Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, Chicago, IL PUBLISH DATE: April 8, 2009

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's Letter to the Philippians 4:4-9

BRETHREN, rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice. Let all men know your forbearance. The Lord is ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
John 12:1-18

Six days before Passover, Jesus came to Bethany, where Lazaros was, whom Jesus had raised from ...Read Full Text >

Palm Sunday
 ...Read Full Text >
Apolytikion for Agavos, Rouphos, Asynkritos, Phlegon, Herodion, & Hermes of the 70 Apostles
O Holy Apostles, intercede to our merciful God, that He may grant our souls forgiveness of sins. -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
O Protection of Christians that cannot be put to shame, mediation unto the creator most constant: O despise not the voices of those who have sinned; but be quick, O good one, to come unto our aid, who in faith cry unto thee: Hasten to intercession and speed thou to make supplication, O thou who dost ever protect, O Theotokos, them that honor thee. - Translation by Holy Transfiguration Monastery
But observe the wisdom of the Evangelist, how he is not ashamed to parade their former ignorance. That it was  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 66 on John 12, 2. B#58, p.245., 4th 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

 
Palm Sunday – A Feast Short-Lived
Throughout the entire history of the known world, men have conquered other men. Rulers have conquered cities. Emperors have conquered entire nations. At times, Kings have strived to conquer the entire world. But there remains one uncharted territory that has eluded men of power all throughout history. This unconquered territory is the human heart, and its sole conqueror is Christ the ...Read Full Text >
Holy Week Schedule
Sunday, April 12
Palm Sunday
7:00 p.m. Service of the Bridegroom

Monday, April 13
Great and Holy Monday
9:00 a.m. Vespers and Presanctified Liturgy
7:00 p.m. Service of the Bridegroom

Tuesday, April 14
Great and Holy Tuesday
9:00 a.m. Vespers and Presanctified ...Read Full Text >

Annual Palm Sunday Luncheon
Today following Divine Liturgy is our Annual Palm Sunday Luncheon in Plato Hall. Donation - Adults $12.00, Children $6.00. This year`s Luncheon is graciously being underwritten by Lou Malevitis. All proceeds to benefit the Sunday School Ministry of this Parish.

Adult Religious Education Class
Father Timothy continues his classes for all interested adults, on the first and third Tuesdays of every month. This year`s discussion is "The Orthodox Church`s view and position on comtemporary moral and social issues." To be discussed will be the Church's position on, Human Rights, Equal Rights, Racism, ...Read Full Text >

Lenten & Easter Needs
We are in need of donors for the following:
Flowers for the decorating of the Epitaphios', April 17, 2009.
Easter Lilies for Holy Pascha, April 18/19, 2009.


Easter Bake Sale
Today our Philoptochos is having their Easter Bake Sale. You will be able to pick up your order in St. Catherine`s meeting room following Divine Liturgy.

Grand Raffle Dinner
Please join us for the 30th Annual Grand Raffle Dinner at the Fountain Blue Banquets, located at 2300 South Mannheim Road in Des Plaines, on Thursday, May 7, 2009. (Located one block north of Touhy Ave.) You may obtain tickets from any parish council member for $135. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres begin at ...Read Full Text >

Agape Pascha Meal
All parishioners are cordially invited to attend the “Agape” Pascha Meal following the midnight Resurrection and Divine Liturgy Services in Plato Fellowship Hall. This is a complimentary meal which is made possible through the generosity of one of our dedicated Stewards.

Peter J. Economos Memorial Scholarship
Once again the Order of AHEPA, Chicago Chapter No. 260 is awarding the Peter J. Economos Memorial Scholarship. Mr. Economos was a devoted sponsor of the Junior Olympics and Youth Ministries of our Faith. This memorial scholarship will be given to a deserving student at this year’s Junior Olympics, a ...Read Full Text >

Philoptochos News
Our Philoptochos sisters will be selling beautiful Resurrection ornaments and prayer bracelets every Sunday until Easter. Please do yourselves a favor and stop by the display table in Plato Hall to make your purchases. The Ornaments and bracelets make such meaningful gifts for your Children, grandshildren, ...Read Full Text >

St. Catherine`s Bookstore
During this Lenten period, we invite you to visit the Bookstore for many of your needs. We have Easter cards and egg dye. We have the service books for Presanctified Liturgy, Holy Thursday Matins and Holy Week. We have the CD of the Pan Orthodox choir singing the Vespers of the Sunday of Orthodoxy. Give ...Read Full Text >

HOLY WEDNESDAY DISTRIBUTION OF SACRAMENT OF HOLY UNCTION:
Throughout the years, there has been much discussion and misunderstanding concerning the distribution of the Sacrament of Holy Unction to the faithful on Holy Wednesday. Because this Sacrament was widely allowed to be taken home, it unfortunately became referred to as the “take home sacrament”. Therefore, ...Read Full Text >

CATCHING MONKEYS ....A Thought On Stewardship And Church Giving
Do you know how they catch live monkeys in the jungle? Jars are hung in the trees, each jar having a long, narrow neck, and inside the jar a small red rubber ball.

A monkey finds a jar, and out of curiosity he reaches his hand into the jar and grasps the ball. But when he tries to pull his fist out, ...Read Full Text >

Hellenicare Evening
This Fundraising Event has been rescheduled. The new date will be announced in the future.

E-Mail Address
As we have entered the new age of keeping our parishioners (stewards) updated electronically as well as through the mail, we are requesting that all stewards provide us with their E-Mail Address so thatwe may bring the news of our "Panagia" Parish to your "computer e-mail inbox". We now are able to e-mail ...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.

Website News www.AssumptionChicago.org
There have been many exciting changes to our web site, including the on line calendar which now include Baptisms, Weddings, Worship Service Schedule, upcoming events and pictures. Keep an eye on our site for more changes to come. If you would like to be added to the list, please contact the church office ...Read Full Text >

Ushers
Andrew Kanel, Chris Limperis, Peter Panton, Tom Poulos and Voula Spyropoulos.
Previous Assumption Greek Orthodox Church Bulletins
Publish Date:April 5, 2009
Publish Date:March 29, 2009
Publish Date:March 22, 2009
Publish Date:March 15, 2009
Publish Date:March 8, 2009
Publish Date:March 1, 2009
 
This bulletin was created through Bulletin Builder, a service provided by the
Department of Internet Ministries of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America,
with the financial support and vision of Leadership 100