We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who came out yesterday, Saturday, February 7th, to help clean the church. We truly accomplished a wonderful job, and everything looks fantastic! A sincere thank you to all who generously donate their time, effort, and hard work to our parish and church. Upcoming Event: Borscht and Bingo! Attention, everyone! Next Sunday, February 15th, parish of St. Demetrius will be hosting a Borscht&Bingo  event! Please note that t

Today, Sunday, February 1st, we will be holding a collection in our church to support the Patriarchal Solidarity Fund with Ukraine. Due to the harsh winter and ongoing shelling, many people are suffering from the cold. This collection is being held at the request of our Bishop Benedict to help those in need. The letter of appeal from Bishop Benedict is posted on the announcement board at the entrance of the church. We will have church cleaning on Saturday, Feb 7th after 8:00

Today, after Liturgy, we will have a blessing of the faithful with the relics of the Martyrs of Pratulin. All parishioners of the church are warmly invited to take an active part in the Annual Parish Council Meeting, which will be held today, January 25th, in the church dining hall. This is a parish-wide event, and your participation is truly valued. This Thursday, Jan 29th, we will be cleaning the church after the Christmas season and taking down the Christmas decorations. I

All parishioners of the church are warmly invited to take an active part in the Annual Parish Council Meeting, which will be held on January 25th, right after the liturgy in the church dining hall. This is a parish-wide event, and your participation is truly valued. Potluck Dinner at Annual Parish Meeting: following the Divine Liturgy and before our Annual Parish Meeting, everyone is warmly invited to a potluck dinner. Roast beef will be provided. Please bring a side dish or

Due to some issues with Father Stepan’s voice today, part of the liturgy will be recited. Thank you for your understanding. All parishioners of the church are warmly invited to take an active part in the Annual Parish Council Meeting, which will be held on January 25th, right after the liturgy in the church dining hall. This is a parish-wide event, and your participation is truly valued. Following the Feast of Epiphany, Father Stepan will begin pastoral home visits with the b

On Christmas Day, following the Divine Liturgy, our parish community gathered for a uniquely special caroling program that brought joy, warmth, and the true spirit of Christmas to everyone present. Together, we embraced the rich heritage of our Ukrainian Catholic tradition by singing beloved Ukrainian Christmas carols. These sacred songs, passed down through generations, allowed us to celebrate not only the Nativity of Our Lord but also the traditions, culture, and faith that

We’d like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Corinne Chruszch for lovingly caring for the poinsettias and bringing them to the church. We also want to express our gratitude to Christian Rodakowski and Stephanie Klym for their help in reassembling the angels and the nativity scene in front of the church after they were brought inside for protection from the strong winds this past week. All parishioners of the church are warmly invited to take an active part in the Annual Parish

On December 13 , St. John’s Parish  joyfully hosted its 8th Annual Cookie Walk , and the event was a wonderful success. We were blessed to welcome many visitors from our parish and the wider community. Thanks to the generosity and hard work of our parishioners, nearly all of the cookies and baked goods were sold. The variety, beauty, and delicious quality of the treats reflected the care and love with which they were prepared. We extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who c

We would like to express our heartfelt thanks  to everyone who contributed to the success of the Cookie Walk. To all those who baked, to all the volunteers who offered their time and effort, and to everyone who helped in any way—thank you so much! The Cookie Walk was a success because of you, and we are deeply grateful for your support. If you still  wish to order parish T-shirts , we have a few extras available. Please contact either Corinne or Father Stepan. This Thursday,

Last Wednesday, December 3, in collaboration with the Parish of St. Demetrius, we co-organized an unforgettable concert at the Belfield Theatre, featuring Kozak Siromaha and Sasha Tab. This event was a wonderful opportunity to introduce the people of North Dakota to contemporary Ukrainian culture. Sasha Tab, a member of Kalush Orchestra, who won Eurovision 2022, and Kozak Siromaha, known for his powerful performance on “The Voice,” brought vibrant performances that captivated

Today we have only one Liturgy  at St. Demetrius at 10:00 AM, followed by a   meeting with St. Nicholas  and a potluck in the dining hall.  Fr. Stepan will be absent  from December 8th to 13th due to personal matters. He will not be available during this time. Thank you for being so understanding. If you ordered your parish T-shirts, you can pick them up today. Please reach out to Corinne Chruszch for more details. As Christmas approaches, we invite the faithful to prepare sp

Today, during our Sunday Liturgy, we’ll have a second collection  to support our participation in Share 2025 . Your generous contributions will help strengthen our eparchy. Thank you for your support! Next Sunday, we will have only one Liturgy  at St. Demetrius at 10:00 AM, followed by a   meeting with St. Nicholas  and a potluck in the dining hall. Meat will be provided, and we invite everyone to bring a dish to share. Fr. Stepan will be absent  from December 8th to 13th due

On November 22 , our parish joyfully celebrated the official launch of The Mustard Seed Club ! Our very first gathering brought together 14 wonderful participants , and the day was filled with excitement, learning, and fellowship. We began with prayer and Divine Liturgy, asking God to bless our new ministry and guide the hearts of all who take part in it. Afterward, everyone enjoyed a delicious breakfast and later a warm lunch, giving us time to share a meal together and buil

This Wednesday at 6:30 PM, there will be a meeting of the Pastoral/Financial Council . We invite children and parish friends (ages 7–14) to The Mustard Seed Club  on Saturday, November 22nd, from 9 AM to 2 PM at St. John’s. Join us for prayer, games, fun activities, and lunch—a day of learning and fellowship rooted in Christian values. We especially welcome camp attendees, as this will mirror that experience.  Today, November 16, at St. Demetrius, after the Sunday Liturgy and

Today, November 8th, following our 8:00 AM Divine Liturgy, our parish family gathered for a heartwarming and joy-filled community event — making pyrohy (varenyky)  together! What began as a simple cooking activity quickly became something much more: a moment of connection, laughter, and shared purpose. The aroma of freshly made pyrohy filled the air as parishioners of all ages joined hands — kneading, filling, pinching, and, of course, tasting! In between the dough and the la

Building on the success of our summer children’s camp, we’re excited to continue nurturing and educating our youth. We invite children and parish friends (ages 7–14) to The Mustard Seed Club  on Saturday, November 22nd, from 9 AM to 2 PM at St. John’s. Join us for prayer, games, fun activities, and lunch—a day of learning and fellowship rooted in Christian values. We especially welcome summer camp attendees, as this will mirror that experience. We plan to hold these events se

We are excited to announce the launch of the Mustard Seed Club as part of our Children’s Ministry! This club is designed for children aged 7 to 14, and our first meeting will take place on November 22, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, at the Parish of St. John the Baptist. We warmly invite participants from other parishes as well! Building on the success of our summer camp, which brought many blessings and positive outcomes for our kids, we’re excited to continue this journey. We enc

After covering all expenses related to organizing the Fall Pyrohy Supper, including the payment of all bills, the net profit allocated to each parish, St. John’s and St. Demetrius, amounts to $3,884.15. This is the clear profit generated by the event for the parish. Jesus asks us to commit ourselves to be good stewards of the gifts entrusted to us, to share our time, our talent and our treasure as an outward sign of the love and gratitude we have Him. Please be a good steward

On Saturday, October 25th, Colleen and Mike were united in the sacred bond of marriage at the Church of St. John the Baptist. We rejoice with them and keep them in our prayers, asking for God’s blessings and guidance in their new life together. May their journey be filled with joy, love, and countless blessings. The parish community celebrates this special occasion and looks forward to supporting them as they begin this wonderful chapter of their lives.

We are excited to announce a special cultural event for our community!Ukrainian pop artist Kozak Siromaha  will perform live at the Belfield Theatre on Tuesday, December 3rd, at 6:30 p.m. Tickets will be available at the door for $30 . This concert is a wonderful opportunity to experience a vibrant expression of Ukrainian music and culture right here in western North Dakota. Kozak Siromaha is known for his dynamic performances that blend modern pop with the spirit of medieval