10TH SUNDAY OF LUKE DAMASCUS

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Annunciation Cathedral Sunday Bulletin: December 4, 2011

SAINT BARBARA THE GREAT MARTYR, SAINT JOHN THE RIGHTEOUS OF

EPISTLE READING OF THE DAY This morning's Epistle Reading is from St. Paul's Letter to the Galatians, chapter 3, verses 23-29, and chapter 4, verses 1-5. Brethren, before faith came, we were confined under the law, kept under restraint until faith should be revealed. So that the law was our custodian until Christ came, that we might be justified by faith. But now that faith has come, we are no longer under a custodian; for in Christ Jesus you are all sons of God, through faith. For as many of you as were baptized into Christ have put on Christ. There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is neither male nor female; for you are all one in Christ Jesus. And if you are Christ's, then you are Abraham's offspring, heirs according to promise. I mean that the heir, as long as he is a child, is no better than a slave, though he is the owner of all the estate; but he is under guardians and trustees until the date set by the father. So with us; when we were children, we were slaves to the elemental spirits of the universe. But when the time had fully come, God sent forth his Son, to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as sons.

STEWARDSHIP SUNDAY IS TODAY In addition to watching a video of our parish youth this morning following liturgy, all members of the parish are invited to bring their pledge card to put in the basket that will be circulated (extra pledge cards may be found in the narthex). In addition, all are invited to attend the free luncheon offered this morning in the hall, as well as sign up for any of the ministries of the church which will have tables in the hall, as well. Let us celebrate the gifts of time, talent, and treasure that God has given us today and every day of our lives. MEMORIALS Memorial prayers are offered this morning for the soul of the servant of God Kaliope (Kal) Fotenos, who fell asleep in the Lord 40 days ago. Coffee hour will be sponsored this morning by the Fotenos family, and by the Stewardship Committee. Aionia tis i mnimi. SUNDAY SCHOOL FOOD DRIVE Please check the bins in the gallery, which will be there until Dec. 18; we encourage all to bring (only) dry goods and canned goods. All the proceeds go to the San Francisco Food Bank.

3:23-29; 4:1-5 , , , . , PARISH COUNCIL . , . Those who would like to serve on the Parish Council for 2012-2014 are invited to speak with . , Father Stephen. 8 individuals will be elected on Dec. 11th. Also, please note that the Parish . , , Council Meeting for December will be next Sunday, December 11th. . DIVINE LITURGY FOR THE FEAST OF SAINT NICHOLAS , , . , This Tuesday, December 6, the Divine Liturgy for the feast of Saint Nicholas will be , , celebrated at Saint Nicholas Antiochian Orthodox Church at 10:30, with luncheon following. , . , , , THE CATHEDRALS 2011 COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CARD , , , All are invited to participate by clipping the form on page 4 of the November Herald and , . sending it back to the Cathedral; or, by calling the Cathedral, at 415 864-8000; or by responding to Mary Tonas, Calliope Fousekis, and Annamarie Balian at the Christmas GOSPEL READING OF THE DAY card table following the Liturgy. Next Sunday is the last Sunday to have your name included This morning's Gospel Reading is from the Holy Gospel according to St. Luke, chapter in this years card. 13, verses 10-17; it is found in our books on page 261. MESSINIAN NAVARINO SOCIETY , . 13, . 10-17, There will be a luncheon for the members of the Messinian Navarino Society in the Kytherian , . 260. Room following this mornings liturgy. Todays Apolytikion (Dismissal Hymn) is that of Tone Eight (Plagal Four): .. Descending from on high, O merciful Lord, for us did You endure three days in the tomb, that we LETS BUILD OUR CHURCH: SIGN UP TO BE AN AMBASSADOR may be released from the passions of this world, You who are our Resurrection and our Life, In the Book of Exodus (25:8) God says: Build me a Sanctuary, and I will appear Lord, glory to You. among you. (Translated from the Septuagint: , ). , , , , , , . Father Anthony Scott has now returned to the Cathedral and is meeting with parishioners through December 7, to discuss their participation in the Campaign to build the new Cathedral. If you would like to be among the first to meet with Father Scott, we invite you to THANK YOU FOR TURNING OFF YOUR CELL PHONES IN CHURCH speak directly with Father Scott, or with Father Stephen following the Divine Liturgy.