St. Elia the Prophet Orthodox Church - Akron, Ohio

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Latest news regarding COVID-19

June 2, 2021

Dearly Beloved in Christ,

Christ is risen!

Since the beginning of the Covid-19 Pandemic, we have been taking every precaution to protect the health and well-being of all of our people. In accordance with the CDC, the State of Ohio, and our Diocesan Directives, St. Elia Parish will follow the re-opening plan:

1) If you are sick and/or exhibit coronavirus symptoms, you must refrain from attending Services.

2) While the CDC and the State of Ohio have lifted the mask mandate, the social distancing and capacity restrictions, the State officials recommend that unvaccinated people continue to wear the mask indoors. The Diocesan Directives stress that everyone is welcome to continue wearing face coverings if there is any level of discomfort with this new guidance.

3) The kissing of Icons, the Cross, the Gospel Book and the priest’s hand when receiving the blessing is permitted if you are comfortable doing so.

4) The sanitizer and masks will be in the vestibule for your convenience.

5) Coffee Hour will resume following the Divine Liturgy.

Love in our Risen Lord,
Fr. Don Anthony Freude
June 2, 2021

Filed Under: COVID-19 Updates, News & Events

Help those in need: Bring in toiletries and other needed items during Lent!

March 13, 2021

During Great Lent we are called upon to fast not only for reasons of self-control and prayer, but also for reasons of love: to deny ourselves something that we may share what we have saved with someone else who is in need. This Lent, our parish family will be collecting items for the Peter Maurin Center. Located just 5 minutes north of St. Elia at 1096 N. Main St., the Center serves unsheltered and marginalized individuals and families in the Greater Akron area by offering prepared meals, warm clothing and friendship at their facilities and in the community.

Look for the bin located near the entrance of church, and drop off your items as you come in each week. If you are not currently attending services, contact Aaron Gray to pick up your donations. Below is a list of ideas of items that are currently in need at the Center:

  • Toilet paper
  • Toiletries and personal hygiene items
  • Bottled water
  • Aluminum foil and plastic wrap
  • Plastic zip bags: sandwich, quart, or gallon
  • Cleaning supplies
  • One-day Metro bus passes (these cost $2.50 each and can be purchased at the Metro Station and frequently at Giant Eagle stores)

Thank you for doing your part to help those in need!

Filed Under: Lent & Pascha, News & Events

St. Elia Fundraiser: Get a Jump Start on Your Holiday Shopping!

October 5, 2020

gift shoppingHelp offset the costs of recent parking lot and kitchen repairs, support the parish and get a jump start on your holiday shopping at the same time! Shop at St. Elia’s special fundraising website for gifts, teas, candies, snacks, cookie dough, candles, magazines, home decor, holiday items, kitchen items, and more!

Items can be shipped directly to your home or choose to have your items shipped to the church at no additional charge. A parish member will be in touch in November when your items are ready for pickup.

St. Elia will receive a large percentage of your purchase as a donation. The fundraising website will remain open through October 31.

We appreciate your support during these difficult times!

Shop online now at: http://bit.ly/steliafund

 

 

Filed Under: News & Events

Zoom Bible Study

June 27, 2020

The Paschal Gospels of St. John

Bible StudyOur “Zoom” at-home Bible Study will continue this week on Wednesday, July 8, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. We will continue with our study and discussion of the Gospel of John.

To join the Zoom Meeting, go to https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84874233013?pwd=dGlVa1A2NjVlbmZCZ2xqTTJIWjRQZz09

Meeting ID: 848 7423 3013
Password: 204331

We look forward to sharing an evening filled with Scripture!

Filed Under: News & Events

Reading of the Twelve Passion Gospels

April 15, 2020

The Twelve Passion Gospels read by Fr. Don, Deacon James and members of the St. Elia Parish.

Filed Under: COVID-19 Updates, Lent & Pascha, News & Events, Photos & Videos

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64 W. Wilbeth Rd.
Akron, Ohio 44301
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