Saint Spyridon Greek Orthodox Cathedral

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1 Saint Spyridon Greek Orthodox Cathedral September 30, 2018

2 St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Cathedral Church Office Mon.-Fri.: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m Reverend Doctor Dimitrios Moraitis - Dean Reverend Father Nicholas Livingston - Associate Priest Reverend Father Dean N. Paleologos - Dean Emeritus Reverend Deacon Andrew Giourelis Georgia Parafestas - Parish Council President - frdimitrim@gmail.com Metropolis of Boston WELCOME! Welcome to the Saint Spyridon Cathedral in Worcester, Massachusetts. We are honored that you have chosen to worship with us today. It is our hope that your visit here will bring you many blessings from God. Our Church Family worships the Holy Trinity (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit) and every Sunday, the Lord s Day, we commemorate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. Our mission is to live the Holy Gospel in accordance with the Orthodox Faith; towards sanctification through God s grace in worship, the Divine Liturgy and the Sacraments: glorifying God through all joys and struggles; and as a Church Community, in Christian love, we seek to do His will so that through His mercy, we may attain His Kingdom. We are blessed to have the slippers of St. Spyridon, which are located in a reliquary at the front-left of the Church; please be sure to venerate them. Also, please be reminded that one must be an Orthodox Christian in order to receive Holy Communion. Be sure to tell us if you are visiting or if you are new to our community. If you would like more information about embracing the Orthodox Faith, please see Father Dimitrios or Father Nicholas after the Divine Liturgy concludes. We pray you have a blessed day and that you visit with us again soon. September 30, nd Sunday of Luke 30 Σεπτεμβρίου, Β Κυριακἠ των Λουκάν MEMORIAL Athina Kotseas - 1 year Pantos Panagiotidis - 1 year Konstantinia Panagiotidis - 4 years Athanasios Voyiatzis - 4 years Stamatios Grammenos - 10 years Paul Kotseas - 11 years ALTAR FLOWERS Altar Flowers are donated in loving memory of Athina & Paul Kotseas by their family, of Athanasios Voyiatzis by his family, and Konstantinia & Pantos Panagiotidis by the Skritakis family SUNDAY SERVICES Orthros 8:30am Divine Liturgy 9:45am WEEKDAY SERVICES Saturday, October 6th Thomas the Apostle Orthros 8:30am Divine Liturgy 9:30am SAINTS OF THE DAY Gregory, Bishop of Armenia ΑΓΙΟΙ ΤΗΣ ΗΜΕΡΑΣ Γρηγόριος Επίσκοπος Αρμενίας HAPPY NAMEDAY Thekla, Efrosini COFFEE HOUR Coffee Hour is sponsored in loving memory of Stamatios Grammenos by his family, of Athina & Paul Kotseas by their family, and Konstantinia & Pantos Panagiotidis by the Skritakis family

3 Εισοδικά Απολυτίκιον Τοῦ λίθου σφραγισθέντος ὑπὸ τῶν Ἰουδαίων, καὶ στρατιωτῶν φυλασσόντων τὸ ἄχραντόν σου σῶμα, ἀνέστης τριήμερος Σωτήρ, δωρούμενος τῷ κόσμῳ τὴν ζωήν. Διὰ τοῦτο αἱ Δυνάμεις τῶν οὐρανῶν ἐβόων σοι Ζωοδότα Δόξα τῇ ἀναστάσει σου Χριστέ, δόξα τῇ Βασιλείᾳ σου, δόξα τῇ οἰκονομίᾳ σου, μόνε Φιλάνθρωπε. Του Ιερομάρτυρος Καί τρόπων μέτοχος, καί θρόνων διάδοχος, τών Αποστόλων γενόμενος, τήν πράξιν εύρες Θεόπνευστε, εις θεωρίας επίβασιν, διά τούτο τόν λόγον τής αληθείας ορθοτομών, καί τή πίστει ενήθλησας μέχρις αίματος, Ιερομάρτυς Γρηγόριε, πρέσβευε Χριστώ τώ Θεώ, σωθήναι τάς ψυχάς ημών. Για τα Μνυμόσηνα Μνήσθητι Κύριε ος αγαθός των δούλων σου, και όσα εν βίω ημάρτων, συγχώρησον, ουδείς γαρ αναμάρτητος, ει μή Συ ο δυνάμενος, και τοις μεταστάσι δούναι την ανάπαυσιν. Του Αγίου Σπυρίδωνος Της Συνόδου της πρώτης ανεδείχθης υπέρμαχος, και θαυματουργός Θεοφόρε, Σπυρίδων Πατήρ ημών, διο νεκρά συ εν τάφω προσφωνείς, και όφιν εις χρυσούν μετέβαλες, και εν τω μέλπειν τας αγίας σου ευχάς, Αγγέλους εσκες συλλειτουργούντας σοι Ιερώτατε, Δοξα τω σε δοξάσαντι, δόξα τω σε στεφανώσαντι, δόξα τω ενεργούντι διά σου πάσιν ιάματα. Κοντάκιον Προστασία τῶν Χριστιανῶν ἀκαταίσχυντε, μεσιτεία πρὸς τὸν Ποιητὴν ἀμετάθετε. Μὴ παρίδῃς ἁμαρτωλῶν δεήσεων φωνάς, ἀλλὰ πρόφθασον, ὡς ἀγαθή, εἰς τὴν βοήθειαν ἡμῶν, τῶν πιστῶς κραυγαζόντων σοι Τάχυνον εἰς πρεσβείαν, καὶ σπεῦσον εἰς ἱκεσίαν, ἡ προστατεύουσα ἀεί, Θεοτόκε, τῶν τιμώντων σε. Entrance Hymns Apolytikion When the stone had been sealed by the Jews and the soldiers were guarding Your immaculate Body, You arose on the third day, O Savior, granting life to the world. Wherefore, the powers of the Heavens cried out to You, O Life-giver: Glory to Your Resurrection, O Christ. Glory to Your Kingdom. Glory to Your dispensation, O only Friend of man. Of the Hieromartyr As a sharer of the ways and a successor to the throne of the Apostles, O inspired of God, you found discipline to be a means of ascent to divine vision. Wherefore, having rightly divided the word of truth, you also contested for the Faith even unto blood, O Hieromartyr Gregory. Intercede with Christ our God that our souls be saved. For the Memorials Remember, O Lord, as You are good, Your Servants, and forgive every sin they have committed in this life. For no one is sinless except You, Who have power to grant rest to those who have fallen asleep. Saint Spyridon At the First Synod you were manifest as a champion, and a wonder-worker, our God-bearing Father Spyridon. Wherefore, you spoke to one dead in the tomb, and a serpent you changed into gold. And while chanting your sacred services, you had angels celebrating with you, O most holy one. Glory to Him who glorified you! Glory to Him who crowned you! Glory to Him who through you works healings for everyone. Kontakion A protection of Christians unshamable, 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, The-

4 Ο ΑΠΟΣΤΟΛΟΣ Γένοιτο, Κύριε, τὸ ἔλεός σου ἐφ' ἡμᾶς. Στίχ. Ἀγαλλιᾶσθε δίκαιοι ἐν Κυρίῳ Πρὸς Κορινθίους β' 9:6-11 Ἀδελφοί, ὁ σπείρων φειδομένως, φειδομένως καὶ θερίσει καὶ ὁ σπείρων ἐπʼ εὐλογίαις, ἐπʼ εὐλογίαις καὶ θερίσει. Ἕκαστος καθὼς προαιρεῖται τῇ καρδίᾳ μὴ ἐκ λύπης ἢ ἐξ ἀνάγκης ἱλαρὸν γὰρ δότην ἀγαπᾷ ὁ θεός. Δυνατὸς δὲ ὁ θεὸς πᾶσαν χάριν περισσεῦσαι εἰς ὑμᾶς, ἵνα ἐν παντὶ πάντοτε πᾶσαν αὐτάρκειαν ἔχοντες περισσεύητε εἰς πᾶν ἔργον ἀγαθόν καθὼς γέγραπται, Ἐσκόρπισεν, ἔδωκεν τοῖς πένησιν ἡ δικαιοσύνη αὐτοῦ μένει εἰς τὸν αἰῶνα. Ὁ δὲ ἐπιχορηγῶν σπέρμα τῷ σπείροντι, καὶ ἄρτον εἰς βρῶσιν χορηγήσαι, καὶ πληθύναι τὸν σπόρον ὑμῶν, καὶ αὐξήσαι τὰ γενήματα τῆς δικαιοσύνης ὑμῶν ἐν παντὶ πλουτιζόμενοι εἰς πᾶσαν ἁπλότητα, ἥτις κατεργάζεται διʼ ἡμῶν εὐχαριστίαν τῷ θεῷ. ΤΗΕ EPISTLE Let your mercy, O Lord, be upon us. Verse: Rejoice in the Lord, O ye righteous. St. Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians 9:6-11 Brethren, he who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. Each one must do as he has made up his mind, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to provide you with every blessing in abundance, so that you may always have enough of everything and may provide in abundance for every good work. As it is written, "He scatters abroad, he gives to the poor; his righteousness endures for ever." He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will supply and multiply your resources and increase the harvest of your righteousness. You will be enriched in every way for great generosity, which through us will produce thanksgiving to God.

5 ΤΟ ΕΥΑΓΓΕΛΙΟΝ Ἐκ τοῦ Κατὰ Λουκἀν 6:31-36 Εἶπεν ὁ Κύριος καθὼς θέλετε ἵνα ποιῶσιν ὑμῖν οἱ ἄνθρωποι, ποιεῖτε αὐτοῖς ὁμοίως. καὶ εἰ ἀγαπᾶτε τοὺς ἀγαπῶντας ὑμᾶς, ποία ὑμῖν χάρις ἐστί; καὶ γὰρ οἱ ἁμαρτωλοὶ τοὺς ἀγαπῶντας αὐτοὺς ἀγαπῶσι. καὶ ἐὰν ἀγαθοποιῆτε τοὺς ἀγαθοποιοῦντας ὑμᾶς, ποία ὑμῖν χάρις ἐστί; καὶ γὰρ οἱ ἁμαρτωλοὶ τὸ αὐτὸ ποιοῦσι. καὶ ἐὰν δανείζητε παρ ὧν ἐλπίζετε ἀπολαβεῖν, ποία ὑμῖν χάρις ἐστί; καὶ γὰρ ἁμαρτωλοὶ ἁμαρτωλοῖς δανείζουσιν ἵνα ἀπολάβωσι τὰ ἴσα. πλὴν ἀγαπᾶτε τοὺς ἐχθροὺς ὑμῶν καὶ ἀγαθοποιεῖτε καὶ δανείζετε μηδὲν ἀπελπίζοντες, καὶ ἔσται ὁ μισθὸς ὑμῶν πολύς, καὶ ἔσεσθε υἱοὶ ὑψίστου, ὅτι αὐτὸς χρηστός ἐστιν ἐπὶ τοὺς ἀχαρίστους καὶ πονηρούς. Γίνεσθε οὖν οἰκτίρμονες, καθὼς καὶ ὁ πατὴρ ὑμῶν οἰκτίρμων ἐστί. THE HOLY GOSPEL The Gospel According to 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." FASTING / ΝΗΣΤΕΙΑ Regular fasting rules this week. Abstain from meat and dairy on Wednesday & Friday

6 ANNOUNCEMENTS HOLY TRINITY HOLY TRINITY HELD ITS ANNUAL General Assembly meeting on Tuesday, September 18, The Parish Delegates heard reports from Holy Trinity s administration and officers of the Board. The General Assembly also voted the following as members of the Board: Michael Dionis, Basil Tolos, and Hamid Mogaghegh. Paul Proko and Fr Mark Doku were elected by Council of Eastern Orthodox Churches. Fr Nicholas Livingston was elected by the Clergy. Board membership terms are staggered in order to provide a continuity of experience. SOME UPCOMING ACTIVITIES IN OCTOBER that everyone is invited to attend. On October 9 at 3:00pm there will be a Classical Music Concert by two internationally recognized musicians: Hyun-ji Kwon and Sang Young Kim. On Sunday, October 14th there is a book-signing by one of our residents: Nancy Heck. She has published a collection of poems and reflection. Local cable channel 3 interviewed her. You may view the interview at: DID YOU KNOW THAT: Although some of the variations in older people's health reflect their genetic inheritance, most are due to their physical and social environments, and the influence of these environments on their opportunities and health behavior. DIVINE LITURGY is celebrated every Wednesday morning at 9:30am. And please always keep Holy Trinity Nursing Home, it s staff, directors, residents, and families in your payers. And remember: you can always visit! NEVER FORGET: Holy Trinity Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is an Orthodox Charity and relies on your donations to continue its mission of providing the best care possible. CHOIR Our Choir has resumed singing the Divine Liturgy on Sundays. They are looking for more voices, both male and female. Adult rehearsals are held on Sunday 9am in the preschool. Junior Choir rehearsals will begin on alternate Sundays after church. We encourage all children ages 8+ to join the Junior Choir! The next Junior Choir practice is today, Sept 30th in the Tonna Room. Please speak with Nathan Reich for more information. CCH SCHOLARSHIP The Cultural Center Hrisohorafiton of Alexander the Great is pleased to announce their annual scholarships of $1,000. These two awards are available to student that graduated high school in 2018 and are of Greek descent. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.6 or higher as a requirement for this scholarship. Those interested must fill out a three-page application that is available by ing Soula Engonidis at sengonidis@yahoo.com or at the Church Office. All applications and essays must be submitted by October 10th. HELLENIC ARTS SOCIETY The Hellenic Arts Society will be hosting an event at the Museum of Russian Icons in Clinton, MA on Saturday, October 12pm. There will be a talk about the present exhibit Icons of the Hellenic World by the lender and curator, Emmanuel Tiliakos. Admission is free for Hellenic Arts Society members and $20 for non-members. A light lunch will follow. Contact Matthew Panagiotu for info *Save the date for Hellenic Arts Society annual Dinner Dance w/ Orfeas Orchestra Saturday Nov. 3rd.

7 ANNOUNCEMENTS ST. SPYRIDON FEEDING MINISTRY Our Mission: To provide nourishment that feeds one s physical, spiritual and emotional hunger through healthy fellowship. The Feeding Ministry, with the help of our parish volunteers, is continuing to serve a luncheon meal for those in need on the second Saturday of every month from 11:30am-1pm in the Cotsidas Cultural Center. October s luncheon (Saturday the 13 th ), is being donated by Sue Kika, who we d like to thank in advance for her participation in the Lord s Work. We would also like to thank last month s donors, the Daughter s of Penelope. If you would like to volunteer, sponsor a luncheon or make a donation, please contact: Savvas Fotiadis or Maria Kassos- amkassos@townisp.com BASKETBALL GOYA basketball is starting up again! The boys will be practicing on Monday nights from 6:30-8:30pm in the church hall. Contact Coach George Leasca for more information. Looking ahead, we are holding a charity game again this year. See the flyer below for details.

8 MBC GOYA FALL CAMP GOYA Fall Camp offers our Campers the faith, fun, and fellowship of summer camp packaged into a weekend retreat program. The weekend will be filled with cabin sessions, camp wide activities, worship, and for the first time a Sunday outing to Canobie Lake Park!

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14 Stewardship of Work: Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men (Colossisans 3:23). Please be sure to fill out your 2018 Pledge Card and return it to the Church Office. God loves a cheerful giver.

15 ST. SPYRIDON GREEK ORTHODOX CATHEDRAL BURN THE MORTGAGE CAMPAIGN Burn the Mortgage Committee Rev. Dr. Dimitrios Moraitis, Dean Demetrios Moschos, Chairman Georgia Parafestas, Parish Council President & Co-Chair Dr. Matthew Panagiotu, Co-Chair Janice Dionis Michael Dionis George Fotiades George Gourousis Celeste Moschos Nicholas Paleologos $1,450,000 $512, Pledged $323, Received Thank You! 3 Year Pledge Amount Annually Monthly $15,000 $5,000 $416 $3,000 $1,000 $83 $1,000 $333 $28 Total Cost of Family Center Renovation $4,100,000 Total raised by our community during first fund drive $2,650,000 Remaining Loan Balance to be paid $900,000 after August refinancing It s not too late to donate to the Burn the Mortgage Campaign! The Angel Board construction honoring those who have contributed to these efforts is in process and will be in place soon!

16 WEEK 2018 TOTAL 2018 STEWARDSHIP REPORT PLEDGES RECEIVED AVERAGE $ PER PLEDGE *GOAL STEWARDSHIP BUDGET 39 $ 221, $442 $310, *Goal amount includes the 2018 Stewardship Budget Receipts of $310, Funds reflect all monies received in We suggest you budget your Stewardship contribution as you would your monthly home expenses. Our Cathedral must meet the financial needs of its ministries and annual operating budget by way of our Christian Stewardship Program. It is everyone s responsibility to accept this honor and support our role as a