For over 10 years at Annunciation we have held a free fall retreat where we invite guest speakers to come and give a talk on a particular spiritual topic. This year, we are very honored to host His Eminence, Archbishop Daniel who is coming to give our retreat entitled:
“Greet the Saints: Matushka Olga of Alaska”
SCHEDULE:
Sunday, October 26th
9:40 am: 3rd & 6th Hour Prayers
10:00 am: Greeting of the Archbishop & Hierarchal Divine Liturgy
12:00 pm: Lunch (Provided)
1:00 pm: First Talk with Q&A
1:45 pm: Break (Apple Cider, Cream Coffee, & Pie)
2:15 pm: Second Talk with Q&A
3:00 pm: Fall Festivities
5:30 pm: Vigil for Saint Olga of Alaska
7:30 pm: Campfire, S’mores, Hay Rides
Monday, October 27th
8:40 am: 3rd & 6th Hour Prayers
9:00 am: Divine Liturgy for Saint Olga
11:00 am: Griddle Cakes & Coffee
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In addition to our talks, we will have Orthodox artisans and educators present, as well as beautiful art, wares, and clothing for available for purchase.
Graphic novelist Gabriel Wilson from Among the Saints will be here with his books and to share about his upcoming book on the Chinese Martyrs of the Boxer Rebellion.
Bell-ringer Constantine Stade from The Church Bell Company will be teaching with and ringing bells borrowed from St. Thomas the Apostle Church in Springfield.
Orthodox artist Patricia Burmeister and other artists will be displaying their entries from this year’s Plein Air event at Annunciation. Interested in painting? Click here »
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