Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, Chicago, IL PUBLISH DATE: March 6, 2011

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's Letter to the Romans 13:11-14; 14:1-4

Brethren, salvation is nearer to us now than when we first believed; the night is far gone, the day is at hand. ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Matthew 6:14-21
Forgiveness Sunday

The Lord said, "If you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father also will forgive you; ...Read Full Text >

Forgiveness Sunday
March 6 ...Read Full Text >

The 7 Hieromartyrs of Cherson
March 7 ...Read Full Text >

40 Martyrs at Lake Sebaste
March 9 ...Read Full Text >
Resurrectional Apolytikion Plagal of the Fourth Tone
O Merciful One, You came from on high, and condescended to Your three day burial to save us from suffering. You are our Life and our Resurrection. Glory to You. -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.

Kontakion
O Master, Prudence, Guide of Wisdom, Instruction to the foolish and Defender of the poor, strengthen my heart and grant it discernment. Give me words, Word of the Father, for behold, I shall not keep my lips from crying out to You, "O Merciful One, have mercy on me who has fallen." - Translation by Narthex Press

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
O friends of martyrs, now divinely raise up a renewed chorus, praising the all-wise Catherine. For, she proclaimed Christ in the arena, trampled on the serpent, and spat upon the knowledge of the orators. -Translation by Narthex Press
Henceforward then we must be free from our listlessness; "for now is our salvation nearer than when we  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 25 on Romans 13, 4th Century


Before we enter the Lenten fast, we are reminded that there can be no true fast, no genuine repentance, no  ...Read Full Text >
-His Grace Bishop Kallistos of Diokleia 20th Century


It is required that not only with the body should we fast, but with the soul. Now the soul is humbled when it does  ...Read Full Text >
-St. Athansios of Alexandria

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: Protopresbyter: Rev. Fr. Demetrios Treantafeles

 
Weekday Services:
Monday, March 7, 2011
Clean Monday - Great Lent Begins
STRICT FAST DAY
5:30pm - Great Compline
7:00pm - Lentin Dinner

Wednesday, March 9, 2011
6:00pm - Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts

Friday, March 11, 2011
7:00pm - First Salutations to the Theotokos
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Loukoumades Sunday/Fellowship:
This Sunday, the ladies of the Philoptochos Society will be selling delicious, hot Loukoumades. It’s a long way until festival time and this will be your chance to get a favorite sweet to enjoy with a cup of coffee. Proceeds to benefit the philanthropic charities of the Philoptochos Sisterhood. Everyone is ...Read Full Text >

Philoptochos Meeting:
On Thursday, March 17th, there will be a general meeting of our chapter at 10:30 am in St. Catherine’s Meeting Room. The agenda for this meeting includes: Voting on the 2011 budget; Palm Sunday Bake Sale; Metropolis Lenten Retreat; Future Fundraisers. A light lunch will be served. We encourage your ...Read Full Text >

Sacrament:
The Daughter of Nicholas and Amie Panagakos will be Baptized today at 1:00 pm and given the name of Aubrey (Rose) by her Godfather Anthony Panagakos.

Weekly Sunday Evening Solemn Lenten Vespers Schedule:
The Metropolis of Chicago has released the schedule of Weekly Sunday Evening Solemn Vespers for Great Lent. The dates/locations/time can be found in this Weekly Bulletin.

Their Only Oxen:
Someone tells of a Christian businessman who traveled in Korea. In a field by the side of the road was a young man pulling a crude plow while an old man held the handles. The businessman was amused and took a snapshot of the scene. "That is curious! I suppose these people are very poor," he said to the ...Read Full Text >

2011 Stewardship:
We are grateful to all who have already pledged for 2011. If you have not done so yet, please make every effort to fulfill your Stewardship pledge at your earliest convenience. To assure that we have correct information in the system, ie: name(s), address, phone number(s), email address, your children’s ...Read Full Text >

Be part of a Family Mission Team
This year the Orthodox Christian Mission Center (OCMC) is proud to announce in collaboration with the Center for Family Care (of the Greek Archdiocese) by offering a Family Mission Team. Families from North America, along with Albanian families, will participate in this outreach assisted by OCMC missionaries ...Read Full Text >

Annual Lenten Dinner in Plato Hall, Monday, March 7th:
With Kathara Deftera (Clean Monday) on MONDAY, MARCH 7TH, our Church begins its journey through this solemn Season of Great Lent. And as is the tradition, Church Services will be held on this first evening of Lent beginning at 5:30pm, with the Great Compline Service. Following the Service, the traditional ...Read Full Text >

Assumption Parish to host Annual Metropolis Youth Choir Conference:
The Choir Federation of Chicago is pleased to announce that this year`s Youth Conference will be hosted by our Assumption Parish on the weekend of April 2nd and 3rd. The Annual Conference gives Orthodox youth throughout our entire Metropolis of Chicago between the ages of 10-17, an opportunity to come ...Read Full Text >

The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago St. John Chrysostom Oratorical and Fine Arts Festival:
The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago St. John Chrysostom Oratorical and Fine Arts Festival for Grades 7-High School will be held on Saturday, April 30, 2011, Bright Saturday, at St. Nectarios Greek Orthodox Church in Palatine. The deadline for all submittals is March 27th.

Judging of the Oral ...Read Full Text >

Dates to Remember:
Monday, March 7th Great Lent Begins
5:30pm-Great Compline
Service
7:00pm-Lenten Dinner
in Plato Hall
Wed., March 9th 6:00pm-Liturgy of
the Presanctified
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Orthodox Adult Bible Study:
The Adult Bible Study education class will meet on Monday, March 14th at 7:00 pm in St. Catherine's Meeting Room. This year’s Bible Study centers on the New Testament Book of Acts. The class is open to all and it is hoped that you will avail yourself of the opportunity to study the Bible in-depth. All you ...Read Full Text >

Proper Church Etiquette:
Worship Services are vital instruments and components to our prayer development. In order to help us achieve this, we need to be cognizant of our fellow parishioners and all those around us. Therefore, please make sure that cell phones are completely turned off during Services. In addition, while we most ...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.

We Need Your E-mail Address:
Are you receiving the weekly bulletin online in your e-mail mailbox each week? How about our Assumption Church’s Newsletter and the Saint Catherine’s Newsletter? If not, please give the Church Office your e-mail address so that you can stay informed to the schedule of religious services, events, and news ...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 >

Ushers:
James Lakerdas, Voula Spyropoulos, Ted Pappas, Dean Sarantos, Rose Marie Stewart
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