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St. Spyridon Church
Publish Date: 2021-03-06
Bulletin Contents
Gospel and Epistle Readings
Hymns of the Day
Saints and Feasts
Saint Spyridon Calendar
Coming Events
Wisdom of the Fathers
Daily Announcements
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St. Spyridon Church

General Information

  • Phone:
  • (708)385-2311
  • Fax:
  • (708) 385-0166
  • Street Address:

  • 12307 S. Ridgeland

  • Palos Heights, IL 60463
  • Mailing Address:

  • 12307 S. Ridgeland

  • Palos Heights, IL 60463

Contact Information

Parish Priest Fr. Tilemahos Alikakos


office@Saint-Spyridon.net | 708-385-2311

Services Schedule

Sunday Orthros - 8:00 a.m. followed by the Divine Liturgy

Saturday Vespers - 6:00 p.m.

Past Bulletins


Gospel and Epistle Readings

Epistle Reading

Prokeimenon. Plagal Second Mode. Psalm 24.13; 27.1.
Their souls shall dwell among good things.
Verse: To you, O Lord, have I cried, O my God.

The reading is from St. Paul's First Letter to the Thessalonians 4:13-17.

But we would not have you ignorant, brethren, concerning those who are asleep, that you may not grieve as others do who have no hope. For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so, through Jesus, God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep. For this we declare to you by the word of the Lord, that we who are alive, who are left until the coming of the Lord, shall not precede those who have fallen asleep. For the Lord himself will descend from heaven with a cry of command, with the archangel's call, and with the sound of the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first; then we who are alive, who are left, shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air; and so we shall always be with the Lord.

Gospel Reading

Saturday of Souls
The Reading is from Luke 21:8-9,25-27,33-36

The Lord said, "Take heed that you are not led astray; for many will come in my name, saying, 'I am he!' and, 'The time is at hand!' Do not go after them. And when you hear of wars and tumults, do not be terrified; for this must first take place, but the end will not be at once. And there will be signs in sun and moon and stars, and upon the earth distress of nations in perplexity at the roaring of the sea and the waves, men fainting with fear and with foreboding of what is coming on the world; for the powers of the heavens will be shaken. And then they will see the Son of man coming in a cloud with power and great glory. Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away. But take heed to yourselves lest your hearts be weighed down with dissipation and drunkenness and cares of life, and that day come upon you suddenly like a snare; for it will come upon all who dwell upon the face of the whole earth. But watch at all times, praying that you may have strength to escape all these things that will take place, and to stand before the Son of man."

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Hymns of the Day

Apolytikion for Saturday of Souls in the Plagal Fourth Mode

O Thou Who by the depth of Thy wisdom dost provide all things out of love for man, and grantest unto all that which is profitable, O only Creator: Grant rest, O Lord, to the souls of Thy servants; for in Thee have they placed their hope, O our Creator and Fashioner and God.

Reading is under copyright and is used with permission, all rights reserved by: Holy Transfiguration Monastery


Apolytikion of St. Spyridon in the First Mode

O Father, God-bearer, Spyridon, you were proven a champion and Wonder Worker of the First Ecumenical Council. You spoke to the girl in the grave and turned the serpent to gold. And, when chanting your prayers, most sacred One, angels ministered with you. Glory to Him who glorified you; glory to Him who crowned you; glory to Him who, through you, works healing for all.


Seasonal Kontakion in the Plagal Fourth Mode

With the Saints grant rest, O Christ, to the souls of Thy servants, where there is neither pain, nor sorrow, nor sighing, but life unending.

Reading is under copyright and is used with permission, all rights reserved by: Holy Transfiguration Monastery


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Saints and Feasts

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Finding the Precious Cross by St. Helen

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Hesychios the Wonderworker

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Saturday of Souls

Through the Apostolic Constitutions (Book VIII, ch. 42), the Church of Christ has received the custom to make commemorations for the departed on the third, ninth, and fortieth days after their repose. Since many throughout the ages, because of an untimely death in a faraway place, or other adverse circumstances, have died without being deemed worthy of the appointed memorial services, the divine Fathers, being so moved in their love for man, have decreed that a common memorial be made this day for all pious Orthodox Christians who have reposed from all ages past, so that those who did not have particular memorial services may be included in this common one for all. Also, the Church of Christ teaches us that alms should be given to the poor by the departed one's kinsmen as a memorial for him.

Besides this, since we make commemoration tomorrow of the Second Coming of Christ, and since the reposed have neither been judged, nor have received their complete recompense (Acts 17:31; II Peter 2:9; Heb. 11:39-40), the Church rightly commemorates the souls today, and trusting in the boundless mercy of God, she prays Him to have mercy on sinners. Furthermore, since the commemoration is for all the reposed together, it reminds each of us of his own death, and arouses us to repentance.

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Saint Spyridon Calendar

  • Saint Spyridon Calendar

    March 6 to March 14, 2021

    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

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

    6:00PM Vespers

    Sunday, March 14

    Benedict the Righteous of Nursia

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Coming Events

    Stewardship 2021

    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

    FOOD PANTRY DONATIONS

    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

    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 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

    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

    March 2021 Voice

    March 2021 Voice

    Monthly bulletin of Saint Spyridon Hellenic Orthodox Church

    Sunday Bulletin

    Sunday Bulletin

    Weekly bulletin of Saint Spyridon Hellenic Orthodox Church, Palos Heights, IL

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Daily Announcements

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ATTENDING CHURCH SERVICES

Please call the church office or visit the sign-up link to reserve your spots for the Divine Services in the church or in the community center:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a0f4caaaa22a1ff2-saint

You can also sign up for Sunday School classes on the same link.  

All services are streamed on the Parish YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC68WCiYHUYSTCqlelnAWLvQ

Please subscribe to the channel to receive notifications of services

 

PRE-ORDERING THE NEW PTA COOKBOOK

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