Venerable Athanasius of Athos
Venerable Lampados of Irenoupolis; Hieromartyr Cyprian of Mount Athos
Resurrectional Apolytiokion – Tone 4
Having learned the joyful message of the Resurrection from the angel the women disciples of the Lord cast from them their parental condemnation. And proudly broke the news to the Disciples, saying: Death hath been spoiled; Christ God is risen, granting the world Great Mercy.
Apolytikion of St, Athanasius the Athonite -Tone 3
The Angels’ ranks were awed by thy life in the flesh, * how, though corporeal, and clad with earthly clay, * thou didst set forth with courage to invisible wars and wrestlings * and didst boldly smite the hordes * of the demons with mortal wounds. * Wherefore, Christ rewarded thee * with abundant gifts in return. * Entreat Him that our souls find salvation, * O most renowned Father Athanasius.
Ordinary Kontakion – Tone 2
O undisputed intercessor of Christians, the Mediatrix, who is unrejected by the Creator. Turn not away to the voice of our petitions, though we be sinners. Come to us with aid in time, who cry unto thee in faith, for thou art good. Hasten to us with intercession, O Theotokos who doet ever intercede for those who honor thee
Thought for Today
” Patience is the strongest medicine that heals great and long-lasting trials. Most trials are endured only with patience. Great patience can resolve many problems and bring about divine results; when you do not even expect a solution, God provides the best solution. You should know that God is pleased when man goes through trials and endures them without grumbling, giving glory to His holy name. Saint James says, “Blessed is the man that endureth temptation.” Therefore, we should pray that the Good God provides us with patience so that we will endure everything – not with grumbling, but with praise.” – St. Paisios of Mount Athos
EPISTLE and GOSPEL READINGS
The Epistle
The saints shall boast in glory, and they shall rejoice upon their beds.
Sing unto the Lord a new song; His praise is in the church of the saints.
The Reading from the Epistle of St. Paul to the Galatians. (5:22-6:2)
Brethren, the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such there is no law. And those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. If we live by the Spirit, let us also walk by the Spirit. Let us have no self-conceit, no provocation of one another, no envy of one another. Brethren, if a man is overtaken in any trespass, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness. Look to yourself, lest you too be tempted. Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.
The Gospel
The Reading from the Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew. (8:28-9:1)
At that time, when Jesus came to the country of the Gergesenes, two demoniacs met Him, coming out of the tombs, so fierce that no one could pass that way. And behold, they cried out, “What have we to do to Thee, O Son of God? Art Thou come here to torment us before the time?” Now a herd of many swine was feeding at some distance from them. And the demons begged Him, “If Thou castest us out, send us away into the herd of swine.” And He said to them, “Go.” So they came out and went into the swine; and behold, the whole herd rushed down the steep bank into the sea, and perished in the waters. The herdsmen fled, and going into the city they told everything, and what had happened to the demoniacs. And behold, all the city came out to meet Jesus; and when they saw Him, they begged Him to leave their neighborhood. And getting into a boat He crossed over and came to His own city.
Approaching the Holy Chalice
As we approach the chalice, we fold our arms, right over left. This is both a posture of submission and confession of Christ’s victory over death. Newly illumined people who have been received through Holy Baptism and Chrismation bear their lit candles and receive first for three Divine Liturgies, then Little Lambs and babes-in-arms to follow.
This Week
Today, Sunday Myrrh Bearers’ will be meeting following Divine Liturgy.
Monday, July 6 Third Hour Prayers at 9:00 am.
Tuesday, July 7 Divine Liturgy for Kyriake the Great Martyr at 9:00 am.
Wednesday, July 8 Daily Vespers at 6:00 pm. Inquirers class and Catechism to follow Fellowship Meal; Contact Juliana Schulz for suggestions of sides at 812-360-5975 or Jennifer.schulz3ttj@gmail.com.
Thursday, July 9 Divine Liturgy at 9:00 am.
Friday, July 10 Divine Liturgy for St. Anthony of the Kiev Caves at 9:00 am.
Saturday, July 11 Bible Study at 10:00 am; Great Vespers at 5:00 pm, ask Abouna to follow.
Sunday, July 12 Matins at 9:00am, Divine Liturgy at 10:00 am.
Family News
Names Day Celebration Poppy Lewis, Great Martyr Kyriake (7th); Olga Impey, Vicki Gans, Claire Hall, Kristina Garletts, St. Olga equal to the Apostles (11th); Ryan Shanahan Sophrony (11th)
Birthday Celebrations Elizabeth Robertson (5th); William Beckman (9th); Eric Crandall (10th); Oliver Cowan (11th).
Congregating in the Hall, etc. during the Divine Services…
Beloved ones,
Some of us have developed the relaxed behavior of gathering in the hallway or St. George Pavilion, with or without coffee, during services, prior to the dismissal and the blessing of the food.
Nothing is a greater help to us than gathering at the Throne of the Almighty God, especially during the Holy Liturgy. Please gather together in the nave during worship and enjoy one another’s blessed company after the dismissal, and preferably after the post-Communion prayers.
As always, if one needs to attend to an infant or other urgent necessity during the services, please do. Finally, if you see someone violating this directive, please cover your brother’s sin and get back to Liturgy.
Love,
Fr. Peter Jon
Prayer List Miller; Dee and Don; Nancy; Dnsa. Robyn; Mary Ann; Rita; Michael, Olga, Jone; Rachel; Hal; Kh. Paraskeva; Scrogham Family; Fr. Athanasius; Fr. Jerome; Fr. Basil; Fr. Matthew; Marvin; Nectaria, Jim; Patricia; Charlie, Shirley; those suffering from the war in Ukraine and the Middle East; our Nation; all school children, and personnel across the nation; Emma; Josiah; Jack; Christopher; Wadia; Kitsa; Apthrodite; Kim; Vicki; Kenzie; Dusty; Cari; Josh; Allison; Dn. Lawrence, Marcia; Missy; Andrew; Isaac; Audra and the child she bears; Neumann Seraphim; Eileen, Soren, Kathy; Lexi, Ross; Theo; Jeremy; Elias; Leanne Seraphima; Lilly’s family; Sarah; Jennifer; Christy; John; Bruce; Stanley; Allen; Linda; Allison and children; Evan; Anastasia and family; Mary and family; Mary and the child born of her; Williams family; Victoria and the child she bears; Susie; Gertrude and the child she bears.
Memory Eternal Jan; Priest Seraphim; Priest Leo; Vivian Pareskevi; Brett; Robert, Daniel.
All Saints’ Sunday Meal
To best serve our growing congregation, we ask everyone who is able bring a food donation to share at the meal. If you are unable to bring a dish, please enjoy the meal and fellowship. Help with cleanup is always needed.
Giving Opportunities We appreciate and welcome your ongoing support.
Benevolence Fund Donations are used to support families in need of help with rent and utilities payments.
Food Pantry Our In-house food pantry is available to parish members as well as families and individuals in the community of Bloomington. Donations of nonperishable items of pasta, marinara sauce, peanut butter, canned chicken and tuna, canned vegetables, canned fruit and soups are always a great blessing.
Mission Donations We send monthly support to Hannah Valentine, an Orthodox missionary in Albania.
Donations to the church are being made online to www.allsaintsbloomington.org and by U.S. mail. Many thanks to all who continue supporting All Saints.