The Synaxis of the Archangels Michael, Gabriel, Raphael and all the bodiless powers of Heaven
Resurrectional Apolytiokion – Tone 6
Angelic Powers were above Thy tomb, and they that guarded Thee became as dead. And Mary stood by the grave seeking Thine immaculate Body. Thou hast despoiled Hades and wast not tried thereby. Thou didst meet the Virgin and didst grant us life. O Thou Who didst arise from the dead, Lord, glory be to Thee.
Apolytikion of the Archangels – Tone 4
Supreme Commanders of the Hosts of the Heavens, * we, the unworthy, importune and beseech you * that by your supplications ye encircle us * in the shelter of the wings * of your immaterial glory; * guarding us who now fall down * and cry to you with fervor: * Deliver us from dangers of all kinds, as the great marshals of the heavenly hosts on high.
Kontakion of Entrance of the Theotokos – Tone 4
The sacred treasury of God’s holy glory, * the greatly precious bridal chamber and Virgin, * the Savior’s most pure temple, free of stain and undefiled, * into the House of the Lord * on this day is brought forward * and bringeth with herself the grace * of the Most Divine Spirit; * her do God’s Angels hymn with songs of praise, * for she is truly the heavenly tabernacle.
Thought for Today: “Prove your faith with works of love toward your neighbor.” – St Paisios the Athonite
Approaching the Holy Chalice As we approach the Holy 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. If you are not Orthodox, or are Orthodox but have not prepared, we invite you to receive a blessing from Fr. Peter and partake of the blessed bread in the wooden bowls held by the Altar servers at the front of the church.
EPISTLE and GOSPEL READINGS
The Epistle
He makes his angels spirits, and his ministers flames of fire. Bless the Lord, O my soul.
The reading from the Epistle of St. Paul to the Hebrews. (2:2-10)
Brethren, if the message declared by angels was valid and every transgression or disobedience received a just retribution, how shall we escape if we neglect such a great salvation? It was declared at first by the Lord, and it was attested to us by those who heard Him, while God also bore witness by signs and wonders and various miracles and by gifts of the Holy Spirit distributed according to His own Will. For it was not to angels that God subjected the world to come, of which we are speaking. It has been testified somewhere, “What is man that Thou art mindful of him, or the Son of man, that Thou carest for Him? Thou didst make Him for a little while lower than the angels; Thou hast crowned Him with glory and honor, putting everything in subjection under His feet.” Now in putting everything in subjection to Him, He left nothing outside His control. As it is, we do not yet see everything in subjection to Him. But we see Jesus, Who for a little while was made lower than the angels, crowned with glory and honor because of the suffering of death, so that by the grace of God He might taste death for everyone. For it was fitting that He, for whom and by whom all things exist, in bringing many sons to glory, should make the Pioneer of their salvation perfect through suffering.
The Gospel
The reading from the holy Gospel according to St. Luke. (8:41-56)
At that time, there came to Jesus a man named Jairus, who was a ruler of the synagogue; and falling at Jesus’ feet he besought Him to come to his house, for he had an only daughter, about twelve years of age, and she was dying. As Jesus went, the people pressed round Him. And a woman, who had had a flow of blood for twelve years, and had spent all her living upon physicians, and could not be healed by anyone, came up behind Him, and touched the fringe of His garment; and immediately her flow of blood ceased. And Jesus said, “Who was it that touched Me?” When all denied it, Peter said, “Master, the multitudes surround Thee and press upon Thee! And Thou sayest, ‘Who touched Me?’” But Jesus said, “Someone touched Me; for I perceive that power has gone forth from Me.” And when the woman saw that she was not hidden, she came trembling, and falling down before Him declared in the presence of all the people why she had touched Him, and how she had been immediately healed. And Jesus said to her, “Daughter, your faith has made you well; go in peace.” While Jesus was still speaking, a man from the ruler’s house came and said, “Your daughter is dead; do not trouble the Teacher anymore.” But Jesus on hearing this answered him, “Do not fear; only believe, and she shall be well.” And when Jesus came to the house, He permitted no one to enter with Him, except Peter and James and John, and the father and mother of the child. And all were weeping and bewailing her; but Jesus said, “Do not weep; for she is not dead but sleeping.” And they laughed at him, knowing that she was dead. But taking her by the hand Jesus called, saying, “Child, arise.” And her spirit returned, and she got up at once; and Jesus directed that something should be given her to eat. And her parents were amazed; but He charged them to tell no one what had happened.
Looking Ahead
Nativity Fast begins Sunday, November 15
Presentation of the Theotokos in the Temple November 21
The Akathist of Thanksgiving will be served in place of Daily Vespers. Wednesday, November 25.
Thanksgiving Day
10am – Divine Liturgy
12:30 – Thanksgiving Meal
A pitch-in menu/sign-up sheet will be posted on the Fellowship Hall door. Please come and celebrate with your parish family as you are able! As always, guests are warmly invited. There is always room at the table.
Family News
Names Day Celebration Michael Shahadey; Adam Shahadey; Christian Gillquist; Marco Pressley; Mikaela Hsu; Boone Michael Fowler; Michael McCalla Archangel Michael (8th); Ross Caton; Aurelia Hsu Archangel Uriel (8th); Gabriella Crandall, Randel Storm; Thomas Dyer; Gabriel Lee Archangel Gabriel (8th); Elias Gill Martin of Tours (11th); Micah John Bowling St. John the Merciful (12th); Philp Campbell Apostle Philip (14th); Aaron Hostetler Justinian- Emperor (14th).
Birthday Celebration Abel Land (8th); Kenadie Newman (9th); Heather Sherrod (11th); Kh. Paraskeva Moslener (11th); Donald Schuck (12th).
Today, Sunday following the Divine Liturgy, Alex Juvenaly Spellman will teach an Intro to Blacksmithing class! In this first talk, he will go over basic blacksmithing tools and skills. For the next two Sundays, he will be bringing his forge from home and demonstrating his craft for us. Don’t miss this special opportunity. It is open to all, free of charge.
Teen SOYO Service Committee is sponsoring a food drive through the Feast of Nativity. Please place your offerings in the designated box in the nave.
SOYO will also be sponsoring a children’s toy drive to benefit the Women’s Care Center during the Advent Fast which begins in a week! Plan ahead and keep your eyes open for new toys for children 5 years and under!
This Week
Today, Sunday Myrrh Bearers will meet following Divine Liturgy.
Monday, November 9 Third Hour Prayers at 9:00 am.
Tuesday, November 10 Divine Liturgy at 9:00 am; Columbus Fellowship 6:00-8:00 pm.
Wednesday, November 11 Daily Vespers at 6:00 pm; Catechumen and Inquirers class to follow Fellowship Meal. Main dish will be provided; side dishes are needed. Contact Juliana Schulz for suggestions of sides at 812-360-5975 or Jennifer.schulz3ttj@gmail.com.
Thursday, November 12 Third Hour Prayers at 9:00 am.
Friday, November 13 Divine Liturgy at 9:00 am.
Saturday, November 14 Bible Study at 10:00am at the Webbs home, 3960 E. Fenbrook Lane, webbrk1@gmail.com. Great Vespers at 5:00 pm; Ask Abouna to follow. SOYO will host a pasta dinner with a showing of The Star, a fascinating documentary about the Star of Bethlehem. All are warmly invited to attend!
Sunday, November 15 Matins 9:00am, Divine Liturgy at 10:00am; Nativity Fast begins.
Prayer List Mark; Gregg; Neal; Dn. Lucian; Don and Dee; Nancy; Mary Ann; Rita; Michael and Olga; Jone; Rachel;
Hal; Marvin; Kh. Paraskeva; Fr. Basil; Fr. Matthew; Nectaria; Jim and Patricia; Charlie; Shirley; Charles; Emma;
Josiah; those suffering the ongoing wars in Ukraine and the Middle East; Jack; Kim; the persecutions in Nigeria,
Lebanon and throughout the world; Christopher; Wadia; Kitsa; Apthrodite; Vicki; Kenzie; Dusty; Cari; Josh;
Allison; Jeremy; Dn. Lawerence and Marcia; Missy; Andrew; Isaac; Kathy; Theo; Elias; John; Newmann Seraphim;
Leanne Seraphima; Christy; Bruce; Allen; Linda; Allison and children; Anastasia and family; Mary and family;
Susie; Nancy; Gertrude and the child she bears; Cypriana; Matushka Tabitha and the child she bears; Agnes
and the child she bears; Nina; Peter and family; Seraphima; Vince; Angelina; Sarah; Natalie and family;
Potamitis family; Landino family; Brandon and Sarah; Anna and the child she bears; Grace Anna and the child
she bears; Emmelia and the child she bears; those wounded in the attacks of Georgia and Ethiopia.
Memory Eternal Demisha; Archpriest Athanasius; Samuel; Stanley. The Servants killed in Georgia and Ethiopia.
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.
Fall Decor: Anyone wishing to take home a bale, a pumpkin, or a mum is welcome to do so on or after November 15, the first day of the Nativity fast.
Parents, please emphasize the importance of your children attending and engaging in their catechism classes. Their peers treasure them and so do their teachers. Growing in the Faith requires the commitment of everybody.
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.