Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas PUBLISH DATE: November 4, 2007

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's Letter to the Ephesians 2:4-10

BRETHREN, God who is rich in mercy, out of the great love with which he loved us, even when we were dead ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Luke 16:19-31
5th Sunday of Luke

The Lord said, "There was a rich man, who was clothed in purple and fine linen and who feasted ...Read Full Text >

Ioannikos the Great
November 4 ...Read Full Text >

Nikandros, Bishop of Myra
November 4 ...Read Full Text >

Porphyrios the Mime
November 4 ...Read Full Text >

Paul the Confessor, Patriarch of Constantinople
November 6 ...Read Full Text >

Lazarus the Wonderworker
November 7 ...Read Full Text >

Synaxis of the Archangel Michael & the other Bodiless Powers: Gabriel, Raphael, Uriel, Salaphiel, Jegudiel, & Barachiel
November 8 ...Read Full Text >

Nektarios the Wonderworker, Bishop of Pentapolis
November 9 ...Read Full Text >
Resurrectional Apolytikion
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! -Translation by Narthex Press

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
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
How then is it possible for the rich man to be saved. By possessing his goods in common with them that are in  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 74 on Matthew 23; Homily 78 on Matthew 6, 20, 25, 4th Century


A modern monk heard it said, and taught his brothers, that money is like manure. Unless it is quickly spread  ...Read Full Text >
- Evergetinos

But what now do we learn from hence? That no man can protect us there, if we are betrayed by our works, not  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 74 on Matthew 23; Homily 78 on Matthew 6, 20, 25, 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

 
JOY YOUTH GATHERING
The Children of our community (ages 4-10) are invited to a movie night by Jeanette Mosko and Pamela Klonaris on November 11, Sunday at 3:00 pm at the Klonaris Residence in Lyford Cay. An early dinner will be provided.




JOLLIFICATION – November 17-18
The Parish Council is asking for community members to participate in this years Jollification. Members who are unable to physically attend are asked to make a financial donation to help defray expenses. Donations can be given to Tony or Irene Miaoulis and will be gratefully received.



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

Angela Berdanis-Fouere, Anthony Zervos, John Zervos, Irene Pearce and Vasili Mavros.



COMMUNITY NEWS:
Congratulations to Samantha & Christopher Mosko for the Baptism of their son Brandon Christopher Daniel.

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.



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Daily Orthodox Planners ‘07-‘08
Are Now Available at the Bookstore
Or Download it at: http://www.goarch.org/en/archdiocese/
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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, 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.



Archbishop Demetrios Meets with The Catholicos and Supreme Patriarch of Armenia, Karekin II

October 31, 2007
On October 30th, His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios met with the Catholicos and Supreme Patriarch of the Armenian Church, Karekin II, at the St. Vartan Armenian Cathedral in Manhattan. The Catholicos is the highest ranking prelate of the Armenian Church (bio, http://www.armenianchurch.net/church/catholicos/index.html). ...Read Full Text >

$100,000 Donation From Newman's Own Foundation to Greek Fire Relief Fund

October 31, 2007
The Board of Directors of Newman’s Own Foundation recently voted to make a $100,000 contribution to the Greek Fire Relief Fund of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. The Foundation, which was established by Paul Newman, has its headquarters in Westport, Connecticut, and since 1982 has given over $200,000,000 to thousands of charities worldwide.  ...Read Full Text >

Encyclical of Archbishop Demetrios for the Feast of the Holy Unmercenaries, Sts. Cosmas and Damian

October 30, 2007
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GUEST SPEAKER ~ FATHER PETER GILLQUIST.

Father Peter E. Gillquist, Director of the Department of Missions and Evangelism for the Antiochian Orthodox Diocese in Santa Barbara , California, is a former evangelical minister with Campus Crusade for Christ. Twenty years ago, he led the Evangelical Orthodox Church in its mass conversion to The Orthodox Church, a story related in his fascinating book "Becoming Orthodox: A Journey to the Ancient Christian Faith" . He has authored many other excellent books, including, "Love is Now", "The Physical Side of Being Spiritual", "Designed for Holiness" and "Metropolitan Phillip, His Life and His Dreams". Father Peter also served as the project director for the Orthodox Study Bible first published in 1993.

Father Peter will be in Nassau next week . The public is cordially invited to hear him speak on the subjects: "Why We Pray to Mary" and "My Journey through Orthodoxy" on Friday, 9th November, 2007 and Saturday, November 10th, ...Read Full Text >
Previous Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church Bulletins
Publish Date:October 28, 2007
Publish Date:October 21, 2007
Publish Date:October 14, 2007
Publish Date:October 7, 2007
 
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