St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Church

Serbian Orthodox Church, Merrillville, IN, was established in 1914 in Gary, IN. Divine Liturgy Sundays 10am, Fr. Marko Matic officiating; formerly served by Very Rev. Jovan Todorovich, retired after 36 years. Liturgical responses by Karageorge Choir. Sunday School starts 9:45am. in the new St. Sava Learning Center. Serbian School starts at 12:30 during 8-week sessions. Vespers served Tuesdays and Saturdays at 6:00 p.m. Join us, everyone welcome! Folklore dance group and choir always accepting new members. Attend Sunday Luncheons after Liturgy, hosted by families or organizations, serving delicious homemade food and desserts.
South Wing SOCIAL CENTER NOW AVAILABLE for hosting social events, newly renovated and tastefully decorated. Showers, graduation parties, meetings, Skup Svatova, wedding receptions, baptisms, birthdays, and retirements can all be accommodated.

phone (219) 736-9191

9191 Mississippi St. Merrillville, IN 46410

Monday-Friday: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Saturday: closed

Sunday: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Tamburitza Prima Winner: Steve & Mary Watson

posted by dorothyp on Sep 4th, 2008 at 4:09 pm

Steve and Mary Watson were the lucky winners of the prima raffle at this year's Serb Fest at St. Sava. Steve and Mary own MINUTEMAN PRESS in Schererville, Indiana. For several years, they have helped print articles and photos at no cost, supporting our research. Congratulations to Steve and Mary!

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TAMBURITZA PRIMA RAFFLE, Last One!

posted by dorothyp on Jul 23rd, 2008 at 12:12 am

This is your last chance to win a hand - crafted Tamburitza Prima, made and donated by Milan Opacich for this year's final Serb Fest Raffle. Koa wood was imported from Hawaii and used for this special last prima. Ticket requests can be mailed to Milan Opacich, 2255 Robinhood Blvd., Schererville, IN 46375, or call Dorothy (219)613-6133 for tickets. Checks can be made to: Serbian Historical Society or St. Sava Church. Perhaps you'll be the lucky winner of this beautiful heirloom. Tickets are $5 Each, or 5 for $20. Pictured below is last year's prima - Milan's still building this year's prima.

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Smithsonian Tambura Raffle!

posted by jgdevaney on Jun 23rd, 2007 at 3:55 pm

At the St Sava Serb Fest, August 3,4,5, another beautiful prima tamburitza crafted by Milan Opacich, a St. Sava member, will again be raffled. This is the 8th consecutive year Milan has donated one of his “Smithsonian” primas to benefit St. Sava Church. The prima is a replica of an instrument he made that was chosen to be in an exhibit at the Smithsonian Remwick Gallery in Washington DC in 1975. Milan has received many awards and much recognition for his work. In 2004 he received the prestigious National Heritage Award by the National Endowment of the Arts recognizing his outstanding artistic ability in crafting beautiful tamburitzas.

The lucky winner of this family heirloom prima will be announced Sunday evening August 5. The raffle tickets are $5.00 each or five for $20.00. (Winner need not be present) Tickets will be sold at Serb Fest, or you can mail in your order to Tambura Raffle, 2255 Robin Hood Blvd, Schererville, IN 46375 before Aug. 2nd. Make checks payable to: St. Sava Church. For more info, email us via the contact button above.

Good Luck!

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$15 plus $5 Shipping & Handling Serbian Sisters Cook Book

A 324 page collection of favorite recipes for Serbian and international meals and desserts, including many lenten foods. Paired with an apron offered by Karageorge, makes a great gift combo. Pick one up at the Church office or buy it online now with your credit card, using our PayPal account. Free gift wrap with your online order. Click here for photos and details.

$20 plus $5 Shipping & Handling Serb Fest 2006 DVD

Take a tour of St. Sava Church, listen to the sounds of Karageorge, sing or dance to the sounds of acordian and tamburitza music. Enjoy the reunion performance of 70's band MLADA SRBADIJA and the retirement performance of Milan Opacich with Drina Orchestra. Enjoy an intimate tour of the Serb Fest Museum, narrated by Milan himself. 110 minutes run time, available at the Church office, or buy it here online with your credit card using our PayPal account. Free gift wrap with your online order. Click here for photos and details.

$20 plus $10 shipping & handling Commemorative Books Set SALE

3 piece book set includes 350 page hardcover Gold Consecration color photo book, 400 page 90th Anniversary hardcover color photo book, 85 page spiral color Visitor's Guide, all gift-wrapped, $80 Value, now only $20! This collection makes a great gift or addition to your own personal library. Pick one up at the Church office, or mail in your order with a personal check made to: St. Sava Church, 9191 Mississippi St., Merrillville, In 46410, include $10 for Shipping & Handling. Buy it here online now with your credit card using our PayPal account. Click here for photos and details.

$7 plus $3 Shipping & Handling Book: "Serbian Patron Saint, Krsna Slava"

Detailed paperback book by Very Rev. Father Jovan Todorovich explains the tradition, customs, preparation, and recipes of Slava in both Serbian and English, includes many photos. Reversible, includes Blessing Service. Free gift wrap. Buy it here online now with your credit card using our PayPal account. Click here for photo and detail.

$10 plus $4 Shipping & Handling Confession and Communion Manual

163 page, soft - cover guide to preparing for the mysteries of Confession and Communion, as well as Prayers and identifying Commandments, Sins, and Virtues. Prepared by Very Rev. Father Jovan Todorovich, Buy it in Church from the Candle-Sellers or here online with your credit card.

$20 plus $5 Shipping & Handling Serbian Calendar/Srpski Kalendar

2008 calendar of Religious Holidays, Feasts, and Saint Days, written in Cyrillic, soft-cover, 144 pages. Many illustrations, written by Miodrag Stojilovich. Buy from Candle-sellers at church or here online with your credit card.

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September 19 - November 21

Pre-School Right Start Enrichment Program at St. Sava Church

First-time ever Pre-school Enrichment Program will be offered to members and the community at the St. Sava Learning Center. Great classes will be offered during the week to help your child develop socially and boost his/her creativity. Parents and grandparents are encouraged to participate. For information, call (219) 736-9191.

November 21

Lifeline Humanitarian Organization Annual Charity Concert

Lifeline Humanitarian Organization requests the pleasure of your company at their Annual Charity Concert in the presence of HRH Crown Prince Alexander and HRH Crown Princess Katherine. Event is Friday, November 21 at 6 PM, Preston Bradley Hall, Chicago Cultural Center, 78 East Washington St., Chicago. For Concert and Dinner Buffet Tickets, call (312) 781-9300, $125 per person. Visit www.lifelineaid.org for info.

November 22

Pre-Order Strudels & Nut Rolls for Thanksgiving, Pick-Up Sat. Nov. 22nd 9:00am - 3:00pm

Order by November 12th, quantities are limited for Thanksgiving Holiday Strudels and Nut Rolls. Order Apple, Cherry, or Cheese Strudels frozen (ready to bake) or frozen (ready to eat) Nut Rolls for ONLY $10 EACH! Pick up your order at St. Sava Church, 9191 Mississippi, Merrillville, in the South Wing. Order by phone (219) 736-9191 or
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November 22

St. Elijah "FRULA" Hosts Folklore Festival

Everyone is invited to attend "Frula"'s Fall Folklore Festival at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 22nd. Many guest folklore groups will perform and a dance will follow at St. Elijah Hall, 8700 Taft Street, Merrillville.

November 23

St. Sava's 94th Anniversary Celebration - Sunday November 23rd

Join in the celebration of St. Sava Church's 94th Anniversary on Sunday, November 23rd. Divine Liturgy will start at 10:00 a.m., followed by the Memorial Tribute on the South Lawn. The Banquet will start at 1:00 p.m. at St. Elijah's Hall with a VERY SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER (Check back for more information). Please save this date marking the rich history of our church and honoring our deceased members.