Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church, Wichita Falls, TX PUBLISH DATE: May 23, 2004

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 >

The Feast of the Ascension of our Lord Jesus Christ
May 20 ...Read Full Text >

Fathers of the 1st Council
May 23 ...Read Full Text >

Michael the Confessor, Bishop of Synadon
May 23 ...Read Full Text >
Resurrectional Apolytikion
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 of the 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

Festal Apolytikion
Most glorified art Thou, O Christ our God, Who hast established our Fathers as luminous stars upon the earth, and through them didst guide us all to the true Faith. O Most Merciful One, glory be to Thee. -Translation by Holy Transfiguration Monastery, Brookline, MA

Apolytikion of the Church
Apolytikion of the Feast of the Holy Cross

Save, O Lord, save Your people, and bless Your inheritance. Grant victory to their rulers over their enemies; and protect Your commonwealth by the power of Your Cross.

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

Parish Information
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church
3804 Old Seymour Road
Wichita Falls, TX 76309

Phone: (940) 692-0860
Fax: (325) 646-6804
Website: www.holycross.tx.goarch.org
Email: FrNektarios@goarch.org

Proistamenos: Reverend Father Nektarios Morrow
Email: FrNektarios@goarch.org

Other Parish Info
Parish Council President
Mr. Steve Spahis
Tel: (940) 692-5220

For information on Sacraments, Catechism or for Pastoral ministry or Counseling needs, please contact our priest at the number listed above or at 646-734-8609.

 
THE FEAST OF THE ASCENSION OF OUR LORD AND SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST
Introduction

The Feast of the Ascension of our Lord God and Savior Jesus Christ is celebrated each year on the fortieth day after the Great and Holy Feast of Pascha (Easter). Since the date of Pascha changes each year, the date of the Feast of the Ascension changes. The Feast is always celebrated on a Thursday.

The Feast itself commemorates when, on the ...Read Full Text >
May 13, 2004
Archpastoral Reflections - May 2004: The Power and Promise of Peace
The Holy Scriptures tell us that prior to the Crucifixion, Resurrection and Ascension of our Lord Jesus Christ, He began to prepare His disciples for the time when He would no longer be with them. He announced to them that he would “go to the Father” and “prepare a place for ...Read Full Text >
Schedule of Services
Sunday, May 23
Sunday of the Holy Fathers of the First Ecumenical Council
Orthros - 9:00 am
Divine Liturgy 10:00 am


Sunday, June 13
Second Sunday of Matthew
Orthros - 9:00 am
Divine Liturgy - 10:00 am

Sunday, June 27
Fourth Sunday of Matthew
Orthros - ...Read Full Text >

Parish Announcements
Parish Assembly Meeting

Members of the Parish Council met following the Divine Liturgy on Sunday, May 9 and discussed a few items that were to be presented at a General Assembly Meeting on May 23. Many members had made plans to be away on May 23, so it was necessary to postpone the Assembly meeting ...Read Full Text >
Come Receive the Light Schedule of Programs for May 2004

May 10, 2004
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Encyclical of Archbishop Demetrios for AHEPA Sunday

May 10, 2004
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Guests and Visitors

We welcome all to the services of the Orthodox Church. Guests are welcome to pray with us and are invited to partake of the blessed bread distributed at the end of the service. If you are not an Orthodox Christian, we kindly request that you not partake of Holy Communion, as the Sacrament is only distributed to communing members of the Orthodox Church

If you would like to know more about the Orthodox Christian faith, please contact our priest, Fr. Nektarios. He can be reached by phone at (646) 734-8609, by email at FrNektarios@goarch.org, or please feel free to speak with him after the service.

Also, you are invited to visit the web site of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America at http://www.goarch.org. You can submit questions concerning the Orthodox faith to our question box at questionbox@goarch.org.

Sacraments and Services

If you have questions regarding planning or scheduling sacraments such as weddings or baptisms, or ...Read Full Text >
Previous Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church Bulletins
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Publish Date:May 9, 2004
Publish Date:April 25, 2004
Publish Date:April 11, 2004
Publish Date:April 4, 2004
 
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