Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas PUBLISH DATE: March 16, 2008

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 daughter, choosing ...Read Full Text >

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." ...Read Full Text >

Sunday of Orthodoxy
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Savinos the Martyr of Egypt
March 16 ...Read Full Text >

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

Alexios the Man of God
March 17 ...Read Full Text >

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

Cyril, Patriarch of Jerusalem
March 18 ...Read Full Text >

James the Confessor
March 21 ...Read Full Text >
Resurrectional Apolytikion
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 Orthodoxy
We worship Thine immaculate icon, O Good One, asking the forgiveness of our failings, O Christ our God; for of Thine own will Thou wast well-pleased to ascend the Cross in the flesh, that Thou mightest deliver from slavery to the enemy those whom Thou hadst fashioned. Wherefore, we cry to Thee thankfully: Thou didst fill all things with joy, O our Saviour, when Thou camest to save the world. - Translation by Holy Transfiguration Monastery

Apolytikion of the Church
Today is the fountainhead of our salvation and the manifestation of the mystery which was from eternity. The Son of God becometh the Virgin's Son, and Gabriel announceth the good tidings of grace; for this cause, let us cry to the Mother of God with him: Rejoice, thou who art full of grace, the Lord is with thee.

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!" - Translation by Narthex Press
Peter, when after so many miracles and such high doctrine he confessed that, "Thou art the Son of God" (Matt.  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 21 on John 1, 1. B#58, pp. 72, 73, 4th Century


... while Nathanael, though he said the very same thing before seeing or hearing either miracles or doctrine, had  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 21 on John 1, 1. B#58, pp. 72, 73, 4th Century

Matins
8:30 a.m.

Liturgy
10:00 a.m.

Bible Study
ORTHODOXY 101

The Classes will be held every Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall and a light meal will be provided.

Basic Orthodoxy Topics are discussed for the benefit of people who want to find out more about our Faith, or are wishing to become Orthodox Christians in the near future, or joined the Church in the past and now want to learn more.

All are welcome!

Parish Information
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church
West Street
P. O. Box N-823
Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas

Phone: 242-328-2110 Local Contact #
Website: www.annunciation.bs.goarch.org
Email: pmaillis@annunciation.bs.goarch.org

Proistamenos: Father Teodor Bita
Email: frtedbita@annunciation.bs.goarch.org

Other Parish Info
Sunday School

All classes immediately following Holy Communion.

Senior Class: grades 8-11
Junior Class: grades 5-7
Middle Class: grades 2-4
Elementary Class: grades K-1

Nursery: Pre-K and under

 
March 16, 2008
Encyclical of SCOBA for the Feast of the Sunday of Orthodoxy
“The honor rendered to the icon ascends to the Prototype.”
- St. Basil the Great, “On the Holy Spirit”

The Hierarchs of the Standing Conference
of the Canonical Orthodox Bishops in the Americas

To all the Clergy and the Laity of the Holy Orthodox ...Read Full Text >
PHILOPTOCHOS MEETING AND TEA:
The Philoptochos Meeting will be held at the home of Patricia Maillis this coming Sunday at 3:30pm. Everyone is invited!



MEMORIAL SERVICES
This Sunday the Papageorge Family will be hosting the coffee hour for the Memorial of...

+ George Papageorge (3 years)
and
+ Constantinos Mariellos (13 years)
(Helen Papageorges` Father)

May their memory be eternal.



BOOKSTORE NEWS:
NOW AVAILABLE

* LENTEN SERVICE BOOKS -
Holy Week, Akathist Hymn, Presanctified Liturgy and Small Paraklesis

* LANTERNS FOR HOLY LIGHT

* ORTHODOX STUDY BIBLE OLD and NEW TESTAMENT



DIVINE LITURGY UPDATE
This week Orthros will begin at 9:00am and Divine Liturgy at 10:30am.



HELLENIC BALL – 29th March, 2008 ~ Atlantis
The Hellenic Ball Committee is asking for the full support of the community of the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church in making this years event a success. Tickets are available from Kathryn Klonaris or any committee member. Advertisements for the Program Book are being actively sought and encouraged.  ...Read Full Text >

Prayer Corner
Please keep the following parishioners and their families in your prayers:

Steve Antonas and John A. Zervos.



COME RECEIVE THE LIGHT RADIO MINISTRY
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Listen Every Sunday at 6:00 p.m.
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Special Thanks to our Sponsors:
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COMMUNITY NEWS:
If you have a birth, baptism, engagement, marriage, death or memorial service you would like announced, please contact Patricia Maillis to ensure it is in the bulletin.



FR. KOLYVAS MEMORIAL / GRAVESTONE
The Spring General Assembly passed the resolution to finalize the memorial for Father Kolyvas’ grave. The assembly authorized the expenditure of $20,300.00. Parish members who wish to contribute to the memorial in memory of Father Kolyvas are asked to see Mr. Alexander Maillis II. Memorial Pledge Cards ...Read Full Text >

COMMUNITY NEWS:
If you have a birth, baptism, sickness, engagement, marriage, death or memorial service you would like announced, please contact Patricia Maillis to ensure it is in the bulletin.



BULLETIN SUBMISSION DEADLINES
Please note that any news, updates, or events that you would like to be published in the Bulletin must be submitted by the Thursday prior in order to be placed in each weeks bulletin.

Submissions can be emailed to orthodoxbahamas@hotmail.com or faxed to 242-323-2334.

Thank you.



Previous Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church Bulletins
Publish Date:March 9, 2008
Publish Date:March 2, 2008
Publish Date:February 24, 2008
Publish Date:February 17, 2008
 
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