Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost
Holy Martyr Charitina of Amisos; John, Bishop of Euchaïta;
Eudokimos of Vatopedi Monastery on Athos
EPISTLE and GOSPEL READINGS
The Epistle
Make your vows to the Lord our God and perform them. God is known in Judah; His Name is great in Israel.
The Reading from the Second Epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians. (6:16-7:1)
Brethren, we are the temple of the living God; as God said, “I will live in them and move among them, and I will be their God, and they shall be My people. Therefore, come out from them, and be separate from them,” says the Lord, “and touch nothing unclean; then I will welcome you, and I will be a father to you, and you shall be My sons and daughters, says the Lord Almighty.” Since we have these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from every defilement of body and spirit, and make holiness perfect in the fear of God.
The Gospel
The Reading 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.
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.
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 doest ever intercede for those who honor thee.
All Saints’ Festival on Fairfax
Friday, October 10 11:00am Festival set up
Saturday, October 11 11:00am – 5:00 pm
Thought for Today
“All of us are one big family and brothers to each other, because we are brothers with all people are children of God. If we truly realize that we are brothers with all people, then we will be hurt for those who live in sin. And then their sinful life will not seduce us, but we will pray for them.” -St. Paisios the Athonite
Approaching the Holy Chalice
The young children of Little Lambs and their teachers receive first, unless there are newly illumined, in which case the children go second. Everyone else in the parish family is asked to file toward the periphery, toward the narthex, and proceed down the center aisle. As we approach the chalice, we fold our arms, right over left. This is both a posture of submission and confession of Christ’s victory over death. Those who commune are asked to open their mouths wide with their heads slightly tipped back and receive the Gifts directly from the spoon. This eliminates confusion and reduces the risk of spillage.
Children’s Catechism Changes in the New Year
Little Lambs (ages 3-6) will meet as usual following the dismissal with Karen Tabbal teaching.
Bigger Lambs (or the Holy Hoggets’) (ages 7-8) will meet immediately following the dismissal with Gregory (Michael) Gill teaching.
Tween SOYO (ages 9-12) will meet at 3:30-4:30pm Saturdays with Stephen Berck and Maria Nasser teaching
Teen SOYO (ages 13-18) will meet at 3:30-5:00pm Saturdays with Kh. Kristina and Porphyrios.
Attention Parents
Please make sure your beautiful children clean up after themselves, especially in the nursery and in our outdoor spaces.
Kitchen renovation
Thank you to all who assisted with this project; especially the construction crew. Subdeacon Dan Barrett, Andrew Plaza, Bear Schulz, and John Alexander. Subdeacon Dan sends special thanks to the crew that moved out the old appliances.
Wednesdays following Daily Vespers
Thomas Przybyla will be facilitating Fr. Barnabas Powell’s “Journey to Fullness” inquirers’ class in the nave. Anyone who has been inquiring into Orthodoxy for less than 8 months should plan to attend this 16-week course.
Concurrently, Fr. Peter will teach from the new Archdiocesan Catechism in the fellowship hall. If you missed the first week of either class – no worries – we can easily catch you up!
Looking Ahead
Bible Bowl call-out
Each year, parishes have the opportunity to train for the Bible Bowl, a much-anticipated and enjoyed part of summertime Parish Life Conferences that features teams from ages 9-adult. This year’s topic is the Book of Exodus. Please plan to attend the call-out meeting for all interested youths on Sunday, October 19 at 12:30 pm in the St. George Pavilion. Please direct specific questions to Vasily or Elizabeth Carter who will serve as this year’s coordinators. meeting Sunday October 19th at 12:30pm. Please see Vasily or Elizabeth Carter for questions.
Clergy Conference
October 21-24, Fr. Peter Jon will be attending.
Archimandrite Father Jeremy
will visit All Saints October 24-26th.
This Week
Today, Sunday Myrrh Bearers’ and Tech Committee will meet following Divine Liturgy.
Monday, October 6 3rd Hour Prayers at 9:00 am; Apostle Thomas.
Tuesday, October 7 Divine Liturgy at 9:00 am; Orthodox Fellowship in Columbus, 6:00pm. St. Peter Lutheran Church in Columbus.
Wednesday, October 8 Daily Vespers at 6:00 pm. Inquirers’ Class and Catechism to follow. Pitch-in meal will be provided. Contact Juliana Schulz for suggestions of sides or items you are bringing. 812- 360-5975; jennifer.schulz3ttj@gmail.com.
Thursday, October 9 Divine Liturgy at 9:00 am; Apostle James, son of Alphaeus.
Friday, October 10 Divine Liturgy at 9:00 am.
Saturday, October 11 All Saints Festival on Fairfax, 11:00 am – 5:00pm. Great Vespers at 5:00 pm, ask Abouna to follow.
Sunday, October 12 Matins at 9:00 am; Divine Liturgyat 10:00 am.
Family News
Name Day Celebration
Charles Coats, Thomas Stucker, Apostle Thomas (6th); Jerimiah Junken, St. Innocent (6th); Averi Vician, St. Philonella (11st).
Birthday Celebration
Don Haney (6th); Mikaela Hsu (8th); Bennett and Margot Garletts (9th); Raymond Labban (10th); Josiah Skinner (11th).
Prayer List Rita; Heather; Kh. Parasheva; Hal; Jacquie; 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 war in Ukraine and the Middle East; Peace talks; our nation; all schools children, 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; Sadie and child; Kelsey and child; Nancy; Sharon Catherine; Neumann Seraphim; Michael, Olga, Eileen, Soren, Kathy; Lexi, Ross, Vivian; Theo; Jeremy; Elias; Waded; Leanne Seraphima; Lilly’s family; Jennifer; Christy; John; Stanley; Allen; Linda; Allison and children; Kip; Evan; Anastasia and family; Dorthea; Mary; Marina; Patrick; Seraphima.
Memory Eternal Bruce, Charlie; infant Graham; Steve.
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