Sts. Constantine & Helen Cathedral
Publish Date: 2025-02-09
Bulletin Contents
Today
Gospel and Epistle Readings
Wisdom of the Fathers
This Week
Hymns of the Day
RECEIVING HOLY COMMUNION AT STS CONSTANTINE AND HELEN CATHEDRAL IS DONE IN THE FOLLOWING ORDER:

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Sts. Constantine & Helen Cathedral

General Information

  • Phone:
  • (216) 932-3300
  • Street Address:

  • 3352 Mayfield Road

  • Cleveland Heights, OH 44118

Contact Information

Sade L Frayer
office manager


Services Schedule

SUNDAY SCHEDULE:

MATINS: 8:15 am
LITURGY: 9:30 am

SATURDAYS (subject to change):

VESPERS: 5:00 p.m.

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Today

TODAY

SUNDAY OF THE PUBLICAN AND PHARISEE
/ FOUNDATION SUNDAY
MATINS:                     8:15 a.m.
LITURGY:                   9:30 a.m.  
EPISTLE:                    II Timothy 3:10-15
GOSPEL:                     Luke 18:10-14 
ACOLYTES:                Team A
PROSFORA:                Connie Tsironis
PANGARI:                  Team B: Jason Berry, Jack Ramsey, George Stamatis
ORTHODOX ED:          9:30 a.m. -  Classroom Learning
PHILOPTOCHOS:        will pass a 2nd basket for LA fires through IOCC
LIBRARY GREETERS:  Rosemarie Paliobeis  & Cathy Bartzis 
COFFEE HOSTS:          The SCH Foundation
CLASSES:                    Catechism w Fr. Tom - 11:30 a.m.
GOYA:                         Meeting (Alcove) - 11:30 a.m.
                                   Girls/Boys Basketball - 12:00 p.m.
STREAMING SERVICE:   youtube.com/stsconstantine


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Gospel and Epistle Readings

Matins Gospel Reading

Eleventh Orthros Gospel
The Reading is from John 21:14-25

At that time, Jesus revealed himself to the disciples after he was raised from the dead. And he said to Simon Peter, "Simon, son of John, do you love me more than these?" He said to him, "Yes, Lord; you know that I love you." He said to him, "Feed my lambs." A second time he said to him, "Simon, son of John, do you love me?" He said to him, "Yes, Lord; you know that I love you." He said to him, "Tend my sheep." He said to him the third time, "Simon, son of John, do you love me?" Peter was grieved because he said to him the third time, "Do you love me?" And he said to him, "Lord, you know everything; you know that I love you." Jesus said to him, "Feed my sheep. Truly, truly, I say to you, when you were young, you girded yourself and walked where you would; but when you are old, you will stretch out your hands, and another will gird you and carry you where you do not wish to go." (This he said to show by what death he was to glorify God.) And after this he said to him, "Follow me." Peter turned and saw following them the disciple whom Jesus loved, who had lain close to his breast at the supper and had said, "Lord, who is it that is going to betray you?" When Peter saw him, he said to Jesus, "Lord, what about this man?" Jesus said to him, "If it is my will that he remain until I come, what is that to you? Follow me!" The saying spread abroad among the brethren that this disciple was not to die; yet Jesus did not say to him that he was not to die, but, "If it is my will that he remain until I come, what is that to you?" This is the disciple who is bearing witness to these things, and who has written these things; and we know that his testimony is true. But there are also many other things which Jesus did; were every one of them to be written, I suppose that the world itself could not contain the books that would be written. Amen.

Epistle Reading

Prokeimenon. Plagal 4th Tone. Psalm 75.11,1.
Make your vows to the Lord our God and perform them.
Verse: God is known in Judah; his name is great in Israel.

The reading is from St. Paul's Second Letter to Timothy 3:10-15.

TIMOTHY, my son, you have observed my teaching, my conduct, my aim in life, my faith, my patience, my love, my steadfastness, my persecutions, my sufferings, what befell me at Antioch, at lconion, and at Lystra, what persecutions I endured; yet from them all the Lord rescued me. Indeed all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted, while evil men and impostors will go on from bad to worse, deceivers and deceived. But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have firmly believed, knowing from whom you learned it and how from childhood you have been acquainted with the sacred writings which are able to instruct you for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.

Gospel Reading

Sunday of the Publican and Pharisee: Triodion Begins Today
The Reading is from Luke 18:10-14

The Lord said this parable, "Two men went up into the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. The Pharisee stood and prayed thus with himself, 'God, I thank you that I am not like other men, extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even like this tax collector. I fast twice a week, I give tithes of all that I get.' But the tax collector, standing far off, would not even lift up his eyes to heaven, but beat his breast, saying, 'God, be merciful to me a sinner!' I tell you, this man went down to his house justified rather than the other; for everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but he who humbles himself will be exalted."

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Wisdom of the Fathers

If there is a moral quality almost completely disregarded and even denied today, it is indeed humility. The culture in which we live constantly instills in us the sense of pride, of self-glorification, and of self-righteousness ... Even our churches - are they not imbued with that same spirit of the Pharisee? Do we not want our every contribution, every 'good deed,' all the we do 'for the Church' to be acknowledged, praised, publicized? ... How does one become humble? The answer, for a Christian, is simple: by contemplating Christ..."
Fr. Alexander Schmemann
Great Lent, pp. 19-20., 20th Century

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This Week

THIS COMING WEEK

Mon, Feb 10th         - 9:30 a.m. - Liturgy (St. Haralambos)
                                 - 6:30 p.m. - Boys Basketball
                                 - 7:30 p.m. - Gamblers Anonymous
Tues, Feb 11th         - 5:00 p.m. - Greek School: 3rd Grade
                                 - 6:30 p.m. - Girls Basketball
                                 - 6:30 p.m. - OPA Dance
Weds, Feb 12th      - 9:30 a.m. - St. Makrina Bible study
                                 - 6:00 p.m. - Greek School: adult
Thurs, Feb 13th      - 5:00 p.m. - Greek School: K-2nd Grade
                                 - 7:00 p.m. - OCF Meeting (John Carroll)
                                 - 7:30 p.m. - Zoom Book Discussion 
Sat, Feb 15th            - 5:00 p.m. - Vespers (& Confessions) 
Sun, Feb 16th         - 8:15 a.m. - Matins
                                 - 9:30 a.m. - Liturgy
                                 - 9:30 a.m. - Orthodox Education: Classroom Learning
                                - 10:45 a.m. - Memorial: Alyssa Raybuck
                                 - 11:30 a.m. - Catechism w Fr. Tom
                                 - 11:30 a.m. - Girls/Boys Basketball


WELCOME VISITORS!

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.


ONLINE TEXTS OF SERVICES

Those wishing to follow the livestreamed services with a written text may do so using the links below.
Electronic Version of Orthros (Matins) on Feb 9th:

Electronic Version of Divine Liturgy on Feb 9th:


VISITORS & SACRAMENTS

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.


SPECIAL TRAY

Philoptochos is passing a second tray for the L.A. Fires through IOCC this Sunday February 9th. As always, any contribution you make is deeply appreciated.


PARKING ANNOUNCEMENT

Cleveland Heights has agreed to grant the congregation parking privileges in the area in front of the church (south side of Mayfield only) on Sundays from 9 am to 12 pm.


SUNSHINE GROUP

Sunshine Lunch:  The next Sunshine Lunch will be Thursday, February 13 at 1:00 p.m. at The Chagrin River Diner at 4099 Erie Street in downtown Willoughby.  Please let Maria Cashy know if you can attend no later than Sunday, February 9.  Call or email at 216-390-2294 or [email protected].  Our next event will be dinner at the Fish Fry!  We will meet on March 21 at church at 4:45 PM.  Tables will be reserved for the Sunshine Group.  Put it on your calendar so you can join us.  In April, we will head to Geraci's in Pepper Pike for a Lenten lunch.  More details to come.


PHILOPTOCHOS BAKING

Philoptochos baking: Please mark your calendars and come help us bake for the fish frys and Easter:

  • February 28 
  • March 1
  • March 6
  • March 13
  • March 24
  • April 3
  • April 12

JUNIOR HELLENIC DANCERS

Our Junior Hellenic Dancers will hold their next practice on Sunday Feb. 23rd in the Fellowship room after coffee hour. Young people who turn seven in 2025 are welcome to join the Juniors group. Please feel free to text Elena Willis at 216-225-7469 or Chantel Covino at 216-618-8436 with any questions.


GREEK NIGHT

On Friday February 28th, the Meraklides are performing at Mars Bar in Lakewood to benefit the Metropolis of Pittsburgh Summer Camp - Camp Nazareth. 100% of proceeds will go directly to the camp program. Tickets are $25 at the door. The fundraiser will begin at 8pm and go until 2pm. For questions, please contact Sophia Kayafas (440-525-6914) or Marina Tsirambidis (440-305-4642).


SUNDAY OF ORTHODOXY

The Orthodox Christian Community of Greater Cleveland & Lorain will honor the Sunday of Orthodoxy on March 9, at 5:00 pm. This service of Great Vespers will be hosted by St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Church, 6306 Broadview Rd, Parma. His Grace Irinej, Bishop of Washington-New York and Eastern America, the Serbian Orthodox Church, shall preside and offer the homily.

Each year, the Greater Cleveland Council of Orthodox Clergy (GCCOC) solicits donations to help underwrite this celebration of our Faith and to help our local ministries – St. Herman’s, St. Panteleimon, St. Mary of Egypt, and ZOE for Life! We humbly ask that you consider a contribution to the GCCOC; in return, you will be listed as a “Patron” within the handout at this special service. Please make checks payable to the “Greater Cleveland Council of Orthodox Clergy,” or simply the “GCCOC.” Checks can either be given to your parish priest, or they can be mailed no later than March 2 to GCCOC, c/o St. Innocent Orthodox Church, PO Box 38208, Olmsted Falls, Ohio 44138.


METALLINOS GUITAR WORKSHOP

Metallinos Guitar Workshop Meets The Beatles!

Our March session will continue to study the music of the Beatles. Each musician should pick a favorite Beatles tune and share all or parts of it with the group. You can come and play or just come to listen. All are welcome!


GREEK INDEPENDENCE DAY

We invite you to join us for the 24th Annual Greek Independence Day Celebration! Saturday, March 22, 2025at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 2187 W. 14th Street, Cleveland, Ohio. Doxology -12 noon; Parade at 1:00 p.m. followed by festivities in the Banquet Hall. Enjoy Lenten food and snacks available for purchase in the Banquet Hall. Awards will be presented after the parade, including one for the best float.

For more information, please contact Emmanuel Ermidis at (216) 323-4092 or Eleni Papouras Jenks at (216) 965-8131. Please RSVP your group at no cost by Friday, March 14th. We look forward to celebrating with you!


UNSUNG HEROES

The 2025 Metropolis of Pittsburgh St. Photios Awards Banquet will take place Saturday, May 3 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Pittsburgh-Cranberry. Each parish is invited to name two living individuals to receive this award (no posthumous recipients). … consider men and women who have served the community in previously unsung ways, not choosing those who have already been honored for their Church service (such as Archons, St. Paul Medal recipients, or prior St. Photios awardees). Suggestions for this year's St Photios Award may be sent to [email protected] or to [email protected], ASAP.

Past Awardees:

  • 2024 - Heidi Peters & Clay White;
  • 2023 - Emily Scocos (+2023) & Mike Vasilakes (+2023);
  • 2022 - (2020)- Dick Warren & Irene Theodore (+2022);
  • 2019 - George Kappos & Chris Tartara;
  • 2018 - Elaine Joaquin & Mary Lambert;
  • 2017 - Anna Warren & Katherine Kartalis;
  • 2016 - Emily Miklis & James Huebner;
  • 2015 - Helen Carbon (+2018) & Paul Fikaris;
  • 2014 - Agnes Goss & Bill Mavrakis

2025 COFFEE HOSTS

Interested in hosting coffee hour? We have open dates in March and beyond waiting for you! Help us keep our fellowship going. Visit our online sign-up and put your name down today: 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D48A5AD23A4F58-48824692-sunday#/


GOYA / YOUNG ADULT ACTIVITIES

1)  St. Kyranna Cooking Class will have its next meeting on Saturday, February 8th @ 6:00 p.m. Our host will be Pres. Christina Callos, and our theme will be "Kotopoulo me Hilopites" (Greek Chicken Stew with Pasta). The evening begins with Great Vespers @ 5:00 p.m. Kindly RSVP to Ted by Monday, February 3rd.

2) Antiochian Village (201 St Ignatius Trail, Bolivar, PA 15923) will host "Teen Winter Camp" from February 14th -17th. Information and registration for both events can be found at: https://avcamp.org/programs/winter-camp/. Sign up today!

3)  Orthodox Volunteer Corps (OVC) is a year-long immersive program for young adults ages 21-29 to serve with our neighbors on the margins. Applications to apply for this amazing experience are due by January 27, 2025 (early deadline) or February 20, 2025 (regular deadline). For more information, visit: https://orthodoxvolunteercorps.org/become_an_ovc_corps_member.

4) GOYA has been invited to a local Orthodox youth dance hosted by St. George Antiochian Church, Cleveland (2587 W 14th St, Cleveland, 44113) on Saturday, March 1st from 5:00 - 10:00 p.m. You must order tickets by Friday, February 21st. To participate, use the QR code on the youth bulletin board or contact Ted for the registration link.

 5)   Camp Nazareth will host a Young Adult Lenten Retreat the weekend of March 14th - 16th. Fr. Timothy Paproski will speak on, "Living the Liturgy." Registration is live at: https://tinyurl.com/2z7kjpyh. With any questions, contact: [email protected].


CHURCH COMMUNICATIONS

2025 House Blessing Schedule:
The tradition of house blessings involves the blessing of our most treasured possession, our home, with the Holy Water of Epiphany; and it enables the priest to briefly visit every home in his community. If you aren't sure when he will be in your area, you can check the schedule on our website: https://stsconstantine.com/news/latest/current-news/2025-house-blessings

Our weekly bulletin contains announcements and links of interest to the Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Community. If you are not receiving our bulletin or other church notices in your email and would like to, you can sign up for it here: https://stsconstantine.com/news/mailing-list


LIBRARY/BOOKSTORE NOW OPEN

Our Church Library is open after Liturgy! Come and See our new bookstore. Looking for a book or icon? Let us know and we can order it for you!


STEWARDSHIP

Our parish strives "To lead people to God through Orthodox Christianity and to provide ways for them live and share God's love."  It does so in good days and in bad. Any financial help that you might offer is, as always, deeply appreciated.


ST. MAKRINA ZOOM BIBLE STUDY

Saint Makrina Bible study will be starting a new book: "6 Hours, 7 Lessons -How Christ’s Lights Transcends Our Darkness" by Father Nicholas and Dr. Roxanne Louh. You do not have to attend every session. We meet every Wednesday via zoom from 9:30-11:00am. Please contact Toni Madden for the zoom link. The book can be purchased on Amazon. Please join us!

“During His darkest moments, Jesus uttered seven statements on the Cross that offer us tremendous wisdom in our own dark seasons—when we feel alone, forgotten, and unable to surrender, forgive, or let go of our mistakes. Christ’s final words direct us toward the light of His love and protection while giving us the guidance we need to find hope and healing.”


ILLNESS BOOK ZOOM GROUP

Last year we read and discussed the Orthodox understanding of death and grief. The group is now transitioning to read and discuss: The Theology of Illness, written by Jean-Claude Larchet, PhD.

Now is a good time to Join Us! We will Zoom once weekly to read and discuss, on Thursday evenings at 7:30-8:30pm. This session lasts for 10 weeks, starting on January 16.

If interested, contact Cynthia Terezis at [email protected] to be added to the Zoom email invite  and to place an order for the book ($18) through the bookstore at the Church Library. Book is also available at svspress.com and on Amazon.


LIVE YOUR FAITH. SERVE FOR A YEAR.

Orthodox Volunteer Corps (OVC) is a yearlong domestic service program for Orthodox young adults and an official Agency of the Assembly of Bishops. We offer young adults from across the country an immersive year of service in Pittsburgh and Boston, working at homeless shelters, after-school programs, free medical clinics, and more.

In addition, Corps Members receive weekly formation & training in Orthodoxy and community-based leadership development, live in community with other Orthodox young adults, and engage local parishes. Housing, transportation, and food are 100% covered. For more info email OVC staff Michael Sider-Rose and Kyra Limberakis at: [email protected] or visit www.orthodoxvolunteercorps.org


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Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Plagal 4th Tone

You descended from on high, O merciful Lord, and accepted the three-day burial in order to free us from our passions. Glory to you, O Lord, our life and our resurrection.

Reading is under copyright and is used with permission, all rights reserved by: Holy Cross Press


Apolytikion for Apodosis of the Presentation in the 1st Tone

Lady full of grace, rejoice, O Virgin Theotokos, for Christ our God, the Sun of righteousness has risen from you and He illumined those in darkness. And you, righteous Elder, be glad in heart, receiving in your embraces the One who liberates our souls and bestows on us the Resurrection.

Reading is under copyright and is used with permission, all rights reserved by: Fr. Seraphim Dedes


Seasonal Kontakion in the 1st Tone

Your birth sanctified a Virgin's womb and properly blessed the hands of Symeon. Having now come and saved us O Christ our God, give peace to Your commonwealth in troubled times and strengthen those in authority, whom You love, as only the loving One.

Reading is under copyright and is used with permission, all rights reserved by: Narthex Press


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