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Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2018-11-04
Bulletin Contents
Gospel and Epistle Readings
news
Hymns of the Day
Wisdom of the Fathers
INVITATIONS

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Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church

General Information

  • Phone:
  • (201) 652-4774 for emergencies: 201 870 2676
  • Fax:
  • (201) 652-0789
  • Street Address:

  • 467 Grandview Avenue

  • Wyckoff, NJ 07481

Contact Information

Reverend Basil C. Gikas
Pastor

frbill@stnicholasnj.org | 201 652 4774 ext. 12

Ms. Rula Thasites
Administrator

office@stnicholasnj.org | 201 652 4774 ext. 10

Services Schedule

 

Sundays in the fall, winter & spring:

Matins: 9 a.m. &  Divine Liturgy 10a.m. except during the summer

 

Summer hours for Sundays in July and August:

Matins: 8:30a.m.  & Divine Liturgy 9:30a.m.

Past Bulletins


Gospel and Epistle Readings

Matins Gospel Reading

First Orthros Gospel
The Reading is from Matthew 28:16-20

At that time, the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. And when they saw him they worshipped him; but some doubted. And Jesus came and said to them, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, to the close of the age. Amen."

Epistle Reading

Prokeimenon. Plagal Second Mode. Psalm 27.9,1.
O Lord, save your people and bless your inheritance.
Verse: To you, O Lord, I have cried, O my God.

The reading is from St. Paul's Letter to the Ephesians 2:4-10.

Brethren, God who is rich in mercy, out of the great love with which he loved us, even when we were dead through our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ (by grace you have been saved), and raised us up with him, and made us sit with him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus, that in the coming ages he might show the immeasurable riches of his grace in kindness toward us in Christ Jesus. For by grace you have been saved through faith; and this is not your own doing, it is the gift of God: not because of works, lest any man should boast. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.

Gospel Reading

5th Sunday of Luke
The Reading is from Luke 16:19-31

The Lord said, "There was a rich man, who was clothed in purple and fine linen and who feasted sumptuously every day. And at his gate lay a poor man named Lazaros, full of sores, who desired to be fed with what fell from the rich man's table; moreover the dogs came and licked his sores. The poor man died and was carried by the angels to Abraham's bosom. The rich man also died and was buried; and in Hades, being in torment, he lifted up his eyes, and saw Abraham far off and Lazaros in his bosom. And he called out, 'Father Abraham, have mercy upon me, and send Lazaros to dip the end of his finger in water and cool my tongue; for I am in anguish in this flame.' But Abraham said, 'Son, remember that you in your lifetime received your good things, and Lazaros in like manner evil things; but now he is comforted here, and you are in anguish. And besides all this, between us and you a great chasm has been fixed, in order that those who would pass from here to you may not be able, and none may cross from there to us.' And he said, 'Then I beg you, father, to send him to my father's house, for I have five brothers, so that he may warn them, lest they also come into this place of torment.' But Abraham said, 'They have Moses, and the prophets; let them hear them.' And he said, 'No, father Abraham; but if some one goes to them from the dead, they will repent.' He said to them, 'If they do not hear Moses and the prophets, neither will they be convinced if some one should rise from the dead.'"

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WEEKLY BULLETIN

11/04/2018

November 4, 2018                     Youth Sunday          5th Sunday of Luke

 

Orthros: 9:00A.M.

Epistle: Ephesians 2:4-10 (pg 1334)

Divine Liturgy: 10:00A.M.

Gospel: Luke 16:19-31 (pg. 1224)

 

Acolytes: Alex Angelis, James Gougousis, Alexandros Christakos, Nick Saros, Connor O’Neill, Michael Maris, Damon Servidio Jr.

 

Ushers: GOYA, Steve Limperopulos,
George Diamantopoulos, Ted Vittas

 

Narthex: John Psomas, Manny Toskos,                      

                Georgette Betts-Tsakalos

 

Reader & Greeter(s): GOYA

Fellowship Hour: GOYA (Parents)

 

Prosforon: The Thasites Family
The Katsikiotis Family

Artoclasia: Ladies Philoptochos
     

 

Memorials: A 1 year memorial for George Thasitis, beloved brother and uncle to Demetri and Rula.

A 1 year memorial for Anastasia Katsikiotis, beloved mother of Vasilis and Panagiotis Katsikiotis, mother-in-law of Martina Katsikiotis and grandmother of 6 grandchildren and their families including one great grandson.
Eternal be their memory.

  

Artoclasia: Thursday, November 1st was the Feast Day of Saints Cosmas and Damianos. Our Ladies Philoptochos is offering an Artoclasia (Blessing of the Loaves) service in honor of its patron Saints Kosmas & Damianos, the unmercenary physicians.

 

GOYA Youth Sunday: Today is Youth Sunday and our GOYAns will be participating as ushers, greeters, Epistle readers, singing in the choir and then serving up a delicious and hearty fellowship hour for all to enjoy. Please come and support our amazing youth and their ministries.
Oath of Office: Today our GOYA officers will take the oath of office.

 

Religious Education: Religious Education classes have begun. Registration is still open! Contact Adora Nonas at adora.nonas@gmail.com or 973 697 9317 or go to our website www.stnicholasnj.org download the form bring it in or send it to our office ASAP! Or contact Fr. Bill - frbill@stnicholasnj.org

 

Young Emerging Adults MINISTRY (YEA): Our New “Young Emerging Adults Ministry” (ages 18-40ish) will meet tomorrow, Monday evening, November 5, 2018 at 7:30 in the home of Anton and Irene Ayvas.  Each monthly gathering differs and this time we will be hearing life stories and testimonies from several young adults and talking about hearing God’s voice.  It’s a time meant for sharing, growing our faith, fellowship, and learning how to apply the teachings of our Lord in our daily lives.   Most importantly it’s about relationship!   Please feel welcome anytime.  We will continue to meet on the first Monday of each month, so mark your calendars!!   Contact Irene Ayvas at iayvas@yahoo.com or 201-803-2307 for details.   

 

 

 

Sessions on Scripture (SOS) is Back! This Wednesday November 7th at 2p.m.  and at 7:30p.m. Join us again in the conference room for a discussion of the book of Colossians chapters 1-3. We use the Orthodox Study Bible (OSB) which is available in our bookstore. For info contact Fr. Bill at frbill@stnicholasnj.org or Caroline Kalliotzis at ckalliotzis@aol.com . SOS is open to all. No prior knowledge of Scripture is required.

 

Church Service: Synaxis of the Archangels:Thursday, November 8th. Orthros will begin at 9:00am and Divine Liturgy at 10:00am.  

 

Philoptochos News: Food Donations: We are collecting nonperishable food items for the homeless. A basket is placed in the Fellowship Hall. Thank you for your support!
Annual Church Christmas Card: The holiday season will soon be upon us and the time has come for our annual Saint Nicholas Christmas card. All participating families will receive a beautiful Christmas card.  A donation of $20 is requested.   Deadline to reply is Sunday, November 25th . Any questions, please contact Aggie Tsadilas at 201.995.9158 or by email at Aggietsad@gmail.com


Kali Parea (Good Company of Seniors): gathering this Tuesday, Nov. 6th at 12Noon in theFellowship Hall.  We invite our members and friends to join us.  Wewill be serving lunch.Our guest speaker will be Dr. Pat Biondi, Au.D from Audiology and Hearing Aid solutions.Look forward to seeing you on that Tuesday!

                 Mark Your Calendar for These Important Upcoming Dates             
                              Sunday, November 11th       Parish General Assembly

Sunday, November 18th       Stewardship Sunday

Sunday December 9th           General Electionsfor parish council

 

Family Event sponsored  by MRF & WRF: On Sunday, December 2nd at 2:00pm, our Men’s & Women’s Reading Fellowships are sponsoring a Free premiere film screening of “Faith, Hope & Love” at the Westwood Movie Theater in Westwood, NJ.  This movie is appropriate for ages 9+. Donations will be accepted at the door and will benefit our Saint Nicholas “Benevolent Fund” ministry. See flyer for more details.

 

 

GIVING TREE/MORTGAGE BURNING CAMPAIGN:  saint nicholas CHURCH CAN be mortgage free by 2020- you can make it happen! Various giving levels are available: you can leaf your donation!or show your love - donate a dove! Or be not forlorn, give an acorn! Be the first on your block and donate a rock. Be a hunk and give a tree trunk!   But seriously….you can always remember a loved one by donating to the giving tree or post a scriptural message. We are at about 30% of our goal.

Other Ways to Give: Please consider Saint Nicholas throughout the year in the following ways: Gift in Stock; Gifting from an Estate; Corporate Matching Programs; recurring gift payments via credit card or PayPal. Remember our parish in your last will & testament. Call the Parish Office for details.

Matching Gift Program: Many employers sponsor matching gift programs and will match any charitable contributions or volunteer hours made by their employees. Corporate matching gifts are a great way for Saint Nicholas stewards to maximize personal contributions to our church and increase the impact of their gift. By taking advantage of a company's matching gift program, you may be able to double or even triple the amount of a contribution. For more information contact Mary Aletras at mary@stnicholasnj.org . Check with your employer to see if they will match a donation to our Saint Nicholas. 


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Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Plagal Second Mode

Angelic powers were above Thy tomb, and they that guarded Thee became as dead. And Mary stood by the grave seeking Thine immaculate Body. Thou hast despoiled Hades and wast not tried thereby. Thou didst meet the Virgin and didst grant us life. O Thou Who didst arise from the dead, Lord, glory be to Thee.

Apolytikion for Joannicius the Great in the Plagal Fourth Mode

With the streams of thy tears, thou didst cultivate the barrenness of the desert; and by thy sighings from the depths,thou didst bear fruit a hundredfold in labours; and thou becamest a luminary, shining with miracles upon the world, O Joannicius our righteous Father. Intercede with Christ God that our souls be saved.

Seasonal Kontakion in the Second Mode

O Protection of Christians that cannot be put to shame, mediation unto the creator most constant: O despise not the voices of those who have sinned; but be quick, O good one, to come unto our aid, who in faith cry unto thee: Hasten to intercession and speed thou to make supplication, O thou who dost ever protect, O Theotokos, them that honor thee.

The translations of hymns are under copyright and used by permission. All rights reserved. These works may not be further reproduced, in print or on other websites or in any other form, without the prior written authorization of the copyright holder:

  • Resurrectional Apolytikion in Plagal of the Second Tone © Holy Transfiguration Monastery - Brookline, MA
  • Apolytikion for Joannicius the Great in the Plagal of the Fourth Tone © Holy Transfiguration Monastery - Brookline, MA
  • Seasonal Kontakion in the Second Tone © Holy Transfiguration Monastery - Brookline, MA
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    Wisdom of the Fathers

    By these words it is surely shown that in his [the rich man] daily feasting he had frequently sinned by his tongue, seeing that, while burning all over, he demanded to be cooled especially in his tongue. Again, that levity of conduct follows closely upon gluttony sacred authority testifies ... For the most part also edacity leads us even to lechery, because, when the belly is distended by repletion, the stings of lust are excited.
    St. Gregory the Dialogist
    The Book of Pastoral Rule, Chapter XIX, 6th century

    The man who has once chosen pleasure in this life, and has not cured his inconsiderateness by repentance, places the land of the good beyond his own reach; for he has dug against himself the yawning impassable abyss of a necessity that nothing can break through.
    St. Gregory of Nyssa

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    INVITATIONS

      couples retreat

      couples retreat

      join us on Saturday November 10 2018!

      YOUNG EMERGING ADULTS (YEA)

      YOUNG EMERGING ADULTS (YEA)

      we gather on the 1st Monday evening of the month for fellowship and discussion

      Acolytes

      Acolytes

      Join the team! if you are a male nine years of age or older, baptized in the Orthodox Christian Church, you can be on the Acolyte team! contact frbill@stnicholasnj.org

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