Annunciation Church, Newburyport, MA PUBLISH DATE: November 8, 2009

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's Letter to the Hebrews 2:2-10

BRETHREN, if the message declared by angels was valid and every transgression or disobedience received a just ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Luke 8:41-56
7th Sunday of Luke

At that time, there came to Jesus a man named Jairus, who was a ruler of the synagogue; and ...Read Full Text >

7th Sunday of Luke
November 8 ...Read Full Text >

Synaxis of the Archangel Michael & the other Bodiless Powers: Gabriel, Raphael, Uriel, Salaphiel, Jegudiel, & Barachiel
November 8 ...Read Full Text >

Nektarios the Wonderworker, Bishop of Pentapolis
November 9 ...Read Full Text >

Menas of Egypt
November 11 ...Read Full Text >

Saint Victor and Stephanie
November 11 ...Read Full Text >

Theodore the Studite
November 11 ...Read Full Text >

John the Merciful, Patriarch of Alexandria
November 12 ...Read Full Text >

John Chrysostom, Archbishop of Constantinople
November 13 ...Read Full Text >

Philip the Apostle
November 14 ...Read Full Text >
Resurrectional Apolytikion Plagal of the First Tone
Eternal with the Father and the Spirit is the Word, Who of a Virgin was begotten for our salvation. As the faithful we both praise and worship Him, for in the flesh did He consent to ascend unto the Cross, and death did He endure and He raised unto life the dead through His all glorious resurrection.

Apolytikion for Synaxis of the Archangel Michael & the other Bodiless Powers: Gabriel, Raphael, Uriel, Salaphiel, Jegudiel, & Barachiel
Supreme Cammender of the Hosts of Heavens, we, the unworthy, importune and beseech thee that by thy supplications thou encircle us in the shelter of the wings of thine immaterial glory, guarding us who now fall down and cry to thee with fervour: Deliver us from dangers of all kinds, as the great marshal of the heavenly hosts on high.

Apolytikion of the Church
Today is the beginning of our salvation and the revelation of the mystery of the ages. O the Son of God becomes on this day the Virgin’s Son and Gabriel proclaims this gift from God. Together with him we cry out to the Theotokos singing: Hail to you who are filled with grace. The Lord is with you.

Kontakion
The sacred treasury of God's holy glory, the greatly precious bridal chamber and Virgin, the Savior's most pure Temple, free of stain and undefiled, into the House of the Lord on this day is brought forward and brings with herself the grace of the most Divine Spirit; her do God's angels hymn with songs of praise, for she is truly the heavenly tabernacle.

Vespers
Saturday, 5:00 pm

Matins
9:00 am

Liturgy
10:00 am

Bible Study
Morning Bible Study: Thursday at 10:00 am
Journey through the Wilderness (Bible Study): Thursdays 10:00 am
Journey through the Liturgy: Saturdays after Vespers (about 6:00 pm)
Paraklesis to the Theotokos: 1st Tuesdays at 6:00 pm
Paraklesis to St. Nektarios: 3rd Tuesdays at 6:00 pm
Orthodox Book Club: 3rd Tuesdays at 7:00 pm

Parish Information
Annunciation Church
Harris and Park Sts.
Newburyport, MA 01950

Phone: (978) 465-5757
Fax: (978) 465-1793
Website: www.annunciationgoc.com/

Proistamenos: Rev. Constantine Newman

 
October 9, 2009
Flu Season
METROPOLITAN METHODIOS ISSUES STATEMENT
ON CHURCH PARTICIPATION DURING THE FLU SEASON

The Center of Disease Control (CDC), fearing an H1N1 Pandemic, strongly discourages participation in group activities, recommending individuals, (especially children) with colds or the flu remain at ...Read Full Text >
Holy Leaders of the Heavenly Hosts, Pray for Us.
Since today is the Feast of the Archangels and Angels, we will be anointed after Liturgy with the holy oil from the candeli of the Holy Archangel Michael (Taxiarchis), which burns before his icon at the monastery of Mantamados on the island of Mytilini (Lesvos). Let us pray fervently that the holy Archangels ...Read Full Text >

May their Memory be Eternal
Please join in praying the memorial prayers at the end of Liturgy today for the departed family members of Nabhan family.Adele, Kalil, Edward, Habib and Joseph.



Please Come to the General Assembly
Today, November 8, will be having our Parish General Assembly after Liturgy. All the Stewards in good standing are invited to come and participate in the discussion about our vision for the Church. There will also be a presentation of the 2009 financials, and nominations for the Parish Council.

You ...Read Full Text >

Thanks to our Prosphora Baker
Thanks to Anna Chetsas who is offering the prosphora this week.

St. Basil`s Cooks Corner
This week we served a hearty meatball sub as the entree of our weekly lunch. Thanks go to Maria Connor, Arthur Housianitis, Andrea Jones, Melinda Patrick, Joanne Perrault, and Kathy Tsiantas for making the meatballs. Lunch was served by Maria Connor, Fr. Constantine, Bill Angelos, Mary Dollas and our ...Read Full Text >

Invitation to a Concert
The Candlelight Chorale is presenting Maurice Durufle`s Requiem, as well as works by Franck, Saint-Saens, and Faure on Sunday, November 8 at 7:00 pm at the Unitarian Church, 26 Pleasant St., Newburyport. The suggested donation is $15.

Yiayia`s Kitchen Coming Up
Keep Thursday, November 12 on your calendar for the Fall Yiayia`s Kitchen. Dinner will be served from 5-7 pm. The menu for the Fall meal is Kleftes Pork (adapted from a recipe used by the Greek Freedom Fighters in the mountains during the Revolution against the Turks), pork stuffed with vegetables and feta, ...Read Full Text >

Come for a Great Discussion
Our Book Club will be meeting on Tuesday, November 17 at 7:00 pm (after the Paraklesis to St. Nektarios at 6:15 pm). This months`s selection is the new book by Frederica Matthewes-Green, "The Jesus Prayer: The Ancient Desert Prayer that Tunes the Heart to God". Please see Julie Ray to find out how to obtain ...Read Full Text >

Most Holy Theotokos, Save Us.
What better way to begin our preparations for Christmas than to celebrate the great Feast of the Entry of the Theotokos into the Temple. We will be celebrating this great Feast with an Agrypnia (Vigil) on Friday, November 20, beginning at 8:00 pm and ending somewhat after midnight. The Vigil will consist of ...Read Full Text >

Parish Family Night Out
Our second Parish Family Night Out will take place on Sunday, November 22 at 5:00--7:00 pm. This will be a meeting of all our youth groups (JOY, Jr. GOYA, Sr. GOYA) as well as our adults. Dinner will be served and there will be some common activities, as well as separate meetings of each group. The theme ...Read Full Text >

A Celebration of Greek Music
The Metropolis of Boston invites you to a Celebration of Greek Music, with an orchestra and chorus conducted by Fred Elias and Christos Papoutsy on Saturday, November 21, 7:30 pm, at the Sanders Theater, Harvard University, 45 Quncey St., Cambridge, MA.

Whatever You Do for the Least of my Brothers and Sisters
With the onset of the cold weather, our thoughts should turn to our brothers and sisters who are most in need. The GOYAns are spearheading a collection of toiletries, as well as warm clothing, such as hats, gloves, mittens, and blankets. There is a basket in the Narthex to receive your generous donation. ...Read Full Text >

Order your Holiday Pies
The GOYAns are having their annual Apple Pie Sale. Please fill out the form and leave it with Don or Jill Argyrople. Pies cost $10 a piece.

Celebrating 25 Years
Next year, in May of 2010, we will be celebrating the 25th anniversary of the door opening of our new church. We are looking to have the celebration on May 16. His Eminence will be joining us for this celebration.

If you are interested in being on the committee to plan the celebration, please see ...Read Full Text >

News from the Ladies Aid Society
The Market Fair which is being sponsored by the Greek Ladies Aid Society will take place on November 21st from 10:00 to 3:00. GLAS has extended invitations to many vendors to attend and sell their wares. The Ladies will also be hosting a Greek luncheon and will have a couple of tables of their own. One of ...Read Full Text >

Ring in the New Year with Us
We will be hosting a New Year`s Eve Dance on December 31 from 8 pm to after midnight. Dancing all night to the tunes of DJ Jimmy Costopoulos. Hors d`Ouevres will be served throughout the evening. The event is semi-formal, a chance to dress up and ring in the New Year together with your community. At midnight ...Read Full Text >

A Thank You from Pettengill House
Dear Friends:

On behalf of Deborah Smith, Executive Director, our staff, volunteers and Board of Directors of the Pettengill House, Inc., I would like to thank you for your recent donation of backpacks and school supplies to Operation Backpack.

The generosity of individuals and organizations ...Read Full Text >

An Inviation from the Friends of the Newburyport Council on Aging
Come and enjoy ballroom dancing to Nancy Sweeney`s Coastal Music Services music, special instruction and dances for singles. This is a family event at Elks Hall with canapes, desserts and beverages. There will also be a 50/50 raffle and door prizes. Call 978-462-8650 for reservations at $12 per person to ...Read Full Text >

From the Newburyport Lions Club
The Newburyport Lions Club will be holding their annual Thanksgiving Day Dinner on Thursday, November 26, 2009, at the Immaculate Conception School Cafeteria, Washington St. in Newburyport from 11 am to 2 pm. This is a free dinner for all. You are welcome to attend.

We are also looking for volunteers ...Read Full Text >
Parish Events of the Week

Sunday, November 8
Memorial Service for the deceased members of the Nabhan Family
after Liturgy--Parish General Assembly
after General Assembly--Evangelism Meeting

Monday, November 9--St. Nektarios the Wonderworker
9:30 am--Divine Liturgy
11:00 am--St. Basil`s Kitchen
7:00 pm--Choir practice

Tuesday, November 10
7:00 pm--Council Meeting

Saturday, November 14
9:00 am--DOXA Conference in Lowell
VESPERS CANCELLED

Sunday, November 15
Stewardship Sunday and Luncheon
Previous Annunciation Church Bulletins
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