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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 of your gifts and share them by participating in Share 2026! Please be informed that Father Stepan will be away  from March 16 to March 21. During this time, we will not have the Stations of the Cross or the Presanctified Liturgy in the church, as we normally do. We thank you all for your understanding. The Belfield KC’s will host a Lenten Fish Fry on Friday, March 13 and March 27, from 5:30–7:00pm at St. Bernard’s Parish Center. The Catholic Daughters will hold a Bake Sale. Free-will offering; proceeds support Bismarck Diocese seminarians. The Cursillo of the Bismarck Diocese will hold their 2026 weekend retreat – Cursillo is a short course in Christianity for adults that takes place over a four-day weekend retreat. Men’s weekend is March 5-8 with the theme of “Remain in Him”. The Women’s weekend is March 19-22 with the theme “For I know the plans I have for you”. For info. contact Paul Kenney ay 701-471-9560 or Melody Haider 701-400-9941. Register at https://bismarckcursillo.com/

Please be informed that Father Stepan will be away  from March 16 to March 21. We thank you all for your understanding. The Belfield KC’s invite everyone to the last Lenten Fish Fry on Friday, March 27 from 5:30 – 7:00pm at St. Bernard’s Parish Center. The Catholic Daughters will also hold a Bake Sale.  Bishop Benedict is addressing all parishes of the St. Nicholas Eparchy with a request to support a building project for a new church in San Diego, California, where Father Yurii Sass is the pastor. Next Sunday, we will have a second basket collection in support of this project. The bishop’s letter can be read upon entering the church. Journey with us to prepare for Easter! Take time to reflect and grow by listening to Real Presence Radio. Our local programming offers prayerful conversations, teachings, and stories that help you enter the season with intention. Tune in on 101.9 FM in Dickinson or listen online at RealPresenceRadio.com . The goal of this round of the Eparchial Appeal is to support the programs and ministries of our Eparchy. The Eparchy runs a complex and highly distributed eparchial network and our parish is part of it. Please consider supporting the Share 2026 appeal to enable our eparchy to provide support and care of all eparchial programs.

Today, as requested by Bishop Benedict, we will take up a second collection  to support the building project of a new church in San Diego, California, where Fr. Yurii Sass serves as pastor. We kindly invite you to support this important initiative with your prayers and generosity. The bishop’s letter is available at the entrance of the church for those who wish to read more. Thank you for your kindness and support. The Belfield KC’s invite everyone to the last Lenten Fish Fry on Friday, March 27, from 5:30 – 7:00 pm at St. Bernard’s Parish Center. The Catholic Daughters will also hold a Bake Sale.  The funeral service for Deborah Ann Kordon will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, March 27, 2026, at Stevenson Funeral Home in Dickinson, with Fr. Stepan Ivanchyk officiating. Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Belfield. The Rosary will be led by Deacon Leonard Kordonowy at 10:30 AM prior to the service at the funeral home. We extend our heartfelt condolences to her husband, Mark, and to the all family. May the Lord grant her eternal rest. Вічная пам’ять! Giving of our time, talent and treasure is not about giving as a sacrifice. It is about giving until you feel good about what have given. Thank you for supporting Share 2026 and our Eparchy!

On Saturday, March 14, our parish community joyfully celebrated the Baptism of Collins Makaye , daughter of Caleb & Bailey Chruszch. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the family on this beautiful and sacred occasion. Through Holy Baptism, Collins has been welcomed into the life of Christ and into the family of the Church. It is a moment of great grace and joy not only for her family, but for our entire parish community. We pray that the Lord may bless Collins with a lifetime of faith, love, and joy, and that she may grow in God’s grace each day. May the Holy Spirit guide her steps, and may her family be strengthened as they nurture her in the Christian faith. Many blessed years to Collins and her family! Mnohaya Lita!

Following the Sunday Divine Liturgy, Fr. Stepan Ivanchyk , on behalf of the Belfield Knights of Columbus, Council 6310 , presented an official scholarship certificate to Dokia Chruszch , who was awarded a $1,000 scholarship . The occasion was especially meaningful, as the presentation took place on Dokia’s name day , according to the Eastern Catholic liturgical calendar—the feast of Saint Martyr Dokia (Eudokia) . This joyful coincidence made the moment even more special for Dokia, her family, and the parish community. Dokia’s dedication and accomplishments are a source of pride not only for her parents but also for our entire parish community. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to her and wish her continued success in her studies and future endeavors. Our parish is truly proud of her and grateful to the Knights of Columbus for supporting the education and achievements of young members of our community.

On Tuesday, February 24, the parish community gathered at St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church  to mark the fourth anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine  with prayer and remembrance. The evening began with a solemn Memorial Panakhyda  offered for all victims of Russian aggression in Ukraine. Parishioners and members of the wider community joined together in prayer, remembering those who have lost their lives and asking God to grant them eternal rest, while also praying for peace and justice for the people of Ukraine. Following the memorial service, attendees were invited to remain for a screening of the short documentary film “No Priests Left.”  The film highlights the persecution of the Church and clergy in the territories of Ukraine currently under Russian occupation, offering a powerful testimony to the challenges faced by the faithful and the clergy who continue to serve under difficult circumstances. The gathering provided an opportunity not only for prayerful remembrance but also for reflection and solidarity with the suffering people of Ukraine. The parish extends its gratitude to all who came to pray and to remember those who have been affected by the ongoing war.

On January 24 , members of our parish community gathered for a joyful Parish Ice Skating Day  at the Dickinson Ice Skating Center. Parishioners of all ages came together for an afternoon filled with skating, laughter, and fellowship. Children, youth, and adults enjoyed time on the ice while others cheered from the sidelines, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for everyone who attended. Events like this help strengthen the bonds within our parish community by giving families and friends the opportunity to spend time together outside of church services. The afternoon was a wonderful reminder that community life grows not only through prayer and worship, but also through shared moments of joy and friendship. We are grateful to everyone who joined us and helped make the day so enjoyable. We look forward to many more parish gatherings like this in the future.

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 dessert to share. Update on Ice Skating Day: The cost for ice skating will be $3, which is a group rate. Additionally, skate rental will be waived. To receive the discount, please mention that you are part of the St. John/St. Demetrius group. We have blessed Jordan Holy Water, sanctified on the Feast of Theophany. Parishioners are welcome to take some home in containers or vessels they bring to the church for their personal use. The water is available on the table next to the Christmas tree. Next Sunday, following the 10:00 a.m. Liturgy, we will have a blessing of the faithful with the relics of the Martyrs of Pratulin.

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 continue to unite our community here in North Dakota. The sound of carols filled the church with prayer and joy, reminding us that Christmas is not only a feast we celebrate once a year, but a living faith expressed through song, community, and shared tradition. It was a beautiful moment of fellowship, where voices of all ages came together in praise of Christ’s birth. We are grateful to everyone who participated and helped make this Christmas celebration so meaningful. May the joy of Christ’s Nativity remain in our hearts and homes throughout the entire Christmas season.

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 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. As Christmas approaches, we invite the faithful to prepare spiritually through the Sacrament of Confession , so that we may worthily partake of Holy Communion on Christmas Eve. Confessions will be heard on the following Sundays, 30 minutes prior to the 8:00 AM Liturgy and after the 10:00 AM Liturgy. We encourage everyone to take the Bethlehem Flame  home with them. It is available at the church in a special lamp on the tetrapod. Please do not extinguish it until Christmas. If the flame goes out during transportation, you should return and relight it.

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 came to support this event. A special thank you goes to all those who baked cookies and contributed baked goods, as well as to the many volunteers who helped organize, set up, and serve throughout the day. Your time, talent, and generosity made this Cookie Walk possible. Events like this highlight the strength, warmth, and unity of our parish community. Thank you to all who helped make this annual tradition such a joyful and successful celebration.

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, December 18th, 6:30P.M. there will be a meeting of the Pastoral/Financial Council . As Christmas approaches, we invite the faithful to prepare spiritually through the Sacrament of Confession , so that we may worthily partake of Holy Communion on Christmas Eve. Confessions will be heard on the following Sundays, 30 minutes prior to the 8:00 AM Liturgy and after the 10:00 AM Liturgy. We encourage everyone to take the Bethlehem Flame  home with them. It is available at the church in a special lamp on the tetrapod. Please do not extinguish it until Christmas. If the flame goes out during transportation, you should return and relight it.