Sunday Bulletin. Saint Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral. 22 nd of July th Sunday of Matthew. God s people, serving God s people

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1 Sunday Bulletin 22 nd of July th Sunday of Matthew God s people, serving God s people Saint Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral 1324 South Normandie Avenue, Los Angeles, Office: Fax: Very Reverend Father John S. Bakas, Dean Reverend Father Allan Boyd, Assistant Priest

2 CALENDAR FOR THIS WEEK Sunday, July 22 nd Orthros :15am Studies in the Faith..9:15am Memorials..9:45am Divine Liturgy :00am Monday, July 23 rd Bible Studies with Father John: Women s Bible Study. closed for the summer Men s Bible Study... closed for the summer Bible Study in the Faith... closed for the summer Wednesday, July 25 th Hellenic Academy (Adults).closed for the summer Bible Study with Father Allan..closed for the summer Thursday, July 26 th Catechism with Father Allan..closed for the summer Friday, July 27 th Saint Panteleimon Orthros :30am Liturgy.....9:30am Saturday, July 28 th Hellenic Academy (PreK 6)..closed for the summer Hellenic Academy (Adults).closed for the summer Coffee hour in the Huffington Center Maniatakos Fellowship Hall Coffee Hour sponsored in loving memory of Michael Boukidis EPISTLE READER... Loula Moschonas 2

3 DAILY VITAMINS FOR SPIRITUAL GROWTH 3

4 MEMORIALS Michael Boukidis - 25 Years Frances Athanasios Eleni Constantine Chris Frances Nicholas Elizabeth Peter Caleroi Demetrios Penelope Demetra Vasilios Cleopatra Thomas G. Paul Panagiota Alexandra Constantine Margaret Epaminondas George Antigione Nafseka Athanasia Sotiri Stavroula Vasiliki Vasilios Helen Callas - 1 Year ALTAR CANDLES Both sides offered in loving memory of Helen Callas by her family COFFEE HOUR Sponsored in loving memory of Michael Boukidis by his children and grandchildren CYPRUS REMEMBERED Following today s Divine Liturgy, a Memorial Service and Commemoration of the 38 th Turkish invasion of Cyprus will be offered for the repose of the fallen. This Service will remind us of the tragic events of 1974 that took place on that beautiful island Republic. We honor the memory of those who died defending their country, or fell victims to that brutal attack. This memorial service has been organized by the Greek Orthodox Holy Metropolis of San Francisco and the Honorary Consul General of Cyprus in Southern California, Mr. Andreas Kyprianides. Similar services will also be held at other local Greek Orthodox Churches. Please remember Cyprus and attend this important Memorial Service. May their memory be eternal 4

5 Υμνος ΑΝΑΣΤΑΣΙΜΑ ΑΠΟΛΥΤΙΚΙΑ Ηχος πλ β Τροπαριον του Ναου, Ηχος πλ δ Ευλογητος ει Χριστε ο Θεος ημων, ο πανσοφους του αλιεις αναδειξας, καταπεμψας αυτοις το Πνευμα το Αγιον, και δι αυτων την οικουμενην σαγηνευσας, φιλανθρωπε, δοξα σοι. ΚΟΝΤΑΚΙΟΝ Ηχος β 5

6 HYMNS OF THE DAY The Resurrection Apolytikion, Sixth Tone O Christ, the angelic powers appeared at Your tomb, the guards were as dead, and Mary stood by the grave, seeking Your sacred body. You destroyed Hades yet remained untouched by it. You encountered the Virgin and, through her, bestowed Life. Glory to You who has risen from the dead! First Tone O revered Mary Magdalene, you followed Christ who was born for us of a Virgin, keeping His laws and commandments. Wherefore, celebrating your most holy memory today, we praise you in faith and honor you in fervor. Troparion of Saint Sophia (Holy Wisdom) - Eighth Tone Blessed are You O Christ our God, Who as all wise the fishermen You showed forth; By sending your Holy Spirit down upon them and through them the universe You drew unto your net. O lover of mankind Glory to You. Kondakion Second Tone Champion of Christians not put to shame, advocate before the Maker always steadfast, do not spurn sinners voices raised in prayer. In your goodness respond to bring help to us who devoutly petition you. Hasten your intercession and urgently make entreaty; for you unfailingly defend, Theotokos, those who honor you. 6

7 ΕΠΙΣΤΟΛΗ Πρὸς Ρωμαίους 15:1-7 Ἀδελφοί, ὀφείλομεν δὲ ἡμεῖς οἱ δυνατοὶ τὰ ἀσθενήματα τῶν ἀδυνάτων βαστάζειν, καὶ μὴ ἑαυτοῖς ἀρέσκειν. Ἕκαστος ἡμῶν τῷ πλησίον ἀρεσκέτω εἰς τὸ ἀγαθὸν πρὸς οἰκοδομήν. Καὶ γὰρ ὁ Χριστὸς οὐχ ἑαυτῷ ἤρεσεν, ἀλλά, καθὼς γέγραπται, Οἱ ὀνειδισμοὶ τῶν ὀνειδιζόντων σε ἐπέπεσον ἐπ ἐμέ. Ὅσα γὰρ προεγράφη, εἰς τὴν ἡμετέραν διδασκαλίαν προεγράφη, ἵνα διὰ τῆς ὑπομονῆς καὶ διὰ τῆς παρακλήσεως τῶν γραφῶν τὴν ἐλπίδα ἔχωμεν. Ὁ δὲ θεὸς τῆς ὑπομονῆς καὶ τῆς παρακλήσεως δῴη ὑμῖν τὸ αὐτὸ φρονεῖν ἐν ἀλλήλοις κατὰ Χριστὸν Ἰησοῦν ἵνα ὁμοθυμαδὸν ἐν ἑνὶ στόματι δοξάζητε τὸν θεὸν καὶ πατέρα τοῦ κυρίου ἡμῶν Ἰησοῦ Χριστοῦ. Διὸ προσλαμβάνεσθε ἀλλήλους, καθὼς καὶ ὁ Χριστὸς προσελάβετο ὑμᾶς, εἰς δόξαν θεοῦ. 7

8 EPISTLE READING Let Us Attend.. Verse: O Lord, save your people and bless your inheritance. To you, O Lord, have I cried O my God. Wisdom.. The Reading is from Saint Paul s Letter to the Romans 15: 1-7 Let us be Attentive.. 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 your Lord Jesus Christ. Welcome one another, therefore, as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God. 8

9 GOSPEL READING The Reading is from Matthew 9:27-35 At that time, as Jesus passed on from there, 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. 9

10 St. Sophia Festival Cookbook COMMUNITY NEWS It s Cookbook Time! It s also time to plan the festival. That includes a new printing of our famous flip cookbook. Do you have favorite or traditional recipes you want to share? This is a great way to pass on those recipes and it is easy. The cookbook includes everything from yummy appetizers to delectable desserts. We can't wait to add your recipes to our collection. Please your recipes to Ava Angeletopoulos (A2the3@hotmail.com) or give a copy to Bertha Angels. ******************************************* NEED PROSFORO We request offerings of Prosforo for the cathedral anytime within the next several weeks. ******************************************* SAINT SOPHIA BOOKSTORE Stop by the St Sophia Book Store and Gift Shop to find the perfect gift for that special occasion, or to thoughtfully offer encouragement to someone struggling. We have gifts for Weddings, Baptisms, new Mothers, Housewarming, honoring someone's loving Christ-like leadership, someone commuting long distance, someone sick or recovering in the hospital, someone struggling through difficult times, or for someone who has found their way back to the church. Ask Bill Striglos, or any other volunteer working behind the counter, for gift suggestions. ******************************************* SAINT SOPHIA CAMP NEWS We need female counselors!! You may register on the camp website: stsophiacamp.org/signup/ for: Session I 7/29 thru 8/4 and/or Session II 8/4 thru 8/11 You must be at least 18 years of age.. Don t hesitate! It s fun!! 10

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15 For those who are sick or suffering St. James advises us, If anyone among you is sick, let him call for the elders of the Church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer of faith will save the sick, and the Lord will raise him up. And if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven. (James 5:13-14) Ensuring that St Sophia s parishioners continue to be cared-for and prayed-for, please list names below of those in our midst that need prayer. Feel free to request the personal prayer of one of our priests after services, or to schedule this with one our priests during St Sophia Cathedral s office hours. As you request prayer, you may also wish to make an offering to Saint Sophia s Altar Fund. Label: For the health of PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY: Please submit this form to: Saint Sophia Cathedral Office 1324 S Normandie Ave. Los Angeles CA

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