Sts. Constantine & Helen Cathedral
Publish Date: 2025-06-29
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 PETER AND PAUL, THE HOLY APOSTLES

WELCOME:     Fr Andrew Harmon
MATINS:         8:15 am
LITURGY:       9:30 am
EPISTLE:        II Corinthians 11:21-33; 12:1-9
GOSPEL:         Matthew 16:13-19
ACOLYTES:     ALL
PROSFORA:    Katina Nicolacakis
PANGARI:      Team B: Jason Berry, Jack Ramsey, George Stamatis
MEMORIALS: 40 Day Memorial: Mary Caloudis
                        1 Year Memorial: Mary Anton
                        3 Year Memorial: Tina Blackham
                        4 Year Memorial: Plato Anton
COFFEE HOUR:  Hosted by and the Anton, Jones,  Blackham and Papas families (upstairs)
LIBRARY GREETERS:  Elaine Joaquin & Vasiliki Nolidis  
CLASSES & EVENTS:   11:30 a.m. - Festival Baking: Baklava
                                   11:30 a.m. - Senior Dance practice
                                   1:00 p.m. - HOPE/JOY Field Trip (Offsite) 
                                   Catechism w Fr. Tom
STREAMING SERVICE:   youtube.com/stsconstantine

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Gospel and Epistle Readings

Matins Gospel Reading

Third Orthros Gospel
The Reading is from Mark 16:9-20

When Jesus rose early on the first day of the week, He appeared first to Mary Magdalene, from whom He had cast out seven demons. She went and told those who had been with Him, as they mourned and wept. But when they heard that He was alive and had been seen by her, they would not believe it.

After this he appeared in another form to two of them, as they were walking into the country. And they went back and told the rest, but they did not believe them. After this He appeared to the eleven themselves as they sat at table and He upbraided them for their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they had not believed those who saw Him after He had risen. And He said to them, "Go into all the world and preach the gospel to the whole creation. He who believes and is baptized will be saved; but he who does not believe will be condemned. And these signs will accompany those who believe: in My name they will cast out demons; they will speak in new tongues; they will pick up serpents, and if they drink any deadly thing, it will not hurt them; they will lay their hands on the sick, and they will recover."

So then the Lord Jesus, after He had spoken to them, was taken up into heaven, and sat down at the right hand of God. And they went forth and preached everywhere, while the Lord worked with them and confirmed the message by the signs that attended it. Amen.

Epistle Reading

Prokeimenon. Plagal 4th Tone. Psalm 18.4,1.
Their voice has gone out into all the earth.
Verse: The heavens declare the glory of God.

The reading is from St. Paul's Second Letter to the Corinthians 11:21-33; 12:1-9.

Brethren, whatever anyone dares to boast of -- I am speaking as a fool -- I also dare to boast of that. Are they Hebrews? So am I. Are they Israelites? So am I. Are they descendants of Abraham? So am I. Are they servants of Christ? I am a better one -- I am talking like a madman -- with far greater labors, far more imprisonments, with countless beatings, and often near death. Five times I have received at the hands of the Jews the forty lashes less one. Three times I have been beaten with rods; once I was stoned. Three times I have been shipwrecked; a night and a day I have been adrift at sea; on frequent journeys, in danger from rivers, danger from robbers, danger from my own people, danger from Gentiles, danger in the city, danger in the wilderness, danger at sea, danger from false brethren; in toil and hardship, through many a sleepless night, in hunger and thirst, often without food, in cold and exposure. And, apart from other things, there is the daily pressure upon me of my anxiety for all the churches. Who is weak, and I am not weak? Who is made to fall, and I am not indignant?

If I must boast, I will boast of the things that show my weakness. The God and Father of the Lord Jesus, he who is blessed for ever, knows that I do not lie. At Damascus, the governor under King Aretas guarded the city of Damascus in order to seize me, but I was let down in a basket through a window in the wall, and escaped his hands.

I must boast; there is nothing to be gained by it, but I will go on to visions and revelations of the Lord. I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heaven -- whether in the body or out of the body I do not know, God knows. And I know that this man was caught up into Paradise -- whether in the body or out of the body I do not know, God knows -- and he heard things that cannot be told, which man may not utter. On behalf of this man I will boast, but on my own behalf I will not boast, except of my weaknesses. Though if I wish to boast, I shall not be a fool, for I shall be speaking the truth. But I refrain from it, so that no one may think more of me than he sees in me or hears from me. And to keep me from being too elated by the abundance of revelations, a thorn was given me in the flesh, a messenger of Satan, to harass me, to keep me from being too elated. Three times I besought the Lord about this, that it should leave me; but he said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." I will all the more gladly boast of my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.

Gospel Reading

Peter and Paul, the Holy Apostles
The Reading is from Matthew 16:13-19

At that time, when Jesus came into the district of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, "Who do men say that the Son of man is?" And they said, "Some say John the Baptist, others say Elijah, and others Jeremiah or one of the prophets." He said to them, "But who do you say that I am?" Simon Peter replied, "You are the Christ, the Son of the living God." And Jesus answered him, "Blessed are you, Simon Bar Jona! For flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but my Father who is in heaven. And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it. I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven."

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Wisdom of the Fathers

What then saith the mouth of the apostles, Peter, the ever fervent, the leader of the apostolic choir? When all are asked, he answers ... "Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God."
St. John Chrysostom
Homily 54 on Matthew 16, 4th Century

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This Week

THIS COMING WEEK

Mon, June 30th     -  9:00 a.m. - Festival Baking 
                              -  6:00 p.m. - Senior Dance practice
                              -  7:30 p.m. - Gamblers Anonymous
Tues, July 1st        -  5:15  p.m. - Junior Dance practice
                              -  6:00 p.m. -  OCF Summer Reunion (Offsite)
                              -  7:00 p.m. - Metallinos Guitar Wkshp
Weds, July 2nd      -  9:30 a.m. - St. Makrina Bible study
                              -  6:00 p.m. - Senior Dance practice
                              -  8:00 p.m. - Kefi Dance
Thurs, July 3rd      -  5:15 p.m. - Junior Dance practice  
Fri, July 4th            -  OFFICE CLOSED
Sat, July 5th          -  4:00 p.m. - Youth Chant Group
                              -  5:00 p.m. - Vespers  (& Confessions)
Sun, July 6th         -  8:15 a.m. - Matins
                                -  9:30 a.m. - Liturgy
                                -  10:45 a.m. - 40 Day Blessing: Liza May Primbas
                              -  10:45 a.m. - 40 Day Memorial: Rozann Korb
                              -  11:30 a.m. - Library Meeting
                              -  11:30 a.m. - Senior Dance practice
                                - 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.


WANTED

Donations of pure olive oil for the votive light on the holy altar. 


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 29th:

Electronic Version of Divine Liturgy on June 29th:


ELEVATOR UPDATE

The elevator is currently out of service and will be for the foreseeable future. Elevator servicing companies have been here multiple times, and we will provide an update once we have more information. We apologize for the inconvenience. To enter the church, please consider using the ramp out front or ask a Parish Council member for assistance. 


LIBRARY BOOKSTORE NOW OPEN

Visit our library bookstore to browse our display of icons and books. Cash and cards accepted.  


FESTIVAL BAKING

We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals to help bake for our upcoming Festival! 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! 
Here are our dates through the end of the month:

  • June 29: Baklava (after liturgy)
  • June 30: Koulourakia
  • July 11: Kourambiethes

We start at 9:00 a.m. unless otherwise indicated; but please come whenever you are able and bring a friend.


SUNSHINE GROUP

Sunshine Group:  Sunshine Lunch in July is being held at church in the Fellowship Hall at 12:30 pm on Thursday, July 10.  All are welcome to join us for a Patriotic Picnic!  Wear your red, white and blue and enjoy a bbq picnic, patriotic songs by the Metalinos Guitar Workshop and a few rounds of Greek Bingo!

No need to bring anything but your desire to have a good time with friends.  You must RSVP to Maria Cashy 216-390-2294 or [email protected] by 7/3 to ensure I order enough food!!!  I hope to see you all there!  We have a good time; it would be a shame to miss out!


FRIENDS OF HARRY CASHY – ST HERMAN HOUSE GOLF SPONSORSHIP

Our friend Harry cared very much about St. Herman’s and its mission.  In 2017, a year after Harry’s passing, a few of us organized a sponsorship by the “Friends of Harry Cashy” to support St. Herman’s in memory of Harry. Last year, the golf outing/auction netted just over $86,500 for St. Herman’s, more than 10% of its cash operating budget. With your generous support, we the Friends of Harry have raised over $67,000 in the last seven years for St. Herman’s in Harry’s memory.  

The 2025 St. Herman’s Golf Classic will be July 15 this year at the Elyria Country Club, and we are again putting together a sponsorship in memory of Harry. If you are interested in donating as part of the Friends of Harry, please contact Gus Kallergis ([email protected] or 216.410.6306). Those wishing to donate online can do so by  (1) clicking https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E334599&id=336, (2) scrolling to and checking the “Make a Contribution” box, (3) selecting the amount and checking the “St. Herman Golf Donor - Friend of Harry Cashy”, and (4) clicking the next button and finishing the submission. Please let Gus know once this has been completed.


SENIOR HELLENIC DANCERS

The Senior Greek Dancers have begun twice weekly practices. Their next practice will be Mon. June 30th at 6:00 p.m.  Please text or email the directors with questions, or contact Ted at 216 246-0546 / [email protected]


JUNIOR HELLENIC DANCERS

The Junior Hellenic Dancers next practice will be held this coming Tuesday, July 1st at 5:15 p.m. Please feel free to text Elena Willis at 216-225-7469 or Chantel Covino at 216-618-8436 with any questions.


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.   Practice will continue to be held on Wednesdays from 8:00-9:30.  


ST. MARKELLA

The Chios Societies - Cleveland Ch. #7 is celebrating the Feast of Agia Markella, patron Saint of Chios, on Sunday July 20, 2025 at Sts. Constantine and Helen Cathedral, in Cleveland Heights.  Chians and their friends are invited to celebrate the feast with the chapter's Officers and Board of Directors.  A memorial service will take place for all deceased members along with Artoklasia.  The chapter will host the coffee hour after Liturgy.  The second General Assembly for the chapter will take place after the coffee hour.


GOYA / YOUNG ADULT ACTIVITIES

1) 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.

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 TODAY Sunday, June 29th @ 1:00 p.m. The facility offers "wonderful nature experiences and discovery for all ages throughout all seasons." Please see Ted with any questions.

3) OCF will have a summer reunion event on Tuesday, July 1st @ 6:00 p.m. at Slyman's Tavern  (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 TODAY.

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 Wednesday, June 25th, and see Ted with any questions.

5) Campers & families are invited to the 2025 Regional "Camp Reunion" Paraklesis service on Thursday, August 7th at 7:00 p.m. @ St. Paul, North Royalton. Come see your friends from camp! The service will be chanted in the same familiar style from Camp Nazareth so everyone can sing along. To participate, just let Ted know you're coming by Sunday, August 3rd. 


COMMUNITY POTLUCK COFFEE HOUR

We’ve noticed that sometimes there aren’t coffee hosts signed up for Sunday coffee hour, and we want to make sure we still have a time for fellowship and connection.

On these Sundays, we’re introducing a new concept: Community Potluck Coffee Hour! We will provide the coffee, cream, sugar, and paper products, but we ask that each person or family bring a small offering to share. It could be as simple as cookies, donuts, or
pastries—whatever you'd like to contribute!

This is a great way to share in the spirit of community, and it doesn’t have to be anything elaborate. Let’s come together and make these Sundays extra special.

Thank you for helping make Coffee Hour a warm and welcoming place for everyone!


ST. MAKRINA ZOOM BIBLE STUDY

Please join St. Makrina Bible Study! We are 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 on break for the summer. Look for us to restart in September.


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 2nd Tone

When you descended into death, O life immortal, you destroyed Hades with the splendor of your divinity, and when you raised the dead from the depths of darkness, all the heavenly powers shouted: O giver of life, Christ our God, glory to you.

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Apolytikion for Apostles Peter and Paul in the 4th Tone

O Foremost of the Apostles and teachers of the world, intercede ye with the Master of all that He grant peace to the world and great mercy to our souls.

Reading is under copyright and is used with permission, all rights reserved by: Holy Transfiguration Monastery


Seasonal Kontakion in the 2nd Tone

A protection of Christians unshamable, intercessor to our Holy Maker, unwavering, please reject not the prayerful cries of those who are in sin. Instead, come to us, for you are good; your loving help bring unto us, who are crying in faith to you: hasten to intercede and speed now to supplicate, as a protection for all time, Theotokos, for those who honor you.

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