- 2 - November 29, 2015: 27 th Sunday After Pentecost Epistle: Eph. 6: 10-17 Gospel: Lk. 13: 10-17 Mon., Nov. 30 8:00 + Helen Nasevich (Stephen Pisarchik) Tues., Dec. 1 8:00 + Charlene Zinskie (Chmil Family) Wed., Dec. 2 8:00 + Andrew Chezik (Chezik Family) Thurs., Dec. 3 8:00 + Myroslaw Iwasiw (Father Nestor) Fri., Dec. 4 8:00 + Eleanor Kleszyk (Husband Joseph) Sat., Dec. 5 No Morning Divine Liturgy 10:30 Confessions. 2:00 Confessions. 4:00 pm + Rose & Michael Rutsky (Carol) Sun., Dec. 6 9:00 + Nicholas Zinsky (Wife Dorothy) 11:30 For Our Parishioners St Andrew the Apostle, the First-Called As the first to be called by Jesus Christ into his service, St. Andrew commands a reverence a degree greater than those who have followed. For this reason, St. Andrew is called First-called. St. Andrew, like his brother St. Peter, was a fisherman, a toiler with net and boat. His love of the sea stemmed from his love of the Creator who made it. St. Andrew, who lived in the Holy Land in the ancient city of Bethsaida, accepted Christ with all his heart and Commemorated November 30 th after a discipleship with St. John the Baptist. He went forth to become one of the greatest missionaries in all history. St. Andrew exulted in his mission to preach in Asia Minor, part of Greece, and an area along the coast of the Black Sea, including its gateway, the city now known as Istanbul, or Constantinople. Wherever St Andrew went, he attracted throngs of people who thirsted for a spiritual knowledge. His message of deliverance was so eloquently convincing, even to hostile minds, that
- 3 - he is credited with having converted Andrew went on to more glory through countless his comp thousands to Christianity in a e l l i n g oratory and power day when of healing mass media through Je- did not sus Christ. exist. As He eventually an apostle, found his only himself in tools were A c h a i a, his power in the city of oratory of Patras, and his where he love for Jesus, and his was to suffer death. only press S t. agent was Andrew the word committed of mouth the grave of those crime in privileged to hear his homilies. St. Andrew alone is credited with having set up parishes throughout Asia Minor, in Pontos, Bithynia, Thrace, Macedonia, Greece, Scythia, Ukraine, where he is still regarded as patron saint, and in the capital city of Byzantium. It was in Byzantium that St. Andrew ordained Stachys as first bishop of Byzantium. From Byzantium, St. the eyes of the state of converting Maximilla, wife of the ruler Aigeates, to Christianity. Despite the fact that he was then eighty years old, it was ordered that he be put to death by being nailed upside down to an X-shaped cross. After three days of agony on this vile device, St. Andrew died. The great fisherman had cast his net for Christ for the last time. St. Andrew s remains
- 4 - were brought to Constantinople two his head was given to the Pope. hundred years later and in 1460 AD Ten Commandments For The Season 1 Thou shalt remember to keep Christ in Christmas. 2 Thou shalt pause in thy business to consider the magnitude of God s gift of Christ to mankind. 3 Thou shalt remember that Mary and Joseph found no room in the inn, and, remembering, give Christ the chief room in thy heart. 4 Thou shalt participate joyfully in all of the pre-christmas and Christmas liturgical services in thy church. 5 Thou shalt be of generous heart in answering the appeals of the needy at Christmas time. 6 Thou shalt take time to plan for the happiness of those outside thine own circle of family and friends. There are many who would say I don t have a good voice or I m not a singer. To them I would say -- We are God s greatest creation -- and within each of us is the voice God gave us. It is the only musical instrument created Singing in Church 7 Thou shalt enjoy, in unhurried calm, the priceless heritage of Christmas carols and great Christmas art. 8 Thou shalt give of thyself in all thy gifts, giving not for duty, reciprocity,or personal satisfaction, but for the simple joy of sharing. 9 Thou shalt remember, with patience and understanding, all those who serve thee the sales people, the postal and delivery people, the news carriers and all others who bear the physical burden of the holiday season. 10 Thou shalt teach thy children the true meaning of Christmas, of the Prince of Peace who came to show us a way to righteousness and happiness. by God for all others are the invention of man. Who are we to judge, to decide that the voice inside each of us if good or bad? Remember, God also created the birds -- and each, including the crow, SINGS! From the Archbishop s Chancery... We ask for your continued prayers for the health of Bishop Richard Seminack of St. Nicholas Eparchy of Chicago. Bishop Richard was diagnosed
with lung cancer. Your prayers to Our Lord, Jesus Christ, the Supreme Physician of our souls and bodies, for Just a little reminder to all of us soda-guzzling individuals: When you are finished with the soda can, or other aluminum can (such as V8), please rinse out the can, and put in into a plastic store bag. When you have accumalated a few cans, please bring them to Church. Sandra Berta has been very generous with her time and energy, and picks up these cans. In turn, they are sold, and all the proceeds go St. Cyril s Choir has released their Christmas Album in the CD format. Previously this had only been available as a cassette. The price for the CD is only $15.00. Also released in a new format is the Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom, celebrated by Msgr. Stephen Hrynuck as sung by - 5 - Kanz for Kids 2.0 From the Choir... the restoration of the health of Bishop Richard, are requested and will be gratefully appreciated. to purchasing supplies for the children enrolled in our Religious Education Program. This is a wonderful project, and not exactly a walk in the park. We truly appreciate Sandra s continuing efforts, not only with collecting the cans, but also being completely involved in our Religious Education Program. We thank you Sandra, and thank our Parish Family Members for helping fund our program! St. Cyril s Choir. This historical DVD is available for only $20.00. There is also an Easter Music CD available for $15.00. If you are interested in obtaining any, or all, of these recordings, please contact Glenda Marcinko at 570-876-2888. Remember, they make wonderful gifts.
- 6 - On behalf of those who process our weekend collections, we sincerely ask of each and every one of you who use our weekly donation envelopes to make your offerings: PLEASE, DO NOT USE ANY TAPE, STICKERS, LABELS, OR ANY OTHER ADHESIVES TO SEAL YOUR ENVELOPES ON THE BACK, ESPECIALLY ON THE CENTER FLAP. There is already a small bit of safe, non-tox adhesive on the envelope flap - just moisten it and seal it. That s it. Each donation envelope is designed Sincere Request Advent Food Sale not only for your convenience, but also for ease of use for those who have to open it, that they can do so quickly and simply. When you add all the extra tape, stickers, labels, etc., on top of the center flap and other parts, you are slowing down the process and making it problematic for those who are volunteering their time to serve you, their fellow parishioners, by processing the church collections. Thank you for your anticipated cooperation. All Saints Orthodox Church, 211 Willow Ave. in Olyphant, is having an Advent Food Sale on Friday December 4 from noon - 5 pm. The menu includes both Prepared Pierogie (butter and onions), Frozen Pierogie by the dozen, cabbage & noodles, and clam chowder. Advanced orders are recommended! To place an order call 570-383-0785 or 570-561-8082. Pyrohy for Christmas Eve Holy Supper St. Vladimir Ukrainian Catholic Church of Scranton is sponsoring a homemade pyrohy/pierogi sale on Saturday, December 5, 2015, from 2:00 to 6:00 pm in the Parish Center, 428 N. Seventh Ave. These are freshly made that day and are reasonably priced at $7.00 per dozen. Orders must be placed no later than Tuesday, December 1 and are being taken by Leslie Izak at 570-342-3749. Christmas Carol Sing-Along YOU ARE INVITED to join Saints Peter & Paul Ukrainian Greek Catholic Parish for their 22 nd Annual Christmas Carol Sing-Along in the Church on North River Street in Wilkes-Barre on Sunday, December 13, 2015 starting at 2
p.m. Join in the singing of some very sacred, joyful and inspiring Christmas Carols. Afterwards, please join us in the lower church hall for a Christmas Fellowship Social. Please being a The Emmanuel Moleben, a prayer service to prepare for Christmas, will be celebrated at 3pm Sunday December 13 at Holy Dormition Friary, Sybertsville, followed by a concert with the - 7 - Emmanuel Moleben friend or family member, and share the joy of Christmas with them, as we all prepare to welcome the Newborn Son of God into our hearts and homes. Cantors of NE Pennsylvania. Social following. For more information or to bring food for the social, please email holydormition@gmail.com or call 570-788-1212. Mark Your Calendar Northeastern Pennsylvania s 12th Annual Ukrainian New Year Dinner Dance - MALANKA Saturday, January 16, 2016 6:00pm to 12:30am St. Vladimir Parish Center, Scranton Catering by Paul Wanas of Accentuate Caterers Music by Ukrainian artists of Fata Morgana Additional details forthcoming. Collection Processing Team... The Collection Processing Team for the month of November is Team #3: Helen Pagnotti, Marlene Zelno, Dorothy Zinsky, and Cheryl Matuszewski. Sunday Collection for November 21 & 22, 2015: $ Altar Boy and Lector Schedule for December 5 & 6, 2015 Altar Boys Lectors 4:00 pm Nicholas Muchisky -- David Slachtish Bill Vervan 9:00 am Patrick Marcinko -- John Nasevich Pat Marcinko 11:30 am Thomas Radle -- Samuel Sczesniak Frank Lesnefsky
- 84 - Ss. Cyril & Methodius Ukrainian Catholic Church 135 River St., Olyphant, PA 18447-1435 Telephone: 570-489-2271 Fax: 570-489-6918 Web Site: stcyrils.weconnect.com E-Mail: sscyrilandmethodius@comcast.net Rev. Nestor Iwasiw, Pastor