Holy Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church
The 10th Sunday of Luke
December 8, 2019
The Forefeast of the Conception by St. Anna of the Most Holy Theotokos
The Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom
The Liturgy begins on p 19 of the “Divine Liturgy Hymnal.” The following are most of the changeable parts and special instructions for today.
2nd Antiphon: Save us, O Son of God, risen from the dead. We sing to you, Alleluia.
Only Begotten, new version: Only begotten Son and Logos of God, being immortal, You condescended for our salvation to take flesh from the holy Theotokos and ever-virgin Mary and, without change, became man. Christ, our God, You were crucified and conquered death by death. Being one of the Holy Trinity, glorified with the Father and the Holy Spirit, save us.
3rd Antiphon: Resurrection Apolytikion Tone 8, Hymnal p 127 From on high You descended, O merciful Lord. You accepted the cross and three days in the tomb to free us from the bondage of sin, O our life and resurrection. Glory to You, O Lord.
Hymns after the Gospel Entrance
Resurrection Apolytikion Tone 8 (above)
Parish Apolytikion: You were transfigured on the mountain, O Christ our God, Showing Your glory to the disciples as much as they could bear. Shine on us also, the sinners, shine Your everlasting light, Through the intercessions of the Theotokos, Giver of Life, glory to You!
Preparation of the Nativity Kontakion, Hymnal p 241 Today the Virgin goes forth, making her way to a cave, where from her, ineffably, God the eternal Word will be born. Let the world be filled with joy, hearing these tidings. Joining the angels and shepherds let us give glory to Him who is God from all ages, yet wills to be seen as a little child.
The Epistle Reading: Ephesians 4:1-7 The Gospel Reading: Luke 13:10-17
The Cherubic Hymn, we sing p 295 from the Hymnal
The Lord’s Prayer – English first, Greek last – other languages between
Announcements
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40 Day Memorial Service for Sophia Kontaxis – today at the end of Liturgy.
Prosphora Baking Class –after Liturgy today. See Claudia Muse
Food Pantry bag preparation today during Coffee Hour. Food Pantry next Saturday beginning at 8 a.m.
Study Group – Wednesday, 7 p.m. “Know the Faith” by Fr. Michael Shanbour
Orthodox Christian Mission Center presentation – Sunday, Dec. 15, after Liturgy. Markella Balasis, SAMP/Agape Coordinator, will be our guest.
December Parish Council Meeting – Sunday, Dec. 15, during Coffee Hour
Vespers & Confession – Saturday, Dec. 21, 6:30 p.m.
The Nativity Liturgy – Christmas Eve at 5:00 p.m.
Our Annual Nativity Charitable Collection is under way. Please donate gift cards and/or money for our needy families.
Communion: Only Orthodox Christians who have prepared themselves should come forward to receive the Eucharist. Others may join us in partaking reverently of the blessed bread distributed at the close of the service, called “Antidoron.”
Contact information
Holy Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church 4612 Gilbert Avenue, Columbus, GA 31904 Telephone: 706.660.1777
Under the Omophorion of His Eminence, Metropolitan Alexios of Atlanta Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America
Web: www.orthodoxcolumbus.org [email protected] Text giving: 706-223-3310
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Rev. Fr. David Hudson: 770.608.2667 [email protected]
Rev. Dn. Stephen Muse: 706.561.9926 [email protected]
Kevin Spivey, P.C. President: 706.315.3902 [email protected]
Do not say then, “I am hated, and that is why I do not love.” For this is why you ought to love most.
St. John Chrysostom