Sunday of the Myrrh-bearing Women

Vigil Vesper Liturgy of St. Jophn ChrysostomMay 4, 2019

Begins on pg. 104 in the Green Book: “Christ is Risen!” p. 164 Psalm 140 Tone 2 p. 128, or hand-out Vespers Hymns Tone 2 p. 129, or hand-out Doxasticon – “Glory,” and “Now and ever …” Tone 2 p. 130, or hand-out Troparion of Myrrh-bearers Sunday pp. 178-179 Kontakion of Myrrh-bearers Sunday p. 179 Prokeimenon of Myrrh-bearers Sunday Tone 6 p. 180 Alleluia of Myrrh-bearers Sunday Tone 8 p. 180 “Holy, holy, holy …” A p. 56 Amen p. 58 “We praise you …” p. 58 Instead of “It is truly proper …” p. 167 Paschal “Our Father” pp. 167-168 Communion Hymns pp. 167-168, and 78-81 Instead of “We have seen the true light …” p. 164 Instead of “Glory to the Father …” p. 170

Divine Liturgy of St. John ChrysostomMay 5, 2019

“Christ is Risen!” p. 164 1st and 2nd Antiphons pp. 14-16 3rd Antiphon p. 22 Troparion of Myrrh-bearers Sunday pp. 178-179 Kontakion of Myrrh-bearers Sunday p. 179 Prokeimenon of Myrrh-beares Sunday Prokeimenon of Myrrh-bearers Sunday Tone 6 p. 180 Alleluia of Myrrh-bearers Sunday Tone 8 p. 180 “Holy, holy, holy …” A p. 56 Amen p. 58 “We praise you …” p. 58 Instead of “It is truly proper …” p. 167 Paschal “Our Father” pp. 167-168 Communion Hymns pp. 167-168, and 78-81 Instead of “We have seen the true light …” p. 164 Instead of “Glory to the Father …” p. 170

EPISTLE (ACTS 6: 1-7)

At that time, as the number of disciples continued to grow, the Hellenists complained against the Hebrews because their widows were being neglected in the daily distribution. So the Twelve called together the community of the disciples and said, “It is not right for us to neglect the word of God to serve at table. Brothers, select from among you seven reputable men, filled with the Spirit and wisdom, whom we shall appoint to this task, 4whereas we shall devote ourselves to prayer and to the ministry of the word.” The proposal was acceptable to the whole community, so they chose Stephen, a man filled with faith and the holy Spirit, also Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon, Par-menas, and Nicholas of Antioch, a convert to Judaism. They presented these men to the apostles who prayed and laid hands on them. The word of God continued to spread, and the number of the disciples in Jerusalem increased greatly; even a large group of priests were becoming obedient to the faith.

GOSPEL OF THE MYRRH-BEARING WOMEN (MARK 15:43-16:8)

Joseph of Arimathea, a distinguished member of the council, who was himself awaiting the king-dom of God, came and courageously went to Pilate and asked for the body of Jesus. Pilate was amazed that he was already dead. He summoned the centurion and asked him if Jesus had already died. And when he learned of it from the centurion, he gave the body to Joseph. Having bought a linen cloth, he took him down, wrapped him in the linen cloth and laid him in a tomb that had been hewn out of the rock. Then he rolled a stone against the entrance to the tomb. Mary Magda-lene and Mary the mother of Joses watched where he was laid.

When the sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, Mary, the mother of James, and Salome bought spices so that they might go and anoint him. Very early when the sun had risen, on the first day of the week, they came to the tomb. They were saying to one another, “Who will roll back the stone for us from the entrance to the tomb?” When they looked up, they saw that the stone had been rolled back; it was very large. 5On entering the tomb they saw a young man sitting on the right side, clothed in a white robe, and they were utterly amazed. He said to them, “Do not be amazed! You seek Jesus of Nazareth, the crucified. He has been raised; he is not here. Behold, the place where they laid him. But go and tell his disciples and Peter, ‘He is going before you to Galilee; there you will see him, as he told you. Then they went out and fled from the tomb, seized with trembling and bewilderment. They said nothing to anyone, for they were afraid.

This Week’s Liturgical Schedule – Come pray with us!

Sun. 5/5Sat. 5/4Sat. 4:00 PMSun. 8:00 AMSun. 9:00 AM

Mon. 5/69:00 AM12:00 PM

Tues. 5/79:00 AM12:00 PM

Wed. 5/8 9:00 AM12:00 PM

Thurs. 5/9

Fri. 5/109:00 AM12:00 PM

Sat. 5/1111:30 AM3:00 PM

Sun. 5/12Sat. 4:00 PMSun. 8:00 AMSun 8:45 AMSun. 9:00 AM

Sunday – OF THE MYRRH-BEARING WOMEN - pg. 177-180 Vigil Vesper Liturgy –Confessions at 3:00 PMIntention Parishoners of Saint Stephen CathedralConfessions heardDivine Liturgy - + Don Allison, by Kathleen CervantesParish Potluck & Annual ECF picnic for students – St. Stephen HallJob Venerable - pg. 376-377Divine Liturgy – + Umberto & Rita Aceves, by K. A. S.6th Hour

Appearance of the Cross- pg. 360-363Divine Liturgy – + Fr. Doug Lorig, by K.A.S.6th Hour

John Apostle and Evangelist – pg. 368Divine Liturgy – + John Mottet, by Karen Ratliff6th Hour

NO Liturgy

Translation of the Relics of Nicholas of Myra BishopSimon the Zealot Apostle - pg. 368Divine Liturgy – Mary Rabada - Family6th Hour

Cyril & Methodias Apostles to the Slavs - pg. 370-372Mother’s Day TeaConfessions

Sunday of the Paralytic Man – pg. 181-183Vigil Divine Liturgy – Mark Papke (living), by Diane PapkeConfessionsBaptism of the Benjamin Molina Divine Liturgy – Intentions Parishoners of St. Stephen Cathedral

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Fr. DiodoroBishop John

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Fr. David

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Fr. Diodoro

Bishop John

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Prayer intentions for this week . . .Special Intentions: Noa Lee Chapa, Ted Bronson, Erwin Armada, Barbara Dugan, Helen Furka, Vincent Rice, McCarthy Family, Marti Lopez, Kathleen Linkowsky, Betty Geletey, Rich-ard Gable, Robert King, Ann Ryan, Chris Faix, Robyn Foy, Elaine Browne, Mark Chapa, Michael Chapa. Baby Micah Lombardi, Dalton, Tatum & Anthony.

May the Lord rest His healing hand on His servants and hear their requests: Fr. Anthony Hernandez, Benjamin Francis Molina, Teresa Blanc, Victor Ely, Daniel Andrews, Me-gan Molina, Michael White, Gabriella Reagan, Mary Rabayda, Ana Ruiz, Jane Walsh, Dorothy Dumnich, Richard Reese, Chris Balsz, Carlene Eneroth, Nancy Sandrock, Bob Dugan, Cathy Milko, Clementina Mendoza, Dan Palaschak, Michael Sherwood, Liz Kol, Nicholas Toth, Nicho-las Oprendek, Dennis Milko, Karen Kol, Gabriel Papke, Kari Hill, Sandy Meyer, Rita Chokan, Nicholas Lewak, Rebecca Braskie, Albina Tesoniero, Elizabeth Petrus, Fr. Basil Hutsko and Fr. Joe Hutsko.

We’re all in this together: 2019 EPARCHIAL APPEAL

The 2019 Appeal for the Eparchy of Phoenix has begun, and by now you all have received your pledge forms and information about the various options for donating: cash, checks, credit cards and online donations. We are asking each household to donate $300.00, but of course larger amounts are welcome. Your generosity to the Eparchial Appeal not only helps to solidify us as a parish, but also as an eparchy. Much can be accomplished by our Eparchy of Phoenix because of your generosity and commitment to this annual appeal. Our parish goal is $35,475.00, and thus far we have received $23,502.00 in contributions – this is 58.00% of our goal to date.

ATTENDANCE AND COLLECTIONS Analysis – APRIL 27 - 28, 2019

Sat. 4:00 PM 12 + Sun. 9:00 AM 112= a Total Weekend Attendance of: 124

Tithes: $1,091.00- Easter $70.00 – Catholic Hm Missions $15.00 – Prst Med Ins Cllctn $ 25.00 –Gift Shop $158.00 - Offerings via Credit Card: $390.00- Offerings via Postal Mail: $325.00Candles: $58.98 - Eparchial Appeal: $300.00 - Sunday Social: $41.00 – Bake Sale $41.00Total Collection: $1499.98 (excludes Eparchial Appeal)

“For where your treasure is, there will your heart lie also.” Mt 6:21

Our Main Candles are lit this week for:

Eternal Lamp: Sidun Family Resurrection: Linda True

Our Tetrapod Candles are lit this week for:

Theotokos Icon Side: Mary Rabayda Christ Icon Side: John Bacha Please don’t forget to pay for your Easter Basket Candles and Basket Cover Linens. There are a few who have not paid for them yet. This is a friendly reminder. Thank you!

JUNE 28-30, 2019 – Madonna Retreat Center – A Retreat Experience for girls, teens and women sponsored by The Eparchy of Phoenix. To Register; www.ephx.org and select Myrrh Bearers Retreat to make your payment.Questions? Call 505-720-8012 or email: Pani Janet at: escobedo7174@msn.com

Happy Birthday to our parishioners: May 5–Nathan Guidino May 15 – John Danovich May 23 – Daylin Kinyon May 20 Juan IV May 30th – Evangeline Roberts

Happy Anniversary to: May 24 – John and Marti Grimes

FISH FRY OVERSTOCK – FROM OUR FISH FRYAvailable: 5 Cases of of cod (frozen): 20-8 oz. pcs. - $50.00 Per case OR cod fillets may be purchased by the piece - $2.50 per fillet. 2 pkgs. New England clam chowder-$15.00 a pkg.

A BIG THANK YOU TO ALL WHO VOLUNTEERED FOR THE FISH FRY! Your hard work & dedication have made this year’s Fish Fry a wonderful success. The Fish Fry’s are an important fundraiser for the parish, and with you they could not happen.I would also like to extend a Special Thank you to our halushki makers, Joe & Marsha Dudik. This year the halushki was exceptional as stated by many and enjoyed by all. Thank you for using one of your many talents for your church. - Dolores Sugent

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SUNDAY OF THE MYRRH-BEARING SAVE THE DATE!

Women’s Group: Monday, May 13 & May 27th Jesus Prayer at 5:30 PM & discussion at 6:00 PM.

Men’s Group: Tuesday, May 14 & 28 Jesus Prayer at 6:30 PM, with meetings following in the rectory.

Mother’s Day Tea – May 11, 2019, Saturday, 11:30 AM – 1:00 pm. Call Joanie for more information: 602-920-0607.

ECF Classes: May 19th.Convocation of Eparchial Clergy: June 10th -13th at St. Stephen Cathedral,

Phoenix, Arizona.

Myrrhbearers Retreat for girls and teens (7-17) and women (18+) June 28th -30th at Maddona Center, Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Alive in Christ (retreat for youths): July 11th -14th in the area of Seattle, Washington.

Annual Spiritual Retreat for Eparchial Clergy: October 21st – 25th at the Franciscan Renewal Center.

The Myrrh-Bearing Women

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SUNDAY OF THE MYRRH-BEARING WOMEN May 5, 2019 Christ is Risen! Indeed He is Risen! Welcome to Saint Stephen Byzantine Catholic Cathedral. We are delighted that you have come to pray with us. Our Church follows the teachings of Jesus Christ as found in the Gospel, and passed on to us through the teachings of the Holy Apostles and Holy Tradition. We are in communion with His Holiness, Pope Francis, the Bishop of Rome. Saint Stephen’s Byzantine Catholic Cathedral8141 North 16th Street, Front Sunday Divine LiturgyPhoenix, Arizona 85020-3950 Saturday 4:00 PM Weekday ServicesOffice: 602.943.5379 Fax 602.997.4093 Sunday 9:00 AM See BulletinWebsite www.stsbcc.org onfessions: Sat. 3:00- 3:45 PM & Sun. 8:00 - 8:45 AMServed by: His Grace, Most Rev. John S. Pazak, C.Ss.R., Bishop

His Grace, Most Rev. Gerald N. Dino, S.E.O.D., Bishop EmeritusVery Rev. Diodoro Mendoza, Rector – rector@ephx.org

Msgr. Kevin McAuliffe - In Residence Very Rev. Archpriest David M. Petras, Retired

Deacon John Montalvo - Deacon James Danovich - Deacon Adam Lowe – Subdeacon Paul Kilroy

Parish Advisory Council Served by: Parish Finance Council Served by:Peyton Becktold Jennifer Hetrick Mary Beth Foster Julie Pete Karen Ratliff Nicholas Stefaniak IIIJessica Kostyun Joanie Mahar Basil Rabayda Ann Zlamal Dolores Sugent John Surmay