Merry Christmas Announcement and Updates

Published: Mon, 12/23/24

Updated: Mon, 12/23/24

“We Wish You a Blessed, and Merry Christmas! ”

See Our Holiday Schedule Below...

Thy Nativity, O Christ our God, has shone to the world the light of wisdom! For by it, those who worshiped the stars were taught by a star to adore Thee, the Sun of Righteousness and to know Thee, the Orient from on high. Lord, glory to Thee!

Christmas Liturgy Schedule

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Christmas Eve, Nine Lessons and Carols

Tuesday, December 24

Nativity Fast - The Eve of the Nativity (December 24) is a day of Abstinence and Fasting, called Paramony, which means "preparation."
4:00 PM A Vespers Service of Nine Lessons and Carols

Wednesday, December 25

10:00 AM Matins

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Stay connected to what really matters this Christmas.

As we prepare to celebrate the birth of our Lord, let's draw near to each other through the Christmas services of St. Nicholas Orthodox Church. Now is the perfect time to immerse yourself in the liturgy, or to return to Church if you haven't been in a while. Bring a friend!

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Please Remember to Pray for...

Your Parish, Diocese, Archdiocese, Fr. David, Kh. Mona, Kh. Karen, Barbara Myers, Gary Gillmore, Art Sill, Charlie and Alida Roth

"O Lord Almighty, the Healer of our souls and bodies, You Who put down and raise up, Who chastise and heal also; do You now, in Your great mercy, visit our brothers and sisters who are sick."

For a Priest

Jesus, eternal Priest, keep this thy Priest, now unknown to our parish family, within the shelter of Thy Sacred Heart, where none may touch him. Keep unstained his anointed hands, which daily touch Thy Sacred Body; keep unsullied his lips, purpled with Thy precious Blood; keep pure and unearthly his heart, sealed with sublime marks of Thy glorious priesthood. Let Thy holy love surround him, and keep him ever spotless from the world. Bless his labours with abundant fruit, and may they to whom he has ministered be here below with joy and consolation, and in heaven his beautiful and everlasting crown. Amen.

For the Increase of Priests

O Almighty God, look mercifully upon Thy Church, and incline the hearts of many of her sons to offer themselves for the work of the sacred ministry; so that by their labors, Thy Light may shine in the darkness of the world, and the coming of Thy kingdom may be hastened by the perfecting of Thine elect. Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Reminder...

There is a list left in the Narthex for parishioners to remember those who need our on-going intercessions to God. The list is picked up after the Office by one of the Acolytes so they can be remembered. Customarily their names are mentioned in the Mass. However, remembrances and intercessions now are moved to the announcements in our Communion Service.

Invitation to Contribute to St. Nicholas Church

Floral Decorations for Christmas and Epiphany (See Details)
Monthly Expenses (i.e. utilities, heating, water, etc.)
Damage Control and Maintenance

Your contributions will help with our continual upkeep, beauty, and protection of our beloved church. Any donation amount is a blessing and much appreciated.

In Advance,

Thank You

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OTHER NEWS, REQUESTS AND/OR RESOURCES

Holy Communion - is received by intinction only: Only duly prepared Orthodox Christians may receive the sacrament of Holy Communion. Preparation includes the pre-communion fast (see below) and confession to a priest of the Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese of North America. All others may receive a blessing by crossing their arms and bowing their head.

Pre-communion Fast - Unless you are under a doctor's care, all of those between 21-60 are expected to fast from drinking and eating from midnight on Saturday until after communion on Sunday. However, you can have water up until an hour before communion. If we are having a scheduled evening Mass, please eat and drink as close to noon as possible. You can have water up until about an hour before communion. There are exceptions to these rules. If you have any questions, please contact us at pastor@spokaneorthodox.org.

Confession - TBD

SUGGESTED BIBLE COMMENTARIES

Several parishioners have asked for suggestions of Bible commentaries. Here is a selection of commentaries that Fr. David uses:

The Explanation by Blessed Theophylact of the Holy Gospel According to St. Luke (Volume 3) Available on Amazon or from other retailers like Abe Books.
The Explanation of the Holy Gospel According to John by Blessed Theophylact (Volume 4) Available in hardcover on Amazon or from other retailers like Abe Books.
The Explanation by Blessed Theophylact of the Holy Gospel According to St. Mark (Volume 2) Available on Amazon.
The Explanation by Blessed Theophylact of the Holy Gospel According to St. Matthew (Volume 1) Available on Amazon or from other retailers like Abe Books.

Parish website (Currently under reconstruction)
St. Nicholas calendar
Archdiocese website
His Beatitude, John X Patriarch of Antioch and all the East.
His Eminence, Metropolitan Saba Archbishop of New York and Metropolitan of All North America
His Grace, Bishop JOHN
Priest-in-Charge, V. Rev. Fr. John Fenton
Sub-Deacon, Clyde Jackson
Reader David (Charles Roth)

BULLETIN REQUESTS
Have an idea to post in the Bulletin? Email Selina at info@spokaneorthodox.org with your topic. It could be discussed at coffee hour.
To stay connected with other parishioners, a February 2023 parish social media directory is available from the parish secretary. Email: charlesroth53@yahoo.com.

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St. Nicholas Antiochian Orthodox Church

1325 E Queen Ave
Spokane WA 99207
US

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