St. John the Theologian Greek Orthodox Church, Webster, TX PUBLISH DATE: May 31, 2009

Epistle Reading
Acts of the Apostles 20:16-18, 28-36

IN THOSE DAYS, Paul had decided to sail past Ephesos, so that he might not have to spend time in Asia; for he ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
John 17:1-13
Fathers of the 1st Council

At that time, Jesus lifted up his eyes to heaven and said, "Father, the hour has come; glorify ...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 for 6th Thursday after Pascha/Ascension
O Christ our God, You ascended in Glory and gladdened Your disciples by the promise of the Holy Spirit. Your blessing assured them that You are the Son of God, the Redeemer of the world. -Translation by Narthex Press

Apolytikion for Fathers of the 1st Council
You are greatly glorified, O Christ our God, who established our Fathers as luminaries upon the earth, and through them led us all to the true Faith. O Most compassionate, glory to You. -Translation by Narthex Press

Kontakion
O Christ our God, upon fulfilling Your dispensation for our sake, You ascended in Glory, uniting the earthly with the heavenly. You were never separate but remained inseparable, and cried out to those who love You, "I am with you and no one is against you." - Translation by Narthex Press
For there is One God, and One Mediator between God and Man, the Man Christ Jesus. For He still pleads even now as  ...Read Full Text >
-St. Gregory the Theologian, 4th Theological Oration, 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

 
Town Hall Meeting
There will be a Parish wide town hall meeting on Monday evening June 8, 6:30 pm.  Jerry Menitos and Laura Paulous, who conducted the survey, will present results to the parish and will conduct the meeting.  Neither Parish Council or Capital Development will not hear the results before you do.  This is the ...Read Full Text >

Coffee Hour
Our coffee hour today is sponsored by Sunday School to recognize our children’s accomplishments Thank you!

Memorial Today
40 Day Memorial Service for Angela Kasvicis, daughter of Diane and Marcos. May her memory be eternal!

Festival - Opa!
FESTIVAL VOLUNTEERS:  Many "Thanks" to all our Festival Volunteers for their hard work, dedication and Christian attitude.  Without you, we could not have a Festival.

"Thank you" also to all our wonderful dancers- Angels, Asteria and Nisiotes,- and teachers, Kika, Jose and Christina.  You were all ...Read Full Text >

GOYA News
GOYA will be having elections for next years officers today in a meeting after the Sunday School Ceremony.

Byzantine Fresco Chapel Museum Event
Sing and Laugh with Master Storyteller Bill Gordh! A Tale of Three Wishes and Other Greek Tales from Cyprus and the Mainland is a fun-filled program for families of four- to eight-year olds taking place at the Byzantine Fresco Chapel Museum (4011 Yupon Street), at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 20, 2009. ...Read Full Text >

Philoptochos Scholarships
The Nikolas O. Simeon Philoptochos scholarship application is available. The scholarships are for St John`s graduating high school seniors who will continue their studies at a university, college, or trade school, and whose families are pledging members in good standing. Please see Mary Zacharias or ...Read Full Text >

FOR SALE
FOR SALE : Many of these items are below cost. 
pita, packages of 10 - $3.00
tzatziki, 3.75 lbs - $5.00
nescafe for frappe, 200 gr - $9.00
Greek coffee, papagalos, 8 oz - $4.00
Swan's Down cake flour - $2.00
self rising flour, 5 lbs - $2.00
bottled water, Ozarka, case of 32/16.9oz ...Read Full Text >

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 >

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. Also, a variety of ...Read Full Text >

Sunday School
Welcome to our Sunday School Recognition Celebration.  There will be a brief Sunday School immediately following communion.  The children will return at the end of the service for a special recognition ceremony.  Information about Vacation Church School the week of June 15th and our trip to St. Paraskevi ...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 to your friends and relatives as well.
Kelly Ford
George Saphos
Manuel Gazis
Kostos Papadakis
Jon-Michael Pond
Mrs. Nikki Vaughn
Juliana Balinbin
Paul Daigrepont ...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 31, 2009 Alice Marinos
June ...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, June 3: Paraklesis at 6:30pm

Saturday, June 6: Saturday of the Souls
Orthros at 9:00am
Liturgy at 10:00am
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