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St. Spyridon Church
Publish Date: 2021-06-01
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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




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. Grave Mode. Psalm 63.11,1.
The righteous shall rejoice in the Lord.
Verse: Oh God, hear my cry.

The reading is from Acts of the Apostles 12:25; 13:1-12.

In those days, Barnabas and Saul returned from Jerusalem when they had fulfilled their mission, bringing with them John whose other name was Mark. Now in the Church at Antioch there were prophets and teachers, Barnabas, Simeon who was called Niger, Lucius of Cyrene, Manaen a member of the court of Herod the tetrarch, and Saul. While they were worshipping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, "Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them." Then after fasting and praying they laid their hands on them and sent them off. So, being sent out by the Holy Spirit, they went down to Seleucia; and from there they sailed to Cyprus. When they arrived at Salamis, they proclaimed the word of God in the synagogues of the Jews. And they had John to assist them. When they had gone through the whole island as far as Paphos, they came upon a certain magician, a Jewish false prophet, named Bar-Jesus. He was with the proconsul, Sergius Paulus, a man of intelligence, who summoned Barnabas and Saul and sought to hear the word of God. But Elymas the magician (for that is the meaning of his name) withstood them, seeking to turn away the proconsul from the faith. But Saul, who is also called Paul, filled with the Holy Spirit, looked intently at him and said, "You son of the devil, you enemy of all righteousness, full of all deceit and villainy, will you not stop making crooked the straight paths of the Lord? And now, behold, the hand of the Lord is upon you, and you shall be blind and unable to see the sun for a time." Immediately mist and darkness fell upon him and he went about seeking people to lead him by the hand. Then the proconsul believed, when he saw what had occurred, for he was astonished at the teaching of the Lord.


Gospel Reading

5th Tuesday after Pascha
The Reading is from John 8:51-59

The Lord said to the Jews who came to him, "Truly, truly, I say to you, if any one keeps my word, he will never see death." The Jews said to him, "Now we know that you have a demon. Abraham died, as did the prophets; and you say, 'If any one keeps my word, he will never taste death.' Are you greater than our father Abraham, who died? And the prophets died! Who do you claim to be?" Jesus answered, "If I glorify myself, my glory is nothing; it is my Father who glorifies me, of whom you say that he is your God. But you have not known him; I know him. If I said, I do not know him, I should be a liar like you; but I do know him and I keep his word. Your father Abraham rejoiced that he was to see my day; and he saw it and was glad." The Jews then said to him, "You are not yet fifty years old, and have you seen Abraham?" Jesus said to them, "Truly, truly, I say to you, before Abraham was, I am." So they took up stones to throw at him; but Jesus hid himself, and went out of the temple.


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Hymns of the Day

Apolytikion of Great and Holy Pascha in the Plagal First Mode

Christ is risen from the dead, by death, trampling down upon death, and to those in the tombs He has granted life.

Apolytikion for Mid-Pentecost in the Plagal Fourth Mode

At Mid-feast give Thou my thirsty soul to drink of the waters of piety; for Thou, O Saviour, didst cry out to all: Whosoever is thirsty, let him come to Me and drink. Wherefore, O Well-spring of life, Christ our God, glory be to Thee.

Seasonal Kontakion in the Fourth Mode

O sovereign Master and Creator of all things, O Christ our God, Thou didst cry unto those present at the Judaic Mid-feast and address them thus: Come and draw the water of immortality freely. Wherefore, we fall down before Thee and faithfully cry out: Grant Thy compassions unto us, O Lord, for Thou are truly the Wellspring of life for all.
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Saints and Feasts

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June 01

Justin the Philosopher and Martyr and his Companions

This Saint, who was from Neapolis of Palestine, was a follower of Plato the philosopher. Born in 103, he came to the Faith of Christ when he was already a mature man, seeking to find God through philosophy and human reasoning. A venerable elder appeared to him and spoke to him about the Prophets who had taught of God not through their own wisdom, but by revelation; and he led him to knowledge of Christ, Who is the fulfillment of what the Prophets taught. Saint Justin soon became a fervent follower of Christ, and an illustrious apologist of the Evangelical teachings. To the end of his life, while preaching Christ in all parts, he never put off his philosopher's garb. In Rome, he gave the Emperor Antoninus Pius (reigned 138-161) an apology wherein he proved the innocence and holiness of the Christian Faith, persuading him to relieve the persecution of Christians. Through the machinations of Crescens, a Cynic philosopher who envied him, Saint Justin was beheaded in Rome in 167 under Antoninus' successor, Marcus Aurelius (reigned 161-180). Besides his defense of Christianity (First and Second Apologies), Saint Justin wrote against paganism (Discourse to the Greeks, Hortatory Address to the Greeks), and refuted Jewish objections against Christ (Dialogue with Trypho).


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June 01

5th Tuesday after Pascha


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June 01

Pyrros the Hieromartyr


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Saint Spyridon Calendar

  • Saint Spyridon Calendar

    June 1 to June 9, 2021

    Tuesday, June 1

    Justin the Philosopher and Martyr and his Companions

    8:30AM Agiasmos

    9:00AM Church Office Open

    Wednesday, June 2

    Fasting Day

    Nicephorus the Confessor, Patriarch of Constantinople

    9:00AM Church Office Open

    Thursday, June 3

    Lucillian of Byzantium, 4 martyred Youths and Paula the Virgin

    9:00AM Church Office Open

    Friday, June 4

    Fasting Day

    St. Metrophanes

    9:00AM Church Office Open

    Saturday, June 5

    St, Dorotheus

    6:00PM Vespers

    Sunday, June 6

    St. Hilarion

    8:15AM Orthros & Divine Liturgy

    1:00PM baptism

    Monday, June 7

    Martyr Theodotus

    9:00AM Church Office Open

    9:00AM Archangels Summer Camp

    Tuesday, June 8

    Golf Outing

    St. Kalliope

    9:00AM Church Office Open

    9:00AM Archangels Summer Camp

    12:00PM 24th Annual Golf Outing

    Wednesday, June 9

    Fasting Day

    St. Cyril of Alexandria

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Coming Events

    Stewardship 2021

    Stewardship 2021

    In the Creed we recite during every Divine Liturgy, we say, “…And was crucified also for us under Pontius Pilate, and suffered and was buried; and the third day He rose again, according to the Scriptures…” God’s ultimate sacrifice of His Only Begotten Son is our constant reminder of his unwavering love for us.  We must acknowledge this love by our prayers, our conduct, and our deeds. Tithing, sacrificial giving, or proportional giving is but one of the many expressions of worship through which we can demonstrate our commitment to Our Lord’s word. Compassionate stewardship is an attitude and a way of life. https://tithe.ly/give_new/www/#/tithely/give-one-time/1390651


    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


    Golf Outing - June 8, 2021

    Golf Outing - June 8, 2021

    Join us for Saint Spyridon's 24th Annual Golf Outing at the Odyssey Country Club in Tinley Park on Tuesday, June 8th, 2021. Registration and Sponsorship forms are at: http://nebula.wsimg.com/f6c9e881bced8384dabab6e4ca50b8d8?AccessKeyId=2C76C7C685C924A52032&disposition=0&alloworigin=1. All proceeds from the Golf Outing benefit the Saint Spyridon building fund.


    Camp Kalokairaki

    Camp Kalokairaki

    Join us this summer for a five-day immersive Greek language camp for students in K - 6th grade. Every day we will focus on a different region of Greece, its local customs, traditions, music, foods, and stories as well as its Orthodox religious sites. Our "itinerary" will include Thessaloniki/Mainland Greece, Kerkyra/Eptanisa, Peloponissos/Crete, the Aegean Islands, and Cyprus. Daily activities will include crafts, music, and gym time dedicated to teaching students about traditional Greek children's games. Camp is limited to 40 students. To register, students must have completed Kindergarten in the 2020-2021 school year. For more information please email Presvytera Georgia at yeoryia@att.net. Registration through Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/camp-kalokairaki-registration-146515049457


    Plutarchos Registration 2021-22

    Plutarchos Registration 2021-22

    With great anticipation and excitement, we are happy to announce that Plutarchos Academy registration is now open for the 2021-2022 School Year! Full in-person classes will be offered for grades K-6th (unless school closures are mandated). Online classes are offered to students that have graduated 6th grade. Registration is open for everyone on a first come, first serve basis. Current Saint Spyridon Greek School families and Parish Stewards take priority. Application deadline is May 28, 2021. Space is limited and you are encouraged to register as soon as possible. A $100 non-refundable application fee per family is due when the application forms are submitted to the Church office.. The application fee will be applied to tuition once enrolled. Make checks payable to St. Spyridon Church (Memo: Plutarchos Academy). http://www.plutarchosacademy.org/uploads/1/3/3/5/133566670/plutarchos_2021-22_application_form.pdf


    Archangels Academy Summer Camp

    Archangels Academy Summer Camp

    Archangels Academy's Summer Camp will take place on June 7th-11th and June 14th-18th for children between the ages of 3 and 6 years old. Space is limited to 20 participants and registration is $100/week. Please call the church office (708) 385-2311 to make your reservation by May 28th.


    May 2021 Voice

    May 2021 Voice

    The Voice is the monthly publication of Saint Spyridon Hellenic Orthodox Church. Hard copies are available at church and by mail upon request. Consider becoming an advertiser on the Voice by contacting the church office. Ad costs range from $100-$250 annually. All the ministries displayed in the VOICE are made possible by the generosity of our dedicated Saint Spyridon Stewards. Consider becoming a Steward of Saint Spyridon or invite a friend or family member to join our parish family. Please visit our website for more details. www.Saint-Spyridon.net


    Charles C. Condes Memorial Scholarship

    Charles C. Condes Memorial Scholarship

    Charles C. Condes Memorial Scholarship The Charles C. Condes Memorial Scholarship Committee of St. Spyridon, Palos Heights announces a new $1,500 scholarship to one college student who has completed a minimum of one year in their respective major in an accredited college or university and who is a steward of our parish. This is a competitive scholarship based on several criteria with the award winner to be selected upon recommendation by the Scholarship Committee. Applications may be found on our parish website: www.Saint-Spyridon.net. APPLICATION & ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED AND SIGNED ELECTRONICALLY ON OR BY JUNE 30TH, 2021 TO SPIRO.T@GMAIL.COM.


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Wisdom of the Fathers

He showeth that they were aliens from the race of Abraham, if they grieved at what he rejoiced in. "My day," seems to me to mean the day of the Crucifixion, which Abraham foreshowed typically by the offering of the ram and of Isaac...Seest thou how He proved Himself to be greater than Abraham? For the man who rejoiced to see His day, and made this an object of earnest desire, plainly did so because it was a day that should be for a benefit, and belonging to one greater than himself...But wherefore said He not, "Before Abraham was, I was," instead of "I Am"? As the Father useth this expression, "I Am," so also doth Christ; for it signifieth continuous Being, irrespective of all time. On which account the expression seemed to them to be blasphemous.
St. John Chrysostom
Homily 55 on John 8, 4th Century

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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

 

DONATE TO OUR SAINT SPYRIDON PARISH

We invite you to become a steward of Saint Spyridon or to offer a donation toward our parish ministries by visiting our website and donating on-line at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a0f4caaaa22a1ff2-saint

 

 

 

 

 

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