St. Demetrios Church, Rocky River, OH PUBLISH DATE: February 7, 2010

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians 8:8-13; 9:1-2

Brethren, food will not commend us to God. We are no worse off if we do not eat, and no better off if we do.  ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Matthew 25:31-46
Judgment Sunday (Meatfare Sunday)

The Lord said, "When the Son of man comes in his glory and all the holy angels with him, then he ...Read Full Text >

Luke the Righteous of Greece
February 7 ...Read Full Text >

Theodore the Commander & Great Martyr
February 8 ...Read Full Text >

Nicephoros the Martyr of Antioch
February 9 ...Read Full Text >

Haralambos the Holy Martyr
February 10 ...Read Full Text >

Theodora the Empress
February 11 ...Read Full Text >

Meletios, Archbishop of Antioch
February 12 ...Read Full Text >

Symeon the Myrrhbearer of Serbia
February 13 ...Read Full Text >
Resurrectional Apolytikion Second Tone
When You descended to death, O Immortal Life, then, the light of Your divinity destroyed Hades. When You raised the dead from the depths of darkness, all the heavenly powers cried out, "Glory to You our Christ, the Giver of Life." -Translation by Narthex Press

Apolytikion for Afterfeast of the Presentation of Our Lord and Savior in the Temple
Hail Virgin Theotokos full of Grace, for Christ our God, the Sun of Righteousness, has dawned from you, granting light to those in darkness. And you, O Righteous Elder, rejoice, taking in your arms, the Deliverance of our souls, who grants us Resurrection. -Translation by Narthex Press

Apolytikion of the Church
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
Your birth sanctified a Virgin's womb and properly blessed the hands of Symeon. Having now come and saved us O Christ our God, give peace to Your commonwealth in troubled times and strengthen those in authority, whom You love, as only the loving One. - Translation by Narthex Press
"Christian love is the 'possible impossibility' to see Christ in another man, whoever he is..."
-Alexander Schmemann, Great Lent, 20th Century


But while the brutes have from nature their unfruitfulness, and fruitfulness, these have it from choice, wherefore  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily on Matt. XXV, 4th Century


And in return for what do they receive such things? For the covering of a roof, for a garment, for bread, for  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 79 on Matthew 25, 2. B#54, p. 476., 4th Century


For surely, as I have said, the sick and he that is in bonds seeks not for this only, but the one to be loosed,  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 79 on Matthew 25, 2. B#54, p. 476., 4th Century

Matins
8:30- 9:30 am

Liturgy
9:30 am - 11:30am

Bible Study
Tuesdays: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
7:00-8:00 PM

Parish Information
St. Demetrios Church
22909 Center Ridge Road
Rocky River, OH 44116

Phone: (440) 331-2246
Fax: (440) 331-8407
Website: http://www.saintdemetriosrr.org
Email: sdrroffice@sbcglobal.net

Proistamenos: Rev. Fr. James A. Doukas

Other Parish Info
Greek School
Tuesdays and Thursdays
5-6:30 PM

 
GOYA TOURNAMENT
We will be hosting the Metropolis of Pittsburgh Basketball Tournament on Feb. 5-7, 2010, and we welcome all our guest players, coaches and chaperones.
For contact information, schedule of events and game brackets, go to www.saintdemetriosrr.org

SOUPER BOWL CHAMPIONS
On Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 7, our parish will help the needy of our community and around the world. Bring in 1 non-perishable food item with you to Liturgy that day. All food collected will go toward starting a Food Pantry for the needy here at St. Demetrios Church. Help our parish be "Souper Bowl" ...Read Full Text >

GO RED
Sun., Feb. 7 has been designated as national "Go Red Sunday" by the National Philoptochos Cardiac Committee’s Heart Health Awareness Program, to promote the American Heart Association`s “Go Red Campaign.” All Philoptochos members across the country are encouraged to wear red to church next Sunday as a ...Read Full Text >

YASSOU VALENTINE POTLUCK
Tue., Feb. 9 All our senior parishioners (55 & up) are invited to a potluck lunch at 12:30 p.m. in the hall. Yassou Club will supply the main meat dish; bring your favorite side dish casserole or dessert. Free will donations will be accepted.

A TIME TO DANCE
Senior Hellenic dance rehearsals (ages 13 & up) will begin on Tue., Feb. 9 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the hall. Weekly practices will be for both the parade and the festival. Contact Eleni Papouras-Jenks in the office with any questions

FEBRUARY FEASTDAYS
Fr. Jim will be at St. Haralambos Church in Canton on Wed., Feb. 10 for their feastday.

Fri., Feb. 19, Pre-sanctified Liturgy at 9 a.m. for St. Philothei in the chapel.

AHEPA SCHOLARSHIP BENEFIT
Fri., Feb. 12 our local Thomas A. Stamatis Metro-Cleveland AHEPA is holding its annual Scholarship Benefit Dinner at St. Demetrios Hall. $50 includes Greek food and open bar. Cocktails at 6 p.m.; dinner at 7:30 p.m. Call Jim Selos (216-978-7775; Paul Manos (440-356-9742) or James Apotsos (440-779-4526) for ...Read Full Text >

SATURDAYS OF SOULS
As we prepare for Lent, there will be Saturday of Souls memorial services on Feb. 6, 13 and 20, all beginning at 9:30 a.m. in church.



EVENTS ELSEWHERE
APOKREATIKO GLENDI Sat., Feb. 13 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Nicholas Church, 2000 Tower Blvd., Lorain. Sponsored by AHEPA Chapter 144. $20/adult; $5/student includes dance music & complimentary mezedakia; cash bar. Prizes will be awarded for best costume. Call the church office (440-960-2992) for tickets.
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GODPARENTS SUNDAY
Feb. 14 Sunday School students are encouraged to attend the Divine Liturgy with their godparent(s).

VALENTINES DAY WITH JOY
Sun., Feb. 14 bring your little cupids (ages 5-12) to the JOY Room from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. for crafts, snacks, and lots of fun.

MEMORIAL BLOOD DRIVE
Mon., Feb. 15 (President’s Day) from 2-7 p.m., the Paterakis family in conjunction with the Red Cross and the Zapis Activity Center is organizing a blood drive in memory of Steve Paterakis, who had received multiple blood transfusions before losing his battle with cancer. Call Danielle Paterakis-Cansky at ...Read Full Text >

FESTIVAL PREP
Mon., Feb. 15 at 7 p.m. in the hall will be the first organizational meeting for the 2010 Festival. All chairpeople or those interested in chairing an area need to attend. Cooking dates will be set at this time. We also need creative ideas for various marketing opportunities and any new ideas/changes must be ...Read Full Text >

GENERAL ASSEMBLY
Mon., Feb. 22, at 7 p.m. in the hall. A quorum of 25 members in Good Standing is required. If quorum is not met the meeting will take place on March 1.

ORATORICAL FESTIVAL
The local round will take place on Sun., Feb. 28. Please note the following changes to the schedule:
Interested Sunday School students should contact their teacher for the informational packet and register by Sun., Feb. 7. 1st draft is due by Feb. 14; final draft by Feb. 21. Email them to Tina Hericks at ...Read Full Text >

ZAPIS ACTIVITIES
Soccer Skills with George Mallias Fridays 6-8 p.m.
Kids Basketball Skills: Saturdays 1-3 p.m., for children ages 5-12.
Adult Golf : Tuesdays 6:30 p.m., starting Feb. 16. At least 10 people needed. $25 for 5 weeks.
Kids Baseball Skills: Saturdays 7-9 a.m. Each week in March. Call Nick Hillman to ...Read Full Text >

2010 CALENDARS
Pick up your packet in the office Mon=Fri from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

SILENT PRAYER
Each Wednesday from 10-11 a.m., the church is open for Silent Prayer time for whoever wishes to take part.

LENTEN EVENTS
2010 LENTEN LECTURE SERIES: WHAT IS ORTHODOXY ALL ABOUT?
The St. Syncletika Spiritual Life Committee of St. Demetrios Church invites you to join Fr. Jim on Wednesday evenings during Lent for worship, sustenance and edification!
6 p.m. Pre-sanctified Liturgy in the church
7 p.m. Lenten meal in the ...Read Full Text >
Find Them, Greet Them, Love Them: Redefining Our Ministry To Young Adults

January 29, 2010
In an effort to revitalize young adult ministry in the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, the Department of Youth and Young Adult Ministries will launch a 2010 National Awareness Campaign for Young Adults ...Read Full Text >

Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew And Archbishop Demetrios Condemn Arson Of Synagogue In Crete

January 22, 2010
It is with profound sadness that we were informed at the Ecumenical Patriarchate about the new arson attempt against the building of the Hebrew Synagogue in the Old City of Chania. ...Read Full Text >
SUNDAY 2/7
8:30; 9:30 a.m. Orthros; Divine Liturgy; Sunday School
11:00 a.m. GOYA brunch (in the hall
Noon GOYA Championship Games

MONDAY 2/8

TUESDAY 2/9
11:00 a.m. Bible Study
12:30 p.m. Yassou Club Potluck
5:00 p.m. Greek School
6:30 p.m. Senior Dancers practice (hall)

WEDNESDAY 2/10
10:00 a.m. Silent Prayer time (church)
7:00 p.m. Parish Council meeting

THURSDAY 2/11
5:00 p.m. Greek School
6:45 p.m. Daughters of Penelope meeting

FRIDAY 2/12
6:00 p.m. AHEPA Scholarship Benefit

SATURDAY 2/13
9:30 a.m. Saturday of Souls
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