The Liturgical Guide and Bulletin for Sunday, March 9th, 2025
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Sunday, March 9, 2025
Sunday of Orthodoxy
For more than one hundred years the Church of Christ was troubled by the persecution of the Iconoclasts of evil belief, beginning in the reign of Leo the Isaurian (717-741) and ending in the reign of Theophilus (829-842). After Theophilus’s death, his widow the Empress Theodora (celebrated Feb. 11), together with the Patriarch Methodius (June 14), established Orthodoxy anew. This ever-memorable Queen venerated the icon of the Mother of God in the presence of the Patriarch Methodius and the other confessors and righteous men, and openly cried out these holy words: “If anyone does not offer relative worship to the holy icons, not adoring them as though they were gods, but venerating them out of love as images of the archetype, let him be anathema.” Then with common prayer and fasting during the whole first week of the Forty-day Fast, she asked God’s forgiveness for her husband. After this, on the first Sunday of the Fast, she and her son, Michael the Emperor, made a procession with all the clergy and people and restored the holy icons, and again adorned the Church of Christ with them. This is the holy deed that all we the Orthodox commemorate today, and we call this radiant and venerable day the Sunday of Orthodoxy, that is, the triumph of true doctrine over heresy.
Liturgical Guide
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 40 Martyrs of Sebastia in the First Mode
Τὰς ἀλγηδόνας τῶν Ἁγίων…
Be Thou entreated for the sake of the sufferings of Thy Saints which they endured for Thee, O Lord, and do Thou heal all our pains, we pray, O Friend of man.
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Apolytikion for Sunday of Orthodoxy in the Second Mode
Τὴν ἄχραντον Εἰκόνα σου προσκυνοῦμεν Ἀγαθέ…
We worship Thine immaculate icon, O Good One, asking the forgiveness of our failings, O Christ our God; for of Thine own will Thou wast well-pleased to ascend the Cross in the flesh, that Thou mightest deliver from slavery to the enemy those whom Thou hadst fashioned. Wherefore, we cry to Thee thankfully: Thou didst fill all things with joy, O our Saviour, when Thou camest to save 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
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 First Mode. Psalm 11.7,1.
You, O Lord, shall keep us and preserve us.
Verse: Save me, O Lord, for the godly man has failed.
The reading is from St. Paul’s Letter to the Hebrews 12:1-10
BRETHREN, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with perseverance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who endured from sinners such hostility against himself, so that you may not grow weary or fainthearted. In your struggle against sin you have not yet resisted to the point of shedding your blood. And have you forgotten the exhortation which addresses you as sons? “My son, do not regard lightly the discipline of the Lord, nor lose courage when you are punished by him. For the Lord disciplines him whom he loves, and chastises every son whom he receives.” It is for discipline that you have to endure. God is treating you as sons; for what son is there whom his father does not discipline? If you are left without discipline, in which all have participated, then you are illegitimate children and not sons. Besides this, we have had earthly fathers to discipline us and we respected them. Shall we not much more be subject to the Father.
Gospel Reading
John 1:43-51
At that time, Jesus decided to go to Galilee. And he found Philip and said to him, “Follow me.” Now Philip was from Bethsaida, the city of Andrew and Peter. Philip found Nathanael, and he said to him, “We have found him of whom Moses in the law and also the prophets wrote, Jesus of Nazareth, the son of Joseph.” Nathanael said to him, “Can anything good come out of Nazareth?” Philip said to him, “Come and see.” Jesus saw Nathanael coming to him, and said of him, “Behold, an Israelite indeed, in whom is no guile!” Nathanael said to him, “How do you know me?” Jesus answered him, “Before Philip called you, when you were under the fig tree, I saw you.” Nathanael answered him, “Rabbi, you are the Son of God! You are the King of Israel!” Jesus answered him, “Because I said to you, I saw you under the fig tree, do you believe? You shall see greater things than these.” And he said to him, “Truly, truly, I say to you, you will see heaven opened, and the angels of God ascending and descending upon the Son of man.”
Memorial Prayer
Iosef Gagaoudakis (40 days) Brother of John Gagaoudakis.
Kiki Kapoukakis (40 days) Survived by her husband John and by her children Peter and Georgeanna.
Marion Koliniatis (40 days) Survived by her children and her grandchildren.
Petros Achilleas Potaris (40 days) Survived by his wife Monika, his sons Brian (Merry) and Michael (Rosalie), his grandchildren and great grandchildren, his sister Stavroula Christodoulou and her children Isabel and Paul and five cousins on three continents.
Trisagion Prayer
Peter Corbett (1 year) Son-in-law of Athena Loucas.
Kyriakos Kiriakidis (4 year) Survived by his wife Vera.
Ludmila Lukina (4 years) survived by her daughters Olga, Anastasia (Sergei), Yekaterina, and her grandchildren Eddie, Janice, Andrew, Lev, and Eva.
Constantine Lycouris Survived by his son Steve and his grandsons Constantine and Alexander.
Announcements
Coffee Hour In loving memory of Marion Koliniatis, Tina Ahearn and the ladies of Philoptochos are sponsoring Sunday’s coffee hour.
Saturday of Souls Service Saturday, March 8th. Orthros at 9:00am/Liturgy 10:00am.
Salutations Services At 7:00pm on Fridays, March 7th, March 14th, March 21st, March 28th, and the Akathist Hymn on April 4th.
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.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.
The Three Hierarchs: Celebration of Greek Letters
On Sunday 3/9/25 following the conclusion of the Divine Liturgy, The Greek School at St. Demetrios will celebrate the Three Hierarchs who promoted and supported the Greek Letters. Mr. Panagiotis Panopoulos, Director of the School, will present the importance of the day. This will be followed by songs and poems recited by the young students.
GOYA News
3/9: GOYA Meeting with Parents (12:30 PM in Sunday School)
3/16: GOYA Bake Sale
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.
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.
Philoptochos News
BINGO…SATURDAY, MARCH 15, AT 12 NOON. Doors open at 11:30am. Join us for the WINTER 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, MARCH 15TH, at 11:30am.
Calendar
Friday 3/7
7:00pm Salutations
8:30pm Lenten Dinner
Saturday 3/8 Saturday of Souls
9:00am/10:00am Orthros/Divine Liturgy
Sunday 3/9
8:45am/9:45am Orthros/Divine Liturgy
After Communion Sunday School
12:30pm GOYA meeting with parents (in Sunday School)
5:00pm Pan Orthodox Vespers at St. Philip Church, Davie
Monday 3/10
4:15pm-6:00pm Greek School
7:00pm Intermediate Greek-Online
Wednesday 3/12
6:30pm DOP Meeting
Thursday 3/13
7:00pm-9:00pm Advanced Greek-Online
Friday 3/14
7:00pm Salutations
8:30pm Lenten Dinner
11:30am BINGO
Sunday 3/16
8:45am/9:45am Orthros/Divine Liturgy
After Communion Sunday School
After Liturgy GOYA Bake Sale
