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  • Light the Night — October 31

    Join us on Saturday, October 31, 2026, for an afternoon and evening of faith, fellowship, and light as we come together as a church family.

    3:30 PM – Light the Night
    A fun afternoon for children, families, and our community with activities, games, and fellowship. Food will be served.

    6:00 PM – Vespers & Midnight Praises (Tasbeha)
    We will conclude our evening together in prayer with Vespers, followed by Midnight Praises.

    All are welcome!

    Saint Peter & Saint Andrew Coptic Orthodox Church
    20 Brookdale Rd, Stamford, CT 06903 (opens in a new tab)

    Flyer for Light the Night, Saturday, October 31, 2026. 3:30 PM Light the Night, activities for children, families, and community, food will be served. 6:00 PM Vespers and Midnight Praises (Tasbeha). All are welcome. 20 Brookdale Rd, Stamford, CT 06903. (opens in a new tab)Tap the flyer to see it full size

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  • English Bible Study Begins Friday, November 6

    Every Friday evening, 6:30 to 8:30 PM, we begin a Bible study in English: a journey through the Old Testament, starting with Genesis.

    Each session starts with the Eleventh Hour Agpeya prayer, an English hymn, the biblical context, a presentation, and a clear explanation of the passages. It closes with a few questions for reflection and a simple application for the week, and ends with a short Tasbeha.

    All are welcome at 20 Brookdale Road, Stamford, CT 06903 (opens in a new tab).

    Notes and presentations for every meeting are on the English Emmaus Road study at eyesopened.org/en/.

    Flyer: The Emmaus Road, an Orthodox study of the Holy Scriptures, prepared and presented by Hegumen Fr. Andrew Awad, D.Min. Bible Study Begins Friday, November 6. Every Friday evening, 6:30 to 8:30 PM. We begin a Bible study in English: a journey through the Old Testament, starting with Genesis. Eleventh Hour Agpeya prayer, English hymn, biblical context, presentation, questions for reflection, practical application, short Tasbeha. All are welcome at 20 Brookdale Road, Stamford, CT 06903. Notes and presentations for every meeting are at eyesopened.org/en/. And their eyes were opened, Luke 24:31. (opens in a new tab)Tap the flyer to see it full size

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  • Operation Christmas Child Packing Event — November 7

    Join us on Saturday, November 7 at 2:00 PM for a special afternoon of service as we come together to pack Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes for children in need around the world.

    We’ll spend the afternoon packing boxes with toys, school supplies, and hygiene items while enjoying food and fellowship together.

    Packing Event: 2:00–6:00 PM

    At 6:00 PM, we will transition into our regular Saturday evening prayers with Vespers followed by Midnight Praises (Tasbeha).

    Come serve, spend time together, and help us share Christ’s love with children around the world.

    All are welcome!

    Saint Peter & Saint Andrew Coptic Orthodox Church
    20 Brookdale Road, Stamford, CT 06903 (opens in a new tab)

    Flyer for the Operation Christmas Child Packing Event, Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 2:00 PM, 20 Brookdale Rd, Stamford, CT 06903. Save the date to make a difference in a child's life: help pack shoebox gifts for children in need around the world. Scan the QR code to view the shopping list and purchase items directly. (opens in a new tab)Tap the flyer to see it full size

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  • SPSA Christmas Tree Picking — December 5

    Join us for our annual SPSA Christmas Tree Picking Trip on Saturday, December 5 at 1:00 PM!

    Time: 1:00 PM
    Location: Silverman’s Farm
    451 Sport Hill Rd, Easton, CT 06612

    After picking our Christmas tree, we will return to church to decorate the church together, decorate Christmas cookies, and enjoy activities for the children.

    We will conclude our day together with Vespers followed by Kiahk Midnight Praises.

    We look forward to a beautiful afternoon and evening of fellowship as we prepare together for the Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ.

    Flyer: Annual Christmas Tree Picking, Saint Peter & Saint Andrew Coptic Orthodox Church. Saturday, December 5, 2026, 1:00 PM, Silverman’s Farm, 451 Sport Hill Rd, Easton, CT 06612. Then return to church for church decorating, Christmas cookie decorating, children’s activities, and Vespers and Kiahk Midnight Praises. An afternoon of fellowship. An evening of praise. www.SPSA.church (opens in a new tab)Tap the flyer to see it full size

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  • Annual Pastoral Visit of H.G. Bishop David — December 6

    We are blessed to welcome His Grace Bishop David, Bishop of the Coptic Orthodox Diocese of New York & New England, for his annual pastoral visit to Saint Peter & Saint Andrew Coptic Orthodox Church on Sunday, December 6.

    His Grace will pray the Divine Liturgy with us from 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM, followed by an Agape meal and fellowship with the congregation.

    We warmly invite our entire church family to join us for this blessed occasion as we welcome our beloved shepherd, pray together, receive his blessing, and enjoy a time of fellowship as one church family.

    Sunday, December 6, 2026
    Divine Liturgy: 8:30 AM–11:00 AM
    Followed by: Agape & Fellowship

    Saint Peter & Saint Andrew Coptic Orthodox Church
    20 Brookdale Road, Stamford, CT 06903 (opens in a new tab)

    Flyer: Annual Pastoral Visit of His Grace Bishop David, Bishop of the Coptic Orthodox Diocese of New York & New England. Sunday, December 6. Divine Liturgy 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM, followed by Agape. Saint Peter & Saint Andrew Coptic Orthodox Church, Stamford, Connecticut. We warmly welcome His Grace to our church and look forward to praying and celebrating together. (opens in a new tab)Tap the flyer to see it full size

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Past announcements

  • Posted October 10, 2026

    Holy Relic of Saint Anastasia — October 10

    Join us for a special evening on Saturday, October 10, 2026, as we welcome the holy relic of Saint Anastasia, whose feast we celebrate on Sunday.

    We will place the holy relic in its wooden reliquary and offer veneration and glorification, giving everyone the opportunity to receive the blessing of this beloved saint.

    Saturday’s Schedule
    ♰ 6:00 to 6:30 PM: Hymns and Ritual Class
    ♰ 6:30 to 7:30 PM: Vespers, Veneration, and Glorification of St. Anastasia
    ♰ 7:30 to 8:30 PM: Tasbeha (Midnight Praises)

    Come with your families to receive the blessing of St. Anastasia, ask for her prayers, and share together in a beautiful evening of prayer and praise.

    May the prayers of St. Anastasia be with us all.

    The Story of Saint Anastasia

    God bless you all!

    Saint Peter & Saint Andrew Coptic Orthodox Church
    20 Brookdale Road, Stamford, CT 06903 (opens in a new tab)

    The holy relic of Saint Anastasia in its small oval gold reliquary, on a blue cloth, with a red tassel. (opens in a new tab)Tap the flyer to see it full size

  • Posted October 3, 2026

    SPSA Apple Picking — October 3rd

    Join us for our SPSA Apple-Picking Trip on October 3rd at 2:00 PM!

    Time: 2:00 PM
    Location: Silverman’s Farm
    451 Sport Hill Rd, Easton, CT 06612

    We will meet directly at the farm for apple picking, a hayride, and food trucks, then head back to church for Hymns & Ritual Class and Vespers.

    Admission & Apple Picking:
    • Small apple-picking bag: $15
    • Large apple-picking bag: $29
    • General admission without a bag: $5, including hayride access
    • Cash and cards are accepted for admission and at the food trucks.

    We look forward to a beautiful afternoon of fellowship together!

    Flyer: SPSA is going Apple Picking! Please join us for a fun day consisting of apple picking, a hay ride, and prayer! October 3, 2026. Silverman’s Farm, Easton, CT at 2 PM, followed by Vespers at SPSA at 6 PM. (opens in a new tab)Tap the flyer to see it full size