Bartholomew, the Apostle

All Antiochian Orthodox Church Bartholomew was one of the Twelve Great Apostles. In all probability, it appears that Bartholomew 4129 West Newport Avenue, Chicago IL 60641 and Nathaniel are one and the same person. He was a companion of the Apostle Philip and Philip's sister, the Mariamna and, for some time, a companion of St. John the Theologian. Church Office : 773- 777 - 0749 Bartholomew preached the first throughout Asia and, after that, in India and finally in www.allsaintsorthodox.org where he died a 's death. In Hierapolis, these holy apostles by prayer, caused the Pastor: Father Patrick Henry Reardon death of a large serpent which the heathens kept in their temple and worshipped. In this same city [email protected] and, by prayer, they restored sight to Stachius who was blind for forty years. It was here that a mob rose up against them and they crucified Philip and Bartholomew (Bartholomew was crucified Deacon Walid Abdul Karim upside down). At this time, an earthquake occurred in which the evil judges and may people Walid1177@yahoo .com perished. Feeling that this was a punishment from God, many ran to remove the apostles from the crosses but Philip was already dead while Bartholomew was still alive. After this, Bartholomew Subdeacon Freve went to India where he preached and translated the Gospel of St. Matthew into the Indian language. Subdeacon Corey Following this, he entered Armenia where he cured the daughter of the king from insanity. But the envious brother of King Astyages seized God's apostle, crucified him on a cross, skinned him and June 10, 2018 – Second Sunday after finally beheaded him in Armenian Albanopolis [Derbend]. Christians honorably buried his body in a lead sarcophagus. Because many miracles occurred over his , the pagans took the Martyr and Virgin-martyr Antonina at Constantinople; sarcophagus and tossed it into the sea. But the water carried the sarcophagus to the Island of Lipara Venerable Theophanes the and Pansemne the former harlot of Antioch; where Agathon, through a revelation in a dream, met and buried it in the church. St. John the wonderworker, metropolitan of Tobolsk and all Siberia Bartholomew, attired in a white garment, appeared in church to Venerable Joseph, the Hymnographer, blessed him with the Gospel that he may be able to sing spiritual hymns saying: Matins Gospel Reading: Mark 16:1-8 "Let heavenly waters of wisdom flow from your tongue!" He also appeared to Emperor Anastasius (491-518 A.D.) and told him that he would protect the newly established town of Dara. Later, the Troparion of the Resurrection (Tone 1): relics of this great apostle were translated to and then to Rome. Great and awesome While the stone was sealed by the Jews, and the soldiers were guarding Thy most pure miracles have occurred over these relics. 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 Prologue from Ochrid Resurrection O , glory to Thy kingdom, glory to Thy providence, O Thou who alone art the lover of mankind.

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 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, Dear All Saints Parish, who cry unto Thee in faith, for Thou art good. Hasten to us with intercessions, O Theotokos, who didst ever intercede for those who honour Thee. We will be in Colorado with our son's family until mid-August. We will miss you and appreciate your prayers during our travels. Troparion of All Saints (Tone 4): Adorned in the blood of Thy , throughout all the world as in purple and fine linen, SbDn Joseph and Carolyn Thy Church through them doth cry unto Thee, O Christ God: Send down Thy compassion upon Thy people; grant peace to Thy habitation and great mercy to our souls. 2018 Annual Parish Life Conference: St. Elias Church in Sylvania is excited to invite you to the 72nd Diocese of Toledo and the Midwest 2018 Parish Life Conference, June 20 - 24, Prokeimenon Psalm: in Sylvania, OH. For registration and more information, please consult Let Thy mercy, O Lord, be upon us. http://www.antiochianevents.com/toledo.html Rejoice in the Lord, O ye righteous.

Epistle Reading: St. Paul to the Romans 2:10-16 Orthodox Young Professionals Conference: The Antiochian Archdiocese Young Adult Ministry is hosting its third OYPC from August 16 - 19, 2018, in Denver, CO. The Gospel Reading: Matthew 4:18-23 Conference, which promotes young adult participation in our Archdiocese, is expected to bring together two hundred to two hundred fifty attendees from across North America. If Saturday, June 16: Vespers, 7:30 PM (Confession available before and after) you have any questions, please contact [email protected] or visit oypc.org

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