November 07
St. Spyridon Church
Publish Date: 2020-11-07
Bulletin Contents
Gospel and Epistle Readings
Hymns of the Day
Saints and Feasts
Saint Spyridon Calendar
Coming Events
Wisdom of the Fathers
Daily Announcements
St. Spyridon Church
General Information
- Phone:
- (708)385-2311
- Fax:
- (708) 385-0166
- Email:
- office@saint-spyridon.net
- Street Address:
- 12307 S. Ridgeland
- Palos Heights, IL 60463
- Mailing Address:
- 12307 S. Ridgeland
- Palos Heights, IL 60463
Contact Information
Services Schedule
Sunday Orthros - 8:00 a.m. followed by the Divine Liturgy
Saturday Vespers - 6:00 p.m.
Past Bulletins
- Publish Date:
- 2020-11-09
- Publish Date:
- 2020-11-06
- Publish Date:
- 2020-11-04
- Publish Date:
- 2020-11-03
- Publish Date:
- 2020-10-30
- Publish Date:
- 2020-10-27
Gospel and Epistle Readings
Epistle Reading
Prokeimenon. Plagal Second Mode. Psalm 31.11,1.
Be glad in the Lord, and rejoice, O righteous.
Verse: Blessed are they whose transgressions have been forgiven.
The reading is from St. Paul's Second Letter to the Corinthians 5:1-10.
Brethren, we know that if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. Here indeed we groan, and long to put on our heavenly dwelling, so that by putting it on we may not be found naked. For while we are still in this tent, we sigh with anxiety; not that we would be unclothed, but that we would be further clothed, so that what is mortal may be swallowed up by life. He who has prepared us for this very thing is God, who has given us the Spirit as a guarantee.
So we are always of good courage; we know that while we are at home in the body we are away from the Lord, for we walk by faith, not by sight. We are of good courage, and we would rather be away from the body and at home with the Lord. So whether we are at home or away, we make it our aim to please him. For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ.
Gospel Reading
Saturday of the 7th Week
The Reading is from Luke 9:1-6
At that time, Jesus called the twelve together and gave them power and authority over all demons and to cure diseases, and he sent them out to preach the kingdom of God and to heal. And he said to them, "Take nothing for your journey, no staff, nor bag, nor bread, nor money; and do not have two tunics. And whatever house you enter, stay there, and from there depart. And wherever they do not receive you, when you leave that town shake off the dust from your feet as a testimony against them." And they departed and went through the villages, preaching the gospel and healing everywhere.
Hymns of the Day
Apolytikion for 33 Martyrs of Militene 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.
Reading is under copyright and is used with permission, all rights reserved by: Holy Transfiguration Monastery
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.
Reading is under copyright and is used with permission, all rights reserved by: Holy Transfiguration Monastery
Saints and Feasts
November 07
Bishop Raphael Hawaweeny of Brooklyn
November 07
33 Martyrs of Melitene
These holy Martyrs confessed during the reign of Diocletian and Maximian in the year 290. Of them, Saint Hieron was from Tyana in Cappadocia, a husbandman, of great bodily strength and high nobility of soul. As he was at work digging in his field, certain soldiers came to impress him into military service. He, however, not wishing to keep company with the impious, refused, and with his wooden tool alone drove away the armed soldiers, who fled in fear because of his strength. Later, however, he went of his own free will, and confessed Christ before the governor. His right hand was cut off, and he was imprisoned with thirty-two others, whom he strengthened in the Faith of Christ. Together they were all beheaded outside the city of Melitene in Armenia.
Saint Spyridon Calendar
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Saint Spyridon Calendar
November 7 to November 22, 2020
Saturday, November 733 Martyrs of Melitene
8:30AM 1st Hour & Divine Liturgy
Sunday, November 8Synaxis of the Archangel Michael & the other Bodiless Powers: Gabriel, Raphael, Uriel, Salaphiel, Jegudiel, & Barachiel
8:00AM Orthros & Divine Liturgy
12:30PM baptism
7:00PM Vespers at St. Nektarios
Monday, November 9Nektarius the Wonderworker, Metropolitan of Pentapolis
8:00AM St. Nektarios, Orthros & Divine Liturgy
9:00AM Church Office Open
9:00AM Archangels Academy
4:30PM Greek School Online
7:00PM Bible Study
Tuesday, November 10ARSENIOS OF CAPPADOCIA
9:00AM Church Office Open
9:00AM Archangels Academy
8:00PM Parish Council
Wednesday, November 11Fasting Day
Menas of Egypt
9:00AM Church Office Open
9:00AM Archangels Academy
Thursday, November 12John the Merciful, Patriarch of Alexandria
9:00AM Church Office Open
9:00AM Archangels Academy
10:00AM Bible Study in Greek
7:00PM Vespers at St. John Chrysostom Monastery
Friday, November 13Fasting Day
John Chrysostom, Archbishop of Constantinople
7:00AM Divine Liturgy at St. John Chrysostom Monastery
9:00AM Church Office Open
9:00AM Archangels Academy
4:30PM Greek School Online
6:00PM Paraklesis
Saturday, November 14Philip the Apostle
8:30AM 1st Hour & Divine Liturgy
12:00PM Bethania
6:00PM Vespers
Sunday, November 15Guria, Shamuna, and Habib, Martyrs and Confessors of Edessa
8:00AM Orthros & Divine Liturgy
Monday, November 16Matthew the Apostle & Evangelist
8:30AM Divine Liturgy at Holy Cross
9:00AM Church Office Open
9:00AM Archangels Academy
4:30PM Greek School Online
7:00PM Bible Study
Tuesday, November 17Gregory the Wonderworker & Bishop of Neo-Caesarea
8:30AM Divine Liturgy at Holy Cross
9:00AM Church Office Open
9:00AM Archangels Academy
11:00AM Bible Study in Greek
Wednesday, November 18Fasting Day
Plato the Great Martyr of Ancyra
8:30AM Divine Liturgy at Holy Cross
9:00AM Church Office Open
9:00AM Archangels Academy
Thursday, November 19Obadiah the Prophet
8:30AM Divine Liturgy at Holy Cross
9:00AM Church Office Open
9:00AM Archangels Academy
Friday, November 20Gregory the Righteous of Decapolis
Fasting Day
8:30AM Divine Liturgy at Holy Cross
9:00AM Church Office Open
9:00AM Archangels Academy
4:30PM Greek School Online
6:00PM Paraklesis
Saturday, November 21The Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple
8:00AM Entrance of Theotokos - Orthros & Liturgy
10:00AM TAKE & BAKE - Philoptochos Fundraiser
6:00PM Vespers
Sunday, November 22Archippus the Apostle, Philemon the Apostle & his wife, Apphia, Onesimos the Disciple of Paul
Coming Events
Stewardship 2020
Now he who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will also supply and increase your store of seed and will enlarge the harvest of your righteousness.” (2 Corinthians 9:10) Notice the connection the Apostle Paul makes between increasing your store of seed and enlarging the harvest of your righteousness. When we are equipped with enough resources to give generously, our capacity to produce a greater effect is increased. Paul makes a holy assumption here that, as God supplies, the Corinthians by the time of his writing would use the blessings appropriately—that is, for righteous works, such as funding the mission and work of the church. Join us in practicing the Apostle Paul’s generous assumption as we give to the Lord with what he has given us.. You can offer your donations by mail or on-line through our parish website which is now featuring Tithe.ly as one of its donation platforms. Everyone’s assistance is greatly appreciated. We thank the 300 Stewards who have already committed their stewardship for 2020. Stewardship materials are available on our website.
Advent 2020 - Forty Day Liturgy
Dear Faithful, I am pleased to announce that the Southside Parishes of Assumption (Homer Glen), Holy Cross (Justice), Sts. Constantine & Helen (Palos Hills), St. Nicholas (Oak Lawn), All Saints (Joliet), and St. Spyridon (Palos Heights), will be celebrating the 'Sarantaleitourgo' - Forty Days of the Divine Liturgy in preparation for Christmas. During these Liturgies we pray for the health of our loved ones and for the repose of those who have fallen asleep. You may offer your prayer list either in person or electronically by November 15, 2020. Every week we will rotate among the southside parishes according to the attached schedule. There is Liturgy at every parish on Sundays and major holidays. At St. Spyridon, we will continue to also have Liturgy every Saturday, as well as on major holidays, according to the parish schedule available at www.Saint-Spyridon.net.
Philoptochos Take & Bake
Let St. Spyridon Philoptochos help you with your holiday planning with our delicious ready to bake Greek delicacies. Spanakopita (six servings - frozen) - $30 Pastichio (1/2 sheet - frozen) - $30 All orders must be received by: Monday Nov. 9th with payment. Online Orders: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/take-bake-tickets-125826820407 Or Pay by check or cash at St. Spyridon Church Office – (Order Form attached) Pick up date: Saturday Nov. 21st, 10 am – 2 pm Make all checks payable to : St. Spyridon Philoptochos Questions? Please email Helen Sotiropoulos at lenamontreal@aol.com Cell – 815-370-2111
Food Pick Up
Every Thursday, 1pm-2pm, our Food Pantry is open to the public for curbside pick up of non-perishable food. Please call the church office when you arrive to pick up food.
PTA Cookbook
Please share your recipes with the PTA and they will transform them into a Parish Cookbook for a PTA fundraiser. Send in your recipes at spyridonpta@gmail.com. Deadline for Recipes is February 28, 2021
Christmas Greek Pastries To-Go
Dear Faithful, Due to the current situation with Covid-19, St. Spyridon has cancelled the Annual Christmas Craft Show... but don't despair! Our popular Greek Pastries are here for you! We have a limited, but still fabulous menu. Your favorite Greek Pastries will be ready for pick-up on Saturday, December 5, 2020. Place your order TODAY! To order online, visit http://www.saint-spyridon.net/philoptochos-christmas-pastries-to-go-.html or directly to our order platform: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/christmas-greek-pastries-to-go-tickets-126173651789?fbclid=IwAR1RiE1WD-2P0AS9epjnu8kYBcMFdcpMyEIR7fQz1p1eafLVxvEa7uwSogI
November 2020 Voice
The Voice is our monthly newsletter. If you wish to receive a hard copy please contact the church office.
Sunday Bulletin
Weekly Bulletin of Saint Spyridon
Daily Announcements
ATTENDING DIVINE SERVICES
We continue to have limitations on church attendance as mandated by the State of Illinois and CDC guidelines. As of now, masks are required when attending church and those who belong to vulnerable groups are encouraged to stay home. Our Sunday services are streamed on our Parish YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC68WCiYHUYSTCqlelnAWLvQ.
¨ Please visit the sign-up link to reserve your spots for services: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a0f4caaaa22a1ff2-saint
¨ Take the time to assist family members who are not familiar with the reservation platform. You can also call the church office during office hours to make your reservation. Please do not call/text Fr. Tilemahos or Parish Council members for reservations. Also note that scheduled services, availability and reservations may be adjusted at any time.
¨ Please note that we have made the community center available for the faithful to watch the streamed service and then receive Holy Communion and Antidoron. If you sign up for attending the streamed service you will enter through the east entrance of the community center. Safety protocols will be observed at all times.
¨ Please note that we also have Liturgy every Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. It is a great option for all the faithful now that our schedules are starting to get busier or for when Sunday services are filled.
¨ Furthermore, families that wish to celebrate memorials are encouraged to hold them on the Saturday Liturgies. Not only is it more appropriate to hold memorial services on Saturdays which is the day of the week dedicated to the departed, but it also allows more of our faithful to sign-up for the limited spots on Sunday worship. If you are holding a memorial on a Sunday, please notify the church office at least two weeks prior in order to accommodate your guests.
¨ If you sign-up for a Sunday service and it turns out that you are not able to come, please delete your reservation as soon as possible so that others may take your spot. Please be mindful to come to all the services that you reserve.
¨ I wish to thank our chanters Angelo and Alexia, our Parish Council members, and our church custodians for giving the additional time and effort needed to hold all our services.
¨ I also wish to commend you for your attendance in all our worship services and for your fervor, patience, and understanding during these difficult times.
FULL SERVICE SCHEDULE: http://www.saint-spyridon.net/service-schedule.html