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.

There will be no Great Vespers in Father Peter Jon’s absence (July 23). 

Sunday, July 24, 2016

Fifth Sunday after Pentecost

Great-martyr Christina of Tyre; New-martyrs Athanasios of Ikia and Theophilos of Zakynthos; Athenagoras the Confessor; Passion-bearers Boris (Roman) and Gleb (David)

 To our Visitors: We are blessed by your presence.

Nourishment of the Soul: “The more one is united to his neighbor, the more he is united to God.”
St. Dorotheos of Gaza

Today a Eucharistic Typika Service is being led by Deacon Lawrence without Matins preceding. Father Peter Jon returns to Bloomington later today.

West Virginia Disaster:  All Saints sent $430 last week . Thank you for your donations.

Festival Committee Meeting:  The festival committee will  meet on  Sunday, August 7th, after the Divine Liturgy.  Those wanting to join the festival committee and begin the online conversation prior to the first meeting should email Fr. Peter Jon at pgillquist@hotmail.com  Thank you!

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. The first action of this group will be prayer.  An akathist for the Protection of the Theotokos will be prayed on the last Friday of each month at 6pm, beginning this month. All are invited and encouraged to come and pray together for the protection of life in the womb and for the parents considering (or suffering from past) abortion.

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.

Pitch-In Meal Next Sunday: Next Saturday and Sunday, Dn. Lucas, Stacey, Theodore and Genevieve will be our guests along with 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.

Firewood Available: Recently an arborist cut dead trees near the gazebo, pond, and road, and in the grove. If you or a friend need wood for your fireplace or campfires, help yourself to a trunk full or truck load.

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.

July 30-31: News from  Dn. Lucas Christensen — We will be visiting All Saints, and  I will be serving at Great Vespers, Orthros & Divine Liturgy. We would love to be able to see as many of our All Saints family as possible before I begin at Holy Trinity on August 1st!

THIS  WEEK

Wednesday, July 27: Daily Vespers at 6:00

Saturday, July 30: Great Vespers followed by Rdr. Tikhon‘s slide show of the Holy Land. He has books available which depict much of his journey.

Sunday, July 31: Matins at 9:00; Divine Liturgy at 10:00 — Pitch-in meal

Sunday, July 31: Building Committee Meeting follows Divine Liturgy.

 LOOKING AHEAD

 July 29: Akathist for the Protection of the Theotokos at 6:00

August 1: Dormition Fast begins.

August 4: Bible Study at Becky Hrisomalos’ home 3:00-5:00

August 7: Festival Meeting

August 9: Bible Study at Kh. Marilyn’s home 7:00-8:30

 FAMILY NOTES

 Name Day Blessings: Kh.Kristina (24th); Kaylie F; Cora B; Ari V (St. Anna’s Dormition –25th)

Memory Eternal: Twin infants Michael and Isaiah (10th); Infant Brennely Grace (26th); Matthew; 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.

     Today’s Epistle and Gospel Readings

 Prokeimenon: “How magnified are Thy works, O Lord! In Wisdom hast Thou made them all.”

Verse:  “ Bless the Lord, O my soul!”  – Psalm 103:26,1

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

Brethren, my heart’s desire and my supplication to God is for Israel, that they may be saved.  For I bear them witness that they have a zeal for God, but not according to knowledge.  For being ignorant of God’s righteousness, and seeking to establish their own righteousness, they did not submit to the righteousness of God.  For Christ is the fulfillment of the Law for righteousness to everyone who believes.

For Moses describes the righteousness that is from the Law, that “the one who does those things shall live by them.”  But of the righteousness that is from faith, he says thus: “Do not say in your heart, ‘Who shall ascend into heaven?’ (That is, to bring Christ down) or, ‘Who shall descend into the abyss?’ (That is, to bring Christ up from the dead).” But what does it say? “The word is near you, in your mouth, and in your heart,” that is, the word of faith which we preach; because if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.  For with the heart there is the belief to righteousness, and with the mouth, the confession to salvation.

Gospel: The Reading is from the Holy Gospel according to  St. Matthew. (8:28-9:1)

 At that time, when Jesus came to the country of the Gergesenes, two demoniacs met Him, coming out of the tombs, so fierce that no one could pass that way. And behold, they cried out, “What have we to do to Thee, O Son of God?  Art Thou come here to torment us before the time?” Now a herd of many swine was feeding at some distance from them. And the demons begged Him, “If Thou castest us out, send us away into the herd of swine.” And He said to them, “Go.” So they came out and went into the swine; and behold, the whole herd rushed down the steep bank into the sea, and perished in the waters. The herdsmen fled, and going into the city they told everything, and what had happened to the demoniacs. And behold, all the city came out to meet Jesus; and when they saw Him, they begged Him to leave their neighborhood. And getting into a boat He crossed over and came to His own city.

Typika Variables

Resurrectional Apolytikion – Tone 4

Having learned the joyful message of the Resurrection from the angel, the women disciples of the Lord cast from them their parental condemnation. And proudly broke the news to the Disciples, saying: Death hath been spoiled; Christ God is risen, granting the world Great Mercy.

Apolytikion of St. Christina – Tone 4

O Lord Jesus, unto Thee Thy lamb doth cry with a great voice: * O my Bridegroom, Thee I love; and seeking Thee, I now contest, * and with Thy baptism am crucified and buried. * I suffer for Thy sake, that I may reign with Thee; * for Thy sake I die, that I may live in Thee: * accept me offered out of longing * to Thee as a spotless sacrifice. * Lord, save our souls through her intercessions, since Thou art great in mercy.

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.