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

Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA

PUBLISH DATE: July 25, 2008

Epistle Reading
Rom. 12:6-14

BRETHREN, having gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, let us use them: if prophecy, in ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Matthew 9:1-8

At that time, getting into a boat Jesus crossed over and came to his own city. And behold, they ...Read Full Text >

Panteleimon the Great Marytr & Healer
July 27 ...Read Full Text >

Irene the Righteous of Chrysovalantou
July 28 ...Read Full Text >

Procession of the Precious Cross
August 1 ...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
We celebrate now the mem'ry of Christ's ancestors, while asking their help with faith, that we may all be saved from all manner of tribulation as we fervently cry aloud: Be thou with us, O Lord our God, Whose pleasure it was to glorify them both. - Translation by Holy Transfiguration Monastery

Apolytikion for Panteleimon the Great Marytr & Healer
Panteleimon, saintly champion and healer, intercede with our merciful God to grant our souls remission of sins. -Translation by Narthex Press

Kontakion
O Champion and Martyr of God, imitating the Merciful and bearing from Him the grace of healing, cure our spiritual ills by your prayers, and set free from the temptation of the eternal enemy those who ceaselessly cry out, "Save us, O Lord." -Translation by Narthex Press

[The Lord] does not on all occasions require faith on the part of the sick - as for instance when they are ...Read Full Text >
-Saint John Chrysostom, Homily XXIX on Matthew IX, 1, 2, Fourth Century

God listens, not to our voice, but to our heart. He does not need to be prodded with shouts, since He sees our ...Read Full Text >
-Saint Cyprian of Carthage, The Lord's Prayer, Third 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

OPENING PRAYER - HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Fr. James Rousakis, HOLY TRINITY, Clearwater, FL
On July 23, Fr. James Rousakis had the privilege and honor of giving the opening prayer at the House of Representatives in Congress.

Chaplain of the Day—July 23, 2008
United States House of Representatives
Washington, D.C.

Rev. Fr. James Rousakis
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church
Clearwater, ...Read Full Text >

2009 Parish Ecclesiastical Calendars Offered by Archdiocese

July 23, 2008
Orders are now being taken for the 2009 Parish Ecclesiastical Calendars, an annual resource of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. The Calendar will feature full color icons, the names of Saints in Greek and English, hymns for each month of the year, a fasting guide, and daily Scripture readings and commemorations following the liturgical protocol of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople. In addition, thumbnail icons on major feast and saint days, fasting symbols, resources found on the Archdiocese website, and an Internet Guide for Orthodox Christians are also included. ...Read Full Text >

“FAITH” Offers 14 Scholarships for High School Students to Attend Ionian Village

July 22, 2008
The Office of Ionian Village is pleased to announce that FAITH: An Endowment for Orthodoxy and Hellenism, has awarded 14 scholarships for high school students to participate in this year’s Byzantine Venture program (July 26 – August 14, 2008). “FAITH” has generously offered these scholarships as part of the Archdiocese’s ongoing effort to make Ionian Village accessible to more families. ...Read Full Text >

39th Biennial Congress Concludes With An Uplifting and Hopeful Message for all Faithful

July 22, 2008
The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America concluded its 39th Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress in the Nation’s Capital on July 18th, where more than 1,400 faithful, clergy and laity, representing their parishes, their local Philoptochos and young adults from across the country gathered for five fruitful days of deliberations, worship, fellowship and education. The 39th Clergy-Laity was the most positive and productive Congress in recent years, organized and held in an exemplary manner. ...Read Full Text >

National Philoptochos Society Announces Major Literacy Donations

July 18, 2008
The National Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society at its 2008 National Biennial Convention at the Marriott Wardman Hotel in Washington, D.C., collected over 4000 books for children to be distributed to schools in Washington D.C. and the Pajama Program.org. as part of the National Philoptochos Literacy Outreach Program. Scholastic, Inc., made a major donation of 2,732 books valued at $11,640.78 and the remaining books were donated by Philoptochos Chapters from throughout the country. ...Read Full Text >

Archbishop Demetrios Appoints New Director of the Archdiocese Press Office

July 15, 2008
Archbishop Demetrios of America announced today the appointment of Mr. Stavros H. Papagermanos, as Director of the Archdiocese Press Office, News and Media Relations and Press Officer. Mr. Papagermanos leaves his current position as Director and Executive Editor of the Orthodox Observer where he served since 1995. During the last nine years and parallel to his post with the Orthodox Observer, Mr. Papagermanos has been serving as Greek Press Officer since 1999. ...Read Full Text >

On the Lighter Side

During the last Pascha season, many individuals expressed concern over the seating arrangements in the cathedral. In order for us to place you in a seat which will best suit you, we ask you to complete the following questionnaire and return it to the church office as soon as possible.

1. I would prefer to sit in the... (Check one): ___ Talking section, ___ No talking section, ___ Snob section

2. If talking, which category do you prefer? (Indicate order of interest): ___ General gossip, ___ Specific gossip: ___ The priest, ___ The deacon, ___ How wonderful the former priest was, ___ The chanters, ___ The choir director, ___ The Presbytera, ___ Fashion news, ___ What others are wearing, ___ What others are not wearing, ___ Your neighbors, ___ Your relatives, ___ Your neighbors` relatives, Other: ___________________________

3. Which of the following would you like to be near for free professional advice? ___ Doctor, ___ Dentist, ___ ...Read Full Text >

Previous Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Atlanta Bulletins

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Publish Date:	July 9, 2008
Publish Date:	July 1, 2008
Publish Date:	June 25, 2008
Publish Date:	June 19, 2008
Publish Date:	June 3, 2008

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