Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, Chicago, IL PUBLISH DATE: October 16, 2011

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
Luke 8:5-15
Sunday of the 7th Ecumenical Council

The Lord said this parable: "A sower went out to sow his seed; and as he sowed, some fell along ...Read Full Text >

Sunday of the 7th Ecumenical Council
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Longinos the Centurion
October 16 ...Read Full Text >

Luke the Evangelist
October 18 ...Read Full Text >

Resurrectional Apolytikion First Tone
Savior, Your tomb was sealed with a stone. Soldiers kept watch over Your sacred body. Yet, You rose on the third day giving life to the world. Wherefore the powers of heaven cried out, "O Giver of Life, glory to Your Resurrection O Christ; glory to Your Kingdom, glory to Your dispensation who alone are the Loving One." - Copyright Narthex Press, used by permission. All rights reserved

Apolytikion for Sunday of the 7th Ecumenical Council
Most glorified art Thou, O Christ our God, Who hast established our Fathers as luminous stars upon the earth, and through them didst guide us all to the true Faith. O Most Merciful One, glory be to Thee. - Copyright Holy Transfiguration Monastery, Brookline, MA, 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 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. - 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 Catherine. 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

For by seed here He means His doctrine, and by land, the souls of men, and by the sower, Himself .... For as the  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 44 on Matthew 12, 4th Century


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

 

Weekday Service:
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
St. Luke the Evangelist
8:30 am – Orthros
9:30 am – Divine Liturgy


Memorials:
1 year ~ Nicholas Manos, Right, Rows 1-2
1 year ~ Tyki (Sam) Coston, Left, Row 1
1 year ~ Tess (Anastasia) Baziotes, No Pews
10 Years ~ John Economos, Right, Row 3
26 Years ~ George Terovolas, No Pews
27 Years ~ Caherine Terovolas, No Pews
31 Years ~ George Baziotes, No Pews


Artoclasia:
Today's Artoclasia is being offered for the Health & Welfare of the Christopoulos Family and their siblings.

Fellowship:
The Kanel Family are the hosts of today’s fellowship. Please join us in Plato Hall and enjoy fellowship.

Sacraments:
John Ryan and Cindy Gruner will be joined in Holy Matrimony, today, October 16, 2011 at 2:00 pm. Their sponsor – Pericles J. Georgopoulos.

The daughter of George and Jennifer Vlahos will be baptized, Saturday, October 22, 2011 at 11:30 am and given the name Despina by her Godparents Steve and Jane
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Stewardship Message:
God Is The Creator
God is the author of our creation. God created the world and God created us. Often, I hear someone say, "I am a self-made man or woman." Such people worship themselves as their own creator. We acknowledge the Lord our Creator. We worship not ourselves, but God, who created us. Our
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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 20th Philoptochos Fundraiser: “Your Kind of Night”, dinner and show at the Rosewood Banquets

Saturday, October 22nd “Fall Fun” at Johansen’s Farm 2pm – 5pm

Monday, October 24th Adult Bible Study at 7:00 pm in St. Catherine’s Meeting Room

Thursday, October 27th
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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 >

Volunteer Opportunity:
Our Parish of Panagia has a new volunteer opportunity related to coordinating the production of the Assumption Church Newsletter. The Newsletter is produced six times a year. Computer knowledge is a requisite, and requires coordination for the submission of articles, layout of the newsletter in Microsoft ...Read Full Text >

2011 Foster Children Christmas Gift Drive:
Assumption Church will again participate in the Foster Children Gift Drive. The children’s names for you to select from will be available on Sundays after the Divine Liturgy in Plato Hall (please see Eugenia Kribales). All gifts need to be wrapped and brought to church by November 20, 2011. We hope you and ...Read Full Text >

Orthodox Adult Bible Study to Begin Monday, October 24th:
The Adult education classes will begin on Monday, October 24th, at 7:00 pm in St. Catherine’s meeting room. The course of study will be a continuation of the New Testament – Book of Acts. The class is open to all and it is hoped that you will avail yourself to the opportunity to study the Bible in-depth.  ...Read Full Text >

Greek Orthodox Archdiocese Of America - Port Authority Announce Agreement On Rebuilding Of St Nicholas
NEW YORK – The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America announces today an agreement with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey regarding the rebuilding of St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, which was destroyed in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo
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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 that are already a part of our Assumption Choir. Please approach any of ...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:
Dean Maggos, Tom Demos, Bill Vranas, JoAnn Stavropoulos, Dean Bastounes

Previous Assumption Greek Orthodox Church Bulletins
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Publish Date:September 25, 2011
Publish Date:September 18, 2011
Publish Date:September 11, 2011
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