The elder to the elect lady and her children, whom I love in the truth, and not only I but also all who know the truth, because of the truth which abides in us and will be with us for ever:

Grace, mercy, and peace will be with us, from God the Father and from Jesus Christ the Father's Son, in truth and love.

I rejoiced greatly to find some of your children following the truth, just as we have been commanded by the Father. And now I beg you, lady, not as though I were writing you a new commandment, but the one we have had from the beginning, that we love one another. And this is love, that we follow his commandments; this is the commandment, as you have heard from the beginning, that you follow love. For many deceivers have gone out into the world, men who will not acknowledge the coming of Jesus Christ in the flesh; such a one is the deceiver and the antichrist. Look to yourselves, that you may not lose what you have worked for, but may win a full reward. Any one who goes ahead and does not abide in the doctrine of Christ does not have God; he who abides in the doctrine has both the Father and the Son. If any one comes to you and does not bring this doctrine, do not receive him into the house or give him any greeting; for he who greets him shares his wicked work.

Though I have much to write to you, I would rather not use paper and ink, but I hope to come to see you and talk with you face to face, so that our joy may be complete.

The children of your elect sister greet you. Amen.

Gospel Reading

Meatfare Friday
The Reading is from Mark 15:20,22,25,33-41

At that time, the soldiers took Jesus and led him out to be crucified. And they brought him to a place called Golgotha (which means the place of a skull). And it was the third hour, when they crucified him. And when the sixth hour had come there was darkness over the whole land until the ninth hour. And at the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, "Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani?" which means, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" And some of the bystanders hearing it said, "Behold, he is calling Elijah. " And one ran and, filling a sponge full of vinegar, put it on a reed and gave it to him to drink, saying, "Wait, let us see whether Elijah will come to take him down." And Jesus uttered a loud cry, and breathed his last. And the curtain of the temple was torn in two, from top to bottom. And when the centurion, who stood facing him, saw that he thus cried out and breathed his last, he said, "Truly this man was the Son of God! There were also women looking on from afar, among whom were Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James the younger and of Joses, and Salome who, when he was in Galilee, followed him, and ministered to him; and also many other women who came up with him to Jerusalem.

Hymns of the Day

Apolytikion for Conon the Gardener in the Fourth Mode

Thy Martyr, O Lord, in his courageous contest for Thee received the prize of the crowns of incorruption and life from Thee, our immortal God. For since he possessed Thy strength, he cast down the tyrants and wholly destroyed the demons' strengthless presumption. O Christ God, by his prayers, save our souls, since Thou art merciful.

Seasonal Kontakion in the Third Mode

O Father, foolishly I ran away from Your glory, and in sin, squandered the riches You gave me. Wherefore, I cry out to You with the voice of the Prodigal, "I have sinned before You Compassionate Father. Receive me in repentance and take me as one of Your hired servants."

Saints and Feasts

March 05

George the New-Martyr of Rapsani

March 05

Meatfare Friday

March 05

Conon the Gardener

This saint lived during the reign of emperor Decius in 251. He came from the town of Nazareth. He left his hometown and went to the city of Mandron, in the province of Pamphylia. There he stayed at a place called Karmela or Karmena cultivating a garden which he used to water and plant with various vegetables. From this garden he obtained what is necessary for life. He had such an upright and simple mind that, when he met those who wished to arrest him and saw that they greeted him, he also greeted in return from the bottom of his soul and heart. When they told him that governor Publius called the saint to go to him, the saint answered with simplicity: "What does the governor need me, since I am a Christian? Let him call those who think the way he does and have the same religion with him." So, the blessed man was tied and brought to the governor, who tried to move him to sacrifice to the idols. But the saint sighed from the bottom of his heart, cursed the tyrant and confirmed his faith in Christ with his confession, saying that it is not possible to be moved from it even though he might be tortured cruelly. So, for this reason they nailed his feet and made the saint run in front of the governor's coach. But the saint fainted in the street. Having fallen on his knees, he prayed and, thus, he commended his holy soul to the hands of God.

Saint Spyridon Calendar

Saint Spyridon Calendar

March 5 to March 13, 2021

Friday, March 5

Conon the Gardener

Fasting Day

9:00AM Church Office Open

9:00AM Archangels Academy

4:30PM Greek School Online

6:00PM Paraklesis

Saturday, March 6

42 Martyrs of Amorion in Phrygia

8:00AM Saturday of Souls - Orthros, Liturgy & Memorial

Sunday, March 7

The Holy Martyred Bishops of Cherson: Basileus, Ephraim, Eugene, Capito, Aetherius, Agathodorus, and Elpidius

8:00AM Orthros & Divine Liturgy

1:00PM baptism

Monday, March 8

Theophylact the Confessor, Bishop of Nicomedia

9:00AM Church Office Open

9:00AM Archangels Academy

4:30PM Greek School Online

7:00PM Divorce Rebuilders Ministry

Tuesday, March 9

The Holy Forty Martyrs of Sebastia

8:00AM Divine Liturgy

9:00AM Church Office Open

9:00AM Archangels Academy

10:00AM Bible Study in Greek

7:00PM Parish Council

Wednesday, March 10

Fasting Day

Quadratus the Martyr & his Companions

9:00AM Church Office Open

9:00AM Archangels Academy

10:00AM Bethania

7:00PM GOYA

Thursday, March 11

Sophronius, Patriarch of Jerusalem

9:00AM Church Office Open

9:00AM Archangels Academy

7:00PM Bible Study

Friday, March 12

Fasting Day

Theophanes the Confessor

9:00AM Church Office Open

9:00AM Archangels Academy

4:30PM Greek School Online

6:00PM Paraklesis

Saturday, March 13

Removal of the relics of Nicephorus, Patriarch of Constantinople

Coming Events

Stewardship 2021

We thank all our stewards who offered your gifts of time, talent and treasure for 2020. As we journey through this new year, let us continue to serve our community and support our beloved Saint Spyridon parish. Your stewardship offering may be submitted by mail to the church office. We have also made online giving available on our church website for one-time and periodic giving: https://tithe.ly/give_new/www/#/tithely/give-one-time/1390651

February 2021 VOICE

Saint Spyridon's monthly bulletin. For a paper copy please send a request to office@saint-spyridon.net.

FOOD PANTRY DONATIONS

FOOD PANTRY DONATIONS for Easter Food Baskets Our parish will be distributing Food Baskets to needy families on Saturday, April 3rd, 2021. Your generous donations will enable us to purchase all necessary items to assemble each food basket. This year, we are asking for monetary donations (in any amount), OR if you wish to sponsor a basket, each backet is valued at $60. Cash/check donations may be dropped off in the church office: Monday – Friday from 9am to 2pm Checks to “St. Spyridon” & “Food Pantry” in the MEMO section or online at: https://tithe.ly/give_new/www/#/tithely/give-one-time/1390651 (Please select “Food Pantry Donation” from the dropdown menu) Donation Deadline is Wednesday, March 31st THANK YOU!

Lenten Toy Drive

Spring into Action to Help Kids Fighting Cancer! Saint Spyridon’s Lenten Toy Drive All proceeds to benefit: The Pediatric Oncology Treasure Chest Foundation Suggested Donations by Age: School Age: Action Figures, Barbie Dolls and accessories, Trucks and Cars, Snaptite Models, Board Games, Arts/Crafts, Playdough, Coloring Books, Crayola Markers/Crayons, Activity Sets/Prepackaged Crafts. Adolescent: Journals, Jewelry, Nail Polish Kits, Cosmetic Bags, Purses/Wallets, Scarves/Hats, DVD’s/CD’s, Board Games, Gift Cards ($5 increments) Infant/Toddler/Preschool: Fischer-Price/Playskool toys, Play Dish Sets & Play Food, Baby Dolls & accessories, Wooden & Plastic Puzzles, Activity Books Drop off all NEW, unwrapped donations in boxes near the office and gym. Donation Deadline is Sunday, April 25th Cash/Check donations may be dropped off in the church office: Monday – Friday from 9am to 2pm Checks payable to “St. Spyridon” & “Toy Drive” in the Memo section, or Donate online: https://tithe.ly/give_new/www/#/tithely/give-one-time/1390651 (Please Select “Toy Drive – Pediatric Oncology Treasure Chest” from the dropdown menu) For questions, please contact: Stella Parhas at 708.717.2518 or Demetria Papadopoulos at 708.870.2783 Thank you for donating!

Take and Bake

TAKE & BAKE Let St. Spyridon Philoptochos help you with your family meal planning with our delicious ready to bake Greek delicacies. From our hearts to your home. Fall in love with our Greek delicacies. Order before March 22nd. Online Orders: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/springtake-bake-tickets-142800765935 Or Pay by check or cash at St. Spyridon Church Office Pick up date: Saturday April 3rd, 10 am – 2 pm

Philoptochos Scholarship

The Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society of St. Spyridon, Palos Heights offers a $1,000 scholarship to one high school senior OR college student who is a member of our parish. This is a competitive scholarship based on need and merit with the award winner to be selected upon recommendation by the Scholarship Committee. Applicants must be accepted into an accredited college, university or vocational program OR currently attending an accredited college, university or vocational program. APPLICATION & ALL REQUIRED INFORMATION MUST BE SUBMITTED TO CHURCH OFFICE BY JUNE 15, 2021 Download the application at: http://nebula.wsimg.com/1992141ef4e88656fd560b19dde15f51?AccessKeyId=2C76C7C685C924A52032&disposition=0&alloworigin=1

Lenten Reflections

The parishes of the southwest suburbs are coming together during Great Lent to share in worship and Lenten reflections by our area clergy.

Great Lent 2021

Full schedule of services and confession times for Great Lent 2021

Wisdom of the Fathers

"When you have crucified me, and think you have overcome me, then, above all, shall you know my might." For after the crucifixion, the city was destroyed, and the Jewish state came to an end, they fell away from their polity and their freedom, the gospel flourished, the word was spread abroad to the ends of the world...Wherefore also He uttered a certain cry from the prophet, even to His last hour bearing witness to the Old Testament.

St. John Chrysostom

Homily 88 on Matthew 27, 4th Century

Daily Announcements

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Gospel and Epistle Readings

Epistle Reading

Gospel Reading

Hymns of the Day

Apolytikion for Conon the Gardener in the Fourth Mode

Seasonal Kontakion in the Third Mode

Saints and Feasts

George the New-Martyr of Rapsani

Meatfare Friday

Conon the Gardener

Saint Spyridon Calendar

Saint Spyridon Calendar

March 5 to March 13, 2021

Coming Events

Wisdom of the Fathers

Daily Announcements