Church Bulletin - Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA

Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA

PUBLISH DATE: July 15, 2008

Epistle Reading
Rom. 10:1-10

BRETHREN, my heart's desire and prayer to God for them is that they may be saved. I bear them witness that ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Matthew 8:28-34; 9:1

At that time, when Jesus came to the other side, to the country of the Gergesenes, two demoniacs ...Read Full Text >

Elias the Prophet
July 20 ...Read Full Text >

Mary Magdalene, Myrrhbearer & Equal-to-the-Apostles
July 22 ...Read Full Text >

Icon of the Mother of God
July 23 ...Read Full Text >

Paraskevi the Righteous Martyr of Rome
July 26 ...Read Full Text >

Apolytikion of the Church
O Commanders of the Heavenly Host, we the unworthy beseech you, that through your entreaties you will fortify us, guarding us in the shelter of the wings of your ethereal glory, even as we fervently bow before you crying: "Deliver us from all danger, as Commanders of the Powers on high!

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

Apolytikion for Elias the Prophet
The incarnate Angel, the Cornerstone of the Prophets, the second Forerunner of the Coming of Christ, the glorious Elias (Elijah), who from above, sent down to Elisha the grace to dispel sickness and cleanse lepers, abounds therefore in healing for those who honor him. -Translation by Narthex Press

Kontakion
O Prophet and foreseer of the great works of God, O greatly renowned Elias (Elijah), who by your word held back the clouds of rain, intercede for us to the only Loving One. -Translation by Narthex Press

Now, should any one say, "And wherefore did Christ fulfill the devils' request, suffering them to depart into the ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 28 on Matthew 8, 4th Century

One, to teach them that are delivered from those wicked tyrants, how great the malice of their insidious enemies: ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 28 on Matthew 8, 4th Century

Parish Information
Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Atlanta
2480 Clairmont Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30329

Phone: 404-634-9345
Fax: 404-634-2471
Website: atlanta.goarch.org
Email: kpowers@atlmetropolis.org

Proistamenos: His Eminence Metropolitan Alexios
Email: patras@atlmetropolis.org

GATHERING HOME
Fr. Anthony Stratis, HOLY TRINITY, New Orleans, LA
It was good being home again this past Sunday, not only ‘home’ in the sense of being back in my own house, but also ‘home’ in the sense of serving at the Holy Altar at our church home of Holy Trinity Cathedral. Of course, I left again for the Archdiocese Clergy-Laity in Washington, D.C. (in spite of the weather problems causing flight ...Read Full Text >

Patriarchal Message for the Opening of the 39th Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress

July 14, 2008
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Keynote Address of His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios of America for the 39th Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress

July 14, 2008
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Keynote Address of Archbishop Demetrios Highlights Opening Ceremonies of the 39th Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress

July 14, 2008
The official opening of the 39th Biennial Clergy-Laity Conference of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America was held this morning at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel. The event began a full day of committee and organizational meetings and workshops. The highlight of the opening was the keynote address of His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios of America who spoke on the progress of the Archdiocese over the past two years and on the needs, challenges and opportunities for ministry that are presented to Orthodox parishes and faithful. ...Read Full Text >

Young Adults Conclude Weekend of Worship, Fellowship, and Commitment to Service at National Conference

July 14, 2008
Over 200 young adults from throughout the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America gathered this past weekend in Washington, DC for the National Young Adult Conference. The conference began on Thursday, July 10 with a Chesapeake Bay Crab Feast hosted by the Saint Katherine Greek Orthodox Church in Falls Church, Virginia. The event continued on Friday at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel with a morning Divine Liturgy and special workshops related to the conference theme “Doers of the Word.” On Friday afternoon the participants had the opportunity for an open discussion with His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios of America. ...Read Full Text >

Divine Liturgy and Memorial for Archbishop Michael Inaugurate 39th Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress

July 13, 2008
Over 1100 faithful gathered on Sunday morning, July 13 for the Hierarchical Divine Liturgy at Saint Sophia Cathedral in Washington, DC to begin the 39th Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios of America led the service which included a memorial service for Archbishop Michael of North and South America who fell asleep in the Lord on July 13, 1958. ...Read Full Text >

THE WELL KEPT LIFE

One of the most satisfying feelings in my life is to pull into my driveway after a long day of work and see a perfectly manicured yard. The sight of beautiful plants and healthy grass gives me a feeling of serenity. The absence of weeds and the overall good order of the garden and the yard give me a sense of peace and security. In a world where so much is beyond our control, it is nice to have a private sanctuary to go to that can be as beautiful and as detailed and as orderly as I want it to be.

To maintain a garden or a yard requires time and effort on a consistent basis. Neglect the yard for a couple of weeks and you will have very tall grass. Neglect a garden for a few weeks and you’ll find a lot of weeds. Neglect the garden for six months and there will be no garden left. A week of no water and your plants will be thirsty and stressed. A month of no water and they will be dead. Sometimes we fall behind and have to invest ...Read Full Text >

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