Sunday, August 28, 2016

Righteous Father Moses of Ethiopia

Martyrs Diomedes, Damon and Laurence; Martyr Susanna of Georgia;

Uncovering of the relics of Venerable Job of Pochaev

 Visitors,  students,  and those new to the area, we extend a heartfelt welcome.

 Nourishment of the Soul: “Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in My house. Test Me in this,” says the Lord Almighty, “and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that there will not be room enough to store it.” Malachi 3:10

New Church Van: You may have noticed a new, white 12-passenger van in the parking lot.  It was gifted to All Saints and will serve to shuttle IU students who need rides to-and-from the Divine Liturgy on Sundays.  If you know  a student who needs a ride, please direct them to Subdeacon Jon Weber or to Howard Webb.

Orthodoxy 101 resumes after the liturgy for the Nativity of the Theotokos on September 7th.and titled “Back to Basics: Why I Need Christ and the Church.” Communication 101: On Wednesday, September 14th Greg Gillquist (Fr. Peter Jon’s brother from Alaska) will be teaching about basic communication skills during Orthodoxy 101. These skills will help in friendships, families, business and all other relationships.  This is a presentation Greg gives at hospitals, businesses and churches all over the state of Alaska.

They Don’t Vacation: Our parish operating expenses do not take the summer off;  so please do your best to keep your tithes and offerings current, and add a little extra if you have been blessed to do so. Thank you for your added contributions.

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.

Kh. Loretta Wilson, wife of Fr. Athanasius,  passed from this life to be with Christ on Thursday afternoon. Monday from 4-8 pm is the Viewing at St. George, Fishers with the Funeral at 10:30 and the mercy meal following at St. George. Burial will be at All Saints Cemetery in Bloomington, Indiana (6004 S. Fairfax Rd.) in the afternoon. In Lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to St. Mary’s.(St. George 10748 E. 116th St in  Fishers — St. Mary’s 102 E. Broadway, Greenwood 46143)

Myrrh Bearers will meet today during coffee hour. All women, post- high school, are welcome at our meetings.  Discussion of a fundraiser and  Sunday, September 25th IU Family Weekend are business items, but prayer and devotion are always on the agenda.

THIS  WEEK

Wednesday, August 31: Vesperal Liturgy of the Indiction at 6:00

Thursday, September 1:  Bible Study (St. Mark’s Gospel) at Becky Hrisomalos’ home 3:00-5:00

Saturday, September 3: Great Vespers  

Sunday, September 4: Matins at 9:00;  Divine Liturgy at 10:00 – Nassser Memorial

LOOKING AHEAD

…September 5: Labor Day

…September 8: Nativity of the Theotokos (Vesperal Liturgy September 7th at 6:00)

…September 11: Festival Meeting

…September 14: Feast of the Elevation of the Holy Cross(Vesperal Liturgy Sept. 13th, 6pm)

…September 25: IU Family Weekend…fellowship hour to welcome students

…September 30: OC for Life, Indianapolis are guests at the Akathist to the Protection of the Theotokos

…October 8: Annual Festival on Fairfax

FAMILY NOTES

Birthday Greetings: Subdeacon Daniel (29th); Kiya Cl (29th); Alli W (29th); Patricia F (1st); Max L (1st); Gabe St (1st)

Name Day Blessings: Ephrem Alexander (28th-St. Moses); Brice Menaugh (28th-St. Moses)

Memory Eternal: Infants Zoe and Anastasia(1st); Fred; Dusica;  John Griggs (9th); Heather (15th); Joseph (16th); Daniel (17th); Kh. Loretta (25th)

Prayer List : “For the suffering Christians of Syria, Palestine, Iraq, & all of the Middle East, and for those suffering in Ukraine.”  Tabbals (major house fire); Mary Ann  and the Griggs family; Kh. Loretta; Dee and Don;  Kh.Kristina with child; Betsy and Hannah; Leslie (paralysis); Jasmine; Deborah & Thomas; Iva; James; Alex John;  Jason; Steve D;   Becky H.; Alexis T. ;Tom;  Jake; Annie; Catherine; Janett; Jill; Angie; Julian; Kh. Mary Sue Walker; Vicki; Hoppes on leave from Albania;  Jesse Brandow in Guatemala (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: “Let Thy mercy, O Lord, be upon us.”

Verse:  “Rejoice in the Lord, O ye righteous!” – Psalm 32:22,1

Epistle: The Reading from  St. Paul’s First Epistle to Corinthians. (4:9-16)

Brethren, God has revealed us, the Apostles, as last of all, as those appointed to death; for we have become a spectacle to the world, both 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 glorified, but we are dishonored.  Even to this present hour we both hunger and thirst, we are naked, and are buffeted, and are restless; and we labor, working with our own hands.  While reviled, we bless; while persecuted, we endure; while blasphemed, we exhort; we have become the filth of the world and the off-scouring of all things, even until now.

I do not write these things to make you ashamed, but to admonish you as my beloved children; for though you have a myriad of tutors in Christ, yet you do not have many fathers; for I begat you in Christ Jesus through the gospel.  I beseech you, therefore, 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

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 the St. Moses, the Ethiopian – Tone 1

Thou didst prove to be a citizen of the desert, an angel in the flesh, and a wonderworker, O Moses, our God-bearing Father. By fasting, vigil, and prayer thou didst obtain heavenly gifts, and thou healest the sick and the souls of them that have recourse to thee with faith. Glory to Him that hath given thee strength. Glory to Him that hath crowned thee. Glory to Him that worketh healings for all through thee.

Kontakion of the Nativity of theTheotokos – Tone 4

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

 Sunday, August 21, 2016

Ninth Sunday after Pentecost

After-feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos

Apostle Thaddeus of the Seventy; Martyrs Bassa, Theognios, Agapios and Pistos of Edessa; Venerable Abraham of Smolensk and his disciple, Venerable Ephraim

 Visitors,  students,  and those new to the area, we extend a heartfelt welcome.

 Nourishment of the Soul: “If you possess love, you feel no jealousy or envy.  You are not boastful, carried away by reckless pride.  Nor do you put on airs with anyone.  Nor do you act shamefully towards your fellow beings.  You seek, not simply what is to your own advantage, but what also benefits your fellow beings.  You are not quickly provoked by those who are angry with you.” -St. Niketas Stethatos

Myrrh Bearers will meet next Sunday during coffee hour. All women, post- high school, are welcome at our meetings.  Discussion of a fundraiser and  Sunday, September 25th IU Family Weekend are business items, but prayer and devotion are always on the agenda.

Daniel Greeson  begins  the new school year at St. Vladimir’s: $690 has been collected, but today you may still contribute to the couple who started their walk in Orthodoxy, here at All Saints.   Please note that “All donations made on the Greeson’s behalf will be matched by the seminary up to $3,000!”

They Don’t Vacation: Our parish operating expenses do not take the summer off;  so please do your best to keep your tithes and offerings current, and add a little extra if you have been blessed to do so. Thank you for your added contributions these last two weeks.

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

Parish Council meets today around noon in Father’s office.

 Wednesday, August 24: Daily Vespers at 6:00

Thursday, August 25: Bible Study at Becky Hrisomalos’ home 3:00-5:00 — All are welcome.

Friday, August 26: Akathist to the Protection of the Theotokos at 6:00

Saturday, August 27: Great Vespers  

Sunday, August 28: Matins at 9:00;  Divine Liturgy at 10:00 –Myrrh Bearers meet.

LOOKING AHEAD

…August 27: St. Michael (Louisville) Institute —Rev. Fr. Andrew Damick  is guest lecturer. See the flyer on the hall bulletin board.

…September 30: OC for Life, Indianapolis are guests at the Akathist to the Protection of the Theotokos

…October 8: Annual Festival on Fairfax

FAMILY NOTES

Birthday Greetings: Shannon R (22nd); Karen H (23rd)

Memory Eternal: Kathleen Young (July 16th); Infants Zoe and Anastasia(1st); Fred; Dusica;  John Griggs (9th); Heather (15th); Joseph (16th); Daniel (17th)

Prayer List : “For the suffering Christians of Syria, Palestine, Iraq, & all of the Middle East, and for those suffering in Ukraine.”  Tabbals (major house fire); Mary Ann  and the Griggs family; Kh. Loretta; Dee and Don;  Kh.Kristina with child; Betsy and Hannah; Leslie (paralysis); Jasmine; Deborah & Thomas; Iva; James; Alex John;  Jason; Steve D;   Becky H.; Alexis T. ;Tom;  Jake; Annie; Catherine; Janett; Jill; Angie; Julian; Kh. Mary Sue Walker; Vicki; Hoppes on leave from Albania;  Jesse Brandow in Guatemala (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: “Make your vows and pay them to the Lord our God.”

Verse:  “God is known in Judea, His Name is great in Israel!” – Psalm 75:10,1

Epistle: The Reading from  St. Paul’s First Epistle to Corinthians. (3:9-17)

Brethren,  we are God’s fellow-workers; you are God’s husbandry, God’s building. According to the grace of God which was given to me, as a wise architect I laid a foundation, and another builds upon it.  Let each one take heed how he builds upon it.  For no other foundation can anyone lay than that which is laid, which is Jesus Christ.  Now if anyone builds on this foundation gold, silver, precious stones, wood, hay, stubble; everyone’s work will become manifest; for the Day will declare it, because it will be revealed by fire, and the fire itself will test each one’s work of what sort it is.  If anyone’s work which was built on the foundation survives, he will receive a reward.  If anyone’s work is burned up, he will suffer loss, but he himself will be saved, yet so as by fire.

Do you not know that you are a temple of God and that the Spirit of God dwells in you?  If anyone corrupts the temple of God, God will corrupt him.  For the temple of God is holy, whose temple you are.

Gospel: The Reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew. (14:22-34)

            At that time, Jesus made the Disciples get into the boat and go before Him to the other side, while He dismissed the crowds. And after He had dismissed the crowds, He went up on the mountain by Himself to pray. When evening came, He was there alone, but the Disciples’ boat by this time was many furlongs distant from the land, beaten by the waves; for the wind was against them. And in the fourth watch of the night He came to them, walking on the sea. But when the Disciples saw Jesus walking on the sea, they were terrified, saying, “It is a ghost!” And they cried out for fear. But immediately He spoke to them, saying, “Take heart, it is I; have no fear.” And Peter answered Him, “Lord, if it is Thee, bid me come to Thee on the water.” He said, “Come.” So Peter got out of the boat and walked on the water and came to Jesus; but when he saw the wind, he was afraid, and beginning to sink he cried out, “Lord, save me!” Jesus immediately reached out His hand and caught him, saying to him, “O man of little faith, why did you doubt?” And when they got into the boat, the wind ceased. And those in the boat worshiped Him, saying, “Truly, Thou art the Son of God.” And when they had crossed over, they came to land at Gennesaret.

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 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 living thou wast translated, 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, who is never rejected, neither tomb nor death could control. But being the Mother of Life, He Who dwelt in her ever-Virgin womb did translate her to life.

 Sunday, August 14, 2016

Transfer of the Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos

 Visitors and those new to the area, you are always welcome at All Saints.

 Nourishment of the Soul: “Tithing is not just for converts. It is not just for the rich. It is for all of us. It brings us peace, knowing that we have given to God what is rightfully His. It makes our parish strong by providing the support it needs. It builds up our youth, who see our gratitude to God and are in turn grateful to their parents. Yes, if you really want your children to appreciate what you do for them, try being an example of gratitude.” — His Eminence, Metropolitan JOSEPH

Last Tuesday, the Myrrh Bearers accepted the leadership  slate of Marcia and Stephanie as co-chairs, Jennifer as secretary, and Nina as treasurer. We will meet the last Monday of this month to discuss fundraiser ideas, September 18th College Sunday and other items of business.

Greeson Family begins new school year at St. Vladimir’s: If you would like to contribute to the Greesons to offset expenses while Daniel is studying for the priesthood, make checks payable to All Saints, and we will forward the total to them. Please note that “All donations made on the Greeson’s behalf will be matched by the seminary up to $3,000!”

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.

They Don’t Vacation: Our parish operating expenses do not take the summer off;  so please do your best to keep your tithes and offerings current, and add a little extra if you have been blessed to do so. Thank you.

The Servant of God, John Griggs departed this life Tuesday night just hours after receiving Holy Communion with his beloved Mary Ann. His departure was ‘painless, blameless and peaceful.’ May his soul dwell with the saints!

Juliana Barber, infant daughter of Rachel and Luke is being churched today. Bless the little ones of whom the Lord said, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for  of  such is the kingdom of heaven.” (Matt. 19:14)

THIS  WEEK

The Feast of the Dormition is tomorrow, August 15th.

Monday, August 15: Funeral Service for John Griggs is at 11:00; the mercy meal follows.

Wednesday, August 17: Daily Vespers at 6:00

Thursday, August 18: Bible Study at Becky Hrisomalos’ home 3:00-5:00 — All are welcome.

Saturday, August 20: Great Vespers  

Sunday, August 21: Matins at 9:00;  Divine Liturgy at 10:00 — Parish Council meets.

LOOKING AHEAD

… August 19-20th: St. Mary’s Annual Bake Sale and Rummage Sale from 8-4 p.m. both days

… August 26: Akathist to the Protection of the Theotokos at 6:00

…August 27: St. Michael (Louisville) Institute —Rev. Fr. Andrew Damick  is guest lecturer. See the flyer on the hall bulletin board.

…September 30: OCL, Indianapolis are guests at the Akathist to the Protection of the Theotokos

…October 8: Annual Festival on Fairfax

FAMILY NOTES

Birthday Greetings: Vicki G (14th)

Name Day Blessings: Theotokos and Ever-virgin Mary at the Dormition – (15th): Mary B, Kh. Marilyn G; Mary Ann; Alice Marie P;Thespina C

Memory Eternal: Matthew (Neumann’s friend); Kathleen Young (July 16th); Infants Zoe and Anastasia(1st); Fred; John Griggs (9th)

Prayer List : “For the suffering Christians of Syria, Palestine, Iraq, & all of the Middle East, and for those suffering in Ukraine.”  Tabbals (major house fire);  Griggs family; Kh. Loretta; Amal H; Dee and Don;  Kh.Kristina with child; Betsy and Hannah; Leslie (paralysis); Jasmine; Deborah & Thomas; Iva.; James; Alex John;  Jason; Steve D;   Becky H.; Alexis T. ;Tom;  Jake; Annie; Catherine; Janett; Jill; Angie; Julian; Kh. Mary Sue Walker; Vicki; Hoppes on leave from Albania;  Jesse Brandow in Guatemala (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; Rachel B and Juliana; Anastasyia (Dudar) and baby Nicholas; 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; Caleb; Dennis & Joyce; Ethan; Lena, Dean; Gayle; Thomas; Amy; Heidi; Gene & Connie, Myrna.

Today’s Epistle and Gospel Readings

 Prokeimenon: “ My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior.”

Verse:  ” For He has regarded the low estate of His handmaiden.” – Luke 1:46-48

Epistle: The Reading from  St. Paul’s Epistle to the Philippians. (2:5-11)

Brethren, let this mind be in you, which is also in Christ Jesus; who, being in the form of God, did not think it robbery to be equal with God, but emptied Himself, taking the form of a bond-servant, becoming Himself in the likeness of men; and being found in fashion as a man, He humbled Himself, becoming obedient unto death, even the death of the Cross.  For this cause also God highly exalted Him, and gave Him a Name which is above every name; that in the Name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those who are in heaven, and those who are on earth, and those who are under the earth, and that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.

Gospel: The Reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke. (10:38-42; 11:27-28)

At that time, Jesus entered a certain village; and a woman named Martha received Him into her house. And she had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet and listened to His teaching. But Martha was distracted with much serving; and she went to Him and said, “Lord, dost Thou not care that my sister has left me to serve alone? Tell her then to help me.” But the Lord answered her, “Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled about many things; one thing is needful. Mary has chosen the good portion, which shall not be taken away from her.” As He said this, a woman in the crowd raised her voice and said to Him, “Blessed is the womb that bore Thee, and the breasts that Thou didst suck!” But He said, “Blessed rather are those who hear the word of God and keep it!”

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 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 living thou wast translated, being the Mother of Life. Wherefore, by thine intercessions, deliver our souls from death.

We do NOT sing the apolytikion “Throughout the World”

Kontakion of the Dormition – Tone 2

Verily, the Theotokos, who is ever watchful in intercessions, who is never rejected, neither tomb nor death could control. But being the Mother of Life, He Who dwelt in her ever-Virgin womb did translate her to life.

Megalynarion of the Dormition – Tone 1

(Chanter) All generations bless thee, O thou only Theotokos.

In thee, O spotless Virgin, the laws of nature were suspended; for thy virginity was preserved in thy child-bearing, and Life is joined with death. Thou, O Theotokos, didst remain a Virgin after child-birth, and after death thou art still alive and dost ever deliver thy heritage.

Koinonikon (Communion Hymn) of the Dormition – Tone 8

I will receive the cup of salvation, and call upon the Name of the Lord. Alleluia.

Sunday, August 07, 2016

Seventh Sunday after Pentecost

After-Feast of the Transfiguration of Christ

Martyrs Dometios of Persia; Sozon of Nicomedia; Hieromartyr Narcissos, patriarch of Jerusalem; Venerable Theodosios the New of the Peloponnesos;

Nikanor the wonderworker of Mt. Kalistratos

 To our Visitors: We are blessed by your presence.

 Nourishment of the Soul: “If a man suppresses his stomach and his tongue, then he will be able to rule over himself.” — St. Poemen

Today,  Father Peter Jon will bless K-12 students and teachers;  he will bless  college and university students when the fall semester begins.

Myrrh Bearers will meet to vote at Kh. Marilyn’s before Bible Study with a short agenda and to vote on a slate of officers. Myrrh Bearers’ meetings have been preempted for many months due to a busy s church schedule on the last  Sunday of the month, the regular  meeting time.

Orthodox Christians for Life: Patricia Finchum, has been appointed by Fr. Peter Jon to organize a Bloomington chapter of Orthodox Christians for Life, the national pan-Orthodox pro-life group. Patricia hopes to have a core of volunteers to help in the ministry, so please see her if you would like more information on this outreach of love.  We are looking forward to hosting the Indianapolis OCL on September 30th, the eve of the Feast of the Protection of the Theotokos.

They Don’t Vacation: Our parish operating expenses do not take the summer off;  so please do your best to keep your tithes and offerings current, and add a little extra if you have been blessed to do so. Thank you.

Festival Committee Meeting Today:  Everyone who is able is encouraged to come to the meeting. Be part of the committee entrusted with preparing our annual festival, at which we will welcome hundreds of visitors to this holy ground. This is a great honor and an even greater responsibility.

THIS  WEEK

The Dormition Fast continues through August 15th.

Tuesday, August 9: Kh. Marilyn’s home–Myrrh Bearers meeting 6:30; Bible Study 7:00

Wednesday, August 10: Daily Vespers at 6:00

Thursday, August 11: Bedford-Mitchell Fellowship – 10:00 – Noon

Thursday, August 11: Bible Study at Becky Hrisomalos’ home 3:00-5:00 — All are welcome.

Friday, August 12: Paraklesis at 6:00 (Hymns during the Dormition)

Saturday, August 13:: Great Vespers  

Sunday, August 14: Matins at 9:00; Dormition Divine Liturgy at 10:00 — Churching of  Juliana (Rachel & Luke Barber’s daughter);

LOOKING AHEAD

…St. Mary’s Annual Bake Sale and Rummage Sale, August 19-20th

…Akathist to the Protection of the Theotokos at 6:00, the last Friday of each month.

…October 8: Annual Festival on Fairfax

FAMILY NOTES

Anniversary Memories: Dan & Jennifer R (9th)

Birthday Greetings: Barb G (12th)

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

Memory Eternal: Matthew (Neumann’s friend); Kathleen Young (July 16th); Infants Zoe and Anastasia(1st)

Prayer List : “For the suffering Christians of Syria, Palestine, Iraq, & all of the Middle East, and for those suffering in Ukraine.”  Tabbals (major house fire); John Griggs; Kh. Loretta; Amal H; Dee and Don;  Kh.Kristina with child; Betsy and Hannah; Leslie (paralysis); Jasmine; Deborah & Thomas; Iva.; James; Alex John;  Jason; Steve D;   Becky H.; Alexis T. ;Tom;  Jake; Annie; Catherine; Janett; Jill; Angie; Julian; Kh. Mary Sue Walker; Vicki; Hoppes on leave from Albania;  Jesse Brandow in Guatemala (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; Rachel B and Juliana; Anastasyia (Dudar) and baby Nicholas; 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; Caleb; Dennis & Joyce; Ethan; Lena, Dean; Gayle; Thomas; Amy; Heidi; Gene & Connie, Myrna.

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

     Today’s Epistle and Gospel Readings

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

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

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

Brethren, we who are strong ought to bear  the infirmities of the weak, and not to please ourselves. Let each of us please his neighbor for that which is good for his edification.,  For Christ also did not please Himself; but, as it is written: “The reproaches of those who reproached Thee fell on Me.”  For whatever was written beforehand was written for our learning that we might have hope, through the patience and comfort of the Scriptures.  Now may the God of patience and comfort grant you to be of the same mind with one another, according to Christ Jesus, that with one accord and one mouth you may glorify God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. Therefore receive one another, even as Christ has also received you, to 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.

Liturgy Variables

Second Antiphon

 Refrain: Save us, O Son of God, Who wast transfigured on Mount Tabor, 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 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 of 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.

Reminder: Friday, July 29th at 6 pm, the Akathist to the Protection of the Theotokos will be prayed here.

Sunday, July 31, 2016

Sixth Sunday after Pentecost

Holy and Just Eudokimos of Cappadocia

Righteous Joseph of Arimathea; Germanos, bishop of Auxerre

 To our Visitors: We are blessed by your presence.

 Nourishment of the Soul: “Through prayer, man is cleansed, brightened, sanctified.”
Elder Amphilochios of Patmos

Pitch-In Meal Today as we welcome  Dn. Lucas, Stacey, Theodore and Genevieve Christensen and Reader Tikhon Wallace.  Let us welcome with joy these who spent so many years as part of the All Saints family, serving in friendship and in love.

The Building Committee Meeting follows Divine Liturgy today.

Festival Committee Meeting next Sunday:  Everyone who is able is encouraged to come to the meeting. Be part of the committee entrusted with preparing our annual festival, at which we will welcome hundreds of visitors to this holy ground. This is a great honor and an even greater responsibility.

Orthodox Christians for Life: Patricia Finchum, has been appointed by Fr. Peter Jon to organize a Bloomington chapter of Orthodox Christians for Life, the national pan-Orthodox pro-life group. Patricia is hoping to have a core of volunteers to help in the ministry. The first action of this group will be prayer.  The Akathist to the Protection of the Theotokos will be prayed on the last Friday of each month at 6pm. The Indianapolis group will join us on September 30th, the evening before the Feast of the Protection of the Theotokos.

Firewood Available If you or a friend need wood for your fireplace or campfires, help yourself to a trunk full or truck load. (Helpers are needed to move and stack wood.)

They Don’t Vacation: Our parish operating expenses do not take the summer off;  so please do your best to keep your tithes and offerings current, and add a little extra if you have been blessed to do so. Thank you.

THIS  WEEK

The Dormition Fast begins Monday.

Wednesday, August 3: Daily Vespers at 6:00

Thursday, August 4: Bible Study at Becky Hrisomalos’ home 3:00-5:00 — All are welcome.

Friday, August 5: Transfiguration Liturgy at 6:00

Saturday, August 6:: Great Vespers  

Sunday, August 7: Matins at 9:00; Divine Liturgy at 10:00 — Festival Meeting

LOOKING AHEAD

…Sunday, August 7: Father Peter Jon will bless K-12 students and teachers;  he will bless  college and university students when their school year begins.

…August 9: Bible Study at Kh. Marilyn’s home 7:00-8:30 ; Myrrh Bearers will meet there at 6:30 to vote on a slate of officers and have a short meeting.

…Akathist to the Protection of the Theotokos at 6:00, the last Friday of each month.

…October 8: Annual Festival on Fairfax

FAMILY NOTES

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

Birthday Greetings: Aaron J (31st); Gala M4th); John C (6th); Gary G (6th)

Name Day Blessings: Nancy J (St. Lydia – 3rd); Lydia F (3rd)

Memory Eternal: Matthew (Neumann’s friend); Kathleen Young (July 16th)

Prayer List : “For the suffering Christians of Syria, Palestine, Iraq, & all of the Middle East, and for those suffering in Ukraine.”  Tabbals (major house fire); John Griggs; Kh. Loretta; Amal H; Dee and Don;  Kh.Kristina; Betsy and Hannah; Leslie (paralysis); Jasmine; Deborah & Thomas; Iva.; James; Alex John;  Jason; Steve D;   Becky H.; Alexis T. ;Tom;  Jake; Annie; Catherine; Janett; Jill; Angie; Julian; Kh. Mary Sue Walker; Vicki; Hoppes on leave from Albania;  Jesse Brandow in Guatemala (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; Rachel B and Juliana; 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; Caleb; Dennis & Joyce; Ethan; Lena, Dean; Gayle; Thomas; Amy; Heidi; Gene & Connie, Myrna.

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

     Today’s Epistle and Gospel Readings

Prokeimenon: “Thou, O Lord, shalt keep us and shalt  preserve us.”

Verse:  “Save me, O Lord, for the godly man is no more!”  – Psalm (11:7,1)

Epistle: The Reading from  St. Paul’s Epistle to the Romans.  (12:6-14)

Brethren, having gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, let each use them accordingly: whether prophecy, let him prophesy according to the proportion of the faith; or ministry, let him give himself to the ministry; or the teacher, to the teaching; or he who exhorts, in the exhorting; he who gives, let him do it with simplicity; he who presides, with diligence; he who shows mercy, with cheerfulness.

Let love be without hypocrisy.  Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good.  Love one another with brotherly affection; in honor preferring one another; in diligence not slothful; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord; rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing steadfastly in prayer; communicating to the necessities of the saints; given to hospitality.  Bless those who persecute you; bless, and do not curse

Gospel: The Reading is from the Holy Gospel according to  St. Matthew. (9:1-8)

At that time, Jesus got into a boat, crossed over and came to His own city.  And behold, they brought to Him a paralytic, lying on his bed; and when Jesus saw their faith He said to the paralytic, “Take heart, my son; your sins are forgiven.”  And behold, some of the scribes said to themselves, “This man is blaspheming.”  But Jesus, knowing their thoughts, said, “Why do you think evil in your hearts?  For which is easier, to say, ‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or to say, ‘Rise and walk’?  But that you may know that the Son of man has authority on earth to forgive sins”—He then said to the paralytic—“Rise, take up your bed and go home.”  And he rose and went home.  When the crowds saw it, they marveled, and they glorified God, Who had given such authority to men.

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 St. Eudokimos – Tone 4

The One that hath called thee from the earth to Heaven to dwell * preserveth thy body uncorrupted after thy death, O saintly Eudokimos; * for in living modestly and chastely, O blest one, * thou didst keep thy flesh free of all stain and defilement; * with boldness, therefore, pray unto Christ that we may all be saved.

Kontakion pf 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.