We bring attention to our parishioners that it is most inappropriate to enter the Sanctuary during:
· Reading of the Lections until the Creed is recited
· During Confession and Communion
· During the Sermon
Please, wait in the vestibule until such time when it is proper to enter the Sanctuary.
Welcome to Parishioners and Friends
May all who have come to worship know that they’re sincerely welcomed in this house of God. In a spirit of love and friendship, let us remind ourselves that Sundays in summer still continues to be special day to give direct attention to God. There is no other Sunday activity that can replace what we’ll get by meeting with fellow worshippers at church: the House of God.
Prayers For The Sick (Der Voghormia) – Page 45 of the Divine Liturgy Book
Let us remember and ask God’s Blessings for our parishioners who are ill at home, in a
hospital or nursing home. Let us continue with our prayers for:
Carlos Bedrossian Helen Kuefner
Jim Bottala Josh Najarian Mendell, CA
Yn. Patricia Dagley Virginia Nazlaian
Jacob Hagopian Mary Najarian Poulsen
Marty Hamparzomian Alyce Schafer Rev. Fr. Vahram Hazarian Lisa Schaffer
George Kazarian Mary Sommese
Mary Kerridan Sam Sommese
Grace Klujian Julie Tarpinian
Special Prayers
Let us offer our prayers for the soul of:
Very Rev. Fr. Oshagan Minassian, Cambridge, MA
Entered his eternal rest on July 26, 2008
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Prayer Request
For those wishing to request special 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 shall recite the Nicene Creed (The Profession of Our Faith) on pages 18-19 of the Divine Liturgy Book found in the pews
Care, Maintenance and Cost of the “Light of St. Gregory
Our thanks to Leona Mirza and Ann Lousin for taking the responsibility of the cost of keeping the “Light of St. Gregory” illuminated during the month of August, in memory of their parents, Max & Opal Lousin.
Evening Bible Study & Armenian Language Classes
Classes will resume in September.
Women’s Guild
All women of the church are invited to attend Guild meetings and activities. If you are interested in joining the Guild, please call Raelene Ohanesian: Cell: 224-764-2016.
Hye Camp 2008 Begins
It’s the start of Hye Camp today. All former and future Hye Campers, staff members, interested parents and friends of Hye Camp are invited to the 6th Annual Open House on Sunday, August 3rd. Come and visit the campsite for a tour of the facilities, introduction of staff, dinner and an afternoon of fun.
Update on the 34th Annual Armenian Fest/Church Hall Repairs
Many people have called to ask the date of our Annual Armenian Fest and are so disappointed when told that there will not be a “fest” this year. A promise for a bigger and better event next year seemed to put them at ease. Well, it won’t be the same, but since it’s the celebration of the Feast of the Assumption of the Holy Mother–of-God and the Blessing of Grapes, there will be a “festival” of grilled hamburgers, hot dogs, salads, desserts, etc. – on the church grounds. With everybody’s cooperation, it should prove to be a wonderful afternoon.
While some clean up work has been done, we anticipated that construction work in the large hall would have been in process. However, it looks like it’s going to be a slow process. Let’s hope that the renovation process begin soon in order to continue with scheduled events.
Pilgrimages -- Diocese of the Armenian Church of America (Eastern)
1. Pilgrimage to Holy Etchmiadzin – September 19/20 to October 3/4, 2008
You are invited to join the pilgrimage to Holy Etchmiadzin for the traditional
Blessing of the Holy Muron (Chrism) on Sunday, September 28, 2008.
The full package with airfare and accommodations is $2,950. This
pilgrimage will enable you to participate in the traditional blessing of
Holy Oil which takes place once every seven years.
2. Pilgrimage to the Holy Land – January 13-22, 2009
Celebrate Armenian Christmas in Bethlehem (January 18-19 Old Calendar) and be
part of the special audience with His Beatitude Archbishop Torkom Manoogian,
Armenian Patriarch of Jerusalem and join in the celebration of his 90th birthday.
This pilgrimage is an all-inclusive package from Newark, N. J. - $2,378 per person
(double occupancy). Space is limited – registration deadline: October 11, 2008.
For additional information, flyers are placed in the church vestibule
Journey to Armenia
See the land of our ancestors! Be a part of the 10-day tour to Armenia, departing September 9 and returning on September 18, 2008. The tour includes Round Trip Airfare with British Airways, accommodations at Armenian Marriott Hotel, transfers and Visa Applications, $3,199.00 per person based on double occupancy. Single and triple rates are also available. A deposit of $1,500 is required for a reservation. There will be 5 days of private touring (includes all fees and guide.) Flyers with application forms are placed in the church vestibule. Please contact Craig Koresian @ 773-631-4786 or Pauline Nahabedian @ 847/967-5649.
PLEASE NOTE: Fr. Dajad is in Armenia and will not return until August 9th. During his absence, emergencies and all church related matters should be referred to the church office or the Parish Council Chairman, Michelle Babikian, 773-889-2354
Or Cell: 773/416-1994.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Sunday, August 3
through - Hye Camp 2008 – Camp Hickory, Ingleside, IL
Sunday, August 10
Sunday, August 17 - FEAST OF THE ASSUMPTION OF THE HOLY MOTHER-OF-GOD (Blessing of Grapes)
Sunday, Sept. 14 - FEAST OF THE EXALTATION OF
THE HOLY CROSS
Church Attendance July 27: 37
TODAY’S SCHEDULED PICNIC
ST. Mesrob Armenian Church
Lakefront Festival Hall, Racine, WI
11:00 a.m.
Very Rev. Fr. Dajad Tsaturyan
Interim Pastor
ST. GREGORY THE ILLUMINATOR ARMENIAN CHURCH
6700 W. Diversey Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60707
Phone: (773) 637-1711
Fax: (773) 637-5592
www.stgregorychicago.org
Worship Hours
Morning Service – 9:00 a.m.
Divine Liturgy – 10:00 a.m.