Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, Chicago, IL PUBLISH DATE: October 5, 2008

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 >

Charitina the Martyr
October 5 ...Read Full Text >

Thomas the Apostle of the 12
October 6 ...Read Full Text >

Sergius & Bacchus the Great Martyrs of Syria
October 7 ...Read Full Text >

Abraham the Righteous & his nephew Lot
October 9 ...Read Full Text >

Philip the Apostle of the 70, one of the 7 Deacons
October 11 ...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.

Apolytikion for Catherine the Great Martyr of Alexandria
Let us praise the most auspicious bride of Christ, the divine Catherine, 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
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


Why do we judge our neighbors? Because we shun knowing ourselves. Someone busy trying to understand himself has no  ...Read Full Text >
-St. Seraphim of Sarov, Unknown, 19th 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 Service
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Saint Pelagia
Orthros 8:30 a.m.
Divine Liturgy 9:30 a.m.

In Memoriam
40 Days: Barbara Leakakos, Right, Rows 1-3

40 Day Blessing
The son of Michael and Dena Boznos will be Churched today following Divine Liturgy.

Welcome
Our Parish welcomes Fr. Demetrios Treantafeles who will be with us this Sunday, filling in while Fr. Timothy is away.

Fellowship
Today`s Fellowship is sponsored by the Assumption Seniors. Everyone is invited to Plato Hall for fellowship.

Senior News
This Sunday, a performance will take place immediately after Divine Liturgy at 1:00 p.m. in Plato Hall. The Norridge Radio Players will present "Those Were the Days." They will take us back to "old time radio" with skits from many comedies. Come join us for a delightful hour filled with laughter.

Philoptochos Membership Tea
On Saturday, October 25th at Noon, we invite you to join us for lunch and a floral demonstration as we kick off our 2009 Membership Drive. It is always a pleasant afternoon and we look forward to seeing you attend with a daughter, koumbara, or a friend. Please mark your calendars and we hope to see you on ...Read Full Text >

Thank You
The Philoptochos board wishes to thank everyone who helped to make our fundraiser: A Greek Evening a huge success!! Whether you supported the affair with a donation, pastry, or contributed to our patron book, we are indeed grateful. A special thank you to those of you who attended this memorable evening.  ...Read Full Text >

Save The Date
Harvest Day Event on November 2, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. Location: Arabian Knights Farm-"The Barn", 6526 Clarendon Hills Road, Willowbrook, Illinois 60527. More details to come..........

DCFS Christmas Gifts
For close to 10 years now, Orthodox Churches in the Chicagoland area have accepted 1,500 DCFS children`s names to purchase Christmas gifts for them. The names are available for pick up in Plato Hall. The wrapped gifts are due in Church on Sunday, November 23.

Annual Metropolitan Iakovos Nameday Dinner October 23rd
The Chicago Clergy Syndesmos announces that it will once again celebrate the nameday of our Metropolitan Iakovos with a Banquet on Thursday, October 23rd, at the Carlisle Banquets in Lombard, Illinois. The Reception will begin at 6:00 p.m., followed by dinner at 7:00 p.m.. Tickets are available through the ...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 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
Tom Collis, Theodore Pappas, James Lakerdas and Peter Panton.
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