WEEKLY BULLETIN
11/18/2018
December 2, 2018 Saint Porphyrios 14th Sunday of Luke
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Orthros: 9:00A.M. Epistle: Ephesians 6:10-17 (pg 1336) |
Divine Liturgy: 10:00A.M. Gospel: Luke 18:35-43 (pg. 1226) |
Acolytes: Paul Dobrow, Nick Seretis, Emmanuel Pittas, Nico Pittas, Alex Peppes, Alexi Argyros, Aidan William Soukas, CJ Soukas, Harrison Bouloukos
Ushers: Michael Kalliotzis, Ted Milyadis, John Peters, Christos Agrapidis
Narthex: Jon Zymaris, Melissa Gasparis |
Reader & Greeter(s): GOYA
Fellowship Hour: Greek School |
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Memorials: A 5 year memorial for Angeline Mavrikos, beloved wife of the late John Mavrikos, loving mother of Lambryn Stergiou and her late husband James. Beloved grandmother to Angelica, her husband Glenn Degenaars, Thomas and his wife Dana and John Stergiou. Loving great Yiayia “Kik” to Kayla, Emma, Alex and Jessica.
A 7 year memorial for James T. Stergiou, beloved husband to Lambryn, father of Angelica, Thomas and John. Loving pappou to Kayla, Emma, Alex and Jessie.
A 10 year memorial for Christo Kalika, beloved father of Stella and her husband Doug; adored pappou to Christina.
An 12 year memorial for Susan Charllis, beloved former spouse of blessed memory to Charles, mother of Adam Palminteri and his wife Tara, Christopher Palminteri and his wife Kathi, grandmother of Joseph Charles, Ava Susanne and Christopher Francis. Eternal be their memory. Fellowship hour is sponsored by the Stergiou family.
Tray Collection: for our patron saint, St. Nicholas’ feast day taken by our Ladies Philoptochos today.
Worship Services: this Tuesday, December 4th we will celebrate the Feast of Saint Barbara 9:00am Orthros & 10:00am Divine Liturgy. Chronia Polla (Many Years) to all!
Saint Nicholas Feast Day Services: On Wednesday evening, December 5th we begin to celebrate the Feast of our Church’s Patron Saint, Nicholas, Archbishop of Myra in Lycia with Great Vespers at 7:00p.m. Our Philoptochos will be offering a special reception in the Parish Center for visiting clergy and all who attend.
On Thursday, December 6th the feast day observance continues at 9:00am with Orthros and at 10:00am with Divine Liturgy. Chronia Polla (Many Years) to all!
Family Event SPONSORED BY MRF & WRF: Today 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.
Young Emerging Adults MINISTRY (YEA): Young Emerging Adults MINISTRY (YEA): Our New “Young Emerging Adults Ministry” (ages 18-40ish) will meet tomorrow, Monday evening, December 3rd, 2018 at 7:30 in the home of Anton and Irene Ayvas. Each monthly gathering differs and this month Fr. Jim will be joining us to share some of his life’s story and fellowship with all of us. He’s eager to see everyone. 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.
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.
Kali Parea (Senior Fellowship): Kali Parea will hold its 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.
Sessions on Scripture (SOS): SOS willmeet on Wednesday, December 12th in the conference room at 2:00pm and at 7:30pm for a discussion of the First book of Thessalonians chapters 1-4. 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.
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.
The AGAPE Chapter is holding its annual Vasilopita Sale! Pre-paid orders will be accepted until Thursday, December 20th (look for the flyer/order form set out during Fellowship Hour). The Vasilopites will be distributed on Thursday, December 27th (4:00pm – 7:30pm) in the AHEPA Room.”
The General Elections for Parish Council will take place on Sunday, December 9th
AHEPA Ramapo Chapter: On December 16th, the Ahepa Ramapo Chapter 453 will present a donation check to Mr. George Karatzia, the National Chairman, Dogs for Warrior Project. This is a joint AHEPA regional commitment to help our veterans who suffer from PTSD.
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!