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Saint Catherine Greek Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2017-08-06
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This Week and Upcoming Events
Event Flyers
Gospel and Epistle Readings
Wisdom of the Fathers
Hymns of the Day
Saints and Feasts
Metropolis of Atlanta
Panagia Chapel
Assembly of Bishops News
Message from His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios
Hellenic College Holy Cross News
Greek Orthodox Archdiocese News
Transfiguration
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Saint Catherine Greek Orthodox Church

General Information

  • Phone:
  • (561) 833-6387
  • Fax:
  • (561) 833-6391
  • Street Address:

  • 110 Southern Blvd.

  • West Palm Beach, FL 33405

Contact Information

Father Andrew Maginas

FrAndrewMaginas@mail.goarch.org | (561) 833-6387

Services Schedule

Sunday Services:

  8:45 am     Orthros

10:00 am     Divine Liturgy

 

Past Bulletins


This Week and Upcoming Events

Remember your Creator in the days of your youth.  (Ecclesiastes 12:1)

Our services are streamed live on the internet.
Access the broadcast from our St. Catherine website
www.stcatherine-wpb.org

 

Download the Orthros (Matins) for Sunday, August 6

 

This Week at Saint Catherine

Sunday, August 6  ~ The Transfiguration of our Lord
       8:45 am   Orthros
     10:00 am   Divine Liturgy

Monday, August 7
       6:30 pm   Small Paraklesis and anointing with oil from the monastery of Saint Ephraim of Nea Makri in Greece.

Tuesday, August 8
       6:30 pm   Great Paraklesis

Wednesday, August 9
       6:30 pm   Small Paraklesis

Thursday, August 10
       6:30 pm   Great Paraklesis

Friday, August 11
       6:30 pm   Small Paraklesis

 


Highlights of Upcoming Services and Events

Sunday, August 13 ~ 10th Sunday of Matthew    
       8:45 am   Orthros
     10:00 am   Divine Liturgy

Monday, August 14
       7:00 pm   Dormition Great Vespers at Saint Mary’s Church

Tuesday, August 15 ~ Dormition of the Theotokos
       9:00 am   Orthros
     10:00 am   Divine Liturgy & Philoptochos Coffee Reception

Thursday, August 17      
       7:00 pm   Parish Council Meeting

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YouTube

 Many of our Divine Liturgies are available at www.youtube.com.  
Search for “Saint Catherine Greek Orthodox Church”.  Subscribe to our YouTube channel.

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Family Life Blog

Our Metropolis of Atlanta Family Life Blog has wonderful inspiring material for families and each of us as individuals.  Take a look at the flyer on our Saint Catherine home page.  Read and share the Family Life blog which is at:     http://www.familylifeministry.atlanta.goarch.org/

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Stewardship at Saint Catherine: 

We invite you to join the growing number of Saint Catherine stewards in 2017.  Stewardship is partnership with God and the happiest people on earth are those who have discovered the joy of giving!  Saint Catherine stewards - you are the life blood of our Church.  We thank you for your dedication.

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Orthodox Christian Programs

Did you know that we have Orthodox Christian programs available 24 hours a day, seven days of  the week?  There is the weekly Come Receive the Light program and three channels of content to listen to in addition to special presentations in the form of podcasts, articles and videos.  Take a break from your routine to read / listen / watch the Orthodox content from the Orthodox Christian Network (OCN).  All are all available at:     http://myocn.net/

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Event Flyers

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Gospel and Epistle Readings

Matins Gospel Reading

Transfiguration of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ
The Reading is from Luke 9:28-36

At that time, Jesus took with him Peter and John and James, and went up on the mountain to pray. And as he was praying, the appearance of his countenance was altered, and his raiment became dazzling white. And behold, two men talked with him, Moses and Elijah, who appeared in glory and spoke of his departure, which he was to accomplish at Jerusalem. Now Peter and those who were with him were heavy with sleep, and when they wakened they saw his glory and the two men who stood with him. And as the men were parting from him, Peter said to Jesus, "Master, it is well that we are here; let us make three booths, one for you and one for Moses and one for Elijah" - not knowing what he said. As he said this, a cloud came and overshadowed them; and they were afraid as they entered the cloud. And a voice came out of the cloud, saying, "This is my Son, my Beloved; listen to him!" And when the voice had spoken, Jesus was found alone. And they kept silence and told no one in those days anything of what they had seen.

Epistle Reading

Prokeimenon. Fourth Tone. Psalm 103.24,1.
O Lord, how manifold are your works. You have made all things in wisdom.
Verse: Bless the Lord, O my soul.

The reading is from St. Peter's Second Universal Letter 1:10-19.

BRETHREN, be more zealous to confirm your call and election, for if you do this you will never fall; so there will be richly provided for you an entrance into the eternal kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Therefore I intend always to remind you of these things, though you know them and are established in the truth that you have. I think it right, as long as I am in this body, to arouse you by way of reminder, since I know that the putting off of my body will be soon, as our Lord Jesus Christ showed me. And I will see to it that after my departure you may be able at any time to recall these things.

For we did not follow cleverly devised myths when we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we were eyewitnesses of his majesty. For when he received honor and glory from God the Father and the voice was borne to him by the Majestic Glory, "This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased," we heard this voice borne from heaven, for we were with him on the holy mountain. And we have the prophetic word made more sure. You will do well to pay attention to this as to a lamp shining in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts.

Gospel Reading

Transfiguration of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ
The Reading is from Matthew 17:1-9

At that time, Jesus took with him Peter and James and John his brother, and led them up a high mountain apart. And he was transfigured before them, and his face shone like the sun, and his garments became white as light. And behold, there appeared to them Moses and Elijah, talking with him. And Peter said to Jesus, "Lord, it is well that we are here; if you wish, I will make three booths here, one for you and one for Moses and one for Elijah." He was still speaking, when lo, a bright cloud overshadowed them, and a voice from the cloud said, "This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to him." When the disciples heard this, they fell on their faces, and were filled with awe. But Jesus came and touched them, saying, "Rise, and have no fear." And when they lifted up their eyes, they saw no one but Jesus only. And as they were coming down the mountain, Jesus commanded them, "Tell no one the vision, until the Son of man is raised from the dead."

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Wisdom of the Fathers

The Lord does not always appear in glory to all who stand before Him. To beginners He appears in the form of a servant (Phil. 2:7); to those able to follow Him as He climbs the high mountain of His transfiguration He appears in the form of God, the form in which He existed before the world came to be (John 17:5).
St. Maximos the Confessor
Second Century on Theology, 13., 7th Century

It is therefore possible for the same Lord not to appear in the same way to all who stand before Him, but to appear to some in one way and to others in another way, according to the measure of each person's faith.
St. Maximos the Confessor
Second Century on Theology, 13., 7th Century

When the Logos of God becomes manifest and radiant in us, and His face shines like the sun, then His clothes will also look white. That is to say, the words of the Gospel will then be clear and distinct, with nothing concealed. And Moses and Elijah - the more spiritual principles of the Law and the Prophets - will also be present with Him.
St. Maximos the Confessor
Second Century on Theology, 13., 7th Century

Many scripture writers will tell you that the divinity is not only invisible (Col. 1:15 et. al.) and incomprehensible, but also 'unsearchable and inscrutable' (Rom. 11:13), since there is not a trace for anyone who would reach through into the hidden depths of this infinity. And yet, on the other hand, the Good is not absolutely incommunicable to everything. By itself it generously reveals a firm, transcendent beam, granting enlightenments proportionate to each being, and thereby draws sacred minds upward to its permitted contemplation, to participation and to the state of becoming like it. What happens to those who rightly and properly make this effort is this. They do not venture toward an impossibly daring sight of God, one beyond what is duly granted them. Nor do they go tumbling downward where their own natural inclinations would take them. No. Instead they are raised firmly and unswervingly upward in the direction of the ray which enlightens them. With a love matching the illuminations granted them, they take flight, reverently, wisely, in all holiness.
St. Dionysius the Areopagite
The Divine Names, Chapter One para. 2, Pseudo-Dionysius: The Complete Works; Paulist Press pg. 50, 5th Century

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Hymns of the Day

Apolytikion for Holy Transfiguration in the Grave Tone

You were transfigured upon the mountain, O Christ our God, showing to Your disciples Your glory as much as they could bear. Do also in us, sinners though we be, shine Your everlasting light, through the intercessions of the Theotokos, O Giver of light. Glory to You.

Seasonal Kontakion in the Grave Tone

You were transfigured on the mountain, O Christ our God, * and Your disciples beheld as much as they could of Your glory, * so that when they would see You crucified * they would understand that You suffered willingly, * and would proclaim to the world * that you are truly the brightness of the Father.

The translations of hymns are under copyright and used by permission. All rights reserved. These works may not be further reproduced, in print or on other websites or in any other form, without the prior written authorization of the copyright holder:

  • Apolytikion for Holy Transfiguration in the Grave Tone © Fr. Seraphim Dedes
  • Seasonal Kontakion in the Grave Tone © ACROD
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    Saints and Feasts

    Transfiguration
    August 06

    Transfiguration of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ

    Our Lord had spoken to His disciples many times not only concerning His Passion, Cross, and Death, but also concerning the coming persecutions and afflictions that they themselves would endure. Since all these evils were near at hand, but the enjoyment of good things which they hoped to receive in their stead was yet to come, our Savior desired to give them full assurance, evidently and openly, concerning that glory which is prepared for those who endure to the end. Therefore, fulfilling that which He had promised shortly before, that "there be some standing here which shall not taste of death, till they see the Son of man coming in His Kingdom" (Matt. 16:28), He took His three foremost disciples and ascended Mount Tabor, where He was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and His clothes became white as the light. Suddenly, together with this dread and marvelous effulgence of light, there appeared those pinnacles of the Prophets, Moses and Elias, who spoke with the Lord Jesus concerning His saving Passion which was about to take place. Standing before Him as reverent servants, they showed that He is the Lord of both the living and the dead, for Moses came forth from Hades, having died many centuries before, and Elias, as it were from heaven, whither he had been taken up while yet alive. After a little while a radiant cloud overshadowed them and out of the cloud they heard that same voice which had been heard at the Jordan at the Baptism of Christ, testifying to the Divinity of Jesus and saying: "This is My beloved Son, in Whom I am well-pleased; hear ye Him" (Matt. 17: 5).

    Such are the marvels, truly worthy of God, celebrated in this present feast, which is an image and prefiguring of the future state of the righteous, whose splendor the Lord spoke of, saying: "Then shall the righteous shine forth as the sun" (Matt. 13:43). It is because of this that the Kontakion of this Feast is said daily (when there is not a great feast) in the Service of the Typica in perpetual commemoration of the glory that will be the lot of the Saints. According to tradition, the Lord's Transfiguration came to pass forty days before His Crucifixion; this is why the Transfiguration is celebrated forty days before the Exaltation of the Cross.

    Allsaint
    August 07

    The Holy Righteous Martyr Dometius

    This Martyr, who lived during the reign of Saint Constantine the Great, was a Persian by race and an idolater by religion. He was catechized by a certain Christian named Abarus. He went to Nisibis, a city of Mesopotamia, where he was baptized and donned the monastic habit in a certain monastery. He afterwards ascended a mountain and there endured in extreme ascetical struggles, working miracles for those that came to him, and converting many unbelievers. Julian the Apostate learned of these things as he was marching against the Persians in 363, and at his command the Saint and his two disciples were stoned to death, as they were chanting the Sixth Hour.

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    August 08

    Holy New Martyrs Triantaphillus of Zagoras and Anastasius of Thessolonica

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    August 08

    Emilian the Confessor & Bishop of Cyzikos

    This Saint was one of the illustrious Orthodox Bishops called to Constantinople by the holy Patriarch Nicephorus to defend the veneration of the holy icons against Leo the Armenian (see Mar. 8). Saint Emilian was sent into exile by Leo about the year 815, and gave up his soul to the Lord amidst many afflictions and sufferings for the sake of his confession.

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    August 09

    The Holy Apostle Matthias

    After Judas by transgression fell from his apostleship (Acts 1: 25), and hanging himself out of despair ended his life with a wretched and shameful death (Matt. 27: 5), then, that the number of the Twelve not be lacking, all the disciples gathered in one place after the Ascension of the Savior (the number of men and women being 120), and they chose two men from among them, Joseph, called Barsabas, who was also surnamed Justus, and Matthias, and they set them in the midst. Then they prayed to God and cast lots, "and the lot fell upon Matthias, and he was numbered with the eleven Apostles" (Acts 1: 15-26). And thus, having taken the place of Judas, Matthias fulfilled the work of apostleship and the prophecy concerning Judas, which the Holy Spirit foretold by the mouth of David: "And his bishopric let another take" (Ps. 108:7). After this, it is said, Matthias preached the Gospel in Ethiopia, and completed his life there in martyrdom.

    Allsaint
    August 10

    Laurence the Holy Martyr & Archdeacon of Rome

    This Saint, who was born in Spain, was the Archdeacon of the Church of Rome, caring for the sacred vessels of the Church and distributing money to the needy. About the year 257, a harsh persecution was raised up against the Christians by Valerian. Pope Sixtus, who was from Athens, was commanded to worship the idols, and refused; before his martyrdom by beheading, he committed to Laurence all the sacred vessels of the Church. When Laurence was arrested and brought before the Prefect, he was questioned concerning the treasures of the Church; he asked for three days' time to prepare them. He then proceeded to gather all the poor and needy, and presented them to the Prefect and said, "Behold the treasures of the Church." The Prefect became enraged at this and gave command that Laurence be racked, then scourged with scorpions (a whip furnished with sharp iron points - compare II Chron. 10:11), then stretched out on a red-hot iron grill. But the courageous athlete of Christ endured without groaning. After he had been burned on one side, he said, "My body is done on one side; turn me over on the other." And when this had taken place, the Martyr said to the tyrants, "My flesh is now well done, you may taste of it." And when he had said this, and had prayed for his slayers in imitation of Christ, he gave up his spirit on August 10, 258.

    Allsaint
    August 11

    Euplus the Holy Martyr & Archdeacon of Cantania

    This Martyr was from Catania in Sicily and contested during the reign of Diocletian. He presented himself of his own accord to Calvisianus the Governor, who put him to exceedingly harsh torments. As Euplus was on the rack, Calvisianus commanded him to worship Mars, Apollo, and Aesculapius; he answered he worshipped the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. He was beheaded in the year 304.

    Niphon
    August 11

    Our Holy Father Niphonus, Patriarch of Constantinople

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    August 11

    Commemoration of St. Spyridon's Miracle in Corfu against the Turkish invasion of 1716

    Allsaint
    August 12

    The Holy Martyrs Photius and Anicetus of Nicomedia

    These Martyrs contested in Nicomedia about the year 288. When Diocletian stirred up his persecution of the Christians, Anicetus presented himself openly and said that all who worship idols are blind and senseless. He was beaten with rods so ruthlessly that his bones appeared from the rents and wounds in his flesh. As he was suffering further torments, his nephew Photius came and embraced him, calling him his father and his uncle. He was also put to many tortures with him. They were then imprisoned together for three years. Finally they were cast into a furnace, where they gave up their spirits, and their bodies were preserved unharmed. Saint Anicetus is one of the Holy Unmercenaries.

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    Metropolis of Atlanta

    Message from Metropolitan Alexios

    My Beloved Ones,

    This Sunday we are blessed to celebrate the feast of our Lord’s Transfiguration. When the August 6th falls on a Sunday, the usual rubrics for the Divine Liturgy are replaced by the celebratory Liturgy of the Transfiguration. This Feast is a special observation as it one of the major Feasts of our Lord which commemorates a miracle that that occurred to Himself, and not others.

    Shortly before His Crucifixion, our Lord brought the “inner circle” of His Disciples—Peter, James and John—with Him to pray on Mount Tabor. The Evangelist Luke tells us that the Disciples were resting, but they awoke to an amazing sight: there, at the summit of the mountain stood the Transfigured Christ. His “...appearance… was altered, and his raiment became dazzling white” (Luke 9:29). Also amazing was the presence of Moses and Elijah, “who spoke of his departure, which he was to accomplish at Jerusalem”. Peter suggests to Christ that they “…make three booths, one for you and one for Moses and one for Elijah” (Luke 9:30). Finally, completing the miraculous nature of the event, the voice of the Father was heard telling the Disciples “This is my Son, my Beloved; listen to him!” (Luke 9:35).

    During this manifestation of Christ’s two natures, an important detail that should not be overlooked is Peter’s misunderstanding of the significance of the event. Human beings have the tendency to think in materialistic terms, often because we chose to focus on the physical reality of what we can see in front of us, rather than the spiritual reality which God intends for us to see.

    Only days before, Peter had grown is his discipleship by correctly praising Jesus as the Son of God. Now, when he is presented with Christ in His glorified state—as well as confirmation of Christ’s Death and Resurrection as the fulfillment of both the Law (through Moses) and the Prophets (through Elijah)—Peter is instead blinded by material matters. Instead of focusing on the miracle’s preparation for salvation, he wishes to prolong the miracle to bask in the presence of these great men. As a faithful man, his intentions were not impure, but misguided. Only after his misunderstanding does the voice of our Father appear, as He did during the Baptism in the Jordan—to guide us all toward our true focus, which is Christ.

    My beloved ones, the path to discipleship is not an easy task. Peter, who was the first to proclaim his Teacher as God, made this mistake merely days later (and it would certainly not be his last before the Crucifixion of our Lord). Let us use the coming Feast of the Transfiguration to prayerfully consider the ways in which we too can focus more on the glory of God, and not our own understanding.

    +ALEXIOS                 
    Metropolitan of Atlanta

     

     

    From the Chancellor's Deskk

    As we celebrate the Feast of the Transfiguration of our Lord, God, and Savior, Jesus Christ, this weekend, may we thank Him for the strength that He gives us to share and minister to others. May we acknowledge His blessings in providing us the many talents by which we may help others.

    In spite of our wrongdoings against Him and our neighbors, may He show us great mercy in overlooking our ignorance and unbelief. May our Transfigured Lord provide us with opportunities and encouragement to serve Him and His creation.

    Through our faith and our response to the teachings of our Lord Jesus Christ, may we beseech Him to overflow in each of us the faith and the love that are available in Him. And may we always proclaim the truth that our Lord Jesus Christ came into the world to save humankind. Glory to Him forever! Amen.

    +Fr. George Tsahakis
    Chancellor

     

     

     

     The Strategic Plan

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    Strategic Plan Updates

     

    The Inaugural “Mini” Faith Forums in Raleigh during Clergy-Laity were very successful! Attendees were able to learn about how to implement the tools put together by the various goal teams. The topics presented were:

    • Parish Strategic Planning 
    • Seniors Program 
    • Risk Management 
    • Council of Ministries 
    • Comprehensive Stewardship 
    • Orthodox Leadership Training 
    • Newly Married Couples Mentoring 
    • Spiritual Growth Resources 
    • Religious Education 
    • Early Parentening  
    • Best Education Materials 

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    Most of the above goals have content posted on the portal. Parishioners are invited to use the new content found at www.atlstrategicplan.org/portal to enhance their efforts working for the Church and its many ministries. The completed Goals include: 1.1 Parish Strategic Planning (including the addition of customizable templates), 1.3 Risk Management, 3.3 Communications Director, 5.1 Early Parenting, 5.2 Newly Married Couple Mentoring, 5.4 Seniors Program, 8.1 Spiritual Growth Resources, 10.1 Metropolis Website and 10.3 Best Practices Metropolis Resource Center Portal. If you have questions, contact your Parish Champion or communications@atlmetropolis.org.

     

    Family Life Ministry

    The Metropolis of Atlanta’s Family Life Ministry (www.familylifeministry.atlanta.goarch.org) strengthens individuals, families and church families through adaptable programs, blogs and educational materials as a means of fostering connection within our homes and our parishes. 

    School’s out for summer!  Now what do we do…how do we balance kids, work, home and activities?  Join us today as we discuss how to make summers with your kids count.  We’ve got ideas on how to take advantage of the opportunity summer gives to spend more quality time with your kids by creating a summer bucket list, summer goals, and a routine schedule to keep your Orthodox Christian family centered and structured during the summer months.

     

    Journey of Marriage (Pre-Marital Seminar)

    All couples marrying in the Metropolis must attend a Metropolis-sponsored Journey of Marriage seminar prior to their wedding. The couple will present their certificate of completion to their parish priest after the seminar.

    • August 26th, 2017 - Clearwater, FL
    • Sept 9, 2017 - Hollywood, FL

    To see the full list of seminars through 2017, and to register, please visit: http://www.familylifeministry.atlanta.goarch.org/upcoming-events-2/

     

    Shop with Amazon, donate to the DRC

    Amazon Smile is a program that allows for 0.5% of your eligible Amazon purchase to be donated to the Diakonia Retreat Center (No Added Cost To You). To find our Amazon Smile page, visit  https://smile.amazon.com/ch/91-2187047.

     

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    Panagia Chapel

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    The Panagia Chapel is now being built at our Diakonia Retreat Center.  Upon completion it will be the heart and life for all who attend retreats there, a unique place of prayer for all in our Metropolis now and for generations to come.

    Click here to see photos of the construction as of February 15, 2017, during the Clergy Syndesmos Late Winter Retreat.

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    Assembly of Bishops News

    Atlas of American Orthodox Monasteries Electronic Edition is Now Available

    06/12/2017

    http://assemblyofbishops.org/news/2017/new-atlas-of-american-orthodox-monasteries-now-available
    The electronic version of the widely popular Atlas of American Orthodox Christian Monasteries has been released by the Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of the USA and made available free of charge to everyone.

    Go and Make Disciples: Evangelization and Outreach in US Orthodox Parishes

    04/24/2017

    http://assemblyofbishops.org/news/2017/evangelization-study-report
    The first ever, national study on evangelization and outreach in Orthodox parishes in the United States has been released by the Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of the USA. The report 'Go and Make Disciples: Evangelization and Outreach in US Orthodox Parishes' explores the practices and strategies developed by some Orthodox parishes that can be viewed as 'exemplary' in their missionary and outreach efforts.

    Assembly Chairman's Message for Holy Pascha 2017

    04/12/2017

    http://assemblyofbishops.org/news/2017/chairmans-message-for-holy-pascha-2017
    Pascha 2017 - To the Reverend Priests and Deacons, the Monks and Nuns, the Presidents and Members of Parish Councils, the Day, Afternoon, and Church Schools, the Members of Philanthropic Organizations, the Youth and Youth Workers, and the entire Orthodox Christian Family in the United States of America

    Greek Orthodox Archdiocese to Continue Successful Fellowships at the UN

    02/07/2017

    http://assemblyofbishops.org/news/2017/united-nations-fellowship
    The Department of Inter-Orthodox, Ecumenical and Interfaith Relations of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America is inviting graduate and recent post-graduate students to apply for its fellowships at the United Nations.

    New Map of Bishops and Parishes Available on the Assembly Website

    12/07/2016

    http://assemblyofbishops.org/news/2016/new-map-of-bishops-and-parishes-available-on-the-assembly-website
    An updated map of Orthodox bishops and parishes in the US is now available on the Assembly's website.

    Message of the Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of the United States of America

    10/06/2016

    http://assemblyofbishops.org/news/2016/message-2016-assembly
    We, the members of the Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of the United States of America, gathered in Detroit, Michigan, for our seventh annual meeting on October 4-6, 2016 greet you with love in Christ as we offer glory and thanksgiving to Him. Forty-one hierarchs assembled in order to recognize and reinforce our unity in the Orthodox faith.

    Address of the Chairman His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios of America at the 7th Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of the United States of America

    10/06/2016

    http://assemblyofbishops.org/news/2016/address-archbishop-demetrios-assembly-2016
    Having approached and partaken in the Holy Eucharist as members of the Body of Christ, we convene here in Detroit, Michigan. It is a city whose people have experienced the results of decades of neglect, isolation, and abandonment, but now steadily move forward on the path of transformation towards a renewed life. I cannot help but reflect upon the idea of transformation in our case. We truly need a transformation in Christ, with Christ, and for Christ leading to unity, holiness and effective service. And if this is so, we must, following the Apostle Paul, strive to know Christ and the power of His resurrection and the sharing of His sufferings (Phil. 3:10), and following the Apostle Peter, with a sincere love for the brethren and from a pure heart let us love one another intensely (1 Peter 1:22).

    Official Website of Holy and Great Council Now Online

    05/25/2016

    http://assemblyofbishops.org/news/2016/official-website-of-holy-and-great-council-now-online
    The official website of the Holy and Great Council is now online.
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    Hellenic College Holy Cross News

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    CrossRoad Summer Institute’s First Session a Great Success

    06/30/2017

    http://www.hchc.edu/about/news/news_releases/crossroad-june-2017
    The CrossRoad Summer Institute at Hellenic College Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology began its 14th season with a very successful first session from June 17-27. 32 young Orthodox Christians from 20 states attended.
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    Greek Orthodox Archdiocese News

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    Holy Eparchial Synod nominates three candidates for the vacancy of the Metropolis of Chicago

    07/06/2017

    The Holy Eparchial Synod of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America convened today July 6, 2017, at the Synodal Chamber of the Holy Archdiocese, under the chairmanship of His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios of America and with all its members in attendance.
    https://www.goarch.org/-/holy-eparchial-synod-nominates-three-candidates-for-the-vacancy-of-the-metropolis-of-chicago
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