St. Spyridon Church, Palos Heights, IL PUBLISH DATE: October 25, 2009

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's Letter to the Galatians 1:11-19

BRETHREN, I would have you know that the gospel which was preached by me is not man's gospel. For I did not ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Luke 8:26-39
6th Sunday of Luke

At that time, as Jesus arrived at the country of the Gadarenes, there met him a man from the ...Read Full Text >

Demetrios the Myrrhbearer & Great Martyr of Thessaloniki
October 26 ...Read Full Text >
Resurrectional Apolytikion Third Tone
Let the heavens rejoice and the earth be glad, for the Lord by His Might, has created a Dominion. He has conquered death by death, and become the first-born of the dead. He has delivered us from the depths of Hades, and has granted the world great mercy. -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

Vespers
Saturday: 6 p.m.

Matins
Sunday: 8:00 a.m.

Liturgy
Sunday: 9:45 a.m.

Bible Study
English - Wednesday: 7:00 p.m.
Greek - Monday: 7:00 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

 
October 23, 2009
Encyclical Of Archbishop Demetrios For OXI Day - October 28, 2009
October 28, 2009
OXI Day

For you, brethren, have been called to freedom.     
Galatians 5:13


To the Most Reverend Hierarchs, the Reverend Priests and Deacons, the Monks and Nuns, the Presidents and Members of the Parish Councils of the Greek Orthodox Communities, the ...Read Full Text >
Worship Schedule
Monday, October 26th - St. Demetrios - Orthros & Divine Liturgy - 8am
Wednesday, October 28th - Protection of the Theotokos - Orthros & Divine Liturgy - 8am
Saturday, October 31st - Vespers - 6pm
Sunday, November 1st - Sts. Cosmas & Damian - Orthros & Divine Liturgy - 8am

Calendar of Events
Monday, October 26th - Archangels - 9am * OXI Day celebration - 4:30pm * Greek Bible Study - 7pm
Tuesday, October 27th - Archangels - 9am * Cherubs - 11:15 am
Wednesday, October 28th - Archangels - 9am * Iconography - 6pm * Bible Study in English - 7pm
Thursday, October 29th - Archangels - 9am ...Read Full Text >

92nd Annual Community Dinner Dance
92nd Annual Community Dinner Dance—Our 92nd Annual Community Dinner Dance will be held on Sunday, November 1st, at our Church Community Hall. The Parent Teacher Association (PTA) will be in charge of the Dinner Dance Raffle. Ticket cost is $35.00 adults and $10.00 children under 12. We ask for your support. ...Read Full Text >

Stewardship Update
The Stewardship Commitment Cards for the year 2009 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 2009 Stewardship Pledge.

OXI Day Celebration
Our Greek School OXI DAY (October 28, 1940) Celebration Program will be held on Monday, October 26th at 4:30 p.m. The P.T.A. is hosting a Coffee Social Hour after the program. Everyone is invited to attend.


Dinner Dance Ad Book
The P.T.A. along with the Parish Council is putting together an Ad Book to be presented at the Dinner Dance. We need your support! Please consider placing an ad to help support our parish needs. Ad forms have been mailed and are also available in the Church Office and on this ...Read Full Text >

Maria Khoury to visit St. Spyridon`s
On Friday, October 30th, Dr. Maria Khoury, author of the "Christina" series of children`s books is coming to speak to both children and adults about her books and her life in the Holy Land. A fastind dinner will be served followed by separate talks to the children and the adults, starting at 6:30 p.m. The ...Read Full Text >

GOYA & Jr. GOYA Family Outing
On Saturday, October 31st, all GOYA and Jr. GOYA families are called to enjoy a day at our St. Iakovos Camp and Retreat Center in Wisconsin. We will carpool, have lunch, enjoy the facilities and lots of candy. We plan to return by 6pm. Camp usage fee is $10/person, please call the church office for more ...Read Full Text >

GOYA & Jr. GOYA Bake Sale
On Sunday, November 1st, the GOYA and Jr. GOYA families will have a bake sale to benefit our Food Pantry for the Thanksgiving and Christmas season. Please support our young people in their efforts to minister to those in need.
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew Begins Apostolic and Patriarchal Visit to the U.S.

October 21, 2009
His All Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew arrived today in New Orleans, as he begins a 15-day Apostolic and Patriarchal Visit to the United States. “We welcome you, Your All Holiness with deep reverence and respect, total dedication and plenty of love,” said Archbishop Demetrios of America, welcoming the Ecumenical Patriarch at Louis Armstrong Airport along with Metropolitan Alexios of Atlanta, members of the local clergy, local officials, a small group of Orthodox faithful from this area and two-dozen children dressed in traditional costume. ...Read Full Text >
Previous St. Spyridon Church Bulletins
Publish Date:October 18, 2009
Publish Date:October 4, 2009
Publish Date:September 13, 2009
Publish Date:September 6, 2009
Publish Date:August 30, 2009
 
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