Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, Chicago, IL PUBLISH DATE: March 25, 2012

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's Letter to the Hebrews 2:11-18

BRETHREN, he who sanctifies and those who are sanctified have all one origin. That is why he is not ashamed to ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Luke 1:24-38
Annunciation of the Theotokos

In those days, Elizabeth the wife of Zacharias conceived and for five months she hid herself, ...Read Full Text >

Annunciation of the Theotokos
March 25 ...Read Full Text >

Synaxis in honor of the Archangel Gabriel
March 26 ...Read Full Text >

Hilarion the New
March 28 ...Read Full Text >

John Climacus the Righteous, author of The Divine Ladder of Ascent
March 30 ...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. - Copyright Narthex Press, used by permission. All rights reserved

Apolytikion for Sunday of St. John Climacus
With the rivers of your tears, you have made the barren desert fertile. Through sighs of sorrow from deep within you, your labors have borne fruit a hundred-fold. By your miracles you have become a light, shining upon the world. O John, our Holy Father, pray to Christ our God, to save our souls. - Copyright Narthex Press, used by permission. All rights reserved

Apolytikion for Annunciation of the Theotokos
Today marks the crowning of our salvation and the revelation of the mystery before all ages. For the Son of God becomes the son of the Virgin, and Gabriel proclaims the grace. Wherefore, we also cry out with him, "Hail, O full of grace, the Lord is with you." - Copyright Narthex Press, used by permission. All rights reserved

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 of the Church
In birth, you preserved your virginity; in death, you did not abandon the world, O Theotokos. As mother of life, you departed to the source of life, delivering our souls from death by your intercessions. - Copyright Narthex Press, used by permission. All rights reserved

Kontakion
Neither the grave nor death could contain the Theotokos, the unshakable hope, ever vigilant in intercession and protection. As Mother of life, He who dwelt in the ever-virginal womb transposed her to life. - 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
The words of the [Lord's] Prayer bring the cure of the disease which is in the soul. For He prays as if His soul  ...Read Full Text >
-St. Gregory of Nyssa, The Lord's Prayer. B#51, pp. 58-59., 4th Century


If therefore we prepare to say to God: “Your will be done also in me,” it is absolutely necessary first to  ...Read Full Text >
-St. Gregory of Nyssa, The Lord's Prayer. B#51, pp. 58-59., 4th Century

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 26th
5:30pm – Great Compline Service

Wednesday, March 28th
6:00pm – Presanctified Liturgy

Friday, March 30th
7:00 pm – Akathistos Service



Fellowship:
Today’s Fellowship is hosted by the Vlagos and DeReus Families to celebrate the namesday of Evangelia. Join us in Plato Hall and enjoy fellowship.



Stewardship Message:
WE MAKE A LIFE FROM WHAT WE GIVE
"It is one of the most beautiful compensations in life that one cannot sincerely try to help another without helping himself." A quotation says: "We make a living from what we get, we make a life from what we give."



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, April 1st 5:30pm – Great Compline Service

7:00 pm – Adult Bible Study in St. Catherine’s Meeting Room

Saturday, April 7th Saturday of Lazarus
8:30 am – Orthros
9:30 am – Divine Liturgy

Sunday, April 8th 7:00 pm – Nymphios Service

Monday, April 9th 7:00 pm ...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 >

A Thank You From Philoptochos
The Assumption Philoptochos would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Mr. Lou Malevitis for underwriting the cost of the baking supplies for our two Loukoumades Sundays. His generosity enables the Philoptochos to use the proceeds to help the less fortunate. Mr. Malevitis is always encouraging and ...Read Full Text >

Oratorical Festival:
"Congratulations to Marika Maggos (speech category) and Niko Chulos-Saarinen (essay category) who`s entries will represent our community in the Junior Division, Speech and Essay categories for the Diocese Oratorical Festival. The Oratorical Festival will be held on April 21, 2012 at St. Athanasios Church. We ...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, April 2nd, at 7:00 pm in St. Catherine’s meeting room. We are now studying 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 in Plato Hall. This Luncheon is generously underwritten by the Cosmos and Alexander Families in loving memory of their parents, George and Antonia Cosmos. Reservations can be made by calling Mrs. ...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 the 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.  ...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 >

Consecration News:
The following schedule is announced for the Consecration Weekend of May 5th-6th, 2012

Hierarchical Great Vespers
Saturday, May 5th – 6:00 pm
On this evening before the Consecration, the Metropolitan and Clergy proceed to the Church/Chapel to be consecrated and place upon ...Read Full Text >

ALTAR ITEMS NEEDED FOR SAINT CATHERINE CONSECRATION:
Through the generosity of many parishioners and friends of the Panagia Parish and Saint Catherine Chapel, we have received an outpouring of support from our initial request for new liturgical and ecclesiastical items that will be used for the upcoming Consecration of Saint Catherine Chapel on Sunday, May ...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:
George Arvanites, Diane Berbas, Jack Woods, John Vassiliades, Dean Sarantos
Previous Assumption Greek Orthodox Church Bulletins
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