Saint Demetrios Church, Hammond, IN PUBLISH DATE: October 11, 2009

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's Letter to Titus 3:8-15

TITUS, my son, the saying is sure. I desire you to insist on these things, so that those who have believed in ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Luke 8:5-15
Sunday of the 7th Ecumenical Council

The Lord said this parable: "A sower went out to sow his seed; and as he sowed, some fell along ...Read Full Text >

Sunday of the 7th Ecumenical Council
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Resurrectional Apolytikion First Tone
When the stone had been sealed by the Jews and the soldiers were guarding Thine immaculate Body, Thou didst arise on the third day, O Saviour, granting life unto the world. Wherefore, the powers of the Heavens cried out to Thee, O Lifegiver: Glory to Thy Resurrection, O Christ. Glory to Thy Kingdom. Glory to Thy dispensation, O only Friend of man. - Translation by Holy Transfiguration Monastery

Apolytikion for Sunday of the 7th Ecumenical Council
Most glorified art Thou, O Christ our God, Who hast established our Fathers as luminous stars upon the earth, and through them didst guide us all to the true Faith. O Most Merciful One, 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

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.

 
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 >

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 >

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 9, 2009:

270 Stewardship Pledges received
$182,243.00 total pledged
$674.98 average

86 increased pledges from 2008
38 decreased pledges from 2008
111 unchanged pledges from 2008
35 new stewardship units (not pledged 2008)

There are approximately 85 ...Read Full Text >
Archbishop Demetrios Appoints Bishop Andonios of Phasiane New Chancellor of the Archdiocese

October 7, 2009
Archbishop Demetrios of America, in consultation with the Holy Eparchial Synod, has appointed His Grace, Bishop Andonios of Phasiane to be the Chancellor of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, effective October 1, 2009. ...Read Full Text >

Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew's Visit to the United States

October 2, 2009
His All Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew will arrive in New Orleans, on Oct. 20 to begin his Apostolic and Patriarchal Visit to the United States. ...Read Full Text >
DURING THE WEEK...

We fast as usual this week on Wednesday and Friday.

Wednesday, October 14
7:00 p.m. Area Choir Federation Rehearsal

Thursday, October 15
7:00 p.m. Bible Study

Saturday, October 17
3:00 p.m. Parish Leadership Seminar

Sunday, October 18
Feast of the Evangelist Luke
8:15 a.m. Divine Services
Previous Saint Demetrios Church Bulletins
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