Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, Chicago, IL PUBLISH DATE: April 22, 2009

Epistle Reading
Acts of the Apostles 5:12-20

IN THOSE DAYS, many signs and wonders were done among the people by the hands of the apostles. And they were ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
John 20:19-31

On the evening of that day, the first day of the week, the doors being shut where the disciples ...Read Full Text >

Thomas Sunday
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Apolytikion for Thomas Sunday
Christ our God, You are the Life that dawned from the grave, though the tomb was sealed. Through closed doors You came to the Apostles. You are the Resurrection of all. And, You renewed us through them with an upright spirit, according to Your great mercy. -Translation by Narthex Press

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

Apolytikion for Catherine the Great Martyr of Alexandria
Let us praise the most auspicious bride of Christ, the divine Katherine, 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
Though You went down into the tomb, You destroyed Hades' power, and You rose the victor, Christ God, saying to the myrrh-bearing women, "Hail!" and granting peace to Your disciples, You who raise up the fallen. - Translation by Narthex Press
Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. (Heb. 11:1) And here He pronounces  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 87 on John 20, 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

 
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, Capital Punishment, Arms Race, ...Read Full Text >

Bible Study
Father Athanasios will have Bible Study in English, on Wednesday, April 29th, at 7:00 p.m. Please come and join us.

Philoptochos News
The Philoptochos will be selling Hellenic Cuisine Cook Books; price $18.00. Look for a table in Plato Hall to purchase a Classic Cook Book. Or phone either Vi Skuteris at 630-782-2101 or Elaine Vassiliades at 708-366-1067.

PALM SUNDAY FISH LUNCHEON WRAPUP:
We are grateful to the many people who supported our Annual Palm Sunday Fish Luncheon on Sunday, April 12th, in Plato Hall. In total, over 227 people were served, and a total of $2,329.00 was raised for the Sunday Church School Ministry of our Parish of Panagia. We are indeed grateful to Mr. Louis G. ...Read Full Text >

AGAPE MEAL:
Following the Anastasis Divine Liturgy, a lamb meal was served in Plato Hall, courtesy of a family in our Parish. It was delicious meal enjoyed by a large crowd that remained to break bread together and share in the joy of the Resurrection saying “Christ Is Risen! Truly He Is Risen”! We graciously thank ...Read Full Text >

PASCHA APPEAL THANK YOU:
Our Parish would like to thank those many families/individuals who prayed for and remembered their Church during this Pascha Holiday. Your kind thoughts, prayers, and generous support to our beloved Panagia is deeply appreciated.

GREAT LENT/HOLY WEEK/PASCHA THANK YOU:
There are so many people and organizations who help in some way to make our Lenten Season, Holy Week, and Pascha experience a very special one. We are grateful to the Ladies Philoptochos Society for their “gifts and labors of love”, and for their help with the decorating of the Epitaphios. We are also ...Read Full Text >

GRAND RAFFLE BANQUET
“The Assumption”
Greek Orthodox Church of Chicago

Celebrating its 30th Annual
GRAND RAFFLE BANQUET

THURSDAY, MAY 7, 2009
GRAND PRIZE $5,000
FOUNTAIN BLUE BANQUETS
2300 South Mannheim Road
Des Plaines , Illinois 60018
Tickets, $135.00
Cocktails, ...Read Full Text >

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 >

POVERTY
St. John Chrysostom taught that poverty has less to do with what we have than with what we want.



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
George Arvanites, Diane Berbas, Jack Woods, John Vassiliades and Tom Collis.
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