Sunday Matins, About Dn Elijah's Visit, and Lenten Prayer Guide for the Week

Published: Sat, 03/15/25

Updated: Sat, 03/15/25

Second Sunday in Lent
English Office Matins

Sunday Matins

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March 16, 2025

Matins: 10:00 AM
Coffee Hour and Fellowship After Services

Family Lenten Worship, Prayer and Fast Guide

Please access Priest-in-Charge, Father Fenton's Weekly Lenten
Prayer and Practices for his complete guidance during the season.

Guide Access

Reader David provides the English Office 2025 Lenten Lectionary
for additional scripture meditation and devotion.

Access Here

We sincerely apologize for not informing you earlier about our beloved Dn. Elijah's visit last Sunday. Despite some communication challenges, the service went beautifully, and we were blessed by both his inspiring words and the Eucharist.

We are excited to announce that Dn. Elijah will return tentitively in early April. We are determined to be better prepared to warmly welcome him back! We hope you’ll join us for this special occasion. We'll keep you posted.

Announcement for the Saint Nicholas

Annual Parish Member Meeting and Potluck
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Dear St. Nicholas Orthodox Church Family,

Mark Your Calendars

For a Significant Gathering

The 2025 Annual Parish Meeting!

Join us March 23rd as we come together to discuss important matters concerning the business of St. Nicholas Orthodox Church and vote for three new members into the council.

This all-member meeting is not just about business; it's an opportunity for your voice to be heard, and it will involve crucial voting decisions. Your active participation contributes to the growth and vibrancy of our community.

Location: Parish Hall | Time: Sunday, March 23rd
Following Liturgy Services

To make this gathering even more special, we invite you to bring a dish to share.

Let's come together as one parish family, sharing not only our voices but also the warmth of fellowship and a delightful array of dishes.

Your presence is highly valued, and we look forward to this enriching and unifying occasion.

See you there!

Saturday Discipleship Hour Reminder

Every 2nd Wednesday and 4th Saturday of the month our Oblates* Prayer and Study Group, made up of St. Nicholas Orthodox Members and Guests, prepare for our session with prayer from the Monastic Diurnal, followed by fellowship and discussion about Orthodox Christian living, discipline and discipleship.

WHERE:
Saint Nicholas Orthodox Church

1325 E. Queen Ave., Spokane 99207

509-866-6074

WHEN:

Saturday, March 22

TIME:
11:45 AM

Join us as we embark on a transformational journey
through the book "The Benedict Option" by Rod Dreher.

Who Can Attend?

This class is open to all members of our parish as well as any guests interested in joining the St. Nicholas Western Orthodox parish on a journey of learning and growth.

Please Remember to Pray for...

Your Parish, Diocese, Archdiocese, Jerri Cox, Tina Greer, Fr. David, Kh. Mona, Kh. Karen Kinnick, 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

Printing and Educational Resources
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

DONATE

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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

Scripture Readings for the Week - Please visit the English Office website for the daily offices. This site is run by the Brown family and is an excellent resource for when you want to pray the parochial daily offices and you don't have your Psalter and/or Bible handy. It renders very nicely on your phone or tablet devices.

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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1325 E Queen Ave
Spokane WA 99207
US

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