Do Orthodox Christians have to pray to saints?

We don't pray to the saints “instead” of to God , just as any Christian does not ask his fellow Christians to pray for him instead of going directly to God with his concerns. Rather, we enlist Saints, along with the rest of the Church, to pray to God to hear us and have mercy on us.

Do Orthodox believe in communion of saints?

Eastern Orthodoxy In Greek Orthodoxy, " the Church is also a communion of saints , an assembly of angels and men, of the Heaven and of the earth ... divided into what is known as the Church Militant and the Church Triumphant".

What is the prayer for Sunday of Orthodoxy?

At the intercession of your spotless Mother, O Christ, and of all the saints, we pray you to grant us your great mercy. We venerate your icon, good Lord, asking forgiveness of our sins, O Christ our God.

Do Orthodox pray to God or Jesus?

In the Orthodox Church all prayer is Trinitarian. We pray in the Holy Spirit, through Jesus the Son of God, and in his name, to God the Father .

Can you take Catholic communion if you are Orthodox?

To the best of my knowledge, Orthodox churches as a rule strongly object to their members receiving Communion in a Catholic church .

What is the most beautiful prayer for Orthodox?

In the Orthodox Tradition, one of the most simple and beautiful prayers is the Jesus Prayer, "Lord Jesus Christ, have mercy on me." This prayer may be repeated meditatively with the help of a "prayer rope," or may simply be said from time to time throughout the day while breathing in and out slowly and peacefully.

What is the famous Orthodox prayer?

Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and forever and to the ages of ages.

What do Orthodox Christians do on Sunday?

Yes we Orthodox Christians go to Church on Sunday Morning- as do most protestants. In the Orthodox church Sunday is divine Liturgy -when we have communion. We typically have vespers on Saturday evening which is followed by confession. There will be other services on major holy days and during Lent.

How should Orthodox Christians pray?

In your rule, incorporate standing, prostrations, kneeling, making the sign of the cross, reading, and at times singing . Use prayer books and written prayers. The Orthodox prayer books are filled with prayers that have been well tested and used for hundreds of years. Prayer does not have to be a creative activity.

Do Orthodox have to pray to Mary?

Properly speaking, Orthodox Christians do not “pray to” the Mother of God instead of God ; we seek her intercession before her Son, asking her to pray on our behalf; another Orthodox hymn states that “the prayers of a mother availeth much before her Son.”

Are you supposed to pray to saints?

Intercession, not worship Instead, when Catholics pray to saints, we are asking for their prayers and intercession on our behalf . Just as you might ask a friend or family member to pray for you during a difficult time, Catholics believe that saints can intercede on their behalf with God due to their closeness to Him.

Do Orthodox Christians celebrate all saints?

The Eastern Orthodox Church, following the Byzantine tradition, commemorates all saints collectively on the Sunday after Pentecost, All Saints' Sunday (Greek: Ἁγίων Πάντων, Agiōn Pantōn).

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Sixth Sunday after Pentecost

The Holy Seven Sleeping Youths of Ephesus;

Recovery of the relics of Martyr Eudokia of Persia

Thought for Today:“He that lives in hate is poor and wretched. He that lives in love is blessed and happy. Hate is the seed of the devil. Love is the seed of God.”

+ St. Tikhon of Zadonsk

Dormition FastAugust 1^st– Domition on August 15^th.

School age Children!Father Peter Jon will give a blessing to the children and teachers following Divine Liturgy.

Resurrectional Apolytikion – Tone 5

Let us believers praise and worship the Word; coeternal with the Father and the Spirit, born of the Virgin for our salvation. For, He took pleasure in ascending the Cross in the flesh to suffer death; and to raise the dead by His glorious Resurrection.

Kontakion of the Transfiguration – Tone 7

Thou wast transfigured on the mount, and Thy Disciples, in so far as they were able, beheld Thy glory, O Christ our God; so that, when they should see Thee crucified, they would remember that all Thy suffering was voluntary, and could declare to all the world that Thou art truly the effulgent Splendor of the Father.

Receiving the Eucharist:We invite you to receive the Holy Eucharist if you are an Orthodox Christian who has prepared yourself through fasting, prayer, and recent confession. If you are not Orthodox, or are Orthodox but have not prepared, we invite you to receive a piece of the blessed bread in the wooden bowls held by the altar servers at the front of the church

EPISTLE and GOSPEL READINGS

The Epistle

Thou, O Lord, shall keep us and preserve us. Save me, O Lord, for the Godly man has failed.

The Reading from the Epistle of St. Paul to the Romans. (12:6-14)

Brethren,having gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, let us use them: if prophecy, in proportion to our faith; if service, in our serving; he who teaches, in his teaching; he who exhorts, in his exhortation; he who contributes, in liberality; he who gives aid, with zeal; he who does acts of mercy, with cheerfulness. Let love be genuine; hate what is evil, hold fast to what is good; love one another with brotherly affection; outdo one another in showing honor. Never flag in zeal, be aglow with the Spirit, and serve the Lord. Rejoice in your hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer. Contribute to the needs of the saints, practice hospitality. Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse them.

The Gospel

The Reading from the Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew. (9:1-8)

At that time,Jesus got into a boat, crossed over and came to His own city. And behold, they brought to Him a paralytic, lying on his bed; and when Jesus saw their faith He said to the paralytic, “Take heart, my son; your sins are forgiven.” And behold, some of the scribes said to themselves, “This man is blaspheming.” But Jesus, knowing their thoughts, said, “Why do you think evil in your hearts? For which is easier, to say, ‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or to say, ‘Rise and walk’? But that you may know that the Son of man has authority on earth to forgive sins”—He then said to the paralytic—“Rise, take up your bed and go home.” And he rose and went home. When the crowds saw it, they marveled, and they glorified God, Who had given such authority to men.

THIS WEEK

Today, Sunday:Myrrh Bearerswill meet following Divine Liturgy.

Monday, August 5:3^rdHour Prayersat9:00 am;Vesperal Liturgyat6:00 pmTransfiguration of Our Lord.

Tuesday, August 6:3^rdHour Prayerat9:00 am;Parakelesis serviceat6:00 pm.

Wednesday, August 7:6^thHour Prayersat12:00 noon;Readers Vespersat6:00 pm;

Thursday, August 8:3^rdHour Prayersat9:00 am.

Friday,August 9:3^rdHour Prayersat9:00 am;Parakelesis serviceat6:00 pm.

Saturday, August 10:Bible Studyat theWebb’s home,9:00 am;Great Vespersat5:00 pm;

Jr/Teen SOYO 6:30-8PM.

Sunday, August 11:Matinsat9:00 am,Divine Liturgy.

FAMILY NEWS

Congratulations:Nate and Maeghan Lanaghan on the birth of their daughter Lily Salome.

Names Day Celebration:William Beckman,St. Feodor(7^th); Aaron Hsu, Herman Holland, Eric Crandall,St. Herman(9^th); Dn. Lawrence Baldwin,St. Laurence(10^th).

Birthday Celebration:Galina Mullis (4^th); John Craton (6^th); Emili Skinner (6^th).

Anniversary Celebration:Steve & April Blair (6^th); Dan 7 Jennifer Rigsby (9^th).

Prayer List:Fr. Peter; Thomas Andrew;Nina; Meaghan and child born to her; Fr. Matthew; Marvin;Nectaria (Released from ICU);Taylor and infant Houston(congenital heart defect);Shu-Mei,Charlie;Shirley; Jim;Jan; Don and Dee; those suffering the war in Ukraine, and the Middle East; Peace talks; our nation and all nations’ leaders; schools: children, youth and personnel across the nation; Mary Ann; Emma; Bob & Bonnie Thelen; Megan (lymphoma); Josiah; Fr. Athanasius; Jack; Christopher; Fr. Jerome; Fr. Basil; Catherine; Wadia; Jayci; Patricia; Kitsa; Apthrodite; Kim; Kristy; Vicki;Kenzie; Dusty; Cari; Betsy; Josh; Allison; Andrew; Isaac; Leanne; Heather; Nancy; Sharon Catherine; Michael, Olga, Eileen, Soren, Kathy; Lexi, Ross, Vivian; Theo; Jeremy; Dn. Lawrence, Marcia; Elias; Waded; Seraphima; Lilly’s family; Jennifer; Christy; Megan; Missy;Rebecca with child;John; Stanley; Macrina; Anne; Allen; Linda; Mary Barger; Allison and children; Kip; Stephanie with child, Mary with child, Alexis with child; Ann with child; Anna with child; Amanda with child, Engy with child, Dymphna with child, Erica with child; Taylor with child.

Lending Library:New books for Library;3 volumes of the Synaxarion- Sept/Oct., Nov/Dec, Jan/Feb.; Divine Prayers and Services.; Living the Beatitudes (Fitzgerald); Life of the Fathers of Gaul (St. Gregory of Tours); New Style Adult Catachism (Mastrantonis); Beginners Guide to Spirituality (Keiser); booklet- Saints of North America, booklet- Jesus Prayer in Eastern Spirituality (Winkler); audio-6 CD’s on Vocation and Parenting (Hellenic College).

Coffee Hour Host:Melissa Barbarick with Parishioners A-B.

Next Week Host:Wendy Carter with Parishioners C-G.

Giving Opportunities:

Our In-House Food Pantry:Thank you for the generous support to theFood Pantry. The pantry is available to parish members as well as families and individuals in the greater Bloomington community. Donations of nonperishable items of pasta, marinara sauce, peanut butter, canned chicken and Tuna, canned vegetables, canned fruit and soups are always welcome.

Mission Donations:We send monthly support to two missionary units in Albania, the Hoppe family and Hannah Valentine. We welcome and encourage you to contribute to their ongoing support.

Benevolence Fund:Donations may be made to this fund throughout the year, and are mainly used to support families in need of help with rent and utilities payments.

Donations to the church are being made online atwww.allsaintsbloomington.organd by U.S mail. Many thanks to all who continue supporting All Saints.

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