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Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2017-07-09
Bulletin Contents
Gospel and Epistle Readings
Hymns of the Day
Wisdom of the Fathers
Welcome Home!
Holy Communion
St. Macrina's Academy
Parish Life
Memorials
Readings for next week

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Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church

General Information

  • Phone:
  • (307) 635-5929
  • Street Address:

  • 501 West 27th Street

  • Cheyenne, WY 82001
  • Mailing Address:

  • P.O. Box 112

  • Cheyenne, WY 82003

Contact Information

Priest Fr Jason Dickey

frjasondickey@gmail.com | 3076355929

Services Schedule

Weekday Services: Divine Liturgy 9:30 am  (please see our church calendar for our feastday schedule!)

Sunday: Orthros (Matins) 8:30 am Divine Liturgy  9:30 am

 

Past Bulletins


Gospel and Epistle Readings

Matins Gospel Reading

Fifth Orthros Gospel
The Reading is from Luke 24:13-35

At that time, two of them were going to a village named Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem, and talking with each other about all these things that had happened. While they were talking and discussing together, Jesus himself drew near and went with them. But their eyes were kept from recognizing him. And he said to them, "What is this conversation which you are holding with each other as you walk?" And they stood still looking sad. Then one of them, named Cleopas, answered him, "Are you the only visitor to Jerusalem who does not know the things that have happened there in these days?" And he said to them, "What things?" And they said to him, "Concerning Jesus of Nazareth, who was a prophet mighty in deed and word before God and all the people, and how our chief priests and rulers delivered him up to be condemned to death, and crucified him. But we had hoped that he was the one to redeem Israel. Yes, and besides all this, it is now the third day since this happened. Moreover, some women of our company amazed us. They were at the tomb early in the morning and did not find his body; and they came back saying that they had even seen a vision of angels, who said that he was alive. Some of those who were with us went to the tomb, and found it just as the women had said; but him they did not see." And he said to them, "O foolish men, and slow of heart to believe all that the prophets have spoken! Was it not necessary that the Christ should suffer these things and enter into his glory?" And beginning with Moses and all the prophets, he interpreted to them in all the scriptures the things concerning himself.

So they drew near to the village to which they were going. He appeared to be going further, but they constrained him, saying, "Stay with us, for it is toward evening and the day is now far spent." So he went in to stay with them. When he was at table with them, he took the bread and blessed, and broke it, and gave it to them. And their eyes were opened and they recognized him; and he vanished out of their sight. They said to each other, "Did not our hearts burn within us while he talked to us on the road, while he opened to us the scriptures?" And they rose that same hour and returned to Jerusalem; and they found the eleven gathered together and those who were with them, who said, "The Lord has risen indeed, and has appeared to Simon!" Then they told what had happened on the road, and how he was known to them in the breaking of the bread.

Epistle Reading

Prokeimenon. 4th Mode. Psalm 103.24,1.
O Lord, how manifold are your works. You have made all things in wisdom.
Verse: Bless the Lord, O my soul.

The reading is from St. Paul's Letter to the Romans 10:1-10.

BRETHREN, my heart's desire and prayer to God for them is that they may be saved. I bear them witness that they have a zeal for God, but it is not enlightened. For, being ignorant of the righteousness that comes from God, and seeking to establish their own, they did not submit to God's righteousness. For Christ is the end of the law, that every one who has faith may be justified. Moses writes that the man who practices the righteousness which is based on the law shall live by it. But the righteousness based on faith says, Do not say in your heart, "Who will ascend into heaven?" (that is, to bring Christ down) or "Who will descend into the abyss?" (that is, to bring Christ up from the dead). But what does it say? The word is near you, on your lips and in your heart (that is, the word of faith which we preach); because, if you confess with your lips that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For man believes with his heart and so is justified, and he confesses with his lips and so is saved.

Gospel Reading

5th Sunday of Matthew
The Reading is from Matthew 8:28-34; 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 would pass that way. And behold, they cried out, "What have you to do with us, O Son of God? Have you 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 you cast 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.

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Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the 4th Mode

Having learned the joyful proclamation of the Resurrection from the Angel, and having cast off the ancestral condemnation, the women disciples of the Lord spake to the Apostles exultantly: Death is despoiled and Christ God is risen, granting great mercy to the world.

Apolytikion for Saints Constantine and Helen in the 1st Mode

Having seen the sign of the Cross in the sky and like Paul having received his calling from heaven, and not from men, Your apostle among Kings, Lord, placed his capitol in Your hand. Preserve our country in everlasting peace, through the intercessions of the Theotokos, for You alone are the Lover of mankind. 

Seasonal Kontakion in the 2nd Mode

A protection of Christians unshamable, intercessor to our Holy Maker, unwavering, please reject not the prayerful cries of those who are in sin. Instead, come to us, for you are good; your loving help bring unto us, who are crying in faith to you: hasten to intercede and speed now to supplicate, as a protection for all time, Theotokos, for those who honor you.
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Wisdom of the Fathers

If you love peace, be peaceful!
St. Isaac the Syrian

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Welcome Home!

FOR VISITORS

Welcome home!

Please let either a greeter or a parish council members know if this is your first time at Saints Constantine and Helen so that we can make you feel more at home.

At the end of the service, come and introduce yourself to Father Jason, and receive a piece of "antidoro" (blessed bread). Also, join us for coffee hour after Liturgy!


Remember, the Church is everyone's home whether we are longtime members of the parish, or if we are stepping into the Church for the first time. Everyone one of is responsible for showing hospitality to those who we do not know.


CHURCH ETIQUETTE

Let everything we do be done in an orderly way (1st Corinthians 14:40)


Please be respectful of both God and others in the Church. Make every effort to be in church before the Divine Liturgy begins, and to remain quiet and respectful throughout the entire service.

Appropriate clothing should be worn, hands should be prayerfully at our sides or folded, not in our pockets, or laid on the tops, or sides of the pews; there should be no food or drink in the Church (no gum chewing!) unless it's Holy Communion or food that has been blessed and distributed by a clergyman; when seated, legs should not be crossed. Remember that socializing is for coffee hour and should not take place in the narthex. Limit talking and moving around, and try not to create a distraction for yourself or for others. Please clean up after yourself, and do not leave bulletins or bread crumbs behind you once the service has come to a conclusion.


FOR MEMBERS


"I was a stranger and you welcomed me." (Matthew 25:35)


Welcome everyone (both visitors and longtime members) with a smile. If it's someone's first
time visiting Saints Constantine and Helen, help them find a seat, and to understand the service

Appropriate clothing should be worn, hands should be prayerfully at our sides or folded, not in our pockets, or laid on the tops, or sides of the pews; there should be no food or drink in the Church (no gum chewing!) unless it's Holy Communion or food that has been blessed and distributed by a clergyman; when seated, legs should not be crossed. Remember that socializing is for coffee hour and should not take place in the narthex. Limit talking and moving around, and try not to create a distraction for yourself or for others.

Please clean up after yourself, and do not leave bulletins or bread crumbs behind you once the service has come to a conclusion.

 

PARTICIPATING IN THE DIVINE LITURGY

We must all make every effort to be present and to participate in the Divine Liturgy.


Orthros (Matins) begins at 8:30 am & the Divine Liturgy at 9:30 am! Sing with the congregation! Volunteer to help the readers! The Great Doxology can be found on page 1 in the "Green Book."The hymns for the day can also be found in the bulletin.

Remember, the Divine Liturgy is meant to be a work of all people!

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Holy Communion

HOLY COMMUNION

"With the fear of God, with faith, and with love, draw near."- St. Cyril of Alexandria


Here are some things to pray and to think about before approaching the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ:


1.) The frequent reception of Holy Communion is encouraged. However, this means that we must always be prepared to receive Holy Communion. If you have not been present in the life of the Church for an extended period of time, you should speak to your priest prior to receiving Holy Communion. Never be afraid or discouraged to come and speak to Father Jason before receiving Holy Communion!

2.) We can only receive communion once we have been joined to Jesus Christ and His Holy Catholic and Apostolic Church. This takes places through the sacraments of Baptism, Chrismation, and Holy Communion in the Orthodox Church. If you would like to become an Orthodox Christian. Please see Father Jason!

3.) God knows our hearts. Through prayer and repentance, our task is to see ourselves as God does so that we will confess, not only our sins, but call upon Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior! Living our lives prayerfully gives us endless opportunities to enrich our lives as Orthodox
Christians. This of course gives us something to reflect on both before and after we consume the Body and Blood of our Lord. Are we going forth into the world in peace and loving others as God does?

4.) Nothing should be consumed prior to receiving Holy Communion unless it is medically necessary, and one consults with the priest. Women should also remove lipstick.

CAUTION! Please approach the chalice carefully! Never do anything that could potentially spill the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ from the Chalice!!!

 

PASTORAL VISITATIONS

Is anyone among you suffering? Then he must pray. Is anyone cheerful? He is to sing praises. Is anyone among you sick? Then he must call for the elders of the church and they are to pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord; and the prayer offered in faith will restore the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up, and if he has committed sins, they will be forgiven him. (James 5:13-15)


Please call the Church Office or call Father Jason’s emergency cell phone number to let him know what your pastoral needs are you can also ask your family members, a social worker, or a Hospital Chaplain to notify the Church so that they can inform Father Jason that you are in
need of pastoral care.


For additional resources about Holy Communion, Confession, or any other pastoral concern please see Father Jason or visit our Church website http://orthodoxcheyenne.org/

 

CONFESSION


A young monk said to the great ascetic Abba Sisoes: “Abba, what should I do? I fell.” The elder answered: “Get up!” The monk said: “I got up and I fell again!” The elder replied: “Get up again!” But the young monk asked: “For how long should I get up when I fall?” “Until
your death,” answered Abba Sisoes.—Sayings of the Desert Fathers


Confession is necessary for our personal healing, and for the repentance and forgiveness of sins. It’s also a vital element of our Lord’s Commission to us as Orthodox Christians for the life and growth of the Church.

Never be afraid to speak to Fr. Jason in order to make the necessary arrangements for the sacrament of confession. You can call during the week, or just get a hold of him after Liturgy!

 

 

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St. Macrina's Academy

St. Macrina's Academy

While today is the final day of classes, a special thanks goes out to all of our children, teachers, and Sunday School families who have participated throughout the year, and will continue to participate during this summer's Capital Campaign Puzzle Project.

Stay posted for activities throughout the summer for our altar boys and for Vacation Church School!

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GOYA News

Please thank and lend your support to our GOYA officers for this year:

President:  Katie Zaharas
Vice President:  Aubreyel Lawson 
Treasurer:  Morgan Pachares 
Secretary:  Alexis Zaharas

All young people who are old enough to participate in Metropolis and Archdiocese ministries (ages 11-18) are welcome to participate.

The mission and goal of GOYA ministry is to lead our young people into experiencing the Holy Orthodox Faith. By developing a personal relationship with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ and becoming active sacramental members of the living Church, our young people will be equipped with tools necessary to assist them in their journey toward salvation.

 

Greek Dance 

Greek dance practice is now taking place after church and during the latter part of coffee hour. Little Athenians will start Sunday, June 18th during coffee hour. Practises will continue through to the Greek festival. Please stay posted for announcements for dress rehearsals prior to the festival. 

Please contact Anna or George Andrikopoulos regarding questions about the Cheyenne great dancers. See Presbytera Tiffany with any questions regarding the Little Athenians. 

Ages for groups are 13 and up for the older kids, and 12 and under for the Little Athenians. Please keep in mind that both groups have different dance routines and levels of difficulty. 

All young people are invited to participate.

 

 

 

 

 

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Parish Life

 We have many things to thankful to God for:

  • Angie Andrikopoulos for baking this week's prosforo
  • Kisha Gray & Jacque Pappas for hosting fellowship
  • Anna Barker for being today's greeter
  • Everyone who has volunteered and contributed thus far for our Capital Campaign to repair and improve the facilities of Saints Constantine and Helen 

Baking

Don’t forget to join our Festival Committee in the Kitchen on the following days: July 14-15 at 9am for Baklava! 

King Soopers Gift Cards

Since April we have met our first goal of $5,000.00! The church will receive its first check for $250.00 and we are working on our 2nd goal of $5,000.00!

Thank you to everyone who has participated and shopped at King Soopers or has purchased gas at Loaf & Jug with their gift cards. 

For those who not aware of the fundraiser and would like to know more or how to receive a gift card to King Soopers, please call or email the church office.

The card is free to anyone who wants to participate.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Memorials

Memorials are being offered today for

 

Basilios Costopoulos - 1 Year

Athanasios Costopoulos - 2 Years

Zack Costopoulos - 10 Years

Nick Costopoulos - 14 Years

 

May their Memory be eternal!

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Readings for next week

Sunday of the Holy Fathers

The Gospel According to Matthew 5:14-19

The Lord said to his disciples, "You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hid. Nor do men light a lamp and put it under a bushel, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven. Think not that I have come to abolish the law and the prophets; I have come not to abolish them but to fulfill them. For truly, I say to you, till heaven and earth pass away, not an iota, not a dot, will pass from the law until all is accomplished. Whoever then relaxes one of the least of these commandments and teaches men so, shall be called least in the kingdom of heaven; but he who does them and teaches them shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven."

 

 

Thanksgiving and Supplication Prayer for the Church and Clergy

By Metropolitan Hierotheos of Nafapaktos and Agiou Vlasiou

We live in a time in which much is said and written about the Church, the Bishops and the Clergy in general. We forget, however, to do something better, which is to pray for the Church, especially for the Bishops. This is because, unfortunately, we are influenced by a secular spirit and we think that all issues are solved only with protest and anthropocentric actions.
 
I remember a certain pious lady who everyday would pray for the Patriarchs, Bishops, Priests, Monks and Missionaries that God would strengthen them in their work and mission. Indeed, those who work in the Lord's vineyard have much need, some to be strengthened in their struggles, others to endure slanders and persecutions, others to bring to repentance and shepherd their flock, in accordance with ecclesiastical tradition, etc.
 
 
Lastly, someone sent me a prayer drafted by the late Archimandrite Fr. Epiphanios Theodoropoulos for all Christians, especially for the Church and the Shepherds. We include it below and ask all our readers to pray with the words of this prayer for the peace of the Church and the benefit of the Clergy.

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Thanksgiving and Supplication Prayer for the Church and Clergy
 
 
By Archimandrite Fr. Epiphanios Theodoropoulos

Lord our God, the great and awesome and glorious, Who keeps His mercy and His covenant with those who love You and keep Your commandments, we thank You for all Your apparent and non-apparent benefactions You have bestowed upon us. We pray to You, Lord, to deliver us and redeem us, for many times we have unwisely trespassed Your laws and our appetites have been attached to the material earth. We were born as if lost vessels, and have heard the faults of those who dwell round about. Hence we supplicate to You, philanthropic Master, raise up the army of Orthodox Christians and send down upon us Your great mercy. Do not betray, Only Begotten Word of God, Your Church that You have purchased with Your Honorable Blood, to be thrashed by the winds and tossed by the waves. Say, Lord, to this riotous sea of the world's passions: "Silent, be quiet!", rebuking the winds and making them calm, that calmly and without disturbance Your divine Ship may go about the sea. Give also, loving-compassionate Lord, to Your holy Bishops and Priests whom Your Most Holy Spirit has given to shepherd Your militant Church on earth, the grace of prudence to consider and do what is pleasing to You and what is beneficial to Your secret Body. Therefore, Jesus Christ, govern and teach and illumine them who are among temporary things with the love for Your incorruptible glory, those who are bound by the earthly that their Bishops and Parishes will discern Your incorruptible Kingdom, prepared for those who love You, from the attacks of the world. Grant unto them, Lord, that in affectionate love they will incite Your honorable people, and always be ready to have their heads cut off on behalf of their flock, according to Your example. Make them despise money and glory and to be lovers of the poor, with their minds raised towards Heaven. And we pray to you, Lord, to enlighten their eyes, to give them understanding, to humble their hearts, to make their eyes pure and turn them from looking towards the material and vain. Grant us all a prosperous journey to finish the path which is narrow and straight, so that in the Heavenly Chambers we will rest in Your glory, and with Your Angels and Archangels we will sing a new and all-cheerful song to You our Master and Holy Redeemer, with Your Father Who is without beginning and Your Life-giving Spirit, now and forever and unto the unending ages. Amen.

 

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