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Apolytikion for Great and Holy Pascha
Christ is risen from the dead, trampling death by death, and bestowing life on those in the graves. -Translation by Narthex Press
Apolytikion for Great and Holy Pascha
When they who were with Mary came, anticipating the dawn, and found the stone rolled away from the sepulchre, they heard from the Angel: Why seek ye among the dead, as though He were mortal man, Him Who abideth in everlasting light? Behold the grave-clothes. Go quickly and proclaim to the world that the Lord is risen, and hath put death to death. For He is the Son of God, Who saveth the race of men. - Translation by Holy Transfiguration Monastery
Kontakion
Though You went down into the tomb, You destroyed Hades' power, and You rose the victor, Christ God, saying to the myrrh-bearing women, "Hail!" and granting peace to Your disciples, You who raise up the fallen. - Translation by Narthex Press
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Now this is a proof that Christ is God the Word, and the Power of God. For whereas human things cease, and the ...Read Full Text >
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And Power, as the Sustainer of all created things, and the Furnisher to them of power to keep themselves together. ...Read Full Text >
-St. Gregory the Theologian, Fourth Theological Oration, 4th Century
...all knowledge, strength and virtue are the grace of God, as are all other things. And through grace He has ...Read Full Text >
-St. Peter of Damaskos, A Treasury of Divine Knowledge, Book 1: Introduction, Philokalia Vol. 3 edited by Palmer, Sherrard and Ware; Faber and Faber pg. 89, 8th century
But why did He appear not to all, but to the Apostles only? Because to the many it would have seemed a mere ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily I on Acts I, 4th Century
...'the light' already 'shines in the darkness' (Jn. 1:5), both by day and by night, both within and without - ...Read Full Text >
-St. Symeon the New Theologian, Discourses: XXVIII sect. 4, Paulist Press pg. 298, 11th century
We often hear from others, or sometimes read in the works of others, what God has placed in our mind and heart, ...Read Full Text >
-St. John of Kronstadt, My Life in Christ, Part 1; Holy Trinity Monastery pg. 31, 19th century
We often receive through prayer that which we have asked for, especially when we pray for that which relates to ...Read Full Text >
-St. John of Kronstadt, My Life in Christ, Part 1; Holy Trinity Monastery pg. 12, 19th century
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SUNDAY OF PASCHA, April 19
-Great Vespers of Agape, 11:00 a.m.
RENEWAL MONDAY, April 20
-Church Office Closed
RENEWAL WEDNESDAY, April 22
-Great Vespers, 7:00 p.m., St. George Church, Lynn
-Men’s Bible Study, 7:00 – 8:15 p.m.
RENEWAL THURSDAY, April 23
FEAST OF ST. GEORGE
-Orthros, 9:00 a.m.
-Divine Liturgy, 9:30 a.m.
-Senior Guild Luncheon
RENEWAL FRIDAY, April 24
FEAST OF THE THEOTOKOS OF THE LIFE-GIVING FONT
-Orthros, 9:00 a.m.
-Divine Liturgy, 9:30 a.m.
-Salvation Army Miracle Kitchen, 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
-GOYA Friday, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
SATURDAY, April 25
-Hellenic Nursing Home, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
SUNDAY OF ST. THOMAS, April 26
-Orthros, 8:30 a.m.
-Divine Liturgy, 9:30 a.m.
-Congregational Singing
-Altar Servers – St. Stephen
-Greek Independence Day Parade, Boston
-Greek Dancing
THE RESURRECTION
“The Resurrection of Jesus Christ is the fundamental truth and absolute fact of the Christian faith. It is the central experience and kerygma (message) of the Church.
Christ’s Resurrection is the guarantee of our salvation.
Together with His Ascension it brings to perfection God’s union with us ...Read Full Text >
THANK YOU!
We thank all who volunteered, donated and served during Lent and Holy Week.
As always, this period is filled with spiritual beauty inspiring us to live in the “unwaning light”
of our Lord’s Resurrection.
May our Risen Lord receive our gifts of time, treasure and talent with the Spirit that ...Read Full Text >
PARISH GENERAL ASSEMBLY
On May 19th, join us for a General Assembly meeting concerning the urgent state of our Church– building infrastructure.
A light supper will be served at 6:00 p.m. and the meeting will begin promptly at 7:00 p.m.
Child care will be provided.
Please mark this a priority: your voice, ...Read Full Text >
ST. DEMETRIOS CHURCH SCHOOL
APRIL VERSE FOR THE MONTH:
“And walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us.” (Eph.5:2)
GREEK DANCING – APRIL 26
TH Grades 4 – 12. For information please contact Margaret Talmers: 617-323-4752 or Margaret.e.talmers@gmail.com.
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SENIOR GUILD
APRIL 23RD - LITURGY & LUNCHEON
Join us on the 23rd to celebrate the Feast of St. George with Divine Liturgy at 9:30 a.m. and a light lunch to follow.
Also, save the date of June 10th for our trip to Portland, ME (deadline for reservations is May 29th).
MEN’S BIBLE STUDY
We’ll look forward to our regularly scheduled meeting on April 22nd, 7:00-8:15 p.m.
CHOIR CONCERT
In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of our Church, the Choir of St. Demetrios will present a Concert of Sacred Music on Sat., May 30th at 7:00 p.m.
Choir Director, Gregory Condakes, will conduct his original composition, the Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom, in Greek and English.
Tickets ...Read Full Text >
GOYA: MUSCLES NEEDED!
Our Choir Members are seeking help from our GOYANs in preparation for the upcoming Choir concert in May (dates TBA).
A great, fun wood-working experience and set-up/break-down help are on the agenda.
This is a great way to serve our parish and also earn service hours for school.
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OCF: WALK FOR HUNGER & BBQ
OCF: WALK & END-OF-SEMESTER BBQ – MAY 3RD
We’ll join Met. Methodios for “the Walk” and then meet at Fr. Alex & Pres. Brandy’s for an end-of-semester celebration.
Details to follow. Save the date!
To our fellow parishioners: through the Walk for Hunger, we’re attempting to raise $2,000 to ...Read Full Text >
HABITAT BUILD
Our scheduled build-day of August 22nd is being carefully prepared for and our entire parish is excited and moved about this fantastic outreach opportunity.
Thanks to all who have expressed their interest in participating.
Elaine Fischer, Event Chair, may be contacted for further details.
MARCH/APRIL BROWN BAG MINISTRY
Benefiting St. Bridget’s Food Pantry, a ministry
of Holy Resurrection Orthodox Church in Allston.
Any canned/non-perishable foods are welcome
and brown bags can be found at the front and back doors of the building.
Please do everything you can to reach out to those who need us by April ...Read Full Text >
ADDRESS UPDATES
Do you receive our St. Demetrios e-bulletins, mailings and/or e-announcements?
In our effort to maintain effective communication let us know if any of your contact information has changed or you would like to be added to our family contact list.
Please call the Church Office at 781-237-5561.
ALTAR SERVERS
St. Lawrence Team: Capts Lee Condakes & Tom Resmini Mike Gatzunis, Matt Gatzunis, Anthony Houhoulis,
John Kambouris and Luke Pashos.
St. Stephen Team: Capts Anthony Chirban, Jason Theoharis, & Peter Mavrikis -Perry Maheras, Kosta Pappas, Alex Santangelo and Nick Spinale.
PLANNING AHEAD:
* May 19th, Tuesday, Special General Assembly
* June 9th, Tuesday: St. Demetrios Golf Tournament
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