ST. ANDREW ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN CHURCH
"Come and See"
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.
Protopsalti: Rdr. Aleksey Kennedy
Choir Mistress: Elizabeth Farley
Assigned Clergy: Sdn. Paul Farley
Starosta: Adrian Whitescarver
Treasurer: Theoclea Rothbard
Brotherhood Chair: Cornelius Myers
Sisterhood Chair: Mary Helen Russell
WORSHIP SERVICES
The Church opens every Sunday at 8am, and remains open until just before noon.
Confessions are heard, and the 3rd and 6th Hours begin at 9am.
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.
Want to watch a Divine Liturgy before you attend in person? Here's a recording of Fr. Ignatius serving at Holy Protection in Pflugerville on August 9th, 2020. Note: the language other than English you're hearing here is Church Slavonic, which we don't use much of at St. Andrew's.
Celebrating your birthday, anniversary, or nameday? Let us know!
9th Hour, Great Vespers, Litya, and confessions heard 1st and 3rd Saturday of every month at 6:30pm.
Readers' Vespers every 2nd, 4th, and 5th Saturday at 6:30pm.
Feast of the Nativity of the Theotokos
Thy nativity, O Theotokos Virgin, /
hath proclaimed joy to all the world; /
for from thee hath dawned the Sun of Righteousness, Christ our God, /
annulling the curse, and bestowing the blessing, //
abolishing death and granting us life eternal.
Friday - 9th Hour, Vespers, & Litya at 6:30pm.
Saturday - Divine Liturgy at 9am.
13th Sunday after Pentecost / Afterfeast of the Nativity of the Theotokos / Ss. Joachim and Anna
Joachim and Anna, who were righteous in the law of grace, /
have for us given birth unto a God-given babe. /
Wherefore, the divine Church keepeth splendid festival today, /
celebrating their honored memory with gladness, /
glorifying God Who hath lifted up the horn of salvation for us //
in the house of David.
The Exaltation of the Holy Cross
O Thou Who wast lifted up willingly on the Cross, /
bestow Thy mercies upon the new community named after Thee, O Christ God; /
gladden with Thy power the Orthodox Christians, /
granting them victory over enemies; //
may they have as Thy help the weapon of peace, the invincible trophy.
Thursday - 9th Hour, Great Vespers, & Litya at 6:30pm.
Friday - Divine Liturgy at 8am; group breakfast out to follow :)
14th Sunday after Pentecost / GM Euphemia the All-Praised / Afterfeast of the Exaltation
Thy ewe-lamb Euphemia cried out to Thee with a loud voice, O Jesus: /
“I love Thee, O my Bridegroom, /
and, seeking Thee, I pass through many struggles; /
I am crucified and buried with Thee in Thy baptism, /
and suffer for Thy sake, that I might reign with Thee; /
I die for Thee, that I might live with Thee. /
As an unblemished sacrifice accept me, /
who sacrifice myself with love for Thee.” //
By her supplications, save Thou our souls, in that Thou art merciful.
15h Sunday after Pentecost / The Conception of St. John the Baptist
Make merry, O barren woman, who before wast unable to bear a child! /
For, lo! thou hast manifestly conceived the lamp of the Sun, /
who will enlighten all the world, /
which suffereth from blindness. /
Dance thou, O Zechariah, crying out with boldness: /
He who will be born //
is the prophet of the Most High!
16th Sunday After Pentecost / Hieromartyr Gregory of Armenia
As thou didst share in the ways of the apostles /
and didst occupy their throne, /
thou didst find thine activity to be a passage to divine vision, /
O divinely inspired one. /
Wherefore, speaking aright the word of truth, /
thou didst suffer for the Faith even to the shedding of thy blood. /
O hieromartyr Gregory, /
entreat Christ God, /
that our souls be saved.
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.
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.
St. Andrew's partners with Barking Dog Ranch to provide sustainably raised protein to the food insecure. We are also working on providing ready-made food to the needy - including BBQ and pizza!
Children's Programs
Volunteer Opportunities
Parish Life
Raising Children in the Church
Children are the future of the Church, are very welcome at St. Andrew's. 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.
A Spirit of Service
There are volunteer opportunities both within the parish itself, and within the community we serve. Please speak with Fr. Ignatius about what you can do to help!
Our food pantry protein supplier is the Barking Dog Ranch, and they are always in need of volunteers.
We are proud to support our friends at the Hays-Caldwell Women's Shelter - please ask Matushka Apollonia how you can help!
Supporting our Community
The Brotherhood of Tsar-Martyr Nicholas II performs maintenance work on the parish and rectory. Their key ministry is building coffins for those in need.
The Sisterhood of St. Xenia of St. Petersburg prepares the trapeza and cleans the parish. Their key ministry is the food pantry & hygienic items.
Both groups host and participate in retreats at Holy Archangels Monastery in Kendalia.
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!
EVERY SUNDAY AT 9AM
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.
Priest in Charge: Fr. Ignatius Lozano
"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."
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 - 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!
BOOKS we need:
Ancient Christian Commentary on Scripture, Complete in 29 Volumes
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 Scriptural Liturgical Books: New Testament/ Old Testament
More permanent items needed
A panakhida/ memorial 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.
Deacons' fans for use in the altar.
A large processional cross/ crucifix for the altar.
Icons - we would love to have an icon of YOUR saint at St. Andrew's!
Items for our Community Outreach:
Please check out the parish's Amazon wishlist for a few items we need for our transient/indigent ministry and in casket construction.