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St. Paul Greek Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2019-11-03
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Gospel and Epistle Readings
Saints and Feasts
Hymns of the Day
Welcome
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Allsaint
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St. Paul Greek Orthodox Church

General Information

  • Phone:
  • (440) 237-8998
  • Street Address:

  • 4548 Wallings Road

  • North Royalton, OH 44133-3121

Contact Information

Proistamenos Fr Costas P Keares


frcostas@stpaulgoc.org | 440-237-8998
Secretary / Bookkeeper Elaine Nackowiz

messenger@stpaulgoc.org | 440-237-8998

Services Schedule

WEEKDAY SERVICES

   8:30 AM   Orthros
   9:30 AM   Liturgy

 

SUNDAY SERVICES

   8:15 AM   Orthros
   9:30 AM   Liturgy

Sunday School begins immediately following Holy Communion September through May

Past Bulletins


Gospel and Epistle Readings

Epistle Reading

Prokeimenon. Third Mode. Psalm 46.6,1.
Sing praises to our God, sing praises.
Verse: Clap your hands, all you nations.

The reading is from St. Paul's Letter to the Galatians 1:11-19.

Brethren, I would have you know that the gospel which was preached by me is not man's gospel. For I did not receive it from man, nor was I taught it, but it came through a revelation of Jesus Christ. For you have heard of my former life in Judaism, how I persecuted the church of God violently and tried to destroy it; and I advanced in Judaism beyond many of my own age among my people, so extremely zealous was I for the traditions of my fathers. But when he who had set me apart before I was born, and had called me through his grace, was pleased to reveal his Son to me, in order that I might preach him among the Gentiles, I did not confer with flesh and blood, nor did I go up to Jerusalem to those who were apostles before me, but I went away into Arabia; and again I returned to Damascus. Then after three years I went up to Jerusalem to visit Cephas, and remained with him fifteen days. But I saw none of the other apostles except James the Lord's brother.

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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Saints and Feasts

Allsaint
November 03

Dedication of the Temple of the Holy Great Martyr George in Lydda

The consecration of the Church of Saint George in Lydda of Palestine took place during the reign of Saint Constantine the Great. See also April 23.

Allsaint
November 03

Acepsimas the Bishop, Joseph the Presbyter, & Aeithalas the Deacon, Martyrs of Persia

Saint Acepsimas, a bishop, Saint Joseph, a presbyter, and Saint Aeithalas, a deacon, suffered exceedingly cruel torments and martyrdom during the reign of Sapor II, King of Persia (325-379). See also April 17.

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Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Third Mode

Ευραινέσθω τά ουράνια, αγαλλιάσθω τά επίγεια, ότι εποίησε κράτος εν βραχίονι αυτού ο Κύριος· επάτησε τώ θανάτω τόν θάνατον· πρωτότοκος τών νεκρών εγένετο, εκ κοιλίας Άδου ερρύσατο ημάς, καί παρέσχε τώ κόσμω τό μέγα έλεος.
Εfrenestho ta ourania, agaliasto ta epigia, oti epiise kratos, en vrahioni aftou o Kirios, epatise to thanato ton thanaton, prototokos ton nekron egeneto, ek kilias adou erisato imas, ke paresche to kosmo to mega eleos.
Let all the things above in heaven rejoice and let all things below on earth be glad. With all the might and strength of His arm an eternal deed the Lord did perform. Beneath His feet He has trampled down death by death, and first born of the dead has He become. From the womb of Hades has He delivered us, and to all the world has granted His great redeeming mercy.

Apolytikion for Martyrs Ascepsimas, Joseph & Aeithalas in the Fourth Mode

Thy Martyrs, O Lord, in their courageous contest for Thee received as the prize the crowns of incorruption and life from Thee, our immortal God. For since they possessed Thy strength, they cast down the tyrants and wholly destroyed the demons' strengthless presumption. O Christ God, by their prayers, save our souls, since Thou art merciful.
Your Martyrs, O Lord, were worthily awarded by You / the crown of incorruption, in that they contested for You our immortal God. / Since they possessed Your power, they defeated the tyrants, / dashing the demons’ powerless displays of defiance. / O Christ God, at their fervent entreaties, save our souls.

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.
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Welcome

This Weeks Announcements

  • We extend greetings and a warm welcome to all visitors worshipping with us today. Please fill out a“visitor information card” located in the narthex and hand to one of the greeters. Following the Liturgy, please join us in our social hall for the coffee social.

  • Holy Communion in our Church is offered only to Orthodox Christians who have prepared themselves through the disciplines of our faith. Speak to Fr. Costas for further details.

We kindly ask everyone to Please silence cell phones and pagers while in Church

  1. Today ~ Philoptochos will be passing a basket for Sts. Cosmos and Damianos.
  2. Today ~ MNYMOSINO: 10 years for Connie Vruvas; for George Kappotos.
  3. Today ~ Coffee Social hosted by the Vruvas family and St Mary of Egypt who will also be holding a Pastitsio sale to benefit St Mary of Egypt Orthodox Mission and Chapel.
  4. Today ~ Coffee & Conversation with Jonathan and Kristi Tartara (inviting ALL young parents) and Adult Catechism with Elaine Poulos after Holy Communion, (All adults are invited).
  5. Today ~ 12:00 p.m. Greek Corner meets in the Teen Room.
  6. Monday ~ 5:30 p.m. Greek School.
  7. Tuesday ~ 10:00 a.m. Women’s Study Group with Elaine Poulos. All ladies are welcome!
  8. Thursday ~ 7:00 p.m. Bible Study with Frank Chirakos & Fr. Costas. Open to all parishioners!
  9. Friday ~ feast of the Holy Angels and St Nektarios; 8:30 a.m. Orthros; 9:30 a.m. Liturgy.
  10. Saturday ~ 10:00 a.m. (Thiranixia) opening the doors to new Church at St. Gregory MonasteryHaysville OH, with Metropolitan Savas. We depart from Best Buy in Strongsville at 8:30 a.m. sharp. Let’s make time to attend and support our monastic brothers, who pray for us daily, in this beautiful milestone of their community.
  11. Chanting Lessons ~ learn the basics of Byzantine Chant under the direction of Nicholas Bodle, Peter Keares, and Fr. Costas. For more information contact Peter at 440.759.5395.
  12. Community Christmas Card ~ include your name in the annual card sent to the parish. Donation is $15 per household. See GOYAns during coffee social, use form in The Messenger, or our website.
  13. 12.  Stewardship ~ “Love is a requirement of being a Christian. It is not optional. Giving helps us not focus on ourselves. If we are required to love then we also must be able to give”. By the grace of God we have an active and thriving community. Your generous commitment will help us to continue serving, especially the youth, through an Assistant Priest/Youth Director. Give generously!
  14. Final Phase of PAVE THE WAY ~ Thank you all! With your help we have accomplished so much. We still need to pay off the remainder of the loan and to finish the last section of the parking lot by the soccer fields. Look for a mailing that will give more updated information on this project.

Upcoming Events in Our Parish – Respond Early

  1. Next Sunday ~ Epistle Reading Galatians 2:16-20 Gospel Luke 10:25-37.
  2. Next Sunday ~ Coffee Social hosted by Georgia Gallagher in honor of Veterans.
  3. Next Sunday ~ Greek Corner hosts Loukoumades Sunday to benefit the Pave the Way Campaign.
  4. Next Sunday ~ Choir collecting Socks for Soldiers to The Cleveland Grays to assist veterans who are at risk, in transitional homes, homeless shelters, or remotely deployed service members. Accepting NEW socks for both men and women, all styles.
  5. Next Sunday ~ GOYA meeting followed by Dance practice for Senior dancers.
  6. Next Sunday ~ 12:00 p.m. Parish Assembly. Nominations for Parish Council are being accepted – see Mark Eakman, Kathy Nikolaou, or Bruce Trakas for details.  Budget for 2020 will be presented.
  7. Next Sunday ~ 5:00 p.m. HOPE / JOY Family “Friendsgiving” Dinner. Turkey and ham provided, bring sides or dessert. Text Elena Giatis at 440.829.1340 by November 5th. We will be making hygiene bags (bags provided) for St Herman. We ask each child attending to bring one of each: washcloth, bar of soap, and travel size toothbrush, toothpaste, and shampoo.
  8. November 11 ~ 9:00 a.m. Philoptochos will be baking for the Christmas bake sale. Many hands are needed to finish in one day.
  9. November 15 ~ 6:00 p.m. GOYAns learn to make prosforo and what the symbols on the seal represent. Pizza provided. Please bring dish to share. RSVP at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0a44ada622a5fb6-goya.
  10. November 17 ~ Stewardship Sunday; complimentary pancake breakfast offered by the Stewardship Committee. Please RSVP by November 9th to thaliagm@aol.com or 203.240.4313.
  11. November 18 ~ 5:30 p.m. Philoptochos Baking class. Join us as we learn how to make Bougatsa with Dea Phillips and Eleni Gugliotta.  Registration fee $20.
  12. November 21 ~ 2:00 p.m. Senior Fellowship Holiday Gala at Carrie Cerino’s Ristaurante. Choose from their wide menu options. RSVP required to Helen Dadas, Maria Regan, or Sophie Steffas.

Events in the Greater Cleveland Area and Beyond

  1. Saturday ~ 6:30 p.m. Chios Society Annual  Dinner/Dance Banquet honoring George E Loucas for his lifetime dedication and support to the Greek Community. Contact Kostas Sevastos at 216.513.7898.
  2. November 15 ~ 7:00 p.m. Pan-Orthodox Holy Unction at St Mary Romanian Cathedral Cleveland.
  3. November 16 ~ Metropolis Folk Dance Festival hosted by Holy Cross in Pittsburgh PA. Our dance instructors/dancers will be participating.
  4. November 18 ~ 6:00 p.m. St. Herman House – FOCUS Cleveland hosts 7th Annual Fall Speaker Event “Beyond the Numbers: A Closer Look at Living in Poverty” at Breen Center in Ohio City. Free parking in lot adjacent to building. See Santhe Loizos for tickets or online at www.focusnorthamerica.org/clevelandevent.
  5. November 29 ~ 7:30 p.m. Cleveland Cavaliers present Greek Heritage Night with our Senior and Junior dancers pregame performance. Tickets starting at $34. Online ordering ONLY: https://www.rocketmortgagefieldhouse.com/group/detail/greek-heritage-night. Code: STPAUL.
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Flyers

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