Holy Apostles Orthodox Mission - Area Orthodox Coffee House

A group of dedicated Orthodox Christians from five parishes and several jurisdictions in the greater Harrisburg area (OCA, GOA, SER, & BUL) are attempting to organize a coffee house/bookstore as an outreach in our state's capitol. This outreach is a way of bringing the light of Orthodoxy to our entire state. In doing this we are being faithful to the instruction of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ:

“You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.” - The Gospel According to St. Matthew 5:14-16

Please review the information below and promotional video from our inspiration, "Agia Sophia" Coffee Shop in Colorado Springs, CO (http://www.agiasophiacoffeeshop.com) and consider a financial gift to:

Orthodox Christian Cooperative of Greater Harrisburg, Inc.
5501 Old Locust Lane, Harrisburg, PA 17109

Please contact: Fr. Stephen Vernak for more information at

svernak@hotmail.com
or 717-652-1825

Please check out the new Harrisburg Coffee House / Bookstore website:

http://agiasophiaharrisburg.com

NOVEMBER 2009

Christ is in our midst!

I am pleased to announce that Agia Sophia Harrisburg now has a home on the web. Check out: http://agiasophiaharrisburg.com/. Notice that much of the space is under construction, and coming soon! With your help and your willingness to share the site with your family and friends we will draw even closer to our goal of opening in early 2010.

We are encouraging our parishioners, benefactors and friends to consider making a financial gift so we can reach our $80,000.00 capital goal. This is a first and last appeal - once the project begins operation it must stand on its own! The way see it we can reach our goal if any of the following take place:
1,000 faithful - $80 each = Funding Goal
400 faithful - $200 each = Funding Goal
160 faithful - $500 each = Funding Goal
There are no donations too large or too small! God bless you for your generosity!

The Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ always involves a risk, yet we are given the command by our Lord to “go forth”. This project is a modest attempt to fulfill this command - to meet our neighbors where they gather to live, work, and make the laws that affect our lives, and to provide a sacred space, where they can come into contact with Orthodoxy, not to mention get a great cup of coffee!

Please consider a one-time (tax deductible) financial contribution to make this dream a reality! You can donate online or send to the address below.

With love in Christ-

Fr. Stephen

Orthodox Christian Charities
of Greater Harrisburg, Inc.
5501 Old Locust Lane
Harrisburg, PA 17109

make checks payable to: OCCGH