St. Gregory the Illuminator Armenian Church
6700 W. Diversey Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60707
Phone: 773.637.1711 - Fax: 773.637.5592
Easter Sunday, April 8, 2007
Very Rev. Fr. Aren Jebejian
Krisdos Haryav ee Merelotz!
Christ is risen from the dead!
Orhnyal eh harootiunn Krisdosee! Blessed is the resurrection of Christ!
Lections: Acts 1:15-26 – Page 108 Mark 16:2-8 – Page 50
Readers: Epistle: Arnold Koresian Gospel: Michelle Babikian
Greeters: Gregory Tootooian and Craig Koresian
Church Schedule: Morning Service -10:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy – 10:30 a.m.
Welcome to Parishioners and Friends
It is with great joy that we welcome all who have come to rejoice in Christ’s victory over sin and death. Our spiritual journey during this special season of the year, which began on Poon Paregentan, ends today on this Easter Sunday -- the feast of the glorious Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Please join us for the Fellowship Hour with a friendly competition of egg-cracking and delectable bakery items for sale following services, hosted by the Women’s Guild.
Holy Week and Easter Flower Donations
The Pastor and Parish Council wish to thank all who so kindly and generously donated Palms, Flowers and Candles for the Altar, Flowers for the Tomb of Jesus and Lily Plants to decorate the church for Holy Week and Easter (see enclosed listing). All those who made donations for Lily Plants may take them home after services.
Special Choir Plate Collection
Today, the first collection plate which will be passed during the Dyptichs (“Arakelots….Page 36), will be for the Nairi Choir of our Church. Last night their new choir robes were blessed.
Prayers for the Sick (Der Voghormia) – Page 45 of the Divine Liturgy Book
Let us remember and ask God’s Blessings for our parishioner s who are ill at home, in a hospital or nursing home. Let us continue with our prayers for:
Jeffrey Alloian Mihran Erkiletian Virginia Nazlaian
Kathy Burke Marty Hamparzomian Lisa & Alyce Schaffer
Susan Byrne Diramayr Aurora Jebejian Mary Sommese
Ashley Davis Mary Kerridan Sam Sommese
Arsen Demerdjian Grace Klujian Julie Tarpinian
Gregory Demerdjian Joshua Lion, MN John Traiforos
Mary Demirjian Benjamin Manoyan Hagop Dirilen
Prayers for our Military: Robert George, Cortland, Ohio – In IRAQ
Special Prayers Requests
- for the good health of Jim Bottalla by the Koresian Family.
- for Dolores Mrofcza by John, Georgette, Gregory and Sam Mrofcza
- for the good health of Josh Najarian Mandell, San Diego, CA
by the collective families, children and grandchildren of the
late Magar & Rose Nahabedian
Prayer Requests
For those wishing to request prayers or to enter a loved-one’s name on the prayer list, please call the church office by Thursday of that week.
Nicene Creed
Together we recite the Nicene Creed (The Profession of the Faith) on Pages 18-19 of the Divine Liturgy book placed in the pews.
Kiss of Peace – Pages 26-27 of the Divine Liturgy Book
The person giving the greeting says:
Krisdos ee mech mer haydnetzav.
(Christ is revealed among us.)
The person receiving the greeting responds:
Orhynal eh haydnootiunn Krisdosee.
(Blessed is the revelation of Christ.)
Confession and Communion
It is the duty of all faithful members of the Armenian Church to have confession and receive communion for the Feast of Resurrection. We ask that those who wish to receive Holy Communion remain in their pews and together read “Confession and Absolution” on pages 48-49 of the Divine Liturgy Book. When taking communion, make the sign of the cross and say:
I have sinned against God – Ø»Õ³Û ²ëïáõÍáÛ (Megha asdoodzo)
Ladies must have a head covering when approaching the Holy Altar.
Care, Maintenance and Cost of the “Light of St. Gregory”
Our thanks to Isabell and Sema Nahabedian and Kathleen Moore for taking responsibility for the care, maintenance and cost of keeping the “Light of St. Gregory” illuminated for the month of April in memory of their parents, Takvor and Surphoui Nahabedian and sister, Mary and brother, Paul Nahabedian.
Church and Home: One in Spirit
Home Blessing is one of the most beautiful and vital traditions and customs in the Armenian Church. The tradition of the early church found the Apostles going home to home proclaiming the good news of Christ’s glorious resurrection. In keeping with the Diocesan theme of “Church and Home: One in Spirit” for the year 2007, this gives Fr. Aren an opportunity to continue this home blessing tradition after Easter Sunday and all year long. Please take part and sign up – listing your name, address, and the dates convenient for you and your family on the poster board placed in the church vestibule. Fr. Aren will contact you to make the necessary arrangements for a visit bringing the Blessing of Christ into your home. For use in your home, incense burner kits are still available ($15.00 donation.) You may purchase additional incense and charcoal from the Nairi Choir Book Store.
Colored Easter Eggs
Fr. Aren & the Women’s Guild wish to thank all who donated and colored Easter Eggs for the Havgutakhagh. They are all beautifully colored and for sale. Of all the symbols associated with Easter, the egg the symbol of fertility and new life is the most identifiable.
Memorial Day of Easter (Merelotz)
Requests for Requiem Service for loved ones will be fulfilled on Monday, April 10th the day for the remembrance of the dead. Please give the full name of the person(s) you wish to have remembered on the sign-up sheet placed in the vestibule.
33rd Annual Armenian Fest
The support and help of all who are able to give of their time is needed for the 33rd Annual Armenian Fest, which will be held on August 11-12, 2007. Please see co-chairs of this year’s fest, Craig Koresian and Armen Zakarian. The next meeting of the “Fest” will be held on May 9, 2007 at 8:00 p.m.
Conclusion of the Divine Liturgy
The faithful should remain in their pews until the final blessing. After the final blessing, the faithful should come forward to kiss the Gospel saying:
ÚÇß»ëó¿ î¿ñ ½³Ù»Ý³ÛÝ å³ï³ñ³·ë ùá:
Hes-shes-tseh Der za-me-nayn ba-da-ra-kus-ko
(May the Lord remember all your sacrifices.)
The Celebrant responds by saying:
î³ó¿ ù»½ î¿ñ Áëï ëñïÇ ùáõÙ:
Dat-zhe Kez Der Esd Ser-dee Koo
(May the Lord grant to you according to your heart.)
Upon leaving the sanctuary, one is to do so quietly and reverently.
When the Need Arises - Get in Touch With The Church Office
Before making any preparation when choosing dates and time for Weddings and Baptisms, please be sure to contact Fr. Aren. All Sacraments must bearranged at least three months ahead. Other church related matters, such as hospital and home visitations and counseling, should also be made first with Fr. Aren. In order to invite clergy from other churches, arrangements must be made through the church office.
MEETING SCHEDULES
Parish Council Meeting – 3rd Tuesday of each month 7:00 PM
Bible Study – 1st and 3rd Monday of each month 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Children’s Sermon – 3rd Sunday of each month
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Saturday, April 14 - AGBU Center – Theatrical Group from Toronto,
Presenting a sketch from Saroukhan – 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, April 15 - Children’s Sermon
- Women’s Guild Outing
Tuesday, April 24 - 92nd Commemoration of the Armenian Genocide
Host: St. Joachim & Anne Armenian Church, 12600 S. Ridgeland Ave Palos Heights, IL Requiem Service – 7:15 p.m.
Wednesday, April 25 - Parish Council Meeting
April 30-May 3 - Annual Clergy Conference
May 3-7 - 105th Diocesan Assembly
Host: Saints Vartanantz Armenian Church,
Chelmsford, MA