St. Demetrios Church, Weston, MA PUBLISH DATE: September 6, 2009

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians 16:13-24

BRETHREN, be watchful, stand firm in your faith, be courageous, be strong. Let all that you do be done in love. ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Matthew 21:33-42
13th Sunday of Matthew

The Lord said this parable, "There was a householder who planted a vineyard, and set a hedge ...Read Full Text >

13th Sunday of Matthew
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The Miracle at Colassai of Archangel Michael
September 6 ...Read Full Text >

Holy Martyr Calodotus
September 6 ...Read Full Text >

14th Monday after Pentecost
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The Forefeast of the Nativity of the Theotokos
September 7 ...Read Full Text >

Sozon the Martyr
September 7 ...Read Full Text >

Kassiani the Hymnographer
September 7 ...Read Full Text >

Euodos and Onesiphoros, Apostles of the 70
September 7 ...Read Full Text >

John the Wonderworker of Novgorod
September 7 ...Read Full Text >

The Nativity of Our Most Holy Lady the Theotokos and Ever-Virgin Mary
September 8 ...Read Full Text >

Sophronios, Bishop of Iberia
September 8 ...Read Full Text >

14th Wednesday after Pentecost
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The Holy & Righteous Ancestors of God, Joachim and Anna
September 9 ...Read Full Text >

Severianos the Martyr of Sebaste
September 9 ...Read Full Text >

Theophanes the Confessor
September 9 ...Read Full Text >

Afterfeast of the Nativity of the Theotokos
September 9 ...Read Full Text >

14th Thursday after Pentecost
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Menodora, Metrodora, & Nymphodora the Martyrs
September 10 ...Read Full Text >

Poulcheria the Empress
September 10 ...Read Full Text >

Afterfeast of the Nativity of the Theotokos
September 10 ...Read Full Text >

14th Friday after Pentecost
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Theodora the Martyr of Alexandria
September 11 ...Read Full Text >

Euphrosynos the Cook
September 11 ...Read Full Text >

Demetrios & Evanthea the Martyrs & their son Demetrianos
September 11 ...Read Full Text >

Sergius and Herman of Valaam, Finland
September 11 ...Read Full Text >

Afterfeast of the Nativity of the Theotokos
September 11 ...Read Full Text >

Apodosis of the Nativity of Our Most Holy Lady the Theotokos and Ever-Virgin Mary
September 12 ...Read Full Text >

Autonomos the Martyr
September 12 ...Read Full Text >

Hieromartyr Cornatus, Bishop of Iconium
September 12 ...Read Full Text >

Agirus, the Hieromartyr of Cornoutus, Bishop of Iconium
September 12 ...Read Full Text >

Daniel of Thassos
September 12 ...Read Full Text >

Julian the Martyr
September 12 ...Read Full Text >

Resurrectional Apolytikion Fourth Tone
Τό φαιδρόν τής Αναστάσεως κήρυγμα, τού Αγγέλου μαθούσαι αι τού Κυρίου Μαθήτριαι, καί τήν προγονικήν απόφασιν απορρίψασαι, τοίς Αποστόλοις καυχώμεναι έλεγον, Εσκύλευται ο θάνατος, ηγέρθη Χριστός ο Θεός, δωρούμενος τώ κόσμω τό μέγα έλεος.

The women disciples of the Lord heard from the angel, the joyful news of the Resurrection and the repeal of the sentence imposed upon our forefathers. With pride they said to the Apostles, "Death is vanquished, Christ our God is risen bestowing upon the world His great mercy." -Translation by Narthex Press


Apolytikion of the Church
Third Tone

The world has found in you a great champion in time of peril, as you emerged the victor in routing the barbarians. For as you brought to naught the boasts of Lyaios, imparting courage to Nestor in the stadium, in like manner, holy one, great Martyr Demetrios, invoke Christ God for us, that He may grant us His great mercy.


Kontakion
In your holy birth, Immaculate One, Joachim and Anna were rid of the shame of childlessness; Adam and Eve of the corruption of death. And so your people, free of the guilt of their sins, celebrate crying: "The barren one gives birth to the Theotokos, who nourishes our life." - Translation by Narthex Press

... that even when prophets had been slain, He had not turned away from them, but had sent His very Son; that the  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 68 on Matthew 21, 4th Century


For nothing was left undone, but all accomplished; ... And "He sent His servants," that is, the prophets, "to  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 68 on Matthew 21, 4th Century


Matins
Sunday - 8:30 a.m.
Weekdays - 9:00 a.m.

Liturgy
Sunday - 9:30 a.m.
Weekdays - 9:30 a.m.

Parish Information
St. Demetrios Church
57 Brown Street
PO Box 463
Weston, MA 02493

Phone: (781) 237-5561
Fax: (781) 237-8612
Website: www.stdemetriosweston.org/
Email: csmith@stdemetriosweston.org

Proistamenos: Rev. Fr. Nicholas Krommydas
Email: frnick@stdemetriosweston.org

Assistant: Fr. Alex Chetsas
Email: fralex@stdemetriosweston.org

 

13TH SUNDAY OF MATTHEW, September 6
-Orthros, 8:30 a.m.
-Divine Liturgy, 9:30 a.m.
-Altar Servers – St. Stephen


MONDAY, September 7
LABOR DAY
-Church Office Closed


TUESDAY, September 8
NATIVITY OF THE THEOTOKOS
-Orthros, 9:00 a.m.
-Divine Liturgy, 9:30 a.m.
-Greek School Registration, 4:00-5:30 p.m.


WEDNESDAY, September 9
-Parish Council Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
-Philoptochos Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m.


THURSDAY, September 10
-Church School Staff Meeting, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
-Choir Rehearsal, 7:30 p.m.


SUNDAY BEFORE THE ELEVATION OF THE CROSS, September 13
-Orthros, 8:30 a.m.
-Divine Liturgy, 9:30 a.m.
-Altar Servers – St. Lawrence
-Ministry Fair in Fellowship Hall
-Church School Begins
-Joint HOPE & JOY Parent Meeting


SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
Peter Bassett, General Chairman of our building effort, and members of our Building Committee would like to invite all parishioners to an open forum about our new sanctuary. A “charrette” has been scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 16th, at 7:00 p.m. Beside the Building Committee sharing the progress of our ...Read Full Text >

ANNUAL MINISTRY FAIR APPROACHES
SEPTEMBER 13, 20 & 27
This three-Sunday event will feature booths staffed by our ministry leaders with flyers, information on future events and ways for you to plug into our St. Demetrios ministries.
This will be an exciting year for our parish—it’s time to recommit our mutual spiritual life and
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NEXT SUNDAY (9/13) CHURCH SCHOOL BEGINS
Please bring your children to Liturgy at 9:30 a.m., so we can get our year off to a great start.
Please contact Stavroula Gurguliatos, Church School Director at StDemetriosChurchSchool@verizon.net.


SEPT. 13TH: HOPE & JOY JOINT PARENT MEETING
Join our HOPE (K-2nd) and JOY (3-6th) leaders for a brief planning meeting following Liturgy.
Together, we’ll make fantastic plans for the year!
Please save the date of our 2nd Annual “Prayerful Pumpkin Carving” event: Oct. 17th.


ST. DEMETRIOS BOOKSTORE
Please visit our church bookstore for an introductory promotional offer of our newly invented Solar Memorial Lights.
Provides spiritual/memorial esthetics during the daytime, illuminates every night without any demands and last for years.
It’s ideal for religious purposes (house, car, boat,
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WELCOME BACK SENIOR GUILD MEMBERS
Our first Liturgy will be the Elevation of the Cross, Monday, September 14th, at 9:30 a.m. with a
luncheon to follow in the Social Hall.
Please be kind enough to bring a can good to replenish our food pantry bin.
Looking forward to seeing you all again and hope many of you will mark your
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FALL ORTHODOX LIFE SERIES
WITH DR. JIM SKEDROS:
“THE EARLIEST CHRISTIANS & THEIR SECULAR WORLD”
Our 2009-2010 will focus its educational and spiritual offerings on the general theme of secularism.
Join Dr. Skedros for five consecutive Tuesdays, Sept. 15th – Oct. 13th), 7:00 – 8:15 p.m. in the Conference Room.
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GREEK LANGUAGE & CULTURAL SCHOOL
AGIASMOS AND BEGINNING OF CLASSES
TUESDAY, SEPT. 15TH
We’re excited for another year full of exciting and enriching lessons and activities. Registration opportunities:
Sept. 8th, 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Sept. 13th following Liturgy in the Fellowship Hall.
Please contact Avra Parpos for details:
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GOYANS--APPLE-PICKING AND BAKING
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2009
Can you believe that our new year is starting! We look forward to an exciting year of fellowship as we journey together to reach new levels in our love for God, for family, for one another and for ourselves.
Our traditional Apple-Picking and Baking is our kick-off event.
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“WELCOME BACK” BBQ
SAVE THE DATE: SUNDAY, SEPT. 20TH
Enjoy fantastic food, connect with friends old and new and celebrate another wonderful year of St. Demetrios ministries and programs.
GOYA apples pies will also be on sale—a perfect fall treat for your family. Bring friends and family and see you on the 20th.


ST. DEMETRIOS/BRANDEIS OCF
WELCOME BACK COLLEGE STUDENTS!
We’re here for you in 2009-10!
Our welcome back dinner-great food and volleyball will be at St. Demetrios on Wed., Sept. 23rd, 7:00 p.m.
Contact Chairs Chris Resmini (chrisresmini@gmail.com, Chris Nakis (cnakis@gmail.com) or Brandeis President,
Kristina Yepez
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FAMILY NIGHT RESUMES
FRIDAY, SEPT. 25TH, 6:00 – 8:00 P.M.
Wonderful sessions activities for HOPE, JOY, GOYA, and of course, our parents!
This year’s theme is “Communication: Listening & Speaking From The Heart.”
Our September guest speaker will be Athina-Eleni Mavroudhis, following up on here excellent presentation
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RETREAT HOUSE – “DOOR OPENING”
SEPTEMBER 26TH AT 11:00 A.M.
The new retreat house at the St. Methodios Retreat Center will be officially opened and dedicated.
Join Archbishop Demetrios, Metropolitan Methodios and the faithful of our Metropolis for this moving, inspirational day.
A bus (with air-conditioning and lavatories)
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50TH ANNIVERSARY BALL APPROACHES
SAVE THE DATE OF OCT. 24TH
Invitations for the Golden Anniversary Ball are in the mail.
Make your reservation early.
Space is limited and we expect a sell out crowd.


INTERESTED IN A FALL/WINTER MEN’S BIBLE STUDY?
Please contact Fr. Alex A.S.A.P. to express your interest.
Possible dates/times will be announced in our October Vine.


PONDERING THOUGHT
“In solitude we encounter not only God but also
our true self.” Henri Nouwen


HOSPITALITY/FELLOWSHIP HOUR HELP!
Georgia Mavro is searching for a
parishioner who would be interested in
joining her in this ministry of fellowship
and Christian hospitality.
She needs help picking up pastry, setting up and coordinating sponsor families.
Please contact Georgia at 508-655-4024.


INTER-ORTHODOX YOUNG ADULT RETREAT
SEPTEMBER 25-27, 2009 AT HC/HC, BROOKLINE, MA
Come explore Orthodoxy and the arts!
The week-end includes workshops on music, movies, pop culture & more, outdoor activities, Saturday evening BBQ and music fest.
Keynote speaker: Bishop Savas of Troas
Retreat details, hotel information and
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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.



TODAY’S WELCOMER: Tina Haratsis

TODAY’S USHERS: John Kiladis, Captain; Chris Pashos, Elaine Grilli, Nick Vekiarides, Laz Vekiarides, Linda Theoharis, Arthur Stameris and Jim Spencer.

Today’s Epistle Reading is found on page 84 in your Red Liturgy Books.
Today’s Gospel Reading is found on page 85 in your Red Liturgy Books.
Apolitikion is found on page 84 in your Green Hymnals.
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