St. Basil Church, Chicago, IL PUBLISH DATE: November 22, 2009

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's Letter to the Ephesians 2:14-22

BRETHREN, Christ is our peace, who has made us both one, and has broken down the dividing wall of hostility, by ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Luke 12:16-21
9th Sunday of Luke

The Lord said this parable: "The land of a rich man brought forth plentifully; and he thought to ...Read Full Text >

9th Sunday of Luke
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Archippus the Apostles,Philemon the Apostle & his wife, Apphia, Onesimos the Disciple of Paul
November 22 ...Read Full Text >

Holy Martyr Cecilia and Those with Her
November 22 ...Read Full Text >

Afterfeast of the Entry of the Theotokos into the Temple
November 22 ...Read Full Text >

Peter, Archbishop of Alexandria
November 24 ...Read Full Text >
Resurrectional Apolytikion Grave Tone
By Your Cross, O Christ our God, You destroyed death. You opened paradise to the thief. You transformed the lament of the Myrrh-bearing women, and You commanded the Apostles to proclaim You are risen, granting the world Your great mercy. -Translation by Narthex Press

Apolytikion for Afterfeast of the Entry of the Theotokos into the Temple
Today is the prelude of God's pleasure and the proclamation of man's salvation. The Virgin is clearly made manifest in the temple of God and foretells Christ to all. Let us also cry out to her with mighty voice, "Hail, fulfillment of the Creator's dispensation." -Translation by Narthex Press

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
I cannot be silent about the story of Hesychius the Horebite. He passed his life in complete negligence, without  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Climacus, Ladder of Divine Ascent. Step 6: On Remembrance of Death, 6th Century

Matins
Sunday 9:00AM

Liturgy
Sunday 10:00AM

Parish Information
St. Basil Church
733 S. Ashland Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60607

Phone: (312) 243-3738
Fax: (312) 243-7961
Website: www.stbasil.il.goarch.org
Email: stbasilchicago@comcast.net

Proistamenos: Rev. Fr. Chris P. Kerhulas

 
November 22, 2009
Encyclical of SCOBA for IOCC Sunday November 22, 2009
Let us not love in word or in tongue,
but in deed and in truth. (1 John 3:18)

IOCC Sunday
November 22, 2009

The Hierarchs of the Standing Conference of the
Canonical Orthodox Bishops in the Americas

To the Most Reverend Clergy, Venerable Monastics and Devout ...Read Full Text >
In Memoriam
Georgia Christy- 40 days
Nick Subley- 9 years
May their memory be eternal

Wednesday 11/25
Thanksgiving Divine Liturgy- 6:30pm

Welcome Visitors
Please note the Sacraments of the Orthodox Church, including the reception of Holy Communion, are reserved for those of the Orthodox Faith. If you are a visitor from another Denomination/Faith, we welcome you as an observer and guest.

Orthodoxy 101 A Study of Faith
This week only we will be meeting on Wednesday after Divine Liturgy instead of our usual Tuesday night. Anyone interested in learning more about our faith is welcome to attend class.


2010 Stewardship Drive
Our annual Stewardship drive for 2010 has begun. Thank you to all that have made their pledge for the coming year. For those of you that haven't yet pledged for the coming year, pledge forms can be found in the Narthex. Your stewardship commitment in support of St. Basil is a vital part of advancing the ...Read Full Text >

Ladies Philoptochos Society News
Coat Drive- The annual Winter Coat Drive is being held until December 6th. Please bring your new or gently used winter coat to the hall.

Food Drive- Parishioners are encouraged to donate non perishable food items that will be donated to appropriate pantries. Food items can be dropped in the ...Read Full Text >

Day of Philantropy
On December 9, 2009, the Hellenic American Leadership Council (HALC) will be offering pro bono professional services to Greek-Americans and other Orthodox Christians in need at St. Andrew’s Greek Orthodox Church, located at 5649 N. Sheridan Rd. in Chicago, IL 60660. Doctors, dentists and lawyers will be on ...Read Full Text >

Upcoming Events
12/13- Christmas Pageant and Luncheon with Santa
12/31- Vespers for Feast Day of St. Basil- 7pm
1/1- Feast Day of St. Basil-Hierarchial Divine Liturgy- 10am
2/7-Super Bash 2010
2/13-Apokreatiko Glendi


Join the Choir
Anyone interested in joining is welcome, come up to the Choir Loft before 10am on Sundays and help us sing praise to the Lord.

Philoptochos Hall Rental
Are you looking for a venue for your next party? The Philoptochos Hall is now available for receptions, birthday parties, holiday parties and meetings. Email sbhallrental@gmail.com for more information.

St. Basil Website: stbasil.il.goarch.org
Our website is stbasil.il.goarch.org and is being updated with useful information. A link to Daily Scriptural Readings can be found here as well.
Previous St. Basil Church Bulletins
Publish Date:November 15, 2009
Publish Date:November 8, 2009
Publish Date:November 1, 2009
Publish Date:October 25, 2009
Publish Date:October 18, 2009
Publish Date:October 11, 2009
Publish Date:October 4, 2009
Publish Date:September 27, 2009
 
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