St. John The Baptist Greek Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2024-10-27
Bulletin Contents
Saints and Feasts
Hymns of the Day
Gospel and Epistle Readings
Wisdom of the Fathers
Parish Activities
Prayers Request
Church Calendar

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St. John The Baptist Greek Orthodox Church

General Information

  • Phone:
  • (817) 283-2291
  • Fax:
  • (817) 545-0302
  • Street Address:

  • 303 Cullum Drive

  • Euless, TX 76040

Contact Information

Office Administrator Cristina Korzun


[email protected] | (817) 283-2291
Parish Priest Rev. Protopresbyter Vasile Tudora


[email protected] | (817) 283-2291
Parish Council President George Vittas


[email protected] | (817) 283-2291

Services Schedule

Small Paraklesis - Wednesday 6:00PM

Great Vespers - Saturday 5:00PM

Matins - Sunday 8:30AM

Divine Liturgy - Sunday 9:30 AM

Confessions - Saturday after Vespers or upon request

Past Bulletins


Saints and Feasts

October 27

Nestor the Martyr of Thessaloniki

As mentioned in the account concerning Saint Demetrius (October 26), this Saint contested during the reign of Maximian, in the year 290.

October 28

Holy Protection of the Theotokos

The Feast of the Protection commemorates the appearance of the most holy Theotokos in the Church of Blachernae in Constantinople in the tenth century, as recorded in the life of Saint Andrew the Fool for Christ's sake. While the multitudes of the faithful were gathered in church, Epiphanius, the friend of Saint Andrew, through the Saint's prayers, beheld the Virgin Mary above the faithful and spreading out her veil over them, signifying her unceasing protection of all Christians. Because of this we keep a yearly feast of gratitude, imploring our Lady never to cease sheltering us in her mighty prayers.

The Feast is celebrated on October 1. In the 1950s, the Church of Greece began to observe the Feast on October 28.

November 01

Cosmas and Damianos the Holy Unmercenaries and their mother Theodota

These Saints were from Asia (that is, Asia Minor). After the death of their father, their Christ-loving mother Theodota reared them in piety and in all manner of virtue, and had them instructed in every science, especially that of medicine. This became their vocation, and they went about healing every illness and malady, bestowing healing freely on both men and beasts alike; because of this, they are called "Unmercenaries." And thus, having completed the course of their life, they reposed in peace.

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Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the First Mode

Although the stone was sealed by the Jews, and the soldiers guarded Your most pure body, You arose on the third day, O Savior, giving life to the world. For this reason, the heavenly powers cried out to you, O Giver of Life: Glory to Your resurrection, O Christ! Glory to Your kingdom! Glory to Your dispensation, only Lover of Mankind!

Reading is under copyright and is used with permission, all rights reserved by: Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America


Seasonal Kontakion in the Second Mode

O Protection of Christians that cannot be put to shame, mediation unto the creator most constant: O despise not the voices of those who have sinned; but be quick, O good one, to come unto our aid, who in faith cry unto thee: Hasten to intercession and speed thou to make supplication, O thou who dost ever protect, O Theotokos, them that honor thee.

Reading is under copyright and is used with permission, all rights reserved by: Holy Transfiguration Monastery


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Gospel and Epistle Readings

Matins Gospel Reading

Seventh Orthros Gospel
The Reading is from John 20:1-10

On the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene came to the tomb early, while it was still dark, and saw that the stone had been taken away from the tomb. So she ran, and went to Simon Peter and the other disciple, the one whom Jesus loved, and said to them, "They have taken the Lord out of the tomb, and we do not know where they have laid Him." Peter then came out with the other disciple, and they went toward the tomb. They both ran, but the other disciple outran Peter and reached the tomb first; and stooping to look in, he saw the linen cloths lying there, but he did not go in. Then Simon Peter came, following him, and went into the tomb; he saw the linen cloths lying and the napkin, which had been on His head, not lying with the linen cloths, but rolled up in a place by itself. Then the other disciple, who reached the tomb first, also went in, and he saw and believed; for as yet they did not know the scripture, that He must rise from the dead. Then the disciples went back to their homes.

Epistle Reading

Prokeimenon. First Mode. Psalm 32.22,1.
Let your mercy, O Lord, be upon us.
Verse: Rejoice in the Lord, O ye righteous.

The reading is from St. Paul's Second Letter to the Corinthians 9:6-11.

Brethren, he who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. Each one must do as he has made up his mind, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to provide you with every blessing in abundance, so that you may always have enough of everything and may provide in abundance for every good work. As it is written, "He scatters abroad, he gives to the poor; his righteousness endures for ever." He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will supply and multiply your resources and increase the harvest of your righteousness. You will be enriched in every way for great generosity, which through us will produce thanksgiving to God.

Gospel Reading

7th Sunday of Luke
The Reading is from Luke 8:41-56

At that time, there came to Jesus a man named Jairus, who was a ruler of the synagogue; and falling at Jesus' feet he besought him to come to his house, for he had an only daughter, about twelve years of age, and she was dying. As he went, the people pressed round him. And a woman who had had a flow of blood for twelve years and had spent all her living upon physicians and could not be healed by anyone, came up behind him, and touched the fringe of his garment; and immediately her flow of blood ceased. And Jesus said, "Who was it that touched me?" When all denied it, Peter and those who were with him said, "Master, the multitudes surround you and press upon you!" But Jesus said, "Some one touched me; for I perceive that power has gone forth from me." And when the woman saw that she was not hidden, she came trembling, and falling down before him declared in the presence of all the people why she had touched him, and how she had been immediately healed. And he said to her, "Daughter, your faith has made you well; go in peace." While he was still speaking, a man from the ruler's house came and said, "Your daughter is dead; do not trouble the Teacher any more." But Jesus on hearing this answered him, "Do not fear; only believe, and she shall be well." And when he came to the house, he permitted no one to enter with him, except Peter and John and James, and the father and mother of the child. And all were weeping and bewailing her; but he said, "Do not weep; for she is not dead but sleeping." And they laughed at him, knowing that she was dead. But taking her by the hand he called, saying, "Child, arise." And her spirit returned, and she got up at once; and he directed that something should be given her to eat. And her parents were amazed; but he charged them to tell no one what had happened.

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Wisdom of the Fathers

For in a contest there is much labor needed--and after the contest victory falls to some, to others disgrace. Is the palm ever given or the crown granted before the course is finished? ... Therefore no one can receive a reward, unless he has striven lawfully; nor is the victory a glorious one, unless the contest also has been toilsome.
St. Ambrose of Milan
Chapter 15, Three Books on the Duties of the Clergy, 4th century

He puts an end to the woman's fear ... He sets her right, in respect of her thinking to be hid ... He exhibits her faith to all, so as to provoke the rest also to emulation ...
St. John Chrysostom
Homily 31 on Matthew 9, 4th Century

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Parish Activities

Special Service: memorial service for Theoni and Vasilios Papadopoulos, beloved parents of Olga and Chris Papadopoulos.

2024 STEWARDSHIP and financials as of 10/25/2024

Goal:                                        $580,000

Pledged:                                     $472,605

Received To Date of Pledged:   $379,571

Pledges Submitted:                   188

DOME ICONOGRAPHY financials as of 10/25/2024

Total Project value: $411,000

Balance in the account at the beginning of the campaign: $110,898

Pledged (including grant): $208,302.00

Number of pledges: 30

Needed: $91,800

TODAY, AFTER SERVICE:

  • Sunday School – Who is Christ? I Am the Resurrection and the Life
  • Explore Orthodoxy class 12:15 pm in the High School Sunday School classroom.

Coffee Hour: Luncheon provided by Olga and Chris Papadopoulos in memory of their parents, Theoni and Vasilios

Living Word Bookstore: Synaxarion Set - $315

UPCOMING EVENTS:

  • Thursday, October 31, 7:00 pm: All Saints Festival. Dress up as a saint, give us few hints and let us guess what saint you represent. We will have pizza, ice cream, candies and games!
  • Friday, November 1, 11 am- 1 pm: Homeschool Co-op.
  • Sunday, November 3: Sts. Cosmas & Damianos Philoptochos Collection
  • Wednesday, November 6, at 5:00 pm: Feed the Hungry - packing lunch bags for UGM
  • Thursday, November 7, Ageless Wonders Meeting. We plan to meet at The Brunch District at 11:30 am. 3855 Glade Rd Suite 170, Colleyville, TX 76034. Then, at 2:00 pm, we will go to Cloth & Glaze which is in the same shopping center at 1230 Red River Dr. to have fun painting a ceramic piece of our choice and have a great time together!

We need a minimum of 10 people to reserve a room. Of course, you have the option of attending either or both (brunch and Cloth & Glaze). Please contact Margaret Chokas by Monday, Nov. 4 to let her know if you can make it.  817-917-4771. We hope to see you there! Everybody 50 and up can participate!

  • Thursday, November 7 and Friday, November 8: Feast Day of the Holy Archangels Greek Monastery in Kendalia, TX. The services are presided byHis Eminence, Metropolitan Constantine of Denver. Address: 2191 Twin Sisters Dr.Spring Branch, TX 78070. The services schedule for Thursday, Nov. 7: 4 pm: Small Vespers; 4:30 pm Dinner; 6:00 pm: Vigil. The services schedule for Friday, Nov. 8: 8:30 am: Hours; 9:00 am Hierarchical Divine Liturgy, 11:00 am: Lunch

All Greek Dance Troupes:  if you found any costume pieces at home, please return by Sunday, Nov 3 as we are taking a costume inventory for ALL dance groups. Conversely, if you are missing any apparel or shoes, please check with Sandra as she has some clothing/shoes that are not costume related.  There is a pair of men’s shoes in particular.

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Prayers Request

Prayer Request – October 27, 2024

(Please use the baptismal names when commemorating.

If it is not available, please use the first name.)

Members of our parish who are in hospital or rehab:

Name:                                                            Baptismal name:

  • Leo Alexander                                              Panteleimon
  • Leslie Hock

Members of our parish who are in assisted living or nursing home:

Name:                                                            Baptismal name:

  • Kost Bosnakis                                               Konstantinos
  • Joyce Hofland
  • Velva Johnson                                              Heleni
  • Bernard Peter Korzun

Members of our parish who are ill / in recovery:

Name:                                                            Baptismal name:

  • Wes Albaugh
  • Chrysanthi Andromalos                               Chrysanthi
  • Pat Ballas                                                      Panayiota
  • Elias Bahou                                                  Elias
  • Michael Bogdos                                           Michael
  • Kassandra Bogordos                                    Kassandra
  • Robin Boomstra
  • Jason Caros                                                   Jason
  • Margaret Chokas                                          Maria
  • Tim Cline                                                       Timothy
  • Edward Tex Collins                                     Taxiarchon
  • Mariana, Anamaria & Madalin Cuceu       Maria, Anamaria & Madalin
  • Helen Dieb                                                    Helen
  • Orest & Refije Duka                                    Anesti & Katherine
  • Vickie Dunham                                            Photinia
  • Timothy Elder                                              Timothy
  • Ana Forcum                                                  Ana
  • Heather Gregoire                                          Mary
  • Awni & Maryan Haddad                             Rafael & Maryan
  • Jennifer Hock                                                Zenobia
  • Harry & Virginia Karegeannes                   Haralambos & Catherine
  • Filiratos & Alina Ionita                                Filiratos & Alina
  • Petar & Slavica Ivovic                                 Petar & Slavica
  • Michael Jeznach                                           Michael
  • Elise Leary
  • Abraham Maayeh                                         Abraham
  • Jude MacLead
  • George & Victoria Manos                           George & Victoria
  • Michael Mavias                                            Michael
  • Themis & Zoe Mavrelli                               Euthymia & Zoe
  • Catherine Macdonald                                   Catherine
  • Laura & Liliana Nicolescu                          Laura & Liliana Gabriela
  • Mercy Parojinog
  • Arabella Parson                                            Helena
  • Ruby Phillips
  • Cristina Popa                                                Cristina
  • Candice Reyes                             
  • Nicholas Rodakis                                         Nicholas
  • Ted Sarros                                                     John
  • Robert Steffaro                                             Rodion
  • Oleg & Valentina Tiganiuc                         Oleg & Valentina
  • Sarah Varvaris                                              Sara
  • Georgia Vratinina                                        Georgia
  • Ronald Warkentin
  • Gary Winfrey
  • Helen Yu

Members of our parish who have chronic illnesses:

Name:                                                            Baptismal name:

  • Gabriel, Rita & Marina Abanoub                 Gabriel, Rita & Marina
  • Tami, Olivia & Nathaniel Brugman           Dymphna, Theodora & Nathaniel
  • Andrew Lucas Burlacu
  • Ashley Choate                                              Maria Magdalena
  • Elizabeth Cronin                                          Elizabeth
  • Samiha Gayed                                              Samiha
  • Michael Genovezos                                     Michael
  • Mavra Grimm                                               Mavra
  • Gregory Kerbow                                           Gregory
  • John Koutsoufis                                            Ioannis
  • Emilia Lueth                                                 Emilia
  • Emily MacLeod                                           Emily
  • Maire Barachiel MacLeod                          Maire Barachiel
  • Erzsi Rafael MacLeod                                 Erzsi Rafael
  • Brigid Seraphim MacLeod                          Brigid Seraphim
  • Tempi Michael MacLeod                            Tempi Michael
  • Michaela Miller                                            Michaela
  • Andreas Mihalakeas                                    Andreas
  • Gail Poriotis                                                  Evangelia
  • Georgia Souris                                              Georgia
  • Ann, Jason Sullivan                                     Ana, Jason
  • Vasile & Madalina Tache                            Vasile & Madalina
  • Dean Theophilou                                          Constantine
  • Kristy Warkentin                                          Paraskeva
  • George Vittas                                                George, Reader

Members of our parish with limited mobility:

Name:                                                            Baptismal name:

  • Dr. Lucille Howton                                      Lucille
  • Constantinos Katsikas                                 Constantinos
  • Marika Shackelford                                     Maria

Family members who fell asleep in the Lord in the last 40 days:

  • Norma Balignot
  • Gwendolyn Franklyn
  • Amy Nicole Lorance                                   Nicole    
  • Jacob Lorance

As this information is not always easy to find, kindly let us know of anyone else that should be on this list.

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Church Calendar

  • STJB Calendar

    October 27 to November 10, 2024

    Sunday, October 27

    8:30AM Orthros

    9:30AM Divine Liturgy

    10:45AM Sunday School

    11:00AM Coffee Hour - Potluck

    12:15PM Explore Orthodoxy Class

    Monday, October 28

    6:00AM Hours and Divine Liturgy

    Wednesday, October 30

    6:00PM Paraklesis

    Thursday, October 31

    6:00PM Vespers

    7:00PM All Saints Festival

    Friday, November 1

    8:00AM Orthros and Divine Liturgy

    10:00AM Memorial Service for Gavin Ezekiel Owens

    11:00AM Homeschool Co-op

    Saturday, November 2

    3:00PM Wedding Alex Genovezos & Marina Epperson

    5:00PM Great Vespers

    Sunday, November 3

    Philoptochos Sts. Cosmas & Damianos Collection & Poinsettias forms

    8:30AM Orthros

    9:30AM Divine Liturgy

    10:45AM Sunday School

    11:00AM Coffee Hour - Potluck

    12:15PM Explore Orthodoxy Class

    Wednesday, November 6

    5:00PM Feed the Hungry - packing lunch bags for UGM

    6:00PM Paraklesis

    Thursday, November 7

    11:30AM Ageless Wonders Brunch at The Brunch District Colleyville

    2:00PM Ageless Wonders fun activity at Cloth & Glaze (Colleyville)

    Friday, November 8

    11:00AM Homeschool Co-op

    Saturday, November 9

    8:00AM Orthros, Divine Liturgy

    4:00PM Confession

    5:00PM Great Vespers

    Sunday, November 10

    8:30AM Orthros

    9:30AM Divine Liturgy

    10:45AM Sunday School

    11:30AM FALL GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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