St. Paul Greek Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2025-09-07
Bulletin Contents
Gospel and Epistle Readings
Saints and Feasts
Hymns of the Day
Welcome
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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

Contact Information

Protopresbyter Fr Costas P Keares


[email protected] | 440.669.1316
Youth Director | Pastoral Assistant Anastasis (Soci) Phyrillas


[email protected] | 610.410.1030
Office Manager Elaine Nackowiz


[email protected] | 440.237.8998

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 Second Mode. Psalm 27.9,1.
O Lord, save your people and bless your inheritance.
Verse: To you, O Lord, I have cried, O my God.

The reading is from St. Paul's Letter to the Galatians 6:11-18.

Brethren, see with what large letters I am writing to you with my own hand. It is those who want to make a good showing in the flesh that would compel you to be circumcised, and only in order that they may not be persecuted for the cross of Christ. For even those who receive circumcision do not themselves keep the law, but they desire to have you circumcised that they may glory in your flesh. But far be it from me to glory except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world. For neither circumcision counts for anything, nor uncircumcision, but a new creation. Peace and mercy be upon all who walk by this rule, upon the Israel of God. Henceforth let no man trouble me; for I bear on my body the marks of Jesus. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit, brethren. Amen.

Gospel Reading

Sunday before Holy Cross
The Reading is from John 3:13-17

The Lord said, "No one has ascended into heaven but he who descended from heaven, the Son of man who is in heaven. And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, so must the Son of man be lifted up, that whoever believes in him may have eternal life.

"For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. For God sent the Son into the world, not to condemn the world, but that the world might be saved through him."

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Saints and Feasts

September 07

Sozon the Martyr

This holy Martyr was a shepherd in Lycaonia. Born a pagan, named Tarasius, he received holy Baptism and was renamed Sozon. Filled with zeal for the truth, he taught his countrymen to desist from the worship of idols. Once he entered the temple of Artemis in Pompeiopolis of Cilicia, cut off the golden hand of the idol, and breaking it in pieces, distributed it among the poor. When he saw that many were being unjustly punished for the theft, of his own accord he gave himself up to Maximian the Governor. He was beaten with rods until his bones were broken. According to some, he suffered martyrdom in 288; according to others, in 304.

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Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Fourth Mode

Τό φαιδρόν τής Αναστάσεως κήρυγμα, εκ τού Αγγέλου μαθούσαι αι τού Κυρίου Μαθήτριαι, καί τήν προγονικήν απόφασιν απορρίψασαι, τοίς Αποστόλοις καυχώμεναι έλεγον· Εσκύλευται ο θάνατος, ηγέρθη Χριστός ο Θεός, δωρούμενος τώ κόσμω τό μέγα έλεος.
Το fethron tis Anastaseos kirigma, ek tou Agelou mathouse e tou Kyriou Mathitrie, ke tin progonikin apofasin aporipsase, tis Apostolis kafhomene elegon. Eskilefte o thanatos, igerthi Christos o Theos, doroumenos to kosmo to mega eleos.
The women disciples of the Lord, having learned from the Angel the joyous news of the Resurrection and having rejected the ancestral decision, then told the Apostles elatedly: Death has been stripped of its power; Christ God has risen, granting to the world His great mercy.

Apolytikion for Theotokos' Nativity Forefeast in the Fourth Mode

Unto us is born today Mary the child of God, | as the branch from Jesse’s root, and as the fruit of David’s loins, | and all creation is re-created and deified. | O heaven and the earth, rejoice in unison. | Sing praises unto her, O all you Gentile clans. | Joachim is exultant, and Anna is keeping festival, crying out: | “The barren woman bears the Theotokos, | the nourisher of Life.”

Seasonal Kontakion in the Third Mode

On this day the Virgin | and Theotokos Mary, | the bridal chamber | of the Heavenly Bridegroom, | by the will of God is born of a barren woman. | Being prepared as the chariot of God the Word, | she was pre-ordained for this, | since she is the divine gate/ and the true Mother of Life.
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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 detail.     

  1. Today ~ Parish Council & Ushers ~ Team 2 | Altar Boys ~ All Teams | Greeters ~ Team 2
  2. Today ~ MNYMOSINO: 5 years for Aikaterini [Kathy] Trihas [for Haralambos Trihas] | 20 years for Angelo Daniels [for Lee Daniels | for Sofronios and Cleoniki Daniels | for Stratos and Maria Carvaines]
  3. Today ~ First Day of Sunday School Register to help our teachers plan and to receive updates on Little Angels, HOPE/JOY, & GOYA https://tinyurl.com/StPaul-SundaySchool2025
  4. Today ~ Parish Fair following Liturgy.  See all the exciting things our ministries are offering in the new Ecclesiastical year.
  5. Today ~ Philoptochos Stuff the Bus with school supplies to support students, teachers, and staff at John Muir Elementary School in Parma. Drop off between 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
  6. Today ~ 4:00 – 8:30 PM GOYA Kickoff All 7th – 12th graders are invited to join this fantastic group. Hosted by our GOYA Presidents, Gia & Mia Popadiuk. RSVP to 216-570-1252.
  7. This Week ~ House Blessings continue.  Schedule at https://tinyurl.com/STPaulHouseBlessing or call the church office.
  8. Monday ~ Nativity of the Theotokos | 8:30 AM Orthros; 9:30 AM Liturgy.
  9. Tuesday ~ 6:30 PM Philoptochos General meeting.
  10. Wednesday ~ 7:00 PM monthly Parish Council meeting.
  11. Thursday ~ 11:30 AM Philoptochos Agape Ovens meal pickup for those with special circumstances who have reserved a meal.  Contact Tessie Lekas or Mark Olenik for more information.
  12. Thursday ~ 7:00 PM Bible Study resumes via Teams with Fr. Anastasios https://tinyurl.com/BibleStudySTP. 
  13. Saturday ~ 10:00 AM Pet Blessing by the soccer field.
  14. Saturday ~ 10:00 AM Eastern Orthodox Women’s Guild blessing for the New Year at Holy Trinity in Parma. Fellowship, refreshments, calendar review, and assembly of IOCC Kid’s School Kits. 
  15. Saturday ~ 11:00 AM Altar Boy Seminar followed by mini-golf outing. RSVP to Fr Anastasios at [email protected].
  16. Orthodox Catechism ~ contact the church office if you are interested in attending classes.
  17. Prosphora Ministry ~ Each Sunday, we are looking for two individuals or families to make three or four loaves. Sign up: https://tinyurl.com/stp-prosphora-ministry.
  18. Prayer Chain ~ If you have a prayer request, send email to: [email protected].  
  19. St Paul Part-Time Office Assistant ~ View job description.  If interested, please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected].  

                          Upcoming Events Next Week and Beyond 

  1. Next Sunday ~ Parish Council & Ushers ~ Team 3 | Altar Boys ~ All Teams | Greeters ~ Team 3
  2. Next Sunday ~ Orthros John 12:28-36 | Epistle Reading I Corinthians 1:18-24 | Gospel John 19:6-11, 13-20, 25-28, 30
  3. Next Sunday ~ Dance practice for all groups following Sunday School.  Registration is now open at https://tinyurl.com/STPDancer.
  4. Next Sunday ~ 12:00 PM Greek Corner meets in the Teen Room.
  5. September 15 ~ 4:00 PM Little Angels play group for those 40 days - 4 years old with their parents, grandparents, and godparents.
  6. September 15 ~ 5:30 PM Greek School classes begin with Ayiasmo. Register at https://tinyurl.com/GreekSchoolSTP.
  7. September 17 ~ St Sophia and her three Daughters | 8:30 AM Orthros; 9:30 AM Liturgy.
  8. September 18 ~ 1:00 PM Senior OPA flu shot and ice cream social.  Please bring your Medicare / insurance card.  Shot is FREE and open to all.
  9. Septembe 25 - 27 ~ Metropolis Clergy Laity hosted by Annunciation Columbus.
  10. September 27 ~ 7:00 PM Hellenic Dance at Sterea Hellas Foundation of Cleveland in Olmsted Falls. For more information, contact Geoge 440.390.8142 or Zoe 330.425.9623.
  11. September 28 ~ 2:00 PM Collis Lecture and HPS Reception at Cleveland Museum of Art “Virtue and Adornment in Byzantium: Beautiful Bodies in the Christian East” by Alicia Walker.  FREE but ticket required. Visit hpsneo.org or contact Dean Peters 216.570.4537.

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Flyers

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