October 20, 2019 Saint Gerasimos of Cephalonia 6th Sunday of Luke
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Orthros: 9:00A.M.
Epistle: II Corinthians: 9:6-11 (pg. 1326)
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Divine Liturgy: 10:00A.M.
Gospel: Luke 8:26-39 (pg.1212)
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Acolytes: Paul Dobrow, Emmanuel Pittas, Nico Pittas, Alex Peppes, Alexi Argyros, Aidan William Soukas C J Soukas, Harrison Bouloukos
Ushers: Steve Limperopulos, George Diamantopoulos, Ted Vittas
Narthex: Angelo Lefer, Georgette Betts-Tsakalos, Jon Zymaris
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Reader: Presvytera Sophia
Greeter: Daughters of Penelope
Fellowship Hour: Goya (Parents) Prosforon: Dottie Karras
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“2 Corinthians 9:7 For God loves a cheerful giver”
Saint Gerasimos of Cephalonia
Saint Gerasimos was from the Peloponnesus, the son of Demetrius and Kale, of the family of Notaras. He was reared in piety by them and studied the sacred writings. He left his country and went throughout various lands, and finally came to Cephalonia, where he restored a certain old church and built a convent around it, where it stands to this day at the place called Omala. He finished the course of his life there in asceticism in the year 1570. His sacred relics, which remain incorrupt, are kept there for the sanctification of the faithful. Ionian Village campers visit the saint’s church annually.
Memorial: A 10 year memorial for Amalia Pekmezaris, beloved mother of Dotty Karras and her husband Nick, Ernest Pekmezaris and his wife Gigi. Adored grandmother of Alicia and John Pekmezaris, Nicole Karras and Mark Karras and his wife Nikki. Great grandmother to Lila Emily and Grant Nicholas Karras. Devoted aunt and cousin to many dear family members.
May her memory be eternal.
Leadership 100 is Honored Today. L100 is an organization of faithful & generous Orthodox Christians that provides resources for the national & international ministries/programs of our Greek Orthodox Church. (See the insert)
40 Day Mother and Infant Blessing: Today we welcome into the churchfor the traditional infant and motherhood blessing: Nicholas Marcus Tselepis the son of Dean and Mary. Congratulations!
Festival Appreciation Luncheon: The Parish Council invites you to an Appreciation Luncheon today immediately after Divine Liturgy in the Fellowship Hall.
HOPE/JOY: Come join us this afternoon at 2:30pm for pumpkin picking and hayrides!! See you at Secor Farms, 85 Airmont Ave, Mahwah. All children in kindergarten through sixth grade, and their families, are welcome!!!
MR. / MISS GOYA Pageant: Last Sunday, J. Dante Maurice and Cassandra Carmichael represented our GOYA in the Annual Mr. & Miss GOYA pageant.
2020 Stewardship Campaign: Our annual stewardship campaign is now underway, with Stewardship Sunday planned for November 17th. As Orthodox Christians, we affirm that every aspect of our lives comes as a gift from God. Stewardship calls on us, the faithful, to cheerfully offer back to Him a portion of the gifts with which we have been blessed. Our annual pledge is the single largest source of funding for Saint Nicholas, enabling our church to carry out Her mission to bring Christ and Orthodoxy into the lives and hearts of all we serve. Please consider the limitless generosity of our Lord as you make your 2020 pledge. Remember… God loves a cheerful giver (2nd letter to the Corinthians 9:7)!
GOYA Youth Sunday: Sunday, October 27th is Youth Sunday. Our GOYAns will be participating as ushers, greeters, Epistle reader, singing in the choir and then serving up a delicious and hearty Fellowship Hour for all to enjoy. In addition, our new GOYA Board will take the Oath of Office. Please join us and support our amazing youth and their ministries.
CHURCH SERVICES
Saint Iakovos (James): Wednesday, October 23rd Orthros at 9:00am and Divine Liturgy at 10:00am.
Saint Demetrios: Saturday, October 26th Orthros at 9:00am and Divine Liturgy at 10:00am.
The Orthodox Christian Network: For inspiration on the internet, start your day at MYOCN.NET
Saint Nicholas is on Social Media! Like us on Facebook @stnicholasnj and follow us on Instagram @stnicholasgoc. To share your ministry’s events and activities email.
Daughters of Penelope: The DOP is selling fresh balsam fir Christmas Wreaths until Thursday, October 31. These low-priced wreaths make great gifts, can be shipped anywhere in the 48 contiguous states and will be delivered in time to decorate your home for the Christmas holiday. Please visit our table after Liturgy in the Fellowship Hall to see a sample wreath and place your order.
Greek Language Classes for Adults: The AHEPA Modern Greek Language Program for Adults began its Fall Semester classes last Friday. For registration information and class schedules, please contact Niko Spiridakis at NikoSpiridakis@gmail.com
Parish 50th Anniversary Celebration: Sunday November 3, 2019, HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!
Mark Your Calendar for These Important Upcoming Dates
Sunday, November 17th Stewardship Sunday & Parish General Assembly
Sunday, December 8th General Elections
Giving Tree/Mortgage Burning Campaign: byGod’s Graceour parish plans to be mortgage free by 2020- you can help to make it happen! Various giving levels are available: you can leaf your donation, or show your love - donate a dove… be the first on your block to donate a rock…be a hunk and give a tree trunk! You can memorialize your loved one by donating to the Giving Tree and including a scriptural message. Contact Fr. Bill at 201 652 4774 ext. 12 or frbill@stnicholasnj.org