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Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral
Publish Date: 2021-01-03
Bulletin Contents
Welcome to our parish
Hymns of the Day
Gospel and Epistle Readings
Saints and Feasts
Parish News and Announcements
Bulletin inserts
Greek Orthodox Archdiocese News
Ecumenical Patriarchate News
Archepiscopal Message
Calendar of Annunciation
Wisdom of the Fathers
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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 Plagal First Mode

O Faithful, let us sing a hymn of praise and worship to the Logos, coeternal with the Father and the Spirit, who was born of the Virgin for our salvation. Of His own will He went upon the Cross in the flesh and suffered death, to raise the dead through His glorious Resurrection.

Apolytikion for Forefeast of the Theophany in the Fourth Mode

Be thou ready, Zabulon; prepare thyself, O Nephthalim. River Jordan, stay thy course and skip for gladness to receive the Sovereign Master, Who cometh now to be baptized. O Adam, be thou glad with our first mother, Eve; hide not as ye did of old in Paradise. Seeing you naked, He hath appeared now to clothe you in the first robe again. Christ hath appeared, for He truly willeth to renew all creation.

Apolytikion for the Church in the Fourth Mode

Apolytikion of Annunciation of the Theotokos

Today marks the crowning of our salvation and the revelation of the mystery before all ages. For the Son of God becomes the son of the Virgin, and Gabriel proclaims the grace. Wherefore, we also cry out with him, "Hail, O full of grace, the Lord is with you."

Kontakion of Annunciation of the Theotokos

To you, Theotokos, invincible Defender, having been delivered from peril, I, your city, dedicate the victory festival as a thank offering. In your irresistible might, keep me safe from all trials, that I may call out to you: "Hail, unwedded bride!"

 

Seasonal Kontakion in the Fourth Mode

In the running waters of the Jordan River, on this day the Lord of all crieth to John: Be not afraid and hesitate not to baptize Me, for I am come to save Adam, the first-formed man.
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Gospel and Epistle Readings

Matins Gospel Reading

Eighth Orthros Gospel
The Reading is from John 20:11-18

At that time, Mary stood weeping outside the tomb, and as she wept she stooped to look into the tomb; and she saw two angels in white, sitting where the body of Jesus had lain, one at the head and one at the feet. They said to her, "Woman, why are you weeping?" She said to them, "Because they have taken away my Lord, and I do not know where they have laid Him." Saying this, she turned round and saw Jesus standing, but she did not know that it was Jesus. Jesus said to her, "Woman, why are you weeping? Whom do you seek?" Supposing Him to be the gardener, she said to Him, "Sir, if you have carried Him away, tell me where you have laid Him, and I will take Him away." Jesus said to her, "Mary." She turned and said to him in Hebrew, "Rabboni!" (which means Teacher). Jesus said to her, "Do not hold me, for I have not yet ascended to the Father; but go to my brethren and say to them, I am ascending to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God." Mary Magdalene went and said to the disciples, "I have seen the Lord"; and she told them that He had said these things to her.

Epistle Reading

Prokeimenon. Plagal Second Mode. Psalm 27.9,1.
O Lord, save your people and bless your inheritance.
Verse: To you, O Lord, I have cried, O my God.

The reading is from St. Paul's Second Letter to Timothy 4:5-8.

TIMOTHY, my son, always be steady, endure suffering, do the work of an evangelist, fulfil your ministry.

For I am already on the point of being sacrificed; the time of my departure has come. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will award to me on that Day, and not only to me but also to all who have loved his appearing.

Gospel Reading

Sunday before Epiphany
The Reading is from Mark 1:1-8

The beginning of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. As it is written in the prophets, 'Behold, I send my messenger before your face, who shall prepare your way; the voice of one crying in the wilderness: prepare the way of the Lord, make his paths straight.' John was baptizing in the wilderness, preaching a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. And there went out to him all the country of Judea, and all the people of Jerusalem; and they were baptized by him in the river Jordan, confessing their sins. Now John was clothed with camel's hair, and had a leather girdle around his waist, and ate locusts and wild honey. And he preached, saying, "After me comes he who is mightier than I, the thong of whose sandals I am not worthy to stoop down and untie. I have baptized you with water; but he will baptize you with the Holy Spirit."

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Saints and Feasts

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January 03

Forefeast of the Theophany of Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ

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January 03

Malachi the Prophet

The Prophet Malachi ("messenger of God") is the last of the twelve minor Prophets, and also of all the Prophets of the Old Testament. He prophesied in the days of Nehemias, a wise man among the Jews, who also held a high and powerful position in the court of Artaxerxes the Long-armed, King of the Persians, who reigned from 465 to 424 B.C. Malachis' book of prophecy is divided into four chapters; he foretold the coming of Christ as the Sun of Righteousness (4:2)

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Parish News and Announcements

HAPPY AND BLESSED NEW YEAR!

Happy and Blessed New Year, full of love, health, peace and joy!

Χρόνια Πολλά! Καλή και ευλογημένη χρονιά, γεμάτη αγάπη, υγεία, αισιοδοξία και ευτυχία!

 


THANK YOU ANNUNCIATION CHOIR

Thank you to the Annunciation Choir for donating the beautiful fresh Christmas wreaths, that were hung on all the outside doors of our Cathedral.


THANK YOU FOR THE BEAUTIFUL ARRANGEMENTS

Thank you to Susan Cook and her sister, Meghan Beers for donating the beautiful Christmas arrangements that are in front of the 707 entrance.  Please take a look, as they are absolutely beautiful. Thank you again!


THANK YOU PIONEERS

Thank you to the Pioneers for generously donating a case of Communion wine.

MESSAGE FROM ANNUNCIATION PIONEERS  
We want you to know that you are all dearly missed and hope we can get together again very soon!
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year!
Annunciation Pioneers.


CHURCH LIBRARY VOLUNTEER

We are in the process of converting our Bookstore into a Library. 

We are looking for a volunteer/caretaker to help organize and maintain our Church Library.  We have lots of wonderful books that are available for your spiritual reading needs, especially during this time of Covid.                                                          

If anyone is interested in volunteering for the organization and maintenance of the Church Library, please call Pano Papalekas or the Church office.

We would love to have you! Our volunteers are a vital part of our community


VIRTUAL BIBLE STUDY

Please join Father Georgios Manias for Virtual Bible Study classes which are held every other Wednesday, at 7:00 PM.  Our next class will be held on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.

Join Zoom Meeting
https://goarch.zoom.us/j/92340564689
Meeting ID: 923 4056 4689
Dial by your location -  +1 646 876 9923 US  - Meeting ID: 923 4056 4689

John 8:1-59
Greek:  http://onlinechapel.goarch.org/biblegreek/Bible.grc.GBS.NT.1904.John/Bible.grc.GBS.NT.1904.John.8_v1.pdf
English:  https://bibles.org/bible/555fef9a6cb31151-01/JHN.8

John 9:1-41
Greek:  http://onlinechapel.goarch.org/biblegreek/Bible.grc.GBS.NT.1904.John/Bible.grc.GBS.NT.1904.John.9_v1.pdf
English:  https://bibles.org/bible/555fef9a6cb31151-01/JHN.9


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


PLEASE KEEP MARIA GLIKIS AND MARY GAGGOS IN YOUR PRAYERS

Maria Glikis
Ashford Court
37501 Joy Road, Westland, MI 48185
Phone number: 734-338-9751. 

Mary Gaggos
Sunrise of Grosse Pointe Woods
21260 Mack Ave.
Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236
Phone number: 313-882-7614

You can send a card or call, I'm sure it will be greatly appreciated!  


PHILOPTOCHOS NEWS

PHILOPTOCHOS NEWS

Our ability to fundraise has been suspended but we still want to help our neighbors in need. The importance of giving, blessing others can never be overemphasized because there is always joy in giving.
Thank you, Annunciation Cathedral Detroit Philoptochos

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.


SACRAMENTS AND SPECIAL LITURGICAL SERVICES

Please call Fr. Georgios Manias or the Church Office to schedule and confirm in advance, Sacraments and special Liturgical services, such as Memorials and Trisagion in order to honor your beloved ones. 


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

Archdiocese Sends $50,000 in Financial Aid to Beirut, Lebanon

12/30/2020

Following a devastating explosion in Beirut, Lebanon in August, the Holy Eparchial Synod implored the parishes and monasteries of the Holy Archdiocese to make a special collection in order to assist those Orthodox Churches and faithful that were adversely affected by the blast.
https://www.goarch.org/-/beirut-donation

COVID-19 and Climate Change: Living with and Learning from a Pandemic Subtitle: Halki Summit IV

12/28/2020

Halki Summit IV, taking place on January 26-28, 2021 at 8:00-9:30 PM EST, will focus on the implications and lessons of COVID-19 in relation to climate change.
https://www.goarch.org/-/halki-summit
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Archepiscopal Message

Archiepiscopal Encyclical: New Years

12/30/2020

We are greeting the New Year of the Grace of our Lord, even as we share the longsuffering of our Lord that has strained our hearts and souls in the year that is behind us. We salute the New Year with faith, with hope for a brighter tomorrow.
https://www.goarch.org/-/new-years-encyclical
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Calendar of Annunciation

  • Annunciation Calendar

    January 3 to January 17, 2021

    Sunday, January 3

    9:00AM Orthos

    10:00AM Divine Liturgy

    Tuesday, January 5

    7:00PM Parish Council Meeting

    Wednesday, January 6

    10:00AM Epiphany Service

    Sunday, January 10

    9:00AM Orthos

    10:00AM Divine Liturgy

    Wednesday, January 13

    2:00PM Greektown Community Monthly Meeting with Greektown Neighborhood Partnership

    Sunday, January 17

    9:00AM Orthos

    10:00AM Divine Liturgy

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Wisdom of the Fathers

But this exists in Christ, not as a thing received, nor by communication from another, but as His own, and as belonging to His substance, for He baptizes in the Holy Spirit.
St. Cyril of Alexandria
Commentary on the Gospel of St. Luke, Homily 10., 4th Century

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