St. Spyridon Church, Palos Heights, IL PUBLISH DATE: September 28, 2008

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's Second Letter to the Corinthians 4:6-15

Brethren, it is the God who said, "Let light shine out of darkness," who has shone in our hearts to give the ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Luke 5:1-11
1st Sunday of Luke

At that time, Jesus was standing by the lake of Gennesaret. And he saw two boats by the lake; ...Read Full Text >

Romanos the Melodist
October 1 ...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! -Translation by Narthex Press

Apolytikion of the Church
O Father, God-bearer, Spyridon, you were proven a champion and Wonder Worker of the First Ecumenical Council. You spoke to the girl in the grave and turned the serpent to gold. And, when chanting your prayers, most sacred One, angels ministered with you. Glory to Him who glorified you; glory to Him who crowned you; glory to Him who, through you, works healing for all.

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
For now they were well instructed beforehand...But mark both their faith and their obedience. For though they were  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 14 on Matthew 4, 4th Century

Vespers
Saturday: 6 p.m.

Matins
Sunday: 8:00 a.m.

Liturgy
Sunday: 9:45 a.m.

Bible Study
English - Friday: 5:00 p.m.
Greek - Monday: 7:30 p.m.

Parish Information
St. Spyridon Church
12307 S. Ridgeland
Palos Heights, IL 60463

Phone: (708) 385-0787
Fax: (708) 385-0166
Website: www.saint-spyridon.org
Email: office@saint-spyridon.org

Proistamenos: Rev. Fr. Tilemahos Alikakos
Email: frtilemahosalikakos@mail.goarch.org

 
Worship Schedule
Sunday, September 28th— 1st Sunday of Luke, Orthros & Div. Liturgy - 8:00 a.m.
Wednesday, October 1st - Agiasmos - 9 a.m.
Sunday, October 5th— 2nd Sunday of Luke, Orthros & Divine Liturgy—8:00 a.m.


Coming Events
Sunday, September 28th — Junior Choir * Sunday School
Monday, September 29th—Greek School—4:30 p.m. * Greek Bible Study - 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, September 30th — Cherubs—11:00 a.m.
Wednesday, October 1st — Iconography Seminar @ 6:00 p.m. * Byzantine Music— 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, October 2nd — GOYA ...Read Full Text >

Stewardship Update
The Stewardship Commitment Cards for the year 2008 (brown color) have been mailed to all parishioners. Please complete the Pledge Card and return it with your contribution to the Church office as soon as possible. We thank the 297 families who have made their 2008 Stewardship Pledge. As we begin the new ...Read Full Text >

Philoptochos Luncheon
On Sunday, October 5th, the Philoptochos Sisterhood of St. Spyridon invites you to its Annual Luncheon, immediately following the Divine Liturgy. Donation is $10 for adults and $5 for children. All proceeds will benefit our Kitchen Renovation.

Save the Date
Our community dinner dance will be held on Sunday, November 2nd, at Georgios Banquets in Orland Park. Please mark your calendar and make your reservations by calling the church office.
Previous St. Spyridon Church Bulletins
Publish Date:September 21, 2008
Publish Date:August 31, 2008
 
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