SUNDAY SCHEDULE:
MATINS: 8:15 am
LITURGY: 9:30 am
SATURDAYS (subject to change):
VESPERS: 5:00 p.m.
ECCLESIATISTICAL NEW YEAR
MATINS: 8:15 a.m.
LITURGY: 9:30 a.m.
EPISTLE: 1 Timothy 2:1-7
GOSPEL: Luke 4:16-22
PROSFORA: Keith Cramer
PANGARI: Team C: Bill Chevako, Tom Parras, Marguarite Stephanopoulos
MEMORIALS: 1 year Memorial: Charles Hliatzos
COFFEE HOSTS: the Hliatzos family
GROUP MEETING: 11:45 a.m. - SCH Library / Memory Eternal
STREAMING SERVICE: youtube.com/stsconstantine
Tenth Orthros Gospel
The Reading is from John 21:1-14
At that time, Jesus revealed Himself again to the disciples by the Sea of Tiberias; and He revealed Himself in this way. Simon Peter, Thomas, called the Twin, Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two others of His disciples were together. Simon Peter said to them, "I am going fishing." They said to him, "We will go with you." They went out and got into the boat, but that night they caught nothing. Just as day was breaking, Jesus stood on the beach, yet the disciples did not know that it was Jesus. Jesus said to them, "Children, have you any fish?" They answered him, "No." He said to them, "Cast the net on the right side of the boat, and you will find some." So they cast it, and now they were not able to haul it in, for the quantity of fish. That disciple whom Jesus loved said to Peter, "It is the Lord!" When Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he put on his clothes, for he was stripped for work, and sprang into the sea. But the other disciples came in the boat, dragging the net full of fish, for they were not far from the land, but about a hundred yards off. When they got out on land, they saw a charcoal fire there with fish lying on it, and bread. Jesus said to them, "Bring some of the fish that you have just caught." So Simon Peter went aboard and hauled the net ashore, full of large fish, a hundred and fifty-three of them; and although there were so many, the net was not torn. Jesus said to them, "Come and have breakfast." Now none of the disciples dared ask Him, "Who are you?" They knew it was the Lord. Jesus came and took the bread and gave it to them, and so with the fish. This was now the third time that Jesus was revealed to the disciples after He was raised from the dead. .
Prokeimenon. 4th Tone. Psalm 146.5;134.3.
Great is our Lord, and great is his power.
Verse: Praise the Lord, for the Lord is good.
The reading is from St. Paul's First Letter to Timothy 2:1-7.
Timothy, my son, first of all, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all men, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life, godly and respectful in every way. This is good, and it is acceptable in the sight of God our Savior, who desires all men to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth. For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all, the testimony to which was borne at the proper time. For this I was appointed a preacher and apostle (I am telling the truth, I am not lying), a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and truth.
Ecclesiastical New Year
The Reading is from Luke 4:16-22
At that time, Jesus came to Nazareth, where he had been brought up; and he went to the synagogue, as his custom was, on the sabbath day. And he stood up to read; and there was given to him the book of the prophet Isaiah. He opened the book and found the place where it was written, "The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim release to the captives and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty those who are oppressed, to proclaim the acceptable year of the Lord." And he closed the book, and gave it back to the attendant, and sat down; and the eyes of all in the synagogue were fixed on him. And he began to say to them, "Today this scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing." And all spoke well of him, and wondered at the gracious words which proceeded out of his mouth.
Mon, Sept 2nd - Labor Day (Office Closed)
- 7:30 p.m. - Gamblers Anonymous
Tues, Sept 3rd - 6:00 p.m. - Iconography Class
- 6:30 p.m. - OPA Dance
Weds, Sept 4th - 9:30 a.m. - St. Makrina Bible study
Thurs, Sept 5th - 7:30 p.m. - Zoom Book Discussion
Sat, Sept 7th - 9:00 a.m. - Nativity of Theotokos pilgrimage
- 5:00 p.m. - Vespers (& Confessions)
Sun, Sept 8th - 8:15 a.m. - Matins
- 9:30 a.m. - Liturgy
- 9:30 a.m. - Orthodox Education:
Classroom Learning resumes
- 11:45 a.m. - SCH Library / Memory Eternal
We’re happy you’ve joined us today. Please sign our guestbook and introduce yourself to one of our greeters or anyone wearing a nametag. We’re here to answer your questions and make your visit to our church meaningful and enjoyable.
Those wishing to follow the livestreamed services with a written text may do so using the links below.
Electronic Version of Orthros (Matins) on Aug 25th:
Electronic Version of Divine Liturgy on Aug 25th:
Everyone is welcome in the Orthodox Church & may receive the blessed bread (antidoron) at the end of the service, but only practicing Orthodox Christians may receive the sacrament of Holy Communion.
The Library Committee and the Memory Eternal book group will be hosting a three-week series of presentations entitled "Community Grief: Preparation, Engagement, Reflection,” facilitated by Argerie Vasilakes and Priscilla Callos. Come to as many sessions as you wish. The group will meet in the conference room after church on September 1, 8 and 15, from 11:45 am-12:45 pm. All are welcome.
The next session of MGW will continue our study of American folk songs and our first formal look at the 'blues'. Please join us at 7 pm on Tuesday, September 3 at the church and help us close out our first year of Metallinos Guitar Workshop sessions. Please contact Dean Peters if you have any questions at [email protected] or (216) 570-4537.
The monastery of the Nativity of the Theotokos in Saxonburg, Pa., is celebrating its feast day with services on Saturday, September 7. The services of the Hours begin at 9:00 AM; the Divine Liturgy follows. Those wishing to carpool with Fr Stephen should contact him directly- [email protected] or 216-932-3300 x6.
Do you miss seeing the dancers perform now that the festival is over? The Jr. & Sr. Hellenic Dancers will both make special appearances on Saturday, September 7th at the Cleveland Congenital Heart Walk (Wade Oval, University Circle) at 8:50 a.m. All parishioners are invited to attend and cheer them on!
Orthodox Education: We will be starting classes on Sunday, September 8th for grades Pre-K (3-4 yo) through 12th grade. ALL grades will have class on this date. There is a $20/family registration fee. For any questions, please contact Maria Misthos at [email protected]. Please register your students at https://form.jotform.com/242295881536163
Sunshiners--Please join us for a wonderful lunch on September 12 at 12:30 PM. We are going to Mario Fazio's 34400 Chardon Road in Willoughby to enjoy a family-style lunch. Please bring $20/pp. We will be in their private room. I have to confirm reservations by September 9, so call Maria Cashy at 216-390-2294 or email at [email protected].
We are currently reading and discussing “Understanding Your Grief: Ten Essential Touchstones for Finding Hope and Healing Your Heart”, by Alan Wolfelt, PhD. We Zoom weekly on Thursday evenings at 7:30-8:30 pm and will be continuing into Sept. If interested, contact Cynthia Terezis at [email protected] to be added to the Zoom email invite. You don't need to be in from the start to join us!
Please join St. Makrina Bible Study as we will soon begin our study of the book- "Mary, as the Early Christians Knew Her" by Frederica Mathewes-Green.
We meet every Wednesday from 9:30-11am over Zoom. You do not have to attend every session and can contribute to the discussions as much or as little as you wish. The book can be purchased through our church library or Amazon. Please contact Toni Madden at [email protected] for the Zoom link. We encourage you to join us!
Please join us for a free lecture at the CWRU Tinkham Veale Center in Cleveland: "The Art of Antiquity: Objects and Their Biographies from the Athenian Agora" on Sunday, September 29 at 2 PM. For free tickets (required) and lecture details see HPSNEO.org.
Please join our Philoptochos for the Men Who Cook on Saturday Oct 5th 5:30-8pm. Our very own parishioners and friends will create samples of their signature dishes for you to enjoy and judge to see which of our chefs win the Golden Spoon award. There will be a cash bar. If you cannot attend, please consider underwriting /sponsoring the event. Wooden Spoon sponsors $100-$249, Silver Spoon sponsors $250-$499, Platinum Spoon sponsor $500 and above. All proceeds will go towards Philoptochos charities. Admission tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door. Sponsorships and tickets can be purchased on Sundays after church or online. Please contact Helen Demore 216 324-9293 or Anne Mitchell 440 465-6014
1) Online registration for 2024-2025 youth ministry programs (HOPE/JOY, GOYA, Young Adults) will be going live this week. Families interested in participating are encouraged to sign up to receive communications for the next ministry/school year. Contact Ted for the links or with any questions. Kindly register by Sunday, September 15th.
2) New altar boys are being accepted this fall. Boys must (1) be 10 years old or older, (2) willing to commit to regular attendance and (3) attend an orientation on Saturday, September 14th from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Names should be given to Ted Cherpas [email protected] by Monday, September 9th.
3) St. Kyranna Cooking Class will have its next meeting on Saturday, September 21st @ 6:00 p.m. Eleni Demore will be our guest hostess. Our theme will be Greek "Peloponnese Pasta." Participants are encouraged to also attend Great Vespers @ 5:00 p.m. Kindly RSVP to Ted by Monday, September 16th.
4) Registration for our Metropolis Family Camp (Sept 20th- 22nd) at Camp Nazareth is now live! Dr. Peter Gagianas, Theanne Gagianas, and Presvytera Sarah Mandeville will be the keynote speakers. Space in this program is very limited, so please reserve your spots quickly at tinyurl.com/MPFC2024. Contact Fr. Joe DiStefano at [email protected] with any questions.
5) The Metropolis of Pittsburgh is hosting a Young Adult Conference in Pittsburgh, PA the weekend of October 18th - 20th. Registration is now live at: https://y2am.pittsburgh.goarch.org/ya/2024-yal-conference. Those interested should register quickly; this event can and does sell out. With any questions, contact: [email protected].
The Saints Constantine and Helen Cathedral St. Makrina Bible Study present a Fall Retreat, Saturday November 9, 2024 from 10 am to 3 pm. There will be a Liturgy of St. Nektarios on Saturday at 8:30 a.m. with breakfast and retreat to follow.
Father Stavros Akrotirianakis will speak on "Finding Gratitude". Tickets, including breakfast & lunch, are $10 ($15 after Sunday Nov 3rd). Make checks payable to Sts Constantine and Helen and put 'retreat' in the memo. For more information, contact Anna Warren at 216 287-6890
Interested in hosting coffee hour? We have only one open date in late September and one in October. Now accepting requests for the last months of the year! We now have a SignUp Genius page that shows available dates and allows you to directly choose your day. Visit it here to help fill the calendar: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D48A5AD23A4F58-48824692-sunday#/
Are you missing some sunglasses? Shoes? A water bottle? Reading glasses? Your kid’s tie? Please check out the Lost and Found box in the hallway and *take anything that's yours* after church on Sunday! Unclaimed items will be donated or disposed of by September 15.
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Reading is under copyright and is used with permission, all rights reserved by: Holy Transfiguration Monastery
Your Apostle among the Rulers, St. Constantine, who once beheld in the sky the image of Your Cross, and who like Paul received his calling not from man, once entrusted the Ruling City into Your hand. We entreat You to restore it in peace forever, at the intercession of the Theotokos, O Lord who loves humanity. (Copyright Fr. Seraphim Dedes, used by permission. All rights reserved)
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