Sunday, October 8, 2017
Righteous Mother Pelagia, the Penitent of Antioch
Martyr Pelagia the Virgin of Antioch; Venerable Thaïs of Egypt;
New-martyr Ignatius of Prodromou Skete on Athos;
Venerable Philotheos, patriarch of Constantinople; Martyr Ignatius the monk of Bulgaria

We warmly welcome all who are visiting today. We’re thankful you can be with us.
Also we invite you to attend or to work at our annual festival.
You will find joy, while being part of this parish working together in fellowship.

Nourishment of the Soul: “Only where Christ dwells is there blessedness. Where Christ blesses, there is heavenly repose. Where Christ turns His benevolent gaze, there is inexpressible true joy. Christ, with His unceasing love for us and His great humility, loves us and invisibly reproves us and reminds us through His miracles that there is life in the Kingdom of Heaven.” – St. Raphael of Lesvos

Food Pantry: Please continue to make donations by putting food in Marcia’s office or in the kitchen freezer. The need is ongoing as the recent donations are almost exhausted!

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

Parishioner in the News: Attorney Adrian Polit has been chosen to provide legal aid for survivors of domestic violence by the philanthropic group 100+ Women Who Care. Axios!(Article in the hall.)

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

October 16: World Food Day – Non-perishable/canned food drive continues in our parish.
October 21: Orthodoxy 101 will switch to 6:00pm, Saturdays, beginning on this date.
October 22: Baptism of Eliot Woodward, infant son of Phil and Lisa
November 12: Annual Parish Business Meeting

FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS for THIS WEEK

Wednesday, October 11: Festival Tents and chairs arrive at 10:00.
Friday, 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.)
Saturday, October 14: Annual Festival on Fairfax – 11:00 – 5:00
Saturday, October 14: Listen on Spirit 95 radio as festival goers are interviewed right here on our parking lot from 10 am until noon. Maybe you will get your moment of radio fame as Bloomington hears about fun, food, and faith awaiting them at 6004 South Fairfax Road!

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

Tuesday, October 10: Bible Study at Kh. Marilyn’s home at 7:00
Wednesday, October 11: Daily Vespers at 6:00; Orthodoxy 101 follows.
Thursday, October 12: Bible Study at Becky’s home 3:00 – 5:00
Friday, October 13: Festival set-up activities inside and outside 9:30-5:00
Saturday, October 13: Annual Festival 11:00- 5:00 – Great Vespers at 5:00
Sunday, October 15: Matins at 9:00; Divine Liturgy at 10:00

FAMILY NOTES

Birthday Blessings: Ray L (10th); Brice M (11th); Taylor S (12th); Dn. Lucian S (14th)
Name Day Remembrance: Averi Vicion (St. Philonella – 11th)
Memory Eternal: Steven (16th); Bp. ANTOUN (3rd); John (3rd)

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, 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); 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: “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 Second Letter 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. (7:11-16)

At that time, Jesus went to a city called Nain, and many of His disciples and a great crowd went with Him. As He drew near to the gate of the city, behold, a man who had died was being carried out, the only son of his mother, and she was a widow; and a large crowd from the city was with her. And when the Lord saw her, He had compassion on her and said to her, “Do not weep.” And He came and touched the bier, and the bearers stood still. And Jesus said, “Young man, I say to you, arise.” And the dead man sat up, and began to speak. And Jesus gave him to his mother. Fear seized them all; and they glorified God, saying, “A great prophet has arisen among us!” and “God has visited His people!”

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.

Apolytikion of St. Pelagia, the Righteous – Tone 8
Through thee, the divine likeness was securely preserved, O mother Pelagia; 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, 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.