Welcome to St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church
January 17, 2016 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: All Volunteer Basis
TODAY’S ACOLYTE: Team 3
Gavin—Captain, Michael S.—Asst. Captain
Sean, Christopher, Austin, Miles & Michael
COFFEE HOUR SPONSOR:
Nathalie Habash
Memorial: Hanna (Johnny) Habash ~ 10 Years
Father to Nathalie
May His Mempry Be Eternal
The Lord’s Prayer Schedule
As Well as in English & Greek
1st Sunday of the Month: Spanish—Nick Varnava
2nd Sunday of the Month: Arabic—Lucy Morcos
3rd Sunday of the Month: Romanian –Christina Burus
4th Sunday of the Month: Russian—Anya Zmed
5th Sunday of the Month: Only English & Greek
Do you know of a parishioner who is ill that is in need of a visitation? Please contact Father Gary by calling the church office 805-482-1273 or his cell directly 805-443-3376 to notify him of a parishioner that needs a visit or a prayer!
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UPCOMING CHURCH EVENTS
▪Sunday, January 17th
Orthros 9 AM
Divine Liturgy 10 AM
Sunday School After Communion
Dance Practice 1 PM
▪Monday, January 18th
Parish Council 6:30 PM
Youth Dance 7:00 PM
▪Tuesday, January 19th
Paraklesis 6 PM
Orthodox Study 7 PM
(The Book of Revelation)
▪Wednesday, January 20th
Boy Scouts & Cub Scouts 6:30 PM
-Thursday, January 21st
AHEPA 7 PM
Greek Festival Meeting 7 PM
▪Saturday, January 23rd
Choir Rehearsal 10 AM
▪Sunday, January 17th
Orthros 9 AM
Divine Liturgy 10 AM Sunday School After Communion
Dance Practice 1 PM
PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS our loved ones who died recently: Mrs. Micki Pulos, wife of Chris Pulos and mother to Dan, Dean and Chris, Jr.
May Her Memory Be Eternal
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Hebrews 13 : 17 — 12
BRETHREN, obey your leaders and submit to them; for they are keeping watch over your souls, as men who will have to give ac-count. Let them do this joyfully, and not sadly, for that would be of no advantage to you. Pray for us, for we are sure that we have a clear conscience, desiring to act honorably in all things. I urge you the more earnestly to do this in order that I may be re-stored to you the sooner. Now may the God of peace who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the eternal covenant, equip you with everything good that you may do His will, working in you that which is pleasing in His sight, through Jesus Christ; to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.
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Luke 17: 12 — 19
AT THAT TIME, as Jesus en-tered a village, He was met by ten lepers, who stood at a dis-tance and lifted up their voic-es and said: "Jesus, Master, have mercy on us." When He saw them He said to them, "Go and show yourselves to the priests." And as they went they were cleansed. Then one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, praising God with a loud voice; and he fell on his face at Jesus's feet, giving Him thanks. Now he was a Samaritan. Then said Jesus: "Were not ten cleansed? Where are the nine? Was no one found to return and give praise to God except this for-eigner?" And He said to him: "Rise and go your way; your faith has made you well."
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THE 2016 PARISH COUNCIL
New Years Bible Challenge: Join Father Gary by reading the bible this year! If you can’t be physically fit at least be spiritually fit. Pick up a Bible reading card in the Narthex.
2016 Wall Calendars: Thanks to the Ted Mayr Funeral Home in Ventura for sponsoring our 2016 calendars! One per family please. We also have small calendars in the Narthex.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
A NEW ALTAR FLOWER PROGRAM is starting this month. Parishioners can purchase altar flowers for Sunday’s Divine Liturgy in honor of a loved one’s Memorial, an anniversary, celebrating a birthday, etc. A local florist will create a beautiful arrangement (at the florist’s discretion) and it will be delivered to the church on Friday during office hours. At the end of the Divine Liturgy the patron may take home the arrangement to further enjoy during the week! The cost of the floral arrangement is $100. The great thing is the local florist is donating some of the proceeds back to St. Demetrios! Order yours today!
How to book your special Sunday:
Call the church during office hours 805-482-1273 or email Kim at kim@saintdem.org
Book the desired Sunday
Pay by Cash, Check or Credit Card
Flowers are on a first come, first paid basis
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Coffee Hour: One activity that all parishioners enjoy is the weekly coffee hour after Liturgy. We have been blessed with generous hosts who have supplied all of our wonderful goodies. What the coffee hour ministry supplies is ALL of the paper products, coffee, cream, snacks for the Sunday School. The coffee hour ministry relies solely on your donation of a dollar or two each week to supply these items each week. We hope you have enjoyed having a cup of coffee and a snack each week and that you consider making a donation in the basket that is on the table. Many thanks to those who have donated in the past! The coffee hour ministry appreciates your kindness. If you would like to host a coffee hour please contact Jody at (805) 402-3696 or via email way2jodys@gmail.com. Upcoming available dates are January 31, February 14, March 6, 20 & 27th.
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 SUNDAY DATE OR THE REQUEST WILL BE MOVED TO THE NEXT AVAILABLE SUNDAY. COST IS $100 AND IS PAYABLE BY CASH, CHECK OR CREDIT CARD TO COVER THE LABOR & TIME INVOLVED. IF YOU MAKE AND BRING YOUR OWN KOLIVA THERE IS NO CHARGE. THANK YOU.
Orthodox Study Series
Tuesday, January 19th
Paraklesis 6 PM & Orthodox Study 7 PM
Topic: The Book of Revelation
This week: Studying Chapters 3 & 4
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Second Collection Today: Our church handyman, Gino Canney had a mild stroke and we are collecting funds as he is currently unable to work. THANK YOU for your donations!
Philoptochos New Member Luncheon & Wine Tasting : Will be held Saturday, January 30 at 12:30 PM here at St. Demetrios. Please see the Bulletin insert for details.
Youth Group Lock In: Will be held Friday, January 29 at 7 PM—here at St. Demetrios. Please contact Father Gary for more details.
Save the Date
Independence Day of Celebration
Fish Luncheon
Sunday, March 27th
After the Divine Liturgy @ The Greek at the Harbor
Please contact Niki David at 805-444-2827 or via email at nikirouzo1@gmail.com for more details.
NEXT WEEK- (January 24th)
USHERS: All Volunteer Basis
TODAY’S ACOLYTE: Team 4
Jacob—Captain, Nicholas—Asst. Captain
Alex, Andreas, Alexander, Peyton & Zachary
COFFEE HOUR SPONSOR:
Paula Roe & Ted Theodore
Memorial: George & Della Tsiripilis: 21 & 4 Years, resp.
May their Memory Be Eternal
AT THAT TIME, as Jesus en-tered a village, He was met by ten lepers, who stood at a dis-tance and lifted up their voic-es and said: "Jesus, Master, have mercy on us." When He saw them He said to them, "Go and show yourselves to the priests." And as they went they were cleansed. Then one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, praising God with a loud voice; and he fell on his face at Jesus's feet, giving Him thanks. Now he was a Samaritan. Then said Jesus: "Were not ten cleansed? Where are the nine? Was no one found to return and give praise to God except this for-eigner?" And He said to him: "Rise and go your way; your faith has made you well."
