Holy Ghost Russian Orthodox Greek Catholic Church

Due to the upcoming storm, Pre-sanctified Liturgy on Wednesday, March 21, 2018, has been canceled.  Stay safe!!

Please click the link below to hear Fr. Steven’s sermon on the Sunday of the Cross

Father Steven Belonick delivered a very moving message following the Canon of St Andrew. For those who were unable to attend the service last night, please see the link below to listen.  It truly gets to the purpose of Great Lent; breaking our hard heartedness in order for us to submit to God’s will and find the riches of God’s Kingdom.

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This past Sunday, the church school children of Holy Ghost performed in the annual Yolka.  The children put on a short play about Christmas, danced the Troika, and recreated the nativity of Christ.  Teachers Debbie Stabler and Carol Kaputa worked with the children, helping them learn lines and dance steps.  They all did a wonderful job!  Its such a joy to see the children show their talents and spread joy to the parish.  Many thanks!

Christ is Born!

We wish you a joyous Christmas Season!  Please see the attached Archpastoral Message from his Beatitude Metropolitan Tikhon.

2017 Christmas Message

On Sunday, December 3rd, Holy Ghost hosted its 3rd annual free Christmas concert.  This year we welcomed the talents of Chamber singers from the Connecticut Choral Society.  The ten member enemble sung holiday favorites such as I’m Dreaming of a White Christmas, Carol of the Bells and various versions of Oh Little Town of Bethlehem.  Director, Ron Dukenski offered a brief history or story before each song was performed, a rather unexpected and appreciated treat.  Especially moving was one version of Hallelujah, Amen.  Many thans and cheers!  We look forward to next year’s concert! 

2017 Holy Ghost Orthodox Church Concert – Christmas Bells are Ringing

Don’t miss this Sunday’s FREE Christmas Concert.  This year’s performers come from the Connecticut Choral Society.  Enjoy your favorite songs of the season!  Stay for refreshments and cookies afterwards.

This event is part of the Holy Ghost Outreach Program.

This past Sunday afternoon, the Holy Ghost community and friends gathered for an afternoon to celebrate Father Steven Belonick’s 39 years in the priesthood at Oronoque Country Club in Stratford.  It was an afternoon of laughter and tears as those close to Fr. Steven shared heartfelt words and memories. Members of his family attended, including his father, sister, an uncle, 2 sons and their wives, and his grandson, as well as several members of the surrounding clergy.  He will be retiring on November 1, after having spent the last 5 years at Holy Ghost, dedicating so much of his life to shaping and growing the parish.  Holy Ghost thanks him and Mat. Deborah for all their efforts!  They will be extremely missed.

Thomas James Quill

Godparents Daniel and Melissa Durden

October proved to be a busy month with Holy Ghost welcoming 2 new members to the church.  Thomas James Quill was baptized on October 1st and Joseph Dias was baptized on October 8th.

On Saturday, October 21st, Holy Ghost held its 2nd annual health fair with much success! Griffin Hospital returned this year with its mobile health resource van, along with several nurses, and screened local residents for diabetes, administered blood pressure screenings and performed stroke assessments.  It was a free service in which participants learned about the risk factors of stroke, warning signs, prevention, and steps for taking action.  PIVOT Ministries once again partnered with Holy Ghost and prepared a free lunch for those in attendance, as well as shared their vocal talents.  New to the fair was United Illuminating and their Energy Efficiencies Solutions team, offering energy audits to local residents.  The City of Bridgeport Department of Aging also attended for the first time and provided information on the free services they offer the city’s seniors.  Children that attended with parents enjoyed decorating pumpkins.  It was a beautiful day and a great way to meet local residents and enjoy fellowship.

Father Stephen with nurses from Griffin Hospital

Holy Ghost parishioner volunteers

PIVOT Ministries

United Illuminating

City of Bridgeport Dept on Aging

Children and their creations