TOUCHSTONE: A JOURNAL OF MERE CHRISTIANITY - Thursday, November 5
. . . is a Christian Journal based on the fundamental doctrines of the Christian Faith. We are happy to announce that J. Douglas Johnson, the Executive Editor of Touchstone, has accepted our invitation to speak here at Holy Cross. Touchstone articles are often used in the Studies in the Faith courses and the Touchstone Conference is attended each year by parishioners. The event is open to our parishioners. We have also put the invite out to Bay Area Orthodox jurisdictions and several Christian churches. The event will open at 6:00 pm in The Oaks, with Mr. Johnson speaking soon after. Refreshments to follow. RSVP to office@goholycross.org
PHILOPTOCHOS PHLASH - News from our recent Board Meeting
Please
click here for the latest issue of The Philoptochos Phlash. Read the news about our upcoming events, AND our continued efforts (with
YOUR help) to assist those in need.
HYMNS FOR SUNDAY
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Sunday's Hymns in PDF.
TRUNK-OR-TREAT! Friday, October 30
Join the Church of the Holy Cross for a
TRUNK-OR-TREAT Family Fun, Treats, Music, Activities, Food (for purchase), & Fellowship!
Friday, October 30, 5-7 PM [4:15 PM, Trunk Setup & Decorating; 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM, Trunk-or-Treating & Activities] Fun for the Whole Family! Please keep all costumes and decorations lighthearted and friendly for all ages. We kindly ask that you avoid scary themes (such as blood, gore, monsters, or supernatural figures) as well as political statements.
RSVP - Reserve your trunk spot and let us know how many kids to expect prepare for!
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COWBOY COFFEE AND BBQ - NOVEMBER 8TH FOLLOWING LITURGY
Y’all are invited to join us for our Faith, Family and Fellowship Roundup in The Oaks. Sponsored by Holy Cross Philoptochos. Tickets are $25 each, kids under 10, free. Enjoy a BBQ meal, fresh coffee, iced tea and homemade sweet treats. Raffle tickets are $5 each or $20 for 5. For questions or reservations contact Gigi at gglafkides@yahoo.com. Hope to see you there! Yeehaw!!! Click here for the event flyer.
GODPARENTS LUNCH - Sunday, November 15
Join us following Divine Liturgy as we honor our Godparents for their love and guidance. Sip & Celebrate! - Spritzes and Mimosas available for purchase. Admission for adults, $35; dancers and children 6 to 18, $20; 5 and under – FREE. For seating requests, please email Kathy Flocas by November 13 at kathyflocas@yahoo.com or 650-862-2610. Flyer and RSVP link here.
KICKS 4 KIDS NEW SHOE DRIVE - Now through November 15
Sponsored by our Holy Cross Philoptochos - Please donate! It’s time once again to open our hearts and make a difference in the life of a child through our Kicks 4 Kids Shoe Drive. A new pair of shoes may seem like a small gift, but to a child in need, it can bring comfort, confidence, and a beautiful smile. We invite you to join us in this special ministry by donating a new pair of shoes and helping us put a smile on a child’s face. Together, we can make a difference—one pair of shoes at a time. Click here to sign up for a Child https://sites.google.com/view/hcnewkicksforkids/home Click here to make a Monetary Donation to Kicks 4 Kids https://www.goholycross.org/Philoptochos/Donation.aspx Click here for the flyer!