May 2026
Christ is risen! Indeed He is risen!
We are now in the Paschal season, which continues until Ascension on May 21. The joyous feast of the Resurrection of Christ is the most important for all Christians. As St. John Chrysostom proclaims in his Paschal homily, “Enjoy ye all the feast of faith: Receive ye all the riches of loving-kindness.” The joy of the Risen Savior is offered to every person, yet not all know of it, understand it, or choose to receive it.
The way to receive this joy is through humility. Christ teaches us in the Gospel of Matthew: “Assuredly, I say to you, unless you are converted and become as little children, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven. Therefore whoever humbles himself as this little child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.”
Our lives on earth are temporary—we are sojourners—but while we are here, we are called to receive the teachings of Christ and His Apostles, to worship Him in spirit and in truth, and to live according to the fullness of the Orthodox faith. In a time when many false teachings circulate—especially online—it is all the more important that we learn the true faith, live it faithfully, and share it with others.
Having celebrated the Feast of Feasts, Holy Pascha, we should continue to share its joy with everyone we meet. As we enter the busy summer season—when school ends, travel begins, and schedules fill—we must not forget Christ or all that He has done for us. Let us remain steadfast in prayer, reading the Gospel and Epistle daily, and keeping Christ at the center of our lives, so that we may always be ready to bear witness to Him.
May the Lord guide and strengthen you all!
Fr. Mikel
Thurs May 21st 840am Hours/Divine Liturgy
Sat May 23rd 5pm Vespers
Sun May 24th 840am Hours/Divine Liturgy
Mon May 25th 6pm Zoom Catechumen Class
Weds May 27th 6pm Class
Sat May 30th 10am Baptisms 5pm Vespers
Sun May 31st 840am Hours/Divine Liturgy/Kneeling Vespers
Mon June 1st 840am Hours/Divine Liturgy No Zoom Class
Weds June 3rd No Class
Sat June 6th 5pm Vespers
Sun June 7th 840am Hours/Divine Liturgy
Mon June 8th Apostles Fast Begins, 6pm Zoom Catechumen Class
Weds June 10th 6pm Class
Sat June 13th 5pm Vespers
Sun June 14th 840am Hours/Divine Liturgy
Mon June 15th 6pm Zoom Catechumen Class
Weds June 17th 6pm Class
Sat June 20th 5pm Vespers
Sun June 21st 840am Hours/Divine Liturgy
Mon June 22nd 6pm Zoom Catechumen Class
Tues June 23rd 530pm Vespers
Weds June 24th 840am Hours/Divine Liturgy 6pm Class
Sat June 27th 5pm Vespers
Sun June 28th 840am Hours/Divine Liturgy/ Noon Vespers for Patronal Feast day
Mon June 29th 840am Hours/Divine Liturgy for Patronal Feast day 6pm Zoom Catechumen Class
Weds July 1st 5pm Vespers 6pm Class
Thurs July 2nd 840am Hours/Divine Liturgy
Sat July 4th 5pm Vespers
Sun July 5th 840am Hours/Divine Liturgy
Mon July 6th No Class
Weds July 7th No Class
Say July 11th 5pm Vespers
What is the proper Orthodox Church Dress Code?
1) Men should not wear hats, bandanas, shorts, sleeveless shirts, or casual footwear like flipflops.
2) Women should not wear miniskirts, spandex-tight clothing, low-cut or revealing tops (unless covered with a sweater or other garment), or casual footwear like flipflops.
3) Children should be given a little more flexibility but should still wear “church clothes” so that they know they are somewhere that is special and holy.
4) Everyone should refrain from clothing that is immodest, ostentatious, a fashion-statement, or otherwise distracting from the prayerful and sacred space of the Lord’s House. Clothing or bodily adornments with images, symbols, or writing should not be worn or at least covered up, so that the holy icons and Word of God do not have to compete with the logo of our favorite sport team, the name of a music band, or the slogan of our political party.
Regular Services
Saturday: Vespers, 5:00 pm
Sunday: Divine Liturgy, 9:00 am
Address
1614 E. Monte Vista Rd.
Phoenix, Az 85006
Phone / Email
Fr. Mikel: 907-444-8545
Church: 602-253-9515
Directions To Saints Peter & Paul
This Week...
May 16, 2026
There is no bible class on Weds May 20th. There will be a Zoom catechumen class on Monday May 18th at 6pm. The Zoom meeting is different from the Weds class.
The Monastery of St John in Manton CA will be hosting a week-long young adult retreat called the Orthodox LIFE School. Starts Sunday, June 14th at 5pm and ends Saturday, June 20th at 1pm. Open to Orthodox faithful men and women, aged 18-35. Cost is $250. Includes the room and all meals. Apply through the monastery website; https://monasteryofstjohn.org/retreats/
The Women's Book club will meet May 23rd at 3pm.
Attached is an updated list of monastics in the Phoenix area to pray for.
Monday June 29th is our Patronal Feast day, see the flyer attached.
For The Bible and the Fathers for Orthodox the readings for next week begin on Monday May 18th on page 101.
James LeGendre has been accepted to Suprasl. Suprasl is a gathering of Orthodox youth ages 18-30 from around the world, coming together for one week to experience the unity and universality of our Orthodox faith. Suprasl 2026 will be held from July 28th to August 3rd at the Monastery of the Annunciation and Suprasl Academy in Suprasl, Poland. The cost of the trip is approximately $2200. If you would like to help James in his fundraising please mark on your check and envelope “Suprasl”. He will be giving a presentation at coffee hour on May 24th.
The Diocese is glad to be promoting our Summer Music Practicum for all aspiring music leaders in Santa Rosa, CA, July 20 – 24, 2026. Registration is now open! Check the Diocese of the West website; https://dowoca.org/ This year's practicum will feature fresh content and new material distinct from last year’s sessions. Please feel free to reach out to Fr. Lawrence Margitich (707-217-4556) or Fr. David Morrison (406-600-7409) for more information.
Dear Martha & Parishioners, Christ is Risen!
Thank you for coordinating a Pantry Partners drive benefiting Project Mexico & St. Innocent Orphanage! Your thoughtfulness, overwhelming generosity, and labors of love in coordinating this donation drive are visible signs that the poor and orphaned of Mexico have brothers and sisters in Christ all around the world. Because of your trust and support, we continue to fundamentally change the lives of others in meaningful and profound ways. Together, we move forward in faith building hope for boys without families and families without homes. It is important to remember that we can do nothing alone, but we can do all things through Christ. On behalf of the staff, volunteers, and boys of Project Mexico & St. Innocent Orphanage, thank you for your generosity. We pray that God richly blesses you for reaching out to the least of His children.
In Christ, Lena Anossov Pantry Partners Coordinator, Project Mexico
Collections for Project Mexico are on the 1st Sunday of the month, the next collection is Sunday June 7th.
The Lord loves all people, but He loves those who seek Him even more. To his chosen ones the Lord gives such great grace that for love they forsake the whole earth, the whole world, and their souls burn with desire that all people might be saved and see the glory of the Lord. St. Silouan the Athonite
To celebrate our Parish’s Feast Day, Sts Peter and Paul Orthodox Church
Monday, June 29, 2026, 8:40am Hours, 9:00am Divine Liturgy, Pot Luck Luncheon to follow
