St. Demetrios Church, Rocky River, OH PUBLISH DATE: May 31, 2009

Epistle Reading
Acts of the Apostles 20:16-18, 28-36

IN THOSE DAYS, Paul had decided to sail past Ephesos, so that he might not have to spend time in Asia; for he ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
John 17:1-13
Fathers of the 1st Council

At that time, Jesus lifted up his eyes to heaven and said, "Father, the hour has come; glorify ...Read Full Text >

Eusebius and Haralambos the Monk-martyrs
May 31 ...Read Full Text >

Justin the Philosopher & Martyr and his Companions
June 1 ...Read Full Text >

Nikephoros the Confessor, Patriarch of Constantinople
June 2 ...Read Full Text >

Athanasios the Wonderworker
June 3 ...Read Full Text >

Mary & Martha, the sisters of Lazarus
June 4 ...Read Full Text >

Dorotheos the Holy Martyr, Bishop of Tyre
June 5 ...Read Full Text >

5 Virgins of Caesarea: Martha, Mary, Cyris, Valeria & Marcia
June 6 ...Read Full Text >
Resurrectional Apolytikion Plagal of the Second Tone
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 6th Thursday after Pascha/Ascension
O Christ our God, You ascended in Glory and gladdened Your disciples by the promise of the Holy Spirit. Your blessing assured them that You are the Son of God, the Redeemer of the world. -Translation by Narthex Press

Apolytikion for Fathers of the 1st Council
You are greatly glorified, O Christ our God, who established our Fathers as luminaries upon the earth, and through them led us all to the true Faith. O Most compassionate, glory to You. -Translation by Narthex Press

Kontakion
O Christ our God, upon fulfilling Your dispensation for our sake, You ascended in Glory, uniting the earthly with the heavenly. You were never separate but remained inseparable, and cried out to those who love You, "I am with you and no one is against you." - Translation by Narthex Press
For there is One God, and One Mediator between God and Man, the Man Christ Jesus. For He still pleads even now as  ...Read Full Text >
-St. Gregory the Theologian, 4th Theological Oration, 4th Century


... for He continues to wear the Body which He assumed, until He make me God by the power of His Incarnation;  ...Read Full Text >
-St. Gregory the Theologian, 4th Theological Oration, 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

 
OFFICE HOURS FOR MEMORIAL WEEK
Office hours on May 27-29 will be from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The phone will be staffed during those hours, but please note that email will NOT be checked until Mon, June 1.

ASCENSION SERVICE
Thu., May 28 at 9:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy for the Ascension of Christ in the chapel.

GREEK SCHOOL GRADUATION
Sun., May 31, immediately after church in the Cultural Hall. All welcome to attend the commencement program and hear our graduates speak. PTO will serve refreshments following the program. Families with younger students who plan on returning for the 2009-10 school year should turn in their Pre-registration ...Read Full Text >

FESTIVAL DANCE REHEARSALS
“Micro” Dances (ages 4-6) will meet Sundays at noon: May 31, June 7 and 14. Call Eleni Giavroutas (440-835-5267) with any questions.

Junior dancers (ages 7-12) will meet June 3 & 4 at 5 p.m.; Sundays after church on June 7 &14; 5 p.m. June 9-11, 15-17. Call Mary Szekely (440-835-5712) with any ...Read Full Text >

FESTIVAL COOKING
Starting at 9 a.m. on the following days: June 1-2: Galaktoboureko; June 8-9: all the sauces; June 15: Toulou and leg of lamb.



FESTIVAL MEETINGS
All chair people are needed at the meeting on Tue., May 26 at 7 p.m. Mon., June 1 at 7 p.m. We will need many extra hands to help label and stamp the festival postcards. Everyone who comes to help will have the opportunity to win fun gifts or free passes to a sneak preview of Nia Vardalos' new movie "My Life ...Read Full Text >

GENERAL ASSEMBLY
As there was not a quorum met at the General Assembly scheculed on May 18, a follow up meeting WILL take place on Tue., June 2 at 7 p.m., with or without a quorum, as noted in the by-laws.




GRADUATION SUNDAY
On June 7 , Fr. Jim will bless our graduating high school seniors in church immediately following liturgy. If you are able to attend, please notify the office.

50TH ANNIVERSARY
A commemorative album is in the works and we hope you will consider sponsoring an ad or tribute page as a memorial for a beloved parent(s) or grandparent(s). Or extend “best wishes” from your family with a photo and personalized message. Don’t be left out of this historic book! Forms available in the Narthex ...Read Full Text >

FESTIVAL ENTERTAINMENT
Any parishioner who has a performing arts talent is invited to audition to perform out in the taverna during the festival. If you have at least 3 years experience with a musical instrument, or other skill (singing, etc.) call the office for more info.

PHILOPTOCHOS EVENTS
Did You Know? Philoptochos means “friend of the poor.” Our Philoptochos provides monthly assistance to needy families in the greater Cleveland community and emergency assistance to families that temporarily need help with the payment of utility, rent, food and other bills.

HONOR THY FATHER ...Read Full Text >

AROUND TOWN
SACRED MUSIC OF PASCHA CONCERT Sun., May 31 at 3 p.m. at St Sava Serbian Orthodox Cathedral, 6306 Broadview Rd., Parma. Hear the choirs of St. Sava, St. Sergius and St. Theodosius sing the glorious music of the season. Free admission.

ST. MARY OF EGYPT Tue., June 2 Join Fr. Jim as he celebrates ...Read Full Text >

SPOTLIGHT ON MUSIC
Metropolis of Pittsburgh Philoptochos Societies are sponsoring a benefit for the Mt. Tabor Camp Project for September 2009 in Pittsburgh. If you sing or play a musical instrument, you are invited to audition, or those talented in art (painting, sculpture, etc.) who are willing to donate a piece of work for ...Read Full Text >

NEW ORLEANS REBUILDING
Join the St. Demetrios team in our 3rd year of building houses with IOCC and Habitat for Humanity for victims of 2005’s Hurricane Katrina. July 19-26, 2009 at St. Tammany Parish in Louisiana. Volunteers must be 18 or older, but 16 and 17-year-olds will be accepted, if accompanied by a parent or legal ...Read Full Text >

GOLF OUTING
Thu., Sept. 17 at Sweetbriar Golf Course, Avon Lake. $125 for golf & dinner. Steak/Chicken dinner only $30/pp. Reserve your spot early as last year’s golf outing was one to remember. Contact Brad Seybert at: bseybert@golfeventmagazine.com, or 440-871-1300 x103.
SUNDAY 5/31
8:30; 9:30 a.m. Orthros; Div. Liturgy
12:00 p.m.      Greek School Graduation
5:00 p.m. Micro Dancers practiceSr Dancers practice


MONDAY 6/1
9:00 a.m.      Galaktoboureko
7:00 p.m. Festival meeting

TUESDAY 6/2
9:00 a.m.      Galaktoboureko
9:30 a.m. Bible Study

WEDNESDAY 6/3 5:00 p.m. Jr. Dancers practice

THURSDAY 6/4 5:00 p.m. Jr Dancers practice

SATURDAY 6/6
9:30 a.m. Saturday of Souls service/Ψυχοσαββατο
Previous St. Demetrios Church Bulletins
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Publish Date:April 26, 2009
Publish Date:April 19, 2009
Publish Date:April 5, 2009
 
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