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 lunch in the dining hall (around 12PM), we’ll have a Young Adult Group Meeting  - a time for great fellowship, meeting new people, interesting conversations, and a fun game of Mafia! Join us! 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 2025  and our Eparchy! We are planning to create parish T-shirts featuring our parish emblem, and we warmly encourage all parishioners to take part! If you would like to purchase a parish T-shirt, please sign up on the list at the church entrance, providing your full name, the T-shirt size and type you need, and your contact phone number. Ladies, there are baking ingredients on the counter in the kitchen and eggs/butter in the fridge. Please take and use them for your cookie walk baking - they were purchased with a Thrivent grant to help reduce our expenses. Happy baking!

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 laughter, there was a deep sense of belonging. This wasn’t just about making food; it was about building community  — celebrating the gift of togetherness that is at the heart of our parish life. Moments like these remind us that faith grows not only in prayer and worship but also in the simple joy of working side by side. As the Apostle Paul reminds us, “Serve one another with love.”  (Galatians 5:13) We are grateful to everyone who participated, organized, and helped make this event such a beautiful success. May these joyful moments continue to strengthen the bonds of friendship and faith within our community. Take a look through the photos and relive the smiles, the teamwork, and maybe even the flour-covered aprons — signs of a parish family that knows how to pray and  how to have fun together! Glory to God for all things — and glory for good pyrohy too!  🥟✨

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 several times a year. Join us next Sunday, November 16, at St. Demetrius!  After the Sunday Liturgy and lunch in the dining hall, we’ll have a Young Adult Group Meeting  - a time for great fellowship, meeting new people, interesting conversations, and a fun game of Mafia! We’re also excited to welcome guests from the University of Mary in Bismarck! 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 2025 ! Kozak Siromaha  Live in Belfield! We are thrilled to announce that the Ukrainian pop artist, Kozak Siromaha, will be performing in Belfield! The concert will take place at the Belfield Theatre on December 3rd at 6:30 PM. Ticket price is $30 at the door. Everyone is warmly invited!

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 encourage all interested families, especially those who joined our camp, to be part of the Mustard Seed Club!

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 of your gifts and share them by participating in Share 2025! Parish Ladies are welcome to join for pyrohy making on Saturday, November 8 after 8:00 am Liturgy in the Dining Hall of St. John’s. This is an opportunity to learn the full process and get your Christmas pyrohy done! We will split expenses - come join in on the fun! 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 several times a year. This Thursday, Father Stepan will be traveling to the UMary in Bismarck to assist in celebrating a Byzantine-rite Liturgy at 4:30 PM for the university students.

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 Ukrainian warriors and Cossack traditions . His music carries a deep sense of heritage, strength, and national pride — offering an unforgettable experience for all ages. We warmly invite everyone — parishioners, families, and friends — to come and enjoy this unique evening of Ukrainian song, artistry, and culture. Let’s gather together to support Ukrainian performers and celebrate our shared faith and heritage. 📅 Date:  Tuesday, December 3, 2025 🕡 Time:  6:30 p.m. 📍 Location:  Belfield Theatre, Belfield, ND 🎟 Admission:  $30 at the door Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy an inspiring performance and connect with our rich Ukrainian tradition!

Today, we are celebrating the Praznyk (Parish Feast Day) together with the Parish of Saint Demetrius. The program includes the Liturgy, the Blessing of water, lunch, and a pie auction. Everyone is welcome to join the celebration! Today officially begins the second phase of the Annual Eparchial Appeal Share 2025. It will be conducted in all parishes and missions beginning today through November 30th. Each parish and mission can help the Eparchy to meet current eparchial expenses and plan for the future growth of our Eparchy. You can either mail your contributions to the Eparchy address, place it in the collection basket during the coming weeks of the appeal or make an online donation on our website www.chicagougcc.org (click on “Share 2025” banner). Please pray for the success of Share 2025. The Ninth Annual Oliver George Memorial Coats for Kids, sponsored by the KofC Council 6310 and the St. Bernard’s Catholic Daughters, will have Children’s coats available on September 14 and into the winter months. Anyone can request a child's coat. We need to know the size and whether it is for a boy or a girl.

The Parish of St. Demetrius invites everyone to celebrate the Parish Feast on Sunday, October 26th, at 10 a.m. There will be a Divine Liturgy followed by a festive lunch. We will have pie as the dessert and a pie auction. Anyone interested in pie donation could bring two pies. Thanks! The Ninth Annual Oliver George Memorial Coats for Kids, sponsored by the KofC Council 6310 and the St. Bernard’s Catholic Daughters, will have Children’s coats available on September 14 and into the winter months. Anyone can request a child's coat. We need to know the size and whether it is for a boy or a girl.  MARRIAGE BANNS: As required by §784 CCEO and §105 of the Particular Law of UCC and the norms of the Church, we hereby publish the marriage banns of the following couple: Michael Duppong wishes to contract Holy Matrimony with Colleen Rodakowski. The date of Marriage is October 25, 2025. Anyone who knows of any canonical impediment to the proposed marriage of the couple listed above is requested to inform the parish office.  Exciting Event: Ukrainian pop artist Kozak Siromaha will perform live in Belfield! The concert will occur at the Belfield Theatre on December 3rd at 6:30 PM. Tickets are $30 at the door. This is an excellent opportunity for everyone interested in Ukrainian culture to experience a unique performance. Kozak Siromaha performs as a medieval Ukrainian warrior and a Cossack, bringing a captivating blend of music and heritage. Everyone is warmly invited!

Father Stepan will be attending the National Clergy Conference and will be unavailable from October 12th to 18th. As a result, on Sunday, October 12th, there will be only one Divine Liturgy at St. John’s at 8:00 a.m., as Father Stepan has a flight from Bismarck at noon.  St. Bernard's Fall Bazaar will be taking place on Sunday, October 12, 2025 At St. bernard's Parish Center, 404 3rd Ave NE  in Belfield. A free will offering Roast Beef and Chicken Dinner will be served from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. A Country Store will be available starting at 11:30 a.m. Childrens' games, cakewalk, and candy wheel from 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. Bingo from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. The day will conclude with the raffle drawing at 4:00 p.m. Hope to see you there. MARRIAGE BANNS: As required by §784 CCEO and §105 of the Particular Law of UCC and the norms of the Church, we hereby publish the marriage banns of the following couple: Michael Duppong wishes to contract Holy Matrimony with Colleen Rodakowski. The date of Marriage is October 25, 2025. Anyone who has knowledge of any canonical impediment to the proposed marriage of the couple listed above is requested to inform the parish office as soon as possible.  Annual America needs Fatima rosary rally will be held on Saturday October 11th at 12 noon at the Bellfield pavilion, all are invited.

Today is our Fall Pyrohy Supper! If possible, please come a little early to the St. Bernard Parish Center so we can work together and keep everything running smoothly according to last week’s sign-up list. Due to the large number of Liturgy intentions, the 10:00 A.M. Sunday Liturgy intention for peace in Ukraine and the world will be temporarily suspended. During this time, we will focus on fulfilling the current intentions. Thank you for your understanding. Father Stepan will be attending the National Clergy Conference and will be unavailable from October 12th to 18th. As a result, on Sunday, October 12th, there will be only one liturgy at St. John’s Church at 8 a.m., as Father Stepan has a flight from Bismarck at noon. Hazel, coming to the Belfield Theater in October 11th, is the true story of Hazel Miner—a beautiful story of Christ-like sacrifice with strong Christian themes.  MARRIAGE BANNS: As required by §784 CCEO and §105 of the Particular Law of UCC and the norms of the Church, we hereby publish the marriage banns of the following couple: Michael Duppong wishes to contract Holy Matrimony with Colleen Rodakowski. The date of Marriage is October 25, 2025. Anyone who has knowledge of any canonical impediment to the proposed marriage of the couple listed above is requested to inform the parish office as soon as possible.

Please donate a silent auction item for the Fall Pyrohy Supper. If you want to donate to the silent auction, please call Colleen at 701-590-9311 by September 21. We have just 10 items so far. The Catechism Class will start today, September 14, after Liturgy at St. John’s.  Catechism Class Lunch Sign-Up! A sign-up sheet is available in the entryway to provide lunches during the class. Our goal is to have three volunteers for each lunch.  Hazel, that is coming to the Belfield Theater in October, is the true story of Hazel Miner - a beautiful story of Christ-like sacrifice with strong Christian themes. Hazel was a 16-year old farm girl who saved her little brother and sister during a white-out blizzard in 1920. Pastoral/Finance councils will have a meeting on Wednesday, September 17th. Deacon Eugene Logusch from St. Louis is organizing online Ukrainian language courses. If you’re interested, please check the announcement board. The Ukrainian-language liturgies at St. John’s will now be celebrated by prior arrangement with the Ukrainian-speaking community, rather than on the first and third Sundays of the month. This change is to avoid scheduling conflicts with our catechetical classes on Sundays.