Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, Chicago, IL PUBLISH DATE: February 7, 2010

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians 8:8-13; 9:1-2

Brethren, food will not commend us to God. We are no worse off if we do not eat, and no better off if we do.  ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Matthew 25:31-46
Judgment Sunday (Meatfare Sunday)

The Lord said, "When the Son of man comes in his glory and all the holy angels with him, then he ...Read Full Text >

Judgment Sunday (Meatfare Sunday)
February 7 ...Read Full Text >

Haralambos the Holy Martyr
February 10 ...Read Full Text >
Resurrectional Apolytikion Second Tone
When You descended to death, O Immortal Life, then, the light of Your divinity destroyed Hades. When You raised the dead from the depths of darkness, all the heavenly powers cried out, "Glory to You our Christ, the Giver of Life." -Translation by Narthex Press

Apolytikion for Afterfeast of the Presentation of Our Lord and Savior in the Temple
Hail Virgin Theotokos full of Grace, for Christ our God, the Sun of Righteousness, has dawned from you, granting light to those in darkness. And you, O Righteous Elder, rejoice, taking in your arms, the Deliverance of our souls, who grants us Resurrection. -Translation by Narthex Press

Apolytikion of the Church
In giving birth, O Theotokos, you have retained your virginity, and in falling asleep you have not forsaken the world. You who are the Mother of Life have passed over into life, and by your prayers you deliver our souls from death.

Apolytikion for Catherine the Great Martyr of Alexandria
Let us praise the most auspicious bride of Christ, the divine Catherine, protectress of Sinai, our aid and our help. For, she brilliantly silenced the eloquence of the impious by the sword of the spirit, and now, crowned as a martyr, she asks great mercy for all. -Translation by Narthex Press

Kontakion
Your birth sanctified a Virgin's womb and properly blessed the hands of Symeon. Having now come and saved us O Christ our God, give peace to Your commonwealth in troubled times and strengthen those in authority, whom You love, as only the loving One. - Translation by Narthex Press
For when one has pity on the poor, he lends to God; and he who gives to the least gives to God--sacrifices  ...Read Full Text >
-St. Cyprian of Carthage, The Lord's Prayer, 33. B#41, p.102, 3rd century

Matins
8:30am
(8:00am Summer Hours)

Liturgy
10:00am
(9:30am Summer Hours)

Parish Information
Assumption Greek Orthodox Church
601 S. Central Avenue
Chicago, IL 60644

Phone: (773) 626-3114
Fax: (773) 626-3141
Website: www.assumptionchicago.org/
Email: office@assumptionchicago.org

Proistamenos: Very Rev. Fr. Timothy Bakakos
Email: FrTimothy@assumptionchicago.org

Assistant: Rev. Fr. Athanasios Pieri
Email: FrAthanasios@assumptionchicago.org

 
Weekday Service
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Haralambos the Holy Martyr
Orthros: 8:30 A.M.
Divine Liturgy: 9:30 A.M.

Saturday, February 13, 2010
2nd Saturday of the Souls
Orthros: 8:30 A.M.
Divine Liturgy: 9:30 A.M.

In Memoriam
40 Days: Kalliope (Clare) Crambes, Right, Row 1
1 Year: (Ioanna) Jennie (Bottis) Flesor, Left, Rows 1-4
5 Years: Vasilios Laggas,

Fellowship
Today`s fellowship is hosted by the Laggas Family in memory of Vasilios Laggas. Everyone is invited to Plato Hall to enjoy fellowship.

Welcome Father Demetrios and Presbytera Treantafeles:
We again welcome Father Demetrios and Presbytera Rose Treantafeles to our Parish this morning while Fr. Timothy is away. As always, we pray for the good health of both Father Demetrios and Presbytera Rose and are happy they are with us this morning.

St. Photios Collection
Today, our Philoptochos sisters will be passing a second tray for the Shrine of St. Photios located in St. Augustine, Florida. St. Photios labored to see hearts and minds illumined with the light of truth in the face of great adversity; especially to the first Greek immigrants arriving in North America.  ...Read Full Text >

Annual Youth Lenten Retreat:
A reminder is made to all parents who have children that the Annual Lenten Retreat will be held at the Church on SATURDAY, MARCH 13TH, beginning at 9:30am. A Flyer will soon be made available and distributed, along with the theme as well as further details. Please mark your calendars.

Health Kits to be Sent For Haitian Victims:
In our continuing effort as an Archdiocese and local Church to bring relief to those victims in the recent earthquake in Haiti, through the assistance of International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC), our Parish of Panagia will be preparing and sending “Health Kits” to those devastated by this tragedy.  ...Read Full Text >

GIVE AS IF IT ALL DEPENDS ON YOU ALONE
Under a grave marker in France lies a young man - ­­Martin Treptow - who left his job in a small-town barbershop in 1917 to go to France with the famed Rainbow Division. There, on the Western front, he was killed trying to carry a message between battalions under heavy artillery fire.

We are told ...Read Full Text >

Adult Religious Education Class On The Cults
The next Adult Religious Education Class on The Cults will be held on Monday evening, February 22nd, at 7:00pm, in Plato Hall. This class is held on the first and third Monday evenings of each month through May. The Mormons will be discussed on February 22nd, and is open to ALL members and non-members of ...Read Full Text >

Saturday Of The Souls – February 13th, 20th:
A reminder to all that Divine Liturgies will continue on the next two Saturdays (February 13th and 20th) for Saturday of the Souls. Traditionally the names of our departed loved ones are commemorated at the Memorial Service. In addition to bringing the Kolyvva, enclosed in this Bulletin you will find a ...Read Full Text >

Stewardship 2010 and 2009:
We are always grateful to the stewardship and supporters of our Parish of Panagia. We respectfully remind our continuing stewards that if you have not, as yet, submitted your 2010 pledge card, you are asked to please do so today or at your earliest convenience. 2010 Pledge Packets are available at the ...Read Full Text >

Kathara Deftera Monday, February 15th:
The start of Great Lent (Megali Sarakosti) will begin this year on MONDAY, FEBRUARY 15th. This day, Clean Monday (Kathara Deftaera) is marked with the start of the Great Fasting in our Church and the journey through Great Lent, preparing ourselves for the glorious day of Pascha on Sunday, April 4th. The ...Read Full Text >

Saint Catherine’s Renovation Project:
We are grateful to the individuals, families, and organizations who have responded to the appeal calling for the renovation of our beloved Saint Catherine’s Chapel. Several items have already been claimed, and we invite those who have not as yet, offered their support to this most worthy project, to please ...Read Full Text >

Website News www.AssumptionChicago.org
Did you know that you can find Articles and Resources for the Orthodox Church on our web site. They include the history of Orthodoxy, special Services and Blessings, Spirituality, Teachings of the Orthodox Church, how to become a member of the Orthodox Church, the meaning and celebration of The Holy ...Read Full Text >

Please Note
The Sacraments of the Orthodox Church, including the reception of Holy Communion, are reserved for those of the Orthodox Faith only, and who are also in Good Standing Ecclesiastically with the Church. If you are a visitor from another Denomination/Faith, we welcome you as an observer and guest.

Ushers
James Lakerdas, Bill Vranas, Ted Pappas,Dean Sarantos, Eugenia Kribales and Dean Bastounes.
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