St. John The Baptist Greek Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2024-07-14
Bulletin Contents
Welcome!
Saints and Feasts
Hymns of the Day
Gospel and Epistle Readings
Wisdom of the Fathers
Parish Activities
Prayers Request

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St. John The Baptist Greek Orthodox Church

General Information

  • Phone:
  • (817) 283-2291
  • Fax:
  • (817) 545-0302
  • Street Address:

  • 303 Cullum Drive

  • Euless, TX 76040

Contact Information

Office Administrator Cristina Korzun


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Parish Priest Rev. Protopresbyter Vasile Tudora

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Parish Council President Zachary Reimer


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Services Schedule

Small Paraklesis - Wednesday 6:00PM

Great Vespers - Saturday 5:00PM

Matins - Sunday 8:30AM

Divine Liturgy - Sunday 9:30 AM

Confessions - Saturday after Vespers or upon request

Past Bulletins


Welcome!

We welcome all of you to St. John the Baptist and we give glory to God for your presence here today!

Our church is open to parishioners and visitors alike.

You can also visit http://stjohndfw.info for the latest updates 

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The texts for daily services are available here:

GOA DIGITAL CHANT STAND: https://dcs.goarch.org/goa/dcs/servicesindex.html

The schedule of on all our services can be found here:

http://stjohndfw.info/news/calendar-2/ 

Our 2024 STEWARDSHIP NEEDS YOUR HELP. You can pledge ONLINE here: http://tinyurl.com/2y2vjyez.  

Your participation is critical to support the tremendous growth we see in your parish. Kindly pledge online or fill a new card for 2024 and don't forget to set-up your new payment plan in REALM (it's a separate process, see donations link below).

Our secure REALM Online Donation system is available from your home right now. You can make your donations here: https://onrealm.org/stjohndfw/give/joy or by sending a check to the parish. 

 Thank you all for your participating in the ministries of St. John's Parish!

 

 

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Saints and Feasts

July 14

Sunday of the Holy Fathers of the 4th Ecumenical Council

On the Sunday that falls from the 13th to the 19th of the present month, we chant the Service to the 630 Holy and God-bearing Fathers who came together for the 4th Ecumenical Council who assembled in Chalcedon in 451, to condemn Eutyches, who taught that there was only one nature, the divine, in Christ after the Incarnation, and Dioscorus, Patriarch of Alexandria, who illegally received Eutyches back into communion and deposed Saint Flavian, Patriarch of Constantinople, who had excommunicated Eutyches.

In the Slavic tradition, on this Sunday, the Fathers of the first six Ecumenical Councils are all commemorated.

July 14

Aquila the Apostle among the 70

Saint Aquila, who was from Pontus of Asia Minor, was a Jew by race and a tent-maker by trade. In the year 52 he and his wife Priscilla were in Corinth when Saint Paul first came there. They gave him hospitality, and the Apostle remained with them for many days, himself working at the same trade as they (Acts 18:2-3). And having believed in Christ through Paul, they followed him from that time on, working together with him and suffering perils with him for the sake of the preaching of the Gospel, as he himself testifies concerning them in his Epistle to the Romans, saying: "Greet Priscilla and Aquila, my helpers in Christ Jesus: who have for my life laid down their own necks: unto whom not only I give thanks, but also all the churches of the nations" (Rom. 16:3-4). When and where they reposed is unknown.

July 14

Our Holy Father Joseph the Confessor, Archbishop of Thessalonica

Saint Joseph was the brother of Saint Theodore the Studite (see Nov. 11). He also is called Studite, especially when he is mentioned together with his brother. According to Codinus, both of them composed the canons of the Triodion during the reign of Leo the Armenian, while in the Church of Saint Romanus (see Nov. 18); he is not to be confused with Saint Joseph the Hymnographer (Apr. 3). When Saint Joseph became Archbishop of Thessalonica, he was exiled thrice because of his godly zeal for the holy icons, suffering many hardships, imprisonments in dark dungeons, hunger, thirst, and every tribulation, in the midst of which he departed unto eternal life in 833.

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Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Second Mode

When Thou didst descend unto death, O Life Immortal, then didst Thou slay Hades with the lightning of Thy Divinity. And when Thou didst also raise the dead out of the nethermost depths, all the powers in the Heavens cried out: O Life-giver, Christ our God, glory be to Thee.

Reading is under copyright and is used with permission, all rights reserved by: Holy Transfiguration Monastery


Apolytikion for Sun. of the Holy Fathers in the Plagal Fourth Mode

Most glorified art Thou, O Christ our God, Who hast established our Fathers as luminous stars upon the earth, and through them didst guide us all to the true Faith. O Most Merciful One, glory be to Thee.

Reading is under copyright and is used with permission, all rights reserved by: Holy Transfiguration Monastery


Apolytikion of the Synaxis of John the Forerunner in the Second Mode

The memory of the just is celebrated with hymns of praise * but the Lord's testimony is sufficient for thee, O Forerunner, * for thou wast proved to be truly even more venerable than the Prophets * since thou wast granted to baptize in the running waters * Him Whom they proclaim. * Wherefore having contested for the Truth, * thou didst rejoice to announce the good tidings even to those in Hades * that God has appeared in the flesh * taking away the sin of the world * and granting us great mercy.


Seasonal Kontakion in the Second Mode

Protection of Christians that cannot be put to shame, unfailing mediation with the Maker, do not despise the voices of us sinners as we pray; but, in your love be quick to help us who cry to you with faith: Hasten to intercede, make speed to entreat, O Mother of God, for you ever protect those who honor you.

Reading is under copyright and is used with permission, all rights reserved by: Gabriel Cremeens


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Gospel and Epistle Readings

Matins Gospel Reading

Third Orthros Gospel
The Reading is from Mark 16:9-20

When Jesus rose early on the first day of the week, He appeared first to Mary Magdalene, from whom He had cast out seven demons. She went and told those who had been with Him, as they mourned and wept. But when they heard that He was alive and had been seen by her, they would not believe it.

After this he appeared in another form to two of them, as they were walking into the country. And they went back and told the rest, but they did not believe them. After this He appeared to the eleven themselves as they sat at table and He upbraided them for their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they had not believed those who saw Him after He had risen. And He said to them, "Go into all the world and preach the gospel to the whole creation. He who believes and is baptized will be saved; but he who does not believe will be condemned. And these signs will accompany those who believe: in My name they will cast out demons; they will speak in new tongues; they will pick up serpents, and if they drink any deadly thing, it will not hurt them; they will lay their hands on the sick, and they will recover."

So then the Lord Jesus, after He had spoken to them, was taken up into heaven, and sat down at the right hand of God. And they went forth and preached everywhere, while the Lord worked with them and confirmed the message by the signs that attended it. Amen.

Epistle Reading

Prokeimenon. Plagal Second Mode. Psalm 31.11,1.
Be glad in the Lord, and rejoice, O righteous.
Verse: Blessed are they whose transgressions have been forgiven.

The reading is from St. Paul's Letter to Titus 3:8-15.

Titus, my son, the saying is sure. I desire you to insist on these things, so that those who have believed in God may be careful to apply themselves to good deeds; these are excellent and profitable to men. But avoid stupid controversies, genealogies, dissensions, and quarrels over the law, for they are unprofitable and futile. As for a man who is factious, after admonishing him once or twice, have nothing more to do with him, knowing that such a person is perverted and sinful; he is self-condemned.

When I send Artemas or Tychicos to you, do your best to come to me at Nicopolis, for I have decided to spend the winter there. Do your best to speed Zenas the lawyer and Apollos on their way; see that they lack nothing. And let our people learn to apply themselves to good deeds, so as to help cases of urgent need, and not to be unfruitful.

All who are with me send greeting to you. Greet those who love us in the faith. Grace be with you all. Amen.

Gospel Reading

Sunday of the Holy Fathers of the 4th Ecumenical Council
The Reading is from Matthew 5:14-19

The Lord said to his disciples, "You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hid. Nor do men light a lamp and put it under a bushel, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven. Think not that I have come to abolish the law and the prophets; I have come not to abolish them but to fulfill them. For truly, I say to you, till heaven and earth pass away, not an iota, not a dot, will pass from the law until all is accomplished. Whoever then relaxes one of the least of these commandments and teaches men so, shall be called least in the kingdom of heaven; but he who does them and teaches them shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven."

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Wisdom of the Fathers

The Lord says to His disciples, 'Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven' (Matt. 5:16). He does not say this to urge them to show off, but to urge them to organize their lives as is pleasing to God. Just as light effortlessly attracts people's gaze, so a way of life pleasing to God draws their minds along with their eyes. We do not praise the air which shares in the brilliance of the sunlight, but the sun which is the source of this brilliance and bestows it on us. Even if we do praise the air for its brightness, we praise the sun much more. So it is when someone makes the brilliance of the Sun of righteousness (Mal. 4:2) visible through his virtuous deeds. As soon as anyone looks at him, they are immediately led towards the glory of the Father in heaven of Christ, the Sun of righteousness.
St. Gregory Palamas
Homilies Vol. 1, Homily Ten para. 14; Saint Tikhon's Seminary Press pgs. 110-111, 14th century

Every work which does not have love as its beginning and root is nothing.
St. John Chrysostom
Unknown, 4th century

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Parish Activities

Today, the service is presided by Rev. Fr. Patrick Irish

Special Service: Trisagion Service for Bertha Refugia Reyes, Mario Reyes’ grandmother

2024 STEWARDSHIP and financials as of 7/14/2024

Goal:                                            $580,000

Pledged:                                          $466,824

Received To Date of Pledged:        $261,178

Pledges Submitted:                        178

 

TODAY, AFTER SERVICE:

BOOKSTORE: Orthodox pendants

COFFEE HOUR: Please join us for coffee hour after the service.

Next Sunday: Potluck. Bring a dish to share! Lent Free!

 

 UPCOMING EVENTS:

  • July 15-19, 9am – 12:30 pm:  Vacation Bible School “Rooted in Christ” for ages 4 to 12. If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer Hock at 859-630-9157 (text or call). The event is free, but donations will be accepted.
  • Wednesday, July 17, 6:30 pm: Gladsome Light Dialogues. Featured book: The mountain of Silence by Kyriacos Markides. You have the book in our church library. We will discuss the chapter 5. Please bring a Lenten dish to share.
  • Saturday, July 20, 9:00 am – 10:30 am: Men's Fellowship Breakfast. Join us for breakfast and a brotherly spiritual talk!
  • Saturday, July 20, starting with 9 am: Koulourakia baking for the FestivalCome and have fun! No experience needed. We will teach you!
  • July 26-27: Philoptochos Garage / Rummage Sale. We are currently accepting donations: Clean, gently used clothing, Shoes, Appliances, Toys, Rugs, Jewelry, Coats (boys, girls, infant, men and ladies), Athletic Equipment, Lamps, tables, chairs, aso.

We will set up the Indoor Rummage Sale on Thursday, July 25th.  The Rummage Sale will be from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm on Friday the 26th and Saturday the 27th.  Look at your calendar so you can plan your days to volunteer.

 

MID-CITIES GREEK FOODFEST (Oct. 11-12-13)

Baking Schedule:

  • Sat. July 20, starting with 9 am: Koulourakia baking
  • Fri. August 2 and Sat. August 3, starting with 9:00 am – we are rolling Dolmathes.
  • Sat. August 17, starting 9 am: Galaktoboureko preparation
  • Fri. October 4 and Sat. October 5, starting with 9:00 am – Baklava preparation
  • Sun. October 6, after service: Patries Packaging
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Prayers Request

Prayer Request – July 14, 2024

(Please use the baptismal names when commemorating.  If it is not available, please use the first name.)

Members of our parish who are in hospital or rehab:

Name:                                           Baptismal name:

  • Virginia Karegeannes                      Catherine
  • Vasiliki Leventis                            Vasiliki

Members of our parish who are in assisted living or nursing home:

Name:                                           Baptismal name:

  • Leo Alexander                               Panteleimon
  • Kost Bosnakis                                Konstantinos
  • Joyce Hofland
  • Velva Johnson                                Heleni
  • Bernard Peter Korzun

Members of our parish who are ill / in recovery:

Name:                                           Baptismal name:

  • Wes Albaugh
  • Chrysanthi Andromalos                  Chrysanthi
  • Pat Ballas                                       Panayiota
  • Elias Bahou                                    Elias
  • Norma Balignot
  • Michael Bogdos                             Michael
  • Kassandra Bogordos                       Kassandra
  • Robin Boomstra
  • Jason Caros                                    Jason
  • Margaret Chokas                            Maria
  • Tim Cline                                       Timothy
  • Edward Tex Collins                        Taxiarchon
  • Helen Dieb                                     Helen
  • Orest & Refije Duka                       Anesti & Katherine
  • Vickie Dunham                              Photinia
  • Ana Forcum                                   Ana
  • Gwendolyn Franklyn
  • Heather Gregoire                            Mary
  • Awni & Maryan Haddad                 Rafael & Maryan
  • Jennifer Hock                                 Zenobia
  • Leslie Hock
  • Slavica Ivovic                                Slavica
  • Michael Jeznach                             Michael
  • Abraham Maayeh                           Abraham
  • Jude MacLead
  • Michael Mavias                              Michael
  • Themis & Zoe Mavrelli                  Euthymia & Zoe
  • Laura & Liliana Nicolescu              Laura & Liliana Gabriela
  • Mercy Parojinog
  • Arabella Parson                              Helena
  • Ruby Phillips
  • Candice Reyes                  
  • Nicholas Rodakis                           Nicholas
  • Ted Sarros                                      John
  • Robert Steffaro                               Rodion
  • Oleg & Valentina Tiganiuc             Oleg & Valentina
  • Sarah Varvaris                               Sara
  • Georgia Vratinina                           Georgia
  • Ronald Warkentin

Members of our parish who have chronic illnesses:

Name:                                           Baptismal name:

  • Gabriel, Rita & Marina Abanoub     Gabriel, Rita & Marina
  • Tami, Olivia & Nathaniel Brugman Dymphna, Theodora & Nathaniel
  • Andrew Lucas Burlacu
  • Ashley Choate                                Maria Magdalena
  • Elizabeth Cronin                            Elizabeth
  • Samiha Gayed                                Samiha
  • Michael Genovezos                        Michael
  • Mavra Grimm                                Mavra
  • Harry Karegeannes                         Haralambos
  • Gregory Kerbow                            Gregory
  • John Koutsoufis                             Ioannis
  • Emilia Lueth                                  Emilia
  • George Manos                                George
  • Michaela Miller                              Michaela
  • Andreas Mihalakeas                       Andreas
  • Gail Poriotis                                   Evangelia
  • Georgia Souris                               Georgia
  • Ann, Jason & Amy Nicole Sullivan Ana, Jason & Nicole
  • Vasile & Madalina Tache                Vasile & Madalina
  • Dean Theophilou                            Constantine
  • Kristy Warkentin                            Paraskeva
  • George Vittas                                 George, Reader

Members of our parish with limited mobility:

Name:                                           Baptismal name:

  • Dr. Lucille Howton                         Lucille
  • Constantinos Katsikas                     Constantinos
  • Marika Shackelford                        Maria

Family members who fell asleep in the Lord in the last 40 days:

  • Donna Morris                                   Spyridona

As this information is not always easy to find, kindly let us know of anyone else that should be on this list.

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