St. Basil Church, Chicago, IL 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 >

Resurrectional Apolytikion Third Tone
Let the heavens rejoice and the earth be glad, for the Lord by His Might, has created a Dominion. He has conquered death by death, and become the first-born of the dead. He has delivered us from the depths of Hades, and has granted the world great mercy. -Translation by Narthex Press

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
For if we, going about on the earth which is familiar and well known to us, being encompassed with a body, when we  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 28 on Matthew 8, 4th Century

Matins
Sunday 9:00AM

Liturgy
Sunday 10:00AM

Parish Information
St. Basil Church
733 S. Ashland Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60607

Phone: (312) 243-3738
Fax: (312) 243-7961
Website: www.stbasil.il.goarch.org
Email: stbasilchicago@comcast.net

Proistamenos: Rev. Fr. Chris P. Kerhulas

 
October 23, 2009
Encyclical Of Archbishop Demetrios For OXI Day - October 28, 2009
October 28, 2009
OXI Day

For you, brethren, have been called to freedom.     
Galatians 5:13


To the Most Reverend Hierarchs, the Reverend Priests and Deacons, the Monks and Nuns, the Presidents and Members of the Parish Councils of the Greek Orthodox Communities, the ...Read Full Text >
Welcome Visitors
Please note the Sacraments of the Orthodox Church, including the reception of Holy Communion, are reserved for those of the Orthodox Faith. If you are a visitor from another Denomination/Faith, we welcome you as an observer and guest.

Ladies Philoptochos Society News
Holiday Bake Sale- Yia Yia’s kouzina will be taking orders for Holiday goodies like Baklava and Kourambiethes until the 15th of November. Please see a Philoptochos member in the Hall after Church for more information.

Coat Drive- The annual Winter Coat Drive is being held until December 6th. Please ...Read Full Text >

Bears Luncheon
Next Sunday will be the Bears Luncheon, sponsored by the Philoptochos. Stay and enjoy some wonderful food and cheer on Da Bears as the play the Cleveland Browns.

Tuesday- Orthodoxy 101 A Study of Faith- 7pm
Anyone interested in learning more about our faith is welcome to attend this class that Fr. John is hosting. We will be meeting weekly on Tuesdays until December 8th in the Hall. This week we will be showing the video THE GREEN PATRIARCH in honor of His All Holiness The Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew who ...Read Full Text >

Join the Choir
Anyone interested in joining is welcome, come up to the Choir Loft before 10am on Sundays and help us sing praise to the Lord.

Stewardship Sunday
The annual stewardship drive for 2010 kicks off November 8th. The Stewardship Committee will be hosting a luncheon after Liturgy and encourages the faithful to fill out their pledge card for the coming year.

Philoptochos Hall Rental
Are you looking for a venue for your next party? The Philoptochos Hall is now available for receptions, birthday parties, holiday parties and meetings. Email sbhallrental@gmail.com for more information.

St. Basil Website: stbasil.il.goarch.org
Our website is stbasil.il.goarch.org and is being updated with useful information. A link to Daily Scriptural Readings can be found here as well.
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew Begins Apostolic and Patriarchal Visit to the U.S.

October 21, 2009
His All Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew arrived today in New Orleans, as he begins a 15-day Apostolic and Patriarchal Visit to the United States. “We welcome you, Your All Holiness with deep reverence and respect, total dedication and plenty of love,” said Archbishop Demetrios of America, welcoming the Ecumenical Patriarch at Louis Armstrong Airport along with Metropolitan Alexios of Atlanta, members of the local clergy, local officials, a small group of Orthodox faithful from this area and two-dozen children dressed in traditional costume. ...Read Full Text >
Previous St. Basil Church Bulletins
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