Sts.PeterandPaul Macedonian Orthodox Cathedral

09/04/2026

Беседа во 13. Недела по Педесетница, произнесена од протојереј Александар Митров

Sermon on the 13th Sunday after Pentecost, delivered by Very Reverend Aleksandar Mitrov

09/04/2026

08/31/2026

Dimitri Stefanoski, age 74, of Crown Point, Indiana, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2026, at home, surrounded by the family he built his whole life around.

Dimitri was born on October 22, 1951, in Orovnik, Macedonia, to Zivko and Cveta Stefanoski, and was raised there. On August 24, 1978, he left the only home he had ever known and brought his family to America, carrying little more than a willingness to work and a belief that the next generation would have it easier. He was right.

On January 6, 1975, he was united in marriage to Elica. Together they shared 51 years, three children, and a partnership that carried them through every chapter that followed.

Dimitri spent many years at ABC Rail before he and Elica opened Dimitri’s Catering in March of 1998. What began as hard work became his life’s joy. For nearly three decades, his kitchen fed the weddings, baptisms, and celebrations of countless families across the region, and no one left his table hungry or unwelcome.

He was happiest surrounded by people — family at the table, friends dropping in, the house loud and full. His grandchildren were his pride and his greatest joy, and he never missed a chance to spoil them. A devoted member of Sts. Peter and Paul Macedonian Orthodox Church, his faith was quiet, steady, and lived out in how he treated the people around him.

He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Elica; his children, Elizabeth (Toni) Basoski, Renata Petreska, and Zarko (Kristie) Stefanoski; his grandchildren, Nicole, Anya, Andrew, Makayla, Michael, Anthony, and Katelyn; and many loving nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Zivko and Cveta Stefanoski; his brother, Naum (Vasilka) Stefanoski; his sister, Krstinka Bozinoska; his son-in-law, Saso Petreski; his parents-in-law, Bogoja and Golabinka Mateski; and his k*m, Zivko Trajkovski.

Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at 11am at S.S. Peter & Paul Macedonian Orthodox Cathedral, 9660 Broadway, Crown Point Indiana with V. Rev Georgij Gligorov and V. Rev Aleksandar Mitrov officiating. Visitation for Dimitri will begin at 10am until the time of Funeral Service. Interment Calumet Park Cemetery. May His Memory be Eternal. For further information please call Mileva at Calumet Park Funeral Chapel 219-736-5840.

08/31/2026

📚✨ BACK TO SCHOOL & SUNDAY SCHOOL REGISTRATION — SEPTEMBER 13! ✨📚

As we begin a new school year, we invite all our children and families to join us on Sunday, September 13, for our Back-to-School Blessing and Macedonian Sunday School Registration.

🙏 Back-to-School Blessing
📖 Sunday School Registration
👧🧒 A new year of growing in faith, culture, and Macedonian Orthodox traditions

We are also looking for volunteer teachers and helpers to serve our children. Even 1–2 Sundays per month can make a meaningful difference!

❤️ Our children are the future of our Church and community. Help us create a Sunday School where they can grow in faith, learn our traditions, and build lasting friendships.

📅 Sunday, September 13
📍 Saints Peter & Paul Macedonian Orthodox Cathedral

Interested in volunteering? Contact the church office or email:
📧 [email protected]

🇲🇰✨ НЕДЕЛНО УЧИЛИШТЕ – ЗАПИШУВАЊЕ И БЛАГОСЛОВ ЗА НОВАТА УЧЕБНА ГОДИНА — 13 СЕПТЕМВРИ! ✨📚

Со почетокот на новата учебна година, ги покануваме сите наши деца и семејства да ни се придружат во недела, 13 септември, на Благословот за почеток на новата учебна година и запишувањето во Македонското неделно училиште.

🙏 Благослов за новата учебна година
📖 Запишување во Неделното училиште
👧🧒 Нова година исполнета со растење во верата, културата и македонските православни традиции

Исто така, бараме доброволци – наставници и помошници кои ќе сакаат да им послужат на нашите деца. Дури и 1–2 недели месечно можат да направат голема разлика!

❤️ Нашите деца се иднината на нашата Црква и нашата заедница. Да им помогнеме да растат во верата, да ги запознаат нашите традиции и да создадат убави спомени и пријателства.

📅 Недела, 13 септември
📍 Македонска православна катедрала „Св. Петар и Павле“

Заинтересирани сте да помогнете? Контактирајте ја црковната канцеларија или пишете на:
📧 [email protected]

08/26/2026

Четврток вечер
Празнична вечерна богослужба во 6 часот попладне, со Оплакувања пред Богородичниот гроб и свечена литија околу црквата.

Секој кој има желба, може да принесе Петолебие за здравје.

Петок
Божествена Литургија во 10 часот претпладне.

Thursday evening
Festal Vespers at 6:00 PM, with the Lamentations before the Tomb of the Mother of God, followed by a procession around the church.

Anyone who wishes may offer a Petolebie (five loaves) for health.

FRIDAY
Divine Liturgy at 10:00 AM.

08/20/2026

You are invited to join us for an evening of prayer, fellowship, and an important conversation about the role of the priest as a spiritual father.

“The Priest as Spiritual Father: Boundaries Between Spiritual Direction, Confession, and Counseling”

📅 Friday, August 21
🕕 6:00 PM – Akathist Service before the miraculous Trojeručica Icon
🕡 6:30 PM – Presentation by Fr. Georgij Gligorov
💬 Followed by Q&A with the clergy present and fellowship with clergy and the faithful

All are welcome!

📍 St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Church
9191 Mississippi St., Merrillville, IN

Come for prayer, stay for the conversation and fellowship. ☦️

Please share and invite others!

08/16/2026

August 16, 2026
11th Sunday after Pentecost

Divine Liturgy at 10 am
Божествена Литургија во 10 ч.

08/15/2026

Прослава на Преподобномаченица Параскева – 8 август 2026

На 8 август 2026 година, со света и празнична Божествена Литургија, ја прославивме Преподобномаченица Параскева.

Особена благодарност до досегашните кумови, Димитрија и Кристина Киселинови, за нивната љубов, посветеност и учество во оваа света прослава.

Со радост ги благословивме и новите кумови, Ангела и Наумче Божиноски, кои ја презедоа кумската чест и обврска за идната прослава.

Нека Преподобномаченица Параскева ги чува и застапува сите наши семејства и нашата црковна заедница пред Божјиот престол. За многу години!

Celebration of Venerable Martyr Paraskeva – August 8, 2026

On August 8, 2026, we joyfully celebrated the feast of Venerable Martyr Paraskeva with a festive Divine Liturgy.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the outgoing k*movi, Dimitrija and Kristina Kiselinov, for their love, dedication, and faithful participation in this celebration.

With joy, we also blessed our new k*movi, Angela and Naumche Bozinoski, who have accepted the honor and responsibility of serving as k*movi for the coming celebration.

May Venerable Martyr Paraskeva protect and intercede for all our families and our parish community before the throne of God. Many blessed years!

08/15/2026

Dimitrija Josifoski, 85, of Crown Point, Indiana, passed away on August 13, 2026.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, August 18, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at Saints Peter and Paul Macedonian Orthodox Church, 9660 Broadway Avenue, Crown Point, IN, with Funeral Service beginning at 10:00 a.m.

Dimitrija is survived by his loving wife, Pera (Coleska); his son, Ivan (Milena) Josifoski; daughter, Renata (Kire) Skurteska; son, Bosko (Suzana) Josifoski; and grandchildren, Nikola (Natalija) Josifoski, Dimitri Josifoski, Andriana Skurteska, Aleksandar Skurteski, Dejan Josifoski, Bianca Josifoska, and Milan Josifoski.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Argil and Pauna Josifoski; sisters, Menka Prentoska and Boza Martinoska; brothers, Trajan Josifoski, Bogdan Josifoski, and Gjorgi Josifoski; and nephew, Tode Josifoski.

Dimitrija was born in the village of Orovnik, Macedonia, on October 2, 1940, to Argil and Pauna Josifoski. The youngest of six children, Dimitrija immigrated to the United States in 1986, settling in New Jersey. Later, he moved to Indiana with his family.

Dimitrija enjoyed spending time with his family. He will be remembered for his warm smile, his unwavering loyalty, and the deep love he had for his family. A hardworking man, he took great pride in providing for and caring for those he loved. He had a lifelong love of soccer and a strong interest in the world around him, always enjoying a good conversation and sharing his thoughts. Above all, he was welcoming and generous with his time, and he loved having family and friends gathered around him. He especially loved weddings and family celebrations, where he could always be found smiling, laughing, and dancing among the people he loved. His presence made those moments even more memorable for everyone around him. His smile, his warmth, and the love he gave so freely will be deeply missed by all who knew him.