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St. George Greek Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2018-08-12
Bulletin Contents
Hymns of the Day
Saints and Feasts
Gospel and Epistle Readings
Wisdom of the Fathers
Calendar
St. George News and Events
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St. George Greek Orthodox Church

General Information

  • Phone:
  • (661) 325-8694
  • Fax:
  • (661)325-8694
  • Street Address:

  • 401 Truxtun Avenue

  • Bakersfield, CA 93301
  • Mailing Address:

  • 401 Truxtun Avenue

  • Bakersfield, CA 93301

Contact Information

Website / Email Editor


editor@ourparish.us | 661-564-2347

Services Schedule

Sundays:

Orthros - 8:30 a.m.

Divine Liturgy - 9:30 a.m.

Weekdays:

Evening Vespers - 6:00 p.m.

Calendar

Past Bulletins


Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Second Tone

When Thou didst descend unto death, O Life Immortal, then didst Thou slay Hades with the lightning of Thy Divinity. And when Thou didst also raise the dead out of the nethermost depths, all the powers in the Heavens cried out: O Life-giver, Christ our God, glory be to Thee.

Apolytikion for Afterfeast of the Transfiguration in the Grave Tone

Thou wast transfigured on the mountain, O Christ our God, showing to Thy disciples Thy glory as each one could endure. Shine forth Thou on us, who are sinners all, Thy light ever-unending, through the prayers of the Theotokos. Light-bestower, glory be to Thee.

Apolytikion for the Church in the First Tone

As a liberator of prisoners, and as a guardian of the poor, a doctor of the sick, a defender of kings. Trophy bearer, O Great Martyr George. Intercede to Christ our God, and save our souls.

Seasonal Kontakion in the Grave Tone

You were transfigured upon the mount, O Christ our God, and Your disciples, in so far as they could bear, beheld Your glory. Thus, when they see You crucified, they may understand Your voluntary passion, and proclaim to the world that You are truly the effulgence of the Father.
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Saints and Feasts

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August 12

11th Sunday of Matthew

Allsaint
August 12

Soldier-martyrs of Crete

Transfiguration
August 12

Afterfeast of the Transfiguration of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ

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Gospel and Epistle Readings

Epistle Reading

Prokeimenon. Second Tone. Psalm 117.14,18.
The Lord is my strength and my song.
Verse: The Lord has chastened me sorely.

The reading is from St. Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians 9:2-12.

Brethren, you are the seal of my apostleship in the Lord. This is my defense to those who would examine me. Do we not have the right to our food and drink? Do we not have the right to be accompanied by a wife, as the other apostles and the brothers of the Lord and Cephas? Or is it only Barnabas and I who have no right to refrain from working for a living? Who serves as a soldier at his own expense? Who plants a vineyard without eating any of its fruit? Who tends a flock without getting some of the milk? Do I say this on human authority? Does not the law say the same? For it is written in the law of Moses, "You shall not muzzle an ox when it is treading out the grain." Is it for oxen that God is concerned? Does he not speak entirely for our sake? It was written for our sake, because the plowman should plow in hope and the thresher thresh in hope of a share in the crop. If we have sown spiritual good among you, is it too much if we reap your material benefits? If others share this rightful claim upon you, do not we still more? Nevertheless, we have not made use of this right, but we endure anything rather than put an obstacle in the way of the gospel of Christ.

Gospel Reading

11th Sunday of Matthew
The Reading is from Matthew 18:23-35

The Lord said this parable: "The kingdom of heaven may be compared to a king who wished to settle accounts with his servants. When he began the reckoning, one was brought to him who owed him ten thousand talents; and as he could not pay, his lord ordered him to be sold, with his wife and children and all that he had, and payment to be made. So the servant fell on his knees, imploring him, 'Lord, have patience with me, and I will pay you everything.' And out of pity for him the lord of that servant released him and forgave him the debt. But that same servant, as he went out, came upon one of his fellow servants who owed him a hundred denarii; and seizing him by the throat he said, 'Pay what you owe.' So his fellow servant fell down and besought him, 'Have patience with me, and I will pay you.' He refused and went and put him in prison till he should pay the debt. When his fellow servants saw what had taken place, they were greatly distressed, and they went and reported to their lord all that had taken place. Then his lord summoned him and said to him, 'You wicked servant! I forgave you all that debt because you besought me; and should not you have had mercy on your fellow servant, as I had mercy on you?' And in anger his lord delivered him to the torturers, till he should pay all his debt. So also my heavenly Father will do to every one of you, if you do not forgive your brother from your heart."

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Wisdom of the Fathers

Wherefore then did He not do this, nor forgive the debt before the account? Desiring to teach him, from how many obligations He is delivering him, that in this way at least he might become more mild towards his fellow servant .... He gave more than he asked, remission and forgiveness of the entire debt.
St. John Chrysostom
Homily 61 on Matthew 18, 4th Century

When then you are minded to be revengeful, consider that against yourself are you revengeful, not against another; that you art binding up your own sins, not your neighbors ....
St. John Chrysostom
Homily 61 on Matthew 18, 4th Century

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Calendar

  • St. George Calendar

    August 12 to August 19, 2018

    Sunday, August 12

    8:30AM Orthros

    9:30AM Divine Liturgy

    11:30AM Coffee Hour

    Monday, August 13

    6:30PM Paraklesis Service

    Tuesday, August 14

    6:30PM Great Vespers

    Wednesday, August 15

    9:30AM Divine Liturgy for Dormition of the Virgin Mary

    Thursday, August 16

    7:00PM Outreach and Welcoming Committee

    Sunday, August 19

    8:30AM Orthros

    9:30AM Divine Liturgy

    11:30AM Coffee Hour

    12:00PM Religious Education Registration

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St. George News and Events

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Engagement

Church services will take place in the Hall this week due to church beautification project underway to drywall, prime and paint over the existing ceiling to create a smooth surface.  If you have any projects or activities to take care of in the hall please do so before Sunday morning.

Parish Council News

THE PARISH COUNCIL HAS IMPLEMENTED NEW SAFETY AND  SECURITY MEASURES FOR THE HALL.   THE FRONT HALL DOORS WILL REMAIN CLOSED DURING CHURCH SERVICES.  PLEASE SEE  CHART FOR  ACCESS TO THE HALL AND/OR RESTROOMS DURING SERVICES.  FOR THOSE THAT CANNOT USE THE STEPS PLEASE ASK AN USHER OR PARISH COUNCIL MEMBER  TO ESCORT YOU AND TO UNLOCK THE  FRONT DOOR OF THE  HALL FOR YOU.   ON SUNDAYS, THE FRONT DOORS WILL BE  OPENED AFTER HOLY  COMMUNION.

THANK YOU FORYOUR UNDERSTANDING AS WE WANT TO KEEP OUR FACILITIES  SECURE.

ALSO NOTE: PLEASE CONTACT A PARISH COUNCIL MEMBER OR  USHER IF ANYONE IS LOITERING IN THE HALL DURING SERVICES.     

THANK YOU.

Midweek Classes

There will not be any midweek classes until they resume August 21st.

Women’s Prayer Group

There will be a stand in the Narthex for you to leave your prayer request to be added to the list our prayer list.  We need women’s prayer group partners.  Please see or call Irene Sinopole at 832-1871.

Parish Council 

Next meeting is September 27th, at 7 p.m. 

Greek Food Festival

Festival will be from October 5th through the 7th. Please approach a parish council member if you would like to volunteer. Festival flyers are in a box in the hall, please take some to your friends, family and co-workers.

Prosphora Schedule 

8/12 Nahla Demestihas 8/19 Olympia Hackleman, 8/26 Mary Mekhel.  Thank you.

Please make arrangements with Sahar or Despina to bring the offering Saturday night either to the church or Father's home.  We are looking for more people to make the blessed bread.  Please approach Father Joseph if interested.Thank you.

Narthex Ushers

8/12 Vago & Annette, 8/19 Youth Group, 8/26 Osama & Micahel Ryan. Thank you. 

Coffee Hour

Given by the Mesfin family.

Youth Group/GOYA

Youth group parent meeting and pizza party for the kids August 25th at 4:45 PM at Rusty’s on OLIVE and 99. Parents need to come so they know what’s going on this year and how to volunteer in order to encourage the Spiritual development of our youth. For more questions please call Michael or Gabriela Ryan 661-747-1603 or 661-219-3421.

HOPE/JOY 

Hope Joy will be taking a break for the summer. We will start back up in the fall.Contact Jenny or James Dean for more information.

Religious Education

Sunday school registration will take place August 19th and August 26th.

Charity

Philoptochos 

Wishing everyone a Blessed and safe summer.  We'll resume with meetings/activities in September. 

Outreach

Outreach / Welcoming Committee meeting Thursday, August 16th, at 7p.m. in the Hall.

Evangelism and Outreach

Michael Ryan will be in charge of the welcoming committee. Please get with Michael or his wife Gabriela at church or call 747-1603 if you would like to help the proactive in both outreach and welcoming new potential members to our parish.

Coffee Hour Opportunities

The 2018 calendar for coffee hour is up in the hall. Each family please sign up for a Sunday. 

Parishioner Visits

Helen Kemper is currently at Hallmark Homes, 2001 Akers, Room 223. Please find some time to go and visit her. The facility number is 831-7147.

Legacy

Scrip Cards

Scrip gift cards are now accessible online. You choose the card (cards) you would like and St. George Church receives a percentage of each sale. If you choose e-cards you will receive them same day in your email. If you choose gift cards, we will receive a notice and the order will be delivered to the church. Best to select e-cards so no shipping fee. Use this link and code when purchasing online. www.shopwithscrip.com, Code:42A1521E58345. 

Endowment

Honor your loved ones birthday and or anniversary by making a contribution to the Endowment Fund in their name. Make checks payable to St. George Church and write Endowment Fund on the memo line. Distributions from the fund will benefit the youth and maintenance needs of the Parish. For more information contact a Parish Council Member. 
Thank you.

Father Joseph's Office Hours

Father Joseph's office hours-Tuesday-Thursday 11:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. Fridays are for visitations.

About Communion

If you are a visitor and planning to take Holy Communion, please inform one of our ushers in the Narthex ahead of time. During Communion, parents with infants, and Sunday School Teachers should be first in line to receive Communion. All Christians Orthodox and Non-Orthodox are invited to come up to receive Blessed Bread (Antidoron) at the end of the service. However, present Church guidelines allow that only baptized and confirmed Eastern Orthodox Christians (who have properly prepared) may approach to receive Holy Communion. Thank you.

Dear Parishioners, 

Sundays should be set aside for quality time with God, our Church and Family.  This is true for the Priest, Parish Secretary and Parish Council.  Please let us try to address church business and make appointments during the week during office hours, and not wait until Sunday to address these matters.  For the generous providers of Coffee Hour, please arrange all meal preparation so that everyone is attending Divine Liturgy. The hall will always be open at least one hour before Divine Liturgy begins, as well as the evening before from 6:30 to 7:30.

Hall Reservation System

To reserve the hall for any church functions or activities please communicate with Annette or Sahar if you will be using the hall anytime to be placed on the calendar. This includes groups that meet on a regular basis or for any event. Thank you for your cooperation.

Anyone using the hall during the week, please make sure you turn off all lights, coffee maker and the hall is left clean.

Welcome New Parish Members

Prayers/Thanksgiving

Glory to God for His Bountiful Blessings

Please add to your daily prayers for:

Our brothers & sisters unable to attend: 

Marika Psihoundas, Mary Valos, Zoe Spanos, Gus & Beverly Balasis.

Healing: Marika, Victor, Helen K., Irene, Mary, Mary, Serephima, and others in our parish.

Those who are traveling

Orthodox-Petros, Panagi, Elle, Eva L., Nicholetta Y., Dan S., Monica, Yorgos K, Giorgos, Anna,Angela, Antonia, Stelios, Petros, Anne, Anna, Leonid, Mariyka, Archalia,Natalie, Eva,Eleni K.,Efstratios, Ourania, Christopher, Alice, Suha,Abla, Jennifer, Tom, Gabriela,Ion,Danny,Nadia, Niko, Musa Daoud, Vasiliki, Theodore, Achilles, Vasiliki, Elizabeth, Labrini, Bert & Louise Moosios,Olympia,Margarita, Seraphim, Mary, Tika,Maria Sporaa, Athina, Helen, Gerry Collis, Nektarios,Marika, Louis Strousos,Bessie Mattly, Noah A., Nick A.,Nick K., Kyriaki, Fred, Hannah, Irene Sinopole, Helen Protopapas, Candess Strategos,Gene, Kathy, Sofia, Clemy (Clementina), Jane, and Matthew.

Non-Orthodox -Bud Lung,Julie, Pamela Y., Debbie, Emmitt, Donna,Steve, Richard,Donald, Christina, Eva, Dominic,Gaby Garcia,Romona, Elea, Graysen Astumian, Marie,Michelle, Irma,  Julie, Greg, Allyson, Margaret, Valerie, Martha Rogers, Helen Kemper, Joseph, Stephen, Elizabeth,Ellen, Ling, Richard, Christine & David, Debby.

 Financials               Budgeted                    Actual

Stewardship

$3,500/week

$3,920.06

Candles & Tray

$375/week

$177.00

 Anniversaries     

  • 8/12 Ken & Olympia Hackleman

  • 8/30 Ted & Kathy Exarchoulakos

 Birthdays 

  • 8/01 Isaiah Strategos  

  • 8/02 Mary Valos        

  • 8/02 Helen Huntalas

  • 8/04 Eva Copeland    

  • 8/04 John Strategos   

  • 8/05 Zaina Madain

  • 8/05 Michael Antonaros

  • 8/06 Tom Drulias   

  • 8/08 Anthony Becerra

  • 8/10 Justin Dorlis    

  • 8/12 Katherine Chaffee 

  • 8/16 Bessie Mattly

  • 8/23 Joyce Cisneros

  • 8/24 Marianna Strategos

  • 8/25 Namaz Pimentel

  • 8/26 Ted Exarchoulakos

 

 

 

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