Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, Chicago, IL PUBLISH DATE: December 27, 2009

Epistle Reading
Acts of the Apostles 6:8-15; 7:1-5, 47-60

IN THOSE DAYS, Stephen, full of grace and power, did great wonders and signs among the people. Then some of ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Matthew 2:13-23
Sunday after Nativity

When the wise men departed, behold, an angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream and said, ...Read Full Text >

Sunday after Nativity
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Basil the Great, Archbishop of Caesarea in Cappadocia
January 1 ...Read Full Text >
Apolytikion for Afterfeast of the Nativity
Thy Nativity, O Christ our God, hath shined the light of knowledge upon the world; for thereby they that worshipped the stars were instructed by a star to worship Thee, the Sun of Righteousness, and to know Thee, the Dayspring from on high. O Lord, glory be to Thee. -Translation by Holy Transfiguration Monastery

Resurrectional Apolytikion Fourth Tone
The women disciples of the Lord heard from the angel, the joyful news of the Resurrection and the repeal of the sentence imposed upon our forefathers. With pride they said to the Apostles, "Death is vanquished, Christ our God is risen bestowing upon the world His great mercy." -Translation by Narthex Press

Apolytikion for Sunday after Nativity
O Joseph, proclaim the wonders to David, the ancestor of God. Thou hast seen a Virgin great with child; thou hast given glory with the shepherds; thou hast worshipped with the Magi; and thou hast been instructed through an Angel. Entreat Christ God to save our souls. - 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.

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
Today, the Virgin bears Him who is transcendent, and the earth presents the cave to Him who is beyond reach. Angels, along with shepherds glorify Him. The Magi make their way to Him by a star. For a new child has been born for us, the God before all ages. - Translation by Narthex Press
The Ancient of Days, who in times past gave Moses the Law on Sinai, appears this day as a babe. As Maker of the  ...Read Full Text >
-Anatolios, Festal Menaion. Great Vespers.

At His birth [He] is laid in a manger, and abides in an inn, and takes a mother of low estate; teaching us to  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 9 on Matthew 2, 4th Century


Nathanael too enters ... saying, "Can there any good thing come out of Nazareth?" ... Nevertheless, He is not  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 9 on Matthew 2, 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 Services
Friday, January 1, 2009
Circumcsion of Our Lord
Feast of Saint Basil the Great
New Years Day
Orthros: 8:30 a.m.
Divine Liturgy: 9:30 a.m.

In Memoriam
1 Year: Ariadne Wallach, Right, Rows 1-2

Fellowship
Today's fellowship is sponsored by the "Panagia Community. Everyone is invited to join us in Plato Hall for fellowship.

Conversion To Orthodoxy Classes To Be Held Starting January 2010:
Please be informed that Father Timothy will be conducting classes beginning in January, 2010, for all those individuals interested in converting to the Eastern Orthodox Faith. All those interested are asked to please contact Father Timothy directly either during the Coffee Fellowship Hour, or call the ...Read Full Text >

New Year’s Resolutions:
Once again, we are in the midst of the Christmas Holidays. And we often hear ourselves say, “I don`t know how it happened that they came so quickly this year, for it seems like the year 2009 just began. And now it`s nearly over”.
For some - maybe even you - this realization can cause feelings of ...Read Full Text >

What New Year`s Resolutions Are Right for You?
Here`s an easy way to determine your New Year`s Resolutions. First, start thinking of some of the things in your life that you already know you want to change, or that have troubled you for a while. Second, ask those who are close to you - your spouse, friends, co-workers, maybe even your boss - if they ...Read Full Text >

Why Do Only a Few People Succeed in Making Change in Their Lives - And How Can You Be One of Them?
I think the difference between success and failure in achieving New Year`s Resolutions is the difference between goals and wishes. A wish is something you hope for. A goal is something you plan for.
In my estimation, the vast majority of people are really just making wishes, not goals. And deep down, ...Read Full Text >

Eight Additional Ways to Increase Your Chance of Success:
1. Identify resources or tools that can help.
2. Enlist the support of a mentor or accountability partner.
3. Set aside a specific time each day or week to work on your goal.
4. Virtualize your success - imagine what your life would be like, in vivid detail, when this goal is achieved. Begin to ...Read Full Text >

Save The Date:
The Ladies Philoptochos Society has announced that the Annual Apokreatiko Glendi will be held at the Diplomat West Banquets in Elmurst on Sunday, January 31st, 2010. The Theme this year will be “Super Bowl Blast”. More information will follow in the coming weeks. Due to Pascha (Easter) being much earlier ...Read Full Text >

WEEKLY TRAY DONATIONS:
Please be advised that the Parish Council has decided that effective January 2010, only one tray will be passed at the conclusion of the weekly Divine Liturgy. As you can appreciate and understand, the collection from the second tray does bring in a significant amount of revenue. Therefore it is hoped and ...Read Full Text >

Saint Catherine’s Renovation Project:
We are grateful to the individuals, families, and organizations who have responded to the appeal calling for the renovation of our beloved Saint Catherine’s Chapel. Several items have already been claimed, and we invite those who have not as yet, offered their support to this most worthy project, to please ...Read Full Text >

Website News www.AssumptionChicago.org
There have been many exciting changes to our web site, check out the photo album with its many new pictures which now include Junior Olympics, Mini-Golf, Harvest Day and many more events. 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 ...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.

Ushers
George Arvanites, Diane Berbas, Jack Woods, John Vassiliades and Tom Collis.
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