Gospel and Epistle Readings

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.

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.

Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the First Mode

Τού λίθου σφραγισθέντος υπό τών Ιουδαίων, καί στρατιωτών φυλλασόντων, τό άχραντόν Σου σώμα, ανέστης τριήμερος Σωτήρ, δωρούμενος τώ κόσμω τήν ζωήν. Διά τούτο αι Δυνάμεις τών ουρανών εβόων σοι Ζωοδότα· δόξα τή Αναστάσει σου Χριστέ, δόξα τή βασιλεία σου, δόξα τή οικονομία σου μόνε Φιλάνθρωπε.

Τu lithou sfragisthentos ipo ton Ioudeon, ke stratioton filasonton to ahranton sou soma, anestis triemeros Sotir, doroumenos to kosmo tin zoin. Dia touto e dinamis ton ouranon evon si Zoodota, doxa ti Anastasi sou Hriste, doxa ti vasilia sou, doxa ti ikonomia sou mone Filanthrope.

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!

Apolytikion of Great Martyr Nestor in the Fourth Tone

Hymn of Church in the First Mode

Seasonal Kontakion in the Second Mode

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.

Today ~ Parish Council & Ushers ~ Team 2 | Altar Boys ~ Team 3 | Greeters ~ Team 1
Today ~ MNYMOSINO: 6 years for Dr. Peter Economou | for Cal Economou, Gregory and Theodora Economou, Athanasios and Maria Kamakari, and Joanna Prekete.
Today ~ Adult Catechism with Elaine Poulos immediately following Holy Communion.
Today ~ Choir will host an Artoklasia followed by a coffee social in honor of “Music Appreciation Sunday”.
Today ~ 1^st in the series of three Stewardship Speakers.
Today ~ 3:00 PM Little Angels and HOPE | JOY Trunk or Treat. Wear your costume and decorate your trunk! RSVP https://tinyurl.com/stpaul-trunkortreat.
Today ~ 3:00 PM North Royalton Community meal hosted by Philoptochos. Contact chairperson Kathryn Tripodis if you are able to assist.
Today ~ 4:00 PM GOYA Bonfire at the Popadiuk home.
Monday ~ 5:30 PM Greek School.
Tuesday ~ 6:30 PM Usher Training with Homeland Security for all Parish Council Members and volunteers serving as ushers or greeters. RSVP to [email protected].
Wednesday ~ 4:00 PM Women’s Study with Elaine Poulos via Teams https://tinyurl.com/WomenStudySTP.
Wednesday ~ 5:30 PM beginner Adult Greek School followed by intermediate class at 6:30 PM.
Wednesday ~ 7:00 PM Family Ministry meeting via Teams.
Thursday ~ 7:00 PM Bible Study with Fr. Costas via Teams https://tinyurl.com/BibleStudySTP.
Saturday ~ 11:00 AM Book Signing & Meet and Greet Brunch Buffet with author Yvette Manessis Corporon at Sts. Constantine & Helen Cleveland Hts. Hosted by HPS For more info and to purchase tickets, visit https://hpsneo.org/author-event-with-yvette-manessis-corporon/.
Parish Council Elections ~ The Nomination Committee comprised of Jim Economou, Thalia Marakas and Irene Pontikos are asking parishioners to consider offering a year or more to serve on the St Paul Parish Council. Please see them today during the coffee social.
Prayer Chain ~ If you have a prayer request, send email to: [email protected].
Stewardship ~ if you have fallen arears in your contribution over the summer months, please send your commitment to the office as we begin a New Ecclesiastical Year with all the ministries.

Upcoming Events in Our Parish and Beyond

Next Sunday ~ Parish Council & Ushers ~ Team 3 | Altar Boys ~ Team 1 | Greeters ~ Team 2
Next Sunday ~ Orthros John 20:19-31 | | Epistle Reading Galatians 1:11-19 | Gospel Luke 10:25-37
Next Sunday ~ YOUTH SUNDAY. We welcome our youth to serve the community in different ways. Sign up at https://tinyurl.com/stpaulyouthsunday. Coffee Social also hosted by our youth.
Next Sunday ~2^nd in the series of three Stewardship Speakers.
Next Sunday ~ Dance Practice for all groups following Sunday School.
Next Sunday ~ 12:00 PM Greek Corner meets in back classroom.
November 4 ~ 6:30 PM St Herman's Annual Fundraiser held at St. Vladimir Ukrainian Church in Parma is a panel discussion on the growing number of young adults who are homeless. Admission is $30. For more information or to register, visit https://tinyurl.com/NovEvent24.
November 5 ~ 6:30 PM Home Committee meeting.
November 8 ~ feast of Synaxis of Archangel Michael and St Nektarios | 8:30 AM Orthros; 9:30 AM Liturgy.
November 9 ~ Ordination of Antastasis (Soci) Phyrillas to the Diaconate in his home parish of at Sts. Constantine & Helen Reading PA | 8:30 AM Orthros; 9:30 AM Liturgy & luncheon.
November 10 ~ Veterans invited to solea following Liturgy. Coffee Social hosted by Philoptochos.
November 10 ~ GOYA meeting following Sunday School
November 10 ~ Dance practice for beginner level only following Sunday School.
November 12 ~ 6:30 PM Philoptochos meeting.
November 12 ~ 7:00 PM GOYA basketball practice at North Royalton High School Auxiliary Gym.