"Come and See"
ST. ANDREW ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN CHURCH
St. Andrew Orthodox the First-Called Orthodox Christian Church is a mission parish of the Diocese of Chicago and Mid-America of the Russian Orthodox Church Outside Russia. All services are in English.
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Protopsalti: Reader Aleksey Kennedy
Choir Master & Starosta: Romanus (Eddie) Rodriguez
WORSHIP SERVICES
The Church opens every Sunday at 8am, and remains open until just before noon.
Confessions are heard beginning at 8:30am, the 3rd and 6th Hours begin at 8:45am.
The Divine Liturgy begins at 9am.
Visitors are very welcome to attend services, and refreshments are offered afterward.
Communion is open to baptized and chrismated Orthodox Christians who have prepared by fasting and confession. Diocesan Archbishop Peter has directed that faithful arriving after the Gospel shall not commune.
May 24th
As ones equal in character to the Apostles /
and as Teachers of the Slavic lands, /
O divinely-wise Cyril and Methodius, /
pray to the Lord of all, to strengthen all nations /
in Orthodoxy and unity of thought, /
to convert and reconcile the world to God, //
and to save our souls.
May 31st
The preaching of the apostles and the doctrines of the fathers confirmed the one Faith of the Church.  /
And wearing the garment of truth, woven from the theology on high, //
She rightly divideth and glorifieth the great mystery of piety.
May 17th
Having come to the well in faith, the Samaritan woman saw Thee, theÂ
Water of Wisdom, /
whereof having drunk abundantly, she, the renowned one, //
inherited the kingdom on high forever.
THURSDAY May 28th
Thou hast ascended in glory, O Christ our God, /
having gladdened Thy disciples with the promise of the Holy Spirit; /Â
and they were assured by the blessing /
that Thou art the Son of God,//
the Redeemer of the world.
June 7th
Once, when He descended and confounded the tongues, /Â
the Most High divided the nations; /
and when He divided the tongues of fire, /
He called all men into unity; //
and with one accord we glorify the All-Holy Spirit.
Priest in Charge: Fr. Ignatius (Ryan) Lozano
WE ARE THE ONLY EASTERN ORTHODOX CHURCH FOR AN HOUR IN ANY DIRECTION, AND WE WANT TO WELCOME YOU TO COME AND SEE EASTERN ORTHODOX CHRISTIANITY IN BEAUTIFUL DOWNTOWN LOCKHART, TEXAS!
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EVERY SUNDAY AT 9AM
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WE ARE LOCATED JUST OFF THE SQUARE IN LOCKHART, NEXT TO THE DR. EUGENE CLARK LIBRARY, BEHIND GREEN GROUP AND CAPITAL TITLE. THERE IS PARKING IN THE FRONT (S. MAIN ST.), REAR (ALLEY), AND MARKET ST. SIDES OF THE BUILDING, AND THE ENTRANCE IS IN THE REAR. ALL SERVICES ARE IN ENGLISH.
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ACTIVITIES
Making A Difference
St. Andrew Orthodox Church is a mission parish dedicated to growing Eastern Orthodox Christianity in central Texas. All are welcome to "come and see." We are Orthodox, but not Jewish; Catholic, but not Roman. We're not protestant, but the Bible came from us; we're not denominational - we're pre-denominational. Proclaiming the Truth since 33AD.
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In addition to the St. Andrew and the other Saints Who Shone forth in Scotland, our parish has a particular devotion to the Imperial Martyrs, particularly Tsar-Martyr Nicholas II.
Fundraising
Growing the Parish
Youth Programs
Raising Children in the Church
Children are the future of the Church, are very welcome at St. Andrew's. Â We invite and encourage you to bring your children and let them explore the church space as they participate in worship. We have children's books and activities as well.
Volunteer Opportunities
A Spirit of Service
There are volunteer opportunities both within the parish itself, and within the community we serve. Â Please speak with Fr. Ignatius about what you can do to help!
"Do not be greatly disturbed by the arrangement of your fate. Have only the unwavering desire for salvation and, standing before God, await His help until the time comes."
St. Ambrose of Optina
CONTACT ST. ANDREW ORTHODOX CHURCH
The entrance to the church is in the rear of the building, behind Green Group and Capital Title. Parking is available on Market Street, Main Street, and in the Bank of the Ozarks parking lot.
205B S Main St, Lockhart, TX 78644, USA
(512) 213-7719
ITEMS WE NEED FOR THE CHURCH
We are in need of the following items:
These are several items that we use on a regular basis that would really be helpful:
Wine - Mavrodaphne or Nama Byzantio for Communion, we also can use tawny port for zapivka.
Olive oil - the plain, cheap kind actually burns the best in our oil lamps
Candles - 100% beeswax in a variety of sizes (mostly 3/4" are needed). We also need commemoration candles for the sand box.
Communion cloths - "square red," please.
Coffee - got a favorite brand? Donate a pound for trapeza!
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BOOKS we need:
The Pentecostarion of the Orthodox Church.
The Great Synaxaristes of the Orthodox Church - Entire Collection (14 volumes) NB: If you would like to sponsor this item please contact Fr. Ignatius as we do receive a bookstore discount.
Commentary on the Holy Scriptures of the New Testament (Boxed Set).
The Great Horologion or Book of the Hours.
The Scriptural Liturgical Books: New Testament/ Old Testament
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More permanent items needed:
A new chalice & discos set - ours is an inexpensive brass one that is starting to show heavy wear.
A panakhida table and/or candle stands.
A set of Dikiri/Trikiri for when Abp. Peter visits.
A set of orlitz/ eagle rugs for when Abp. Peter visits
A set of orange priest's vestments.
We have hand-me-down sets of white, red, and purple priest's vestments, but could really use nicer, newer sets
Deacons' fans for use in the altar.
A large processional cross/ crucifix for the altar.
A traveling communion set for our homebound members.
Infant baptismal font.
Icons - we would love to have an icon of YOUR saint at St. Andrew's! We are also in need of icons for many of the feasts.
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Items for our Community Outreach:
Please check out the parish's Amazon wishlist for a few items we need for our transient/indigent ministry.
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