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Get Involved: AGAPE SERVICE READERS NEEDED

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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.

Holy Week 2024: Follow Along with Services

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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...

Weekly Bulletin for April 28, 2024 - Palm Sunday

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“Blessed is He who comes in the Name of the Lord.”

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  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 t...

Sunday, April 28 Announcements

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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, 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 , c...

Philoptochos General Membership Meeting

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April 25, 2024 Dear Philoptochos Members, The success of our Cathedral’s Philoptochos Ministry relies on your generous and giving spirit. I would like to express my heartfelt appreciation for your support over the last several months. The mission of the Philoptochos Ministry is to: promote charitable, benevolent and philanthropic outreach, preserve the sanctity of family, assist the needy, and perpetuate and promote our Orthodox faith and tradition. We have continued to fulfill our mission through community outreach and charitable initiatives. Thus far in 2024, our Chapter has participated in the following: Celebrated Vasilopita Sunday with a donation to the Hellenic Cardiac Fund Donated new blankets and 100 pairs of new socks to The Women’s Lunch Place in Boston Provided baked treats and donated new non-skid socks to all 115 residents of the Hellenic Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Hosted 6 Lenten dinners for the community after the Presanctified Liturgy Coordinated and ordered fl...

Weekly Bulletin for April 21, 2024

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  Check out the latest edition of The Dove for Sunday, April 21, 2024

Announcements Sunday, April 21

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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 ...