Saint Gregory the Theologian
Publish Date: 2025-06-22
Bulletin Contents
A Word from Father Alex
Sunday Notes
Gospel and Epistle Readings
Saints and Feasts
Wisdom of the Fathers
Ministries, Programs & Parish Updates
Calendar: Next Two Weeks
Coming Events & News
Metropolis of Boston News
Archdiocese News

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Saint Gregory the Theologian

General Information

  • Phone:
  • (508)337-9986
  • Fax:
  • (508)337-9987
  • Street Address:

  • 1007 West Street

  • Mansfield, MA 02048
  • Mailing Address:

  • PO Box 293

  • Mansfield, MA 02048

Services Schedule

Sunday & Weekday Services
Orthros/Matins: 8:30 am
Divine Liturgy: 9:30 am

Youth Religious Education Ministry is currently offered Sundays in person and remotely following Holy Communion. Please see weekly updates from our ministry leaders for updates on each class. All are welcome to join us for Fellowship Hour after Divine Liturgy. 

Past Bulletins


A Word from Father Alex

Fellow Parishioners and Friends: 

If you are remaining local this weekend, I hope you’ll join us at Saint Gregory Sunday for worship and friendship. While Sunday School classes are breaking for the summer, the learning and enrichment continues for our younger members: they learn through engaging the Liturgy and by worshipping alongside their parents and other caring adults. Parents, please keep bringing your children to Saint Gregory—let’s never take a “break” from God.  

As mentioned over the last several weeks, we are once again supporting West Side Benevolent Circle’s summer Nourish to Flourish program—and this Sunday is the last day to donate. Our assignment from West Side is pasta, pasta sauce and mac ‘n’ cheese. Please drop your donations in the Narthex this weekend, and we’ll take the food to the drop off point within several days. I appreciate your effort on behalf of local children and families.  

See you Sunday and Happy Summer,

Fr. Alex

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Sunday Notes

TODAY'S ALTAR SERVERS: All servers welcome.
Parish Altar Team Members
Altar Team Archangel Michael: Matthew Cromack, AJ Georgilas (Asst. Cap.) and Matthew Georgilas
Altar Team Archangel Gabriel: Eliot Hess, Leland Hess, Linus LaFond (Asst. Cap.) and Mark Saad
Cap., Mario Salzillo

TODAY'S MYRRHBEARER: TBA.
Cap., Eleni LaFond. 

TODAY'S EPISTLE: Lee Morest.

FELLOWSHIP HOUR: This month and beyond, Fellowship Hour sponsors are welcome and needed. Please sign up in the hall this weekend or use our SignUpGenius link. 

ALTAR FLOWERS: Please consider sponsoring altar flowers for a coming Sunday. The donation for flower sponsorships is $75. Please contact Gina in the church office to learn more or sponsor. 

KOLIVA PREPARATION: Parishioners often ask for help in preparing Koliva and may contact Gina Drugas to order a plate for a memorial ($100 per Koliva).

WORSHIPPING FROM HOME: STREAMING AND INTERNET MINISTRY:

ACCESS SERVICES VIA FACEBOOK:
St. Gregory the Theologian Greek Orthodox Church | Facebook

ACCESS SERVICES VIA YOU TUBE:
St. Gregory The Theologian Live - YouTube

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Gospel and Epistle Readings

Matins Gospel Reading

Second Orthros Gospel
The Reading is from Mark 16:1-8

When the Sabbath was past, Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James and Salome, bought spices, so that they might go and anoint Jesus. And very early on the first day of the week they went to the tomb when the sun had risen. And they were saying to one another, "Who will roll away the stone for us from the door of the tomb?" And looking up, they saw that the stone was rolled back - it was very large. And entering the tomb, they saw a young man sitting on the right side, dressed in a white robe; and they were amazed. And he said to them, "Do not be amazed; you seek Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified. He has risen, He is not here; see the place where they laid Him. But go, tell His disciples and Peter that He is going before you to Galilee; there you will see Him, as He told you." And they went out and fled from the tomb, for trembling and astonishment had come upon them; and they said nothing to anyone, for they were afraid.

Epistle Reading

2nd Sunday of Matthew
The Reading is from St. Paul's Letter to the Romans 2:10-16

Brethren, glory and honor and peace for every one who does good, the Jew first and also the Greek. For God shows no partiality. All who have sinned without the law will also perish without the law, and all who have sinned under the law will be judged by the law. For it is not the hearers of the law who are righteous before God, but the doers of the law who will be justified. When Gentiles who have not the law do by nature what the law requires, they are a law to themselves, even though they do not have the law. They show that what the law requires is written on their hearts, while their conscience also bears witness and their conflicting thoughts accuse or perhaps excuse them on that day when, according to my gospel, God judges the secrets of men by Christ Jesus.

Gospel Reading

2nd Sunday of Matthew
The Reading is from Matthew 4:18-23

At that time, as Jesus walked by the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon who is called Peter and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea; for they were fishermen. And he said to them, "Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men." Immediately they left their nets and followed him. And going on from there he saw two other brothers, James the son of Zebedee and John his brother, in the boat with Zebedee their father, mending their nets, and he called them. Immediately they left their boat and their father, and followed him. And he went about all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues and preaching the gospel of the kingdom and healing every disease and every infirmity among the people.

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Saints and Feasts

June 22

2nd Sunday of Matthew

June 22

Eusebius, Bishop of Samosata

After the expulsion of Eudoxius from the see of Antioch, the Arians of Antioch, believing that Meletius of Armenia would uphold their doctrines, petitioned the Emperor Constantius to appoint Meletius Bishop of Antioch, while signing a document jointly with the Orthodox of Antioch, unanimously agreeing to Meletius' appointment (see Feb. 12); this document was entrusted to Eusebius, Bishop of Samosata. Meletius, however, after his Orthodoxy became apparent, was banished, and the Arians persuaded Constantius to demand the document back from Eusebius, as it convicted their perfidy. Imperial officers were sent; Eusebius refused to surrender the document without the consent of all who had signed it; the officers returned to the Emperor, who furiously sent them back to Eusebius with threats. But so great a zealot for the true Faith, so staunch an enemy of the Arians, so fearless a man of valor was Saint Eusebius, that when Constantius' officers arrived, threatening to cut off his right hand unless he surrendered the document, Eusebius held out both hands. When Constantius learned of it, he was struck with astonishment and admiration.

This took place in 361, the last year of the reign of Constantius; he was succeeded by Julian the Apostate, who was slain in Persia in 363; Jovian succeeded Julian, and Valentinian succeeded Jovian in 364, making his brother Valens Emperor of the East. Valens, who supported the Arians, exiled Eusebius to Thrace in 374. The bearer of the edict of Eusebius' banishment arrived in the evening; Eusebius bade him keep silence, or else the people, learning why he had come, would drown him: and Eusebius, though an old man, left his house alone on foot by night. After Valens was slain at Adrianopole in 378 (see Saint Isaacius, Aug. 3), the holy Eusebius returned from exile under the Emperor Gratian, and he ordained for the churches of Syria men known for their virtue and Orthodoxy. About the year 380, as he was entering a certain village to enthrone its bishop, whom he had consecrated, an Arian woman threw a clay tile from the roof, and it crushed his head; as he was dying, he bound the bystanders with oaths that they not take the least vengeance. Saint Gregory the Theologian addressed several letters to him (PG 37:87, 91, 126-130); he had such reverence for him, that in one letter to him, commending himself to Saint Eusebius' prayers, he said, "That such a man should deign to be my patron also in his prayers will gain for me, I am persuaded, as much strength as I should have gained through one of the holy martyrs.

June 22

Zenon the Martyr & his servant Zenas of Philadelphia

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Wisdom of the Fathers

Prayer, fasting, vigil and all other Christian practices, however good they may be in themselves, do not constitute the aim of our Christian life, although they serve as the indispensable means of reaching this end. The true aim of our Christian life consists in the acquisition of the Holy Spirit of God.
St. Seraphim of Sarov
The Acquisition of the Holy Spirit: Chapter 3, The Little Russian Philokalia Vol. 1; Saint Herman of Alaska Brotherhood pg. 79, 19th century

Within the visible world, man is as it were a second world; and the same is true of thought within the intelligible world. For man is the herald of heaven and earth, and of all that is in them; while thought interprets the intellect and sense perception, and all that pertains to them. Without man and thought both the sensible and the intelligible worlds would be inarticulate.
Ilias the Presbyter
Gnomic Anthology IV no. 112, Philokalia Vol. 3 edited by Palmer, Sherrard and Ware; Faber and Faber pg. 61

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Ministries, Programs & Parish Updates

SERVICES FOR SUNDAY JUNE 22ND, SECOND SUNDAY OF MATTHEW
We look forward to worshipping with you at Saint Gregory: 
Orthros, 8:30 AM
Divine Liturgy, 9:30 AM

STREAMING DETAILS/MEDIA FOR THIS SUNDAY, JUNE 22ND
Access Services via You Tube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgvnXFV6xK1Nhm8ID84jFNg

Access services and join our community on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/saintgregorythetheologian

Join our community on Instagram:
@saintgregorythetheologian

NOURISH TO FLOURISH DRIVE—FINAL DAY IS TODAY
We are grateful to everyone who has donated to this important food drive, including the generous support from Philoptochos. Each year, we partner with West Side Benevolent Circle to help secure breakfast and lunch for local school children during summer break. If you have pasta, pasta sauce or mac ‘n’ cheese donations in your car, please leave them in the Narthex for Fr. Alex to deliver this week.

HELPING OUT AT SAINT GREGORY THIS SUMMER
Parishioners will often ask how they might help out at Saint Gregory—and the summer months
provide a wonderful opportunity to do so. Throughout July and August, we can use help with extra cleaning and reorganizing projects, from our office area and Narthex storage room, to closets and other storage spaces in the parish hall. Please contact Fr. Alex to learn more, and thanks in advance for your support. 

BOOKSTORE GRADUATION GIFTS & MORE, THROUGHOUT JUNE
During this season of graduations and other special events, come visit the Saint Gregory Bookstore for the perfect gift. Icons, children’s books about the Saints, prayer guides and so many other of our offerings can make encouraging gifts for those we love. Come see Emily Hess and friends soon at our bookstore. 

MANSFIELD FAMILY FUN NIGHT, JULY 15TH
Our parish will once again be at Mansfield’s Family Fun Night, serving gyros, burger, hot dogs and Greek pastry. Many hands are needed for the shifts listed below. Please contact Steve Christo for details and to sign up: [email protected]
***4:30 – 6 pm: Load up food, grill, tent and setup on Main St. 
***6 – 8 pm: Cook and serve; handle cash register 
***8 – 9:30 pm: Final food service, cash register, clean up area, tent tear down, pack trucks and bring back to church

SAVE THE DATE OF OUR PARISH FESTIVAL, AUGUST 23RD
We look forward to this fundraiser and community-building event. Our festival committee has been working hard for months, organizing and planning, and we are very excited to welcome the greater community to our campus for delicious food, church tours, entertainment and friendship. We need enthusiastic volunteers and we can help in two ways:
***Help with set up and other preparations in the days leading up to the festival
***Working shifts during the festival
If you can help with either or both needs, please contact the Church Office. Thanks in advance for your support of this important community event!

2026 PARISH CALENDAR SPONSORSHIP, AUGUST 27TH
As we prepare to order our 2026 parish ecclesiastical calendars, we have a sponsorship opportunity for our parishioners and families. The calendars can be personalized with your family or business greeting, and the sponsorship donation is $250 (which includes shipping costs). Please contact the church office by August 27th.

SAINT GREGORY GOLF TOURNAMENT, OCTOBER 9TH
As last year, our tournament will be held at Top Golf in Canton, MA. The tournament web page—along with registration and sponsorship information—is now available and has been emailed to our parish family. Please save the date and plan to join us.

STEWARDSHIP MINISTRY 2025 
As we move into the new year, we hope and pray God will help us embrace parish giving with renewed enthusiasm and commitment. With this year’s theme in mind (“Your Own of Your Own”), may we all discover the love and dedication to offer our heartfelt gifts to the Lord’s church. Visit the Stewardship pages of our parish website to learn more about Stewardship and to access our 2025 materials:
Stewardship Program 2025 | Saint Gregory the Theologian

FELLOWSHIP HOUR SIGN-UP RESOURCES
All parishioners are invited to host Fellowship Hour on a coming Sunday. In addition to the sign-up poster in the hall, we can now easily learn more and sign up online. Fellowship Hour is a beloved, significant tradition at our parish that speaks to Christian fellowship and hospitality. Thanks in advance for your support, and contact Fellowship Hour Chair Brian Kaufman with any questions: [email protected]

RIDES TO CHURCH
George Dimitriou, our Driving Ministry chair, would be happy to help you or a loved one make it to Saint Gregory for worship and events. Contact George directly: [email protected]; 781.769.2085.

LOST & FOUND
When parishioners find items about the church, they leave them with the church office. You will find a mail tray labled for lost and found. If you have misplaced a small item, or found one, please stop by the office.

CHURCH OFFICE HOURS
Fr. Alex: Tue., 9 am - 1 pm; Wed., 1 - 4 pm; Thur., 9 am - 1 pm.; or by appointment when convenient for our parishioners. Please note that on occasion, Fr. Alex may be seeing to a pastoral situation, visiting with another parishioner, attending a Metropolis event, or otherwise engaged in Church life during office hours.

Church Secretary Gina Drugas: Monday, 7 - 10:30 am; Thursday, 7 - 11 am. Contact Gina: [email protected]; 508.337.9986.

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Calendar: Next Two Weeks

  • Saint Gregory Parish Calendar

    June 22 to July 6, 2025

    Sunday, June 22

    8:30AM Orthros

    9:30AM Divine Liturgy

    Sunday, June 29

    8:30AM Orthros

    9:30AM Divine Liturgy

    11:30AM Knitting Ministry

    Sunday, July 6

    8:30AM Orthros

    9:30AM Divine Liturgy

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Coming Events & News

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Archdiocese News

Fr. Nicolas Kazarian: "Bridges of Reconciliation: Pope Francis and the Orthodox"

05/13/2025

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The casket is closed. Pope Francis reposes at the Basilica of Saint Mary Major in accordance with his will. The Pope wanted his funeral to be a reflection of his tenure: simple and close to the most vulnerable.


Celebrating the Voices of Faith: Congratulations to the 2025 Saint John Chrysostom Oratorical Festival National Finalists! 

06/02/2025

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With the blessing of His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America, the Department of Religious Education (DRE) of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America (GOA) is overjoyed to announce the National Finalists of the 41st Annual Saint John Chrysostom Oratorical Festival! 


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