St. Demetrios Church, Rocky River, OH PUBLISH DATE: October 25, 2009

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's Letter to the Galatians 1:11-19

BRETHREN, I would have you know that the gospel which was preached by me is not man's gospel. For I did not ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Luke 8:26-39
6th Sunday of Luke

At that time, as Jesus arrived at the country of the Gadarenes, there met him a man from the ...Read Full Text >

Tabitha, who was raised from the dead by Peter the Apostle
October 25 ...Read Full Text >

Demetrios the Myrrhbearer & Great Martyr of Thessaloniki
October 26 ...Read Full Text >

Nestor the Martyr of Thessaloniki
October 27 ...Read Full Text >

Holy Martyrs Terrence and Eunice
October 28 ...Read Full Text >

Anastasia the Martyr of Rome
October 29 ...Read Full Text >

Cleopas, Apostle of the 70
October 30 ...Read Full Text >

Cleopas, Apostle of the 70
October 30 ...Read Full Text >

Amplias, Apellos, Stachyos, Urbanos, Aristovoulos & Narcissos of the 70
October 31 ...Read Full Text >
Resurrectional Apolytikion Third Tone
Let the heavens rejoice and the earth be glad, for the Lord by His Might, has created a Dominion. He has conquered death by death, and become the first-born of the dead. He has delivered us from the depths of Hades, and has granted the world great mercy. -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
O Protection of Christians that cannot be put to shame, mediation unto the creator most constant: O despise not the voices of those who have sinned; but be quick, O good one, to come unto our aid, who in faith cry unto thee: Hasten to intercession and speed thou to make supplication, O thou who dost ever protect, O Theotokos, them that honor thee. - Translation by Holy Transfiguration Monastery
For if we, going about on the earth which is familiar and well known to us, being encompassed with a body, when we  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 28 on Matthew 8, 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

 
HALLELUJAH PARTY
Sat., Oct. 24 JOY invites all children (ages 5-12) to the annual fall party in the Zapis Activity Center from noon– 2 p.m. with food & a costume parade. Parents can sign up to bring food or help at our booth during coffee hours on the preceding October Sundays.

ST DEMETRIOS FEASTDAY
Sun., Oct. 25 Great Vespers at 5 p.m. for our patron saint’s feastday. A coffee hour in the hall will follow with a special 50th Anniversary Program hosted by Philoptochos and including our choirs, dance group and special guests.

Mon., Oct. 26, Divine Liturgy at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Luncheon, ...Read Full Text >

50TH ANNIVERSARY GENEOLOGY PROJECT
As part of our golden year preparations, we will be compiling family trees for all our parish families. Today thru Nov. 8, Lia Augoustidis will be entering info into the software (names, birthdates, birth locations, marriage dates, death dates.) As all Sunday coffee hour slots have been filled, we have added ...Read Full Text >

GREEK SCHOOL ATTENDANCE
Greek School students should meet in their classrooms at 4:45 p.m. today in order to attend Vespers as a group. (Attendance will be taken.) There will be NO classes on Tue., Oct. 27 but we will celebrate OXI Day with a pizza party on Thu, Oct. 29.

BASKETBALL CAMP
Nick Hillman will run a skills camp for all GOYA basketball for three weeks, assisted by the other coaches. Girls’ Camp will be on Tue/Thu 7-9 p.m., Oct. 27 & 29, Nov. 3,5,10 & 12. Boys’ camp will be on Mon/Wed 7-9 p.m., Oct. 26 &28, Nov. 2, 4, 9, and 11.

NOVEMBER FEASTDAYS
Sun., Nov. 1 -Sts. Cosmas & Damian, patron saints of Philoptochos; a 2nd tray will be passed to benefit “Friends of the Poor” programs.

Sun., Nov. 8 –Vespers St. Nektarios at 7 p.m.; coffee hour to follow.

Mon, Nov. 30- St. Andrew, Divine Liturgy at 9:30 a.m.



GENERAL ASSEMBLY
Mon., Nov. 2 at 7:00 p.m. in the Cultural Hall. A quorum of 25 members in good standing is required for this meeting. If a quorum is not met, the meeting will take place on Thursday, November 5, 2009, regardless. The agenda includes a 50th Anniversary Report and Nomination of an Election Committee.

ADULT DANCE FUN
Adults (18 & up) are invited to join Alex Augoustidis on our final session, Tuesday Nov. 3 from 7-8:30 p.m. in the Zapis Activity Center for fun & exercise while doing Greek dances, as we get ready for our 50th anniversary gala! Sessions are FREE. Those who have always wanted to learn- now is your chance!

VETERANS DAY
On Sun., Nov. 8, Fr. Jim will bless members of the American Legion Hellenic Post, all parish veterans, and current servicemen/women, and offer a Trisagion for those who laid down their lives for their country. Submit names for the Trisagion to the office.

PHILOPTOCHOS EVENTS
HARVEST FOR HUNGER Thu., Nov. 12 at 7 p.m. Philoptochos invites you to a meting in the Fellowship Room to learn more about the Cleveland Food Bank. We will be collecting both monetary and non-perishable food donations. The most preferred canned goods being: beef stew, soup, canned vegetables, cereal, peanut ...Read Full Text >

AROUND TOWN
PANCAKE BREAKFAST & CRAFT SHOW Sun., Nov. 8 from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at Rocky River Memorial Hall, 21012 Hilliard Blvd. Hosted by Metro-West Kiwanis; all proceeds to help continuing service projects throughout the west side. $5 in advance; $5.50 at the door; children under 7 are free.

EASTERN ORTHODOX ...Read Full Text >

50TH ANNIVERSARY GALA
Sat., Nov. 28 at the Renaissance, Cleveland. 6 p.m.-1 a.m. dinner & dancing to live American and Greek music. Premiere showing of St. Demetrios’ History documentary. $100/person; your check is your reservation and can be turned into the church office. To reserve a table, call Jeanne Paras (440-779-6544) or ...Read Full Text >

YASSOU HOLIDAY GALA
Thu., Dec. 10 at 5 p.m. in the hall. $30/person includes appetizers, catered dinner buffet and special holiday entertainment by “The Four Coins” Greek-American vocal quartet from the ‘50s & ‘60s, performing their #1 hit “Shangri-La” and many others. For tickets call Mary Pappadakes (440-333-7988.) No tickets ...Read Full Text >

COFFEE HOUR HOSTS
The following dates are still open to be hosted: Sunday, Nov. 29 and Dec. 13. Any organizations or families interested in serving coffee on one of these dates, please contact the church office this week. We are also now trying to fill coffee hours for January-March 2010. All official church organizations ...Read Full Text >
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew Begins Apostolic and Patriarchal Visit to the U.S.

October 21, 2009
His All Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew arrived today in New Orleans, as he begins a 15-day Apostolic and Patriarchal Visit to the United States. “We welcome you, Your All Holiness with deep reverence and respect, total dedication and plenty of love,” said Archbishop Demetrios of America, welcoming the Ecumenical Patriarch at Louis Armstrong Airport along with Metropolitan Alexios of Atlanta, members of the local clergy, local officials, a small group of Orthodox faithful from this area and two-dozen children dressed in traditional costume. ...Read Full Text >

Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew Officially Opens Eighth Environmental Symposium in New Orleans

October 21, 2009
His All Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew officially opened today the Eighth Religion, Science and the Environment (RSE) Symposium, entitled “Restoring Balance: The Great Mississippi River,” which takes place here for the next five days under his high patronage and includes a large and diverse group of theologians, scientists, policymakers, environmentalists, representatives of business and NGOs, and media. ...Read Full Text >
SUNDAY 10/25
8:30; 9:30 a.m. Orthros; Divine Liturgy; Sunday School
5:00 p.m. vespers for St. Demetrios & Anniversary Reception

MONDAY 10/26
9:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy for St. Demetrios and Luncheon

TUESDAY 10/27
9:30 a.m.      Bible Study
7:00 p.m. Choir Rehearsal

WEDNESDAY 10/28
1:00 p.m.      Library Committee meeting
7:00 p.m. Parish Council meeting/ Knitting Group

THURSDAY 10/29
5:00 p.m. Greek School
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