Sts. Constantine & Helen Cathedral
Publish Date: 2025-06-01
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

[email protected] | 216 932-3300 ext 4

Services Schedule

SUNDAY SCHEDULE:

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

SATURDAYS (subject to change):

VESPERS: 5:00 p.m.

Past Bulletins


Today

TODAY

SUNDAY OF THE FATHERS

MATINS:         8:15 am
LITURGY:        9:30 am
EPISTLE:         Acts 20:16-18, 28-36
GOSPEL:         John 17:1-13
GREEK TEXT   p. 84  
TRADITION:   we do not kneel in church from Pascha thru Pentecost 
ACOLYTES:      Team B
PROSFORA:      Tammy Oliver
PANGARI:        Team B: Jason Berry, Jack Ramsey, George Stamatis
40 DAY BLESSING: Kassiani Abboud  -  10:45 a.m.
ARTOCLASIA:   Giannoula J Sarris & Family
GRADUATE LUNCHEON  
LIBRARY:         Scholarship Presentation  
CLASSES:         Catechism w Fr. Tom
                                   
STREAMING SERVICE:   youtube.com/stsconstantine

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Gospel and Epistle Readings

Matins Gospel Reading

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. .

Epistle Reading

Prokeimenon. 4th Tone. Daniel 3.26,27.
Blessed are you, O Lord, the God of our fathers.
Verse: For you are just in all you have done.

The reading is from Acts of the Apostles 20:16-18, 28-36.

IN THOSE DAYS, Paul had decided to sail past Ephesos, so that he might not have to spend time in Asia; for he was hastening to be at Jerusalem, if possible, on the day of Pentecost. And from Miletos he sent to Ephesos and called to him the elders of the church. And when they came to him, he said to them: "Take heed to yourselves and to all the flock, in which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to care for the church of God which he obtained with the blood of his own Son. I know that after my departure fierce wolves will come in among you, not sparing the flock; and from among your own selves will arise men speaking perverse things, to draw away the disciples after them. Therefore be alert, remembering that for three years I did not cease night or day to admonish every one with tears. And now I commend you to God and to the word of his grace, which is able to build you up and to give you the inheritance among all those who are sanctified. I coveted no one's silver or gold or apparel. You yourselves know that these hands ministered to my necessities, and to those who were with me. In all things I have shown you that by so toiling one must help the weak, remembering the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, 'it is more blessed to give than to receive.' " And when he had spoken thus, he knelt down and prayed with them all.

Gospel Reading

Fathers of the 1st Council
The Reading is from John 17:1-13

At that time, Jesus lifted up his eyes to heaven and said, "Father, the hour has come; glorify your Son that the Son may glorify you, since you have given him power over all flesh, to give eternal life to all whom you have given him. And this is eternal life, that they know you the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent. I glorified you on earth, having accomplished the work which you gave me to do; and now, Father, you glorify me in your own presence with the glory which I had with you before the world was made.

"I have manifested your name to the men whom you gave me out of the world; yours they were, and you gave them to me, and they have kept your word. Now they know that everything that you have given me is from you; for I have given them the words which you gave me, and they have received them and know in truth that I came from you; and they have believed that you did send me. I am praying for them; I am not praying for the world but for those whom you have given me, for they are mine; all mine are yours, and yours are mine, and I am glorified in them. And now I am no more in the world, but they are in the world, and I am coming to you. Holy Father, keep them in your name, which you have given me, that they may be one, even as we are one. While I was with them, I kept them in your name, which you have given me; I have guarded them, and none of them is lost but the son of perdition, that the scripture might be fulfilled. But now I am coming to you; and these things I speak in the world, that they may have my joy fulfilled in themselves."

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Wisdom of the Fathers

For there is One God, and One Mediator between God and Man, the Man Christ Jesus. For He still pleads even now as Man for my salvation; ...
St. Gregory the Theologian
4th Theological Oration, 4th Century

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This Week

THIS COMING WEEK

Mon, June 2nd         -  9:00 a.m. - Festival Baking (tiropita)
                                -  6:00 p.m. - Sr. Hellenic Dance Practice
                                -  7:30 p.m. - Gamblers Anonymous
Tues, June 3rd         -  5:00 p.m. - Greek School: 3rd Gr
                                -  5:15 p.m. - Junior Dance practice
Weds, June 4th       -  9:30 a.m. - St. Makrina Bible study
                                -  6:00 p.m. - Greek School: adult
                                -  6:00 p.m. - Sr. Hellenic Dance Practice
Thurs, June 5th       -  5:00 p.m. - Greek School: K-2nd Gr
                                -  7:00 p.m. - Zoom Book Discussion 
Sat, June 7th           -  NO LITURGY
                                -  4:00 p.m. - Youth Chant Group
                                -  5:30 p.m. - Vespers  (& Confessions)
Sun, June 8th           -  PENTECOST
                                  -  8:15 a.m. - Matins
                                  -  9:30 a.m. - Liturgy
                                  -  Catechism w Fr. Tom

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.


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.


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 June 1st:

Electronic Version of Divine Liturgy on May 25th:


ATTENTION GRADUATES

Graduating? – Join us for our annual graduate luncheon on Sunday, June 1st.  We will honor all the graduates at the luncheon and the graduates will also be featured in the next edition of the Koinonia. 


CHURCH COMMUNICATIONS

Our weekly bulletin contains announcements and links of interest to the Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Community.  Unfortunately, we have had some recent issues with false signups to our mailing list and may have lost some actual parishioners email addresses in dealing with the issue.
If you did not receive this week’s bulletin or other recent church notices and think you should have, please contact the office. You can also sign up for it here: 

                                          https://stsconstantine.com/news/mailing-list
We apologize in advance for any confusion this may have caused.


FATHER'S DAY MEMORIAL

Philoptochos is sponsoring a Memorial Service on Father's Day to honor our Fathers, Grandfathers and Godfathers who have departed. Everyone is invited to submit the names of their loved ones who are no longer with us, if you haven't already done so. Father will be reading the names during the service on Sunday June 15, 2025. If you would like to make a donation to Philoptochos, it would be greatly appreciated.

Please mail names to: 
Sts Constantine and Helen Philoptochos c/o Heidi Peters
or email names to [email protected]. Please submit names before June 8, 2025.


FESTIVAL BAKING

Volunteer for Festival Baking!

Festival baking has begun. We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals to help with baking for our upcoming Festival! To make it easier for everyone to participate, we've added evening, Saturday, and Sunday shifts—perfect for those who work weekdays.

 It's a wonderful opportunity to connect with others, contribute to the community, and enjoy a delicious meal prepared by Chef George Stathopoulos. Come be part of the fun—we can’t do it without you! Full schedule available in lobby


JUNIOR HELLENIC DANCERS

The Junior Hellenic Dancers next practice will be held this coming Tuesday, June 3rd at 5:15 p.m.  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.


SENIOR HELLENIC DANCERS

The Senior Greek Dancers will begin Mon. & Weds practices in June. Their next practice will be Mon. June 2nd at 6:00 p.m. Please text or email the directors with questions, or contact Ted at 216 246-0546 / [email protected]


KEFI DANCERS INVITED

If you are a college student or  young adult, we invite you to join the Kefi Dancers and perform at our festival.  For the month of June, practice will be on Wednesdays 8-9:30.


METALLINOS GUITAR WORKSHOP

Metallinos Guitar Group Answers Some Questions

Ever wonder how many roads a man must walk down before they call him a man, or how many years can some people exist before they're allowed to be free? If so, you're in luck because the Metallinos Guitar Workshop (MGW) knows exactly where to find the answers. Come and find out on Tuesday, June 10, at 7pm when we will answer these and other pressing questions of our time as we study the music of Bob Dylan for this month and next. Bring an instrument or just come and listen. See you there!


SUNSHINE GROUP

Sunshine Group:  The next luncheon will be at Crostata in Highland Heights.  Crostatas is located at 558 Bishop Road.  Please bring $20/pp for lunch.  Lunch is Thursday, June 12 at 12:30--Please note the time!  Please let Maria Cashy know if you can make it at 216-390-3394 or [email protected].  I hope you will all attend!

On Thursday, July 10, we will have a Patriotic Picnic at the church.  More details to follow.


ST. MAKRINA ZOOM BIBLE STUDY

Please join St. Makrina Bible Study! We will begin reading the book- "Mere Christianity” by C.S. Lewis.

“Lewis discusses that everyone is curious about: right and wrong, human nature, morality, marriage, sins, forgiveness, faith, hope, generosity, and kindness.”

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 Amazon. Please contact Toni Madden at [email protected] for the Zoom link. We would love for you to join us!


ZOOM BOOK GROUP

We are reading Living the Beatitudes: Perspectives From Orthodox Spirituality, written by Fr Thomas Fitzgerald, Th.D (of Blessed memory) former Dean and Prof at Holy Cross School of Theology and Presb Kyriaki Fitzgerald, M.Div., Ph.D, psychologist and adjunct prof at Holy Cross School of Theology. The authors teach us how to practice the Beatitudes and integrate them into our daily lives, to imitate Christ and to become His disciples.

We Zoom weekly on Thursday evenings at 7-8pm starting on May 1 for 8 weeks. If interested, contact Cynthia Terezis at [email protected] to be added to the Zoom email invite and to place an order for the book ($20) through the bookstore at the Church Library (also available at holycrossbookstore.com and Amazon).


GOYA / YOUNG ADULT ACTIVITIES

1) Sts. Constantine & Helen will provide $620 scholarships for all youth going to Camp Nazareth this summer! You will need a code prior to signing up to qualify. Contact either Fr. Stephen or Ted for more information. Camp registration is now live at  https://y2am.pittsburgh.goarch.org/summercamp. Camp does sell out, so please act fast!

2) HOPE/JOY Families (Kindergarten - 6th grade) are invited to a field trip to Nature Center at Shaker Lakes (2600 S Park Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44120) on Sunday, June 29th @ 1:00 p.m. The facility offers "wonderful nature experiences and discovery for all ages throughout all seasons." Contact Ted with any questions, and RSVP by Sunday, June 22nd. 

3) OCF will have a summer reunion event on Tuesday, July 1st @ 6:00 p.m. at Aladdin's Eatery (6901 Rockside Rd, Independence, 44131). This is for local JCU/CWRU students as well as St. Cons students home for the summer. To participate, RSVP to Ted by Friday, June 27th.

4) Altar Boys & families are invited to join Fr. Stephen, Fr. Tom, and Ted to attend a baseball game on Tuesday, July 29th @ 6:40 p.m. Come cheer on the Cleveland Guardians as they take on the Colorado Rockies! RSVP by Sunday, July 13th, and see Ted with any questions.

5) GOYA is joining FOCUS for its annual backpack drive. You can participate by volunteering to fill a backpack for a student in need right here in Cleveland. The packing list includes items like pencils, folders, and index cards. The deadline to have everything collected is Sunday, August 3rd. Please see Ted to get involved.


2025 COFFEE HOSTS

Interested in hosting coffee hour? We only have a few open coffee hour dates for this summer. 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#/


CHIOS SCHOLARSHIP

The Chios Society - Cleveland Ch. #7 is offering, every year, scholarships to graduating high school seniors whose, at least one parent or grandparent, is of Chian decent.  To obtain an application, please go to the chapter's website, chioscleveland.com.  For more information on the scholarship program, contact Marko Fikaris (266-848-2200).


STEREA HELLAS SCHOLARSHIPS

It's that time of the year again when graduating senior high school students and college students can apply for the Sterea Hellas Foundation of Cleveland Scholarship as well as our Federation's Scholarship. Information for both scholarships are as follows:
 - Application Due Date for the Federation of Sterea Hellas’ Scholarship is to be postmarked no later than July 1st. https://federationofstereahellas.org/#scholarships
 - Application Due Date for the Sterea Hellas Foundation of Cleveland’s scholarship is to be postmarked no later than July 15th. Please click on the following link and note the REVISED application forms for 2025. https://nafpaktian.org/scholarships/


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Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Plagal 2nd Tone

The angelic powers appeared at your tomb, and those guarding it became as dead. Mary stood at your grave seeking your pure body. But you stripped the power of Hades, yet were not touched by corruption. You met the virgin and granted her life. O Lord, who

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Apolytikion for Holy Ascension in the 4th Tone

Thou hast ascended in glory, O Christ our God, and gladdened Thy disciples with the promise of the Holy Spirit; and they were assured by the blessing that Thou art the Son of God and Redeemer of the world.

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Apolytikion for Fathers of the 1st Council in the Plagal 4th Tone

Most glorified art Thou, O Christ our God, Who hast established our Fathers as luminous stars upon the earth, and through them didst guide us all to the true Faith. O Most Merciful One, glory be to Thee.

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Apolytikion for the Church in the Plagal 4th Tone

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)


Seasonal Kontakion in the Plagal 2nd Tone

O Christ our God, upon fulfilling Your dispensation for our sake, You ascended in Glory, uniting the earthly with the heavenly. You were never separate but remained inseparable, and cried out to those who love You, "I am with you and no one is against you."

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