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.
Liturgical Guide
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.
St. Demetrios Church Youth Ministries 2024-2025 School Year
Calendar
hursday 4/10
7:00pm-9:00pm Advanced Greek-Online
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