SUNDAY OF THE FATHERS
MATINS: 8:15 am
LITURGY: 9:30 a.m.
PANGARI: Team D: George E Loucas, Clay White, Gus Kallergis
EPISTLE: Acts 20:16-18, 28-36
GOSPEL: John 17:1-13 (GREEK TEXT p. 84, black book)
COFFEE HOUR: Costa, Maria, & Gina Sarris
Tenth Orthros Gospel
The Reading is from John 21:1-14
At that time, being raised from the dead, Jesus revealed himself to the disciples by the Sea of Tiberias; and he revealed himself in this way. Simon Peter, Thomas called the Twin, Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two others of his disciples were together. Simon Peter said to them, "I am going fishing." They said to him, "We will go with you." They went out and got into the boat; but that night they caught nothing. Just as day was breaking, Jesus stood on the beach; but the disciples did not know that it was Jesus. Jesus said to them, "Children, have you any fish?" They answered him, "No." He said to them, "Cast the net on the right side of the boat, and you will find some." So they cast it, and now they were not able to haul it in, for the quantity of fish. The disciple whom Jesus loved said to Peter, "It is the Lord!" When Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he put on his clothes, for he was stripped for work, and sprang into the sea. But the other disciples came in the boat, dragging the net full of fish, for they were not far from the land, but about a hundred yards off.
When they got out on land, they saw a charcoal fire there, with fish lying on it, and bread. Jesus said to them, "Bring some of the fish that you have just caught." So Simon Peter went aboard and hauled the net ashore, full of large fish, a hundred and fifty-three of them; and although there were so many, the net was not torn. Jesus said to them, "Come and have breakfast." Now none of the disciples dared ask him, "Who are you?" They knew it was the Lord. Jesus came and took the bread and gave it to them, and so with the fish. This was now the third time that Jesus was revealed to the disciples after he was raised from the dead.
Prokeimenon. 4th Tone. Daniel 3.26,27.
Blessed are you, O Lord, the God of our fathers.
Verse: For you are just in all you have done.
The reading is from Acts of the Apostles 20:16-18, 28-36.
IN THOSE DAYS, Paul had decided to sail past Ephesos, so that he might not have to spend time in Asia; for he was hastening to be at Jerusalem, if possible, on the day of Pentecost. And from Miletos he sent to Ephesos and called to him the elders of the church. And when they came to him, he said to them: "Take heed to yourselves and to all the flock, in which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to care for the church of God which he obtained with the blood of his own Son. I know that after my departure fierce wolves will come in among you, not sparing the flock; and from among your own selves will arise men speaking perverse things, to draw away the disciples after them. Therefore be alert, remembering that for three years I did not cease night or day to admonish every one with tears. And now I commend you to God and to the word of his grace, which is able to build you up and to give you the inheritance among all those who are sanctified. I coveted no one's silver or gold or apparel. You yourselves know that these hands ministered to my necessities, and to those who were with me. In all things I have shown you that by so toiling one must help the weak, remembering the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, 'it is more blessed to give than to receive.' " And when he had spoken thus, he knelt down and prayed with them all.
Fathers of the 1st Council
The Reading is from John 17:1-13
At that time, Jesus lifted up his eyes to heaven and said, "Father, the hour has come; glorify your Son that the Son may glorify you, since you have given him power over all flesh, to give eternal life to all whom you have given him. And this is eternal life, that they know you the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent. I glorified you on earth, having accomplished the work which you gave me to do; and now, Father, you glorify me in your own presence with the glory which I had with you before the world was made.
"I have manifested your name to the men whom you gave me out of the world; yours they were, and you gave them to me, and they have kept your word. Now they know that everything that you have given me is from you; for I have given them the words which you gave me, and they have received them and know in truth that I came from you; and they have believed that you did send me. I am praying for them; I am not praying for the world but for those whom you have given me, for they are mine; all mine are yours, and yours are mine, and I am glorified in them. And now I am no more in the world, but they are in the world, and I am coming to you. Holy Father, keep them in your name, which you have given me, that they may be one, even as we are one. While I was with them, I kept them in your name, which you have given me; I have guarded them, and none of them is lost but the son of perdition, that the scripture might be fulfilled. But now I am coming to you; and these things I speak in the world, that they may have my joy fulfilled in themselves."
Mon, June 14th - 7:30 p.m. - Gamblers Anonymous
Fri, June 18th - 7:30 p.m. - Gamblers Anonymous
Sat, June 19th - 9:30 a.m. - Liturgy: Saturday of Souls
- 5:00 p.m. - Vespers
Sun, June 20th - PENTECOST
- 8:15 a.m. - Matins
- 9:30 a.m. - Liturgy
Everyone is welcome in the Orthodox Church & may receive the blessed bread (antidoron) at the end of the service, but only practicing Orthodox Christians may receive the sacrament of Holy Communion.
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Electronic Version of Orthros (Matins) on June 13:
Electronic Version of Divine Liturgy on June 13:
The St. Herman House On-Line Auction begins Sunday, June 6th at 8:00 am, closes Monday, June 14 at 9:00 pm, and is open to everyone. Many exciting prizes including vacation homes, boat rides, restaurants, desserts, golf foursomes and much more. To view the auction items and place a bid, please visit:
https://www.32auctions.com/StHermansGolfClassic2021
We have decided to bring back our great Greek Festival – Live and in-person, with music & dancing. Most of your favorites will be back as you’ve come to know them., from August 19th-22nd. There will be a few modifications, to avoid crowding:
· No activities in the Fellowship Hall or upstairs, except Dining Room
· No flea market.
The baking schedule is out now; check your email or contact the Church office if you didn't get one.
God willing and with your help, the Sunday coffee hours will continue. The socialization that goes with coffee hours has been missed. However, willing hosts for the coffee hours are needed for two more weeks in June, all of July and August - and beyond!
Please call the church office or write to office@stsconstantine.com to volunteer. All local regulations regarding food service must be respected.
Bible Study
Online Bible Study sessions are currently being scheduled. If you are interested in an invite, or for current dates and topics, please email dtsengas@yahoo.com.
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Prayer Team
We will be holding prayer sessions every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday of each week at 8:30pm (EST) for all those who are able to participate. Dean Tsengas will be leading the evening prayer sessions on Zoom. Contact him at dtsengas@yahoo.com for the Zoom link.
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Thank you and keep the faith!
“Show me your faith without your works, and I will show you my faith by my works.” (James 2:18)
The St. Herman's Golf Classic is back! The 8th Annual St. Herman Golf Classic will take place Monday, June 14th at the Tanglewood Club. If you would like to play and/or be a sponsor, please contact Dick Warren (216-287-6886) or sign up electronically at www.sainthermans.org/golf. Details are on the bulletin board.
1) GOYA is joining FOCUS for its annual backpack drive. You can participate by volunteering to fill a backpack for a less fortunate student right here in Cleveland! The packing list includes items like pencils, folders, and index cards. The deadline to have everything collected is Saturday, July 31st. Please see Ted to get involved or with any questions.
2) All young adults (ages 21 - 35ish) are invited to a potluck fellowship at Annunciation, Akron on Friday, June 18th @ 6:00 p.m. Participants are asked to bring a fasting-friendly dish to share. Fr. Nicholas Manuel will lead a discussion on how technology has affected us during the pandemic. RSVP to Fr. Nick at nmanuel@annunciationakron.org.
3) Orthodoxy on Tap will have its next young adult event (ages 21 - 35ish) on Friday, June 25th @ 7:00 p.m. This will be an in-person event at the Kiwanis Pavilion (6363 Selig Dr, Independence). Our guest speaker will be Fr. Andrew Lentz on the theme of "Orthodox Unity." Participants are asked to bring something to share for a *fast-free* potluck supper! Kindly RSVP by Wednesday, June 23rd to gorealcleveland@gmail.com.
4) OCF (college student ministry) will have its 1st "summer meeting" on Thursday, July 1st @ 7:30 p.m. via Zoom. This will be an opportunity for us to reconnect at a time when few people are on campus and we don't normally see each other. Contact Ted for the link to join the call.
VACATION CHURCH SCHOOL
Thank you so much to all who helped during our Vacation Church School. Your help was greatly needed and appreciated. We could not have done it without you.
Upcoming Events:
Sat, July 17th - We will have our OE picnic at Highland Heights Park and Pool at 1:30-4:30 pm. Please RSVP to Maria at orthodox_education@stsconstantine.com if you will be using the pool.
We have had a couple of inquiries lately looking for someone to provide home assistance for senior parishioners. If you are able to assist, or know of someone who might be suitable, please contact the office at (216) 932-3300 or by email to office@stsconstantine.com.
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Your Apostle among the Rulers, St. Constantine, who once beheld in the sky the image of Your Cross, and who like Paul received his calling not from man, once entrusted the Ruling City into Your hand. We entreat You to restore it in peace forever, at the intercession of the Theotokos, O Lord who loves humanity. (Copyright Fr. Seraphim Dedes, used by permission. All rights reserved)
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