Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, Chicago, IL PUBLISH DATE: October 2, 2011

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's Second Letter to the Corinthians 6:1-10

BRETHREN, working together with him, then, we entreat you not to accept the grace of God in vain. For he says, ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Luke 6:31-36
2nd Sunday of Luke

The Lord said, "And as you wish that men would do to you, do so to them. If you love those who ...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. - Copyright Narthex Press, used by permission. All rights reserved

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. - Copyright Holy Transfiguration Monastery, Brookline, MA, used by permission. All rights reserved

Apolytikion for Katherine 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. - Copyright Narthex Press, used by permission. All rights reserved

Kontakion
O friends of martyrs, now divinely raise up a renewed chorus, praising the all-wise Katherine. For, she proclaimed Christ in the arena, trampled on the serpent, and spat upon the knowledge of the orators. - Copyright Narthex Press, used by permission. All rights reserved

Matins
8:30am
(8:00am Summer Hours)

Liturgy
10:00am
(9:30am Summer Hours)

Parish Information
Assumption Greek Orthodox Church
601 South Central Avenue
Chicago, IL 60644

Phone: (773) 626-3114
Fax: (773) 626-3141
Website: www.assumptionchicago.org/
Email: office@assumptionchicago.org

Proistamenos: Very Rev. Timothy G. Bakakos
Email: FrTimothy@assumptionchicago.org

Assistant: Fr Athanasios Papagiannis
Email: Frathanasios@assumptionchicago.org

 

Fellowship:
The Assumption Choir is hosting today’s fellowship to celebrated National Church Music Sunday, and we thank Jimmy Andrews of Andrews Paper Company who has graciously donated the paper goods for today’s fellowship. Please join us in Plato Hall and enjoy fellowship.

2011 Stewardship:
We are forever grateful to all who have so lovingly responded and committed to 2011 with their stewardship pledge. Through your support, the Parish Council is better able to assess the needs and properly place priorities into the budget for the Lord’s ministry in our blessed Parish of Panagia. If you have ...Read Full Text >

Dates to Remember:
Thursday, October 13th Lecture by Dr. Ary Christofidis;
“Living as an Orthodox Christian” at 7:30 pm in Plato Hall
Thursday, October 20th Philoptochos Fundraiser: “Your Kind of Night”, dinner and show at the Rosewood Banquets
Thursday, October 27th Metropolitan Iakovos Namesday Banquet
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National Church Music Sunday:
Today, October 2nd, has been designated NATIONAL CHURCH MUSIC SUNDAY and is a day we set aside particularly to honor the contributions of local choir members, psaltai, and music educators who serve their churches through the hymnology of our Orthodox Church. In addition, it is a day when we recognize the ...Read Full Text >

2011 Metropolitan Iakovos Namesday Banquet:
The Metropolis of Chicago Clergy Syndesmos will again host our annual dinner to honor His Eminence Metropolitan Iakovos of Chicago and to raise funds for the Saint Iakovos Retreat Center at the Diplomat West, Elmhurst, IL (note new location). The Fundraiser will take place Thursday October 27, 2011, 6:00 pm ...Read Full Text >

Assumption Choir:
Marika Panton, our Choir Director, invites any and all interested people who might like to become a part of the Church Choir to contact her at (708.366.7435). They are always looking for energetic voices to compliment the fine voices who are already a part of our Assumption Choir. Please approach any of the ...Read Full Text >

Proper Church Etiquette:
Worship Services are vital instruments and components to our prayer development. In order to help us achieve this, we need to be cognizant of our fellow parishioners and all those around us. Therefore, please make sure that cell phones are completely turned off during Services. In addition, while we most ...Read Full Text >

Holy Communion Announcement:
While we pray and work for the reconciliation and unity of all the world's Christians, the reality remains that there is still no intercommunion between our Orthodox Churches and the Churches of the West. This means that only baptized, chrismated, and observant Orthodox faithful are allowed to receive 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 about the schedule of religious services, events, and ...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 >

Ushers:
James Lakerdas, Voula Spyropoulos, Ted Pappas, Dean Sarantos, Rose Marie Stewart.

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