St. Vasilios Church, Peabody, MA PUBLISH DATE: December 30, 2007

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's First Letter to Timothy 1:15-17

Timothy, my son, the saying is sure and worthy of full acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to ...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 >

Circumcision of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ
January 1 ...Read Full Text >
Resurrectional Apolytikion
O Christ, the angelic powers appeared at Your tomb, the guards were as dead, and Mary stood by the sepulcher, seeking Your sacred body. You destroyed Hades yet remained untouched by it. You encountered the Virgin and through her, bestowed Life. Glory to You who has risen from the dead! -Translation by Narthex Press

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

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 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

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
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
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
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.

 
January 1, 2008
Encyclical of Archbishop Demetrios of America for the Feast of Saint Basil and the New Year
Protocol 01/08

January 1, 2008
Feast of Saint Basil and the New Year

To the Most Reverend Hierarchs, the Reverend Priests and Deacons, the Monks and Nuns, the Presidents and Members of the Parish Councils of the Greek Orthodox Communities, the Distinguished Archons of the ...Read Full Text >
Reception for Metropolitan Methodios; Jan 1st
Basil the Great; Tuesday, January 1st
9:00 a.m. Orthros
10:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy
A reception for his Eminence and parishioners will be hosted by The Philoptochos following the Divine Liturgy

HOLIDAY CHURCH OFFICE HOURS
The office will be closing on Monday, December 31 at 1:00pm and will re-open on Wednesday January 2, 2008.


PTA NEWS
Thank you to all who helped at the Christmas Breakfast.  We appreciate your help in making the Breakfast a success!

Christmas Caroling to the Veterans was postponed due to weather, we will have a date in January set soon.  More information to follow.

Our next PTA meeting is Sunday, January ...Read Full Text >

College Students & Young Adults Coffee Hour; Dec 30th
College students and young adults coffee hour today in Parlor Room following the first Divine Liturgy.


St. Vasilios Homecoming December 30th
Attention all college students and young adults….
Please join us on Sunday, December 30th as we welcome you back to St. Vasilios during your college break. Please join us for the first Divine Liturgy, followed by a special coffee hour of refreshments and fellowship. For more information, or to RSVP, ...Read Full Text >

PARISH COUNCIL ELECTIONS; December 9th
PARISH COUNCIL ELECTIONS; December 9th
Apostolos Makridis
Nicholas Chihlas Diane Nikola
Nicholas Collins Lane Nordquist
Stacia Pantazelos
Pirro Deftos Costa Partalides
Kristi Fadel Marylou Sambatakos ...Read Full Text >

Centennial History Album Christmas 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
The icons which are  displayed on the shelf in the Narthex are available for purchase.  Please enclose  payments in the envelopes on the shelf and put on the candle tray.  Please call Kaye @978-531-2928 or Stephanie @ 978-531-1998 with any questions.


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.


St. Stephen’s Volunteers
The St. Stephen’s volunteers have begun visitations for The Holy Season of Christmas. Fr. Panteleimon and Deacon Michael will also be visiting the home-bound to administer the sacrament of Holy Communion. These visitations will continue through January 7, 2008.

If you are aware of a parishioner of ...Read Full Text >

FOOD DRIVE
The church school will be collecting canned goods for the  Crombie Street Shelter and Haven From Hunger.    These food   pantries  are in  desperate  need of supplies.  Please make every effort to contribute to this very worthy cause especially during the Christmas Season. Collections may be dropped off at ...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!


Press Release from FAITH: An Endowment for Orthodoxy and Hellenism

December 17, 2007
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Weekday Services
St. Vasilios will celebrate the feast of:

Basil the Great
Tuesday. January 1st
9:00 a.m. Orthros
10:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy
A reception for his Eminence and parishioners will be hosted by The Philoptochos following the Divine Liturgy.
&
Eve of Theofany
Saturday. January 5TH
8:00 a.m. Orthros
9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy
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