The Holy Apostle Andrew the First-Called

Frumentios, Archbishop and Enlightener of Ethiopia; Alexander, Bishop of Methymna

Nativity Fast November 15 to December 25

Resurrectional Apolytikion – Tone 8

From the heights Thou didst descend, O compassionate One, and Thou didst submit to the three-day burial, that Thou might deliver us from passion; Thou art our life and our Resurrection, O Lord, glory to Thee.

Apolytikion of St. Andrew the Apostle – Tone 4

As the first called of the Apostles, and brother of their leader, O Andrew, entreat the Master of all that peace be granted unto the world and great mercy to our souls.

Kontakion of Preparation of Christ’s Nativity – Tone 3

On this day the Virgin cometh to the cave to give birth to * God the Word ineffably, * Who was before all the ages. * Dance for joy, O earth, on hearing * the gladsome tidings; * with the Angels and the shepherds now glorify Him * Who is willing to be gazed on * as a young Child Who * before the ages is God.

Approaching the Holy Chalice

The young children of Little Lambs and their teachers receive first, unless there are newly illumined, in which case the children go second. Infants to toddler may follow with their parents or godparent. Everyone else in the parish family is asked to file toward the periphery, toward the narthex, and proceed down the center aisle. 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. Those who commune are asked to open their mouths wide with their heads slightly tipped up and receive the Gifts directly from the spoon. This eliminates confusion and reduces the risk of spillage.

Thought for Today

“Every hour we should be engaged with knowing ourselves, that is 24 hours of day and night we must spend in repentance.” – St. Macarius the Great

EPISTLE and GOSPEL READINGS

The Epistle

Let your mercy, O Lord, be upon us. Rejoice in the Lord, O you righteous

The Reading from the First Epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians. (4:9-16)

Brethren, God has exhibited us Apostles as last of all, like men sentenced to death; because we have become a spectacle to the world, to angels and to men. We are fools for Christ’s sake, but you are wise in Christ. We are weak, but you are strong. You are held in honor, but we in disrepute. To the present hour we hunger and thirst, we are ill-clad and buffeted and homeless, and we labor, working with our own hands. When reviled, we bless; when persecuted, we endure; when slandered, we try to conciliate; we have become, and are now, as the refuse of the world, the off-scouring of all things. I do not write this to make you ashamed, but to admonish you as my beloved children. For though you have countless guides in Christ, you do not have many fathers. For I became your father in Christ Jesus through the Gospel. I urge you, then, be imitators of me.

The Gospel

The Reading from the Holy Gospel according to St. John. (1:35-51)

At that time John was standing with two of his disciples; and he looked at Jesus as He walked, and said, “Behold, the Lamb of God!” The two disciples heard him say this, and they followed Jesus. Jesus turned, and saw them following, and said to them, “What do you seek?” And they said to Him, “Rabbi” (which means Teacher), “where art Thou staying?” He said to them, “Come and see.” They came and saw where He was staying; and they stayed with Him that day, for it was about the tenth hour. One of the two who heard John speak, and followed Him, was Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother. He first found his brother Simon, and said to him, “We have found the Messiah” (which means Christ). He brought him to Jesus. Jesus looked at him, and said, “So you are Simon the son of Jonah? You shall be called Cephas” (which means Peter). The next day, Jesus decided to go to Galilee. And He found Philip and said to him, “Follow Me.” Now Philip was from Bethsaida, the city of Andrew and Peter. Philip found Nathaniel, and said to him, “We have found Him of Whom Moses in the Law and also the Prophets wrote, Jesus of Nazareth, the son of Joseph.” Nathaniel said to him, “Can anything good come out of Nazareth?” Philip said to him, “Come and see.” Jesus saw Nathanael coming to Him, and said of him, “Behold, an Israelite indeed, in whom is no guile!” Nathaniel said to Him, “How do you know me?” Jesus answered him, “Before Philip called you, when you were under the fig tree, I saw you.” Nathaniel answered Him, “Rabbi, Thou art the Son of God! Thou art the King of Israel!” Jesus answered him, “Because I said to you, I saw you under the fig tree, do you believe? You shall see greater things than these.” And He said to him, “Truly, truly, I say to you, you will see heaven opened, and the angels of God ascending and descending upon the Son of man.”

Looking Ahead

Nativity Retreat Friday, December 12 at St. Michael Orthodox Church in Louisville see flyer on bulletin board.

Santa Lucia visit Sunday, December 14

We Need Your Help Helping Those in Need The fasts of the Church, most especially the cold weather fasting periods of Nativity and Great Lent, are opportunities for great spiritual growth. We pray, fast and offer charity to those in need, fulfilling the Lord’s command to love our neighbor as ourselves. Here are three opportunities to give desperately needed alms through the Church during this season:

Saint Nicholas Tree: There will be a small tree set up in the fellowship hall beginning this weekend. You are invited to bring gas or grocery cards or cash to place on that tree. These will be collected and distributed to families in need.
Diapers and Baby Blankets: Our project this year (in memory of Alex John Alexander) is to collect baby diapers (all sizes) and baby blankets for families seeking help through the Hannah House. Please place your donations in the box provided in the hall, and we will get them to the Hannah House.
Benevolence Fund: We have been helping multiple families in need over the past few weeks and this fund is currently EMPTY. ’Tis the season to give as you are able and help us help those seeking our help!
This Week

Monday, December 1 3rd Hour Prayers at 9:00 am.

Tuesday, December 2 Divine Liturgy at 9:00 am.

Wednesday, December 3 Great Vespers for Ss. Barbara and John at 6:00 pm. Inquirers and Catechumen classes to follow. Pitch-in meal – please bring vegan dishes as you are able.

Thursday, December 4 Divine liturgy at 9:00 am; for the Great-Martyr Barbara and John of Damacus.

Friday, December 5 Divine Liturgy at 9:00 am; God fearing Sabbas the Sanctified.

Saturday, December 6 Bible study 10:00 am at the Webbs’ home. Tween and Teen SOYO at 3:30 pm. Great Vespers at 5:00, St Nicholas visit to follow.

Sunday, December 7 Matins at 9:00 am; Divine Liturgy at 10:00 am.

Family News

Name Day Celebrations Don Haney, Andrew Plaza, Andrew Labban, Thomas Andrew Pryzbyla, Drew Pastore, Apostle Andrew the first called (30th); Ben Carter, St. Nicholas (6th).

Birthday Celebrations Melissa Barbarick (30th); Dan Mullis (30th); Jeremy Coffman (30th); Gregory Gillquist (2nd); Micah Finchum (5th).

Prayer List Creighton (Hospice); Lauren Ann and infant David; Rita; Heather; Kh. Parasheva; Hal; Jacquie; Jim and Lisa; Taylor; Fr. Athanasius; Fr. Jerome; Fr. Basil; Fr. Matthew; Marvin; Nectaria, Shu-Mei. Charlie, Shirley; Gregory; Jim; Jan; Don and Dee; those suffering from the war in Ukraine and the Middle East; Peace talks; our nation; all school children, and personnel across the nation; Mary Ann; Emma; Josiah; Jack; Christopher; Wadia; Patricia; Kitsa; Apthrodite; Kim; Kristy; Vicki; Kenzie; Dusty; Cari; Josh; Allison; Dn. Lawrence, Marcia; Missy; Andrew; Isaac; Sadie and child; Kelsey and child; Nancy; Sharon Catherine; Neumann Seraphim; Michael, Olga, Eileen, Soren, Kathy; Lexi, Ross, Vivian; Theo; Jeremy; Elias; Leanne Seraphima; Lilly’s family; Sarah (Adrian’s cousin); Jennifer; Christy; John; Stanley; Allen; Linda; Allison and children; Kip; Evan; Anastasia and family; Dorthea; Mary; Marina; Patrick; Seraphima, Anna and the child she bears, Mary and the child she bears; Williams family,

Memory Eternal Constantinos; Apostolos; Archpriest George; Christopher.

Service Books Our service books are disappearing. New ones for Divine Liturgy and Daily Vespers have been printed. Please check your homes for service books and return them if found.

Attention Parents Please make sure your beautiful children clean up after themselves, especially in the nursery and in our outdoor spaces.

All Saints Sunday Meal

Today, Sunday SUNDAY FELLOWSHIP MEAL CHANGES BEGIN

In order to best serve our growing congregation, instead of the usual alphabetical meal teams, beginning Sunday, November 30th and thereafter, we ask that everyone who is able bring a food donation of a pot, bowl, casserole or loaf of something* to share at the meal. If you are unable to bring a donation, please come anyway and help with cleaning up after the meal. *Please remember, no meat or dairy through December 7 (fish is allowed) and no meat, dairy or fish on December 14 and 20th. Place your donations ready to serve, on the serving buffet prior to Holy Communion. After the meal, remove your containers and clean up any church items you used. Thank you.

Next Week 1st Sunday Hostess, Martha Barbarick.

Giving Opportunities

Food Pantry: Thank you for the generous support. 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 two missionary units in Albania, the Hoppe family and Hannah Valentine. We welcome and encourage you to contribute to their ongoing support.

Benevolence Fund: Donations may be made to this fund throughout the year and are mainly used to support families in need of help with rent and utilities payments.

Donations to the church are being made online at www.allsaintsbloomington.org and by U.S mail. Many thanks to all who continue supporting All Saints

Twenty-Fourth Sunday after Pentecost & Ninth Sunday of Luke

After-feast of the Entrance of the Theotokos

Amphilokios, Bishop of Iconium; Gregory, Bishop of Agrigentum

Nativity Fast November 15 to December 25

Welcome, Fr. Seraphim Ramos!

Thank you for serving Divine Liturgy in Fr. Peter’s absence.

Resurrectional Apolytikion – Tone 7

Thou didst shatter death by Thy Cross, Thou didst open paradise to the thief; Thou didst turn the sadness of the ointment-bearing women into joy. And didst bid Thine Apostles proclaim a warning, that Thou hast risen O Christ, granting to the world the Great Mercy.

Apolytikion of the Entrance of the Theotokos – Tone 4

Today the Virgin is the foreshadowing of the pleasure of God, and the beginning of the preaching of the salvation of mankind. Thou hast appeared in the Temple of God openly and hast gone before, preaching Christ to all. Let us shout with one thrilling voice, saying: Rejoice, O thou who art the fulfillment of the Creator’s dispensation.

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.

Approaching the Holy Chalice

The young children of Little Lambs and their teachers receive first, unless there are newly illumined, in which case the children go second. Infants to toddler may follow with their parents or godparent. Everyone else in the parish family is asked to file toward the periphery, toward the narthex, and proceed down the center aisle. 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. Those who commune are asked to open their mouths wide with their heads slightly tipped up and receive the Gifts directly from the spoon. This eliminates confusion and reduces the risk of spillage.

EPISTLE and GOSPEL READINGS

The Epistle

The Lord will give strength to His people. Bring to the Lord, O sons of God, bring ti the Lord honor and glory.

The Reading from the Epistle of St. Paul to the Ephesians. (2:14-22)

Brethren, Christ is our peace, Who has made us both one, and has broken down the dividing wall of hostility, by abolishing in His flesh the law of commandments and ordinances, that He might create in Himself one new man in place of the two, so making peace, and might reconcile us both to God in one body through the Cross, thereby bringing the hostility to an end. And He came and preached peace to you, who were far off, and peace to those who were near; for through Him we both have access in one Spirit to the Father. So then you are no longer strangers and sojourners, but you are fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God, built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Christ Jesus Himself being the cornerstone, in Whom the whole structure is joined together and grows into a holy temple in the Lord; in Whom you also are built into it for a dwelling place of God in the Spirit.

The Gospel

The Reading from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke. (12:16-21)

The Lord spoke this parable: “The land of a rich man brought forth plentifully; and he thought to himself, ‘What shall I do, for I have nowhere to store my crops?’ And he said, ‘I will do this: I will pull down my barns and build larger ones; and there I will store all my grain and my goods. And I will say to my soul, Soul, you have ample goods laid up for many years; take your ease, eat, drink, be merry.’ But God said to him, ‘Fool! This night your soul is required of you; and the things you have prepared, whose will they be?’ So is he who lays up treasure for himself and is not rich toward God.” As He said this, Jesus called out, “He who has ears to hear, let him hear.”

Thought for Today

“The enemy often wounds our soul by his malice and burns us. This wound spreads like a gangrene in the heart if we do not stop it in time by sincere prayer of faith. And God wounds our souls by His love, but this wound is light, sweet, not burning, but warming and vivifying.” – St. John of Kronstadt

Looking Ahead

Saint Nicholas Night Saturday, December 6 details to follow.

Nativity Retreat Friday, December 12 at St. Michael Orthodox Church in Louisville see flyer on bulletin board.

Santa Lucia visit Sunday, December 14

Nativity of Christ December 25

This Week

Monday, November 24 3rd Hour Prayers at 9:00 am.

Tuesday, November 25 3rd Hour Prayers at 9:00 am.

Wednesday, November 26 Akathist of Thanksgiving at 6:00 pm. Soup supper to follow.

Thursday, November 27 Thanksgiving Divine Liturgy at 9:00 am; Thanksgiving feast at 2:00 pm.

Friday, November 28 Divine Liturgy at 9:00 am; OC life Akathist for the Protection of the Theotokos at 6:00 pm.

Saturday, November 29 Bible study 10:00 am at the Webbs’ home. Tween and Teen SOYO at 3:30 pm. Great Vespers at 5:00, ‘Ask Abouna’ to follow.

Sunday, November 30 Matins at 9:00 am; Divine Liturgy at 10:00 am.

Family News

Name Day Celebrations Cathy Alexander, Katie Alexander, Catherine Cowen, Lina Tabbal, Sharon Catherine Gill, Charlotte Wakefield, Bennett Garletts, Mallory Finchum, Rachel Barber, Karen Hrismolas, St Katherine of Alexandria (25th).

Birthday Celebrations Mae Sampanis (23rd); Thomas Gabriel Dyer (26th); Amos Schneider (28th).

Prayer List Lauren Ann and infant David born of her; Rita; Heather; Kh. Parasheva; Hal; Jacquie; Jim and Lisa; Taylor; Fr. Athanasius; Fr. Jerome; Fr. Basil; Fr. Matthew; Marvin; Nectaria, Shu-Mei. Charlie, Shirley; Gregory Gillquist; Jim; Jan; Don and Dee; those suffering from the war in Ukraine and the Middle East; Peace talks; our nation; all schools children, and personnel across the nation; Mary Ann; Emma; Josiah; Jack; Christopher; Wadia; Patricia; Kitsa; Apthrodite; Kim; Kristy; Vicki; Kenzie; Dusty; Cari; Josh; Allison; Dn. Lawrence, Marcia; Missy; Andrew; Isaac; Sadie and child; Kelsey and child; Nancy; Sharon Catherine; Neumann Seraphim; Michael, Olga, Eileen, Soren, Kathy; Lexi, Ross, Vivian; Theo; Jeremy; Elias; Leanne Seraphima; Lilly’s family; Sarah (Adrian’s cousin); Jennifer; Christy; John; Stanley; Allen; Linda; Allison and children; Kip; Evan; Anastasia and family; Dorthea; Mary; Marina; Patrick; Seraphima, Anna and the child she bears, Mary and the child she bears; Williams family.

Memory Eternal Constantinos; Apostolos; Archpriest George.

Service Books Our service books are disappearing. New ones for Divine Liturgy and Daily Vespers have been printed. Please check your homes for service books and return them if found.

Attention Parents Please make sure your beautiful children clean up after themselves, especially in the nursery and in our outdoor spaces.

All Saints Sunday Meal

Today, Sunday 4th Sunday Host Robertson- Yeager, with Perpetua Webb as lead hostess.

Next Week SUNDAY FELLOWSHIP MEAL CHANGES BEGINNING NOVEMBER 30TH

In order to best serve our growing congregation, instead of the usual alphabetical meal teams, beginning Sunday, November 30th and thereafter, we ask that everyone who is able bring a food donation of a pot, bowl, casserole or loaf of something* to share at the meal. If you are unable to bring a donation, please come anyway and help with cleaning up after the meal. *Please remember, no meat or dairy through December 7 (fish is allowed) and no meat, dairy or fish on December 14 and 20th. Place your donations, ready to serve, on the serving buffet prior to Holy Communion. After the meal, remove your containers and clean up any church items you used. Thank you.

Giving Opportunities

Food Pantry: Thank you for the generous support. 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 two missionary units in Albania, the Hoppe family and Hannah Valentine. We welcome and encourage you to contribute to their ongoing support.

Benevolence Fund: Donations may be made to this fund throughout the year and are mainly used to support families in need of help with rent and utilities payments.

Donations to the church are being made online at www.allsaintsbloomington.org and by U.S mail.

Many thanks to all who continue supporting All Saints

The Holy Apostle and Evangelist Matthew

Martyr Ephygenia of Ethiopia, disciple of St. Matthew; Fulvian, prince of Ethiopi

Navity Fast

November 15 to December 25

Resurrectional Apolytikion – Tone 6

When Mary stood at Thy grave, looking for Thy sacred body, angelic powers shone above Thy revered tomb; and the soldiers who were to keep guard became as dead men. Thou led Hades captive and wast not tempted thereby. Thou didst meet the Virgin and didst give life to the world, O Thou, Who art risen from the dead, O Lord, glory to Thee.

Apolytikion of St. Matthew the Evangelist – Tone 3

O holy Apostle and Evangelist Matthew, intercede with the merciful God, to grant our souls forgiveness of sins.

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

“Riches can be stolen or taken away by those who are more powerful, but virtue of the soul is alone a safe possession, which cannot be taken away.” + St. Anthony the Great

Approaching the Holy Chalice

The young children of Little Lambs and their teachers receive first, unless there are newly illumined, in which case the children go second. Infants to toddler may follow with their parents or godparent. Everyone else in the parish family is asked to file toward the periphery, toward the narthex, and proceed down the center aisle. 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. Those who commune are asked to open their mouths wide with their heads slightly tipped up and receive the Gifts directly from the spoon. This eliminates confusion and reduces the risk of spillage.

EPISTLE and GOSPEL READINGS

The Epistle

Let your mercy, O Lord be upon us. Rejoice in the Lord, O you righteous.

The Reading from the First Epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians. (4:9-16)

Brethren, God has exhibited us Apostles as last of all, like men sentenced to death; because we have become a spectacle to the world, to angels and to men. We are fools for Christ’s sake, but you are wise in Christ. We are weak, but you are strong. You are held in honor, but we in disrepute. To the present hour we hunger and thirst, we are ill-clad and buffeted and homeless, and we labor, working with our own hands. When reviled, we bless; when persecuted, we endure; when slandered, we try to conciliate; we have become, and are now, as the refuse of the world, the off-scouring of all things. I do not write this to make you ashamed, but to admonish you as my beloved children. For though you have countless guides in Christ, you do not have many fathers. For I became your father in Christ Jesus through the Gospel. I urge you, then, be imitators of me.

The Gospel

The Reading from the Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew. (9:9-13)

At that time, as Jesus passed on from there, He saw a man called Matthew sitting at the tax office; and He said to him, “Follow Me.” And he rose and followed Him. And as He sat at table in the house, behold, many tax collectors and sinners came and sat down with Jesus and His disciples. And when the Pharisees saw this, they said to His disciples, “Why does your teacher eat with tax collectors and sinners?” But when Jesus heard it, He said, “Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. Go and learn what this means, ‘I desire mercy, and not sacrifice.’ For I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.”

Looking Ahead

Nativity Psalter Readings and Fasting calendar are available in the Narthex and at the library sign out.

Thanksgiving Meal on Thursday, November 27, begins at 2:00 pm. See signup sheet for potluck.

Saint Nicholas Night Saturday, December 6 details to follow.

Nativity Retreat Friday, December 12 at St. Michael Orthodox Church in Louisville see flyer on bulletin board.

Santa Lucia visit Sunday, December 14

Nativity of Christ December 25

This Week

Monday, November 17 3rd Hour Prayers at 9:00 am.

Tuesday, November 18 3rd Hour Prayers at 9:00 am; OCF dinner and discussion at 6:30 pm, Webb’s home.

Wednesday, November 19 Reader’s Vespers at 6:00 pm. Inquirers’ Class to follow. Mexican pitch-in meal, with rice and beans provided. Contact Juliana Schulz for suggestions of sides or items you are bringing. jennifer.schulz3ttj@gmail.com, 812- 360-5975.

Thursday, November 20 3rd Hour Prayers at 9:00 am.

Friday, November 21 3rd Hour Prayers at 9:00 am.

Saturday, November 22 Bible study 10:00 am at the Webbs’ home. Tween and Teen SOYO at 3:30 pm. Reader’s Vespers at 5:00.

Sunday, November 23 Matins at 9:00 am; Divine Liturgy at 10:00 am.

Father Peter will be out of town from Nov. 17 – 25. Father Seraphim Ramos (from St. Michael’s Louisville) will serve in Father Peter’s absence. He encourages the faithful to attend Festal Liturgy at a parish in Indy as you are able.

Family News

Name Day Celebrations Edmund VanDevander, St. Edmund (20th); Mary Ann Griggs, Kh. Marilyn Gillquist, Mae Sampanis, Nanette Marie Plaza, Jacquie Callaghan, Theotokos (21st).

Birthday Celebrations Miriam Schneider (17th), Logan Skinner (20th); Lisa Alexander, Salena Gagnon (21st).

Prayer List Lauren Ann and infant David born of her; Rita; Heather; Kh. Parasheva; Hal; Jacquie; Jim and Lisa; Taylor; Fr. Athanasius; Fr. Jerome; Fr. Basil; Fr. Matthew; Marvin; Nectaria, Shu-Mei. Charlie, Shirley; Gregory Gillquist; Jim; Jan; Don and Dee; those suffering from the war in Ukraine and the Middle East; Peace talks; our nation; all schools children, and personnel across the nation; Mary Ann; Emma; Bob & Bonnie Thelen; Josiah; Jack; Christopher; Wadia; Jayci; Patricia; Kitsa; Apthrodite; Kim; Kristy; Vicki; Kenzie; Dusty; Cari; Betsy; Josh; Allison; Dn. Lawrence, Marcia; Missy; Andrew; Isaac; Sadie and child; Kelsey and child; Nancy; Sharon Catherine; Neumann Seraphim; Michael, Olga, Eileen, Soren, Kathy; Lexi, Ross, Vivian; Theo; Jeremy; Elias; Waded; Leanne Seraphima; Lilly’s family; Jennifer; Christy; John; Stanley; Allen; Linda; Allison and children; Kip; Evan; Anastasia and family; Dorthea; Mary; Marina; Patrick; Seraphima, Anna and the child she bears, Mary and the child she bears; Williams family.

Memory Eternal Constantinos; Apostolos; Archpriest George.

Service Books Our service books are disappearing. New ones for Divine Liturgy and Daily Vesper have been printed. Please check your homes for service books, and return them if found.

Attention Parents Please make sure your beautiful children clean up after themselves, especially in the nursery and in our outdoor spaces.

All Saints Sunday Meal

Today, Sunday 3rd Sunday Host Hostetler- Rogers, with Nina Rogers as lead hostess.

Next week 4th Sunday Host Robertson- Yeager, with Perpetua Webb as lead hostess.

Giving Opportunities

Food Pantry: Thank you for the generous support. 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 two missionary units in Albania, the Hoppe family and Hannah Valentine. We welcome and encourage you to contribute to their ongoing support.

Benevolence Fund: Donations may be made to this fund throughout the year and are mainly used to support families in need of help with rent and utilities payments.

Donations to the church are being made online at www.allsaintsbloomington.org and by U.S mail. Many thanks to all who continue supporting All Saints

Nektarios of Aegina and Pentapolis, the Wonderworker

Martyrs Onesiphoros and Porphyrios of Ephesus; Venerable Matrona of Constantinople

Resurrectional Apolytikion – Tone 5

Let us believers praise and worship the Word; coeternal with the Father and the Spirit, born of the Virgin for our salvation. For, He took pleasure in ascending the Cross in the flesh to suffer death; and to raise the dead by His glorious Resurrection.

Apolytikion of St. Nektarios of Aegina – Tone 1

The offspring of Selyvria and the guardian of Aegina, the true friend of virtue who didst appear in the last years, O Nektarios, we faithful honor thee as a Godly servant of Christ, for thou pourest forth healings of every kind for those who piously cry out: Glory to Christ Who hath glorified thee. Glory to Him Who hath made thee wondrous. Glory to Him Who worketh healings for all through thee.

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

‘Do not despair if you keep falling into your old sins. Many of them are strong because they have received the force of habit. Only with the passage of time and with fervor will they be conquered. Do not let anything deprive you of hope.’ + St. Nektarios of Aegina

Approaching the Holy Chalice

The young children of Little Lambs and their teachers receive first, unless there are newly illumined, in which case the children go second. Infants to toddler may follow with their parents or godparent. Everyone else in the parish family is asked to file toward the periphery, toward the narthex, and proceed down the center aisle. 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. Those who commune are asked to open their mouths wide with their heads slightly tipped up and receive the Gifts directly from the spoon. This eliminates confusion and reduces the risk of spillage.

EPISTLE and GOSPEL READINGS

The Epistle

The Saints shall boast in glory. Sing unto the Lord a new song.

The Reading from the Epistle of St. Paul to the Ephesians. (5:8-19)

Brethren, walk as children of light (for the fruit of light is found in all that is good and right and true), and try to learn what is pleasing to the Lord. Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead expose them. For it is a shame even to speak of the things that they do in secret; but when anything is exposed by the light it becomes visible, for anything that becomes visible is light. Therefore it is said, “Awake, O sleeper, and arise from the dead, and Christ shall give you light.” Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise men but as wise, making the most of the time, because the days are evil. Therefore, do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery; but be filled with the Spirit, addressing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody to the Lord with all your heart.

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.

This Week

Today, Sunday Myrrh Bearers’ meeting to follow Divine Liturgy.

Monday, November 10 3rd Hour Prayers at 9:00 am.

Tuesday, November 11 Divine Liturgy at 9:00 am.

Wednesday, November 12 Public Proskomedia Service before Vesperal Liturgy for St. John Chrysostom Liturgy at 6:00 pm. Inquirers’ Class and Catechism to follow. Pitch-in meal, with Kohlsupp emit Kartoffein and apple crisp provided. Contact Juliana Schulz for suggestions of sides or items you are bringing. 812- 360-5975; jennifer.schulz3ttj@gmail.com

Thursday, November 13 3rd Hour Prayers at 9:00 am.

Friday, November 14 Divine Liturgy at 9:00 am.

Saturday, November 15 Bible study 10:00 am at the Webbs’ home. Tween and Teen SOYO, and Parish Council meeting at 3:30 pm. Great Vespers at 5:00 with Ask Abouna to follow.

Sunday, November 16 Matins at 9:00 am; Divine Liturgy at 10:00 am.

Looking Ahead

Nativity fast begins Saturday, November 15

Entrance of the Theotokos, November 21

Family News

Name Day Celebrations Elias Gill, St. Martin (12th); Micah Bowling, St. John the merciful (12th); Phil Campbell, Apostle Philip (14th); Nolan Arnold, St. Gregory Palamas (14th); Aaron Hostetler, St. Justinian-Emperor (14th).

Birthday Celebrations Heather Sherrod, Kh Paraskeva(11th); Donald Schuck (12th); Pierce Arnholt (15th).

Prayer List Lauren Ann and infant David born of her; Rita; Heather; Kh. Parasheva; Hal; Jacquie; Jim and Lisa; Taylor; Fr. Athanasius; Fr. Jerome; Fr. Basil; Fr. Matthew; Marvin; Nectaria, Shu-Mei. Charlie, Shirley; Gregory Gillquist; Jim; Jan; Don and Dee; those suffering from the war in Ukraine and the Middle East; Peace talks; our nation; all schools children, and personnel across the nation; Mary Ann; Emma; Bob & Bonnie Thelen; Josiah; Jack; Christopher; Wadia; Jayci; Patricia; Kitsa; Apthrodite; Kim; Kristy; Vicki; Kenzie; Dusty; Cari; Betsy; Josh; Allison; Dn. Lawrence, Marcia; Missy; Andrew; Isaac; Sadie and child; Kelsey and child; Nancy; Sharon Catherine; Neumann Seraphim; Michael, Olga, Eileen, Soren, Kathy; Lexi, Ross, Vivian; Theo; Jeremy; Elias; Waded; Leanne Seraphima; Lilly’s family; Jennifer; Christy; John; Stanley; Allen; Linda; Allison and children; Kip; Evan; Anastasia and family; Dorthea; Mary; Marina; Patrick; Seraphima, Anna and the child she bears, Mary and the child she bears; Williams family.

Memory Eternal Constantinos; Apostolos; Archpriest George.

Service Books Our service books are disappearing. New ones for Divine Liturgy and Daily Vesper have been printed. Please check your homes for service books, and return them if found.

Attention Parents Please make sure your beautiful children clean up after themselves, especially in the nursery and in our outdoor spaces.

All Saints Sunday Meal

Today, Sunday 2nd Sunday Host Coffman-Holland, with Elizabeth Carter as lead hostess.

Next week 3rd Sunday Host Hostetler- Rogers, with Nina Rogers as lead hostess.

Giving Opportunities

Food Pantry: Thank you for the generous support. 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 two missionary units in Albania, the Hoppe family and Hannah Valentine. We welcome and encourage you to contribute to their ongoing support.

Benevolence Fund: Donations may be made to this fund throughout the year and are mainly used to support families in need of help with rent and utilities payments.

Donations to the church are being made online at www.allsaintsbloomington.org and by U.S mail. Many thanks to all who continue supporting All Saints

Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost

Martyrs Akindinos, Pegasios, Aphthonios, Elpidophoros and Anempodistos of Persia

Resurrectional Apolytikion – 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 the Persian Martyrs – Tone 2

Blessed is the earth that drank your blood, O prizewinners of the Lord, and holy are the tabernacles that received your spirits; for in the stadium ye triumphed over the enemy, and ye proclaimed Christ with boldness. Beseech Him, we pray, since He is good, to save our souls.

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

Don’t be troubled if you don’t feel the love of God in yourself, but think about the Lord, that He is merciful, and guard yourself from sins, and the grace of God will teach you.- St. Silouan the Athonite

Approaching the Holy Chalice

The young children of Little Lambs and their teachers receive first, unless there are newly illumined, in which case the children go second. Infants to toddlers may follow with their parents or godparent. Everyone else in the parish family is asked to file toward the periphery, toward the narthex, and proceed down the center aisle. 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. Those who commune are asked to open their mouths wide with their heads slightly tipped up and receive the Gifts directly from the spoon. This eliminates confusion and reduces the risk of spillage.

EPISTLE and GOSPEL READINGS

The Epistle

O Lord, how magnified are Thy works. In wisdom hast Thou made them all.

Bless the Lord, O my soul.

The Reading from the Epistle of St. Paul to the Galatians. (2:16-20)

Brethren, you know that a man is not justified by works of the Law but through faith in Jesus Christ. Even we have believed in Christ Jesus, in order to be justified by faith in Christ, and not by works of the Law, because by works of the Law shall no one be justified. But if, in our endeavor to be justified in Christ, we ourselves were found to be sinners, is Christ then an agent of sin? Certainly not! But if I build up again those things which I tore down, then I prove myself a transgressor. For I through the Law died to the Law, that I might live to God. I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ Who lives in me; and the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, Who loved me and gave Himself for me.

The Gospel

The Reading from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke. (16:19-31)

The Lord said, “There was a rich man, who was clothed in purple and fine linen and who feasted sumptuously every day. And at his gate lay a poor man named Lazarus, full of sores, who desired to be fed with what fell from the rich man’s table; moreover the dogs came and licked his sores. The poor man died and was carried by the angels to Abraham’s bosom. The rich man also died and was buried; and in Hades, being in torment, he lifted up his eyes, and saw Abraham far off and Lazarus in his bosom. And he called out, ‘Father Abraham, have mercy upon me, and send Lazarus to dip the end of his finger in water and cool my tongue; for I am in anguish in this flame.’ But Abraham said, ‘Son, remember that you in your lifetime received your good things, and Lazarus in like manner evil things; but now he is comforted here, and you are in anguish. And beside s all this, between us and you a great chasm has been fixed, in order that those who would pass from here to you may not be able, and none may cross from there to us.’ And he said, ‘Then I beg you, father, to send him to my father’s house, for I have five brothers, so that he may warn them, lest they also come into this place of torment.’ But Abraham said, ‘They have Moses and the prophets; let them hear them.’ And he said, ‘No, father Abraham; but if someone goes to them from the dead, they will repent.’ He said to him, ‘If they do not hear Moses and the prophets, neither will they be convinced if someone should rise from the dead.’

Service Books Our service books have gone missing. New ones for Divine Liturgy and Daily Vesper have been printed. I don’t have a Great Vesper book to copy. Please check your homes for service books.

This Week

Today, Sunday Myrrh Bearers’ and Tech committee meetings to follow Divine Liturgy.

Monday, November 3 3rd Hour Prayers at 9:00 am.

Tuesday, November 4 Divine Liturgy at 9:00 am; OCF dinner and discussion, 6:30 pm,at the Webbs’ house.

Wednesday, November 5 Daily Vespers at 6:00 pm. Inquirers’ Class and Catechism to follow. Pitch-in meal, with Curry Lentil soup provided. Contact Juliana Schulz for suggestions of sides or items you are bringing. 812- 360-5975;

jennifer.schulz3ttj@gmail.com

Thursday, November 6 Divine Liturgy at 9:00 am.

Friday, November 7 Divine Liturgy at 9:00 am.

Saturday, November 8 Bible study 10:00 am at the Webbs’ home. Baby Shower for Alex Puccio, All Saints Fellowship Hall 12 noon to 2:00pm. Tween and Teen SOYO at 3:30 pm. Readers Vespers at 5:00 with Ask Abouna to follow.

Sunday, November 9 Matins at 9:00 am; Divine Liturgy at 10:00 am

Looking Ahead

Baby Shower for Alex Puccio Saturday, November 8

Prokomedia service and Vesperal Liturgy for St. John Chrysostom Wednesday, November 12

Nativity fast begins Saturday, November 15

Family News

Name Day Celebrations Michael Shahadey, Adam Shahadey, Mikaela Hsu, Christian Gillquist, Boone Fowler, Marco Pressley, Archangel Michael (8th); Ross Caton; Aurelia Hsu, Archangel Uriel (8th); Gabriella Crandall; Randel Storm, Tom Dyer, Archangel Gabriel (8th).

Birthday Celebrations Ariana Vician (9th).

Anniversary Justin & Mary Maschino (4th).

Prayer List Lauren Ann and infant David born of her; Rita; Heather; Jim; Jan; Kh. Parasheva; Hal; Jacquie; Jim and Lisa; Taylor; Fr. Athanasius; Fr. Jerome; Fr. Basil; Fr. Matthew; Marvin; Nectaria, Shu-Mei. Charlie, Shirley; Don and Dee; those suffering from the war in Ukraine and the Middle East; Peace talks; our nation; all schools children, and personnel across the nation; Mary Ann; Emma; Bob & Bonnie Thelen; Josiah; Jack; Christopher; Wadia; Jayci; Patricia; Kitsa; Apthrodite; Kim; Kristy; Vicki; Kenzie; Dusty; Cari; Betsy; Josh; Allison; Dn. Lawrence, Marcia; Missy; Andrew; Isaac; Sadie and child; Kelsey and child; Nancy; Sharon Catherine; Neumann Seraphim; Michael, Olga, Eileen, Soren, Kathy; Lexi, Ross, Vivian; Theo; Jeremy; Elias; Waded; Leanne Seraphima; Lilly’s family; Jennifer; Christy; John; Stanley; Allen; Linda; Allison and children; Kip; Evan; Anastasia and family; Dorthea; Mary; Marina; Patrick; Seraphima, Anna and the child she bears, Mary and the child she bears; Thomas Gabriel.

Memory Eternal infant Graham; Steve; Constantinos; Apostalos; Archpriest George.

Attention Parents Please make sure your beautiful children clean up after themselves, especially in the nursery and in our outdoor spaces.

All Saints Sunday Meal

Today, Sunday 1st Sunday Host A-Coats, with Martha Barbarick as lead hostess.

Next week 2nd Sunday Host Coffman-Holland, with Elizabeth Carter as lead hostess.

Giving Opportunities

Food Pantry: Thank you for the generous support. 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 two missionary units in Albania, the Hoppe family and Hannah Valentine. We welcome and encourage you to contribute to their ongoing support.

Benevolence Fund: Donations may be made to this fund throughout the year and are mainly used to support families in need of help with rent and utilities payments.

Donations to the church are being made online at www.allsaintsbloomington.org and by U.S mail.

Many thanks to all who continue supporting All Saints