Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church, Orange, CT PUBLISH DATE: March 11, 2012

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's Letter to the Hebrews 1:10-14; 2:1-3

"IN THE BEGINNING, you O Lord, didst found the earth, and the heavens are the work of thy hands; they will ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Mark 2:1-12
Sunday of St. Gregory Palamas

At that time, Jesus entered Capernaum and it was reported that he was at home. And many were ...Read Full Text >

Sunday of St. Gregory Palamas
March 11 ...Read Full Text >

Sophronios, Patriarch of Jerusalem
March 11 ...Read Full Text >

Christodoulos the Wonderworker of Patmos
March 16 ...Read Full Text >

Saint Patrick, the Enlightener of Ireland
March 17 ...Read Full Text >

Resurrectional Apolytikion Plagal of the Second Tone
O Christ, the angelic powers appeared at Your tomb, the guards were as dead, and Mary stood by the sepulcher, 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! - Copyright Narthex Press, used by permission. All rights reserved

Apolytikion for Sunday of St. Gregory Palamas
O Gregory the Miracle Worker, light of Orthodoxy, support and teacher of the Church, comeliness of Monastics, invincible defender of theologians, the pride of Thessalonica, and preacher of grace, intercede forever that our souls may be saved. - Copyright Narthex Press, used by permission. All rights reserved

Apolytikion of the Church
Let us praise the most honorable Barbara. She thwarted the enemy's power, and through the might and strength of the Cross, she was made free in her flight to God.

Kontakion
To you, Theotokos, invincible Defender, having been delivered from peril, I, your city, dedicate the victory festival as a thank offering. In your irresistible might, keep me safe from all trials, that I may call out to you: "Hail, unwedded bride!" - Copyright Narthex Press, used by permission. All rights reserved

Forasmuch then as they had evinced so great faith, He also evinces His own power ... He healed first that which is  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 29 on Matthew 9, 1. B#54, pp. 195, 196, 4th Century


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, CT 06477

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

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

 

Parish-wide Informational Session Next Sunday
On Sunday, March 18th, the Parish Council will be holding a parish-wide informational session following the Divine Liturgy. All parishioners are encouraged to attend. The informational session will last 20-30 minutes and will cover on the Parish Council's long-range, strategic planning initiative for the ...Read Full Text >

New Web Site for our District and Regional Events
The new Archdiocesan District web site is now online at http://ny.goarch.org and contains regional news, events, and information, and programs in our Archdiocesan District.

Archbishop Demetrios` Visit Postponed
Due to a scheduling conflict, Archbishop Demetrios` pastoral visit to our community has been postponed.

Parish News and Events
Sunday, March 11
Sunday of St. Gregory Palamas
Orthros...8:30 a.m.
Divine Liturgy...9:30 a.m.
Sunday School...9:45 a.m.
Sunday School Teachers Meeting...12:00 noon

Monday, March 12
Great Compline Service...6:00 p.m.
Parish Council Meeting...7:00 p.m.

Wednesday,
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Holy Trinity Chapel Update
The Holy Trinity Chapel construction is proceeding beautifully. The exterior siding, electrical work, and insulation are almost finished. The chapel`s construction costs were generously underwritten by the Holy Trinity community of Ansonia and the Vartelas family. We will be sending a photo update soon to ...Read Full Text >

Free Smoke Alarms for Residents of Orange
The Town of Orange Fire Marshal`s Office is giving away free smoke detectors to any resident of the Town of Orange. Detectors will be provided and installed free of charge by the Fire Marshal`s Office. The goal of this program is to prevent the loss of life and injuries caused by fire. To arrange for your ...Read Full Text >

Mark your Calendars
Upcoming retreats and lectures:

March 17, 2012: St. John Chrysostom Oratorical Festival

March 24, 2012: G.O.Y.A. Scavenger Hunt at Rockefeller Center/Radio City

March 25, 2012: Greek Language School Program Annual Celebration and Luncheon

March 25, 2012: Greek
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Stewardship 2012 Update
Our 2012 Stewardship goal: $350,000. As of March 2, 2012:
Pledges Received: 298
Total Amount Pledged $141,809.40.
While a stewardship report is given at every General Assembly, the Parish Council wishes to keep parishioners updated regularly. Therefore, we are publishing this stewardship
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Our Parish Calendar is now Online!
The entire St. Barbara Calendar is now online. You can view the current calendar from our web site at: http://www.saintbarbara.org/news/calendar

Do you have a mobile phone or are you using Outlook or iCal? Then you can instantly add St. Barbara as one of your calendars and instantly get all the
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Consider sponsoring Coffee Hour
Consider being a sponsor for our Coffee Fellowship, which takes place after Church services every Sunday. To become a sponsor, please contact Lea in the Church Office.

St. Barbara Bookstore is now online!
The St. Barbara Religious Bookstore is now online. Thousands of products including books, icons, CDs, and more are available. Items are shipped directly to your home. Simply copy and paste this fully link to visit our online store.

http://bit.ly/stbarbarabookstore

The St. Barbara online
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Gift Card Orders are Ready for Pickup During Coffee Hour
Parishioners who placed orders for gift cards including Stop and Shop, Starbucks, iTunes, Target, Shop Rite, etc. may pickup their orders following the Divine Liturgy during Coffee Hour. Proceeds from gift card purchases directly benefit our St. Barbara community.

Join our St. Barbara Facebook Page
St. Barbara is on Facebook! Be sure to join the official Facebook page for St. Barbara at: http://www.facebook.com/stbarbaragoc

How Your Weekly Shopping can Support St. Barbara
Did you know that your daily cup of coffee or shopping for groceries, clothing, or even dining out can benefit St. Barbara? Stop by our "Scrip" booth every Sunday During Coffee hour and purchase gift cards for your favorites such as Stop and Shop, Starbucks, L.L. Bean, Dunkin Donuts, Mobile Gas, Target, ...Read Full Text >

Applications now available for The Christos and Georgia Trakatellis Fellowship

March 6, 2012
Applications for the 2012-2013 academic year are now available from the Archdiocese for The Christos and Georgia Trakatellis Fellowship and the deadline is April 20, 2012.  ...Read Full Text >

2012-2013 Scholarship Applications Available

March 2, 2012
Applications and instructions for the three scholarships administered by the Chancellor’s Office of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, are now available for awards to be made for the 2012-2013 academic year. ...Read Full Text >

Ecumenical Patriarch Issues Catechetical Homily for Holy and Great Lent

February 24, 2012
In recent times, we observe an elevated level of concern. Many challenges arise. The world is suffering and yearns for help. Indeed, we are going through a general test. Some people call it a financial decline; others refer to it as a political crisis. So far as we are concerned, it is a matter of spiritual perversion. And a solution exists. Many resolutions are proposed and numerous viewpoints are heard. Yet, the problems persist. People feel deserted and alone. Their deeper nature is ignored. They remain in the gloom of confusion and depression. ...Read Full Text >

Previous Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church Bulletins
Publish Date:March 4, 2012
Publish Date:February 26, 2012
Publish Date:February 17, 2012
Publish Date:February 12, 2012
Publish Date:February 5, 2012
 
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