Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, Chicago, IL PUBLISH DATE: August 14, 2008

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians 14:6-19

BRETHREN, if I come to you speaking in tongues, how shall I benefit you unless I bring you some revelation or ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Matthew 20:17-28
9th Thursday after Pentecost

At that time, as Jesus was going up to Jerusalem, he took the twelve disciples aside, and on the ...Read Full Text >

Apolytikion for Forefeast of the Dormition of our Most Holy Lady the Theotokos and Ever Virgin Mary
In faith, O ye people, leap for joy while clapping your hands; and gather in gladness on this day with longing and shout in radiant jubilance. For the Theotokos cometh nigh to departing from the earth unto the heights; and we glorify her with glory as the Mother of God in our unceasing hymns -Translation by Holy Transfiguration Monastery

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
In the Immaterial Spirit, the whole world hath been mystically adorned upon the glorious memory; and it doth cry to thee joyously: Rejoice, O Virgin, thou boast of the Christian race. - Translation by Holy Transfiguration Monastery
Prayer affords an experience of spiritual liberty of which most people are ignorant. The first sign of  ...Read Full Text >
-Archimandrite Sophrony, His Life is Mine, p. 73, 20th century

Matins
8:00am

Liturgy
9:30am

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
Saturday, August 23, 2008
Apodosis Dormition of the Theotokos
Orthros 8:30 a.m.
Divine Liturgy 9:30 a.m.

Sacraments
The daughter of Nicholas and Michelle Kanel will be baptized today, at 12:30 p.m. and given the name Christina by her Godparents Christopher and Margie Karabas.

Fellowship
Today`s Fellowship is being hosted by the "Panagia" Community. Everyone is invited to Plato Hall to enjoy fellowship.

Observance of Saint Phanourios
In observance of the celebration and Feast of St. Phanourios, our Parish will celebrate the traditional "Blessing of the Phanouropites" on Sunday, August 24th, during the Divine Liturgy.
Those persons wishing to bring the traditional "PITA" for blessing are asked to have it here at the Church by the ...Read Full Text >

Coming Events
Mark your calendars for this year’s LABOR DAY FESTIVAL to be held on Sunday and Monday, August 31st and September 1st, on the church grounds. You, your family and friends – everyone – are invited to attend this Festival for delicious food, enjoyable entertainment and above all else, good fellowship.
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Full Time Positin Available
Our Church is in need of a Janitor/Sexton (neokoros). This position is full time. The duties will include the cleaning of both the Assumption Church and Saint Catherine`s Chapel, as well as serving as Sexton(neokoros) at Worship Services and Sacraments. Plato School is not part of the duties. For further ...Read Full Text >

Sunday School Teachers/Aides
The 2008-09 Sunday School academic year begins on Sunday, September 7th. We are in need of a few men or women who are interested in joining our staff. The primary requisite is your "love of children and imparting our Orthodox Christian Faith to our children." If interested, please see either Fr. ...Read Full Text >

"A Greek Evening"
As our Philoptochos chapter celebrates its 10th Anniversary, we encourage ALL of our Assumption family to join us for dinner and a concert featuring Vasilios Gaitanos. "A Greek Evening" will be held on Thursday evening, September 25, 2008 with cocktails at 6:00 P.M. and dinner at 7:00 P.M. at the Rosewood ...Read Full Text >

Hellenic Link-Midwest is Awarding Scholarships for Academic Year 2008-09
A number of Scholarships, $2,000 or more each, will be awarded.

Eligibility: Undergraduate and graduate students from Midwestern states, who have completed a year of full time study at an accredited college or university, are residents of a Midwestern state, and at least one of their parents is of ...Read Full Text >

Summer Hours
A reminder that we are in our "Summer Sunday Worship Schedule". Orthros begins at 8:00 a.m., followed by the Divine Liturgy at 9:30 a.m.

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 and Weddings. 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 and give them your address.

Ushers
James Tsiolis, Rosemarie Stewart, Joan Stavopoulos, Dean Maggos and Bill Vranas.
Previous Assumption Greek Orthodox Church Bulletins
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