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St. Paul Greek Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2020-12-06
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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




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. Grave Mode. Psalm 115.15,12.
Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints.
Verse: What shall I render to the Lord for all that he has given me?

The reading is from St. Paul's Letter to the Hebrews 13:17-21.

Brethren, obey your leaders and submit to them; for they are keeping watch over your souls, as men who will have to give account. Let them do this joyfully, and not sadly, for that would be of no advantage to you. Pray for us, for we are sure that we have a clear conscience, desiring to act honorably in all things. I urge you the more earnestly to do this in order that I may be restored to you the sooner. Now may the God of peace who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the eternal covenant, equip you with everything good that you may do His will, working in you that which is pleasing in His sight, through Jesus Christ; to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.


Gospel Reading

10th Sunday of Luke
The Reading is from Luke 13:10-17

At that time, Jesus was teaching in one of the synagogues on the sabbath. And there was a woman who had a spirit of infirmity for eighteen years; she was bent over and could not fully straighten herself. And when Jesus saw her, he called her and said to her, "Woman, you are freed from your infirmity." And he laid his hands upon her, and immediately she was made straight, and she praised God. But the ruler of the synagogue, indignant because Jesus had healed on the sabbath, said to the people, "There are six days on which work ought to be done; come on those days and be healed, and not on the sabbath day." Then the Lord answered him, "You hypocrites! Does not each of you on the sabbath untie his ox or his donkey from the manger, and lead it away to water it? And ought not this woman, a daughter of Abraham whom Satan bound for eighteen years, be loosed from this bond on the sabbath day?" As he said this, all his adversaries were put to shame; and all the people rejoiced at all the glorious things that were done by him.


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Saints and Feasts

Nicholas
December 06

Nicholas the Wonderworker, Archbishop of Myra

This Saint lived during the reign of Saint Constantine the Great, and reposed in 330, As a young man, he desired to espouse the solitary life. He made a pilgrimage to the holy city Jerusalem, where he found a place to withdraw to devote himself to prayer. It was made known to him, however, that this was not the will of God for him, but that he should return to his homeland to be a cause of salvation for many. He returned to Myra, and was ordained bishop. He became known for his abundant mercy, providing for the poor and needy, and delivering those who had been unjustly accused. No less was he known for his zeal for the truth. He was present at the First Ecumenical Council of the 318 Fathers at Nicaea in 325; upon hearing the blasphemies that Arius brazenly uttered against the Son of God, Saint Nicholas struck him on the face. Since the canons of the Church forbid the clergy to strike any man at all, his fellow bishops were in perplexity what disciplinary action was to be taken against this hierarch whom all revered. In the night our Lord Jesus Christ and our Lady Theotokos appeared to certain of the bishops, informing them that no action was to be taken against him, since he had acted not out of passion, but extreme love and piety. The Dismissal Hymn for holy hierarchs, The truth of things hath revealed thee to thy flock ... was written originally for Saint Nicholas. He is the patron of all travellers, and of sea-farers in particular; he is one of the best known and best loved Saints of all time.


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Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the First Mode

Τού λίθου σφραγισθέντος υπό τών Ιουδαίων, καί στρατιωτών φυλλασόντων, τό άχραντόν Σου σώμα, ανέστης τριήμερος Σωτήρ, δωρούμενος τώ κόσμω τήν ζωήν. Διά τούτο αι Δυνάμεις τών ουρανών εβόων σοι Ζωοδότα· δόξα τή Αναστάσει σου Χριστέ, δόξα τή βασιλεία σου, δόξα τή οικονομία σου μόνε Φιλάνθρωπε.
Τu lithou sfragisthentos ipo ton Ioudeon, ke stratioton filasonton to ahranton sou soma, anesti triemeros Sotir, doroumenos ton kosmo tin zoin. Dia touto e dinamis ton ouranon evon si Zoodota, doxa ti Anastasi sou Hriste, doxa ti vasilia sou, doxa ti ikonomia sou mone Filanthrope.
The stone that had been sealed before Your tomb by the Jews and the soldiers guarding did watch o’er Your pure and sacred body O Savior the third day You arose, and unto all the world did You give life where by all the heavenly powers did proclaim that You are the giver of life. Glory unto our resurrected Christ. Glory unto Your Kingdom. Glory to Your dispensation O You alone who loves all.

Apolytikion for Nicholas the Wonderworker in the Fourth Mode

A rule of faith are you, and an icon of gentleness, and a teacher of self-control. And to your flock this was evident, by the truth of your life and deeds. You were humble and therefore you acquired exalted gifts, treasure in heaven for being poor. O Father and Hierarch St. Nicholas, intercede with Christ our God, and entreat Him to save our souls.

Seasonal Kontakion in the Third Mode

On this day the Virgin maid / goes to the grotto to give birth / to the pre-eternal word / in an ineffable manner. / Dance for joy, all the inhabited earth, on hearing. / Glorify along with Angels and with the shepherds / Him who willed that He appear as/ a newborn Child/ the pre-eternal God.
I Parthenos simeron / ton proeonion Logo, / en spileo erhete/ apotekin aporitos./ Horeve / I ikumeni akutisthisa/ doxason / meta Agelon ke ton pimenon / voulithenda epofthine / Pedion neon/ ton proeonon Theon.
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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
  • 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.
  1. Today ~ MNYMOSINA: 40 days for Metropolitan MAXIMOS; 40 days for Dr. John Kalucis; 1 year for Mary Vasilakis; TRISAGIA for Aristi Kalucis; for Mary Kalucis Zanoudakis.
  2. Today ~ 11:30 a.m. Sunday School via ZOOM.
  3. Today ~ Adult Catechism with Elaine Poulos resumes January 17. 
  4. Today ~ HOPE / JOY Gingerbread House Decorating. Due to Covid-19, we will not meet in person. However families that responded can come to church at 3:00 p.m. to drop off their canned goods and pick up a kit to take home.  
  5. Today – December 27 ~ Daughters of Penelope collecting NEW hats, gloves, mittens, and scarves for needy children ages 5 – 14 on mitten tree in narthex. Purchase from the St Paul Amazon Wish List and have delivered to church. Donations benefit Parma Collaborative and Youngstown City Schools.
  6. Today – December 10 ~ Philoptochos Apple Cookie & Chocolate sale.  Place order at www.AppleCookies.com or call 412.825.3550. Promo code STPAUL20. 50% of total will be donated back to Philoptochos.
  7. Monday ~ 5:30 p.m. Greek School via ZOOM.
  8. Tuesday ~ 6:30 p.m. Philoptochos Virtual Christmas Party. Look for ZOOM link via email.
  9. Wednesday ~ 7:00 p.m. monthly Parish Council meeting via ZOOM.
  10. Thursday ~ 7:00 p.m. Bible Study via ZOOM. (last bible study before the Christmas break)
  11. Saturday ~ feast of St. Spyridon; 8:30 a.m. Orthros; 9:30 a.m. Liturgy.
  12. Stewardship ~ 2021 Stewardship cards were mailed to you. Please take time to fill out, bring to  church, mail to the office, or complete online on our website. Also, if you’re in arrears for 2020, please bring it up to date.  As always, we thank you for your love to our community and for helping us have a banner 2020 stewardship year! If there is anything the committee can do for you, call the office, leave a message, and someone will get back to you!   
  13. Light a Candle and Say a Prayer ~ place your request by 3:00 PM on Friday through our website for candles to be lit on Sunday. Questions? Call the church office.
  14. New Digital Parish Directory is LIVE! Download the app on your mobile phone or laptop. See instructions in Messenger. Only parishioners will have access to information. Questions? Email directory@stpaulgoc.org. When you access your account, you will be able to edit your information, include as much or as little as you wish, and add a picture.

Upcoming Events in Our Parish – Respond Early

  1. Next Sunday ~ Epistle Reading Colossians 3:4-11, Gospel Luke 14:16-24.
  2. Next Sunday ~ MNYMOSINO: 30 years for Jack Collaros; TRISAGION: 4 years for Mary Collaros.
  3. December 24 ~ 3:30 p.m. Royal Hours of Christmas; 5:00 p.m. Vesperal Liturgy.
  4. December 25 ~ Holy Nativity; 8:15 a.m. Orthros; 9:30 a.m. Liturgy.
  5. December 31 ~ 5:00 p.m. Orthros; 6:00 p.m. Liturgy for St Basil and Circumcision of Our Lord.

Events in the Greater Cleveland Area and Beyond

  1. Today ~ Daughters of Penelope Erinys Chapter #355 annual Evergreen sale.  Pick up your pre-order in St Paul parking lot from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
  2. Saturday ~ 10:00 a.m. Eastern Orthodox Women's Guild "Our Own Joyrney to Bethelhem" presented by Cindy George at St Matthew on Albion Rd in N Royalton. See Evangeline Bozikis or Maria Lovejoy for details.
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    Now - December 10, 2020

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    Place an order with Apple Cookie & Chocolate Company. Use promo code STPAUL20 and 50% of your order will be donated to Philoptochos


    Now - December 27, 2020

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    Help decorate the Mitten Tree with NEW Hats, Gloves, Mittens & Scarves to benefit the needy children ages 5 - 14 of the Parma Collaborative and Youngstown City School


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