november 1, 2017
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Office 30 Anna Street
Worcester, MA 01604
Telephone: (508) 752-9150
Fax: (508) 753-5623
E-mail: [email protected]
Web page: www.stgeorgeworcester.org
Pastor’s Contact [email protected]
Hall Rental Information
The Hall at St. George: 508-752-9150
TONE: 5
EOTHINON: 11
VESPERS: 5 PM
CHURCH SCHOOL: 9 AM
MATINS: 9 AM
CONFESSION: 9:15-9:45 AM
DIVINE LITURGY: 10 AM
Saint George Orthodox Cathedral
Rev. Fr. Milad Selim, Dean
Rev. Fr. Seraphim Solof
Rev. Dn. Anthony Payne
St. George Orthodox Cathedral Bulletin - November 1, 2017—Published Weekly
St. George Orthodox Cathedral, 30 Anna Street, Worcester, MA 01604
We are happy to welcome visitors to the Orthodox Church. We are blessed by your
presence. Because the Orthodox Church understands communion to be the union of its
membership, only those Orthodox Christians who have prepared properly should
approach the chalice for communion. Those who belong to other “communions”, but
would like to come into the Orthodox Church, should speak to one of our clergy to
begin preparation. Thank you for your respect and understanding.
Sunday November 5, 2017 ALTAR SERVERS: St. Matthew: Captain: Justin Wehbe Matthew Bechara, Justin Whelan, George Ouweijan, Sean-Patrick Houssan, Zachary Aster, Joseph Houssan, Lucas Gammal, James Sassine. Please dress appropriately including dress shoes and tie.
The Reading from the Epistle of St. Paul 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 crea-tion. Peace and mercy be upon all, who walk by this rule, upon the Israel of God. Hence-forth 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. The Reading from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke (16:19-31) The Lord said, “There was a rich man, who was clothed in purple and fine linen and who feasted sumptuously every day. And at his gate lay a poor man named Lazarus, full of sores, who desired to be fed with what fell from the rich man’s table; moreover, the dogs came and licked his sores. The poor man died and was carried by the angels to Abraham’s bosom. The rich man also died and was buried; and in Hades, being in torment, he lifted up his eyes, and saw Abraham far off and Lazarus in his bosom. And he called out, ‘Father Abraham, have mercy upon me, and send Lazarus to dip the end of his finger in water and cool my tongue; for I am in anguish in this flame.’ But Abraham said, ‘Son, remember that you in your lifetime received your good things, and Lazarus in like manner evil things; but now he is comforted here, and you are in anguish. And besides all this, between us and you a great chasm has been fixed, in order that those who would pass from here to you may not be able, and none may cross from there to us.’ And he said, ‘Then I beg you, father, to send him to my father’s house, for I have five brothers, so that he may warn them, lest they also come into this place of torment.’ But Abraham said, ‘They have Moses and the prophets; let them hear them.’ And he said, ‘No, father Abraham; but if someone goes to them from the dead, they will repent.’ He said to him, ‘If they do not hear Moses and the prophets, neither will they be convinced if someone should rise from the dead.’”
RESURRECTIONAL APOLYTIKION IN TONE FIVE Let us believers praise and worship the Word; coeternal with the Father and the Spirit, born of the Virgin for our salvation. For, He took pleasure in ascending the Cross in the flesh to suffer death; and to raise the dead by His glorious Resurrection.
KONTAKION FOR ORDINARY SUNDAYS IN TONE TWO O protection of Christians that cannot be put to shame, mediation unto the Creator most constant, O despise not the suppliant voices of those who have sinned; but be thou quick, O good one, to come unto our aid, who in faith cry unto thee: Hasten to intercession, and speed thou to make supplication, thou who dost ever protect, O Theotokos, them that honor thee.
St. Nicholas Gift Shop Be sure to visit our Gift Shop!
We are accepting Credit Cards and Debit Cards. We have Gift Certificates Available.
Featuring book of the month: The Orthodox Study Bible New Testament and Psalms. Regular price $32.99 On SALE for $25.00 EACH. Discovering Orthodox Christianity in the pages of the New Testament.
We have over 60 new books in stock for all ages. Also new merchandise great
gifts for all occasions, and MUCH MORE AT REASONABLE PRICES!!! Please stop by
and see.
Supporting St. Elias Orthodox Church in Lebanon: By the Grace of God, we were able to raise $10,000 for the building project of St. Elias Church. On behalf of their faithful community, I thank everyone who participated and supported this important outreach event. For more information, please feel free to contact Fr. Milad.
Announcements Women’s Club: Our meeting is November 7th and our Guest Speaker is Dr. Kerry Wilkins, who will be speaking on Autism. Family and friends are invited to join us that night. We will have 'coffee..and' instead of a dinner. There is no charge, but we would like reservations so that we may plan on enough seating for everyone. Please sign up at Coffee Hours on Sunday or contact Pam at [email protected]. Men’s Club: Thank you all for attending our Men's Club meeting and a special thanks for John Ibrahim and his team, he did an excellent job playing his aoud and singing. Our next Men's Club meeting will be on December 7, 2017 at 6 pm. Everyone is wel-come, men, women and children for our annual Lobster dinner. Save the date. Reservations are a must, so we may plan accordingly. There will not be any tick-ets at the door. For reservations please email George at [email protected] or call (774) 696-4174 or Bob Laham at (508) 366-3966 or e-mail [email protected] New to the Orthodox Church? Interested in learning more? Please join Fr. Seraphim for our Inquirer's Class, Sunday mornings immediately following the church school opening prayers at 9:00 AM. No previous knowledge required - no ques-tion turned away! Wish list: What is a wish list? A wish list is an itemized list of necessities for the Ca-thedral that we need to buy without affecting the operating budget. We are thankful to whomever is willing to donate these items. You can make your donation in memory of or for the health of your loved ones. We currently in need of a commercial barbecue grill with a cover ($3,500) to use for our parish dinners. If you would like to contribute the whole amount or make a donation towards it, you may contact George Elhoussan via phone at 774-696-4174 or email at: [email protected] or Fr. Milad at [email protected] November 12 Parish Dinner: “Respected Elders". Parish members 80 years and older will be honored that day. If you or your family member have not yet registered, please respond as soon as possible. The dinner is for all parishioners and friends. Reservations are being taken now for family and friends of our honorees ($10) Menu: Chicken, hushwee, vegetable, dessert. All reservations are requested be-fore November 5. Contact Pam at 508-769-8338 or [email protected] or at Coffee Hours on Sundays.
ST GEORGE WOMEN’S CLUB PARISH CHRISTMAS CARD
In keeping with the Yuletide spirit and with what has become a St. George tradition, we ask that you join us in support of our community’s Christmas Card. All proceeds will be combined with parishes throughout North America to benefit
this year’s Archdiocese Antiochian Women’s Project: ‘VOCATIONS’
Please fill out the form below so that we may include you among the subscribers.
Please include our name on the St George Christmas Card I have circled the donation amount
$100 $75 $50 $25 $10 Other $______
Enclosed is a check for $_________________
Phone____________________ Email_______________________________________
Please make checks payable to: St George Women’s Club and send to:
St George Women’s Club, 30 Anna Street, Worcester, MA 01604 Attention: Mary Ellen Swydan
Name(s) to be printed (please print clearly)
Please note: Your donation must be received no later than November 26, 2017
TRISAGION PRAYERS AND HOLY KURBAN IN LOVING MEMORY OF: - Our Father and Grandfather, Charles M. Dowd (13 years) from his family PRAYERS OF OBLATION IN LOVING MEMORY OF: - Betty Boosahda and Alfred Haddad from Richard and Gloria Rizkalla - George Mahassel, may his memory be eternal with love and prayers, Mabel R. Assad, Janice, Bill and Rachel Randolph, William B. Randolph, II, Joanna Dixon and Annabelle Randolph - Elizabeth Boosahda, may her memory be eternal, with love and prayers, Mabel R. Assad, Janice, Bill and Rachel Randolph, William B. Randolph, II, Joanna Dixon and Annabelle Randolph - Walter Haddad, memory eternal, from Roger Haddad - Sam Salem, Sr. from Alberta and Ken Milhem
PRAYERS OF OBLATION FOR THE HEALTH OF: - Fr. Seraphim, may god grant you many years from Richard and Gloria Rizkalla - Shyla, that you heal quickly, from your friend Alexa - Mabel R. Assad, God grant her many healthy and happy years ahead, with love and prayers, Janice, Bill and Rachel Randolph, William B. Randolph, II, Joanna Dixon and Annabelle Randolph, Marilyn Keller and Raymond J. MacKoul III - All of the members of the Forzley, MacKoul, Assad, Mariani and Debs families, God grant them many healthy and happy years ahead, with love and prayers, Janice, Bill and Rachel Randolph, William B. Randolph, II, Joanna Dixon and Annabelle Randolph, Marilyn Keller and Raymond J. MacKoul III - My husband, Ken Milhem from Alberta - My mother, Violet Salem, for her health and well being from Alberta and Ken Milhem Church School Announcement: Beginning on November 12th, Church School students will no longer sit with their teachers during the Diving Liturgy. Instead, all students will enter the Cathedral at 10 AM and sit with their parents. Students whose parents are not present at the Divine Liturgy will not be supervised by anyone. The purpose for this change is to allow and encourage families to worship together, developing a strong faith-based family bond. Thank you for your support and cooperation.
St. George Men’s Club will be hosting our annual Lobster
Supper on Thursday, December 7, 2017 at 6:00 PM.
2 lb. Boiled Lobster—$40
Baked Salmon—$25
Clam chowder, salad, calamari and dessert are also included.
All are invited (women too).
A children’s meal of cheese pizza, french fries, clam
chowder, salad and dessert will be available for $10.
Men’s Club Lobster Supper
THIS IS A RESERVATION ONLY EVENT.
Walk-ins will not be accepted.
Reservations can be made by check made payable to the
Men’s Club and mailed to St. George Orthodox Cathedral,
30 Anna Street, Worcester, MA 01604. Reservations must
be received no later than Monday, December 4. Please
contact George El-Houssan at [email protected]
or 774-696-4174 with any questions.
"Feeding the hungry is a greater work than raising the dead" (St. John Chrysostom)
8th Annual Christmas Food Baskets
Unload the truck on December 21st - 6 PM
Pack on December 22nd - 1 PM
Deliver on December 23rd - 9 AM
Reaching our goal of $10,000 will help feed 100 families in need!
Make a donation today in loving memory
OR for the health of your loved ones
Offered by: _____________________________________________________________________________________ In Memory of: _____________________________________________________________________________________ For the Health of: _____________________________________________________________________________________