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In Christ's Service,
Father Gary Kyriacou
St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church
Welcome to St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church
November, 29 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
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.
Everyone present, guests included, are invited to receive the blessed bread
“Antidoron” from the priest as a gift of Christian fellowship
at the end of the service during Dismissal
If you are not familiar with Orthodox Christian worship, please ask one of the Ushers for assistance or if you desire spiritual direction please contact Father Gary
St. Demetrios sincerely hopes that your visit with us brings you closer to our Lord, God, and Savior, Jesus Christ and you enjoyed today’s worship experience.
Please accept our invitation to join us after Divine Liturgy for Coffee Hour.
TODAY'S SCHEDULE
USHERS: George, John, Teddy & Frank
TODAY’S ACOLYTE: All
COFFEE HOUR SPONSOR: Amanda Sanderson
NEXT SUNDAY - (December 6th)
USHERS: Cally, Keith, Kent & Lou
TODAY’S ACOLYTE: Team 1
Leo—Captain, Peter—Asst. Captain
Dean, Cody, Christos, Demetri & Lucas
COFFEE HOUR SPONSOR: Loisidis Family
Memorial: Panagiotis Loisides & Marla Loisides
May Their Memory Be Eternal
MEMORIAL: Afroditi David (Theodoros’ Mother) ~ 4 Years
Artoklasia: Feast of Saint Nikolaos
Good Health and Prosperity for the
Theodoros & Niki David Family & Friends
Parish Council
Election Schedule
Applications For Candidacy Are Due
Tomorrow, November 30th by 5 PM
Parish Council Voting For 2016
Next Sunday, December 6th
Must Be Present To Vote
Sorry - No Absentee Ballots
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UPCOMING CHURCH EVENTS
▪Sunday, November 29th
Orthros 9 am
Divine Liturgy 10 am
No Sunday School
Philoptochos Christmas Botique 11:30 am - 2:30 pm
Philoptochos Bake Holiday Sale Order Forms Due
Dance Practice 1 pm
▪Monday, November 30th
Applications For Candidacy Due by 5 pm
Youth Choir 6 pm
Youth Dance 7 pm
▪Tuesday, December 1st
Paraklesis 6 pm
Orthodox Study 7 pm (Islam)
▪Wednesday, December 2nd
Boy Scouts & Cub Scouts 6:30 pm
▪Thursday, December 3rd
Daughters of Penelope 6:30 pm
▪Saturday, December 5th
Philoptochos Baking Session (Tamales) 9 am - 2 pm
Choir Rehearsal 10 am
▪Sunday, December 6th
Orthros 9 am
Divine Liturgy 10 am
Sunday School after Divine Liturgy
Parish Council Elections
Philoptochos Christmas Boutique 11:30 am - 2:30 pm
Dance Practice 1 pm
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Ephesians 5: 8-19
WALK AS CHILDREN OF LIGHT (for the fruit of light is found in all that is good and right and true), and try to learn what is pleasing to the Lord. Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but in-stead expose them. For it is a shame even to speak of the things that they do in secret; but when anything is exposed by the light it becomes visible, for anything that becomes visible is light. Therefore it is said, "Awake, O sleeper, and arise from the dead, and Christ shall give you light." Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise men but as wise, making the most of the time, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery; but be filled with the Spirit, addressing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody to the Lord with all your heart.
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Luke 18 : 18 - 27
AT THAT TIME, a ruler came to Jesus and asked him, "Good Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?" And Jesus said to him, "Why do you call me good? No one is good but God alone. You know the commandments: 'Do not commit adultery, Do not kill, Do not steal, Do not bear false witness, Honor your father and mother.' " And he said, "All these I have observed from my youth." And when Jesus heard it, he said to him, "One thing you still lack. Sell all that you have and distribute it to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow me." But when he heard this he became sad, for he was very rich. Jesus looking at him said, "How hard it is for those who have riches to enter the kingdom of God! For it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God." Those who heard it said, "Then who can be saved?" But he said, "What is impossible with men is possible with God."
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STEWARDSHIP
End of Year Donations: ALL YEAR END DONATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE OFFICE BY DECEMBER 30 OR POSTMARKED NO LATER THAN DECEMBER 31 TO BE ACCOUNTED FOR IN 2015.
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
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Anointing of the Sick: Will be held Tuesday, December 8 at 6:30 pm. When one is ill and in pain, this can very often be a time when one feels alone and isolated. The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick reminds us that when we are in pain, either physical, emotional, or spiritual, Christ is present with us through the ministry of His Church. He is among us to offer strength to meet the challenges of life.
Coffee Hour: A simple coffee hour will be available in the Assembly Hall TODAY. If you would like to host a coffee hour please contact Jody 805-402-3696 or via email way2jodys@gmail.com
PLEASE NOTE: IN ORDER TO CREATE KOLIVA AND BREAD FOR ARTOKLASIA FOR A PARISHIONER, ARRANGEMENTS MUST BE CONFIRMED AND PAID BY THE PRIOR TUESDAY OF THE DESIRED SUN-DAY DATE OR THE REQUEST WILL BE MOVED TO THE NEXT AVAILABLE SUNDAY. COST IS $150 AND IS PAYABLE BY CASH, CHECK OR CREDIT CARD TO COVER THE LABOR & TIME INVOLVED.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Philoptochos Annual Christmas Boutique: Will be held TODAY, December 6 & 13 from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm. Proceeds benefit local Ventura Charities. Come support this great cause!
SANTA NEEDS HELPERS: St. Demetrios is collecting gifts and donations for 22 orphaned of boys located in Mexico. ALL DONATIONS MUST BE COLLECTED BY SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6 for processing plus allow time for shipment to Mexico for Christ-mas Day joy.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY IN MAKING THIS CHRISTMAS AWESOME FOR THESE BOYS!!!
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.
Calling All Teens and Parents: In lieu of FIRE, St. Demetrios will host a meeting here on Tuesday, December 15 at 7pm upstairs in the Assembly Hall called ENDING THE SILENCE. This is a 50 minute program designed for jr. high & high school audiences. This transformational program is devoted to giving students an opportunity to learn about mental illness through an informative PowerPoint, short videos, and personal testimony. Through the presentation, students learn symptoms and indicators of mental illness, and are given ideas about how to help themselves, friends, or family members who may be in need of support. Call the church office 805-482-1273 for more details.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Epiphany is Sunday, January 10: Early Bird Pricing till Sunday, December 13 is $40/Adults (18 & over), $25/Young Adults (12-17), $15/Children (6-11), Children under 5 are Free (but must RSVP). Sign-up forms are 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. Come celebrate at this awesome event!
PanHellenic Scholarship Foundation: All college undergrad students are encouraged to apply at www.panhellenicscholarships.org as the application deadline is Monday, February 1.
ADMINISTRATIVE
Change in Personnel: Please welcome Jackie, our new Bookkeeper to the parish. Her email is Jackie@saintdem.org. Please drop her a note of welcome.
FEAST DAY CELEBRATIONS
Saint Nicholas: Northridge will hold the Service of Great Vespers on Saturday, December 5 at 7 pm with a compli-mentary dinner to follow. Please RSVP to the church office by dialing 818-886-4040 or email Maria at mjanios@st-nicholas.info for more information
Saint Barbara: Service of Great Vespers on Thursday, December 3 at 6 pm plus Orthros & Divine Liturgy on December 4 at beginning at 9 am. Please call the church office by dialing 805-683-4492 or email office@saintbarbara.net for more information.
