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St. Paul Greek Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2021-11-21
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Gospel and Epistle Readings
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Hymns of the Day
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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. Third Mode. Luke 1: 46-48.
My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior.
Verse: For he has regarded the humility of his servant.

The reading is from St. Paul's Letter to the Hebrews 9:1-7.

BRETHREN, the first covenant had regulations for worship and an earthly sanctuary. For a tent was prepared, the outer one, in which were the lampstand and the table and the bread of the Presence; it is called the Holy Place. Behind the second curtain stood a tent called the Holy of Holies, having the golden altar of incense and the ark of the covenant covered on all sides with gold, which contained a golden urn holding the manna, and Aaron's rod that budded, and the tables of the covenant; above it were the cherubim of glory overshadowing the mercy seat. Of these things we cannot now speak in detail. These preparations having thus been made, the priests go continually into the outer tent, performing their ritual duties; but into the second only the high priest goes, and he but once a year, and not without taking blood which he offers for himself and for the errors of the people.

Gospel Reading

The Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple
The Reading is from Luke 10:38-42, 11:27-28

At that time, Jesus entered a village; and a woman called Martha received him into her house. And she had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord's feet and listened to his teaching. But Martha was distracted with much serving; and she went to him and said, "Lord, do you not care that my sister has left me to serve you alone? Tell her then to help me." But the Lord answered her, "Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled about many things; one thing is needful. Mary has chosen the good portion, which shall not be taken away from her." As he said this, a woman in the crowd raised her voice and said to him, "Blessed is the womb that bore you, and the breasts that you sucked!" But he said, "Blessed rather are those who hear the word of God and keep it!"

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Saints and Feasts

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November 21

The Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple

According to the tradition of the Church, the Theotokos was brought to the Temple at three years of age, where she was consecrated to God and spent her days until she was fourteen or fifteen years old; and then, as a mature maiden, by the common counsel of the priests (since her parents had reposed some three years before), she was betrothed to Joseph.

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November 21

The Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple

According to the tradition of the Church, the Theotokos was brought to the Temple at three years of age, where she was consecrated to God and spent her days until she was fourteen or fifteen years old; and then, as a mature maiden, by the common counsel of the priests (since her parents had reposed some three years before), she was betrothed to Joseph.

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November 22

Archippus the Apostle, Philemon the Apostle & his wife, Apphia, Onesimos the Disciple of Paul

Philemon, who was from Colossae, a city of Phrygia, was a man both wealthy and noble; Apphia was his wife. Archippus became Bishop of the Church in Colossae. All three were disciples of the Apostle Paul. Onesimus, who was formerly an unbeliever and slave of Philemon, stole certain of his vessels and fled to Rome. However, on finding him there, the Apostle Paul guided him onto the path of virtue and the knowledge of the truth, and sent him back to his master Philemon, to whom he wrote an epistle (this is one of the fourteen epistles of Saint Paul). In this epistle, Paul commended Onesimus to his master and reconciled the two. Onesimus was later made a bishop; in Greece he is honoured as the patron Saint of the imprisoned. All these Saints received their end by martyrdom, when they were stoned to death by the idolaters. Saint Onesimus is also commemorated on February 15.

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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.
Let us worship the Word who is unoriginate | with the Father and the Spirit, and from a Virgin was born | for our salvation, O believers, and let us sing His praise. | For in His goodness He was pleased | to ascend the Cross in the flesh, and to undergo death, | and to raise up those who had died, | by His glorious Resurrection.

Apolytikion for Entry of the Theotokos in the Fourth Mode

Today is the prelude of God’s good pleasure, and the proclamation of humanity’s salvation. In the temple of God, the Virgin is presented openly, and in herself she announces Christ to all. Let us, then, with a great voice cry aloud to her: “Rejoice, you are the fulfillment of the Creator’s dispensation.”

Seasonal Kontakion in the Fourth Mode

Today, the most pure temple of the Savior, the precious bridal chamber and Virgin, the sacred treasure of God, enters the house of the Lord, bringing the grace of the Divine Spirit. The Angels of God praise her. She is the heavenly tabernacle.
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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 ~ Artoclasia for the health of the Daughters of Penelope Erinys Chapter #355.
  2. Today ~ following Holy Communion, Adult Catechism with Elaine Poulos, IN PERSON or via ZOOM with the book “For They Shall See God”, which is available in our bookstore for $14.
  3. Today ~ Coffee Social will not be held this week | the Roditis family hosts next week.
  4. Today ~ Dance practice for Beginners following Sunday School.
  5. Monday ~ 5:30 p.m. Greek School.
  6. Tuesday ~ 10:00 a.m. Women’s Study Group with Elaine Poulos will resume in January.
  7. Wednesday ~ 6:00 p.m. Vesperal Liturgy for St. Katherine. (Eat breakfast and a light lunch and you can come and receive Holy Communion if you so wish)
  8. Wednesday ~ 6:30 p.m. Choir rehearsal will resume next week.
  9. Thursday ~ Adult Greek School and Bible Study will resume next week.
  10. Thursday – Friday ~ Happy Thanksgiving | office will be closed until Monday.
  11. Please note the KIOSK in the outer Narthex ~ not everyone carries cash with them all the time. The kiosk was added for your convenience. Ask Parish Council for assistance if needed.
  12. 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.
  13. 2022 STEWARDSHOP CAMPAIGN ~ Thank you to all who filled out and returned their 2022 Stewardship commitment Card. If you have not done so yet, please bring or mail to the office.

 

Upcoming Events in Our Parish and Beyond

  1. Next Sunday ~ Epistle Reading Ephesians 2:4-10 | Gospel Luke 18:18-27.
  2. Next Sunday ~ MNYMOSINA: 40 days for Harilaos Roditis; 1 year for Ernie Fourmas; 5 years for Mike (Emmanuel) Paterakis [for Nicholas Paterakis].
  3. Next Sunday ~ 40 day churching for the daughter of Joe and Alexa (Sullivan) Fox.
  4. November 30 ~ feast of St Andrew | 8:30 a.m. Orthros; 9:30 a.m. Liturgy.
  5. December 4 ~ 9:30 a.m. GOYA brunch at the Asmis home.  RSVP to Tina at 216.571.6353.
  6. December 5 ~ Philoptochos sponsors Breakfast with St. Nicholas following Liturgy.  Tickets are available during the coffee social or online at https://www.stpaulgoc.org/.
  7. December 5 ~ 7:00 p.m. Great Vespers for St. Nicholas at St. Nicholas Lorain.
  8. December 6 ~ feast of St. Nicholas | 8:30 a.m. Orthros; 9:0 a.m. Liturgy.
  9. December 6 ~ 5:30 p.m. Philoptochos Baking Class with Athina Cotronakis – choice of Spanakopita or Tiropita. $30/person.  Sign up on our website or during coffee social. RESCHEDULED DATE.
  10. December 12 ~ 11:45 a.m. Philoptochos Christmas Party.  Pre-sale reservations only.  $25/person.  Make reservation during coffee social, mail check to church, through our website https://www.stpaulgoc.org/, or contact Kim Kontos by Deember 8th.
 

For the Holidays

Sale
  1. Festival ~ Trays of uncooked pastitsio are available for $50.  This would be make a great addition to your Thanksgiving meal! Place your order at: https://tinyurl.com/STPFest.
  2. GOYA ~ GOYAns are accepting donations of $15 to have your household name included in the Community Christmas card.
  3. Greek School ~ insert your greeting on Greek designed notecards. Package of 16 cards for $20.
  4. Philoptochos ~ order your favorite pastries from the Philoptochos ladies for pick up December 5th.
  5. Daughters of Penelope ~ Christmas wreaths, swags, or crosses can be ordered for pick up on December 5th through Tria Charnas or https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdXdm8s-NPOVVekDPJMhTxLSLGWhpUYEUeoZiRsCzZ0zTYV1g/viewform.

 

Events in the Greater Cleveland Area and Beyond

  1. Monday ~ 3:00 p.m. St. Demetrios Rocky River will be showing the movie Ο Δειπνος του Βοσκού (The Shepherd). Open to all. Those interested in a fellowship potluck meal are welcome to bring a dish to share.
  2. Friday ~ 6:30 p.m. Thanksgiving Dinner Dance at the George Varouh Cretan Club at Kamm’s Corner to benefit their capital improvement fund. Purchase tickets at https://gvccglendi.square.site/ or contact John Elliott for more information.
  3. December 11 ~ 10:00 a.m. Eastern Orthodox Women’s Guild with Fr. Peter Simko at St. Innocent Orthodox Church in Olmsted Falls.

1.       Today ~ Artoclasia for the health of the Daughters of Penelope Erinys Chapter #355.

2.       Today ~ following Holy Communion, Adult Catechism with Elaine Poulos, IN PERSON or via ZOOM with the book “For They Shall See God”, which is available in our bookstore for $14.

3.       Today ~ Coffee Social will not be held this week | the Roditis family hosts next week.

4.       Today ~ Dance practice for Beginners following Sunday School.

5.       Monday ~ 5:30 p.m. Greek School.

6.       Tuesday ~ 10:00 a.m. Women’s Study Group with Elaine Poulos will resume in January.

7.       Wednesday ~ 6:00 p.m. Vesperal Liturgy for St. Katherine. (Eat breakfast and a light lunch and you can come and receive Holy Communion if you so wish)

8.       Wednesday ~ 6:30 p.m. Choir rehearsal will resume next week.

9.       Thursday ~ Adult Greek School and Bible Study will resume next week.

10.   Thursday – Friday ~ Happy Thanksgiving | office will be closed until Monday.

11.   Please note the KIOSK in the outer Narthex ~ not everyone carries cash with them all the time. The kiosk was added for your convenience. Ask Parish Council for assistance if needed.

12.   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.

13.   2022 STEWARDSHOP CAMPAIGN ~ Thank you to all who filled out and returned their 2022 Stewardship commitment Card. If you have not done so yet, please bring or mail to the office.

 

Upcoming Events in Our Parish and Beyond

14.   Next Sunday ~ Epistle Reading Ephesians 2:4-10 | Gospel Luke 18:18-27.

15.   Next Sunday ~ MNYMOSINA: 40 days for Harilaos Roditis; 1 year for Ernie Fourmas; 5 years for Mike (Emmanuel) Paterakis [for Nicholas Paterakis].

16.   Next Sunday ~ 40 day churching for the daughter of Joe and Alexa (Sullivan) Fox.

17.   November 30 ~ feast of St Andrew | 8:30 a.m. Orthros; 9:30 a.m. Liturgy.

18.   December 4 ~ 9:30 a.m. GOYA brunch at the Asmis home.  RSVP to Tina at 216.571.6353.

19.   December 5 ~ Philoptochos sponsors Breakfast with St. Nicholas following Liturgy.  Tickets are available during the coffee social or online at https://www.stpaulgoc.org/.

20.   December 5 ~ 7:00 p.m. Great Vespers for St. Nicholas at St. Nicholas Lorain.

21.   December 6 ~ feast of St. Nicholas | 8:30 a.m. Orthros; 9:0 a.m. Liturgy.

22.   December 6 ~ 5:30 p.m. Philoptochos Baking Class with Athina Cotronakis – choice of Spanakopita or Tiropita. $30/person.  Sign up on our website or during coffee social. RESCHEDULED DATE.

23.  

Sale

December 12 ~ 11:45 a.m. Philoptochos Christmas Party.  Pre-sale reservations only.  $25/person.  Make reservation during coffee social, mail check to church, through our website https://www.stpaulgoc.org/, or by contacing Kim Kontos.

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