Cincture of the Theotokos 8:00 a.m. +Halyna Lobay
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/08/30/parish-announcements-16/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered by Margaret and Stuart Maybury in memory of Michael and Pauline Kurylo. Please remember in your prayers Michael Dzubaty who asleep in the Lord. Eternal Memory! Dear Parishioners: I wish to express a special thanks to all of you. Despite the restrictions placed on your
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/08/23/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-131/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 8/23, 12th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. +Vasyl Dobrianskyj requested by Katarina Szymkiw 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 Gospel: Matthew 19:16-26, Tone 3 Monday, 8/24, Holy Hiero-martyr Eutyches 8:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health for Barbara Schwartz Tuesday, 8/25, Holy Apostles Bartholomew and
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/08/23/parish-announcements-15/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered to God’s glory by Margaret and Stuart Maybury in memory of Rudolph and Helen Brezicki We would like to congratulate Roman and Tanya Kebalo on the occasion of the Holy Baptism and Chrismation of their daughter Tatiana Marie, which took place on Saturday, July 25,
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/08/16/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-130/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 8/16, 11th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. For the intentions of the parishioners 10:30 a.m. God’s blessing and health for Fr. Stepan Yanovski (30 years of priesthood) requested the Family Epistle: 1 Corinthians 9:2-12 Gospel: Matthew 18:23-35, Tone 2 Monday, 8/17, Holy Martyr Myron 8:00 a.m. +Petro and Anastazia Malyk
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/08/16/parish-announcements-14/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered to God’s glory by Catherine Kolesnik in memory of Mary Ann Yursha Every Sunday you can watch the Divine Liturgy live-streamed on the parish Facebook at 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy in the English language and 10:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy in the Ukrainian language. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stmichaelnewhaven
- [The Holy Prophet and Saint, Micah](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/08/14/the-holy-prophet-and-saint-micah/) - Today, on the Vigil of the Dormition, the commemorates the memory of the holy prophet, Micah. Micah prophesied between 750 and 687 bc. He was a contemporary of Amos and Isaiah. Micah’s words were an indictment against the rich, the avaricious money lenders, swindling merchants, families divided by rivalry, and all petty tyrants and bureaucrats,
- [The Dormition of the Mother of God](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/08/14/the-dormition-of-the-mother-of-god/) - Our Summer Pascha Since August 1, we have been preparing for the great feast of Mary, the Mother of God through prayer, fasting and almsgiving. “This period is so rich in opportunities for prayer and worship that it has traditionally been called our “Summer Pascha.” The Transfiguration celebrates Christ as the radiant Light of the
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/08/09/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-129/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Sunday, 8/09/20 10th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health for Barbara Schwartz 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: 1 Corinthians 4:9-16 Gospel: Matthew 17:13-22, Tone 1 Monday, 8/10, Holy Martyr Archdeacon Lawrence 8:00 a.m. +Jaroslaw Popel (Pan.) requested by Emilia Iwaniw Tuesday, 8/11, Holy Martyr
- [Parish announcements this week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/08/09/parish-announcements-this-week-118/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered to God by Catherine Kolesnik in memory of Mary Ann Yursha. Dear Parishioners: I wish to express a special thanks to all of you. Despite the restrictions placed on your attendance at Divine Liturgy and the various special Liturgical celebrations, your attendance via facebook, your
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/08/02/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-128/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! The Dormition Fast (Spasivka) runs from August 1 until August 14. Sunday, 8/02, 9th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. For the people of the parish 10:30 a.m. +Ivan Godenciuc (40th Anniv.) Epistle: 1 Corinthians 3:9-17 Gospel: Matthew 14:22-34, Tone 8 Monday, 8/03, Our Venerable Fathers Isaacius, Dalmatus, Faustus 8:00 a.m. +Marianka
- [Parish announcements this week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/08/02/parish-announcements-this-week-117/) - Christ is among us! This week the vigil light is offered to God’s glory by Luba Kopylec for a Special Intention. Dear Parishioners, please close your phones during the Divine Liturgy. Your phones make our stream live difficult. Thank you! Dear Parishioners: if anyone needs help such as going to the store to buy groceries,
- [The Dormition Fast begins today](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/08/01/the-dormition-fast-begins-today-2/) - The Dormition Fast runs from August 1- August 14 Here is a repost of something we posted previously for this liturgical fast: “Father,” someone once asked their priest, “I have a difficult time observing the Dormition Fast. What should I do?” “Well,” the priest responded, “just keep the first week, and then keep the second
- [Pope's prayer intention for August '20](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/08/01/popes-prayer-intention-for-august-20/) - Let's pray with Pope Francis this month keeping in mind the following intention: We pray for all those who work and live from the sea, among them sailors, fishermen and their families. The Apostleship of Payer
- [The Holy Prophet Ezekiel](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/07/21/the-holy-prophet-ezekiel/) - The holy prophet Ezekiel is commemorated today. Ezekiel was born into a priestly family and became a priest near the time of the Babylonian captivity. At first, he remained in Jerusalem, where he received his call. When Jerusalem fell in 586 BC, he was included with the Jewish exiles. Ezekiel’s gifts of imagery and poetic
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/07/19/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-126/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 7/19, 7th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. +Michael and Anna Lipcan requested by Barbara and Patrick Bagley 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Romans 15:1-7 Gospel: Matthew 9:27-35, Tone 6 Monday, 7/20, The Holy Great Prophet Elijah 8:00 a.m. +Lajos Komondy (15th Anniv.) requested by Chris Komondy
- [Sheptytsky at 155](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/07/29/sheptytsky-at-155/) - Today, is the 155th anniversary of the birthday of the Servant of God Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky! Our parish Knights of Columbus Council is named in honor of Sheptytsky. Let us pray for the beatification of Metropolitan Sheptytsky.
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/07/26/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-127/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 7/26, 8th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. +Francis Dmyterko (14th Anniv.) requested by the Family 10:30 a.m. For the parishioners Epistle: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18 Gospel: Matthew 14:14-22, Tone 7 Monday, 7/27, the Holy Great Martyr Panteleimon 8:00 a.m. God’s blessing and health for Olga Pospolita requested by Luba Dubno Tuesday,
- [Parish announcements this week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/07/26/parish-announcements-this-week-116/) - Christ is among us! This week the vigil light is offered to God’s glory by Luba Kopylec for a Special Intention. Dear Parishioners, please close your phones during the Divine Liturgy. Your phones make our stream live difficult. Thank you! Dear Parishioners: if anyone needs help such as going to the store to buy groceries,
- [Saints Boris and Gleb](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/07/24/saints-boris-and-gleb/) - Our Church liturgically commemorates the holy protomartyrs of Rus’, Boris and Gleb, in baptism named Roman and David. Righteous passion-bearers and true fulfillers of the Gospel of Christ, Chaste Boris and guileless Gleb, You did not resist the attacks of your brother, the enemy, When he killed your bodies but could not touch your souls. Therefore,
- [Blessed Basil Hopko](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/07/23/blessed-basil-hopko/) - The Byzantine Church recalls the memory of a 20th century martyr for the faith, Basil Hopko (April 24, 1904—July 23, 1976) was a priest and bishop of the Slovak Greek Catholic Church. Hopko was beatified by Pope John Paul II for his martyrdom under Communist occupation. Having contemporary models of holiness is important to us
- [St Mary Magdalene](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/07/22/st-mary-magdalene/) - The Church recalls the memory of the holy myrrhbearer and equal of the apostles, Mary Magdalene. There are several Marys mentioned in the New Testament. The surname Magdalene distinguishes this Mary as the one from the town of Magdala. Luke’s gospel mentions that Jesus relieved her of seven devils, which could have simply been some
- [St Elijah the Holy Prophet](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/07/20/st-elijah-the-holy-prophet/) - Today, we liturgically remember Elijah the Prophet. It is a day to request a blessing for the car and motorcycle. Prophet Elijah of great renown, seer of the mighty mighty works of God, by your command you held back the rain! Pray for us to the only Lover of mankind! (Kontakion) Elijah was a prophet
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/07/19/parish-announcements-13/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered to God’s glory in memory of Francis Dmyterko requested by the Family. Dear Parishioners, please close your phones during the Divine Liturgy. Your phones make our stream live difficult. Thank you! Dear Parishioners: if anyone needs help such as going to the store to buy
- [St Vladimir the Great (of Kiev)](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/07/15/st-vladimir-the-great-of-kiev/) - The Kievan Rus' Church --to which we belong-- today liturgically recalls the memory of Vladimir. The holy Vladimir the Great, grand prince of Kiev and equal of the apostles, in baptism named Basil. Vladimir descended from the Slavic-Viking line of Rurik. He began his princely career in Novgorod, and eventually, by cunning as much as
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/07/11/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-125/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 7/12, 6th Sunday after Pentecost 9:00 a.m. +Rose Mary Deren requested by Cathy E. Kolesnik 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Romani 12:6-14 Gospel: Matthew 9:1-8, Tone 5 Monday, 7/13, Synaxis of the Archangel Gabriel 8:00 a.m. +Alicja Krenta (Pan.) requested by Osyp Danko Tuesday, 7/14, Holy
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/07/11/parish-announcements-12/) - Christ is among us! Jesus Heals A Paralytic “Which is less trouble to say, ‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or ‘Stand up and walk’? “To help you realize that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins” He then said to the paralytic, “Stand up! Roll up your mat, and go home.” (Matthew
- [Divine Liturgy in English -online](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/07/05/divine-liturgy-in-english-online-2/) - Divine Liturgy for the Fifth Sunday after Pentecost, July 5, 2020 in English
- [Divine Liturgy in Ukrainian -online](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/07/05/divine-liturgy-in-ukrainian-online-2/) - Divine Liturgy for the Fifth Sunday after Pentecost, July 5, 2020 in Ukrainian
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/07/04/parish-announcements-11/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered to God’s glory by Katia and Andrew Bamber in memory of Wasylyna Yukash. Every Sunday you can watch the Divine Liturgy live streamed on our parish Facebook page and parish website at 9:00 a.m. in English and 10:30 a.m. in Ukrainian. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stmichaelnewhaven Website: http://stmichaelukrainian.org
- [Happy July 4th!](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/07/04/happy-july-4th/) - God Bless these United States of America https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cAZ8QJgFHOg&fbclid=IwAR1sB1bAGt4T2Q1y3o-_cf-9rgQshdD1N1zLkmcDM9ohTUlQ-7ARMvbn7-I
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/07/04/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-124/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 7/05, 5th Sunday after Pentecost — Moleben to Jesus Christ 9:00 a.m. +Rosemary and Michael Waselik requested by the Family 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Roman 10:1-10 Gospel: Matthew 8:28-9:1, Tone 4 Monday, 7/06, Our Venerable Sisoes the Great 8:00 a.m. +Anna Lupsac (Pan.) requested by
- [Praying with the Pope](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/07/01/praying-with-the-pope/) - The prayer intention of Pope Francis for the month of July: We pray that today's families may be accompanied with love, respect and guidance. May the Holy Family intercede for us.
- [Father Robert Markovich fell asleep](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/06/29/father-robert-markovich-fell-asleep/) - Early today, Father Robert Markovich fell asleep in the Lord. Father Robert Markovich, was a priest of the Eparchy of Stamford for 19 years. Father Markovitch was born on March 3, 1960 in Lorain, OH. Ordained a priest by Most Rev. Basil Losten on January 21, 2001, in Stamford, CT. Served in the following parishes: St.
- [Sts Peter and Paul](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/06/29/sts-peter-and-paul/) - “The feast of Peter and Paul and the Birth of John the Baptist are ranked as great feasts, after those of Christ and the Theotokos. Icons of the apostles grouped at the Ascension or at Pentecost always picture Peter and Paul at the head of the assembly, although, historically, Paul was not present at either.
- [Divine Liturgy in English -online](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/06/28/divine-liturgy-in-english-online/) - Divine Liturgy for the 4th Sunday after Pentecost, June 28, 2020, 9:00 a.m. (in English)
- [Divine Liturgy in Ukrainian -online](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/06/28/divine-liturgy-in-ukrainian-online/) - Divine Liturgy for the 4th Sunday after Pentecost, June 28, 2020 (Ukrainian)
- [The Birth of St John the Baptist](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/06/24/the-birth-of-st-john-the-baptist/) - THE BIRTHDAY OF THE GLORIOUS PROPHET AND FORERUNNER AND BAPTIST OF THE LORD, JOHN. Pagan antiquity had festivals marking the winter and summer solstices. The Christian calendar absorbed these feasts, observing the birth of Christ in December on the shortest day, and that of John the Baptist in June on the longest day. From this
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/06/21/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-123/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 6/21, 3rd Sunday after Pentecost and Moleben to Jesus Christ 9:00 a.m. For All Fathers requested by Judith Ellis 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Romani 5:1-10 Gospel: Matthew 6:22-34, Tone 2 Monday, 6/22, Holy Bishop Martyr Eusebius 8:00 a.m. +Mary Ann Yursha (40 days, Pan.) requested
- [Rose Marie Deren asleep in the Lord](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/06/21/rose-marie-deren-asleep-in-the-lord/) - Rose Marie Deren fell asleep in the Lord. She died at 93 and she was a former long time parishioner of our church. Rose's full obituary may be read here. In Christian charity please remember in your prayer Rose's children and grandchildren. May the Holy Theotokos, the saints and angels assist Rose to the Beatific
- [Divine Liturgy for the Third Sunday after Pentecost, in Ukrainian -online](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/06/21/divine-liturgy-for-the-third-sunday-after-pentecost-in-ukrainian-online/) - The Divine Liturgy for the Third Sunday after Pentecost, June 21, 2020, in Ukrainian.
- [Divine Liturgy for the Third Sunday after Pentecost in English -online](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/06/21/divine-liturgy-for-the-third-sunday-after-pentecost-in-english-online/) - Divine Liturgy for the Third Sunday after Pentecost, June 21, 2020 (English) Keep the eyes of your soul pure in order to know and love God.
- [Prayer for Fathers](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/06/21/prayer-for-fathers/) - Here is a an optional special petition for Father's Day: O Lord our God, the Infinite Father: we beseech You to attentively hear our supplicating voices which we, Your humble sons and daughters and lowly children, offer today in behalf of all of our fathers. To our youthful fathers, may You give the wisdom of
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/06/21/parish-announcements-10/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered God’s glory by Roman and Nataliya Sokhan in memory of Yaroslava Kalynec. Every Sunday you can watch stream live on parish Facebook at 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy in English language and 10:30 Divine Liturgy in Ukrainian language. Facebook: St Michael the Archangel Ukrainian Catholic Church
- [The holy prophet and saint Amos](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/06/15/the-holy-prophet-and-saint-amos/) - The Church liturgically recalls the memory of the holy prophet, Amos. Like the other prophets, he is revered as a saint. Amos is third of the Twelve Minor Prophets who lived during the eighth century before Jesus Christ. The Church sings in the Kontakion: Purifying your fervent heart by the Spirit, / O glorious Prophet
- [Divine Liturgy, June 14, 2020 in English --online](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/06/14/divine-liturgy-june-14-2020-in-english-online/) - Divine Liturgy for the Second Sunday after Pentecost, in English 
- [Divine Liturgy, June 14, 2020, in Ukrainian --online](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/06/14/divine-liturgy-june-14-2020-in-ukrainian-online/) - Divine Liturgy for the Second Sunday after Pentecost, in Ukrainian
- [Mykola Bychok ordained bishop](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/06/07/mykola-bychok-ordained-bishop/) - Vladyka Mykola (Bychok), the newest bishop of the UGCC consecrated today on the Feast of the Descent of the Holy Spirit to be Bishop of the Eparchy of Australia and New Zealand. May God grant many years.
- [Divine Liturgy for All Saints Sunday -online](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/06/07/divine-liturgy-for-all-saints-sunday-online/)
- [New book on Maxim Hermaniuk, Vatican II and the UGCC](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/06/06/new-book-on-maxim-hermaniuk-vatican-ii-and-the-ugcc/) - Peeters in Leuven recently published Metropolitan Maxim Hermaniuk, Vatican II and the Ukrainian Greco-Catholic Church edited by Jaroslav Skira and Peter De Mey. It is in the series Eastern Christian Studies, number 31. This volume offers a collection of essays, by internationally known scholars, on the Ukrainian-Canadian Metropolitan Maxim Hermaniuk and the Ukrainian Greco-Catholic Church
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/06/06/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-122/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 6/07, Sunday of All Saints; Moleben to Jesus Christ 9:00 a.m. +Ann Muryn requested Mary and Michael Muryn 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish; Moleben to Jesus Christ Epistle: Hebrews 11:32-12:2a Gospel: Matthew 10:32-33; 37-38 and 19:27-30, Tone 8 Monday, 6/08, Translation of the Relics of Great Martyr
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/06/06/parish-announcements-9/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered to God’s glory by Maria Wysowskyj in memory of the Babovskij family. Every Sunday you can watch streamed live on parish Facebook page and website at 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy in the English language and 10:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy in the Ukrainian language. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stmichaelnewhaven
- [June's prayer intention](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/06/01/junes-prayer-intention/) - As is our custom, let us pray for the Church using the intention of Pope Francis. His prayer intention for the month of June is: We pray that all those who suffer may find their way in life, allowing themselves to be touched by the Heart of Jesus. Praying the Jesus Prayer is highly recommended
- [Time to Heal --Bishop Paul calls us](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/06/03/time-to-heal-bishop-paul-calls-us/) - On Saturday, June 6, Bishop Paul invites the faithful of the Stamford Eparchy to join Him for a bilingual prayer service “Time to Heal” streamed LIVE from St. Basil Seminary Chapel at 6:00 p.m. The stream will be available at St. Basil Seminary Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/stbasilcollege/
- [Divine Liturgy for the Holy and Glorious Pentecost](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/05/31/divine-liturgy-for-the-holy-and-glorious-pentecost/) - “Blessed are You, O Christ our God who revealed the fishermen as most wise by sending them the Holy Spirit; through them You caught the entire world. Loving Master, glory to you.”
- [Pentecost Pastoral of Ukrainian Catholic Bishops USA](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/05/31/pentecost-pastoral-of-ukrainian-catholic-bishops-usa/) - Pentecost Pastoral of the Ukrainian Catholic Hierarchy of the U.S.A. To our Clergy, Hieromonks and Brothers, Religious Sisters, Seminarians, and Beloved Faithful Glory to Jesus Christ! Beloved Brothers and Sisters in Christ! We greet you on the joyous feast of Pentecost, the birth of the Church, and the rebirth of nature. This year, Pentecost coincides
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/05/31/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-121/) - Christ is risen! Sunday, 5/31, Pentecost Sunday, the Moleben to the Mother of God follows the Liturgies 9:00 a.m. +Mary Ann Yursha requested by Janet Farnish 10:30 a.m. For the people of the parish Epistle: Acts of the Apostles 2:1-11 Gospel: John 7:37-52 and 8:12, Tone 7 Monday, 6/01, Pentecost Monday 9:00 a.m. + Mary
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/05/31/parish-announcements-8/) - The Holy Spirit is among us! This week vigil light is offered to God’s glory by Judith Pond in memory of Anna Lipcan. Every Sunday you can watch live on parish Facebook at 10:30 Divine Liturgy in Ukrainian languages. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stmichaelnewhaven The Liturgy is also posted here on the parish website. The Panachyda Service at
- [Parish Opening](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/05/28/parish-opening/) - Dear Parishioners, This Sunday, May 31, 2020, our church in New Haven will resume public attendance at the Divine Liturgy, which will be celebrated at 9:00 (English) and 10:30 (Ukrainian). We will be adhering to the Guidelines for Opening Churches provided by our Diocese. Some of these guidelines include: 1. Please maintain social distancing of
- [Divine Liturgy for the Sunday of the First Father of Nicea -online](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/05/24/divine-liturgy-for-the-sunday-of-the-first-father-of-nicea-online/)
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/05/23/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-120/) - Christ is risen! Sunday, 5/24, Sunday of the Fathers of the First Council 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish Moleben to the Mother of God Epistle: Acts of the Apostles 20:16-18 and 28-38 Gospel: John 17:1-13, Tone 6 Monday, 5/25, Third Finding of the Head of John the Baptist 9:00 a.m. +Eugenia Dobczansky
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/05/23/parish-announcements-7/) - Christ is risen! This week vigil light is offered to God by Emilia Iwaniw in memory of Orest Dubno. Every Sunday you can watch live on parish Facebook at 10:00 Divine Liturgy in both languages Ukrainian and English. The Liturgy is posted HERE on the parish website. On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stmichaelnewhaven The Panachyda Service at the
- [Thomas Sunday](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/05/05/thomas-sunday-3/) - “The tomb being sealed (Ἐσφραγισμένου τοῦ μνήματος / Запечатану гробу), as Life, You shone forth, O Christ God; / And the doors being shut (καὶ τῶν θυρῶν κεκλεισμένων / и дверем заключенным), You came before the disciples, O Resurrection of all, / Renewing in us, through them, an upright spirit, // By the greatness of
- [Mary Ann Yursha fell asleep in the Lord](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/05/14/mary-ann-yursha-fell-asleep-in-the-lord/) - We are sad to announce that Mary Ann (Herceg) Yursha, 82, of Wallingford, died Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Due to the COVID 19 health crisis, Mary Ann's family will have a private family service at The Wallingford Funeral Home. Interment in the State Veterans' Cemetery in Middletown will be private. Mary Ann's obituary may be
- [Bishop Paul celebrates his birth](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/05/19/bishop-paul-celebrates-his-birth/) - Today (May 19th), our Bishop Paul Chomnycky, OSBM, the Eparch of Stamford, celebrates his birthday. Bishop was born in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. He entered the novitiate of the Order of St. Basil the Great, the Basilian Monastery in Glen Cove, New York, in November 1982 and professed final vows in Rome on January 1,
- [Sunday of the Man Born Blind -online](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/05/17/sunday-of-the-man-born-blind-online/)
- [Fourth Sunday after Pascha -online](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/05/10/fourth-sunday-after-pascha-online/) - The Sunday Divine Liturgy
- [Iconography of the Mother of God presented](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/05/07/iconography-of-the-mother-of-god-presented/) - Today,May 7, a presentation on the Iconography of the Mother of God was given as part of the Knights of Columbus Museum’s webinar series. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0n6bCMMyeJ4&t=856s The presenter, Marek Czarnecki, is a well skilled in iconography. He lives in Meriden, CT. Scholars have classified over 600 distinct prototypes for icons of the Mother of God. How
- [Moving toward Pentecost](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/05/06/moving-toward-pentecost/) - Today, May 6, in the Byzantine Church following the Gregorian calendar, it is the feast of half-Pentecost (half of the Pascal Time). Now is the time to think about what gift of the Holy Spirit you are going to ask for (there are 7). Let's attend to the Gospel text of today (John 7: 14-30):
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/05/03/parish-announcements-6/) - Christ is risen! This week vigil light is offered to God’s Glory by Halya Lodynsky in memory of Stefan Jurczak. Asleep in the Lord —Olga Mackew fell asleep in the Lord. Please remember her in your prayers. Eternal Memory! Every Sunday you can watch the Divine Liturgy (in Ukrainian and English) live on parish Facebook
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/05/03/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-119/) - Christ is risen! Sunday, 5/03, Sunday of the Paralytic Man 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish and for all sick people of corona virus Moleben to the Mother of God Epistle: Acts. 9:32-42 Gospel: John 5:1-15, Tone 3 Monday, 5/04, Holy Martyr Pelagia 9:00 a.m. +Olga Mackew (Pan.) Tuesday, 5/05, Holy Great Martyr
- [Divine Liturgy to be live stream on May 3](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/05/02/divine-liturgy-to-be-live-stream-on-may-3/) - Christ is risen! The Divine Liturgy will be live streamed on Sunday, May 3, 10:00 a.m. on Facebook and on the parish website. Join us for the Liturgy! Peace!
- [Prayer intention of Pope Francis, May 2020](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/05/01/prayer-intention-of-pope-francis-may-2020/) - We pray that deacons, faithful in their service to the Word and the poor, may be an invigorating symbol for the entire Church. Through the intercession of St Stephen and St Lawrence, let pray for the deacons and for the Church.
- [Marking 34 years since Chornobyl](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/26/marking-34-years-since-chornobyl/) - Today, Sunday 26 April 2020, history marks 34 years since the world's worst nuclear disaster - Chornobyl. Let us commemorate the victims and honor their memory with prayer. Eternal memory! Vichnaya Pamyat!
- [What Are The Eastern Rite Catholic Churches?](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/26/what-are-the-eastern-rite-catholic-churches/) - This is an episode of "The Catholic Talk Show," talking with Fr. Elias Rafaj of the Ruthenian Church discussing the Eastern Catholic Churches attending to the similarities and differences with the Latin Catholic Church. Highly recommended as part of your adult faith formation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8HHMZcoxDiE&fbclid=IwAR0ogumvv-rKkGCAqEjHh9yGb89ElsBCT57p-mW5bJZBIGxMmvB_dSpNOpY
- [Divine Liturgy 4/26/2020](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/26/divine-liturgy-4-26-2020/)
- [Olga (Alice) Mackew, 108, asleep in the Lord](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/26/olga-alice-mackew-108-asleep-in-the-lord/) - We are sad to announce the falling asleep in the Lord of Olga (Alice) Mackew, 108, yesterday morning at Mary Wade Home. The funeral arrangements are pending. In your charity, please pray for the intercession of Mary, the Great Mother of God for the eternal rest of Olga and the consolation of her family. May
- [Iconography 4 Kids](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/26/iconography-4-kids/) - The Office of Religious Education of the Ruthenian Eparchy of Parma produced a series with Father Marek Visnovsky who will be talking about how icons are made and the symbolism behind each stage of the process - for kids! Horizons Media produced the video. Excellent intro, even for adults. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZuBeR8GBp5s&fbclid=IwAR2Tq8EmIZDZnZwjSZh5c4doNU3qCCHgXoyAIWj_jhB58qkm3Ms1ZfQDhnM
- [Divine Liturgy live streamed April 26](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/25/divine-liturgy-live-streamed-april-26/) - Christ is risen! The Divine Liturgy will be served tomorrow and we invite you to watch the live stream on Facebook and on the parish website. Divine Liturgy at 10:00 a.m. in English and Ukrainian. Join us in prayer. Peace!
- [Re-Consecration of the USA to Our Lady](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/25/re-consecration-of-the-usa-to-our-lady/) - We would like to make you aware of the attached letter from Archbishop Jose Gomez, President of the USCCB, regarding the Re-Consecration of the United States to Our Lady, under the title of Mary, Mother of the Church, on 1 May, in union with the Bishops of Canada. This act of consecration is an occasion
- [Petrusia Mokrycki eternal memory](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/20/petrusia-mokrycki-eternal-memory/) - Petrusia Mokrycki a frequent contributor to Ukrainian things on Facebook died suddenly in an accident last Sunday in Palm Harbor Florida. Originally from Hartford, Patty was the former trustee to St. Michael's Ukrainian Catholic Church in Hartford during its centennial celebration in 2011. May she rest in peace. Eternal memory.
- [Pascha Liturgy, 2020, Julian Calendar](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/19/pascha-liturgy-2020-julian-calendar/) - “Christ is risen from the dead, trampling down death by death, and upon those in the tombs bestowing life.” (Paschal Troparion-hymn) The Light Has Come! Christ is Risen! Christos Anesti! Christus resurrexit! Al-Masseh Qam! Christos Voskrese!
- [Divine Liturgy will be live streamed Sunday, April 19](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/18/divine-liturgy-will-be-live-streamed-sunday-april-19/) - The Divine Liturgy will be live streamed tomorrow, April 19, for Julian calendar Easter at 10:00 a.m. on the parish Facebook page (@stmichaelnewhaven). Christos anesti!
- [Bodily Resurrection of Christ](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/13/bodily-resurrection-of-christ/) - Did Jesus physically rise from the dead? Does it matter? We filmed this last year, but the message is still relevant. Rev. Deacon Anthony Dragani, PhD talks about this very important pillar of Christianity.
- [The Orthodox Church in the Time of COVID-19](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/13/the-orthodox-church-in-the-time-of-covid-19-2/) - "The Orthodox Church in the Time of COVID-19" The Wheel Journal (@wheeljournal on Facebook) has an extraordinary online Symposium "The Orthodox Church in the Time of COVID-19" is available on YouTube. The conversation is moderated by Joseph Clarke. The panelists include: Archpriest Alexis Vinogradov, Sister Vassa Larin, Archimandrite Cyril Hovorun, Father Peter Scorer, Dr. Gayle
- [Easter Sunday Divine Liturgy 2020](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/12/easter-sunday-divine-liturgy-2020/) - The Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom for Holy Pascha (Easter)
- [Pascha](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/12/pascha-2/) - “Christ is risen! Indeed, he is risen” It has become a habit of the “wise of this world,” - those who claim to discern reality as it truly is - to say that modern man can no longer believe in miracles. Science has invalidated “miracles,” and while the Resurrection is a very nice thing, it
- [Easter Sunday Liturgy 2020](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/11/easter-sunday-liturgy-2020/) - On Easter Sunday, the Divine Liturgy will be live streamed at 10:00 a.m. in English and in Ukrainian. It will be on the parish Facebook page (stmichaelnewhaven) AND it will later be posted here on this website http://stmichaelukrainian.org
- [Blessing of Easter Foods 2020](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/11/blessing-of-easter-foods-2020/) - Father Iura blessed our Easter Foods today. As His Beatitude, Patriarch Sviatoslav said, the blessing of foods is communicated with through the social media.
- [GREAT AND HOLY FRIDAY](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/10/great-and-holy-friday/) - St. Gregory Palamas on the Atonement... "Man was led into his captivity when he experienced God's wrath, this wrath being the good God's just abandonment of man. God had to be reconciled with the human race, for otherwise mankind could not be set free from the servitude. A sacrifice was needed to reconcile the Father
- [Keeping parish on mission and budget](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/11/keeping-parish-on-mission-and-budget/) - Dear Parishioners of St. Michael's Ukrainian Catholic Church: It is apparent that parishioners will not be able to attend the Divine Liturgies in our church at least until April 30. Realizing that this is a very extraordinary and difficult time in all aspects of our life today, we humbly ask for your continued financial support
- [Live stream Paschal liturgies](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/10/live-stream-paschal-liturgies/) - In addition to liveliturgy.com, which will give you abundance of options for the Divine Liturgy around the world, in various Eastern Churches and languages. This option was previously sent to you. You can also attend the Paschal liturgies at St Michael's in Terryville, CT ... https://stmichaelsterryville.org/holy-week
- [Easter Basket blessing 2020](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/10/easter-basket-blessing-2020/) - Easter Baskets will be blessed on Saturday, April 11. This blessing will be live streamed via Facebook at 4:00 PM AND will also be posted on the parish website (http://stmichaelukrainian.org) Parishioners will be able to sprinkle their baskets with holy water while Fr. Iura does this virtual blessing. Those parishioners who do not have access
- [Holy Wednesday - Anointing of the Sick](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/08/holy-wednesday-anointing-of-the-sick/) - Most of us will not be able to participate in this rite personally this year but we can still pray. In a special way let us pray for all afflicted with the corona virus. “… Yes, O Lord, send down your healing power from heaven, touch the body, quench the fever, ease the suffering, and
- [Metropolitan-Archbishop Emeritus Stephen Sulyk asleep in the Lord](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/06/metropolitan-archbishop-emeritus-stephen-sulyk-asleep-in-the-lord/) - Metropolitan-Archbishop Emeritus Stephen Sulyk Born into life—October 2, 1924 Born into Eternal Life—April 6, 2020 Stephen Sulyk was born to Michael and Mary Denys Sulyk on October 2, 1924 in Balnycia, a village in the Lemko District of the Carpathian mountains in Western Ukraine. In 1944, he graduated from high school in Sambir. After graduation,
- [Divine Liturgy](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/04/divine-liturgy/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Regrettably, the following liturgies are not open to the public. Sunday, 4/05, Palm Sunday 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish and For all sick people with corona virus Blessing of Pussy-willows Epistle: Philippians 4:4-9 Gospel: John 12:1-18, Tone 2 Monday, 4/06, Holy Father Methodius, teachers of Slavs 9:00 a.m.
- [Parish announcements this week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/04/parish-announcements-this-week-115/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered to God by Katia and Andrew Bamber in memory of John Muzyka Thank you to Mr. Rudpolh Brezicki and the Brezicki Family for their donation of pussy willows to our parish. Easter Baskets will be blessed on Saturday, April 11. This blessing will be live
- [Sviatoslav's Palm Sunday Letter 2020](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/04/sviatoslavs-palm-sunday-letter-2020/) - PASTORAL LETTER OF HIS BEATITUDE SVIATOSLAV TO YOUTH ON PALM SUNDAY Beloved in Christ Youth in Ukraine and abroad! Palm Sunday, the day of Christ’s triumphant entry in Jerusalem, is traditionally for me and the entire leadership of our Church an opportunity to address you with a special letter. I always cherish this opportunity because
- [At home with Holy Week and Pascha](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/04/at-home-with-holy-week-and-pascha/) - Here is a wonderful resource for celebrating the Holy Week and Pascha at home. The resource is curated by the nuns of Christ the Bridegroom Monastery (Ohio). It is the best thing found so far and perhaps it can aid you in this time! For the Domestic Church 2020
- [Blessing of Easter Baskets 2020](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/03/blessing-of-easter-baskets-2020/) - Easter Baskets will be blessed on Saturday, April 11. This blessing will be live streamed via Facebook at 4:00 PM and will also be posted on the parish website. Parishioners will be able to sprinkle their baskets with holy water while Fr. Iura does this virtual blessing. Those parishioners who do not have access to
- [Praying with Pope Francis in April](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/04/03/praying-with-pope-francis-in-april/) - The monthly prayer intention of Pope Francis: "We pray that those suffering from addiction may be helped and accompanied." Throughout April, let us remember this intention. How many people do we know who live with addiction of some type!
- [Our Holy Mother Mary of Egypt](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/03/29/our-holy-mother-mary-of-egypt/) - In the Great Canon of St. Andrew of Crete and on the Fifth Sunday of the Great Fast, we remember St. Mary of Egypt and read her life. The Great Fast is an activity of the whole Christian community to renew our faith and to come closer to Christ. This total renewal, however, must be
- [Remember to support your parish](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/03/28/remember-to-support-your-parish/) - Dear Parishioners of St. Michael's Ukrainian Catholic Church: Although we are all saddened by the loss of our beloved Divine Liturgy in church, we are encouraging everyone who uses envelopes at the parish to please mail them in. We rely on the weekly collection to meet the mission of the Parish and our budget. Please
- [Divine Liturgy for the week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/03/28/divine-liturgy-for-the-week-2/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 3/29, 5th Sunday of Lent 10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish AND For all sick people from corona virus Epistle: Hebrews 9:11-14 Gospel: Mark 10:32-45, Tone 1 Monday, 3/30, Our Venerable John Climacus 9:00 a.m. God’s blessings for the Yanovski, Korenovski, Chermak families requested by the Chermak family
- [Parish announcements this week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/03/28/parish-announcements-this-week-114/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered to God’s glory by Natalyia and Roman Sokhan in memory of Yaroslava Kalynec. Asleep in the Lord: Lew Markiw. Please remember him in your prayers. Eternal Memory! Due to the coronavirus epidemic, there will be no Knights of Columbus meetings until further notice. Due to
- [Pyrohy (pierogi) Saturday](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/03/26/pyrohy-pierogi-saturday/) - Dear Friends, Christ is among us! The April pyrohy (pierogi) Saturday is cancelled. We will evaluate for the May Pyrohy Saturday. Stay tuned. Blessings and stay safe!
- [First Byzantine monastery found in Spain](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/03/23/first-byzantine-monastery-found-in-spain/) - Interesting news for the Byzantine world! " Archaeological experts from the University of Alicante in Spain have recently identified the first Byzantine monastery ever found on the Iberian peninsula," located in the area of Elda, Alicante.
- [Leo Markiw fell asleep in the Lord](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/03/22/leo-markiw-fell-asleep-in-the-lord/) - We are sad to announce that a former parishioner of ours, Leo Markiw, has fallen asleep in the Lord. Leo's obituary may be read here. Let us pray for the repose of the soul of Leo Markiw and for his family who mourn him. May the Holy Theotokos with the angels and saints assist Leo
- [Eastern liturgies online](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/03/22/eastern-liturgies-online/) - Here is a link to various Eastern liturgies, Catholic and Orthodox, in the USA and Europe. There is also a button for the Deaf community. http://liveliturgy.com
- [Need food or groceries?](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/03/21/need-food-or-groceries/) - For those parishioners in need of food or other groceries, Father Iura is offering to purchase. We are looking to respond to this need for our parish elderly and shut-ins need. If you are need, or are able to assist Father, please call 203-865-0388. "Whatever you did for one of these least ones of mine,
- [St. Michael's open for prayer](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/03/21/st-michaels-open-for-prayer/) - St. Michael the Archangel Ukrainian Catholic Church open for prayer Due to the Coronavirus outbreak, regular Sunday Divine Liturgies are cancelled until further notice. Thank you for your understanding. The Church is open for private prayers Daily 9:30 AM-10:30 AM Sunday 10:30 AM -12:00 AM or for Confession & Holy Communion Call
- [Spiritual Resources for this time](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/03/19/spiritual-resources-for-this-time/) - Visit this link for curated resources beneficial for the faithful during this time of COVID-19. It is a great resource with which to engage. Thanks to Bishop Bohdan of the St. Josaphat Eparchy.
- [Українські єпископи США на COVID-19](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/03/18/Українські-єпископи-США-на-covid-19/) - Звернення єпископів Української Католицької Церкви у Сполучених Штатах Америки з приводу пандемії вірусу COVID-19 “Усе що ви зробили зробили одному з Моїх братів найменших - ви Мені зробили”. (Мт. 25,40) Дорогі священнослужителі, монахи і монахині та вірні! У зв’язку з пандемією вірусу COVID-19, який блискавично поширюється нашою планетою, ми, єпископи Української Католицької Церкви у Сполучених
- [Ukrainian Bishops on COVID-19](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/03/18/ukrainian-bishops-on-covid-19/) - Memorandum of the bishops of the Ukrainian Catholic Church in the United States of America regarding of the COVID-19 pandemic “Whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me.” (Mt. 25, 40) Dear clergy, religious, and faithful! Responding to the outbreak of the global pandemic virus COVID-19, which has been
- [Joshua J. Brezicki fell asleep in the Lord](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/03/12/joshua-j-brezicki-fell-asleep-in-the-lord/) - Joshua J. Brezicki, 31, fell asleep in the Lord on Saturday, March 7, 2020, as a result of injuries sustained in a car accident. He was a parishioner of St. Michael's where he also served at the altar. The funeral services: Visiting hours will be Friday, March 13 from 4:00 to 8:00pm at the North
- [Martyrs of Sebaste, Armenia](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/03/09/martyrs-of-sebaste-armenia/) - Together let us honor that holy company united by faith, those noble warriors of the Master of all; they were divinely enlisted for Christ and passed through fire and water. The they entered into refreshment and pray for those who cry: Glory Him who has strengthened you; glory to Him who has crowned you; glory
- [SAINTS AND LADDERS --St John Climacus](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/03/22/saints-and-ladders-st-john-climacus/) - SAINTS AND LADDERS This coming Sunday, the fourth of Lent, the Eastern Churches will commemorate St John of the Ladder (Climacus)(c579-649) monk and abbot of Mount Sinai and author of "The Ladder of Divine Ascent", 30 stages rising through attention and humility into love and union with God. The image of ascent remains perhaps for
- [Prayers requested for Evelyn Moreno](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/03/11/prayers-requested-for-evelyn-moreno/) - His Excellency, Bishop Paul Chomnycky, OSBM writes to ask for prayers for Evelyn Moreno Please be informed that as a result of a very unfortunate accident after a grease fire in the kitchen, Mrs. Evelyn Moreno, wife of Fr. Robert Moreno, sustained severe burns on 40 % of her body. She is presently being taken
- [Easter bread (Pascha) 2020](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/03/05/easter-bread-pascha-2020/) - UNWLA branch 108 will be taking orders for Ukrainian Easter bread (pascha). They will be available for pick up on April 4 and 5; there will only be a limited amount available so pre-order your paska now. To place an order call or text Anna at 203-506-1818 or e-mail ans51@sbcglobal.net 108 Biдділ Cоюз Українок буде
- [New book: Strangers in a Strange Church](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/02/29/new-book-strangers-in-a-strange-church/) - "This mainly young group of people – none of whom are ethnic Ukrainian and many who were not raised Catholic – has breathed new life into not only the shrine community, but the overall Ukrainian Greco-Catholic Church in Canada." Book spotlights ‘new faces’ in Ukrainian Catholic Church in Canada By Christopher Guly/Special to The Ukrainian
- [Divine Liturgy this week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/02/29/divine-liturgy-this-week-15/) - Glory to Jesus Christ Sunday, 3/01, 1st Sunday of Lent 9:00 a.m. For the people of the parish 10:00 a.m. +Gregory Dubno requested by Luba Dubno Epistle: Hebrews 11:24-26, 32-40;12:1-2 Gospel: John 1:43-51, Tone 5 Monday, 3/02, Holy Priest Martyr Theodotus 9:00 a.m. +Stefan Jurczak (Pan.) requested by Ihor and Olia Lewiskyj and family Tuesday,
- [Parish announcements this week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/02/29/parish-announcements-this-week-113/) - Christ is among us! This week vigil light is offered to God by by Katia and Andrew Bamber in memory of +Orest Dubno. Liturgy of Pre-sanctified Gifts will be celebrated on Friday, March 6 at 7:00 PM. Please come and join in this beautiful tradition of our Church. The next meeting of Knights of Columbus
- [Lenten Service on Friday](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/02/27/lenten-service-on-friday/) - The Liturgy of Presanctified Gifts will be served on Friday, February 28, 7:00 p.m. Here is some information on this particular Lenten service, please read...
- [Talking serious theology](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/02/26/talking-serious-theology/) - New Episode from Matt Fradd! I talk with Byzantine priest and co-host of Catholic Stuff You Should Know, Fr. Michael O'Loughlin about the Eastern Catholicism, Eastern Orthodoxy, the Filioque, and much, much more. Listen here: https://buff.ly/2Vn5WHF
- [American Melkite Appointed New Secretary at Vatican](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/02/25/american-melkite-appointed-new-secretary-at-vatican/) - VATICAN – Holy Father Francis has appointed Bishop George Demetrio Gallaro as the new Secretary of the Congregation for the Eastern Churches. Published on Tuesday February 25, 2020, at noon Italian time in the Sala Stampa, the former Bishop of the Eparchy of Piana degli Albanesi di Sicilia was appointed to the rank of titular
- [Clerical celibacy, marriage and priesthood](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/02/23/clerical-celibacy-marriage-and-priesthood/) - Abbot Nicholas (Zachariadis) of the Holy Resurrection Monastery (Wisconsin) gave a non-scholarly talk on celibacy, marriage and priesthood. It is relevant to Byzantine Catholics (...and others). The talk can be viewed here.
- [US Ukrainian bishops on Pilgrimage to Rome 2020](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/02/20/us-ukrainian-bishops-on-pilgrimage-to-rome-2020/) - The Eastern Catholic Bishops in the USA have been in Rome this week for their every 5 year pilgrimage to the Shrines of Saints Peter and Paul, meetings with the various offices at the Holy See and a meeting with the Pope. Today, the bishops met with Pope Francis. In the picture you'll see
- [Ad Limina Apostolorum 2020](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/02/20/ad-limina-apostolorum-2020/) - A 3 minute video on the US Eastern Bishops making the Ad Limina Apostolorum this week. Be familiar with a venerable tradition of the church of bishops praying at the tombs of Saints Peter and Paul, meeting with the successor of Saint Peter and meeting with the heads of the important offices at the Holy
- [Pope meets with KofC Board](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/02/12/pope-meets-with-kofc-board/) - On February 10, 2020, the Holy Father received in audience the Supreme Knight Carl A. Anderson, his wife and members of the Board of Directors of the Knights of Columbus on the occasion of their annual pilgrimage to Rome, and to celebrate the centenary of the birth of the Foundation. As you know, our parish
- [William C. Celentano, Jr fell asleep in the Lord](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/02/14/william-c-celentano-jr-fell-asleep-in-the-lord/) - The family of William Celentano announce the death of their dear husband, father, and grandfather who fell asleep in the Lord with his family by his side. Please remember William and the family in your prayers. All are invited to pay their respects Sunday from 3-7 at the family funeral home which has cared for
- [Changes in how new initiates become Knight](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/02/01/changes-in-how-new-initiates-become-knight/) - A recent story at CRUX online gives background. You'll notice some parishioners of St Michael's in the image. Carl Anderson, the head of the KofC makes some good points to attend to. "Knights of Columbus unveils initiation ceremony that will be public" After 142 years, the Knights of Columbus is pulling down a
- [Divine Liturgy for the coming week](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/02/01/divine-liturgy-for-the-coming-week-118/) - Glory to Jesus Christ! Note: Candles are blessed before the Divine Liturgy (cf. Molytvoslov, p. 867). After the Liturgy: Anointing of the faithful and distribution of prosfora. Note: There is no fasting this week. Sun. 2/02/20 Sunday of the Publican and Pharisee —Meeting of Our Lord with Simeon 9:00 Special Intention Blessing of Candles 10:30 a.m.
- [Parish announcements](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/02/01/parish-announcements-5/) - Christ is among us! Fr. Iura Godenciuc will be away for short vacation. In case of emergency, you may call Fr. Paul Luniw (860) 583-7588 or Fr. Stepan Yanovski This week’s vigil light is offered to God’s glory by Larissa and Svitlana in memory of Anya Rohmer-Hanson (Mykytey). The February meeting of Knights of Columbus
- [Strangers in a Strange Church book launch](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/02/01/strangers-in-a-strange-church-book-launch/) - Book launch for Christopher Guly's book "Strangers in a Strange Church? New Faces of Ukrainian Catholicism in Canada," Saint Patrick's Basilica, Ottawa, Canada, 23 January 2020. Watch the book launch here. Sheptytsky Institute of Eastern Christian Studies https://www.sheptytskyinstitute.ca/
- [St Ephrem the Syrian](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/01/28/st-ephrem-the-syrian/) - Today, the Church liturgically recalls the life and work of Our Holy Father Ephrem the Syrian. As we have seen, the theology of Syrian was a fountain of teaching about the incarnation of our Lord, especially his baptism in the Jordan. The feast of Theophany was the foremost manifestation of the Triune God. Among the
- [Fr Paul Luniw explores Ukrainian Christmas](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/01/26/fr-paul-luniw-explores-ukrainian-christmas/) - Today, Sunday, at the Knights of Columbus Museum, Fr. Paul Luniw’s presentation of Ukrainian Christmas traditions. Father Paul is the pastor of St. Michael the Archangel Ukrainian Catholic Church in Terryville, Connecticut, and the Judicial Vicar for the Eparchy of Stamford. He also decorates Easter eggs beautifully, one of which he presented to Pope Francis.
- [Zacchaeus Sunday](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/01/26/zacchaeus-sunday-2/) - Today is Zacchaeus Sunday! (Lk 19:1-10) "Behold, salvation now enters the city of Jericho. Behold, salvation has come to the house of Zacchaeus, the son of Abraham. May that same Salvation enter our hearts and our homes." Prep for the Great Fast (Lent) begins!
- [Yevshan Ukrainian Vocal Ensemble in New Haven](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/01/18/yevshan-ukrainian-vocal-ensemble-in-new-haven/) - To learn about Yevshan visit: http://yevshan.org
- [Yevshan Ensemble in New Haven](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/2020/01/25/yevshan-ensemble-in-new-haven/) - A light on a dreary January Saturday is the very beautiful performance of the Yevshan Ukrainian Vocal Ensemble @KofCMuseum. The selection of music was taken from Christmas. If you weren’t here you missed something great! A good 75 people enjoyed a bit of culture.‬ Even Bishop Paul showed up! #ByzantineCatholicNewHaven #ByzantineCT #ByzantineConnecticut

## Pages

- [Pyrohy/Pierogi Project](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/pyrohy-pierogi-project/) - Pyrohy, pierogi, perogi, pierogy, perogy, pierógi, pyrogy, pirogi, varenyky, vareniki, вареники… whatever you call them, we have ’em! The Pyrohy Project sells the varenyky in the church hall for $10.00 per dozen. Checks payable to "Pyrohy Project." Extra onions: .50 cents per dozen. 100% of the sales of pyrohy benefit the ministry of St Michael
- [Knights of Columbus](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/knights-of-columbus/) - This Knights of Columbus council (16253) honors the great and holy leader of the Ukrainian Catholic Church, Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky, OSBM. The Council meetings are on the second Mondays at 7:00 p.m. The Blessed Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky Ukrainian Council is active in this parish under the leadership of: Grand Knight: Myron Melnyk Deputy Grand Knight: Todd A. Lane Financial Secretary:
- [Safe Environments --Protecting God's Children](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/safe-environments-protecting-gods-children/) - Safe Environment: Policies and Procedures All clergy, seminarians, religious sisters and brothers, employees, teachers, staff, and volunteers are now required to have an extensive background check if they work with minors under the age of eighteen. In addition, a safe environment training program must be provided to all employees, parents, and children from elementary grades
- [Church Services: Daily, Sunday, feast days and fasts](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/services/) - Sunday 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy in English 10:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy in Ukrainian Weekday Mornings 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy The Divine Liturgy is served both in English and Ukrainian. Confessions The Sacrament of Penance is heard one-half hour prior to the Divine Liturgy. Mysteries For the Mysteries (the Sacraments) of Baptism, Chrismation, Holy Eucharist (all three
- [Educational Resources](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/educational-resources/) - The Divine Liturgy The Typikon (the liturgical guide) for the daily Divine Liturgy. This is an essential resource for effectively praying and studying the liturgical prayer of the Byzantine Catholic Church. The Typikon is edited by Father Taras Chaparin and published monthly in the eparchial newspaper, The Sower. Adult Faith Formation Online Faith Formation classes -
- [Byzantine Saints and Blesseds](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/byzantine-saints-and-blesseds/) - Blessed Basil Hopko, bishop-martyr of Medila Basil or Vasiľ Hopko (April 24, 1904—July 23, 1976) was a priest and bishop of the Slovak Greek Catholic Church. He was beatified by Pope John Paul II for his martyrdom under Communist occupation. Hopko was born in the Rusyn village of Hrabské, Austria-Hungary in county Šariš, presently in
- [Our Church](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/our-church/) - The Major Archbishop -Our Patriarch The Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church is one of over twenty Eastern and Oriental Catholic Churches in communion with the Bishop of Rome. This Ukrainian Catholic Church is led by His Beatitude, Sviatoslav Shevchuk, the Major Archbishop (Patriarch). The Ukrainian Byzantine Catholic Church has parishes and missions on six continents. In
- [Contact Us](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/contact-us/) - Priest Father Iura Godenciuc Parish Trustees Andrew Bamber, Nataliya Lyalka, and Natalie Chermak Address St. Michael the Archangel Church 569 George Street New Haven, CT 06511-5301 USA Directions St. Michael Church is on George Street, a block east of the Yale New Haven Hospital Saint Raphael Campus: (link to map) Phone 203-865-0388 (rectory) 203-789-9554 (church
- [Parish Calendar](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/parish-calendar/) - The St. Michael the Archangel Parish Calendar 2023 Parish Calendar ***The pyrohy schedule may be found here.
- [Welcome!](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/sample-page/) - Welcome to St. Michael the Archangel Ukrainian Catholic Church in New Haven, CT! "Welcome one another, therefore, just as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God." (Romans 15:7) Thank you for your interest in our parish. You are most welcome to the divine services and community events. Whether you are visiting us for
- [Pro-Life](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/pro-life/) - Eastern Christian ProLife The Pro-Life ministry advocates the teaching God as revealed through Divine Revelation and the consistent teaching of the universal Church that human life is to be protected and respected from conception to natural death. Our Byzantine Catholic Church is NOT silent in the face of this evil, especially when inaccurate messages as to when
- [Bible Study](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/bible-study/) - “We have learned the plan of our salvation from no one else other than from those through whom the gospel has come down to us. For they did at one time proclaim the gospel in public. And, at a later period, by the will of God, they handed the gospel down to us in the
- [Ukrainian Relief Project New Haven](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/ukrainian-relief-project-new-haven/)
- [Our Patron](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/our-patron/) - Saint Michael the Archangel Princes of the heavenly hosts, we, though unworthy, beg you to encircle us through your prayers under the shelter of the wings of your spiritual glory. Guard us as we come to you and sincerely cry: Deliver us from dangers, O princes of the powers on high! (Tropar) The liturgical commemoration
- [Ukrainian Heritage Center of New Haven](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/ukrainian-heritage-center-of-new-haven/) - The history of Ukraine has been marked by countless periods of foreign domination, forced influences, and oppression. Yet, throughout centuries of struggle, the Ukrainian people have managed to create and maintain an identity that is unique. This spirit of preservation and proliferation is at the heart of the Ukrainian Heritage Center of New Haven, Conn.
- [Ukrainian Soldier Assistance](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/ukrainian-soldier-assistance/) - 2019 Kostya Shkapoyed and his wife Iryna at Hammonasset Beach. 2018 2017
- [Social Concern](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/social-concern/) - There are various ways by which we are engaged with people, near and far, those in need. Our charitable work is placed under the spiritual patronage of Mary, Mother of God, Saint Mary of Egypt and Saint Mary of Paris. The St. Vincent de Paul Collection The collection of food for those in need Loaves
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- [Byzantine Theology](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/tag/byzantine-theology/)
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- [St Mary of Egypt](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/tag/st-mary-of-egypt/)
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- [culture festival](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/tag/culture-festival/)
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- [Easter Egg hunt](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/tag/easter-egg-hunt/)
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- [lectio divina](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/tag/lectio-divina/)
- [sacred scripture](https://stmichaelukrainian.org/tag/sacred-scripture/)
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