Ministry Groups
Several fellowship and service organizations exist within our community, providing members with additional opportunities to give their time and talents in furthering the work of God's Church.
Parish Council
Our parish council consists of fourteen members who are elected by the parish body and meet monthly with the guidance of the priest to conduct the business of the parish. Meetings are held regularly every second Tuesday of the month at 6:00 PM in the church hall. Contact: John Bushko
Choir
Our choir, led by the talented and dedicated Barbara Harp, is an integral part of our liturgical services. Barbara Harp's leadership ensures that our choir is always prepared to elevate our prayers through beautiful singing. We welcome new members who share our passion for enriching our communal worship with their voices. Whether proficient in English, Slavonic (Russian), or willing to learn, our choir embraces diversity to enhance the beauty of our collective singing and praying experience. Contact: Barb Harp
Altar Servers
Our Altar Servers assist the Bishop/Priest at the liturgical services.
Myrrh Bearers Altar Society
This organization of women of the Church was formed on February 12, 1961. It has historically provided an active channel through which women of all ages meet regularly and share ideas and efforts in service to and beautification of the Church. They have been responsible for purchasing and also sewing some of the following articles: vestments, linens for the Altar, curtains for the Royal Doors, Altar Server’s robes, etc. Great support is lent in fundraising projects and other activities within the Church. Contact: Heather Pheiffer
Youth Group
Our Youth Group provides the foundation for the youth activities in our Church. Sunday School is sponsored and supported by teachers from the organization. Youth Group meetings and social activities are supervised by volunteer adult advisors. Involving the youth in Church and social activities is critical to making them feel useful and wanted. Contact: Youth Ministries
FOCA
Fellowship of Orthodox Christians in America, An official organization of the Orthodox Church in America, and whose mission is to proclaim, share, and reveal the Orthodox Christian Faith through service, fellowship, and example. Contact: Judy Bushko
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...
July 12, 2025
The next Class/Bible study will be Weds July 23th at 6pm in the Hall.
Tomorrow Sunday July 13, Sts. Peter and Paul will have the honor to host hierarchs and clergy from the Orthodox Church of America prior to the All-American Council. Please be early! Hours at 830am Archbishop Daniel’s entrance at 9am. There will be a catered luncheon after the liturgy. There is no cost for the luncheon, but we are seeking members to make donations towards the cost of the luncheon. So far $1000 has been collected, the cost will be about $5000. If you would like to help offset the cost please earmark your contribution for the Hierarch Luncheon.
The AAC begins Monday, there are services held throughout the week. Divine Liturgy is Tuesday and Wednesday morning at 7am. Thursday morning is the Hierarchical Divine Liturgy at 715am. Weds night at 6pm Vigil and Friday morning at 7am is Akathist to the American Saints.
Tomorrow Sunday July 13th the nuns from St Macarius of Egypt Monastery will be selling their items during the catered luncheon, they will be in the hallway by the conference room.
On July 20th the Blessing of cars will take place after the Post Communion prayers.
Collections for Project Mexico are on the 1st Sunday of the month,the next collection will be tomorrow Sunday August 3rd.
There are donation slips on the tables in the hall for the backpack program to either purchase supplies or donate funds, Any questions call Christine @ 602-900-6106, or email her at sanchez04419@gmail.com. There will be 72 backpacks to fill.
We should always remember to tithe, as it is an offering to God. The tithe is very important to keep the church running, and keeping it cool during the hot summer months. For the month of June our income was more than our expenses by $3,927.
Just as your head takes priority over all other members of your body, and if a stone, stick or sword is aimed at you, you raise other members of your body to deflect the blow from your head, knowing that you cannot live in this life without your head - so you may give priority over all things to faith in the Holy Trinity, Which is One in essence, for without this faith no one can live the true life. With all your heart hope on the Lord, and you will easily evade the wiles of the wicked one, for the Lord does not forsake those who work for Him. St Ephraim the Syrian
