Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, Chicago, IL PUBLISH DATE: July 18, 2010

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's Letter to Titus 3:8-15

TITUS, my son, the saying is sure. I desire you to insist on these things, so that those who have believed in ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Matthew 5:14-19
Sunday of the Holy Fathers

The Lord said to his disciples, "You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be ...Read Full Text >

Sunday of the Holy Fathers
July 18 ...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. -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 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
Every work which does not have love as its beginning and root is nothing.
-St. John Chrysostom, Unknown, 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

 
Weekday Services
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Feast of the Prophet Elias
Orthros: 8:30 a.m.
Divine Liturgy: 9:30 a.m.

Thursday, July 22, 2010
Saint Mary Magdalene
Virgin Martyr Markella
Orthros: 8:30 a.m.
Divine Liturgy: 9:30 a.m.

In Memoriam
40 Days: Penelope (Penny) Galanopoulos
1 Year: Niki Georgacakis, Right, Rows 1-2

Fellowship
Today’s fellowship is hosted by the "Panagia" community. Everyone is invited to Plato Hall to enjoy fellowship.

Summer Sunday Worship Hours:
Please be advised that our Summer Worship Hours are as follows: ORTHOS begins on Sundays at 8:00 am, followed by the DIVINE LITURGY at 9:30 am. We will resume our regular schedule again on SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 12th. Please make a note of this. We encourage you to please worship as a family weekly. Giving ...Read Full Text >

Searching For Sunday Church School Teachers/Aides:
Each year, our Church put out the “call” for qualified and loving individuals (men and women) to join our Sunday Church School teaching staff for the 2010-11 school year. There is no more rewarding or fulfilling feeling, nor gift that we can give back to our Lord other than to impart to His children, the ...Read Full Text >

COPPER OR GOD?
The story is told that one day a beggar by the roadside asked for alms from Alexander the Great as he passed by. The man was poor and wretched and had no claim upon the ruler, no right even to lift a solicitous hand. Yet the Emperor threw him several gold coins. A Courtier was astonished at his generosity ...Read Full Text >

Assumption Philoptochos Society
Please join us for a
General Meeting, Thursday, July 22, 2010
10:30 a.m.
Plato Hall

Topics of discussion include preparation for fellowships following Panagia Vesper Services, Feast Day and the booth for Annual Church Festival.

Luncheon will be served.


Renovation And Beautification of Saint Catherine Chapel Continues:
Renovation work continues in our Saint Catherine Chapel as painting, staining, and new drop ceilings are being tended to. Work this week will include electrical and demolition of walls in some of the classrooms. New Icon Stands and Candle Pangaria have also been commissioned and should be ready within the ...Read Full Text >

An Evening To Benefit "Hellenicare"
Our Panagia Community invites all ages to "A Night For Hellenicare" on Saturday, July 31, 2010 at 7 p.m. to raise funds for Hellenicare`s Women’s Clinic in Mariupol, Ukraine. Our Community is hosting this event in the parish hall of St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Elmhurst. Admission, which includes ...Read Full Text >

Dates to Remember:
Thursday, July 22nd: Philoptochos Board and General
Meeting – Plato Hall 10:30 a.m.
Saturday, July 31st: A Night for Hellenicare 7:00 p.m.
St. Demetrios Church - Elmhurst
August 14th/15th: Feast Day of the Blesed Panagia
Sun/Mon, September 5th/6th: Assumption Church Greek Festival


85TH ANNIVERSARY UPDATE:
By now, all stewards have received notification announcing that in celebration of our Blessed Panagia Parish’s Eighty-Fifth Anniversary, a Gala Dinner Dance will take place on the evening of October 17, 2010, at the Esplanade Lakes Resort in Downers Grove. Illinois. The Theme for this evening of celebration ...Read Full Text >

2010 Stewardship:
A reminder to all stewards (members) that your 2010 Stewardship Pledge Commitment Card is due. We kindly ask that you submit your pledge card to the Church Office, or give it to one of the Parish Council members today. Your continued love and support of our blessed Parish of Panagia furthers the Ministry ...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 >

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 >

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.

Ushers
James Tsiolis, Dean Maggos, Rose Marie Stewart and JoAnn Stavropoulos.
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