St. Paul Greek Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2024-08-04
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St. Paul Greek Orthodox Church

General Information

  • Phone:
  • (440) 237-8998
  • Street Address:

  • 4548 Wallings Road

  • North Royalton, OH 44133-3121


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Services Schedule

WEEKDAY SERVICES

   8:30 AM   Orthros
   9:30 AM   Liturgy

 

SUNDAY SERVICES

   8:15 AM   Orthros
   9:30 AM   Liturgy

Sunday School begins immediately following Holy Communion September through May


Past Bulletins


Gospel and Epistle Readings

Epistle Reading

Prokeimenon. Plagal First Mode. Psalm 11.7,1.
You, O Lord, shall keep us and preserve us.
Verse: Save me, O Lord, for the godly man has failed.

The reading is from St. Paul's Letter to the Romans 12:6-14.

Brethren, having gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, let us use them: if prophecy, in proportion to our faith; if service, in our serving; he who teaches, in his teaching; he who exhorts, in his exhortation; he who contributes, in liberality; he who gives aid, with zeal; he who does acts of mercy, with cheerfulness. Let love be genuine; hate what is evil, hold fast to what is good; love one another with brotherly affection; outdo one another in showing honor. Never flag in zeal, be aglow with the Spirit, serve the Lord. Rejoice in your hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer. Contribute to the needs of the saints, practice hospitality. Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse them.


Gospel Reading

6th Sunday of Matthew
The Reading is from Matthew 9:1-8

At that time, getting into a boat Jesus crossed over and came to his own city. And behold, they brought to him a paralytic, lying on his bed; and when Jesus saw their faith he said to the paralytic, "Take heart, my son; your sins are forgiven." And behold, some of the scribes said to themselves, "This man is blaspheming." But Jesus, knowing their thoughts, said, "Why do you think evil in your hearts? For which is easier, to say 'Your sins are forgiven,' or to say 'Rise and walk?' But that you may know that the Son of man has authority on earth to forgive sins" he then said to the paralytic -- "Rise, take up your bed and go home." And he rose and went home. When the crowds saw it, they were afraid, and they glorified God, who had given such authority to men.


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Saints and Feasts

August 04

Seven Holy Youths of Ephesus

The Seven Youths hid themselves in a certain cave near Ephesus in the year 250, to escape the persecution of Decius. By divine grace, a sleep came upon them and they slept for 184 years, until the reign of Saint Theodosius the Younger, when the doctrine of the resurrection was being assailed by heretics. They then awoke, that is, were resurrected, confirming in the sight of all the bodily resurrection; and again after a short time, by divine command, they reposed in the Lord in the year 434.


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Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Plagal First Mode

Tόν συνάναρχον Λόγον Πατρί καί Πνεύματι, τόν εκ Παρθένου τεχθέντα εις σωτηρίαν ημών, ανημνήσωμεν πιστοί καί προσκυνήσωμεν· ότι ηυδόκησε σαρκί, ανελθείν εν τώ Σταυρώ καί θάνατον υπομείναι, καί εγείραι τούς τεθνεώτας, εν τή ενδόξω Αναστάσει αυτού.
Ton sinanarhon logon Patri ke Pnevmati, ton ek Parthenou tehthenta is sotiria imon, animnisomen pisti ke proskinisomen. Oti ivdokise sarki, anelthin en to Stavro ke thanaton ipomine, ke egire tous tethneotas, en ti endoxo Anastasi aftou.
Let us the faithful give praise and worship to the Logos, coeternal with the Father and the Spirit, born of the Virgin for our salvation; for of His own goodwill He consented to ascend the cross in the flesh and endured death and raised the dead by His glorious resurrection.

Seasonal Kontakion in the Grave Mode

You were transfigured upon the mount, O Christ our God, and Your disciples, in so far as they could bear, beheld Your glory. Thus, when they see You crucified, they may understand Your voluntary passion, and proclaim to the world that You are truly the effulgence of the Father.
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Welcome

This week’s Announcements

Welcome to all our guests.  We are glad you are here worshiping with us today!

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Mission Statement | St. Paul Greek Orthodox Church is a community that worships the Holy Trinity and lives out the gospel of Christ as Orthodox Christians.  We seek to do God’s will, while sharing the Faith and serving others as we pursue salvation in Christ. 
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Holy Communion in the Orthodox Church is only offered to Orthodox Christians who have prepared themselves through the disciplines of our faith. Speak to Fr. Costas for further details.

 

  1. Today ~ Parish Council & Ushers ~ Team 2 | Altar Boys ~ Team 1 | Greeters ~ Team 1
  2. Today ~ MNYMOSINA: 1 year for Gust Poulos [for Dorothy Poulos] | 5 years for Mike Sfekas | 45 years for Tula Sfekas
  3. Today ~ Coffee Social is being hosted by the Poulos family and Philoptochos in honor of Betty Savas’ 100th birthday. 
  4. Today ~ Leftover festival items will be available for sale during coffee social.
  5. Monday ~ 7:00 PM Great Vespers for Holy Transfiguration.
  6. Tuesday ~ Holy Transfiguration | 8:30 AM Orthros; 9:30 AM Liturgy.
  7. Tuesday ~ 6:30 PM Home Committee meeting.
  8. Wednesday ~ 7:00 PM Small Paraklesis.
  9. Thursday ~ 7:00 PM Great Paraklesis.
  10. Friday ~ 10:00 AM Small Paraklesis.
  11. Prayer Chain ~ If you have a prayer request, send email to: [email protected].  
  12. The kiosk in the Narthex is available for your assistance. If you have any questions, see an usher. 

Upcoming Events in Our Parish and Beyond

  1. Next Sunday ~ Parish Council & Ushers ~ Team 3 | Altar Boys ~ Team 2 | Greeters ~ Team 2
  2. Next Sunday ~ Orthros John 20:1-10 | Epistle Reading Romans 15:1-7 | Gospel Matthew 9:27-35
  3. Next Sunday ~ MNYMOSINO: Artie Sevastis
  4. August 12 ~ 7:00 PM Parish Council monthly meeting.
  5. August 13 ~ 7:00 PM Small Paraklesis.
  6. August 14 ~ 7:00 PM Great Vespers for Dormition of the Theotokos at St Paul.
  7. August 15 ~ Falling Asleep of the Theotokos | 8:30 AM Orthros; 9:30 AM Liturgy followed by luncheon hosted by our Philoptochos.
  8. August 18 ~ Backpack Blessing for all students following Liturgy.
  9. August 20 ~ 11:30 AM Agape Ovens meal pick up for those with special circumstances.  Contact Tessie Lekas or Mary Bozikis Olenik for details.
  10. August 21 ~ 6:30 PM Stewardship meeting.
  11. August 22 ~ 12:30 PM Senior OPA lunch at Papou’s Tap & Grille in Aurora with Sts Constantine & Helen Seniors group.  Car pool available from St Paul parking lot. RSVP to Maria Regan or Diana Steffas.
  12. September 7 ~ 10:00 AM Pet Blessing at the soccer field behind church.
  13. September 8 ~ Philoptochos collects school supplies for students of John Muir Elementary School in Parma.  Donations ay be brought to the school bus in the church parking lot.
  14. September 14 ~ Elevation of the Cross | 8:30 AM Orthros; 9:30 AM Liturgy.
  15. September 14 ~ 11:00 AM Altar Boy Seminar for boys in grades 3 – 12.  RSVP to [email protected].
  16. September 20 – 24 ~ Metropolis Family Camp at Camp Nazareth “Growing in Gratitude.” Open to families of all sizes and ages.  Learn more at https://y2am.pittsburgh.goarch.org/family-camp.
  17. September 29 ~ 2:00 PM Dr. John and Helen Collis Lecture The Art of Antiquity: Objects and Their Biographies from the Athenian Agora” at the Case Western Reserve University Tinkham Veale Center in Cleveland. FREE; ticket required.
  18. NEW Healthcare Ministry ~ Healthcare workers (i.e., doctors, nurses, EMT workers, etc.) are invited to be a part of this new ministry.  Learn more… https://tinyurl.com/HealthcareMinistry.

 

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Flyers

    2024 Stewardship

    2024 Stewardship

    For your convenience, you can complete your 2024 Estimate of Giving Card and/or make a donation by clicking the link or scanning QR code on this flyer.


    NEW Healthcare Ministry

    NEW Healthcare Ministry

    Healthcare workers (i.e., doctors, nurses, EMT workers, etc.) are invited to be a part of this new ministry. Learn more… https://tinyurl.com/HealthcareMinistry.


    TODAY

    TODAY

    Leftover Festival items available for sale during coffee social.


    August 15, 2024

    August 15, 2024

    Dormtion of the Theotokos Luncheon following Liturgy


    August 18, 2024

    August 18, 2024

    Blessing for students returning to school following Liturgy


    August 20, 2024

    August 20, 2024

    Agape Ovens provides meal for those with special circumstances


    August 22, 2024

    August 22, 2024

    Senior OPA Luncheon at Papous Tap & Grille


    September 8, 2024

    September 8, 2024

    Help Philoptochos Stuff the Bus


    September 19, 2024

    September 19, 2024

    Endowment Wine & Cheese Event


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