St. Vasilios Church, Peabody, MA PUBLISH DATE: March 16, 2008

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's Letter to the Hebrews 11:24-26,32-40

Brethren, by faith Moses, when he was grown up, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh's daughter, choosing ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
John 1:43-51
Sunday of Orthodoxy

At that time, Jesus decided to go to Galilee. And he found Philip and said to him, "Follow me." ...Read Full Text >

Sunday of Orthodoxy
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Resurrectional Apolytikion
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." -Translation by Narthex Press

Apolytikion for Sunday of Orthodoxy
O Christ our God, begging forgiveness of our sins, we venerate Your Pure Image, O Good One. Of your own will you condescended to ascend upon the Cross in the flesh and deliver those You created from the bondage of the enemy. Wherefore, thankfully, we cry out, "When You came to save the world, Your filled all things with joy, O Our Savior." -Translation by Narthex Press

Apolytikion of the Church
Your voice resounded throughout the world that received your word by which, in godly manner, you taught dogma, clarified the nature of beings, and set in order the character of people. Venerable father, Royal Priesthood, intercede to Christ God to grant us great mercy.

Kontakion
To you, Theotokos, invincible Defender, having been delivered from peril, I, your city, dedicate the victory festival as a thank offering. In your irresistible might, keep me safe from all trials, that I may call out to you: "Hail, unwedded bride!" - Translation by Narthex Press

Apolytikion for Sunday of Orthodoxy
O Christ our God, begging forgiveness of our sins, we venerate Your Pure Image, O Good One. Of your own will you condescended to ascend upon the Cross in the flesh and deliver those You created from the bondage of the enemy. Wherefore, thankfully, we cry out, "When You came to save the world, Your filled all things with joy, O Our Savior." -Translation by Narthex Press

Kontakion
The indescribable word of God became defined when He became incarnate of You O Theotokos. He restored our soiled image to what it was of old by joining it to His divine beauty. We confess salvation, and recount it in word and deed. -Translation by Narthex Press

Peter, when after so many miracles and such high doctrine he confessed that, "Thou art the Son of God" (Matt.  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 21 on John 1, 1. B#58, pp. 72, 73, 4th Century


Matins
Winter; Matins (Orthros) - 8:00 a.m.

Liturgy
1st Divine Liturgy - English
9:00 a.m.
2nd Divine Liturgy - Greek & English
10:30 a.m.

Bible Study
Fr. Chris’s bible study will meet on Tuesday afternoons from 3-4:30. The topic will be The Gospel of John.
Fr. Panteleimon’s bible study will meet on Thursday evenings from 7 - 8 p.m. The topic will be The Book of Psalms.
Deacon Michael’s bible study will meet on Thursday afternoons from 1 - 2 p.m. The topic will be The Letter to the Galatians and the Acts of the Apostles.

Parish Information
St. Vasilios Church
5 Paleologos Street
Peabody, MA 01960

Phone: (978) 531-0777
Fax: 1 (978) 538-9522
Website: http://www.stvasilios.org
Email: info@stvasilios.org

Proistamenos: Rev. Fr. Christopher Foustoukos
Email: Frchris@stvasilios.org

Assistant: Rev. Fr .Panteleimon Klostri
Email: Frpanteli@stvasilios.org

Assistant: Rev. Fr Andrew J. Demotses Ret.
Email: Frandrew@stvasilios.org

Assistant: Rev. Fr. Charles L. Mihos Ret.

Assistant: Rev. Deacon Michael Fadel

Other Parish Info
Opportunities for service & Fellowship
Philoptohos Athena Philoptohos Athena Presidents; Mrs Ruth Morfis (978)-531-8655
St. Vasilios PTA Co-President: Christine Martins & Stacia Pantazelos St. Vasilios Choirs Nicoletta Davekos, Director, 922-9434
St. Vasilios Men’s Club Stephen Stephanides, Treasurer, 744-8531
James Demotses Asst. Treasurer
Youth Programming Speros Venios, 531-0476
Church School - are available in the Church School office each Sunday morning throughout the school year.
Greek School - Emily Korkaris, principal, is available in the Educational Center weekdays from 3 - 5 p.m. throughout the school year. You may also reach her via E-mail at EMECA@AOL.COM
Church Office - Kay Lekos and Irene Stephanides are available to answer questions and to provide assistance. Office hours are Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Summer hours are 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
Tel. 978-531-0777, fax: 978-538-9522, e-mail: info@stvasilios.org visit our website at www.stvasilios.org
Parish President - Speros Venios - 978-531-0476
Our two priests, Fr. Christopher Foustoukos and Fr. Panteleimon Klostri may be contacted anytime at 978-531-0777.

 

March 16, 2008
Encyclical of SCOBA for the Feast of the Sunday of Orthodoxy
“The honor rendered to the icon ascends to the Prototype.”
- St. Basil the Great, “On the Holy Spirit”


The Hierarchs of the Standing Conference
of the Canonical Orthodox Bishops in the Americas

To all the Clergy and the Laity of the Holy Orthodox
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March 4, 2008
United We Can Accomplish Miracles
This past week I had occasion to attend a joint meeting of the Metropolis Council and Faith & Heritage Center Committee, and the monthly dinner of the Alpha Omega Council, where Michael Sintros and I were invited to made a presentation about the Youth Ministries of the Metropolis. Following these ...Read Full Text >

Men`s Club News; March Dinner Meeting
March Dinner Meeting
The Men’s Club March Dinner Meeting will be held on Wednesday, March
26, 2008, at Angelica’s on Rt. 114 in Danvers. Appetizers, Dinner and Dessert for only $20. To make your dinner reservation, please contact Eric Zisis at 978 745 4897 or Anthony Koutzoukis at 978 531 3086.


Basketball Update
BASKETBALL NEWS
The Harry Agganis Tournament will take place on
April 10th-13th at St George Church in Lynn.
Practices will be held at the Fr. Andrew Demotses
Educational Center at 8 pm as follows:
Tuesday nights, for High School Girls
Contact: George Coufos
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Basketball Update
BASKETBALL NEWS
The Harry Agganis Tournament will take place on
April 10th-13th at St George Church in Lynn.
Practices will be held at the Fr. Andrew Demotses
Educational Center at 8 pm as follows:
Tuesday nights, for High School Girls
Contact: George Coufos
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Flag Raising Ceremony; City of Peabody
City Of Peabody
Flag Raising Ceremony
Once again, Mayor Michael Bonfanti has invited the St. Vasilios Greek School to join him at the annual Greek Independence Day Flag Raising and Ceremony at Peabody City Hall, Monday, March 24, 2008 at 3:45 pm. All are invited to attend, and a brief reception will
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TAKE A PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LANDS
Maria C. Khoury lives in the only all-Christian village left in Palestine, the village of Taybeth, the biblical town of Ephraim where our Lord Jesus Christ went to rest before His crucifixion (John 11:54).
Today, Saint George, the Orthodox Church in Taybeth, is making an effort to maintain the Christian
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Jr. GOYA Announcement
Attn Jr. GOYA: We will be having our next meeting today March 16th in the Educational Center from 4-5:30.  Hope to see you all there!





Choral Art Society Concert; May 10th Saturday
The Choral Art Society of 60 singers will perform Rachmaninoff’s masterpiece of sacred choral music know as the Vespers (All-Night Vigil). The piece is approximately one hour of Orthodox music that demands great vocal power and technique by its performers.

In 2006, we were thrilled to hear the
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Parish Nurse
St. Vasilios is beginning its Parish Nursing program during the month of March. Sophia Grevelis, R.N., has joined our St. Vasilios Ministry Team in 2007 with the express purpose of establishing this new ministry. She works with Father Chris Foustoukos in a confidential manner to identify, support and guide ...Read Full Text >

Scholarship Dance
The PTA is looking for 2 co-chairs to shadow this year and co-chair the event next year.   Please contact Christine Martins @ 978-979-2612 if you are interested.


BASKETBALL NEWS
The Harry Agganis Tournament will take place on
April 10th-13th at St George Church in Lynn.
Practices will be held at the Fr. Andrew Demotses
Educational Center at 8 pm as follows:
Tuesday nights, for High School Girls
Contact: George Coufos 978-339-3085
Thursday nights, for High
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Volunteers Needed
The Course on Marriage and Family is looking for couples married 25 years or more who are willing to be interviewed. The interviews will of course be anonymous If your willing to help our seminarians please call Father Chris @ 978-531-0777.


PTA NEWS
Raffle Dazzle Fundraiser
The PTA will be having the Raffle Dazzle Fundraiser on Thursday, May 8th. Save this date and have a fun night out with food, drink and chances to win lots of prizes. 
Tickets will be available for purchase soon! 
We are also looking for donations for this event. We
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St. Makrina Study Group
The St. Makrina women’s study group will resume its meetings on February 27th from 9:30 to – 11:00 a.m. This group will learn about our faith by reading and dicussing various Orthodox books. This women’s study group will meet for an eight week period. Anyone interested in joining or finding out more ...Read Full Text >

PHILOPTOCHOS INDEPENDENCE DAY DINNER
SAINT VASILIOS PHILOPTOCHOS "ATHENA"
INDEPENDENCE DAY DINNER
SUNDAY, MARCH 30TH
 
The Philoptochos invites you to attend the annual Independence Day Dinner at the Saint Vasilios Rev. Andrew J. Demotses Educational Center immediately following the Second Divine Liturgy. After the dinner the
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Greek School News
Independence Day Program The annual celebration of our Indpendence will take place on Sunday, March 30th at 2:00 p.m. The students will present poems, songs, skits, dances, and the EVZONES. The teachers and students invite you to join in their celebration of Greek Independence.


Boston Greek Independence Day Parade
The Boston Greek Independence Day Parade will take place on Sunday, April 6, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. Busses will leave from St. Vasilios at 11:00 a.m. In addition to the Greek School, all parishioners, and parish organizations are invited to attend. To make a reservation for the bus, please contact the church ...Read Full Text >

BIBLE STUDY; Fr Chris & Deacon Michael
Fr. Chris’s bible study will meet on Tuesday afternoons from 2:30-4:00.

Deacon Michael’s bible study will meet on Thursday afternoons from 1 - 2:30. The topic will be St. Paul’s 1st Epistle to the Corinthians. The first meeting will be on Thursday January 17th.


MEN’S CLUB
June 14th—Men’s Club Ladies Night at Angelicas
July 21st—32nd Annual Men’s Club Golf Tournament at Georgetown Country club.


Centennial History Album Gift
This year, we have an opportunity for a unique gift during this holiday season, our Centennial history album. This album is not only a permanent record of the Centennial year, but also contains a comprehensive history of our parishes first 100 years. In addition, the album contains information about our ...Read Full Text >

Resource Center New Look!
The icons which are now displayed in special cases opposite the church office and in th Educational Center foyer. Please enclose  payments in the envelopes on the shelf and put on the candle tray.  More information available at our church office. Please call Kaye @978-531-2928 or Stephanie @ 978-531-1998 ...Read Full Text >

GREEK TRADITIONS & CUSTOMS BOOK
Mary Franggos (978-531-1336) has copies of “A Guide to Greek Traditions and Customs in America” by Mary Rouvelas for sale at $30/copy.


NO PARKING
DO NOT PARK WHERE IT IS LEGALLY MARKED: NO PARKING". You will receive a ticket from Peabody Police Dept. reserved spots for New England Market when you attend our services. Violators will be towed. They are great neighbors and we don't want to offend them!


Catechetical Address of Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew on the Commencement of Holy and Great Lent

March 7, 2008
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Weekday Services
8:00 a.m. Orthros
9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy

Monday, March 17th
7 Pm Compline
&
Presanctified liturgy
Wednesday, March 19th
Liturgy at 6Pm
&
Salutations to the Theotokos
Friday , March 21stat 7 Pm
&
Annunciation
Trith, March 25th
&
Presanctified liturgy
Wednesday, March 26th
&
Salutations to the Theotokos
Friday , March 28th at 7 Pm
&
Monday, March 31ST
7 Pm Compline
&
Wednesday, APRIL 2ND
Presanctified Liturgy
6 PM
&
FRIDAY, APRIL 4TH
Presanctified Liturgy
6 PM
&
Monday, APRIL 7TH
7 Pm Compline
Previous St. Vasilios Church Bulletins
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