CURRENT AND UPCOMING HOPE/JOY EVENTS AND PROJECTS

Del Val HOPE/JOY Bible Bowl, Saturday, March 14, 2026

This past weekend, the Annunciation Hope/Joy Ministry had the joy of hosting the Annual DVYC Bible Bowl, welcoming over 40 youth from our sister parishes for a fun and faith-filled day. The event featured a lively Family Feud-style Bible Bowl where participants tested their knowledge of Holy Scripture.

The day started with breakfast and fellowship, followed by the Bible Bowl competition, a tour of our church, an awards ceremony, and lunch. We finished with a meaningful service project, as the youth assembled AGAPE bags filled with donated supplies and personal notes of encouragement.

It was truly a wonderful day of learning, fellowship, and service. We sincerely thank our parents for their support, dedication, and hard work in making this day such a success.

May God continue to bless our youth.

In His service,

Afrodite (Effie) Patounas
Annunciation Youth Coordinator

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MISSION

Our HOPE-JOY ministry serves children in kindergarten through 6th grade. We are committed to providing a welcoming and engaging environment for young Orthodox Christians to learn and grow in their faith. We offer a diverse range of fun events throughout the year, from social outings to faith-based activities, Lenten retreats, and more. Children will also be involved in various community service projects, fostering a love of giving back.

PARTICIPATION

Parents with children in K-6^th grades, get ready for a fun-filled journey with our youth ministry! We encourage you to become active in this ministry, which offers a range of exciting activities. From monthly Friday nights with Fr. John to faith-learning crafts and snack time, field trips, and seasonal activities, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Please check our Weekly Bulletin and Community Calendar for upcoming HOPE-JOY activities.

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