Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church, Orange, Connecticut PUBLISH DATE: February 29, 2004

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's Letter to the Hebrews 11:24-26,32-40

Brethren, by faith Moses, when he was grown up, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh's...

Gospel Reading
John 1:43-51
Sunday of Orthodoxy

At that time, Jesus decided to go to Galilee. And he found Philip and said to him, "Follow me."...

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Saint John Cassian the Roman, abbot
February 29

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Resurrectional Apolytikion
The women disciples of the Lord heard from the angel, the joyful news of the Resurrection and the...

Festal Apolytikion
O Christ our God, begging forgiveness of our sins, we venerate Your Pure Image, O Good One. Of your...

Apolytikion of the Church
Let us praise the most honorable Barbara. She thwarted the enemy's power, and though the might and...

Kontakion
To you, Theotokos, invincible Defender, having been delivered from peril, I, your city, dedicate...

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The Kingdom of Heaven lies before us, everlasting fire has been prepared. Someone will ask, how can we escape the fire, how can we enter into the Kingdom? “I was hungry,” He says, “and you gave me to eat; I was thirsty and you gave me to drink; I was a stranger and you took me in; naked and you covered me; sick and you visited me; I was in prison and you came to see me.” (Matt. 25:35,36). If these words describe your conduct, you will reign with Him; if not you will be condemned. Therefore, begin now to act thus; persevere in the faith, let your good deeds shine before men so Christ will be honored, put on an incorruptible garment, bright with good works…



-Saint Cyril of Jerusalem

Matins

Sunday 8:30 a.m.
Weekdays 9:00 a.m.

Liturgy

Sunday 9:45 a.m.
Weekdays 10:00 a.m.

Bible Study

Wednesday 6:00 p.m.

Parish Information

Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church
480 Racebrook Road
Orange, Connecticut 06477

Phone: (203) 795-1347
Fax: (203) 795-1348
Website: http://www.saintbarbara.org/
Email: church@saintbarbara.org

Proistamenos: Rev. Fr. Peter J. Orfanakos
Email: church@saintbarbara.org

 
The Meaning of The Sunday of Orthodoxy
Rev. Peter J. Orfanakos, February 29, 2004
On the first Sunday of Lent, the Orthodox world celebrates the triumph of truth over heresy and error. On this day, in the year 843 A.D. the Church celebrated the restoration of icons after the Iconoclastic controversy. In 730, Leo III, the Emperor of Byzantium issued a decree that all icons be destroyed and their use banned. He felt that their misuse might lead to idolatry. This...

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February 1, 2004
The Spiritual Fruits of Great Lent
Foremost among these fruits is the restorative peace of God that fills our hearts when we focus upon Him. The peace of God is our remedy to all the barriers that potentially stand in our way of attaining a closer communion...

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Encyclical of Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew for Holy and Great Lent

February 19, 2004
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Archpastoral Encyclical for Holy and Great Lent 2004

February 25, 2004
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SCOBA Encyclical for the Sunday of Orthodoxy 2004

February 19, 2004
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Ionian Village Summer Travel Camp Announces Travel Dates for Summer 2004

February 25, 2004
Ionian Village registration for Summer 2004 is now open! For over 30 years, the summer travel abroad camp program of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America has offered teenagers and young adult participants an opportunity to gain a broader experience of their Orthodox Faith and Hellenic Culture. During the sixteen-day session, participants reside at the Ionian Village campsite on the coast of the Ionian Sea. They are immersed in their Orthodox faith and Greek culture while meeting new friends from across the United States. Ionian Village is unique in its nature, as it allows campers not only to take part in an exceptional and unique Orthodox camping program, but also allows them to experience first–hand the history, life and teaching of the Orthodox Christian Church as they embark on a pilgrimage throughout Greece....

IOCC, Ethiopian Orthodox Church, U.S. Sign Agreement to Fight AIDS

February 25, 2004
In an agreement described as historic, International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC) and the Ethiopian Orthodox Church have launched a new partnership to fight AIDS in Ethiopia....

Conference of Orthodox Bishops Launches New Web Site and Listserv

February 20, 2004
The Standing Conference of Canonical Orthodox Bishops in the Americas (SCOBA) has launched a new web site that offers information on the canonical Orthodox jurisdictions with links to their web sites, as well as SCOBA news and events, agency information, and resources from SCOBA commissions and consultations....

Gioles and Malta Scholarship Applications Available On-Line

February 20, 2004
Applications are being accepted for scholarships to be awarded from George and Naouma (Gioule) Gioles Scholarship Fund of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. The Gioles Scholarship Fund was established in 1997 with a generous gift in memory of George and Naouma Gioles. At least three scholarships of $1500.00 each will be awarded for the 2004-05 academic year. ...

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The March Ministry Now Available in Full Color
The March Edition of our monthly newsletter ‘The Ministry’ is available in full color on-line. Please visit our website and read our...

Pan Orthodox Vespers
The Pan-Orthodox Vespers celebrating the Sunday of Orthodoxy will take place on Sunday, February 29, 2004 at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox...

Saint Barbara 2004 Stewardship Pledge Cards Have Been Mailed
The Stewardship Pledge Cards for 2004 have been mailed. Please give dedicated and sacrificial attention to completing and signing your...

Philoptochos Blood Drive
The Ladies Philoptochos of Saint Barbara Announces their Annual Red Cross Blood Drive which is being held in honor of Despina (Day)...

Philotochos Lenten Luncheon
The Saint Barbara Philoptochos Invites you to attend their Annual Lenten Luncheon on Sunday, March 21, 2004 immediately following the...

Responsibly Raising Responsible Children: The Teenage Years
The Saint Barbara Philoptochos Society Presents a Special Lecture For Parents, Grandparents and Guardians
RESPONSIBLY RAISING...

Philotochos Fashion Show
The Philoptochos of Saint Barbara Announces their annual Fashion Show which will take place on Saturday, March 27, 2004 at 12 noon at The...

Theology on Tap
Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church Announces Its Next Installment Of Theology on Tap
“Orthodoxy and The Saints”
With Special Guest -...

Golden Years Trip to Broadway - Fiddler On The Roof
The Golden Years Group of Saint Barbara has made arrangements to travel to New York City on Wednesday, June 30, 2004 to take in a Broadway...

Golden Years Trip to Broadway - The Boy Form Oz
The Golden Years Group of Saint Barbara has made arrangements to once again travel to New York City on Wednesday, August 8, 2004 to take in...

Used Car Donation Program
Thinking of Donating Your Old Car To Charity?

Why not donate it to Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church As A Tax Deductible...

Printer Cartfidge Recycling Program
Don’t Throw Out Your Used Printer Cartridges! Saint Barbara has partnered with the GreenFund Network to create a unique fund-raising...

Saint Barbara eNews: Subscribe Today!
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Would you Like To Sponsor the Coffee Fellowship
Coffee Fellowship following church services every Sunday is now being sponsored by individual families in the community. Those interested...

Saint Barbara Book and Icon Store
Please come and see the new icon of the Blessed White Angel written by the blessed hand of our own Roula Kariofyllis and also handmade...

Previous Week’s Services Available On-Line
Have you ever tried to remember the exact passage that you heard in Sunday’s Epistle or Gospel Lesson after you have returned from Church...

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