Saint Katherine Greek Orthodox Church 5965 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne, Florida 32940 Church Phone: (321) 254-1045 fax (321) 821-0450 Church hall: (321) 254-1445 email: admin@saint-katherine.org - website: www.saint-katherine.org FATHER DEMETRI TSIGAS fatherdemetri@saint-katherine.org; cell phone: 321-615-4431 Orthros: 9:00 AM Divine Liturgy: 10:00 AM Fellowship Hour: Noon Church office hours: Mon. through Fri. 10 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. / Saturday & Sunday closed ~ VISION & MISSION STATEMENT ~ Our Vision (dream) is to be a growing, loving, united Orthodox Christian family open to all. Our Mission (job) is to grow our faith in Christ through love and respect, with humility and forgiveness. Sunday, JULY 29, 2018 9th Morning Gospel - Plagal 4th Mode 9th SUNDAY OF MATTHEW Martyr Callinicus of Cilicia (+250) Martyr Theodota & her Children (+304) Martyrs Mamas & Basiliscos of Darius Constantine, Patriarch of Constantinople Emperor Theodosius II, the Younger ~ Welcome to Our Guests ~ We are delighted that you are with us today. Please keep in mind that according to the Holy Canons and teachings of the Orthodox Church, you must be a baptized and chrismated member of the Orthodox faith in good standing in order to receive Holy Communion. You are welcome to receive a portion of the blessed bread (antidoron) distributed at the end of the Divine Liturgy. Please join us for fellowship hour following services.
Divine Liturgy of St. John the Chrysostom Ἀπολυτίκιον Ἀναστάσιμον - Πλ. Δ σ. 126 Ἐξ ὕψους κατῆλθες ὁ εὔσπλαγχνος, ταφὴν κατεδέξω τριήμερον, ἵνα ἡμᾶς ἐλευθερώσῃς τῶν παθῶν. Ἡ ζωὴ καὶ ἡ Ἀνάστασις ἡμῶν, Κύριε δόξα σοι. Resurrectional Apolytikion Plagal 4 th Mode - p.127 From on high You descended, O merciful Lord. You accepted the cross and three days in the tomb to free us from the bondage of sin, O our life and resurrection. Glory to You O Lord. Ἀπολυτίκιον τής Άγίας Αικατερίνης - Ήχος Πλ. Α Τήν πανεύφημον νύμφην Χριστού υμνήσωμεν * Αικατερίναν τήν θείαν καί πολιούχον Σινά * τήν βοήθειαν ημών καί αντίληψιν ότι εφίμωσε λαμπρώς * τούς κομψούς τών ασεβών * τού Πνεύματος τή δυνάμει καί ως Μάρτυς Κυρίου στεφθείσα * αιτείται πάσι τό μέγα έλεος. Apolytikion of St. Katherine - Plagal 1st Mode The all-blessed bride of Christ let us extol in song * Katerina the divine and protector of Sinai * our assistance and unfailing firm support; * for she did muzzle brilliantly * the ungodly clever men by the power of the Spirit. And now as a crowned Martyr * the great mercy she pleads for all of us. Κοντάκιον σ. 284-286 Eπί τού όρους μετεμορφώθης, καί ώς έχώρουν οί μαθηταί σου τήν δόξαν σου Χριστέ ό Θεός έθεάσαντο. ίναόταν σέ ίδωσι σταυρούμενον, τό μέν πάθος νοήσωσιν έκούσιον, τώ δέ κοσμωκηρύξωσιν, οτι σύ ύπάρχεις άληθώς τού Πατρός το άπαύγασμα. Kontakion p. 285-287 You were transfigured on the mountain, O Christ our God, showing Your disciples as much of Your glory as they could bear, so that when they see You crucified they will know that You suffer freely and they will tell all the world that You are truly the radiance of the Father. 2
The Reading is from St. Paul's Letter to Corinthians 3:9-17 Brethren, we are God's fellow workers; you are God's field, God's building. According to the grace of God given to me, like a skilled master builder I laid a foundation, and another man is building upon it. Let each man take care how he builds upon it. For no other foundation can any one lay than that which is laid, which is Jesus Christ. Now if any one builds on the foundation with gold, silver, precious stones, wood, hay, straw - each man's work will become manifest; for the Day will disclose it, because it will be revealed with fire, and the fire will test what sort of work each one has done. If the work which any man has built on the foundation survives, he will receive a reward. If any man's work is burned up, he will suffer loss, though he himself will be saved, but only as through fire. Do you not know that you are God's temple and that God's Spirit dwells in you? If any one destroys God's temple, God will destroy him. For God's temple is holy, and that temple you are. The Reading is from The Gospel of Matthew 14:22-34 At that time, Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go before him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowds. And after he had dismissed the crowds, he went up into the hills by himself to pray. When evening came, he was there alone, but the boat by this time was many furlongs distant from the land, beaten by the waves; for the wind was against them. And in the fourth watch of the night he came to them, walking on the sea. But when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were terrified, saying, "It is a ghost!" And they cried out for fear. But immediately he spoke to them, saying "Take heart, it is I; have no fear." And Peter answered him, "Lord, if it is you, bid me come to you on the water." He said, "Come." So Peter got out of the boat and walked on the water and came to Jesus; but when he saw the wind, he was afraid, and beginning to sink he cried out, "Lord, save me." Jesus immediately reached out his hand and caught him, saying to him, "O man of little faith, why did you doubt?" And when they entered the boat, the wind ceased. And those in the boat worshiped him, saying, "Truly you are the Son of God." And when they had crossed over, they came to land at Gennesaret. 3
Please pray for our: Spiritual Leaders: Patriarch Bartholomew; Archbishop Demetrios; Metropolitan Alexios; & Fr. Demetri Civil Leaders: President Donald Trump, US Congress & Supreme Court; Governor Rick Scott; County Commissioners, all our civil authorities & armed forces. Parish Leadership: Parish Council, Philoptochos, Chanters, Choir, Sunday & Greek School teachers & students, Youth & Dance Group leaders and children. Those who are sick, awaiting surgery, recovering from surgery, in need of prayers and/or shut in: Alexandra Diamond, Mae Charos, Dorothy Pappademetriou, Bill & Ellen Werner, Olga, Despina Kalimnios, Yvonne Yacoub, Savannah & Zander Kelly, Mirsini Sirounis, Suzanne Orosz, Faye Nicholas, John & JoAnne Macheras, John Cominos, Angela DeCosta, Marlaine Manus, George & Sue Kanazeh, John Figari, Jan, James Petersen, Anna Kokotis, Leah Thomas, Mary & Pete Faines, Robert & Vel, Katie, Jamie, George & Steven, Carlo Sedney, Georgia & Vasili Menegas, Brandon Gilsenan, Aurelia Bocanu, Peter & JoAnn Zuras, Kris & Jonathan, Athena Giglio, Peter, Alice & Jim Zavitsanos, Michael Cora & family, Harry Paris, Samuel Smith, Kosta, Anastasia, Maggie & Andromahi Theodorou, Peter Katsoulas, Stylianos Theodorou, Isabella Inzirillo, Manny, Androniki, Margie Clore, Peter Thomas Zavitsanos, Teresa Swiderski, Fr. Nicholas Harris, Nick & Nora Yanas, Phyllis Balba, Ben Bernett, Erika Platock, Bob & Mary Jane Dearman, Gus & Dottie Phillips, Shirley Skarlis, Lisa Paunovich, George & Elaine, Karen, Ainsleigh Grace Brems, Lenny Lloyd, Matt F., Paula, Courtney B., Baby R., Eleni, Konstantina, Mark, Kathy, Konstantina, Christina (Madison) Martin, Crum Family, Marie Irene Kragenbrink, Wayne, Maria, Alexis, Mike, Fr. Demetri & Family, Penny & Joseph Jones, George Demopoulos, Sylvia Demopoulos, Mark & Christine Balba, Efstratia Triantafilou, Kathy S., Maria Meraz, Kathy Maniatis For those expecting: For those with new babies: Those preparing for Baptism: Angeliki Gatidis & Noah Salmon, baby Noah James; Shane & Jonna Myatt (baby Norah Violet), Nicolas & Julie Melitas (Elaine Panayiota) Those serving in the Armed Forces: Joseph Abadiotakis, Jr., Harold David Ballard, George Peter Biniaris, Nicholas Cannaverde, James Christian Figari, Travis Hunter, Samuel Joseph III, Ethan Macheras, Elias Panayiotis Maldonado, Matthew Ryan Stinnett, Nicholas Tsamoutales, Yanni Tshontikidis. First Responders - Police, Fire & Rescue: Blake (Andrew) Ballard, Kevin Cincimino, Nicole Contos, Firefighter/Paramedic Panayiotis (Taki) Panayiotopoulos. For the protection of Christians being persecuted for their faith. For the protection and freedom of the kidnapped Metropolitan Boulos Yazigi and Archbishop Yohanna Ibrahim, both of Aleppo, Syria. Those preparing for Marriage: Vicky & David, Margarita & Argiri. College Students: Brandon Arena, Arianna & Theodora Bendlin, Barbara Brew- 4
ster, Michael Courey, Joseph Daniel Figari, Elizabeth Gaherty, Telly & Tony Galanopoulos, Alyssa Giglio, Marianthi & Callia Karas, Kimberley & Dana Marie Koines, Jennifer Loso, Andrew Loso, Evgenia Miller, Melanie Niarhos, Tommy Panouses, Catherine Psarakis, Ronnie Rickard, George Saad, Catie Sergis, Costas Stathis, Leah Thomas, Austen Thomas, Thomas Tsoukalas, Costa Stathis, Elizabeth Courey, Nikoleia Paterakis, Victoria Pappademetriou, Jordan Tsigas, Michael Koursaris, Michelle Niarhos, Elena Panouses, Catherine Triantafyllidis (If you know of anyone that should be added to this list, please call the Church office.) 5
~ TODAY ~ 2nd tray for the Fires in Greece ~ Upcoming Liturgies & Events ~ Wed., Aug 1st - Paraklesis 6 pm Fri., Aug. 3rd - Paraklesis 6 pm Mon., August 6th - Holy Transfiguration - Orthros & Divine Liturgy 9 am & 10 am Wed., Aug. 8th - Paraklesis 6 pm Fri., Aug. 10th - Paraklesis 6 pm Sun., August 12th - Registration & 1st day of Sunday School. Wed., August 15th - Dormition of the Theotokos - Orthros & Divine Liturgy 9 am & 10 am Sun., August 19th - Registration continues & 2nd day of Sunday School Please turn your cell phones & pagers off or on vibrate before entering Church 6
GREEK ORTHODOX ARCHDIOCESE OF AMERICA 8-10 East 79th St. New York, NY 10075-0106 * Tel: (212) 570-3530 Fax: (212) 774-0237 www.goarch.org - Email: communications@goarch.org Contact: PRESS OFFICE Stavros Papagermanos pressoffice@goarch.org ARCHIEPISCOPAL ENCYCLICAL FOR THE RECENT FIRES IN GREECE Protocol Number 127/18 July 24, 2018 Fear not, for I am with you, be not dismayed, for I am your God; Yes, I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand (Is. 41:10). To the Clergy and the Faithful of the Holy Archdiocese of America Beloved Brothers and Sisters in Christ, We all have learned of the devastating fires in Attica, Greece that have claimed the lives of dozens of people, injured many others, and destroyed countless homes and properties. We are filled with agony and pain as we watch the horrifying images and hear the tragic stories coming from Greece. On behalf of the Holy Eparchial Synod of the Holy Archdiocese of America we share the sorrow of our beloved people of Greece and we offer our fervent prayers. May our merciful Lord grant eternal life to those who perished and courage to those who survived. As Orthodox Christians we must offer hope and support. Therefore, on Sunday, July 29, 2018, we ask all of the parishes of our Holy Archdiocese to offer a special Memorial Service for those who have lost their lives to this tragedy. Additionally, we ask that our parishes take a special collection on this Sunday, July 29, and on Sunday, August 5, dedicated to an effort to bring comfort, aid, and hope to those whose homes and communities have been destroyed. All collections, either from parishes or individuals, should be sent payable to the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese (8 East 79th Street, NY, NY 10075) and designated for the Attica fires Relief Fund. Our prayers and our gifts of love will assist 7
those in need and will also be a witness of the strong bonds of Faith and heritage that we share with the people of Greece, especially in this time of tragedy. Knowing the boundless generosity and love of you, the faithful of America, we are confident that you will respond most generously to this appeal to help heal the pain of the Greek people. They will need the assistance now and in the future to recover from this devastating tragedy. With paternal love in Christ, DEMETRIOS Archbishop of America ZOE SAVE THE DATES! FUTURE ZOE EVENTS Sept 13 Oct 11 Nov 13 Dec 13 If any parishioners, families, group of families, koumbari or friends would like to host a fellowship hour following Sunday Liturgy please contact : Church office - 321.254.1045 Or email - admin@saint-katherine.org Available dates: Aug 12, (fasting) Aug 26 Sept 2, 9, 16 & 23 This is a wonderful opportunity to extend our Christian hospitality with one another and any guests or visitors who attend our services. Duties: Set up the large coffee pot in hall Provide a simple snack, Clean up 8
Greece has faced so many tragedies over recent years, from the fires in the Peloponnese in 2007 to the more recent economic and refugee crises, said IOCC s Executive Director and CEO Constantine M. Triantafilou. A tragedy of this scale in Greece touches the hearts of so many Orthodox Christians in the US. We are grateful for the continued outpouring of love and support for the people of Greece. International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC) is responding to the fast-moving wildfires that have devastated parts of East Attica, including port city Rafina and nearby village Mati, along the Aegean coast. IOCC is working closely with Apostoli to meet the most basic needs of those who have lost their only homes. Since fires broke out on July 23 and rapidly spread across the parched seaside region, IOCC and partner organization Apostoli, the humanitarian branch of the Archdiocese of Athens, have been in close communication. As first responders and volunteers continued search and rescue operations the morning of July 24, Apostoli staff deployed to conduct a rapid needs assessment and to distribute emergency food and water in near Rafina, in East Attica. In addition, IOCC is supporting immediate basic needs like access to food. Through partner Apostoli, IOCC will distribute prepaid grocery cards to families affected by the fires, allowing them to purchase es- 9
sential items like Greek-grown produce, dairy, and meat, as well as personal hygiene items, including soap and shampoo. Please make a gift today to support these efforts. Additional items needed: Publix has notebooks on sale, buy 1 get 1 free or.99 spirals, all school items, Washclothes Towels Nail clippers Combs 10
Good afternoon, I pray this message finds you well! Several weeks ago, we informed our Metropolis of Atlanta of a unique and blessed event. This coming September 29th, we will all be blessed as a Metropolis to receive the miraculous icon of Panagia Vimatarissa, from the Monastery of Vatopaidi on Mount Athos. Attached to this email you will find a save-the-date. Per the message sent out two weeks ago, Beginning at 11:00 AM, this rare and joyous occasion will take the form of a procession with the icon of the Theotokos into our new Panagia Chapel, led by His Eminence Metropolitan Alexios of Atlanta, along with the Monks of Vatopaidi, the clergy of the Metropolis of Atlanta, and a parade group created especially for the event! Together, we will all have the opportunity to venerate the miraculous icon of our Lady, offer glory to our God and Creator, thanking those who made this day possible, and enjoying the fellowship of our Metropolis of Atlanta family. His Eminence hopes to see as many parishioners there as possible, and to that end, asks that you please RSVP with this link. You will not want to miss out on what will surely be a momentous and spiritually joyous event! For questions and additional information, please call Ethel Gjerde, 404-634-9345. 11
STEWARDSHIP PRAYER In the name of Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit Amen. Lord Jesus Christ our God, accept our offerings as You have accepted the gifts of Your people throughout the ages. We offer these gifts to Your glory, for the support of the ministries of Your Holy Church, for the alleviation of suffering and hunger, and for the proclamation of Your Gospel to the whole world. Grant us Your blessing, Lord our Savior, that we may always be faithful stewards, continuing to share the gifts you have given us, by the power of Your grace, mercy and love. May Your name be glorified forever. Amen. 2018 STEWARDSHIP 104 Stewards Pledging $110,605 Paid to Date: $69,333. Average Stewardship per family $1,080. 47 Friends of St. Katherine s have paid $41,611. Stewardship Thermometer represents Our Budget of $326,313 vs. Stewardship Pledges For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. Luke 12:34 THE JESUS PRAYER Κύριε Ἰησοῦ Χριστέ, Υἱέ Θεοῦ, ἐλέησόν με τὸν ἁμαρτωλόν. (τὴν ἁμαρτωλόν if prayed by a female) Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me a sinner.