The Liturgical Guide and Bulletin for Sunday, May 18th, 2025

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Sunday, May 18, 2025

 

 

Sunday of the Samaritan Woman

 

One of the most ancient cities of the Promised Land was Shechem, also called Sikima, located at the foot of Mount Gerazim. There the Israelites had heard the blessings in the days of Moses and Jesus of Navi. Near to this town, Jacob, who had come from Mesopotamia in the nineteenth century before Christ, bought a piece of land where there was a well. This well, preserved even until the time of Christ, was known as Jacob’s Well. Later, before he died in Egypt, he left that piece of land as a special inheritance to his son Joseph (Gen. 49:22). This town, before it was taken into possession by Samaria, was also the leading city of the kingdom of the ten tribes. In the time of the Romans it was called Neapolis, and at present Nablus. It was the first city in Canaan visited by the Patriarch Abraham. Here also, Jesus of Navi (Joshua) addressed the tribes of Israel for the last time. Almost three hundred years later, all Israel assembled there to make Roboam (Rehoboam) king.
When our Lord Jesus Christ, then, came at midday to this city, which is also called Sychar (John 4:5), He was wearied from the journey and the heat, and He sat down at this well. After a little while the Samaritan woman mentioned in today’s Gospel passage came to draw water. As she conversed at some length with the Lord and heard from Him secret things concerning herself, she believed in Him; through her many other Samaritans also believed.
Concerning the Samaritans we know the following: In the year 721 before Christ, Salmanasar (Shalmaneser), King of the Assyrians, took the ten tribes of the kingdom of Israel into captivity, and relocated all these people to Babylon and the land of the Medes. From there he gathered various nations and sent them to Samaria. These nations had been idolaters from before. Although they were later instructed in the Jewish faith and believed in the one God, they worshipped the idols also. Furthermore, they accepted only the Pentateuch of Moses, and rejected the other books of Holy Scripture. Nonetheless, they thought themselves to be descendants of Abraham and Jacob. Therefore, the pious Jews named these Judaizing and idolatrous peoples Samaritans, since they lived in Samaria, the former leading city of the Israelites, as well as in the other towns thereabout. The Jews rejected them as heathen and foreigners, and had no communion with them at all, as the Samaritan woman observed, “the Jews have no dealings with the Samaritans” (John 4:9). Therefore, the name Samaritan is used derisively many times in the Gospel narrations. After the Ascension of the Lord, and the descent of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, the woman of Samaria was baptized by the holy Apostles and became a great preacher and Martyr of Christ; she was called Photine, and her feast is kept on February 26.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  

Liturgical Guide

 

 

Apolytikion for Great and Holy Pascha in the Plagal First Mode
Χριστός ἀνέστη ἐκ νεκρῶν, θανάτῳ θάνατον πατήσας, καί τοῖς ἐν τοῖς μνήμασι ζωήν χαρισάμενος.
Christ is risen from the dead, by death, trampling down upon death, and to those in the tombs He has granted life.
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Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Fourth Mode
Τὸ φαιδρὸν τῆς Ἀναστάσεως κήρυγμα…
Having learned the joyful proclamation of the Resurrection from the Angel, and having cast off the ancestral condemnation, the women disciples of the Lord spake to the Apostles exultantly:  Death is despoiled and Christ God is risen, granting great mercy to the world.
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Apolytikion for Mid-Pentecost in the Plagal Fourth Mode
Μεσούσης τῆς ἑορτῆς…
At Mid-feast give Thou my thirsty soul to drink of the waters of piety; for Thou, O Saviour, didst cry out to all:  Whosoever is thirsty, let him come to Me and drink.  Wherefore, O Well-spring of life, Christ our God, glory be to Thee.
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Apolytikion of St. Demetrios in the Third Mode
Μέγαν εύρατο εv τοίς κιvδύvοις …
Greatness has been found in danger.  You are champion of the world.  A victor who could turn the nations back.  You boldly encouraged Nestor to defeat Lyaeus in the arena.  Therefore, holy great martyr Demetrios, intercede with Christ our God, to grant us His great mercy.

Seasonal Kontakion in the Plagal Fourth Mode
Εἰ καὶ ἐν τάφῳ κατῆλθες ἀθάνατε…
Though You went down into the tomb, You destroyed Hades’ power, and You rose the victor, Christ God, saying to the myrrh-bearing women, “Hail!” and granting peace to Your disciples, You who raise up the fallen.
Reading is under copyright and is used with permission, all rights reserved by Narthex Press

Epistle Reading

 

Prokeimenon. Fourth Mode. Psalm 103.24,1.
O Lord, how manifold are your works. You have made all things in wisdom.
Verse: Bless the Lord, O my soul.

The reading is from Acts of the Apostles 11:19-30

In those days, those apostles who were scattered because of the persecution that arose over Stephen traveled as far as Phoenicia and Cyprus and Antioch, speaking the word to none except Jews. But there were some of them, men of Cyprus and Cyrene, who on coming to Antioch spoke to the Greeks also, preaching the Lord Jesus. And the hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number that believed turned to the Lord. News of this came to the ears of the church in Jerusalem, and they sent Barnabas to Antioch. When he came and saw the grace of God, he was glad; and he exhorted them all to remain faithful to the Lord with steadfast purpose; for he was a good man, full of the Holy Spirit and of faith. And a large company was added to the Lord. So Barnabas went to Tarsus to look for Saul; and when he had found him, he brought him to Antioch. For a whole year they met with the church, and taught a large company of people; and in Antioch the disciples were for the first time called Christians. Now in these days prophets came down from Jerusalem to Antioch. And one of them named Agabos stood up and foretold by the Spirit that there would be a great famine over all the world; and this took place in the days of Claudius. And the disciples determined, every one according to his ability, to send relief to the brethren who lived in Judea, and they did so, sending it to the elders by the hand of Barnabas and Saul.

Gospel Reading

 

John 4:5-42

At that time, Jesus came to a city of Samaria, called Sychar, near the field that Jacob gave to his son Joseph. Jacob’s well was there, and so Jesus, wearied as he was with his journey, sat down beside the well. It was about the sixth hour.There came a woman of Samaria to draw water. Jesus said to her, “Give me a drink.” For his disciples had gone away into the city to buy food. The Samaritan woman said to him, “How is it that you, a Jew, ask a drink of me, a woman of Samaria?” For Jews have no dealings with Samaritans. Jesus answered her, “If you knew the gift of God, and who it is that is saying to you, ‘Give me a drink,’ you would have asked him and he would have given you living water.” The woman said to him, “Sir, you have nothing to draw with, and the well is deep; where do you get that living water? Are you greater than our father Jacob, who gave us the well, and drank from it himself, and his sons, and his cattle?” Jesus said to her, “Everyone who drinks of this water will thirst again, but whoever drinks of the water that I shall give him will never thirst; the water that I shall give him will become in him a spring of water welling up to eternal life.” The woman said to him, “Sir, give me this water, that I may not thirst, nor come here to draw.”Jesus said to her, “Go, call your husband, and come here.” The woman answered him, “I have no husband.” Jesus said to her, “You are right in saying, ‘I have no husband’; for you have had five husbands, and he whom you now have is not your husband; this you said truly.” The woman said to him, “Sir, I perceive that you are a prophet. Our fathers worshiped on this mountain; and you say that Jerusalem is the place where men ought to worship.” Jesus said to her, “Woman, believe me, the hour is coming when neither on this mountain nor in Jerusalem will you worship the Father. You worship what you do not know; we worship what we know, for salvation is from the Jews. But the hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for such the Father seeks to worship him. God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth.” The woman said to him, “I know that the Messiah is coming (he who is called Christ); when he comes, he will show us all things.” Jesus said to her, “I who speak to you am he.”Just then his disciples came. They marveled that he was talking with a woman, but none said, “What do you wish?” or, “Why are you talking with her?” So the woman left her water jar, and went away into the city and said to the people, “Come, see a man who told me all that I ever did. Can this be the Christ?” They went out of the city and were coming to him.Meanwhile the disciples besought him, saying “Rabbi, eat.” But he said to them, “I have food to eat of which you do not know.” So the disciples said to one another, “Has anyone brought him food?” Jesus said to them, “My food is to do the will of him who sent me, and to accomplish his work. Do you not say, ‘There are yet four months, then comes the harvest’? I tell you, lift up your eyes, and see how the fields are already white for harvest. He who reaps receives wages, and gathers fruit for eternal life, so that sower and reaper may rejoice together. For here the saying holds true, ‘One sows and another reaps.’ I sent you to reap that for which you did not labor; others have labored, and you have entered into their labor.”Many Samaritans from that city believed in him because of the woman’s testimony. “He told me all that I ever did.” So when the Samaritans came to him, they asked him to stay with them; and he stayed there two days. And many more believed because of his word. They said to the woman, “It is no longer because of your words that we believe, for we have heard ourselves, and we know that this is indeed Christ the Savior of the world.”

Memorial Prayer

Mary Carratt (1 year) Survived by her children Catherine (Gene) Whiddon, Christine (Jacques) Watters, Gus Carratt and their families.

Efstathios Visvardis (1 year) Survived by his wife, children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, siblings, extended family and friends.

Trisagion Prayer

George Jimokas (6 years) Survived by his wife Judith.

Catherine Lycouris Survived by her son Steve and her grandsons Alexander and Constantine.

40 Day Baby Blessing

 

Chris and Esthel Brennan present MaKenna Isla for the 40 day blessing.

Announcements

 

Storage Building Campaign

Our community embarked on an epic rebuilding journey 12 years ago.  It started with the Kandaras hall and kitchen renovation.  In 2018 we completed the large hall renovation followed in 2021 by the Sunday School renovation, the repair and painting of the church building in 2022 and most recently the fence project completed just months ago.  Now, as we approach the finish line, our sights are set on the last big piece of the puzzle.  A storage building.

 

 

Stewardship
We remind everyone to pledge for year 2025.  Please send in the stewardship form you received in the mail or pledge here https://stdemetrios.org/our-parish/stewardship/stewardship-form/
Thank you!

 

Prosforo
Anyone able to bake Prosforo please do so.  With the prosforo, submit the names of the living and the dead for the proskomide.

Altar Help Wanted
Father Peter needs help in the altar on Sundays and with Sacraments. Compensation is available subject to ability and time provided. If interested and for more information, please speak with Fr. Peter or a Parish Council member.

Agape
Χριστός Ανέστη!
You are cordially invited to the Agape luncheon at 11:30 AM  on Tuesday 5/20/25.  Come share a delectable lunch, snacks, coffee, beverages and dessert. Entrance $10.00. Your friends are welcome.

 

“FINDING JOY IN THE JOURNEY”

— A comprehensive look at Alzheimer’s and Dementia.
Mark your calendar now for Thursday evening, May 15, 2025.  Details to follow.  Kandaras Hall, Sponsored by Philoptochos.  See Athena or Juanita.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BINGO…SATURDAY,   MAY 31ST, AT 12 NOON.  Doors open at 11:30am. Join us for BINGO.  
  
Get 2 BINGO cards at the door for $7.00.  Many gift prizes, 50/50 raffle, plus refreshments. Supporting Covenant House and other local charities.  Invite your neighbors and friends.  Join us for a relaxing afternoon of fun, family, friends, & food!!  Sponsored by Philoptochos.
See you on Saturday, MAY 31ST at 11:30am. 

SCHOLARSHIP NEWS – APPLICATIONS OPEN

The Scholarship Committee manages the application, selection and award process for young people who are part of the St. Demetrios Church congregation.  Funding for scholarships come from fundraising events, donations and estate endowments:
·         Dr. Helene Tzitsikas Endowed Scholarship – for students enrolled in higher education. Must meet requirements established by estate.
·         Three Hierarchs Scholarship – established by Drs. Anthony & Joyce Kales for graduating high school seniors enrolled in higher education and in the 10% of their class ranking.   Must meet requirements established for this scholarship.
·         St. Demetrios Award of Excellence – monetary awards to students enrolled in higher education as funding permits.
·         Mary Kandaras Scholarship – supports tuition for 2 students to attend St. Stephen’s Summer Camp.
·         Philoptochos Scholarship – The Saint Elpis Chapter of the Ladies Philoptochos supports tuition for 1 student to attend St. Stephen’s summer Camp.
.Applications for the Dr. Helene Tzitsikas Scholarship, as well as applications for St. Stephen’s Summer Camp are available on St. Demetrios website http://www.stdemetrios.org under the heading of “Ministries”.  Information about St. Stephen’s Camp can be found on their website St. Stephen’s Summer Camp – Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Atlanta – Atlanta, GA (atlmetropolis.org). Applications for St. Stephen’s Camp open on March 20th.
Applications for the Three Hierarchs Scholarship will be available online.  Presently, hard copies of the application are available at the Church Office 954-467-1515 Monday – Thursday. Or, download the application below.
Previous award recipients may reapply, however new applicants will be given preference.
Deadlines for all applications are May 15, 2025.

 

 

 

 

 

Caregiver Support Group-Register Now

 

 

Calendar

 

 

Thursday        5/15    
7:00pm                                 Presentation on Dementia and Azheimer’s

Friday              5/16           
7:00pm                                Zumba

Sunday            5/18      
8:45am/10:00am                Orthros/Divine Liturgy
After Communion               Sunday School

Monday           5/19                  
4:15pm                                   Beginner Greek School
7:00pm                                  Intermediate Greek School-online

Tuesday          5/20
11:30am                                Agape

Thursday        5/22    
7:00pm                                 Advanced Greek- online

Sunday            5/25      
8:45am/10:00am                Orthros/Divine Liturgy

 

 

         

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Liturgical Guide and Bulletin for Sunday, May 11th, 2025

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Sunday, May 11, 2025

 

Happy Mother’s Day!

 

 

Sunday of the Paralytic

 

Close to the Sheep’s Gate in Jerusalem, there was a pool, which was called the Sheep’s Pool.  It had round about it five porches, that is, five sets of pillars supporting a domed roof.  Under this roof there lay very many sick people with various maladies, awaiting the moving of the water.  The first to step in after the troubling of the water was healed immediately of whatever malady he had.
It was there that the paralytic of today’s Gospel way lying, tormented by his infirmity of thirty-eight years. When Christ beheld him, He asked him, “Wilt thou be made whole?” And he answered with a quiet and meek voice, “Sir, I have no man, when the water is troubled, to put me into the pool.”  The Lord said unto him, “Rise, take up thy bed, and walk.”  And straightaway the man was made whole and took up his bed.  Walking in the presence of all, he departed rejoicing to his own house.  According to the expounders of the Gospels, the Lord Jesus healed this paralytic during the days of the Passover, when He had gone to Jerusalem for the Feast, and dwelt there teaching and working miracles.  According to Saint John the Evangelist, this miracle took place on the Sabbath.

 

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Liturgical Guide

 

 

Apolytikion for Great and Holy Pascha in the Plagal First Mode
Χριστός ἀνέστη ἐκ νεκρῶν, θανάτῳ θάνατον πατήσας, καί τοῖς ἐν τοῖς μνήμασι ζωήν χαρισάμενος.
Christ is risen from the dead, by death, trampling down upon death, and to those in the tombs He has granted life.
Reading is under copyright and is used with permission, all rights reserved by Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Third Mode
Εὐφραινέσθω τὰ οὐράνια…
Let the Heavens rejoice; let earthly things be glad; for the Lord hath wrought might with His arm, He hath trampled upon death by death.  The first-born of the dead hath He become.  From the belly of Hades hath He delivered us, and hath granted great mercy to the world.
Reading is under copyright and is used with permission, all rights reserved by Holy Transfiguration Monastery

Apolytikion of St. Demetrios in the Third Mode
Μέγαν εύρατο εv τοίς κιvδύvοις …
Greatness has been found in danger.  You are champion of the world.  A victor who could turn the nations back.  You boldly encouraged Nestor to defeat Lyaeus in the arena.  Therefore, holy great martyr Demetrios, intercede with Christ our God, to grant us His great mercy.

Seasonal Kontakion in the Plagal Fourth Mode
Εἰ καὶ ἐν τάφῳ κατῆλθες ἀθάνατε…
Though You went down into the tomb, You destroyed Hades’ power, and You rose the victor, Christ God, saying to the myrrh-bearing women, “Hail!” and granting peace to Your disciples, You who raise up the fallen.
Reading is under copyright and is used with permission, all rights reserved by Narthex Press

Epistle Reading

 

Prokeimenon. Third Mode. Psalm 46.6,1.
Sing praises to our God, sing praises.
Verse: Clap your hands, all you nations.

The reading is from Acts of the Apostles 9:32-42

In those days, as Peter went here and there among them all, he came down also to the saints that lived at Lydda. There he found a man named Aeneas, who had been bedridden for eight years and was paralyzed. And Peter said to him, “Aeneas, Jesus Christ heals you; rise and make your bed.” And immediately he rose. And all the residents of Lydda and Sharon saw him, and they turned to the Lord. Now there was at Joppa a disciple named Tabitha, which means Dorcas. She was full of good works and acts of charity. In those days she fell sick and died; and when they had washed her, they laid her in an upper room. Since Lydda was near Joppa, the disciples, hearing that Peter was there, sent two men to him entreating him, “Please come to us without delay.” So Peter rose and went with them. And when he had come, they took him to the upper room. All the widows stood beside him weeping, and showing tunics and other garments which Dorcas made while she was with them. But Peter put them all outside and knelt down and prayed; then turning to the body he said, “Tabitha, rise.” And she opened her eyes, and when she saw Peter she sat up. And he gave her his hand and lifted her up. Then calling the saints and widows he presented her alive. And it became known throughout all Joppa, and many believed in the Lord.

 

Gospel Reading

 

John 5:1-15
At that time, Jesus went up to Jerusalem. Now there is in Jerusalem by the Sheep Gate a pool, in Hebrew called Bethesda which has five porticoes. In these lay a multitude of invalids, blind, lame, paralyzed, waiting for the moving of the water; for an angel of the Lord went down at certain seasons into the pool, and troubled the water; whoever stepped in first after the troubling of the water was healed of whatever disease he had. One man was there, who had been ill for thirty-eight years. When Jesus saw him and knew that he had been lying there a long time, he said to him, “Do you want to be healed?” The sick man answered him, “Sir, I have no man to put me into the pool when the water is troubled, and while I am going another steps down before me.” Jesus said to him, “Rise, take up your pallet, and walk.” And at once the man was healed, and he took up his pallet and walked.Now that day was the sabbath. So the Jews said to the man who was cured, “It is the sabbath, it is not lawful for you to carry your pallet.” But he answered them, “The man who healed me said to me, ‘Take up your pallet, and walk.’ “They asked him, “Who is the man who said to you, ‘Take up your pallet, and walk’?” Now the man who had been healed did not know who it was, for Jesus had withdrawn, as there was a crowd in the place. Afterward, Jesus found him in the temple, and said to him, “See, you are well! Sin no more, that nothing worse befall you.” The man went away and told the Jews that it was Jesus who had healed him.

Trisagion Prayer

Evangeline Maheras (6 months) Survived by her husband Gus and their family.

William Nestor (1 year) Brother of Ted and Helen Nestor and family.

Betty Kapakos (8 years) Survived by her children and her grandchildren.

Maria Konstantinidis (13 years) Survived by her husband, her children, her grandchildren, and her siblings.

Katina Maounis (15 years) Survived by her daughter Zoi (Vito) and her grandson Michael.

40 Day Baby Blessing

 

Constantine and Victoria Bakalis present Athena Victoria.

Announcements

 

Storage Building Campaign

Our community embarked on an epic rebuilding journey 12 years ago.  It started with the Kandaras hall and kitchen renovation.  In 2018 we completed the large hall renovation followed in 2021 by the Sunday School renovation, the repair and painting of the church building in 2022 and most recently the fence project completed just months ago.  Now, as we approach the finish line, our sights are set on the last big piece of the puzzle.  A storage building.

 

Flowers

In loving memory of her mom Katina Maounis, Zoi DeTuro has donated the flowers at the Altar.

 

Stewardship

We remind everyone to pledge for year 2025.  Please send in the stewardship form you received in the mail or pledge here https://stdemetrios.org/our-parish/stewardship/stewardship-form/
Thank you!

Prosforo

Anyone able to bake Prosforo please do so.

Altar Help Wanted

Father Peter needs help in the altar on Sundays and with Sacraments. Compensation is available subject to ability and time provided. If interested and for more information, please speak with Fr. Peter or a Parish Council member.

 

 

Agape

Χριστός Ανέστη!
You are cordially invited to the Agape luncheon at 11:30 AM  on Tuesday 5/20/25.  Come share a delectable lunch, snacks, coffee, beverages and dessert. Entrance $10.00. Your friends are welcome.

 

 

“FINDING JOY IN THE JOURNEY”

— A comprehensive look at Alzheimer’s and Dementia.
Mark your calendar now for Thursday evening, May 15, 2025.  Details to follow.  Kandaras Hall, Sponsored by Philoptochos.  See Athena or Juanita.

 

 

 

 

 

 

SCHOLARSHIP NEWS – APPLICATIONS OPEN

The Scholarship Committee manages the application, selection and award process for young people who are part of the St. Demetrios Church congregation.  Funding for scholarships come from fundraising events, donations and estate endowments:
·         Dr. Helene Tzitsikas Endowed Scholarship – for students enrolled in higher education. Must meet requirements established by estate.
·         Three Hierarchs Scholarship – established by Drs. Anthony & Joyce Kales for graduating high school seniors enrolled in higher education and in the 10% of their class ranking.   Must meet requirements established for this scholarship.
·         St. Demetrios Award of Excellence – monetary awards to students enrolled in higher education as funding permits.
·         Mary Kandaras Scholarship – supports tuition for 2 students to attend St. Stephen’s Summer Camp.
·         Philoptochos Scholarship – The Saint Elpis Chapter of the Ladies Philoptochos supports tuition for 1 student to attend St. Stephen’s summer Camp.
.Applications for the Dr. Helene Tzitsikas Scholarship, as well as applications for St. Stephen’s Summer Camp are available on St. Demetrios website http://www.stdemetrios.org under the heading of “Ministries”.  Information about St. Stephen’s Camp can be found on their website St. Stephen’s Summer Camp – Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Atlanta – Atlanta, GA (atlmetropolis.org). Applications for St. Stephen’s Camp open on March 20th.
Applications for the Three Hierarchs Scholarship will be available online.  Presently, hard copies of the application are available at the Church Office 954-467-1515 Monday – Thursday. Or, download the application below.
Previous award recipients may reapply, however new applicants will be given preference.
Deadlines for all applications are May 15, 2025.

 

 

 

 

 

Caregiver Support Group-Register Now

 

 

Calendar

 

 

Thursday        5/8

7:00pm                                      Advanced Greek-online

Friday             5/9                 GOYA Olympics

Saturday        5/10              GOYA Olympics

Sunday            5/11       
8:45am/10:00am                  Orthros/Divine Liturgy
After Communion                 Sunday School

Monday           5/12                  
4:15pm                                   Beginner Greek School
7:00pm                                  Intermediate Greek School-online

Wednesday    5/14
7:00pm                                 Calendar Planning Meeting

Thursday        5/15    
7:00pm                                 Presentation on Dementia and Azheimer’s

Friday              5/16           
7:00pm                                Zumba

Sunday            5/18      
8:45am/10:00am                Orthros/Divine Liturgy
After Communion               Sunday School

 

 

 

         

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Liturgical Guide and Bulletin for Sunday, May 4th, 2025

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Sunday, May 4, 2025

 

 

Sunday of the Myrrh-Bearing Women

 

About the beginning of His thirty-second year, when the Lord Jesus was going throughout Galilee, preaching and working miracles, many women who had received of His beneficence left their own homeland and from then on followed after Him.  They ministered unto Him out of their own possessions, even until His crucifixion and entombment; and afterwards, neither losing faith in Him after His death, nor fearing the wrath of the Jewish rulers, they came to the sepulchre, bearing the myrrh-oils they had prepared to annoint His body.  It is because of the myrrh-oils, that these God-loving women brought to the tomb of Jesus that they are called the Myrrh-bearers.  Of those whose names are known are the following:  first of all, the most holy Virgin Mary, who in Matthew 27:56 and Mark 15:40 is called “the mother of James and Joses” (these are the sons of Joseph by a previous marriage, and she was therefore their step-mother); Mary Magdalene (celebrated July 22); Mary, the wife of Clopas; Joanna, wife of Chouza, a steward of Herod Antipas; Salome, the mother of the sons of Zebedee, Mary and Martha, the sisters of Lazarus; and Susanna.  As for the names of the rest of them, the evangelists have kept silence (Matt 27:55-56; 28:1-10. Mark 15:40-41. Luke 8:1-3; 23:55-24:11, 22-24. John 19:25; 20:11-18. Acts 1:14).
Together with them we celebrate also the secret disciples of the Saviour, Joseph and Nicodemus.  Of these, Nicodemus was probably a Jerusalemite, a prominent leader among the Jews and of the order of the Pharisees, learned in the Law and instructed in the Holy  Scriptures.  He had believed in Christ when, at the beginning of our Saviour’s preaching of salvation, he came to Him by night.  Furthermore, he brought some one hundred pounds of myrrh-oils and an aromatic mixture of aloes and spices out of reverence and love for the divine Teacher (John 19:39).  Joseph, who was from the city of Arimathea, was a wealthy and noble man, and one of the counsellors who were in Jerusalem.  He went boldly unto Pilate and asked for the body of Jesus, and together with Nicodemus he gave Him burial.  Since time did not permit the preparation of another tomb, he placed the Lord’s body in his own tomb which was hewn out of rock, as the Evangelist says (Matt. 27:60).

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Liturgical Guide

 

 

Apolytikion for Great and Holy Pascha in the Plagal First Mode
Χριστός ἀνέστη ἐκ νεκρῶν, θανάτῳ θάνατον πατήσας, καί τοῖς ἐν τοῖς μνήμασι ζωήν χαρισάμενος.
Christ is risen from the dead, by death, trampling down upon death, and to those in the tombs He has granted life.
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Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Second Mode
Ὅτε κατῆλθες πρὸς τὸν θάνατον,…
When Thou didst descend unto death, O Life Immortal, then didst Thou slay Hades with the lightning of Thy Divinity.  And when Thou didst also raise the dead out of the nethermost depths, all the powers in the Heavens cried out:  O Life-giver, Christ our God, glory be to Thee.
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Apolytikion for Holy Myrrhbearers Sunday in the Second Mode
Ὁ εὐσχήμων Ἰωσήφ…
The noble Joseph, taking Thine immaculate Body down from the Tree, and having wrapped It in pure linen and spices, laid It for burial in a new tomb.  But on the third day Thou didst arise, O Lord, granting great mercy to the world.
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Apolytikion for Holy Myrrhbearers Sunday in the Second Mode
Ταῖς Μυροφόροις Γυναιξί…
Unto the myrrh-bearing women did the Angel cry out as he stood by the grave:  Myrrh oils are meet for the dead, but Christ hath proved to be a stranger to corruption.  But cry out:  The Lord is risen, granting great mercy to the world.
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Apolytikion of St. Demetrios in the Third Mode
Μέγαν εύρατο εv τοίς κιvδύvοις …
Greatness has been found in danger.  You are champion of the world.  A victor who could turn the nations back.  You boldly encouraged Nestor to defeat Lyaeus in the arena.  Therefore, holy great martyr Demetrios, intercede with Christ our God, to grant us His great mercy.

Seasonal Kontakion in the Plagal Fourth Mode
Εἰ καὶ ἐν τάφῳ κατῆλθες ἀθάνατε…
Though You went down into the tomb, You destroyed Hades’ power, and You rose the victor, Christ God, saying to the myrrh-bearing women, “Hail!” and granting peace to Your disciples, You who raise up the fallen.
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Epistle Reading

 

Prokeimenon. Second Mode. Psalm 117.14,18.
The Lord is my strength and my song.
Verse: The Lord has chastened me sorely.

The reading is from Acts of the Apostles 6:1-7

In those days, when the disciples were increasing in number, the Hellenists murmured against the Hebrews because their widows were neglected in the daily distribution. And the twelve summoned the body of the disciples and said, “it is not right that we should give up preaching the word of God to serve tables. Therefore, brethren, pick out from among you seven men of good repute, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we may appoint to this duty. But we will devote ourselves to prayer and to the ministry of the word.” And what they said pleased the whole multitude, and they chose Stephen, a man full of faith and of the Holy Spirit, and Philip, and Prochoros, and Nicanor, and Timon, and Parmenas, and Nicolaos, a proselyte of Antioch. These they set before the apostles, and they prayed and laid their hands upon them. And the word of God increased; and the number of the disciples multiplied greatly in Jerusalem, and a great many of the priests were obedient to the faith.

 

Gospel Reading

 

Mark 15:43-47; 16:1-8

At that time, Joseph of Arimathea, a respected member of the council, who was also himself looking for the kingdom of God, took courage and went to Pilate, and asked for the body of Jesus. And Pilate wondered if he were already dead; and summoning the centurion, he asked him whether he was already dead. And when he learned from the centurion that he was dead, he granted the body to Joseph. And he bought a linen shroud, and taking him down, wrapped him in the linen shroud, and laid him in a tomb which had been hewn out of the rock; and he rolled a stone against the door of the tomb. Mary Magdalene and Mary the mother of Joses saw where he was laid.And when the sabbath was past, Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James, and Salome, bought spices, so that they might go and anoint him. And very early on the first day of the week they went to the tomb when the sun had risen. And they were saying to one another, “Who will roll away the stone for us from the door of the tomb?” And looking up, they saw that the stone was rolled back; for it was very large. And entering the tomb, they saw a young man sitting on the right side, dressed in a white robe; and they were amazed. And he said to them, “Do not be amazed; you seek Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified. He has risen, he is not here; see the place where they laid him. But go, tell his disciples and Peter that he is going before you to Galilee; there you will see him, as he told you.” And they went out and fled from the tomb; for trembling and astonishment had come upon them; and they said nothing to anyone, for they were afraid.

Trisagion Prayer

Stephen Barakakos (8 years) and Maria Barakakos (10 years) Parents of Efi Barakakos.

Dimitrios Haronitis (26 years) Husband of Efi Barakakos.

 

Announcements

Storage Building Campaign

Our community embarked on an epic rebuilding journey 12 years ago.  It started with the Kandaras hall and kitchen renovation.  In 2018 we completed the large hall renovation followed in 2021 by the Sunday School renovation, the repair and painting of the church building in 2022 and most recently the fence project completed just months ago.  Now, as we approach the finish line, our sights are set on the last big piece of the puzzle.  A storage building.

 

 

Stewardship

We remind everyone to pledge for year 2025.  Please send in the stewardship form you received in the mail or pledge here https://stdemetrios.org/our-parish/stewardship/stewardship-form/
Thank you!

Prosforo

Anyone able to bake Prosforo please do so.

Altar Help Wanted

Father Peter needs help in the altar on Sundays and with Sacraments. Compensation is available subject to ability and time provided. If interested and for more information, please speak with Fr. Peter or a Parish Council member.

 

 

Agape

Χριστός Ανέστη!
You are cordially invited to the Agape luncheon at 11:30 AM  on Tuesday 5/20/25.  Come share a delectable lunch, snacks, coffee, beverages and dessert. Entrance $10.00. Your friends are welcome.

 

 

“FINDING JOY IN THE JOURNEY”

— A comprehensive look at Alzheimer’s and Dementia.
Mark your calendar now for Thursday evening, May 15, 2025.  Details to follow.  Kandaras Hall, Sponsored by Philoptochos.  See Athena or Juanita.

 

 

 

 

 

SCHOLARSHIP NEWS – APPLICATIONS OPEN
The Scholarship Committee manages the application, selection and award process for young people who are part of the St. Demetrios Church congregation.  Funding for scholarships come from fundraising events, donations and estate endowments:
·         Dr. Helene Tzitsikas Endowed Scholarship – for students enrolled in higher education. Must meet requirements established by estate.
·         Three Hierarchs Scholarship – established by Drs. Anthony & Joyce Kales for graduating high school seniors enrolled in higher education and in the 10% of their class ranking.   Must meet requirements established for this scholarship.
·         St. Demetrios Award of Excellence – monetary awards to students enrolled in higher education as funding permits.
·         Mary Kandaras Scholarship – supports tuition for 2 students to attend St. Stephen’s Summer Camp.
·         Philoptochos Scholarship – The Saint Elpis Chapter of the Ladies Philoptochos supports tuition for 1 student to attend St. Stephen’s summer Camp.
.Applications for the Dr. Helene Tzitsikas Scholarship, as well as applications for St. Stephen’s Summer Camp are available on St. Demetrios website http://www.stdemetrios.org under the heading of “Ministries”.  Information about St. Stephen’s Camp can be found on their website St. Stephen’s Summer Camp – Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Atlanta – Atlanta, GA (atlmetropolis.org). Applications for St. Stephen’s Camp open on March 20th.
Applications for the Three Hierarchs Scholarship will be available online.  Presently, hard copies of the application are available at the Church Office 954-467-1515 Monday – Thursday. Or, download the application below.
Previous award recipients may reapply, however new applicants will be given preference.
Deadlines for all applications are May 15, 2025.

 

 

 

 

 

Caregiver Support Group-Register Now

 

St. Demetrios Church Youth Ministries 2024-2025 School Year

 

Calendar

 

 

Sunday            5/4        
8:45am/10:00am                Orthros/Divine Liturgy
After Communion               Sunday School
After Sunday School           GOYA Meeting

Monday           5/5                  
4:15pm                                   Beginner Greek School
7:00pm                                  Intermediate Greek School-online

Tuesday           5/6
7:00pm                                 AHEPA Meeting

Wednesday    5/7
6:00pm                                 DOP Meeting

Thursday        5/8    
7:00pm                                 Advanced Greek-online

Friday              5/9           GOYA Olympics

Saturday         5/10        GOYA Olympics

Sunday            5/11      
8:45am/10:00am                Orthros/Divine Liturgy
After Communion               Sunday School

 

 

 

 

         

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Liturgical Guide and Bulletin for Sunday, April 27th, 2025

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Sunday, April 27, 2025

 

 

Thomas Sunday

 

Though the doors were shut at the dwelling where the disciples were gathered for fear of the Jews on the evening of the Sunday after the Passover, our Saviour wondrously entered and stood in their midst, and greeted them with His customary words, “Peace be unto you.”  Then He showed unto them His hands and feet and side; furthermore, in their presence, He took some fish and a honeycomb and ate before them, and thus assured them of His bodily Resurrection.  But Thomas, who was not then present with the others, did not believe their testimony concerning Christ’s Resurrection, but said in a decisive manner, “Except I shall see in His hands the print of the nails, and put my finger into the print of the nails, and thrust my hand into His side, I will not believe.”  Wherefore after eight days, that is, on this day, when the disciples were again gathered together and Thomas was with them, the Lord Jesus came while the doors were shut, as He did formerly.  Standing in their midst, He said, “Peace be unto you”; then He said to Thomas, “Bring hither thy finger, and behold my hands; and bring hither thy hand, and thrust it into My side: and be not unbelieving, but believing.”
And Thomas, beholding and examining carefully the hands and side of the Master, cried out with faith, “My Lord and my God.”  Thus he clearly proclaimed the two natures – human and divine – of the God-man (Luke 24:36-49; John 20:19-29).
This day is called Antipascha (meaning “in the stead of Pascha,” not  “in opposition to Pascha”) because with this day, the first Sunday after Pascha, the Church consecrates every Sunday of the year to the commemoration of Pascha, that is, the Resurrection.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Liturgical Guide

 

 

Apolytikion for Great and Holy Pascha in the Plagal First Mode
Χριστός ἀνέστη ἐκ νεκρῶν, θανάτῳ θάνατον πατήσας, καί τοῖς ἐν τοῖς μνήμασι ζωήν χαρισάμενος.
Christ is risen from the dead, by death, trampling down upon death, and to those in the tombs He has granted life.
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Apolytikion for Thomas Sunday in the Grave Mode
Ἐσφραγισμένου τοῦ μνήματος ἡ ζωὴ ἐκ τάφου ἀνέτειλας…
Whilst the tomb was sealed, Thou, O Life, didst shine forth from the grave, O Christ God; and whilst the doors were shut, Thou didst come unto Thy disciples, O Resurrection of all, renewing through them an upright Spirit in us according to Thy great mercy.
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Seasonal Kontakion in the Plagal Fourth Mode
Εἰ καὶ ἐν τάφῳ κατῆλθες ἀθάνατε…
Though You went down into the tomb, You destroyed Hades’ power, and You rose the victor, Christ God, saying to the myrrh-bearing women, “Hail!” and granting peace to Your disciples, You who raise up the fallen.
Reading is under copyright and is used with permission, all rights reserved by Narthex Press

Epistle Reading

 

Prokeimenon. Fourth Mode. 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 Acts of the Apostles 5:12-20

In those days, many signs and wonders were done among the people by the hands of the apostles. And they were all together in Solomon’s Portico. None of the rest dared join them, but the people held them in high honor. And more than ever believers were added to the Lord, multitudes both of men and women, so that they even carried out the sick into the streets, and laid them on beds and pallets, that as Peter came by at least his shadow might fall on some of them. The people also gathered from the towns around Jerusalem, bringing the sick and those afflicted with unclean spirits, and they were all healed. But the high priest rose up and all who were with him, that is, the party of the Sadducees, and filled with jealousy they arrested the apostles and put them in the common prison. But at night an angel of the Lord opened the prison doors and brought them out and said, “Go and stand in the temple and speak to the people all the words of this Life.”

 

Gospel Reading

 

John 20:19-31

On the evening of that day, the first day of the week, the doors being shut where the disciples were for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and said to them, “Peace be with you.” When He had said this, He showed them His hands and His side. Then the disciples were glad when they saw the Lord. Jesus said to them again, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent Me, even so I send you.” And when He had said this, He breathed on them and said to them, “Receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven; if you retain the sins of any, they are retained.” Now Thomas, one of the twelve, called the Twin, was not with them when Jesus came. So the other disciples told him, “We have seen the Lord.” But he said to them, “Unless I see in His hands the print of the nails, and place my finger in the mark of the nails, and place my hand in His side, I will not believe.” Eight days later, His disciples were again in the house, and Thomas was with them. The doors were shut, but Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you.” Then He said to Thomas, “Put your finger here, and see My hands; and put out your hand, and place it in My side; do not be faithless, but believing.” Thomas answered Him, “My Lord and My God!” Jesus said to him, “Have you believed because you have seen Me? Blessed are those who have not seen and yet believe.” Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that believing, you may have life in His name.

Baby Blessing

Chrysoula and Haralambos Dragonas present Mihail for the 40 day blessing

 

 

Storage Building Campaign

Our community embarked on an epic rebuilding journey 12 years ago.  It started with the Kandaras hall and kitchen renovation.  In 2018 we completed the large hall renovation followed in 2021 by the Sunday School renovation, the repair and painting of the church building in 2022 and most recently the fence project completed just months ago.  Now, as we approach the finish line, our sights are set on the last big piece of the puzzle.  A storage building.

 

 

Stewardship

We remind everyone to pledge for year 2025.  Please send in the stewardship form you received in the mail or pledge here https://stdemetrios.org/our-parish/stewardship/stewardship-form/
Thank you!

Prosforo

Anyone able to bake Prosforo please do so.

Altar Help Wanted

Father Peter needs help in the altar on Sundays and with Sacraments. Compensation is available subject to ability and time provided. If interested and for more information, please speak with Fr. Peter or a Parish Council member.

 

BINGO…

SATURDAY, APRIL 26, AT 12 NOON.  Doors open at 11:30am. Join us for the EASTER BINGO Games.

Get 2 BINGO cards at the door for $7.00.  Many gift prizes, 50/50 raffle, plus refreshments. Supporting Covenant House and other local charities.  Invite your neighbors and friends.  Join us for a relaxing afternoon of fun, family, friends, & food!!  Sponsored by Philoptochos.
See you on Saturday, APRIL 26TH, at 11:30am.

 

Frappe and Loukoumades

Please support your HDF dance team during our Frappe and Loukoumades fundraiser this Sunday, April 27.  Your support will help the team to hire a live band to perform with, additional instruction or costumes.
Frappe $5     Sm Loukoumades $6     Lg Loukoumades $12

 

“FINDING JOY IN THE JOURNEY”

— A comprehensive look at Alzheimer’s and Dementia.
Mark your calendar now for Thursday evening, May 15, 2025.  Details to follow.  Kandaras Hall, Sponsored by Philoptochos.  See Athena or Juanita.

 

Get Involved – Join the Dance Advisory Committee

Do you have a child or grandchild actively participating in our dance program? Are you passionate about supporting and shaping the future of our dance community? If so, we invite you to join the Dance Advisory Committee (DAC). The DAC plays a vital role in enhancing our dance program by providing guidance and support to our instructors and dancers.  This is a wonderful opportunity to get involved, connect with other dance families, and help create a positive and enriching experience for our young dancers. We meet once a month or as needed if we have an event to prepare for.  If you have any questions, you can most certainly reach out to Christa Fitzgerald, 954-699-4892 or Danielle Smith, 954-478-3860.  If you are interested in joining the DAC, please submit your name, dancer(s) name and contact information (cell phone # and email address) to Kiki in the church office, kiki@stdemetrios.org. This post will be open from 4/1 through 4/30.

 

 

 

SCHOLARSHIP NEWS – APPLICATIONS OPEN
The Scholarship Committee manages the application, selection and award process for young people who are part of the St. Demetrios Church congregation.  Funding for scholarships come from fundraising events, donations and estate endowments:
·         Dr. Helene Tzitsikas Endowed Scholarship – for students enrolled in higher education. Must meet requirements established by estate.
·         Three Hierarchs Scholarship – established by Drs. Anthony & Joyce Kales for graduating high school seniors enrolled in higher education and in the 10% of their class ranking.   Must meet requirements established for this scholarship.
·         St. Demetrios Award of Excellence – monetary awards to students enrolled in higher education as funding permits.
·         Mary Kandaras Scholarship – supports tuition for 2 students to attend St. Stephen’s Summer Camp.
·         Philoptochos Scholarship – The Saint Elpis Chapter of the Ladies Philoptochos supports tuition for 1 student to attend St. Stephen’s summer Camp.
.Applications for the Dr. Helene Tzitsikas Scholarship, as well as applications for St. Stephen’s Summer Camp are available on St. Demetrios website http://www.stdemetrios.org under the heading of “Ministries”.  Information about St. Stephen’s Camp can be found on their website St. Stephen’s Summer Camp – Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Atlanta – Atlanta, GA (atlmetropolis.org). Applications for St. Stephen’s Camp open on March 20th.
Applications for the Three Hierarchs Scholarship will be available online.  Presently, hard copies of the application are available at the Church Office 954-467-1515 Monday – Thursday. Or, download the application below.
Previous award recipients may reapply, however new applicants will be given preference.
Deadlines for all applications are May 15, 2025.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Caregiver Support Group-Register Now

 

St. Demetrios Church Youth Ministries 2024-2025 School Year

 

Calendar

 

 

Saturday          4/26
12:00noon                            Bingo
3:00pm                                 AHEPA Backgammon Tournament

Sunday            4/27       
8:45am/10:00am                Orthros/Divine Liturgy
After Communion               Sunday School
After Liturgy                        Frappe and Loukoumades HDF Fundraiser

Monday           4/28                  
4:15pm                                   Beginner Greek School
7:00pm                                  Intermediate Greek School-online

Wednesday   4/30
6:00pm                                  Philoptochos Board Meeting

Thursday         5/1     
7:00pm                                 Advanced Greek-online

Sunday            5/4      
8:45am/10:00am                Orthros/Divine Liturgy
After Communion               Sunday School

 

 

 

 

         

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Liturgical Guide and Bulletin for Sunday, April 20th, 2025

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Sunday, April 20, 2025

 

 

Great and Holy Pascha

 

Mary Magdalene, and the other women who were present at the burial of our Saviour on Friday evening, returned from Golgotha to the city and prepared fragrant spices and myrrh, so that they might anoint the body of Jesus. On the morrow, because of the law which forbids work on the day of the Sabbath, they rested for the whole day. But at early dawn on the Sunday that followed, almost thirty-six hours since the death of the Life-giving Redeemer, they came to the sepulchre with the spices to anoint His body. While they were considering the difficulty of rolling away the stone from the door of the sepulchre, there was a fearful earthquake; and an Angel, whose countenance shone like lightning and whose garment was white as snow, rolled away the stone and sat upon it. The guards that were there became as dead from fear and took to flight. The women, however, went into the sepulchre, but did not find the Lord’s body. Instead, they saw two other Angels in the form of youths clothed in white, who told them that the Saviour was risen, and they sent forth the women, who ran to proclaim to the disciples these gladsome tidings. Then Peter and John arrived, having learned from Mary Magdalene what had come to pass, and when they entered the tomb, they found only the winding sheets. Therefore, they returned again to the city with joy, as heralds now of the supernatural Resurrection of Christ, Who in truth was seen alive by the disciples on this day on five occasions.
Our Lord, then, was crucified, died, and was buried on Friday, before the setting of the sun, which was the first of His “three days” in the grave; observing the mystical Sabbath, that “seventh day” in which it is said that the Lord “rested from all His works” (Gen. 2:2-3), He passed all of Saturday in the grave; and He arose “while it was yet dark, very early in the morning” on Sunday, the third day, which, according to the Hebrew reckoning, began after sunset on Saturday.
As we celebrate today this joyous Resurrection, we greet and embrace one another in Christ, thereby demonstrating our Saviour’s victory over death and corruption, and the destruction of our ancient enmity with God, and His reconciliation toward us, and our inheritance of life everlasting. The feast itself is called Pascha, which is derived from the Hebrew word which means “passover”; because Christ, Who suffered and arose, has made us to pass over from the curse of Adam and slavery to the devil and death unto our primal freedom and blessedness. In addition, this day of this particular week, which is the first of all the rest, is dedicated to the honour of the Lord; in honour and remembrance of the Resurrection, the Apostles transferred to this day the rest from labour that was formerly assigned to the Sabbath of the ancient Law.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Liturgical Guide

 

 

Apolytikion for Great and Holy Pascha in the Plagal First Mode
Χριστός ἀνέστη ἐκ νεκρῶν, θανάτῳ θάνατον πατήσας, καί τοῖς ἐν τοῖς μνήμασι ζωήν χαρισάμενος.
Christ is risen from the dead, by death, trampling down upon death, and to those in the tombs He has granted life.
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Hypakoe of Great and Holy Pascha in the Fourth Mode
Προλαβοῦσαι τὸν ὄρθρον αἱ περὶ Μαριάμ…
When they who were with Mary came, anticipating the dawn, and found the stone rolled away from the sepulchre, they heard from the Angel: Why seek ye among the dead, as though He were mortal man, Him Who abideth in everlasting light?  Behold the grave-clothes. Go quickly and proclaim to the world that the Lord is risen, and hath put death to death.  For He is the Son of God, Who saveth the race of men.
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Seasonal Kontakion in the Plagal Fourth Mode
Εἰ καὶ ἐν τάφῳ κατῆλθες ἀθάνατε…
Though You went down into the tomb, You destroyed Hades’ power, and You rose the victor, Christ God, saying to the myrrh-bearing women, “Hail!” and granting peace to Your disciples, You who raise up the fallen.
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Epistle Reading

 

Prokeimenon. Plagal Fourth Mode. Psalm 117.24,29.
This is the day which the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.
Verse: Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; for his mercy endures for ever.

The reading is from Acts of the Apostles 1:1-8

In the first book, O Theophilos, I have dealt with all that Jesus began to do and teach, until the day when he was taken up, after he had given commandment through the Holy Spirit to the apostles whom he had chosen. To them he presented himself alive after his passion by many proofs, appearing to them during forty days, and speaking of the kingdom of God. And while staying with them he charged them not to depart from Jerusalem, but to wait for the promise of the Father, which, he said, “you heard from me, for John baptized with water, but before many days you shall be baptized with the Holy Spirit.”So when they had come together, they asked him, “Lord, will you at this time restore the kingdom of lsrael?” He said to them, “it is not for you to know times or seasons which the Father has fixed by his own authority. But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria and to the end of the earth.”

Gospel Reading

 

John 1:1-17

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God; all things were made through him, and without him was not anything made that was made. In him was life, and the life was the light of men. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. He came for testimony, to bear witness to the light, that all might believe through him. He was not the light, but came to bear witness to the light.The true light that enlightens every man was coming into the world. He was in the world, and the world was made through him, yet the world knew him not. He came to his own home, and his own people received him not. But to all who received him, who believed in his name, he gave power to become children of God; who were born, not of blood nor of the will of the flesh nor of the will of man, but of God.And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, full of grace and truth; we have beheld his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father. (John bore witness to him, and cried, “This was he of whom I said, ‘He who comes after me ranks before me, for he was before me.'”) And from his fullness have we all received, grace upon grace. For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ.

Announcements

 

Storage Building Campaign

Our community embarked on an epic rebuilding journey 12 years ago.  It started with the Kandaras hall and kitchen renovation.  In 2018 we completed the large hall renovation followed in 2021 by the Sunday School renovation, the repair and painting of the church building in 2022 and most recently the fence project completed just months ago.  Now, as we approach the finish line, our sights are set on the last big piece of the puzzle.  A storage building.

 

 

 

Stewardship

We remind everyone to pledge for year 2025.  Please send in the stewardship form you received in the mail or pledge here https://stdemetrios.org/our-parish/stewardship/stewardship-form/
Thank you!

 

Flowers for Holy Week and Pascha

Any donations towards the $1,800 cost of flowers wou

Prosforo

Anyone able to bake Prosforo please do so.

Altar Help Wanted

Father Peter needs help in the altar on Sundays and with Sacraments. Compensation is available subject to ability and time provided. If interested and for more information, please speak with Fr. Peter or a Parish Council member.

BINGO…

SATURDAY, APRIL 26, AT 12 NOON.  Doors open at 11:30am. Join us for the EASTER BINGO Games.

Get 2 BINGO cards at the door for $7.00.  Many gift prizes, 50/50 raffle, plus refreshments. Supporting Covenant House and other local charities.  Invite your neighbors and friends.  Join us for a relaxing afternoon of fun, family, friends, & food!!  Sponsored by Philoptochos.
See you on Saturday, APRIL 26TH, at 11:30am.

“FINDING JOY IN THE JOURNEY”

— A comprehensive look at Alzheimer’s and Dementia.
Mark your calendar now for Thursday evening, May 15, 2025.  Details to follow.  Kandaras Hall, Sponsored by Philoptochos.  See Athena or Juanita.

 

Get Involved – Join the Dance Advisory Committee

Do you have a child or grandchild actively participating in our dance program? Are you passionate about supporting and shaping the future of our dance community? If so, we invite you to join the Dance Advisory Committee (DAC). The DAC plays a vital role in enhancing our dance program by providing guidance and support to our instructors and dancers.  This is a wonderful opportunity to get involved, connect with other dance families, and help create a positive and enriching experience for our young dancers. We meet once a month or as needed if we have an event to prepare for.  If you have any questions, you can most certainly reach out to Christa Fitzgerald, 954-699-4892 or Danielle Smith, 954-478-3860.  If you are interested in joining the DAC, please submit your name, dancer(s) name and contact information (cell phone # and email address) to Kiki in the church office, kiki@stdemetrios.org. This post will be open from 4/1 through 4/30.

 

 

 

 

 

 

SCHOLARSHIP NEWS – APPLICATIONS OPEN
The Scholarship Committee manages the application, selection and award process for young people who are part of the St. Demetrios Church congregation.  Funding for scholarships come from fundraising events, donations and estate endowments:
·         Dr. Helene Tzitsikas Endowed Scholarship – for students enrolled in higher education. Must meet requirements established by estate.
·         Three Hierarchs Scholarship – established by Drs. Anthony & Joyce Kales for graduating high school seniors enrolled in higher education and in the 10% of their class ranking.   Must meet requirements established for this scholarship.
·         St. Demetrios Award of Excellence – monetary awards to students enrolled in higher education as funding permits.
·         Mary Kandaras Scholarship – supports tuition for 2 students to attend St. Stephen’s Summer Camp.
·         Philoptochos Scholarship – The Saint Elpis Chapter of the Ladies Philoptochos supports tuition for 1 student to attend St. Stephen’s summer Camp.
.Applications for the Dr. Helene Tzitsikas Scholarship, as well as applications for St. Stephen’s Summer Camp are available on St. Demetrios website http://www.stdemetrios.org under the heading of “Ministries”.  Information about St. Stephen’s Camp can be found on their website St. Stephen’s Summer Camp – Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Atlanta – Atlanta, GA (atlmetropolis.org). Applications for St. Stephen’s Camp open on March 20th.
Applications for the Three Hierarchs Scholarship will be available online.  Presently, hard copies of the application are available at the Church Office 954-467-1515 Monday – Thursday. Or, download the application below.
Previous award recipients may reapply, however new applicants will be given preference.
Deadlines for all applications are May 15, 2025.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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St. Demetrios Church Youth Ministries 2024-2025 School Year

 

Calendar

 

 

Thursday         4/17          Holy Thursday
9:00am                                   Vesperal Liturgy of St. Basil
10:30am                                 Easter Egg Decorating
6:30pm                                   Procession of the Cross and 12 Gospels

Friday               4/18         Holy and Great Friday
9:00am                                  Royal Hours
3:00pm                                  Apokathelosis
7:00pm                                   Lamentations

Saturday         4/19          Holy Saturday
9:00am                                   Vesperal Liturgy of St.Basil
11:00pm                                 Service of the Canon and Resurrection Service followed by the Divine Liturgy

Sunday            4/20           Great and Holy Pascha   
12:00noon                               Agape Vespers

Monday           4/21            Bright Monday         

Tuesday          4/22
11:30am                                   Loving Stitches

Wednesday   4/23
3:00pm                                  PapCorps Meeting

Saturday       4/26
12:00noon                            Bingo
3:00pm                                 AHEPA Backgammon Tournament

Sunday         4/27       
8:45am/10:00am                Orthros/Divine Liturgy
After Communion               Sunday School

 

 

 

         

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Liturgical Guide and Bulletin for Sunday, April 13th, 2025

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Sunday, April 13, 2025

 

 

Palm Sunday

On Sunday, five days before the Passover of the Law, the Lord came from Bethany to Jerusalem. Sending two of His disciples to bring Him a foal of an ass, He sat thereon and entered into the city. When the multitude there heard that Jesus was coming, they straightway took up the branches of palm trees in their hands, and went forth to meet Him. Others spread their garments on the ground, and yet others cut branches from the trees and strewed them in the way that Jesus was to pass; and all of them together, especially the children, went before and after Him, crying out: “Hosanna: Blessed is He that cometh in the Name of the Lord, the King of Israel” (John 12:13). This is the radiant and glorious festival of our Lord’s entry into Jerusalem that we celebrate today.
The branches of the palm trees symbolize Christ’s victory over the devil and death. The word Hosanna means “Save, I pray,” or “Save, now.” The foal of an ass, and Jesus’ sitting thereon, and the fact that this animal was untamed and considered unclean according to the Law, signified the former uncleanness and wildness of the nations, and their subjection thereafter to the holy Law of the Gospel.

 

 

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

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Apolytikion for Palm Sunday in the First Mode
Τὴν κοινὴν Ἀνάστασιν πρὸ τοῦ σοῦ Πάθους πιστούμενος…
In confirming the common Resurrection, O Christ God, Thou didst raise up Lazarus from the dead before Thy Passion.  Wherefore, we also, like the children, bearing the symbols of victory, cry to Thee, the Vanquisher of death:  Hosanna in the highest; blessed is He that cometh in the Name of the Lord.
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Apolytikion for Palm Sunday in the Fourth Mode
Συνταφέντες σοι διὰ τοῦ Βαπτίσματος…
As by baptism we were buried with Thee, O Christ our God, so by Thy Resurrection we were deemed worthy of immortal life; and praising Thee, we cry:  Hosanna in the highest; blessed is He that cometh in the Name of the Lord.
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Seasonal Kontakion in the Plagal Second Mode
Τῷ θρόνῳ ἐν οὐρανῷ, τῷ πώλῳ ἐπὶ τῆς γῆς…
In Heaven, He is seated upon a Throne and on earth He rides upon a foal. O Christ our God, accept the praise of the Angels and the hymn of the Children who cry out to You, “Blessed are You who comes to recall Adam.”
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Epistle Reading

 

Prokeimenon. Fourth Mode. Psalm 117.26,1.
Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.
Verse: Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good. His mercy endures forever.

The reading is from St. Paul’s Letter to the Philippians 4:4-9

BRETHREN, rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice. Let all men know your forbearance. The Lord is at hand. Have no anxiety about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, will keep your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is gracious, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, do; and the God of peace will be with you.
 

Gospel Reading

 

John 12:1-18

Six days before Passover, Jesus came to Bethany, where Lazaros was, whom Jesus had raised from the dead. There they made him a supper; Martha served, and Lazaros was one of those at table with him. Mary took a pound of costly ointment of pure nard and anointed the feet of Jesus and wiped his feet with her hair; and the house was filled with the fragrance of the ointment. But Judas Iscariot, one of his disciples (he who was to betray him), said “Why was this ointment not sold for three hundred denarii and given to the poor?” This he said, not that he cared for the poor but because he was a thief, and as he had the money box he used to take what was put into it. Jesus said, “Let her alone, let her keep it for the day of my burial. The poor you always have with you, but you do not always have me.” When the great crowd of the Jews learned that he was there, they came, not only on account of Jesus but also to see Lazaros, whom he had raised from the dead. So the chief priests planned to put Lazaros also to death, because on account of him many of the Jews were going away and believing in Jesus. The next day a great crowd who had come to the feast heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem. So they took branches of palm trees and went out to meet him, crying, “Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord, even the King of Israel!” And Jesus found a young donkey and sat upon it; as it is written, “Fear not, daughter of Zion; behold, your king is coming, sitting on a donkey’s colt!” His disciples did not understand this at first; but when Jesus was glorified, then they remembered that this had been written of him and had been done to him. The crowd that had been with him when he called Lazaros out of the tomb and raised him from the dead bore witness. The reason why the crowd went to meet him was that they heard he had done this sign.

Announcements

Agape
The Agape Fellowship will not meet in April.
Καλό μήνα και Καλή Ανάσταση

 

Stewardship
We remind everyone to pledge for year 2025.  Please send in the stewardship form you received in the mail or pledge here https://stdemetrios.org/our-parish/stewardship/stewardship-form/
Thank you!

 

 

Flowers for Holy Week and Pascha
Any donations towards the $1,800 cost of flowers would be greatly appreciated!

 

Baked Goods are Here
If you have preordered baked goods from Philoptochos, they are ready to be picked up from the hall on Sundays.

 

“FINDING JOY IN THE JOURNEY” — A comprehensive look at Alzheimer’s and Dementia.
Mark your calendar now for Thursday evening, May 15, 2025.  Details to follow.  Kandaras Hall, Sponsored by Philoptochos.  See Athena or Juanita.
 

BINGO…SATURDAY, APRIL 26, AT 12 NOON.  Doors open at 11:30am. Join us for the EASTER BINGO Games.

Get 2 BINGO cards at the door for $7.00.  Many gift prizes, 50/50 raffle, plus refreshments. Supporting Covenant House and other local charities.  Invite your neighbors and friends.  Join us for a relaxing afternoon of fun, family, friends, & food!!  Sponsored by Philoptochos.
See you on Saturday, APRIL 26TH, at 11:30am.

 

Prosforo
Anyone able to bake Prosforo please do so.

 

Altar Help Wanted
Father Peter needs help in the altar on Sundays and with Sacraments. Compensation is available subject to ability and time provided. If interested and for more information, please speak with Fr. Peter or a Parish Council member.

Get Involved – Join the Dance Advisory Committee

Do you have a child or grandchild actively participating in our dance program? Are you passionate about supporting and shaping the future of our dance community? If so, we invite you to join the Dance Advisory Committee (DAC). The DAC plays a vital role in enhancing our dance program by providing guidance and support to our instructors and dancers.  This is a wonderful opportunity to get involved, connect with other dance families, and help create a positive and enriching experience for our young dancers. We meet once a month or as needed if we have an event to prepare for.  If you have any questions, you can most certainly reach out to Christa Fitzgerald, 954-699-4892 or Danielle Smith, 954-478-3860.  If you are interested in joining the DAC, please submit your name, dancer(s) name and contact information (cell phone # and email address) to Kiki in the church office, kiki@stdemetrios.org. This post will be open from 4/1 through 4/30.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SCHOLARSHIP NEWS – APPLICATIONS OPEN
The Scholarship Committee manages the application, selection and award process for young people who are part of the St. Demetrios Church congregation.  Funding for scholarships come from fundraising events, donations and estate endowments:
·         Dr. Helene Tzitsikas Endowed Scholarship – for students enrolled in higher education. Must meet requirements established by estate.
·         Three Hierarchs Scholarship – established by Drs. Anthony & Joyce Kales for graduating high school seniors enrolled in higher education and in the 10% of their class ranking.   Must meet requirements established for this scholarship.
·         St. Demetrios Award of Excellence – monetary awards to students enrolled in higher education as funding permits.
·         Mary Kandaras Scholarship – supports tuition for 2 students to attend St. Stephen’s Summer Camp.
·         Philoptochos Scholarship – The Saint Elpis Chapter of the Ladies Philoptochos supports tuition for 1 student to attend St. Stephen’s summer Camp.
.Applications for the Dr. Helene Tzitsikas Scholarship, as well as applications for St. Stephen’s Summer Camp are available on St. Demetrios website http://www.stdemetrios.org under the heading of “Ministries”.  Information about St. Stephen’s Camp can be found on their website St. Stephen’s Summer Camp – Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Atlanta – Atlanta, GA (atlmetropolis.org). Applications for St. Stephen’s Camp open on March 20th.
Applications for the Three Hierarchs Scholarship will be available online.  Presently, hard copies of the application are available at the Church Office 954-467-1515 Monday – Thursday. Or, download the application below.
Previous award recipients may reapply, however new applicants will be given preference.
Deadlines for all applications are May 15, 2025.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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St. Demetrios Church Youth Ministries 2024-2025 School Year

 

 

Calendar

 

 

hursday            4/10
7:00pm-9:00pm                Advanced Greek-Online

Saturday             4/12      Saturday of Lazarus
9:00am/10:00am               Orthros/Divine Liturgy
After Liturgy                        Altar Boy Meeting
After Liturgy                        Breakfast/Palm Folding/Retreat/Egg Hunt

Sunday               4/13       Palm Sunday 
8:45am/10:00am                Orthros/Divine Liturgy
After Liturgy                        Luncheon
7:00pm                                 Bridegroom Service

Monday            4/14         Holy Monday
7:00pm                                  Bridegroom Service

Tuesday            4/15         Holy Tuesday
7:00pm                                   Hymn of Kassiane

Wednesday     4/16         Holy Wednesday
5:00pm                                  Sacrament of Holy Unction

Thursday         4/17          Holy Thursday
9:00am                                   Vesperal Liturgy of St. Basil
10:30am                                 Easter Egg Decorating
6:30pm                                   Procession of the Cross and 12 Gospels

Friday               4/18         Holy and Great Friday
9:00am                                  Royal Hours
3:00pm                                  Apokathelosis
7:00pm                                   Lamentations

Saturday         4/19          Holy Saturday
9:00am                                   Vesperal Liturgy of St.Basil
11:00pm                                 Service of the Canon and Resurrection Service followed by the Divine Liturgy

Sunday            4/20           Great and Holy Pascha   
12:00noon                               Agape Vespers

Monday            4/21           Bright Monday         

 

 

 

 

         

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Liturgical Guide and Bulletin for Sunday, April 6th, 2025

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Sunday, April 6, 2025

 

 

Sunday of St. Mary of Egypt

The memory of this Saint is celebrated on April 1, where her life is recorded. Since the end of the holy Forty Days is drawing nigh, it has been appointed for this day also, so that if we think it hard to practice a little abstinence forty days, we might be roused by the heroism of her who fasted in the wilderness forty-seven years; and also that the great loving-kindness of God, and His readiness to receive the repentant, might be demonstrated in very deed.

 

 

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

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Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Plagal Fourth Mode
Ἐξ ὕψους κατῆλθες ὁ εὔσπλαγχνος…
From on high didst Thou descend, O Compassionate One; to burial of three days hast Thou submitted that Thou mightest free us from our passions.  O our Life and Resurrection, Lord, glory be to Thee.
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Apolytikion for Sunday of St. Mary of Egypt in the Plagal Fourth Mode
Ἐν σοὶ Μῆτερ ἀκριβῶς διεσώθη τὸ κατ’ εἰκόνα…
In thee the image was preserved with exactness, O Mother; for taking up thy cross, thou didst follow Christ, and by thy deeds thou didst teach us to overlook the flesh, for it passeth away, but to attend to the soul since it is immortal. Wherefore, O righteous Mary, thy spirit rejoiceth with the Angels.
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Apolytikion of St. Demetrios in the Third Mode
Μέγαν εύρατο εv τοίς κιvδύvοις …
Greatness has been found in danger.  You are champion of the world.  A victor who could turn the nations back.  You boldly encouraged Nestor to defeat Lyaeus in the arena.  Therefore, holy great martyr Demetrios, intercede with Christ our God, to grant us His great mercy.

Seasonal Kontakion in the Second Mode
Προστασία τῶν Χριστιανῶν ἀκαταίσχυντε…
O Protection of Christians that cannot be put to shame, mediation unto the creator most constant:  O despise not the voices of those who have sinned; but be quick, O good one, to come unto our aid, who in faith cry unto thee: Hasten to intercession and speed thou to make supplication,  O thou who dost ever protect, O Theotokos, them that honor thee.
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Epistle Reading

 

Prokeimenon. Plagal Fourth Mode. 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 Letter to the Hebrews 9:11-14

BRETHREN, when Christ appeared as a high priest of the good things that have come, then through the greater and more perfect tent (not made with hands, that is, not of this creation) he entered once for all into the Holy Place, taking not the blood of goats and calves but his own blood, thus securing an eternal redemption. For if the sprinkling of defiled persons with the blood of goats and bulls and with the ashes of a heifer sanctifies for the purification of the flesh, how much more shall the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself without blemish to God, purify your conscience from dead works to serve the living God.
Gospel Reading

 

Mark 10:32-45

At that time, Jesus took his twelve disciples, and he began to tell them what was to happen to him, saying, “Behold, we are going up to Jerusalem; and the Son of man will be delivered to the chief priests and the scribes, and they will condemn him to death, and deliver him to the Gentiles; and they will mock him, and spit upon him, and scourge him, and kill him; and after three days he will rise.” And James and John, the sons of Zebedee, came forward to him, and said to him, “Teacher, we want you to do for us whatever we ask of you.” And he said to them, “What do you want me to do for you?” And they said to him, “Grant us to sit, one at your right hand and one at your left, in your glory.” But Jesus said to them, “You do not know what you are asking. Are you able to drink the cup that I drink, or to be baptized with the baptism with which I am baptized?” And they said to him, “We are able.” And Jesus said to them, “The cup that I drink you will drink; and with the baptism with which I am baptized, you will be baptized; but to sit at my right hand or at my left is not mine to grant, but it is for those for whom it has been prepared.” And when the ten heard it, they began to be indignant of James and John. And Jesus called them to him and said to them, “You know that those who are supposed to rule over the Gentiles lord it over them, and their great men exercise authority over them. But it shall not be so among you; but whoever would be great among you must be your servant, and whoever would be first among you must be slave of all. For the Son of man also came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”

Memorial Prayer

 

Konstandinos and Vasiliki Marchelos (15 years) Survived by their children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

 

Announcements

Coffee Hour In loving memory of  Konstandinos and Vasiliki Marchelos the Marchelos family has sponsored the coffee hour.

 

The Akathist Hymn At 6:30pm on Friday, April 4th.

 

Spring General Assembly
The Spring General Assembly will be held on Sunday, April 6 after the Divine Liturgy. To take part in any decisions, you must be a member in good ecclesiastical and financial standing for year 2025.

 

Agape
The Agape Fellowship will not meet in April.
Καλό μήνα και Καλή Ανάσταση

 

Stewardship
We remind everyone to pledge for year 2025.  Please send in the stewardship form you received in the mail or pledge here https://stdemetrios.org/our-parish/stewardship/stewardship-form/
Thank you!

 

Flowers for Holy Week and Pascha
Any donations towards the $1,800 cost of flowers would be greatly appreciated!

 

Baked Goods are Here
If you have preordered baked goods from Philoptochos, they are ready to be picked up from the hall on Sundays.

“FINDING JOY IN THE JOURNEY” — A comprehensive look at Alzheimer’s and Dementia.
Mark your calendar now for Thursday evening, May 15, 2025.  Details to follow.  Kandaras Hall, Sponsored by Philoptochos.  See Athena or Juanita.

 

BINGO…SATURDAY, APRIL 26, AT 12 NOON.  Doors open at 11:30am. Join us for the EASTER BINGO Games.

Get 2 BINGO cards at the door for $7.00.  Many gift prizes, 50/50 raffle, plus refreshments. Supporting Covenant House and other local charities.  Invite your neighbors and friends.  Join us for a relaxing afternoon of fun, family, friends, & food!!  Sponsored by Philoptochos.
See you on Saturday, APRIL 26TH, at 11:30am.

 

Altar Help Wanted
Father Peter needs help in the altar on Sundays and with Sacraments. Compensation is available subject to ability and time provided. If interested and for more information, please speak with Fr. Peter or a Parish Council member.

 

Get Involved – Join the Dance Advisory Committee

Do you have a child or grandchild actively participating in our dance program? Are you passionate about supporting and shaping the future of our dance community? If so, we invite you to join the Dance Advisory Committee (DAC). The DAC plays a vital role in enhancing our dance program by providing guidance and support to our instructors and dancers.  This is a wonderful opportunity to get involved, connect with other dance families, and help create a positive and enriching experience for our young dancers. We meet once a month or as needed if we have an event to prepare for.  If you have any questions, you can most certainly reach out to Christa Fitzgerald, 954-699-4892 or Danielle Smith, 954-478-3860.  If you are interested in joining the DAC, please submit your name, dancer(s) name and contact information (cell phone # and email address) to Kiki in the church office, kiki@stdemetrios.org. This post will be open from 4/1 through 4/30.

 

 

 

 

 

SCHOLARSHIP NEWS – APPLICATIONS OPEN
The Scholarship Committee manages the application, selection and award process for young people who are part of the St. Demetrios Church congregation.  Funding for scholarships come from fundraising events, donations and estate endowments:
·         Dr. Helene Tzitsikas Endowed Scholarship – for students enrolled in higher education. Must meet requirements established by estate.
·         Three Hierarchs Scholarship – established by Drs. Anthony & Joyce Kales for graduating high school seniors enrolled in higher education and in the 10% of their class ranking.   Must meet requirements established for this scholarship.
·         St. Demetrios Award of Excellence – monetary awards to students enrolled in higher education as funding permits.
·         Mary Kandaras Scholarship – supports tuition for 2 students to attend St. Stephen’s Summer Camp.
·         Philoptochos Scholarship – The Saint Elpis Chapter of the Ladies Philoptochos supports tuition for 1 student to attend St. Stephen’s summer Camp.
.Applications for the Dr. Helene Tzitsikas Scholarship, as well as applications for St. Stephen’s Summer Camp are available on St. Demetrios website http://www.stdemetrios.org under the heading of “Ministries”.  Information about St. Stephen’s Camp can be found on their website St. Stephen’s Summer Camp – Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Atlanta – Atlanta, GA (atlmetropolis.org). Applications for St. Stephen’s Camp open on March 20th.
Applications for the Three Hierarchs Scholarship will be available online.  Presently, hard copies of the application are available at the Church Office 954-467-1515 Monday – Thursday. Or, download the application below.
Previous award recipients may reapply, however new applicants will be given preference.
Deadlines for all applications are May 15, 2025.

 

 

 

KEEP THE FAST AND SHARE THE FOOD
Again this year, we will be collecting non- perishable foods for Feeding South Florida.  Shopping bags will be made available for your donations on March 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th.  Donations may be dropped off in the South Narthex or Kandaris hall.  If you prefer you can donate cash as every dollar donated means 9 meals can be provided to those in need. Donations can also be made online at https://ladies-philoptochos-of st-demetrios.square.site/
Food item needed are:Cereal, Oatmeal, all canned meats, fruit & veggies. Peanut butter & jellies. Rice, pasta, pasta sauces and any shelf stable canned or bottled foods.

 

 

Caregiver Support Group-Register Now

 

St. Demetrios Church Youth Ministries 2024-2025 School Year

 

 

Calendar

 

 

Thursday          4/3
7:00pm-9:00pm                Advanced Greek-Online

Friday               4/4
6:30pm                                Akathist Hymn

Sunday            4/6    
8:45am/10:00am              Orthros/Divine Liturgy
After Communion             Sunday School
After Liturgy                      General Assembly
After Liturgy                      Pita Lunch
After Liturgy                      GOYA Meeting

Monday            4/7         
4:15pm-6:00pm                 Greek School
7:00pm                                Intermediate Greek-Online

Thursday          4/10
7:00pm-9:00pm                Advanced Greek-Online

Saturday           4/12      Saturday of Lazarus
9:00am/10:00am             Orthros/Divine Liturgy
After Liturgy                      Breakfast/Palm Folding/Retreat/Egg Hunt

Sunday             4/13       Palm Sunday 
8:45am/10:00am              Orthros/Divine Liturgy
After Liturgy                      Luncheon
7:00pm                               Bridegroom Service

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

         

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Liturgical Guide and Bulletin for Sunday, March 30th, 2025

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Sunday, March 30, 2025

 

 

Sunday of St. John Climacus

 

The memory of this Saint is celebrated on March 30, where his biography may be found. He is celebrated today because his book, The Ladder of Divine Ascent, is a sure guide to the ascetic life, written by a great man of prayer experienced in all forms of the monastic polity; it teaches the seeker after salvation how to lay a sound foundation for his struggles, how to detect and war against each of the passions, how to avoid the snares laid by the demons, and how to rise from the rudimental virtues to the heights of Godlike love and humility. It is held in such high esteem that it is universally read in its entirety in monasteries during the Great Fast.

John Climacus the Righteous, author of The Divine Ladder of Ascent

This Saint gave himself over to the ascetical life from his early youth. Experienced both in the solitary life of the hermit and in the communal life of cenobitic monasticism, he was appointed Abbot of the Monastery at Mount Sinai and wrote a book containing thirty homilies on virtue. Each homily deals with one virtue, and progressing from those that deal with holy and righteous activity (praxis) unto those that deal with divine vision (theoria), they raise a man up as though by means of steps unto the height of Heaven. For this cause his work is called “The Ladder of Divine Ascent.” The day he was made Abbot of Sinai, the Prophet Moses was seen giving commands to those who served at table. Saint John reposed in 603, at eighty years of age. See also the Fourth Sunday of the Fast.

 

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Liturgical Guide

 

 

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Grave Mode
Κατέλυσας τῷ Σταυρῷ σου τὸν θάνατον…
Thou didst abolish death by Thy Cross; Thou didst open Paradise to the thief; Thou didst transform the myrrh-bearers’ lamentation, and didst bid Thine Apostles to preach that Thou art risen, O Christ God, granting great mercy to the world.
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Apolytikion for Sunday of St. John Climacus in the Plagal Fourth Mode
Ταίς τών δακρύων σου ροαίς, τής ερήμου τό άγονον εγεώργησας…
With the streams of thy tears, thou didst cultivate the barrenness of the desert; and by thy sighings from the depths,thou didst bear fruit a hundredfold in labours; and thou becamest a luminary, shining with miracles upon the world, O John our righteous Father.  Intercede with Christ God that our souls be saved.
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Apolytikion of St. Demetrios in the Third Mode
Μέγαν εύρατο εv τοίς κιvδύvοις …
Greatness has been found in danger.  You are champion of the world.  A victor who could turn the nations back.  You boldly encouraged Nestor to defeat Lyaeus in the arena.  Therefore, holy great martyr Demetrios, intercede with Christ our God, to grant us His great mercy.

Seasonal Kontakion in the Plagal Fourth Mode
Τὴ ὑπερμάχω στρατηγῶ τὰ νικητήρια…
To you, Theotokos, invincible Defender, having been delivered from peril, I, your city, dedicate the victory festival as a thank offering. In your irresistible might, keep me safe from all trials, that I may call out to you: “Hail, unwedded bride!”
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Epistle Reading

 

Prokeimenon. Grave Mode. Psalm 28.11,1.
The Lord will give strength to his people.
Verse: Bring to the Lord, O sons of God, bring to the Lord honor and glory.

The reading is from St. Paul’s Letter to the Hebrews 6:13-20

BRETHREN, when God made a promise to Abraham, since he had no one greater by whom to swear, he swore to himself, saying, “Surely I will bless you and multiply you.” And thus Abraham, having patiently endured, obtained the promise. Men indeed swear by a greater than themselves, and in all their disputes an oath is final for confirmation. So when God desired to show more convincingly to the heirs of the promise the unchangeable character of his purpose, he interposed with an oath, so that through two unchangeable things, in which it is impossible that God should prove false, we who have fled for refuge might have strong encouragement to seize the hope set before us. We have this as a sure and steadfast anchor of the soul, a hope that enters into the inner shrine behind the curtain, where Jesus has gone as a forerunner on our behalf, having become a high priest for ever after the order of Melchizedek.

Gospel Reading

 

Mark 9:17-31

At that time, a man came to Jesus kneeling and saying: “Teacher, I brought my son to you, for he has a dumb spirit; and wherever it seizes him it dashes him down; and he foams and grinds his teeth and becomes rigid; and I asked your disciples to cast it out, and they were not able.” And he answered them, “O faithless generation, how long am I to be with you? How long am I to bear with you? Bring him to me.” And they brought the boy to him; and when the spirit saw him, immediately it convulsed the boy, and he fell on the ground and rolled about, foaming at the mouth. And Jesus asked his father, “How long has he had this?” And he said, “From childhood. And it has often cast him into the fire and into the water, to destroy him; but if you can do anything, have pity on us and help us.” And Jesus said to him, “If you can! All things are possible to him who believes.” Immediately the father of the child cried out and said, “I believe; help my unbelief!” And when Jesus saw that a crowd came running together, he rebuked the unclean spirit, saying to it, “You dumb and deaf spirit, I command you, come out of him, and never enter him again.” And after crying out and convulsing him terribly, it came out, and the boy was like a corpse; so that most of them said, “He is dead.” But Jesus took him by the hand and lifted him up, and he arose. And when he had entered the house, his disciples asked him privately, “Why could we not cast it out?” And he said to them, “This kind cannot be driven out by anything but prayer and fasting.” They went on from there and passed through Galilee. And he would not have any one know it; for he was teaching his disciples, saying to them, “The Son of man will be delivered into the hands of men, and they will kill him; and when he is killed, after three days he will rise.”

Memorial Prayer

 

Eftihia “Effie” Vasil (40 days) Survived by her son Nicholas, extended family, and her friends at St. Demetrios.

Maria Krevatas (1 year)

 

Trisagion Prayer

 

Nikita Legakis (13 years) Survived by his wife, children, and grandchildren.

Announcements

Coffee Hour
In loving memory of Effie Vasil, her friends at St. Demetrios Church have sponsored the Coffee Hour.

 

Salutations Services At 7:00pm on Friday, March 28th.

 

The Akathist Hymn At 6:30pm on Friday, April 4th.

 

Church clean up
Church clean up day March 29, 2024 at 8:30am

 

Attention all Church Organizations
The walk in refrigerator and the walk in freezer must be cleared out be April 1. Please purge all of your expired and unwanted items.

 

Commemoration of March 25, 1821
NEW DATE. The Greek School at St. Demetrios will commemorate this important historical event on Sunday 3/30/25 on the Solea following the Divine liturgy.

 

Spring General Assembly
The Spring General Assembly will be held on Sunday, April 6 after the Divine Liturgy. To take part in any decisions, you must be a member in good ecclesiastical and financial standing for year 2025.

 

Altar Help Wanted
Father Peter needs help in the altar on Sundays and with Sacraments. Compensation is available subject to ability and time provided. If interested and for more information, please speak with Fr. Peter or a Parish Council member.

SCHOLARSHIP NEWS – APPLICATIONS OPEN
The Scholarship Committee manages the application, selection and award process for young people who are part of the St. Demetrios Church congregation.  Funding for scholarships come from fundraising events, donations and estate endowments:
·         Dr. Helene Tzitsikas Endowed Scholarship – for students enrolled in higher education. Must meet requirements established by estate.
·         Three Hierarchs Scholarship – established by Drs. Anthony & Joyce Kales for graduating high school seniors enrolled in higher education and in the 10% of their class ranking.   Must meet requirements established for this scholarship.
·         St. Demetrios Award of Excellence – monetary awards to students enrolled in higher education as funding permits.
·         Mary Kandaras Scholarship – supports tuition for 2 students to attend St. Stephen’s Summer Camp.
·         Philoptochos Scholarship – The Saint Elpis Chapter of the Ladies Philoptochos supports tuition for 1 student to attend St. Stephen’s summer Camp.
.Applications for the Dr. Helene Tzitsikas Scholarship, as well as applications for St. Stephen’s Summer Camp are available on St. Demetrios website http://www.stdemetrios.org under the heading of “Ministries”.  Information about St. Stephen’s Camp can be found on their website St. Stephen’s Summer Camp – Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Atlanta – Atlanta, GA (atlmetropolis.org). Applications for St. Stephen’s Camp open on March 20th.
Applications for the Three Hierarchs Scholarship will be available online.  Presently, hard copies of the application are available at the Church Office 954-467-1515 Monday – Thursday. Or, download the application below.
Previous award recipients may reapply, however new applicants will be given preference.
Deadlines for all applications are May 15, 2025.

 

 

 

Stewardship
We remind everyone to pledge for year 2025.  Please send in the stewardship form you received in the mail or pledge here https://stdemetrios.org/our-parish/stewardship/stewardship-form/
Thank you!

 

 

KEEP THE FAST AND SHARE THE FOOD
Again this year, we will be collecting non- perishable foods for Feeding South Florida.  Shopping bags will be made available for your donations on March 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th.  Donations may be dropped off in the South Narthex or Kandaris hall.  If you prefer you can donate cash as every dollar donated means 9 meals can be provided to those in need. Donations can also be made online at https://ladies-philoptochos-of st-demetrios.square.site/
Food item needed are:Cereal, Oatmeal, all canned meats, fruit & veggies. Peanut butter & jellies. Rice, pasta, pasta sauces and any shelf stable canned or bottled foods.

 

Caregiver Support Group-Register Now

Philopochos News

SAVE-THE-DATE:  Thursday evening, May 15th.   Learn more about Alzheimer and Dementia!  Details to follow.  Kandaras Hall, Sponsored by Philoptochos.  See Athena or Juanita.

BINGO…SATURDAY, APRIL 26, AT 12 NOON.  Doors open at 11:30am. Join us for the EASTER BINGO Games.

Get 2 BINGO cards at the door for $7.00.  Many gift prizes, 50/50 raffle, plus refreshments. Supporting Covenant House and other local charities.  Invite your neighbors and friends.  Join us for a relaxing afternoon of fun, family, friends, & food!!  Sponsored by Philoptochos.
See you on Saturday, APRIL 26TH, at 11:30am.

Get Involved – Join the Dance Advisory Committee

Do you have a child or grandchild actively participating in our dance program? Are you passionate about supporting and shaping the future of our dance community? If so, we invite you to join the Dance Advisory Committee (DAC). The DAC plays a vital role in enhancing our dance program by providing guidance and support to our instructors and dancers.  This is a wonderful opportunity to get involved, connect with other dance families, and help create a positive and enriching experience for our young dancers. We meet once a month or as needed if we have an event to prepare for.  If you have any questions, you can most certainly reach out to Christa Fitzgerald, 954-699-4892 or Danielle Smith, 954-478-3860.  If you are interested in joining the DAC, please submit your name, dancer(s) name and contact information (cell phone # and email address) to Kiki in the church office, kiki@stdemetrios.org. This post will be open from 4/1 through 4/30.

 

 

Hellenic Cultural Society of South Florida 

Movie Screening on March 30 at 2:30pm at Savor Cinema in Fort Lauderdale.

 

 

 

St. Demetrios Church Youth Ministries 2024-2025 School Year

 

 

Calendar

 

 

Thursday          3/27
7:00pm-9:00pm                Advanced Greek-Online

Friday               3/28
7:00pm                                Salutations

Saturday          3/29 

8:30am                               Church grounds clean up

Sunday             3/30    
8:45am/10:00am              Orthros/Divine Liturgy
After Communion             Sunday School
After Liturgy                      March 25, 1821 Commemoration

Monday            3/31         
4:15pm-6:00pm                 Greek School
7:00pm                                Intermediate Greek-Online

Tuesday           4/1       
7:00pm                               AHEPA Meeting

Thursday        4/3
6:00pm                              Philoptochos Board Meeting

Friday              4/4
6:30pm                               Akathist Hymn

Saturday         4/5
9:30am                                DOP Meeting

Sunday            4/6    
8:45am/10:00am              Orthros/Divine Liturgy
After Communion             Sunday School
After Liturgy                      General Assembly
After Liturgy                      GOYA Meeting

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

         

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Liturgical Guide and Bulletin for Sunday, March 23rd, 2025

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Sunday, March 23, 2025

 

 

Sunday of the Holy Cross

 

With the help of God, we have almost reached the middle of the course of the Fast, where our strength has been worn down through abstinence, and the full difficulty of the labor set before us becomes apparent. Therefore our holy Mother, the Church of Christ, now brings to our help the all-holy Cross, the joy of the world, the strength of the faithful, the staff of the just, and the hope of sinners, so that by venerating it reverently, we might receive strength and grace to complete the divine struggle of the Fast.

 

 

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Liturgical Guide

 

 

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Plagal Second Mode
Ἀγγελικαὶ Δυνάμεις ἐπὶ τὸ μνῆμά σου…
Angelic powers were above Thy tomb, and they that guarded Thee became as dead.  And Mary stood by the grave seeking Thine immaculate Body.  Thou hast despoiled Hades and wast not tried thereby.  Thou didst meet the Virgin and didst grant us life. O Thou Who didst arise from the dead, Lord, glory be to Thee.
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Apolytikion for Sunday of the Holy Cross in the First Mode
Σώσον Κύριε τόν λαόν σου καί ευλόγησον τήν κληρονομίαν σου, νίκας τοίς Βασιλεύσι κατά βαρβάρων δωρούμενος καί τό σόν φυλάττων διά τού Σταυρού σου πολίτευμα.
Save, O Lord, Thy people and bless Thine inheritance; grant Thou unto the faithful victory over adversaries.  And by the power of Thy Cross do Thou preserve Thy commonwealth.
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Apolytikion of St. Demetrios in the Third Mode
Μέγαν εύρατο εv τοίς κιvδύvοις …
Greatness has been found in danger.  You are champion of the world.  A victor who could turn the nations back.  You boldly encouraged Nestor to defeat Lyaeus in the arena.  Therefore, holy great martyr Demetrios, intercede with Christ our God, to grant us His great mercy.

Seasonal Kontakion in the Plagal Fourth Mode
Τὴ ὑπερμάχω στρατηγῶ τὰ νικητήρια…
To you, Theotokos, invincible Defender, having been delivered from peril, I, your city, dedicate the victory festival as a thank offering. In your irresistible might, keep me safe from all trials, that I may call out to you: “Hail, unwedded bride!”
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Epistle Reading

 

Prokeimenon. Plagal Second Mode. Psalm 27.9,1.
O Lord, save your people and bless your inheritance.
Verse: To you, O Lord, I have cried, O my God.

The reading is from St. Paul’s Letter to the Hebrews 4:14-16; 5:1-6

BRETHREN, since we have a high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus, the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. For we have not a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need. For every high priest chosen from among men is appointed to act on behalf of men in relation to God, to offer gifts and sacrifices for sins. He can deal gently with the ignorant and wayward, since he himself is beset with weakness. Because of this he is bound to offer sacrifice for his own sins as well as for those of the people. And one does not take the honor upon himself, but he is called by God, just as Aaron was. So also Christ did not exalt himself to be made a high priest, but was appointed by him who said to him, “Thou art my Son, today I have begotten thee”; as he says also in another place, “Thou art a priest for ever, after the order of Melchizedek.”

 

Gospel Reading

 

Mark 8:34-38; 9:1

The Lord said: “If anyone wishes to come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. For whoever would save his life will lose it; and whoever loses his life for my sake and the gospel’s will save it. For what does it profit a man, to gain the whole world and forfeit his life? For what can a man give in return for his life? For whoever is ashamed of me and my words in this adulterous and sinful generation, of him will the Son of man also be ashamed, when he comes in the glory of his Father with the holy angels.” And he said to them, “Truly, I say to you, there are some standing here who will not taste death before they see the kingdom of God come with power.”

Announcements

Salutations Services At 7:00pm on Fridays, March 21st, March 28th, and the Akathist Hymn on April 4th.

 

Annunciation of the Theotokos

Tuesday  3/25
9:00am/10:00am             Orthros/Divine Liturgy

 

 

 

Liturgy of the Pre-sanctified Gifts

Wednesday 3/26
9:00am/10:00am             Orthros/Divine Liturgy

 

Loving Stitches

Tuesday, March 25 after the Divine Liturgy.  Approximately 11:45am.

Pap Corps

Meeting on Wednesday, March 26  at 3PM.

 

 

Church clean up

Church clean up day March 29, 2024 at 8:30am

 

Attention all Church Organizations

The walk in refrigerator and the walk in freezer must be cleared out be April 1. Please purge all of your expired and unwanted items.

 

Commemoration of March 25, 1821

NEW DATE. The Greek School at St. Demetrios will commemorate this important historical event on Sunday 3/30/25 on the Solea following the Divine liturgy.

 

Spring General Assembly

The Spring General Assembly will be held on Sunday, April 6 after the Divine Liturgy. To take part in any decisions, you must be a member in good ecclesiastical and financial standing for year 2025.

 

Altar Help Wanted

Father Peter needs help in the altar on Sundays and with Sacraments. Compensation is available subject to ability and time provided. If interested and for more information, please speak with Fr. Peter or a Parish Council member.

 

SCHOLARSHIP NEWS – APPLICATIONS OPEN
The Scholarship Committee manages the application, selection and award process for young people who are part of the St. Demetrios Church congregation.  Funding for scholarships come from fundraising events, donations and estate endowments:
·         Dr. Helene Tzitsikas Endowed Scholarship – for students enrolled in higher education. Must meet requirements established by estate.
·         Three Hierarchs Scholarship – established by Drs. Anthony & Joyce Kales for graduating high school seniors enrolled in higher education and in the 10% of their class ranking.   Must meet requirements established for this scholarship.
·         St. Demetrios Award of Excellence – monetary awards to students enrolled in higher education as funding permits.
·         Mary Kandaras Scholarship – supports tuition for 2 students to attend St. Stephen’s Summer Camp.
·         Philoptochos Scholarship – The Saint Elpis Chapter of the Ladies Philoptochos supports tuition for 1 student to attend St. Stephen’s summer Camp.
.Applications for the Dr. Helene Tzitsikas Scholarship, as well as applications for St. Stephen’s Summer Camp are available on St. Demetrios website http://www.stdemetrios.org under the heading of “Ministries”.  Information about St. Stephen’s Camp can be found on their website St. Stephen’s Summer Camp – Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Atlanta – Atlanta, GA (atlmetropolis.org). Applications for St. Stephen’s Camp open on March 20th.
Applications for the Three Hierarchs Scholarship will be available online.  Presently, hard copies of the application are available at the Church Office 954-467-1515 Monday – Thursday. Or, download the application below.
Previous award recipients may reapply, however new applicants will be given preference.
Deadlines for all applications are May 15, 2025.

 

 

 

Stewardship
We remind everyone to pledge for year 2025.  Please send in the stewardship form you received in the mail or pledge here https://stdemetrios.org/our-parish/stewardship/stewardship-form/
Thank you!

 

                              

 

KEEP THE FAST AND SHARE THE FOOD
Again this year, we will be collecting non- perishable foods for Feeding South Florida.  Shopping bags will be made available for your donations on March 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th.  Donations may be dropped off in the South Narthex or Kandaris hall.  If you prefer you can donate cash as every dollar donated means 9 meals can be provided to those in need. Donations can also be made online at https://ladies-philoptochos-of st-demetrios.square.site/
Food item needed are:Cereal, Oatmeal, all canned meats, fruit & veggies. Peanut butter & jellies. Rice, pasta, pasta sauces and any shelf stable canned or bottled foods.

 

Caregiver Support Group-Register Now

 

 

Philopochos News

SAVE-THE-DATE:  Thursday evening, May 15th.   Learn more about Alzheimer and Dementia!  Details to follow.  Kandaras Hall, Sponsored by Philoptochos.  See Athena or Juanita.

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Sunday March 23rd is the Sunday of the Holy Cross.  As part of our Philanthropic Mission, Philoptochos will be accepting donations for Hellenic College/Holy Cross School of Theology Lenten Event Fund.  As you know this College prepares your sons, grandsons and nephews to be educated as priests and teachers.  We invite you to contribute to this most important mission.

 

 

Hellenic Cultural Society of South Florida 

Movie Screening on March 30 at 2:30pm at Savor Cinema in Fort Lauderdale.

 

 

 

St. Demetrios Church Youth Ministries 2024-2025 School Year

 

 

Calendar

 

 

Friday               3/21
7:00pm                               Salutations
8:30pm                               Light Lenten dinner

Sunday             3/23    
8:45am/9:45am                Orthros/Divine Liturgy
After Liturgy                      Sunday School

Monday            3/24         
4:15pm-6:00pm                 Greek School
7:00pm                                Intermediate Greek-Online

Tuesday           3/25       Annunciation of the Theotokos
9:00am/10:00am             Orthros/Divine Liturgy
11:45am                               Loving Stitches

Wednesday     3/26
9:00am/10:00am             Orthros/Divine Liturgy
3:00pm                               Pap Corps meeting

Thursday          3/27
7:00pm-9:00pm                Advanced Greek-Online

Friday               3/28
7:00pm                                Salutations

Saturday          3/29 

8:30am                               Church grounds clean up

Sunday             3/30    
8:45am/9:45am                Orthros/Divine Liturgy
After Communion             Sunday School
After Liturgy                      March 25, 1821 Commemoration