Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, Chicago, IL PUBLISH DATE: August 2, 2009

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians 1:10-17

BRETHREN, I appeal to you by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree and that there be no ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Matthew 14:14-22
8th Sunday of Matthew

At that time, Jesus saw a great throng; and he had compassion on them, and healed their sick. ...Read Full Text >

Translation of the Relics of Stephen the Protomartyr
August 2 ...Read Full Text >

Transfiguration of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ
August 6 ...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
You were transfigured upon the mount, O Christ our God, and Your disciples, in so far as they could bear, beheld Your glory. Thus, when they see You crucified, they may understand Your voluntary passion, and proclaim to the world that You are truly the effulgence of the Father. - Translation by Narthex Press
For being twelve, they had five loaves only and two fishes; so secondary to them were the things of the body: so  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 49 on Matthew 14, 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 Service
Monday, August 3
The Righteous Saints Dalmatos, Faustos and Isaakios
6:00 p.m. Holy Confession
7:00 p.m. Small Supplication to the Theotokos

Tuesday, August 4
Seven Youths of Ephesus and Saint Eudokia
6:00 p.m. Holy Confession
7:00 p.m. Great Supplication to ...Read Full Text >

In Memoriam
40 Days: Aggelike (Alike) Nicholas, Right, Rows 1-3

Fellowship
Today's fellowship is hosted by the Nicholas Family in memory of their Beloved Mother Aliki Nicholas. Everyone is invited to Plato Hall to enjoy fellowship.

ANNUAL PANAGIA NAMESDAY APPEAL:
The Annual Panagia Appeal has been sent to all parishioners/stewards of our beloved Parish of Assumption. We respectfully ask as we approach the days of August in preparation of Feast of the Dormition of the Panagia, that you remember your Church and our Patron Saint of this Parish, the Blessed Theotokos, ...Read Full Text >

SUNDAY CHURCH SCHOOL TEACHER/AIDE OPENINGS:
On Sunday, September 13th, the Sunday Church School will begin another year. There are still a few openings left for teachers/aides. Specifically, we are in need of a kindergarten teacher, as well as aides to teachers in several grades. Please consider offering your time and talent and become part of our ...Read Full Text >

I DON'T GET ANYTHING OUT OF THE LITURGY
Priests throughout our Archdiocese often hear this complaint countless times. The truth, however, is that we do not come to Church primarily to get something "out" of the Divine Liturgy. Rather, we come to the Divine Liturgy in order to give of ourselves, of our possessions, and our whole being to God.  ...Read Full Text >

Annual Assumption Labor Day Festival:
Our beloved Parish of Panagia will hold its annual Labor Day Festival on the Church grounds on Sunday/Monday, September 6th and 7th. This year’s Chairpersons for the Festival are Mrs. Christina Arvanites and Mrs. Tina Sarantos. Father Timothy, James Lakerdas, President of the Parish Council, and the ...Read Full Text >

Summer Worship Schedule:
Please note that each Sunday through Labor Day, Sunday Orthros will begin at 8:00am, followed by the Divine Liturgy at 9:30am. Weekday Orthros/Divine Liturgy Services will begin at the normal time of 8:30am/9:30am.

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
James Lakerdas, Bill Vranas, Ted Pappas, Dean Sarantos, Eugenia Kribales and Dean Bastounes.
Previous Assumption Greek Orthodox Church Bulletins
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