Hellenic Orthodox Mission

Hellenic Orthodox Mission of Hernando County

“A Pan-Orthodox Christian Community”

Ecumenical Patriarchate + Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America + Diocese of Atlanta

Services Held at St. Nicholas Chapel, 13460 Olympic Village Lane, Brooksville, FL - (352) 796-8482

The Hellenic Orthodox Mission Website: http://worship.nu/hellenicorthodoxmission/index.htm

FR. STANLEY S. HARAKAS, PROTOPRESBYTER - (352) 688-2382 (Afternoons and Evenings)

Members of our Mission Parish are called Stewards. What does it mean to be a "Steward" and to practice "Stewardship?"

These words describe a way of referring to our identity as Orthodox Christians. A steward is entrusted with certain responsibilities for the management of something. Think of a fine restaurant that has its own wine cellar. The "Wine Steward" of the restaurant is responsible for stocking the wines, maintaining them in the right position and temperature, and making them available to the serving staff. A "good wine steward" is one who fulfills his tasks responsibly and conscientiously.

The Bible also speaks of stewardship. But there, stewardship is about the Christian life. In the Church we talk about being good stewards of the blessings and gifts that God has given us. Part of living in response to God's loving giving to us, is to use what He has given us in His service. We return to Him a small portion of His blessings.

Among God's gifts to you are the blessings of life, talents, abilities, and material resources. That is why every Orthodox Christian is expected to be a steward of "Time," "Talent," and "Treasure."

To be an Orthodox Christian Steward of time means that a portion of each day or hour is properly committed to God's purposes. Taking time for Sunday worship at Church is an example. Orthodox Christian Stewardship of your talents means that you don't use them just for yourself, but also for the good of others, including your parish and the whole Church. Contributing financially and generously according to your ability, to your Parish and to those in need means that you are practicing your stewardship of treasure. Being a Steward is a three-fold way of living your faith.

So you see, these three kinds of stewardship include every aspect of your life. And every aspect of your life can and should express your Orthodox Faith. As a Christian, you are a Steward. The question is, are you a Good Steward? If you’ve made your pledge, are you up to date? If you haven’t pledged yet, you can do it today!

Orthros at 9:30 a.m.; Divine Liturgy at 10:00 a.m. Evening Services as announced.

Saints: The Righteous Symeon and his companion John (+570); Parthenios of Rodovizi, Arta.

Brethren, having been set free from sin, you have become slaves of righteousness. I am speaking in human terms, because of your natural limitations. For just as you once yielded your members to impurity and to greater and greater iniquity, so now yield your members to righteousness for sanctification. When you were slaves of sin, you were free in regard to righteousness. But then what return did you get from the things of which you are now ashamed? The end of those things is death. But now that you have been set free from sin and have become slaves of God, the return you get is sanctification and its end, eternal life. For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

At that time, as Jesus entered Capernaum, a centurion came forward to him, beseeching him an saying, "Lord, my servant is lying paralyzed at home, in terrible distress." And he said to him, "I will come and heal him." But the centurion answered him, "Lord, I am not worthy to have you come under my roof; but only say the word, and my servant will be healed. For I am a man under authority, with soldiers under me; and I say to one, 'Go,' and he goes, and to another, 'Come,' and he comes, and to my slave, 'Do this,' and he does it." When Jesus heard him, he marveled, and said to those who followed him, "Truly, I say to you, not even in Israel have I found such faith. I tell you, many will come from east and west and sit at table with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob in the kingdom of heaven, while the sons of the kingdom will be thrown into the outer darkness; there men will weep and gnash their teeth."And to the centurion Jesus said, "Go; be it done for you as you have believed." And the servant was healed at that very moment.

GOSPEL ENTRANCE HYMNS

Dismissal Hymn – 3^rd Tone

(Sing in Greek before the Entrance) (“Efrainestho ta Ourania”). Hymnal, 83-84.

(Sing in English after the Entrance)“Let all things rejoice”). Hymnal 83-84.

Translation: O never-failing protectress of Christians / and their ever-present intercessor before the Creator: do not be heedless to the prayerful voices of us sinners, but in your goodness extend your help to us who call upon you with confidence. Hasten, O Mother of God, to intercede for us. You have always protected those who honor you!

STEWARDSHIP: We are now in the second half of the year. Though it is summer and many members have gone north, our expenses still continue. Steward members who have made a pledge are asked to continue with regular contributions through the mail or with an envelope on Sunday. Please note: Make Check in the name of “The Hellenic Orthodox Mission of Hernando County.”

YOU TOO, CAN BE A STEWARD! The Mission needs your support. You can help by making a pledge to support the work of “The Hellenic Orthodox Mission of Hernando County.” This issue of The Orthodox Messenger includes a Pledge Form for your use. Pledges are not legal contracts. But rather, they help the Mission budget annual giving and expenses. Membership gives member privileges to Orthodox Christians in our Mission Parish. We look forward to your support.

PARISH EDUCATION PROGRAM: This Friday, July 26 at 2:00 p.m., we study one of the “Fourteen of the Most Beautiful Passages of the New Testament.” We finish with coffee and socializing until 3:30 p.m. Come and learn!

STEWARDS OF PROSFORON BAKING: Connie Mourgides (7/21); Helen Nicolelis 7/28; George Nikas 8/4; Fran Triantafilon 8/6 (Transfiguration of the Lord); Cathy Lemonedes 8/11. Venice Cosmadelis 8/15 (Dormition of the Theotokos); Connie Mourgides 8/18. Prosforon bakers, include names for commemoration.

THE FAST OF THE DORMITION OF THE THEOTOKOS: The two week fast for the feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God begins on Thursday, August 1 and ends with the Feast of the Dormition (“Falling Asleep”) on the 15^th of August.

SPONSOR “THE ORTHODOX MESSENGER”! Sponsor Needed! Sponsor an issue by donating $20. See Parish Council President Connie Mourgides.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR! A Divine Liturgy will be conducted on Tuesday, August 6 for the feast of the Transfiguration of Our Lord. On August 15, Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos, a Divine Liturgy will be offered. Plan on attending.

DONATION OPPORTUNITY! We need a new photocopier. We’ve found a photocopier with the necessary features for our copying needs. It is valued at $600, but we were able to purchase it with a $100 discount -a closeout price of $500. We need a donor for this essential equipment. To donate this photocopier, please contact Connie Mourgides, Council President, or Fr. Stanley Harakas.

FROM THE FATHERS: “The Lord is hidden in His own commandments, and He is to be found there in the measure that He is sought.” St. Mark the Ascetic

THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR: CARDINAL CLEANERS

Winn Dixie Shopping Center – Mariner & Spring Hill Dr. – 352-686-8888

Our Mission-Parish Council, Through the Fund Raising Committee, Invites Stewards & Friends of our

These Lunches are Fund Raisers for our Mission-Parish. Each time we will need the assistance of Volunteers to prepare the food and donations to purchase the food. To help, call Paul Cosmadelis, Fund Raising Committee Chairman (686-1199).

+DOROTHY HASKEDAKIS: Funeral Services were conducted on Thursday, July 18 from St. Nicholas Chapel for Hellenic Orthodox Mission of Hernando County member, Dorothy Christine Haskedakis. Our Mission-Parish extends deep sympathy to her husband John, son Doug and his wife Marilyn, sister Elaine Baker, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. May her memory be eternal!

THE OLYMPIC VILLAGE YOUTH FOUNDATION reminds you that you can become a supporting member with a contribution of $15 a month for couples and $10 a month per individual. Send your check made out to the above to 13460 Olympic Village Lane, Brooksville, FL 34614.

MANY THANKS TO GUS MARTI who has graciously donated to our Mission-Parish a new Sharp Photocopier. He has donated it in memory of his beloved wife Alice who passed away recently. May her memory be eternal. We are very grateful for this thoughtful gift!

NO MORE CANS! At the recommendation of Nikolai Kastelan, the Council of our Mission Parish has voted to terminate the collection of cans. Thanks are extended to Nikolai for his faithful supervision of this project over many years, which raised hundreds of dollars annually. We appreciate your service, Nikolai and Nanka.

STILL COLLECTING NEWSPAPER! Please continue, however, to bring your newspapers to our collection center. This is a valuable source of income for our Mission-Parish. Make sure that you deposit only newspapers in the bin. Thank you! Nikolai is also in charge of this project and we thank him for continuing to serve.

A CONTRACT HAS BEEN SIGNED for the preparation and installation of the headstone for Dino Adamis. The members and friends of our Mission-Parish will be informed when it is installed.

THE JULY MEETING of the Mission-Parish Council took place on Thursday, July 18. Reports on budget and finance, the Clergy-Laity Congress in Los Angeles, fund-raising, membership, directional signs, telephone repair, copy machine, parish office, library committee, planning and development, facilities and grounds, the Olympic Village Foundation, advertising, computer purchase, Archdiocese/Diocese grant payments, Dino Adamis headstone, Fall outreach program, listings in the Orthodox Messenger, tax-exempt status, land search committee, mission-parish affiliation with local social agencies, were presented. Because of the difficulty of obtaining a quorum next month because of member travel, the August meeting of the Mission-Parish Council is cancelled. The next meeting will be on September 19 at 2:00 p.m.

PARAKLESIS SERVICES during the Fast of the Dormition of the Theotokos will be held on the first day of the Fast, Thursday, Aug. 1 at 4:00 p.m.; Sunday, Aug.4 after Liturgy; Thursday, Aug. 8 at 4:00 p.m.; and Sunday, Aug. 11 after Liturgy. Service Books have been purchased so that all can sing the hymns of the Paraklesis.



Contents		The Orthodox Messenger Vol. I, No. 27 – Sunday, July 21, 2002 Hellenic Orthodox Mission of Hernando County “A Pan-Orthodox Christian Community” Ecumenical Patriarchate + Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America + Diocese of Atlanta Services Held at St. Nicholas Chapel, 13460 Olympic Village Lane, Brooksville, FL - (352) 796-8482 The Hellenic Orthodox Mission Website: http://worship.nu/hellenicorthodoxmission/index.htm FR. STANLEY S. HARAKAS, PROTOPRESBYTER - (352) 688-2382 (Afternoons and Evenings) BEING A STEWARD-MEMBER Members of our Mission Parish are called Stewards. What does it mean to be a "Steward" and to practice "Stewardship?" These words describe a way of referring to our identity as Orthodox Christians. A steward is entrusted with certain responsibilities for the management of something. Think of a fine restaurant that has its own wine cellar. The "Wine Steward" of the restaurant is responsible for stocking the wines, maintaining them in the right position and temperature, and making them available to the serving staff. A "good wine steward" is one who fulfills his tasks responsibly and conscientiously. The Bible also speaks of stewardship. But there, stewardship is about the Christian life. In the Church we talk about being good stewards of the blessings and gifts that God has given us. Part of living in response to God's loving giving to us, is to use what He has given us in His service. We return to Him a small portion of His blessings. Among God's gifts to you are the blessings of life, talents, abilities, and material resources. That is why every Orthodox Christian is expected to be a steward of "Time," "Talent," and "Treasure." To be an Orthodox Christian Steward of time means that a portion of each day or hour is properly committed to God's purposes. Taking time for Sunday worship at Church is an example. Orthodox Christian Stewardship of your talents means that you don't use them just for yourself, but also for the good of others, including your parish and the whole Church. Contributing financially and generously according to your ability, to your Parish and to those in need means that you are practicing your stewardship of treasure. Being a Steward is a three-fold way of living your faith. So you see, these three kinds of stewardship include every aspect of your life. And every aspect of your life can and should express your Orthodox Faith. As a Christian, you are a Steward. The question is, are you a Good Steward? If you’ve made your pledge, are you up to date? If you haven’t pledged yet, you can do it today! Service Hours: Sundays and Feast days: Orthros at 9:30 a.m.; Divine Liturgy at 10:00 a.m. Evening Services as announced. 4^th Sunday of Matthew Saints: The Righteous Symeon and his companion John (+570); Parthenios of Rodovizi, Arta. EPISTLE – ROMANS 6:18-23 Brethren, having been set free from sin, you have become slaves of righteousness. I am speaking in human terms, because of your natural limitations. For just as you once yielded your members to impurity and to greater and greater iniquity, so now yield your members to righteousness for sanctification. When you were slaves of sin, you were free in regard to righteousness. But then what return did you get from the things of which you are now ashamed? The end of those things is death. But now that you have been set free from sin and have become slaves of God, the return you get is sanctification and its end, eternal life. For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. GOSPEL - MATTHEW 8:5-13 At that time, as Jesus entered Capernaum, a centurion came forward to him, beseeching him an saying, "Lord, my servant is lying paralyzed at home, in terrible distress." And he said to him, "I will come and heal him." But the centurion answered him, "Lord, I am not worthy to have you come under my roof; but only say the word, and my servant will be healed. For I am a man under authority, with soldiers under me; and I say to one, 'Go,' and he goes, and to another, 'Come,' and he comes, and to my slave, 'Do this,' and he does it." When Jesus heard him, he marveled, and said to those who followed him, "Truly, I say to you, not even in Israel have I found such faith. I tell you, many will come from east and west and sit at table with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob in the kingdom of heaven, while the sons of the kingdom will be thrown into the outer darkness; there men will weep and gnash their teeth."And to the centurion Jesus said, "Go; be it done for you as you have believed." And the servant was healed at that very moment. GOSPEL ENTRANCE HYMNS Dismissal Hymn – 3^rd Tone (Sing in Greek before the Entrance) (“Efrainestho ta Ourania”). Hymnal, 83-84. (Sing in English after the Entrance)“Let all things rejoice”). Hymnal 83-84. Dismissal Hymn of St. Nicholas (Sing in English) “An Example of the Faith” Hymnal 110-111 Kontakion “Prostasia ton Christianon”(Sung in Greek by Leaders) Translation: O never-failing protectress of Christians / and their ever-present intercessor before the Creator: do not be heedless to the prayerful voices of us sinners, but in your goodness extend your help to us who call upon you with confidence. Hasten, O Mother of God, to intercede for us. You have always protected those who honor you! ANNOUNCEMENTS STEWARDSHIP: We are now in the second half of the year. Though it is summer and many members have gone north, our expenses still continue. Steward members who have made a pledge are asked to continue with regular contributions through the mail or with an envelope on Sunday. Please note: Make Check in the name of “The Hellenic Orthodox Mission of Hernando County.” YOU TOO, CAN BE A STEWARD! The Mission needs your support. You can help by making a pledge to support the work of “The Hellenic Orthodox Mission of Hernando County.” This issue of The Orthodox Messenger includes a Pledge Form for your use. Pledges are not legal contracts. But rather, they help the Mission budget annual giving and expenses. Membership gives member privileges to Orthodox Christians in our Mission Parish. We look forward to your support. PARISH EDUCATION PROGRAM: This Friday, July 26 at 2:00 p.m., we study one of the “Fourteen of the Most Beautiful Passages of the New Testament.” We finish with coffee and socializing until 3:30 p.m. Come and learn! STEWARDS OF PROSFORON BAKING: Connie Mourgides (7/21); Helen Nicolelis 7/28; George Nikas 8/4; Fran Triantafilon 8/6 (Transfiguration of the Lord); Cathy Lemonedes 8/11. Venice Cosmadelis 8/15 (Dormition of the Theotokos); Connie Mourgides 8/18. Prosforon bakers, include names for commemoration. THE FAST OF THE DORMITION OF THE THEOTOKOS: The two week fast for the feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God begins on Thursday, August 1 and ends with the Feast of the Dormition (“Falling Asleep”) on the 15^th of August. SPONSOR “THE ORTHODOX MESSENGER”! Sponsor Needed! Sponsor an issue by donating $20. See Parish Council President Connie Mourgides. MARK YOUR CALENDAR! A Divine Liturgy will be conducted on Tuesday, August 6 for the feast of the Transfiguration of Our Lord. On August 15, Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos, a Divine Liturgy will be offered. Plan on attending. DONATION OPPORTUNITY! We need a new photocopier. We’ve found a photocopier with the necessary features for our copying needs. It is valued at $600, but we were able to purchase it with a $100 discount -a closeout price of $500. We need a donor for this essential equipment. To donate this photocopier, please contact Connie Mourgides, Council President, or Fr. Stanley Harakas. FROM THE FATHERS: “The Lord is hidden in His own commandments, and He is to be found there in the measure that He is sought.” St. Mark the Ascetic THIS WEEK’S SPONSOR: CARDINAL CLEANERS Winn Dixie Shopping Center – Mariner & Spring Hill Dr. – 352-686-8888 HELLENIC ORTHODOX MISSION OF HERNANDO COUNTY P.O. BOX 5566 SPRING HILL, FL 34611 “A Pan-Orthodox Christian Community” MONTHLY FEAST DAY LUNCHES SUNDAYS AFTER CHURCH SERVICES Our Mission-Parish Council, Through the Fund Raising Committee, Invites Stewards & Friends of our Mission to the Following Sunday Lunches l For the Sunday After the Dormition of the Theotokos (Aug. 15) Sunday, Aug. 18 – Chicken Salad Platter l For the Sunday After the Elevation of the Holy Cross (Sept. 14) Sunday, Sept. 15 – SUBMARINE SANDWICH PLATTER l For the Sunday After the Feast of St. Demetrios (Oct. 26) Sunday, Oct. 27 – CHILI PLATTER l For the Sunday After the Beginning of the Christmas Lent (Nov. 15) Sunday, Nov. 17 – TUNA SALAD PLATTER l For the Sunday After the Feast of St. Nicholas (Dec. 6) Sunday, Dec. 8 – Traditional Spaghetti Platter All Lunches include Potato Salad, Vegetable, Coffee & Desert. Only $6 These Lunches are Fund Raisers for our Mission-Parish. Each time we will need the assistance of Volunteers to prepare the food and donations to purchase the food. To help, call Paul Cosmadelis, Fund Raising Committee Chairman (686-1199). Mark your calendar – now! +DOROTHY HASKEDAKIS: Funeral Services were conducted on Thursday, July 18 from St. Nicholas Chapel for Hellenic Orthodox Mission of Hernando County member, Dorothy Christine Haskedakis. Our Mission-Parish extends deep sympathy to her husband John, son Doug and his wife Marilyn, sister Elaine Baker, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. May her memory be eternal! THE OLYMPIC VILLAGE YOUTH FOUNDATION reminds you that you can become a supporting member with a contribution of $15 a month for couples and $10 a month per individual. Send your check made out to the above to 13460 Olympic Village Lane, Brooksville, FL 34614. MANY THANKS TO GUS MARTI who has graciously donated to our Mission-Parish a new Sharp Photocopier. He has donated it in memory of his beloved wife Alice who passed away recently. May her memory be eternal. We are very grateful for this thoughtful gift! NO MORE CANS! At the recommendation of Nikolai Kastelan, the Council of our Mission Parish has voted to terminate the collection of cans. Thanks are extended to Nikolai for his faithful supervision of this project over many years, which raised hundreds of dollars annually. We appreciate your service, Nikolai and Nanka. STILL COLLECTING NEWSPAPER! Please continue, however, to bring your newspapers to our collection center. This is a valuable source of income for our Mission-Parish. Make sure that you deposit only newspapers in the bin. Thank you! Nikolai is also in charge of this project and we thank him for continuing to serve. A CONTRACT HAS BEEN SIGNED for the preparation and installation of the headstone for Dino Adamis. The members and friends of our Mission-Parish will be informed when it is installed. THE JULY MEETING of the Mission-Parish Council took place on Thursday, July 18. Reports on budget and finance, the Clergy-Laity Congress in Los Angeles, fund-raising, membership, directional signs, telephone repair, copy machine, parish office, library committee, planning and development, facilities and grounds, the Olympic Village Foundation, advertising, computer purchase, Archdiocese/Diocese grant payments, Dino Adamis headstone, Fall outreach program, listings in the Orthodox Messenger, tax-exempt status, land search committee, mission-parish affiliation with local social agencies, were presented. Because of the difficulty of obtaining a quorum next month because of member travel, the August meeting of the Mission-Parish Council is cancelled. The next meeting will be on September 19 at 2:00 p.m. PARAKLESIS SERVICES during the Fast of the Dormition of the Theotokos will be held on the first day of the Fast, Thursday, Aug. 1 at 4:00 p.m.; Sunday, Aug.4 after Liturgy; Thursday, Aug. 8 at 4:00 p.m.; and Sunday, Aug. 11 after Liturgy. Service Books have been purchased so that all can sing the hymns of the Paraklesis.
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GOSPEL ENTRANCE HYMNS

Dismissal Hymn – 3rd Tone

Dismissal Hymn – 3^rd Tone