Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2024-09-22
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Gospel and Epistle Readings
Hymns of the Day
Wisdom of the Fathers
Saints and Feasts
Ecumenical Patriarchate News
Archdiocese News
Assembly of Bishops News

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Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church

General Information

  • Phone:
  • (201) 652-4774 for emergencies: 201 870 2676
  • Fax:
  • (201) 652-0789
  • Street Address:

  • 467 Grandview Avenue

  • Wyckoff, NJ 07481

Contact Information

Reverend Basil C. Gikas
Pastor

[email protected] | 201 652 4774 ext. 12

Ms. Rula Thasites
Administrator

[email protected] | 201 652 4774 ext. 10

Services Schedule

 

Sundays in the fall, winter & spring:

Matins: 9 a.m. &  Divine Liturgy 10a.m. except during the summer

 

Summer hours for Sundays in July and August:

Matins: 8:30a.m.  & Divine Liturgy 9:30a.m.

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WEEKLY BULLETIN

TODAY CONCLUDES our 2024 Greek FESTIVAL!  Noon – 7pm

 

We are grateful to THE 200+ VOLUNTEERS in parish (vips),

our “fab” committee, our sponsors, donors, stewards and vendors!  

All glory to God!

 

Today is also Orthodox Youth & Young Adult Sunday 

https://www.assemblyofbishops.org/news/2024/oyyas-2024

 

Saint Phocas the Gardener & Martyr

Phocas the Gardener cultivated with great diligence the small garden he maintained and lived on the meager income he received from the sale of goods. He practiced frugality and self-sufficiency in his life so that he could help his poor fellow human beings, and at the same time, he studied the Bible to know the Word of God and to be spiritually fortified.|
Phocas described his soul as a spiritual garden and tried to cultivate it constantly so that it would not be filled with spiritual thorns. He tried to do the same with the Christians who came to him for spiritual counseling as he became widely known for his holiness. It is testified that through humility and prayer he converted even unbelievers to the true teaching of Christ.
Out of envy for all his spiritual activity, Saint Phocas was denounced and sentenced to death by beheading, which he endured with faith and courage.
Source: Church of Cyprus /https://orthodoxtimes.com/memory-of-martyr-phocas-the-gardener/

WELCOME!  If you are a visitor or a guest, please let us know

by completing a welcome card.

Please join us next door for the fellowship hour. We are happy to have you with us!

 

Be Mindful of Church Etiquette:   The Orthodox worship services consist of reverent moments where your movement in the Nave will be suspended or minimized.  At certain moments in the worship service, you may be asked by an Usher to wait to be seated.  Patience is a valued virtue.

 

The call for Holy Communion (Eucharist) is the highest point of the Divine Liturgy.  Please comply with the ushers’ instructions. Wait until ushers direct you out of the pews.  “All things are done in proper order.” – St. Paul

 

we are in Summer service hours: on Sundays - Orthros begins at 8:30am & Divine Liturgy at 9:30a.m.  note that for morning Weekday services & Saturdays the start times are: Orthros 9a.m. & Divine Liturgy 10a.m.        *we resume regular fall/winter/spring worship start times on sunday october 6*.

 

Memorial: A 40 day memorial for Eleni Goulas, beloved spouse of Konstantino Goulas. Adored mother to Aspacia and her husband Theofanis and Harry. Much-loved yiayia of Alexandra, John and Konstantine and great grandmother of Theodora, Konstantine and Aspacia Samantha. Beloved sister and aunt to many dear family members.        May her memory be eternal.

 

40 Day Mother and Infant Blessing: Today we welcome into our church the Pirrmann family for the traditional infant (Logan Henry) and motherhood (Melissa) blessing. Congratulations!

 

Orthros  8:30 A.M. *

Divine Liturgy 9:30 A.M. *

Epistle:  I Corinthians 16:13-24 (pg. 1320)

Gospel:    Luke 5:1-11  (pg. 1207)
     

 

 

 

National Church Musicians Sunday: On Sunday, October 6 we will honor our choir members and cantors with an Artoclasia and we will remember choir members/musicians who have fallen asleep in the Lord with a Trisagion service.

 

Feast-Day of Saint John the Theologian: The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint John the Theologian at 353 East Clinton Avenue, Tenafly, NJ invites all of us to its patron saint’s feast day celebrations: Hierarchical Great Vespers at 6pm this Wednesday night, September 25th and Hierarchal Orthros & Divine Liturgy on Thursday 9/26 beginning at 9am. His Eminence Metropolitan Apostolos will preside at both services. A reception will follow each service. Call 201-567-5072 for details.

 

Scripture Talk Bible Study Ministry: Scripture Talk is a virtual/remote Bible study with a different Orthodox priest participating in the weekly discussion. Held every Tuesday, 7-8pm EST, on Zoom. Currently discussing the Gospel of Matthew. Visit www.ScriptureUnveiled.com for the Zoom meeting information. All who seek are welcome, no commitment needed, and participants are free to simply listen or to participate.

 

Center for Food Action Always Needs: Supermarket Gift Cards, Peanut Butter & Jelly, Mac & Cheese, Canned Meat, Tuna & Beans, White & Brown Rice, Pasta & Spaghetti Sauce, Hearty Soups/Low Sodium Soups, Canned Fruit & Vegetables, Low Sugar Cereal, 100% Juice, Coffee, Diapers-sizes 2, 3, & 4, Infant Formula & Baby Food, Ensure or Similar Nutritional Drink, Dental Hygiene Products and Toilet paper. A collection basket is placed under the community bulletin board. Thank you for your support!

 

Religious Education: Religious Education classes will begin on Sunday, October 6th after Holy Communion is distributed. Ice Cream social after class concludes on that day too! To register, contact Demi Thomas at [email protected]

 

Pastor’s Wish List: Fr. Bill seeks talented, Christ centered and child friendly instructors for our Religious Education Program!   Teaching is learning.   No experience necessary! A Background Check and Youth Worker On Line Training are required.   Children are the present of our Church!Contact Demi Thomas at [email protected] (Demi is very nice!) Or Fr Bill Gikas (HE remains young at heart) at [email protected]   We seek instructors for the younger grades: Genesis and we need assistance with kindergarten and 2nd grade.

 

*Regular Worship Schedule: Our Fall/Winter/Spring REGULAR schedule of worship services will resume on Sunday, October 6th.     Orthros will begin at 9:00am and Divine Liturgy at 10:00am. 

 

AHEPA News: Save the Date-October 26th: Come join us for a fun time AHEPA Ramapo Chapter #453 50th Gala Celebration. The October 26th, 2024, celebration will include catered food, music and dancing provided by Pelagos Entertainment. Excellent Live Band with 2 singers plus DJ. Greek and American music playlist. Where? Our own St. Nicholas Fellowship Hall!  Bring family and friends and reserve your table. Let’s fill our hall for a great party. More information to follow soon. RSVP to: Contact: Charles Pflager, [email protected]  551-486-5807 or
John Tsadilas, [email protected], 201-707-2657 and or Paul Goulet, [email protected] 201-704-2018.

 

MODERN CONVERSATIONAL GREEK CLASSES for ADULTS COMING HERE THIS FALL!    
To inquire contact Eliana or Evva at [email protected]

 

YOUNG SCHOLARS ACADEMY (YSA) is offering Greek Culture for preschoolers this fall! YSA has instructors fluent in Modern Greek! Contact Teri Limperopulos at (201) 652-4972 or [email protected]

 

Save the Date: Annual Ladies Conference on Saturday, November 2nd.   More info to follow!

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Gospel and Epistle Readings

Matins Gospel Reading

Second Orthros Gospel
The Reading is from Mark 16:1-8

When the Sabbath was past, Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James and Salome, bought spices, so that they might go and anoint Jesus. And very early on the first day of the week they went to the tomb when the sun had risen. And they were saying to one another, "Who will roll away the stone for us from the door of the tomb?" And looking up, they saw that the stone was rolled back - it was very large. And entering the tomb, they saw a young man sitting on the right side, dressed in a white robe; and they were amazed. And he said to them, "Do not be amazed; you seek Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified. He has risen, He is not here; see the place where they laid Him. But go, tell His disciples and Peter that He is going before you to Galilee; there you will see Him, as He told you." And they went out and fled from the tomb, for trembling and astonishment had come upon them; and they said nothing to anyone, for they were afraid.

Epistle Reading

Prokeimenon. Fourth Mode. Psalm 103.24,1.
O Lord, how manifold are your works. You have made all things in wisdom.
Verse: Bless the Lord, O my soul.

The reading is from St. Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians 16:13-24.

Brethren, be watchful, stand firm in your faith, be courageous, be strong. Let all that you do be done in love. Now, brethren, you know that the household of Stephanas were the first converts in Achaia, and they have devoted themselves to the service of the saints; I urge you to be subject to such men and to every fellow worker and laborer. I rejoice at the coming of Stephanas and Fortunatus and Achaicos, because they have made up for your absence; for they refreshed my spirit as well as yours. Give recognition to such men. The churches of Asia send greetings. Aquila and Prisca, together with the church in their house, send you hearty greetings in the Lord. All the brethren send greetings. Greet one another with a holy kiss. I, Paul, write this greeting with my own hand. If any one has no love for the Lord, let him be accursed. Our Lord, come! The grace of the Lord Jesus be with you. My love be with you all in Christ Jesus. Amen.

Gospel Reading

1st Sunday of Luke
The Reading is from Luke 5:1-11

At that time, as Jesus was standing by the lake of Gennesaret, he saw two boats by the lake; but the fishermen had gone out of them and were washing their nets. Getting into one of the boats, which was Simon's, he asked him to put out a little from the land. And he sat down and taught the people from the boat. And when he had ceased speaking, he said to Simon, "Put out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch." And Simon answered, "Master, we toiled all night and took nothing! But at your word I will let down the nets." And when they had done this, they enclosed a great shoal of fish; and as their nets were breaking, they beckoned to their partners in the other boat to come and help them. And they came and filled both the boats, so that they began to sink. But when Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus' knees, saying, "Depart from me, for I am a sinful man, O Lord." For he was astonished, and all who were with him, at the catch of fish which they had taken; and so also were James and John, sons of Zebedee, who were partners with Simon. And Jesus said to Simon, "Do not be afraid; henceforth you will be catching men." And when they had brought their boats to land, they left everything and followed him.

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Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Fourth Mode

Having learned the joyful proclamation of the Resurrection from the Angel, and having cast off the ancestral condemnation, the women disciples of the Lord spake to the Apostles exultantly: Death is despoiled and Christ God is risen, granting great mercy to the world.

Apolytikion for Hieromartyr Phocas in the Fourth Mode

As a sharer of the ways and a successor to the throne of the Apostles, O inspired of God, thou foundest discipline to be a means of ascent to divine vision. Wherefore, having rightly divided the word of truth, thou didst also contest for the Faith even unto blood, O Hieromartyr Phocas. Intercede with Christ our God that our souls be saved.

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.

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  • Resurrectional Apolytikion in Fourth Tone © Holy Transfiguration Monastery
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  • Seasonal Kontakion in the Second Tone © Holy Transfiguration Monastery
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    Wisdom of the Fathers

    For now they were well instructed beforehand...But mark both their faith and their obedience. For though they were in the midst of their work when they heard His command, they delayed not, they procrastinated not, they said not, "let us return home, and converse with our kinsfolk," but "they forsook all and followed."
    St. John Chrysostom
    Homily 14 on Matthew 4, 4th Century

    Because such is the obedience which Christ seeks of us, as that we delay not even a moment of time, though something absolutely most needful should vehemently press on us.
    St. John Chrysostom
    Homily 14 on Matthew 4, 4th Century

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    Saints and Feasts

    September 22

    1st Sunday of Luke

    September 22

    Phocas the Martyr, Bishop of Sinope

    This saint was known for the many miracles he worked and for his apostolic zeal in shepherding the flock of Sinope. He contested for the Faith during the reign of the Emperor Trajan, in the year 102, when he was burned to death in a bath-house. A homily in his honour was composed by Saint John Chrysostom. The translation of his holy relics is celebrated on July 23.

    September 22

    Phocas the Gardener

    September 22

    Martyrs Isaac, Martin, and the 26 Monk-martyrs of Zographou Monastery

    September 23

    The Conception of St. John the Baptist

    This came to pass fifteen months before the birth of Christ, after the vision of the Angel that Zacharias, the father of the Forerunner, saw in the Temple while he executed the priest's office in the order of his course during the feast of the Tabernacles, as tradition bears witness. In this vision, the Archangel Gabriel appeared to Zacharias and said to him, "Thy prayer is heard; and thy wife Elizabeth shall bear thee a son, and thou shalt call his name John" (Luke 1:13). Knowing that Elizabeth was barren, and that both he and she were elderly, Zacharias did not believe what the Angel told him, although he had before him the example of Abraham and Sarah, of Hannah, mother of the Prophet Samuel, and of other barren women in Israel who gave birth by the power of God. Hence, he was condemned by the Archangel to remain speechless until the fulfilment of these words in their season, which also came to pass (Luke 1:7-24).

    September 23

    The Conception of St. John the Baptist

    This came to pass fifteen months before the birth of Christ, after the vision of the Angel that Zacharias, the father of the Forerunner, saw in the Temple while he executed the priest's office in the order of his course during the feast of the Tabernacles, as tradition bears witness. In this vision, the Archangel Gabriel appeared to Zacharias and said to him, "Thy prayer is heard; and thy wife Elizabeth shall bear thee a son, and thou shalt call his name John" (Luke 1:13). Knowing that Elizabeth was barren, and that both he and she were elderly, Zacharias did not believe what the Angel told him, although he had before him the example of Abraham and Sarah, of Hannah, mother of the Prophet Samuel, and of other barren women in Israel who gave birth by the power of God. Hence, he was condemned by the Archangel to remain speechless until the fulfilment of these words in their season, which also came to pass (Luke 1:7-24).

    September 23

    Xanthippe & Polyxene the Righteous

    September 23

    John the New Martyr of Epiros

    September 23

    Nicholas the New Martyr

    September 24

    The Commemoration of the Miracle of the Theotokos Myrtidiotissis in Kythyra

    September 25

    Euphrosyne of Alexandria

    Our righteous Mother Euphrosyne, who lived during the reign of Saint Theodosius the Younger (408-450), was the daughter of Paphnutius of Egypt. Forsaking her father and his wealth, she renamed herself Smaragdus, and pretending to be a eunuch of the imperial palace, she dressed herself as a man and entered a monastery of men where her identity remained unknown until her repose thirty-eight years later.

    September 26

    The Falling Asleep of St. John the Evangelist and Theologian

    This Apostle was from Bethsaida of Galilee, and was the son of Zebedee and Salome, and the brother of James the elder. First a fisherman by trade, he became an Apostle and the beloved Disciple of Christ. Only he of all the Disciples followed Him even to the Cross, and was entrusted with the care of our Saviour's Mother, as it were another son to her, and a brother of Christ the Teacher. After this, he preached throughout Asia Minor, especially in Ephesus. When the second persecution against the Christians began in the year 96 during the reign of Domitian, he was taken in bonds to Rome, and there was cast into a vat filled to the brim with boiling oil. Coming forth therefrom unharmed, he was exiled to the island of Patmos, where he wrote the Book of Revelation. Returning again to Ephesus after the death of the tyrant, he wrote his Gospel (after the other Evangelists had already written theirs) and his three Catholic Epistles. In all, he lived ninety-five years and fell asleep in the Lord during the reign of Trajan in the year 100. He was called Theologian because he loftily expounded in his Gospel the theology of the inexpressible and eternal birth of the Son and Word of God the Father. It is for this cause that an eagle-a symbol of the Holy Spirit, as Saint Irenaeus says-is depicted in his icon, for this was one of the four symbolic living creatures that the Prophet Ezekiel saw (Ezek. 1:10).

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    Ecumenical Patriarchate News

    Patriarchal Message for the Feast of Indiction and the New Ecclesiastical Year

    08/28/2024

    https://www.goarch.org/-/patriarchal-message-for-the-feast-of-indiction-and-the-new-ecclesiastical-year?redirect=%2Fnews%2Fpatriarchate%2F-%2Fasset_publisher%2FonfmMyWps1Ww%2Frss%3F_101_INSTANCE_onfmMyWps1Ww_currentURL%3D%252Fnews%252Fpatriarchate%26_101_INSTANCE_onfmMyWps1Ww_currentURL%3D%252Fnews%252Fpatriarchate%26_101_INSTANCE_onfmMyWps1Ww_currentURL%3D%252Fnews%252Fpatriarchate%26_101_INSTANCE_onfmMyWps1Ww_portletAjaxable%3D1%26_101_INSTANCE_onfmMyWps1Ww_portletAjaxable%3D1%26_101_INSTANCE_onfmMyWps1Ww_portletAjaxable%3D1

    Thirty-five whole years have lapsed since the Holy and Sacred Synod of the Ecumenical Patriarchate established September 1st, the Feast of the Indiction and opening of the ecclesiastical year, as a Day of Prayers for the Protection of the Natural Environment. This blessed initiative had a great resonance and borne bountiful fruit. The multidimensional ecological activities of the Holy Great Church of Christ today center around the phenomenon of climate change—or rather, the climate crisis—which has caused a “planetary state of emergency.”


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    Archdiocese News

    Department of Religious Education's Did You Know: The Second Coming

    09/20/2024

    https://www.goarch.org/-/dyk-9-20-24?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 we await the Second Coming for everything to be revealed about the afterlife?


    Department of Religious Education's Sunday Sermon Series: First Sunday of Luke, September 22

    09/20/2024

    https://www.goarch.org/-/sss-9-22-24?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

    This week, find insights from the Department of Religious Education (DRE) about the upcoming Gospel reading, where we learn about the Apostles becoming fishers of people. Is the Church a boat? How are people fish? And what does it mean to obey and trust Christ even when we do not understand?


    Archbishop Elpidophoros Delivers Lecture at the Catholic University of America

    09/19/2024

    https://www.goarch.org/-/he-cua?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 September 19, 2024, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America delivered a public lecture at Catholic University of America (CUA) on "The Council of Nicaea: Challenges and Opportunities for the Church Today."


    The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America Announces Beneficiary Distribution Priorities for Greek Fire Relief Fund

    09/19/2024

    https://www.goarch.org/-/fires-distribution?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 Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, under the leadership of His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros, announces the beneficiary distribution priorities for the Greek Fire Relief Fund. The priorities come after assessing the unmet needs of individuals and institutions that have been impacted by the fires this past summer.


    Orthodox Christian Studies Center of Fordham University Announces 2024 Economos Orthodoxy in America Lecture

    09/19/2024

    https://www.goarch.org/-/economos-lecture-24?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 Orthodox Christian Studies Center of Fordham University requests the honor of your presence at the 2024 Economos Orthodoxy in America Lecture: “Building an Alliance of Grace: The Work of Ecumenism in an Age of Anxiety” presented by Joseph M. McShane, S.J., President Emeritus of Fordham University.


    Huffington Ecumenical Institute and Pappas Patristic Institute Present Douglas E. Christie's "Night in the Desert: An Ancient Monastic Ecology of Darkness"

    09/19/2024

    https://www.goarch.org/-/night-desert?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 hesychia of the night is enough for us if our thoughts are wakeful towards God.” This saying from the Apophthegmata Patrum suggests the importance of the night in early Christian monastic experience. This talk will consider the meaning of night in the desert as early Christian monks lived and imagined it.


    “In the Name of Humanity” Conversation at the Maliotis Cultural Center

    09/19/2024

    https://www.goarch.org/-/name-humanity?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 American School of Classical Studies at Athens is proud to present “In the Name of Humanity,” an enlightening conversation based on the exhibition that was on display at the American School’s Athens campus and will be coming at the Maliotis Cultural Center in January 2025. The event highlights a monumental humanitarian effort: the American relief aid extended to Greece from 1918 to 1929.


    Archon Perry Siatis Appointed Archon Regional Commander for the Metropolis of Chicago, Joining Archons Manos and Pablecas

    09/19/2024

    https://www.goarch.org/-/perry-siatis?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

    With the blessings of His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America and in consultation with His Eminence Metropolitan Nathanael of Chicago, Dr. Anthony J. Limberakis, National Commander of the Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate, has appointed Pericles C. (Perry) Siatis, Esq. Regional Commander for the Metropolis of Chicago, joining Regional Commanders John G. Manos and Gus M. Pablecas.


    20 Years of YES North America Conference to Take Place November 8-10

    09/19/2024

    https://www.goarch.org/-/20-years-of-yes-north-america-conference-to-take-place-november-8-10?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

    From November 8-10, FOCUS North America will present a conference celebrating the 20th anniversary of their YES (Youth Equipped to Serve) program.


    Saint Basil Academy Hosts 2024 Walk-A-Thon Saturday, September 21

    09/19/2024

    https://www.goarch.org/-/saint-basil-academy-hosts-2024-walk-a-thon-saturday-september-21?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

    Please join Saint Basil Academy on Saturday, September 21 from 11am-2pm for the 2024 Saint Basil Walk-a-Thon!


    Archbishop Elpidophoros Offers Agiasmos Services to Bless New School Year

    09/18/2024

    https://www.goarch.org/-/he-agiasmos?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

    Today, September 18, 2024, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America visited three New York City parishes to offer the Agiasmos Service, or Blessing of Holy Water, for the beginning of their day schools’ academic years: the Archdiocesan Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in Manhattan; the Church of Zoodohos Peghe in Bronx, NY; and the Greek Orthodox Shrine Church of St. Nicholas in Flushing, NY.


    FREEDOM Ministry Director Fr. Peter Spiro Conducts Human Trafficking Awareness and Mitigation Conference in Nassau, Bahamas

    09/18/2024

    https://www.goarch.org/-/freedom-ministry-director-fr.-peter-spiro-conducts-human-trafficking-awareness-and-mitigation-conference-in-nassau-bahamas?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 FREEDOM Ministry’s Director, Rev. Protopresbyter Dr. Peter Spiro conducted a Human Trafficking Awareness and Mitigation Conference in Nassau, Bahamas from September 13-15. Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church in Nassau coordinated and hosted the 3 day conference in efforts to learn about Human Trafficking and to develop the Orthodox Church’s presence in the arena to combat human trafficking within the Bahamas. 


    Archbishop’s Nameday Gala Returns on November 17 to Support Youth Summer Camp Scholarship Fund

    09/18/2024

    https://www.goarch.org/-/he-nameday-24?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 re-established Archbishop’s Nameday Gala, honoring His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America, will take place on November 17 at Terrace on the Park in Queens, New York.


    Archbishop Elpidophoros Welcomes President of the Archdiocesan Presbyters Council Fr. Peter Orfanakos to the Archdiocese

    09/17/2024

    https://www.goarch.org/-/archbishop-elpidophoros-welcomes-president-of-the-archdiocesan-presbyters-council-fr.-peter-orfanakos-to-the-archdiocese?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

    Today, September 17, 2024 His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America welcomed Fr. Peter Orfanakos to the Archdiocese headquarters. Fr. Orfanakos was recently elected as the President of the Archdiocesan Presbyters Council.


    Archbishop Elpidophoros Welcomes Lieutenant Commander HCG Charalambos Angelopoulos to Archdiocese

    09/17/2024

    https://www.goarch.org/-/archbishop-elpidophoros-welcomes-lieutenant-commander-hcg-charalambos-angelopoulos-to-archdiocese?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

    Lieutenant Commander HCG Charalambos Angelopoulos was warmly welcomed by His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America at the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America headquarters today, September 17, 2024, for an introductory meeting.


    GOARCH Joins Annual Prayer Service for Children during UN High-Level Week

    09/17/2024

    https://www.goarch.org/-/un-children-prayer?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 Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America is pleased to announce that it will join World Vision and other religious organizations and NGOs during the Annual Prayer Service for Children on the margins of the United Nations General Assembly.


    His Eminence Approves All Resolutions and Bylaws from the National Philoptochos Convention

    09/17/2024

    https://www.goarch.org/-/philoptochos-approval?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 National Philoptochos Ladies Society is delighted to announce that His Eminence has officially reviewed and approved all resolutions and bylaws passed by their delegates at the 2024 National Philoptochos Convention in San Diego, California.


    FOCUS North America Designates Two New Centers

    09/17/2024

    https://www.goarch.org/-/focus-new-centers?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

    At a special meeting of the Board of Directors of FOCUS North America on Monday, September 9, 2023, the Board unanimously designated two new Centers: FOCUS Los Angeles and FOCUS Phoenix. 


    Center for Family Care Advocates for Accessible Liturgy Translation

    09/17/2024

    https://www.goarch.org/-/accessible-liturgy?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

    In honor of Deaf Awareness Month, the Center for Family Care is highlighting the Accessible Liturgy Project, on which they are collaborating with the Assembly of Canonical Bishops of the United States. The Accessible Liturgy Project seeks to create an official translation of the Divine Liturgy into American Sign Language.


    Archbishop Elpidophoros of America Welcomes Consul General of Greece in New York to Archdiocese

    09/17/2024

    https://www.goarch.org/-/archbishop-elpidophoros-of-america-welcomes-consul-general-of-greece-in-new-york-to-archdiocese?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

    Today, September 16, 2024, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America welcomed the new Consul General of Greece in New York, Iphigenia Kanara, to the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America and offered her many blessings as she begins her new position.


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    Assembly of Bishops News

    Orthodox Youth & Young Adult Sunday

    09/17/2024

    https://www.assemblyofbishops.org/news/2024/oyyas-2024

    Assembly of Bishops Announces Special Events in Atlanta on September 28th and 29th

    09/11/2024

    https://www.assemblyofbishops.org/news/2024/aobxiii-eventsannouncement
    The Assembly of Bishops invites you to join them in Atlanta, Georgia from September 28-29, 2024, for the 13th annual Assembly of Bishops Meeting (AoB XIII). This special weekend will be filled with prayer, fellowship, and cultural performances showcasing the rich heritage of the Orthodox Christian faith.

    Statement on Ukrainian Law 3894 and a Call for Peace

    09/16/2024

    https://www.assemblyofbishops.org/news/2024/uk-law-3894-peace
    The Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of the United States of America has followed with grave concern and profound sorrow the ongoing invasion of Ukraine by the Russian Federation as well as the ecclesiastical challenges in the country. While recognizing the legitimate right of governments to prevent all security threats during a time of war, the Assembly is deeply concerned with the adoption by the Ukrainian parliament of Bill 8371 (Law 3894).
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