January 05
Assumption Greek Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2020-01-05
Bulletin Contents
Hymns of the Day
Saints and Feasts
Gospel and Epistle Readings
Wisdom of the Fathers
Parish News and Events
Flyers
Assumption Greek Orthodox Church
General Information
- Phone:
- (773) 626-3114
- Fax:
- (773) 626-3141
- Email:
- office@assumptionchicago.org
- Street Address:
- 601 South Central Avenue
- Chicago, IL 60644-5089
Contact Information
Services Schedule
Sunday -MAIN CHURCH
8:30 am - Orthros
10:00 am - Divine Liturgy
Sunday Summer Hours - MAIN CHURCH
8:00 am - Orthros
9:30 am - Divine Liturgy
Sunday Church School
9:45 am - Divine Liturgy
Weekday Services
8:30 am - Orthros
9:30 am - Divine Liturgy
The Mission of the Assumption Greek Orthodox Church
Is to lead the faithful into the Kingdom of God by:
Proclaiming and teaching the Gospel in accordance with the Orthodox Faith;
Sanctifying the faithful through God’s grace in worship, the Divine Liturgy and the sacraments;
Enhancing the spiritual life of the faithful;
Adding to the numbers of the faithful by receiving persons into the church through instruction, baptism and/or chrismation.
Past Bulletins
- Publish Date:
- 2020-01-12
- Publish Date:
- 2019-12-22
- Publish Date:
- 2019-12-15
- Publish Date:
- 2019-12-08
- Publish Date:
- 2019-12-01
- Publish Date:
- 2019-11-24
Hymns of the Day
Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Fourth Mode
Having learned the joyful proclamation of the Resurrection from the Angel, and having cast off the ancestral condemnation, the women disciples of the Lord spake to the Apostles exultantly: Death is despoiled and Christ God is risen, granting great mercy to the world.
Apolytikion for Eve of Epiphany in the Fourth Mode
River Jordan was turned back by Elisseus' mantle once, when the fiery man of zeal Elias had been taken up; then were its waters divided hither and thither. The running streams became dry passage unto him, truly as a sign and type of Baptism, whereby we pass to the other side of the shifting stream of this fleeting life. Christ hath appeared in the Jordan River, to sanctify the waters.
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.
Saints and Feasts
January 05
Gregory of Akrita
January 05
Eve of the Theophany of Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ
January 05
The Holy Martyrs Theopemptus and Theonas
When the persecution of Diocletian broke out in 290, Saint Theopemptus, a bishop, was taken for his confession of Christ, and convicted Diocletian to his face for his error and ungodliness. Remaining unhurt after cruel tortures, he was given poison to drink, which had been prepared by a sorcerer named Theonas. Protected by divine grace from this also, he drew Theonas to Christ, and after other torments, was beheaded. Saint Theonas was cast into a pit and buried alive.
January 05
Apollinaria of Egypt
Gospel and Epistle Readings
Epistle Reading
Sunday before Epiphany
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."
Wisdom of the Fathers
For in a contest there is much labor needed--and after the contest victory falls to some, to others disgrace. Is the palm ever given or the crown granted before the course is finished? ... Therefore no one can receive a reward, unless he has striven lawfully; nor is the victory a glorious one, unless the contest also has been toilsome.
Chapter 15, Three Books on the Duties of the Clergy, 4th century
It is the sole and peculiar property of the Substance that transcends all, to be able to bestow on men the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, and make those that draw near unto It partakers of the divine nature.
Commentary on the Gospel of St. Luke, Homily 10., 4th Century
Parish News and Events
Sunday- Jan. 5
8:45am Orthros
10am Divine Liturgy
Holy Water Blessing
Memorials:
40 day Lorraine (Laoura) Copitas
1yr Vasilios Tsaganos
Monday- Jan. 6 EPIPHANY
8:45am Orthros
10am Divine Liturgy
Holy Water Blessing
Tuesday- Jan. 7 St. John Baptist
9am Orthros
10am Divine Liturgy
Wednesday-Jan 8 St. George Chozebite
9am Orthros
10am Divine Liturgy
Saturday Jan. 11
6pm Dive for the Cross
Sunday- Jan. 12
8:45am Orthros
10am Divine Liturgy
Farewell Coffee Hour for Fr. Dimitri and Family
SAINTS COMMEMORATED TODAY: Eve of the Theophany of Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, The Holy Martyrs Theopemptus and Theonas, Righteous Syncletike of Alexandria, Apollinaria of Egypt, Gregory of Akrita
Epistle Reading: St. Paul's Second Letter to Timothy 4:5-8
Gospel Reading: Mark 1:1-8
Open Arms We will be celebrating liturgies in the Main Church on Sundays. Please make every effort to embrace the children and refrain from scolding or “shushing” someone else’s child. Fr. Peter will never ask a child to leave the service, and he also asks that you also focus your attention on the services and not other people within the church. In a Christian family we are all different, with differing abilities, working together to pray, and grow. We need to make all people within our church feel welcome, and Father is asking for your help to do so.
Communion Note Please follow the direction of our Parish Council for the new procedure for receiving Holy Communion. A Parish Council member will be on the solea gently directing the lines to approach the Chalice with a steady flow. Please follow their direction.
Communication and Emergencies If you need to contact Fr. Peter by email, his email is frpspiro999@gmail.com The emergency number for our church which is on 24/7 is 847-452-5989. This number is Fr. Peter’s cell phone number if you have an emergency (severe injury, severe pastoral need, or death). Please do not text important, time sensitive information or emergencies. For non-emergencies, please either send an email or contact the church office at (773) 626-3114.
Fr. Demetri’s Upcoming Transfer The Metropolitan is transferring Fr. Dimitri to be the Associate Priest in Merrillville Indiana starting in February. His last Sunday will be on January 12th. We will have a special coffee hour for him to express our gratitude for his service to Assumption. God bless you Father Dimitri!
Office Staff We welcome Sandy Klaud as our new secretary in the church office. Sandy has worked for the Catholic Archdiocese, and in the hospital setting as well. She has a warm personality that you will find embracing. Please make her feel welcome and be patient as she is being trained to take proper care of our church office. Presbytera Dana is currently working with Sandy in the office, helping this time of transition.
Parish Leadership Award The Metropolis is looking for candidates to receive the Bronze Cross for outstanding leadership. Nominate anyone who shows: Outstanding service within the parish and/or in the greater community, Exceptional leadership qualities. Innovative manner of service ,Recipients must be stewards (or children of stewards) in good standing of the parish Please email frpspiro999@gmail.com with any nominations.
Holy Water Note Please know that we will be giving you brand new bottles for you to take Holy Water home with you on the 5th and 6th. Additional bottles can given upon request. Please do not bring old holy water bottles to the church. We will not reuse them.
House Blessings If you would like your home or business blessed, please email Fr. Peter in order to set up a time to have him bless your home or business. Please note that distance from church is not a problem. Father has a philosophy that “if someone comes to the church, then the priest can certainly go to their home, no matter where they live.”
New Metropolis Website The Metropolis of Chicago has designed a new website that is more visually appealing, easier to navigate, carries more substance. Visit chicago.goarch.org
Sermons Online Father Peter has his sermons on his YouTube channel. www.YouTube.com/FatherPeterSpiro
Executive Leadership Training Fr. Peter was selected to attend a 4 day leadership course at Tufts University in January through the Metropolis of Chicago. Father is looking to implement new initiatives and programs that he will develop for our Parish in that program.
See It Again Today’s Divine Liturgy, as well as prior Divine Liturgies, are available for rebroadcast. Simply log on to our parish’s website (www.assumptionchicago.org) and click on the “Watch Worship Services Online” link.
Prosfora Bakers Needed Our Church is in need of individuals who can offer the weekly Prosforo (Bread) for the Divine Liturgy. If you are interested in learning how to make Prosforo, please contact Fr. Peter
Coffee Fellowship Hosts Needed Please consider hosting a coffee hour so the we can share time together in fellowship. If you have questions please contact Fr. Peter. Hosts needed for : January 12, 19, 26 - February 2, 9, 16, 23 - March 8, 15
Telos Project Please visit https://tinyurl.com/agocya to submit basic contact info for any young adult ages 21-35 with a connection to Assumption. This will help us build our young adult ministry.
Dive For The Cross Join the Sunday Church School at Oakbrook Park District on January 11th from 6-8 pm.
COMING IN 2020 20/20 Vision for ministry and revitalization within our church community. Keep your “eyes” open for more information in 2020!
Metropolis Men’s and Women’s Retreat for 2020 through the Metropolis of Chicago Family Synaxis Please go to https://www.gocfamilysynaxis.org for information and to register.
Youth Game Room We will be developing a youth game room. If you have any table top games or fun items for the game room, please contact Fr. Peter.’
Yearly Calendar The yearly calendar have been delivered to the church office. Please see one of our Parish Council members today to pick up your calendar. They can also be picked up in the church office during office hours M-F 9-2pm. Happy New Year!
Prayers for the Sick:
O Lord our God, Who by word alone did heal all diseases, Who cured the mother in law of Peter, You Who chastise with pity and heal according to Your goodness; grant aid to these Your servants (Names) and heal them of every sickness of which they are grieved; lift them up from their pain, and send down upon them Your great mercy. For to you we send up Glory: to Father, and to Son, and to Holy Spirit, both now and ever, and to the ages of ages. Amen.
PRAYERS FOR: William, Nicholas, Alexandra, Momcilo, Jill, Panagiotis, Vasiliki, Elizabeth, Panagiota, Betty, Dimitri, Alexander, Vasiliki, Eleni, Panagiotis, George, Thomas, Nicholas, Sophia (Contact Fr. Peter to add names)
Flyers
One Warm Coat
Donations of Pre-Loved Coats for Children and Adults.
Dive For The Cross
Swimming For The Cross