Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, Chicago, IL PUBLISH DATE: March 18, 2012

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's Letter to the Hebrews 4:14-16; 5:1-6

BRETHREN, since we have a high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus, the Son of God, let us hold ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Mark 8:34-38; 9:1
Sunday of the Holy Cross

The Lord said: "If anyone wishes to come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross ...Read Full Text >

Sunday of the Holy Cross
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Cyril, Patriarch of Jerusalem
March 18 ...Read Full Text >

Chrysanthos & Daria the Martyrs
March 19 ...Read Full Text >

James the Confessor
March 21 ...Read Full Text >

Nikon the Holy Martyr & his 200 Companion Martyrs
March 23 ...Read Full Text >
Resurrectional Apolytikion Grave Tone
By Your Cross, O Christ our God, You destroyed death. You opened paradise to the thief. You transformed the lament of the Myrrh-bearing women, and You commanded the Apostles to proclaim You are risen, granting the world Your great mercy. - Copyright Narthex Press, used by permission. All rights reserved

Apolytikion for Sunday of the Holy Cross
Lord, save Your people and bless Your inheritance, granting our rulers to prevail over adversaries, and protecting Your commonwealth by Your Cross. - Copyright Narthex Press, used by permission. All rights reserved

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
To you, Theotokos, invincible Defender, having been delivered from peril, I, your city, dedicate the victory festival as a thank offering. In your irresistible might, keep me safe from all trials, that I may call out to you: "Hail, unwedded bride!" - Copyright Narthex Press, used by permission. All rights reserved

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. - Copyright Narthex Press, used by permission. All rights reserved

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. - Copyright Narthex Press, used by permission. All rights reserved

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

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

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

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

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

Assistant: Fr Athanasios Papagiannis
Email: Frathanasios@assumptionchicago.org

 
Weekday Service:
Monday, March 19th
5:30pm – Great Compline Service
7:00 pm – Adult Bible Study in St. Catherine’s Meeting Room

Wednesday, March 21st
9:00am – Presanctified Liturgy

Friday, March 23rd
7:00 pm – 4th Salutations to the Virgin Mary



Memorials:
1 Year ~ Athanasios Velis, Left Rows 1 – 2
3 Years ~ Demitrios Kouimelis, Right Rows 1 – 2
8 Years ~ Maria Dallas, No Pews


40 Day Blessing:
The son of Daniel and Effie Kickert will be churched today, following the Divine Liturgy.

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 >

Stewardship Message:
Check Your Check Book
One of the best ways to find out who is your God in life is to look back at your check stubs for the past three years and find out what or whom you spend the most money on.


2012 Stewardship:
We thank and are appreciative to all stewards who have pledged to our beloved Parish of Panagia. Through your continued and loving support, the Parish Council has been able to serve as caretakers and deal with the needs and priorities that face our Church. We ask that you complete the Stewardship Pledge ...Read Full Text >

Dates to Remember:
Monday, March 19th 5:30pm – Great Compline Service

Monday, March 19th 7:00 pm – Adult Bible Study in St. Catherine’s Meeting Room

Wednesday, March 21st 9:00 am – Presanctified Liturgy

Friday, March 23rd 7:00 pm – 4th Salutations to the Virgin Mary

Monday, March 26th 5:30pm ...Read Full Text >

Lenten & Easter Needs
We are in need of donors for the following:

Icon for Salutations to the Virgin Mary (5 Friday’s) - $150 per week

Jonquils for March 18, 2012 Veneration of the Cross - $200

Icon for Bridegroom Services, April 8th, 9th 10th & 11th - $165

2 Wreaths for Holy Thursday, April ...Read Full Text >

Coffee Fellowship Hosts Needed:
Have you considered selecting a day to host the Weekly Fellowship Hour following Worship Services on a specific Sunday? You might want to celebrate a family event, a memorial, or just want to share time with the Church family. The following dates are available:

April 1
April 22 ...Read Full Text >

Schedule of Dates/Locations of Solemn Lenten Vespers
Each year at this time, the Metropolis of Chicago acquaints the faithful as to the Lenten period worship offerings so that all may participate fully in this Holiest of seasons. “Solemn Vespers” began on Sunday, February 27, 2012 on the Eve of Great Lent, and are celebrated on each Sunday evening throughout ...Read Full Text >

Orthodox Adult Bible Study the New Testament:
The next Adult Bible Study class will be on Monday, March 19th, at 7:00 pm in St. Catherine’s meeting room. We will next study St. Paul’s Epistle to the Romans. The class is open to all and it is hoped that you will avail yourself the opportunity to study the Bible in-depth. All you need to bring is your ...Read Full Text >

Annual Palm Sunday Luncheon:
Please join us at the Annual Palm Sunday Luncheon on Sunday, April 8th immediately following Divine Liturgy. Tickets: Adults $12.00 and children 12 and under $6.00. Reservations can be made by calling Mrs. Demetra Spyropoulos at 630-789-4559 or 630-833-1773, stop by the bookstore or call the Church Office ...Read Full Text >

Easter Bake Sale - Palm Sunday:
Our Philoptochos ladies will be holding a bake sale of traditional Greek Easter Breads and Sweets. Orders can be placed after Divine Liturgy in Plato Hall through Sunday, April 1st, or by completing the order form in this weekly bulletin. Orders will be ready for pickup on Palm Sunday, April 8th. Proceeds ...Read Full Text >

Saint Catherine Consecration:
With the news of the Consecration of our Saint Catherine Chapel on Sunday, May, 6th, we remind parishioners and friends who desire to have the names of stewards placed along with the holy relics in the Altar to please complete the form found in the weekly bulletin. In addition to having the names of your ...Read Full Text >

Pictures Needed:
The St. Catherine’s Consecration Committee would like to get pictures of what our Chapel looked liked before it became a Chapel. If you were married or baptized your child at Panagia’s and held your reception here and have any pictures, please bring them to the church office so that we could make copies of ...Read Full Text >

Prosfora Bakers Needed:
One of the blessings of Stewardship that we are given is the ability to serve our Church in a number of ways. Our Church is in need of individuals who can offer the weekly Prosforo (Bread) for the Divine Liturgy. Should you be able to offer your service, please inform the Church office or see either Fr. ...Read Full Text >

Second Tray:
Collections from the second tray each Sunday benefit various specific ministries, as determined by the Clergy and Parish Council. Until noted, collections from the second tray each Sunday will continue to be earmarked for the benefit of Youth Ministry in this Parish.

Volunteer Opportunity:
Our Parish of Panagia has a new volunteer opportunity related to coordinating the production of the Assumption Church Newsletter. The Newsletter is produced six times a year. Computer knowledge is a requisite, and requires coordination for the submission of articles, layout of the newsletter in Microsoft ...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 >

Holy Communion Announcement:
While we pray and work for the reconciliation and unity of all the world's Christians, the reality remains that there is still no intercommunion between our Orthodox Churches and the Churches of the West. This means that only baptized, chrismated, and observant Orthodox faithful are allowed to receive Holy ...Read Full Text >

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 about the schedule of religious services, events, and ...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:
Dean Bastounes, Dean Maggos, Thomas Demos, JoAnn Stavropoulos, Bill J. Vranas
Previous Assumption Greek Orthodox Church Bulletins
Publish Date:March 11, 2012
Publish Date:March 4, 2012
Publish Date:February 26, 2012
Publish Date:February 19, 2012
Publish Date:February 12, 2012
Publish Date:February 5, 2012
 
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