Parish News
October 4, 2026
18th Sunday after Pentecost
TO OUR VISITORS
Welcome! We hope your time with us is healing and worshipful. Please note that, although we have much respect for other Christian traditions, Holy Communion is reserved for properly prepared members of the Orthodox Church. Everyone is invited to partake of the blessed bread after the conclusion of the Liturgy. May God’s blessing be upon you!
Hymns in Today’s Liturgy
Resurrectional Apolytikion (Tone 1)
When the stone had been sealed by the Jews, and the soldiers were guarding Thine immaculate body, Thou didst arise on the third day, O Saviour, granting the life unto the world. Wherefore, the powers of the heavens cried out to Thee, O Life-giver: Glory to Thy Resurrection, O Christ. Glory to Thy Kingdom, Glory to Thy dispensation, O only Friend of man.
Apolytikion of St. Mary of Egypt (Tone 8) Through thee, the divine likeness was securely preserved, O mother Mary; for thou didst carry the cross and follow Christ. By example and precept, thou didst teach us to ignore the body because it is perishable and to attend to the concerns of the undying soul, Therefore, doth thy soul rejoice with the angels.
Ordinary Kontakion ( Tone 2)
O protection of Christians that cannot be put to shame, mediation unto the Creator most constant, O despise not the suppliant voices of those who have sinned; but be thou quick, O good one, to come unto our aid, who in faith cry unto thee: Hasten to intercession, and speed thou to make supplication, thou who dost ever protect, O Theotokos, them that honor thee.
THE EPISTLE
II Corinthians 9:6–11
Brethren, he who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. Each one must do as he has made up his mind, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to provide you with every blessing in abundance, so that you may always have enough of everything and may provide in abundance for every good work. As it is written, “He scatters abroad, he gives to the poor; his righteousness endures forever.” He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will supply and multiply your resources and increase the harvest of your righteousness. You will be enriched in every way for great generosity, which through us will produce thanksgiving to God.
THE GOSPEL
Luke 6:31–36
The Lord said: “As you wish that men would do to you, do so to them. If you love those who love you, what credit is that to you? For even sinners love those who love them. And if you do good to those who do good to you, what credit is that to you? For even sinners do the same. And if you lend to those from whom you hope to receive, what credit is that to you? Even sinners lend to sinners, to receive as much again. But love your enemies, and do good, and lend, expecting nothing in return; and your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High; for He is kind to the ungrateful and the selfish. Be merciful, even as your Father is merciful.”
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UPCOMING AT ST MARY OF EGYPT
Saturday
Festival on Fairfax 11:00 @ All Saints
Baby Sprinkle for Morgan 14:00 @ Beavens'
Vespers & Mortgage Burning Dinner 12:00 @ St. George, Fishers
Sunday
Setup 08:30 @ Friedens
Orthos & Divine Liturgy 09:00 @ Friedens
Fellowship 11:15 @ Friedens
Ladies of St. Mary 11:30 @ Friedens
Fall Family Fun 11:45 @ Friedens
Takedown 12:45@ Friedens
Tuesday
Columbus Orthodox Fellowship 18:00 @ Columbus, IN
Catechesis / Adult Education 19:00 @ Scotts'
Wednesday
Book Study 19:00 @ Google Meet
Byzantine Chant Class @ Joy of All Who Sorrow
Thursday
Indy Orthodox Homeschool Co-Op 10:45 " St. George, Fishers
Saturday
Orthros, Consecration, & Divine Liturgy 08:50 @ St. George, Fishers
Sunday
Setup 08:30 @ Friedens
Orthos & Divine Liturgy 09:00 @ Friedens
Fellowship 11:15 @ Friedens
Christian Education 11:45 @ Friedens
Takedown 12:45 @ Friedens
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On the Road: We are now meeting on Sundays in Hayden Hall at:
Friedens United Church of Christ
8300 S Meridian St
Indianapolis, IN 46217
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for Orthros and Divine Liturgy at our normally scheduled time of 09:00. Please arrive at 08:30 to help set up.
Our mailing address is:
St. Mary of Egypt Orthodox Church
480 N Town Center Rd PMB 210
Mooresville, IN 46158-1379
Parish T-shirts: If you don't already have an official St. Mary of Egypt parish t-shirt, now's the time to get one for only $20. These shirts are great to wear to parish events, to other parishes' festivals, or just about anywhere! They're available in sizes from S to 3XL, so please let Barry know how many you want.
Baby Sprinkle for Morgan: There will be a baby sprinkle for Morgan Beaven on Saturday, 2026‑10‑03 14:00–16:00 at her house in Martinsville. She needs boy clothes, diapers, and wipes. Please register here to attend.
VanScoy-Hill Wedding: Their wedding registry may be found here on Amazon. They're also hoping for contributions towards purchasing The Orthodox Study Bible Companion.
Profile Photos and Information: Please be sure to upload a current photo and check your information in Realm to be sure that it's correct; if it's not and you need assistance updating it, please contact Fr. Peter.
Giving: Giving in Realm has now been implemented. There are presently three ways to give via Realm:
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Log into Realm and select “Giving”
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Visit https://onrealm.org/StMaryEgyptOrth/Give in your browser
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Text STMARYINDY to 73256, followed by your gift amount, to give online through text.*.
At present, we have 1 person who has received Realm invitations who has yet to respond. If you have not yet received a Realm invitation or have misplaced yours, please contact Fr. Peter. If you need help signing in or have general questions, please contact Jason.
**Standard text message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. Text HELP to 73256 for help. Text STOP to 73256 to cancel.
Building Program: We have signed an agreement with Northpointe Engineering & Surveying for $34,000 to obtain easements for sewage, water, stormwater drainage, and road expansion. More updates will be issued as work progresses.
Fellowship Hour: This week, group A (led by Amal Hanania) will oversee Fellowship Hour; next week, group B (led by Bobbi Cornelius) will oversee Fellowship Hour.
We need more volunteers to help with Fellowship Hour! If you are not currently in a provider group and would like to join, please contact Amal. If you’d like to bring something one Sunday, please feel free!
Please also remember that, as guests of Friedens UCC, we do not currently have the use of a kitchen so everything we bring in must be taken out when we leave. We must also be finished in plenty of time to clean up and take down so that we are out of the building by 13:00 sharp.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Canned Food: We are continuing to collect low salt and low sugar canned goods for Johnson County Senior Services. At this time, they are also in need of instant potatoes, spaghetti sauce, cereal (all kinds), soup beans (like pinto and navy), and boxes of mac and cheese. Please contact Kathy Herkamp for more information.
Hair Styling: Morgan Beaven is a professional hair stylist who is willing to offer a discount for her services, especially to our senior ladies who have trouble getting out and about. Please contact Morgan for more information.
Benevolence: Dallas Hill's brother-in-law, Mike, has suffered some serious medical setbacks; as a result, he and Stacy, Dallas' sister, are struggling financially. If you would like to donate towards this cause, please contribute here.
DATES TO REMEMBER
2–4 Oct Connect Conference Mundelein, IL
3 Oct Baby Sprinkle for Morgan Martinsville, IN
3 Oct Festival on Fairfax All Saints, Bloomington
4 Oct Fall Family Fun Friedens UCC
8–11 Oct Centennial Celebration
10 Oct Emmaus Retreat Martinsville, IN
20–23 Oct Midwest Clergy Synaxis Brown County State Park
22–25 Oct Youth & Young Adult Ministry Summit Antiochian Village
24 Oct VanScoy-Hill Wedding Holy Trinity
6–7 Nov Doxacon Prime 2026 Washington, DC
6–8 Nov Midwest Basketball Tournament Canton, OH
6–8 Nov Orthodox Christian Laity Conference Washington, DC
7 Nov Men's Retreat St. George, Fishers
12–15 Nov Ancient Faith Women's Retreat Antiochian Village
4–5 Dec Christmas Market Joy of All Who Sorrow
2027
25–28 Feb Ancient Faith Singles' Retreat (30+) Antiochian Village
19–25 Jul 2027 Archdiocesan Convention Riverside, CA
PARISH PRAYER REQUESTS
Living: Metr. Nicholas, Archimandrite Sergius (10‑26), Archpriest Athanasius, Archpriest David (10‑26), Archpriest James, Archpriest Petar, Archpriest Philip, Archpriest Zachariah, Dcn. Lucian, Sdn. Alexander, Aaron (10‑28), Abraham, Alexander, Amira, Anastasia & child (02‑19), Anthony (10‑15), Brian (11‑01), Caitlin (10‑15), Christian (10‑04), Christina & child (11‑01), Chuck (11‑02), Elen, Elena, Evgueni, Hannah (10‑15), Hannah, Ioanna, Janice (10‑24), Jay (10‑18), Jennifer (10‑05), Judy, Kelly, Landon (10‑09), Lee, Lynn, Lynn, Micaiah & child (12‑24), Michael (10‑24), Mike (10‑24), Morgan & child (12‑15), Nathan, Nikolai, Paisley (10‑15), Rachel & child (11‑15), Riker (10‑31), Selena (10‑05), Stacy (10‑24), Tom (10‑20)
Departed: Priest Jerome (10‑14), Jane (10‑08), Don (10‑10), Adele (10‑18), Sheila (10‑21), Robert (10‑27), Debra (11‑05), Thomas (1993), Carol (2025)
Please, notify Fr. Peter of any new prayer requests by Wednesday for inclusion in the bulletin.
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SYNAXARION
On October 4, in the Holy Orthodox Church, we commemorate the Hieromartyr Hierotheos, bishop of Athens.
Of old Hierotheos to Thee was consecrated;
Now gone hence, O Word, he hath to Thee been united.
On the fourth dawn, the grave covered Hierotheos.
He was a friend of Dionysios the Areopagite, and received the Christian faith from the Apostle Paul a little after Dionysios. This Apostle later made Hierotheos the first bishop of Athens. At the time of the Dormition of the most holy Mother of God, Hierotheos arrived in Jerusalem, carried by the clouds, and took part in the funeral. With his divine singing, he brought heartfelt joy to many and showed himself to be greatly inspired. He labored greatly for the sake of the Gospel, brought many pagans to the truth, governed his flock well and finally ended a martyr for Christ in the first century.
On this day, we also commemorate the Hieromartyr Peter of Capitolia in Syria; and Martyrs Domnina and her daughters of Syria. By the intercessions of thy saints, O Christ God, have mercy on us. Amen.