St. Anna Greek Orthodox Church 3015 E. Creek Road, Cottonwood Heights, UT 84093 385-313-9358
Twentieth-First Sunday of the Epistles
Sunday, November 10, 2019 Orthros: 9:00 a.m. Great Doxology: 10:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy: 10:15 a.m. Reverend Father Anthony Savas Reverend Father Elias Koucos, Retired Reverend Deacon Anatoli Kireiev stannagocutah.org [email protected]
Epistle Reading: St. Paul’s Second Letter to the Galatians 2:16-20
Prokeimenon Mode 4 O Lord, Your works shall be magnified greatly; You made all things in wisdom. Verse: Bless the Lord, O my soul. O Lord my God, You are magnified exceedingly.
Brethren, you know that a man is not justified by works of the law but through faith in Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Christ Jesus, in order to be justified by faith in Christ, and not by works of the law, because by works of the law shall no one be justified. But if, in our endeavor to be justified in Christ, we ourselves were found to be sinners, is Christ then an agent of sin? Certainly not! But if I build up again those things which I tore down, then I prove myself a transgressor. For I through the law died to the law, that I might live to God. I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me; and the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.
Gospel Reading: The Gospel According to Luke 10:25-37 At that time, a lawyer stood up to put Jesus to the test, saying, "Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?" He said to him, "What is written in the law? How do you read?" And he answered, "You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your strength, and with all your mind; and your neighbor as yourself." And he said to him, "You have answered right; do this, and you will live." But he, desiring to justify himself, said to Jesus, "And who is my neighbor?" Jesus replied, "A man was going down from Jerusalem to Jericho, and he fell among robbers, who stripped him and beat him, and departed, leaving him half dead. Now by chance a priest was going down that road; and when he saw him he passed by on the other side. So likewise a Levite, when he came to the place and saw him, passed by on the other side. But a Samaritan, as he journeyed, came to where he was; and when he saw him, he had compassion, and went to him and bound up his wounds, pouring on oil and wine; then he set him on his own beast and brought him to an inn, and took care of him. And the next day he took out two denarii and gave them to the innkeeper, saying, 'Take care of him; and whatever more you spend, I will repay you when I come back.' Which of these three, do you think, proved neighbor to the man who fell among the robbers?" He said, "The one who showed mercy on him." And Jesus said to him, "Go and do likewise."
Response to First Antiphon Through the intercessions of the Theotokos, Savior, save us. (3) (Liturgy Book page 25)
Response to Second Antiphon Save us, O Son of God, risen from the dead, save us who sing to You, Alleluia. (3) (Liturgy Book page 29)
Third Antiphon
The joyful news of Your resurrection was proclaimed by the angel to the women disciples. Having thrown off the curse that fell on Adam, they ran elatedly to tell the apostles: Death has been vanquished; Christ our God is risen from the dead, blessing all the world with His great mercy. (Liturgy Book page 111) Entrance Hymn Come, let us worship and bow down before Christ. Save us, O Son of God, who rose from the dead, save us who sing to You: Alleluia. (Liturgy Book page 37)
Hymn for the Church
O God-minded Anna, you bore the pure Mother of God, the one who within her conceived the Conceiver of life itself. You were therefore transported to a place now in heaven. Joyful ones all reside there in the home of all gladness, asking for forgiveness for those who honor you. O blessed one.
Kontakion
Behold the temple of the Savior, His precious bridal chamber. Behold the virginal and sacred vessel of God’s glory. Today she enters into the house of the Lord, bearing within her the grace of the Holy Spirit. For this the angels exclaim: She is indeed the heavenly tabernacle. (Liturgy Book page 237)
Trisagion Hymn
Holy God, Holy Mighty, Holy Immoral, have mercy on us. (3) (Liturgy Book page 39)
Megalynarion (Hymn for the Theotokos)
It is truly right to call you blessed O Theotokos, ever blessed, most pure and the mother, the mother of our God. More hon’rable than the cherubim and more glorious beyond compare than the seraphim. In virginity you gave birth to God, to God the word. Truly the Theotokos, we magnify you, we magnify you. (Liturgy Book page 69)
Communion Hymn
Praise the Lord, praise the Lord from the heavens; praise Him, praise Him in the highest (3). Alleluia (Liturgy Book page 83) Hymn after Communion
We have seen the true light; we have received the heav’nly spirit; we have found the true faith, worshipping the undivided Trinity, the Trinity who has saved us. (Liturgy Book page 87) Dismissal Hymn
Lord, grant long life to him who blesses us and sanctifies us. (Liturgy Book page 95)
Orthodox Saints Commemorated on November 10, 2019: Apostles Olympas; Rodion; Sosipater, Tertius, Erastus and Quartus of the 70, Martyr Orestes of Cappadocia;, Venerable Theosteriktos of Symbola; Martyrs Milos the Bishop of Persia and his two disciples; Venerable Arsenios the Cappadocian; Nonnus the Bishop of Heliopolis; Martin, The Bishop of Terracina; Martyr Demetrianos the Bishop of Antioch; Martyr Constantine the Grand Price of Georgia; Martyrs Kalliopios, Nirus and Orion; and Justus the Archbishop of Canterbury.
Fellowship Hour: The Fellowship hour for today, Sunday, November 10, 2019, will be hosted by Elaine Peterson; and Tom and Cynthia Peterson. The Fellowship hour for next week, Sunday, November 17, 2019, will be hosted by Gary and Cynthia Nicolaysen; Fred and Connie Pantke; Joe and Ann Sasich; and Mary Simos. If you would like to host a fellowship hour, please contact Carolyn Leitko at [email protected]. Thank you!
Epistle Reader: The Epistle reader for today, Sunday, November 10, 2019, will be Zachary Petrogeorge.
Memorial Services – May Their Memories be Eternal:
Sunday, November 10, 2019: JoAnne Kannes Peterson (15 years)
Sunday, November 17, 2019: Andrew Souvall (30 years); Toula Souvall (1 year)
Sunday, November 24, 2019: Ann Daskalas Pananos (10 years) and Michael Pananos (21 years); Malisa Skaar (16 years) and Bunnie Varanakis (40 days)
Sunday, December 8, 2019: Georgia Dinsmore (4 years)
Sunday, December 22, 2019: Tony Kalivas (22 years); Helen Kalivas (10 years)
Sunday, January 19, 2020: Joseph Steve Sargetakis (96 years); Mike T. Sargetakis (66 years); Despina Vasilakis Sargetakis (61 years); Telemahos Patsuris (44 years); Tasia Patsuris (37 years); John Joseph Sargetakis (16 years) and Georgia Patsuris Sargetakis (12 years)
To schedule a memorial service, please contact Fr. Anthony at [email protected] or 801-824-3987.
COMMUNITY CHAIRTY OPPORTUNITIES
St. Anna Youth Service Project: St. Anna’s Youth will be supporting children being served at the Ronald McDonald House Charities with a Pop Top Drop; now through November 22, 2019. Please see poster below with full details. PARISH COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Sunday, November 10, 2019: Narthex: Nick Daskalas and Myra Shenk; Front Ushers: Mike Daskalas and Julie Steele; Sunday School Ushers: Nick Daskalas and Craig Stagg; Middle Usher: Steve Simos
Sunday, November 17, 2019: Narthex: Michael Petrogeorge and Steve Simos; Front Ushers: Joe Sasich and Dmitri Smirnov; Sunday School Ushers: Mike Daskalas and Myra Shenk; Middle Usher: Nick Daskalas
Parish Council Meeting: The next Parish Council meeting will be held tomorrow, Monday, November 11, 2019, at 7:00 p.m.
NEW CHURCH BUILDING UPDATES:
Construction Update: On November 3, 2019, the Parish Assembly unanimously approved plans and a budget for the construction of a temporary worship space in our newly acquired building located at 9201 S. 1300 East, Sandy. Pursuant to the approved plans, a temporary worship space will be constructed in the southern half of the building, in the area where previous services and social events have been held. Construction will include a dedicated narthex space, as well as an altar similar to what exists in our current worship space at St. Thomas More. The approved construction plan has been developed to minimize waste, and will include a permanent wall that will be incorporated to the long-range building plan. Construction has also been planned to allow significant recycling of building materials as we proceed with future phases of construction. The northern end of the building will be utilized for fellowship, community gatherings, ministry team meetings, etc. We plan to use existing walls and temporary partitions to create dedicated Sunday School spaces, and will make use of the existing kitchenette, offices and restrooms pending future phases of construction. Construction is expected to commence the week of November 11, 2019, and should be completed by the end of the year.
First Liturgy - February 2, 2020: As announced at the Parish Assembly this past Sunday, our first liturgy in the new building has been scheduled for Sunday, February 2, 2020, to coincide with The Presentation of our Lord and Savior in the Temple. We cannot think of a more fitting day for our parish to enter and first use our new temple. His Eminence Metropolitan Isiah has agreed to visit our parish and be with us for this historical day. We will start with Orthros in our current worship space at St. Thomas More. We will then process as a community, led by His Eminence and local Clergy, from our current location to our new building, each car physically transporting a liturgical item from our rented space to our new parish home. Upon arriving at the new building, there will be an "opening of the doors" service, and then process into our new church for a Hierarchical Liturgy. It is sure to be a blessed, memorable, and historic day!
SPECIAL SERVICES
Friday, November 22, 2019: Paraklesis Service to St. Anna, Mother of the Theotokos 8:00 a.m. Orthros/ 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy
Monday, November 25, 2019: St. Katherine the Great Martyr 8:00 a.m. Orthros/ 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy
Saturday, November 30, 2019: St. Andrew the First Called Apostle 8:00 a.m. Orthros/ 9:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy
ADULT AND FAMILY MINISTRY ANNOUNCEMENTS Evening Bible Study: Every Wednesday evening, at 7:00 p.m. In-Depth Study of the Parables of Christ! Will continue every Wednesday evening until Lent. Morning Bible Study: Every Thursday morning, at 10:30 a.m. studying 1 Corinthians. John Kaloudis teaching. Will continue every Thursday morning until Lent. Orthodox Inquirer’s Class: Every Tuesday evening, at 6:30 p.m. Parish Movie Event: We are pleased to announce the opportunity to attend a limited engagement of a powerful documentary, Parallel Love, The story of a band called Luxury follows the path of Luxury, a band from small-
town Georgia, who, on the cusp of success, suffer a devastating touring wreck with long-term consequences. In the intervening years, they continue to make records and three members of the band become Eastern Orthodox priests. Through interviews and archival footage, 'Parallel Love' tells the gripping and poignant story of Luxury and documents the making of a new record, now as priests. Sunday, November 17, 2019 at 4:00 pm; Megaplex Theatres at the Gateway; 165 South Rio Grande St. Tickets available on line at: https://www.showtimes.com/movie- theaters/megaplex-theatres-gateway- 9247/?date=11/17/2019
Forever Young Holiday Party: The Forever Young Holiday Party will take place on Thursday, November 21, 2019, at 11:30 a.m. $10 gift exchange and games. Lunch provided by: Mary and John Feotis; Barbara Kalantzes; Lorlee Karpakis and Dena Savas.
COMMUNICATION MINISTRY TEAM ANNOUNCEMENTS
Bulletin Announcements: Our next weekly bulletin will be published for Sunday, November 17, 2019. Please send requested bulletin announcements to Elaine Peterson at [email protected] no later than Tuesday at 4:00 p.m.
Parish Mobile App: The St. Anna mobile app is available through the Apple App Store at www.itunes.apple.com/us/app/st.-anna-greek-orthodox- church/id1140666277?ls=1&mt=8 and through Google Play at www.play.google.com/store/apps details?id=com.conduit.app_fa0fc07216b24e93b1993aa94720 9c07.app
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Church Etiquette Reminder: Please remember that no one should enter the church during the Small Entrance, the Great Entrance, the Epistle Reading, the Gospel Reading, or the Creed. Please remain in the hallway, narthex, or fellowship hall during these parts of the Divine Liturgy if you have not already entered the church. Thank you! Communion Ushering Reminder: All those who are prepared and wish to receive communion should wait to be ushered from their rows by a member of the Parish Council. Communion ushering will not commence until all altar servers have received communion. Your cooperation in this process is greatly appreciated! Sunday School Ushering: Sunday School has begun and the Parish Council ushers will resume ushering Sunday School students and teachers for communion from front to back and will then return to usher the rest of the parishioners for communion from front to back. Please note that everyone should wait his or her turn to be ushered, and that anyone standing in the back of the church should not proceed up the aisle for communion until invited to do so by the Parish Council usher.
Online Credit Card and ACH (Automated Clearing House) Giving Options: You can now make stewardship payments and other donations (including donations to the Altar/Benevolence Fund and St. Anna Capital Campaign Fund) via credit card or ACH payment. Visit stannagocutah.org/?page_id=2666 to make a one- time donation or set up reoccurring payments. Donations may also be made through the Vanco Give+ Mobile App. Please contact Parish Council Treasurer Dmitri Smirnov at [email protected] with any questions. Stock Donations: Our parish is now set up to receive marketable securities donations. Such donations will be received and handled in accordance with the financial policies adopted by the Parish Assembly. Please contact Parish Council Treasurer Dmitri Smirnov at [email protected] for further details.
MUSIC MINISTRY TEAM ANNOUNCEMENTS
Choir Practice: The next Choir Practice will be held Thursday, November 21, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. (time change due to Forever Young Holiday Party). Contact Sophie Wondolowski at [email protected] with questions.
STEWARDSHIP ANNOUNCEMENTS Stewardship packets were distributed at church November 3, 2019 at the General Assembly and packets for those not in attendance will be sent out via U.S. Mail. Please do your part to help us achieve our budgeted goal of $340,000! Bring your completed Stewardship Commitment Card to church this Sunday or mail it to 3015 E. Creek Road, Cottonwood Heights, UT 84093. Your Stewardship Ministry Team, Parish Council, and Clergy are thankful for your dedication to the ongoing well-being of our St. Anna parish. Stewardship, as you well know, is the absolute life-blood of our community’s financial health. We do not hold outside fundraisers, pass trays, or make seasonal appeals so that we can pay our operational expenses. To God’s glory, and to your credit, we sustain primarily through Stewardship and the sustained giving of our contributors. Thank You!
ST. ANNA CAPITAL CAMPAIGN (SACC) UPDATE
Dear St. Anna Parishioners,
As we move forward, we need to continue to provide funds to help us remodel our new church. A very inexpensive either weekly or monthly donation to the Coffee vs Cash Campaign is available for you to donate the cost of a cup of coffee a week toward the campaign. This will add up over the year and help our building committee remodel our new church building.
We will have a bunch of new opportunities for everyone to share their time and talent as we begin the process of moving into our new church.
The Capital Campaign Committee will be reaching out to individuals, companies, and corporations to donate building materials. As the ambassadors for St Anna, please contact members of the Capital Campaign committee with anyone you know who might be able to donate building materials to our church. We would be happy to talk to potential donors.
The Capital Campaign Committee is always available to answer any questions you may have. Please contact the committee directly or email us at [email protected]
St. Anna Capital Campaign Ministry Committee
SUNDAY SCHOOL AND YOUTH MINISTRY TEAM ANNOUNCEMENTS Sunday School Calendar December 1, 2019; Thanksgiving Break – No Classes December 22, 2019; Nativity Program December 29, 2019; Christmas Break – No Classes February 9, 2020: Procession to our new church home – No Classes February 23, 2020: Godparent Sunday March 1, 2020: Oratorical Festival March 21-22, 2020: Metropolis Oratorical Festival – Location TBD April 5, 2020: Palm Sunday April 12, 2020: Pascha May 17, 2020: Sunday School Graduation
Folk Dance Practices each Sunday:
Golden Angels Grades K-2 12:30 - 1:00 p.m. Hrisopeda Grades 3 - 5 12:30 - 1:15 p.m. Hrisa Palikaria Grades 6 - 12 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
GOYA RETREAT: Glowing in Christ is the theme for our Fall Retreat to be held at St. Anna’s, this Friday, November 15, 2019 at 7:00 pm thru Saturday, November 16, 2019 at 7:00 pm. Using the gym, fellowship hall and church will maximize an amazing time! Glowing is our theme. Just like our Youth, Bright, Colorful and Lighting the Way. Bring your sleeping bag ready to spend the night at the Church. We will pray, plan and enjoy!
WOMEN’S MINISTRY TEAM ANNOUNCEMENTS
Women’s Ministry Team Meeting: There will not be a general meeting in November due to the Thanksgiving Holiday. Mingle & Jingle 2019: Our annual Mingle & Jingle Christmas event will take place Monday, December 2, 2019, at 6:30 p.m. at the Cottonwood Country Club, 1780 East Lakewood Drive. $40 per person. For reservations please contact Pat Daskalas at 801-673-5051.
PRAYER LIST
Angela, Athena, Carol, Chad, Charissa, Chris, Cyndy, Cynthia, Debbie, Diane, Don, Ellie, Eugene, Eugeniy, Fred, Gary, George, Greg, Gus, Jacqui, Jennifer, Joe, Jordan, Ken, Kimberly, Lezlie, Lynne, Madeline, Mary, Mary Lynn, Maureen, Myles, Natalia, Natalie, Nicole, Paisley, Patty, Preston, Rock, Sal, Stephanie, Steve, Tamara, and Theodore If you would like a name added to the prayer list, please email Elaine Peterson at [email protected] no later than Tuesday, November 12, 2019, at 4:00 pm.
PARISH CALENDAR Visit www.stannagocutah.org/?page_id=1663 to obtain an electronic copy of the parish calendar. You can link our calendar with your personal calendar by clicking on the “subscribe” button on the lower right hand corner and selecting the calendar program of your choice.
November
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Eight Parish Orthodox Evening Morning GOYA Sunday of Council Inquirer’s Bible Study Bible Study Neon Lock- Luke Meeting Class 7:00 pm 10:30 am in Retreat 9:00 am 7:00 pm 6:30 pm 7:00 pm Orthros/ 10:00 am Divine Liturgy 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Ninth Orthodox Evening Morning Paraklesis Sunday of Inquirer’s Bible Study Bible Study Service to Luke Class 7:00 pm 10:30 am St. Anna, 9:00 am 6:30 pm Mother of Orthros/ Forever the 10:00 am Young Theotokos Divine Holiday Party 8:00 am Liturgy 11:30 am Orthros/ 9:00 am Choir Practice Divine 1:30 pm Liturgy 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Tenth St. Orthodox Evening Thanksgiving St. Andrew the Sunday of Katherine Inquirer’s Bible Study First Called Luke the Great Class 7:00 pm Apostle 9:00 am Martyr 6:30 pm 8:00 am Orthros/ 8:00 am Orthros/ 10:00 am Orthros/ 9:00 am Divine 9:00 am Divine Liturgy Liturgy Divine Liturgy