Holy Martyr & Eighth Sunday of Luke

November 11, 2018

2 of the Day: Martyrs Victor & Stephanie in Damascus; Martyr Vincent of Spain; Venerable Theodore the Studite; Blessed Maximos the fool-for-Christ; Martyr Stephen of Dechani, king of Serbia, Stephen Urosh and Princess Milica; Martin the merciful, of Tours

RESURRECTIONAL APOLYTIKION IN TONE SEVEN Thou didst shatter death by Thy Cross, Thou didst open paradise to the thief; Thou didst turn the sadness of the ointment-bearing women into joy. And didst bid Thine Apostles proclaim a warning, that Thou hast risen O Christ, granting to the world the Great Mercy.

APOLYTIKION OF ST. MENAS THE GREAT-MARTYR IN TONE FIVE With great valor of soul, thou didst strive in martyrdom, * and having fought the good fight, O divine Menas, * thou from Heaven hast received the gift of miracles; * for God hath shown thee to the world * as a worker of great signs, and He made thee our protector * and a swift help in afflictions and ever-vigilant defense from harm.

TROPARION OF ST. GEORGE IN TONE FOUR As deliverer of captives and defender of the poor, healer of the infirm and champion of kings, victorious Great-martyr George, intercede with Christ our God that our souls may be saved.

KONTAKION OF ENTRANCE OF THE IN TONE FOUR The most pure Temple of the Savior; the precious Chamber and Virgin; the sacred Treasure of the glory of God, is presented today to the house of the Lord. She brings with her the grace of the Spirit, therefore, the of God praise her: "Truly this woman is the abode of heaven."

3 THE EPISTLE The Lord will give strength to His people. Ascribe to the Lord, O children of God, ascribe to the Lord glory and honor. The Reading from the Second Epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians. (4:6-15) Brethren, it is the God Who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” Who has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Christ. But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, to show that the transcendent power belongs to God and not to us. We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed; always carrying in the body the death of , so that the life of Jesus may also be manifested in our bodies. While we live we are always being given up to death for Jesus’ sake, so that the life of Jesus may be manifested in our mortal flesh. So death is at work in us, but life in you. Since we have the same spirit of faith as he had who wrote, “I believed, and so I spoke,” we too believe, and so we speak, knowing that He Who raised the Lord Jesus will raise us also with Jesus and bring us with you into His presence. For it is all for your sake, so that as grace extends to more and more people it may increase thanksgiving, to the glory of God.

THE GOSPEL The Reading from the Holy Gospel according to St. 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?” Jesus said to him, “What is written in the Law? How do you read?” And the lawyer 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 Jesus said to him, “You have answered right; do this, and you will live.” (cont. on p. 4) 4 (cont. from p. 3) But the lawyer, desiring to justify himself, said to Jesus, “And who is my neighbor?” Jesus replied, “A man was going down from 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?” The lawyer said, “The one who showed mercy on him.” And Jesus said to him, “Go and do likewise.”

PARISH UPDATES

Parish Bookstore: SHOP LOCAL and get some wonderful Christian gifts and items for you and your families!

Pre-Thanksgiving Luncheon (TODAY): Annual "free-will offering" luncheon to support our parish charity offering Thanksgiving baskets to needy families across the Wabash Valley.

Bethesda Gardens Visitation (TODAY): Join us at 2:00p as we gather for prayer and visit with some residents.

Intro to Orthodoxy Series (Wednesday, November 14): Evening begins with a Prayer Service at 6:00p followed by the session until 8:00p - snacks and refreshments provided. Join us for our "Education in the Faith" session! 5 Senior Outing at ISU Madrigal Dinner (Saturday, December 1): Our parish seniors are invited to attend this event at 7:00p at St. Stephen Episcopal Church; cost is $30 per person (including dinner and musical performance) and seating is limited. Please contact Patti Maloof (812-232-5841) if you'd like to attend!

Psalter Reading Group (Advent Season): Each day during the Advent season (November 15-December 24) you'll read a small section from the Psalter (Book of Psalms) - about 10-15 minutes. With just this little bit of reading daily, you'll end up reading through the entire Book of Psalms TWICE. The awesome concept that makes it a group effort is that every day the entire Book of Psalms is read by the group (because each participant is assigned a different section each day). Email Fr Paul([email protected]) to participate in this unique Scriptural reading program!

6 STORK REPORT

Our daughter, Rebekah Elizabeth Fuller was born on Sunday, November 4 at 8:10p weighing in at 6lbs & 7 oz and standing tall at 20in! Mama & Baby are doing well - thanks be to God! Newborn & Motherly Prayers of the Orthodox Church performed at the hospital (vocational perk for this proud daddy and baba). We are home now and doing our best to adjust and rest; please keep us in your prayers! Many thanks for your continued love and support! —Fr. Paul & Ramia

VETERANS DAY—Sunday, Nov. 11

“...and for our Armed Forces, let us pray to the Lord.” Honoring ALL who have served! Thank you and God bless you!

HAPPY NOVEMBER BIRTHDAYS

PARKER ELLIS 11TH ELIZABETH NEICE 13TH MICHELLE NETZLER 14TH

SUMMARY—NOVEMBER 4, 2018 WEEKLY INCOME Pledges & Assessments $ 3,467.00 Candles/Cash $ 275.00 Donations $ 2,856.00 Parish Calendars Sponsorship $ 165.00 Bookstore $ 35.00 Total $ 6,798.00

Divine Liturgy Attendance: 132

7 HOLY OBLATION

TODAY Offered by St. George Church School students & teachers for the health and well-being of our parish community. November 18 Offered by Buzash for the health and well-being of his family and in memory of his parents and the Buzash, Urden, & White Families. November 25 Offered by & Jennifer Turner and Family for the health and well-being of their family and on the occasion of Jillian’s birthday. December 2 Offered by the Maloof Family for their health and well-being and in memory of Mike Maloof

COFFEE (FELLOWSHIP) HOUR TODAY — Pre-Thanksgiving Luncheon Fundraiser November 18 — Hosted by Michael Buzash November 25 — Hosted by Jeremiah & Jennifer Turner December 2— Hosted by the Maloof Family

LITURGICAL SCHEDULE THIS WEEK

Wednesday, November 14 Nativity Paraklesis & 6:00p Intro to Orthodoxy Series Saturday, November 17 Great Vespers 6:00p Sunday, November 18 Matins 9:00a Divine Liturgy 10:00a followed by Church School classes 8 St. George Orthodox Church 1900 South 4th Street Terre Haute, IN 47802 (812) 232-5244 † [email protected] www.stgeorgeterrehaute.com

Rev. Fr. Paul Fuller, Pastor † Rev. Pdn. Elias Corey (502) 592-9981 † [email protected]

Parish Council

Chairman Vice-Chairman Treasurer Secretary Kal Ellis Tony Tanoos Michael Tom Jim Tanoos Esther Simbol

Ray Azar Sandy Kassis Jason Lake Jeremiah Turner

Parish Organizations & Ministries

Ladies’ Society Society of St. George Maintenance Maria Zack Kassis Jason Lake

Choir Teen SOYO Stewardship Jaimie Ellis Jillian Turner, President Michael C. Ellis Joanna Dailey Jennifer Turner, Advisor Zack Kassis

Social Center Coordinator Michael C. Ellis

Church School Teachers

Pre-K & K 1st & 2nd 3rd-5th Maria Straub Paula Powell Gina White Adrian Polit Sandy Kassis Trisha Tanoos

Middle School High School Stacey Bocard Christy Ellis Adam Azar