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
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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.
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These Martyrs, sisters according to the flesh, were from Bithynia. They lived in virginity on a mountain near the Pythian hot springs of Bithynia, devoting themselves to asceticism and prayer. Betrayed to the local governor, Fronto, they were subjected to frightful tortures, and so gave up their holy souls into the hands of God. They contested for the Faith during the reign of Maximian, in the year 304.
Saint Cornelius was a Roman by race, a pagan by religion, a centurion in rank, an inhabitant of Caesarea of Palestine, a man pious and God-fearing who gave many alms to the people and prayed continually unto God. In accordance with an angelic vision granted to him, he sent to Joppa that they might bring the Apostle Peter. Saint Peter catechized him in the Faith of Christ and baptized all his household (Acts, ch.10). This became the beginning and the first fruits of the calling of the nations. It is said that, after this, he became a bishop, as some say, of Caesarea; but others say of Scepsis, which is not far from Troas; and that he died as a martyr.
Saint Helen, the mother of Saint Constantine the Great, when she was already advanced in years, undertook, in her great piety, the hardships of a journey to Jerusalem in search of the cross, about the year 325. A temple to Aphrodite had been raised up by the Emperor Hadrian upon Golgotha, to defile and cover with oblivion the place where the saving Passion had been suffered. The venerable Helen had the statue of Aphrodite destroyed, and the earth removed, revealing the Tomb of our Lord, and three crosses. Of these, it was believed that one must be that of our Lord, the other two of the thieves crucified with Him; but Saint Helen was at a loss which one might be the Wood of our salvation. At the inspiration of Saint Macarius, Archbishop of Jerusalem, a lady of Jerusalem, who was already at the point of death from a certain disease, was brought to touch the crosses, and as soon as she came near to the Cross of our Lord, she was made perfectly whole. Consequently, the precious Cross was lifted on high by Archbishop Macarius of Jerusalem; as he stood on the ambo, and when the people beheld it, they cried out, "Lord have mercy." It should be noted that after its discovery, a portion of the venerable Cross was taken to Constantinople as a blessing. The rest was left in Jerusalem in the magnificent church built by Saint Helen, until the year 614. At that time, the Persians plundered Palestine and took the Cross to their own country (see Jan. 22, Saint Anastasius the Persian). Late, in the year 628, Emperor Heraclius set out on a military campaign, retrieved the Cross, and after bringing it to Constantinople, himself escorted it back to Jerusalem, where he restored it to its place.
Rest from labour. A Fast is observed today, whatever day of the week it may be.
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 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.
Afterward 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.
Prokeimenon. Plagal Second Mode. Psalm 27.9,1.
O Lord, save your people and bless your inheritance.
Verse: To you, O Lord, I have cried, O my God.
The reading is from St. Paul's Letter to the Galatians 6:11-18.
Brethren, see with what large letters I am writing to you with my own hand. It is those who want to make a good showing in the flesh that would compel you to be circumcised, and only in order that they may not be persecuted for the cross of Christ. For even those who receive circumcision do not themselves keep the law, but they desire to have you circumcised that they may glory in your flesh. But far be it from me to glory except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world. For neither circumcision counts for anything, nor uncircumcision, but a new creation. Peace and mercy be upon all who walk by this rule, upon the Israel of God. Henceforth let no man trouble me; for I bear on my body the marks of Jesus. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit, brethren. Amen.
Sunday before Holy Cross
The Reading is from John 3:13-17
The Lord said, "No one has ascended into heaven but he who descended from heaven, the Son of man who is in heaven. And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, so must the Son of man be lifted up, that whoever believes in him may have eternal life.
"For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. For God sent the Son into the world, not to condemn the world, but that the world might be saved through him."
Orthodox faithful are encouraged to participate regularly in the Eucharist. Yet, for our spiritual development, we need to examine ourselves responsibly before coming in front of the Holy Chalice (I Cor. 11:28). Please remember that Holy Communion should be received only by the Orthodox Faithful in good ecclesiastical standing that have prepared as prescribed by the Canons of the Church through fasting, prayer and regular Confession, and attend the entire Divine Liturgy.
8:30AM Orthros
9:30AM Divine Liturgy
11:00AM Meet the Sunday School Teacher & Brats, Beans and Burger Luncheon
12:00PM Catechism Class
6:00PM Vigil & Procession with the True Cross
6:00AM Divine Liturgy
5:00PM Great Vespers
8:30AM Orthros
9:30AM Divine Liturgy
11:00AM GOYA Spaghetti Luncheon
12:00PM Catechism Class
Our New Catechism class will start TODAY, September10, 2017. The program is open for non-Orthodox as well as for Orthodox Christians. Join us to learn more about the Orthodox Faith and don't forget to bring a friend. See Fr. Vasile if you like to join!
You can read our current Forerunner here:
Special services: prayers of intercession for the Harvey Hurricane victims. A 2nd tray collection will be passed to benefit IOCC US Emergency Response Fund.
This Sunday’s for Coffee Hour we invite you to the Youth Ministry Back to School: Burgers, Beans and Brats Luncheon! Thank you for your support!
We need volunteers to host coffee hour on:
- Nov 19 (Fast) & Nov. 26 (Fast).
PLEASE SIGN UP! Check the sign-up sheet in the hall or call / text Connie Rafailedes at (817) 994–7077.
STEWARDSHIP 2017 info as of 09/10/2017:
- Goal to cover expenses: $355,337
- Pledged: $297,233
- Short: $ 58,104
- Stewardship card submitted: 140
BOOKSTORE: “Our thoughts determine our lives: The life and teaching of Elder Thadeus of Vitovnica” - $15
TODAY, AFTER SERVICE:
- 2nd tray collection for the Harvey Hurricane victims.
- GOYA meeting
- Alpha Omega program for Boy and Girl Scouts who have graduated 5th grade and older.
- Meet the Sunday School teacher
- Festival Dance Practice.
- Catechism class: after coffee hour (12pm)
SPONSORS for our parish 2018 Ecclesiastical Calendar are needed. Please contact the church office (817) 283-2291.
Due date: Sept. 30, 2017.
- Sept. 17: Sunday School starts!
- Sept. 17: Philoptochos collection for Holy Cross seminary.
- Sept. 17: GOYA spaghetti lunch fund raiser.
- Oct. 31, 6 – 8 pm: All Saints Celebration (Halloween Hideaway). Come dressed as a saint and let us all guess who you represent! Adults can dress up, too! Come and have fun!
FESTIVAL BAKING SCHEDULE:
- Sept. 30, Sat: Dolmathes Prep. Chairperson: Larry Leeders
- Oct, 3, Tue: Koulourkia Prep. Chairperson: Stacia Dube
- Oct, 4, Wed: Kourambiethes Prep. Chairperson: Stacia Dube
- Oct, 7, Sat: Baklava Prep. Chairperson: Barbara Vittas
- Oct, 8, Sun: Packing. Please stay after Liturgy and help.
FESTIVAL RAFFLE PRIZES: We need gift cards from moderate to very nice DFW dining establishments to cover at least 1 person’s meal at dinner time. NO Fast Food establishments gift cards! 501(c)3 letter available to deduct the cost.
FESTIVAL RAFFLE TICKETS & VOLUNTEERS SIGN UP: Please check our church website: www.stjohndfw.info
FESTIVAL DANCE PRACTICE SCHEDULE
Dance practices will be following Church service and Sunday school
Estimated practice hours (times may vary):
- OPA: 12 – 12:30 pm
- YOUNG ATHENIANS: 12:30 – 1:00 pm
- HELLENIC: 1:00 – 2:00 pm
- OLYMPIANS: 2:00 – 3:00 pm
Upcoming practices:
- Sunday, September 10
- Sunday, September 17 – Assign costumes
- Sunday, September 24
- Sunday, October 1
- Sunday, October 8 – Practice on stage
Olympians will also be having some Saturday practice: TBA
Support our Metropolis by participating in our Advocates 1000 program. More info at the link below
http://denver.goarch.org/advocates-support-for-the-metropolis-
Letter from our Metropolitan, offering prayers and encouraging us to help our brothers and sisters in need.
Protocol 17-06 - Hurricane Harvey
Please fill out your new commemoration list for 2017 - 2018. Remember to write the date and your family name. You can include the names of your Spiritual Parents, God-Parents, Grand-Parents, Parents, God Children, Children and all the other relatives and friends. Only Baptismal names (or first names if non-Orthodox) are needed.
Click on the link bellow or see attached the 2017 Stewardship Form. Right click on the link, save it on your computer, open it, fill in the information and save it on your computer again with your name in the title. For example if your name is John Baptist save it as John_Baptist_2017.pdf. Once done, mail the completed form to us at
Fr. Serafim Aldea is a Hieromonk from UK and he is opening a monastery in the Island of Mull, dedicated to All the Celtic Saints. He is currently doing a tour in the USA to gather some necessary construction funds for the monastery. (Please see the attached flier)
The Holy and Great Synod of the Ecumenical Patriarchate announced today the new composition of the Synod for the period Sept.1, 2017 to Feb. 2, 2018 under the chairmanship of His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew.
The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America announces that information published in a daily Greek-American newspaper stating that His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios Geron of America was asked by the Ecumenical Patriarchate to resign, is false and baseless.