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Greek Orthodox Archdiocese E-Bulletin November 17, 2006
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WEBSITE ON PATRIARCHAL RECEPTION OF POPE BENEDICT XVI: On November 29-30 His All Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew will receive Pope Benedict XVI at the Ecumenical Patriarchate in Istanbul. For information and news on this historic event, related multimedia, press information, and more visit the official Patriarchal website at
FEAST OF THE ENTRANCE OF THE THEOTOKOS: On November 21 the Church commemorates the entrance of the Virgin Mary into the Temple. The Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple signifies her total dedication to God and her readiness for her future vocation as the Mother of the Incarnate Lord. Read more about this feast, view the icon, and listen to the hymns on the special website
http://www.goarch.org/en/special/listen_learn_share/vmpresentation/learn/
THE CHILDRENâ??S BIBLE READER : This publication is coordinated by the Archdiocese, the Metropolis of Detroit, the American Bible Society and the Greek Bible Society. The Childrenâ??s Bible Reader is a new and breathtakingly beautiful arrangement of classic Bible stories from the Old and New Testaments. Carefully translated from the Greek, the stories are enhanced by original art that mirrors ancient Byzantine iconography from the earliest centuries of Christianity. These traditional stories are retold in age-appropriate language while retaining the timeless lessons of the Bible. This volume is destined to become any childâ??s favorite Bible storybook! The Reader can be ordered through
http://www.orthodoxmarketplace.com
NATIONAL ORTHODOX RADIO PROGRAM: Come Receive The Light (CRTL) program for the week of 11/18/2006 will be "Advanced Technology & Mobile Pornography" with Theo Nicolakis, Rick Schatz, & Jack Samad as our guests. Programs are subject to change; please visit our web site for more information on CRTL programs, featured segments, and to subscribe to our e-newsletter.
2007 STEWARDSHIP MATERIALS AVAILABLE: Resources for your parishâ??s 2007 Stewardship Campaign are now available online. The theme is â??The Miracle of the Loaves and the Fish.â?? Visit the site for forms, sermons, PowerPoint presentations, and much more.
http://www.goarch.org/en/archdiocese/departments/stewardship/campaigns.asp
RESERVE GREETINGS IN OBSERVER DECEMBER ISSUE: The December issue of the ORTHODOX OBSERVER will include a Christmas and New Yearâ??s greeting section. Include a personal message from you, your community or organization celebrating the occasion of our Lordâ??s Holy Birth and the beginning of a New Year. Your participation will assist the Archdiocese in covering the publication costs of the ORTHODOX OBSERVER. Contact Steve Hantzarides at 212-774-0230, shantzarides@goarch.org, for more information.
NEW CHILDRENS' BIBLE AVAILABLE FROM THE DEPT. OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: "The Bible for Young People" is now available for children, ages pre-K to 14! Translated from the original Greek by Fr. Spencer Kezios, this beautifully illustrated Bible contains stories for young readers from both the Old and the New Testament. The stories, theologically Orthodox, are written in a fascinating style that will keep the interest of the very young, to whom they can be read, or for those up to age 14. A great addition to any Orthodox parish or childrenâ??s home library! Hardcover, 162 pages, $17.50. Please call the Department of Religious Education at 800-566-1088 to place orders.
http://www.goarch.org/en/archdiocese/departments/religioused/
NEW ORATORICAL FESTIVAL RESOURCES: The Department of Religious Education has posted the 2007 St. John Chrysostom Oratorical Festival Topics. Visit the website to download the topics and festival manual so that you can plan for your parish oratorical festival. (Topic Tips and Bibliography will be available soon.)
http://www.goarch.org/en/archdiocese/departments/religioused/sjcof.asp
ORDER THE 2006-07 PLANNER: Orders are now being taken for the 2006-07 Planner published by the Dept. of Youth and Young Adult Ministries. The Planner is available in both book and PDA formats and includes daily scripture readings, Saints, prayers, readings from the Fathers and much more. Download an order form at
http://www.goarch.org/en/archdiocese/departments/youth/