Saint Mark's Greek Orthodox Church & Festival Belleview FL

God must have been watching over our community because directly across the street from our new property is a new development with 250 lots for homes in the 250K to 350K range. As Orthodox Christians across the country plan for retirement, they may find this an ideal opportunity to be within walking distance of an Orthodox Community. In addition, a mobile home park adjacent to our property has been purchased by a developer who plans to build 300 mid-priced (200k) homes and town homes. Since purchasing the land, many miraculous things continue to occur. For example, a parishioner has donated landscaping of one hundred and thirty trees, which will eventually be placed on the perimeter of the land as well as in our serenity/memorial garden. This donation included fencing, an irrigation system, a well and a utility power pole. Other Orthodox businessmen have come forward to donate their time and expertise in development, engineering, and sewage systems. In only 11 months we raised sufficient funds to pay down the mortgage by $166,000. As we enter the third year of ownership of the property we are hopeful that a successful festival, the Greek cultural cruise, and individual building fund contributions will enable us to pay off the mortgage .We are, therefore, optimistic that we can then break ground in late 2008 with the construction of a multipurpose hall which will contain a room used as a chapel until we are able to also build a church.

Dates: January 27 - 29

Admission: Free

Festivities!

• Variety of Greek Foods and Pastries
• Greek Music  
• Dance Performances 
• Games for Children
• Greek Items for Sale
• Raffle