St. Nicholas Church, Corpus Christi, Texas PUBLISH DATE: November 25, 2007

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's Letter to the Galatians 3:23-29; 4:1-5

BRETHREN, before faith came, we were confined under the law, kept under restraint until faith should be ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Luke 18:18-27
13th Sunday of Luke

At that time, a ruler came to Jesus and asked him, "Good Teacher, what shall I do to inherit ...Read Full Text >

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

Mercurios the Great Martyr of Caesarea in Cappadocia
November 25 ...Read Full Text >
Resurrectional Apolytikion
The stone that had been sealed before Your tomb by the Jews and the soldiers guarding did watch over Your pure and sacred body. O Savior the third day You arose, and unto all the world did You give life. Where by all the heavenly powers did proclaim that You are the giver of life. Glory unto our resurrected Christ. Glory unto Your Kingdom. Glory to Your dispensation O You alone who loves all. - Translation from Green Hymnal

Apolytikion for Apodosis of the Presentation of the Theotokos into the Temple
Today is the prelude of God's pleasure and the proclamation of man's salvation. The Virgin is clearly made manifest in the temple of God and foretells Christ to all. Let us also cry out to her with mighty voice, "Hail, fulfillment of the Creator's dispensation." -Translation by Narthex Press

Apolytikion for Katherine the Great Martyr of Alexandria
Let us praise the most auspicious bride of Christ, the divine Katherine, protectress of Sinai, our aid and our help. For, she brilliantly silenced the eloquence of the impious by the sword of the spirit, and now, crowned as a martyr, she asks great mercy for all. -Translation by Narthex Press

Apolytikion of the Church
An example of the faith and a life of humility, as a teacher of abstinence you did inspire and lead your flock; and through truthfulness of your deeds were exalted by greatness, through your humility uplifting all and by poverty gaining wealth, Father Hierarch Nicholas, intercede with Christ God that our souls may be saved.

Kontakion
Today, the most pure temple of the Savior, the precious bridal chamber and Virgin, the sacred treasure of God, enters the house of the Lord, bringing the grace of the Divine Spirit. The Angels of God praise her. She is the heavenly tabernacle. - Translation by Narthex Press
Spiritual delight is not enjoyment found in things that exists outside the soul.
-St. Isaac of Syria, Unknown, 7th century


Love of money is the worship of idols, a daughter of unbelief, an excuse for infirmities, a foreboder of old age,  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Climacus, The Ladder of Divine Ascent, Step 16:2,7 and Step 17:1, 6th Century


He who has conquered this passion has cut out care; but he who is bound by it never attains to pure prayer …
-St. John Climacus, The Ladder of Divine Ascent, Step 16:2,7 and Step 17:1, 6th Century


Poverty is the resignation of cares, life without anxiety, an unencumbered traveler, alienation from sorrow,  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Climacus, The Ladder of Divine Ascent, Step 16:2,7 and Step 17:1, 6th Century

Matins
Sundays - 9:00 a.m.

Liturgy
Sundays - 10:00 a.m.
Weekday Holy Day Divine Liturgies - 9:00 a.m.

Parish Information
St. Nicholas Church
502 S. Chaparral Street
343 (78403-0343)
Corpus Christi, Texas 78401

Phone: (361) 883-9843
Fax: (361) 883-9823
Website: www.saint-nicholas.org/
Email: StNicholasCch@mail.goarch.org

Proistamenos: Rev. Fr. Stelios N. Sitaras
Email: FrStelio@aol.com

 
Memorial Service
Today's 40-day Memorial Service is being recited for the repose of the soul of Mitchell Zampikos, brother of Mariam Psimaris, and father of Diana Zampikos and George Zampikos. May his memory be eternal!

Memorial Service
Today's five-year Memorial Service is being recited for the repose of the soul of Johanna Ortiz, wife of Parish Council President, Horacio Ortiz. May her memory be eternal!

Coffee Hour
Today’s coffee hour is being hosted by Mariam Psimaris, Viki Zannaras and the Zampikos family. Everyone is invited join us downstairs for the memorial coffee.

Second Tray
Today’s special tray was in honor of Sts. Cosmas and Damian, patron saints of Philoptochos and the collection will benefit our Patriarchate.

General Assembly
The fall General Assembly will be held today immediately following the coffee hour. Among the items on the agenda are: adoption of the 2008 Budget, nominations for the 2008 Parish Council and a report on the 2007 Greek Festival. All members in good standing are encouraged to attend.

Raffle Tickets
Drawing for this year’s festival raffle will be held on Sunday, December 9, 2007 during the St. Nicholas Day Luncheon. This allows us another two weeks to sell the raffle tickets. Tickets are $1.00 each and all parishioners are urged to buy and to sell as many tickets as you possibly can. Please see ...Read Full Text >
      HOLY COMMUNION IN THE ORTHODOX CHURCH

The Holy Communion of the Orthodox is the Holy Body and Blood of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is with awe and love that we approach the Divine Mysteries. Therefore, the Communion of the Orthodox is reserved only for those baptized and chrismated Orthodox Christians who have prepared themselves by prayer and fasting, as prescribed by the Canons of the Holy Church. Women, in respect of our Lord, please remove lipstick before you approach to receive, in order that no oils contact the Holy Spoon or the Holy Chalice.


          WELCOME TO OUR GUESTS

The clergy and people of St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church offer warm greetings to all our guests. We are happy to have you worshiping with us and we hope that you will make this your spiritual home in the future. You are invited to receive blessed bread (antidoron) which will be given out at the end of today`s services.  ...Read Full Text >
Previous St. Nicholas Church Bulletins
Publish Date:November 18, 2007
Publish Date:November 11, 2007
 
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