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Resurrectional Apolytikion Plagal of the Second Tone
When the angelic powers appeared at your tomb and those who guarded You became as though dead, and standing by Your sepulchre was Mary seeking Your pure and sacred body. For You did vanquish Hades and uncorrupted by its touch You came unto the virgin woman, bestowing the gift of life O You who rose from the dead. Lord we give glory to You. - Translation from Green Hymnal
Apolytikion for Gurias, Samonas, & Avivos, Martyrs & Confessors of Edessa
Since Thou hast given us the miracles of Thy holy Martyrs as an invincible battlement, by their entreaties, scatter the counsels of the heathen, O Christ our God, and strengthen the faith of Orthodox Christians, since Thou alone art good and the Friend of man. - Translation by Holy Transfiguration Monastery
Apolytikion of the Church
Facing danger at sea and fearful persecution, you became a chosen vessel of the Savior. With your sermons you enlightened the nations, and to the Athenians you revealed the unknown God. Teacher of the nations, St. Paul the Apostle, protector of us all: keep us who honor you safe from every trial and danger.
Kontakion
Today, the most pure temple of the Savior, the precious bridal chamber and Virgin, the sacred treasure of God, enters the house of the Lord, bringing the grace of the Divine Spirit. The Angels of God praise her. She is the heavenly tabernacle. - Translation by Narthex Press
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Vespers
Saturday at 6pm
Matins
Sunday at 9am
Liturgy
Sunday at 10am
Bible Study
Orthodox Christianity 101: Wednesdays 7pm, October through May.
Women`s Bible Study: Thursdays 11:30am.
Orthodox Koinonia Bible Study: Thursdays 7:30pm, no meetings in July.
Laguna Woods Bible Study: 3rd Thursday of each month 1pm.
Parish Information
St. Paul's Greek Orthodox Church
4949 Alton Parkway
Irvine, CA 92604
Phone: (949) 733-2366
Fax: (949) 733-0962
Website: http://www.stpaulsirvine.org
Email: info@stpaulsirvine.org
Proistamenos: Rev. Fr. Steven Tsichlis
Email: frsteve@stpaulsirvine.org
Assistant: Fr. Stephen Karcher
Email: frkarcher@stpaulsirvine.org
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WHAT`S THE POINT...? With the Nativity Fast (Advent) upon us, what’s the point of this season?
The six weeks prior to Christmas (the Nativity of our Lord in the Flesh) is a fasting period that many call Advent. Advent means “coming.” It is that period of time when we find ourselves waiting for the coming of the Messiah, the Anointed One, the Christ. (All three terms mean the same thing.) For this ...Read Full Text >
ADVENT
“God is with us! Understand O nations and submit yourselves, for God is with us!” (Isaiah 8:9)
You mean it`s not "X-mas" or "gift-mas" or "rusharound-and-go-crazy-mas?"
Wow, you could have fooled me! Every year I start the Christmas countdown
with the best intentions, and each year I find it ...Read Full Text >
SUGGESTIONS FOR ADVENT
As we begin the preparatory period for the Nativity of Christ. Consider using the following resources to help your family get ready for the coming of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
• Daily Meditations and Prayers for the Christmas Advent Fast and Epiphany by Presbytera Emily Harakas and Fr. ...Read Full Text >
ENTERING THE ADVENT SEASON OF THE CHURCH
The season of preparation for Christmas always begins on Nov. 15, the day after the Feast of the Apostle Philip.
For this reason it is popularly known as St. Philip`s Fast. A simple count of the days between Nov. 15 and Dec. 25 shows that this special period lasts exactly 40 days, the same as Lent. ...Read Full Text >
Youth Events
The Pan-Orthodox Bible Bowl is Coming! Sat. Dec 5 from 10-2:30 at St. Sophia’s. We will have a practice session TODAY after church from 12:30-2. $5/person for pizza & soda. Bring your thinking caps and have fun with other Orthodox teens!
Outreach Ministry
Lenten Lunch & Visits to Elderly Shut-ins after Church next Sunday, Nov 15-please see Dean.
St. Paul’s/St. Barnabas’ Feeding the Homeless Wed., Nov 18, 12-3pm at Anselm of Canterbury in Garden Grove. Sign-ups next door.
Philoptochos Holiday Baking: baklava, galactobouriko, kourambiethes, ...Read Full Text >
News & Information
Christmas Advent Fast Begins Today! This blessed season is a time for prayer, fasting, almsgiving and repentance in preparation for Christmas!
Please Remember to Bring Lenten Goodies to the Coffee Hour during Advent-no dairy products/eggs.
Church School Regular Sunday Church School Schedule is ...Read Full Text >
Greek Language Classes
Greek School for Children! Classes include Kindergarten are every Tues/Wed at 4pm and 5:30pm. For info or to register call Mrs. Loula Katalanos at 714-557-5352.
Adult Greek Lessons, all 4 levels from beginners to advanced are in session Mon & Wed at 6pm & 7:30pm. For info or to register please ...Read Full Text >
Education & Spiritual Formation
Orthodox Koinonia Bible Study, ages 25+, Thursdays 7:30pm on Epistle of St. James. For info call Dean 949-733-2366.
Women’s Bible Study led by Eve Tibbs, Thursdays from 11:30-12:30pm. Friends, drop-ins and children are always welcome.
Orthodox Christianity 101 Wed evenings at 7pm. Class ...Read Full Text >
Great Vespers Every Saturday at 6pm
In the Orthodox Church the liturgical day begins in the evening with the setting of the sun. This practice follows the Biblical account of creation: "And there was evening and there was morning, one day" (Gen 1:5).
The Vespers service in the Church always begins with the chanting of the evening ...Read Full Text >
St. Paul`s Library
Please Visit our Library during the Coffee Hour on Sunday!
ParishPay.com
Convenient and easy! Set up your stewardship gift electronically by going to parishpay.com
In Our Prayers
Myra, Lance, Olga, Vasili, Svitlanna,
Fr. Michael, Kim, Anastasia, Noah, Marian, Donald, Julie, Pita, Luke James, Virginia, Kenny, Tony, Vasileigh, Mihaila, Donna, Chris, David, Michael, Alma-Maria, Jon, Jeanette, Anthony, John, Ezra, Paul, Kimberly, Ted, Pat, Thomas, Lucia, Ron, Howard-Paul, Marie, ...Read Full Text >
St. Paul’s Greek Festival News
St. Paul’s Greek Festival News
Visit our Festival Website at www.IrvineGreek fest.com and please Save the Date! A Taste of Greece, St. Paul’s Greek Festival is moving to June: June 25-27, 2010!
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▪Sunday, November 15th
Matins, 9am; Divine Liturgy, 10am
Bible Bowl Study Session after Church
Lunch & Visits to Elderly Shut-ins, 12:30pm
▪Monday, November 16th
Adult Greek School, 6pm
Alcoholics Anonymous, 6:30pm
Women’s Study Fellowship, 7pm
▪Tuesday, November 17th
Children’s Greek School, 4pm
Parish Council, 6pm
Choir, 7:30pm
▪Wednesday, November 18th
Feeding the Homeless, 12-3pm
Children’s Greek School, 4pm
Adult Greek School, 6pm
Orthodox Christianity 101, 7pm
▪Thursday, November 19th
Women’s Bible Study, 11:30am
St. Paul’s Trip to Wonderworking Icon of Kursk at our sister Serbian Orthodox parish in Irvine, 7 pm
▪Friday, November 20th
Pioneer Clubs, 6pm
▪Saturday, November 21st
Entrance of the Theotokos/Matins, 9am;
Divine Liturgy, 10am
Great Vespers, 4pm
Festival of Hearts Gala, 5:30pm
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