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Parish Calendar

July 17 to July 25, 2022

Sunday, July 17

+ST. MARINA

Sunday of the Holy Fathers of the 4th Ecumenical Council

8:30AM ORTHROS

9:30AM DIVINE LITURGY

Tuesday, July 19

+ST. MACRINA

6:30PM Parish Council Meeting

Wednesday, July 20

+FAST DAY

+PROPHET ELIAS/ELIJAH

9:30AM Festival Baking

1:30PM Online Daytime Bible Study (via Zoom only)

Friday, July 22

+ST. MARY MAGDALENE & ST. MARKELLA

+FAST DAY

Saturday, July 23

+RIGHTEOUS HANNAH

Sunday, July 24

+ST. CHRISTINA

6th Sunday of Matthew

8:30AM ORTHROS

9:30AM DIVINE LITURGY

12:00PM Festival Baking

Monday, July 25

+DORMITION OF ST. ANNA
Ministries Calendar

July 21 to July 21, 2022

Thursday, July 21

11:00AM Little Lambs Kickoff Beach Day

Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the 4th Tone

The joyful news of your resurrection was proclaimed by the angel to the women disciples. Having thrown off the curse that fell on Adam, they ran elatedly to tell the apostles: Death has been vanquished; Christ our God is risen from the dead, blessing all the world with his great mercy.

Apolytikion for Sun. of the Holy Fathers in the Plagal 4th Tone

You are greatly glorified, O Christ our God, who established our Fathers as luminaries upon the earth, and through them led us all to the true Faith. O Most compassionate, glory to You.

Apolytikion for Great Martyr Marina in the 4th Tone

O Lord Jesus, unto Thee Thy lamb doth cry with a great voice: O my Bridegroom, Thee I love; and seeking Thee, I now contest, and with Thy baptism am crucified and buried. I suffer for Thy sake, that I may reign with Thee; for Thy sake I die, that I may live in Thee: accept me offered out of longing to Thee as a spotless sacrifice. Lord, save our souls through her intercessions, since Thou art great in mercy.

Seasonal Kontakion in the 2nd Tone

O unfailing protection of Christians, and our faithful advocate before the Creator: though we are sinners, do not ignore our entreaty; but in your goodness, grant your timely help to us who appeal to you in faith. Quickly make intercession; on our behalf make speedy supplication, O Theotokos, for you always protect those who honor you.

Gospel and Epistle Readings

Epistle Reading

Sunday of the Holy Fathers of the 4th Ecumenical Council
The Reading is from St. Paul's Letter to Titus 3:8-15

Titus, my son, the saying is sure. I desire you to insist on these things, so that those who have believed in God may be careful to apply themselves to good deeds; these are excellent and profitable to men. But avoid stupid controversies, genealogies, dissensions, and quarrels over the law, for they are unprofitable and futile. As for a man who is factious, after admonishing him once or twice, have nothing more to do with him, knowing that such a person is perverted and sinful; he is self-condemned.

When I send Artemas or Tychicos to you, do your best to come to me at Nicopolis, for I have decided to spend the winter there. Do your best to speed Zenas the lawyer and Apollos on their way; see that they lack nothing. And let our people learn to apply themselves to good deeds, so as to help cases of urgent need, and not to be unfruitful.

All who are with me send greeting to you. Greet those who love us in the faith. Grace be with you all. Amen.

Gospel Reading

Sunday of the Holy Fathers of the 4th Ecumenical Council
The Reading is from Matthew 5:14-19

The Lord said to his disciples, "You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hid. Nor do men light a lamp and put it under a bushel, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven. Think not that I have come to abolish the law and the prophets; I have come not to abolish them but to fulfill them. For truly, I say to you, till heaven and earth pass away, not an iota, not a dot, will pass from the law until all is accomplished. Whoever then relaxes one of the least of these commandments and teaches men so, shall be called least in the kingdom of heaven; but he who does them and teaches them shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven."

Announcements

Greeters

Jon Kennedy, Bill Clemons

Prosfora

Anonymous

Fellowship Hour

Thank you to the Manos family for hosting this Sunday in memory of +Marina Emms.

Online Bible Study

Wednesday July 20 is the last meeting of our Bible Study for July this year. Join us through zoom to study 2 Timothy 2.1-26 about being good soldiers of Christ. It will be relaxed and interesting, and a great time for fellowship with new friends.

Join Zoom Meeting at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87644147849?pwd=ZzllWU1La1ZYYm9HK2dQcU9TbmMyUT09; Meeting ID: 876 4414 7849; Passcode: 336490; or dial +1 312 626 6799.

Our Bible Study is led and organized by Mrs. Kathy Ryan. We read the scheduled readings together and make plenty of time for discussion. Fr. Perry often joins in for the discussion but is not at every class. Questions? Email Kathy at kathyryan.zoe@gmail.com

Little Lambs trip to New Brighton Beach

Join us on Thursday, July 21 at 11:00 am for the first get-together of our newest church ministry! Children 40 days to 5 are welcome to join our monthly group with parents and/or caregivers.

For the beach trip, bring your own picnic lunch, beach gear, and cold water bottles :). Older siblings and kids of similar ages are welcome. New Brighton Beach - 1500 Old Highway 8 NW, St. Paul, MN 55112.

For questions, contact Prs. Cassie at (651) 706-9673. RSVP to niko@stgeorgegoc.org.

Summer Book Discussion

Please join us on Wednesday, Wednesday, August 3 & 10 at 7:30 pm for our next and last Summer Book Discussion sessions. We had an engaging first session! We will separate the book into three parts (approx. 50 pages each). We are reading The Great Divorce by C.S. Lewis. Read the second third of the book for our next session. Visit the church bookstore or order on Amazon to get your copy. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0060652950/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1.

Wednesday, August 3⋅7:30 – 8:30 pm
Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84790049254?pwd=VzVjT3k2d3l2ZDYzeTZ6bGFwL0dHdz09 Meeting ID: 847 9004 9254 Passcode: 888319; or dial +1 312 626 6799.

Wednesday, August 10⋅7:00 – 8:00 pm
Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89397437819?pwd=cEtoeG8vYmZvVDVvM2xHdllUWC83Zz09 Meeting ID: 893 9743 7819; Passcode: 891752; or dial +1 312 626 6799.

Bookkeeping Schedule in July

Our bookkeeper will be away from July 18-29; please allow extra time when submitting receipts for reimbursement during that period. Festival committee chairs, be especially mindful of this timing when submitting check requests for vendor payments.

John Pitsavas Memorial Scholarship - Deadline July 19

The Scholarship Committee announces the opening of this year’s essay contest for the John Pitsavas Memorial Scholarship. The first-place winner will receive the $1,000 Pitsavas scholarship, made possible by the generosity of the Pitsavas family. Second and third place winners will be awarded $500 and $300 scholarships respectively, funded by the St. George Missions & Benevolence Committee.

This year’s essay question is: As you go on to college, how might your Orthodox Christian faith give you direction and strength for the road ahead, especially during difficult times or when your faith is tested? You are encouraged to use examples from any past struggles. Essays should be at least 1000 words.

The following passages may help you reflect on this topic: 2 Timothy 4:7-8, Matthew 5:1-12, Ephesians 6:10-18.

2022 high school graduates and current college students of active St. George families are eligible to apply unless they have previously received the scholarship. Students may be at any stage of their undergraduate journey. The deadline for submitting essays is Tuesday, July 19 at 2 pm. Contact the church office for more details at office@stgeorgegoc.org. The winner will be announced on August 14 – College Student Sunday.

40 Day Churching

Anna Kanavati and baby Mina on July 10. Congrats to all including dad Steve!

Fellowship Hour Hosts Needed

We are in need of hosts for upcoming Sundays. Please contact Elise at EDWerger@aol.com or 612-867-8047 to sign up. Thank you!

Loaves & Fishes

Please volunteer to help serve Monday, August 1^st at St. Matthews on Hall Avenue. Take this opportunity for a wonderful way to start the month! The time commitment is only a bit over 2 hours- 4:30-6:45/7:00 pm. Please sign up here or at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d49ada623a0fcc70-august1 to help out.

OCF Outreach

Parents and college students: if you know any students attending the University of St. Thomas or the University of St. Catherine in St.Paul who would be interested in joining an OCF (Orthodox Christian Fellowship), please send their contact information to niko@stgeorgegoc.org. We will be contacting the students later this summer.

Calling All Ninjas!

St. George Youth & Family takes on the challenge of the Ninja Obstacle Academy! Join us on August 18 from 12:00 - 2:30 for training, games, and an obstacle course. Lunch will be provided :) Meet at: 7615 Golden Triangle Dr. Eden Prairie, MN 55344. Ready for the challenge? RSVP to niko@stgeorgegoc.org

Latest Issue of Glad Tidings

The July-August 2022 Glad Tidings was published and mailed last week: https://www.stgeorgegoc.org/assets/GladTidings/GladTidings-2022-JulyAugust.pdf

Intro to Orthodox Christianity Fall 2022 Course

Our catechism course, Intro to Orthodox Christianity, will begin on Tuesday, September 13, from 7-9 pm. Catechism 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 our knowledge of the Orthodox Christian Faith. Classes will be held on Tuesday evenings in-person or online via Zoom. Register online at https://forms.gle/aFAzYJf7QH2A7dGb6. Learn more at meocca.org. Feel free to join us for an individual session as well!

Please sign up! Text Message Reminders for Youth & Family Events!

We have some AWESOME Youth & Family events coming up, and you don't want to miss out. Join our text message system Remind to stay up to date with all of our communications. Join by clicking https://www.remind.com/join/stgyandf

Wisdom of the Fathers

"But whosoever shall do and teach," said He, "shall be called great." For not to ourselves alone, should we be profitable, but to others also; since neither is the reward as great for him who guides himself aright, as for one who with himself adds also another.

St. John Chrysostom

Homilies 15 and 16 on Matthew 5, 4th Century

Since he who cannot teach himself, yet attempts to set others right, will have many to ridicule him. Or rather such a one will have no power to teach at all, his actions uttering their voice against him.

St. John Chrysostom

Homilies 15 and 16 on Matthew 5, 4th Century

In Other News

Pan-O Dance July 23

Hello, Pan-Orthodox community of Minnesota! We are excited to announce the return of the Pan-O dance! It is an event for all; parents, kids, young adults, babushkas, taetas, papous, etc. This year the Pan-O dance will be on July 23 at 6 pm and hosted outside at the St. George Antiochian pavilion. Address: 1250 Oakdale Avenue West St. Paul. Drinks will be provided by the Twin Cities YAL! Please bring a snack or appetizer to share! We look forward to seeing you all there! If you have any questions please contact Francine Perry: fsperry1@comcast.net

Brats & Bingo July 30

On July 30 St Michaels and St George’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church will be hosting a fundraiser for Ukraine: Brats & Bingo 4-8 pm; $15 Kramarczuk sausage, sauerkraut, and pierogi on a stick meal; Snow cones; $20 for all you can play Bingo. Proceeds to support medical needs in Ukraine. 505 4th St NE Minneapolis, 55413.

FOCUS Minnesota Annual Fundraiser August 18

Summer's here, and it will soon be time for our annual get-together. It's food, drink, music, fundraising, and a report back about all the wonderful things FOCUS Minnesota has been able to accomplish because of your support. Save the evening of Thursday, August 18th, 2022. It's guaranteed you will be uplifted and encouraged to hear about the work we are doing together for those in need. RSVP: focustwincities@gmail.com

Friends and Supporters of FOCUS Minnesota, WE NEED YOU!

Our staff is tiny, and volunteers are at the very center of how we manage and operate all of our programs. During the summer we are always looking to cover vacations and time away, for whatever reason, and it's a great opportunity for a short-term commitment. We also always have a need for help throughout the year.

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We could increase our programming by extending our hours or add another day if we had the volunteers to make it happen. Volunteering at FOCUS isn't a forever commitment. Offering us your time for 6-8 weeks during the summer would be a blessing. Joining one of our core volunteer teams also means you are free to miss whenever you need, to attend to everything else in your life! Visit our Help Helper page to see what's available.

Here's a quick summary:
•   Help in Clothing Closet - Monday through Thursday, help clients shop or sort our donations.
•   Help with our Food Shelf - the 3rd Saturday of the month.
•   Help on Sunday Nights - various duties around offering a hot meal to visitors, indoors and at our front door.
•   Anytime during the week or month - a shopper or gopher to help us bring in supplies and water.
• If a Saturday would work for you, once a month we'd like to start a Saturday Clothes Closet.
•   And don't forget our "Back Burner List!" This allows us to call you whenever we might have a need, sometimes on short notice, with the understanding that you'll decline the opportunity if it doesn't work. But you may be able to jump in!

Curious enough to find out more? Please call Vera Proctor for more information - 651-222-0712 or vproctor@focusna.org.

Summer Church Visits

Traveling this summer? Please send in (gladtidings@stgeorgegoc.org) photos of you/your family in front of/at the Orthodox Churches that you visit! Please include in your submission the name of the church and the city/state/country. Photos submitted by August 10 will be published in the Sept-October Glad Tidings.

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.

Save the Date – September 18

Please support the Lyn Olson Medical Crisis Program by attending their annual gala on September 18, 2022, from 3:30-6 pm at the Korluka Equestrian Farm in Stillwater, MN. Enjoy great food, horses, yard games, silent auction, music, and more.

Ancient Faith Women’s Retreat - November 10-13

This retreat will take place in Bolivar, PA. For more information and to register: https://store.ancientfaith.com/2022-afwr/

Announcing 2022 Roselawn Program Prices

Advance planning can give you and your family peace of mind and is also cost-effective. Annual cost increases are typically at least 2% and have risen over 27% since 2013. The St. George Roselawn Cemetery Program continues to offer lots at Roselawn in Roseville for a 15% discount off list prices. All revenue from lots supports our church and its ministries. These lots are in the St. George section, adjacent to the “Greek” section, and easily identifiable by the monument/altar table. Contact the church office for more information.

2022 Discounted Prices for Parishioners:

$6,715 = Monument Lot (2 Graves)

$4,670 = Flat Lot (2 Graves)

$2,995 = Flat Lot (1 Grave, Limited Availability)

(These prices reflect a 15% off Roselawn Retail Price)

This continues to be one of those great opportunities where you can support the church, save some money and create a legacy for your family all at the same time. Lots for both monument and marker stones are still available. Please follow Roselawn regulations for the care and beautification of your lots.

Saints and Feasts

July 17

Sunday of the Holy Fathers of the 4th Ecumenical Council

On the Sunday that falls from the 13th to the 19th of the present month, we chant the Service to the 630 Holy and God-bearing Fathers who came together for the 4th Ecumenical Council who assembled in Chalcedon in 451, to condemn Eutyches, who taught that there was only one nature, the divine, in Christ after the Incarnation, and Dioscorus, Patriarch of Alexandria, who illegally received Eutyches back into communion and deposed Saint Flavian, Patriarch of Constantinople, who had excommunicated Eutyches.

In the Slavic tradition, on this Sunday, the Fathers of the first six Ecumenical Councils are all commemorated.

July 17

The Holy Great Martyr Marina (Margaret)

This Martyr lived during the reign of Claudius II (268-270). She was from Pisidia of Cilicia and was the only daughter of a certain priest of the idols. On being orphaned by her mother, she was handed over to a certain woman who instructed her in the Faith of Christ. When she was fifteen years old, she was apprehended by the ruler of Olmbrius, and when asked her name, homeland, and faith, she answered: "My name is Marina; I am the offspring of the Pisidia; I call upon the Name of my Lord Jesus Christ." Because of this she endured bonds, imprisonment, and many whippings, and was finally beheaded in the year 270. Saint Marina is especially invoked for deliverance from demonic possession.

July 19

Macrina the Righteous, sister of St. Basil

Saint Macrina, the elder sister of Saints Basil the Great and Gregory of Nyssa, was sought after by many as a bride because of her beauty, wisdom, and illustrious birth, and in tender youth was espoused by her parents to a bridegroom of fitting nobility. When her betrothed died, Macrina refused any other suitors, and devoted herself to a life of virginity, asceticism, and prayer. When her brother Basil returned from a brilliant career in the best schools of Constantinople and Athens, puffed up with not a little youthful pride-for knowledge puffeth up-it was the ardent admonitions and holy example of his blessed sister that persuaded him to turn from seeking worldly glory to the service of God. Saint Macrina founded a convent, where she ended her earthly life in the year 379, and was buried by her brother Gregory, who wrote a moving account of her last days and his grief at seeing such a light pass out of the world.

July 05

Holy New Martyrs Elizabeth the Grand Duchess and the Novice Barbara

Grand Duchess Elizabeth, a grand-daughter of Queen Victoria of England and elder sister of Empress Alexandra of Russia (see July 4), was one of the most illustrious women of her day, known throughout Europe not only for her high birth and graceful beauty, but also for her modesty and goodness of heart. After marrying Grand Duke Sergius Alexandrovich, she converted to Orthodoxy, although this was not required of her by her position. After the assassination of her husband in 1905, Grand Duchess Elizabeth withdrew from public life, founding the convent of Saints Martha and Mary, of which she became the superior. There she dedicated herself to prayer, fasting, tending the sick, and caring for the poor. After the Bolsheviks seized power, she was exiled to the Urals, where she and those with her were martyred in 1918 when they were cast alive into an abandoned mine. The Novice Barbara followed Saint Elizabeth into exile. When she was separated from the Grand Duchess, Barbara asked to be allowed to join her again; to terrify her, the Bolsheviks told her that she would be allowed to do this, but only if she were prepared for unheard-of torments and a violent death. To their amazement, she consented, and was deemed worthy of martyrdom with the Grand Duchess. Their holy relics were recovered and taken through Russia to China, and came to rest in the Convent of Saint Mary Magdalene in Jerusalem. When their reliquaries were opened in 1981, their bodies were found to be partially incorrupt, and sweet with the odour of sanctity. With them are also commemorated their fellow Martyrs: Grand Duke Sergius Mikhailovich; Princes John, Constantine, and Igor, the brethren; Prince Vladimir Paley; and Theodore Remez.

Stewardship

Our 2022 theme is, "…Our Church Our Spiritual Home." In the words of Metropolitan Hierotheos of Nafpaktos, "...in the Church we live eternal life starting from now. We do not simply await the life to come, but we experience and enjoy it from the present. The Kingdom of God, according to the Fathers, is not life beyond the grave but communion with God...“

2022 Stewardship Goal

Stewardship Goal

$132,407 of $260,000 (through June)

Pledges Received

As of July 7, 101 families have pledged a total of $166,183.

Make Your Stewardship Pledge Online

Thank you for your continued support! Make your 2022 pledge by visiting https://forms.gle/NjsemfkEqFihqn4F7. Please make sure to note any updates to your contact information as we prepare to publish our new pictorial directory. Please make special note of any information you would like unlisted/omitted from the directory.

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 and fellowship hour are 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.

We hope you will join us in our hall upstairs after service this morning for fellowship and refreshments.

Greek Summer Festival

Volunteers Needed - Please Confirm by Signing Up

*We need extra help in the Hot Food Tent

Volunteers can sign up with Jon Kennedy after Liturgy today. Please volunteer for the festival to make it a success! Working together helps us get to know each other, this important event is a key church fundraiser, and you might learn some new skills. Volunteers are needed before, during, and after the festival. All kinds of skills are needed, not just food prep. Sign up in the fellowship hall after Liturgy, or use the SignUp Genius website at the following link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4CA5AD2BABFF2-2022. If you have questions, call the Church office, ask any of the festival committee members, email the volunteer coordinator, Yodahe Gamada at yodahegamada@gmail.com, or visit the SignUp Genius website.

Calling all Bakers!

Volunteer opportunities are available to help prepare the Greek Pastries that we will offer during the festival. This is a great opportunity to not only help but to be part of a fun-loving group and learn about baking, among other things! We will be baking the following Wednesdays from 9:30 until 4:00ish. July 20th and 27th. Contact Nanette Gomez at 651.335.6132 or nanettegomez1@gmail.com for details.

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