Little Angels Playgroup (LAP) is a cherished ministry for the youngest members of our Saint Spyridon community. LAP meets one or two times a month, usually on weekday mornings, and offers our little ones the opportunity to connect with each other in a nurturing environment. These playgroups are organized at local parks, play areas, fostering early Orthodox friendships and connections for both children and their parents. We also provide opportunities for mothers of little children to come together, offering support and building community among parents. For questions or to get involved, please contact lap@saintspyridon.church. View the calendar to see upcoming dates. Download our Fall 2024 calendar HERE.

Hope and Joy is a ministry for children ages 5-10. This ministry seeks to engage children in the life of our church, as well as give them consistent connection to their peers. Hope and Joy meets periodically on Wednesday evenings in conjunction with our scheduled Wednesday Fellowship nights as well as for various other special events throughout the year. For questions or to get involved, please contact hopeandjoy@saintspyridon.church

Our 6th-12th graders meet on Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings. Additionally, the ministry hosts a variety of special events throughout the year, including annual retreats, summer camp, basketball tournament, and breakfast gatherings. The focus of this ministry is to strengthen the spiritual friendships of young Orthodox Christians while fostering a deeper understanding of God. GOYA works to educate young members of the Church, encouraging them to become active sacramental participants in the life of the Body of Christ. For questions or to get involved, please contact goya@saintspyridon.church. Click HERE for the full Fall 2024 GOYA calendar.

Youth Enrichment is the Sunday education program at St. Spyridon for children from PreK through 12th grade. This program provides opportunities for children to engage in Worship, Service, Community, and Education, aiming to involve our youth as active and valued members of the community. We meet on Sundays from 8:45 AM to 9:30 AM, prior to Divine Liturgy. For questions or to get involved, please contact youthenrichment@saintspyridon.church. Click HERE to view the 2024-2025 calendar.

The St. Spyridon Mom Group is a welcoming community for mothers of all ages and stages. The group meets at least twice a month and offers a variety of activities, including moms' nights out, coffee with Fr. Evan, and group prayers of the Akathist for children. For questions or to get involved, please contact momsgroup@saintspyridon.church.

The Youth Choir connects the youth and music ministries by fostering an appreciation for using our voices in the service of the Church. The Youth Choir currently leads the Liturgy on Holy Saturday morning and holds several practices in preparation for this special service. For questions or to get involved, please contact youthchoir@saintspyridon.church.

Vacation Church Camp at St. Spyridon is a highly anticipated, week-long day camp that offers children a fun and enriching experience. During this week, kids explore life in the Church through crafts, music, lessons, games, and activities. The Camp is usually held during the month of June. For questions or to get involved, please contact vcc@saintspyridon.church.

Serving at the Holy Altar is a privilege and a beautiful gift to our Lord. Boys ages 7-18 are encouraged to join the altar serving team as acolytes during Sunday morning Services, Lent, and Holy Week. Acolytes assist the clergy by lighting candles, preparing incense, and participating in processions. This ministry offers a lifelong opportunity to serve the Church, with some even feeling called to pursue the priesthood or diaconate. Acolytes are trained by clergy and experienced adult acolytes to perform their duties with competence, reverence, and prayerfulness. Serving requires dedication, discipline, and a deep respect for the beauty of our worship. For questions or to get involved, please contact altarservice@saintspyridon.church.

All girls between the ages of 4 and 14 are invited to participate as Myrrh Bearers on Holy Friday evening. Girls younger than 4 may also participate in a limited capacity. This role provides a wonderful opportunity for the girls in our church to express their love for Christ by taking part in the services. We have one mandatory practice each year, typically following Divine Liturgy on the Saturday of Lazarus, along with 1 or 2 additional practices leading up to Holy Week. For the Holy Friday Evening service, the girls should wear a white dress and bring a small basket for holding flower petals. Each year, we organize a Myrrh Bearers Dress Exchange, encouraging parishioners to donate clean, ready-to-wear white dresses for others to use. We request that all items be returned after Pascha, cleaned, pressed, and prepared for the following year. For questions or to get involved, please contact myrhbearinggirls@saintspyridon.church.

Youth Enterprises is an e-store that came out of St. Spyridon, as we began creating educational materials such as Lenten Passports, Vacation Church Camp curriculum, and Church School Curriculum. To check out our e-store, please go to Youth Enterprises Site. For questions or to get involved, please contact ye@saintspyridon.church.