“The Cupola”

The Cupola is our parish newsletter. We publish it as frequently as possible and share it with a mailing list of 200 households, reaching parishioners, friends, inquirers, and fellow clergy and parishes. Its pages include not simply news from our parish, but also enlightening and thought-provoking theological reflections, book reviews, and interviews from our parishioners. Issues of The Cupola can be downloaded below.

#61 · Great Lent 2024

Issue includes: “What are you wearing?”, an interview with our catechumen Daniel, reflections on the book “Great Lent” by Fr. Alexander Schmemann, a letter from Fr. John, and photos and news from parish life. View online.


Past issues:

#60 · Nativity 2022

Issue includes: “What are we looking for?”, an update on our parish clothing & food drives, a brief description of the Nativity Vigil, a letter from Fr. John, and photos and news from parish life. View online.

#59 · Fall 2022

Issue includes: “Good vs. Bad”, an essay on the exile of St. John Chrysostom titled ‘The Death of a Saint’, a letter from Fr. John, and photos and news from parish life. View online.

#56 · November – December 2021

Issue includes: “Thanksgiving During a Pandemic”, a remembrance of +Alexander Lahun, a letter from Fr. John, and photos and news from parish life. View online.

#55 · Fall 2021

Issue includes: “Transfiguration”, a remembrance of +Fr. Sergei Glagolev, a letter from Father John, and photos and news from parish life.

#54 · Summer 2021

Issue includes: “The Holy Spirit”, a tribute to Father John on 20 years of service to Saint Andrew’s, an update from the parish apiary, part two of the essay “The Golden-Mouth in the Struggle Between Virtue & Vainglory”, and photos of recent celebrations in parish life.

#53 · Holy Week 2021

Issue includes: The Paschal Homily of Saint John Chrysostom, the Ascension of our Lord, an explanation of the services of Great & Holy Week, and a letter from Father John.

#52 · Spring 2021

Issue includes: “Peace Be With You”, suggestions on how to get started preparing for Lent, an essay on the life of St. John Chrysostom, a letter from Fr. John, and photos and news from parish life. View online.

#51 · Winter 2020

Issue includes: A profile of our Subdeacon John Rusinak on his 90th birthday, a remembrance of our Patronal Feastday celebrations, the essay “Love Versus Fear”, a letter from Fr. John, and photos and news from parish life. View online.

#50 · Sept. – Nov. 2020

Issue includes: “Lord Have Mercy”, remembrances of +Metropolitan Theodosius and +Matushka Janet Mihalick, and photos and news from parish life. View online.

#49 · July & August 2020

Issue includes: “The Symbolism of the Circle”, a book review of “Tombstone in Jinang”, a remembrance of +Fr. John (Erickson) by Fr. John, and photos and news from parish life. View online.


#48 · May & June 2020

Issue includes: “Comfort in Affliction”, “Baptizing All Nations”, photos from Pascha at home, updates on parish precautions during coronavirus, the introduction of ‘Saint Andrew’s Apiary’, news from parish life, and a letter from Fr. John. View online.


2019 · The Year in Review

Issue includes: photos from throughout the year, including special events like Gabriella & Nilus’ wedding and the installation of the cupola; an interview with Fred & Edna, and a letter from Fr. John. View online.


#47 · March & April 2020

Issue includes: reflections on the arrival of the Great Fast; the life of St. Paul the Simple; photos from the DDB Dinner; and a letter from Fr. John. Download the PDF.


#46 · January & February 2020

Issue includes: reflections on the kiss of peace; photos from our patronal feast of St. Andrew and blessing of the cupola; and a letter from Fr. John. Download the PDF.


#45 · November & December 2019

Issue includes: notes on our Annual Parish Meeting, the lift of St. Isaac the Syrian, photos of our cupola installation, and a letter from Fr. John. Download the PDF.


#44 · September & October 2019

Issue includes: a reflection on the Birth of the Theotokos, a report on the ordination of Protodeacon Michael Sochka to the priesthood, and a letter from Fr. John. Download the PDF.


#43 · July & August 2019

Issue includes: the life of the ‘Rebel Nun’, St. Maria Skobtsova, some notes and photos from recent events in parish life, a eulogy of +Nina Maisevich, progress photos from the cupola repair, and a letter from Fr. John. Download the PDF.


#42 · May & June 2019

Issue includes: articles of repentance, worthiness, and Pascha; a letter from Fr. John; and notes from parish life. Download the PDF.


#41 · April 2019

Issue Includes: Articles on blessing baskets and Holy Week; a letter from Fr. John; and notes from parish life. Download the PDF


#40 · March 2019

Issue Includes: Articles on Lent’s arrival and Sunday themes; a letter from Fr. John; and notes from parish life. Download the PDF


#39 · February 2019

Issue Includes: Articles on blessings and Christian ‘Found Art’; a letter from Fr. John; and notes from parish life. Download the PDF


#38 · January 2019

Issue Includes: Articles on Theophany and Holy Water; a letter from Fr. John; ‘God is Love’; and notes from parish life. Download the PDF


#37 · December 2018

Issue Includes: An article on the hospitality to strangers; a letter from Fr. John; the final part of “Russian Paris”; and notes from parish life. Download the PDF


#36 · November 2018

Issue Includes: An article on the the role of candles; a letter from Fr. John; part 5 of “Russian Paris”; and notes from the Annual Meeting. Download the PDF


#35 · October 2018

Issue Includes: An article on the receiving the Holy Eucharist; a letter from Fr. John; part 4 of “Russian Paris”; and upcoming events. Download the PDF


#34 · September 2018

Issue Includes: An article on the Church New Year; a letter from Fr. John; part 4 of “Russian Paris”; and some Orthodox humor. Download the PDF


#33 · August 2018

Issue Includes: An article on Transfiguration; a letter from Fr. John; notes from the Jimmy Micros memorial; and the life of St Moses the Strong. Download the PDF


#32 · July 2018

Issue Includes: An article on Saints Peter & Paul; a letter from Fr. John; a recognition of Peggy; and part III of the article ‘Russian Paris’. Download the PDF


#31 · June 2018

Issue Includes: An article on the Icon of St. Anna; a letter from Fr. John; and part II of the article ‘Russian Paris’. Download the PDF


#30 · May 2018

Issue Includes: A report on the progress on our parish roof; a letter from Fr. John; and an article on ‘Russian Paris’. Download the PDF


#29 · April 2018

Issue Includes: Notes on the Lenten Retreat with Dr. John Barnet; a letter from Fr. John; and an explanation of the services of Holy Week. Download the PDF


#28 · March 2018

Issue Includes: An overview of Psalm 137; a letter from Fr. John; thoughts on praying from ‘Prayer Lists’; and news from around the parish. Download the PDF


#26 · January 2018

Issue Includes: An synopsis of the life of St. Seraphim of Sarov; a letter from Fr. John; an interview with our new readers Andrew and Moses; a remembrance of +Vitali; and news from around the parish. Download the PDF

#25 · December 2017

Issue Includes: A reflection on the Prophet Hosea, notes on upcoming events, a message from Fr. John, the memories of a pilgrimage to the Holy Land, and notes on Saints Cyril & Methodius. Download the PDF


#24  · November 2017

Issue Includes: An explanation of the feast of the Entry, notes on upcoming events, a message from Fr. John, the relics of St. Andrew in Amalfi, and reflections on the Liturgy from our newly-illumined. Download the PDF


#23 · October 2017

Issue Includes: A profile of our choir director by Ginger Jerosh, notes on upcoming events, a message from Fr. John, the prayer of St. Philaret, and photos from the Chrismation of the Romeo family. Download the PDF

#22 · September 2017

Issue Includes: An article on the feasts of September by Ginger Jerosh; “Cross Ways” by Jay Protopapas, notes on recent parish life by Fr. John, and an interview with our new catechumen Elaine Romeo. Download the PDF

#21 · August 2017

Issue Includes: An article “Two Great Feasts of Divine Beauty” by Ginger Jerosh; notes on recent parish life by Fr. John and Ginger, and a selection of photos by Edna Fetkowitz. Download the PDF

#20 · July 2017

Issue Includes: An article “Meeting House or Heaven on Earth?” by Ginger Jerosh; some reflections on the 30th anniversary of Fr. John’s ordination; and news and photos from parish life. Download the PDF

#19 · May 2017

Issue Includes: Reflections on Pascha night; thoughts in anticipation of Holy Ascension; a letter from Fr. John; an update on our cupola repair; and news and photos from parish life. Download the PDF

#18 · April 2017

Issue Includes: Reflections on the arrival of Pascha; an update from our Church School; information on Great & Holy Week 2017; a letter from Fr. John; and news from parish life. Download the PDF

#17 · March 2017

Issue Includes: Reflections on Great Lent; a Lenten reading list; an update from our Parish Council President; a letter from Fr. John; and news from parish life throughout the winter. Download the PDF

#16 · Winter 2012 – 2013

Issue Includes: A story about our reception of catechumen; a letter from Fr. John; a remembrance of +Barbara Ondris, an article about the ‘Green Patriarch’, thoughts on House Blessings, and photos and news from parish life throughout the winter. Download the PDF

#15 · Fall 2012

Issue Includes: “Appreciating Vespers”, adapted from an article by Fr. Lawrence Farley on OCA.org; a letter from Fr. John; an interview with our new caretakers, the Chichu Family, and photos and news from parish life during the late Summer and Fall. Download the PDF

#14 · Summer 2012

Issue Includes: Thoughts on Holy Transfiguration; a letter from Fr. John; an interview with newly-tonsured Reader Christopher, an explanation of our new icon of the Second Coming, and lots of photos and news from parish life the past year. Download the PDF.

#13 · Summer 2011

Issue Includes: A report from the Diocesan Parish Council Workshop; a letter from Fr. John; an article on the ecumenical views of noted theologian Christos Yannaras, a reflection on a retreat with Mother Raphaela, and recent photos and news from parish life. Download the PDF.

#12 · May & June 2009

Issue Includes: A Send-off to The Belks; Letter from the Pastor; An Interview with our new choir director, Lasha Kvetenadze; an update from the Church School; an article on the life of Philip Sherrard, and recent photos and news from parish life. Download the PDF.

#11 · January & February 2009

Issue Includes: Mission Vespers Celebrated at St. Andrew’s; a letter from Fr. John; an interview with our parish caretakers, the Maldonados; news about three new bishops for the OCA; photos of the Christmas Social talent show; an explanation of the services of Holy Week; and photos and news from parish life. Download the PDF.

#10 · July & August 2008

Issue Includes: “Parish Survey to Assess Needs, Interests of Parishioners”; a letter from Fr. John; an interview with All-American Council Co-Chair, John Kozey; “OCA Elects a New Metropolitan”; a remembrance of newly-departed parishioner Barbara Ondris; and news and photos from parish life. Download the PDF.


#9 · Spring 2008

Issue Includes: Thoughts on Holy Pentecost; a letter from Fr. John; a photo essay on parish life from 2007; an interview with newly-Chrismated parishioner John Willard; a Book Review of Garden of the Holy Spirit; a Film Review of Into Great Silence; a report on Orthodoxy in China; and news from parish life.  


#8 · June 2007

Issue Includes: Thoughts on summer’s Apostles’ Fast; a letter from Fr. John; an interview with parish matriarch Olga Seraphin; the Church School Graduation; “The History and Liturgical Issue of Pews”; an update on Adult Education classes; the life of Elder Porphyrios; a letter from Buffalo; and photos and news from parish life.


#7 · December 2006

Issue Includes: Thoughts on Holy Theophany; a letter from Fr. John; an essay by new parishioner Olga P.; the Church School celebrates St. Nicholas Day; a reflection on Vespers; a report on the Parish Annual Meeting; introducing Ancient Faith Radio; photos from Jim S.’s Chrismation; a new iconography project; and photos and news from parish life.

#6 · October 2006

#5 · February 2006

#4 · August 2005

#3 · June 2005

#2 · April 2005

#1 · February 2005