Assumption of the Virgin Mary Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2024-10-27
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Assumption of the Virgin Mary Orthodox Church

General Information

  • Street Address:

  • 801 Montecito Drive

  • San Angelo, TX 76903


Contact Information




Services Schedule

Alternating Sundays:

9 AM Orthros Prayer Service & 
10 AM Divine Liturgy Communion Service

10 AM Typica Service

The 10 AM Sunday services are followed by Coffee Hour and Fellowship.


Past Bulletins


Calendar & Announcements

UPCOMING  SERVICES    

Sunday, October 27 - Seventh Sunday of Luke 

  • 9:00 am - Orthros 

  • 10:00 am - Divine Liturgy

Sunday, November 3 - Fifth Sunday of Luke 

  • 10:00 am - Reader's Service 

Saturday, November 9 

  • 6:00 pm - Great Vespers and Holy Confessions 

Sunday, November 10 - Eighth Sunday of Luke 

  • 9:00 am - Orthros

  • 10:00 am - Divine Liturgy

Luncheon and Parish General Assembly 

Saturday, November 16 - St. Matthew the Apostle 

  • 8:30 am - Divine Liturgy

  • 10:00 am to 2:00 pm - Open House and Bake Sale Pick-up 

Sunday, November 17 - Ninth Sunday of Luke 

  • 10:00 am - Reader's Service 

Saturday, November 23 

  • 5:00 pm - Inquirer's Class

  • 6:00 pm - Great Vespers and Holy Confessions 

Sunday, November 24 - Thirteenth Sunday of Luke 

  • 9:00 am - Orthros

  • 10:00 am  Divine Liturgy  

Sunday, December 1 - Fourteenth Sunday of Luke 

  • 10:00 am - Reader's Service 

Saturday, December 7 

  • 5:00 pm - Inquirer's Class

  • 6:00 pm - Great Vespers and Holy Confessions 

Sunday, December 8 - Tenth Sunday of Luke 

  • 9:00 am - Orthros 

  • 10:00 am - Divine Liturgy

  • 6:00 pm - Great Vespers

Monday, December 9 - Conception of the Theotokos 

  • 9:00 am - Orthros 

  • 10:00 am - Divine Liturgy 

Sunday, December 15 - Eleventh Sunday of Luke 

  • 10:00 am - Reader's Service 

Saturday, December 21 

  • 6:00 pm - Great Vespers and Holy Confessions 

Sunday, December 22 - Sunday before Holy Nativity 

  • 9:00 am - Orthros 

  • 10:00 am - Divine Liturgy 

Wednesday, December 25 - Holy Nativity 

  • 9:00 am - Orthros

  • 10:00 am - Divine Liturgy 

Sunday, December 29 - Sunday after Holy Nativity 

  • 10:00 am - Reader's Service

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UPCOMING  MEETINGS 

 

Sunday, November 10 will be the next Parish Assembly and Parish Council Elections.

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COME  BE  GREEK  FOR  A  DAY ! 

ANNUAL  BAKE  SALE, SATURDAY,  NOVEMBER  16,  2024.

Download the Bake Sale order form by clicking here

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STEWARDSHIP  

This is a prayerful encouragement to support our parish with a donation. 

You can give as your regular stewardship or as a special donation either at church in the offering or online through our website at https://orthodoxsanangelo.org/about/ways-to-give 

God continues to bless our Assumption Church and the witness of our Orthodox Christian faith, and your regular stewardship and special gifts help to support the growth of our Church and our fulfilling of the Great Commission through our worship and ministry.

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NEW  PARISH  EMAIL 

Our new parish email is [email protected]

Please use this to communicate with Fr. Nektarios. 

If you have not visited our new website, please do so at http://orthodoxsanangelo.org  

 

RESOURCES  FOR  INQUIRERS 

If you are inquiring about the Orthodox Christian faith, please reach out to Fr. Nektarios for resources.Our faith is focused on our worship and participation in the Church, the Body of Christ, and in cultivating our communion with God. 

We can provide you with a prayer book to guide you in daily prayers, as well as a book and online resources that explain the Orthodox Christian faith and life.

Fr. Nektarios is also available to meet with you by phone, Zoom or in person to offer guidance as you follow God's guidance and seek your spiritual home in the Orthodox Church.

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ONLINE  CATECHISM  CLASS   

Catechism Session  - next class is on Thursday, November 7, at 7 pm. 

 
You can view the most recent session online at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z5abT4zp4hg&t=520s

Our weekly sessions will be on Zoom at the link below.  They will also be available livestream on our Assumption Facebook page, as well as on the YouTube Channel for St. Stephen Mission at https://www.youtube.com/@st.stephenorthodoxmission8116/streams

The sessions will also be archived at the same YouTube link in case you miss a session or would like to go back and listen to a specific week or topic. 

 
Meeting ID: 873 8452 7698

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CARING  MEALS  MINISTRY 

If you know someone who needs meals due to illness, birth, etc., please see Kathy Baughman or Noelle Bartl. Thank you to everyone who volunteers for this ministry. You are being the hands of Christ!

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HELP  FOR  THE  GARCIA  FAMILY

Joanna Garcia continues to go through a very difficult time with her ongoing illness. If you want to give a financial donation to help with medical expenses, etc., please make your check out to our church (Assumption of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church, or AVMGOC for short), and make note that it's for the Garcias.
 
If you have any questions, please call or text Kathy at 325-277-0274.
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COFFEE  HOUR

We have open slots on the sign up sheet for Coffee Hour, which can be found on the refrigerator in the church kitchen. Can you help host? It's okay to bring something simple, or even just one dish. Encourage others to sign up with you as co-hosts. "Many hands make the burden light." Thank you for your help!

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SPECIAL  OCCASIONS  FROM  SUNDAY, OCTOBER  27 THROUGH  SUNDAY,  NOVEMBER  3

Birthdays: Ezekiel Choate, Presbytera Constantina (Dena) Hademenos, Maria Elena Tolle

Anniversaries: none 

Namedays: none

Memorials: none

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Check out the rest of the bulletin! See below for news from the world of Orthodoxy, online concerts and lecture series, and more.

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AFTER  CHURCH

Please join us for refreshments in the Social Hall.

 

** As always, see the parish website for any changes and updates. **

 

 

 

 

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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. 1st Tone. 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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Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the 1st Tone

Although your tomb was sealed with a stone, O Savior, and your most pure body was guarded by the soldiers, you rose on the third day giving life to all the world. Therefore O giver of life, the powers of heaven praise you: Glory to your resurrection, O Christ. Glory to your kingdom. Glory to your saving wisdom. O only lover of mankind.

Seasonal Kontakion in the 2nd Tone

O unfailing protection of Christians, and our faithful advocate before the Creator: though we are sinners, do not ignore our entreaty; but in your goodness, grant your timely help to us who appeal to you in faith. Quickly make intercession; on our behalf make speedy supplication, O Theotokos, for you always protect those who honor you.
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Saints and Feasts

October 27

7th Sunday of Luke


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 27

Kyriakos, Patriarch of Constantinople


October 27

Procla, wife of Pontius Pilate


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.


October 28

Holy Martyrs Terrence and Eunice

Both the country and the time of the martyrdom of these holy Martyrs are unknown. All were beheaded, after having endured many bitter torments.


October 28

Our Righteous Father Steven the Sabbaite

Saint Steven passed his life in ascetical discipline in the Monastery of Saint Sabbas, from whence also he received the name Sabbaite. He was consecrated bishop and reposed about the year 790, bequeathing to the Church a number of melismatic troparia.


October 29

Anastasia the Martyr of Rome

Saint Anastasia, who was young in age and lived in a convent, was seized by the impious. Confessing Christ openly and with boldness and enduring manifold torments, she was beheaded in the year 256, during the reign of Valerian.


October 29

Avramios the Recluse & his niece Maria of Mesopotamia

Our Righteous Father Abramius, born in Edessa in Mesopotamia in 296, took up the monastic life and brought many pagans to Christ. Mary, his niece, upon the death of her parents, joined Abramius at his hermitage and under his guidance advanced swiftly in the love of God. Through the wiles of the evil one, however, she fell into sin, and falling from them into despair, she left her uncle and became a harlot. When he learned where his niece was, Abramius put on the clothes of a man of the world and went to visit her in disguise. Through his exhortations, Mary returned to her first hope in the mercy of God, was rescued from the life of harlotry, and ended her life in great holiness. He himself reposed in the year 366. Saints Abramius and Mary were friends of Saint Ephraim the Syrian, and it was he who wrote their account.


October 30

Zenobios & Zenobia the Martyrs

These Saints were from Aegae in Cilicia, brought up in piety by their parents. Zenobius was a physician, and healed many freely by the power of God; because of his virtue he was consecrated Bishop of Aegae. With his sister he was taken by Lysias the Governor, and after many tortures they were beheaded, about the year 290, during the reign of Diocletian.


October 30

Cleopas and Artemas of the 70 Apostles


October 31

Stachys, Andrew, Amplias, Apelles, Urban, Aristobulus & Narcissus of the 70

Of these holy Apostles, Stachys became the first Bishop of Byzantium, consecrated by the Apostle Andrew. Having shepherded his people for sixteen years, he reposed in the Lord. As for the others, each one shone forth in the episcopal see appointed to him: Apelles, Bishop of Heraclea; Amplias, Bishop of Odyssopolis; Urban, Bishop of Macedonia; Narcissus, Bishop of Athens; and Aristobulus, Bishop of Britain.


October 31

Martyr Epimachus of Alexandria, Egypt

The Martyr Epimachus, who was from Egypt, had lived the ascetical life on Mount Pelusium. He came to Alexandria during the reign of Decius, and was arrested by Apellianus the Governor. He suffered martyrdom in the year 251.

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.


November 01

David the Righteous of Evia


November 02

Bishop Raphael Hawaweeny of Brooklyn

Saint Raphael Hawaweeny was born on November 8, 1860 A.D., in Damascus, Syria, to pious Christian parents. He studied Arabic grammar and mathematics at the Antiochian Patriarchate parochial school where he was tonsured a reader in 1874. His strong academics served him well throughout his life, providing for him numerous opportunities to succeed and grow. He accepted a position in 1877 as an assistant teacher of Arabic and Turkish, which became full time in 1879. In 1879 he was tonsured a monk while working with Patriarch Hierotheos at the patriarchate, traveling with him on pastoral visits and serving as his personal assistant.

Longing to continue his theological studies, Raphael petitioned the Patriarch for permission to study at Halki Theological School, which was the only option for students of the Antiochian Patriarchate as the Balamand Seminary in Lebanon had been closed since 1840. After much persistence, Raphael received the blessing of the Patriarch and enrolled in Halki Seminary where he was ordained a deacon in 1885. After completing his degree at Halki, the young Deacon Raphael studied at the Kiev Theological Academy, working as a liaison between the Moscow and Antiochian patriarchates. Deacon Raphael was ordained to the holy priesthood in 1889 while in Kiev, continuing to serve that community for many years.

The opening of the Suez Canal in 1869 led to the subsequent collapse of the silk industry in the Middle East, causing many Syrians and others to immigrate to the United States. These new citizens desired to have their religion present in their new homeland and sent letters to their mother churches for pastoral help. A few priests were sent, but none lasted, and so the people asked for Father Raphael Hawaweeny to come to America and serve. Both the Antiochian and Moscow Patriarchs agreed to this idea, and Father Raphael left for America where the people greeted him with great love. Father Raphael then spent many years serving the Syrians in Brooklyn, New York, but he desired to scan the continent for Syrians and other Orthodox Christians who were without spiritual leadership. He traveled by train and carriage across the nation, finding Orthodox Christians, recording their location, and performing liturgies, baptisms, and weddings. Upon his return to Brooklyn, Father Raphael worked to find clergy to send to these dispersed communities, giving them a full time pastor to minister to their needs.

In 1909, by the hands of Bishops Tikhon and Innocent of the Moscow Patriarchate, he was the first bishop consecrated in the New World. The now Bishop Raphael continued his ministry to the Christians throughout America. Bishop Raphael worked tirelessly in Brooklyn to mediate disputes between the Orthodox Christians from Syria and Maronite Catholic Christians who often fought violently with one another. Despite numerous outbursts and setbacks, Bishop Raphael continued his ministry serving the Orthodox throughout his vast diocese. One such incident was when an influential leader of the Maronite group was killed and many people accused Bishop Raphael of ordering his murder. This led to many people attempting to harm the bishop, but he endured it all willingly. He was arrested under attempted murder charges, but was eventually cleared and let go after much time and money was spent in his defense.

Throughout his time in North America, Bishop Raphael founded 36 parishes to bring the Church to the faithful who were without a priest to guide them. Bishop Raphael truly lived out the Gospel in all aspects of his life, striving tirelessly for the people in his care, even to the point of sacrificing his own physical health in order to maintain the spiritual health of his people. Bishop Raphael died on February 27, 1915, at his home in Brooklyn. His funeral was attended by hundreds of people, including clergy from all ethnic backgrounds, illustrating his love for all of the people of God regardless of where they came from. The sacred relics of Saint Raphael, “the good shepherd of the lost sheep in North America,” were first interred in a crypt beneath the holy table at his Saint Nicholas Cathedral in Brooklyn on March 7, 1915, before being moved to the Syrian section of Mount Olivet Cemetery in Brooklyn on April 2, 1922. They were finally translated to the Holy Resurrection Cemetery at the Antiochian Village near Ligonier, Pennsylvania, on August 15, 1988. His sanctity was officially proclaimed by the Holy Synod of the Orthodox Church in America on March 29, 2000, and his glorification was celebrated on May 29 of that year at the Monastery of Saint Tikhon in Pennsylvania.


November 02

Acindynos, Pegasios, Aphthonios, Elpidophoros, and Anempodistos of Persia

These Martyrs contested in Persia about the year 330, in the reign of Sapor (Shapur) II, King of Persia (325-379). Acindynus, Pegasius, and Anempodistus, Persian Christians, confessed Christ before the King, and were put to many torments. Aphthonius and Elpidophoros, drawn to the Faith of Christ through the Martyrs, were beheaded with another 7,000. Saints Acindynus, Pegasius, and Anempodistus were at last burned to death. Two churches were dedicated in their honour in Constantinople. As is often the case in church hymns, there is a play on the meanings of the Saints' names here. Acindynus means "unimperilled"; Pegasius is derived from pegazo--"to gush forth"; Aphthonius is derived from aphthonos-"abundant"; Elpidophoros means "hope-bearing"; Anempodistus means "unhindered." These are all Greek translations of their Persian names.


November 03

Acepsimas the Bishop, Joseph the Presbyter, & Aeithalas the Deacon, Martyrs of Persia

Saint Acepsimas, a bishop, Saint Joseph, a presbyter, and Saint Aeithalas, a deacon, suffered exceedingly cruel torments and martyrdom during the reign of Sapor II, King of Persia (325-379). See also April 17.


November 03

Dedication of the Temple of the Holy Great Martyr George in Lydda

The consecration of the Church of Saint George in Lydda of Palestine took place during the reign of Saint Constantine the Great. See also April 23.


November 03

5th Sunday of Luke


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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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Archdiocese News

Department of Religious Education (DRE)’s Sunday Sermon Series: Seventh Sunday of Luke, October 27, 2024

10/25/2024

This week, find insights from the Department of Religious Education (DRE) about the upcoming Gospel reading, where we learn about two daughters who were brought back to life.


After Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Damaged Tampa Bay Parishes Need Help Rebuilding

10/24/2024

The Tampa Bay region boasts one of the largest Greek American populations in the country, making it particularly crucial in the preservation of Greek culture in the U.S. Both St. John and St. Stefanos need the continued aid of the greater Greek Orthodox community to recover from the devastation endured in Hurricanes Helene and Milton.


Panel Discussion at the United Nations: Forging the Paths to Sustainable Wildfire Prevention through Collaborative Governance

10/24/2024

On World Ecology Day, the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, in collaboration with the Permanent Mission of Greece, the Permanent Mission of Australia, the Mission of the Sovereign Order of Malta to the United Nations, the World Council of Churches, and Foley Hoag LLP, is organizing a panel discussion on “Forging Paths to Sustainable Wildfire Prevention through Collaborative Governance.”  


International Foundation for Greece Awards Granted to Michael Psaros and Dean Spanos

10/23/2024

Congratulations to Archons Michael Psaros and Dean Spanos for receiving the IFG Award from the International Foundation for Greece at a ceremony in Athens, Greece on October 14, 2024.


Remember Your Baptism: OCPM Serves Orthodox Christians Behind Bars

10/23/2024

By the grace of God, Orthodox Christianity is spreading across the prisons of the United States. But what about people who were baptized Orthodox Christians before they were incarcerated? 


IOCC in Jordan: A Vision for a Better Future

10/23/2024

Khalil, age 55, fled the conflict in Damascus, Syria with his family in 2011. Internally displaced for several years as fighting intensified, they constantly feared for their safety. In 2014, Khalil, his wife, and their six children risked everything to find safety in Jordan.


IOCC in Armenia: Consolation through Beekeeping

10/23/2024

Since conflict erupted in the territory of Nagorno-Karabakh, Armenians in the region have been forced to flee their homes in search of safety. Vaghinak, an Armenian and beneficiary of International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC)'s cash-assistance program, found himself in just such a situation.


Metropolis of San Francisco Announces 2024 Family Winter Camp

10/23/2024

Families across the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco are invited to attend the Metropolis Family Winter Camp at Saint Nicholas Ranch & Retreat Center in Dunlap, CA, from Friday, December 27 – Monday, December 30, 2024.


Strengthening Ties: Department of Greek Education Meets with Ministry of Education in Greece

10/23/2024

This meeting was significant as it marked the first time a director from the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America was invited by the Ministry of Education. It provided a crucial opportunity for attendees to better understand the challenges faced in preserving our language and culture in the United States.


St. Gerasimos Greek Orthodox Church of New York City Celebrates Patron Saint of Kefalonia

10/22/2024

The community of St. Gerasimos Greek Orthodox Church in Manhattan, NY celebrated the Feast day of St. Gerasimos on Sunday, October 20, 2024 with hundreds attending the Divine Liturgy, which was celebrated by His Grace Bishop Nektarios of Diokleia along with proistamenos of the parish Rev. Protopresbyter of the Ecumenical Throne Panagiotis Papazafiropoulos.


Hellenic Orthodox Community of Astoria Hosts Week of the Feast of St. Demetrios

10/22/2024

The Hellenic Orthodox Community of Astoria warmly invites you and your loved ones to join in celebrating the week of the feast of Saint Demetrios the Myrrh-Streamer and Great Martyr, the patron saint of their Cathedral, every day this week until Saturday, October 26, 2024.


New Parish Stewardship Materials: Your Own from Your Own

10/22/2024

The Stewardship Handbook serves as a guide for the parish stewardship team for a year-round campaign. This set of materials is available along with fifteen additional complete parish stewardship campaigns at stewardship.goarch.org.


2025 St. John Chrysostom Oratorical Festival Launched by the Department of Religious Education (DRE)

10/22/2024

The Department of Religious Education (DRE) for the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America is overjoyed to announce that the Metropolis of Pittsburgh will host the 41st Annual St. John Chrysostom Oratorical Festival National Finals at the St. Nicholas Cathedral in Pittsburgh, PA, on the weekend of May 30 to June 1, 2025.


28 "Exemplary Sons of the Mother Church" Installed at Archon Investiture

10/21/2024

On Sunday, October 20, 2024, following the Divine Liturgy at the Archdiocesan Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America presided at the Investiture of twenty-eight new Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate.


Author-Storyteller Anna Konomos-Wedlock Presents "The Promise" at the Maliotis Cultural Center

10/21/2024

The New York Life Insurance Center for the Study of Hellenism in Pontus and Asia Minor at Hellenic College, under the direction of Dr. Nicholas Ganson, who is currently serving as the Dean of Hellenic College, organized an event at the Maliotis Cultural Center on Wednesday, October 16th, dedicated to the Hellenism of Asia Minor.


St. Basil's Food Pantry Serves Thousands Over Last Year

10/21/2024

The impressively organized Saint Basil's Food Pantry has become a lifeline for families struggling with hunger and hardship. Shepherded by Vanessa Vitsas and Fr. Gregory Hohnholt of Holy Trinity Cathedral in Indianapolis, IN, every Monday the ministry provides healthy food to over 60 families over the course of just two hours.


Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate Honor Yulia Navalnaya with the 2024 Athenagoras Human Rights Award

10/20/2024

The Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate chose to honor Yulia Navalnaya with the 2024 Athenagoras Human Rights Award. Yulia is a freedom fighter, human rights activist, and the wife of the martyred Alexei Navalny, Russia’s opposition leader.


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Denver Metropolis News

2024 Metropolis of Denver Church Musicians Conference

Registration will be Open Soon!


2025 YAL SNOW CONFERENCE

Save The Date!

2025 YAL SNOW CONFERENCE:

January 9-12, 2025

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2025 GOYA BASKETBALL

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2025 GOYA BASKETBALL:

February 14-17, 2025

Kansas City, MO

 


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