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St. Paul Greek Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2019-11-10
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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. Fourth Mode. Psalm 103.24,1.
O Lord, how manifold are your works. You have made all things in wisdom.
Verse: Bless the Lord, O my soul.

The reading is from St. Paul's Letter to the Galatians 2:16-20.

Brethren, knowing that a man is not justified by works of the law but through faith in Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Christ Jesus, in order to be justified by faith in Christ, and not by works of the law, because by works of the law shall no one be justified. But if, in our endeavor to be justified in Christ, we ourselves were found to be sinners, is Christ then an agent of sin? Certainly not! But if I build up again those things which I tore down, then I prove myself a transgressor. For I through the law died to the law, that I might live to God. I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me; and the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.

Gospel Reading

8th Sunday of Luke
The Reading is from Luke 10:25-37

At that time, a lawyer stood up to put Jesus to the test, saying, "Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?" He said to him, "What is written in the law? How do you read?" And he answered, "You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your strength, and with all your mind; and your neighbor as yourself." And he said to him, "You have answered right; do this, and you will live."

But he, desiring to justify himself, said to Jesus, "And who is my neighbor?" Jesus replied, "A man was going down from Jerusalem to Jericho, and he fell among robbers, who stripped him and beat him, and departed, leaving him half dead. Now by chance a priest was going down that road; and when he saw him he passed by on the other side. So likewise a Levite, when he came to the place and saw him, passed by on the other side. But a Samaritan, as he journeyed, came to where he was; and when he saw him, he had compassion, and went to him and bound up his wounds, pouring on oil and wine; then he set him on his own beast and brought him to an inn, and took care of him. And the next day he took out two denarii and gave them to the innkeeper, saying, 'Take care of him; and whatever more you spend, I will repay you when I come back.' Which of these three, do you think, proved neighbor to the man who fell among the robbers?" He said, "The one who showed mercy on him." And Jesus said to him, "Go and do likewise."

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Saints and Feasts

Allsaint
November 10

Orestes the Martyr of Cappadocia

Saint Orestes was from Tyana of Cappadocia. During the persecution of Diocletian, this Martyr's ankles were pierced with long nails; being bound to a wild horse and violently dragged by it, he gave up his spirit in the year 289.

Allsaint
November 10

Erastus, Olympas, Rodion, Sosipater, Quartus, and Tertios, Apostles of the 70

Of these Saints, Olympas and Rodion became disciples of Peter, the chief Apostle, and came to Rome, where they were beheaded by Nero. The others reposed in peace, having become bishops: Sosipater of Iconium, Quartus of Beirut, and Erastus of Paneas, or Paneias (which was also called Caesarea of Philippi); Saint Erastus had been chamberlain of the city of Corinth (Rom.16:23).

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Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Fourth Mode

Τό φαιδρόν τής Αναστάσεως κήρυγμα, εκ τού Αγγέλου μαθούσαι αι τού Κυρίου Μαθήτριαι, καί τήν προγονικήν απόφασιν απορρίψασαι, τοίς Αποστόλοις καυχώμεναι έλεγον· Εσκύλευται ο θάνατος, ηγέρθη Χριστός ο Θεός, δωρούμενος τώ κόσμω τό μέγα έλεος.
Το fethron tis Anastaseos kirigma, ek tou Agelou mathouse e tou Kyriou Mathitrie, ke tin progonikin apofasin aporipsase, tis Apostolis kafhomene elegon. Eskilefte o thanatos, igerthi Christos o Theos, doroumenos to kosmo to mega eleos.
When the tidings of the resurrection from the glorious angel was proclaimed unto the women disciples and our ancestral sentence also had been abolished to the Apostles with boasting did they proclaim that death is vanquished evermore and Christ our God has risen from the dead and granted to the world His great mercy.

Seasonal Kontakion in the Fourth Mode

The Savior's most pure and immaculate temple, /the very precious bridal chamber and Virgin,/ who is the sacred treasure of the glory of God,/ on this day is introduced /into the House of the Lord, / and with herself she brings the grace in the divine Spirit./ She is extolled by the Angels of God./ A heavenly tabernacle is she.
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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 ~ Coffee & Conversation with Jonathan and Kristi Tartara (inviting ALL young parents) and Adult Catechism with Elaine Poulos after Holy Communion, (All adults are invited).
  2. Today ~ Coffee Social hosted by Philoptochos to benefit American Legion Hellenic Post 453.  Greek Corner hosts Loukoumades Sunday to benefit the Pave the Way Campaign.
  3. Today ~ 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.
  4. Today ~ GOYA meeting followed by Dance practice for Senior dancers.
  5. Today ~ 12:00 p.m. Parish Assembly. Make time to attend this important meeting which will include the proposed 2020 budget, nomination of Parish Council members, and more.
  6. Today ~ 5:00 p.m. HOPE / JOY Family “Friendsgiving” Dinner.
  7. Monday ~ 9:00 a.m. Philoptochos Christmas bake sale baking. Many wonderful hands needed to finish in one day.
  8. Monday ~ 5:30 p.m. Greek School.
  9. Tuesday ~ 10:00 a.m. Women’s Study Group with Elaine Poulos. All ladies are welcome!
  10. Tuesday ~ 6:30 p.m. GOYA basketball practice IF enough GOYAns respond to REMIND.
  11. Tuesday ~ 6:30 p.m. Philoptochos meeting in Teen Room.
  12. Wednesday ~ 7:00 p.m. monthly Parish Council meeting.
  13. Thursday ~ 7:00 p.m. Bible Study with Frank Chirakos & Fr. Costas. Open to all parishioners!
  14. Friday ~ 6:00 p.m. GOYAns learn why we make prosforo. Pizza provided. Please bring dish to share. RSVP at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0a44ada622a5fb6-goya.
  15. 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.
  16. 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.
  17. 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!
  18. 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 6:11-18 Gospel Luke 12:16-21.
  2. Next Sunday ~ Stewardship Sunday; complimentary pancake breakfast offered by the Stewardship Committee. Please RSVP by November 13th to https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-sPk_eujvnCBd6PW0BRaf4OLrYqgZH3odswgkmD78ESWJjw/viewform or contact Thalia Marakas at thaliagm@aol.com.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. December 7 ~ 10:30 a.m. GOYA Brunch meeting at the home of Lance Trihas. RSVP at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0a44ada622a5fb6-stpaul.

Events in the Greater Cleveland Area and Beyond

  1. Friday ~ 7:00 p.m. Pan-Orthodox Holy Unction at St Mary Romanian Cathedral Cleveland.
  2. Saturday ~ Metropolis Folk Dance Festival hosted by Holy Cross in Pittsburgh PA. Our dance instructors/dancers will be participating.
  3. 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.
  4. 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: Code: STPAUL.
  5. December 3 ~11:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Plate it Forward at Houlihan’s in Strongsville to help raise funds for Daughters of Penelope Erinys Chapter 355 North Royalton.  Mention this announcement when ordering. Fifteen percent of all food proceeds will be donated back to Daughters.
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Flyers

    Parish Council Nomination Form

    Parish Council Nomination Form

    Being accepted for the January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021 term ~ see Mark Eakman, Kathy Nikolaou, or Bruce Trakas for details

    Chanting Lessons

    Chanting Lessons

    Date / time will be determined once we know how many individuals are interested

    November 10, 2019

    November 10, 2019

    HOPE / JOY Family "Friendsgiving" Dinner

    November 10, 2019

    November 10, 2019

    Choir will be collecting Socks4Soldiers

    November 10, 2019

    November 10, 2019

    Parish Assembly Meeting

    November 15, 2019

    November 15, 2019

    GOYAns learn to make Prosforo and what the symbols on the seal represent

    November 17, 2019

    November 17, 2019

    Pancake Breakfast ~ RSVP at:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-sPk_eujvnCBd6PW0BRaf4OLrYqgZH3odswgkmD78ESWJjw/viewform

    December 7, 2019

    December 7, 2019

    GOYA Brunch and meeting at the home of Lance Trihas. RSVP at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0a44ada622a5fb6-stpaul

    December 8, 2019

    December 8, 2019

    Breakfast with St. Nicholas - purchase tickets in advance to allow us to properly plan

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