Seventh Sunday after Pentecost
After-feast of the Transfiguration of Christ
Martyr and Archdeacon Euplos of Catania in Sicily; Niphon, patriarch of Constantinople; New-martyrs Anastasios and Demetrios of Lesbos
Thought for Today: ““Having experienced all the difficulties of earthly life, the Mother of God sees every tear, hears every groan and entreaty directed to Her.” – St. John Maximovitch
Dormition Fast August 1st – Domition on August 15th.
Resurrectional Apolytikion – Tone 6
When Mary stood at Thy grave, looking for Thy sacred body, angelic powers shone above Thy revered tomb. And the soldiers who were to keep guard became as dead men. Thou led Hades captive and wast not tempted thereby. Thou didst meet the Virgin and didst give life to the world, O Thou, Who art risen from the dead, O Lord, glory to Thee.
Apolytikion of the Transfiguration –Tone 7
When, O Christ our God, Thou wast transfigured on the mountain, Thou didst reveal Thy glory to Thy Disciples in proportion as they could bear it. Let Thine everlasting light also enlighten us sinners, through the intercessions of the Theotokos. O Thou Bestower of light, glory to Thee.
Kontakion of the Transfiguration – Tone 7
Thou wast transfigured on the mount, and Thy Disciples, in so far as they were able, beheld Thy glory, O Christ our God; so that, when they should see Thee crucified, they would remember that all Thy suffering was voluntary, and could declare to all the world that Thou art truly the effulgent Splendor of the Father.
EPISTLE and GOSPEL READINGS
The Epistle
O Lord, save Thy people and bless Thine inheritance. To You, O Lord, will I cry, O my God!
The Reading from the Epistle of St. Paul to the Romans. (15:1-7)
Brethren, we who are strong ought to bear the failings of the weak, and not to please ourselves. Let each one of us please his neighbor for his good to edify him. For Christ did not please Himself; but, as it is written: “The reproaches of those who reproached Thee fell on Me.” For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, that by steadfastness and by the encouragement of the scripture we might have hope. May the God of steadfastness and encouragement grant you to live in such harmony with one another, in accord with Christ Jesus, that together you may with one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. Welcome one another, therefore, as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God.
The Gospel
The Reading from the Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew. (9:27-35)
At that time, as Jesus passed on from there, two blind men followed him, crying aloud: “Have mercy on us, Son of David.” When He entered the house, the blind men came to Him; and Jesus said to them, “Do you believe that I am able to do this?” They said to Him, “Yes, Lord.” Then He touched their eyes, saying, “According to your faith be it done to you.” And their eyes were opened. And Jesus sternly charged them, “See that no one knows it.” But they went away and spread His fame through all that district. As they were going away, behold, a dumb demoniac was brought to Him. And when the demon had been cast out, the dumb man spoke; and the crowds marveled, saying, “Never was anything like this seen in Israel.” But the Pharisees said, “He casts out demons by the prince of demons.” And Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every disease and every infirmity.
Receiving the Eucharist:We invite you to receive the Holy Eucharist if you are an Orthodox Christian who has prepared yourself through fasting, prayer, and recent confession. If you are not Orthodox, or are Orthodox but have not prepared, we invite you to receive a piece of the blessed bread in the wooden bowls held by the altar servers at the front of the church.
Saturday, August 3rd, WON another All Saints “Best Documentary” award!!! At the 8th annual Christian Family Film Festival.
LOOKING AHEAD
Trikirion Films presents; A film by Simon Scionka and Silas Karbo “Sacred Alaska”
Tuesday, September 3, 2024 7:00 pm; Landmark Keystone Art Cinema; 8702 Keystone Crossing, Indianapolis, Indiana. $10 Adults & $5 for children 12 and under. Purchase ticket online. Sponsored by the Central Indiana Orthodox Christian Churches
THIS WEEK
Monday, August 12: 3rd Hour Prayers at 9:00 am
Tuesday, August 13: 3rd Hour Prayers at 9:00 am; Parakelesis service at 6:00 pm.
Wednesday, August 14: 6th Hour Prayers at 12:00 noon; Great Vespers at 6:00 pm, with Artoklosia and Outdoor Procession for the Feast of the Dormition.
Thursday, August15: Festal Orthros at 9:00 am, Divine Liturgy for the Dormition of the Theotokos at 10:00 am.
Friday, August 16: 3rd Hour Prayers at 9:00 am.
Saturday, August 17: Bible Study at the Webb’s home, 9:00 am; Readers Vespers at 5:00 pm;
(Fr Peter Jon will be in attendance at the groundbreaking for the New St. Nicholas Serbian Orthodox Church in Indianapolis – all are welcome!)
Sunday, August 18: Matins at 9:00 am, Divine Liturgy at 10:00 am; Parish council will meet following Divine Liturgy.
FAMILY NEWS
Congratulations: Justin and Mary Maschino on the birth of their daughter Genevieve Marie.
Names Day Celebration: Max Williams, Max Pitchkite. Maximus the Confessor (13th); Micah Finchum, Prophet Micah (14th);Mary Barger, Kh Marilyn Gillquist, Mary Ann Griggs, Mae Sampanis, Nanette Marie Plaza, Holy Theotokos (15th).
Birthday Celebration: Barb Grinder (12th); Vivian Gartlett (12th); Casey Segius Barbarick (13th); Daniel Yeager (15th).
Prayer List: Fr. Peter; Thomas Andrew;Nina; Mary and child born to her; Meaghan and child born to her; Fr. Matthew; Marvin; Nectaria (Released from ICU);Taylor and infant Houston(congenital heart defect);Shu-Mei,Charlie;Shirley; Jim;Jan; Don and Dee; those suffering the war in Ukraine, and the Middle East; Peace talks; our nation and all nations’ leaders; schools: children, youth and personnel across the nation; Mary Ann; Emma; Bob & Bonnie Thelen; Megan (lymphoma); Josiah; Fr. Athanasius; Jack; Christopher; Fr. Jerome; Fr. Basil; Catherine; Wadia; Jayci; Patricia; Kitsa; Apthrodite; Kim; Kristy; Vicki;Kenzie; Dusty; Cari; Betsy; Josh; Allison; Andrew; Isaac; Leanne; Heather; Nancy; Sharon Catherine; Michael, Olga, Eileen, Soren, Kathy; Lexi, Ross, Vivian; Theo; Jeremy; Dn. Lawrence, Marcia; Elias; Waded; Seraphima; Lilly’s family; Jennifer; Christy; Megan; Missy; Rebecca with child;John; Stanley; Macrina; Anne; Allen; Linda; Mary Barger; Allison and children; Kip; Stephanie with child; Alexis with child; Ann with child; Anna with child; Amanda with child, Engy with child, Dymphna with child, Erica with child; Taylor with child.
Coffee Hour Host: Wendy Carter with Parishioners C-G.
Next Week Host: Nina Rogers with Parishioners H-R.
Giving Opportunities:
Our In-House Food Pantry: Thank you for the generous support to theFood Pantry. The pantry is available to parish members as well as families and individuals in the greater Bloomington community. Donations of nonperishable items of pasta, marinara sauce, peanut butter, canned chicken and Tuna, canned vegetables, canned fruit and soups are always welcome.
Mission Donations: We send monthly support to two missionary units in Albania, the Hoppe family and Hannah Valentine. We welcome and encourage you to contribute to their ongoing support.
Benevolence Fund: Donations may be made to this fund throughout the year, and are mainly used to support families in need of help with rent and utilities payments.
Donations to the church are being made online at www.allsaintsbloomington.org and by U.S mail. Many thanks to all who continue supporting All Saints.