SAINT KATHERINE GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH 5965 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne, Florida 32940

Church Phone: (321) 254-1045 fax (321) 821-0450 Church hall: (321) 254-1445 email: admin@saint-katherine.org - website: www.saint-katherine.org

FATHER DEMETRI TSIGAS

fatherdemetri@saint-katherine.org; cell phone: 321-615-4431

Orthros: 8:45 AM Divine Liturgy: 10:00 AM Fellowship Hour: Noon

Church office hours: Mon. through Fri. 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. / Sat. closed & Sun. closed during Liturgy

~ VISION & MISSION STATEMENT ~ Our Vision (dream) is to be a growing, loving, united

Orthodox Christian family open to all. Our Mission (job) is to grow our faith in Christ through love and respect,

with humility and forgiveness.

SUNDAY OF GREGORY PALAMAS Archbishop of Thessaloniki

Theophanes of Sigriane the Confessor

Gregory the Dialogist, Pope of Rome

Phineas, Grandson of High Priest Aaron

Symeon the New Theologian

~ Welcome to Our Guests ~ We are delighted that you are with us today. Please keep in mind that according to the Holy Canons and teachings of the Orthodox Church, you must be a baptized and chrismated member of the Orthodox faith in good standing in order to receive Holy Communion. You are welcome to receive a portion of the blessed bread (antidoron) distributed at the end of the Divine Liturgy. Please join us for coffee hour following services.

Sunday, March 12, 2017 5th Morning Gospel - Plagal 1st Mode

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Divine Liturgy of St. John the Chrysostom

Ἀπολυτίκιον Ἀναστάσιμον - Ήχος Πλ. Α΄- σ. 114 - 116

Τὸν συνάναρχον Λόγον Πατρὶ καὶ Πνεύματι, τὸν ἐκ Παρθένου τεχθέ-

ντα εἰς σωτηρίαν ἡμῶν, ἀνυμνήσωμεν πιστοὶ καὶ προσκυνήσωμεν· ὅτι

ηὐδόκησε σαρκί, ἀνελθεῖν ἐν τῷ σταυρῷ, καὶ θάνατον ὑπομεῖναι, καὶ

ἐγεῖραι τοὺς τεθνεῶτας, ἐν τῇ ἐνδόξῳ Ἀναστάσει αὐτοῦ.

Resurrectional Apolytikion - Plagal 1st Mode - p. 115 - 117

To the Word, coeternal with the Father and the Spirit, born of the Virgin

for our salvation, let us, the faithful, give praise and worship. For He

willed to be lifted up on the cross in the flesh, to endure death and raise

the dead by His glorious resurrection.

Τοῦ Ἱεράρχου - Ἦχος πλ. Δʹ - σ. 132 - 134

Ὀρθοδοξίας ὁ φωστὴρ, Ἐκκλησίας τὸ στήριγμα καὶ διδάσκαλε, τῶν μο-

ναστῶν ἡ καλλονὴ, τῶν θεολόγων ὑπέρμαχος ἀπροσμάχητος· Γρηγό-

ριε θαυματουργὲ Θεσσαλονίκης τὸ καύχημα κήρυξ τῆς χάριτος· ἱκέτευε

διὰ παντός, σωθῆναι τὰς ψυχὰς ἡμῶν.

For the Hierarch – 4th Mode - p. 133 - 135

Beacon of Orthodox belief, the strong support of the Church and her teach-

er inspired by God, you are the ornament of monks, the unassailable

champion of theologians, O Gregory the Wonderworker and the boast of

Thessalonica, the messenger of grace. Forever earnestly entreat for the sal-

vation of our souls.

Ἀπολυτίκιον τής Άγίας Αικατερίνης - Ήχος Πλ. Α΄

Τήν πανεύφημον νύμφην Χριστού υμνήσωμεν * Αικατερίναν τήν θεί-

αν καί πολιούχον Σινά * τήν βοήθειαν ημών καί αντίληψιν· ότι εφίμω-

σε λαμπρώς * τούς κομψούς τών ασεβών * τού Πνεύματος τή δυνάμει·

καί ως Μάρτυς Κυρίου στεφθείσα * αιτείται πάσι τό μέγα έλεος.

Apolytikion of St. Katherine - Plagal 1st Mode

The all-blessed bride of Christ let us extol in song * Katerina the divine and

protector of Sinai * our assistance and unfailing firm support; * for she did

muzzle brilliantly * the ungodly clever men by the power of the Spirit.

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And now as a crowned Martyr * the great mercy she pleads for all of us.

Κοντάκιον - Ήχος Δ΄ - σ. 268 - 270

Τή υπερμάχω στρατηγώ τά νικητήρια, Ως λυτρωθείσα τών δεινών,

ευχαριστήρια, Αναγράφω σοι η Πόλις σου, Θεοτόκε. Αλλ’ ως

έχουσα τό κράτος απροσμάχητον, Εκ παντοίων με κινδύνων ελευθέ-

ρωσον Ίνα κράζω σοι, Χαίρε, Νύμφη ανύμφευτε

Kontakion - 4th Tone - p. 269 - 271

Victorious Lady, mighty champion, defending us, we your servants now

inscribe to you in this hymn of thanks, for you rescued us from suffering

and tribulation. Theotokos, with your power that can never fail, keep us

safe from every danger our whole life long that we may cry to you: Re-

joice, O Bride unwedded.

The Reading is from St. Paul's Letter to the Hebrews 1:10-14; 2:1-3 "IN THE BEGINNING, Thou, Lord, didst found the earth in the beginning, and the heavens are the work of thy hands; they will perish, but thou re-mainest; they will all grow old like a garment, like a mantle thou wilt roll them up, and they will be changed. But thou art the same, and thy years will never end." But to what angel has he ever said, "Sit at my right hand, till I make thy enemies a stool for thy feet?" Are they not all ministering spirits sent forth to serve, for the sake of those who are to obtain salva-tion? Therefore we must pay closer attention to what we have heard, lest we drift away from it. For if the message declared by angels was valid and every transgression or disobedience received a just retribution, how shall we escape if we neglect such a great salvation? It was declared at first by the Lord, and it was attested to us by those who heard him. The Reading is from The Gospel of Mark 2:1-12 At that time, Jesus entered Capernaum and it was reported that he was at home. And many were gathered together, so that there was no longer room for them, not even about the door; and he was preaching the word to them. And they came, bringing to him a paralytic carried by four men. And when they could not get near him because of the crowd, they re-moved the roof above him; and when they had made an opening, they let down the pallet on which the paralytic lay. And when Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralytic, "My son, your sins are forgiven." Now some of the scribes were sitting there, questioning in their hearts, "Why does this man speak thus? It is a blasphemy! Who can forgive sins but God alone?" And immediately Jesus, perceiving in his spirit that they thus

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questioned within themselves, said to them, "Why do you question thus in your hearts? Which is easier, to say to the paralytic, 'Your sins are forgiv-en,' or to say, 'Rise, take up your pallet and walk? But that you may know that the Son of man has authority on earth to forgive sins"-he said to the paralytic-"I say to you, rise, take up your pallet and go home." And he rose, and immediately took up the pallet and went out before them all; so that they were all amazed and glorified God, saying, "We never saw anything like this!"

Please pray for our: Brevard County, State of Florida & America Spiritual Leaders: Patriarch Bartholomew; Archbishop Demetrios; Metropolitan Alexios; & Fr. Demetri Civil Leaders: President Donald J. Trump, US Congress & Supreme Court; Governor Rick Scott; all our civil authorities and our armed forces. Parish Leadership: Parish Council, Philoptochos, Chanters, Choir, Sunday & Greek School teachers & students, Youth & Dance Group leaders and children. Those who are sick, awaiting surgery, recovering from surgery, in need of prayers and/or shut in: Alexandra Diamond, , Mae Charos, Theresa Sempepos, Peter & Dorothy Pappademetriou, Bill & Ellen Werner, Olga, Despina Kalimnios, Nazieh & Yvonne Yacoub, Savannah & Zander Kelly, Vada Ganakos, Mirsini Sirounis, Suzanne Orosz, Faye Nicholas, John & JoAnne Macheras, John Cominos, Van Katehakis, Angela DeCosta, Marlaine & Jim Manus, Ann Prieston, George & Sue Kanazeh, Joseph, Jay & John Paul Figari, Jan & Mary, James Petersen, David & Ashley, James Pappas, Bill Kokotis, Leah Thomas, Mary & Pete Faines, Robert & Vel, Katie, Jamie, George & Steven, Kiki & Howard D, Georgia & Vasili, Brandon Gilsenan, Bob Dearmin, Aurelia Bocanu, Peter & JoAnn Zuras, Tom & Yvette, Kris & Jonathan, Athena Giglio, Peter, Alice & Jim Zavitsanos, Michael Cora & fam-ily, Irene Decker, Harry Paris, Samuel Smith, Fred Catalano, Costa, Anastasia, Maggie & Andromahi Theodorou, Peter Katsoulas. For those expecting: For those with new babies: Nicole & Anthony Schultz Those preparing for Baptism: Isabell Pugh, Demetri Nicholas Those serving in the Military: Joseph Abadiotakis, Jr., Elias Panayiotis Maldonado, Nicholas Tsamoutales, Yanni Tshontikidis, Harold David Ballard, Samuel Joseph III, Nicho-las Cannaverde, Travis Hunter, Ethan Macheras, Matthew Ryan Stinnett, James Christian Figari. For the protection of Christians who are being persecuted for their faith. For the protection and freedom of the kidnapped Metropolitan Boulos Yazigi and Arch-bishop Yohanna Ibrahim, both of Aleppo, Syria. Those preparing for Marriage: College Students: Arianna Bendlin, Michael Courey, Telly & Tony Galanopoulos, Alyssa Giglio, Alyssa, Marianthi & Callia Karas, Kimberley & Dana Marie Koines, Jennifer & An-drew Loso, Tommy Panouses, Catherine Psarakis, George & Jessica Saad, Catie & Sydney Sergis, Costas & Alex Stathis, Elizabeth Gaherty, Brandon Arena, Melanie Niarhos, Ron-

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Please turn your cell phones & pagers off or on vibrate before entering Church

nie Rickard, Leah & Austen Thomas, Theodora Bendlin, Joseph Daniel Figari.

(If you know of anyone that should be added to this list, please call the Church office.)

IF THERE IS AN ICON ON THE CALENDAR AND A LITURGY IS NOT LISTED, PLEASE CALL THE CHURCH OFFICE AND REQUEST THAT LITURGY BE SERVED ON THAT PARTICULAR DAY. PLEASE GIVE AT LEAST 2 WEEKS NOTICE.

PLEASE BE SURE BEFORE ANY MINISTRY DECIDES TO HAVE AN EVENT OR NEEDS ANY OF OUR FACILITIES, PLEASE CHECK ON LINE FIRST AND THEN

CONFIRM WITH THE CHURCH OFFICE. Check our on line calendar for updates on Liturgies & events.

https://localendar.com/public/saintkatherine

Choir practice is held on Sundays at 9:30 am in the Community Center.

Please join us to give greater glory to God!

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~ Today ~

POST FESTIVAL MEETING FOLLOWING DIVINE LITURGY

~ Upcoming Liturgies & Events ~

Wed., Mar. 15th - Pre-Sanctified Liturgy 6 pm followed by Lenten Series, Journey to Fullness & Foundations of Freedom see p. 10 & 11 for more info Fri., Mar. 17th - Salutations to the Theotokos - 6 pm Sun., Mar. 19th - Sunday of the Holy Cross - Fasolatha sponsored by Philoptochos Fri., Mar. 24th - Vespers for Annunciation of the Theotokos - 6 pm Sat., Mar. 25th - Annunciation of the Theotokos - Orthros 9 am Divine Liturgy 10 am Sun., Mar. 26th - Greek Dance meeting after church for anyone interested in dancing, teaching or helping the program in any way. We appreciate the input from all who can attend. Wed., Mar. 29th - Pre-Sanctified Liturgy 6 pm followed by Lenten Series, Journey to Fullness & Foundations of Freedom see p. 10 & 11 for more info Fri., Mar. 31st - Akathist Hymn - 6 pm Wed., April 5th - Pre-Sanctified Liturgy 6 pm followed by Lenten Series, Journey to Fullness & Foundations of Freedom see p. 10 & 11 for more info Sat., April 8th - Saturday of Lazarus - Orthros 9 am Divine Liturgy 10 am Followed by folding Palms - Everyone invited to help Sun., April 9th - Palm Sunday Fish Luncheon - more details to follow

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ZOE

Hi to all our ZOE friends April will be a 'NO meeting' month since preparation for Easter/Pascha will be in order and families will be busy. More info down the road, but May and June will end on high notes for anoth-er exciting year for our ZOE get-togethers ... Call Tresa Roman at 321 757 9404 or Christine Balba at cell # 603 233 4659 or Elaine Roman at 321 757 4348 with any questions... ZOE... here's to LIFE !!!

AHEPA & Philoptochos scholarships are being

offered. Email Spyros Nomikos for AHEPA Scholarship

at spyrosn@cfl.rr.com and Church office for Philoptochos

Scholarship. Deadline to return COMPLETE applications is 12 pm

May 1, 2017. NO EXCEPTIONS.

No application will be considered if all information

is not included.

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If any parishioners, families, group of families, koumbari or friends would like to host a fellow-

ship hour following Sunday Liturgy please contact : Church office - 321.254.1045 Or email - admin@saint-katherine.org

This is a wonderful opportunity to extend our Christian hospitality with one another and any guests or visitors who attend our services.

Duties: Set up the two coffee pots in hall Provide a simple snack, Clean up

Available dates:

Fasting March 12 & 26

April 2, (No Fasting) 23, 30

Message from the Parish Council: Approaching to Receive Holy Communion & Antidoron

The distribution of the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ is perhaps the holiest moment in the Divine Liturgy. For Holy Communion and Antidoron, we should approach in an orderly, pious and respectful manner. Ushers will guide the congregation to approach row by row from front to back. Please follow the direction of the ushers. We encourage Sunday School children, teachers and their families to sit in the first few rows at the front left of the nave so that they can see what is happening in the service and get to Sunday School quickly.

Priest Office Hours

Fr. Demetri has designated Noon - 3 PM, Tuesday through Thursday as his office hours. If you want to meet with him (during office hours or any other time) please call his cell phone (321-615-4431) to make an appointment. Note that Father is often needed elsewhere even during these designate times. Call and schedule an appointment so that you are not disappointed.

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STEWARDSHIP PRAYER

In the name of Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit Amen.

Lord Jesus Christ our God, accept our offerings as You have accepted the gifts of Your people throughout the ages. We offer these gifts to Your glory, for the support of the ministries of Your Holy Church, for the alleviation of suffering and hunger, and for the proclamation of Your Gospel to the whole world. Grant us Your blessing, Lord our Savior, that we may always be faithful stewards, continuing to share the gifts you have given us, by the power of Your grace, mercy and love. May Your name be glorified forever. Amen.

2017 STEWARDSHIP

91 Stewards Pledging 105,990. Average Stewardship per family $1,165.

2017 STEWARDSHIP FORMS ARE AVAILABLE

IN THE NARTHEX OR ONLINE ON OUR WEBSITE

[For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. Luke 12:34

THE JESUS PRAYER

Κύριε Ἰησοῦ Χριστέ, Υἱέ Θεοῦ,

ἐλέησόν με τὸν ἁμαρτωλόν.

(τὴν ἁμαρτωλόν if prayed by a female)

Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me a sinner.