St. Maximus the Confessor Orthodox Church
Diocese of the South, Orthodox Church in America
Denton, Texas
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Octoberfest 2023
2023 Contest Information

Chili Cookoff - Judge's Choice
- Must cook at least 6qt of chili; chili should be in a crockpot or instant pot to keep warm throughout contest
- No restrictions on ingredients (beans are allowed)
- When turning in, please designate spice level: mild, medium, spicy, extra spicy
- Judges will taste approximately 1-2oz per entry
- Judging will be based on Taste, Texture, and Appearance

Dessert Contest - Judge's Choice, Three Categories will be awarded: Best Appearance; Best Taste; Overall
- All desserts allowed: pies, cakes, cookies, bars, etc.
- Must provide at least 3 servings
- Overall Category will be judged on Taste, Texture, and Appearance

Pumpkin Decorating Contests - Judge's Choice, Enter One of Three Categories: Fanciest; Silliest; Most Artistic, plus People's Choice for Most Creative
- Pumpkins can be carved, painted, etc.

Contest Schedule
2-2:30pm - Check-in
2:30-3pm - Judging
3-3:30pm - Pumpkin people’s choice
3:30pm - Winner announcements, followed by blessing of food

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The Mission of The Orthodox Church in America, the local autocephalous Orthodox Christian Church, is to be faithful in fulfilling the commandment of Christ to “Go into all the world and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…”

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St. Maximus the Confessor Orthodox Church is part of the Diocese of the South, which is presided over by The Right Reverend Alexander, Bishop of Dallas, the South and the Bulgarian Diocese. Our mission is bringing the joy of Christ's resurrection to those who have never heard the Good News, and to strengthen and encourage the faithful who reside within Denton and the local area. 

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