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St. Paul Greek Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2021-01-03
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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. Plagal Second Mode. Psalm 27.9,1.
O Lord, save your people and bless your inheritance.
Verse: To you, O Lord, I have cried, O my God.

The reading is from St. Paul's Second Letter to Timothy 4:5-8.

TIMOTHY, my son, always be steady, endure suffering, do the work of an evangelist, fulfil your ministry.

For I am already on the point of being sacrificed; the time of my departure has come. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will award to me on that Day, and not only to me but also to all who have loved his appearing.

Gospel Reading

Sunday before Epiphany
The Reading is from Mark 1:1-8

The beginning of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. As it is written in the prophets, 'Behold, I send my messenger before your face, who shall prepare your way; the voice of one crying in the wilderness: prepare the way of the Lord, make his paths straight.' John was baptizing in the wilderness, preaching a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. And there went out to him all the country of Judea, and all the people of Jerusalem; and they were baptized by him in the river Jordan, confessing their sins. Now John was clothed with camel's hair, and had a leather girdle around his waist, and ate locusts and wild honey. And he preached, saying, "After me comes he who is mightier than I, the thong of whose sandals I am not worthy to stoop down and untie. I have baptized you with water; but he will baptize you with the Holy Spirit."

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Saints and Feasts

Allsaint
January 03

Malachi the Prophet

The Prophet Malachi ("messenger of God") is the last of the twelve minor Prophets, and also of all the Prophets of the Old Testament. He prophesied in the days of Nehemias, a wise man among the Jews, who also held a high and powerful position in the court of Artaxerxes the Long-armed, King of the Persians, who reigned from 465 to 424 B.C. Malachis' book of prophecy is divided into four chapters; he foretold the coming of Christ as the Sun of Righteousness (4:2)

Gordios
January 03

Gordios the Martyr of Caesarea

The Martyr Gordios who was from Caesarea of Cappadocia, was a centurion by rank. Unable to bear the impiety of the heathen, he withdrew to the wilderness to purify himself through prayer and fasting. After he perceived that his ascetical training had prepared him sufficiently, he came down from the mountains when a certain pagan festival was held in Caesarea, attended by all, and presented himself before the multitude. Although the spectacles of the festival continued, no one paid them any heed, but all eyes were turned upon him. From his sojourn in the mountains, his look was wild, his beard was long, his raiment squalid, his body like a skeleton; yet a certain grace shone round about him. He was recognized, and a loud shout and tumult was made as his fellow Christians rejoiced, and the enemies of the truth cried out for his death. He boldly professed his faith before the Governor, and after torments was beheaded, in the reign of Licinius in the year 314. Saint Basil the Great delivered a homily on Saint Gordios, mentioning that some of those in his audience had been present at the saint's martyrdom (PG 31:497).

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Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Plagal First Mode

Tόν συνάναρχον Λόγον Πατρί καί Πνεύματι, τόν εκ Παρθένου τεχθέντα εις σωτηρίαν ημών, ανημνήσωμεν πιστοί καί προσκυνήσωμεν· ότι ηυδόκησε σαρκί, ανελθείν εν τώ Σταυρώ καί θάνατον υπομείναι, καί εγείραι τούς τεθνεώτας, εν τή ενδόξω Αναστάσει αυτού.
Ton sinanarhon logon Patri ke Pnevmati, ton ek Parthenou tehthenta is sotiria imon, animnisomen pisti ke proskinisomen. Oti ivdokise sarki, anelthin en to Stavro ke thanaton ipomine, ke egire tous tethneotas, en ti endoxo Anastasi aftou.
Eternal with the Father and the Spirit is the Word, Who of a Virgin was begotten for our salvation. As the faithful we both praise and worship Him, for in the flesh did He consent to ascend unto the Cross, and death did He endure and He raised unto life the dead/ through His all glorious resurrection.

Apolytikion for Forefeast of the Theophany in the Fourth Mode

O Zabulon, prepare, and be ready, Nephthalim. | Jordan River, hold your course, and exultantly receive | the Master who is coming to be baptized. | Adam leap for joy with Eve the Foremother. | No longer hide yourselves, as once in Paradise; | for having seen you naked He has appeared | to clothe you in your former vesture. | The Christ has appeared, wishing to renew | the entire creation.

Hymn of Church in the First Mode

 

Ethnon se kirika ke fostira trismegiston, | Athineon didaskalon ekoumenis aglaisma, | efrosinos gereromen | tous agonas timomen ke tas vasanous thia Christon, | to septon sou martirion, | Agie Pavle Apostole, | presveve Christo to Theo, | sothine tas psichas imon.

 

O preacher to the gentiles and thrice grandest shining star, | the Athenians’ teacher and the universe’s ornament, | we joyously honor you. | We pay homage to the struggles that you had | for the sake of Christ, | and your dignified martyrdom, | Holy and glorious Apostle Paul, | intercede with Christ our God, | entreating Him to save our souls.

Seasonal Kontakion in the Fourth Mode

To the flowing streams today || of River Jordan | comes the Lord and cries aloud | to John the Baptist, and He says, | “Be not afraid to baptize me now; | for I have come to save Adam, the first-formed man.”
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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 Anastasius (Ernie) Fourmas | 1 year for Demetrios Natsis; 5 years for Maxine Stamas | TRISAGIA: for Athanasios and Eftehia Natsis | for Christoforos and Ermioni Natsis | for Nick Stamas.
  2. Today ~ Vasilopita Sunday | Father will cut the Vasilopita and offer a piece to our ministry leaders.
  3. Today ~ Sunday School via ZOOM resumes January 9, 2021.
  4. Today ~ Adult Catechism via ZOOM with Elaine Poulos resumes January 17. 
  5. Last day ~ Daughters of Penelope collecting NEW hats, gloves, mittens, and scarves for needy children ages 5 – 14 on mitten tree in narthex. Purchase from St Paul Amazon Wish List and have delivered to church. Donations benefit Parma Collaborative and Youngstown City Schools.
  6. Monday ~ Greek School via ZOOM resumes January 4, 2021.
  7. Tuesday ~ 3:30 p.m. Royal Hours of Epiphany | 5:00 p.m. Vesperal Liturgy with water blessing (starting this evening, holy water bottles will be available for you to take and bless your homes)
  8. Tuesday ~ 7:00 p.m. Home Committee meeting.
  9. Wednesday ~ Epiphany | 8:30 a.m. Orthros | 9:30 a.m. Liturgy with water blessing.
  10. Thursday ~ St John the Baptist | 8:30 a.m. Orthros | 9:30 a.m. Liturgy.
  11. Thursday ~ Bible Study via ZOOM with Father Costas resumes.
  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. Someone from the Directory Committee will be available in the Hellenic Center lobby to take a picture of you for this directory TODAY following liturgy.

Upcoming Events in Our Parish – Respond Early

  1. Next Sunday ~ Epistle Reading Ephesians 4:7-13 | Gospel Matthew 4:12-17.
  2. Next Sunday ~ 40 days memorial for Frank Chirakos.
  3. January 12 ~ 6:00 p.m. Stewardship committee meeting via ZOOM.
  4. January 13 ~ 7:00 p.m. monthly Parish Council meeting via ZOOM.
  5. January 20 ~ St. Efthimios | 5:00 p.m. Orthros | 6:00 p.m. Liturgy.
  6. January 30 ~ Three Hierarchs | 8:30 a.m. Orthros | 9:30 a.m. Liturgy.
  7. ZOE Women's Center® is looking for Orthodox women seeking the opportunity to become a life coach to work with women in distress due to an unplanned pregnancy.  Nursing or related healthcare experience a plus but not required. Contact Paula Kappos for details: paulamk@roadrunner.com.
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Flyers

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