Panagia Pantovasilissa, Lexington, KY PUBLISH DATE: July 20, 2008

Epistle Reading
St. James' Universal Letter 5:10-20BRETHREN, take as an example of suffering and patience the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord. Behold, we ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Matthew 8:28-34; 9:1
5th Sunday of Matthew

At that time, when Jesus came to the other side, to the country of the Gergesenes, two demoniacs ...Read Full Text >

5th Sunday of Matthew
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Elias the Prophet
July 20 ...Read Full Text >
Resurrectional Apolytikion Fourth Tone
Amen. When the tidings of the resurrection from the glorious angel was proclaimed unto the women disciples and our ancestral sentence also had been abolished to the Apostles with the boasting did they proclaim that death is vanquished ever more and Christ Our God has risen from the dead and granted to the world His great mercy. - Translation from Green Hymnal

Apolytikion for Elias the Prophet
The incarnate Angel, the Cornerstone of the Prophets, the second Forerunner of the Coming of Christ, the glorious Elias (Elijah), who from above, sent down to Elisha the grace to dispel sickness and cleanse lepers, abounds therefore in healing for those who honor him. -Translation by Narthex Press

Apolytikion of the Church
Your Birth o Theotokos, brought joy to the whole world. For from you rose the Sun of Righteousness, Christ our God. He canceled the curse and poured forth His grace: He vanquished death and granted us eternal life.

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
One, to teach them that are delivered from those wicked tyrants, how great the malice of their insidious enemies:  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 28 on Matthew 8, 4th Century


Through the toil of prayer and the anguish of your heart commune with those who are grieved at heart, and the  ...Read Full Text >
-St. Isaac of Syria, Unknown, 7th century


But the head of every good endeavor and the guiding force of right actions is perseverance in prayer. By means of  ...Read Full Text >
-St. Makarios the Great, Homilies 40.2, in Spiritual Homilies, 4th century

Vespers
Saturday 5:00 p.m.

Matins
Sunday 9:00 a.m.

Liturgy
Sunday 10:00 a.m.

Parish Information
Panagia Pantovasilissa
920 Tates Creek Road
Lexington, KY 40502-2203

Phone: (859) 266-1921
Fax: (859) 266-1921
Website: http://panagia.ky.goarch.org/
Email: FatherWilson@juno.com

Proistamenos: Rev. Fr. George Wilson
Email: FatherWilson@juno.com

Other Parish Info
Paraklesis 6:30 p.m 3rd Wednesday of the month

 
COFFEE FELLOWSHIP
There’s a new COFFEE FELLOWSHIP SIGN UP SHEET downstairs. There are quite a few openings throughout the remainder of the year. Remember, you don’t have to do it alone! Often a couple of individuals or families offer a Fellowship together. Please sign up today to offer a Coffee Fellowship.




CHURCH SCHOOL STAFF NEEDED
If you are interested in participating in our Church School ministry, please speak with either Father George or Presbytera Harriet. Church School Classes will resume in September after the festival. There will be a meeting and a workshop in August.



DANCE COSTUMES
This year the Church would like to invest in professionally made DANCE COSTUMES for the Hellenic Dancers in the High School group. We are asking for donations for this project – for more information please speak with Chris Eliopoulos.



GREEK FESTIVAL
The GREEK FESTIVAL is right around the corner and there is a lot of work to be accomplished. Please take a look at the sign up sheet on the bulletin board at the foot of the main stairway near the rest rooms downstairs. Festival Chair Sandra Scalos is asking for helpers to sign up. Also, if you have items ...Read Full Text >

PARISH 60TH ANNIVERSARY
Mark your calendars from now for our PARISH 60TH ANNIVERSARY Weekend Celebration as we host His Eminence metropolitan Nicholas. Friday through Sunday, October 31 through November 2. Details will be forthcoming after the Festival in August.




GROCERY STORE FUNDRAISERS
Please continue to support our GROCERY STORE FUNDRAISERS at Meijer and Krogers. For details speak with Nick Douglas.



CONFESSION
Please call Father George for an appointment.
Keynote Address of His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios of America for the 39th Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress

July 14, 2008
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Patriarchal Message for the Opening of the 39th Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress

July 14, 2008
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Keynote Address of Archbishop Demetrios Highlights Opening Ceremonies of the 39th Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress

July 14, 2008
The official opening of the 39th Biennial Clergy-Laity Conference of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America was held this morning at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel. The event began a full day of committee and organizational meetings and workshops. The highlight of the opening was the keynote address of His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios of America who spoke on the progress of the Archdiocese over the past two years and on the needs, challenges and opportunities for ministry that are presented to Orthodox parishes and faithful. ...Read Full Text >

Young Adults Conclude Weekend of Worship, Fellowship, and Commitment to Service at National Conference

July 14, 2008
Over 200 young adults from throughout the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America gathered this past weekend in Washington, DC for the National Young Adult Conference. The conference began on Thursday, July 10 with a Chesapeake Bay Crab Feast hosted by the Saint Katherine Greek Orthodox Church in Falls Church, Virginia. The event continued on Friday at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel with a morning Divine Liturgy and special workshops related to the conference theme “Doers of the Word.” On Friday afternoon the participants had the opportunity for an open discussion with His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios of America. ...Read Full Text >

Divine Liturgy and Memorial for Archbishop Michael Inaugurate 39th Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress

July 13, 2008
Over 1100 faithful gathered on Sunday morning, July 13 for the Hierarchical Divine Liturgy at Saint Sophia Cathedral in Washington, DC to begin the 39th Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios of America led the service which included a memorial service for Archbishop Michael of North and South America who fell asleep in the Lord on July 13, 1958. ...Read Full Text >

Nikki Stephanopoulos Retires After 25 Years of Devoted Service

July 10, 2008
Archbishop Demetrios of America announced today that Presvytera Nikki Stephanopoulos will retire from her current position August 1, 2008, after more than 25 years of faithful and fruitful service to the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. Presvytera Nikki will continue to provide her insightful and valuable services to the Church and assist its ministry through special projects.  ...Read Full Text >

Ecumenical Patriarchate's Rights Vindicated by European Court of Human Rights

July 9, 2008
The European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg, France unanimously ruled yesterday July 8, in favor of the rights of the Ecumenical Patriarchate, specifically as to its historic Orphanage on the island of Pringepos. The Court ruled that the Ecumenical Patriarchate, which had purchased the property with its own funds in 1902, was the rightful owner of the property, which ownership was not affected by subsequent legislation and actions involving charitable foundations. ...Read Full Text >

Archbishop Demetrios Receives the Highest Honor of the Hellenic Republic, Meets with Prime Minister Kostas Karamanlis and Key Members of the Greek Government

July 3, 2008
The President of the Hellenic Republic Mr. Karolos Papoulias bestowed upon His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios of America the Great Cross of the Order of the Phoenix, the highest honorary distinction of the Hellenic Republic. The presentation took place during the Archbishop’s visit to the Presidential Palace, July 1, and his meeting with President Papoulias.  ...Read Full Text >
 
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