Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas PUBLISH DATE: November 20, 2005

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's Letter to the Galatians 6:11-18

BRETHREN, see with what large letters I am writing to you with my own hand. It is those who want to make a good ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Luke 12:16-21
9th Sunday of Luke

The Lord said this parable: "The land of a rich man brought forth plentifully; and he thought to ...Read Full Text >

9th Sunday of Luke
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The Forefeast of the Presentation of the Theotokos into the Temple
November 20 ...Read Full Text >

Gregory the Righteous of Decapolis
November 20 ...Read Full Text >

The Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple
November 21 ...Read Full Text >

Our Holy Father Clement, Pope of Rome
November 24 ...Read Full Text >

Katherine the Great Martyr of Alexandria
November 25 ...Read Full Text >

Stylianos the Monk of Paphlagonia
November 26 ...Read Full Text >

George the New Martyr of Chios
November 26 ...Read Full Text >
Resurrectional Apolytikion
O Faithful, let us sing a hymn of praise and worship to the Logos, coeternal with the Father and the Spirit, who was born of the Virgin for our salvation. Of His own will He went upon the Cross in the flesh and suffered death, to raise the dead through His glorious Resurrection. -Translation by Narthex Press

Apolytikion for The Forefeast of the Presentation of the Theotokos into the Temple
By blossoming forth the only Ever-virgin as fruit, today holy Anna doth betroth us all unto joy, instead of our former grief; on this day she doth fulfil her vows to the Most High, leading her with joy into the Lord's holy temple, who truly is the temple and pure Mother of God the Word. -Translation by Holy Transfiguration Monastery, Brookline, MA

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
The whole world is filled today with joy and gladness on the Theotokos's auspicious and resplendent feast, whereon with great voice it crieth out: The heavenly tabernacle is she in truth. -Translation by Holy Transfiguration Monastery, Brookline, MA
He who holds possession as the gifts of God... and knows that what he possesses is for the sake of others is  ...Read Full Text >
-St. Clement of Alexandria

Matins
9:00 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: 242-326-0388 Local Contact #
Website: www.annunciation.bs.goarch.org
Email: orthodoxbahamas@hotmail.com

Assistant: Fr. Theophanis Kolyvas - Presbyter Emeritus

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

 
Condolences
Mr. George Demopoulos lost his son, Christos, tragically in a motorcycle accident last week. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss and sadness.

May His Memory Be Eternal.



JOLLIFICATION
The Bahamas National Trust Annual Christmas Jollification is being held this weekend.

Our community has a booth and will be selling Greek food, sweets, and other products. Please come and support our efforts!

If you are interested in assisting, please come by and help!



ANNUAL GENERAL ASSEMBLY
Our Annual General Assembly will be held on Sunday, December 11th, immediately following the Divine Liturgy.

A formal notice and agenda will be issued shortly.

PLEASE RESERVE THIS DATE!



STEWARDSHIP 2005-2006
The Parish Council is sending an urgent reminder to all members to bring their Stewardship commitment current as we are well into the New Ecclesiastical Year.

Please see Nicolette Sughrue (the Treasurer), Georgia Lorandos or Alexander Maillis at your earliest opportunity.



ORTHODOXY 101
Our Orthodoxy 101 class has paused until January. The date we will resume classes will be posted shortly.



SPECIAL REQUEST FOR COFFEE SOCIAL
We encourage participation in our plans to make coffee hour more enjoyable. Volunteers (in any form) are welcome with open arms!

If you are scheduling a memorial or simply interested in helping, please contact Christina Maillis at 362-1602 or Eleni Papageorge at 327-7214.



SERVICE HOURS
Please observe our Service Hours:

Orthros - 8:30 a.m.
Divine Liturgy - 10:00 a.m.



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.


DECEMBER SCHEDULE-

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4th:
We have the blessing of Fr. Martin & Presbytera Renee Ritsi visiting our community.

Fr. Martin Ritsi is the Executive Director of OCMC Orthodox Christian Mission Center, which is based in St. Augustine, Florida.

He will be speaking to us about the efforts of OCMC around the world. Please make an effort to be there.


SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11TH:

~ Annual General Assembly (immediately following Divine Liturgy)

~ Sunday School Christmas Celebration (more information TBA)
Previous Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church Bulletins
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Publish Date:November 6, 2005
Publish Date:October 30, 2005
Publish Date:October 23, 2005
Publish Date:October 16, 2005
Publish Date:October 9, 2005
Publish Date:October 2, 2005
 
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