Welcome to St. Demetrios
Greek Orthodox Church
November, 15 2015
Father Gary Kyriacou, Presbyter
805-443-3376
frgaryk@saintdem.org

5575 SANTA ROSA ROAD CAMARILLO, CALIFORNIA 93012
MAILING ADDRESS: PO BOX 1970 CAMARILLO, CALIFORNIA 93011
OFFICE 805-482-1273 (9 AM TO 2 PM M-F)
www.saintdem.org

Kim Slagle, Parish Administrator
kim@saintdem.org

Adaire Nylander, Bookkeeper
adaire@saintdem.org

PLEASE SILENCE YOUR CELL PHONES

HOLY COMMUNION
 

Those who receive must be:
- Baptized/Chrismated Orthodox Christian
- In Good Standing with Church Protocols
- Fully Prepared to Receive this Sacrament in Mind & Heart

If you should have any questions, please speak with Father Gary.
Communion is a Sacrament and requires your
full attention and devotion.
Ladies, please remember to remove your lipstick.

COFFEE HOUR SPONSOR: Parish Council
Fall Parish General Assembly
 

 

USHERS: Tim, Tom, Terri and Ryan G.
 

COFFEE HOUR SPONSOR: Amanda Sanderson

MEMORIAL: Andrea T. Tsakrios’ Mother

            UPCOMING CHURCH EVENTS           

 

▪Monday, November 16th

▪Tuesday, November 17th

Orthodox Study 7 pm

▪Wednesday, November 18th

▪Thursday, November 19th

▪Saturday, November 21st

▪Sunday, November 22nd

 

 

BRETHREN, Christ is our peace, who has made us both one, and has broken down the dividing wall of hostility, by abolishing in his flesh the law of commandments and ordinances, that he might create in himself one new man in place of the two, so making peace, and might reconcile us both to God in one body through the cross, thereby bringing the hostility to an end. And he came and preached peace to you who were far off and peace to those who were near; for through him we both have access in one Spirit to the Father. So then you are no longer strangers and sojourners, but you are fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God, built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Christ Jesus himself being the cornerstone, in whom the whole structure is joined together and grows into a holy temple in the Lord; in whom you also are built into it for a dwelling place of God in the Spirit.


 

 

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."

                        STEWARDSHIP                    
 

The Theology of Stewardship in Light of Orthodox Tradition by Fr Paul Wesche (Light and Life Publishing)
 

Coffee Hour: Over the years our coffee hour has evolved and visitors often comment on how nice it is. Many parishioners have volunteered to host the coffee hour and their generosity has been exceptional! In order for all to enjoy this wonderful time of fellowship in our new space please do your best to clean up the area where you are sitting by disposing of your coffee cup, plate and napkins when finished. Place an offering in the "donation" basket. The monies collected directly purchase supplies for our coffee hour. IMPORTANT: please do not take this to mean that your required to donate in order to partake. We are only asking people to contribute as they can, if you cannot, your prayers are always needed and appreciated. Please contact Jody at 805 402-3696 or via email way2jodys@gmail to schedule a coffee hour in January 2016.
 

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Online Stewardship: PushPay.com! Convenient & Easy! Please visit the following site and create your giving profile to-day at https://pushpay.com/pay/saintdem/ You can do a quick tutorial (make sure your speakers are turned up) and tailor your account. If you have any questions, please call (805) 443-3376 or email Fr. Gary at frgaryk@saintdem.org

SANTA NEEDS HELPERS! He has made his list, he’s checked it twice and realized he needs some help! Donate to a child in need this Christmas season.  St. Demetrios will be collecting gifts and donations for an orphanage for boys located in Mexico.  ALL DONATIONS MUST BE COLLECTED BY SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6 for processing plus allow for shipment to Mexico for Christmas Day joy.  Our parish will sponsor one child named Oscar for all his needs but also would like to buy a few gifts each for the other 22 kids at the orphanage.  We are looking for Hoodies, Basketballs and Soccer Balls for each boy.  This week every boy’s picture and profile will be along the stairs with a sign up sheet to choose a gift (or hopefully more).  If you hate shopping like Scrooge, please feel free to donate cash, by check (please write Santa Helper in the memo line) or call the office and charge by phone. THANK YOU!

Hollywood Greek Night and Christmas Party: YOU’RE INVITED to the St. Demetrios Christmas Party on Saturday, December 12 at 6:00 pm. There will be Dancing, Dinner, Raffle, Auction, Red Carpet Photos, and lots of fun! Proceeds will benefit the Dance Groups. Tickets are $25 Adults/$15 Kids 10 and under. Beer and wine $5. To buy your tickets please contact Oliva 805-377-8916 for more information.

 

 

Christmas Card Sponsors Needed: The “Most Wonderful Time of the Year” will be here before you know it! Spreading the joy of this Blessed season to your fellow parishioners by including your name or your family name on the St. Demetrios Christmas card multiplies the happiness among others. Please see the sign-up sheet insert in the bulletin, fill it out and return it to Cally or the church office. Payments can be made online using PushPay or by calling the church office. Deadline is Monday, November 30th.



 

 

Epiphany is Sunday, January 10: Please see the sign-up form insert in this week’s bulletin or in the Narthex. Please contact Barbara Kokkinis at 805-815-3063, 760-285-3901 or via email nbkthegreeks@aol.com for more information. Luncheon RSVPs are first come, first paid. This is an awesome event!

 

                        ADMINISTRATIVE                   

 

Volunteers Needed: We are in need of your talents and time. As you know moving can bring multiple tasks that need to be handled. In our beautiful building are looking for wonderful volunteers that can help make St. Demetrios a wonderful light to the community of Camarillo! Call John Poulos at 805-558-2633 or the church office on how to help.

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