Fifth Sunday of Great Lent
Commemoration of our Righteous Mother Mary of Egypt
Martyr Mark, bishop of Arethusa, Martyr Cyril the deacon of Heliopolis and those with them; Martyrs Jonah and Barachisios of Persia and those with them
**Divine Liturgy of St. Basil the Great**
Great Lent Our season of prayer, fasting, repentance, and almsgiving
March is Women’s Month
The ladies and girls of the church will serve on Sundays during Divine Liturgy by reading of the Epistle and holding wooden bowls of prosphora bread during Holy Communion.
Resurrectional Apolytikion – Tone 1
While the stone was sealed by the Jews, and the soldiers were guarding Thy most pure body, Thou didst arise on the third day, O Savior, granting life to the world. For which cause the heavenly powers cried aloud unto Thee, O giver of life. Glory to Thy Resurrection, O Christ, glory to Thy kingdom, glory to Thy providence, O Thou Who alone art the lover of mankind.
Apolytikion of St. Mary of Egypt – Tone 8
Through thee, the divine likeness was securely preserved, O mother Mary; 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.
Ordinary Kontakion – Tone 2
O undisputed intercessor of Christians, the Mediatrix, who is unrejected by the Creator. Turn not away to 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 intercession, O Theotokos who doet ever intercede for those who honor thee
Thought for Today
“The key to the kingdom of Heaven is prayer.” -St. Elijah the Priest
EPISTLE and GOSPEL READINGS
The Epistle
Let Thy mercy, O Lord, be upon us. Rejoice in the Lord, O ye righteous.
The Reading from the Epistle of St. Paul to the Hebrews. (9:11-14)
Brethren, when Christ appeared as a High Priest of the good things that have come, then through the greater and more perfect tent, not made with hands, that is, not of creation; He entered once for all into the Holy Place, taking not the blood of goats and calves, but His own blood, thus securing an eternal redemption. For if the sprinkling of defiled persons with the blood of goats and bulls and with the ashes of a heifer sanctifies for the purification of the flesh, how much more shall the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered Himself without blemish to God, purify your conscience from dead works to serve the living God?
The Gospel
The Reading from the Holy Gospel according to St. Mark. (10:32-45)
At that time, Jesus took His twelve Disciples, and began to tell them what was to happen to Him, saying, “Behold, we are going up to Jerusalem. And the Son of man will be delivered to the chief priests and the scribes, and they will condemn Him to death, and deliver Him to the Gentiles. And they will mock Him, and scourge Him, and spit upon Him, and kill Him; and after three days He will rise.” And James and John, the sons of Zebedee, came forward to Him, and said to Him, “Teacher, we would that thou shouldest do for us whatsoever we shall desire” And Jesus said to them, “What do you want Me to do for you?” And they said to Him, “Grant us to sit, one at Thy right hand and one at Thy left, in Thy glory.” But Jesus said to them, “You do not know what you are asking. Are you able to drink the cup that I drink, or to be baptized with the baptism with which I am baptized?” And they said to Him, “We are able.” And Jesus said to them, “The cup that I drink you will drink; and with the baptism with which I am baptized, you will be baptized. But to sit at My right hand or at My left is not Mine to grant, but it is for those for whom it has been prepared.” And when the ten heard it, they began to be indignant at James and John. And Jesus called them to Him and said to them, “You know that those who are supposed to rule over the Gentiles lord it over them, and their great men exercise authority over them. But it shall not be so among you; but whoever would be great among you must be your servant, and whoever would be first among you must be servant of all. For the Son of man also came not to be served but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.”
RELIEF FOR LEBANON SOYO Pancake Fundraiser today!
In addition to the usual spread of wonderful lenten fare, the teens and tweens of All Saints will be serving pancakes with toppings and fruit as a fundraiser to support victims of war in Lebanon. Please be as generous as possible and consider giving online if you are not prepared to contribute today.
This Week
Today, Sunday Lenten Choir practice 1:00-2:00pm. Sunday Lenten Vespers at 5:00 pm; st. Nicholas, Indianapolis; homilist Fr. John Koon, pastor of Holy Apostles.
Monday, March 30 3rd Hour Prayers at 9:00 am.
Tuesday, March 31 3rd Hour Prayers at 9:00am. OCF dinner and discussion at the Webb’s house, 6:30 pm.
Wednesday, April 1 Presanctified Liturgy at 6:00 pm, Inquirers and Catechumen classes to follow, vegetable stew provided for the meal, sides needed: shrimp, mixed nuts, bread, himmus, fruit, lentils and rice or others. Contact Juliana Schulz for suggestions of sides or of items you are bringing at 812- 360-5975 or Jennifer.schulz3ttj@gmail.com.
Thursday, April 2 6th Hour Prayers at 12:00 noon.
Friday, April 3 Presanctified Liturgy at 9:00 am; Canon of St. Lazarus at 6:00 pm.
Saturday, April 4 Lazarus Saturday Baptisms, Chrismations and Liturgy at 9:00 am. Luncheon. Indoor Parish Workday. Great Vespers at 5:00 pm ‘Ask Abouna’ to follow.
Sunday, April 5 Matins at 9:00 am; Divine Liturgy at 10:00 am, Palm Sunday, the Entrance of Christ into Jerusalem. Bridegroom service at 5:00 pm.
Looking Ahead
Monday, April 6 Bridegroom service at 6:00 pm.
Tuesday, April 7 Bridegroom service at 6:00 pm.
Wednesday, April 8 Service of Holy Unction at 6:00 pm.
Thursday, April 9 Vesperal Divine Liturgy at 9:00 am; 12 Passion Gospels 6:00 pm
Friday, April 10 Royal Hours at 9:00 am; Great Vespers at 3:00 pm; Orthros with Lamentations at 6:00 pm.
Saturday, April 11 Vesperal Liturgy, Harrowing of Hades at 9:00 am. Rush, Matins, Divine Liturgy at 10:00 pm. Great and Holy Pascha
Sunday, April 12 Agape Vespers at 12:00 noon; Festivities thereafter.
Change in Teen and Tween SOYO Meeting Time
For the foreseeable future, Teen and Tween Catechism will continue to meet following the Sunday Divine Liturgy.
Though this has led to the loss of evening social time (which has pained some), it has optimized attendance (which has been convenient for many).
We have also partly transitioned from the Archdiocesan Exodus curriculum as Exodus is being covered in depth through Bible Bowl study, in favor of discussions more in sync with the Ecclesiastical year. Stay tuned for a calendar of teen and tween social opportunities to augment Catechism.
Creative Arts Festival Entries for the Parish Life Conference, JUNE 17-21, 2026!
It’s that time once again to ready Creative Festival entries (to be submitted by email this year) for the Parish Life Conference, this year to be hosted by the Fr. Fred Shaheen and the faithful of St. Matthew in N. Royalton, Ohio! The theme of this year’s Conference is Exodus 19:6: “YOU SHALL BE TO ME A ROYAL PRIESTHOOD, A HOLY NATION.”
Elizabeth Arthur serves as our parish Creative Arts Festival Coordinator.
All entries must be emailed to her directly at tulipsenterprises@outlook.com by Bright Monday, April 13.
Children grades 1 to 12 are invited to participate and awards will be distributed at the Parish Life Conference.
As a reminder, our region’s categories include:
Arts, Creative Writing, Photography and Poetry and children are invited to submit work in as many or as few categories as they wish.
Parents wishing to learn more, including information about specific guidelines, are directed to antiochian.org/dashboard?name=creative festivals 2026
Family News
Names Day Celebration Molly Alexander, St. Mary of Egypt (29th); Jeremiah Junken, Innocent of Alaska (31st); Alex Puccio, Maria of Gotchina (4th); Polina Mullis, Apollinara (4th).
Birthday Celebrations Darryl Jones, Nina Rogers (29th); Faith Farley (1st);
Wendy Carter (2nd); Irene Weber (3rd); John Kozak (4th); Jennifer Rigsby, Scarlett Pierce (5th).
Prayer List Julia Suzanna, Dee and Don; Nancy; Tom; Wendy; Dnsa. Robyn; Mary Ann; Rita; Michael, Olga, Jone; Sadie and the child she bears; Heather; Hal; Kh. Paraskeva; David; Taylor; Fr. Athanasius; Fr. Jerome; Fr. Basil; Fr. Matthew; Rdr. David; Marvin; Nectaria, Charlie, Shirley; Jim; Patricia; ; Jan; those suffering from the war in Ukraine and the Middle East; our Nation; all school children, and personnel across the nation; Emma; Josiah; Jack; Christopher; Wadia; Kitsa; Apthrodite; Kim; Vicki; Kenzie; Dusty; Cari; Josh; Allison; Dn. Lawrence, Marcia; Missy; Andrew; Isaac; Audra and the child she bears; Nancy; Sharon Catherine; Neumann Seraphim; Eileen, Soren, Kathy; Lexi, Ross, Vivian; Theo; Jeremy; Elias; Leanne Seraphima; Lilly’s family; Sarah; Jennifer; Christy; John; Bruce; Stanley; Allen; Linda; Allison and children; Evan; Anastasia and family; Mary and family; Anna and the child she bears, Mary and the child she bears; Williams family; Victoria and the child she bears; Susie; Rhonda.
Memory Eternal David, Patriarch Ilia of Georgia, Metropolitan Demitrios of Xanthos, Kip, Tammy..
Giving Opportunities We appreciate and welcome your ongoing support.
Benevolence Fund Donations are used to support families in need of help with rent and utilities payments.
Food Pantry Our In-house food pantry is available to parish members as well as families and individuals in the community of Bloomington. Donations of nonperishable items of pasta, marinara sauce, peanut butter, canned chicken and Tuna, canned vegetables, canned fruit and soups are always a great blessing.
Mission Donations We send monthly support to two missionary units in Albania, the Hoppe family and Hannah Valentine.
All Saints’ Sunday Meal
To best serve our growing congregation, we ask everyone who is able bring a food donation to share at the meal. If you are unable to bring a dish, please enjoy the meal and fellowship, help with cleanup is always needed.
The Prayer of Saint Ephraim the Syrian (to be prayed by all with your morning and evening prayers at home)
O Lord and Master of my life, take from me the spirit of laziness faint-heartedness, lust of power, and idle talk.
But give rather the spirit of chastity, humility, patience, and love to Your servant.
Yea, O Lord and King, grant me to see my own sins and not to judge my brother, for blessed art Thou unto the ages of ages. Amen
Donations to the church are being made online to www.allsaintsbloomington.org and by U.S. mail. Many thanks to all who continue supporting All Saints.