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Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral
Publish Date: 2020-10-25
Bulletin Contents
Welcome to our parish
Hymns of the Day
Gospel and Epistle Readings
Saints and Feasts
Parish News and Announcements
Bulletin inserts
Ecumenical Patriarchate News
Greek Orthodox Archdiocese News
Archepiscopal Message
Calendar of Annunciation
Wisdom of the Fathers
Gadarene
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Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral

General Information

  • Phone:
  • (313)965-2988
  • Fax:
  • (313) 965-2428
  • Street Address:

  • 707 E. Lafayette Blvd.

  • Detroit, MI 48226

Contact Information

Rev. Fr. Georgios Manias
Priest

fgeorgiosmanias@hotmail.com | 313-588-0829

Harry Harris
Parish Council President

herouvis@gmail.com | 313-920-6174

Olga Mihas
Church Secretary

annunciation@prodigy.net | 313-965-2988

Services Schedule

Sunday Service
Matins 9:00 am
Divine Liturgy 10:00 am

Past Bulletins


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Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Third Mode

Let the heavens rejoice and the earth be glad, for the Lord by His Might, has created a Dominion. He has conquered death by death, and become the first-born of the dead. He has delivered us from the depths of Hades, and has granted the world great mercy.

Apolytikion for Martyrs Marcian and Martyrius in the Fourth Mode

Thy Martyrs, O Lord, in their courageous contest for Thee received as the prize the crowns of incorruption and life from Thee, our immortal God. For since they possessed Thy strength, they cast down the tyrants and wholly destroyed the demons' strengthless presumption. O Christ God, by their prayers, save our souls, since Thou art merciful.

Seasonal Kontakion in the Second Mode

O Protection of Christians that cannot be put to shame, mediation unto the creator most constant: O despise not the voices of those who have sinned; but be quick, O good one, to come unto our aid, who in faith cry unto thee: Hasten to intercession and speed thou to make supplication, O thou who dost ever protect, O Theotokos, them that honor thee.
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Gospel and Epistle Readings

Matins Gospel Reading

Ninth Orthros Gospel
The Reading is from John 20:19-31

On the evening of that day, the first day of the week, the doors being shut where the disciples were for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and said to them: "Peace be with you." When he had said this, he showed them his hands and his side. Then the disciples were glad when they saw the Lord. Jesus said to them again, "Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, even so I send you." And when he had said this, he breathed on them, and said to them: "Receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven; if you retain the sins of any, they are retained."

Now Thomas, one of the twelve, called the Twin, was not with them when Jesus came. So the other disciples told him: "We have seen the Lord." But he said to them: "Unless I see in his hands the print of the nails, and place my finger in the mark of the nails, and place my hand in his side, I will not believe."

Eight days later, his disciples were again in the house, and Thomas was with them. The doors were shut, but Jesus came and stood among them, and said: "Peace be with you." Then he said to Thomas, "Put your finger here, and see my hands; and put out your hand, and place it in my side; do not be faithless, but believing." Thomas answered him, "My Lord and my God!" Jesus said to him, "Have you believed because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not seen and yet believe."

Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that believing you may have life in his name.

Epistle Reading

Prokeimenon. Third Mode. Psalm 46.6,1.
Sing praises to our God, sing praises.
Verse: Clap your hands, all you nations.

The reading is from St. Paul's Letter to the Galatians 1:11-19.

Brethren, I would have you know that the gospel which was preached by me is not man's gospel. For I did not receive it from man, nor was I taught it, but it came through a revelation of Jesus Christ. For you have heard of my former life in Judaism, how I persecuted the church of God violently and tried to destroy it; and I advanced in Judaism beyond many of my own age among my people, so extremely zealous was I for the traditions of my fathers. But when he who had set me apart before I was born, and had called me through his grace, was pleased to reveal his Son to me, in order that I might preach him among the Gentiles, I did not confer with flesh and blood, nor did I go up to Jerusalem to those who were apostles before me, but I went away into Arabia; and again I returned to Damascus. Then after three years I went up to Jerusalem to visit Cephas, and remained with him fifteen days. But I saw none of the other apostles except James the Lord's brother.

Gospel Reading

6th Sunday of Luke
The Reading is from Luke 8:26-39

At that time, as Jesus arrived at the country of the Gadarenes, there met him a man from the city who had demons; for a long time he had worn no clothes and he lived not in a house but among the tombs. When he saw Jesus, he cried out and fell down before him, and said with a loud voice, "What have you to do with me, Jesus, Son of the Most High God? I beseech you, do not torment me." For he had commanded the unclean spirit to come out of the man. (For many a time it had seized him; he was kept under guard, and bound with chains and fetters, but he broke the bonds and was driven by the demon into the desert.) Jesus then asked him, "What is your name?" And he said, "Legion"; for many demons had entered him. And they begged him not to command them to depart into the abyss. Now a large herd of swine was feeding there on the hillside; and they begged him to let them enter these. So he gave them leave. Then the demons came out of the man and entered the swine, and the herd rushed down the steep bank into the lake and were drowned. When the herdsmen saw what happened, they fled, and told it in the city and in the country. Then people went out to see what had happened, and they came to Jesus, and found the man from whom the demons had gone, sitting at the feet of Jesus, clothed and in his right mind; and they were afraid. And those who had seen it told them how he who had been possessed with demons was healed. Then all the people of the surrounding country of the Gadarenes asked him to depart from them; for they were seized with great fear; so he got into the boat and returned. The man from whom the demons had gone begged that he might be with him; but he sent him away, saying, "Return to your home, and declare how much God has done for you." And he went away, proclaiming throughout the whole city how much Jesus had done for him.

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Saints and Feasts

Gadarene
October 25

6th Sunday of Luke

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Parish News and Announcements

TRISAGION

Stella Politis, 11 years.  May Her Memory be Eternal.


BEREAVEMENT

Our prayers and condolences go out to the family of Angeline J. Pappas.  Angeline was laid to rest at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Detroit, on October 22, 2020.
May Her Memory be Eternal.

Angeline J. Pappas
May 26, 1929 - October 17, 2020
Angie was born in Detroit, Michigan to Demitri and Georgia Pappas. She graduated from Wayne State University in Michigan, obtained the distinction of two master’s degrees, and completed the required coursework toward her PhD in Psychology from the University of Michigan. She was guidance counselor at Horace Greeley High School from 1961-1993 at which point she became President of the St. Basil’s Academy in Garrison, NY. Upon retirement, she served her beloved Church of Our Saviour, in Rye, NY as Office Assistant until 2013.

Beloved friend to children and adults alike, Angie is remembered for her gentle yet effective manner, her sense of humor, love of basset hounds, stuffed animals, photography, history, black coffee, and cars. Her Camaro and Porsche, fixtures outside her high school office window, were not her only vehicles to bear the “MGoBlue” license plates. She was as fiercely loyal to her alma matter as to her relationships. Her generous support included childrens’ charities as well as animal rescue organizations.

Angie was devoted to her niece, Mardene Galanos Morykwas (deceased), and is survived by her nephew-in-law Michael Morykwas of Winston Salem, North Carolina. She leaves behind her church family in Westchester whose lives she impacted in ways large and small.

Mother to us all, Angie lived a life of service. Her warm embrace will be eternally felt by those that had the privilege to know her. She was 91 years old.


LIVE STREAMING OF SERVICES

We are pleased to announce that you can now watch live streaming of the Annunciation Cathedral services, starting at 10:00 a.m. every Sunday.  

Please go directly to our website: annunciationcathedral.org

click the link: Annunciation Cathedral Services


VIRTUAL BIBLE STUDY

10/28/2020

Please join Father Georgios Manias for Virtual Bible Study classes that will be held every other Wednesday, at 7:00 PM.  Our next class will be on Wednesday, October 28 at 7:00 PM

Join Zoom Meeting: https://goarch.zoom.us/j/94427933831

Dial by your location: +1 646 876 9923 US

Meeting ID: 944 2793 3831

John 5: 1-47

Greek: http://onlinechapel.goarch.org/biblegreek/Bible.grc.GBS.NT.1904.John/Bible.grc.GBS.NT.1904.John.5_v1.pdf

English: https://bibles.org/bible/555fef9a6cb31151-01/JHN.5


SUNDAY SCHOOL REGISTRATION

On behalf of Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedrals Sunday School we would like to invite your family to register your child (ren) for the 2020/2021 Ecclestical  school year! We do realize that this school year may look different due to Covid 19 but rest assured we will be working together to ensure a safe learning experience for your family. We will begin this school year the way most school districts are, by providing virtual learning. There may be an option to transition to the classroom beginning 2021. At the moment this is just a possibility based on everyone's safety. One thing different this year is that we have a link provided below to submit your child (ren) Sunday School Registration form. We are currently looking to meet on Saturday afternoon or evenings for 30-45 minutes, in the very bottom box that requires your child's patron Saints name and date entered, could you please also include rather afternoon or evening would work best for your family. Please look to your email for further communication and feel free to reach out with any comments or questions. We look forward to another wonderful year!

Best Regards,
Annunciation Cathedrals Sunday School
 

PHILOPTOCHOS NEWS

PHILOPTOCHOS NEWS

Our fundraising efforts have been seriously affected by Covid-19 restrictions, therefore our ability to help those in need has been severely restricted. Your contribution of any amount to your Philoptochos will allow us to help more people in more ways. Thank you.

 

COOKBOOKS

Amaze your family and friends with your cooking skills! The Joy of Greek Cooking cookbooks are for sale once again! The book contains hundreds of authentic recipes from the kitchens of our parishioners. Price remains affordable at $20, or $24 which includes shipping. Porch pickup also available in Farmington Hills.


MEETINGS

Meetings with Father Georgios Manias are by appointment only. Please schedule meetings through the church office or by contacting Father at 313-588-0829.  Thank you! 


CONFESSION

Any individual wishing to schedule an appointment for Confession with Fr. Georgios Manias may do so by contacting Father at 313-588-0829.


STEWARDSHIP

"As the Father has sent me, so I send you." John 20:21. Christian stewardship is a commitment to God through our time, talent, and treasure. Your 2020 Stewardship pledge card is available in the Narthex. Please take the time to complete your card and place it in the Stewardship box.


DONATIONS

To contribute to our Cathedral electronically. You can either go to our website's home page and click on the "Donate" button with the following link:

http://www.annunciationcathedral.org/

Or, you can click on the following link to go directly to the "Donate" PayPal page:

https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=L5LRXU8CDMKJW&source=url

You also still have the option of sending your donation by check directly to the Cathedral. In this tough economic time, we greatly appreciate any contribution towards your stewardship.

CARE GIVER

Experienced care giver for the elderly. Please call Anna Myzina at 313-707-2482.


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Bulletin inserts

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Greek Orthodox Archdiocese News

Archbishop Elpidophoros Announces Appointments to the 2020-2022 Archdiocesan Council

10/21/2020

His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America has today announced his appointments to the 2020-2022 Archdiocesan Council.
https://www.goarch.org/-/2020-2022-archdiocesan-council

Archbishop Elpidophoros Appoints the National Philoptochos 2020-2022 Executive Board

10/19/2020

Today, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America in his capacity as Chairman of the Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society announced the appointment of the Executive Board Members for the 2020-2022 term.
https://www.goarch.org/-/archbishop-elpidophoros-appoints-the-national-philoptochos-2020-2022-executive-board

Archbishop Elpidophoros Completes Visits to All Parishes, Chapels and Monasteries Within the Archdiocesan District

10/19/2020

On Sunday, October 18, 2020, Archbishop Elpidophoros of America celebrated the Divine Liturgy at Ss. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church in Silver Spring, MD. With this visit the Archbishop has been to all of the parishes, chapels and monastic communities located within the Archdiocesan District, which comprises the states of New York, Connecticut, Maryland, the District of Columbia and also the Bahamas.
https://www.goarch.org/-/elpidophoros-visits-all-2020
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Calendar of Annunciation

  • Annunciation Calendar

    October 25 to November 8, 2020

    Sunday, October 25

    9:00AM Orthos

    10:00AM Divine Liturgy

    Wednesday, October 28

    7:00PM Virtual Bible Study

    Saturday, October 31

    Halloween

    Sunday, November 1

    Daylight Saving Time ends

    9:00AM Orthos

    10:00AM Divine Liturgy

    Tuesday, November 3

    Election Day (General Election)

    7:00PM Parish Council Meeting

    Sunday, November 8

    9:00AM Orthos

    10:00AM Divine Liturgy

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Wisdom of the Fathers

For if we, going about on the earth which is familiar and well known to us, being encompassed with a body, when we are journeying in a strange road, know not which way to go unless we have some one to lead us; how should the soul, being rent away from the body, and having gone out from all her accustomed region, know where to walk without one to show her the way?
St. John Chrysostom
Homily 28 on Matthew 8, 4th Century

Some say, 'Why do they [demons] possess people?' I answer those who wish to have this explained that the reason of these things is very deep. Somewhere one of His saints addressed God by saying, 'Your judgments are a vast abyss.' As long as we bear this in mind, we will perhaps not miss the mark.
St. Cyril of Alexandria
Commentary on Luke, Homily 44. (Ancient Christian Commentary on Scripture; vol 3: Luke, Intervarsity Press)

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