Everyone is invited to sign up for services. Because of Social Distancing requirements we are signing up according to the first letter of our last name alternating between the Chapel and Fellowship Hall. Guest, visitors, and inquirers are always welcome in the Chapel! Sign up by clicking here: Divine Liturgy Sunday November 29th– 10am All […]
News & Updates
Important Divine Liturgy Schedule Update Beginning May 17th
May 12, 2020 By
Since less people are pre-registering for services than was anticipated, beginning Sunday, May 17th there will be only one Divine Liturgy on Sundays at 10a. For the present time we will be offering one Divine Liturgy on Saturdays at 10a, and one Divine Liturgy on Sundays at 10a. We will increase the number of Liturgies […]
Directive for Phased Reopening of Churches, DOS, as applied to SJM, May 4, 2020
May 12, 2020 By
Attendance Using DOS social distancing requirements (an 8-0 halo around each attendee) we are allowed up to 25 people in the Nave of the sanctuary, 2 people in the Narthex- to act as Doorkeepers, 1 server and 2 celebrants in the altar, and one additional person in the vestry if need be. Do not attend […]
SJM Divine Services Preregistration May 10-18, 2020
May 6, 2020 By
Guiding principles: “When you are invited by anyone to a marriage feast, do not sit down in a place of honor, lest a more eminent man than you be invited by him; 9 and he who invited you both will come and say to you, ‘Give place to this man,’ and then you will begin with shame […]
Watch the 2020 Pascha Service
April 20, 2020 By
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Nocturns w/Paschal Liturgy immediately following.
Pascha Basket Blessing
April 19, 2020 By
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An order for blessing of Food on the Holy and Great Sunday of Pascha +In the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit now and ever and unto ages of ages, Amen. Christ is risen from the dead, trampling down death by death, and upon those in the tombs bestowing life. […]
Parish wide Virtual Readings Holy Friday & Holy Saturday Evening
April 15, 2020 By
As a parish community virtually we will read the Psalter Holy Friday following Vespers beginning at about 8:00p. Likewise, we will virtually read The Acts of the Holy Apostles beginning at 7:00p Saturday evening. Both nights we will livestream the Tomb of our Lord. The readings will take place via Zoom and everyone can either […]
Holy Saturday Vesperal Liturgy
April 8, 2020 By
Holy Friday Vespers- Laying XC in the Tomb
April 8, 2020 By
Holy Friday Matins with 12 Passion Gospels sung Thursday PM
April 8, 2020 By
Holy Tuesday Sung Wednesday PM
April 8, 2020 By
Parish “Bulletin” April 5th, 2020
April 4, 2020 By
My dear Brothers & Sisters in Christ! Greetings in the Name of the Lord! Beginning now we can start considering this weekly update also as your SJM bulletin. At the bottom of this email will be the readings and the variable hymns of the day to follow. Virtual Coffee Hour, Sunday 11:30a-12:20a: We had a […]
Updated DOS Archpastoral Directive & Impact of “Safer at Home” Executive Orders on the Life of the Community
April 1, 2020 By
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Christ is in our midst! With the ongoing pandemic, in order to protect the faithful, yesterday afternoon Vladyka Alexander issued an “Updated DOS Archpastoral Directive” Beginning immediately, the clergy are no longer to have “one-on-one pastoral interaction.” This means until further notice I am unable to hear confessions and […]
Virtual Coffee Hour March 29th 11:30a
March 28, 2020 By
Following Liturgy, tomorrow, March 29th at approximately 11:30a we will host a Virtual Coffee using Zoom. You can log in at https://us04web.zoom.us/j/678235550 and the Meeting ID is: 678 235 550. You do not need a Zoom account to log in, but you will need to download the software when you log in. You will need […]
Live Streaming All Services
March 18, 2020 By
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We are now Live Streaming all services, which presently are only Wednesday evening Presanctiified Liturgy 6p and Sunday Liturgy 10a. We begin with Hours 940a. We recommend streaming through YouTube. To stream please click on the green banner above labeled Live Broadcast or click on YouTube link in right column. On the SJM App you […]
A Prayer in this Time of COVID-19 Pandemic
March 16, 2020 By
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O Lord Jesus Christ, the True Physician of Souls and Bodies, in your loving care you preached the Good News and healed every disease and infirmity amongst the people. Come to our aid now in this time of global pandemic. We lift up to you all those who are sick and suffering. We pray for their families […]
SJM Icon Workshop with Fr. Anthony Salzman
February 11, 2020 By
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SJM Icon Workshop with Fr. Anthony Salzman will be held on February 21st 7:30p-8:30p and February 22nd 9:30a-2p at SJM. Cost $20/pp to cover expenses. Limit 30 people. Sign up posted in Fellowship Hall or call church office at 904-880-7671.
Blood Drive at SJM
February 11, 2020 By
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Blood Drive at SJM As a matter of Christian stewardship & as we prepare for the Great Fast, SJM will be hosting OneBlood on Meatfare Sunday, February 23rd following Liturgy. That day we can feast on hamburgers and hotdogs and, with our protein built up, we can share the blood we have to those who […]
6th Annual Men’s Steak Dinner
February 11, 2020 By
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Sixth Annual Men’s Steak Dinner will take place on Sun. Feb 23rd , from 4p-6p.$12 per person. Please bring a side dish and beverage of choice.Suggestions: Garlic mashed potatoes, asparagus.In event finances are an issue, see Fr Ted. Hosted by the Pisarchuks
Love to the End: A Documentary about Mother Maria of Paris at SJM
February 11, 2020 By
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On Wednesday, February 26th from 7p-7:50p SJM will host a film documentary about Mother Maria of Paris: A Modern Saint, Martyr, and Heroine of the Resistance. Please join us!
Hierarchal Divine Liturgy with Archbishop Mark: January 12, 2020
December 17, 2019 By
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Please join us as we welcome Archbishop Mark and celebrate the 25 Year Anniversary of our church. Catered BBQ Banquet to follow.
Bringing the Love of Christ Christmas Morning to the Homeless!
December 17, 2019 By
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Everyone is invited to Hemming Plaza Christmas morning 8a to share coffee, donuts, cookies, etc. with the homeless and give out Jimmy John’s gift cards. If you would like to participate please sign up today on the bulletin board and indicate if you would like to bring donuts or cookies. This is a great way […]
Caroling to Shut-Ins: Sunday, December 22 at 1p
December 17, 2019 By
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Join us for this annual afternoon of bringing some of the joy of the coming feast to those who can’t make it to church. We’ll sing some well-known Christmas carols. Singing talent is not required! Questions? See Fr. Jacob.
SJM Community Movie Night
November 13, 2019 By
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Community Movie Night on the Lawn: Aladdin This Friday, November 15th at 6p. Admission—one canned food item for our canned food drive. Popcorn and candy provided!
Donate to SJM with Amazon Smile
August 21, 2019 By
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Help reduce the SJM Mortgage by using Amazon Smile! At no cost to you, by simply purchasing from Amazon through the St. Justin Martyr Amazon Smile Page, St Justin Martyr will receive .5% of the purchase price, that will be applied to paying down the SJM Mortgage. By parishioners faithfully using Amazon Smile, parishes have received over […]
Wednesday Night Program at SJM
August 6, 2019 By
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You are invited to our Wednesday Night Program every second and fourth Wednesday of the month, which begins at 6p and ends at 7:50p.Daily Vespers @ 6p; A Lenten dinner 6:30p-7:00p provided by SJM, love offering accepted, Program: 7:00p-7:50pWe will be studying the Book of the Apocalypse. There are many modern wild and crazy speculations […]
SJM Beach Day
July 22, 2019 By
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On Sunday, July 21st, parishioners of all ages came together after coffee hour to enjoy the beach. Located at Anastasia State Park, it was a great day to be in the sun and for our community to spend time with each other outside of church. Enjoy the smiles and pictures below.
SJM Mission Team to Kenya
July 18, 2019 By
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This summer, members of our community have volunteered their time to share the Gospel of our Lord to various parts of the world. So far have seen mission teams go to Mexico and Indonesia. This week, our final mission team heads off to Kenya. They will spend the next few weeks assisting in the construction […]
Happy 25th Anniversary SJM!
July 18, 2019 By
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On this day, twenty-five years ago, July 17, 1994, our parish celebrated its first Divine Liturgy as a Church of the Diocese of the South, OCA. To read more about our Parish’s history, Click HERE!
SJM Live Stream Back Online
July 15, 2019 By
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We thank you for your patience as our broadcasting was down. After repairs and testings, our live streaming of regular weekly services is back online. The next service to be broadcasted is July 21st, 2019.
Summer Mission: Project Mexico 2019 Completed!
June 13, 2019 By
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Our Project Mexico team has returned home to Jacksonville safe and sound after a long day of flights yesterday. Their week may have felt short, but their memories and service will last a lifetime. Congratulations everyone for your service with Project Mexico’s first home-building week of the summer! You have built a beautiful home for […]
SJM Ichetucknee River Trip 2019
June 7, 2019 By
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ALL AGES are invited. Location: Ichetucknee Springs State Park 11627 SW U.S. Highway 27 Fort White, FL 32038 Date: Monday, July 15th @ 7:30a-3:00p. Sign up no later than July 7th. Sign Up: Here Description: We will meet at St. Justin Martyr for the carpool at 7:00a and leave by 7:30a. The event will end […]
SJM Cheering on the Jumbo Shrimp
May 21, 2019 By
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On Friday evening May 17th, SJM held its Annual Baseball Game Night watching our hometown Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp playing the Montgomery Biscuits. The night was filled with smiles, fellowship, baseball fun, and of course ended with fireworks. A wonderful evening spent with the SJM family! Join us for the next game! Let’s go Shrimp!
St. Anna Women’s Summer Bible Study
May 16, 2019 By
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Join our ladies this summer for our once a month bible study. Contact Jill Pendarvis at pendarvi@bellsouth.net.
Holy Week & Pascha 2019 Pictures
May 11, 2019 By
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Holy Week & Pascha 2019 Pictures
May 11, 2019 By
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Holy Week & Pascha 2019 Schedule
April 22, 2019 By
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The Great Fast has ended and our Journey to Pascha is reaching its conclusion. With the celebration of the Entrance of our Lord into Jerusalem, this past Sunday, our Lord ushers in the wonderful days of Holy Week. We join our Lord in his passion and of course, his Glorious Resurrection! Join us in this […]
Holy Week & Pascha 2019 Schedule
April 22, 2019 By
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The Great Fast has ended and our Journey to Pascha is reaching its conclusion. With the celebration of the Entrance of our Lord into Jerusalem, this past Sunday, our Lord ushers in the wonderful days of Holy Week. We join our Lord in his passion and of course, his Glorious Resurrection! Join us in this […]
Young Families Ministry Service Project!
April 8, 2019 By
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Young Families Service Project is next Saturday, April 13th from 2:30p-3:30p at St. Justin Martyr. Join our young families in packing cookies and snacks for the homeless. We will spend some time with the youth talking about the importance of service and helping others. Sign up is located in the Fellowship Hall. For more information, […]
Alternate Spring Break – UTK
March 23, 2019 By
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St. Justin Martyr played host to a 10 member University of Tennessee Alternative Spring Break Team. Their primary work was to minister to the immigrant and refugee population by partnering with Lutheran Services and Catholic Charities. They stayed in our youth building and fellowship hall, used our kitchen and showered at the nearby YMCA. Congratulations […]
Alternate Spring Break – UTK
March 23, 2019 By
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St. Justin Martyr played host to a 10 member University of Tennessee Alternative Spring Break Team. Their primary work was to minister to the immigrant and refugee population by partnering with Lutheran Services and Catholic Charities. They stayed in our youth building and fellowship hall, used our kitchen and showered at the nearby YMCA. Congratulations […]
What Happens At Baptism
March 22, 2019 By
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A Lenten Talk with Sister Vassa. It was a blessing to have Sister Vassa with us this week enlightening us on how to own our baptism. Many SJMers and friends from our sister parishes joined us. Thank you to all who made this evening possible. Shout to Dr. Kathleen Kopach and Deborah Weita for coordinating. […]
Annual SJM Men’s Steak Dinner
March 5, 2019 By
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An annual tradition at St. Justin Martyr for our men just before Great Lent starts to enjoy Meatfare Sunday night with fellowship and of course Filet Mignon. Hosted by Fr. Ted Pisarchuk, everyone had a great time. Steaks were cooked to perfection by Chef Michael.
Annual SJM Men's Steak Dinner
March 5, 2019 By
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An annual tradition at St. Justin Martyr for our men just before Great Lent starts to enjoy Meatfare Sunday night with fellowship and of course Filet Mignon. Hosted by Fr. Ted Pisarchuk, everyone had a great time. Steaks were cooked to perfection by Chef Michael.
First Ever SJM Blood Drive
March 5, 2019 By
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This past Sunday, March 3rd, St. Justin Martyr partnered with OneBlood, a nonprofit organization that provides hospitals and patients with blood. Our parishioners were ready and fueled up on extra protein from the Annual Meatfare BBQ. It was a unique opportunity to prepare for Great Lent. With more SJMers than they could handle, the wait […]
Community Night
February 26, 2019 By
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Wednesday February 27th! Daily Vespers begins at 6p followed by a dinner & programs from 6:30p to 7:30p. The meal provided will be a nominal cost. Our programs for the evening will include: Financial Peace w/ Julie Gullick and Sandy Reeves. Becoming a Better You Us w/ Fr. Jacob Hatch, L. M. H. C. Youth […]
Parish Bonfire Weekend
February 26, 2019 By
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SJM had a great start to the weekend with the Parish Bonfire on Friday, February 22nd! SJMers and our friends from Annunciation shared wonderful fellowship over the grill and campfire. Especially enjoying delicious meat on the fast free Friday. We also had some brave souls camp on the property over night!
YFM Valentine's Day Party Pictures
February 20, 2019 By
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It was a blessed morning for our Young Families Ministry as families came together to celebrate love and fellowship. There were plenty of snacks and creative crafts for the youth. It made a great start to the weekend. We love seeing smiles from our SJM family!
YFM Valentine’s Day Party Pictures
February 20, 2019 By
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It was a blessed morning for our Young Families Ministry as families came together to celebrate love and fellowship. There were plenty of snacks and creative crafts for the youth. It made a great start to the weekend. We love seeing smiles from our SJM family!
Hierarchical Liturgy Feb. 17th
February 5, 2019 By
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His Eminence Archbishop Mark will celebrate Divine Liturgy with St. Justin Martyr on Sunday, February 17th. This will be the Sunday of the Publican & Pharisee. Last year, we were blessed to have His Eminence with us for the ordination of our assistant priest Fr. Jacob Hatch into the Holy Priesthood. Click HERE to view […]
Young Families Valentine's Day Party
February 4, 2019 By
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On Saturday, February 16th, at 10a-12p join our Young Families Ministry at St. Justin Martyr for their first event of 2019 with their Valentine’s Day Party. There will be fun activities, snacks, and making Valentines. Be sure to signup in the Fellowship Hall. Contact Mat. Erika Hatch at erika.j.hatch@gmail.com or our office at (904) 880-7671.
Young Families Valentine’s Day Party
February 4, 2019 By
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On Saturday, February 16th, at 10a-12p join our Young Families Ministry at St. Justin Martyr for their first event of 2019 with their Valentine’s Day Party. There will be fun activities, snacks, and making Valentines. Be sure to signup in the Fellowship Hall. Contact Mat. Erika Hatch at erika.j.hatch@gmail.com or our office at (904) 880-7671.
8th Annual Silver Stars Dinner
January 28, 2019 By
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Sunday, February 10th 4:30p-6:30p The Middle and High School youth of St. Justin Martyr will honor our Silver Stars citizen members with a white tablecloth dinner and entertainment. Please RSVP no later than Sunday, February 3rd. Youth can sign up on the bulletin board in the Fellowship Hall, call the office at 904.880.7671, or email […]
Feast Day Liturgy Sat. February 2nd
January 27, 2019 By
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Join us on Saturday, February 2nd for the celebration of the Feast of the Meeting of our Lord in the Temple. Liturgy begins at 9a. The service will be streamed live for those who cannot attend the Church service. Click HERE for the live broadcast.
Happy New Year!
January 1, 2019 By
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The St. Justin Martyr Orthodox Church staff wish everyone a blessed start to the New Year! Happy 2019!
Hemming Plaza 2018
December 28, 2018 By
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Christ is Born! It was a wonderful week to celebrate the Nativity of our Lord and Savior! It is always a joy to celebrate this wonderful feast with family and friends. Before Divine Liturgy, many SJMers started their morning at 8am in Downtown Jacksonville to serve our fellow neighbors affected by homelessness with our homeless […]
Christmas at Hemming Plaza
December 19, 2018 By
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Join us for the Liturgy before the Liturgy of the Feast of the Nativity! This coming Tuesday, December 25th, Christmas morning, St. Justin Martyr will be out on the streets bringing the love of Christ to those in need. At 8a, we will be sharing coffee, cookies, etc. and give out Jimmy John’s gift cards […]
Nativity Services
December 17, 2018 By
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Join us this weekend as we draw closer to the celebration of the Nativity of our Lord and Savior.
Almsgiving for the Nativity
December 11, 2018 By
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St. Justin Martyr has a wonderful tradition in giving the gift of sandwich cards to the homeless early Christmas morning, Tuesday, December 25th at Hemming Plaza for 8a. This year to continue this wonderful ministry of bringing Christ’s love to the streets, we will give Jimmy John’s gift cards. If you would like to participate, […]
Caroling to Shut-Ins
December 6, 2018 By
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Join us on Sunday, December 23rd at 1p, for our annual afternoon of bringing some of the holiday joy of the coming feast to those who cannot make it to church. We’ll sing some well-known Christmas carols. Singing talent is not required! Sign up is located in our Fellowship Hall on our community board. If […]
SJM Christmas Party
November 29, 2018 By
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St. Justin Martyr Friends and Family! Join us for a winter celebration with fun family games, laughter, music, and wonderful memories. Special activities include: Crafts for kids and singing Christmas Carols with John Mark! Bring a treat to share! Invite friends and family too! For more information or questions, contact Deborah Weita or call our […]
COMMUNITY NIGHT THIS WEEK 11/28
November 26, 2018 By
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Join us this week for Community Night, Wednesday 11/28! Daily Vespers begins at 6p followed by a dinner & programs from 6:30p to 7:30p. We will end the evening with Compline at 7:30p. The meal provided will be a nominal cost. Our programs for the evening will include: Financial Peace w/ Julie Gullick and Sandy […]
As Many As Have Been Baptized…
November 19, 2018 By
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From left to right: Drew, Nicholas, and Mikayla On Sunday, November 18th, St. Justin Martyr welcomed three additional members into our community through the Holy Sacrament of Baptism. Many years to Drew (Hope), Nicholas, and Mikayla, and congratulations to their sponsors!
SJM is Now Streaming Live!
November 8, 2018 By
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The Liturgical life of St. Justin Martyr now streams live on Sunday mornings with Divine Liturgy beginning at 10am. To access the Live Streaming, go to our homepage and choose the green Live Stream button, or download our SJM App and click choose Media at the bottom of your screen then select “SJM Live Broadcast.”
SJM 2018 Fall Festival & Dance
November 5, 2018 By
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Sunday, November 4th, located here at our SJM home was an amazing night filled with fun, dancing, and festive joy. The SJM 2018 Fall Festival & Dance was a great hit. DJ Dave, #DJ6Burgh, led the night with great music and delicious BBQ was catered by County Road Provisions. Games were prepared for the kids […]
SJM 2018 Fall Festival & Dance
November 5, 2018 By
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Sunday, November 4th, located here at our SJM home was an amazing night filled with fun, dancing, and festive joy. The SJM 2018 Fall Festival & Dance was a great hit. DJ Dave, #DJ6Burgh, led the night with great music and delicious BBQ was catered by County Road Provisions. Games were prepared for the kids […]
SJM Youth Canned Food Drive
October 23, 2018 By
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“I was hungry and you gave Me food; I was thirsty and you gave Me drink…Assuredly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these My brethren, you did it to Me.” ~ Jesus This November, our youth will be leading a Canned Food Drive to benefit the Mandarin Food […]
Newly Installed Icons: Six Apostles Down Six To Go
October 17, 2018 By
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On October 16th, six new beautiful icons were installed. The icons placed are of Christ’s Holy Apostles. On our North wall we have St. Paul, St. John the Theologian, and St. James of Zebeedee. On our South wall we have St. Peter, St. Matthew the Evangelist, and St. Andrew. The next group of icons will […]
SJM Meal Tickets Now On Sale!
October 11, 2018 By
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Fall Festival & Dance on November 4th 5p-7p! Hope you’re excited! The event will be catered by County Road Provisions! The menu includes: Brisket Pulled Pork Turkey German Potato Salad Baked Beans Mac & Cheese […]
Wednesday Nights Are For the SJM Community!
October 11, 2018 By
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On Wednesday October 24th, SJM will begin our new Wednesday evening ministry of: Community Night! Community Night is our new ministry where parishioners of all ages, their friends, and guests come together to pray, fellowship, and grow closer in Christ here at St. Justin Martyr Orthodox Church. Our program takes place the second and fourth […]
SJM Fall Family Festival and Dance
October 4, 2018 By
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Save-the-Date for our Join us for a wonderful evening of fun, fellowship, and festivities! All ages, families, and parishioners. Stay tuned for more information on meal tickets, activities, and more. For questions, contact our office at (904) 880-7671.
SJM Fall Family Festival and Dance
October 4, 2018 By
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Save-the-Date for our Join us for a wonderful evening of fun, fellowship, and festivities! All ages, families, and parishioners. Stay tuned for more information on meal tickets, activities, and more. For questions, contact our office at (904) 880-7671.
Young Families Corn Maze Outing
September 25, 2018 By
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Our SJM Young Families Ministry is kicking off fall with a trip to the Amazing Grace Family Farms for their annual Fall Festival and crop maze adventure. The outing is held on Sat., Oct. 20th, at 9:45a-12p. Amazing Grace Farms is located in Green Cove Springs, FL just off of Wisteria Farms Rd. Cost is $15.95 for […]
SJM Family Game Night
September 25, 2018 By
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Calling all families! Calling all SJM parishioners! Does not matter the age, all are welcome to our SJM Family Game Night! Join us this Sunday, September 30th at 5p in our Fellowship Hall for fun, games, and fellowship. Bring a game, a dessert dish, and a friend. See you there!
The Joy of All Christians
August 28, 2018 By
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On August 27th, 2018, we were blessed with a newly installed icon in our church. Welcome the icon of the Theotokos, The Joy of All Christians! She can be found on the North wall above the candle box next to the Icon of St. Peter and Paul.
Newly Installed, Old Testament Prophets!
August 17, 2018 By
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On August 14th, 2018, we were blessed with newly installed icons in our church. The new icons are of the Great and Holy Prophets! They can be seen on the North and South Walls. North Wall : Prophet David, Prophet Jeremiah, and Prophet Ezekiel South Wall : Prophet Solomon, Prophet Isaiah, and Prophet Daniel […]
OCMC Job Opening Available
August 14, 2018 By
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DOES YOUR WORK MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE WORLD? The Orthodox Christian Mission Center (OCMC) in St. Augustine continues to grow. There are many opportunities to apply your professional talents in an Orthodox Christian missionary based non-profit that reaches throughout the world, changing lives, and saving souls. Your creativity and energy are what OCMC needs. OCMC […]
CONNECT CONFERENCE 2018
July 16, 2018 By
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Orthodox Young Adult Conference CONNECT CONFERENCE! This pan-Orthodox conference is on a mission to better connect Orthodox young professionals to Christ, The Church, and each other through a 3-day weekend of lectures, fellowship, and worship. Blessed by Metropolitian Alexios (GOA) and Bishop Gregory Tatsis (Carpatho-Russian Diocese), 150 young adults gathered last year to hear […]
Project Mexico 2018 Team Flying Out
June 11, 2018 By
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Project Mexico 2018, June 15th-21st: The week is finally here for our 2018 SJM Project Mexico team! They have all worked very hard to prepare for this wonderful opportunity to serve impoverished families through hands-on works of mercy. The team members are Matt Augenstein, Emma Brown, Victor Hesterman, Christopher and Kirsten Reeves, Jana and Andrew […]
Root, Root for the Jumbo Shrimp
May 12, 2018 By
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On Friday evening, May 11th, was our Annual Baseball Game Night! The SJM family enjoyed a wonderful evening cheering on our Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp as they played the Tennessee Smokies. The night was filled with fun, smiles, baseball and fireworks. A time well spent with good fellowship. Congrats on all who attended! Join us for […]
Orlando Russian Mission First Liturgy
May 1, 2018 By
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The first Liturgy of the newly launched Orlando Russian mission was celebrated on Saturday, April 28th with 40+ attendees. This welcomed Fr. Andrey Syrkin, and family, who is the priest in charge. Fr. Arkady Migunov of Annunciation Russian Mission faithfully served the Russian community for 8-9 years gathering them once a month for Saturday morning […]
Newly Installed, Icon of Christ!
April 28, 2018 By
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On April 26, 2018, we were blessed with another completed icon in our church. The newly installed Icon of Christ over our candle box. Oh Lord Jesus Christ my God, have mercy on me a sinner.
Going Goo Goo For Gaga Ball
March 24, 2018 By
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Bright and early Saturday morning, March 24th, the picnic area quickly became a construction zone for future fun here at St. Justin Martyr. As an Eagle Scout project that benefited SJM, Zachery Hashey designed, planned, fundraised, purchased the material, and led a team to install a Gaga ball pit in the picnic area. The workmanship […]
Alternative Spring Break at SJM
March 24, 2018 By
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Alternative Spring Break Huge Thank You!! St. Justin Martyr played host to a 14 member group from the University of Tennessee Knoxville last week for their Alternative Spring Break. Their primary work was to minister to the immigrant and refugee populations in our area by repairing emergency housing, helping out with local English learning programs, […]
Annual Pascha Picnic
March 21, 2018 By
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[pdf-embedder url=”https://st-justin-martyr.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Picnic-flyer-8×11-2018-2.pdf” title=”Picnic flyer 8×11 2018″]Our Annual Pascha picnic will take place on Pascha, April 8th following Agape Vespers at 1:00p (weather permitting). Everyone is invited! There will be games, an Easter egg hunt for the kids, food and drinks, and time to visit with family and friends on this joyous day.
Holy Week Schedule
March 20, 2018 By
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Click to see a schedule of upcoming dates and times for all events planned during Holy Week 2018. [pdf-embedder url=”https://st-justin-martyr.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Holy-Week-Schedule.pdf” title=”Holy Week Schedule”]
2018 Ladies Lenten Retreat
March 3, 2018 By
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Most Holy Lady Theotokos save us! For the weekend of March 2nd & 3rd, St. Justin Martyr was blessed to have held a success women’s retreat with Khouri Frederica Mathews-Green as our guest speaker focusing on the theme of “Mary as the Early Christians Knew Her.” Guest from all over Florida came to hear Frederica […]
Camp St. Christopher 2018
February 18, 2018 By
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Registration for Camp St. Christopher is now open. Camp is the week of July 9-13. Campers will arrive Monday morning and leave Friday night. The cost will be $350 per camper. Information about theme and program will be shared in the coming weeks. Spots will fill up so please be sure to register your kids. The […]
Ordination of Dn. Jacob to the Holy Priesthood
February 6, 2018 By
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The Ordination to the Holy Priesthood of Fr. Jacob Hatch by His Eminence, Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania on behalf of Archbishop Alexander. Celebrated on February 4th, 2018. Congratulations to Fr. Jacob Hatch and his family. May God grant you many years! AXIOS!
Women’s Lenten Retreat
January 19, 2018 By
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To Register for Women’s Lenten Retreat click here. Click image to enlarge
Women's Lenten Retreat
January 19, 2018 By
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To Register for Women’s Lenten Retreat click here. Click image to enlarge
Summer Camps 2018 Registration Opening!
December 31, 2017 By
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A New Year means new friends, new memories, and new adventures with Summer Camps 2018 registrations opening soon! Start the year off right by registering your child for camp as Camp St. Thekla opens registration on January 1st at 10AM EST! Spots fill up as quickly as they open. Be the first by connecting HERE […]
Christmas Joy with the Homeless
December 27, 2017 By
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Christ is Born! GLORIFY HIM! The Liturgy before the Liturgy for the Feast of the Nativity. Saint Justin Martyr Orthodox Church is no stranger when it comes to bringing the life of Christ to the streets, especially bright and early Christmas morning. Continuing a tradition that has lasted over 8-years, our community has been providing our […]
Camp St. Christopher Winter Retreat
December 16, 2017 By
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Winter Retreat 2018 – “Renewing Your Mind” The theme for the weekend will be “Renewing Your Mind,” and will be using as a source the book Our Thoughts Determine Our Lives by Elder Thaddeus of Vitovnica. When: January 12-14 (arrive Friday night and depart Sunday after Liturgy & coffee hour) Where: Christ the Savior Orthodox […]
Love Your Neighbor Serve Day with IOCC
December 16, 2017 By
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Saturday, December 2nd, members from our SJM community partnered with International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC) to help our local community in northern Jacksonville, FL. We served a wonderful woman by cleaning up home and landscaping damages done to her property by Hurricane Irma. We congratulate everyone who came out and pray that you continue to […]
St. Nicholas to Visit SJM
December 5, 2017 By
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This Sunday, December 10th, our SJM youth will decorate the Christmas tree and enjoy cookies in the Fellowship Hall during Coffee Hour. St. Nicholas will make his annual visit following Liturgy. We welcome all children to be part of the celebration.
Almsgiving for Nativity
November 8, 2017 By
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Almsgiving For Nativity: A wonderful SJM tradition is to give the gift of sandwich cards to the homeless on Christmas morning at Hemming Plaza. This year we will be giving Jimmy John’s gift cards. The cost of a regular sub sandwich including tax is $5.66. If you would like to participate in this ministry of […]
SJM “Wake Up and Smell the Incense” Mugs Now Available in our Bookstore!
November 7, 2017 By
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In the past we have given visitors the gift of a coffee mug. “Wake up and Smell the Incense” is not an original idea, but the design is original by our staff. Because the coffee mugs are popular, they are available for $10 ea., offsetting our cost to purchase more and give to visitors. […]
SJM "Wake Up and Smell the Incense" Mugs Now Available in our Bookstore!
November 7, 2017 By
In the past we have given visitors the gift of a coffee mug. “Wake up and Smell the Incense” is not an original idea, but the design is original by our staff. Because the coffee mugs are popular, they are available for $10 ea., offsetting our cost to purchase more and give to visitors. […]
Family Pumpkin Painting at SJM
September 20, 2017 By
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Our Family Pumpkin Painting was a Success! On Sunday October 22, our SJM families came out to enjoy the Fall weather, and get creative painting pumpkins together. Artists of all ages created amazing pumpkin masterpieces, and were able to take their artwork home to display.
