Sunday, October 1, 2017
Apostle Ananias of the Seventy, first bishop of Damascus
& Righteous Father Romanos the Melodist
Martyr Domninos of Thessalonica; Venerable John Koukouzelis & Gregory the Domestikos of the Great Lavra on Athos; Venerable Sabbas of Vishera in Russia

We warmly welcome all who are visiting today.
While we are still under construction for a couple of weeks, we’re thankful you can be with us.

Nourishment of the Soul: “If you completely fulfill the command to love your neighbor, you will feel no bitterness or resentment against him whatever he does. If this is not the case, then the reason you fight against you brother is clearly that you seek after transitory things and prefer them to the commandment of love.” – St. Maximos the Confessor

The Festival Committee meets around 11:50.

Do You Know that the Festival on Fairfax needs your support since it is a whole church event? You might help set up on October 13th or beginning early at 8:00 on Saturday, October 14th. You might bring baked goods on Friday, put out signs, or pass out programs as people arrive. You might stand by the inflatable slide and help children remember to use the slide safely, or find a job indoors or outdoors. You might find your schedule is tight, and can only attend or work a briefly. However much time you can invest in the festival, there are many opportunities to serve. You will find joy while being part of the parish working together in fellowship.

Food Pantry: Please continue to make donations by putting food in Marcia’s office or in the kitchen freezer. The need is ongoing, throughout the year.

Coffee Hour: Scheduled contributors this Sunday are those whose last names start 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.

THIS WEEK
October is Youth Month so our youth will read the epistle each Sunday and usher.

Wednesday, October 4: Daily Vespers at 6:00; Orthodoxy 101 follows.
Thursday, October 5: Bible Study at Becky’s home 3:00 – 5:00
Saturday, October 7: Great Vespers at 5:00
Sunday, October 8: Matins at 9:00; Divine Liturgy at 10:00 – Clergy Appreciation Sunday

LOOKING AHEAD

October 11: Festival Tents and chairs arrive at 10:00.
October 13: Festival indoor and outdoor set-up activities from 9:30-5:00. Donated baked goods are labeled and displayed. (Work all day or come as your schedule permits.)
October 14: Annual Festival on Fairfax – 11:00 – 5:00
October 21: Orthodoxy 101 will switch to 6:00pm, Saturdays, beginning on this date.

FAMILY NOTES

Birthday Blessings: Leanne B (3rd); Sharon K (3rd); Van L (5th); Don Haney (6th) Mikaela H (7th)
Name Day Remembrance: Charles C (Apostle Thomas – 6th)
Memory Eternal: Heather; Kh. Mary Sue Walker (27th); Steven (16th)

Prayer List: 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 and earthquakes; 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); Vivian; 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; Marcia

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 Second Letter to the Corinthians. (6:16-7:1)

Brethren, we are the temple of the living God; as God said, “I will live in them and move among them, and I will be their God, and they shall be My people. Therefore, come out from them, and be separate from them,” says the Lord, “and touch nothing unclean; then I will welcome you, and I will be a father to you, and you shall be My sons and daughters, says the Lord Almighty.” Since we have these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from every defilement of body and spirit, and make holiness perfect in the fear of God.

Gospel: The Reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke. (6:31-36)

The Lord said: “As you wish that men would do to you, do so to them. If you love those who love you, what credit is that to you? For even sinners love those who love them. And if you do good to those who do good to you, what credit is that to you? For even sinners do the same. And if you lend to those from whom you hope to receive, what credit is that to you? Even sinners lend to sinners, to receive as much again. But love your enemies, and do good, and lend, expecting nothing in return; and your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High; for He is kind to the ungrateful and the selfish. Be merciful, even as your Father is merciful.”

Divine Liturgy 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.

Apolytikion of St. Ananias – Tone 3
O holy Apostle Ananias, intercede with our merciful God to grant our souls forgiveness of sins.

Apolytikion of St. Romanos – Tone 8
Through thee, the divine likeness was securely preserved, O Father Romanos; for thou didst carry the cross and follow Christ. By example and precept, thou didst teach us to ignore the body, because it is perishable, and to attend to the concerns of the undying soul. Therefore, doth thy soul rejoice with the angels.

Kontakion for Ordinary Sundays – Tone 2
O Undisputed intercessor of Christians, O Mediatrix who is unrejected by the Creator; turn not away from 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 intercessions, O Theotokos, who didst ever intercede for those who honor thee.

Sunday, September 24, 2017

Proto-martyr Thekla, Equal-to-the-Apostles; Venerable Silouan of Athos

Commemoration of the wonder-working icon of the Theotokos of the Myrtle Tree;

New-martyr Ahmed; Venerable Nicander of Pskov; the Synaxis of All Saints of Alaska

We warmly welcome all who are visiting today. While we are still under construction for a couple of weeks, we’re thankful you can be with us for our first liturgy in our expanded worship space.

 Nourishment of the Soul:  “Thirst after Jesus, and He will satisfy you with His love.” – St. Isaac the Syrian

Hurricane Appeal: Today is the final Sunday we will place a basket for Hurricane relief. Give generously as you are able. Make checks payable to All Saints.  Our total thus far is $980.

Do You Know that Diligence or persistence, is the virtue which acts as a counter to the sin of sloth. Sloth, as a capital sin, refers to laziness in matters of Faith. Diligence in matters of the spiritual life,  combats laziness. This virtue is manifest in appropriately zealous attitudes toward living and sharing the Faith. One of the Seven Capital Virtues

 Food Pantry: Thank you for helping us restock. Please continue to make donations by putting food in Marcia’s office or in the kitchen freezer. The need is ongoing, throughout the year.

Coffee Hour: A pitch-in is scheduled for today as we give our college students an official welcome to All Saints. Myrrh Bearers and the OCF (Orthodox Christian Fellowship) have coordinated to present gifts and cookies for our students.

 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.

The 10th Annual Buddy Walk will be today, Sunday, September 24 at 1:00 at the Monroe County Fairgrounds. Registration opens at 1:00 with fun for the whole family including carnival games, a photo booth, inflatables, bounce house, karaoke, and food trucks. At 3:30 all games and activities will close and assembly before the Walk begins. At 4:00, Buddy Walk begins, rain or shine. Hope to see you there! – Missy Shahadey

News from the Myrrh Bearers

…Many thanks for your generous donations to the Myrrh Bearers as you made selections from our recent Treasures Table.  We received  $262 in donations!  – Rhonda

…The Myrrh Bearers meet today around noon.

 THIS WEEK

Wednesday, September 27: Daily Vespers at 6:00;  Orthodoxy 101 follows.

Thursday, September 28: Bible Study at Becky’s is cancelled on this date.

Friday, September 29: Annual Orthodox Christians for Life meal following the Akathist to the Protection of the Theotokos at 6:00. Fr. Jerome Sanderson is the guest speaker.

Saturday, September 30: Myrrh Bearers will have a baklava baking day to prepare for the Festival.

Saturday, September 30: Great Vespers at 5:00

Sunday, October 1: Matins at 9:00; Divine Liturgy at 10:00  Festival Committee meets around 11:50.

LOOKING AHEAD

October is Youth Month. Our youth will read the epistle each Sunday and usher.

October 11: Festival Tents arrive at 10:00.

October 13: Festival indoor and outdoor set-up activities from 9:30-5:00. Donated baked goods are labeled and displayed. (Work all day or come as your schedule permits.)

October 14: Annual Festival on Fairfax – 11:00 – 5:00

FAMILY NOTES

We have no special events on the church calendar for this week. If you have not given Marcia dates for anniversaries, birthdays, or name days, or if we have incorrect information, please email her at Lbald3368@aol.com.

Memory Eternal: Heather; Kh. Mary Sue Walker (27th)

Prayer List: Becky; Greg; Wilber (+ successful surgery); 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 Hurricanes, Harvey, Irma and Mary”; 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); Vivian; 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

   Today’s Epistle and Gospel Readings

Prokeimenon: “God is wondrous among His saints.”

Verse: “Bless ye God in the congregations!” – Psalm 67:35,26

Epistle: The Reading is from  St. Paul’s Second Epistle to Timothy. (3:10-15)

(For St. Thekla)

             Timothy, my son, you have observed my teaching, my conduct, my aim in life, my faith, my patience, my love, my steadfastness, my persecutions, my sufferings, what befell me at Antioch, at Iconium, and at Lystra. What persecutions I endured!  Yet from them all, the Lord rescued me.  Indeed, all, who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted, while evil men and impostors will go on from bad to worse, deceivers and deceived.  But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have firmly believed, knowing from whom you learned it and how from childhood you have been acquainted with the sacred writings, which are able to instruct you for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.

Gospel: The Reading is from the Holy Gospel according St. Luke. (5:1-11)

(For the First Sunday of Luke)

At that time, Jesus was standing by the lake of Gennesaret.  And He saw two boats by the lake; but the fishermen had gone out of them and were washing their nets.  Getting into one of the boats, which was Simon’s, Jesus asked him to put out a little from the land.  And He sat down and taught the people from the boat.  And when Jesus had finished speaking, He said to Simon, “Put out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch.”  And Simon answered, “Master, we toiled all night and took nothing!  But at Thy word I will let down the nets.”  And when they had done this, they enclosed a great shoal of fish; and as their nets were breaking, they beckoned to their partners in the other boat to come and help them.  And they came and filled both the boats, so that they began to sink.  But when Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, “Depart from me, for I am a sinful man, O Lord.”  For he was astonished, and all that were with him, at the catch of fish, which they had taken; and so also were James and John, sons of Zebedee, who were partners with Simon.  And Jesus said to Simon, “Do not be afraid; henceforth you will be catching men.”  And when they had brought their boats to land, they left everything and followed Him.

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.

Apolytikion of St. Thekla, the Proto-Martyr – Tone 3  (By Cyril, Patriarch of Constantinople, 1813)

O glorious Thekla, companion of Paul the divine, thou wast enflamed with the love of thy Creator, by the teaching of the divine preacher. Thou didst despise the passing earthly pleasures, and offered thyself to God as an acceptable and pleasing sacrifice, disregarding all suffering. Intercede with Christ thy Groom to grant us His Great Mercy.

Apolytikion of  St. Silouan, the Athonite – Tone 4

By prayer thou didst receive Christ as thy teacher in the way of humility, and the Spirit bore witness to salvation in thy heart. Wherefore, all peoples called unto hope, rejoice in this day of thy memorial, O sacred Father Silouan. Pray unto Christ our God for the salvation of our souls.

Kontakion for Ordinary Sundays – Tone 2

O Undisputed intercessor of Christians, O Mediatrix who is unrejected by the Creator; turn not away from 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 intercessions, O Theotokos, who didst ever intercede for those who honor thee.

Sunday, September 17, 2017
Sunday after the Elevation of the Holy Cross
Martyrs Sophia and her daughters Faith, Love and Hope;
Martyr Agathokleia; Hieromartyrs Heracleides and Myron, Bishops of Tamasus in Cyprus;
Venerable Anastasios Peristeron of Cyprus; Euxiphios of Cyprus, the bishop

Welcome visitors. We are honored by your company.

Nourishment of the Soul: “Prayer rises to heaven, and immediately God’s mercy descends upon the earth.”
St. Augustine of Hippo

Hurricane Appeal: Special collections continue throughout September for those in the affected areas. Give generously as you are able. Make checks payable to All Saints. Our total thus far is $805. (Check antiochian.org for updates.)

Do You Know that the Virtue of Temperance or Abstinence counters the sin of gluttony? To be gluttonous is to over-indulge. On the opposite hand, the virtue of temperance is centered on self-control and moderation. One of the Seven Capital Virtues

Food Pantry: The shelves are starting to fill, but please continue to restock. Donate as you are able: peanut butter, cereal, hotdogs, frozen entrees, chicken, green beans, name brand soup, canned meat/ fish, boxed macaroni and cheese.. Donations to the charitable fund are accepted at all times. Please put food donations in Marcia’s office or the freezer.

Coffee Hour: Scheduled contributors this Sunday are those whose last names start with G-H; however you may contribute as you are able.

News from the Myrrh Bearers
…This Sunday will be your last opportunity to shop at the Myrrh Bearers’ treasure table in the hallway. Please take the time to look over the wonderful items that have been donated, and see if any are calling to you!
Please hold any further donations of items until October 8 when we will be preparing another display for the festival on Fairfax.
…College Sunday: Next Sunday, the Myrrh Bearers and the entire church welcome our College Students with a meal and a few gifts. It is All Saints’ way of saying we enjoy being your church family while you are away from yours.

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.

There is a Parish Council meeting today around noon.

THIS WEEK

Wednesday, September 13: Daily Vespers at 6:00; Orthodoxy 101 follows.
Thursday, September 21: St. John Fellowship in Mitchell at the Haney’s home – 10:00 – Noon
Thursday, September 21: Bible Study at Becky Hrisomalos’s home – 3:00 – 5:00
Saturday, September 23: Great Vespers at 5:00
Sunday, September 24: Matins at 9:00; Divine Liturgy at 10:00 – Myrrh Bearers meet. + College welcome Meal.

LOOKING AHEAD

September 29: Annual Orthodox Christians for Life meal following the Akathist to the Protection of the Theotokos
October 14: Annual Festival on Fairfax – 11:00 – 5:00

FAMILY NOTES

Happy Birthday: John L (17th); Stephanie H (18th); Catherine G (19th)
Memory Eternal, Alex John on his name day (23rd)
Blessed Name Day: St. Sophia (17th) – Sophia Bender; Geni Gritton; Kiya Crandall
Memory Eternal: David; Heather; Kh. Mary Sue Walker (27th)

Prayer List: Becky; Greg; Wilber (difficult surgery); 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 Hurricanes, Harvey and Irma”; 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); Vivian; 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: “O Lord, how manifold are Thy works. In Wisdom hast Thou made them all.”
Verse: “Bless the Lord, O my soul!” – Psalm 103:24,1

Epistle: The Reading is from the Epistle of St. Paul to the Galatians. (2:16-20)
(For the Sunday after the Elevation of the Holy Cross)
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.

Gospel: The Reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Mark. (8:34-9:1)
(For the Sunday after the Elevation of the Holy Cross)

The Lord said, “If any man would come after Me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow Me. For whoever would save his life will lose it; and whoever loses his life for My sake and the Gospel’s will save it. For what does it profit a man, to gain the whole world and forfeit his soul? For what can a man give in return for his soul? For whoever is ashamed of Me and of My words in this adulterous and sinful generation, of him will the Son of man also be ashamed, when He comes in the glory of His Father with the holy angels.” And He said to them, “Truly, I say to you, there are some standing here who will not taste death before they see the Kingdom of God come with power.”

Divine Liturgy Variables

Second Antiphon
Refrain: Save us, O Son of God, Who wast crucified in the flesh; who sing to Thee. Alleluia.

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 the Elevation of the Holy Cross – Tone 1
O Lord, save Thy people and bless Thine inheritance, granting to Thy people victory over all their adversaries, and by the power of Thy Cross preserving Thine estate.

Kontakion of the Elevation of the Holy Cross – Tone 4
Do Thou, Who of Thine own good will was lifted up upon the Cross, O Christ our God, bestow Thy bounties upon the new Nation which is called by Thy Name; make glad in Thy might those who lawfully govern, that with them we may be led to victory over our adversaries, having in Thine aid a weapon of peace and a trophy invincible.

Sunday, September 10, 2017

Sunday before the Elevation of the Holy Cross

After-feast of the Nativity of the Theotokos

Martyrs Menodora, Metrodora and Nymphodora of Bithynia; Empress Pulcheria; Peter, bishop of Nicaea

Welcome visitors.  We are honored by your company.

Today is Grandparent’s Day!

 Nourishment of the Soul: “But we all, with unveiled face,  beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory, just as by the Spirit of the Lord.” – 2 Corinthians 3:18

Hurricane Harvey Appeal: Special collections  throughout the month of September will be forwarded to our parishes to alleviate a little of the pain and suffering of the good people of the affected area. Give generously as you are able. Make checks payable to All Saints.  Last week’s appeal at All Saints raised $550. (Check antiochian.org for updates.)

Do You Know that Kindness or Brotherly Love or Love for One’s Neighbor, is the virtue which counters the sin of envy. Envy, in contradiction to God’s law of love, is manifest in a person’s sorrow and distress over the good fortune of another person. Conversely, kindness and brotherly love is manifest in the unprejudiced, compassionate and charitable concern for others.  One of the Seven Capital Virtues

Congratulations to April Blair who received a scholarship from the Antiochian Women as she begins graduate studies! Axios!

Food Pantry: The shelves are nearly empty! Please donate as you are able: peanut butter, cereal, hotdogs, frozen entrees, chicken, green beans, name brand soup, canned meat/ fish, boxed mac and cheese, and pasta/  pasta sauce. Donations to the charitable fund are accepted at all times. Please put food donations in Marcia’s office or the freezer.

Coffee Hour: Scheduled contributors this Sunday are those whose last names start with Be-F; however you may contribute as you are able.

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.

News from the Myrrh Bearers

The Myrrh Bearers “Treasures” are in the hallway this week and next. Prices are left to your discretion. Income supports the women’s outreach activities. Thank you for your generosity!

There is a festival meeting today.

THIS WEEK

Tuesday, September 12: Bible Study at Kh. Marilyn’s home 7:00-8:30

Wednesday, September 13: The Elevation of the Holy Cross Vesperal Liturgy at 6:00; Orthodoxy 101 follows. Father Peter’s topic: “The Cross of Christ in World History.”

Thursday, September 14: Bible Study at Becky Hrisomalos’s home – 3:00 – 5:00

Saturday, September 16: Great Vespers at 5:00

Sunday, September 17: Matins at 9:00; Divine Liturgy at 10:00 – Parish Council meets around noon.

LOOKING AHEAD

September 24: College Student Welcome Meal – We are blessed year after year by our students.

September 29: Annual Orthodox Christians for Life meal following the Akathist to the Protection of the Theotokos

October 14: Annual Festival on Fairfax

FAMILY NOTES

Anniversary Memories: Matthew & Gabby C (11th); Subdeacon Daniel & Linda B (12th)

Happy Birthday: Elena R (10th); Felicity A (11th); John A (12th)

Blessed Name Day: Steve B (St. Cornelius – 13th)

Memory Eternal: David; Joe (14th); Heather; Kh. Mary Sue Walker (27th)

Prayer List: Fr. Peter Jon; 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 Hurricane Harvey”; 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); Vivian; 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

Today’s Epistle and Gospel Readings

Prokeimenon: “O Lord, save Thy people and bless Thine inheritance.”

Verse: “To Thee, O Lord, I have cried, O my God!” – Psalm 27:9,1

Epistle: The Reading is from the Epistle of St. Paul to the Galatians. (6:11-18)

(For the Sunday before the Elevation of the Holy Cross)

                Brethren, see with what large letters I am writing to you with my own hand.  It is those who want to make a good showing in the flesh that would compel you to be circumcised and only in order that they may not be persecuted for the cross of Christ.  For even those who receive circumcision do not themselves keep the Law, but they desire to have you circumcised that they may glory in your flesh.  But far be it from me to glory except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by which the world has been crucified to me and I to the world.  For neither circumcision counts for anything, nor uncircumcision, but a new creation.  Peace and mercy be upon all, who walk by this rule, upon the Israel of God.  Henceforth let no man trouble me; for I bear on my body the marks of Jesus.  The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit, brethren.  Amen.

Gospel: The Reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. John. (3:13-17)

(For the Sunday before the Elevation of the Holy Cross)

The Lord said, “No one has ascended into heaven but He who descended from heaven, the Son of man.  And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, so must the Son of man be lifted up, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life.  For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life.  For God sent His Son into the world, not to condemn the world, but that the world might be saved through Him.”

Divine Liturgy Variables

Resurrectional Apolytikion – Tone 5

Let us believers praise and worship the Word; co-eternal 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 the Nativity of the Theotokos – Tone

Thy nativity, O Theotokos, hath proclaimed joy to the whole world; for from thee hath dawned the Sun of Righteousness, Christ our God, annulling the curse and bestowing the blessing, abolishing death and granting us life everlasting.

Kontakion of the Nativity of the Theotokos – Tone 4

Joachim and Anna were freed from the reproach of childlessness, and Adam and Eve from the corruption of death, O immaculate one, by thy holy Nativity, which thy people, redeemed from the guilt of offenses, celebrate by crying to thee: The barren woman giveth birth to the Theotokos, the nourisher of our life.

Sunday, September 3, 2017

Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Hieromartyr Anthimos of Nicomedia & VenerableTheoktistos, fellow ascetic with Euthymios the Great

Martyr Chariton; New-martyr Polydoros of Cyprus; Phoebe the deaconess of Cenchreae;

Righteous Basilissa of Nicomedia; Ioanikios I, patriarch of Serbia

Welcome visitors.  We are honored by your company.

 Nourishment of the Soul: “Finally Brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report; if there is any virtue, and it there is anything  praiseworthy, meditate on these things.” –  Philippians 4:8

Hurricane Harvey Appeal: Special collections  throughout the month of September will be forwarded to our parishes to alleviate a little of the pain and suffering of the good people of the affected area. Give generously as you are able. Make checks payable to All Saints. (Bishop JOSEPH’s appeal is attached to the printed bulletin. Check antiochian.org for updates.)

Do You Know that Humility is the Virtue that Counters Pride? As pride leads to other sin, true humility clears a path for holiness. Pride is a sin based on undue and inappropriate appreciation of one’s self worth. Conversely, the virtue of humility is about modest behavior, selflessness and the giving of respect.  One of the Seven Capital Virtues

 Outdoor helpers needed: With the recent widening of the south driveway, much old broken glass was unearthed and remains exposed on top of the freshly turned soil on the northern side of the drive. A group met on Saturday at 4pm, but others may need to meet today following the Divine Liturgy.  This will make our property safer for our children and enable us to effectively seed and straw the area.

 Food Pantry: The shelves are nearly empty! Please donate as you are able: peanut butter, cereal, hotdogs, frozen entrees, chicken, green beans, name brand soup, pasta, and pasta sauce. We have corn. Donations to the charitable fund are accepted at all times.

News from the Myrrh Bearers

…The Myrrh Bearers “Treasures” will be available for purchase on September 10th and 17th.  Donations of like-new or gently-used home decor items, icons, jewelry & scarves, books and small household items are being received today. Place donations in the bins in the hallway. Income supports the women’s outreach activities. Thank you for your generosity!

Coffee Hour: Scheduled contributors this Sunday are those whose last names start with A-Ba; however you may contribute as you are able.

Today there is a Memorial for Dr. William Nasser.

THIS WEEK

Monday, September 4: Labor Day

Wednesday, September 6: Daily Vespers at 6:00; Orthodoxy 101 at6:45 – Fr. Peter Jon will present

 “The Church:  Bride, Body, Ark, and Hospital.”

Thursday, September 7: Bible Study at Becky Hrisomalos’s home – 3:00 – 5:00

Thursday, September 7: Vesperal Liturgy of the Nativity of the Theotokos at 6:00

Friday, September 8: Remember Fr. Peter Jon in prayer during this day of his eye surgery.

Saturday, September 9: Great Vespers at 5:00

Sunday, September 10: Matins at 9:00; Divine Liturgy at 10:00 – Grandparent’s Day

LOOKING AHEAD

September 10-17: Visit the Table of Treasures in the hallway.

September 14: Feast of the Elevation of the Holy Cross

September 24: College Student Welcome Meal

October 14: Annual Festival on Fairfax

FAMILY NOTES

Happy Birthday: Andrew L (6th); Braylan S (6th)

Blessed Name Day: Mary Ann G (Theotokos – 8th); St. Anna – 9th Ari V,  Lilly B, Cora B, Amber S, and  Patricia F; St. Joachim – 9th Daniel R and Braylan S

Memory Eternal: Terry (1st), David; Joe (14th); Heather; Kh. Mary Sue Walker (27th)

Prayer List: 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 as victims of Hurricane Harvey”; 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); Vivian; 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

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.

 Today’s Epistle and Gospel Readings

Prokeimenon: “O Lord, how marvelous are Thy works. In wisdom hast Thou made them all.”

Verse: “Bless the Lord, O my soul!” – Psalm 103:24,1

Epistle: The Reading is from St. Paul’s First Letter to the Corinthians. (16:13-24)

Brethren, be watchful, stand firm in your faith, be courageous, and be strong. Let all that you do be done in love. Now, brethren, you know that the household of Stephanas were the first converts in Achaia, and they have devoted themselves to the service of the saints; I urge you to be subject to such men and to every fellow worker and laborer. I rejoice at the coming of Stephanas and Fortunatus and Achaicus, because they have made up for your absence; for they refreshed my spirit as well as yours. Give recognition to such men. The churches of Asia send greetings. Aquila and Prisca, together with the church in their house, send you hearty greetings in the Lord. All the brethren send greetings. Greet one another with a holy kiss. I, Paul, write this greeting with my own hand. If anyone has no love for the Lord, let him be accursed.  Our Lord, come! The grace of the Lord Jesus be with you. My love be with you all in Christ Jesus. Amen. 

Gospel: The Reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew.  (21:33-42) 

The Lord spoke this parable: “There was a householder who planted a vineyard, and set a hedge around it, and dug a wine press in it, and built a tower, and let it out to tenants, and went into another country.  When the season of fruit drew near, he sent his servants to the tenants, to get his fruit; and the tenants took his servants and beat one, killed another, and stoned another.  Again he sent other servants, more than the first; and they did the same to them.  Afterward he sent his son to them, saying, ‘They will respect my son.’  But when the tenants saw the son, they said to themselves, ‘This is the heir; come, let us kill him and have his inheritance.’  And they took him and cast him out of the vineyard, and killed him.  When therefore the owner of the vineyard comes, what will he do to those tenants?”  They said to him, “He will put those wretches to a miserable death, and let out the vineyard to other tenants who will give him the fruits in their seasons.”  Jesus said to them, “Have you never read in the Scriptures: ‘The very stone which the builders rejected has become the head of the corner; this was the Lord’s doing, and it is marvelous in our eyes?’”

Divine Liturgy Variables

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 for St. Anthimos – Tone 1

O godly-minded Anthimos, as a staunch defender * of thy flock, thou eagerly sheddest thy blood for its protection. * Unbending and wholly unafraid * of all thine adversaries’ fearful threats, * thou rejoicest now in Heaven, standing before * the throne of the Three-Sun Godhead. * Glory to Christ Who hath given thee strength. * Glory to thy manly bravery. * Glory to thy patient endurance in martyrdom.

Apolytikion  for St. Theoktistos – Tone 8

The barren wilderness thou didst make fertile with the streams of thy tears; and by thy deep sighing thou hast given fruit through thy struggles a hundredfold. Accordingly, thou hast become a star for the universe, sparkling with miracles. Therefore, O righteous Father Theoktistos, intercede with Christ God to save our souls.

Kontakion of the Nativity of the Theotokos – Tone 4

By thy holy nativity, O pure one, Joachim and Anna were delivered from the reproach of barrenness; and Adam and Eve were delivered from the corruption of death; thy people do celebrate it, having been saved from the stain of iniquity, crying unto thee: The barren doth give birth to the Theotokos, who nourisheth our life.