Annunciation Church, Newburyport, MA 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 >

6th Sunday of Luke
October 25 ...Read Full Text >

Marcianos & Martyrios the Notaries, Chrysanthe
October 25 ...Read Full Text >

Demetrios the Myrrhbearer & Great Martyr of Thessaloniki
October 26 ...Read Full Text >

Anastasia the Martyr of Rome
October 29 ...Read Full Text >

Avramios the Recluse & his niece Maria of Mesopotamia
October 29 ...Read Full Text >
Resurrectional Apolytikion Third Tone
Amen. Let all things above in heav'n rejoice, and let all things below on earth be glad. With all the might and strength of His arm an eternal deed the Lord did perform. Beneath His feet He has trampled down death by death, and first born of the dead has He become. From the womb of Hades has He delivered us, and to all the world has granted His great redeeming mercy.

Apolytikion for Marcianos & Martyrios the Notaries, Chrysanthe
Your Martyrs, O Lord, in their courageous contest for You received as the prize the crowns of incorruption and life from You, our immortal God. For since they possessed Your strength, they cast down the tyrants and wholly destroyed the demons' strengthless presumption. O Christ God, by their prayers, save our souls, since You re merciful.

Apolytikion of the Church
Today is the beginning of our salvation and the revelation of the mystery of the ages. O the Son of God becomes on this day the Virgin’s Son and Gabriel proclaims this gift from God. Together with him we cry out to the Theotokos singing: Hail to you who are filled with grace. The Lord is with you.

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, 5:00 pm

Matins
9:00 am

Liturgy
10:00 am

Bible Study
Morning Bible Study: Thursday at 10:00 am
Journey through the Wilderness (Bible Study): Thursdays 10:00 am
Journey through the Liturgy: Saturdays after Vespers (about 6:00 pm)
Paraklesis to the Theotokos: 1st Tuesdays at 6:00 pm
Paraklesis to St. Nektarios: 3rd Tuesdays at 6:00 pm
Orthodox Book Club: 3rd Tuesdays at 7:00 pm

Parish Information
Annunciation Church
Harris and Park Sts.
Newburyport, MA 01950

Phone: (978) 465-5757
Fax: (978) 465-1793
Website: www.annunciationgoc.com/

Proistamenos: Rev. Constantine Newman

 
May their Memory be Eternal
Please join in praying the memorial prayers at the end of Liturgy today for Theodore Triandafilou (40 days) and Alexander Tsiantas (4 years).

Put these Dates on your Calendar
Sunday, November 8 after Liturgy--General Assembly (nominations for 2010 Parish Council)

Sunday, November 15 after Liturgy--Stewardship Sunday and Thank You Fellowship Hour

Thanks to our Prosphora Baker
Thanks to Stella Andriotakis who is offering the prosphora this week.

Fellowship Hour
Thank you to Kathy Tsiantas and the Tsiantas/Connor Family for today's Fellowship Hour.

There are still empty spots on the sign-up sheet. Why not get together with some friends (or even with some strangers...) and put together something for Fellowship?

President`s Message
The Parish Council held its most recent meeting on October 13 and below is a summary of the highlights. Our next Council meeting is Tuesday, November 10 at 7PM and, as always, all are invited to attend especially if you have any topics to bring forward for Council consideration or discussion.

•The ...Read Full Text >

St. Basil`s Cooks Corner
Our guests really enjoyed a hearty beef stew prepared by Anna Newman. This meal was a bit hit with everyone. Our hosts and servers included Fr. Constantine, Maria Connor, Mary Dollas and a new volunteer Michael Murphy of Newburyport. We welcome Michael to St. Basil's Kitchen and look forward to his ...Read Full Text >

Whatever You Do for the Least of my Brothers and Sisters
With the onset of the cold weather, our thoughts should turn to our brothers and sisters who are most in need. The GOYAns are spearheading a collection of toiletries. There is a basket in the Narthex to receive your generous donation.

We are also in need of canned goods for our guests at St. Basil`s ...Read Full Text >

Order your Holiday Pies
The GOYAns are having their annual Apple Pie Sale. Please fill out the form and leave it with Don or Jill Argyrople. Pies cost $10 a piece.

Celebrating 25 Years
Next year, in May of 2010, we will be celebrating the 25th anniversary of the door opening of our new church. We are looking to have the celebration on May 16. His Eminence will be joining us for this celebration.

If you are interested in being on the committee to plan the celebration, please see ...Read Full Text >

The Green and the Blue
You are invited to a celebration of "Greece Meets Ireland" on Friday, October 30 beginning at 6:30 pm. The evening features Carol Coronis and the Aegean/Celtic Connection playing Greek and Irish Music, as well as performances of Greek, Irish and Middle Eastern Dance. You will also enjoy Irish and Greek ...Read Full Text >

News from the Ladies Aid Society
The Market Fair which is being sponsored by the Greek Ladies Aid Society will take place on November 21st from 10:00 to 3:00. GLAS has extended invitations to many vendors to attend and sell their wares. The Ladies will also be hosting a Greek luncheon and will have a couple of tables of their own. One of ...Read Full Text >
Parish Events of the Week

Sunday, October 25
Memorial Service for Theodore Triandafilou and Alexander Tsiantas
after Liturgy--Stewardship Committee Meeting
4:00 pm--Name Day Vespers at St. Demetrios in Saco ME
7:30 pm--GOYA event

Monday, October 26--The Holy Great Martyr Demetrios
9:30 am--Divine Liturgy
11:00 am--St. Basil`s Kitchen
7:00 pm--Choir Practice

Tuesday, October 27
7:00 pm--Sunday School Teachers Meeting

Friday, October 30
6:30 pm--Greece Meets Ireland

Saturday, October 31
5:30 pm--Great Vespers
Previous Annunciation Church Bulletins
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Publish Date:September 13, 2009
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