On Wednesday, May 20th, there will be Pastoral / Financial Council meeting. Please note that there will be changes to next week’s liturgy schedule due to the annual blessing of the cemeteries. On Saturday, May 23, following the 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy at St. Demetrius Church, Father Stepan will bless the following cemeteries: St. Mary Cemetery, St. Demetrius Cemetery, and the Orthodox Cemetery of Sts. Peter and Paul. On Sunday, May 24, following the 10:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy at St. John’s Church, Father Stepan will bless St. John’s Cemetery, and St. Josaphat Cemetery in Gorham. All are welcome to join in prayer as we remember and honor our departed faithful. In May, we will be holding Marian devotions, Moleben to the Mother of God, on Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. at St. John’s and on Fridays at 6:00 p.m. at St. Demetrius. We invite everyone to join us in prayer and reflection as we honor Our Lady this month. The Ukrainian Catholic Church in the United States warmly invites all the faithful to take part in the All-American Youth Pilgrimage, taking place June 11–14. The “Capital Campaign Report 2025–2026” is available on the table at the entrance of the church. We are looking for an individual or a small group to serve by baking the prosphoras for our church.

May is a special month dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God. In honor of this, we will be holding Marian devotions, Moleben to the Mother of God, on Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. at St. John’s and on Fridays at 6:00 p.m. at St. Demetrius. We invite everyone to join us in prayer and reflection as we honor Our Lady this month. Benedictine Living Community in Dickinson will host a Memorial Service for our residents who have died since November 1, 2025, through April 2026. It will be held on Thursday, May 14, at 2:00 pm in St. Benedict’s Chapel. A reception will follow. Call Spiritual Care at 701-456-7317 for more information. Come and pray with us! We are looking for an individual or a small group to serve by baking the prosphoras for our church. Prosphora is the sacred bread used at every Divine Liturgy. The Ukrainian Catholic Church in the United States warmly invites all the faithful to take part in the All-American Youth Pilgrimage, taking place June 11–14. Thursday, May 14 — the Feast of the Ascension of Our Lord. This is a Holy Day of Obligation. All Catholics are called to participate in the Divine Liturgy. The “Capital Campaign Report 2025–2026” is available on the table at the entrance of the church.

Dear parishioners, please be advised that Father Stepan will be away from May 4th to May 9th, attending a clergy conference in Dallas, Texas. There will be no services during this period. Father Stepan will return and celebrate the Sunday Liturgy on May 10th. The month of May is a special month dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God. In honor of this, we will be holding Marian devotions Moleben to the Mather of God: on Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. at St. John’s, and on Fridays at 6:00 p.m. at St. Demetrius. We invite everyone to join us in prayer and reflection as we honor Our Lady this month. Benedictine Living Community in Dickinson will host a Memorial Service for our residents who have died since November 1, 2025 through April 2026. It will be held Thursday, May 14 at 2:00pm in St. Benedict’s Chapel. A reception will follow. Call Spiritual Care at 701-456-7317 for more information. Come and pray with us! The parish community is seeking an individual, or a small group, willing to serve by baking the prosphoras for our church. Prosphora is the sacred bread used at every Divine Liturgy. The Ukrainian Catholic Church in the United States warmly invites all the faithful to take part in the All-American Youth Pilgrimage, taking place June 11–14. Thursday, May 14 — the Feast of the Ascension of Our Lord. This is a Holy Day of Obligation. All Catholics are called to participate in the Divine Liturgy.

Dear parishioners, please be advised that Father Stepan will be away from May 4th to May 9th, attending a clergy conference in Dallas, Texas. There will be no services during this period. Father Stepan will return and celebrate the Sunday Liturgy on May 10th. The parish community is seeking an individual, or a small group, willing to serve by baking the prosphoras for our church. Prosphora is the sacred bread used at every Divine Liturgy. This ministry, though often unseen, is a meaningful way to support the spiritual life of our parish. We warmly invite you to offer your time and care in service to the community. The Ukrainian Catholic Church in the United States warmly invites all the faithful to take part in the All-American Youth Pilgrimage, taking place June 11–14. While titled a “youth” pilgrimage, this event is truly for everyone—participants of all ages are welcome. This pilgrimage is a beautiful opportunity to deepen one’s faith, encounter others, and celebrate the rich traditions of the Ukrainian Catholic Church together. On the table at the entrance of the church, there are a few free 2026 “Selfreliance” Ukrainian American Credit Union Association calendars. You are welcome to take one. They have great offers for Ukrainian Americans—always better than what you can find elsewhere. In April, they opened a new branch in Minneapolis—this is currently the closest one to us.

The members of the Mustard Seed Club would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to all the adults who cared for them and ensured their comfort. Special thanks go to Sharon Romanyshyn, Stephanie Klym, Emily Klym, and Christian Rodakowski, who were with us throughout the entire day, assisting in the kitchen, tidying up, and supporting us in every way. This gratitude is shared on behalf of all the children of the Mustard Seed Club. Dear parishioners, please be advised that Father Stepan will be away from May 4th to May 9th, attending a clergy conference in Dallas, Texas. There will be no services during this period. Father Stepan will return and celebrate the Sunday Liturgy on May 10th. The parish community is seeking an individual, or a small group, willing to serve by baking the prosphoras for our church. Prosphora is the sacred bread used at every Divine Liturgy. This ministry, though often unseen, is a meaningful way to support the spiritual life of our parish. We warmly invite you to offer your time and care in service to the community. The Ukrainian Catholic Church in the United States warmly invites all the faithful to take part in the All-American Youth Pilgrimage, taking place June 11–14. While titled a “youth” pilgrimage, this event is truly for everyone—participants of all ages are welcome. This pilgrimage is a beautiful opportunity to deepen one’s faith, encounter others, and celebrate the rich traditions of the Ukrainian Catholic Church together.

St. Demetrius Parish hosted a joyful Mustard Seed Club gathering for children and youth on April 18, bringing together 17 participants for a day centered on faith, fellowship, and Easter celebration. The gathering began with the Divine Liturgy, followed by a catechetical session that helped the children reflect more deeply on the meaning of Christ’s Resurrection and the importance of faith in everyday life. Afterward, everyone shared breakfast together in the parish dining hall. The day continued with a variety of activities for the children and youth, including team games and the viewing of Light of the World, a film portraying the life, Passion, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ. Participants also enjoyed lunch together before concluding the event with a festive Easter egg hunt. The day was filled with joy, friendship, prayer, and meaningful time together as a parish family. Special thanks to all who helped organize and support this memorable gathering for our young parishioners. Christ is Risen! Truly He is Risen!

Today, on Thomas Sunday, the parish of St. Demetrius warmly invites everyone to join us for the Easter Dinner. After the liturgy, we will have the Anointing and the distribution of Artos, the special bread we traditionally blessed on Easter Sunday. Artos is a symbol of Christ’s presence and a reminder of the Resurrection. Please stay after the service to enjoy the festive meal together. The Ukrainian Catholic Church in the United States warmly invites all the faithful to take part in the All-American Youth Pilgrimage, taking place June 11–14. While titled a “youth” pilgrimage, this event is truly for everyone—participants of all ages are welcome. This pilgrimage is a beautiful opportunity to deepen one’s faith, encounter others, and celebrate the rich traditions of the Ukrainian Catholic Church together. The next meeting of the Mustard Seed Club will be on Saturday, April 18th, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the St. Demetrius Parish. Ages 7-14. Please note that next Sunday will be the final catechesis lesson for children in this 2025–2026 school year. We kindly ask all parents not to miss it. The parish community is seeking an individual, or a small group, willing to serve by baking the prosphoras for our church. Prosphora is the sacred bread used at every Divine Liturgy. This ministry, though often unseen, is a meaningful way to support the spiritual life of our parish. We warmly invite you to offer your time and care in service to the community.

On the joyful Feast of the Resurrection, April 5, our parish community gathered to celebrate the Glorious Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ . Continuing our beautiful tradition, we blessed the Paschal baskets , filled with festive foods prepared by our faithful. This meaningful custom reminds us that Christ’s Resurrection sanctifies not only our souls, but all aspects of our daily life. Following the services, our parish family came together in a spirit of joy and fellowship, sharing in the celebration of Пасха. It was a blessed time of unity, gratitude, and renewed hope in the Risen Lord. We thank everyone who participated and helped make this holy day so special. Christ is Risen! Indeed He is Risen!Христос воскрес! Воістину воскрес!  🙏✨

Today, on Easter Sunday, our schedule is as follows: We will begin with the solemn placement of the Lord’s Shroud on the altar . After that, there will be a procession around the church . Then, we will begin the Resurrection Matins & Liturgy , followed by anointing , and then the blessing of the Easter baskets  along with the food. The parish of St. Demetrius invites everyone to the Easter dinner on Thomas Sunday, following the Divine Liturgy. Belfield Knights of Columbus are organizing a ditch cleaning, starting at St. Demetrius Church around 5 p.m and heading south. The Knights invite everyone who is able to join the cleanup. Afterward, the Knights of Columbus will have a gathering in the St. Demetrius Dining Hall. (Depending on weather – contact Cole Hlebechuk 590-1023 or Rodney Krogh 677-4389) The next meeting of the Mustard Seed Club will be on Saturday, April 18th, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the St. Demetrius Parish. Ages 7-14.

On Good Friday, April 3, our parish community gathered in prayer even in the midst of a snow blizzard. Despite the harsh weather conditions, the faithful came together to stand at the foot of the Cross and enter into the solemn remembrance of Christ’s Passion. This powerful witness of faith reminded us that no storm—whether in nature or in life—can separate us from the love of Christ. United in prayer, we reflected on His sacrifice and drew strength from His enduring love and mercy. We are grateful to all who made the effort to come and pray together on this sacred day. May the spirit of this Holy Friday remain in our hearts as we continue our journey in faith.

Today, after the liturgy, there will be a blessing of the pussy willows, and everyone will be able to take home a blessed branch. These branches symbolize the palm fronds that people laid before Jesus as he entered Jerusalem. This is a historical adaptation; in Ukraine and other parts of Eastern, Central, and Northern Europe, people have done this. We adapted this tradition from our ancestors, the first pioneers who came to North Dakota and did the same as they had seen in Ukraine.  The parish of St. Demetrius invites everyone to the Easter dinner on Thomas Sunday, following the Divine Liturgy. We would like to remind everyone of the obligation to make a Confession during Lent. A canon requires that we receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation during this time, so that by the time of Easter, we may all approach the Eucharist with a pure heart.  The Pontifical Good Friday Collection at the Holy Shroud goes to support Christians in the Holy Land. Your support helps the church minister in parishes, provide Catholic schools, offer religious education, and helps preserve the sacred shrines. There is an envelope in your box of contribution envelopes. Please be as generous as you can for this important collection. This Sunday is the last day of the collection Share 2026 (spring portion). Therefore, we invite everyone who has not yet participated to join in and help our Eparchy so that we can organize various programs, ministries, and more.

On the evening of March 27, our parish community gathered for a special Stations of the Cross for Children . It was a beautiful and prayerful time as our young parishioners walked through the journey of Christ’s Passion in a way that spoke to their hearts. The reflections at each station were read by the children themselves, helping all present to enter more deeply into the meaning of Christ’s suffering and love. Their participation made this devotion especially moving and meaningful for our entire community. We extend our sincere gratitude to all the children who took part, as well as to everyone who helped organize this special Lenten prayer. May this experience continue to bear fruit in the hearts of our young faithful as they grow in love for Christ.