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Sts. Constantine & Helen Cathedral
Publish Date: 2022-01-30
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Sts. Constantine & Helen Cathedral

General Information

  • Phone:
  • (216) 932-3300
  • Fax:
  • (216) 932-0825
  • Street Address:

  • 3352 Mayfield Road

  • Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
  • Mailing Address:

  • 3352 Mayfield Road

  • Cleveland Heights, OH 44118


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Today

Jan 30, 2022

01/30/2022

SUNDAY OF THE THREE HIERARCHS
MATINS: 8:15 a.m.
LITURGY: 9:30 a.m.
ACOLYTES: Team B
PROSFORA: Katina Nicolacakis 
PANGARI:Team A: Eftihia Tsengas,  Clay White, Tom Parras
EPISTLE: Hebrews 13:7-16
GOSPEL: Matthew 5:14-19
MEMORIAL: 10:45 a.m. 10 year  Memorial   for John G Callos
NO COFFEE HOUR
STREAMING SERVICE:   youtube.com/stsconstantine

 


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Gospel and Epistle Readings

Matins Gospel Reading

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.


Epistle Reading

Prokeimenon. Plagal 4th Tone. Psalm 18.4,1.
Their voice has gone out into all the earth.
Verse: The heavens declare the glory of God.

The reading is from St. Paul's Letter to the Hebrews 13:7-16.

Brethren, remember your leaders, those who spoke to you the word of God; consider the outcome of their lives, and imitate their faith. Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and for ever. Do not be led away by diverse and strange teachings; for it is well that the heart be strengthened by grace, not by foods, which have not benefited their adherents. We have an altar from which those who serve the tent have no right to eat. For the bodies of those animals whose blood is brought into the sanctuary by the high priest as a sacrifice for sin are burned outside the camp. So Jesus also suffered outside the gate in order to sanctify the people through his own blood. Therefore let us go forth to him outside the camp and bear the abuse he endured. For here we have no lasting city, but we seek the city which is to come. Through him then let us continually offer up a sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of lips that acknowledge his name. Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God.


Gospel Reading

Synaxis of The Three Hierarchs: Basil the Great, Gregory the Theologian, & John Chrysostom
The Reading is from 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."


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Wisdom of the Fathers

"But whosoever shall do and teach," said He, "shall be called great." For not to ourselves alone, should we be profitable, but to others also; since neither is the reward as great for him who guides himself aright, as for one who with himself adds also another.
St. John Chrysostom
Homilies 15 and 16 on Matthew 5, 4th Century

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This Week

THIS COMING WEEK

Mon, Jan 31st     - 6:30 p.m. - Girls Basketball practice
                           - 7:30 p.m.  - Gamblers Anonymous
Tues, Feb 1st     - 6:30 p.m. - Boys Basketball practice
                          - 7:00 p.m. - Adult Greek, Beginners
Weds, Feb 2nd   - 9:30 a.m.  - Liturgy  (Presentation of Christ)
                           
- 6:30 p.m. - Girls Basketball practice
                           - 7:00 p.m. - Adult Greek, Beginners (online)
Thurs, Feb 3rd    - 10:30 a.m. - Beginner's Online Greek
                           11:30 a.m. - Intermediate Online Greek
                           - 6:30 p.m. - Boys Basketball practice
Sat, Feb 5th        - 5:00 p.m. - Vespers (& Confessions) 
Sun, Feb 6th       - 8:15 a.m.  - Matins
                           - 9:30 a.m.  - Liturgy 
                          Credit Card Sunday


ONLINE TEXTS OF SERVICES

Those wishing to follow the livestreamed services with a written text may do so using the links below.
Electronic Version of Orthros (Matins) on Jan 30th:

Electronic Version of Divine Liturgy on Jan 30th:


VISITORS & SACRAMENTS

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.


HOUSE BLESSINGS

 By now you should have received the schedule for house blessings in 2022. 

(1) If you have pledged for the year 2021 or 2022, you will get a visit, unless you call the office to say otherwise. 
(2) No offense taken if you choose to cancel. Please take no offense that Fr. Stephen will come with a mask on. 
(3) Please call with special requests, such as "before 3:00 PM" or "after 6:30 PM." 

HELP WANTED

We need volunteers who are willing to take turns running the Sunday livestream for those unable to come to church. The setup is in the balcony; a level of comfort with computers is all that is needed. Hours: 9:00-11:00 AM. Please contact Fr. Stephen at frstephen@stsconstantine.com or Clay White at rcw69@case.edu.


ADULT GREEK CLASSES

Adult Greek classes will resume being held on Tuesdays as of February 1st.  Wednesday and Thursday classes will remain on their current schedule. If there are any questions, please email Maria Sikoutris at orthodox_education@stsconstantine.com.


COFFEE HOUR RESTARTING SOON - HOSTS WANTED

Coffee Hour is not yet back in the Cathedral Center though we hope it will be returning soon. February dates are filled, but we have openings in March and April.  Please send an email to office@stsconstantine.com or call the church office to book your preferred day. 


PHILOPTOCHOS

Philoptochos would like to thank you for your past support and ask you to join us as a member in 2022. The Philoptochos is striving to provide much-needed support to our church and community and could use your help. 

If you aren't already, please become a member today by mailing a check for $30 with the membership form (available on the website or at church). Or simply send a check made out to Philoptochos Membership along with your name, address and phone number to the church or to Anne Mitchell. We hope you are blessed with health and happiness in the new year!


ST. HERMAN'S PIZZA DINNER

Faith in Action will be serving Guy's Pizza for dinner to the St. Herman's community TODAY, Sunday, January 30th at 5:30 p.m. We will be serving the food outside. If you are interested in contributing money toward the pizza/dinner, bringing items for the dinner, or in helping serve the dinner, please contact Peter or Denise Poulos at pmp17@case.edu. See below for list of needed items:

  • Guy's Pizza (approximately $300 in cost);
  • 90 pieces of fruit;
  • 90 snacks;
  • 90 candy bars;
  • 90 water bottles; and
  • 90 styrofoam containers.

Thank you and keep the faith!


FAITH IN ACTION - Upcoming Activities

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)


SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!

Parishioner Michael Iliopoulos will be appearing on Wheel of Fortune on this coming Tuesday, February 1st @ 7:00 p.m. on CBS. He and his family invite you to tune in & cheer him on!

 


ORTHODOX FORUM

Orthodox Forum is still on hold for a little longer.  The Parish Council has put in-person activities on hold through the end of January; we hope to return on February 6th.


GOYA / YOUNG ADULT ACTIVITIES

 1) St. Kyranna Cooking Class will have its next meeting on Friday, February 18th @ 7:00 p.m. Our guest instructors will be Georgia & Olympia Christides, and we'll be making halva. Fellowship with wine & board games will follow after class. RSVP to Ted at tcherpas@stsconstantine.com February 14th. 

2) GOYA will have its annual end-of-basketball "banquet" on Saturday, March 5th from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. The event will feature Vespers, a potluck supper, and emotional speeches from the coaches. Save the date, and come hungry!

3) GOYA will be visiting St. Mary of Egypt Orthodox Food Bank on Saturday, March 19th from 12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m. This will be our 2022 Lenten service project. Send RSVPs and any questions to Ted.

4) Camp Nazareth will be hosting twin Lenten retreats in 2022. The young adult retreat will be the weekend of March 25th - 27th, and the GOYA retreat will be the following weekend of April 1st - 3rd. Registration for both retreats will be available online shortly. Mark your calendars, and send any questions to Ted.


ORTHODOX EDUCATION UPDATED NEWS

As part of our response to the Omicron variant outbreak,  Orthodox Education classes have been cancelled through January 31st. If there are any questions, about this decision please email Maria Sikoutris at  orthodox_education@stsconstantine.com.


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Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Grave Tone

By your cross you destroyed death, and opened paradise to the thief. You transformed the sorrow of the Myrrh-bearers, and commanded the apostles to proclaim that you have risen from the dead, Christ our God, granting to the world great mercy.

Apolytikion for Three Hierarchs in the 1st Tone

The three most great luminaries of the Three-Sun Divinity have illumined all of the world with the rays of doctrines divine and true; they are the sweetly-flowing rivers of wisdom, who with godly knowledge have watered all creation in clear and mighty streams: The great and sacred Basil, and the Theologian, wise Gregory, together with the renowned John, the famed Chrysostom of golden speech. Let us all who love their divinely-wise words come together, honouring them with hymns; for ceaselessly they offer entreaty for us to the Trinity.

Seasonal Kontakion in the 1st Tone

Your birth sanctified a Virgin's womb and properly blessed the hands of Symeon. Having now come and saved us O Christ our God, give peace to Your commonwealth in troubled times and strengthen those in authority, whom You love, as only the loving One.
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