SUNDAY OF THE BLIND MAN, May 24 -Orthros, 8:30 a.m.
-Divine Liturgy, 9:30 a.m.
-Altar Servers – St. Stephen
-No Church School Classes
-Congregational Singing

MONDAY, May 25 MEMORIAL DAY
-Church Office Closed

TUESDAY, May 26 -Prayer Shawl Ministry, 1:00-3:00 p.m.
-Philoptochos General Assembly, 7:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, May 27 -Men’s Bible Study, 7:00-8:15 p.m.
-Choir Rehearsal, 7:00-9:00 p.m.

THURSDAY, May 28 ASCENSION OF OUR LORD
-Orthros, 9:00 a.m.
-Divine Liturgy, 9:30 a.m.
-Senior Guild Luncheon, following Divine Liturgy
-Choir Rehearsal, 7:00 p.m.

FRIDAY, May 29 -GOYA Friday, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
-Choir Rehearsal, 7:00-9:00 p.m.

SATURDAY, May 30 -50th Anniversary Choir Concert, 7:00 p.m.

SUNDAY, MAY 31 SUNDAY OF THE FATHERS OF THE 1ST ECUMENICAL COUNCIL
-Orthros, 8:30 a.m.
-Divine Liturgy, 9:30 a.m.
-Altar Servers – St. Lawrence
-Church School Staff Meeting, 11:45-12:30 p.m.
-Greek Dancing End-of-Year Party

A MEMORIAL DAY PRAYER Father, as we remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom, we think of how they have followed in the footsteps of Your Son, our Savior, Jesus Christ.
Please hold our service men and women in Your strong arms. Cover them with Your sheltering grace and presence as they stand in the gap for our protection.
We also remember the families of our troops and ask for Your unique blessings to fill their homes with Your peace.
You are the only provision and strength that can fill their lives.
May the members of our armed forces be filled with courage to face each day and may they trust in the Lord’s mighty power to accomplish each task. Let our military brothers and sisters feel our love and support.
Amen.


10-YEAR OLD GREG NEEDS BONE MARROW TRANSPLANT 10-YEAR OLD GREG DESPERATELY NEEDS A BONE MARROW TRANSPLANT: WE CAN HELP!

Greg (Worcester area), who has been battling leukemia for 8 years, needs a bone marrow transplant urgently.
Anyone interested in helping may contact the Caitlin-Raymond International Registry at 508-334-5388.
Ask to speak with Vivian and inform her that you are interested in helping Greg. The test is very simple and painless.
Greg’s aunt, Pamela Massad, may also be contacted for further details at 508-735-7775.
Please remember Greg in your prayers and reach out to him and his family in any way you can.


ST. DEMETRIOS CHURCH SCHOOL MAY VERSE FOR THE MONTH:
“Children, it is your Christian duty to obey your parents, for this is the right thing to do.” Ephesians 6:1

VACATION BIBLE CHURCH SCHOOL REGISTRATION HAS BEGUN
Come in the Church Hall after Liturgy to learn about our program and register your children.
The program runs 6/29 – 7/3, from 9-12 noon for students Pre-K – 6th grade. We need adults and students (7th-12th grade) to volunteer.
Please email Ioana Chirieac at Chirieac@gmail.com if interested.

PHILOPTOCHOS GENERAL ASSEMBLY TUESDAY, MAY 26TH, 7:00 P.M.
Our featured speaker is Margarita Gianakouras, President, Hellenic Women’s Benevolent Fund/Hellenic Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Elections will be held and charitable disbursements will be presented.
Refreshments will also be served.


MEN’S BIBLE STUDY IT’S NEVER TOO LATE TO JOIN!
Join us May 27th, June 10th & 17th, 7-8:15 p.m., for the continuation of our study—“Luke-The Gospel of Compassion”
Together, we come closer to Christ and one another through an examination of God’s “rescue mission” in our own lives and how we can take action in response to His saving love for us. Join us—bring your Bible, an open heart and a desire to meet Christ in the magnificent pages of Luke’s writings.


HYMN OF THE ASCENSION “You have ascended in glory, O Christ Our God, and gladdened your Disciples with the promise of the Holy Spirit; and they were assured by the blessing that You are the Son of God and Redeemer of the world.”


SENIOR GUILD LITURGY AND LUNCHEON THURSDAY, MAY 28TH
We will come together for the Ascension of our Lord (Liturgy begins at 9:30 a.m.), with a wonderful lunch to follow.
Vanessa Theoharis will be our guest speaker.
Come visit with old and new friends—all are welcome!
Also, mark your calendars for our June 10th trip, when we’ll head to Portland, ME for a luncheon and cruise.
Deadline for reservations is May 29th.


50TH ANNIVERSARY CHOIR CONCERT TICKET UPDATE
Saturday, May 30th, at 7:00 p.m.
For ticket information contact Perry & Athena Constas at (508) 359-2439 or Dorothea Ocnos at (508) 877-5954. Donation is only $20 per ticket. Those who joined “Friends of the Choir” or who have reserved tickets for the concert can get their tickets after Liturgy today or at the door the night of the concert.


GREEK DANCING END-OF-YEAR PARTY The Greek Dancing End-of-Year Party will take place on Sunday, May 31st from 11:50 a.m.-12:50 p.m.in the middle school classrooms.
All dancers and their families are invited.
Alums and their families can also join us!
Sign up to bring a drink or snack at margaret.e.talmers@gmail.com or call
Margaret at 617-323-4752.


GOYA NEWS BALLGAME AND END-OF-YEAR BBQ
All GOYAns and parents are invited to our special OCF/GOYA night on May 29th.
Representatives from National OCF will join us for a special presentation on how we can stay connected to our faith during college.
We also look forward to defeating the Parish Council on June 6th at the parish picnic.
The game will begin
at 2:00 p.m.– come ready to play!
Our BBQ/Elections event has been scheduled for Saturday, June 27th at the Kourtis home.
We’ll look forward to celebrating another wonderful year of GOYA and hold our 2009/10 elections.
Thanks to the Kourtis family for hosting us and save the date of the 27th!


GRADUATION SEASON APPROACHES Our High School and College students will soon be graduating and we want to
acknowledge them in a special program
planned for June.
Please contact the Church Office
(781-237-5561) if your son/daughter will be graduating.


PHILOPTOCHOS:SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE NEWS The Scholarship Committee has announced this year’s scholarships for our young students who are entering or are currently in college.
The application can be downloaded from the St. Demetrios website, www.stdemetriosweston.org.
Click on “Ministries/Organizations”,
“Philoptochos” then “Scholarships.”
Please contact Kathy Hamilton at 781-891-8822 or the Church Office.
We encourage eligible students to apply.



50TH ANNIVERSARY PARISH PICNIC SATURDAY, JUNE 6TH, 11:00 A.M.–5:00 P.M.
Our entire Church family is invited to a wonderful BBQ/Picnic where we can celebrate our loving community and 50 years of ministry at St. Demetrios. Details to follow.
Plan to bring the whole family and
lots of friends.
Music, food & fun!


“THE OTHER HOLY LAND” Rebroadcast on Hallmark Channel, June 7th
The hour-long program features four Asia Minor locations: Constantinople, Cappadocia, Ephesus and Smyrna.
Enjoy it Sunday, June 7th: 7-8:00 a.m.
EDT and PDT; 6:00 a.m. CDT. DVD copies are available through GOTelecom: 1-800-888-6835 ($20 each plus $6 shipping).


THE 2009 METROPOLIS AWARDS DINNER Join Spike Gavris and family for this heartfelt event honoring our beloved “parishioner of the year” on Sunday, June 14th at Lombardo’s in Randolph.
Tickets are $75 per person and should be arranged through the Church Office so we can all sit together.
Please call Cathy A.S.A.P. to secure your reservation at 781-237-5561.


EASTER LILLY DONATION FULFILLMENT Our parish greatly appreciates the lilies that adorned our sanctuary on Pascha and beyond.
Donation fulfillment is now vitally needed and kindly requested.
Please send your promised offering to the Church Office at your earliest convenience.


NEW OPPORTUNITY FOR RECEIVING THE VINE Day after day, online communication offers us the most timely, efficient delivery of vital communications and periodicals.
As of our July/August Vine, a user-friendly electronic link to The Vine will be emailed to our parishioners monthly, rather than a hard-copy.
If you would like to opt-out of electronic delivery and receive a hard copy each month, simply contact the Church Office any time.
The benefits of this new system will be many.
To name a few, we will all…
***Receive The Vine more quickly each month.
***Enjoy graphics and lively community pictures in rich color.
***Be able to save and/or archive our The Vine so past issues can be easily referenced.
***Contribute to conservation, as we will vastly cut down on printing/paper usage.


ST. FRANCIS HOUSE OUTREACH OPPORTUNITY Founded in 1984, St. Francis House is the largest day shelter in New England, offering compassionate aid to those who cannot help themselves and to those able to take steps to move themselves up and out of
poverty, unemployment and homelessness.
There is an interest in our parish in volunteering at the House on a weekly basis; carpooling can be arranged.
Please contact Fr. Nick if you are interested.
Learn more at www.stfrancishouse.org.


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: June 9th, Tuesday: St. Demetrios Golf Tournament