Sunday, December 7, 2014
Paregentan of The Fast of St. James
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Morning Service:
Divine Liturgy:
Bible Readings:
Celebrant:
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9:15 AM
10:00 AM
Isaiah 37:14-38; 1 Thessalonians 1:1-12; Luke 14:12-24
Very Rev. Fr. Simeon Odabashian
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HOKEHANKISD - Requiem Service
For the souls of the victims of the December 7, 1988, Earthquake in Northern Armenia
For the soul of Azaduyi Kurtjian (40 days)
Requested by Mr. and Mrs. Garbis and Mary Kurtjian, Mr. and Mrs. Nazareth and Haydee Kurtjian, Mr. and Mr. Felix and Lorena Hernandez, Mr. Dario Kurtjian, Noelia (Fernando) Viale and Aleksan Buyukkurt.
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Feast of the Conception of the Holy Virgin Anna
The Feast of the Conception of the Holy Virgin Mary is one of a cluster of holy days on which the Armenian Church expresses its tender devotion to the mother of Jesus Christ.
She began life as the child of Sts. Joachim and Anna, a devout couple whose earnest prayer was answered with the birth of a daughter. Through her life of holiness and purity, and her graceful acceptance of the role to which God called her, Mary ranks among the pre-eminent exemplars of the Christian faith, whose birth and very conception are occasions for celebration.
The feast of her conception always falls on December 9, which this year coincides with the third Sunday of Advent. Called Hisnag in Armenian (from the word for "fifty"), Advent is the 50-day season of anticipation-physical and spiritual-leading to the Nativity of our Lord. It is a time to orient our actions, thoughts, and prayers to the miracle of His birth, and to rediscover God's abundant gifts around us.
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Prayer of the Week
You are the perfection of the law and of the prophets, O Christ God our Savior,who did fulfill all your economies willed by the Father. Fill us also with your Holy Spirit. Amen.
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St. James' Khachkar Project
The Parish Council of Saint James Armenian Church in Evanston, IL, at Der Hovhan's behest and guidance, has made the decision to commission a khachkar from Armenia.
Our new khachkar will be made by an Armenian artist who lives and works in Armenia and who specializes in khachkars and has made several for other Eastern and Western Diocese parishes. Our khachkar will be sized to meet the architectural dimensions of the church building, and to be sure, in keeping with the tradition of khachkars, will be a unique creation with distinctive details that make no two khachkars alike. It will be placed outside in the small garden that adorns the entrance of our church.
Click here to read Der Hovhan's letter
Click here to read Parish Council's letter
Click here to print out the donation form.
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The 70 Years, 70 Facts Project
Fact 8
 St. James parishioner Dr. Sam Mikaelian served as Superintendent of Wilmette School District (District 39) for six years (1992-1998). District 39's administration building was officially renamed the Mikaelian Education Center by the Board of Education in recognition of his 31 years of service to the District. |
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From ACYOA Jrs
BOOK DRIVE
"Please help us collect materials for Open Books, a local non-profit working to promote literacy in Chicago and beyond! There will be a box in the church foyer to collect any new or used books in good condition as well as CDs and DVDs in playable condition. Examples of types of books include fiction, nonfiction, craft books, cookbooks, children's books, textbooks, encyclopedias, and more! Thank you for helping support literacy in our community!"
For more information contact Selena Groh
FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN
Join us to pack food for children throughout the world.
When: Friday, December 12, 2014, 6:00-7:30 PM
Where: 742 East Park Ave, Libertyville IL
For more information contact Hugh Rabjohns
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Poon Paregentan Dance 2015
A Celebration of Life and Love
Click here for opportunities to showcase your business. |
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Armenian Boy Becomes The Youngest-ever American Chess Grandmaster
13-year-old Sam Sevian completed the final requirement to earn the title of Grandmaster, the highest title a chess player can attain. He is now the youngest American Grandmaster in history.
Sevian, who lives in Boston, had already completed his three "norms", or superior performances in high-level tournaments, required by FIDE, the World Chess Federation. He just needed to top a strength rating of 2500 to earn the Grandmaster title. He was just 16 points shy of the mark when he arrived in St. Louis Friday to compete in the CCSCSL Invitational. Sam went on to win the Championship and earned the title of Grandmaster.
Once you earn Grandmaster status, you have it for life.
Click here to read the article.
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Altar Guild's Wish List
1. Two processional lanterns. $250 (each). Not pledged
2. Painting of St. Taddeus the Apostle. $1000. Not pledged.
3. Painting of St. Bartholomew the Apostle. $1000. Not pledged.
4. Painting of St. Stephen the Protodeacon. $1000. Not pledged.
5. Priest's 'half-vestments'. $500. Not pledged.
6. Censer stand. $400. Pledged.
Sunday School's Wish List
1. Cabinet for storage of books and supplies. Not pledged.
2. Room furniture for students and teachers. Not pledged.
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Calender of worship services and events at St. James
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December 13
December 14
December 28
January 5 (Monday) January 6 (Tuesday)
January 10
January 11
January 28
February 14
February 14
February 15
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Saturday Evening Service-Kirakamtits (5:00 PM)
St. James Church Name Day
Commemoration of St. Stephen Protodecon and Protomartyr and deacon's dedication service
Eve of the Feast of the Nativity (Jrakaloouyts)
Feast of the Nativity and Theophany (Badarak at 10 am)
Saturday Evening Service-Kirakamtits (5:00 PM)
Blessing of the Water and Appreciation Luncheon
Midday Hour (11:30 AM)
Saturday Evening Service-Kirakamtits (5:00 PM)
Poon Paregentan Dance
Poon Paregentan Sunday
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FEASTS
December 7 - Eve of the Fast of St. James
December 8 - Feast of the Conception of the Holy Virgin from Anna
December 9 - Commemoration of Sts. Captain St. Kornelius, St. Shmavon, Christ's Relative, martyred in Jerusalem, and Bishop St. Policarpus of Smyrna and the holy martyrs of the East
December 11 - Commemoration of Sts. Eustratius, Ogsentius, Eugenius, Ovrestes and Mardarius
December 13 - Commemoration of the Pontiff St. James of Nisibis, hermit St. Maruge and Bishop St. Melitus
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ST. JAMES ARMENIAN CHURCH
We cordially invite you to
celebrate the
NAME DAY
OF ST. JAMES ARMENIAN CHURCH
December 14, 2014
Divine Liturgy begins at 10:00 am
MADAGH will be blessed at the end of the Divine Liturgy and will be distributed during the festive luncheon.
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ARMENIAN GENOCIDE
EDUCATION AWARENESS
WORKSHOP FOR
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DEACONS' DEDICATION SERVICE and COMMEMORATION OF ST. STEPHEN PROTODEACON AND PROTOMARTYR
FOLLOWING THE DIVINE LITURGY
Sunday, December 28, 2014
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PRAYER CARD REQUESTS
St. James has recently begun sending prayer cards requested by parishioners to mark occasions such as baptisms, weddings, bereavement and healing. A copy of the request form was sent to parishioners' homes. You can also pick up additional copies in the sanctuary or in Nishan Hall. Please see Der Hovhan if you have any questions.
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CANNED FOOD DRIVE
Please join our parish
as we make the holiday season happier for families in need
Canned food items and gift cards will be accepted at St. James on the following Sundays:
December 7, 14, and 21,
for distribution to needy parishioners and a local food bank.
Please be sure expiration dates are current.
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LOVING HEARTS - SERVING HANDS
A reminder of our new initiative to reach those parishioners in need of assistance during times of illness, death and other life difficulties. Please bring to the Parish Council or Der Hovhan's attention when need arises, and as always, we are looking for volunteers to lend their time.
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DUMPLINGS AND LAHMAJOON
FOR SALE
There are still several dozen frozen dumplings left over from the recent Fall Food Bazaar, $10/dozen.
Also we have some lahmajoon left for sale, $20/dozen.
Please see any Women's Guild or Parish Council Member to purchase.
Thank You!
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SCHEDULE OF WORSHIP SERVICES
Divine Liturgy
10:00 AM on Sundays
Morning Services
9:15 AM on Sundays
Midday Hour (Wednesdays)
January 28
11:30 AM
Vespers (Saturdays) Kirakamtits
December 13, January 10, February 14
5:00 PM
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ALTAR FLOWERS
Please consider donating flowers to adorn the Holy Altar. You may either bring flowers or make a monetary donation towards the purchase.
Sign-up sheet is in the Nishan Hall.
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E-BULLETIN ARCHIVE IS NOW AVAILABLE
Missed or accidentally deleted any of the previous E-Bulletins?
You can read all our previous issues in the archive here.
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PARKING
Parking is FREE on Sundays at the parking garage on Maple street. Main entrance on Maple Avenue & Clark Street.
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