SAINT SPYRIDON

Hellenic Orthodox Church

7th Sunday of Luke

By: St. Theophan the Recluse

People sometimes say, “I pray and pray, but my prayer still is not heard.” Labor to ascend to a measure of prayer that cannot be refused, and you will see why it was not heard. Whether you are in a prayerful situation like Jairus, or in a simple, ordinary one, like everyone around him, such as the woman with the issue of blood, when true prayer arises in your heart it will undoubtedly reach the Lord and incline Him towards mercy. The question is how to attain such prayer. Labor, and you will attain it. All prayer rules have as their object to lift up those who pray to such a measure of prayer, and all who sensibly follow this course of prayer reach their goal.

EPISTLE READING

Hebrew 2:2-10

Brethren, if the message declared by angels was valid and every transgression or disobedience received a just retribution, how shall we escape if we neglect such a great salvation? It was declared at first by the Lord, and it was attested to us by those who heard him, while God also bore witness by signs and wonders and various miracles and by gifts of the Holy Spirit distributed according to his own will. For it was not to angels that God subjected the world to come, of which we are speaking. It has been testified somewhere, "What is man that thou art mindful of him, or the son of man, that thou carest for him? Thou didst make him for a little while lower than the angels, thou hast crowned him with glory and honor, putting everything in subjection under his feet." Now in putting everything in subjection to him, he left nothing outside his control. As it is, we do not yet see everything in subjection to him. But we see Jesus, who for a little while was made lower than the angels, crowned with glory and honor because of the suffering of death, so that by the grace of God he might taste death for every one. For it was fitting that he, for whom and by whom all things exist, in bringing many sons to glory, should make the pioneer of their salvation perfect through suffering.

 GOSPEL READING

Luke 8:41-56

At that time, there came to Jesus a man named Jairus, who was a ruler of the synagogue; and falling at Jesus' feet he besought him to come to his house, for he had an only daughter, about twelve years of age, and she was dying. As he went, the people pressed round him. And a woman who had had a flow of blood for twelve years and had spent all her living upon physicians and could not be healed by anyone, came up behind him, and touched the fringe of his garment; and immediately her flow of blood ceased. And Jesus said, "Who was it that touched me?" When all denied it, Peter and those who were with him said, "Master, the multitudes surround you and press upon you!" But Jesus said, "Some one touched me; for I perceive that power has gone forth from me." And when the woman saw that she was not hidden, she came trembling, and falling down before him declared in the presence of all the people why she had touched him, and how she had been immediately healed. And he said to her, "Daughter, your faith has made you well; go in peace." While he was still speaking, a man from the ruler's house came and said, "Your daughter is dead; do not trouble the Teacher any more." But Jesus on hearing this answered him, "Do not fear; only believe, and she shall be well." And when he came to the house, he permitted no one to enter with him, except Peter and John and James, and the father and mother of the child. And all were weeping and bewailing her; but he said, "Do not weep; for she is not dead but sleeping." And they laughed at him, knowing that she was dead. But taking her by the hand he called, saying, "Child, arise." And her spirit returned, and she got up at once; and he directed that something should be given her to eat. And her parents were amazed; but he charged them to tell no one what had happened.

WORSHIP SERVICE SCHEDULE

Sunday, November 8th

Synaxis of the Archangel Michael & the other Bodiless Powers

Orthros & Divine Liturgy, 8:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

Memorials: †9 day Vasilis Eliadis,

†5 yr Michael Katsoulakis

Artoclasia is offered for the health and well being

of the teachers and students of Archangels Academy

Great Vespers at St. Nektarios Church, Palatine

7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Monday, November 9th - St. Nektarios

Orthros & Divine Liturgy, 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Thursday, November 12th

Great Vespers at St. John Chrysostom Monastery, 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Friday, November 13th

Divine Liturgy at St. John Chrysostom Monastery

Bus departs St. Spyridon Church at 6:30 a.m.

Saturday, November 14th - St. Philip the Apostle

1st Hour & Divine Liturgy, 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

Vespers, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Sunday, November 15th

Orthros & Divine Liturgy, 8:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

   COMMUNITY SCHEDULE

Sunday, November 8th

Family Worship - No Sunday School

Godparent Brunch, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Monday, November 9th

Archangels Academy Preschool, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Plutarchos Greek School, 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, November 10th

Archangels Academy Preschool, 9:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m.

Philoptochos Feed the Hungry, Annunciation Cathedral,

 1017 N. LaSalle Dr, Chicago, 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Men’s Ministry Social, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Wednesday, November 11th

Archangels Academy Preschool, 9:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m.

Iconography Class, 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Thursday, November 12th

Archangels Academy Preschool, 9:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m.

Kourabiedes Baking, 9:00 a.m.

Food Distribution, 1:00 p.m.—2:00 p.m.

Friday, November 13th

Archangels Academy Preschool, 9:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m.

Plutarchos Greek School, 4:30 p.m.—6:30 p.m.

Adult Greek School, 6:45 p.m.— 8:15 p.m.

Wonderworkers Dance Practice, 6:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.

Floga Dance Practice, 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Sunday, November 15th

Stewardship Sunday

Sunday School, 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Family Night Bowling, Palos Lanes Bowling,

11025 SW Hwy, Palos Hills, 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Philoptochos Theater Outing, 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Nativity Psalter group begins

We wish to thank the 290 Stewards who have made a stewardship commitment for 2026. 

Stewardship materials for 2026 are available at the church office and on our website.

As a steward of Saint Spyridon Parish, and with gratitude to God,  let's together strive to improve in each area of stewardship:

·     Time: I will increase my time in prayer, worship, and service by about 10%.

·     Talent: I will offer one new gift or ministry to strengthen our Saint Spyridon family.

·     Treasure: I will increase my financial giving by 1–2% of my income this year.

“Let all that you do be done in love.” — 1 Corinthians 16:14

We are excited to share the 2025 Annual Impact Report for the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago! This year's report stands as a powerful testament to what is possible when our six states, fifty-eight parishes, and two monastic communities walk together in faith, generosity, and purpose. From record-breaking sacramental growth to our fifth consecutive year of clean financial audits, the report showcases a vibrant spiritual family guided by a clear vision.

Inside the report, you will find inspiring stories from across our parishes. Read about how our youth and Philoptochos chapters mobilized to serve over 800,000 meals to neighbors in need. See how our new regional vicariate system is strengthening parish leadership. And learn how a transformational $2.9 million legacy gift is securing our mission for generations to come.

The report was designed to allow you to dive deep into our milestones or skim the highlights, so we invite you to explore the incredible impact your stewardship and support has made!

Saint Spyridon Hellenic Orthodox Church

12307 S. Ridgeland Avenue, Palos Heights, IL 60463

708.385.2311