January 29
Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2017-01-29
Bulletin Contents
Gospel and Epistle Readings
News & Upcoming Events
Saints and Feasts
Assembly of Bishops News
Hymns of the Day
Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church
General Information
- Phone:
- (201) 652-4774 for emergencies: 201 870 2676
- Fax:
- (201) 652-0789
- Email:
- office@stnicholasnj.org
- Street Address:
- 467 Grandview Avenue
- Wyckoff, NJ 07481
Contact Information
Services Schedule
Sundays in the fall, winter & spring:
Matins: 9 a.m. & Divine Liturgy 10a.m. except during the summer
Summer hours for Sundays in July and August:
Matins: 8:30a.m. & Divine Liturgy 9:30a.m.
Past Bulletins
- Publish Date:
- 2017-05-28
- Publish Date:
- 2017-05-21
- Publish Date:
- 2017-05-14
- Publish Date:
- 2017-05-07
- Publish Date:
- 2017-04-30
- Publish Date:
- 2017-04-23
Gospel and Epistle Readings
Matins Gospel Reading
Tenth Orthros Gospel
The Reading is from John 21:1-14
At that time, Jesus revealed himself again to the disciples by the Sea of Tiberias; and he revealed himself in this way. Simon Peter, Thomas called the Twin, Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two others of his disciples were together. Simon Peter said to them, "I am going fishing." They said to him, "We will go with you." They went out and got into the boat; but that night they caught nothing. Just as day was breaking, Jesus stood on the beach; but the disciples did not know that it was Jesus. Jesus said to them, "Children, have you any fish?" They answered him, "No." He said to them, "Cast the net on the right side of the boat, and you will find some." So they cast it, and now they were not able to haul it in, for the quantity of fish. The disciple whom Jesus loved said to Peter, "It is the Lord!" When Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he put on his clothes, for he was stripped for work, and sprang into the sea. But the other disciples came in the boat, dragging the net full of fish, for they were not far from the land, but about a hundred yards off.
When they got out on land, they saw a charcoal fire there, with fish lying on it, and bread. Jesus said to them, "Bring some of the fish that you have just caught." So Simon Peter went aboard and hauled the net ashore, full of large fish, a hundred and fifty-three of them; and although there were so many, the net was not torn. Jesus said to them, "Come and have breakfast." Now none of the disciples dared ask him, "Who are you?" They knew it was the Lord. Jesus came and took the bread and gave it to them, and so with the fish. This was now the third time that Jesus was revealed to the disciples after he was raised from the dead.
Epistle Reading
Prokeimenon. Grave Mode. Psalm 28.11,1.
The Lord will give strength to his people.
Verse: Bring to the Lord, O sons of God, bring to the Lord honor and glory.
The reading is from St. Paul's Second Letter to the Corinthians 6:16-18; 7:1.
BRETHREN, you are the temple of the living God; as God said, "I will live in them and move among them, and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. Therefore come out from them, and be separate from them, says the Lord, and touch nothing unclean; then I will welcome you, and I will be a father to you, and you shall be my sons and daughters, says the Lord Almighty."
Since we have these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from every defilement of body and spirit, and make holiness perfect in the fear of God.
Gospel Reading
Sunday of the Canaanite
The Reading is from Matthew 15:21-28
At that time, Jesus went to the district of Tyre and Sidon. And behold, a Canaanite woman from that region came out and cried, "Have mercy on me, O Lord, Son of David; my daughter is severely possessed by a demon." But he did not answer her a word. And his disciples came and begged him, saying, "Send her away, for she is crying after us." He answered, "I was sent only to the lost sheep of the house of Israel." But she came and knelt before him, saying, "Lord, help me." And he answered, "It is not fair to take the children's bread and throw it to the dogs." She said, "Yes, Lord, yet even the dogs eat the crumbs that fall from their master's table." Then Jesus answered her, "O woman, great is your faith! Be it done for you as you desire." And her daughter was healed instantly.
News & Upcoming Events
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Orthros: 9:00AM Epistle: II Corinthians 6:16-18; 7:1 (pg. 1324) |
Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom: 10:00AM Gospel: Matthew 15:21-28 (pg. 1163) |
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Acolytes: Demitri Phili, Niko Konstantellis, Aidan Gnospelius, Andrew Skoufis, Paul Nonas, Kirk Simeonidis, Vassili Salvemini,
Narthex: Paul Savidis, Jon Zymaris, |
Reader: Jim Coromilas
Greeter: Vivi Georgiou
Fellowship Hour: Daughters of Penelope
Ushers: Angelo Lefer, Arthur Kominos, |
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January 29, 2017 Sunday of the Canaanite |
The Three Hierarchs - Basil the Great, John Chrysostom & Gregory the Theologian: Tomorrow, January 30th is the feast day of the Three Hierarchs. Orthros begins at 9:00am and Divine Liturgy will be celebrated at 10:00am. Many years to those who celebrate.
Feast of the Presentation of our Lord: Thursday, February 2nd is the major feast day of the Presentation of the Lord. Orthros will begin at 9:00am and Divine Liturgy will be celebrated at 10:00am.
Religious Education:Looking ahead: Sunday, February 5th, 2017 is the first Sunday of a three-week period prior to the commencement of Great Lent. The week of February 5th is designated by the Church as a non-fasting week. There are only four fast-free weeks in Greek Orthodoxy. During this non-fasting week, all foods are allowed every day of the week, including Wednesday and Friday. Your Religious Educators will begin discussing Great Lent with your children, as well as prayers and fasting as we prepare for Easter (Pascha).
“Candle Money”!!!: The Parish Council authorized a pilot program that will provide a tax deduction record for your candle donations. Thanks to a Parishioner, booklets of different denominations have been printed. These are available for purchase at the office or narthex on Sundays. The candle money comes in a $2 booklet of 25 for a cost of $50; a $5 booklet of 20 for a cost of $100; a $10 booklet of 10 for a cost of $100 and a $20 booklet of 5 for a cost of $100. The candle money can only be used for candle donations and any St. Nicholas of Wyckoff tray. It is non-refundable, must be used for its full value and cannot be used in exchange for cash. We hope this will prove a convenience for all who make use of it.
Greek Dance: The Junior and GOYAN dance groups have busy with their weekly practices and they are all doing a fantastic job working on traditional Greek dance steps. The GOYAN dance group has begun additional dance practices for the up and coming Sights and Sounds competition on March 4th, 2017, in Westfield, NJ. If you have any questions, please contact Christina Carmichael at christinatcarmichael@gmail.com or Diana Manoussakis at demn2003@msn.com.
Saint Nicholas Greek School is hosting a “Gyro Night Take Out” Fundraiser. Place your orders by February 3rd to Mary Meyer at mbmapt@optonline.net. All gyros come with (off the cone) gyro meat, lettuce, tomatoes and a side of tzatziki sauce. The cost per gyro is $8. Pick up is Friday, February 10th at 6pm sharp in the Fellowship Hall. Questions to Mary Meyer - mbmapt@optonline.net.
Save the Date!! On Sunday, March 12th, immediately following worship services, we will be hosting our annual Sights and Sounds Showcase. The GOYANs will be performing their dances, singing, and playing their instruments,
showcasing their teamwork and talents, from the competition they participated in at the Sights and Sounds Event on March 4th, 2017 in Westfield, NJ. Additionally, various art pieces and other ‘sight’ pieces will also be on display, all created by our wonderful GOYANs. We encourage all to attend this showcase, and support our wonderful and talented GOYANs! Don’t forget to bring your cameras!
Sessions on Scripture: We will return on Wednesday, February 8th at 2:00pm in the conference room. We will study Saint Paul’s letter to the Ephesians chapters 1&2. Contact Caroline Kalliotzis at ckalliotzis@aol.com or Fr. Bill at frbill@stnicholasnj.org for more info. The vibrant group has expanded as more of you have responded to the call to read, study and learn the living Word. All are welcome!
Greek Language Classes for Adults: The AHEPA Modern Greek Language Program for Adults begins Spring Semester Classes on Friday, February 3rd, 2017. For more details about upcoming classes and registration please contact Niko Spiridakis at 201-481-2882 or at nikospiridakis@gmail.com
Super Bowl Party - AHEPA invites the entire Saint Nicholas Community to our Free Annual Super Bowl viewing party on the big screen on Sunday February 5thstarting at 4:30pm at our St Nicholas Parish Center. Come and enjoy our famous chili and bring along anything you would like to share with the group, be it an appetizer, food item or desert. It is also BYOB. Please let John Tsadilas know if you will be attending as soon as possible at jtsadilas@verizon.net and also if you are able to bring a food/desert item so we can plan for food accordingly.
AHEPA Ramapo Chapter #453: The Ramapo AHEPA Chapter 453 Membership Drive begins on February 5th, 2017 and will continue for the next 4 Sundays at the Fellowship Hall following the Divine Services. Stop at the AHEPA table to pick up membership forms and other promotional materials on the AHEPA Organization. For more information contact Paul Goulet Vice President of Ramapo Chapter #453 or email vicepresident@ahepa453.org
Kali Parea (Seniors Fellowship): will host its Vasilopita cutting on Tuesday, February 7th at noon. Please bring your own lunch. Any questions call May Grammatikos at 201-236-2817.
Saint Nicholas Charity Golf Classic:Save the Date: June 19, 2017.
Parish Stewardship by the Numbers: Stewardship is composed of our personal offering of time, talent and treasure. Stewardship is not dues. Stewardship is based on Holy Scripture. Since time and talent offerings are more difficult to measure, one measurement of our response to God is our average “treasure” pledge per steward household. In 2016, we had 430 steward households that donated a total of $347,301 or 51% of our budgetary needs. To date in 2017, we have 190 steward households that have pledged a total of $193,860.
Saint Nicholas Benevolent Fund: Giving alms is an act of faith through good works. At this holy time of year you can assist a family or a person in need. You can donate anonymously to the Saint Nicholas Benevolent Fund. Mail your check in or drop it in the collection plate in our Narthex. “God loves a cheerful giver.” (2 Corinthians 9:7). God bless you always for your open heart!
An Invitation To Go South!Fr. Andrew Eugenis and the St. George Community Ocean, NJ are honored to host Rev. Dr. Nicholas Louh from Florida on Forgiveness Sunday, 2/26 for an all-day religious retreat, lunch and vespers.
Everyone invited and free! Lenten lunch included. RSVP to Josephine Michael Tsarnas Cell - 732-598-7196
House / Business Blessings (Agiasmos) 2017: To bring Christ into your home and business after Theophany and for the New Year, have your home and/or business blessed with Holy Water for 2017. Just complete the enclosed green request form and insert in the drop box in the narthex. Blessing your home/business allows Fr. Bill to pray with your family/coworkers and to bring the Lord into your household/business and sanctify them. Furthermore, the Agiasmos service teaches our children the purpose of continuing this holy tradition.
For inspiration on the internet, start your day at MYOCN.NET - The Orthodox Christian Network
Saints and Feasts
January 29
Removal of the Relics of Ignatius the God-bearer
Saint Ignatius was a disciple of Saint John the Theologian, and a successor of the Apostles, and he became the second Bishop of Antioch, after Evodus. He wrote many epistles to the faithful, strengthening them in their confession, and preserving for us the teachings of the holy Apostles. Brought to Rome under Trajan, he was surrendered to lions to be eaten, and so finished the course of martyrdom about the year 107. The remnants of his bones were carefully gathered by the faithful and brought to Antioch. He is called God-bearer, as one who bare God within himself and was aflame in heart with love for Him. Therefore, in his Epistle to the Romans (ch. 4), imploring their love not to attempt to deliver him from his longed-for martyrdom, he said, "I am the wheat of God, and am ground by the teeth of the wild beasts, that I may be found to be the pure bread of God."
Saint John Chrysostom has a homily in honour of the translation of the Saint's relics (PG 50:587).
January 29
Laurence the Recluse of the Kiev Caves
January 29
Ignatius and Nicandrus of Sinai
January 29
Gildas the Wise
January 30
Hippolytos, Pope of Rome
January 30
Athanasia the Martyr & her 3 daughters
January 30
Synaxis of The Three Hierarchs: Basil the Great, Gregory the Theologian, & John Chrysostom
This common feast of these three teachers was instituted a little before the year 1100, during the reign of the Emperor Alexis I Comnenus, because of a dispute and strife that arose among the notable and virtuous men of that time. Some of them preferred Basil, while others preferred Gregory, and yet others preferred John Chrysostom, quarreling among themselves over which of the three was the greatest. Furthermore, each party, in order to distinguish itself from the others, assumed the name of its preferred Saint; hence, they called themselves Basilians, Gregorians, or Johannites. Desiring to bring an end to the contention, the three Saints appeared together to the saintly John Mavropous, a monk who had been ordained Bishop of Euchaita, a city of Asia Minor, they revealed to him that the glory they have at the throne of God is equal, and told him to compose a common service for the three of them, which he did with great skill and beauty. Saint John of Euchaita (celebrated Oct. 5) is also the composer of the Canon to the Guardian Angel, the Protector of a Man's Life. In his old age, he retired from his episcopal see and again took up the monastic life in a monastery in Constantinople. He reposed during the reign of the aforementioned Emperor Alexis Comnenus (1081-1118).
January 31
Cyrus & John the Unmercenaries
These Saints lived during the years of Diocletian. Saint Cyrus was from Alexandria, and Saint John was from Edessa of Mesopotamia. Because of the persecution of that time, Cyrus fled to the Gulf of Arabia, where there was a small community of monks. John, who was a soldier, heard of Cyrus' fame and came to join him. Henceforth, they passed their life working every virtue, and healing every illness and disease freely by the grace of Christ; hence their title of "Unmercenaries." They heard that a certain woman, named Athanasia, had been apprehended together with her three daughters, Theodora, Theoctiste, and Eudoxia, and taken to the tribunal for their confession of the Faith. Fearing lest the tender young maidens be terrified by the torments and renounce Christ, they went to strengthen them in their contest in martyrdom; therefore they too were seized. After Cyrus and John and those sacred women had been greatly tormented, all were beheaded in the year 292. Their tomb became a renowned shrine in Egypt, and a place of universal pilgrimage. It was found in the area of the modern day resort near Alexandria named Abu Kyr.
January 31
Holy Women Martyrs Theodote, Theoktiste and Eudoxia
Hymns of the Day
Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Grave Mode
Thou didst abolish death by Thy Cross; Thou didst open Paradise to the thief; Thou didst transform the myrrh-bearers' lamentation, and didst bid Thine Apostles to preach that Thou art risen, O Christ God, granting great mercy to the world.
Apolytikion for Relics of Ignatius the Godbearer in the Fourth Mode
As a sharer of the ways and a successor to the throne of the Apostles, O inspired of God, thou foundest discipline to be a means of ascent to divine vision. Wherefore, having rightly divided the word of truth, thou didst also contest for the Faith even unto blood, O Hieromartyr Ignatius . Intercede with Christ our God that our souls be saved.
Seasonal Kontakion in the First Mode
Your birth sanctified a Virgin's womb and properly blessed the hands of Symeon. Having now come and saved us O Christ our God, give peace to Your commonwealth in troubled times and strengthen those in authority, whom You love, as only the loving One.
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