Agape Circle Day

Agape Circle Day on the North Shore of Boston will take place this year on Saturday, August 22, from 1:30 PM to 6:00 PM at the Church of St. John the Russian in Ipswich, MA.

This Christ-centered mini-retreat includes small-group dialogue (DiaLogos), quiet reflection (Hesychia), and a shared potluck meal. All attendees are also warmly invited to stay for Great Vespers & Matins at 6:00 PM.

Benefit from connecting with other Orthodox Christians from a range of jurisdictions and cultural backgrounds in a warm, interpersonal faith-sharing environment.

“Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!”

— Psalm 133:1

What is Agape Circle?

Agape Circle is a pan-Orthodox effort to form small groups for fellowship among Orthodox Christians, focusing on growth in faith, hope, and agape love. We aim to build deeper bonds of friendship among Orthodox Christians from all jurisdictions who are seriously seeking to live a Christ-centered life.

“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together… but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.”

— Hebrews 10:24-25

Video Testimonials:

Find more testimonials and learn more at www.AgapeCircle.com.

Sample Announcement Texts for Agape Circle Day

1. Full Announcement (Ideal for Parish Newsletters, Emails, or Print Bulletins)

Join Us for Agape Circle Day Mini-Retreat!

Looking to refresh your spirit and connect with others in Christ? Join us for Agape Circle Day, an inter-Orthodox, Christ-centered mini-retreat open to all Orthodox Christian adults and inquirers. Enjoy small-group dialogue (DiaLogos), moments of quiet reflection (Hesychia), warm fellowship, and a shared potluck meal.

  • Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026

  • Time: 1:30 PM – 6:00 PM (followed by Great Vespers & Matins at 6:00 PM)

  • Location: The Orthodox Church of St. John The Russian (34 Lafayette Road, Ipswich, MA)

  • RSVP & Info: Contact (617) 501-1083, email AgapeCircles@gmail.com, or visit www.AgapeCircle.com.

Come break bread with us, meet fellow Orthodox Christians, and learn together!

2. Short Blurb (Ideal for Websites, Social Media, or Digital Newsletters)

Agape Circle Day: A Mini-Retreat to Connect & Renew

Saturday, August 22 | 1:30 PM – 6:00 PM (Great Vespers & Matins at 6:00 PM)

The Orthodox Church of St. John The Russian (34 Lafayette Road, Ipswich, MA)

All Orthodox Christian adults and inquirers are warmly invited to Agape Circle Day, a mini-retreat featuring small-group discussion (DiaLogos), quiet reflection (Hesychia), fellowship, and a potluck meal. Visit www.AgapeCircle.com to learn more, or RSVP to (617) 501-1083 or AgapeCircles@gmail.com. Come join us for an afternoon of shared faith and community!

3. Brief Calendar Entry (Ideal for Weekly Bulletins or Pulpit Announcements)

Agape Circle Day Mini-Retreat

On Saturday, August 22, from 1:30 PM to 6:00 PM, The Orthodox Church of St. John The Russian in Ipswich, MA, will host Agape Circle Day—a Christ-centered mini-retreat with small-group discussion, reflection, and a potluck meal, followed by Great Vespers & Matins at 6:00 PM. Open to all Orthodox Christian adults and inquirers. Learn more at www.AgapeCircle.com or RSVP to (617) 501-1083 / AgapeCircles@gmail.com

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