Sunday, October 30, 2016
Fifth Sunday of Luke
The Holy Martyrs Zenobius and Zenobia; Apostles Cleopas and Artemas of the Seventy;
Venerable Joseph and Kyriakos, patriarchs of Constantinople;
Therapont and John the wonderworkers; Stephen Milutin the Serbian king

Visitors are welcome at each service or social event at All Saints.

Nourishment of the Soul: “Some people read books in order to find God. Yet there is a great book, the very appearance of created things. Look above you; look below you! Note it; read it! God Whom you wish to find, never wrote that book with ink. Instead, He set before your eyes the things that He made. Can you ask for a louder voice than that? Why, heaven and earth cry out to you, ‘God made me'” – St. Augustine of Hippo

This morning, the family at All Saints increased with the baptism of Brian Owen, infant Juliana Barber, Elise Arnold and Nolan Arnold. A card shower is planned for these on this important day as well as a fellowship meal.

Orthodoxy 101: On Wednesday, November 2nd, Fr. Peter Jon will lead a discussion on “Christian Character”.

All Saints Now Accepts Credit/Debit Cards: If you would like to pay your tithe, make offerings, purchase books, support the benevolence fund, support the cemetery, donate to the temple project with your credit/debit card online at allsaintsbloomington.org (in the text bar of options), we’re ready to accept your charge. Please see Fr. Peter Jon with any questions.

Food Pantry: As we approach the cold months of winter, we need to restock the food pantry. Please leave non-perishables in Marcia’s office, but if you donate frozen entrees or meats, please tell Marcia that you have placed them in the freezer.

Cemetery Construction: You will notice the accessible ramp and expanded prayer patio being constructed in the cemetery. The project should be complete in about a week’s time and is a work of true craftsmanship. If you are interested in contributing to the cost of its completion, please see Fr. Peter Jon.

THIS WEEK
Today’s one-year memorial is for Olga’s mother: Memory Eternal, Ioana Frecus.

Wednesday, November 2: Daily Vespers at 6:00 — O101 follows around 7 :00.
Thursday, November 3: Bible Study at Becky’s home 3-5:00
Saturday, November 5: Great Vespers at 5:00
Sunday, November 6: Matins at 9:00; Divine Liturgy at 10:00 – Fundraiser meal follows.

LOOKING AHEAD

…November 6: Daylight Time ends. Fall Back!
…November 6: Fundraiser meal sponsored by the Myrrh Bearers: proceeds supports benevolent outreach.
…November 12-13: Lillie Blair appears in the children’s opera Brundibar at the Warehouse.
…November 13: Annual Business Meeting following Divine Liturgy. At that time, you will receive an overview of the fiscal year’s activities. Father and the Parish Council encourage you to attend. Members in good standing will also vote on a slate, seeking membership in the parish council.
…December 3: St. Nicholas Night
…December 10: Women’s Pre-Christmas party, hosted by Dee Haney and her daughters.

FAMILY NOTES

Birthday Greetings: Ava R (30th); Zachary W (30th); Jonathan B (31st)
Memory Eternal: Jill [d. 9/20], Tony [d. 9/23]; Bruce; Paul [Kh. Marilyn’s cousin]

If you have placed names on the prayer list, but now the need has passed, please tell Marcia.
Prayer List : “For the suffering Christians of Syria, Palestine, Iraq, & all of the Middle East, and for those suffering in Ukraine.” Fr. Basil; Fr. Philip: Chris; Emilija; Shalayna; Phil Wheeler (cancer); Doug & Dorothy Barrett, Subdn. Daniel’s brother and sister-in-law; the Tabbals; Mary Ann; Dee and Don; Kh.Kristina; Betsy and Hannah; Leslie (paralysis); Jasmine; Deborah & Thomas; Iva; James; Alex John; Jason; Steve D; Becky H.; AlexisT; Tom; Jake; Annie; Catherine; Janett; Julian; Kh. Mary Sue Walker; Vicki; Hoppes & Jesse Brandow (OCMC Missionaries); Vivian; Natalie; Senior Saints; Patricia; Nicetas; Barb; Shirley; Metropolitan Paul, Archbishop John; Fr. John Koen; Archpriests George & Stephen; Adrian; Heather; Susan; Gabriella & Matt; Sara; Shelley; Geni; Emily D; Emma; Kim; Nancy; Neal; Lyuda; Bob R; Leanne; Beth; Lillian; Julie; Roger; Virginia; Marilyn; Eric; Cheryl; Lori; Pam; Debbie; Natasha; Michael & Shelley: Gabriel; Mary; Doug; Janet; Kelly; Matushka Raisa; John C; Marty; Charles; Eileen; Mary; Marvin, Alice; Katie; Deborah; Ruth; Steve; Kevin; Romaine; Derek, Claire & Micah; Tim; Preston; Sharon; Sherri; Dianna; Michael and Diane; Aaron; Brent; Jennifer; Brigid; Christy; Dennis & Joyce; Ethan; Lena, Dean; Gayle; Thomas; Amy; Heidi; Gene & Connie, Myrna; Caleb D; Megan & Colin; Bill & Sandy.

Today’s Epistle and Gospel Readings

Prokeimenon: “The Lord is my strength and my song.”
Verse: “With chastisement has the Lord chastened me!” Psalm 117:14,18

Epistle: The Reading from St. Paul’s Second Epistle to the Corinthians. (11:31-12:9)

Brethren, the God and Father of the Lord Jesus Christ, the One Who is blessed for evermore, knows that I do not lie. In Damascus, the governor under Aretas the King guarded the city of the Damascenes, willing to seize me, and through a window I was let down in a basket by the wall, and escaped his hands.
I must boast, though it is not expedient; but I will come to visions and revelations of the Lord. I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago (whether in the body, I do not know, or whether out of the body, I do not know–God knows), who was caught up to the third heaven. And I know that this man (whether in the body or out of the body I do not know–God knows) was caught up into Paradise, and heard unspeakable words, which no person is allowed to utter. On behalf of this one I will boast, but on my own behalf I will not boast, except of my infirmities. For if I would desire to boast, I shall not be foolish, for I shall speak the truth. But I refrain from it, lest anyone should think of me above that which he sees me to be, or hears from me. And to keep me from being exalted above measure through the abundance of revelations, I was given a thorn in the flesh, an angel of Satan to buffet me, to keep me from being exalted above measure. For this thing I beseeched the Lord three times, that it might depart from me. And He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for thee, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” Most gladly therefore will I rather boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.

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

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

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 Ss. Zenobius and Zenobia – Tone 4
Thy Martyrs, O Lord, in their courageous contest for Thee * received as the prize the crowns of incorruption and life from Thee, our immortal God. * For, since they possessed Thy strength, they cast down the tyrants * and wholly destroyed the demons’ strengthless presumption. * O Christ God, by their prayers, save our souls, since Thou art merciful.

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.

Sunday, October 23, 2016
The Holy Apostle James the “Brother of God”
Ignatius, patriarch of Constantinople; James of Borovichi, wonderworker of Novgorod

Nourishment of the Soul: “How can we have victory over the enemy? By running to God for shelter.” St. John Chrysostom

Special Olympics Collection: Thank you for contributing $314 last Sunday.

Orthodoxy 101: On Wednesday, October 26th, Dr. John Craton will discuss “Comparative Religions.” Also John has published a booklet on the life of St. Oswin of England. He has made those available to us. Look in the hallway. You may also contact John if you want a copy mailed.

The Annual Business Meeting is scheduled for November 13th. At that time, you will receive an overview of the fiscal year’s activities. Father and the Parish Council encourage you to attend. Members in good standing will also vote on a slate, seeking membership in the parish council.

All Saints Now Accepts Credit/Debit Cards: If you would like to pay your tithe or make offerings with your credit/debit card online at allsaintsbloomington.org (in the text bar of options), we’re ready to accept your charge. Not only that, you can also use your credit card for bookstore purchases, to support the benevolence fund, to make a payment for the cemetery, or to make a gift to the temple fund. The possibilities are endless. Please see Fr. Peter Jon with any questions.

Parish Council meets today around noon in Father Peter Jon’s office.
THIS WEEK

Wednesday, October 26: Daily Vespers at 6:00 — O101 follows around 7 :00.
Thursday, October 27: Bible Study at Becky’s home 3-5:00 – OCF meets in the evening.
Friday, October 28: Akathist to the Protection of the Theotokos at 6:00
Saturday, October 29: Great Vespers at 5:00
Sunday, October 30: 4 Baptisms during Matins at 9:00; Divine Liturgy at 10:00 – Ioana’s Memorial

LOOKING AHEAD
October is Youth Month

…October 30: Baptisms: Brian Owen and Nina and Bob’s grandchildren: Juliana (Luke & Rachel Barber’s daughter) and Elise and Nolan (Mara & Tyler Arnold’s children). A card shower is planned for these on this important day.
…November 6: Fundraiser meal sponsored by the Myrrh Bearers
…November 12-13: Lillie Blair appears in the children’s opera Brundibar at the Warehouse.
…November 13: Annual Business Meeting following Divine Liturgy
…December 3: St. Nicholas Night
…December 10: Women’s Pre-Christmas party, hosted by Dee Haney and her daughters.

FAMILY NOTES

Birthday Greetings: Brian C (23rd); Ezekiel C (27th)
Blessed Name Day: James T; James F (St. James – 23rd); Ezekiel C (St. James – 23rd); Marvin P (St. Demetrios – 26th)
Happy Anniversary: Don & Dee H (23rd); Alex & Cathy A (25th); Demetrios & Joanna Z (26th)
Memory Eternal: Jill [d. 9/20], Tony [d. 9/23]; Bruce; Paul [Kh. Marilyn’s cousin]

Prayer List : “For the suffering Christians of Syria, Palestine, Iraq, & all of the Middle East, and for those suffering in Ukraine.” Fr. Basil; Fr. Philip: Shalayna; Phil Wheeler (cancer); Dorothy, Dan & Linda’s sister-in-law; the Tabbals; Mary Ann; Dee and Don; Kh.Kristina; Betsy and Hannah; Leslie (paralysis); Jasmine; Deborah & Thomas; Iva; James; Alex John; Jason; Steve D; Becky H.; AlexisT; Tom; Jake; Annie; Catherine; Janett; Julian; Kh. Mary Sue Walker; Vicki; Hoppes & Jesse Brandow (OCMC Missionaries); Vivian; Natalie; Senior Saints; Patricia; Nicetas; Barb; Shirley; Metropolitan Paul, Archbishop John; Fr. John Koen; Archpriests George & Stephen; Adrian; Heather; Susan; Gabriella & Matt; Sara; Shelley; Geni; Emily D; Emma; Kim; Nancy; Neal; Lyuda; Bob R; Leanne; Beth; Lillian; Julie; Roger; Virginia; Marilyn; Eric; Cheryl; Lori; Pam; Debbie; Natasha; Michael & Shelley: Gabriel; Mary; Doug; Janet; Kelly; Matushka Raisa; John C; Marty; Charles; Eileen; Mary; Marvin, Alice; Katie; Deborah; Ruth; Steve; Kevin; Romaine; Derek, Claire & Micah; Tim; Preston; Sharon; Sherri; Dianna; Michael and Diane; Aaron; Brent; Jennifer; Brigid; Christy; Dennis & Joyce; Ethan; Lena, Dean; Gayle; Thomas; Amy; Heidi; Gene & Connie, Myrna; Caleb D; Megan & Colin.

Today’s Epistle and Gospel Readings

Prokeimenon: “His sound has gone forth into all the earth.”
Verse: “The heavens declare the glory of God!” Psalm 18:4,1

Epistle: The Reading from St. Paul’s Epistle to the Galatians. (1:11-19)
(For St. James)
Brethren, I make known to you that the Gospel which was preached by me is not according to man; for I did not receive it from man, nor was I taught it, but it came by revelation of Jesus Christ. For you have heard of my manner of life in time past in Judaism, how I persecuted the church of God beyond measure and destroyed it; and I advanced in Judaism beyond many of my own age within my nation, being more exceedingly zealous for the traditions of my fathers.
But when it pleased God, who separated me, even from my mother’s womb, and called me through His grace, to reveal His Son in me, that I might preach Him among the nations, immediately I did not confer with flesh and blood, nor did I go up to Jerusalem to those who were apostles before me, but I went away into Arabia, and again I returned to Damascus. Then after three years I went up to Jerusalem to visit Peter, and remained with him fifteen days. But I saw none of the other apostles, except James, the Lord’s brother.

Gospel: The Reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke. (8:26-39)

At that time, Jesus arrived at the country of the Gadarenes, which is opposite Galilee. And as He stepped out on land, there met Him a man from the city who had demons; for a long time he had worn no clothes, and he lived not in a house but among the tombs. When he saw Jesus, he cried out and fell down before him, and said with a loud voice, “What hast Thou to do with me, Jesus, Son of the Most High God? I beseech Thee, do not torment me.” For Jesus had commanded the unclean spirit to come out of the man. [For many a time it had seized him; he was kept under guard, and bound with chains and fetters, but he broke the bonds and was driven by the demon into the desert.] Jesus then asked him, “What is your name?” And he said, “Legion”; for many demons had entered him. And they begged Jesus not to command them to depart into the abyss. Now a large herd of swine was feeding there on the hillside; and they begged Jesus to let them enter these. So He gave them leave. Then the demons came out of the man and entered the swine, and the herd rushed down the steep bank into the lake and was drowned. When the herdsmen saw what had happened, they fled, and told it in the city and in the country. Then people went out to see what had happened, and they came to Jesus, and found the man from whom the demons had gone, sitting at the feet of Jesus, clothed and in his right mind; and they were afraid. And those who had seen it told them how he who had been possessed with demons was healed.
Then all the people of the surrounding country of the Gadarenes asked Jesus to depart from them; for they were seized with great fear; so He got into the boat and returned. The man from whom the demons had gone begged that he might be with Jesus; but Jesus sent him away, saying, “Return to your home, and declare all that God has done for you.” And he went away, proclaiming throughout the whole city all that Jesus had done for him.

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. James, the ‘Brother of God’ – Tone 4
Since thou art a Disciple of the Lord, thou didst receive the Gospel, O righteous James. And since thou art a martyr thou art never rejected, and since thou art a brother of God, thou art privileged, and since thou art a High Priest, it is thy right to intercede. Wherefore, beseech thou Christ God to save our souls.

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.

Sunday, October 16, 2016
Sunday of Holy Fathers of Seventh Ecumenical Council
Martyr Longinos the centurion who stood at the cross of the Lord;
Gall, enlightener of Switzerland

Our parishioners always welcome newcomers with joy.

Nourishment of the Soul: “Don’t glue yourselves before the television. Don’t forget that the button is not only used to turn it on, but for us to turn it off, also. Guard yourselves from this means of mass blinding.”
Elder Epiphanios Theodoropoulos of Athens

Special Olympics Collection: Today, the teens will receive a free-will offering at the end of the service.
Festival: I want to extend a warm and sincere “Thank you” to all who worked so hard to make the 15th annual Festival on Fairfax a great success. The greatest part of it all is seeing God’s children working together in a spirit of peace and unity, welcoming others to the Lord’s House. We are a family, and others will know that we are Christ’s disciples by the love we have for one another. – Fr Peter Jon
Orthodoxy 101: On Wednesday, October 19th, Father Peter Jon will discuss “Prayer”.

Brundibar, Children’s Opera: Lillie Blair has been cast as ‘the baker’ in the opera. While the performance is not until November 12-13th, tickets are going fast, so purchase now. There are morning, afternoon, and evening performances each day.

General Operating Fund 2016: Income $153,572 – Expenses $157,163 = – $3,591
Building Temple Fund 2016: $450,826

Today, Myrrh Bearers will have a short meeting to discuss two items of business for events on October 30th and November 6th. A follow-up email will be sent.

www.Allsaintsbloomington.org: An option for donations to the church is now available. It is easy to find in the text bar of options on the opening page of our web page.

THIS WEEK

Wednesday, October 19: Daily Vespers at 6:00 — O101 follows around 7 :00.
Thursday, October 20: St. John of Kronstadt Fellowship (Bedford-Mitchell Fellowship) meets at the Haney’s 10:00-Noon
Thursday, October 20: Bible Study at Becky’s home 3-5:00
Saturday, October 22: Great Vespers at 5:00
Sunday, October 23: Matins at 9:00; Divine Liturgy at 10:00 – Parish Council meets.

LOOKING AHEAD
October is Youth Month

…October 23: Parish Council meeting has changed from the 16th to October 23rd.
…October 30: Baptism of Nina and Bob’s grandchildren: Juliana ( Luke & Rachel Barber’s daughter) and Elise and Nolan (Mara & Tyler Arnold’s children).
…October 30: One-year Memorial for Ioana Frecus. Olga will prepare a memorial meal.
…November 6: Fundraiser meal sponsored by the Myrrh Bearers
…November 12-13: Lillie Blair appears in the children’s opera Brundibar at the Warehouse.
…November 13: Annual Business Meeting. This meeting is open to all who attend All Saints. Only members in good standing may vote.
…December 3: St. Nicholas Night
…December 10: Women’s Pre-Christmas party, hosted by Dee Haney and her daughters.

FAMILY NOTES

Birthday Greetings: Linda B (16th); Kaylee F (17); Aaron H (17th); Joel A (20th)
Blessed Name Day: Joel A (19th-Prophet Joel)
Happy Anniversary: Micah & Maria V (21st)
Memory Eternal: Infant Susannah [d. 9/8], Marjorie (Brice’s Grandma) [d. 9/8], Jill [d. 9/20], Tony (Father’s uncle) [d. 9/23]; Bruce

Prayer List : “For the suffering Christians of Syria, Palestine, Iraq, & all of the Middle East, and for those suffering in Ukraine.” Fr. Basil; Fr. Philip: Dorothy, Dan & Linda’s sister-in-law; the Tabbals; Mary Ann; Dee and Don; Kh.Kristina; Betsy and Hannah; Leslie (paralysis); Jasmine; Deborah & Thomas; Iva; James; Alex John; Jason; Steve D; Becky H.; AlexisT; Tom; Jake; Annie; Catherine; Janett; Julian; Kh. Mary Sue Walker; Vicki; Hoppes & Jesse Brandow (OCMC Missionaries); Vivian; Natalie; Senior Saints; Patricia; Nicetas; Barb; Shirley; Metropolitan Paul, Archbishop John; Fr. John Koen; Archpriests George & Stephen; Adrian; Heather; Susan; Gabriella & Matt; Sara; Shelley; Geni; Emily D; Emma; Kim; Nancy; Neal; Lyuda; Bob R; Leanne; Beth; Lillian; Julie; Roger; Virginia; Marilyn; Eric; Cheryl; Lori; Pam; Debbie; Natasha; Michael & Shelley: Gabriel; Mary; Doug; Janet; Kelly; Matushka Raisa; John C; Marty; Charles; Eileen; Mary; Marvin, Alice; Katie; Deborah; Ruth; Steve; Kevin; Romaine; Derek, Claire & Micah; Tim; Preston; Sharon; Sherri; Dianna; Michael and Diane; Aaron; Brent; Jennifer; Brigid; Christy; Dennis & Joyce; Ethan; Lena, Dean; Gayle; Thomas; Amy; Heidi; Gene & Connie, Myrna; Caleb D; Megan & Colin.

Today’s Epistle and Gospel Readings

Prokeimenon: “Blessed are Thou, O Lord, the God of our Fathers.”

Verse: ” For Thou art just in all that Thou hast done to us!” Daniel 3:26-27 OSB

Epistle: The Reading from St. Paul’s Epistle to Titus. (3:8-15)
My Child Titus, faithful is the saying, and concerning these things I desire you to affirm confidently, that those who have believed in God may be thoughtful of how to preside in honorable occupations. These things are good and profitable to men. But avoid foolish disputes, and genealogies, and contentions, and controversies about the Law; for they are unprofitable and vain. A man who is a heretic after the first and second admonition reject, knowing that such a one is subverted, and sins, being self-condemned. When I send Artemas to you, or Tychicos, give diligence to come to me to Nicopolis; for I have determined to winter there. Set forward Zenas the lawyer and Apollos on their journey diligently, that they may be lacking in nothing. And let our people also learn how to preside in honorable occupations, so as to help in cases of urgent need, that they should not be unfruitful. All who are with me salute you. Salute those who love us in the faith. Grace be with you all. Amen.

Gospel: The Reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke. (8:5-15)

The Lord spoke this parable: “A sower went out to sow his seed; and as he sowed, some fell along the path, and was trodden under foot, and the birds of the air devoured it. And some fell on the rock; and as it grew up, it withered away, because it had no moisture. And some fell among thorns; and the thorns grew with it and choked it. And some fell into good soil and grew, and yielded a hundredfold.” And when His Disciples asked Him what this parable meant, Jesus said, “To you it has been given to know the secrets of the kingdom of God; but for others they are in parables, so that seeing they may not see, and hearing they may not understand. Now the parable is this: The seed is the word of God. The ones along the path are those who have heard; then the devil comes and takes away the word from their hearts that they may not believe and be saved. And the ones on the rock are those who, when they hear the word, receive it with joy; but these have no root, they believe for a while and in time of temptation fall away. And as for what fell among the thorns, they are those who hear, but as they go on their way, they are choked by the cares and riches and pleasures of life, and their fruit does not mature. And as for that in the good soil, they are those who, hearing the word, hold it fast in an honest and good heart, and bring forth fruit with patience.” As Jesus said this, He called out, “He who has ears to hear, let him hear.”

Divine Liturgy Variables

Resurrectional Apolytikion – Tone 7
Thou didst shatter death by Thy Cross; Thou didst open paradise to the thief; Thou didst turn the sadness of the ointment-bearing women into joy. And didst bid Thine Apostles proclaim a warning, that Thou hast risen, O Christ, granting to the world the Great Mercy.

Apolytikion of the Holy Fathers – Tone 8
Thou, O Christ, art our God of exceeding praise Who didst establish our Holy Fathers as luminous stars upon earth, and through them didst guide us unto the true Faith, O most merciful One, glory to Thee.

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.

JUST A REMINDER

 THAT FUN, FOOD, MUSIC, AND INSPIRATION AWAIT YOU AT 

THE ANNUAL FESTIVAL ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8TH FROM 11 TO 5:00.

Sunday, October 09, 2016

The Holy Apostle James, Son of Alphaeus

Venerable Andronikos and Athanasia of Egypt; Venerable Poplia the confessor of Antioch; Righteous Forefather Abraham and his nephew the Righteous Lot;

Stephen the Younger, king of Serbia; Dionysios, bishop of Paris

 As Father Peter Jon participates in welcoming

 His Eminence Metropolitan JOSEPH at St. George in Fishers today,  

we welcome Rev. Fr. John Miller as celebrant today along with all our guests.

Nourishment of the Soul: “Beloved, how should we regard the loving-kindness of our Savior? We should cry out and praise His goodness with power and with trumpets!” – St. Athanasius of Egypt

Orthodoxy 101: On Wednesday, October 12th, Father Peter Jon will discuss The Commandments: The Ten and the Two.

Brundibar,  Children’s Opera: Lillie Blair has been cast as ‘the baker’  in the opera. While the performance is not until November 12-13th, tickets are going fast, so purchase now. There are morning,  afternoon,  and evening performances each day.

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

Tuesday, October 11: Bible Study at Kh. Marilyn’s home at 7:00. Christ in the Psalms is the text.

Wednesday, October 12: Daily Vespers at 6:00 — O101 follows around 7 :00.

Thursday, October 13: Bible Study at Becky’s home 3-5:00 – (Father attends the  Deanery Meeting in Indy)

Saturday, October 15: Great Vespers at 5:00

Sunday, October 16: Matins at 9:00;  Divine Liturgy at 10:00 – Special Olympics Collection

Sunday, October 16: Parish Council meets around Noon.

LOOKING AHEAD

October is Youth Month

…October 14: The Athletic Banquet for the Bobcats will be held in our fellowship hall.

…October 16: Special Olympics Awareness in the Archdiocese — A collection will be received.

…October 30: Baptism of Nina and Bob’s grandchildren: Juliana ( Luke & Rachel Barber’s  daughter) and Elise and Nolan (Mara & Tyler Arnold’s children).

…October 30: One-year Memorial for Ioana Frecus. Olga will prepare a memorial meal.

…November 6: Fundraiser meal sponsored by the Myrrh Bearers

…November 12-13: Lillie Blair appears in the children’s opera Brundibar at the Warehouse.

…November 13: Annual Business Meeting. This meeting is open to all who attend All Saints. Only  members in good standing may vote.

FAMILY NOTES

Birthday Greetings: Ray L (10th); Brice M (11th); Taylor Sy (12th); Dn. Lucian S (14th); Matushka Raisa  (15th)

Blessed Name Day: Averi V (11th – St. Philonella); Dn. Lucian S (15th – St. Lucian )

Memory Eternal: Gabriel Zamora, Infant Susannah [d. 9/8], Marjorie (Brice’s Grandma) [d. 9/8], Jill [d. 9/20], Tony (Father’s uncle) [d. 9/23]

Prayer List : “For the suffering Christians of Syria, Palestine, Iraq, & all of the Middle East, and for those suffering in Ukraine.”  Fr. Basil; Dorothy, Dan & Linda’s sister-in-law; the Tabbals; Mary Ann; Dee and Don;  Kh.Kristina; Betsy and Hannah; Leslie (paralysis); Jasmine; Deborah & Thomas; Iva; James; Alex John;  Jason; Steve D;   Becky H.; AlexisT; Tom;  Jake; Annie; Catherine; Janett;  Julian; Kh. Mary Sue Walker; Vicki; Hoppes &  Jesse Brandow (OCMC Missionaries); Vivian; Natalie; Senior Saints; Patricia; Nicetas; Barb; Shirley; Metropolitan Paul, Archbishop John; Fr. John Koen; Archpriests  George & Stephen; Adrian; Heather; Susan; Gabriella & Matt; Sara; Shelley; Geni; Emily D; Emma; Kim; Nancy; Neal; Lyuda; Bob R;  Leanne; Beth; Lillian; Julie; Roger; Virginia; Marilyn; Eric; Cheryl; Lori; Pam; Debbie; Natasha; Michael & Shelley:  Gabriel; Mary; Doug; Janet; Kelly; Matushka Raisa; John C; Marty; Charles; Eileen; Mary; Marvin, Alice; Katie; Deborah; Ruth; Steve; Kevin; Romaine; Derek, Claire & Micah; Tim; Preston; Sharon; Sherri; Dianna; Michael and Diane; Aaron; Brent; Jennifer; Brigid; Christy; Dennis & Joyce; Ethan; Lena, Dean; Gayle; Thomas; Amy; Heidi; Gene & Connie, Myrna; Caleb D; Megan & Colin.

Today’s Epistle and Gospel Readings

Prokeimenon: “The Lord will give strength unto His people.”

Verse: ” Bring unto the Lord, ye sons of God; bring unto the Lord glory and honor!” – Psalm 28:11,1

Epistle: The Reading from  St. Paul’s Second Epistle to the Corinthians. (6:1-10)

                Brethren, since we are fellow workers, we entreat you also not to receive the grace of God in vain (for He says, “At an acceptable season I hearkened unto thee, and in a day of salvation I helped thee”; behold, now is ” the day of salvation”), giving no occasion of stumbling  in anything, that the ministry is not blamed, but in everything commending ourselves, as ministers of God, in much patience, in afflictions, in necessities, in distresses, in stripes, in imprisonments, in tumults, in labors, in vigils, in fasts, in purity, in knowledge, in longsuffering, in kindness, in the Holy Spirit, in love unfeigned, in the word of truth, in the power of God; by the weapons of righteousness on the right hand and on the left, by glory and dishonor, by evil report and good report; as deceivers, and yet true; as unknown, and yet well-known; as dying, and, behold, we live; as chastened, and not killed; as sorrowful, yet always rejoicing; as poor, yet making many rich; as having nothing, and yet possessing all things.

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 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. James, the Son of Alphaeus – Tone 3

O holy apostle James, intercede with the merciful God to grant to our souls forgiveness of sins.

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 2, 2016

Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost & Second Sunday of Luke

Hieromartyr Cyprian the confessor; Virgin-martyr Justina;

Theophilos the Confessor; New-martyr George at Karatzasou; Andrew of Constantinople, fool-for-Christ; David and Constantine, prince-martyrs of Georgia; Anna, princess of Kashin

 Students, we want All Saints to be your home away from home!

 Nourishment of the Soul: “The only means by which you can spend the day in perfect holiness, peace, and without sin, is the most sincere, fervent prayer as soon as you rise from sleep in the morning. It will bring Christ into your heart, with the Father and the Holy Ghost, and will thus strengthen and fortify your soul against any evil; but still it will be necessary for you carefully to guard your heart.”– St. John of Kronstadt

The Annual Festival on Fairfax is near! Tents and chairs arrive Wednesday; Baking in your homes continues throughout  the week; Friday morning set-up starts around 9:30; Saturday morning set-up starts around 8:30; Saturday, the Festival runs from 11:00 to 5:00. Ready, Set, Go! This festival presents our church family to the Bloomington Community.  Be here as a representative, a worker, or a participant!

Festival Worksheet: On the hall bulletin board, check the areas that need workers.

Orthodoxy 101: On Wednesday, October 5th, Father Peter Jon will discuss The  Mysteries (Sacraments) of the Church.

St. Mary’s in Greenwood invites you to  Kh. Loretta’s  40-Day Memorial. A meal will be served after the Divine Liturgy today,  Sunday, October 2nd.

 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

Wednesday, October 5: Daily Vespers at 6:00 — O101 follows around 7 :00.

Thursday, October 6: Bible Study at Becky’s home

Friday, October 7: Festival Set-up, starting at 9:30

Saturday, October 8: FESTIVAL ON FAIRFAX 11:00-5:00 – Clean-up follows Great Vespers

Saturday, October 8: Great Vespers at 5:00

Sunday, October 9: Matins at 9:00;  Divine Liturgy at 10:00 – Guest Celebrant – Fr. John Miller

Father Peter Jon participates in welcoming His Eminence Metropolitan JOSEPH at St. George in Fishers.

 LOOKING AHEAD

October is Youth Month

…October 16: Special Olympics Awareness in the Archdiocese — A collection will be received.

…October 30: Baptism of Nina and Bob’s grandchildren: Juliana ( Luke & Rachel Barber’s  daughter) and Elise and Nolan (Mara & Tyler Arnold’s children).

…November 6: Fundraiser meal sponsored by the Myrrh Bearers

…November 13: Annual Business Meeting. This meeting is open to all who attend All Saints. Only  members in good standing may vote.

FAMILY NOTES

Birthday Greetings: Leanne B (3rd); Sharon K (3rd); Van L (5th); Don H (6th); Mikaela H (7th)

Blessed Name Day: Charles C (6th – Apostle Thomas)

Memory Eternal:  Kh. Loretta (25th); Dn. Nathaniel; Dn Steven & Dnsa Taisa + 4 others (Alaskan plane crash); Jill (20th); Gabriel Zamora, son of Justin and Isadora (21st-hit by a car)

Prayer List : “For the suffering Christians of Syria, Palestine, Iraq, & all of the Middle East, and for those suffering in Ukraine.”  Fr. Basil; Tabbals; Mary Ann; Dee and Don;  Kh.Kristina; Betsy and Hannah; Leslie (paralysis); Jasmine; Deborah & Thomas; Iva; James; Alex John;  Jason; Steve D;   Becky H.; AlexisT; Tom;  Jake; Annie; Catherine; Janett;  Julian; Kh. Mary Sue Walker; Vicki; Hoppes &  Jesse Brandow (OCMC Missionaries); Vivian; Natalie; Senior Saints; Patricia; Nicetas; Barb; Shirley; Metropolitan Paul, Archbishop John; Fr. John Koen; Archpriests  George & Stephen; Adrian; Heather; Susan; Gabriella & Matt; Sara; Shelley; Geni; Emily D; Emma; Kim; Nancy; Neal; Lyuda; Bob R;  Leanne; Beth; Lillian; Julie; Roger; Virginia; Marilyn; Eric; Cheryl; Lori; Pam; Debbie; Natasha; Michael & Shelley:  Gabriel; Mary; Doug; Janet; Kelly; Matushka Raisa; John C; Marty; Charles; Eileen; Mary; Marvin, Alice; Katie; Deborah; Ruth; Steve; Kevin; Romaine; Derek, Claire & Micah; Tim; Preston; Sharon; Sherri; Dianna; Michael and Diane; Aaron; Brent; Jennifer; Brigid; Christy; Dennis & Joyce; Ethan; Lena, Dean; Gayle; Thomas; Amy; Heidi; Gene & Connie, Myrna; Caleb D; Megan & Colin.

 Today’s Epistle and Gospel Readings

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

Verse: ” Unto Thee, O Lord, will I cry, O my God!” – Psalm 27:9,1

Epistle: The Reading from  St. Paul’s Second Epistle to the Corinthians. (4:6-15)

Brethren, seeing that it is the God who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, the same also shone in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.

But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the exceeding greatness of power is from God, and not from us.  We are pressed on every way, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not driven to despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; smitten down, but not destroyed; always bearing about in the body the dying of the Lord Jesus, that the life of Jesus may also be manifested in our body.  For we who live are always delivered to death for Jesus’ sake, that the life of Jesus may also be manifested in our mortal flesh.  So then death is working in us, but life in you.

But having in us the same spirit of faith, according to that which is written, “I believed, and therefore I spoke,” we also believe, and therefore we also speak, knowing that the One who raised up the Lord Jesus will also raise us up through Jesus, and will make us stand together with you. For all things are for your sakes, that the grace, which is multiplied through the thanksgiving of many, may abound to the glory 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 6

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

Apolytikion of St. Cyprian the Confessor – Tone 4

By choosing the Apostles’ way of life, thou hast succeeded to their throne. Inspired by God, thou didst find the way to divine contemplation through the practice of virtue. After teaching the Word of Truth without error, thou didst defend the Faith to the very shedding of thy blood, O Hieromartyr Cyprian. Entreat the Lord our God to save 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.

To the Parish and to your friends,

In Christ,
Caleb John Lewis