Sunday, August 20, 2017

Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost

After-feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos

Prophet Samuel; Martyr Photeini of Blachernae; Martyrs Heliodoros and Dosai of Persia

 Welcome,  incoming students and faculty at Indiana University and Ivy Tech.  

Come today to receive a blessing as the new semester begins.

 Nourishment of the Soul: “If stinginess takes hold of a person, there is no greater illness.  It is good to be thrifty, but one must be careful not to be gradually overcome by the spirit of stinginess.  Being thrifty does not mean being miserly. Once there were two housewives in the neighborhood discussing salads and vinegars, and one of them said, ‘I have very good vinegar.’ One day, the other poor woman needed some vinegar and went to ask her neighbor for some. ‘Look here,’ the other said, ‘If I were to be giving it away, I would not now have this vinegar for 7 years!'” – St. Paisios the Athonite.

Do You Know that Liberality – or generosity, is the virtue that is counter to greed – the sin of immoderate desire for earthly things. The virtue of liberality is focused not merely on the appropriate concern regarding one’s earthly things, but furthermore on generosity and a willingness to give, freely and without request for commendation.– One of the Seven Capital Virtues

The Myrrh Bearers will once again be offering a selection of “Treasures” for purchase on Sundays, September 10 and 17.  Please plan to donate like-new or gently-used home decor items, icons, jewelry & scarves, books and small household items beginning today, August 20th, and ending September 3rd. Place your donations in the bin in the hallway. The funds raised support the women’s outreach activities. Thank you for your generosity!

Coffee Hour: Contributors this Sunday are those whose last names start with G-H.

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.

Safety First: If you walk around and  into the various construction areas, please watch your step.  No children should explore unattended.

Parish Council meets today at Noon.

St. George Orthodox Church in Terre Haute is planning its 90th Parish Anniversary for Labor Day weekend. See the announcement in the hall for details.

THIS WEEK

Monday, August 21: Solar Eclipse – be prepared to protect your eyes.

Wednesday, August 23:  Daily Vespers at 6:00

Thursday, August 24: Bible Study at Becky Hrisomalos’s home – 3:00 – 5:00

Friday, August 25: 1-year memorial for Kh. Loretta Wilson at 11:00 – Memorial meal follows.

Friday, August 25: Akathist  at 6:00 – Protection of the Theotokos

Saturday, August 26: Noon Day Birthday Luncheon for Amal at All Saints. All are invited! Look for a sign-up sheet on Marcia’s office door to add  dishes to the planned meal.  A card shower is planned.

Saturday, August 26: Great Vespers at 5:00

Sunday, August 27: Matins at 9:00; Divine Liturgy at 10:00 – Myrrh Bearers meet around noon.

FAMILY NOTES

Happy Birthday: Shannon R (22nd); Karen H (23rd); Liam G (26th)

Blessed Name Day: John C (St. Oswin – 20th); Aidan G (Prophet Samuel – 20th)

Memory Eternal: Terry (1st), David; Joe (14th)

LOOKING AHEAD

August 31: Bible Study at Becky’s

August 29: Father will bless the Jordan River at IU with OCF, but all are invited – 4:00

September 3: Memorial for Dr. William Nasser (Labor Day weekend)

September 6: Orthodoxy 101 resumes each Wednesday after Daily Vespers.

October 14: Annual Festival on Fairfax

Prayer List: Adrian (Olga’s brother); Cathy;“For the suffering Christians of Egypt, Syria, Palestine, Iraq, & all of the Middle East, and for those suffering in Ukraine.”; 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; Kh. Mary Sue Walker; 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: “The Lord is my strength and my song.”

Verse: “The Lord has chastened me severely!” – Psalm 117: 14,18

Epistle: The Reading is from St. Paul’s First Letter to the Corinthians. (9:2-12)

Brethren, you are the seal of my apostleship in the Lord.  This is my defense to those who would examine me.  Do we not have the right to our food and drink?  Do we not have the right to be accompanied by a wife, as the other apostles and the brothers of the Lord and Cephas?  Or is it only Barnabas and I who have no right to refrain from working for a living?  Who serves as a soldier at his own expense?  Who plants a vineyard without eating any of its fruit?  Who tends a flock without getting some of the milk?  Do I say this on human authority?  Does not the law say the same?  For it is written in the Law of Moses, “You shall not muzzle an ox when it is treading out the grain.”  Is it for oxen that God is concerned?  Does he not speak entirely for our sake?  It was written for our sake, because the plowman should plow in hope and the thresher thresh in hope of a share in the crop.  If we have sown spiritual good among you, is it too much if we reap your material benefits?  If others share this rightful claim upon you, do not we still more?  Nevertheless, we have not made use of this right, but we endure anything rather than put an obstacle in the way of the Gospel of Christ.

Gospel: The Reading is  from the Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew.  (18:23-35)

The Lord spoke this parable: “The kingdom of heaven may be compared to a king who wished to settle accounts with his servants.  When he began the reckoning, one was brought to him who owed him ten thousand talents; and as he could not pay, his lord ordered him to be sold, with his wife and children and all that he had, and payment to be made.  So the servant fell on his knees, imploring him, ‘Lord, have patience with me, and I will pay you everything.’  And out of pity for him the lord of that servant released him and forgave him the debt.  But that same servant, as he went out, came upon one of his fellow servants who owed him a hundred denarii; and seizing him by the throat he said, ‘Pay what you owe.’  So his fellow servant fell down and besought him, ‘Have patience with me, and I will pay you.’  He refused and went and put him in prison until he should pay the debt.  When his fellow servants saw what had taken place, they were greatly distressed, and they went and reported to their lord all that had taken place.  Then his lord summoned him and said to him, ‘You wicked servant!  I forgave you all that debt because you besought me; and should not you have had mercy on your fellow servant, as I had mercy on you?’  And in anger his lord delivered him to the jailers, until he should pay all his debt.  So also My heavenly Father will do to every one of you, if you do not forgive your brother from your heart.”

Divine Liturgy Variables

Resurrectional Apolytikion – Tone 2

When Thou didst submit Thyself unto death, O Thou deathless and immortal One, then Thou didst destroy hell with Thy Godly power.  And when Thou didst raise the dead from beneath the earth, all the powers of Heaven did cry aloud unto Thee; O Christ, Thou giver of life, glory to Thee.

Apolytikion  of the Dormition – Tone 1

In thy birth-giving, O Theotokos, thou didst keep and preserve virginity; and in thy falling-asleep thou hast not forsaken the world; for thou wast translated into life, being the Mother of Life. Wherefore, by thine intercessions, deliver our souls from death.

Kontakion of the Dormition – Tone 2

Verily, the Theotokos, who is ever watchful in intercessions, and whose prayers are never rejected, neither tomb nor death could control. But since she is the Mother of Life, He Who dwelt in her ever-virgin womb did translate her to life.

Sunday, August 13, 2017

Leave-Taking of the Transfiguration of Our Lord Jesus Christ

Righteous Maximos the Confessor; Eudokia and Irene (Xenia) the Empresses; Venerable Dorotheos of Gaza and his disciple Dositheos; Repose of Tikhon, Bishop of Voreonezh and Wonderworker of Zadonsk; Uncovering of the relics of Maximos of Moscow, Fool-for-Christ

Welcome,  incoming students and faculty at Indiana University.  We are blessed by your presence.

 Nourishment of the Soul: “We have not been called to share the gossip. Rather, we have been called to share the Gospel.” – His Eminence, Metropolitan JOSEPH.

Do You Know that Meekness, or patience, is the virtue that counters the sin of unjust anger, also called wrath or rage. Where the sin of wrath is about quick temper and unnecessary vengeance, the virtue of meekness focuses on patiently seeking appropriate resolution to conflicts, and on the ability to forgive and show mercy.– One of the Seven Capital Virtues

St. Mary Orthodox Church invites you all to their Annual Bake Sale and Rummage Sale on Friday and Saturday from 8am-6pm each day, August 18th and 19th. You can find them at 102 E. Broadway in Greenwood and get a taste of home baked goods, fresh sandwiches along with the opportunity to purchase good quality goods.

 Myrrh Bearers (Women’s ministry group at All Saints) will once again be offering a selection of “Treasures” for purchase on Sundays, September 10 and 17.  What a great way to pass along some special things so that others can enjoy them!  Please plan to donate like-new or gently-used home decor items, icons, jewelry & scarves, books and small household items beginning Aug 20 and ending Sept 3 and place them in the bin in the hallway. The funds raised support the women’s outreach activities. Thank you for your generosity!

Coffee Hour: Contributors this Sunday are those whose last names start with BeF. The Fast of the Dormition is being observed.

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.

Safety First: If you walk into the construction area for the expansion, please watch your step since the floor may be strewn with wire and other hazardous materials.  No children should enter unattended.

St. George Orthodox Church in Terre Haute is planning its 90th Parish Anniversary for Labor Day weekend. See the announcement in the hall for details.

THIS WEEK

The Dormition Fast ends August 15th.

Monday, August 14: Evening Liturgy of the Dormition at 6:00

Wednesday, August 16:  Daily Vespers at 6:00

Thursday, August 17: St. John Fellowship at the Haneys in Mitchell – 10:00-Noon

Saturday, August 19: Great Vespers at 5:00

Sunday, August 20: Matins at 9:00; Divine Liturgy at 10:00 – IU students and faculty receive a blessing as the semester begins. Parish Council meets at Noon.

FAMILY NOTES

Anniversary Memories: Fr. Lucas & Pres. Stacey C (16th)

Happy Birthday: Vicki G (14th)

Blessed Name Day: Max W (13th- St. Maximos); Claudio P (13th – St. Maximos); Liam G (14th – Prophet Micah); On Holy Dormition (15th): Mary B; Kh. Marilyn; Mary Ann G; Alice Marie P

Memory Eternal: Terry

LOOKING AHEAD

August 21: Total Solar Eclipse: be prepared to protect your eyes during this infrequent solar event.

August 24 and 31: Bible Study at Becky Hrisomalos’s home resumes.

August 25: 1-year memorial for Kh. Loretta Wilson at 11:00

August 26: Noon Day Birthday Luncheon for Amal at All Saints. All are invited! Look for a sign-up sheet on Marcia’s office door to add  dishes to the planned meal.  No gifts are requested, but a card shower is a blessing to give or  to receive.

August 29: Father will bless the Jordan River at IU with OCF, but all are invited – 4:00

September 3: Memorial for Dr. William Nasser

October 14: Annual Festival on Fairfax

Prayer List: Adrian (Olga’s brother); Cathy;“For the suffering Christians of Egypt, Syria, Palestine, Iraq, & all of the Middle East, and for those suffering in Ukraine.”; 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; Kh. Mary Sue Walker; 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: “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 First Letter to the Corinthians. (4:9-16)

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

Gospel: The Reading is  from the Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew.  (17:14-23)

At that time, a man came up to Jesus and kneeling before Him said, “Lord, have mercy on my son, for he is an epileptic and he suffers terribly; for often he falls into the fire, and often into the water.  And I brought him to Thy disciples, and they could not heal him.”  And Jesus answered, “O faithless and perverse generation, how long am I to be with you?  How long am I to bear with you?  Bring him here to me.”  And Jesus rebuked him, and the demon came out of him, and the boy was cured instantly.  Then the disciples came to Jesus privately and said, “Why could we not cast it out?”  Jesus said to them, “Because you have no faith.  For truly, I say to you, if you have faith as a grain of mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move; and nothing will be impossible to you.  This kind never comes out except by prayer and fasting.” As they were traveling together through Galilee, Jesus said to them, “The Son of man is to be delivered into the hands of men, and they will kill Him, and He will rise on the third day.”

Divine Liturgy Variables

Response for Second Antiphon: Save us, O Son of God, Who wast transfigured on Mount Tabor… 

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 Transfiguration – Tone 7

When, O Christ our God, Thou wast transfigured on the mountain, Thou didst reveal Thy glory to Thy Disciples in proportion as they could bear it. Let Thine everlasting light also enlighten us sinners, through the intercessions of the Theotokos. O Thou Bestower of light, glory to Thee.

Kontakion for the Transfiguration – Tone 7

Thou wast transfigured on the mount, and Thy Disciples, in so far as they were able, beheld Thy glory, O Christ our God; so that, when they should see Thee crucified, they would remember that all Thy suffering was voluntary, and could declare to all the world that Thou art truly the effulgent Splendor of the Father.

Megalynarion of the Leave-Taking – Tone 4

Magnify, O my soul, the Lord Who wast transfigured on Mount Tabor.

Thy birth-giving, O Theotokos, has been shown free of corruption; for God did come forth from thy womb putting on flesh; and on earth did He appear, and walked among men. Wherefore, thee do we all magnify.

Koinonikon (Communion Hymn) for the Transfiguration – Tone 8

O Lord, in the light of the glory of Thy face shall we walk, and in Thy Name shall we rejoice forever. Alleluia.

Sunday, August 6, 2017

The Transfiguration of Our Lord Jesus Christ

 Visitors, we are blessed by your presence.

 Nourishment of the Soul: “Do not think about or do anything without a spiritual purpose, whereby it is done for God.  For if you travel without purpose, you shall labor in vain.” – St. Mark the Ascetic

Do You Know that grapes are blessed and distributed at the end of the Transfiguration Liturgy? The church will provide grapes, but you are also invited to add to the ‘harvest’ on the memorial table.

St. Mary Orthodox Church invites you all to their Annual Bake Sale and Rummage Sale on Friday and Saturday from 8am-6pm each day, August 18th and 19th. You can find them at 102 E. Broadway in Greenwood and get a taste of home baked goods, fresh sandwiches along with good quality goods.

Today,  On the Feast of Holy Transfiguration, students and teachers, grades PreK-12 receive a blessing as the new school year begins. This group includes those enrolled in  home school, Sunday school, and Christian school,  public school, and day care settings.

Today, there is a Festival Planning Meeting after Divine Liturgy. Curious? Come and see what is being planned and consider how you can help. The Festival is the second Saturday in October. While the festival remains the same in general, there are always new ideas proposed for the current year.

Coffee Hour: Contributors this Sunday are those whose last names start with A-Ba. The Fast of the Dormition is being observed.

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.

Eliot Ames Woodward  arrived on Sunday morning, July 9th. Parents Lisa and Phil are overjoyed and thankful. Congratulations to this beloved family in Valparaiso, Indiana.

Safety First: If you walk into the construction area for the expansion, please watch your step since the floor may be strewn with wire and other hazardous materials.  No children should enter unattended.

St. George Orthodox Church in Terre Haute is planning its 90th Parish Anniversary for Labor Day weekend. See the announcement in the hall for details.

THIS WEEK

The Dormition Fast ends August 15th.

 Tuesday, August 8: Women’s Bible Study at Kh. Marilyn’s at 7:00 pm

Wednesday, August 9:  Daily Vespers at 6:00

Friday, August 11: Paraklesis to the Mother of God at 6:00

Saturday, August 12: Great Vespers at 5:00

Sunday, August 13: Matins at 9:00; Divine Liturgy at 10:00

 FAMILY NOTES

 Anniversary Memories: Dan & Jennifer R (9th)

Happy Birthday: John C (6th); Gary G (6th); Martin G (10th); Barb G (12th)

Blessed Name Day: Martin G (St. Herman – 9th); Aaron H (St. Herman – 9th); Deacon Lawrence (Archdeacon Lawrence of Rome – 10th); Jan G (St. Susanna – 11th)

Memory Eternal: Met. Paul; Kh. Stefanie Yazge; Abigal and Joshua; Evan; Dn. Gregory; Terry

LOOKING AHEAD

August 14: Evening Liturgy of the Dormition of the Theotokos at 6:00 (Monday Evening)

August 17: St. John of Kronstadt Fellowship at the Haney’s in Mitchell

August 20: Students return to IU for classes on August 21st  and receive a blessing as the semester begins.

August 24 and 31: Bible Study at Becky Hrisomalos’s home resumes.

August 26: Noon Day Birthday Luncheon for Amal at All Saints. All are invited! Look for a sign-up sheet to add  dishes to the planned meal.  No gifts are requested, but a card shower is a blessing to give or  to receive.

August 29: Father will bless the Jordan River at IU with OCF, but all are invited – 4:00

Prayer List: Adrian (Olga’s brother); Cathy;“For the suffering Christians of Egypt, Syria, Palestine, Iraq, & all of the Middle East, and for those suffering in Ukraine.”; 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; Kh. Mary Sue Walker; 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 St. Paul’s First Letter to the Corinthians. (1:10-17)

Brethren, be the more zealous to confirm your call and election, for if you do this you will never fall; so there will be richly provided for you an entrance into the eternal kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.  Therefore, I intend always to remind you of these things, though you know them and are established in the truth that you have.  I think it right, as long as I am in this body, to arouse you by way of reminder, since I know that the putting off of my body will be soon, as our Lord Jesus Christ showed me.  And I will see to it that after my departure you may be able at any time to recall these things.  For we did not follow cleverly devised myths when we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we were eyewitnesses of his majesty.  For when He received honor and glory from God the Father and the voice was borne to Him by the Majestic Glory, “This is My beloved Son, with Whom I am well pleased,” we heard this voice borne from heaven, for we were with Him on the holy mountain.  And we have the prophetic word made surer.  You will do well to pay attention to this as to a lamp shining in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts. 

Gospel: The Reading is  from the Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew.  (17:1-9)

At that time, Jesus took with Him Peter and James and John his brother, and led them up a high mountain apart.  And He was transfigured before them, and His face shone like the sun, and His garments became white as light.  And behold, there appeared to them Moses and Elijah, talking with Him.  And Peter said to Jesus, “Lord, it is well that we are here; if Thou wilt, I will make three booths here, one for Thee and one for Moses and one for Elijah.”  He was still speaking, when lo, a bright cloud overshadowed them, and a voice from the cloud said, “This is My beloved Son, with Whom I am well pleased; hear Him.”  When the disciples heard this, they fell on their faces, and were filled with awe.  But Jesus came and touched them, saying, “Rise, and have no fear.”  And when they lifted up their eyes, they saw no one but Jesus only.  And as they were coming down the mountain, Jesus commanded them, “Tell no one the vision, until the Son of man is risen from the dead.”

Divine Liturgy Variables

Response for Second Antiphon: Save us, O Son of God, Who wast transfigured on Mount Tabor…

Entrance Hymn: Save us, O Son of God, Who wast transfigured on Mount Tabor, who sing to Thee. Alleluia.

Apolytikion of Transfiguration – Tone 7

When, O Christ our God, Thou wast transfigured on the mountain, Thou didst reveal Thy glory to Thy Disciples in proportion as they could bear it. Let Thine everlasting light also enlighten us sinners, through the intercessions of the Theotokos. O Thou Bestower of light, glory to Thee.

Kontakion for the Transfiguration – Tone 7

Thou wast transfigured on the mount, and Thy Disciples, in so far as they were able, beheld Thy glory, O Christ our God; so that, when they should see Thee crucified, they would remember that all Thy suffering was voluntary, and could declare to all the world that Thou art truly the effulgent Splendor of the Father.

Megalynarion for the Feast – Tone 8

Now hath been heard that which hath never been heard before; for the Son, Who is from the Virgin without father, hath been testified to in glory by the voice of the Father; for He Himself is God and Man together unto the end of the ages.

Koinonikon (Communion Hymn) for the Transfiguration – Tone 8

O Lord, in the light of the glory of Thy face shall we walk, and in Thy Name shall we rejoice forever. Alleluia.

Saturday, July 29, 2017 – Reader Vespers at 5:00 pm

Sunday, July 30, 2017

Eighth Sunday after Pentecost

Apostles Silas, Silvan, Crescens, Epenetos and Andronikos of the Seventy;

Hieromartyr Valentine, bishop of Terni in Italy and his disciples; John the warrior at Constantinople; Uncovering of the relics of Venerable Herman of Solovky; Angelina, Sovereign Lady of Serbia

 Visitors, we are blessed by your presence.

 There will be no Matins before the Typika today.  Deacon Lawrence has been blessed by Fr. Peter Jon to serve the eucharist during the service which begins at 10:00 and lasts about 45 minutes.

Father will return early this week, after attending the Antiochian Archdiocese  Convention in  Florida.

 Nourishment of the Soul: “Let mercy outweigh all else in you.  A hard and unmerciful heart will never be pure.” – St. Isaac the Syrian

 Icon of the Protection of the Theotokos: The goal of  $700 has been met. Thanks to all who have given!

“Check out a book from the All Saints Childrens’ Library located in the bright orange crate in the hallway.  One book per person at a time, please.  Included are picture books and chapter books for children and young adults concerning the lives of the saints, monastic life, Orthodox stories and church life. ” – Rhonda

Do You Know that children’s ebooks are available at Ancient Faith Ministries?

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.

Coffee Hour Foods: Since this is the 5th Sunday of the month, there are no contributors planned.  Feel free to place an offering on the serving table in the social hall.

Next Sunday, August 6:

…On the Feast of Holy Transfiguration, students and faculty, grades K-12 receive a blessing as the new school year begins.

… There is a Festival Planning Meeting after Divine Liturgy. Curious? Come and see what is being planned and consider how you can help. The Festival is the second Saturday in October.

THIS WEEK

The Dormition Fast begins Tuesday, August 1st and ends August 15th.

Wednesday, August 2:  Daily Vespers at 6:00

Saturday, August 5: Great Vespers at 5:00

Sunday, August 6: Matins at 9:00; Divine Liturgy at 10:00

FAMILY NOTES

Anniversary Memories: John & Lisa Al (31st); Marvin & Alice P ( 5th)

Happy Birthday: Aaron J (31st); Gala M (4th)

Blessed Name Day: Nancy J and Lydia F (3rd- St. Lydia)

Memory Eternal: Met. Paul; Kh. Stefanie Yazge; Abigal and Joshua; Evan; Dn. Gregory; Terry

LOOKING AHEAD

August 15: Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos

August 20: Students return to IU for classes on August 21st  and receive a blessing as the semester begins.

August 26: Noon Day Birthday Luncheon for Amal at All Saints. All are invited!

Prayer List: Matthew &  family; Adrian (Olga’s brother); Cathy;“For the suffering Christians of Egypt, Syria, Palestine, Iraq, & all of the Middle East, and for those suffering in Ukraine.”; 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; Kh. Mary Sue Walker; 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

Epistle: The Reading is from St. Paul’s First Letter to the Corinthians. (1:10-17)

Brethren, I appeal to you, by the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree and that there be no dissension among you, but that you be united in the same mind and the same judgment.  For it has been reported to me by Chloe’s people that there is quarreling among you, my brethren.  What I mean is that each one of you says, “I belong to Paul,” or “I belong to Apollos,” or “I belong to Cephas,” or “I belong to Christ.”  Is Christ divided?  Was Paul crucified for you?  Or were you baptized in the name of Paul?  I thank God that I baptized none of you except Crispos and Gaius; lest anyone should say that you were baptized in my name.  (I did baptize also the household of Stephanas.  Beyond that, I do not know whether I baptized anyone else.)  For Christ did not send me to baptize but to preach the Gospel, and not with eloquent wisdom, lest the cross of Christ be emptied of its power.

 Gospel: The Reading is  from the Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew.  (14:14-22)

 At that time, when Jesus went ashore he saw a great throng; and he had compassion on them, and healed their sick.  When it was evening, the disciples came to Him and said, “This is a lonely place, and the day is now over; send the crowds away to go into the villages and buy food for themselves.”  Jesus said, “They need not go away; you give them something to eat.”  They said to Him, “We have only five loaves here and two fish.”  And He said, “Bring them here to Me.”  Then He ordered the crowds to sit down on the grass; and taking the five loaves and the two fish He looked up to Heaven, and blessed, and broke and gave the loaves to the disciples, and the disciples gave them to the crowds.  And they all ate and were satisfied.  And they took up twelve baskets full of the broken pieces left over.  And those who ate were about five thousand men, besides women and children.  Then Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go before Him to the other side, while He dismissed the crowds.

Typika 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 for the Transfiguration – Tone 7

Thou wast transfigured on the mount, and Thy Disciples, in so far as they were able, beheld Thy glory, O Christ our God; so that, when they should see Thee crucified, they would remember that all Thy suffering was voluntary, and could declare to all the world that Thou art truly the effulgent Splendor of the Father.

Sunday, July 23, 2017

Seventh Sunday after Pentecost

Hieromartyr Phocas, bishop of Sinope; Hieromartyrs Apollinaris and Vitalis, bishops of Ravenna; Martyr Apollonius of Rome; Holy Prophet Ezekiel

 Visitors, we are blessed by your presence.

 Nourishment of the Soul: Chastity is the counter-virtue to the sin of lust. Chastity embraces moral wholesomeness and purity, and in both thought and action treats God’s gift of sexuality with due reverence and respect. (One of the Seven Capital Virtues)

 Icon of the Protection of the Theotokos: Icon of the Protection of the Theotokos: So far, $601 has been given toward the painting of an 11×17 icon of the Protection of the Theotokos.  Our goal is $700 – Just $99 is left! Thanks to all who have given!

Women’s Care Center:  Donations can be made to All Saints to be sent or may be given to Patricia Finchum, representing Orthodox Christians for Life. See the bulletin board for more information.

Housekeeping: One more Sunday is left to reclaim the leftover dishes in the hallway.

“Check out a book from the All Saints Childrens’ Library located in the bright orange crate in the hallway.  One book per person at a time, please.  Included are picture books and chapter books for children and young adults concerning the lives of the saints, monastic life, Orthodox stories and church life. ” – Rhonda

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.

Coffee Hour Foods: Contributors this Sunday are those whose last names start with I-Z.

The Parish Council meets today in Father’s office.

THIS WEEK

Father attends the Antiochian Archdiocese  Convention in  Florida.

 Wednesday, July 26: No Daily Vespers

Friday, July 28: Akathist to the Protection of the Theotokos at 6:00

Saturday, July 29: Reader Vespers at 5:00

Sunday, July 30: Matins at 9:00; Divine Liturgy at 10:00 – Myrrh Bearers meet.

 FAMILY NOTES

Anniversary Memories: Eleventh Anniversary of the Gillquists at All Saints! (23rd)

Happy Birthday: Mallory Finchum (23rd); Thomas Mobley (26th)

Blessed Name Day: Kh. Kristina G (Christina, the Great Martyr – 24th); St. Anna’s Dormition – 25th – Kaylie F; Cora B; Ariana V; Patricia F; Amber S

Memory Eternal: Met. Paul; Kh. Stefanie Yazge; Abigal and Joshua; Evan; Dn. Gregory

LOOKING AHEAD

August 1: The Dormition Fast begins.

August 6: There is a Festival Planning Meeting; Curious? Come and see what is being planned and consider how you can help.

August 6: On the Feast of Holy Transfiguration, students and faculty, grades K-12 receive a blessing as the new school year begins.

August 20: Students return to IU for classes on August 21st – Receive a blessing as the semester begins.

August 26: Women’s Tea at All Saints

Prayer List: Matthew &  family; Adrian (Olga’s brother); Cathy;“For the suffering Christians of Egypt, Syria, Palestine, Iraq, & all of the Middle East, and for those suffering in Ukraine.”; 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; Kh. Mary Sue Walker; 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.; Terry Lee Pope & Susan

 Today’s Epistle and Gospel Readings

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

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

Epistle: The Reading is from St. Paul’s Letter to the Romans. (15:1-7)

Brethren, we who are strong ought to bear with the failings of the weak, and not to please ourselves; let each of us please his neighbor for his good, to edify him. For Christ did not please himself; but, as it is written, “The reproaches of those who reproached thee fell on me.” For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, that by steadfastness and by the encouragement of the scriptures, we might have hope. May the God of steadfastness and encouragement grant you to live in such harmony with one another, in accord with Christ Jesus, so that together you may with one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. Welcome one another, therefore, as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God.

Gospel: The Reading is  from the Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew.  (9:27-35)

At that time, as Jesus passed on from there, two blind men followed him, crying aloud: “Have mercy on us, Son of David.” When He entered the house, the blind men came to Him; and Jesus said to them, “Do you believe that I am able to do this?” They said to Him, “Yes, Lord.” Then He touched their eyes, saying, “According to your faith be it done to you.” And their eyes were opened. And Jesus sternly charged them, “See that no one knows it.” But they went away and spread His fame through all that district. As they were going away, behold, a dumb demoniac was brought to Him. And when the demon had been cast out, the dumb man spoke; and the crowds marveled, saying, “Never was anything like this seen in Israel.” But the Pharisees said, “He casts out demons by the prince of demons.” And Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every disease and every infirmity.

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.

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.