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

Sunday, September 25, 2016

Our Righteous Mother Euphrosyne

Venerable Martyr Paphnoutios of Egypt and those slain with him; repose of Venerable Sergios of Radonezh; translation of the relics of Herman, archbishop of Kazan

 College students (and their parents) are our special guests today.  

Students will receive a blessing from Fr. Peter Jon at the end of the Divine Liturgy.

 Then, please stay for the meal we’ve prepared in your honor. 

We want All Saints to be your home away from home!

 Nourishment of the Soul: “It is better to be persecuted than to persecute; it is better to be crucified than to crucify; it is better to be insulted than to insult; it is better to be slandered than to slander.” — Elder Justin Parvu of Romania

Plan ahead to attend or help with our annual Festival, scheduled for October 8th.

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

Orthodoxy 101: On Wednesday, September 28th, Father Lucas Christensen will discuss the Nicene Creed. A pitch-in will be needed after Vespers and prior to the class.

Church Van: If you know  a student who needs a ride, please direct them to Subdeacon Jon Weber or to Howard Webb.

Today is the Buddy Walk, which raises awareness for Down Syndrome. Family fun begins at 1:00 at the Monroe County Fairgrounds, with the Walk at 3:00. Enjoy carnival games, food trucks, face painting and more.  Free t-shirts are available on a first-come, first-served basis. — Missy Shahadey

On September 30, All Saints hosts the Indianapolis chapter of  Orthodox Christians for Life for Great Vespers of the Protection of the Theotokos, followed by dinner and a presentation. 

Alice Piercefield sends her heartfelt thank you for cards, food, visits and prayers..

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

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

THIS WEEK

Wednesday, September 28: Daily Vespers at 6:00 — O101 follows around 7 :00.

Thursday, September 29: Cancellation of  Bible Study at Becky’s

Friday, September 30: Great Vespers  at 6:00– OC for Life guests, with meal and presentation

Saturday, October 1: Great Vespers at 5:00

Sunday, October 2: Matins at 9:00;  Divine Liturgy at 10:00

LOOKING AHEAD

…October 7- 8: Set-p on the 7th; Annual Festival on Fairfax on the 8th

…October 9: His Eminence JOSEPH presides at St. George in Fishers – Father attends.

…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.

FAMILY NOTES

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.”  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: “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 Second Epistle to the Corinthians. (1:21-2:4)

 Brethren, the One who establishes us with you in Christ, and has anointed us, is God; Who has also sealed us, and has given us the earnest of the Spirit in our hearts.  Moreover, I call God for a witness upon my soul, that in order to spare you, I did not yet come to Corinth. Not that we lord it over your faith, but we are fellow workers of your joy, for you are established in the faith.  But I determined this within myself, that I would not come again to you with sorrow.  For if I make you sorry, who then is the one who makes me glad, but the same who is made sorry by me?  And I wrote this very thing to you, lest, when I came, I should have sorrow from those in whom I ought to rejoice, having confidence in you all, that my joy is the joy of you all.  For out of much affliction and anguish of  heart I wrote to you with many tears, not that you should be made sorry, but that you might know the love which I have more abundantly for you.

Gospel: The Reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke. (5:1-11)

 At that time, Jesus was standing by the lake of Gennesaret.  And He saw two boats by the lake; but the fishermen had gone out of them and were washing their nets.  Getting into one of the boats, which was Simon’s, Jesus asked him to put out a little from the land.  And He sat down and taught the people from the boat.  And when Jesus had finished speaking, He said to Simon, “Put out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch.”  And Simon answered, “Master, we toiled all night and took nothing!  But at Thy word I will let down the nets.”  And when they had done this, they enclosed a great shoal of fish; and as their nets were breaking, they beckoned to their partners in the other boat to come and help them.  And they came and filled both the boats, so that they began to sink.  But when Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, “Depart from me, for I am a sinful man, O Lord.”  For he was astonished, and all that were with him, at the catch of fish, which they had taken; and so also were James and John, sons of Zebedee, who were partners with Simon.  And Jesus said to Simon, “Do not be afraid; henceforth you will be catching men.”  And when they had brought their boats to land, they left everything and followed Him.

Divine Liturgy Variables

Resurrectional Apolytikion – Tone 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. Euphrosyne – Tone  8

Through thee, the divine likeness was securely preserved, O mother Euphrosyne; for thou didst carry the cross and follow Christ. By example and precept thou didst teach us to ignore the body, because it is perishable, and to attend to the concerns of the undying soul. Therefore, doth thy soul rejoice with the angels.

Kontakion for Ordinary Sundays – Tone 2

O Undisputed intercessor of Christians, O Mediatrix who is unrejected by the Creator; turn not away from the voice of our petitions, though we be sinners.  Come to us with aid in time, who cry unto thee in faith, for thou art good. Hasten to us with intercessions, O Theotokos, who didst ever intercede for those who honor thee.

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, September 18, 2016

Sunday after the Elevation of the Holy Cross

Eumenios the wonderworker, bishop of Gortyna; Martyr Ariadne of Phrygia

 Visitors, you are always welcome here and invited to all services and events at All Saints.

 Nourishment of the Soul: “Do not think that the Lord has abandoned you. No! He is always with you and invisibly sustains you, even when you forget Him.  He will not burden you with trials beyond your capacity.  Fear nothing, but with total humbleness and devotion bear your cross and pray. He is the gentlest of fathers that could be wished for.  If on occasion He allows His faithful servants to be tempted, it is only to remind them of their feebleness and to completely cleanse their hearts from pride.  In our hearts is where He intends to reside with His Son and His Holy Spirit. — St. Innocent of Alaska

Plan ahead to attend or help with our annual Festival, scheduled for October 8th.  Check with Nina for indoor baked goods, with John or Amal to help with outdoor food booths, Don for cleaning tables, Charles for the Children’s area, Lucia and Lisa for kitchen work, Vicki for silent auction baskets, Marcia and Father for general questions. You may wonder how the income is used.  Each year the festival committee considers the community’s  greatest need. Last year the receipts allowed us to save adequate funds to pay for this year’s festival and to make a healthy contribution to the Temple Fund. The decision for this year will be made later.

Orthodoxy 101: On Wednesday, September 21st, John Craton will present the lesson “Apologetics”. A small pitch-in is usually donated by a few of those attending.

Church Van: If you know  a student who needs a ride, please direct them to Subdeacon Jon Weber or to Howard Webb.

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. Deacon cannot bless at the cup.

Deacon Lucas Christensen, formerly of this parish, will be ordained today into the Holy Priesthood  at Holy Trinity in Carmel. Fr. Peter Jon and many parishioners will attend. In Father’s absence, Deacon Lawrence will serve a Eucharistic Typika. The service begins at 10:00 am and is not preceded by Matins.

On September 30, All Saints hosts the Indianapolis chapter of Orthodox Christians for Life for Great Vespers of the Protection of the Theotokos, followed by dinner and a presentation. 

Alice Piercefield continues to recover from her kidney surgery in Indianapolis. Please see Charles Coats for details of what may be helpful.

THIS WEEK

Wednesday, September 21: Daily Vespers at 6:00 — O101 follows around 7 :00.

Thursday, September 22:  Bible Study (St. Mark’s Gospel) at Becky Hrisomalos’ home 3:00-5:00

Saturday, September 24: Great Vespers at 5:00

Sunday, September 25: Matins at 9:00;  Divine Liturgy at 10:00  — Student Welcome with a meal provided by the Myrrh Bearers —  Parish Council meets.

LOOKING AHEAD

…September 29: Cancellation of Bible Study at Becky’s

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

…October 7- 8: Set-p on the 7th; Annual Festival on Fairfax on the 8th

…October 9: His Eminence JOSEPH presides at St. George in Fishers – Father attends.

…October 30: Baptism of Nina and Bob’s grandchildren: Juliana ( Luke & Rachel’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.

 FAMILY NOTES

Birthday Greetings: Stephanie H (18th); Catherine G (19th); Johanna H (22nd)

Name Day Blessings: Alex A(St. John the Forerunner (23rd)

Memory Eternal:  Dusica;  John Griggs (9th); Heather (15th); Joseph (16th); Adria Edwards (24th); Kh. Loretta (25th); Dn. Nathaniel; Dn Steven & Dnsa Taisa + 4 others (Alaskan plane crash)

Prayer List : “For the suffering Christians of Syria, Palestine, Iraq, & all of the Middle East, and for those suffering in Ukraine.”  Tabbals; Mary Ann; Dee and Don;  Becca Edwards;  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; Jill; 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: “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 Galatians. (2:16-20)

Brethren, knowing that a person is not justified by the works of the Law, but through faith in Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Jesus Christ, that we might be justified by faith in Christ, and not by the works of the Law: for by the works of the Law shall no flesh be justified.  But if, while we sought to be justified in Christ, we ourselves also were found sinners, is Christ then a minister of sin?  God forbid!  For if I build up again those things which I destroyed, I prove myself a transgressor.  For I through the law died to the law,  that I might live to God.  I have been crucified with Christ, nevertheless I live, yet not I, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave Himself up for me.

Gospel: The Reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Mark. (8:34-9:1)

 The Lord said, “If any man would come after Me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow Me.  For whoever would save his life will lose it; and whoever loses his life for My sake and the Gospel’s will save it.  For what does it profit a man, to gain the whole world and forfeit his soul?  For what can a man give in return for his soul?  For whoever is ashamed of Me and of My words in this adulterous and sinful generation, of him will the Son of man also be ashamed, when He comes in the glory of His Father with the holy angels.”  And He said to them, “Truly, I say to you, there are some standing here who will not taste death before they see the Kingdom of God come with power.”

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 the Elevation of the Holy Cross – Tone 1

O Lord, save Thy people and bless Thine inheritance, granting to Thy people victory over all their adversaries, and by the power of Thy Cross preserving Thine estate.

Kontakion of the Elevation of the Holy Cross – Tone 4

Do Thou, Who of Thine own good will was lifted up upon the Cross, O Christ our God, bestow Thy bounties upon the new Nation which is called by Thy Name; make glad in Thy might those who lawfully govern, that with them we may be led to victory over our adversaries, having in Thine aid a weapon of peace and a trophy invincible.