October 18th, 2022

Glory to Jesus Christ!

Today we celebrate the memory of the Holy Apostle and Evangelist Luke. He is the patron Saint of doctors, iconographers and artists so it is appropriate that I send out this reminder on his feast day.

This Thursday we will begin the EVENING ICONOGRAPHY CLASS which will run in 8 sessions (see the schedule below). This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about icon painting and to make something beautiful for Christmas. No skill is required and the structure of this class will permit one to work as possible, even missing a couple of classes. I will work with each of you as possible to ensure the completion of a beautiful icon. Deadline for registration is Wednesday.

EVENING ICONOGRAPHY 

By request, Fr. Elias will be offering an evening iconography class, especially for those who are busy during the day. This special class will be offered in 8 possible sessions, although the icon can be completed in 5 sessions, so if you miss some that is ok. This class will be focused on a close-up of the faces of Jesus and Mary from the Our Lady of Tenderness Icon also known at The Virgin of Vladimir. All materials will be provided. The cost of 30$  per person covers that for the entire class. Please contact Fr. Elias for more information or to register at [email protected]

Classes take place from 6-10pm on the following evenings. You can arrive as time permits and Father will be working with students at varying speeds so if you are slow or fast, or late or need to leave early, you will be accommodated. 

Thursday, Oct. 20
Monday, Oct. 24
Tuesday, Nov. 1
Thursday, Nov. 3
Monday, Nov. 7
Thursday, Nov. 10
Monday, Nov. 14
Thursday, Nov. 17

Calling all artists and creatives in our community! 

THANKSGIVING CHRISTMAS MARKET

At St. Basil’s we are blessed to have so many wonderfully creative individuals. Our Byzantine Tradition recognizes that artists, whether they work in paint, stone, word and melody (and other mediums too) participate uniquely in creation, inspiring the world to look higher and deeper at the beauty that surrounds us. By seeing that beauty we get a glimpse of the glory of God.

After a challenging two + years of pandemic, we are now together again and we would like to invite the artists of our parish to be a part of our parish Christmas market over Thanksgiving Weekend (Friday-Sunday).

Reserve a table or two and price your creations, whether they be painted, sculpted, woven or baked. From your sales we ask that you donate back 20%. This event is not so much a fundraiser for the parish, as it is a place to affirm the creative members of our community. Please contact Father Elias to reserve space for this special holiday event at [email protected]

Fr. Elias