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Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2018-11-25
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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


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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

Fourth Orthros Gospel
The Reading is from Luke 24:1-12

On the first day of the week, at early dawn, the women went to the tomb, taking the spices which they had prepared. And they found the stone rolled away from the tomb, but when they went in they did not find the body. While they were perplexed about this, behold, two men stood by them in dazzling apparel; and as they were frightened and bowed their faces to the ground, the men said to them, "Why do you seek the living among the dead? Remember how he told you, while he was still in Galilee, that the Son of man must be delivered in to the hands of sinful men, and be crucified, and on the third day rise." And they remembered his words, and returning from the tomb they told all this to the eleven and to all the rest. Now it was Mary Magdalene, and Joanna and Mary the mother of James and the other women with them who told this to the apostles; but these words seemed to them an idle tale, and they did not believe them.

But Peter rose and ran to the tomb; stooping and looking in, he saw the linen cloths by themselves; and he went home wondering at what had happened.


Epistle Reading

Prokeimenon. Fourth Mode. Psalm 67.35,26.
God is wonderful among his saints.
Verse: Bless God in the congregations.

The reading is from St. Paul's Letter to the Galatians 3:23-29; 4:1-5.

Brethren, before faith came, we were confined under the law, kept under restraint until faith should be revealed. So that the law was our custodian until Christ came, that we might be justified by faith. But now that faith has come, we are no longer under a custodian; for in Christ Jesus you are all sons of God, through faith. For as many of you as were baptized into Christ have put on Christ. There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is neither male nor female; for you are all one in Christ Jesus. And if you are Christ's, then you are Abraham's offspring, heirs according to promise. I mean that the heir, as long as he is a child, is no better than a slave, though he is the owner of all the estate; but he is under guardians and trustees until the date set by the father. So with us; when we were children, we were slaves to the elemental spirits of the universe. But when the time had fully come, God sent forth his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as sons.


Gospel Reading

13th Sunday of Luke
The Reading is from Luke 18:18-27

At that time, a ruler came to Jesus and asked him, "Good Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?" And Jesus said to him, "Why do you call me good? No one is good but God alone. You know the commandments: 'Do not commit adultery, Do not kill, Do not steal, Do not bear false witness, Honor your father and mother.' " And he said, "All these I have observed from my youth." And when Jesus heard it, he said to him, "One thing you still lack. Sell all that you have and distribute it to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow me." But when he heard this he became sad, for he was very rich. Jesus looking at him said, "How hard it is for those who have riches to enter the kingdom of God! For it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God." Those who heard it said, "Then who can be saved?" But he said, "What is impossible with men is possible with God."


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WEEKLY BULLETIN

11/18/2018

November 25, 2018          Saint Katherine the Great Martyr       13th Sunday of Luke

 

Orthros: 9:00A.M.

Epistle: Galatians 3:23-29; 4:1-5 (pg 1331)

Divine Liturgy: 10:00A.M.

Gospel: Luke 18:18-27 (pg. 1226)

 

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

 

Ushers: Angelo Lefer, Nick Tselepis,
   John Psomas

 

Narthex: Liz Koykas, Nick Pirsos, Paul Savidis

 

Reader: Caroline Kalliotzis

Greeter(s): The Gougousis Family

 

Fellowship Hour: Greek School

     

Saint Katherine the Great Martyr: Saint Catherine, who was from Alexandria, was the daughter of Constas (or Cestus). She was an exceedingly beautiful maiden, most chaste, and illustrious in wealth, lineage, and learning. By her steadfast understanding, she utterly vanquished the passionate and unbridled soul of Maximinus, the tyrant of Alexandria; and by her eloquence, she stopped the mouths of the so-called philosophers who had been gathered to dispute with her. She was crowned with the crown of martyrdom in the year 305. Her holy relics were taken by Angels to the holy mountain of Sinai, where they were discovered many years later; the famous monastery of Saint Catherine was originally dedicated to the Holy Transfiguration of the Lord and the Burning Bush, but later was dedicated to Saint Catherine. According to the ancient usage, Saints Catherine and Mercurius were celebrated on the 24th of this month, whereas the holy Hieromartyrs Clement of Rome and Peter of Alexandria were celebrated on the 25th. The dates of the feasts of these Saints were interchanged at the request of the Church and Monastery of Mount Sinai, so that the festival of Saint Catherine, their patron, might be celebrated more festively together with the Apodosis( leave -taking) of the Feast of the Entry of the Theotokos( 11/21). The Slavic Churches, however, commemorate these Saints on their original dates.

 Church Service: The Feast Day of Saint Andrew the First-Called Apostle will be celebrated this Friday, November 30th.  Orthros at 9:00am and Divine Liturgy at 10:00am. Chronia Polla to all who celebrate!

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. To register go to https://fhlmovienj.eventbrite.com and for more details see the flyer.

 

Are we Fasting Before & For Christmas? Yes...Fasting is an essential part of our spiritual preparation and edification. Yet, there are many different (and sometimes conflicting messages) regarding fasting. Please bear this in mind: From November 15th through December 24th Orthodox Christians observe a 40 day period of abstinence from animal & dairy products and olive oil. The ascetic discipline prepares us for a major feast- the Lord’s birth-Christmas. By controlling ourselves in what we eat, what we say, what we give to others (charity, stewardship, etc.) we prepare ourselves to receive the Lord. Without the discipline of the fast, the joyful experience of the feast is minimized. Fasting is never a punishment. Note that fish is permitted except for Wednesdays and Fridays through December 11th. From December 12th through Christmas Eve the fast is stricter every day- fruits, nuts, vegetables, shell fish allowed but no animal or dairy products of course until Christmas Day. Do the best you can and remember that fasting/abstaining from sin is the greatest fast.

 Sessions on Scripture (SOS): SOS resumesthisWednesday, November 28th in the conference room at 2:00pm and at 7:30pm for a discussion of the First book of Thessalonians chapters 1-2. 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.

 

Philoptochos News: Philoptochos Meeting on November 26th at 7pm in the Conference Room. All members are invited.
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 (Senior Fellowship):
 Kali Parea will hold their Christmas luncheon on Tuesday, December 4th, 2018 at 12 Noon at Primo Amore Bistro, Hawthorne, N.J.  (Remember to come to worship that morning for St. Barbara day) Please join us for food and fellowship. For additional information please call Chris Triant (201-529-8267) Wishing you all a Blessed Christmas and a New Year filled with good health and Joy.

 Daughters of Penelope: The Daughters of Penelope are again selling Kontos brand Baklava, Tyropitakia and Spanakopitakia as well as Famiglia brand Spiral Shaped “Kihi” with Spinach or Cheese and Bougatsa for your Christmas and New Year Holiday Celebrations.  Also, new this year is the Kontos brand Moussaka!  Your pre-paid orders will be accepted until December 9th. Purchases will be ready for pick-up on Dec 15th and Dec 16th. Call Betty Pappas at 201-444-6860 for more information.

               

Mark Your Calendar for These Important Upcoming Dates             

Sudnay, Decemebr 2nd        Family Film: Faith, Hope & Love @  the Westwood Cinema 2 p.m.

Wednesday, December 5th   Forefeast of Saint Nicholas  7:00pm Vespers

Thursday, December 6th        Feast of Saint Nicholas 9:00am Orthros & 10:00am Divine Liturgy
Sunday,    December 9th           General Electionsfor Parish Council

  

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.

AMAZON Smile: Amazon has a unique feature for charitable organizations. For any amount spent on Amazon, they will donate 0.5% of your entire Amazon shopping proceeds to your charity of choice. This applies to both current Amazon shoppers and any new shoppers. The process is simple. To participate in the program, login to “smile.amazon.com” rather than logging in to “amazon.com”. Next search for St. Nicholas. There are several churches named St. Nicholas. Look for Wyckoff, NJ. Our church may also be listed by its formal name “Greek Orthodox Community of Bergen County Inc.” Then shop away!

 


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Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the First Mode

When the stone had been sealed by the Jews and the soldiers were guarding Thine immaculate Body, Thou didst arise on the third day, O Saviour, granting life unto the world. Wherefore, the powers of the Heavens cried out to Thee, O Lifegiver: Glory to Thy Resurrection, O Christ. Glory to Thy Kingdom. Glory to Thy dispensation, O only Friend of man.

Apolytikion for Apodosis of the Entry in the Fourth Mode

Today is the prelude of God's good will and the heralding of the salvation of mankind. In the temple of God, the Virgin is presented openly, and she proclaimeth Christ unto all. To her, then, with a great voice let us cry aloud: Rejoice, O thou fulfilment of the Creator's dispensation.

Apolytikion for Great Martyr Catherine in the Plagal First Mode

Let us praise the all-lauded and noble bride of Christ, the godly Catherine, the guardian of Sinai and its defence, who is also our support and succour and our help; for with the Holy Spirit's sword she hath silenced brilliantly the clever among the godless; and being crowned as a Martyr, she now doth ask great mercy for us all.

SAINT NICHOLAS ARCHBISHOP OF MYRA IN LYCIA in the First Mode

 

The truth of things has revealed you to your flock as a rule of faith, an icon of meekness, and a teacher of temperance; for this cause, you have achieved the heights by humility, riches by poverty.  O Father and Hierarch Nicholas, intercede with Christ our God that our souls be saved.

Seasonal Kontakion in the Fourth Mode

Today, the most pure temple of the Savior, the precious bridal chamber and Virgin, the sacred treasure of God, enters the house of the Lord, bringing the grace of the Divine Spirit. The Angels of God praise her. She is the heavenly tabernacle.
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Wisdom of the Fathers

Love of money is the worship of idols, a daughter of unbelief, an excuse for infirmities, a foreboder of old age, a harbinger of drought, a herald of hunger.
St. John Climacus
The Ladder of Divine Ascent, Step 16:2,7 and Step 17:1, 6th Century

He who has conquered this passion has cut out care; but he who is bound by it never attains to pure prayer ...
St. John Climacus
The Ladder of Divine Ascent, Step 16:2,7 and Step 17:1, 6th Century

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INVITATIONS

    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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