Sunday, December 3, 2017
Twenty-sixth Sunday after Pentecost
The Holy Prophet Zephaniah; Martyrs Agapios, Seleukos and Mamas; Venerable Theodoulos, Eparch of Constantinople; Hieromartyr Gabriel, bishop of Ganos and Prusa; New-martyr Angelis of Chios;
Venerable Cosmas of St. Anne Skete on Athos

Visitors are honored guests at All Saints.

Nourishment of the Soul: “Hear, my son, the instruction of your father, that you may become wise in your last days. There are many thoughts in the heart of a man, but the counsel of the Lord abides forever.” – Proverbs 19:20-21

Food Pantry: Thanks to all who have so generously filled the shelves. We are overflowing at this time without room for more. We will keep you posted when shelves are starting to empty.

Social Hour: Scheduled contributors this Sunday are those whose last names begin with A- Ba; however you may contribute whenever you find it convenient.

Receiving the Eucharist: We invite you to receive the Holy Eucharist if you are an Orthodox Christian who has prepared yourself through fasting, prayer, and recent confession. If you are not Orthodox, or are Orthodox but have not prepared, we invite you to receive a piece of the blessed bread in the wooden bowls held by the altar servers at the front of the church.

LOOKING AHEAD

 Donate gift cards for the Giving Tree and school children ‘warmies’.
 Wednesday, December 13th: Divine Liturgy for St. Herman of Alaska at 6:00
 Royal Hours of the Nativity and Typika are served on Friday morning, December 22nd.
 Great Vespers and Sunday Matins and Divine Liturgy are served as usual December 23rd and 24th.
 Festal Orthros and Festal Divine Liturgy of St. Basil the Great are served Sunday night, December 24 commencing at 9:00

Nativity Fast continues until Christmas. Fasting Foods are served during social hour.

THIS WEEK

Tonight, we will have Great Vespers for St. Barbara and St. John of Damascus at 5:00.(Sunday, December 3rd)
Wednesday, December 6: Daily Vespers at 6:00
Saturday, December 9: Great Vespers at 5:00
Sunday, December 10: Matins at 9:00; Divine Liturgy at 10:00 – Visit by St. Lucia

FAMILY NOTES

Address Change: Geni Gritton has moved to Texas to live near her daughter and son-in-law. Contact information in the directory will be updated.

Name Day Remembrance: Abe L (St. John of Damascus – 4th); Nicholas A (St. Nicholas of Myra – 6th); Nicholas S (St. Nicholas of Myra – 6th)

Memory Eternal: Joseph Alexander (John’s father October 28th); Chester Przybyla (November 14th)

Please Note that the Prayer List Needs Updates. At the beginning of the new year, we will erase all but the current NEW entries and start over.
Prayer List: Amal; Maria; Vivian; Walter; Becky; Greg; Wilber; Emilija; Adrian (Olga’s brother); Bosa; Cathy;”For the suffering Christians of Egypt, Syria, Palestine, Iraq, & all of the Middle East, and for those suffering in Ukraine and victims of recent hurricanes, earthquakes, and attacks; Fr. Steven Rudy (cancer); Finley (infant girl); Fr. Basil; Fr. Philip; Grant (Leukemia); Chris; Doug & Dorothy Barrett; Eileen; Dee and Don; Kh. Kristina; Betsy and Hannah; Leslie (paralysis); Jasmine; Deborah & Thomas; James; Tom; Annie; Catherine; Janett; Julian; Vicki; Hoppes & Jesse Brandow (Missionaries); Natalie; Senior Saints; Patricia; Nicetas; Barb; Shirley; Metropolitan Paul, Archbishop John; Fr. John Koen; Archpriest George; Heather; Susan; Gabriella & Matt; Sara; Shelley; Emily D; Emma; Nancy; Neal; Bob R; Leanne; Beth; Lillian; Julie; Roger; Virginia; Marilyn; Eric; Cheryl; Lori; Pam; Debbie; Natasha; Michael & Shelley: Gabriel; Mary; Janet; Kelly; Matushka Raisa; Marty; Charles; Mary; Marvin, Alice; Katie; Ruth; Steve; Romaine; Derek, Claire & Micah; Tim; Sharon; Sherri; Dianna; Michael and Diane; Aaron; Brent; Jennifer C; Brigid; Ethan; Lena, Dean; Gayle; Thomas; Amy; Heidi; Gene & Connie, Caleb D; Megan & Colin; Bill & Sandy; Sabrina; Christy; Pete; Phil & Barb; Tammy K; Jennifer A.

Today’s Epistle and Gospel Readings

Prokeimenon: “Let Thy mercy, O Lord, be upon us.”
Verse: “Rejoice in the Lord, O ye righteous.” Psalm 32:22,1

Epistle: The Reading is from St. Paul’s Epistle 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.

Gospel: The Reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke. (18:35-43)

At that time, when Jesus drew near to Jericho, a blind man was sitting by the roadside begging; and hearing a multitude going by, he inquired what this meant. They told him, “Jesus of Nazareth is passing by.” And he cried, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” And those who were in front rebuked him, telling him to be silent; but he cried out all the more, “Son of David, have mercy on me!” And Jesus stopped, and commanded him to be brought to him; and when he came near, Jesus asked him, “What do you want me to do for you?” He said, “Lord, let me receive my sight.” And Jesus said to him, “Receive your sight; your faith has made you well.” And immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus, glorifying God; and all the people, when they saw it, gave praise to God.
Divine Liturgy Variables

Resurrectional Apolytikion – Tone 1
While the stone was sealed by the Jews, and the soldiers were guarding Thy most pure body, Thou didst arise on the third day, O Savior, granting life to the world. For which cause the heavenly powers cried aloud unto Thee, O Giver of Life. Glory to Thy Resurrection, O Christ; Glory to Thy Kingdom,; Glory to Thy Providence, O Thou Who alone art the lover of mankind.

Kontakion of the Preparation of Christ’s Nativity – Tone 3
Today the Virgin cometh to the cave where she will give birth in an ineffable manner to the Word Who is before all the ages. Rejoice, therefore, O universe, when thou hearest it heralded: Glorify Him, with the angels and the shepherds, Who chose to be seen as a new-born babe, the God Who is before all the ages. (word order may vary)

Sunday, November 26, 2017
Twenty-fifth Sunday after Pentecost
Venerable Alypios the Stylite of Adrianople; Nikon the preacher of repentance;
Venerable Stylianos of Paphlagonia; New-martyr George of Chios; repose of Innocent, first bishop of Irkutsk.

Visitors are honored guests at All Saints.

Deacon Lawrence will be serving the Eucharistic Typica at 10:00.
There will be no Matins service preceding today’s service.

Father Peter Jon and his family are enjoying a brief time with family in the East but will return early this week. No Confessions will be heard until Father’s return.

Nourishment of the Soul: “Cultivate patience. Patience adorns the soul with diamonds which are not of the earth but belong to the Jerusalem that is Above. Patience increases obedience to the Divine words that have been written, are being written, and will be written.” – St. Raphael of Lesbos

Parish Council Officers for 2017-2018: Daniel Rigsby (chair); Barb Grinder (vice-chair); Shirley Richardson (secretary); and James Finchum (treasurer). We encourage you to take your questions to the officers and to other council member since they are there to serve us all.

Food Pantry: Thanks to all who have so generously filled the shelves.

The Holy Nativity Fast brings with it thoughts of sharing with others: Bring warm hats, gloves, mittens and scarves for needy school children and put them in the box in the social hall. Also place gift cards on the Giving Tree, starting at St. Nicholas Night on Saturday and continuing until Christmas. There is joy in giving.

Social Hour: Scheduled contributors this Sunday are those whose last names start with G-H; however you may contribute whenever you find it convenient.

Receiving the Eucharist: We invite you to receive the Holy Eucharist if you are an Orthodox Christian who has prepared yourself through fasting, prayer, and recent confession. If you are not Orthodox, or are Orthodox but have not prepared, we invite you to receive a piece of the blessed bread in the wooden bowls held by the altar servers at the front of the church.

Myrrh Bearers meet today during social hour.

THIS WEEK
Nativity Fast continues until Christmas.

Wednesday, November 29: Daily Vespers at 6:00

Saturday, December 2: All women of the church are invited to the home of Dee Haney in Mitchell, Indiana for the annual get-together. Lunch is served along with gaiety and inspiration. Come to the church around 10 am to carpool with Kh. Marilyn and Nina or to go as a caravan.

Saturday, December 2: St Nicholas Great Vespers at 5:00; Celebration continues with a pitch-in meal and other activities. Plan ahead to bring your children early; but adults will join the evening too!

Sunday, December 3: Matins at 9:00; Divine Liturgy at 10:00

LOOKING AHEAD

Bring your gift cards for the Giving Tree and your school children ‘warmies’.
The Christmas Schedule will be posted later.

FAMILY NOTES

Birthday Blessings: Fr. Lucas Christensen (27th); Dan Mullis (30th); Gregory Gillquist (2nd)
Name Day Remembrance:
St. Katherine-25th: Cathy Alexander; Katie Alexander; Rachel Barber; Mallory Finchum; Catherine Gillquist; Karen Hrisomalos; Sharon Kolasinski; Kelly Sanderson; Lina Tabbal
St. Andrew– 30th: Andrew Labban and Don Haney

Memory Eternal: Joseph Alexander (John’s father October 28th); Chester Przybyla (November 14th)

Prayer List: Maria; Vivian; Walter; Becky; Greg; Wilber; Emilija; Adrian (Olga’s brother); Bosa; Cathy;”For the suffering Christians of Egypt, Syria, Palestine, Iraq, & all of the Middle East, and for those suffering in Ukraine and victims of recent hurricanes, earthquakes, and attacks; Fr. Steven Rudy (cancer); Finley (infant girl); Fr. Basil; Fr. Philip; Grant (Leukemia); Chris; Doug & Dorothy Barrett; Eileen; Mary Ann & Jen; Dee and Don; Kh. Kristina; Betsy and Hannah; Leslie (paralysis); Jasmine; Deborah & Thomas; James; Becky H; Tom; Annie; Catherine; Janett; Julian; Vicki; Hoppes & Jesse Brandow (Missionaries); Natalie; Senior Saints; Patricia; Nicetas; Barb; Shirley; Metropolitan Paul, Archbishop John; Fr. John Koen; Archpriest George; Heather; Susan; Gabriella & Matt; Sara; Shelley; Geni; Emily D; Emma; Nancy; Neal; Bob R; Leanne; Beth; Lillian; Julie; Roger; Virginia; Marilyn; Eric; Cheryl; Lori; Pam; Debbie; Natasha; Michael & Shelley: Gabriel; Mary; Janet; Kelly; Matushka Raisa; Marty; Charles; Mary; Marvin, Alice; Katie; Ruth; Steve; Romaine; Derek, Claire & Micah; Tim; Sharon; Sherri; Dianna; Michael and Diane; Aaron; Brent; Jennifer; Brigid; Ethan; Lena, Dean; Gayle; Thomas; Amy; Heidi; Gene & Connie, Caleb D; Megan & Colin; Bill & Sandy; Sabrina; Christy; Pete; Phil & Barb; Tammy K

Today’s Epistle and Gospel Readings

Prokeimenon: “Make your vows to the Lord our God and perform them.”
Verse: “God is known in Judah; His Name is great in Israel.” Psalm 75:11,1

Epistle: The Reading is from St. Paul’s Epistle to the Ephesians. (4:1-7)

Brethren, I, a prisoner for the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of the calling to which you have been called, with all lowliness and meekness, with patience, forbearing one another in love, eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope that belongs to your call, one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of us all, Who is above all and through all and in all. But grace was given to each of us according to the measure of Christ’s gift.

Gospel: The Reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke. (18:18-27)

At that time, a man came testing Jesus and asking, “Good Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?” And Jesus said to him, “Why do you call Me good? No one is good but God alone. You know the commandments: ‘Do not commit adultery. Do not kill. Do not steal. Do not bear false witness. Honor your father and mother.’” And the man said, “All these I have observed from my youth.” And when Jesus heard it, he said to him, “One thing you still lack. Sell all that you have and distribute to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow Me.” But when the man heard this he became sad, for he was very rich. Jesus, seeing him sad, said, “How hard it is for those who have riches to enter the kingdom of God! For it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God.” Those who heard it said, “Then who can be saved?” Jesus said, “What is impossible with men is possible with God.”

Typica Variables

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.

Kontakion of the Preparation of Christ’s Nativity – Tone 3
Today the Virgin cometh to the cave where she will give birth in an ineffable manner to the Word Who is before all the ages. Rejoice, therefore, O universe, when thou hearest it heralded: Glorify Him, with the angels and the shepherds, Who chose to be seen as a new-born babe, the God Who is before all the ages. (word order may vary)

Sunday, November 19, 2017
Twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost
The Holy Prophet Obadiah; Martyr Barlaam of Antioch; Martyr Azi the wonderworker of Isauria in Asia Minor and 150 soldiers with him; Martyr Agapios of Caesarea in Palestine; Martyr Heliodoros of Magidum in Pamphylia;
Venerable Abbot Barlaam of the Kiev Caves

Visitors are honored guests at All Saints.

Nourishment of the Soul: “If you begin to guard wealth, it will not be yours. But if you begin to distribute it, you will not lose it.” – St. Basil the Great

Installation of Parish Council members is today. A sheet on the insert page in your bulletin will be used as the parish accepts the new council. There are also copies in the narthex. Council members new to the council are Valerie Abshire, Catherine Alexander, James Finchum and Lina Tabbal. Returning to the council are Dan Rigsby, Barb Grinder, Shirley Richardson, Jan Gudaitis, Don Haney, Darryl Jones, Galina McLaws, Lucia Toadere, and Jeff Weber.

Food Pantry: What an offering to the pantry came in last week! But lest we forget, please continue to contribute as you are able so that no one who needs food suffers from hunger.

Thanksgiving Feast: Sign-up sheets are on the bulletin board to help Charles, our coordinator, know who is coming and what is being donated. You, your friends, and family members are welcome.

Coffee Hour: Scheduled contributors this Sunday are those whose last names start with Be-F; however you may contribute whenever you find it convenient.

Receiving the Eucharist: We invite you to receive the Holy Eucharist if you are an Orthodox Christian who has prepared yourself through fasting, prayer, and recent confession. If you are not Orthodox, or are Orthodox but have not prepared, we invite you to receive a piece of the blessed bread in the wooden bowls held by the altar servers at the front of the church.

As we have now entered the Holy Nativity Fast, we rightly have thoughts of sharing with others. We will be adding to our offering something initiated by Alex Alexander of blessed memory: warm hats, gloves, mittens and scarves for needy school children. Also we will continue to place gift cards on the Giving Tree as St. Nicholas Night grows near. Let us spread joy to others and therefore increase our joy in giving!

This week, Fr Peter Jon and family will travel to the East Coast to be with family for the Thanksgiving holiday and for the baptism of their nephew, Samuel.

THIS WEEK
Nativity Fast continues until Christmas.

Wednesday, November 22: Akathist of Thanksgiving at 6:00
Thursday, November 23: Thanksgiving Feast at All Saints at 2:00
Friday, November 24: Akathist to the Protection at 6:00
Saturday, November 25: Reader Vespers at 5:00; Orthodoxy 101 is cancelled.
Sunday, November 26: There will be no Matins service. The Eucharistic Typica service will begin at 10:00.
& Myrrh Bearers will meet.

LOOKING AHEAD

December 2: All women of the church are invited to the home of Dee Haney in Mitchell, Indiana for the annual get-together. Lunch is served along with gaiety and inspiration. Perhaps some ladies will meet at the church around 10 am to carpool. Volunteers?
December 2: St. Nicholas night begins with Great Vespers and is followed by a pitch-in, teaching, and fun for the children and the young at heart. Bring your gift cards for the Giving Tree and your school children ‘warmies’.

FAMILY NOTES

Birthday Blessings: Paul B (19th); Genevieve C (20th); Lisa A (21st)
Name Day Remembrance: Mary Ann G (The Theotokos at the Entrance into the Temple – 21st)
Memory Eternal: Fr. George Rados (October 15th); Michael Thelen (October 15th); Chester Przybyla (November 14th)

Prayer List: Maria; Vivian; Walter; Becky; Greg; Wilber; Emilija; Adrian (Olga’s brother); Bosa; Cathy;”For the suffering Christians of Egypt, Syria, Palestine, Iraq, & all of the Middle East, and for those suffering in Ukraine and victims of recent hurricanes, earthquakes, and attacks; Fr. Steven Rudy (cancer); Finley (infant girl); Fr. Basil; Fr. Philip; Grant (Leukemia); Chris; Doug & Dorothy Barrett; Eileen; Mary Ann & Jen; Dee and Don; Kh. Kristina; Betsy and Hannah; Leslie (paralysis); Jasmine; Deborah & Thomas; James; Becky H; Tom; Annie; Catherine; Janett; Julian; Vicki; Hoppes & Jesse Brandow (Missionaries); Natalie; Senior Saints; Patricia; Nicetas; Barb; Shirley; Metropolitan Paul, Archbishop John; Fr. John Koen; Archpriest George; Heather; Susan; Gabriella & Matt; Sara; Shelley; Geni; Emily D; Emma; Nancy; Neal; Bob R; Leanne; Beth; Lillian; Julie; Roger; Virginia; Marilyn; Eric; Cheryl; Lori; Pam; Debbie; Natasha; Michael & Shelley: Gabriel; Mary; Janet; Kelly; Matushka Raisa; Marty; Charles; Mary; Marvin, Alice; Katie; Ruth; Steve; Romaine; Derek, Claire & Micah; Tim; Sharon; Sherri; Dianna; Michael and Diane; Aaron; Brent; Jennifer; Brigid; Ethan; Lena, Dean; Gayle; Thomas; Amy; Heidi; Gene & Connie, Caleb D; Megan & Colin; Bill & Sandy; Sabrina; Christy; Pete; Phil & Barb; Tammy K

Today’s Epistle and Gospel Readings

Prokeimenon: “The Lord will give strength to His people.”
Verse: “Ascribe to the Lord, O sons of God, ascribe to the Lord honor and glory.” Psalm 28:11,1

Epistle: The Reading is from St. Paul’s Epistle 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.

Gospel: The Reading is 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.”

Divine Liturgy Variables

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.

Kontakion of the 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.

Pledge of Support for the Parish Council

We, the Parishioners of All Saints Orthodox Christian Church as members of this one body in Christ, do now commit ourselves to the support of you, our leaders, chosen by the Holy Spirit in our annual assembly to guide us in the coming year.

We pledge our love in Christ to each of you, to support you with our prayers and our ready response when called upon, as we, led by you, work for the greater Glory of God.

We pledge to commit ourselves anew to the task of becoming One Body in Christ, with One Lord, One Spirit, One God and Father, Who is above all, through all and in all of us. Amen.

Bonfire on Saturday Night

Yes, the OCF is sponsoring a bonfire on the north side of the property along Dillman!

What to bring: roasting forks or sticks; lawn chairs; drinks

What is provided: Hot dogs and fixins; S’mores

It may be cold, so dress warmly, but the bonfire will warm you too!

Your friends are invited as well as all who attend All Saints. This is a whole church event, not just a student event, but it is student sponsored!

Call Howard Webb at 314-681-8893 with your questions.

Sunday, November 12, 2017
John the Almsgiver, Patriarch of Alexandria
Neilos the Faster of Sinai; Neilos the Myrrh-streaming of the Great Lavra on Athos; Martin the Wonderworker, Bishop of Tours; New-Martyrs Sabbas and Nicholas of Constantinople

Visitors are honored guests at All Saints. We invite you to stay for the annual meeting today.

Nourishment of the Soul: “We do not need great knowledge to be devout. If we concentrate and meditate on the few things we know, our heart will be spiritually embroidered. One may be profoundly affected by a single hymn, while another may feel nothing–even though he may know all the hymns by heart, as he has not entered into the spiritual reality. Therefore, read the Fathers–even one or two lines a day. They are very strengthening vitamins for the soul.” – St. Paisios the Athonite

Annual Business Meeting is Scheduled for today, November 12th: The business meeting begins at the conclusion of the Divine Liturgy. All who attend All Saints are encouraged to attend. Updates on all activities of the parish, including the recent construction, are presented either in booklet form or presentation. Parish Council election also occurs with only those on the membership role, eighteen and older, being eligible to vote. At the printing of the bulletin, the following names are on proposed for the ballot: Valerie Abshire, Cathy Alexander, James Finchum, Daniel Mullis, and Lina Tabbal. A pitch-in meal follows.

Food Pantry: What an offering to the pantry came in last week! But lest we forget, please continue to contribute as you are able so that no one who needs food suffers from hunger.

Thanksgiving Feast: Sign-up sheets are on the bulletin board to help Charles, our coordinator, know who is coming and what is being donated.

Receiving the Eucharist: We invite you to receive the Holy Eucharist if you are an Orthodox Christian who has prepared yourself through fasting, prayer, and recent confession. If you are not Orthodox, or are Orthodox but have not prepared, we invite you to receive a piece of the blessed bread in the wooden bowls held by the altar servers at the front of the church.

As we approach the Nativity Fast with thoughts of sharing with others, we will be adding to our offering something initiated by Alex of eternal memory: warm hats, gloves, mittens and scarves for needy school children. Also we will continue to place gift cards on the Giving Tree as St. Nicholas Night grows near. Let us spread joy to others and therefore increase our joy in giving!
Blessing of the St. Matthew Mosaic is planned for today.

THIS WEEK

Tuesday, November 14: Bible Study at Kh. Marilyn’s home at 7:00 pm
Wednesday, November 15: Daily Vespers at 6:00 – Nativity Fast begins today.
Thursday, November 16: St. John Fellowship at the Haney’s home at 10:00 am
Thursday, November 16: Bible Study at Becky’s home 3:00 – 5:00
Saturday, November 18: Great Vespers at 5:00; Orthodoxy 101 follows.
Sunday, November 19: Matins at 9:00; Divine Liturgy at 10:00; Installation of Parish Council members and council meeting.

LOOKING AHEAD
November 22: Akathist of Thanksgiving at 6:00
November 23: Thanksgiving Feast at All Saints at 2:00
November 24: Akathist to the Protection at 6:00
December 2: All women of the church are invited to the home of Dee Haney in Mitchell, Indiana for the annual get-together. Lunch is served along with gaiety and inspiration.
December 2: St. Nicholas night begins with Great Vespers and is followed by a pitch-in, teaching, and fun for the children and the young at heart.

FAMILY NOTES

Name Day Remembrance: Stephanie H (Empress Theodora – 14th); Nolan A (St. Gregory Palamas -14th)
Memory Eternal: Fr. George Rados (15th); Michael Thelen (15th)

Prayer List: Chester; Maria; Vivian; Walter; Becky; Greg; Wilber; Emilija; Adrian (Olga’s brother); Bosa; Cathy;”For the suffering Christians of Egypt, Syria, Palestine, Iraq, & all of the Middle East, and for those suffering in Ukraine and victims of recent hurricanes, earthquakes, and attacks; Fr. Steven Rudy (cancer); Finley (infant girl); Fr. Basil; Fr. Philip; Grant (Leukemia); Chris; Doug & Dorothy Barrett; Eileen; Mary Ann & Jen; Dee and Don; Kh. Kristina; Betsy and Hannah; Leslie (paralysis); Jasmine; Deborah & Thomas; James; Becky H; Tom; Annie; Catherine; Janett; Julian; Vicki; Hoppes & Jesse Brandow (Missionaries); Natalie; Senior Saints; Patricia; Nicetas; Barb; Shirley; Metropolitan Paul, Archbishop John; Fr. John Koen; Archpriest George; Heather; Susan; Gabriella & Matt; Sara; Shelley; Geni; Emily D; Emma; Nancy; Neal; Bob R; Leanne; Beth; Lillian; Julie; Roger; Virginia; Marilyn; Eric; Cheryl; Lori; Pam; Debbie; Natasha; Michael & Shelley: Gabriel; Mary; Janet; Kelly; Matushka Raisa; Marty; Charles; Mary; Marvin, Alice; Katie; Ruth; Steve; Romaine; Derek, Claire & Micah; Tim; Sharon; Sherri; Dianna; Michael and Diane; Aaron; Brent; Jennifer; Brigid; Ethan; Lena, Dean; Gayle; Thomas; Amy; Heidi; Gene & Connie, Caleb D; Megan & Colin; Bill & Sandy; Sabrina; Christy; Pete; Phil & Barb; Tammy K

Today’s Epistle and Gospel Readings

Prokeimenon: “Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints.”
Verse: “What shall I render to the Lord for all that He has given me?” – Psalm 115:6,3

Epistle: The Reading is from St. Paul’s Second Epistle to the Corinthians. (9:6-11)
Brethren, he who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. Each one must do as he has made up his mind, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to provide you with every blessing in abundance, so that you may always have enough of everything and may provide in abundance for every good work. As it is written, “He scatters abroad, he gives to the poor; his righteousness endures forever.” He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will supply and multiply your resources and increase the harvest of your righteousness. You will be enriched in every way for great generosity, which through us will produce thanksgiving to God.

Gospel: The Reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke. (10:25-37)

At that time, a lawyer stood up to put Jesus to the test, saying, “Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?” Jesus said to him, “What is written in the Law? How do you read?” And the lawyer answered, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your strength, and with all your mind; and your neighbor as yourself.” And Jesus said to him, “You have answered right; do this, and you will live.” But the lawyer, desiring to justify himself, said to Jesus, “And who is my neighbor?” Jesus replied, “A man was going down from Jerusalem to Jericho, and he fell among robbers, who stripped him and beat him, and departed, leaving him half dead. Now by chance a priest was going down that road; and when he saw him he passed by on the other side. So likewise a Levite, when he came to the place and saw him, passed by on the other side. But a Samaritan, as he journeyed, came to where he was; and when he saw him, he had compassion, and went to him and bound up his wounds, pouring on oil and wine; then he set him on his own beast and brought him to an inn, and took care of him. And the next day he took out two denarii and gave them to the innkeeper, saying, ‘Take care of him; and whatever more you spend, I will repay you when I come back.’ Which of these three, do you think, proved neighbor to the man who fell among the robbers?” The lawyer said, “The one who showed mercy on him.” And Jesus said to him, “Go and do likewise.”

Divine Liturgy Variables

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. John the almsgiver – Tone 8
In thy patience thou hast won thy reward, O righteous father. Thou didst persevere unceasingly in prayer; thou didst love the poor, and didst provide for them in all things. Wherefore, intercede with Christ our God, O blessed John the Almsgiver, that our souls be saved.

Kontakion of the 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.