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Sunday Bulletin - St. George Greek Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2021-09-05
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Sunday Bulletin - St. George Greek Orthodox Church

General Information

  • Phone:
  • (651) 222-6220
  • Street Address:

  • 1111 Summit Ave

  • St. Paul, MN 55105


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Services Schedule

Welcome!

We hope that you will make this your spiritual home. Connect with us on our website, Facebook page, YouTube, or sign-up for our email list at https://tinyurl.com/yc3tp29w.

Worship Sunday Orthros 8:30 am & Divine Liturgy 9:30 am

Confession (by appointment)

Weekday Services (www.stgeorgegoc.org/calendar)

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Fellowship Hour Sunday following Divine Liturgy

Office Hours Tuesday - Friday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Our Mission St. George Greek Orthodox Church is a Christ-centered community that: inspires faith and worship, cultivates spiritual growth and fellowship, and encourages benevolence and outreach.

Our Vision Ascending together to the fullness of Life.


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Calendar

  • Upcoming Events

    September 5 to September 12, 2021

    Sunday, September 5

    11th Sunday of Matthew

    8:30AM ORTHROS

    9:30AM DIVINE LITURGY

    4:30PM M&B Meal for FOCUS

    Tuesday, September 7

    Office Closed

    Wednesday, September 8

    +FAST DAY

    +NATIVITY OF THEOTOKOS

    6:15PM DOXOLOGY

    6:30PM EVENING DIVINE LITURGY

    7:30PM Agiasmos/Holy Water Blessing Service

    Friday, September 10

    +FAST DAY

    Sunday, September 12

    Sunday before Holy Cross

    8:30AM ORTHROS

    9:30AM DIVINE LITURGY

    10:30AM Sunday School Classes Begin - Blessing for the New School Year

    11:30AM Philoptochos Meeting

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Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the 2nd Tone

When you descended into death, Life immortal, you vanquished the pow'r of hell by your resplendent divinity and when you raised the dead from the depths of darkness, all the heavenly powers cried out triumphantly: O giver of life, Christ our God, glory to you.

Apolytikion for Zacharias the Prophet in the 4th Tone

In the vesture of a priest, according to the Law of God, thou didst offer unto Him well-pleasing whole-burnt offerings, as it befitted a priest, O wise Zacharias. Thou wast a shining light, a seer of mysteries, bearing in thyself clearly the signs of grace; and in God's temple, O wise Prophet of Christ God, thou wast slain with the sword. Hence, with the Forerunner, make entreaty that our souls find salvation.

Apolytikion for St. George in the 4th Tone

As the deliverer of captives, and the protector of the poor, a physician of the sick, the defender of kings, O Great Martyr Saint George Victorious; intercede to Christ our God, to save our souls.

Seasonal Kontakion in the 4th Tone

Your holy birth delivered Joachim and Anna from the reproach of childlessness, and liberated Adam and Eve from death's corruption, O Pure One. Thus freed from the stain of sin, we your people honor your birth, crying out to you: A woman thought barren brings forth the Theotokos who nourishes Christ our Life.
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Gospel and Epistle Readings

Epistle Reading

11th Sunday of Matthew
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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Announcements

Memorial: Ioannis (Yianni) Pitsavas (14 years)

Greeter: Richard Kanavati

Fellowship Hour: Thank you to Mrs. Theologia Pitsavas for hosting this Sunday.

Memory Eternal

It is with a heavy heart, but with hope in the Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ, that we share with you the passing of +James Theros on August 30, 2021. His funeral service was held on September 3. May the Lord grant him rest with the saints and may his memory be eternal! Obituary: https://www.washburn-mcreavy.com/obituaries/James-Theros/

Office Closed

The office will be closed next Tuesday, September 7, for the Labor Day Holiday.

Sunday School Begins September 12

In-person classes will be held starting next Sunday, September 12.

Basil for the Elevation of the Holy Cross

Please let Fr. Perry or Julie know if you have any basil at home you would be willing to donate for the Cross-tray for the Elevation on September 14. If so, please bring it on Sunday, September 12.

Fall Family Camp 

Family Camp is Oct 8-10, 2021. We are currently looking for up to 11 staff members. If interested, please contact Doria Saros at 612-825-9595 or Doria@stmarysgoc.org. The Family Camp theme is: “And He Shall Come Again!"

FOCUS Volunteer Opportunity

Help feed the hungry on Sunday, September 5th with St. George at FOCUS MN. This will be our third meal of 2021, with each meal we have seen the numbers served increase. Meals will be served take-out style, and the time commitment is short - about 2.5 to 3 hours. We need six volunteers. Sign-up here September Meal Sign-up - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d49ada623a0fcc70-september - or talk with any member of the Missions and Benevolence Committee.

Church Picnic

The annual Church picnic will be hosted by the Kontinakis-Negron/Youso families on Sunday, September 19th at Highland Park Shelter. Come for food, fun, and fellowship!

Highland Park Shelter
1200 Montreal Ave
St. Paul 55116 

Vessel for Holy Chrism

Please contact Fr. Perry if you or your family would be interested in donating a vessel/container for our Holy Chrism.

Message from Festival Committee

Please return any festival yard signs, aprons, hats, or any other festival equipment to the church as soon as possible so they can be inventoried and go to storage – Thanks!

2022 Ecclesiastical Wall Calendars

Please contact the office at office@stgeorgegoc.org or 651.222.6220 if you do NOT wish to have a wall calendar mailed to your home.

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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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In Other News

Intro to Orthodox Christianity Course

Our MEOCCA sponsored, 12-week, Fall 2021 cooperative catechism course, Intro to Orthodox Christianity will begin on Tuesday, September 14, from 7-9 pm. The class is open to all; people interested in learning more about Orthodox Christianity, inquirers, catechumens, and current Orthodox Christians as well! The course is an excellent opportunity to deepen the knowledge of the Orthodox Christian Faith. Classes will be held on Tuesday evenings in-person and via Zoom. Register online at https://forms.gle/zVV9mLbp7BJkUbqL9. Feel free to join for an individual session as well!

September-October 2021 Glad Tidings

Watch your mailboxes for the latest issue of Glad Tidings, which was mailed earlier this week. To read the digital version: https://tinyurl.com/tpa3aany

LOCMP Gala September 19

The annual gala in support of the Lyn Olson Medical Crisis Program will be held on September 19, 2021 from 3-6:30pm at the Korluka Equestrian Farm in Stillwater, MN. Tickets are on sale at https://one.bidpal.net/mcpgala2021/ticketing 

FOCUS MN 2021 Fundraiser - Save the Date!

This in-person event will be held Thursday, September 30, 2021, 6-9 pm at St. Mary’s GOC in Minneapolis. All are invited to celebrate FOCUS’s work and reflect on the blessings of the past year. Small plates and refreshments; free-will offering – all are welcome!

Family Camp, 2021: October 8-10! “And He Shall Come Again"

Join us as Bishop Anthony Michaels of the Antiochian Archdiocese shares the good news about Christ’s second coming. We are planning for a smaller Family Camp at Camp Courage, the same location of this year’s Summer Camp. Registration is open now and will be first come, first served. There is plenty of room to spread out, spend time with your family and safely visit with other Orthodox Families in the Twin Cities. Need a break from the world? This is your chance! Check out the many informational articles online including Q & A, sample schedule, description of the weekend, packing list, etc., at www.stmaryscamp.com and select Family Camp. Registration will end September 28 at 4:30pm. If you have questions, feel free to contact camp@stmaryscamp.com. Remember, you don’t have to bring kids to Family Camp! All are welcome as part of our Twin Cities Orthodox Family!

Summer Camp 2022 – Save the Date! 

Summer Camp 2022 will be held at Camp Wapogasset July 2-8, 2022. The Summer Camp Staff application Site is up! Please apply now! Summer Camp Applications are due November 30, 2021. Questions? Please contact Doria at 612-825-9595 or Doria@stmarysgoc.org

Support for those in Need

Please contact Fr. Perry or our Ladies Philoptochos if you or someone you know is in need (food, clothing, shelter, etc.). Our Ladies Philoptochos, Missions & Benevolence, Discretionary support, FOCUS MN, etc. are here to help.

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Saints and Feasts

Zacharias
September 05

Holy Prophet Zacharias, Father of the Venerable Forerunner

According to the opinion of many Fathers of the Church, based on an ancient tradition, this is the Zacharias whom, as our Lord said, the Jews slew between the temple and the altar (Matt. 23:35), first, because even after the Virgin Mary gave birth, he continued to refer to her as virgin and number her among the virgins; second, because Zacharias' son John was not found during the slaughter of the Innocents, since the elderly Elizabeth had taken him and carefully hid him while he was yet an infant, in an unnamed place somewhere in the desert, where, according to the Evangelist, "the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, and was in the deserts till the day of his showing unto Israel" (Luke 1:80). When the child was not found, his father was slain by Herod's command.


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Ecumenical Patriarchate News

Indiction and Synaxis at the Ecumenical Patriarchate

09/02/2021

On September 1, 2021, Heirarchs from around the world gathered at the Ecumenical Patriarchate for the Divine Liturgy celebrating the Indiction and the Ecclesiastical New Year as well as the Synaxis of the Hierarchs of the Ecumenical Throne.
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Stewardship

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Our 2021 Archdiocesan theme comes from Paul's first epistle to the Corinthians, "…the greatest of these is love" (13:13). May we continue to fulfill our mission at St. George, especially through developing the gift of love.

You can now submit your 2021 Pledge Form Online

Click here to submit your 2021 Stewardship Pledge Form.

https://forms.gle/fykFQyeTLsca7yGf7

2021 Stewardship Goal

$127,197 of $250,000 (through June)

Pledges Received

As of July 30, 107 families have pledged $157,174 for the 2021 stewardship year.

Please consider submitting a 2021 pledge card and becoming active in our 2021 program today! Pledge cards are available on the candle stand. Please contact the office to have one sent to you, or print one from a pdf by clicking here. Pledge cards can be filled out and emailed digitally to info@stgeorgegoc.org or mailed to the church office. We thank you for supporting the ministries of our parish!

Welcome Visitors!

Thank you for joining us in worship. Whether you are an Orthodox Christian or this is your first visit to an Orthodox Church, we are pleased to have you with us. Although Holy Communion is offered only to baptized and chrismated Orthodox Christians, all are invited to receive the Antidoron (blessed bread) at the end of the service. The Antidoron is reminiscent of the agape feast that followed worship in the early Church. One does not have to be of Greek descent, nor speak Greek, to be an Orthodox Christian and member of our parish. All people, of any background, are welcome to join the Orthodox Church. For those interested in learning more about the Christian Faith or becoming a member of our church, please contact Fr. Perry after services or at frperry@stgeorgegoc.org or (651) 222-6220. You may also sign our Guest Book with your preferred contact and we will follow up. Finally, we hope you will join us in our hall upstairs after service this morning for fellowship and refreshments.

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