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St. Paul Greek Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2021-08-08
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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 Letter to the Romans 15:1-7.

Brethren, we who are strong ought to bear with the failings of the weak, and not to please ourselves; let each of us please his neighbor for his good, to edify him. For Christ did not please himself; but, as it is written, "The reproaches of those who reproached thee fell on me." For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, that by steadfastness and by the encouragement of the scriptures we might have hope. May the God of steadfastness and encouragement grant you to live in such harmony with one another, in accord with Christ Jesus, that together you may with one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. Welcome one another, therefore, as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God.

Gospel Reading

7th Sunday of Matthew
The Reading is from Matthew 9:27-35

At that time, as Jesus passed by, two blind men followed him, crying aloud, "Have mercy on us, Son of David." When he entered the house, the blind men came to him; and Jesus said to them, "Do you believe that I am able to do this?" They said to him, "Yes, Lord." Then he touched their eyes, saying, "According to your faith be it done to you." And their eyes were opened. And Jesus sternly charged them, "See that no one knows it." But they went away and spread his fame through all that district.

As they were going away, behold, a dumb demoniac was brought to him. And when the demon had been cast out, the dumb man spoke; and the crowds marveled, saying, "Never was anything like this seen in Israel." But the Pharisees said, "He casts out demons by the prince of demons."

And Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every disease and every infirmity among the people.

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Saints and Feasts

Allsaint
August 08

Emilian the Confessor & Bishop of Cyzikos

This Saint was one of the illustrious Orthodox Bishops called to Constantinople by the holy Patriarch Nicephorus to defend the veneration of the holy icons against Leo the Armenian (see Mar. 8). Saint Emilian was sent into exile by Leo about the year 815, and gave up his soul to the Lord amidst many afflictions and sufferings for the sake of his confession.

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Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Plagal Second Mode

Αγγελικαί Δυνάμεις επί τό μνήμα σου, καί οι φυλάσσοντες, απενεκρώθησαν· καί ίστατο Μαρία εν τώ τάφω ζητούσα, τό άχραντόν σου σώμα· εσκύλευσας τόν Άδην, μή πειρασθείς υπ’αυτού· υπήντησας τή Παρθένω, δωρούμενος τήν ζωήν. Ο αναστάς εκ νεκρών, Κύριε δόξα Σοι.
Αgelike Dinamis epi to mnimasou, ke I filasontes apenekrothisan, ke istato Maria en to tafo zitousa, to ahranton sou soma, eskilefsas ton Adin, mi pirasthis ipaftou, ipindisas ti Partheno, doroumenos tin zoin, O anastas ek ton nekron, Kirie doxa Si.
When the angelic powers appeared at Your grave, the soldiers guarding it feared and became as dead. And standing by the sepulcher was Mary who was seeking Your immaculate body. You devastated Hades, not afflicted by it. You went to meet the virgin, and granted eternal life. You resurrected from the dead. O Lord, glory to You.

Apolytikion for Afterfeast of the Transfiguration in the Grave Mode

You were transfigured upon the mountain, O Christ our God, showing to Your disciples Your glory as much as they could bear. Do also in us, sinners though we may be, shine Your everlasting light, by the intercessions of the Theotokos, O Giver of light. Glory to You.

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 Grave Mode

Upon the mountain were You transfigured, / and Your disciples beheld Your glory as far as they were able, O Christ our God; / so that when they would see You crucified / they might understand that Your Passion was deliberate, / and declare to the world that in truth You are / the Father's radiance.
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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.

 

Welcome! We’re glad you’re here! Please know that MASKS are NOT required in our sanctuary. We do, however, have a RESERVED section for those who wish to wear masks and maintain social distancing. 

  1. Today ~ MNYMOSINA:  40 days for Manuel Saridakis [for Paul and Helen Saridakis | for Betty Saridakis | for Denise Saridakis] | 40 days for Mathew Sarris | 2 years for Mike Sfekas | 5 years for Mary Collaros [for Jack Collaros].
  2. Monday - Wednesday ~ 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Greek Summer Camp for students in kindergarten – 6th grade, regardless of their Greek knowledge. $30/child.  Contact Keli Pontikos Paragios with any questions or to volunteer. Keli.pontikos@gmail.com Register at stpaulgoc.org.
  3. Monday ~ 7:00 p.m. Small Paraklesis
  4. Tuesday ~ 7:00 p.m. Great Paraklesis.
  5. Wednesday ~ 6:30 p.m. Choir rehearsal.
  6. Wednesday 7:00 p.m. monthly Parish Council meeting.
  7. Thursday ~ 7:00 p.m. Small Parkalesis.
  8. Friday ~ 7:00 p.m. Small Paraklesis.
  9. Saturday ~ 7:00 p.m. Great Vespers, Falling Asleep of the Virgin Mary at Annunciation in Cleveland
  10. Sunday School ~ in person classes begin September 12th.  We are in need of teachers to offer their time to this important ministry of our parish.  Contact Presv. Nicole cnkeares@gmail.com or Michael Tartara michaeltartara@yahoo.com if you are able to assist.
  11. Greek School ~ in person classes begin Monday, September 13th.  In order for us to properly staff our classes, please complete the registration form no later than August 29th. Contact Father Costas with any questions.
  12. Please note the KIOSK in the outer Narthex ~ not everyone carries cash with them all the time. The kiosk is placed in the outer narthex for your convenience. Ask Parish Council for assistance if needed.
  13. 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 and Beyond

  1. Next Sunday ~ Epistle Reading Philippians 2:5-11 | Gospel Luke 10:38-42, 11:27-28.
  2. Next Sunday ~ Dormition of the Theotokos luncheon immediate following Divine Liturgy in the lower section of the Hellenic Center.  $12 Adults | $5 children 10 and under.  Make your reservations TODAY during coffee social or on our website.  Contact Elaine Cooke or Mary Pagonakis.
  3. August 16 ~ 6:00 p.m. Stewardship meeting.
  4. August 17 ~ 7:00 p.m. GOYA parent meeting.
  5. August 18 ~ 6:30 p.m. Family Ministry meeting.
  6. August 22 ~ Blessing of backpacks for all children as they begin school. The day will continue with a parish picnic right after church. Come and Reconnect with your St. Paul Family. All parishioners, young and old, are invited to attend as we anticipate the beginning of a new Ecclesiastical year. Fun activities for children, bounce playhouse. Free to all.
  7. August 26 ~ 2:00 p.m. Senior Fellowship Hot Diggity Dog on the Deck. Main course provided, please bring a side dish to share.  RSVP to Helen Dadas, Maria Regan, Sophie Steffas.
  8. September 16 ~ Philoptochos prepares meal for those 65 and older or with special circumstances.  Meals are $10 each and must be ordered by September 8th.  Delivery provided upon request to certain cities.  For reservations, questions or delivery, contact Angela Christian or Diana Steffas.

Events in the Greater Cleveland Area and Beyond

  1. Wednesday ~ 6:00 p.m. Metropolis Youth Paraklesis service at Holy Trinity Canton.
  2. August 19 – 22 ~ Sts. Constantine and Helen Cleveland Hts. Greek Festival.
  3. September 3 – 6 ~ Kamm’s Corner Greek Festival.
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Flyers

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