Gospel and Epistle Readings

Matins Gospel Reading

Fourth Orthros Gospel
The Reading is from Luke 24:1-12

On the first day of the week, at early dawn, the women went to the tomb, taking the spices which they had prepared. And they found the stone rolled away from the tomb, but when they went in they did not find the body. While they were perplexed about this, behold, two men stood by them in dazzling apparel; and as they were frightened and bowed their faces to the ground, the men said to them, "Why do you seek the living among the dead? Remember how he told you, while he was still in Galilee, that the Son of man must be delivered in to the hands of sinful men, and be crucified, and on the third day rise." And they remembered his words, and returning from the tomb they told all this to the eleven and to all the rest. Now it was Mary Magdalene, and Joanna and Mary the mother of James and the other women with them who told this to the apostles; but these words seemed to them an idle tale, and they did not believe them.

But Peter rose and ran to the tomb; stooping and looking in, he saw the linen cloths by themselves; and he went home wondering at what had happened.

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 the Corinthians 4:6-15.

Brethren, it is the God who said, "Let light shine out of darkness," who has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Christ.

But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, to show that the transcendent power belongs to God and not to us. We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed; always carrying in the body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be manifested in our bodies. For while we live we are always being given up to death for Jesus' sake, so that the life of Jesus may be manifested in our mortal flesh. So death is at work in us, but life in you.

Since we have the same spirit of faith as he had who wrote, "I believed, and so I spoke," we too believe, and so we speak, knowing that he who raised the Lord Jesus will raise us also with Jesus and bring us with you into his presence. For it is all for your sake, so that as grace extends to more and more people it may increase thanksgiving, to the glory of God.

Gospel Reading

2nd Sunday of Luke
The Reading is from Luke 6:31-36

The Lord said, "As you wish that men would do to you, do so to them. If you love those who love you, what credit is that to you? For even sinners love those who love them. And if you do good to those who do good to you, what credit is that to you? For even sinners do the same. And if you lend to those from whom you hope to receive, what credit is that to you? Even sinners lend to sinners, to receive as much again. But love your enemies, and do good, and lend, expecting nothing in return; and your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High; for he is kind to the ungrateful and the selfish. Be merciful, even as your Father is merciful."

Wisdom of the Fathers

He who truly wishes to believe in God must be lifted above himself, his mind, and even the whole world. For this reason, the value of faith is considered higher than the value of man. It is even higher than the value of the whole world. Therefore, the reward of faith should be higher than all of man's possessions along with the glories of this world. The reward of faith is God.

Fr. Matthew the Poor

Orthodox Prayer Life: The Interior Way, p. 74, 20th century

What is it that I love when I love you? Not the beauty of a body or the comeliness of time. Nor the luster of the light pleasing to the eyes, nor the sweet melodies of all manner of songs, nor the fragrance of flowers, ointments and spices, not manna and honey, nor limbs welcome to the embrace of the flesh - I do not love these when I love my God. And yet there is a kind of light, a kind of voice, a kind of fragrance, a kind of foods, a kind of embrace, when I love my God, who is the light, voice, fragrance, food, embrace of the inner man, where there shines into the soul that which no place can contain, and there sounds forth that which time cannot end, where there is fragrance which no breeze disperses, taste which eating does not make less, and a clinging together which fulfillment does not terminate. It is this that I love when I love my God.

St. Augustine

Confessions 10.6 in The Confessions of St. Augustine, p. 244, 5th century

Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Plagal Second Mode

When the angelic powers appeared at Your grave, the soldiers guarding it feared and became as dead. And standing by the sepulcher was Mary who was seeking Your immaculate body. You devastated Hades, not afflicted by it. You went to meet the virgin, and granted eternal life. You resurrected from the dead. O Lord, glory to You.

Apolytikion for Dionysios the Areopagite in the Fourth Mode

Since thou hadst been instructed in uprightness thoroughly and wast vigilant in all things, thou wast clothed with a good conscience as befitteth one holy. Thou didst draw from the Chosen Vessel ineffable mysteries; and having kept the Faith, thou didst finish a like course, O Hieromartyr Dionysios. Intercede with Christ God that our souls be saved.

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.

Saints and Feasts

October 06

The Holy and Glorious Apostle Thomas

The name Thomas means, "twin." He was one of the Twelve, a Galilean by birth. Sophroneus (not the famous Patriarch of Jerusalem [7th Century, celebrated March 11], but a friend of Jerome's), quoted also by Jerome, says that Saint Thomas preached to the Parthians, Pesians, Medes, Hyrcanians, Bactrians, and neighbouring nations. According to Heracleon, the Apostle died a natural death; according to other accounts, he was martyred at Meliapur His tomb was known by Saint John Chrysostom to be at Edessa in Syria, to which city his holy relics may have been translated from India in the fourth century.

October 08

Pelagia the Righteous

This Saint was a prominent actress of the city of Antioch, and a pagan, who lived a life of unrestrained prodigality and led many to perdition. Instructed and baptized by a certain bishop named Nonnus (Saint Nonnus is commemorated Nov. 10), she departed for the Mount of Olives near Jerusalem, where she lived as a recluse, feigning to be a eunuch called Pelagia. She lived in such holiness and repentance that within three or four years she was deemed worthy to repose in an odour of sanctity, in the middle of the fifth century. Her tomb on the Mount of Olives has been a place of pilgrimage ever since.

October 03

Dionysios the Areopagite

This Saint was from Athens, a learned man, and a member of the famous judicial court of Mars Hill (in Greek Aeros Pagos, hence the name Areopagite (see Acts 17:19-34). When Saint Paul preached in Athens, he was one of the first there to believe in Christ, and, according to some, became the first bishop of that city. Others say -- and this may be more probable--that he was the second Bishop of Athens, after Saint Hierotheus, whom Dionysios calls his friend and teacher "after Paul" (On the Divine Names, 3:2). With Saint Hierotheus he was also present at the Dormition of the most holy Theotokos; the Doxasticon of the Aposticha for the service of the Dormition is partly taken from a passage in Chapter III of On the Divine Names. According to ancient tradition, he received a martyr's end (according to some, in Athens itself) about the year 96.

Announcements

HOLY UNCTION SERVICES

Please see flyer attached for rotating location schedule of services.

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PHILOPTOCHOS OCTOBER FUNDRAISER

Please support our Philoptochos October Bakeless Bake Sale. See flyer attached for details.

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PHILOPTOCHOS OCTOBER OUTREACH

Please support our Philoptochos Canned Food Drive to help feed the less fortunate in our community. See flyer attached for details.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Early Childhood Center Director needed. Love of children, exceptional interpersonal skills with staff and families, quality leadership and organizational skills necessary. Applicants must possess the educational requirements and experience that meet State guidelines. Prior employment as an Early Childhood Director is required. Background in Education, Early Childhood Endorsement and advanced degree and/or Administrative Endorsement preferred. All applicants will need verifiable credentials, references and clear criminal history. The Early Childhood Program is a Church based non-denominational facility servicing the local community. We are licensed for 87 students ages 3 months to 4 years. We currently use the High-Scope curriculum. We employ 12 staff members. Salary commensurate with the applicant's experience, education and qualifications. We are an equal opportunity employer. Please send resume and cover letter to dlib70@gmail.com or ejpower@comcast.net

Job Type: Full-time

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TODAY

Sunday, October 3 - Divine Liturgy @ 10:00 am

- National Church Music Sunday

- OCF College Student Sunday (tray will be passed)

Please make checks payable to Holy Cross, OCF in memo line

- Coffee Hour hosted by Sophia Barr

- Church School & Catechesis

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UPCOMING

Monday, October 4 - Bible Study @ 7:00 pm (Genesis 34 - 36)

Sunday, October 10 - Divine Liturgy @ 10:00 am

- Coffee Hour hosted by Presv. Olga

- Church School & Catechesis

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MDSC 70TH ANNIVERSARY

Date change - see flyer attached.

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GREECE FIRES

See flyer attached.

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ICONS IN THE ALTAR

If you brought icons to be blessed in the altar, please retrieve them soon.

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HOUSE BLESSINGS

Please contact the Church Office to schedule your annual house blessing with Fr. Alex.

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PROSPHORA

Interested in sponsoring prosphora? Please contact Church Office.

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WORSHIP

THE CHURCH IS OPEN. Please join us in prayer.

Please use this link to view the Divine Liturgy book.

Please download the Daily Readings App Lite (free download) for the daily Gospel & Epistle readings.

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LIVESTREAM SERVICES

www.holycrossgo.org/webcam

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STEWARDSHIP PLEDGE

Please continue to support our Chuch during this difficult time via your Stewardship pledge and donations. Please mail your checks directly to the church or donate online by clicking on the "GIVE" button on our website. Visit the Stewardship webpage to fill out your annual pledge card and/or to pay your stewardship.

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VIGIL CANDLES

If you would like us to light a vigil candle for you, please call the Church Office or email office@holycrossgo.org with your name(s) and Fr. Alex will light a vigil candle for you and say a prayer. Donations are optional.

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SHOP AT ACE HARDWARE? 5% minus tax = (!)

Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church or #214538. 5% line discount off everyday pricing in the store Ace Rewards as well as 6% Tax Exempt will come off automatically. 2% Ace Rewards

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SHOP AT KROGER?

Register your card in a few steps. Each May the registration needs to be renewed,
so if you were part of the program last year and haven't renewed, please do so. Go to:
www.krogercommunityrewards.com
Holy Cross' ID # 83567

Prayer Requests

Please continue to pray for the health and healing of the following friends:

Alexander Kargilis
Peter E. Zervos
Niki Brogger
Dr. Nicholas Varveris
George Anthony Angelas
Tina Johnson
Irene Zervos
Maria Heller
Tula Georgeson
Tasi Kanellopoulos
Rena Protopsaltis
Jack Gougoutas
Marilyn Georgeson
George Benardos
Gina Weiler
Terrie Stefanakis
Evelyn Morris
Dr. Pan Pesaros
Faye Prekeges
Dr. Maureen Kelly
Dr. Rick Wilson
Dina Rand
Casiana

If you would like to add your name or a loved one's to the prayer list, please email the office. Thank you!

Choir

NATIONAL CHURCH MUSIC SUNDAY - OCTOBER 3, 2021

HOLY CROSS CHURCH

CURRENT CHOIR MEMBERS

Angel Linzell (Choir Director)

Adam Angelas

Denise Bittinger

Cathy Blough

Tom Casoglos

Helene Garber

Christos Gazouleas

Presv. Olga Hountalas

George Katsias

Irene Katsias

Elizabeth Krear

Peter Morris

Dr. Pan Pesaros

Sonia Pesaros *

Maria Power

Mary Rosenthal

Albert Scaglione

Mark Stewart

Briana Sturm

Dr. Marcus Zervos

Peter Zervos *

* The spirit is willing but the flesh is weak.

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Ruth Econ

Marge Lazarou

Angelynn Rafaill

Thank you for your years of dedication!

We hope to see you all back in the choir loft soon!

Ladies Philoptochos News

NEXT PHILOPTOCHOS MEETING

Tuesday, October 19 @ 6:30 pm

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PHILOPTOCHOS BAKELESS BAKE SALE

Please see under Announcements.

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PHILOPTOCHOS CANNED FOOD DRIVE

Please see under Announcements.

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2021 STEWARDSHIP

New and returning members are encouraged to complete the stewardship form. New members and new ideas are always welcome, so please consider joining and attending a meeting. Please click here.

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FLOWERS

If you are interested in donating flowers to decorate an icon for a feast day, please contact Debbie George or the Church Office.

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COFFEE HOUR

If you are interested in hosting Coffee Hour, please contact Denise Liberty or the Church Office.

Sunday, October 3 - Sophia Barr

Sunday, October 10 - Presv. Olga Hountalas

Sunday, October 17 - Presv. Silvana Radulescu

Sunday, October 24 - Julie Hiotaky

Sunday, October 31 - Kathy Williams

Altar Boys

NOTICE FOR ALTAR BOYS & PARENTS

Being an Altar Server is a GREAT RESPONSIBILITY AND COMMITMENT to the Lord. Please BE ON TIME (arrive at least 15 minutes prior to any Church Service).

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LIST OF ALTAR BOYS

TEAM A	TEAM B
Dimitri Sitaras (Cpt)	Ioannis Yiannakis (Cpt)
Stavros Fekaris	Christo Stilianos
Alex Matthews	Dino Thanos
Mateo Pesaros	Nikolas Thanos

SCHEDULE 2021-2022

TEAM A	TEAM B
2021	2021
SEP 26	SEP 19
OCT 10, 24	OCT 3, 17, 31
NOV 7, 21	NOV 14, 28
DEC 5, 19	DEC 12, 26
2022	2022
JAN 2, 16, 30	JAN 9, 23
FEB 13, 27	FEB 6, 20
MAR 13, 27	MAR 6, 20
APR 10, 24	APR 3, 17
MAY 8, 22	MAY 1, 15, 29
JUN 5, 19	JUN 12

Memorial Donations to Holy Cross

OUR THANKS

To those who in lieu of flowers gave monetary

contributions to the Church in memory of :

MARY PETERSON

M/M Steve Fekaris

M/M Basile Catsikopoulos & Family

M/M Peter Zervos

MADELINE VINTZEL

M/M James Vintzel

WILLIAM POWER

M/M Peter Morris

GEORGIA MORRIS

M/M Peter Morris

HARRIET HOUNTALAS

M/M John George

M/M James Heller

M/M Dan Dallas

M/M Evans Lucas

Margarita Shukla

Elaine Ioanou

M/M Bill Williams

M/M Tim Keros

M/M Edward Power

M/M Todd Barnaby

M/M Andrew Bittinger

M/M Peter Angelas

M/M Christopher Tikka & Family

M/M George Katsias

M/M Scott Linzell

M/M Steve Fekaris

M/M Anthony Barr

Dr/M Marcus Zervos

Mrs. Patty Spanos

M/M Doug Garber

M/M Patrick Quinn

George Matheos

M/M Albert Scaglione

M/M Neeraj Shah

M/M Peter Zervos

ANDREW PSERES

M/M Albert Scaglione

PETER ARTEMAS

Margarita Shukla

Mrs. Patty Spanos

Fr. John Artemas

M/M Edward Power

M/M Peter Zervos

PRESV. NIKIE ARTEMAS

Fr. John Artemas

JANET STEWART

Dr. James Stewart Jr.

M/M Andrew Bittinger & Family

M/M James Heller

M/M Edward Power

Margarita Shukla

M/M Steve Fekaris

M/M John George

M/M George Katsias

James Sitaras

M/M Evans Lucas

M/M Bill Williams

M/M Tad Krear

M/M Peter Angelas

M/M Tim Keros

M/M Todd Barnaby

M/M Scott Linzell

M/M Anthony Barr

Dr/M Marcus Zervos

Mrs. Patty Spanos

M/M Adam Angelas

M/M Doug Garber

M/M Peter Morris

M/M Neeraj Shah

M/M Peter Zervos

GEORGE BLETSAS

M/M George Katsias

Elaine Ioanou

M/M Anthony Barr

JEANETTE MURRISH

M/M James Heller

KAREN LEE STANKEVICH

M/M James Heller

GEORGE VICHOS

M/M Albert Scaglione

NIKI MASOURAS

M/M Dan Dallas

JEFFREY HIOTAKY

Helen Hiotaky

M/M William Hiotaky

ATHENA HIOTAKY

Helen Hiotaky

M/M William Hiotaky

GEORGE PARON

Helen Hiotaky

M/M William Hiotaky

STEVE & GUINN HIOTAKY

Helen Hiotaky

M/M William Hiotaky

EILEEN LUDWIG

Drs. Pamela Georgeson & Mark Decco

ANGELO GAGGOS

M/M Richard Fuher

M/M Gus Stavropoulos

Mr. Harry Gaggos

M/M George Mortis

M/M Tom Casoglos

M/M Evans Lucas

M/M George Fotias

Drs. Pamela Georgeson & Mark Decco

Joanna Floros

M/M George Gaggos

M/M Ted Papakonstantinou

M/M Steve Fekaris

M/M Martin Gehan

M/M Anthony Barr

M/M Sam Porco

M/M Peter Zervos

M/M Costandinos Tsagaratos

M/M Michael Blough

M/M Jameg Gaggos

M/M Paul Mihos

ESTHER STASSINOPOULOS

M/M George Katsias

M/M Tom Casoglos

M/M Steve Fekaris

M/M Van Kyriakopoulos

M/M Peter Zervos

Margarita Shukla

Holy Cross Philoptochos

M/M Robert Zafaran

M/M Tim Keros

M/M Scott Linzell

M/M James Heller

MAY THEIR MEMORY BE ETERNAL

Events, Announcements and Flyers

General Information

Contact Information

Services Schedule

Past Bulletins

Gospel and Epistle Readings

Matins Gospel Reading

Epistle Reading

Gospel Reading

Wisdom of the Fathers

Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Plagal Second Mode

Apolytikion for Dionysios the Areopagite in the Fourth Mode

Seasonal Kontakion in the Second Mode

Saints and Feasts

The Holy and Glorious Apostle Thomas

Pelagia the Righteous

Dionysios the Areopagite

Announcements

Prayer Requests

Choir

Ladies Philoptochos News

Altar Boys

Memorial Donations to Holy Cross

Events, Announcements and Flyers

Holy Unction Services

Bakeless Bake Sale

Canned Food Drive

MDSC 70th Anniversary

2021 Greece Fires