Saint Demetrios Church, Hammond, IN PUBLISH DATE: October 4, 2009

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's Second Letter to the Corinthians 6:16-18; 7:1

BRETHREN, you are the temple of the living God; as God said, "I will live in them and move among them, and I ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Luke 6:31-36
2nd Sunday of Luke

The Lord said, "And as you wish that men would do to you, do so to them. If you love those who ...Read Full Text >

Hierotheos, Bishop of Athens
October 4 ...Read Full Text >
Resurrectional Apolytikion Plagal of the Fourth Tone
From on high didst Thou descend, O Compassionate One; to burial of three days hast Thou submitted that Thou mightest free us from our passions. O our Life and Resurrection, Lord, glory be to Thee. - Translation by Holy Transfiguration Monastery

Kontakion
O Protection of Christians that cannot be put to shame, mediation unto the creator most constant: O despise not the voices of those who have sinned; but be quick, O good one, to come unto our aid, who in faith cry unto thee: Hasten to intercession and speed thou to make supplication, O thou who dost ever protect, O Theotokos, them that honor thee. - Translation by Holy Transfiguration Monastery
'But I say to you,' the Lord says, 'love your enemies; do good to those who hate you, pray for those who persecute  ...Read Full Text >
-St. Maximos the Confessor, Unknown, 7th century


Christians…should strive in all things and ought not to pass judgment of any kind on anyone, not on the prostitute  ...Read Full Text >
-St. Makarios the Great, Homilies 5.8, 4th century

Vespers
Saturdays, 5:00 p.m.
September--June
(please consult bulletins for changes)

Matins
Sundays: 8:15 a.m.
Weekday Feasts: 8:30 a.m.
(Christmas/New Year's Day: 9:00 a.m.)

Liturgy
Immediately following Orthros/Matins

Bible Study
Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.
September--June
(please consult bulletins for changes)

Parish Information
Saint Demetrios Church
7021-33 Hohman Avenue
Hammond, IN 46324

Phone: (219) 932-7347
Fax: (219) 932-7136
Website: www.stdemetrioshammond.org
Email: stdemhammond@sbcglobal.net

Proistamenos: Rev. Fr. David G. Bissias
Email: stdemhammond@sbcglobal.net

Other Parish Info
Special Services of Great Lent:
Sunday Evening Vespers of Compunction, 5:00 p.m.
Monday Great Compline, 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday Presanctifed Divine Liturgy, 6:30 p.m.
Friday Salutations (Charetismoi), 7:00 p.m.

 
September 28, 2009
Archpastoral Reflections by Archbishop Demetrios
We continue our reflections on the theme "Gather My People to My Home" by focusing on the challenging task of gathering those who are struggling with deep and serious questions about life and God. In previous reflections we have addressed our calling to gather both "disconnected" Orthodox ...Read Full Text >

October 2, 2009
Encyclical of Archbishop Demetrios for National Leadership 100 Sunday - October 18, 2009

Protocol 92/09

October 18, 2009
National Leadership 100 Sunday

Let us not grow weary in doing what is good,
for in due season we shall reap. (Galatians 6:9)

To the Most Reverend Priests and Deacons, the Monks and Nuns, the Presidents and Members of the Parish ...Read Full Text >
Parish Council Election Nominations Open
Nominations for Parish Council elections are open today following services. Nominations by sign-up will remain open until Sunday, October 25 at 1:00 p.m.

A list of qualifications and requirements is posted with the sign-up sheet across from our Bookstore. All candidates must attend the Parish ...Read Full Text >

Cancer Resource Centre Walk & Fun Run
Our Philoptochos will be participating today in the Cancer Resource Centre Walk & Fun Run in Munster at 1 pm.

Saint Demetrios Feastday Bruch
Please join your Saint Demetrios Family for Brunch in the Mediterranean Room immediately following Divine Liturgy on Sunday, October 25th. Brunch includes eggs, bacon, sausage, potatoes, fruit, ham, beef and lots more! Tickets will be available in advance on Sunday, October 11th and 18th. Adults: $20.00  ...Read Full Text >

Orthodox Christianity 101: Basic Training
Begining Monday, October 19, join us for this adult religious education class on the basic teachings of the Church, from the creation of the world to the end of time (and everything in between). We will be meeting on the second and fourth Mondays of each month.

Orthodox Mentoring: Sponsors in the Faith
We need your help in bringing people to faith in Jesus Christ! Sponsors for adult converts to the faith and prospective Godparents for the newly baptized have a special role in the life of the Church, and it requires training to do it right! Open to all persons 18 years and older, join us monthly to learn ...Read Full Text >

Fall Fest Crafters Wanted
We are seeking a limited number of “crafters” for our Fall Fest on Saturday, November 21st. We would love to find them within our Parish or friends of Parishioners. Please contact Carole Yarovsky or Kris Sakelaris if you or a friend would like to reserve a table ($30) and sell your Holiday Gifts or Crafts.

Bible Study Scheduling
Our Searching the Scriptures Bible Study meets twice monthly this year. Due to scheduling conflicts, we will be meeting on the following dates in October: Thursday, Oct. 15 AND Thursday, Oct. 29, starting at 7:00 p.m.

In November we will return to our normal schedule, the first and third Thursday ...Read Full Text >

2009 Stewardship
As of October 2, 2009:

267 Stewardship Pledges received
$181,003.00 total pledged
$677.92 average

84 increased pledges from 2008
38 decreased pledges from 2008
110 unchanged pledges from 2008
35 new stewardship units (not pledged 2008)

There are approximately 90 ...Read Full Text >
DURING THE WEEK...

We fast this week on Wednesday and Friday as usual.

Monday, October 5
7:00 p.m. Orthodoxy 101 (Session 1 repeat)

Tuesday, October 6
7:00 p.m. Philoptochos Meeting

Wednesday, October 7
7:00 p.m. Parish Council Meeting

Thursday, October 8
(Office open from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.)
7:00 p.m. Orthodox Mentoring

Saturday, October 10
4:00 p.m. JOY/HOPE Pumpkin Patch Outing

Sunday, October 11
Sunday of the 7th Ecumenical Council
8:15 a.m. Divine Services
Previous Saint Demetrios Church Bulletins
Publish Date:September 27, 2009
Publish Date:September 20, 2009
Publish Date:September 13, 2009
Publish Date:September 6, 2009
 
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