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This glorious was an Egyptian by birth and the chief commander under Emperor Constantine All Antiochian Orthodox Church the Great. When the victorious Cross, surrounded by stars, appeared to Emperor Constantine, 4129 West Newport Avenue, Chicago IL 60641 Artemius also saw that Cross, believed in the Lord Christ and was baptized. Later, during the reign of Emperor Constantius, this emperor sent him to Greece to remove the relics of St. Andrew from Church Office : 773- 777 - 0749 and St. Luke from Thebes, and to take them to . Commander Artemius carried www.allsaintsorthodox.org this out with joy. After that, Artemius was appointed as augustalis*) and imperial prefect in Egypt. Pastor: Father Patrick Henry Reardon He remained in this position during the reign of Constantius, and for a period of time under Emperor [email protected] the Apostate. When the apostate emperor went to war against the Persians, he came through

Antioch and commanded Artemius to come to Antioch with his army. Artemius came. Then the Deacon Walid Abdul Karim emperor subjected two Christian priests, Eugenius and Macarius, to torture. Seeing this, Artemius Walid1177@yahoo .com became greatly disturbed and, facing the emperor, said: "Why, O Emperor, why do you inhumanly torture these innocent and dedicated men of God, and why do you force them to renounce the Subdeacon Joseph Freve Orthodox Faith?" Artemius continued, prophesying: "Your death is near." The enraged emperor sent those two honorable priests into exile to Arabia, where they died shortly thereafter. He then stripped October 20, 2019 – Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost Commander Artemius of his military rank and ordered him to be flogged and torn asunder. Thoroughly wounded and bloodied, Artemius was thrown into prison, where the Lord Jesus Christ Great-martyr Artemius at Antioch Himself appeared to him, and healed and comforted him. Then the emperor commanded that he be Venerable Gerasimos the New Ascetic of Kephallenia; Venerable Matrona of Chios spread out on a stone, and that another heavy stone be placed upon him, so that his body would be smashed flat as a board. Finally, St. Artemius was beheaded. It was the year 362 A.D. Emperor Julian went out against the Persians and perished dishonorably, as St. Artemius had foretold. Matins Gospel Reading: John 20:1-10

Prologue from Ochrid Troparion of the Resurrection (Tone 1): While the stone was sealed by the Jews, and the soldiers were guarding Thy most pure body, Thou didst arise on the third day, O Savior, granting life to the world. For which cause the heavenly powers cried aloud unto Thee, O Giver of Life: Glory to Thy Resurrection O Christ, glory to Thy kingdom, glory to Thy providence, O Thou who alone art the lover of mankind.

Apolytikion of St. Atemius the Great-martyr (Tone 4) Thy Martyr, O Lord, in his courageous contest for Thee received as the prize the crowns of incorruption and life from Thee, our immortal God. For since he possessed Thy strength, he cast down the tyrants and wholly destroyed the demons’ strengthless presumption. O Christ God, by his prayers, save our souls, since Thou art merciful.

Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese :: www.antiochian.org Diocese of Toledo and the Midwest :: www.antiochian.org/midwest A Note to Visitors and Guests: Welcome! We are glad you have joined us today for Fr. Pat’s Daily Reflections :: touchstonemag.com/daily_reflections worship! If this is your first visit to All Saints, please take a moment to fill out a “Homilies from All Saints” podcast :: ancientfaith.com/podcasts/allsaints visitor’s card at the greeter’s stand before you leave. The greeter also has Liturgy Books Please send bulletin submissions to Kim A. at Keggers854 [at] aol [dot] com by Wednesday of the week for use during the service, if you desire one. We hope you will join us for brunch following this morning’s service.

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Kontakion for Ordinary Sunday (Tone 2) News and Announcements O undisputed intercessor of Christians, O Theotokos who is unrejected by the creator, turn not away from the voice of our petitions though we be sinners. Come to us with aid in time How are things in Guatemala? Come hear about the and growth of the Orthodox who cry unto Thee in faith, for Thou art good. Hasten to us with intercessions, Faith in this country. Fr. John and Ps. Alexandra Chakos, missionaries to Guatemala, will O Theotokos, who didst ever intercede for those who honour Thee. be sharing all the exciting happenings. The event is being held at St. Spyridon Orthodox Church 12307 S. Ridgeland Ave, in Palos Heights on Tuesday October 24th at 7:00 PM. Troparion of All Saints (Tone 4): All are invited to hear about this wonderful mission. Adorned in the blood of Thy , throughout all the world as in purple and fine linen, Thy Church through them doth cry unto Thee, O Christ God: Send down Thy compassion Annual All Saints Celebration: Is on Thursday, October 31, at 6:00 PM. A potluck upon Thy people; grant peace to Thy habitation and great mercy to our souls. meal will be served at the beginning of the night. Get your gourds painted, pumpkins carved, and put the finishing touches on your saint costumes and riddles! Prokeimenon Psalm: Let Thy mercy, O Lord, be upon us. Rejoice in the Lord, O ye righteous.

Epistle Reading: the Second Epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians 9:6-11

Gospel Reading: Luke 8:26-39 Volunteers

Saturday, October 26: Vespers, 7:30 PM (Confession available before and after) Date Reader Prosphora Greeter Flowers Coffee Food Sunday Phil & Sd. Joseph Dn. Walid Azizeh C. Sandy A. G – K Oct 20 Rowena L. Sunday Polycarp Sandy A. Jerry C. Cristina P. Robert H. L - P Oct 27 Sunday Gabriel & Doug J. Carmen C. Ofelija I. Pat K. R - W Nov 3 Domitille N. Sunday Eric & Jim K. Debbie K. Sarah K. Kim A. A - F Nov 10 Cristina P. Sunday Polycarp $ Joseph L. Pat K. Nancy L. Debbie K. G - K Nov 17 Gosia G. Sunday Scott & Polycarp Domitille N. Hal O. Sarah S. L - P Nov 24 Christy K. Wednesday Sd. Joseph Cristina P. Roberta P. Volunteer Potluck Nov 27

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