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  There is a wonderful tradition of reading the gospel (John 20:19 – 25) in multiple languages at the Agape Service on May 5 at 11:00 am. If you read another language besides Greek or English and would like to volunteer, please speak with Father Tom. We look forward to having the gospel proclaimed throughout the world in multiple languages.

Follow Along Nymphios (Bridegroom) Sunday, April, 28 ~ 7:00 PM Monday, April 29 ~ 7:00 PM Tuesday, April 30 ~ 7:00 PM Wednesday, May 1 ~ 7:00 PM   Holy Unction Wednesday, May 1 ~ 3:00 PM   The Mystical Supper Vesperal Liturgy of St. Basil the Great - Thursday, May 2 ~ 9:00 AM   The Crucifixion Holy Passion (The 12 Gospels) - Thursday, May 2 ~ 7:00 PM Service of the Royal Hours - Friday, May 3 ~ 9:00 AM The Unnailing Service (Apokathelosis) - Friday, May 3 ~ 3:00 PM   The Tomb The Epitaphos (Lamentations) - Friday, Ma

 

  The hymn of Palm Sunday offers three important concepts for us. The first is that even before Christ’s passion and resurrection, He showed us God’s power over death. By raising Lazarus, who had been in the tomb for four days thus confirming his death, he provides for the believers the opportunity to see what is to ultimately happen in the coming days, and is therefore, the precursor of Christ’s Resurrection. In the raising of Lazarus we witness both the Divine and the Human aspects of Christ. In His Resurrection we witness and share in the restoration of humanity by God. This act confirms for us as believers, the power of God and the victory of life over death. As St. Paul proclaims, ‘death no longer has dominion,’ and thus, great joy reverberates in the hymn of today. This brings us to the second point. Who cannot help but share in this great joy and imitate the child-like wonder as we hold in our hands the branches of trees and palms. As we look upon the palm crosses that

  Upcoming News & Events WELCOME TO ALL VISITORS: For those visiting an Orthodox Church for the first time, please be aware that Holy Communion is a sign of unity of faith which is only offered to Baptized or Chrismated Orthodox Christians. All present are welcome, however, to partake of the antidoro (blessed bread) which is distributed at the end of the service. Those interested in learning more about the Orthodox Christian faith, please feel free to see Fr. Tom after the service. This week, to assist you in the Narthex we have at the Pangary: Nick Bouritsas, Charlie Eliopoulos; Greeter: Peter Koshivos; Ushers: Chuck Papaslis, Elaine Racheotes, Tina Savvidis, Carol Travayiakis. DONATIONS: In memory of George Glaropoulos: Mrs. Harriet Davos Zafiropoulos & Mr. Michael Zafiropoulos. PALM SUNDAY LUNCHEON: The Cathedral Parish Council warmly invites you to attend the Annual Palm Sunday Luncheon today , following the Divine Liturgy in Davis Hall . Adult tickets are $30.00 , child

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Upcoming News & Events WELCOME TO ALL VISITORS: For those visiting an Orthodox Church for the first time, please be aware that Holy Communion is a sign of unity of faith which is only offered to Baptized or Chrismated Orthodox Christians. All present are welcome, however, to partake of the antidoro (blessed bread) which is distributed at the end of the service. Those interested in learning more about the Orthodox Christian faith, please feel free to see Fr. Tom after the service. This week, to assist you in the Narthex we have at the Pangary: Nick Bouritsas, Jim Karimbakas; Greeter: Tina Savvidis; Ushers: Carol Travayiakis, Charlie Eliopoulos, Michael Kalambokis, Lula Kiflit. MEMORIAL:  The memorial service is offered today for the repose of the soul of  Peter   Giannopoulos (40 days) .   Memorial prayers are offered today for the repose of the souls of Leo J. Motsis , John A. Motsis , Elizabeth Motsis , Arthur J. Motsis and Socrates J. Motsis . May their memory be Eternal!