Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Plagal First Mode

Let us worship the Word who is unoriginate * with the Father and the Spirit, and from a Virgin was born * for our salvation, O believers, and let us sing His praise. * For in His goodness He was pleased * to ascend the Cross in the flesh, and to undergo death, * and to raise up those who had died, * by His glorious Resurrection.

Apolytikion of Holy Protection of the Theotokos in the First Tone

O Virgin, we extol the great grace of thy Protection, which thou didst spread out like a bright cloud beyond all understanding; for thou dost invisibly protect thy people from the foe's every assault. Since we have thee as our shelter and certain help, we cry to thee with our whole soul: Glory to thy great deeds, O most pure Maid. Glory to thy shelter most divine. Glory to thy care and providence for us, O spotless one.

Kontakion of Holy Protection of the Theotokos in the Plagal of the Fourth Tone

Let us the faithful hasten to the Theotokos now and venerate her sacred veil, as we chant unto her, singing hymns to praise and honour her, as is fitting; for she shelt'reth with her shelter and all her faithful flock and preserveth them unharmed from all calamities, as they cry to her: Rejoice, Protection most radiant.

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Gospel and Epistle Readings

Epistle Reading

Prokeimenon. Plagal First Mode. Psalm 11.7,1.
You, O Lord, shall keep us and preserve us.
Verse: Save me, O Lord, for the godly man has failed.

The reading is from St. Paul's Letter to the Galatians 6:11-18.

Brethren, see with what large letters I am writing to you with my own hand. It is those who want to make a good showing in the flesh that would compel you to be circumcised, and only in order that they may not be persecuted for the cross of Christ. For even those who receive circumcision do not themselves keep the law, but they desire to have you circumcised that they may glory in your flesh. But far be it from me to glory except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world. For neither circumcision counts for anything, nor uncircumcision, but a new creation. Peace and mercy be upon all who walk by this rule, upon the Israel of God. Henceforth let no man trouble me; for I bear on my body the marks of Jesus. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit, brethren. Amen.

Gospel Reading

7th Sunday of Luke
The Reading is from Luke 8:41-56

At that time, there came to Jesus a man named Jairus, who was a ruler of the synagogue; and falling at Jesus' feet he besought him to come to his house, for he had an only daughter, about twelve years of age, and she was dying. As he went, the people pressed round him. And a woman who had had a flow of blood for twelve years and had spent all her living upon physicians and could not be healed by anyone, came up behind him, and touched the fringe of his garment; and immediately her flow of blood ceased. And Jesus said, "Who was it that touched me?" When all denied it, Peter and those who were with him said, "Master, the multitudes surround you and press upon you!" But Jesus said, "Some one touched me; for I perceive that power has gone forth from me." And when the woman saw that she was not hidden, she came trembling, and falling down before him declared in the presence of all the people why she had touched him, and how she had been immediately healed. And he said to her, "Daughter, your faith has made you well; go in peace." While he was still speaking, a man from the ruler's house came and said, "Your daughter is dead; do not trouble the Teacher any more." But Jesus on hearing this answered him, "Do not fear; only believe, and she shall be well." And when he came to the house, he permitted no one to enter with him, except Peter and John and James, and the father and mother of the child. And all were weeping and bewailing her; but he said, "Do not weep; for she is not dead but sleeping." And they laughed at him, knowing that she was dead. But taking her by the hand he called, saying, "Child, arise." And her spirit returned, and she got up at once; and he directed that something should be given her to eat. And her parents were amazed; but he charged them to tell no one what had happened.

Weekly Calendar

Holy Trinity Calendar

October 28 to November 4, 2018

Sunday, October 28

OXI Day

Holy Protection

8:50AM Matins

10:00AM Divine Liturgy

11:15AM Memorial

12:00PM GOYA Meeting

2:00PM Baptism

Tuesday, October 30

8:30AM Matins

9:00AM Bible Study

Wednesday, October 31

6:00PM Vespers

6:30PM Bible Study

6:30PM Choir Practice

7:30PM Inquirer's Class

Thursday, November 1

Sts. Cosmas and Damian

8:00AM Matins

9:00AM Divine Liturgy

Saturday, November 3

2:30PM Wedding

5:00PM Vespers

Sunday, November 4

8:50AM Matins

10:00AM Divine Liturgy

11:15AM Memorial

11:30AM Parish General Assembly Meeting

7:00PM Akathist of the Inexhaustible Cup

Announcements

Altar Team: Luke

Parish Council Members on Duty: George Plaster, Ann Kehayes & Steve Sotiriadis

Coffee Hour today is being hosted by the Changas, Collins & Nelms families in memory of Diane Changas and for what would have been her 69^th birthday on October 31^st. May her memory be eternal! The families will be participating in the LUNGevity 5k run/walk on November 17^th in honor of Diane and will have a table at coffee hour with flyers and information for all those interested in participating along with them and joining Team Diamond!

Congratulations and Best Wishes to Zarif & Constance Karwandyar on their recent marriage. May God bless your marriage and grant you many blessed years together!

Best Wishes to Benjamin & Maryann Graves on the recent 40-Day blessing of their son, Giannis Lawrence!

The Book Group is now reading On Fasting and Feasts by St. Basil the Great. It is available in the bookstore for $17. Stop by and pick up your copy today! We will be meeting sometime in December to discuss.

Fundraiser for Safe Haven Family Shelter on November 10^th - We have a formed a team under the leadership of Gregory Herron (assisted by Jonathan McClish) to participate in the 14^th Annual Hike for the Homeless to benefit families with children experiencing homelessness. It is a family and dog-friendly event that includes hiking (paved trail), live music, food, children's activities and more. The cost for registration is $15 per adult, $10 for children aged 13 – 17 (Children 12 and under are free) and $25 if you would like a Hike for the Homeless t-shirt. Visit our team fundraising page at https://www.classy.org/team/195800 to register, donate and/or find out more information about the event.

New Visitation Ministry - In Matthew 25, we hear, "I was sick or in prison, and you visited me." The invitation to visit Christ in our neighbors extends beyond the hospital and prison, to the nursing home, assisted living facility or to people's homes. It extends beyond the sick and incarcerated, it extends beyond the elderly, to the young, the lonely, the isolated, the injured, and everything in between. If you would like to join a ministry visiting Christ in our fellow parishioners, please send an email to: htgocvisitation@gmail.com.

Philoptochos is continuing with their service project, making care packages for our deployed soldiers, until the end of October and individuals are kindly requested to drop off items in the boxes in the hallway of the Sunday School wing. The following items are needed for our female soldiers: Any type of feminine hygiene items, disposable razors, body wash, shampoo, baby wipes, deodorant, and toothpaste. The following items are needed for our male soldiers: Personal hygiene items, disposable razors, body wash, shampoo, baby wipes, deodorant and toothpaste. Other requested items include letters, cards, non-perishable candy/snacks and small game books. The list of the needed/requested items can be found in the Narthex.

Philoptochos has soft white wheatberry (for use in making kollyva) for sale. The bags are 2 lbs and are for sale for $3.00. Anyone interested, please see Alexandra Pappas.

If you would like to host a coffee hour, please contact the Church office at (615) 333-1047.

PARISH PRAYER LIST

Anatoliy (Tony); Bettye Faye Dykes; Kathy McClintock; Dimitri; Mike & Rosemarie Ragan; Judson Phillips; Joel Rivera; Malcolm; Evan Parhas; Alyssa; Keith Singley; Evie; Ann; David Ward; Bill (Vasilios) Katsaitis; Fr. George Vaporis; Eleni Taylor; Isabella Marie Fuller; Bryan; Jeff; Gary; Dorothy Nicklas; Mary Beth; Karen Ingraham; Mick Elias Kuttab; Byron Dwight Wallace; Fred Preuss; Michael; Anna; Nicholas; Patrick; Elli; Eleni; Rhea & Juan Carlos; Lazarus; Subdeacon Victor & Robin Poletajev; Rod Caulkins; Christos Tsiodras; Felix Herring; James Vaughn; Marie; George Pierides; Kassiani; George S.; James Embrey, Sr.; Jana; Jim; Evangelia; Christoforos; Ekaterina; Emily; Jacob Sotiriadis; Paula; Twila; Teresa; George; Basil; Heather Ritscher; Matt, Ali, Lucas & Olivia Ritscher; James & Wesley Austin; Gary Andrew; Andreas

Saints and Feasts

October 28

Arsenios and Athanasios of Androusa in Messenia, Patriarchs of Constantinople

October 28

Rostislav, the Great Illumined Duke of Moravia

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