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Sunday Bulletin - St. George Greek Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2023-01-22
Bulletin Contents
Calendar
Hymns of the Day
Gospel and Epistle Readings
Announcements
Wisdom of the Fathers
In Other News
Saints and Feasts
Archdiocese News
Basketball Tournament 2023
Stewardship
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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

Contact Information

Fr. Perry Kallis


frperry@stgeorgegoc.org

Administrative Assistant Antigoni Mylonopoulos


office@stgeorgegoc.org

Bookstore Steve Arsenault


bookstore@stgeorgegoc.org

Newsletter- Glad Tidings Antigoni Mylonopoulos


gladtidings@stgeorgegoc.org

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 8:15 am & Divine Liturgy 9:30 am

Confession (by appointment)

Weekday Services (www.stgeorgegoc.org/calendar)

Streaming

youtube.com/c/stgeorgestpaul

facebook.com/stgeorgestpaul

Fellowship Hour Sunday following Divine Liturgy

Office Hours Tuesdays & Fridays 8:00 am - 3:00 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.

Past Bulletins


Calendar

  • Parish Calendar

    January 22 to January 30, 2023

    Sunday, January 22

    15th Sunday of Luke

    +ST. TIMOTHY

    8:15AM ORTHROS

    9:30AM DIVINE LITURGY

    10:30AM Sunday School

    2:00PM March for Life

    Monday, January 23

    7:00PM Catechism - Introduction

    Tuesday, January 24

    6:00PM Iconography Class

    Wednesday, January 25

    +ST. GREGORY THEOLOGIAN

    +FAST DAY

    Friday, January 27

    +TRANSLATION RELICS ST. JOHN CHYRSOSTOM

    +FAST DAY

    Saturday, January 28

    +ST. EPHRAIM THE SYRIAN

    9:30AM Divine Liturgy in Eau Claire, WI

    Sunday, January 29

    Sunday of the Canaanite

    8:15AM ORTHROS

    9:30AM DIVINE LITURGY

    10:30AM Sunday School

    Monday, January 30

    +THREE HIERARCHS: ST. BASIL THE GREAT, ST. GREGORY THE THEOLOGIAN, & ST. JOHN CHRYSOSTOM

  • Ministries Calendar

    January 22 to January 29, 2023

    Sunday, January 22

    12:00PM Basketball Practice

    Sunday, January 29

    12:00PM Basketball Practice

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Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Grave Tone

By the cross, O Lord, you destroyed death; to the thief you opened paradise. The myrrhbearers' sorrow you transformed into joy, and you sent your apostles forth to proclaim that you had risen from the dead, Christ our God, bestowing on all the world your great mercy.

Apolytikion for Timothy of the 70 in the 4th Tone

Since thou hadst been instructed in uprightness thoroughly and wast vigilant in all things, thou wast clothed with a good conscience as befitteth one holy. Thou didst draw from the Chosen Vessel ineffable mysteries; and having kept the Faith, thou didst finish a like course, O Hieromartyr and Apostle Timothy. Intercede with Christ God that our souls be saved.

Apolytikion for Martyr Anastasius the Persian in the 4th Tone

Thy Martyr, O Lord, in his courageous contest for Thee received the prize of the crowns of incorruption and life from Thee, our immortal God. For since he possessed Thy strength, he cast down the tyrants and wholly destroyed the demons' strengthless presumption. O Christ God, by his prayers, save our souls, since Thou art merciful.

Seasonal Kontakion in the 1st Tone

For our salvation you took flesh and you sanctified the Virgin's womb; you blessed the aged Simeon as you lay resting in his arms, and having come to save us all, O Christ our God, to these troubled times, bring your lasting peace. Give strong and undaunted faith to all your people, O only lover of mankind.
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Gospel and Epistle Readings

Epistle Reading

15th Sunday of Luke
The Reading is from St. Paul's First Letter to Timothy 4:9-15

Timothy, my son, the saying is sure and worthy of full acceptance. For to this end we toil and suffer reproach, because we have our hope set on the living God, who is the Savior of all men, especially of those who believe. Command and teach these things. Let no one despise your youth, but set the believers an example in speech and conduct, in love, in faith, in purity. Till I come, attend to the public reading of scripture, to preaching, to teaching. Do not neglect the gift you have, which was given you by prophetic utterance when the council of elders laid their hands upon you. Practice these duties, devote yourself to them, so that all may see your progress.

Gospel Reading

15th Sunday of Luke
The Reading is from Luke 19:1-10

At that time, Jesus was passing through Jericho. And there was a man named Zacchaios; he was a chief collector, and rich. And he sought to see who Jesus was, but could not, on account of the crowd, because he was small of stature. So he ran on ahead and climbed up into a sycamore tree to see him, for he was to pass that way. And when Jesus came to the place, he looked up and said to him, "Zacchaios, make haste and come down; for I must stay at your house today." So he made haste and came down, and received him joyfully. And when they saw it they all murmured, "He has gone in to be the guest of a man who is a sinner." And Zacchaios stood and said to the Lord, "Behold, Lord, the half of my goods I give to the poor; and if I have defrauded any one of anything, I restore it fourfold." And Jesus said to him, "Today salvation has come to this house, since he also is a son of Abraham. For the Son of man came to seek and to save the lost."

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Announcements

Greeters

Dean Natto, Paul Werger

Prosfora

Tina Sageotis

Memorials

Julia Von Kenyon (6 months)

Fellowship Hour

Stephanie Kenyon. Thank you Stephanie!

House Blessings

Many Years for the feast of Theophany! Χρόνια Πολλά! Please contact Fr. Perry at frperry@stgeorgegoc.org or (651) 706-9672 to schedule your house blessing.

Outdoor Blessing of the Waters - Agiasmos

Blessing of Waters at the Mississippi River, 1313 Hidden Falls Dr, St Paul, MN 55116, Saturday, Jan 21, 12-12:30 pm. This event is sponsored by Minnesota Eastern Orthodox Christian Clergy Association.

March for life

MCCL (Minnesota Citizens Concerned for Life), March for Life will be on Sunday, January 22, 2023. We will meet at the Minnesota Peace Officers Memorial at 2:00 p.m. and then a march to the State Capital steps for the program beginning at 2:30 p.m. As an annual reminder that over 60 million unborn tiny human lives have been lost. This caring reminder brings to light thoughts about respect and protection for all the ‘unborn children and their mothers’. In previous years, the crowds have been made up of mostly younger people and a great many had signs: “I Regret Lost Fatherhood”, “I Regret My Abortion”, and “Protect Life”.

Intro to Orthodox Christianity Catechism Course - Winter 2023

Join us for our MEOCCA catechism course, Intro to Orthodox Christianity, beginning on Monday, January 23, from 7-9 pm. Catechism is for people interested in learning more about Orthodox Christianity, inquirers, catechumens, and current Orthodox Christians as well! A great way to deepen our knowledge of the Orthodox Christian Faith. Classes will be held on Monday evenings in person (1111 Summit Ave. St. Paul, MN 55105) or online via Zoom (the link will be emailed before classes begin). Register online at https://forms.gle/sVcXqVVenSgfVySa8. Learn more at www.meocca.org. Email Fr. Perry at info@stgeorgegoc.org with questions.

2023 Summer Greek Festival Kick-Off Meeting

Join us on Monday, January 23 at 7:00 pm on Zoom. Here is the link: https://goarch.zoom.us/j/85705086311?pwd=SzhsZzdkcjRoQlpUV2J3NVhsaHQ0Zz09. We will discuss basic logistics to get our different sections started. This is a general meeting open to everyone interested in volunteering this year! Please contact Phyllis with questions at kapetanp@augsburg.edu.

2023 Winter Icon Classes from Korluka Studios

Session 1 “The Holy Face” at St. George Greek Orthodox Church on Summit Avenue in St. Paul (including zoom) held on Tuesdays January 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm. The tuition is $265.00 including paints brushes, a gessoed panel, and supplies. The fee for returning students to the first class will be $70.

Session 2 “Protection of the Theotokos” at St. George Greek Orthodox Church on Summit Avenue in St. Paul (including zoom) held on Tuesdays February 7, 21, 28, and March 7 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm. The tuition is $265.00 including paints brushes, a gessoed panel, and supplies. The fee for returning students to the first class will be $70.

Please contact akorluka@aol.com or arsenault@gmail.com for registration. Materials are available at Wet Paint. More information to follow!

"Iconography is the image of the incarnate Christ. No one can create the image of God without the grace of the Holy Spirit."

Loaves and Fishes

Volunteers are needed to help serve our first St. George meal in 2023. Monday, February 6th at St. Matthews on Hall Avenue. The time commitment is just around 2 hours- 4:30 pm - 6:45/7:00 pm. Join us in continuing this worthy ministry! Please sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d49ada623a0fcc70-february2#/.

2023 YAL Chicago Conference! Feb 17 - 20 | Rosemont, IL

The Annual YAL Chicago Conference, hosted by the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago, is an opportunity for Orthodox Christian young adults, ages *18-35, to come together in faith, fellowship, worship, and service. You can register here: https://chicago.goarch.org/yalconference23-register/ or support the conference here: https://chicago.goarch.org/yalconference2023-support/.

"Journey Through Lent"; the Pan-Orthodox Choir Ministry (MEOCCA Choir) Concert to benefit FOCUS MN

The Pan-Orthodox Choir of MEOCCA presents Journey Through Lent - February 18, at 7:00 pm - A benefit concert for FOCUS MN at St. Mary's Orthodox Cathedral, 1701 5th St. NE, Minneapolis. Reception to follow.

Pan-Orthodox Dance!

We are excited to announce the 2023 Pan-Orthodox Dance! This dance is an event for EVERYONE! Bring your whole family! Parents, kids, and grandparents are all welcome to participate in the different cultural dances of the Orthodox faith. The Pan-O dance will be held on February 18th at 6:00 pm in the Great Hall of St. Mary’s Greek Orthodox Church. For food there will be a potluck, so please bring a dish and/or dessert to share! If you have any questions, please contact Francine Perry at fsperry1@comcast.net.

The Metropolis of Chicago Book Club

Our Holy Metropolis of Chicago continues to seek ways to connect congregations across the parishes and the miles, and to that end, is introducing an Engaging with Faith series. The first event in this series is a two-part discussion of the book 'For the Life of the World: Towards a Social Ethos of the Orthodox Church', led by our brother clergy Dn. Perry Hamalis (who was on the committee that authored this book). Please see the attached flyer (in Inserts section) for details, including dates, and ways to download or purchase the book. This will be a Zoom-only event, on February 22 and March 16, from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm CT.

Calling Mental Health Providers 

Mark your calendars for our next gathering of Eastern Orthodox mental health providers in the Twin Cities Metro in this MEOCCA-sponsored event in the fireside room at St. Mary's Greek Orthodox Church from 5:30-7:30 PM on January 25th (3450 Irving Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408)! If you provide direct client care as an LMFT, LPCC, LP, Psychiatrist, Certified Grief Counselor, or LICSW (or are in a licensure track for one of these fields), this group is for you. We meet to provide consultation and fellowship within the group and hope to develop mental health training pieces to deliver outside the group but within the broader Eastern Orthodox community. If you are unsure if you qualify to attend, please direct questions to Natasha Keller at natasha@lakeandvalleyft.com. RSVPs are welcome but not required to natasha@lakeandvalleyft.com. 

Sponsor a Fellowship Hour 

Please sign up to host a Sunday Fellowship (Coffee) Hour in 2023! Contact Elise Werger at 612-867-8047 (voice/text) or use this link for SignUp Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d4ca5ad2babff2-fellowship2#/. Hosts are especially needed for Jan. 29, Feb. 5, and 19. 

Coffee Donation

Please consider donating a coffee canister for our kitchen! Supply is low and we all love a hot cup of coffee! Thank you!

Are you interested in Byzantine History?
Would you be interested in coordinating an event that would allow our church to view some Byzantine Artifacts during an upcoming Fellowship Hour? Please contact Fr. Perry at frperry@stgeorgegoc.org if you would like to hear more!
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Wisdom of the Fathers

For Christ's presence is like that of some life-giving, scented balsam which restores health, enriches life and gives savor to the soul, the thoughts, the words of a man. In brief, distance from Christ means corruption and death, and closeness to Him means salvation and life.
Bishop Nikolai Velimirovic
Prolog, 4 February

Christ is the salvation that comes, and Zacchaeus is the house to which He comes.
Bishop Nikolai Velimirovic
Prolog, 4 February

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In Other News

OCMC Dinner at St. Mary's GOC Thursday, February 9, 2023

Today as we struggle to combat the negativity, divisiveness, false narratives, violence, and hatred that seem omni-present, the need for the Good News of Jesus Christ is more important than ever. And yet 2/3rds of the world today is NOT Christian and 25% has never been exposed to the Gospel in a way that allows them to follow Jesus Christ and the life-changing truth and love that He offers.

In order to see how the Orthodox Church in this country is responding to this challenge, we have a special informational and fundraising dinner on the work of our pan-Orthodox Orthodox Christian Mission Center. While the event is free, we are asking that people register online or via the QR code on the flyers (you can find the flyers in the "Bulletin Inserts" section).

Series Premiere: Wisdom on Wheels

The Assembly of Bishops announces the premiere of its new series entitled Wisdom on Wheels, a series of interviews with the leadership of the Orthodox Christian Church in the USA. Enjoy this opportunity to learn about your bishops and other leaders: their stories, interests, and more! Here is the link: https://www.assemblyofbishops.org/news/2023/series-premiere-wisdom-on-wheels

Short Course on Mission at U of M campus

Fr. Jacob Zaki of St. George Coptic Orthodox Church will teach a short course (4 weeks) at Anselm House at the University of Minnesota beginning January 30th on the topic of Mission. All are welcome to register and attend. Here is the link: https://anselmshortcourses.eventcalendarapp.com/u/39625/205539?repeatId=1

Course Description:
"What are Christians for? What purpose should animate our relationships with other Christians and all those around us? This short course examines what it means for the church to be entrusted with the good news of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. By looking at the witness of the Apostles and the early church, we consider what it might mean to live "on mission" in our present world, locally and globally."

Meetings begin at 6:00 pm with dinner, with the course starting around 6:45 pm.

Your Orthodox Living Will

In cooperation with the 5 Wishes organization and with the support of Leadership 100, the Archdiocese is able to provide an Orthodox Living Will, available on orthodoxmarketplace.com for only $2. Here is the link to purchase a Will: https://orthodoxmarketplace.com/orthodox-living-will/.

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, FOCUS MN, etc. are here to help!

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Saints and Feasts

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January 22

Timothy the Apostle of the 70

The Apostle Timothy, who was from Lystra of Lycaonia, was born of a Greek (that is, pagan) father and a Jewish mother. His mother's name was Eunice, and his grandmother's name was Lois (II Tim. 1:5). He became the disciple of the Apostle Paul when the latter first preached there, and he followed St. Paul during the whole period of the Apostle's preaching. Afterwards, Timothy was consecrated by him as first Bishop of the church in Ephesus. Under the supervision of John the Evangelist, who governed all the churches in Asia, he completed his life as a martyr in the year 97. He was stoned to death by the heathens, because, as some surmise, he opposed the festival held in honor of Artemis (Diana). The Apostle Paul's First and Second Epistles to Timothy were written to him.

Xeniarome
January 24

Xenia, Deaconess of Rome

Our righteous Mother Xenia of Rome was of a distinguished family. While her parents were preparing to wed her, she stole away secretly, taking two handmaids with her, and departed for Mylasa of Karia in Asia Minor, and there she completed her life in asceticism. She was ordained deaconess by Paul, her spiritual father, who became Bishop of Mylasa. Although she was originally named Eusebia, to conceal her identity, she took the name Xenia - which means "stranger" in Greek - because of her estrangement from her country.

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Archdiocese News

Registration for all programs of Ionian Village 2023 opens this Saturday, January 21st at 12pm EST on ionianvillage.org!!!

01/19/2023

Registration for all programs of Ionian Village 2023 opens this Saturday, January 21st at 12pm EST on ionianvillage.org!!!
https://www.goarch.org/-/registration-programs-ionian-village-opens-saturday-january-21
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Basketball Tournament 2023

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Deadline Extended to Today!

St. Mary's GOC will be hosting the 2023 Western Region Family Basketball Tournament on February 3-5, 2023. Registration extended to today for players and to purchase tickets for non-players. 

Link for weekend meal package and a la carte meals: https://chicago.goarch.org/wrfbt23-meal/

Saturday Banquet tickets $95 for ages 13 and older and $70 for children 12 and under. Banquet Dance Only there is no charge. Banquet dance to begin at approximately 9 o'clock.

Again, all players/coaches are required to purchase the Weekend Meal Package. Players if you haven't already done so, please register immediately. Today is the last day to register! And fill out your WAIVER Forms here! Parents of JOY players, please fill out on behalf of your child(children) https://chicago.goarch.org/wrfbt23-waiver/

Basketball Practice: Today, Sunday, January 22nd, 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm at Hidden River Middle School, 1700 Summit Ave., St. Paul, MN. Uniforms will be distributed. The last practice will be next Sunday, January, 29.

Reach out to Angie (612-812-1028) if you have any questions.

 

St. Mary's needs Volunteers! 

St. Mary's is in need of volunteers for various tasks during the tournament weekend, February 3-5.
Click this link https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0f44a8ac2ca5facf8-2023#/ to find out the many volunteer opportunities and to sign up. (Or you can call the church office at (612) 825-9595 for more information.)

See you at the Tournament!  And Thanks in advance St. George for your assistance! 

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Stewardship

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Our Stewardship theme for 2023 is "Giving Thanks: Eucharistic Stewardship. As true stewards of the Body of Christ, we understand the power of our Stewardship to revitalize the Church."

2023 Stewardship Goal

$0 of $260,000 (update coming soon)

Pledge Cards Received

As of January 01, 0 families have pledged a total of $0. (update coming soon)

Make Your Stewardship Pledge Online

Thank you for your continued support! Make your 2023 pledge by visiting https://forms.gle/CMySgYQMEVMt97eR6.

Final numbers for 2022 will be available soon, but it looks like we made our 2022 Stewardship Goal! Thank you all for your support of the work of the Church!

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.

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