St. Vasilios Church, Peabody, MA PUBLISH DATE: October 14, 2007

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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Kosmas the Hagiopolite
October 14 ...Read Full Text >

Resurrectional Apolytikion
Let the heavens rejoice and the earth be glad, for the Lord by His Might, has created a Dominion. He has conquered death by death, and become the first-born of the dead. He has delivered us from the depths of Hades, and has granted the world great mercy. -Translation by Narthex Press

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. - Translation by Holy Transfiguration Monastery

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
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

For indeed this also is a part of the devil's craft, by the side of the truth always to bring in error, painting  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 46 on Matthew 13, 4th Century


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

Liturgy
Summer; 1st Divine Liturgy 9:00 a.m.

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 Andrew J. Demotses Ret.
Email: Frandrew@stvasilios.org

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

Assistant: Rev. Deacon Robert 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. Costin Popescu may be contacted anytime at 978-531-0777.

 

CENTENNIAL ALBUMS HAVE ARRIVED & READY FOR SALE
We have just received the shipment of completed albums which will be available on Sunday’s during the coffee hour, during regular church business hours at our office, and during our upcoming Festival, while the supply lasts.
Because of the tremendous response to our congratulatory messages from
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St. Vasilios Greek Festival
The 2007 St. Vasilios Greek Festival will take place Friday, Saturday and Sunday, October 19 - 21, 2007. For more information, contact Festival Chairman Paul Makridis at 781 639 8680 or Speros Venios at 978 531 0476.


Resource Center
The icons which are  displayed on the shelf in the Narthex are available for purchase. The icon of St. Demetrios is featured this week whose feast day in on October 26th.  Please enclose  payments in the envelopes on the shelf and put on the candle tray.  


Church School News
Church School Communion: November 11th and December 8th are the next scheduled dates for Church School communion.
Church School Teacher’s Meeting: There will be a brief meeting for all Church School teachers on October 14th at 11:30 a.m. in the parlor room


JUNIOR GOYANS
ATTENTION ALL JUNIOR GOYANS:
Meeting today, from 4-5:30 pm in the Parlor Room. New members always welcome. We hope to see you there!


PTA NEWS
Sunday, 14th, the PTA will be having a meeting @ coffee hour. Please join us to hear about up coming events.
Our Festival will be October 19, 20 and 21st.   We need volunteers, please sign up today,
The country store is looking for donations for the festival. Items such as baked goods, crafts, penny
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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
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Church School News
Church School Communion: Students are to receive Holy Communion on October 14th. Parents, please prepare your child accordingly. November 11 and December 8 are the next scheduled dates for Church School communion.

Church School Teacher’s Meeting: There will be a brief meeting for all Church
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PTA NEWS
* We will be having a Macy`s Fundraiser on Saturday October 13th. Buy a ticket for $5 get 20% off most purchases all day. We will be selling tickets through out September at coffee hour or you can contact a PTA member.
* The Church Festival will be the week of October 19th and we are looking for servers
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Save the dates:
Greek School Reunion Dance November 24


Inquirer’s Class
Have you ever wished you could attend an introductory class on the Orthodox Faith? Would you like to learn more about your faith? Are you interested in perhaps becoming Orthodox? You can find answers to these questions and more by attending the Inquirer’s Class that will begin meeting on Tuesday evenings ...Read Full Text >

Community Credit Union Donation Program
From June 1, 2007 to December 31, 2007 the Credit Union will donate $100 to the St. Vasilios Building Fund for every member of St. Vasilios who will open a savings and a checking account at the Peabody branch (32 Central St.), up to a maximum of $5000. Please consider helping the church by opening an ...Read Full Text >

NO PARKING
DO NOT PARK WHERE IT IS LEGGALY 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!


St. Stephen`s Ministry to the shut-ins
We would like to thank all volunteers who made great efforts to visit most of our parishioners that are confined at home or in nursing homes. We have received many more requests, and we will continue the visits. Fr. Chris has called a meeting for Tuesday, April 24th at 1pm in the parlor room. Mary Franggos ...Read Full Text >

Archbishop Demetrios of America to Receive Athenagoras Human Rights Award Oct. 27

October 10, 2007
Deputy Secretary of State John Negroponte Main Speaker Congressman Zack Space to be Master of Ceremonies ...Read Full Text >

Announcement from the Holy Eparchial Synod

October 10, 2007
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Weekday Services
St. Vasilios will celebrate the feast of:
St. cleopatra
Friday, October 19th
8:00 a.m. Orthros
9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy

ST. IAKOVOS
Monday, October, 22nd
6:00 p.m. Divine Liturgy

St. Demetiros
Friday, October 26th
8:00 a.m. Orthros
9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy
Previous St. Vasilios Church Bulletins
Publish Date:October 7, 2007
Publish Date:September 16, 2007
Publish Date:September 9, 2007
Publish Date:September 2, 2007
 
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