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Schedule of Services
Services at the Cathedral are conducted in English (E) and Church Slavonic (S).
Saturday, October 31
Sunday, November 1
- 9:00 am – Divine Liturgy (E)
- 10:45 am – Divine Liturgy (S)
Saturday, November 7
Sunday, November 8
- 9:00 am – Divine Liturgy (E)
- 10:45 am – Divine Liturgy (S)
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Pastoral Care
Clergy are available for spiritual care as needed. If you want to set up an appointment, please find clergy contact information below. You can find the website Pastoral Care page here.
Archpriest Alessandro Margheritino, Dean
Archpriest David Bozeman, Associate Priest
Archpriest Valery Shemchuk, Associate Priest
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Scripture Readings for November 1
Galatians 6:11-18
11 See with what large letters I have written to you with my own hand! 12 As many as desire to make a good showing in the flesh, these would compel you to be circumcised, only that they may not suffer persecution for the cross of Christ. 13 For not even those who are circumcised keep the law, but they desire to have you circumcised that they may boast in your flesh. 14 But God forbid that I should boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world. 15 For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor uncircumcision avails anything, but a new creation.
16 And as many as walk according to this rule, peace and mercy be upon them, and upon the Israel of God. 17 From now on let no one trouble me, for I bear in my body the marks of the Lord Jesus. 18 Brethren, the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit. Amen.
Luke 8:26-39
26 Then they sailed to the country of the Gadarenes, which is opposite Galilee. 27 And when He stepped out on the land, there met Him a certain man from the city who had demons for a long time. And he wore no clothes, nor did he live in a house but in the tombs. 28 When he saw Jesus, he cried out, fell down before Him, and with a loud voice said, “What have I to do with You, Jesus, Son of the Most High God? I beg You, do not torment me!” 29 For He had commanded the unclean spirit to come out of the man. For it had often seized him, and he was kept under guard, bound with chains and shackles; and he broke the bonds and was driven by the demon into the wilderness. 30 Jesus asked him, saying, “What is your name?” And he said, “Legion,” because many demons had entered him. 31 And they begged Him that He would not command them to go out into the abyss. 32 Now a herd of many swine was feeding there on the mountain. So they begged Him that He would permit them to enter them. And He permitted them. 33 Then the demons went out of the man and entered the swine, and the herd ran violently down the steep place into the lake and drowned. 34 When those who fed them saw what had happened, they fled and told it in the city and in the country. 35 Then they went out to see what had happened, and came to Jesus, and found the man from whom the demons had departed, sitting at the feet of Jesus, clothed and in his right mind. And they were afraid.
36 They also who had seen it told them by what means he who had been demon-possessed was healed. 37 Then the whole multitude of the surrounding region of the Gadarenes asked Him to depart from them, for they were seized with great fear. And He got into the boat and returned. 38 Now the man from whom the demons had departed begged Him that he might be with Him. But Jesus sent him away, saying, 39 “Return to your own house, and tell what great things God has done for you.” And he went his way and proclaimed throughout the whole city what great things Jesus had done for him.
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For the Beauty of Thy House
Saint Nicholas Cathedral introduced For the Beauty of Thy House, a $500,000 campaign for the renewal and preservation of our beloved Cathedral. The campaign will support several important projects, including replacement of the aging HVAC system, repair of affected plaster and iconography, restoration of the Cathedral rectory, renewal of the parish hall and portions of the altar and ambo, and improvement of the rear parking area.
Thanks to the early generosity of several leadership donors, $265,000 has already been committed toward the goal. We invite all members and friends of Saint Nicholas Cathedral to prayerfully consider participating according to their means today! The sooner the funds are raised, the sooner these important and urgent projects can be addressed. All donations are tax-deductible.
Learn more here about the campaign and ways to give.
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Toy Drive for Ukrainian Children
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
This holiday season, St. Nicholas Cathedral is organizing a toy drive for Ukrainian children affected by the war. We hope to bring some joy and smiles to children going through difficult times.From November 1 through December 20, we invite you to donate new toys for children of all ages. A collection box will be placed in the parish hall.
Thank you for your continued kindness and generosity!
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Humanitarian Mission to Ukraine – Special Presentation
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
Please join us on Sunday, November 1, at 11:00 AM in the parish hall for a short presentation about our humanitarian mission to Ukraine, which St. Nicholas Cathedral has generously supported since early 2022.
We will share updates on our progress, the impact of your contributions, and ways you can continue to get involved.
Thank you for your ongoing support and generosity!
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DC Walk for Missions
When: Sunday, November 1, 2:00PM
Where: Trail start at Ayr Hill Avenue NE and East Street, Vienna, VA
Everyone is welcome to come out and enjoy an informal autumn walk to support mission awareness. Bring your ideas on how we can work together to support Orthodox missionaries!
RSVP for the Mission Walk to Michael Bosworth or Betty Slanta.
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Orthodox Christian Laity's Annual Conference
When: Saturday, November 7
Where: St. Andrew Romanian Orthodox Church, 9111 River Rd, Potomac, MD or online
Join Orthodox Christian Laity for an inspiring gathering featuring seven outstanding speakers who will explore some of the most important issues facing our Church today. This year, hierarchs, clergy and laity will gather around the theme of "Toward a More Perfect Orthodox Union," exploring both the promise and the challenges of a more united Orthodox witness in America.
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Orthodox Christians for Palestine Present a Summit on Palestine
When: Saturday, November 14, 9:00AM - 5:30PM
Where: Ss. Peter & Paul Orthodox Church, 10620 River Rd, Potomac, MD
Orthodox Christians from every jurisdiction, along with those who share concern for justice and peace, are invited to gather for a one-day summit on Palestine. This summit brings our communities together to learn how we can put our faith into action.
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October Birthdays
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4 - Lillian Blome
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5 - Matushka Amy (Prisca) Bozeman
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6 - Paul Lutov - Milestone
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8 - Walter Alesevich
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18 - Olena Fadeyevna
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20 - Candice Johnson
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22 - Konstantin Howard
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24 - Larry Basalyga
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28 - Peter Evans
October Anniversaries
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1 - Kevin Basil and Lisa Marie Fritts - 2022
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29 - Glenn and Iryna Hartman - 2017
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30 - Elizabeth and Jonathon Weber - 2021- Milestone
November Birthdays
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5 - Mark Pietrzykoski
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22 - Mikhail Bolkhovitinov
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23 - Serge Romanchak
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24 - Valeriya Cotten
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24 - Natalia Kornilova Thomas
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30 - Lisa Marie Fritts
November Anniversaries
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8 - Fr. Valery and Matushka Marina Shemchuk - 1998
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14 - Vladimir and Tatyana Son - 1972
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18 - Dn. Igor and Matushka Irina Panyutin - 1978
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Fr. Arkady Moiseyev was born on November 9, 1899, into a family of priests, being both the son and grandson of Russian Orthodox priests. He first attended the Theological Seminary in Vilno, Poland (now Vilnius, Lithuania), where he graduated summa cum laude, and later the Orthodox Theological School in Warsaw, Poland, where he received a Master of Sacred Orthodox Theology degree in 1929.
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For six years, Fr. Arkady taught at the Orthodox Seminary in Vilno.
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On September 5th, 1939, Fr. Arkady was ordained to the diaconate. He was ordained a priest on September 18th, 1939, by the Russian Orthodox Archbishop Sava of Grodno. He next served as pastor of the Convent of St. Mary Magdalene in Vilno, and later in Hanover, Germany. He was also administrator of Russian Orthodox churches in Carlsbad, Marienbad, and Frazensbad in Germany.
During World War II, Fr. Arkady spent time in a German prison camp. American GIs made a Communion chalice out of tin cans for Fr. Arkady to use for Sunday Divine Liturgy in the prison camp.
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Fr. Arkady and his Matushka Lyubov came to the United States in December, 1951, and settled in Washington, DC. In January, 1952 he was assigned to assist Bishop Jonah, at that time the Bishop of Washington. Upon the death of Bishop Jonah in 1955, Fr. Arkady became the pastor of the Russian Orthodox Church of St. Nicholas.
Under his guidance, the planning and construction of the present church building was completed in 1962, and dedicated in May of 1963. The 1963 Dedication booklet states "Through the difficult years of building the national shrine, Father Arkady with his steadfast spiritual resolve and trust in God, has been a tower of strength."
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Father Arkady was renowned for the clarity and sincerity of his sermons. He also wrote frequently for various Orthodox publications.
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In 1978, when St. Nicholas Church was designated St. Nicholas Cathedral of the Orthodox Church in America, Metropolitan Theodosius appointed Fr. Arkady as dean, a position he held until his retirement on June 1, 1986.
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Fr. Arkady fell asleep in the Lord on October 15, 1986 in Washington, DC.
Henry Sawchuk, President of the Parish Council at the time of Fr. Arkady's death, said "Father Arkady was beloved by all the members of the St. Nicholas parish for his humility and deep Christian faith".
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May Fr. Arkady's memory be eternal before God!
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Parishioner Memorial Project
Each month we hope to highlight the memory of a departed parishioner or friend of St. Nicholas Cathedral. If you have a loved one or friend that you would like to have featured, please send a short biography, including the date and year of death, with their contributions to our Cathedral life, no matter how great or small - with a digital photo if available - to Katya Haines with the words "Memory Eternal" in the subject line.
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ADDRESS
3500 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20007
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