December 01
St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral
Publish Date: 2024-12-01
Bulletin Contents
St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral
General Information
- Phone:
- (860) 956-7586
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Street Address:
- 433 Fairfield Avenue
- Hartford, CT 06114
Contact Information
Services Schedule
Sundays: Orthros (Matins): 8:30 AM | Divine Liturgy: 9:30 AM
Past Bulletins
- Publish Date:
- 2024-12-22
- Publish Date:
- 2024-12-15
- Publish Date:
- 2024-12-08
- Publish Date:
- 2024-11-24
- Publish Date:
- 2024-11-17
- Publish Date:
- 2024-11-10
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 Letter to the Ephesians 2:4-10.
Brethren, God who is rich in mercy, out of the great love with which he loved us, even when we were dead through our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ (by grace you have been saved), and raised us up with him, and made us sit with him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus, that in the coming ages he might show the immeasurable riches of his grace in kindness toward us in Christ Jesus. For by grace you have been saved through faith; and this is not your own doing, it is the gift of God: not because of works, lest any man should boast. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.
Προκείμενον. Plagal Second Mode. ΨΑΛΜΟΙ 27.9,1.
Σῶσον, Κύριε τὸν λαὸν σου καὶ εὐλόγησον τὴν κληρονομίαν σου.
Στίχ. Πρὸς σἐ, Κύριε, κεκράξομαι ὁ Θεός μου.
τὸ Ἀνάγνωσμα Πρὸς Ἐφεσίους 2:4-10.
Ἀδελφοί, ὁ θεός, πλούσιος ὢν ἐν ἐλέει, διὰ τὴν πολλὴν ἀγάπην αὐτοῦ ἣν ἠγάπησεν ἡμᾶς, καὶ ὄντας ἡμᾶς νεκροὺς τοῖς παραπτώμασιν συνεζωοποίησεν τῷ Χριστῷ - χάριτί ἐστε σεσωσμένοι - καὶ συνήγειρεν, καὶ συνεκάθισεν ἐν τοῖς ἐπουρανίοις ἐν Χριστῷ Ἰησοῦ· ἵνα ἐνδείξηται ἐν τοῖς αἰῶσιν τοῖς ἐπερχομένοις τὸν ὑπερβάλλοντα πλοῦτον τῆς χάριτος αὐτοῦ ἐν χρηστότητι ἐφʼ ἡμᾶς ἐν Χριστῷ Ἰησοῦ· τῇ γὰρ χάριτί ἐστε σεσῳσμένοι διὰ τῆς πίστεως, καὶ τοῦτο οὐκ ἐξ ὑμῶν· θεοῦ τὸ δῶρον· οὐκ ἐξ ἔργων, ἵνα μή τις καυχήσηται. Αὐτοῦ γάρ ἐσμεν ποίημα, κτισθέντες ἐν Χριστῷ Ἰησοῦ ἐπὶ ἔργοις ἀγαθοῖς, οἷς προητοίμασεν ὁ θεός, ἵνα ἐν αὐτοῖς περιπατήσωμεν.
Gospel Reading
14th Sunday of Luke
The Reading is from Luke 18:35-43
At that time, as Jesus drew near to Jericho, a blind man was sitting by the roadside begging; and hearing a multitude going by, he inquired what this meant. They told him, "Jesus of Nazareth is passing by." And he cried, "Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!" And those who were in front rebuked him, telling him to be silent; but he cried out all the more, "Son of David, have mercy on me!" And Jesus stopped, and commanded him to be brought to him; and when he came near, he asked him, "What do you want me to do for you?" He said, "Lord, let me receive my sight." And Jesus said to him, "Receive your sight; your faith has made you well." And immediately he received his sight and followed him, glorifying God; and all the people, when they saw it, gave praise to God.
14th Sunday of Luke
Κατὰ Λουκᾶν 18:35-43
Τῷ καιρῷ ἐκείνῳ, ᾿Εγένετο δὲ ἐν τῷ ἐγγίζειν αὐτὸν εἰς ῾Ιεριχὼ τυφλός τις ἐκάθητο παρὰ τὴν ὁδὸν προσαιτῶν· ἀκούσας δὲ ὄχλου διαπορευομένου ἐπυνθάνετο τί εἴη ταῦτα. ἀπήγγειλαν δὲ αὐτῷ ὅτι ᾿Ιησοῦς ὁ Ναζωραῖος παρέρχεται. καὶ ἐβόησε λέγων· ᾿Ιησοῦ υἱὲ Δαυΐδ, ἐλέησόν με· καὶ οἱ προάγοντες ἐπετίμων αὐτῷ ἵνα σιωπήσῃ· αὐτὸς δὲ πολλῷ μᾶλλον ἔκραζεν· υἱὲ Δαυΐδ, ἐλέησόν με. σταθεὶς δὲ ὁ ᾿Ιησοῦς ἐκέλευσεν αὐτὸν ἀχθῆναι πρὸς αὐτόν. ἐγγίσαντος δὲ αὐτοῦ ἐπηρώτησεν αὐτὸν λέγων· τί σοι θέλεις ποιήσω; ὁ δὲ εἶπε· Κύριε, ἵνα ἀναβλέψω. καὶ ὁ ᾿Ιησοῦς εἶπεν αὐτῷ· ἀνάβλεψον· ἡ πίστις σου σέσωκέ σε. καὶ παραχρῆμα ἀνέβλεψε, καὶ ἠκολούθει αὐτῷ δοξάζων τὸν Θεόν· καὶ πᾶς ὁ λαὸς ἰδὼν ἔδωκεν αἶνον τῷ Θεῷ.
Hymns of the Day
Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Plagal Second Mode
Angelic powers were above Thy tomb, and they that guarded Thee became as dead. And Mary stood by the grave seeking Thine immaculate Body. Thou hast despoiled Hades and wast not tried thereby. Thou didst meet the Virgin and didst grant us life. O Thou Who didst arise from the dead, Lord, glory be to Thee.
Ἀγγελικαὶ Δυνάμεις ἐπὶ τὸ μνῆμά σου, καὶ οἱ φυλάσσοντες ἀπενεκρώθησαν, καὶ ἵστατο Μαρία ἐν τῷ τάφῳ, ζητοῦσα τὸ ἄχραντόν σου σῶμα. Ἐσκύλευσας τὸν ᾍδην, μὴ πειρασθεὶς ὑπ' αὐτοῦ, ὑπήντησας τῇ Παρθένῳ, δωρούμενος τὴν ζωήν, ὁ ἀναστὰς ἐκ των νεκρῶν, Κύριε δόξα σοι.
Seasonal Kontakion in the Third Mode
On this day the Virgin cometh to the cave to give birth to * God the Word ineffably, * Who was before all the ages. * Dance for joy, O earth, on hearing * the gladsome tidings; * with the Angels and the shepherds now glorify Him * Who is willing to be gazed on * as a young Child Who * before the ages is God.
Ἡ Παρθένος σήμερον, τὸν Προαιώνιον Λόγον, ἐν Σπηλαίῳ ἔρχεται, ἀποτεκεῖν ἀπορρήτως. Χόρευε ἡ οἰκουμένη ἀκουτισθεῖσα, δόξασον μετὰ Ἀγγέλων καὶ τῶν Ποιμένων, βουληθέντα ἐποφθῆναι, παιδίον νέον, τὸν πρὸ αἰώνων Θεόν.
This Week at the Cathedral
Today at the Cathedral:
We welcome all newcomers to our Cathedral and are glad you are here! Please join us after Liturgy in the Social Hall; we would love to get to know you!
Memorial:
Elder Ephraim of Arizona, 5 years - Patron Saint of our Greek School
Panteleon Tsakiris, 1 year
Coffee and Sweets today in memory of Panteleon Tsakiris.
NO Religious Education Classes
Today is the LAST DAY to RSVP for the Philoptochos Community Dinner Dance in Matthews Social Hall from 7-11pm featuring Athenian Entertainment: The Sound of Greece. Tickets are $40 for adults (includes one free raffle ticket) and $20 for those 18 and under - Proceeds benefit Philoptochos Charities. RSVP TODAY to [email protected] or (860) 680-8070 or Georgia at [email protected] or (860) 490-3308.
This week at the Cathedral:
Wednesday, December 4th
6pm - Paraklesis
7pm - Catechesis
Thursday, December 5th
6:30pm (Men) 7:15pm (Women) - Choir Practice
Friday, December 6th
9:30am - Orthros and Divine Liturgy - St. Nicholas the Wonderworker
Saturday, December 7th
9am-12pm - Greek School
12:30pm Juniors 1pm Seniors - Dance Troupe Practice
7-11pm - Philoptochos Community Dinner Dance
Sunday, December 8th
Final pageant practice following Divine Liturgy followed by Little Angels/Hope/Joy combined Christmas Gathering and Craft in Matthews Social Hall - Please RSVP to Kate Colan at 203-715-0662 or Kal Astras at 516-852-8772 to ensure enough craft supplies (see flyer)
Following Divine Liturgy our GOYAns will meet to make Christmas cards and then visit nursing homes for caroling and to give out the cards they made - more details forthcoming
Announcements:
Ongoing through Sunday, December 22nd
GOYA is sponsoring a Toy drive to benefit the children at Connecticut Children's Medical Center - Donations may be left in the decorated box outside the social hall through Sunday, December 22nd when our GOYAns will deliver the gifts to the children. We thank you for your kind generosity to brighten the lives of these children at this special time of year!
Stars Program
This year, especially, please open your hearts and your generous spirit by choosing a “star” knowing that your gift(s) will be bringing much happiness and a Christmas more special for our neighbors and needy families at this time of year. Please see the 2024 “Wish List” which is posted in the main hallway. All donations may be brought to the church and placed in the conference room – be sure to attach a note including your name and phone number with your item. (see flyer)
Annual Christmas Pageant 2024
Our Annual Christmas Pageant is fast approaching and will be taking place this year on Sunday, December 15th following Diving Liturgy! It is open to all children in our Religious Education Program to participate and we would love to see as many of our children as possible taking part in this beautiful tradition. For more info on participation and rehearsals, please see the attached flier and/or contact Tina Smith at 860-633-2777 or [email protected]
Friday, December 13th
6:30-9:30pm - GOYA Christmas Party at Mathews Social Hall - White elephant gift exchange ($20 limit), baking and decorating Christmas cookies. Food will be provided. Please RSVP by December 8th to Anthia Vardoulakis (860-989-9827) or Sophie Kapetanopoulos (860-416-6788) (see flyer)
Vasilopita
Orders for Vasilopita will be taken today following Divine Liturgy - Deadline for ordering is 12/8 - pick up will be December 15th (see flyer)
Wall of Remembrance submissions are being accepted for the years 2020-2024 ONLY - Deadline for submission is December 15th, 2024. (see attached form)
Thursday, December 19th
7pm - Carols at the Cathedral - Choir Concert (see flyer)
Friday, December 27th
12-5pm - Red Cross Blood Drive in the St. George Social Hall, sponsored by Nathan Hale Chapter 58 Order of AHEPA (see flyer)
Help Us Fight George’s Cancer Together
As many of you know, George Zugravu, Fr. George’s son is battling cancer. Thankfully this cancer is treatable and he is getting the best care at Memorial Sloan Kettering. Many community members have reached out to us asking how to help as we are facing this difficult journey ahead. We are thankful for all your prayers and kind thoughts. Any financial support would be greatly appreciated to help cover the medical expenses. https://gofund.me/c8d14f47
Flyers
Stars Program
This year, especially, please open your hearts and your generous spirit by choosing a “star” knowing that your gift(s) will be bringing much happiness and a Christmas more special for our neighbors and needy families at this time of year. Please see the 2024 “Wish List” which is posted in the main hallway. All donations may be brought to the church and placed in the conference room – be sure to attach a note including your name and phone number with your item.
Annual Christmas Pageant 2024 Info
Our Annual Christmas Pageant is fast approaching and will be taking place this year on Sunday, December 15th following Diving Liturgy! It is open to all children in our Religious Education Program to participate and we would love to see as many of our children as possible taking part in this beautiful tradition. For more info on participation and rehearsals, please see the attached flier and/or contact Tina Smith at 860-633-2777 or [email protected]
Little Angels/Hope/Joy Christmas Craft Event
We are excited to invite you and your children to a special Christmas craft event December 8th after Divine Liturgy! In the spirit of St. Nicholas--the beloved giver who inspired our tradition of Santa Claus-and the true meaning of Christmas, we'll be creating a unique "Gift to Jesus." Each child will have the opportunity to decorate a beautiful ornament that will hold a personal message to Jesus. This message will be a special promise of something good they will do to bring joy to Him. It's a wonderful way to celebrate Jesus' birthday and reflect on the kindenss and generosity that St. Nicholas modeled for us all. Please join us for this meaningful and creative activity as we come together to share the true spirit of Christmas! We look forward to seeing you there. Please text Kate or Kal with your RSVP to ensure enough craft supplies. Kate Colan - 203-715-0662 Kal Astras - 516-852-8772
GOYA Christmas Party
Friday, December 13th - 6:30-9:30pm - GOYA Christmas Party at Mathews Social Hall - White elephant gift exchange ($20 limit), baking and decorating Christmas cookies. Food will be provided. Please RSVP by December 8th to Anthia Vardoulakis (860-989-9827) or Sophie Kapetanopoulos (860-416-6788)
Vasilopita
Orders for Vasilopita will be taken today following Divine Liturgy - Deadline for ordering is 12/8 - pick up will be December 15th
Wall of Remembrance Form
Wall of Remembrance submissions are being accepted for the years 2020-2024 ONLY - Deadline for submission is December 15th, 2024.
An Annual Tradition - Carols at the Cathedral
Thursday December 19th at 7:30pm - Come join the Choir for caroling, hot chocolate, and cookies. Bring your triangle, Santa hat & your friends, family and neighbors - with Petros Hatjopoulos, Music Director and Giorgos Karatzas, Guest Vocalist
Red Cross Blood Drive
Friday, December 27th from 12-5pm in the St. George Social Hall, sponsored by Nathan Hale Chapter 58 Order of AHEPA
Saints and Feasts
December 01
Nahum the Prophet
The Prophet Nahum had Elkesaeus (Elkosh) as his homeland, and was from the tribe of Symeon; he is seventh in order among the twelve Minor Prophets He prophesied during the time of Hezekias, after the destruction of Samaria (721 years before Christ), but before the ten tribes were taken into captivity; he prophesied against Nineveh, the capital of Assyria. His name means "comforter." His book of prophecy is divided into three chapters.
December 01
Philaret the Merciful of Amnia
Saint Philaret a native of Paphlagonia in Asia Minor, was a virtuous Christian layman who lived in lawful wedlock and raised a family. He was most renowned for his generosity to all in need. With the permission of God, in a short space of time he lost the greater part of his possessions to theft and other misfortunes and was left with nothing but his family, his home, and a little livestock. Yet he continued to give generously to the poor despite the faint-heartedness of his family, who reproached him for giving alms when they were in need themselves; and God, seeing his faith, restored his prosperity to him many times over. He foresaw the day of his death, and reposed in an odour of sanctity in Constantinople in 789.