Assumption Church
Publish Date: 2024-10-06
Bulletin Contents
Gospel and Epistle Readings
Wisdom of the Fathers
Saints and Feasts
Church Life
Hospitality Ministry
Spiritual Enrichment
Parish News
Choir News
Ladies Philoptochos
Festival of Tables Flyer
Grand Raffle Flyer
Kafenio Saturday
Church Dance
Links for Livestreaming Services
Calendar

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Assumption Church

General Information

  • Phone:
  • (203) 748-2992
  • Fax:
  • (203) 748-7747
  • Street Address:

  • 30 Clapboard Ridge Road

  • Danbury, CT 06811

Contact Information

Rev. Fr. Nikolas Karloutsos
Protopresbyter and Proistamenos

[email protected]

Rev. Fr. Peter Karloutsos
Protopresbyter and Pastor Emeritus

[email protected]

Margot Racano
Office Administrator

[email protected]

Services Schedule

 
Orthros at 8:45 am - Sundays
Divine Liturgy at 10am - Sundays
 
Weekday Liturgies & Evening Divine Services as scheduled in Google Calendar
 
 

Past Bulletins


Gospel and Epistle Readings

Epistle Reading

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 Second Letter to the Corinthians 4:6-15.

Brethren, it is the God who said, "Let light shine out of darkness," who has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Christ.

But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, to show that the transcendent power belongs to God and not to us. We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed; always carrying in the body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be manifested in our bodies. For while we live we are always being given up to death for Jesus' sake, so that the life of Jesus may be manifested in our mortal flesh. So death is at work in us, but life in you.

Since we have the same spirit of faith as he had who wrote, "I believed, and so I spoke," we too believe, and so we speak, knowing that he who raised the Lord Jesus will raise us also with Jesus and bring us with you into his presence. For it is all for your sake, so that as grace extends to more and more people it may increase thanksgiving, to the glory of God.

Gospel Reading

3rd Sunday of Luke
The Reading is from Luke 7:11-16

At that time, Jesus went to a city called Nain, and his disciples and a great crowd went with him. As he drew near to the gate of the city, behold, a man who had died was being carried out, the only son of his mother, and she was a widow; and a large crowd from the city was with her. And when the Lord saw her, he had compassion on her and said to her, "Do not weep." And he came and touched the bier, and the bearers stood still. And he said, "Young man, I say to you, arise." And the dead man sat up, and began to speak. And he gave him to his mother. Fear seized them all; and they glorified God, saying, "A great prophet has arisen among us!" and "God has visited his people!"

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Wisdom of the Fathers

He who truly wishes to believe in God must be lifted above himself, his mind, and even the whole world. For this reason, the value of faith is considered higher than the value of man. It is even higher than the value of the whole world. Therefore, the reward of faith should be higher than all of man's possessions along with the glories of this world. The reward of faith is God.
Fr. Matthew the Poor
Orthodox Prayer Life: The Interior Way, p. 74, 20th century

That dead man was being buried, and many friends were conducting him to his tomb. But there meets him Christ, the Life and Resurrection, for He is the destroyer of death and of corruption; He it is "in Whom we live and move and have our being" (Acts 17:28); He it is Who has restored the nature of man to that which it originally was; and has set free our death-fraught flesh from the bonds of death.
St. Cyril of Alexandria
Commentary on the Gospel of St. Luke, Homily 36.42, p. 153., 5th Century

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Saints and Feasts

October 06

Thomas the Apostle of the 12

The name Thomas means, "twin." He was one of the Twelve, a Galilean by birth. Sophroneus (not the famous Patriarch of Jerusalem [7th Century, celebrated March 11], but a friend of Jerome's), quoted also by Jerome, says that Saint Thomas preached to the Parthians, Pesians, Medes, Hyrcanians, Bactrians, and neighbouring nations. According to Heracleon, the Apostle died a natural death; according to other accounts, he was martyred at Meliapur His tomb was known by Saint John Chrysostom to be at Edessa in Syria, to which city his holy relics may have been translated from India in the fourth century.

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Church Life

Memorial

October 5 - In loving memory of Valerie Principi (40 days), offered by her husband Mark Principi.
ΑΙΩΝΙΑ Η ΜΝΗΜΗ! Eternal Be Her Memory!

Sacrament of Marriage

September 29 - Adriana Carino & David DeLeo of Greenwich, CT. Koumbaro is John Nicholas.
Να μας ζήσουν! Grant, O Lord, a prosperous life, peace, health, salvation, progress in faith and all
good things.

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Hospitality Ministry

Thank you to Nitsa Carino and Kleo Tripodianos for hosting this Sunday's Agape Coffee Fellowship.

If you'd like to be a hostess or host please contact Barbara Soldano, Danai Sachinidou or Linda Dallaku at [email protected]. You can also sign up at Agape Sunday fellowship/coffee hour. 

Philoptochos only organizes and oversees fellowship, as it should be every steward’s kind offering to host once a year.

For Agape Fellowship Sponsoring opportunities/availability please contact Margot Racano at: [email protected].

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Spiritual Enrichment

First Breaking Bread Sunday potluck of the Ecclesiastical Year is today October 6, 2024

In the first of a series of 5 “Breaking Bread” Sundays, we invite our faithful of all ages to enjoy some post-Coffee Fellowship Spiritual Enrichment with approximately 45 minutes set aside for interactive faith learning. Our Parish Clergy and Parish Council are pleased to sponsor this first Breaking Bread Sunday potluck in celebration of our faithful and dedicated Assumption Church Musicians.

Orthodoxy 101 Tuesdays at 5:45PM - 6:45PM in the Parish Hall

Open to inquirers, catechumens, and/or lifelong Orthodox Christians wishing to deepen their experience of the Faith, this 11-session spiritual enrichment ministry led by Father Nikolas offers an overview of the life and faith of an Orthodox Christian. Set your faith on a firm foundation and/or reorient yourself as a lifelong learner of The Way (an ancient term for the Christian Orthodox Faith). Essential for catechumens, open to everyone!

LIGHT + LIFE Wednesdays in the Church following 5:45pm Divine Services

Scheduled sessions will cover a variety of Scripture Readings & Saints together with Fasts & Feast Days from our Greek Orthodox Synaxarion and lectionary.

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Parish News

Special Collection for Hurricane Helene Relief Fund sunday, October 6

Please be generous as we do what we can to help those affected by the devastating Hurricane Helene.

Holy Consecration Anniversary
On October 1, 2024 we celebrated the Divine Liturgy on the 1-year anniversary of our Assumption of the Theotokos Church’s Holy Consecration celebrated by His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America. Take a moment to enjoy a revisit to the website of Yannis Malevitis Photography at: https://www.ymvisuals.com/Goarch/Assumption-Danbury-Holy-Consecration

Our next Breaking Bread Sunday potluck is scheduled for October 27, 2024. Topics to be covered over the course of the Breaking Bread Sundays include: Creation, Humanity and the Fall; Death, Dying and Memorializing; Good Standing - what does this mean? Baptism & Chrismation - Initiation into the Body of Christ, a Community of Faith (subject to additions/modification).

Fanari Directory 2024
We are preparing to print a new directory and need to update our parishioner contact information.

Please email [email protected] if there has been a change in your name, address, phone number and/or email address since the last printing of the directory in 2022. Or if you are new to our parish and are not listed in the current directory, please email the above information to be listed.

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Choir News

Adult Choir Kick-Off Get Together

Wednesday, October 9, 2024

7:00 PM

Assumption Greek Orthodox Church Social Hall

Adult Rehearsal Schedule:  

Sundays:

Oct 6 - 9 am

Oct 20 - 9 am

Thursday:

Oct 17 - 7-8 PM

Youth Choir Kick-Off Get Together

Saturday, October 12, 2024

1-3 PM

Assumption Greek Orthodox Church Lawn

Youth Rehearsal /Liturgy Schedule
 
Oct 13- Rehearsal 9:00 am & Liturgy 9:50 am

Oct 27- Warm Up 9:30, Liturgy 9:50 am, Rehearsal 12:15 -1:15 pm after Sunday school. Location TBD

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Ladies Philoptochos

Festival Of Tables 2024

We are having our FOT on November 16. We are accepting PAID ONLY reservations during coffee fellowship or mail a check to Assumption Church (attn: Philoptochos) 30 Clapboard Ridge Road, Danbury, CT 06811. Adults $60, children up to 12 years old $40. Paid RSVP by November 3rd.

We are asking for ladies to host a table, for raffle donations and for helpers for the day of the event. Please follow the link to SignUp. FOT 2024

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Festival of Tables Flyer

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Grand Raffle Flyer

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Kafenio Saturday

    October 19th 3:00-7:00PM

    October 19th 3:00-7:00PM

    Experience the Heart of Greece Right Here in Danbury! The "KAFENIO" at the Assumption Greek Orthodox Church! What is "KAFENIO"? A Kafenio is more than just a coffee shop in Greece; it is a vibrant social hub where people come together to share life, discuss ideas, and enjoy each other's company. We want to recreate this environment in our church hall, offering a slice of Greek life and hospitality. Event Details: • Where: Church Hall, Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, Danbury, CT • When: Saturday October 19th, from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm Activities Include: • Coffee and Refreshments: Enjoy traditional Greek coffee and other refreshments while engaging in warm fellowship. Coffee will be provided, bring your own snacks and baked goods. • Games: Participate in friendly, non-gambling games like Backgammon (τάβλι), Chess (Σκάκι), and other card games. • Music and Singing: Sing along to traditional Greek songs and exchange memories. Everyone is Welcome: • Parishioners and visitors • Seniors and the young at heart • Men and women alike A Focus on Fellowship: This event is designed to support adult fellowship with an emphasis on marriage, family, and spiritual growth. It provides an excellent opportunity for those in their golden years, 50 and above, to connect and share in a monthly gathering known as the "Kafenio", and as the fellowship becomes stronger, we can plan other activities like luncheons, speaking engagements and trips. Why "KAFENIO"? "KAFENIO" is not just a gathering; it is a celebration of life, philosophy, values, and ideas, akin to a traditional Greek Kafenio. It's a chance to enjoy fellowship and fun without traveling far from home!

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Church Dance

Protomagiatiko Church Dance - Sunday, April 27, 2025

Save the Date!! Amber Room, Live Greek band, great food and lots of dancing!!

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Links for Livestreaming Services

Pray with us by subscribing to the Assumption YouTube channel 

https://www.youtube.com/@assumptionchurchdanbury

Or by visiting our Assumption page on Facebook 

https://www.facebook.com/assumptiongreekorthodoxchurch/videos

Live events will be streamed on both these services on programmed service hours.

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Calendar

  • Calendar

    October 6 to November 3, 2024

    Sunday, October 6

    National Church Music Sunday

    3rd Sunday of Luke

    1st Breaking of Bread

    8:45AM Orthros

    10:00AM Divine Liturgy

    11:00AM NO MEMORIALS

    Tuesday, October 8

    5:45PM Orthodoxy 101

    Wednesday, October 9

    2:00PM Hall in Use

    5:45PM Paraklesis to the Theotokos

    7:30PM Bball Coaches Meeting

    Friday, October 11

    Be Attentive Retreat at HCHC

    Sunday, October 13

    Sunday of the 7th Ecumenical Council

    8:45AM Orthros

    10:00AM Divine Liturgy

    12:15PM Sunday Catechism School Team Meeting

    2:00PM Baptism

    Monday, October 14

    Columbus Day & Indigenous Peoples' Day - Office Closed

    Wednesday, October 16

    5:55PM Small Blessing of Waters - Agiasmos

    6:45PM 2nd Wednesday LIGHT & LIFE

    Thursday, October 17

    7:30PM Parish Council Meeting

    Saturday, October 19

    3:00PM Kafenio

    Sunday, October 20

    6th Sunday of Luke

    8:45AM Orthros

    10:00AM Divine Liturgy

    Thursday, October 24

    5:55PM Orthodoxy 101

    Saturday, October 26

    The Holy Great Martyr Demetrius the Myrrh-streamer

    8:45AM Orthros & Liturgy - The Holy Great Martyr Demetrius the Myrrh-streamer

    Sunday, October 27

    Oxi Day Presentation after Church

    7th Sunday of Luke

    2nd Breaking of Bread

    8:45AM Orthros

    10:00AM Divine Liturgy

    11:00AM NO MEMORIALS

    Tuesday, October 29

    12:00PM WCDNF in Church Hall

    Wednesday, October 30

    ☦️ The Holy Martyrs Zenobius and His Sister Zenobia

    5:55PM Paraklesis to the Holy Unmercenaries

    6:45PM Orthodoxy 101

    Thursday, October 31

    10:00AM WCDNF in Church Hall

    Friday, November 1

    🍇 Cosmas and Damian the Holy Unmercenaries of Asia, and their mother Theodota

    10:00AM Visitation

    11:30AM Funeral

    Saturday, November 2

    The Holy Martyrs Acindynos, Pegasios, Aphthonios, Elpidophoros, and Anempodistos

    9:30AM Divine Liturgy at Holy Trinity Cathedral for Archbishop’s Nameday

    Sunday, November 3

    Daylight Saving Time ends

    5th Sunday of Luke

    8:45AM Orthros

    10:00AM Divine Liturgy

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