Te Reading from the Epistle of the Holy Apostle Paul to the Galatians (6:11–18) Saints Peter & Paul Brethren: see with what large letters I have written to you with my own hand! As Orthodox Church many as desire to make a good showing in the flesh, these would compel you to be Meriden, Connecticut circumcised, only that they may not suffer persecution for the cross of Christ. For website: sspeterpaul.org not even those who are circumcised keep the law, but they desire to have you circumcised that they may boast in your flesh. But God forbid that I should boast A Parish of the Orthodox Church in America except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world has been crucified Fr. Joshua Mosher, Pastor to me, and I to the world. For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor 203-237-4539 [email protected] uncircumcision avails anything, but a new creation. And as many as walk according to this rule, peace and mercy be upon them, and upon the Israel of God. Donna Leonowich, Parish Council President From now on let no one trouble me, for I bear in my body the marks of the Lord 203-887-5155 Jesus. Brethren, the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit. Amen. Synaxis of the Archangel Michael and Te Reading from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke (8:41–56) 22nd Sunday after Pentecost—Tone 5 the Other Bodiless Powers: Archangels At that time, a certain man named Jairus came to Jesus, and he was a ruler Gabriel, Raphael, Uriel, Selaphiel, of the synagogue. And he fell down at Jesus’ feet and begged Him to come November 8, 2020 Jegudiel, and Barachiel. to his house, for he had an only daughter about twelve years of age, and she was dying. But as He went, the multitudes thronged Him. Now a woman, having a flow of blood for twelve years, who had spent all her livelihood on physicians and could not be healed by any, came from Glory to Jesus Christ! Glory Forever! behind and touched the border of His garment. And immediately her Welcome! His Beatitude, Metropolitan Tikhon, locum tenens of our flow of blood stopped. And Jesus said, “Who touched Me?” When all denied it, Peter and those with him said, “Master, the multitudes throng diocese, has blessed our parish to begin “Phase 2” of our reopening and press You, and You say, ‘Who touched Me?’” But Jesus said, plan. We are now once again celebrating the Divine Liturgy, with a “Somebody touched Me, for I perceived power going out from Me.” Now maximum of 50 participants. We recognize that many in our when the woman saw that she was not hidden, she came trembling; and community are in the high-risk category for COVID-19, and are falling down before Him, she declared to Him in the presence of all the people the reason she had touched Him and how she was healed encouraged to stay home for now. We will continue sharing all our immediately. And He said to her, “Daughter, be of good cheer; your faith services online, whether they are celebrated in the temple or at home. has made you well. Go in peace.” While He was still speaking, someone Please visit our website for details: sspeterpaul.org/praying came from the ruler of the synagogue’s house, saying to him, “Your daughter is dead. Do not trouble the Teacher.” But when Jesus heard it, For those who are ready to worship in the temple (our church He answered him, saying, “Do not be afraid; only believe, and she will be building), please sign up at our website: sspeterpaul.org/signup . made well.” When He came into the house, He permitted no one to go in except Peter, James, and John, and the father and mother of the girl. Now We will make every effort to include the maximum possible over time. all wept and mourned for her; but He said, “Do not weep; she is not dead, While we encourage everyone to use the online form, Fr. Joshua will but sleeping.” And they ridiculed Him, knowing that she was dead. But also be reaching out to each member of the parish community. If you He put them all outside, took her by the hand and called, saying, “Little have questions or concerns, please contact him at 203-237-4539 or girl, arise.” Then her spirit returned, and she arose immediately. And He commanded that she be given something to eat. And her parents were [email protected]. astonished, but He charged them to tell no one what had happened. Upcoming Events in Parish Life Memory Eternal Te newly departed Clara Orlawski We are praying at home from booklets made available on our website, and inviting everyone to participate via the online meeting app All the departed servants of God who have served in the defense of our GoToMeeting—or call in. Visit our website for details. country. Saturday, Nov. 7 Great Vespers at home 5 PM We Ask Your Prayers Sunday, Nov. 8 Divine Liturgy—note early start! 9 AM The cross is lit this morning in honor of Fr. Michael Westerberg on his name day. (Te service will be shared online) Te cross is lit this afernoon for Rebecca Swimmer and Michael Pannone, who are to be joined in Holy Matrimony. To sanitize the church between the Liturgy and this afernoon’s wedding, we need to close the For those celebrating birthdays: Aleksandra Anna Connelly on Nov. 10. Catherine Barra on Nov. 13. building for four hours, so the Liturgy will begin at 9 AM this week. For those suffering from the coronavirus, physicians, nurses and all working in hospitals and public health. Wed., Nov. 11 Parish Council 6:30 PM For the Sick & Suffering: Tursday Little Vespers at home 6 PM William (Derrig)—cousin of Sarah Massaro Corey (Knap)—nephew of Valentina Knap, recovering from a serious accident Saturday, Nov. 14 Great Vespers at home 5 PM Karen (Rygiel)—sister-in-law of BreAnna Rygiel Sunday, Nov. 15 Divine Liturgy 9:30 AM Alexander (Mankevich)—Alzheimer’s Disease William (Weidmann)—husband of Adrian, suffering from a chronic immune (Te service will be shared online) condition similar to multiple sclerosis Sunday, Nov. 15 Beginning of the Nativity Fast Frank (McCarthy)—close friend of Paul Leonowich, who suffered a stroke Catherine and Robert (Barra) As always, this forty-day fast begins on Nov. 15. John (Boris)—brother of Jill Zadar Tis year, our experience may be different from Fr. Michael Koblosh—brother of M. Lydia Westerberg, who is undergoing the norm, but still we may suffer from distraction treatment for pancreatic cancer and worry. Tis time is a chance to return to the Joseph Pope—grandfather of Rebecca Swimmer, now in hospice care Lord, to seek peace, wisdom and mercy. Fast, pray, Cyprian and Dana Helen and Helene give, and confess your sins; then your heart will be For Our Shut-Ins: prepared to receive the Prince of Peace! Yvonne (Rutcho) Helen (Kasperovich) Jennie (Padick) Anna (Belejack) Margaret (Savchik) We ask your support our Charity Fund as we draw near to Ann (Kreshik) Walter (Lukashevich) Tanksgiving. Normally at this time, we would be preparing for our For Others in Need of Prayer: parish Tanksgiving celebrations. In our constrained circumstances, Noah (Leonowich) we still want to reach out to others out of love and gratitude. We now accept donations online! We are using Square Online to receive all standard forms of payment. Te page allows donations of any amount, and can set recurring contributions for your To share news in the bulletin, or to add someone to our prayer list, please convenience. Learn more on our donations page: https:// contact Fr. Joshua: [email protected] or 203-237-4539. sspeterpaul.org/donate . If you would like to commemorate loved ones by lighting the cross in church, please contact Alexia Tassmer: 203-284-0856. Hymns of the Day Tone 2 Kontakion (Bodiless Powers) Commanders of God’s armies Tone 5 Troparion (Resurrection) and ministers of the divine glory, Let us, the faithful, praise and worship the Word, princes of the bodiless angels co-eternal with the Father and the Spirit, and guides of mankind; born for our salvation from the Virgin; ask for what is good for us, and for great mercy,// for He willed to be lifed up on the Cross in the flesh, O Supreme Commanders of the Bodiless Hosts. to endure death, Now and ever… and to raise the dead// by His glorious Resurrection. Steadfast Protectress… Tone 4 Troparion (Bodiless Powers) Tone 5 Prokeimenon (Resurrection) O Commanders of the heavenly hosts, You, O Lord, shall protect us / and preserve us from this we who are unworthy beseech you: generation forever. (Ps. 11:7) by your prayers encompass us beneath the wings of your v: Save me, O Lord, for there is no longer any that is immaterial glory, godly! (Ps. 11:1a) and faithfully preserve us who fall down and cry out to you:// Tone 4 Prokeimenon (Bodiless Powers) “Deliver us from all harm, for you are the Commanders of the He makes His Angels spirits, / and His ministers a flame of fire. Powers on high!” (Ps. 103:5) Tone 5 Kontakion (Resurrection) Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia. You descended into hell, O my Savior, v: I will sing of Your mercies, O Lord, forever; with my mouth I shattering its gates as Almighty, will proclaim Your truth from generation to generation. resurrecting the dead as Creator, (Ps. 88:1-2) and destroying the sting of death. v: Praise Him, all His Angels, praise Him, all His hosts! (Ps. 148:2) You have delivered Adam from the curse, O Lover of Man,// and we cry to You: “O Lord, save us!” Communion Hymn Glory to the Father… Praise the Lord from the heavens, praise Him in the highest! (Ps 148:1) He makes His Angels spirits, and His ministers a flame of fire. (Ps. 103:5) Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia!