Saint Gregory the Theologian
Publish Date: 2024-11-17
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. 

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A Word from Father Alex

Fellow Parishioners and Friends:

Come join us at our parish home this Sunday for worship, friendship and more. Sunday School will be in session, including an exciting visit from parishioner and firefighter Jim Georgilas. Jim will engage our P – 5th graders, and we are so grateful for his time.

Likewise, another Sunday School pageant “table read” will take place after Sunday School. Remember, the Nativity Pageant is slated for Dec. 15th—I’m really looking forward to this.

Also this Sunday, your generous offerings are welcome and needed for the GOYA Giving Tree, Thanksgiving Dinner Drive and Philoptochos “One Warm Coat” effort. There are so many ways to express your care and love for neighbor.

We will hold our fall Parish General Assembly following Divine Liturgy this Sunday. All 2024 Stewards are encouraged to participate in this vital parish meeting.

Finally, our GOYAns will be heading out to shop for the Thanksgiving Drive. I’m so touched that your children and young adults want to help with this ministry. Service/Philanthropy is one of the great pillars of the church and of GOYA ministry; our young people are striving to live their faith.

Finally, finally (😊), please embrace the “joyous fast” of the Nativity, which begins Nov. 15th. This profound small, joyous Lent presents us with a marvelous opportunity to internalize and act upon the greatest gift of all: the coming of Jesus Christ.

Looking forward to seeing you soon,

Fr. Alex

 

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Sunday Notes

ALTAR SERVERS: Team Archangel Gabriel: Eliot Hess, Leland Hess, Linus LaFond (Asst. Cap.) and Mark Saad. Cap., Mario Salzillo.

MYRRHBEARERS: Cap., Eleni LaFond..
17th: Elena Salzillo.
24th: Carla Saad.

EPISTLE: Brian Kaufman.

MEMORIALS: Theodoros (4 yrs.) and Alexandra (31 yrs.) Dimitriou, parents of George and Angelo Dimitriou. AιÏŽνια η μνήμη. May their memory be eternal!

HOMILY: "Introducing Saint Matthew."

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. 

FELLOWSHIP HOUR: This week's Fellowship Hour is hosted by the Dimitriou Family in loving memory of Theodoros and Alexandra Dimitriou. May their memory be eternal! All are welcome to join us following Divine Liturgy. This month and beyond, Fellowship Hour sponsors are welcome and needed. Please sign up in the hall this weekend or use our new SignUpGenius link. 

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

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, yet 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. That 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

21st Sunday after Pentecost
The Reading is from St. Paul's Letter to the Galatians 2:16-20

Brethren, knowing that a man is not justified by works of the law but through faith in Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Christ Jesus, in order to be justified by faith in Christ, and not by works of the law, because by works of the law shall no one be justified. But if, in our endeavor to be justified in Christ, we ourselves were found to be sinners, is Christ then an agent of sin? Certainly not! But if I build up again those things which I tore down, then I prove myself a transgressor. For I through the law died to the law, that I might live to God. I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me; and the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.

Gospel Reading

9th Sunday of Luke
The Reading is from Luke 12:16-21

The Lord said this parable: "The land of a rich man brought forth plentifully; and he thought to himself, 'What shall I do, for I have nowhere to store my crops?' And he said, 'I will do this: I will pull down my barns, and build larger ones; and there I will store all my grain and my goods. And I will say to my soul, 'Soul, you have ample goods laid up for many years; take your ease, eat, drink, be merry.' But God said to him, 'Fool! This night your soul is required of you; and the things you have prepared, whose will they be?' So is he who lays up treasure for himself, and is not rich toward God." As he said these things, he cried out: "He who has ears to hear, let him hear."

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Saints and Feasts

November 17

9th Sunday of Luke

November 17

Gregory the Wonderworker & Bishop of Neo-Caesarea

Saint Gregory was born in Neocaesarea of Pontus to parents who were not Christians. He studied in Athens, in Alexandria, in Beirut, and finally for five years in Caesarea of Palestine under Origen, by whom he was also instructed in the Faith of Christ. Then, in the year 240, he became bishop of his own city, wherein he found only seventeen Christians. By the time the Saint reposed about the year 265, there were only seventeen unbelievers left there. Virtually the whole duration of his episcopacy was a time of continual, marvellous wonders worked by him. Because of this, he received the surname "Wonderworker"; even the enemies of the truth called him a second Moses (see Saint Basil the Great's On the Holy Spirit, ch. 29).

November 17

Gennadios I and Maximus, Patriarchs of Constantinople

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Wisdom of the Fathers

I cannot be silent about the story of Hesychius the Horebite. He passed his life in complete negligence, without paying the least attention to his soul. Then he became extremely ill, and for an hour he left his body.
St. John Climacus
Ladder of Divine Ascent. Step 6: On Remembrance of Death, 6th Century

And when he came to himself, he begged us all to leave him immediately. And he built up the door of his cell, and he stayed in it for twelve years without ever uttering a word to anyone, and without eating anything but bread and water.
St. John Climacus
Ladder of Divine Ascent. Step 6: On Remembrance of Death, 6th Century

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Ministries, Programs & Parish Updates

SERVICES FOR SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17TH, NINTH SUNDAY OF LUKE
We look forward to worshipping with you at Saint Gregory: 
Orthros, 8:30 am
Divine Liturgy, 9:30 am
Each week, Sunday School classes begin immediately after Holy Communion. All are warmly invited to join us for refreshments and fellowhip after Divine Liturgy. 

STREAMING DETAILS/MEDIA CONNECTIONS FOR THIS SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17TH
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"  

NATIVITY PAGEANT REHEARSAL, NOVEMBER 17TH
Our pageant is slated for Dec. 15th, and it’s time to start getting organized! Mr. Kaufman invites all interested Sunday School students and parents to meet in the library today following classes. Parents may also contact Brian to learn more: [email protected]

SUNDAY SCHOOL FIREFIGHTER VISIT, NOVEMBER 17TH
Beloved parishioner and Dedham firefighter Jim Georgilas will engage our Preschool – 5th graders this Sunday. Our children will have an opportunity to see Jim’s uniform and ask questions about what he does. Jim’s vocation reminds us of how powerful it is to put caring and love into action. We are all grateful for his time.

GOYA THANKSGIVING SHOPPING, NOVEMBER 17TH
Following Sunday School this weekend, our GOYAns will shop for the Thanksgiving Dinner Drive and then on the 24th assist with organizing and delivering the food. Parents and GOYAns, please find Mr. Christo after Sunday School. 

PARISH GENERAL ASSEMBLY, NOVEMBER 17TH
Please join us in the hall immediately following Divine Liturgy. All committed 2024 Stewards are welcome and encouraged to attend.The agenda and financial package have been emailed to our parishioners. 2024 Stewardship materials are available in the Narthex and within the Stewardship page of our parish website.

PHILOPTOCHOS ONE WARM COAT DRIVE BEGINS NOVEMBER 17TH

  • The One Warm Coat Drive begins today, Nov. 17th. Please bring new and/or clean, gently-used coats (child – adult sizes) to the Narthex bin through Dec. 11th. 
  • The annual Philoptochos Bake Sale is Nov. 24th. We are asking for your home-baked donations: cakes, pies, breads, cookies, bars, pastries and candy. If you are able to help out with the sale, please contact Nicole Riley ([email protected]) with your yummy contributions.

THANKSGIVING DINNER DRIVE, NOW THROUGH NOVEMBER 24TH
For the fourth year, we'll offer a Thanksgiving Dinner Drive for veterans served by the Middlesex Sheriff’s Association, along with local families (Mansfield/Attleboro area). See and share our flyer with family and friends: Thanksgiving Drive Flyer. Until the 24th, we welcome the following food items for drop off in the Narthex, as well as financial donations to purchase food (contact Fr. Alex regarding donations): 
Our goal is 30 dinners: Boxes of stuffing and instant potatoes | Canned cranberry sauce, green beans, peas and corn | Frozen pies | Frozen turkeys (will be collected closer to the 24th).

GOYA GIVING TREE, NOW THROUGH DECEMBER 1ST
This year we will have a streamlined version of the Giving Tree, focusing on Target and Walmart gift cards (often requested by families served by West Side Benevolent Circle). The Giving Tree is up in the hall, and please come sign up to offer a card (or two!) during Fellowship Hour. If you can't sign up in person, contact Steve Christo ([email protected]) or Fr. Alex.

PARISH COUNCIL NOMINATIONS DUE NOVEMBER 22ND
Our parish elections, for both Parish Council and the Board of Auditors, will be held Sunday, Dec. 15TH following Divine Liturgy. Several current council members will not continue in 2025, so there is a vital need for new parishioners to embrace this ministry. Nomination forms have been emailed to our parishioners and are in the Narthex; forms may be returned to Fr. Alex or the Elections Committee via the church office by November 22nd.

ORTHODOXY 101, NOVEMBER 24TH
Join Fr. Alex for the next session on the 24th during Fellowship Hour. In preparation, please read pgs. 163 – 195 of Introducing the Orthodox Church (all about the Sacraments of the Church).

INTERFAITH THANKSGIVING SERVICE, NOVEMBER 24TH
We are all invited to the annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service on the 24th, sponsored by the Attleboro Area Interfaith Collaborative sponsors this beautiful event. The service will start at 3 pm and will be held at the Murray U.U. Church (505 North Main St., Attleboro). Our GOYAns are planning to attend, and Fr. Alex hopes we will have a host of parishioners from Saint Gregory present.

2024 CHRISTMAS CARDS SIGN UP, NOW THROUGH DECEMBER 7TH
It is that time of year again! From now until December 7th, we will be accepting sign ups for our annual Christmas Card. This is a great way to let your parish family and friends know you are thinking of them all during the holiday season. Please see our flyer for more details and donation information. 

SERVANT KEEPER GIVING PLATFORM NOW ACTIVE
Our parish has now completed the transition from Vanco to the Servant Keeper giving app. Please see our Stewardship and general Giving pages for all online giving with Servant Keeper. Please note that we are still working to delete some of the former links and references to Vanco within our website; this will take some time, and thanks for your patience. Contact Gina Drugas with any questions.

KOLIVA PREPARATION
At any given time of the year, our faithful will seek help in the preparation of Koliva for memorials. Fellow parishioner Gina Drugas is now offering this service, with a cost of $100 per Koliva plate. Please contact Gina to learn more and make arrangements: [email protected] 

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. & Thur., 9 am - 1 pm. Wed., 1 - 4 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, Wednesday, & Thursdays: 1 - 3 pm; Fridays 7 am - 11 am. Gina is also available remotely via email or phone on Tuesdays, 8 am - 2 pm. Contact Gina: [email protected]; 508.337.9986.

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Calendar: Next Two Weeks

  • Saint Gregory Parish Calendar

    November 17 to December 1, 2024

    Sunday, November 17

    8:30AM Orthros

    9:30AM Divine Liturgy

    10:30AM Sunday School/Pageant rehearsal

    11:30AM Parish General Assembly

    11:30AM Thanksgiving Dinner Drive

    11:30AM Philoptochos One Warm Coat Drive

    11:30AM GOYA Giving Tree

    Tuesday, November 19

    12:30PM Food & Friends Ministry

    Friday, November 22

    5:00PM Parish Council Nomination Forms due

    Sunday, November 24

    8:30AM Orthros

    9:30AM Divine Liturgy

    10:30AM Sunday School/Pageant rehearsal

    11:15AM Philoptochos Bake Sale

    11:30AM Orthodoxy 101

    11:30AM Thanksgiving Dinner Drive (last day)

    11:30AM Philoptochos One Warm Coat Drive

    11:30AM GOYA Giving Tree

    3:00PM Interfaith Thanksgiving Service

    Sunday, December 1

    8:30AM Orthros

    9:30AM Divine Liturgy

    10:30AM Sunday School

    11:30AM Philoptochos One Warm Coat Drive

    11:30AM GOYA Giving Tree

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Coming Events & News

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Archdiocese News

Metropolis of Boston Camp (MBC) Hosts Annual Fall Camp

10/28/2024

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The Metropolis of Boston Camp (MBC) hosted its annual Fall Camp program from Saturday, October 12 to Monday, October 14 at the St. Methodios Faith & Heritage Center Contoocook, NH. With over 200 campers and young adult staff, the program was the largest Fall Camp in MBC history.


Archbishop Elpidophoros Celebrates Name Day, Ordains Gregory Gounardes to the Diaconate

11/03/2024

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On the occasion of His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America’s name-day, November 2, 2024, hierarchs and clergy, Archdiocese staff, parish faithful, and Holy Cross seminarians gathered to celebrate the Divine Liturgy at the Archdiocesan Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in New York City.


Department of Religious Education (DRE)’s Did You Know?: Nativity Fast

11/14/2024

https://www.goarch.org/-/department-of-religious-education-dre-s-did-you-know-nativity-fast?redirect=%2Fnews%2Frecent-news%2F-%2Fasset_publisher%2Fgt9jYZFyZyFT%2Frss%3F_com_liferay_asset_publisher_web_portlet_AssetPublisherPortlet_INSTANCE_gt9jYZFyZyFT_currentURL%3D%252Fnews%252Frecent-news%26_com_liferay_asset_publisher_web_portlet_AssetPublisherPortlet_INSTANCE_gt9jYZFyZyFT_portletAjaxable%3Dtrue

Did you know that the Nativity Fast prepares us to experience the true meaning of Christmas? 


St. Nicholas Ranch and Retreat Center Welcomes Stefan Metrakos as New Executive Director

11/14/2024

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Saint Nicholas Ranch and Retreat Center is pleased to announce the hiring of Stefan Metrakos as its new Executive Director. He brings with him experience in business strategy along with a deep personal commitment to his new role, and he is ready to help the Ranch grow and thrive.


National Forum of Greek Orthodox Church Musicians Visits Archdiocese Headquarters

11/14/2024

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On November 14, 2024, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America welcomed to the Archdiocese Headquarters members of the National Forum of Church Musicians.


Center for Family Care Seeking 12 Pilot Parishes to Join Efforts on Behalf of All Children with Disabilities

11/13/2024

https://www.goarch.org/-/family-care-pilot?redirect=%2Fnews%2Frecent-news%2F-%2Fasset_publisher%2Fgt9jYZFyZyFT%2Frss%3F_com_liferay_asset_publisher_web_portlet_AssetPublisherPortlet_INSTANCE_gt9jYZFyZyFT_currentURL%3D%252Fnews%252Frecent-news%26_com_liferay_asset_publisher_web_portlet_AssetPublisherPortlet_INSTANCE_gt9jYZFyZyFT_portletAjaxable%3Dtrue

The Center for Family Care's "On Behalf of All: Toward an Accessible Divine Liturgy for Children with Disabilities" campaign has begun to choose twelve Orthodox Christian communities as Pilot Parishes which will create or enhance accessible worship ministry efforts for children with disabilities through a Nurturing Children through Worship and Prayer Grant Initiative awarded by Lilly Endowment Inc.


Morgan and Garveyism: A Renewed Vision of Black Excellence

11/13/2024

https://www.goarch.org/-/morgan-and-garveyism-a-renewed-vision-of-black-excellence?redirect=%2Fnews%2Frecent-news%2F-%2Fasset_publisher%2Fgt9jYZFyZyFT%2Frss%3F_com_liferay_asset_publisher_web_portlet_AssetPublisherPortlet_INSTANCE_gt9jYZFyZyFT_currentURL%3D%252Fnews%252Frecent-news%26_com_liferay_asset_publisher_web_portlet_AssetPublisherPortlet_INSTANCE_gt9jYZFyZyFT_portletAjaxable%3Dtrue

The pioneer of the Apostolic mission to Africans in the Diaspora of the Americas, West Indies, and Caribbean Fr. Raphael Morgan (October 7, 1866-July 29, 1922) established a vision for the future of relations concerning race in the US.


Exciting Launch of GOARCH Greek Language Course: 200 Applicants and Counting

11/13/2024

https://www.goarch.org/-/exciting-launch-of-goarch-greek-language-course-200-applicants-and-counting?redirect=%2Fnews%2Frecent-news%2F-%2Fasset_publisher%2Fgt9jYZFyZyFT%2Frss%3F_com_liferay_asset_publisher_web_portlet_AssetPublisherPortlet_INSTANCE_gt9jYZFyZyFT_currentURL%3D%252Fnews%252Frecent-news%26_com_liferay_asset_publisher_web_portlet_AssetPublisherPortlet_INSTANCE_gt9jYZFyZyFT_portletAjaxable%3Dtrue

The Department of Greek Education is thrilled to announce that our free online Greek language course for adults has officially begun, attracting nearly 200 applicants from around the globe! This incredible response highlights the value of our program and the strong interest in connecting with Greek culture and language.


Communique of the Holy Eparchial Synod, November 12, 2024

11/12/2024

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His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America presided over an extraordinary session of the Holy Eparchial Synod today, which was held via teleconference.  


Department of Religious Education (DRE)’s Sunday Sermon Series: Ninth Sunday of Luke, November 17, 2024

11/12/2024

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This week, find insights about the upcoming Gospel reading, where we learn about a rich man who owned more than he could store.


Archbishop Elpidophoros Urges Faithful to "Prove a Loving Neighbor" at St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church in Des Plaines, Illinois

11/11/2024

https://www.goarch.org/-/archbishop-elpidophoros-urges-faithful-to-prove-a-loving-neighbor-at-st.-john-the-baptist-greek-orthodox-church-in-des-plaines-illinois?redirect=%2Fnews%2Frecent-news%2F-%2Fasset_publisher%2Fgt9jYZFyZyFT%2Frss%3F_com_liferay_asset_publisher_web_portlet_AssetPublisherPortlet_INSTANCE_gt9jYZFyZyFT_currentURL%3D%252Fnews%252Frecent-news%26_com_liferay_asset_publisher_web_portlet_AssetPublisherPortlet_INSTANCE_gt9jYZFyZyFT_portletAjaxable%3Dtrue

On the final day of his visit to Chicago, November 10, 2024, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America presided over Orthros and the Hierarchical Divine Liturgy at St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church in Des Plaines, Illinois.


Archbishop Elpidophoros Celebrates 50th Anniversary of St. Nectarios Greek Orthodox Church in Palatine, Illinois

11/10/2024

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After celebrating Great Vespers at St. Nectarios Greek Orthodox Church in Palatine, Illinois the previous night, Saturday, November 9, 2024 began with Orthros and the Divine Liturgy in celebration of the parish's historic fiftieth anniversary.


Rev. Fr. Chris Mihalopoulos Elevated to the Office of Economos during 50th Anniversary Vespers

11/10/2024

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On November 8, 2024, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America arrived in Chicago for the 50th anniversary of St. Nectarios Greek Orthodox Church. Last night His Eminence presided over Great Vespers at St. Nectarios, every pew of which was filled with parishioners.


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