Third Sunday of Pascha
Sunday of the Myrrh-Bearing Women,
Pious Joseph of Arimathaea & Righteous Nicodemus
Christ is Risen; Truly He is Risen!
Thought for Today: “It is impossible to be saved without the help of the Most Blessed Virgin, because those who are not saved by the justice of God are saved by the intercession of the Theotokos.“ + St. John Chrysostom
The Eisodikon (Entrance) of Pascha
In the gathering places bless ye God the Lord, from the springs of Israel. Save us, O Son of God, Who art risen from the dead, who sing to Thee: Alleluia.
Resurrectional Apolytikion – Tone 2
When Thou didst submit Thyself unto death, O Thou deathless and immortal One, then Thou didst destroy hell with Thy Godly power. And when Thou didst raise the dead from beneath the earth, all the powers of Heaven did cry aloud unto Thee: O Christ, Thou giver of life, glory to Thee.
Apoytikion of Joseph of Arimathaea – Tone 2
The noble Joseph, taking Thine immaculate Body down from the Tree, and having wrapped It in pure linen and spices, laid It for burial in a new tomb. But on the third day Thou didst arise, O Lord, granting to the world Great Mercy.
Apolytikion of the Myrrh-Bearing Women – Tone 2
Unto the myrrh-bearing women did the Angel cry out as he stood by the grave: Myrrh-oils are meet for the dead, but Christ hath proved to be a stranger to corruption. But cry out: The Lord is risen, granting to the world Great Mercy.
The Kontakion of Pascha – Tone 8
Though Thou didst descend into the grave, O Immortal One, yet didst Thou destroy the power of Hades, and didst arise as victor, O Christ God, calling to the myrrh-bearing women, Rejoice, and giving peace unto Thine Apostles, O Thou Who dost grant resurrection to the fallen.
EPISTLE and GOSPEL READINGS
The Epistle
The Lord is my strength and my song. The Lord has chastened me sorely.
The Reading from the Acts of the Holy Apostles. (6:1-7)
In those days, when the number of the disciples were increased in number, the Hellenists murmured against the Hebrews because their widows were neglected in the daily distribution. And the twelve summoned the body of the disciples and said: “It is not right that we should give up preaching the word of God to serve tables. Therefore, brethren, pick out from among you seven men of good repute, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we may appoint to this duty. But we will devote ourselves to prayer and to the ministry of the word.” And what they said pleased the whole multitude, and they chose Stephen, a man full of faith and of the Holy Spirit, and Philip, and Próchoros, and Nikánor, and Tímon, and Parmenás, and Nikólaos a proselyte of Antioch. These they set before the apostles, and they prayed and laid their hands upon them. And the word of God increased; and the number of the disciples multiplied in Jerusalem exceedingly, and a great company of the priests were obedient to the faith.
The Gospel
The Reading from the Holy Gospel according to St. Mark. (15:43-16:8)
At that time, Joseph of Arimathaea, a respected member of the council, who was also himself looking for the Kingdom of God, took courage and went to Pilate, and asked for the body of Jesus. And Pilate wondered if He were already dead; and summoning the centurion, he asked him whether Jesus was already dead. And when he learned from the centurion that He was dead, he granted the body to Joseph. And he bought a linen shroud, and taking Him down, wrapped Him in the linen shroud, and laid Him in a tomb, which had been hewn out of the rock; and he rolled a stone against the door of the tomb. Mary Magdalene and Mary the mother of Joses saw where He was laid. And when the Sabbath was past, Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James, and Salome, bought spices, so that they might go and anoint Jesus. And very early in the morning, on the first day of the week, they came to the tomb at the rising of the sun. And they were saying to one another, “Who will roll away the stone for us from the door of the tomb?” And looking up, they saw that the stone was rolled back – it was very large. And entering the tomb, they saw a young man sitting on the right side, dressed in a long white robe; and they were amazed. And he said to them, “Do not be amazed; you seek Jesus of Nazareth, Who was crucified. He is risen; He is not here; see the place where they laid Him. But go, tell His disciples and Peter that He is going before you to Galilee; there you will see Him, as He told you.” And they went out quickly and fled from the tomb; for trembling and astonishment had come upon them; and they said nothing to anyone, for they were afraid.
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.
Approaching the Holy Chalice
When approaching the Holy Chalice, we cross our arms, always right over left, in the posture of submission. If you will receive the Holy Mysteries at the Chalice, open your mouth, tipping your head only if your height makes it necessary, and take the Gifts directly from the spoon when Father places it in your mouth. This is how we accept the Medicine of Immortality directly from the Benevolent God Who feeds and sustains us. Since the institution of the Mystical Supper, no man, woman, or child (including every priest who has ever consumed the Gifts after all of the faithful have communed) has become ill from receiving the Eucharist. If you are not prepared to receive, simply say, “Father, bless”, bow your head, and Fr. Peter will bless you with the Chalice.
Welcome Home Sierra (St. Theckla the Protomartyr) Giordano, and infant Scarlett (St. Mary Magdalene) Pierce and may God grant you many years!
IU graduates Congratulations you will always have a family here at All Saints.
This Week
Today is the Sunday of the Myrrh bearing Women along with Ss. Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus. These brave followers of Christ risked their lives to carry out the proper tradition of preparation of anointing the body for honorable burial. The ladies’ group of our parish call themselves “Myrrh Bearers’” showing great love and care for Christ and His church.
Monday, May 5: 3rd Hour Prayers at 9:00 am.
Tuesday, May 6: Divine Liturgy at 9:00 am.
Wednesday, May 7: Daily Vespers at 6:00 pm; teaching, fellowship meal to follow.
Thursday, May 8: Divine Liturgy at 9:00am.
Friday, May 9: Divine Liturgy at 9:00 am.
Saturday, May 10: Bible Study, 10:00 am at Howard and Rhonda’s house.Great Vespers at 5:00 pm, ask Abouna to follow; Jr. and Teen SOYO at 6:30 pm.
Sunday, May 4: Matins at 9:00 am, Divine Liturgy at 10:00 am.
Bible Study at the Webbs – new time and topic! Bible study will begin at 10:00 am on 5/10.
Howard Webb will be leading us in a study of Selections from Isaiah.
All adults are welcome to join us for a time of fellowship and study!
3960 E. Fenbrook Lane, Bloomington, 47401. 314-313-4275 webbrk1@gmail.com
Family News
Name Day Celebration: Jan Guaditis, Susanna; Lily Lanaghan, Salome; Mary Maschino, Mariam Gillquist; Mary Magdalene (4th); Melissa Barbarick, Martha (4th); Marah Polit, Mary (4th); Nanette Plaza, Mary Ann Griggs, Mae Sampanis, Kh. Marilyn Gillquist, Holy Theotokos (4th) Glen Carter, New Martyr Archpriest Vasily (4th); Sami Koutares, Eirene (5th); Barb Grinder, Isadora (10th).
Birthday Celebration: Kristina Garletts (4th); Kh. Marilyn Gillquist (9th); Mariam Gillquist (10th); Linda Storm (10th); McKenzie Hall (10th).
Anniversary Celebration: Randel & Linda Storm (8th).
Prayer List: Kh. Parasheva; Hal (rehab); Scott (terminal heart condition) and his wife Jackie; Jim and Lisa; Taylor;Fr. Athanasius; Fr. Jerome; Fr. Basil; Fr. Matthew; Marvin; Nectaria;Shu-Mei,Charlie;Shirley; Jim;Jan; Don and Dee; those suffering the effect of Hurricanes; those suffering the war in Ukraine, and the Middle East; Peace talks; our nation and all nations’ leaders; those suffering the effect of wild fires in California; schools: children, youth and personnel across the nation; Mary Ann; Emma; Bob & Bonnie Thelen; Josiah; Jack; Christopher; Wadia; Jayci; Patricia; Kitsa; Apthrodite; Kim; Kristy; Vicki;Kenzie; Dusty; Cari; Betsy; Josh; Allison; Dn. Lawrence, Marcia; Missy; Andrew; Isaac; Leanne; Heather; Nancy; Sharon Catherine; Neumann Seraphim; Michael, Olga, Eileen, Soren, Kathy; Lexi, Ross, Vivian; Theo; Jeremy; Elias; Waded; Seraphima; Lilly’s family; Jennifer; Christy; John; Stanley; Macrina with child; Anna and child born to her; Allen; Linda; Allison and children; Kip; Hermione with child, Erica with child; Taylor with child; Penny and child born of her; Dixxie and child born of her; Megan with child; Evan; Catherine with child; Victoria with child; Whitney and children; Evan; Hannah and children.
Memory Eternal: Matushka Mary, Archimandrite Panteleimon.
Changes in the Nave: We are working to more comfortably accommodate the growing number of faithful in our parish. We removed some chairs and rearranged seating to afford everyone a better view of the iconostasis and improve the path for the Great Entrance. Standing is welcome up front or in the back on the new rugs which are specifically provided for comfortable seating during the homily. We will continue to look out for one another and make sure that those who need a chair will have one. I thank you for your cheerful patience and helpful feedback. – Fr. Peter Jon
A Pilgrimage to Holy Dormition Monastery – Friday, May 23 – Monday May 25, 2025. All Saints will be offering a pilgrimage to this women’s monastery located in south central Michigan. Rhonda & Howard Webb will be leading the group. Catechumens and Inquirers are welcome. Services are primarily in English with some Romanian. Please email Rhonda Webb at webbrk1@gmail.com to sign up – space is limited. Priority will be given to those who have not visited a monastery before. See flyer on the bulletin board for more details.
All Saints’ Sunday Meal:
Today, Sunday: 1st Sunday Host A- Coats, with Martha Barbarick as lead hostess.
Next week: 2nd Sunday Host Coffman-Holland, with Elizabeth Carter as lead hostess.
Giving Opportunities:
Food Pantry: Thank you for the generous support.Our in-houseFood 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. We welcome and encourage you to contribute to their ongoing support.
Benevolence Fund: Donations may be made to this fund throughout the year and are mainly used to support families in need of help with rent and utilities payments.
Donations to the church are being made online at www.allsaintsbloomington.org and by U.S mail. Many thanks to all who continue supporting All Saints.