St. John the Theologian Greek Orthodox Church, Webster, TX PUBLISH DATE: May 3, 2009

Epistle Reading
Acts of the Apostles 6:1-7

IN THOSE DAYS, when the disciples were increasing in number, the Hellenists murmured against the Hebrews ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Mark 15:43-47; 16:1-8
Holy Myrrhbearers Sunday

At that time, Joseph of Arimathea, a respected member of the council, who was also himself ...Read Full Text >

John the Apostle, Evangelist, & Theologian
May 8 ...Read Full Text >
Apolytikion for Holy Myrrhbearers Sunday
Standing by the tomb the angel said to the Myrrh-bearing women: "Myrrh is for the dead; but Christ has shown Himself stranger to death." -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
Though You went down into the tomb, You destroyed Hades' power, and You rose the victor, Christ God, saying to the myrrh-bearing women, "Hail!" and granting peace to Your disciples, You who raise up the fallen. - Translation by Narthex Press
They [the women] had followed Him ministering to Him, and were present even unto the time of the dangers.  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 88 on Matthew 27, 4th Century


And these [the women] first see Jesus; and the sex that was most condemned, this first enjoys the sight of the  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 88 on Matthew 27, 4th 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

 
40 day Memorial for Kosta Tsafantakis
40 day Memorial today for Kosta Tsafantakis. A special meal will be prepared by the family for the coffee hour. May his memory be eternal!

Festival Volunteer Luncheon
The festival chairs would like to invite all volunteers to lunch on Sunday immediately following services. This is to show our appreciation for all the hard work and dedication to our festival.

Bible Study Class
Fr. Florin would like to receive feedback concerning a bible study class. There are two different times Father is considering:

1. Friday from 7-9pm

OR

2. Saturday from 7 -9pm (after Vespers)

Please either call the church, email, or speak with Father directly if you are ...Read Full Text >

Raffle Tickets - AHEPA
The AHEPA regional district is offering raffle tickets for the benefit of their scholarships.  Our community has been benefited from these scholarships. A limited amount of tickets at $50/ticket will be printed which should result in approx 15% chance of winning.  See George Zacharias or other AHEPA members ...Read Full Text >

Parish Rental Houses for Lease
Both houses (Slossen and Live Oak) are now available for lease. Contact the office for information. Thank you.

AHEPA Scholarships Now Available
Scholarship applications from our local AHEPA chapter are available .  Please see Allen Nelson for an application or send him a request via e-mail at apnelson1@hotmail.com.  Applications need to be turned in to Allen Nelson, George Zacharias, or any of the AHEPA officers by June 25.   The children of AHEPA ...Read Full Text >

Sunday School
Sunday School will be held this Sunday immediately following communion.  Also, parents please return your Church School survey or see any Sunday School teacher for a copy or for any suggestions on how we can make the Church School better for the families of St. John.

Parish Wide Survey
If you were unable to set up an interview for our Parish Wide Survey, you may still do so. Copy and paste the following link to your web browser to start the online survey.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=43MZ9jepQYNyRGFbN_2b5hLg_3d_3d

Thank you.

Festival - Opa!
Thank you to Angie Fanos and Meni Koulakiotis, co-chairs of the Clear Lake Greek Festival for a job well done this past weekend.  We are extremely proud of you and our Festival. Nadia Hayes, President of Parish Council

St. John’s Prayer List
The following parishioners are in need of prayers on their behalf. If possible, please pass this information to your friends and relatives as well.

George Saphos
Manuel Gazis
Kostos Papadakis
Jon-Michael Pond
Mrs. Nikki Vaughn
Eirene (Tsimpris) Werts
Juliana Balinbin
Paul ...Read Full Text >

Food Pantry
Please don't forget to bring something for the food pantry when you come to church, especially now after Ike when the need is great. Any non-perishable items are welcome - peanut butter, canned stew, canned soups with some meat, canned vegetables, canned tuna or chicken or salmon, baby formula, diapers, ...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
May 3, 2009 Beth Kouloumoundras  ...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.
Services this Week:
Wednesday, May 6: Paraklesis at 6:30pm
Saturday, May 9: Vespers at 6:00pm
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