SUNDAY OF THE HOLY FATHERS
MATINS: 8:15 a.m.
LITURGY: 9:30 a.m.
EPISTLE: Titus 3:8-15
GOSPEL: Matthew 5:14-19
PROSFORA: Anna Tsagaris
PANGARI: Team A: Eftihia Tsengas, Steven Demetriou, Tom Parras
COFFEE HOSTS: Maria Goudas-Ksenyak
STREAMING SERVICE: youtube.com/stsconstantine
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.
Prokeimenon. Plagal 2nd Tone. Psalm 31.11,1.
Be glad in the Lord, and rejoice, O righteous.
Verse: Blessed are they whose transgressions have been forgiven.
The reading is from St. Paul's Letter to Titus 3:8-15.
Titus, my son, the saying is sure. I desire you to insist on these things, so that those who have believed in God may be careful to apply themselves to good deeds; these are excellent and profitable to men. But avoid stupid controversies, genealogies, dissensions, and quarrels over the law, for they are unprofitable and futile. As for a man who is factious, after admonishing him once or twice, have nothing more to do with him, knowing that such a person is perverted and sinful; he is self-condemned.
When I send Artemas or Tychicos to you, do your best to come to me at Nicopolis, for I have decided to spend the winter there. Do your best to speed Zenas the lawyer and Apollos on their way; see that they lack nothing. And let our people learn to apply themselves to good deeds, so as to help cases of urgent need, and not to be unfruitful.
All who are with me send greeting to you. Greet those who love us in the faith. Grace be with you all. Amen.
Sunday of the Holy Fathers of the 4th Ecumenical Council
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."
Mon, July 18th - 9:30 a.m. - Festival baking: Spanakopita
- 6:00 p.m. - Jr.& Sr. Hellenic Dancers
- 7:30 p.m. - Gamblers Anonymous
- OFFICE CLOSED - reopens Tues
Tues, July 19th - Greek Day at Kennywood
Weds, July 20th - 9:30 a.m. - Liturgy: Prophet Elias
- 6:00 p.m. - Jr.& Sr. Hellenic Dancers
Fri, July 22nd - 9:30 a.m. - Liturgy: St. Markella
Sat, July 23rd - 5:00 p.m. - Vespers
Sun, July 24th - 8:15 a.m. - Matins
- 9:30 a.m. - Liturgy
Those wishing to follow the livestreamed services with a written text may do so using the links below.
Electronic Version of Orthros (Matins) on July 17th:
Electronic Version of Divine Liturgy on July 17th:
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.
Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Festival will be held from August 18th - August 21st. You can once again visit http://clevelandgreek.com/ for updates as they become available.
Our festival is quickly approaching (August 18-21) and we need volunteers. Please don't wait to be asked to volunteer. Sign up by doing one of the following:
Please be generous with your time!!
Baking for the 2022 Greek Festival has begun! Schedules are posted outside the Cathedral Center and are available from the office on request. Dates for the week ahead will be shown in the This Week section of the bulletin whenever room permits.
Practices for both Junior and Senior Hellenic Dancers are on Mondays and Wednesdays, here at Church from 6:00 p.m.- 7:30 p.m.
Coffee Hour may be continue to be Cancelled - unless we get some volunteers! The following dates are STILL in need of hosts:
- July 31st
(NOTE: Aug 7th is listed in some printed bulletins as open, but has since been claimed - thank you!)
Please send an email to office@stsconstantine.com or call the church office to book your preferred day.
1) Orthodoxy on Tap (ages 21 - 35ish) will have its next event on Saturday, July 23rd @ 6:00 p.m. Our guest speaker will be Alyssa Kyritsis, the new Metropolis of Pittsburgh Youth Director, and we will meet at Annunciation, Akron. RSVP by Monday, July 18th. The event is BYOB, and will be preceded by Vespers at 5:00 p.m.
2) OCF (college student ministry) will have a summer Zoom reunion on Thursday, July 28th @ 7:30 p.m. The event will be online to accommodate John Carroll students who don't spend their summers in Northeast Ohio. Non-JCU students are also welcome to join. To participate, RSVP to Ted by Tuesday, July 26th.
3) GOYA will have a "Kickball Picnic" on Saturday, July 30th @ 4:00 p.m. at Bexley Park in South Euclid. Come enjoy the summer weather with your GOYA friends! Participants are asked to bring something to share for a potluck picnic. Kindly RSVP by Sunday, July 24th.
4) GOYA is invited to the 2022 Regional "Camp Reunion" Paraklesis service on Friday, August 12th at 6:00 p.m. @ Annunciation, Akron. Ted specifically asked the Metropolis to make sure this event wouldn't conflict with St. Cons Greek dance practice. Let's have a good showing this year and go see our camp friends!
5) GOYA is joining FOCUS for its annual backpack drive. You can participate by volunteering to fill a backpack for a student in need right here in Cleveland. The packing list includes items like pencils, folders, and index cards. The deadline to have everything collected is Sunday, July 31st. Please see Ted to get involved.
ZOE for Life®️ is growing and has more roles to fill. An Executive Director is sought to lead our Women's Center. This would be a full time position in the Cleveland, Ohio, area. We are also still looking for someone with a background in Accounting who could volunteer a few hours a month to assist our Treasurer.
For more information on the Executive Director position, or to submit a resume, contact: paulamk@roadrunner.com. If you are able to volunteer to help our Treasurer, please reach out to Karen Contoveros, cell ph. 440-759-6215. Thank you.
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.
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.
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)
Next Sunday we will welcome to our parish Alyssa Kyritsis, our new Metropolis Youth Director. After graduating from Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School with high distinction, Alyssa served as the pastoral assistant at St. John the Divine Greek Orthodox Church in Jacksonville, Florida for 6.5 years. Last year, His Eminence Metropolitan Savas appointed Alyssa to begin a new youth ministry here within our Metropolis. We are delighted that Alyssa has returned home to the Metropolis of Pittsburgh, and very excited to have her here with us!
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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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