At the end of 2010, Sub-deacon Andrew Frick and his wife Ksenia were blessed with the birth of their first child, Anastasia.  They ushered in the new year of 2011 with the baptism of their daughter on 01 JAN 11.  Many years to their entire family!

A week later, our parish celebrated the Nativity of Christ to a packed church. After the liturgy on the feast day itself, a great part of the parishioners gathered at the home of one of the parishioners and had a joyful celebration.  Much tasty food was consumed and grand time was had by all.  Sergey Englehardt, a member of the choir, arranged to have the school choir he belongs to appear at the festivities and they sang a selection of holiday carols.  They sang beautifully and brought great pleasure to everyone attending. 

Two days later, on Sunday, January 9, 2011, our parish was blessed with a great gift, Deacon Father John Hinton was consecrated a priest.  The consecration was performed by Bishop Joseph with Fr. Gregory Williams and Fr. Daniel Meschter in attendance.  It was an emotional and happy moment for everyone and we all gave thanks to God for His blessings continued attention to our needs.

 To be continued…