Divine Liturgy for the coming week

Glory to Jesus Christ!

Sunday, 8/20, 12th Sunday after Pentecost
10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish

Epistle: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11
Gospel: Matthew 19:16-26, Tone 3

Monday, 8/21/23 Holy Apostle Thaddeus, Martyr Bassa
9:00 a.m. +Stefan Pospolita (Pan.) requested by Daria Jakubowski

Tuesday, 8/22, Holy Martyr Agathonicus
9:00 a.m. God’s blessing for Daria, Vera, Christine and Natalia requested by Nadia Trojan

Wednesday, 8/23, Holy Martyr Lupus, Priest-martyr Irenaeus
9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy scheduled

Thursday, 8/24, Holy Priest Martyr Eutyches
10:00 a.m. Thanksgiving Divine Liturgy for Independence Day of Ukraine

Friday, 8/25, Holy Apostles Bartholomew and Titus
9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy scheduled

Saturday, 8/26, Holy Martyrs Adrian and Natalia
9:00 a.m. +Antin Ruchar (Pan.) requested by Emilia Iwaniw

Sunday, 8/27, 13th Sunday after Pentecost
10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish

Epistle: 1 Corinthians 16:13-24
Gospel: Matthew 21:33-42, Tone 4

Parish announcements

Christ is among us!

This week vigil light is offered by Vasyl Ivantsiv in memory of Dmytro.

We will be making Pyrohy (varenyky) for Ukrainian Festival on September 9, and for regular orders on September 16. We need your help on Fridays to peel potatoes and Saturdays to make pierogis. Please come and help.

STAMFORD CHARITIES APPEAL REMINDER: Please don’t forget to donate for Charities Appeal. Please make check payable to the Byzantine Rite Eparchy of Stamford. DO NOT MAIL THIS FORM TO THE CHANCERY OFFICE. We sincerely ask all parishioners to make generous contributions.

Dear parishioners and guests, after the Divine Liturgy, a social hour with coffee and hard rolls and assorted snacks are available in the church hall. Please feel free to join us.

If you would like to have a Confession, Holy Communion or prayer of the sick at your house or nursing home, please call the rectory at (203) 865-0388.

Divine Liturgy for Ukrainian Independence Day will be served at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 24.

Ukrainian Independence Day will be observed with a flag raising ceremony on the New Haven Green on Thursday, August 24, at 12:00 Noon. Mayor Justin Elicker will be in attendance. Please wear your Ukrainian vyshyvanka and make plans to attend this short ceremony. It is important that we show our unity and advocacy and to express our gratitude for the assistance Ukraine has received. Tell your friends and family and invite your non Ukrainian friends to also attend.

On the evening of August 24th the pedestrian bridge by Bradley Point in West Haven will be lit up in blue and yellow. Come and enjoy this beautiful sight, but you must have a permit or pay for parking using a QR code if you park at the beach. Street parking nearby is available for a short period of time or you can just drive by on Ocean Avenue to see the bridge.

Our solemn feast of the Dormition

We celebrate the Dormition of the Virgin as the transitus of Mary, the Holy Theotokos from death to Life. Mary who willingly gave her human nature to God, now receives the perfection of eternal life. In beholding her, we can see our own future.

With the Church we pray Troparion (Tone 1):

“In giving birth you preserved your virginity. In falling asleep you did not forsake the world, O Theotokos. You were translated to life O Mother of Life, and by your prayers you deliver our souls from death.”

In his Homily on the Dormition, St. John Damascene makes the Tomb of Mary talk:

“Why do you seek in the tomb what has been assumed into heaven? Why do you exact from me an account of her dissolution? I had no power to go against the divine command. Leaving the wind ing sheet, that holy and sacred body, which filled me with myrrh, sweet fragrance and holiness, has been caught up and has departed with all the powers of heaven accompanying it.

“Now the Angels keep watch over me. Now the divine grace dwells in me. I have become a well of healing for the sick, a defense against demons, a refuge to those who fly to me. Draw near in faith, you people, and you will receive grace in streams.” (cf. Hom. on Dorm. II, 17)

Our parish is celebrating today’s feast with the Divine Liturgy being offered at 10 a.m. with the Blessing of Herbs

Fresco from Gračanica Monastery in Kosovo, Serbia c. 1321

Divine Liturgy for the coming week

Glory to Jesus Christ!

Sunday, 8/13, 11th Sunday after Pentecost
8:00 a.m. For the people of the parish

Epistle: 1 Corinthians 9:2-12
Gospel: Matthew 18:23-35, Tone 2

Monday, 8/14, Translation of the Relics of Theodosius
9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy scheduled

Tuesday, 8/15, Dormition of the Mother of God — Blessing of herbs and flowers
10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish

Wednesday, 8/16, Holy Martyr Diomedes
9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy scheduled

Thursday, 8/17, Holy Martyr Myron
9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy scheduled

Friday, 8/18, Holy Martyrs Florus and Laurus
9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy scheduled

Saturday, 8/19, Holy Martyr Andrew*Andri\ Strat., m/.
9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy scheduled

Sunday, 8/20, 12th Sunday after Pentecost
10:00 a.m. For the people of the parish

Epistle: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11
Gospel: Matthew 19:16-26, Tone 3

Parish announcements

Christ is among us!

This week vigil light is offered by Vasyl Ivantsiv in memory of Dmytro.

Catherine Berezowski fell asleep in the Lord last week. Please remember her in your prayers. ETERNAL MEMORY!

Dear parishioners and guests, after the Divine Liturgy, a social hour with coffee and hard rolls and assorted snacks are available in the church hall. Please feel free to join us.

If you would like to have a Confession, Holy Communion or prayer of the sick at your house or nursing home, please call the rectory at (203) 865-0388.

Ukrainian Independence Day will be observed with a flag raising ceremony on the New Haven Green on Thursday, August 24, at 12:00 Noon. Mayor Justin Elicker will be in attendance. Please wear your Ukrainian vyshyvanka and make plans to attend this short ceremony. It is important that we show our unity and advocacy and to express our gratitude for the assistance Ukraine has received. Tell your friends and family and invite your non Ukrainian friends to also attend.

On the evening of August 24th the pedestrian bridge by Bradley Point in West Haven will be lit up in blue and yellow. Come and enjoy this beautiful sight, but you must have a permit or pay for parking using a QR code if you park at the beach. Street parking nearby is available for a short period of time or you can just drive by on Ocean Avenue to see the bridge.

TODAY! 69th ANNUAL HOLY DORMITION PILGRIMAGE will be held on August 12-13 at the motherhouse of the Sisters Servants of Mary Immaculate in Sloatsburg. This year’s theme is “Mary, Mother of God, watch over us and our beloved Nations with your noble protection!” The Sisters invite all our parishioners to attend! For information call: 845-753-2840 or www.ssmi-us.org

On the occasion of 32nd Anniversary of Ukraine’s independence, a nonprofit organization Blue Sky Ukraine presents a charity concert in support of children and the elderly in Ukraine The event will take place on August 20 at 3:00 PM at a beautiful venue The Palace Theatre in Stamford, CT. The concert will feature masterpieces of Ukrainian choral, vocal, and instrumental music performed by renowned Ukrainian artist. The Ukrainian Chorus Dumka of New York conducted by Vasyl Hrechynsky, Pavlo Gintov- piano, Hanna Golodinski- soprano, Denis Saveliev- flute, Ukrainian American Bandura Group. The event is supported by the Consulate General of Ukraine in New York and the Stamford Town Clerk Office and Stamford Mayor Office. Representatives of diplomatic missions, international organizations, and state authorities of Connecticut will attend the charity event. In this important time for Ukraine, let`s come together and support Ukraine. Let’s show the world our unity and commitment to defending truth, freedom, and independence. Togheter towards Victory! Glory to Ukraine. To purchase tickets, scan the QR code on the flyer or buy at the church with a discount of $15 per ticket.

STAMFORD CHARITIES APPEAL REMINDER: Please don` t forget to donate for Charities Appeal. Please make check payable to the Byzantine Rite Eparchy of Stamford. DO NOT MAIL THIS FORM TO THE CHANCERY OFFICE. We sincerely ask all parishioners to make generous contributions.

Kateryna Derenko Berezowskyj fell asleep in the Lord

We are sad to announce that Kateryna Berezowskyj met the Lord of Life on Saturday, August 5, 2023. She was 99 years old.

Her wake is Friday at the Guilford Funeral Home from 4-7 p.m. with the Panachyda Service at 7 p.m.

The funeral Liturgy will be Saturday, August 12 at 10:00 a.m.

Kateryna’s beautiful life is written in her incredible obituary which can be read here.

Let us pray for the peaceful repose of Kateryna Derenko Berezowskyj and the consolation of her family and friends.

May Our Lady, Mary the Mother of God, the Holy Theotokos, pray for Kateryna.
May Saint Michael the Archangel, intercede for us.
May the memory of Kateryna Derenko Berezowskyj be eternal.

Divine Liturgy for the coming week

Glory to Jesus Christ!

Sunday, 8/6/, 10th Sunday after Pentecost —Transfiguration of the Lord — Blessing of Fruits
10:00 a.m. For the People of the parish

Epistle: 2 Peter 1:10-19
Gospel: Matthew 17:1-9, Tone 1

Monday, 8/7, The Venerable Martyr Dometius
9:00 a.m. +Orest Dubno (Pan.) requested by Luba Dubno

Tuesday, 8/8, The Confessor Emilian
9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy scheduled

Wednesday, 8/9, Holy Apostle Mathias
9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy scheduled

Thursday, 8/10, Holy Archdeacon Martyr Lawrence
9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy scheduled

Friday, 8/11, Holy Martyr Euplus
9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy scheduled

Saturday, 8/12, Holy Martyrs Photius and Anicetus
9:00 a.m. No particular intention for the Divine Liturgy scheduled

Sunday, 8/13, 11th Sunday after Pentecost
8:00 a.m. For the People of the parish

Epistle: 1 Corinthians 9:2-12
Gospel: Matthew 18:23-35, Tone 2

Parish announcements

Christ is among us!

This week vigil light is offered by Vasyl Ivantsiv in memory of Vasyl.

Peter Yukash fell asleep in the Lord. Please remember him in your prayers. Eternal Memory!

Dear parishioners and guests, after the Divine Liturgy, a social hour with coffee and hard rolls and assorted snacks are available in the church hall. Please feel free to join us.

If you would like to have a Confession, Holy Communion or prayer of the sick at your house or nursing home, please call the rectory at (203) 865-0388.

Ukrainian Independence Day will be observed with a flag raising ceremony on the New Haven Green on Thursday, August 24, at 12:00 Noon. Mayor Justin Elicker will be in attendance. Please wear your Ukrainian vyshyvanka and make plans to attend this short ceremony. It is important that we show our unity and advocacy and to express our gratitude for the assistance Ukraine has received. Tell your friends and family and invite your non Ukrainian friends to also attend.

On the evening of August 24th the pedestrian bridge by Bradley Point in West Haven will be lit up in blue and yellow. Come and enjoy this beautiful sight, but you must have a permit or pay for parking using a QR code if you park at the beach. Street parking nearby is available for a short period of time or you can just drive by on Ocean Avenue to see the bridge.

69th ANNUAL HOLY DORMITION PILGRIMAGE will be held on August 12-13 at the motherhouse of the Sisters Servants of Mary Immaculate in Sloatsburg. This year’s theme is “Mary, Mother of God, watch over us and our beloved Nations with your noble protection!” The Sisters invite all our parishioners to attend! For information call: 845-753-2840 or www.ssmi-us.org

On the occasion of 32nd Anniversary of Ukraine’s independence, a nonprofit organization Blue Sky Ukraine presents a charity concert in support of children and the elderly in Ukraine The event will take place on August 20 at 3:00 PM at a beautiful venue The Palace Theatre in Stamford, CT. The concert will feature masterpieces of Ukrainian choral, vocal, and instrumental music performed by renowned Ukrainian artist. The Ukrainian Chorus Dumka of New York conducted by Vasyl Hrechynsky, Pavlo Gintov- piano, Hanna Golodinski- soprano, Denis Saveliev- flute, Ukrainian American Bandura Group. The event is supported by the Consulate General of Ukraine in New York and the Stamford Town Clerk Office and Stamford Mayor Office. Representatives of diplomatic missions, international organizations, and state authorities of Connecticut will attend the charity event. In this important time for Ukraine, let`s come together and support Ukraine. Let’s show the world our unity and commitment to defending truth, freedom, and independence. Togheter towards Victory! Glory to Ukraine. To purchase tickets, scan the QR code on the flyer or buy at the church with a discount of $15 per ticket.

STAMFORD CHARITIES APPEAL REMINDER: Please don` t forget to donate for Charities Appeal. Please make check payable to the Byzantine Rite Eparchy of Stamford. DO NOT MAIL THIS FORM TO THE CHANCERY OFFICE. We sincerely ask all parishioners to make generous contributions.