St. John the Theologian Greek Orthodox Church, Webster, TX PUBLISH DATE: February 7, 2010

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians 8:8-13; 9:1-2

Brethren, food will not commend us to God. We are no worse off if we do not eat, and no better off if we do.  ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Matthew 25:31-46
Judgment Sunday (Meatfare Sunday)

The Lord said, "When the Son of man comes in his glory and all the holy angels with him, then he ...Read Full Text >

Resurrectional Apolytikion Second Tone
When You descended to death, O Immortal Life, then, the light of Your divinity destroyed Hades. When You raised the dead from the depths of darkness, all the heavenly powers cried out, "Glory to You our Christ, the Giver of Life." -Translation by Narthex Press

Apolytikion for Afterfeast of the Presentation of Our Lord and Savior in the Temple
Hail Virgin Theotokos full of Grace, for Christ our God, the Sun of Righteousness, has dawned from you, granting light to those in darkness. And you, O Righteous Elder, rejoice, taking in your arms, the Deliverance of our souls, who grants us Resurrection. -Translation by Narthex Press

Apolytikion of the Church
Beloved Apostle of Christ our God, hasten to deliver a people without defense. He who permitted you to recline upon His bosom, accepts you on bended knee before Him. Beseech Him, O Theologian, to dispel the persistent cloud of nations, asking for us peace and great mercy. -Translation by Narthex Press

Kontakion
Your birth sanctified a Virgin's womb and properly blessed the hands of Symeon. Having now come and saved us O Christ our God, give peace to Your commonwealth in troubled times and strengthen those in authority, whom You love, as only the loving One. - Translation by Narthex Press
. . .The day will come when we shall stand before God and be judged, but as long as our pilgrimage continues, as  ...Read Full Text >
-Metropolitan Anthony of Sourozh

"Christian love is the 'possible impossibility' to see Christ in another man, whoever he is..."
-Alexander Schmemann, Great Lent, 20th Century

Vespers
Saturday: 6:00 p.m.

Matins
Sunday: 9:00 a.m.

Liturgy
Sunday: 10:00 a.m. Weekdays: as scheduled and for Feast Days: 6:30 p.m.

Parish Information
St. John the Theologian Greek Orthodox Church
202 North Walnut Street
Webster, TX 77598

Phone: (281) 554-7223
Fax: None
Website: www.stjohnclearlake.org
Email: stjohnclearlake@comcast.net

Assistant: Fr. Florin Craioveanu
Email: frflorin@gmail.com

 
Coffee Hour
Today’s coffee hour is sponsored by the Koumbias Family, in memory of Soula’s father, Vassilios. Thank you! Please sign up for the coffee hour. Sign up sheet is located on the wall next to the kitchen in the Parish home, and also online on our website. Thank you.


Memorial Today
Memorial today for Vassilios Perezous . May his memory be eternal!


GOYA Lenten Retreat
Attention all GOYANs! (6th Grade - 12th Grade) you are invited to participate in the Metropolis of Denver Lenten Retreat. New Location!!! Cost: $100 per person (includes lodging, meals and many new and fun activities) Hosted by: Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church - Austin, Texas. Registration Information ...Read Full Text >

2010 Stewardship Commitment
2010 Stewardship Cards are now available in the Narthex. As this is a new year, previous cards will no longer be valid. Don’t forget to look on the back of the card!


Parish Financial Statistics:
# Pledging Families: 27
2010 Pledged Income: $37,989
2010 Pledge Income Budget: $92,000
2010 YTD Pledge Income: $6,299.00
DOLLAR A DAY $1880.00


Festival Dancers!
OPA... Let's dance! Getting ready for Greek Festival!! ASTERIA (teens & young adults) practices are every Tuesday and Thursday 7:00 - 9:00 at the parish house. Emails have already been sent out.  
ANGELS (up to 12) practices are every Sunday, after Liturgy at the Slossen house. Come and join us!! We'd ...Read Full Text >

Bake Sale
We have some frozen tyrotipes and spanakopites for sale, ready to pop in the oven for the Super Bowl.  Please see Cleopatra Nelson or any Philoptochos member.

2010 GREEK FESTIVAL
May 7, 8 and 9th - Mother`s Day Weekend

AHEPA VALENTINE’S DINNER/DANCE
AHEPA VALENTINE’S DINNER/DANCE

Saturday, February 13, 2010

6:30 PM – Cocktails
7:30 PM – Dinner
9:00 – Midnight Dancing

$60 Adults / $25 Children 12 & under

BAY AREA COMMUNITY CENTER
Clear Lake Park - NASA Pkwy
Greek & American Music – DJ – “Harry ...Read Full Text >

St. John’s Prayer List
The following parishioners are in need of prayers on their behalf. If possible, please pass this information

Parishioners:
The following parishioners are in need of prayers on their behalf. If possible, please pass this information

Parishioners:
Evangelia Mourtakos
Kelly Ford ...Read Full Text >

Food Pantry
Please don't forget to bring something to the church for those less fortunate than ourselves.  Any nonperishable item - especially peanut butter, canned soups, canned stew, tuna or chicken or meat cans - and any toiletry item - toilet paper, shampoo, soap, diapers, detergent - will be greatly appreciated. ...Read Full Text >

Prosforo Reminder
Please make sure that Prosforo is in church before the start of the service on Sunday. Please write the date (or put a sticker with the date) on the plastic bags with the Prosforo. That way the oldest will be used first. Thank you for your help, Cleopatra Nelson
February 7, 2010 Costas Metaxas  ...Read Full Text >

Planning
Please inform the office of any upcoming memorials, baptisms or weddings so we can include them in the calendar and announcements. Thank you.
Find Them, Greet Them, Love Them: Redefining Our Ministry To Young Adults

January 29, 2010
In an effort to revitalize young adult ministry in the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, the Department of Youth and Young Adult Ministries will launch a 2010 National Awareness Campaign for Young Adults ...Read Full Text >
Services this Week:

Saturday, Feb 13: Saturday of the Souls
Orthros -9am, Liturgy - 10am
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