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St. Paul Greek Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2020-10-04
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Gospel and Epistle Readings
Saints and Feasts
Hymns of the Day
Welcome
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Hierotheos
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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. Plagal Fourth Mode. Psalm 75.11,1.
Make your vows to the Lord our God and perform them.
Verse: God is known in Judah; his name is great in Israel.

The reading is from St. Paul's Second Letter to the Corinthians 6:16-18; 7:1.

Brethren, you are the temple of the living God; as God said, "I will live in them and move among them, and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. Therefore come out from them, and be separate from them, says the Lord, and touch nothing unclean; then I will welcome you, and I will be a father to you, and you shall be my sons and daughters, says the Lord Almighty."

Since we have these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from every defilement of body and spirit, and make holiness perfect in the fear of God.

Gospel Reading

2nd Sunday of Luke
The Reading is from Luke 6:31-36

The Lord said, "As you wish that men would do to you, do so to them. If you love those who love you, what credit is that to you? For even sinners love those who love them. And if you do good to those who do good to you, what credit is that to you? For even sinners do the same. And if you lend to those from whom you hope to receive, what credit is that to you? Even sinners lend to sinners, to receive as much again. But love your enemies, and do good, and lend, expecting nothing in return; and your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High; for he is kind to the ungrateful and the selfish. Be merciful, even as your Father is merciful."

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Saints and Feasts

Hierotheos
October 04

Hierotheus, Bishop of Athens

According to some, Hierotheus, like Saint Dionysius, was a member of the court of Mars Hill. Having first been instructed in the Faith of Christ by Paul, he became Bishop of Athens. He, in turn, initiated the divine Dionysius more perfectly into the mysteries of Christ; the latter, on his part, elaborated more clearly and distinctly Hierotheus' concise and summary teachings concerning the Faith. He too was brought miraculously by the power of the Holy Spirit to be present at the Dormition of the Theotokos, when, together with the sacred Apostles, he became a leader of the divine hymnody. "He was wholly transported, wholly outside himself and was so deeply absorbed in communion with the sacred things he celebrated in hymnology, that to all who heard him and saw him and knew him, and yet knew him not, he seemed to be inspired of God, a divine hymnographer," as Dionysius says (On the Divine Names, 3:2). Having lived in a manner pleasing to God, he reposed in the Lord.

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Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Plagal Fourth Mode

Εξ ύψους κατήλθες ο Εύσπλαχνος, ταφήν κατεδέξω τριήμερον, ίνα ημάς ελευθερώσης τών παθών, η ζωή καί η ανάστασις ημών, Κύριε, δόξα Σοι.
Εx ipsous katilthes o Evsplahnos, tafin katedexo triimeron, ina imas, eleftherosis ton pathon, I zoi ke I anastasis imon, Kyrie, doxa si.
From on high did You descend, O merciful Lord, for us did You endure, three days in the tomb that we may be, released from passions in this world, You who are our resurrection and our life Glory unto You O Lord.

Seasonal Kontakion in the Second Mode

A protection of Christians unshameable, / intercessor to our Holy Maker, unwavering, / reject not / the prayerful cries of those who are in sin. / Instead, / come to us for you are good; / Your loving help bring unto us / who are crying in faith to you: / Hasten to intercede/ and speed now to supplicate, / as a protection for all time, / Theotokos, for those who honor you.
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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.

 

PLEASE NOTE: In light of the COVID-19 Virus, and until further notice, the following precautions will be taken:

We are pleased to announce that we have been given permission by Metropolitan Savas to enter into the  “GREEN Phase”. Please note, ALL services and Divine Liturgies will continue to take place as scheduled but with the following guidelines:

  • Those over 65 years of age CAN now attend church services. Everyone must still wear a mask. We must continue to practice social distancing.
  • The church cannot be filled to more than 50% capacity. The only entrance that will be open is the glass doors by the elevator ~ all other entrances will be locked. Following services, we kindly ask that you return to your vehicle and enjoy the rest of your day. Those with immunocompromised conditions, no matter their age, should not be in church but rather follow the service online at home
  • LIVE services can be viewed on our Parish YouTube Page ~ click here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKfvvY35FtK8GWWctrUqENg
  1. During these difficult days, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call Fr. Costas on his cell at 440-669-1316.
  2. Today ~ 11:30 a.m. Sunday School via ZOOM. Contact Toni Mannarino at SundaySchool@stpaulgoc.org for further instructions.
  3. Today ~ 11:30 a.m. Adult Catechism via ZOOM with Elaine Poulos. 
  4. Today ~ our Philoptochos will have a table set up in front of the bookstore to pick up orders that were placed online. They still have some sweet bread and koulourakia available for sale this Sunday to anyone who is interested.
  5. Monday ~ 5:30 p.m. Greek School begins via ZOOM. MUST BE paid to receive link to login.
  6. Tuesday ~ 10:00 a.m. Women’s Study Group with Elaine Poulos via ZOOM.
  7. Thursday ~ 7:00 p.m. Bible Study with Father Costas via ZOOM.  Look for email with link that will be sent out on Thursday morning.
  8. Stewardship ~Thanks to all who completed and returned their 2020 Stewardship Commitment Card. Please continue to mail your stewardship donation to the church office or submit on our website. If there is anything the committee can do for you, call the office, leave a message, and someone will get back to you! God bless you and be safe. 
  9. Light a Candle and Say a Prayer ~ those attending church will have the opportunity to light a candle with the assistance of the ushers.  Those at home can still light a candle online, but must place their request by 3:00 PM on Friday for the candles to be lit on Sunday.  Visit https://www.stpaulgoc.org/about-us/candles. Questions? Call the church office.
  10. New Digital Parish Directory. As of this past Thursday, Oct. 1st, the NEW DIGITAL DIRECTORY has gone live. You can download the app on your mobile phone or on your laptop. An email has been sent out this past week to all stewards of our parish with directions. Again, only parishioners will have access to the information. Any questions, you can email to: directory@stpaulgoc.org, When you access your account, you will be able to edit your information, include as much or as less information as you wish and add a picture.

Upcoming Events in Our Parish – Respond Early

  1. Next Sunday ~ Epistle Reading Corinthians 6:16-18; 7:1, Gospel Luke 6:31-36.
  2. October 11 – 17 ~ Philoptochos Men Who Cook Special Edition. Donations can be made on Philoptochos Facebook Group with portion of proceeds to benefit Providence House. Look for more information that will be posted on this fun event planned by our Philoptochos. Please support them.
  3. October 13 ~ 6:30 p.m. Philoptochos meeting via ZOOM with speaker from Providence House.
  4. October 14 ~ 7:00 p.m. Parish Council monthly meeting via ZOOM.
  5. Study needs volunteers ~ Are you an Orthodox woman age 18 to 55 years willing to share your opinions about women’s healthcare needs in America? This research is being completed by Kimberly Babich Speck, Doctor of Nursing Practice student at Otterbein University, with the support of ZOE Women’s Center®. Participants who interview will be paid $20. Call Kimberly at 440-708-8434 or email Kimberly.babichspeck@otterbein.edu for details.
  6. EOWG Virtual Fundraiser ~ The Eastern Orthodox Women’s Guild of Greater Cleveland has enjoyed hosting the Annual Pasta Dinner and Social for many years to support its various commitments. This year due to Covid-19, they are doing a virtual event. Donations can be made in any amount. Checks are to be made to EOWG and mailed no later than October 30, 2020 to Helen Beverly, 10200 Ridgewood Dr., #408, Parma Hts., OH 44130.
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Flyers

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