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Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2024-01-14
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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

Tenth Orthros Gospel
The Reading is from John 21:1-14

At that time, Jesus revealed Himself again to the disciples by the Sea of Tiberias; and He revealed Himself in this way. Simon Peter, Thomas, called the Twin, Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two others of His disciples were together. Simon Peter said to them, "I am going fishing." They said to him, "We will go with you." They went out and got into the boat, but that night they caught nothing. Just as day was breaking, Jesus stood on the beach, yet the disciples did not know that it was Jesus. Jesus said to them, "Children, have you any fish?" They answered him, "No." He said to them, "Cast the net on the right side of the boat, and you will find some." So they cast it, and now they were not able to haul it in, for the quantity of fish. That disciple whom Jesus loved said to Peter, "It is the Lord!" When Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he put on his clothes, for he was stripped for work, and sprang into the sea. But the other disciples came in the boat, dragging the net full of fish, for they were not far from the land, but about a hundred yards off. When they got out on land, they saw a charcoal fire there with fish lying on it, and bread. Jesus said to them, "Bring some of the fish that you have just caught." So Simon Peter went aboard and hauled the net ashore, full of large fish, a hundred and fifty-three of them; and although there were so many, the net was not torn. Jesus said to them, "Come and have breakfast." Now none of the disciples dared ask Him, "Who are you?" They knew it was the Lord. Jesus came and took the bread and gave it to them, and so with the fish. This was now the third time that Jesus was revealed to the disciples after He was raised from the dead. .


Epistle Reading

Prokeimenon. First Mode. Psalm 32.22,1.
Let your mercy, O Lord, be upon us.
Verse: Rejoice in the Lord, O ye righteous.

The reading is from St. Paul's Letter to the Ephesians 4:7-13.

BRETHREN, grace was given to each of us according to the measure of Christ's gift. Therefore it is said, "When he ascended on high he led a host of captives, and he gave gifts to men." (in saying, "He ascended," what does it mean but that he had also descended into the lower parts of the earth? He who descended is he who also ascended far above all the heavens, that he might fill all things.) And his gifts were that some should be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, some pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ, until we all attain to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to mature manhood, to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ.


Gospel Reading

Sunday after Epiphany
The Reading is from Matthew 4:12-17

At that time, when Jesus heard that John had been arrested, he withdrew into Galilee; and leaving Nazareth he went and dwelt in Capernaum by the sea, in the territory of Zebulun and Naphtali, that what was spoken by the prophet Isaiah might be fulfilled: "The land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, toward the sea, across the Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles, the people who sat in darkness have seen a great light, and for those who sat in the region and shadow of death light has dawned." From that time Jesus began to preach, saying, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand."


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Saints and Feasts

Baptism
January 14

Leavetaking of the Theophany of Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ


Allsaint
January 14

The Holy Fathers slain at Sinai and Raitho

As for the holy Martyrs of Sinai and Raithu, those of Sinai contested during the reign of Diocletian, about the year 296; those of Raithu were slain about the middle of the fifth century. On both occasions, the perpetrators of these massacres were a barbarian tribe called Blemmyes, from the parts of Arabia and Egypt.

Because of the Apodosis of the Feast of Holy Theophany also on the 14th of January, the liturgical services to the Holy Fathers slain at Sinai and Raitho are transferred to January 13th.


Allsaint
January 14

Plato the Hieromartyr, Bishop of Tallini and all Estonia, and the Priest Martyrs Michael and Nicholas


Allsaint
January 14

Agnes the Virgin-martyr


Allsaint
January 14

Sabbas (Sava), Archbishop of Serbia

Saint Sabbas (Sava), the first Archbishop and teacher of the Serbs, and the most beloved of all the Saints of Serbia, was born in 1169, and was named Rastko by his parents. He was the son of Stephen Nemanja, the ruler of Serbia, who is better known as Saint Symeon the Myrrh-streamer (see Feb. 13). As a young man, Rastko fled secretly to the Holy Mountain, Athos, to the Monastery of Saint Panteleimon. When his father learned of his flight, he sent soldiers after him. Before they could seize him, he was tonsured a monk with the name of Sabbas, after Saint Sabbas the Sanctified (celebrated Dec. 5). Soon after, he entered the Monastery of Vatopedi, where his father joined him in 1197. Together they rebuilt the Monastery of Hilandar and made it a great spiritual center for their countrymen. In 1200 Saint Symeon reposed, and his body became a source of holy myrrh; in 1204 Saint Sabbas was compelled to return to Serbia with his father's relics, that he might restore peace between his two brothers, who were struggling over the rule of the kingdom. The grace of Saint Symeon's relics, and the mediations of Saint Sabbas, healed the division between his brethren. After persuading the Emperor in Constantinople and the Ecumenical Patriarch to grant autocephaly to the Serbian Church, the Saint against his will was ordained first Archbishop of his native land in 1219, where he labored diligently to establish the Orthodox Faith. In 1221 he crowned his brother Stephen first King of Serbia (the memory of Saint Stephen, First Crowned King of Serbia, is kept on September 24). In 1234, foreseeing by divine grace his coming departure to the Lord, he resigned the archiepiscopal throne, named his disciple Arsenius as his successor, and made a pilgrimage to Jerusalem and Mount Sinai; while returning through Bulgaria, he fell asleep in peace in 1236. Because he has been ever since the national hero of Serbia and an invincible bulwark strengthening the Orthodox Faith, the Moslem Turks burned his incorrupt relics in the year 1594. See also June 28.

Allsaint
January 14

Nina of Georgia

The holy virgin Nina was from Cappadocia. According to some, her father Zabulon was a friend of the holy Great Martyr George, whose father was a Cappadocian. The conversion of Georgia by Saint Nina is reported in the Church histories of Rufinus, Socrates, Sozomen, and Theodoret: Rufinus, writing less than a hundred years after Saint Nina, said that he heard the history in Jerusalem from a Georgian Prince named Bacurius. Saint Nina was taken captive by the Georgians (whom the Greek accounts call Iberians), and while in captivity she lived a very devout life of sobriety and virtue, praying unceasingly night and day; this drew the attention of the Georgians, and to all who asked her about her way of life, she preached the dispensation of Christ. When she healed by her prayer a certain woman's sick child, whom no one else had been able to help, the report of her came to the ears of the Queen of Georgia, who was herself gravely afflicted with an incurable malady. She asked that the captive women be brought to her, but Saint Nina declined out of modesty, so the Queen commanded them to carry her to Nina. Saint Nina healed her immediately, and the Queen returned home in joy. When she extolled Nina and her faith to the king, he gave her no heed, although she mentioned it to him often. But while hunting in the forest, he was shrouded with an impenetrable darkness in which he lost his way, became separated from his men, and fell into despair; he made a vow that if Christ should deliver him, he would worship him alone. The light of day straightway shone again, and the king fulfilled his vow. He and the Queen were instructed in the Faith by Saint Nina, and they with the whole Georgian nation became Christ's. The King also sent an embassy to Saint Constantine the Great, informing him of their conversion, and requesting that priests be sent to Georgia. Saint Nina reposed in peace in about the year 335. The above-mentioned Church historians speak of her without calling her Nina. She is celebrated in the Roman Martyrology on December 15 under the name Christina.

Because of the Apodosis of the Feast of Holy Theophany also on the 14th of January, the liturgical services to Saint Nina are transferred to January 13th.


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January 15

Paul of Thebes

Saint Paul, first among hermits, was born about 227 in the Thebaid of Egypt. In 250 he fled into the wilderness because of the persecution raging at that time under Decius. Having lived a solitary life in a certain cave for ninety-one years, he reposed in 341, at the age of 114, and was buried by Anthony the Great, who had been directed thither by God several days before the Saint's repose.


Allsaint
January 15

Pansophios the Martyr of Alexandria


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upcoming events

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Weekly Sunday Bulletin

 

WELCOME!  If you are a visitor or a guest and you are with us for the first time, please let us know by completing a welcome card. Also, please join us next door for the fellowship hour. We are happy to have you with us!

 

 

 

Memorial: A 40 day memorial for Andromachi Karaglanis, beloved mother of Peter and his wife Natalie. Adored yiayia to Leeza. Beloved cousin to Peggy and Paul Goulet. Beloved sister and thia (aunt) to many dear family members.   

 

May her memory be eternal.

 

Fellowship hour is sponsored by the Gouletfamily.

 

 

 

Religious Education News:

 

Friday, February 2 at 7pm Movie Night (free!): The Chosen at AMC theatres in Paramus sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0C48ADA82BA2FC1-47203594-thechosen

 

 

 

Sunday, February 4 we will be hosting our annual Godparent Sunday Brunch, immediately following church services. We encourage all godparents to attend this celebration with godchildren by preparing for and receiving Holy Communion together.

 

 

 

Scripture Talk: Join us… for a weekly virtual Bible study on Tuesday Nights, from 7-8 pm EST, on Zoom.     Each week, a different Orthodox priest from around the country helps guide our discussion.     Contact CHRISTOS AGRAPIDIS FOR INFO AT CEA.NJ9@GMAIL.COM

 

Office Closed: Parish office is closed tomorrow, January 15th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.  

 

 

 

Saint Anthony the Greatis considered the father of monasticism.He was the forerunner and shaper of the monastic movement. He was born about 250AD in a village near Heracleopolis, Egypt, of rich and noble parents. After the death of his parents, he secured his sister's position preserving for her half of their inheritance. He gave his half away and retreated into the desert near the Red Sea. He spent 20 years in the company of no one but God. After that, others were retreating to the desert and discovering his great wisdom. He discipled many ascetics in the deserts of Egypt. Only twice did he leave the desert to enter Alexandria, once to seek martyrdom, the second time to refute the charge that he was a heretic. He was unable to read, yet confounded the philosophers with his great wisdom. He reposed at the age of 105, leaving behind a multitude of followers. This Wednesday, January 17th Orthros begins at 9:00am and Divine Liturgy will be celebrated at 10:00am. Many years to those who celebrate!

 

 

 

Saint Athanasios, Patriarch of Alexandria is commemorated on January 18th. Great vespers will be observed at our sister church in Paramus, NJ, this Wednesday night January 17th at 6:00pm and hierarchical divine liturgy at Saint Athanasios in Paramus on Thursday, January 18th with Orthros starting at 8:30amHis Eminence  Metropolitan Apostolos will officiate at both services in Paramus. Reception afterwards. Many years to those who celebrate! 

 

Parish Council: The first Parish Council meeting of 2024 will be held on Thursday, January 25th at 7:30pm in the conference room.

 

 

 

Philoptochos News: Vasilopita Sunday is January 21st, 2024.

 

Outreach: Saint  Nicholas Ladies Philoptochos are  collecting warm winter blankets,  new or cleaned & slightly used, single or full size, for the Soup Run NYC, for the homeless  through January 23rd . Please drop off at the Conference Room. For further information contact Peggy Goulet 201-248-0605 or Peggoul2@aol.com. Thank you and God Bless you for your donations.

 

 

 

 

 

Greek Letters Celebration: Saturday, January 27th, 2024 at 6:00pm  at the Saint John the Theologian Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Tenafly, NJ. Kindly  RSVP to the Cathedral Office at 201-567-5072 by January 19. All are welcome to attend!

 

 

 

Upcoming Church Service: The Three Hierarchs - Basil the Great, John Chrysostom & Gregory the Theologian: Tuesday, January 30th is the feast day of the Three Hierarchs.  Orthros begins at 9:00am and Divine Liturgy will be celebrated at 10:00am. Many years (Chronia Polla) to those who celebrate!

 

 

 

new ministry: moms’ & children’s coffee clutch  our  next gathering IS FRIDAY FEBRUARY 2 @ 11:30a.m.  in our fellowship hall. contact fr. bill frbill@stnicholasnj.org or dr. eva krias ekrias1@gmail.com for more info.

 

Save the Date: Saint Nicholas 2nd Annual Men’s Fellowship Breakfast "Hold onto your Ladder”--   Saturday, March 2nd 8:30-11:00 am. Men of all ages, teens and up, are cordially invited to attend breakfast, fellowship together, and hear a guest speaker share his inspiring story and more!!!  An  amazing and inspiring time will once again be had by all!!  No charge, but for  planning purposes, please RSVP to antonayvas@gmail.com or call the church office by February 25th to register.  You don't want to miss this!

 

 

 

House/ Business Blessings 2024: To have your home and/or business blessed for 2024, please complete a blue request form and insert in the drop box in the narthex or mail it to the parish office or send your request to Fr. Bill frbill@stnicholasnj.org or call 201 652 4774 ext. 12

 

 

 

2024 Stewardship Campaign:God calls on us to cheerfully offer our time, talent, and treasure to our Lord in appreciation for the gifts He has blessed us with. Our annual stewardship program provides the majority of funding for Saint Nicholas, and your offering enables our church to carry out Her mission to bring Christ and Orthodoxy into the lives and hearts of all we serve.

 

To obtain your 2024 stewardship pledge card, just pick one up in the church Narthex. Additionally, you can make your pledge online by going to our church website https://www.stnicholasnj.org

 

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Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Grave Mode

Thou didst abolish death by Thy Cross; Thou didst open Paradise to the thief; Thou didst transform the myrrh-bearers' lamentation, and didst bid Thine Apostles to preach that Thou art risen, O Christ God, granting great mercy to the world.

Apolytikion for Apodosis of Epiphany in the First Mode

When Thou wast baptized in the Jordan, O Lord, the worship of the Trinity was made manifest; for the voice of the Father bare witness to Thee, calling Thee His beloved Son. And the Spirit in the form of a dove confirmed the certainty of the word. O Christ our God, Who hast appeared and hast enlightened the world, glory be to Thee.

Seasonal Kontakion in the Fourth Mode

You appeared to the world today, and Your light, O Lord, has left its mark upon us. With fuller understanding we sing to You: "You came, You were made manifest, the unapproachable light."
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Archdiocese News

Archbishop Elpidophoros Officiates the Affirmation of Office for the new Board of Trustees of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocesan Cathedral of the Holy Trinity

01/12/2024

On Thursday, January 11, 2024, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America officiated the Affirmation of Office for the new Board of Trustees of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocesan Cathedral of the Holy Trinity - New York, NY.


Archbishop Elpidophoros Visits Bishop Mesrop During the Season of Armenian Christmas

01/11/2024

On Thursday, January 11, 2024, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America paid a special visit to His Grace Bishop Mesrop Parsamyan, the primate of the Eastern Diocese of America of the Armenian Church, to extend his warmest greetings on the joyous occasion of Armenian Christmas celebrated on January 6.


2024 Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America Directory Now Available 

01/11/2024

The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America is pleased to announce that the 2024 Annual Directory is now available in both print and digital versions at www.goarch.org/directory .  The online version may be downloaded as a pdf and used as a digital book on tablets, smart phones and other devices.  


Archbishop Elpidophoros Hosts Archdiocesan District Philoptochos for a Vasilopita

01/11/2024

On Tuesday, January 9, 2024, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America hosted the Archdiocesan District Philoptochos at the Archdiocese headquarters for a Vasilopita.


Greek America Foundation Semester in Athens Study Abroad Scholarship

01/10/2024

We offer rolling admission Semester in Athens Scholarships for study abroad at the Hellenic American University, a US-accredited institution with two campuses in Nashua, New Hampshire and Athens, Greece. The Athens campus is located in the vibrant Kolonaki neighborhood. The university is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) and credits are transferable to most North American schools. Students and their academic advisors are responsible for handling all transfers of credits.


Sunday Sermon Series Leavetaking of the Theophany of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ January 14

01/10/2024

This week, find insights about the upcoming Gospel reading, where we learn about the Gospel shining in the dark regions of the world. How does baptism relate to God’s light in us? And how do we shine that light in the world?


AHEPA Celebrates Epiphany in Tarpon Springs, Florida

01/10/2024

Supreme President Savas C. Tsivicos and members of the AHEPA Supreme Lodge and Board of Trustees visited Tarpon Springs, FL to celebrate Epiphany over the weekend! They were joined by DOP Grand President Marianthi Treppiedi, MOA Grand President Ally Tsenekos, & SOP Supreme Treasurer George T. Horiates as well.


Archbishop Elpidophoros Assigns Deacon Galifianakis as the New Assistant Priest to Cathedral of St. Sophia, DC

01/09/2024

On Tuesday, January 9, 2024, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America welcomed Rev. Deacon Gabriel Galifianakis to the Archdiocese Headquarters to offer his blessing upon the Deacon's new assignment as the assistant priest for the Cathedral of Saint Sophia in Washington, D.C. effective February 1, 2024. His ordination to the priesthood will be held on May 12, 2024 at the Dormition Church in Southampton, New York with His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros presiding.


Hellenic Film Society USA Presents LISTEN At Museum of the Moving Image, Sunday, January 14 at 3pm

01/09/2024

Astoria, NY—January 5, 2024—The Hellenic Film Society kicks off 2024 with a screening of Maria Douza's moving film, Listen on Sunday, January 14 at 3pm at the Museum of the Moving Image in Astoria. The screening is part of the Society's Always on Sunday monthly Greek film series.


LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE Ministry Series: Parish Ministry Effectiveness – The Power of “One” Webinar

01/09/2024

The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco Stewardship Ministry invites you to start off 2024 with an engaging webinar on Parish Ministry Effectiveness – The Power of “One”.


Adult Christian Education Webinar to Feature Two Presentations on Icons

01/09/2024

The Christian Education Ministry of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco is pleased to offer a free Adult Christian Education webinar on Monday, January 29 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. (Pacific). This Zoom event, for Church school teachers, youth workers and parish leadership, will feature two informative presentations:


The Metropolis of Pittsburgh 2024 Sunday School Planning Calendars Now Available

01/09/2024

With the help of many incredible hands, all credited on our website, you will find documents for each grade, with 7-8 and 9-12 grouped together. We utilized (and linked) the existing Department of Religious Education Curriculum and laid it out in a simple, easy-to-follow manner, lining up what lesson to teach on what week and offering additional resources to aid you with that lesson, such as videos, articles, other lessons, object lessons, crafts, music, etc.


The Metropolis of Chicago "The Person of Christ" Episode Eleven Available Now

01/09/2024

“God who simply is without beginning and without end, ever present, ever living.” - Person of Christ, Episode Eleven


Archbishop Elpidophoros of America Hosts Archdiocesan District Clergy Family Vasilopita

01/09/2024

Yesterday, Sunday, January 7, 2024, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America hosted a gathering with Archdiocesan District clergy and their families for the annual Vasilopita at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in New Rochelle, New York.


Archbishop Elpidophoros of America Honors the Memory of Archon Nicholas J. Bouras at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church and National Shrine

01/09/2024

On Sunday, January 7, 2024, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America presided over the Divine Liturgy and 10 year memorial service for the late Nicholas J. Bouras, Archon Depoutatos, at Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church & National Shrine. 


Metropolitan Apostolos Celebrates Epiphany at Ascension Greek Orthodox Church in Fairview, New Jersey and Blessed Waters of the Hudson River

01/08/2024

On Saturday, January 6, 2024, His Eminence Metropolitan Apostolos of New Jersey celebrated the Orthros, Hierarchical Divine Liturgy and Great Agiasmos for the Feastday of the Epiphany of our Lord at the Ascension Greek Orthodox Church in Fairview, New Jersey.


Archbishop Elpidophoros of America Homily at the Liturgy and Memorial for the late Nicholas J. Bouras Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church & National Shrine

01/08/2024

We gather in our magnificent National Shrine today, named most appropriately for today’s memorial, to remember our beloved, distinguished, and ever-memorable Church Benefactor and National Vice Commander of the Order of Saint Andrew, the late Nicholas J. Bouras, Archon Depoutatos. Together with his beloved spouse, Anna – who we also remember with love and fondness – Archon Nicholas made such substantial contributions to the life of the Church – to the Most Holy Ecumenical Patriarchate, to the Sacred Archdiocese of America, to the parishes in New Jersey that they loved – that we can say with assurance: he is among the leading benefactors in the history of this Archdiocese. But always – and I repeat, always – without fanfare. His generous heart was turned to good in silent and humble adoration, and the gifts that he bestowed were given to glorify God – never himself.


Archbishop Elpidophoros Participates in Annual Epiphany Celebrations in Tarpon Springs

01/08/2024

His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America traveled to Tarpon Springs, Florida this past weekend for the blessed Feast of the Epiphany. The annual celebration of Epiphany in Tarpon Springs is the largest outside of Greece. Thousands of faithful Orthodox Christians gathered to celebrate this holy feast and support the teenagers participating in the Cross Dive. 


"Journey to the Past: Unveiling the Treasures of the Acropolis and Parthenon"

01/08/2024

In its ongoing commitment to enhance the competence of Greek Language teachers, the Office of Education of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America is hosting its 4th Webinar, focusing on Innovative Teaching Techniques and Forms.


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