St. Vasilios Church, Peabody, MA PUBLISH DATE: October 28, 2007

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's Letter to the Galatians 6:11-18

BRETHREN, see with what large letters I am writing to you with my own hand. It is those who want to make a good ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Luke 8:41-56
7th Sunday of Luke

At that time, there came to Jesus a man named Jairus, who was a ruler of the synagogue; and ...Read Full Text >

7th Sunday of Luke
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Cosmas & Damianos the Holy Unmercenaries & their mother Theodota
November 1 ...Read Full Text >
Resurrectional Apolytikion
O Faithful, let us sing a hymn of praise and worship to the Logos, coeternal with the Father and the Spirit, who was born of the Virgin for our salvation. Of His own will He went upon the Cross in the flesh and suffered death, to raise the dead through His glorious Resurrection. -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
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
He puts an end to the woman’s fear ... He sets her right, in respect of her thinking to be hid ... He exhibits her  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 31 on Matthew 9, 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 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. Panteleimon Klostri may be contacted anytime at 978-531-0777.

 
CENTENNIAL ALBUMS HAVE ARRIVED & READY FOR SALE
PURCHASE YOUR CHRISTMAS GIFT NOW FOR A LOVED ONE! 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 ...Read Full Text >

Fall Family Event
Saturday, October 27th
3 – 7 pm
Fr. Chris and Fr. Panteli invite the St. Vasilios Community
to join them for an
Afternoon of fellowship filled with fun, games, and prizes
for the whole family
Pizza and Refreshments
Raffle prizes
Teen Café
Balloon artist

Magic Show @ 4 ...Read Full Text >

PTA NEWS
We would like to thank all who volunteered at the Festival this past weekend. We could not have done it with out all of you! We appreciate your time and energy you put into our Festival.
PTA Christmas party will be December 1st.  This will be great fun with  dancing, games, food and more!
We will be ...Read Full Text >

Agape Circle
The Agape Circle (a new fellowship group) will begin on Monday November 5th at 7 p.m. and meet for 7 weeks.  The Agape Circle was designed by Dn. Markos Nicolas of Holy Cross and Boston University (doctoral candidate in pastoral counseling).  The group`s intention is to be a comfortable place for members to ...Read Full Text >

GREEK SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
The introductory class will have their haloween party this Monday, October 29th ; Grades 1-6 will have theirs on Wednesday, October 31st.
Grades



JOY NEWS
Our next meeting will be on November 18th at 3 pm. A special project is planned with Father Panteleimon. Please save the date more details to follow.




PTA NEWS
PTA  cook books can be purchased today at the Festival.  Stop by the Country Store and buy one today.
PTA Christmas party will be December 1st.  This will be great fun with  dancing, games, food and more!
We will be Christmas Caroling to the Vererans on December 15th.  Last year we had a wonderful time ...Read Full Text >

Time to Clean Out Your Attic Treasures!
The Attic Sale this year will be on Saturday, November10th at the Educational Center, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. We will set up the various booths on Friday morning. Donated items will be sorted through every Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings at 8:30 starting on Wednesday October 24. Ladies we need ...Read Full Text >

JUNIOR GOYA NEWS
"Jr. GOYA fund raiser just in time for the holidays - Cookie Dough! Each tub makes 96 cookies for $12 per tub. Taste samples during Coffee Hour on Sunday October 28th and November 4th. Cookie Dough will be pre-ordered and will arrive by Thanksgiving. Prizes awarded to top sellers! Please contact a Jr. GOYA ...Read Full Text >

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

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 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!


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 Offers Prayers for Victims of California Wildfires

October 23, 2007
As the catastrophic wildfires continue to burn and gain momentum in Southern California, Archbishop Demetrios of America, on behalf of the Holy and Eparchial Synod of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, offers his prayers and the prayers of the Greek Orthodox community in America, for the swift extinguishment of the numerous fires that have destroyed lives, homes, livelihoods and over 350,000 acres of land in Southern California. ...Read Full Text >

Encyclical of Archbishop Demetrios of America for "OXI Day"

October 22, 2007
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Investiture of New Archons to be Broadcast from Holy Trinity Cathedral October 28

October 17, 2007
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SUNDAY LITURGY HOURS
Orthros - Greek
8:00 a.m.
1st Divine Liturgy - English
9:00 a.m.
2nd Divine Liturgy - Greek & English
10:30 a.m.
Weekday Services
8:00 a.m. Orthros
9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy

St. Vasilios will celebrate the feast of:

COSMAS & DIAMANOS
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1ST

SYNAXIS OF THE ARCHANGELS
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 8TH

NEKTARIOS THE WONDERWORKER
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9TH
Previous St. Vasilios Church Bulletins
Publish Date:October 21, 2007
Publish Date:October 14, 2007
Publish Date:October 7, 2007
Publish Date:September 16, 2007
Publish Date:September 9, 2007
 
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