Hello
Family & Friends of
The Greek Orthodox Church of St. Demetrios
Elmhurst, IL

Happy Father's Day!

June 20, 2021
8th Sunday of Pascha - Sunday of Pentecost

Epistle Reading (6/20/2021): Acts of the Apostles 2:1-11
Gospel Reading (6/20/2021): Saint John 7:37-52: 8:12
Vespers will be held at the Chapel of St. John the Baptist
at Arlington Cemetery on
Wednesday, June 23rd at 7:00pm.

On Thursday, June 24th, the Nativity of St John the Baptist
Orthros at 8:00am and Divine Liturgy at 9:00am
at the Chapel again.
"The herald of the Sun, the Forerunner" was John the Baptist, who was like the morning star that announces the rising of the Sun of Righteousness in the East.
St. John of Shanghai
Memorials      
With the Saints give rest, O Christ, to the soul of Your servant where there is no pain,
nor sorrow, nor suffering; but life everlasting.
 Μετά των Αγίων ανάπαυσον, Χριστέ, τας ψυχάς των δούλων,
ένθα ουκ έστι πόνος, ου λύπη, ου στεναγμός, αλλά ζωή ατελεύτητος.

 
St. Demetrios Parish Information

 This Week at St. Demetrios

Saturday, June 19th
Saturday of Souls
Όρθρος, 8π.μ. / Orthros, 8a.m.
Θεία Λειτουργία, 9:00π.μ. / Divine Liturgy, 9:00a.m.

Sunday, June 20th
8th SUNDAY OF PASCHA ~ PENTECOST
Όρθρος, 8π.μ. / Orthros, 8a.m.
Θεία Λειτουργία, 9:30π.μ. / Divine Liturgy, 9:30a.m.
Happy Father's Day!


Monday, June 21st
Monday of the Holy Spirit
No Programs or Activities Scheduled

Tuesday, June 22nd
No Programs or Activities Scheduled

Wednesday, June 23rd
Vesper Service at St. John the Baptist Chapel 7:00pm
Arlington Cemetery, Elmhurst

Thursday, June 24th
Nativity of the Forerunner St. John the Baptist
Όρθρος, 8π.μ. / Orthros, 8a.m.
Θεία Λειτουργία, 9:00π.μ. / Divine Liturgy, 9:00a.m.
At St. John the Baptist Chapel, Arlington Cemetery, Elmhurst

Friday, June 25th
No Activities or Programs Scheduled

Saturday, June 26th
The Apodosis of Holy Pentecost
No Activities or Programs Scheduled

Sunday, June 27th
SUNDAY OF ALL SAINTS
ΚΥΡΙΑΚΗ ΤΩΝ ΑΓΙΩΝ ΠΑΝΤΩΝ
Όρθρος, 8π.μ. / Orthros, 8a.m.
Θεία Λειτουργία, 9:30π.μ. / Divine Liturgy, 9:30a.m.

Wednesday June 30th
Synaxis of the Holy Apostles
Όρθρος, 8π.μ. / Orthros, 8a.m.
Θεία Λειτουργία, 9:00π.μ. / Divine Liturgy, 9:00a.m.
Email for Fr. Dionysios: paterdionysio@gmail.com
Sacraments This Week

Baptism
“All who have been baptized into Christ, Have put on Christ. Alleluia.”
We welcome into the Greek Orthodox Faith,  
 


Church Office Hours

Monday-Friday: 9a.m.-3p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: Closed

Due to staffing shortage in the office please call first before visiting. 630-834-7010
2021 Stewardship of
The Greek Orthodox Church of St. Demetrios

Stewardship as of Friday, June 4th 351 Stewards
Text Thomaie Hilaris with any questions about the
Prison Outreach Project.
Please drop off your Baby Bottles for the Martha and Mary Maternity House by Sunday June 20th.

Job Opening for Office Manager
at St. Demetrios

The Office Manager is responsible for an efficient operation of the church office, including the coordination of all clerical activities and facility operations.
 
Key responsibilities include:

1. Handle church correspondence
2. Preparation of weekly e-bulletin
3. Secretarial support to pastoral staff and Parish Council
4. Maintenance of office files
5. Oversee and manage distribution of keys to personnel
6. Distribute and handle incoming mail
7. Receive visitors to office and respond to their needs
8. Handle incoming calls and respond to messages

Please contact Mr. Anthony Louras (aclouras@gmail.com) or Fr. Dionysios (paterdionysio@gmail.com) for more information.
PYTHAGORAS CHILDREN'S ACADEMY
We are Hiring!

Pythagoras Children's Academy is hiring
for the 2021-22 school year!


or contact Staci Tagaris Ward at atagaris@pythagoraschildrensacademy.org



Pythagoras Greek School is hiring for the
2021-22 school year!

We are looking for a qualified experienced teacher to instruct
the Ellinomatheia program on Saturdays.
In addition we are in need of a teacher's assistant for the
PGS & PSGS program.

Please send your resumes to:
or call the Director, Ms. Demetra Neofotistos at 630-853-6973.
 
PYTHAGORAS GREEK SCHOOL ENROLLMENT FOR FALL 2021/2022

Pythagoras Greek School enrollment for FALL 2021--22 classes has officially begun.
We will be offering both Monday/Wednesday and Saturday programs on-site this fall. 
Classes offered are Kindergarten, 1st - 6th grade and Ellinomatheia (Saturday only).

Our first day of classes: PGS September 8th and PSGS September 11th. 

If you are a new family or enrolling a new younger sibling to our school
follow the link below to register.

If you are a returning family, be on the lookout for an email from Pythagoras through TADS. If you have any questions about this process please do not hesitate to contact us at pythagorasgreekschool@gmail.com.

For any additional questions about this program please contact the Director,
Ms. Demetra Malamis-Neofotistos at 630-853-6973.

Thank you and have a nice summer!! 
We look forward to seeing you in the fall!!
Athletics Update
2020-2021
GOAL
Athletic Season
2020-21 GOAL season has come to an end. 
SDE Spartans would like to thank all the parents, family,
and friends for all their support. 
A special thank you to Fr. Dionysios & Fr. Kosmas
for their support and guidance.

A very well deserved congratulations to all the players for a successful year.

  • Grade School (7th-8th grade) Basketball - 2020-21 Champions (Back to Back)
  • Jr. Olympics 7-9 year old Soccer GOLD Medal
  • Jr. Olympics 7-10 year old co-ed Basketball GOLD Medal
  • Jr. Olympics 13-18 year old co-ed Softball GOLD Medal
  • Jr. Olympics 11-13 year old co-ed Basketball SILVER Medal
  • Jr. Olympics 13-18 year old Girls Volleyball SILVER Medal

Looking forward to 2021-22. Have a great summer. 
Contact us at SDE.Spartans@gmail.com
Saint Demetrios Parish Bookstore

Thinking about graduation,
wedding or baby gifts?
Don't forget your Parish Bookstore! 

We have many beautiful items in our bookstore for you to chose from, including books and icons, and religious favors for weddings or baptisms.

Please contact Mrs. Kekatos at tkekatos@hotmail.com or 708.373.5614 for inquiries, to place your order and/or arrange a time for pick up. Exact cash, check or credit card is required for payment. Thank you!
Dear Parishioners of Saint Demetrios Elmhurst,

Attached are the May 2021 Financial Results passed at our most recent PC meeting.
Please review and contact the office with any questions.

Sincerely,

Dominick Vassos
PC Treasurer 

The Greek Orthodox Church of St. Demetrios
ONLINE GIVING
Have you visited our Online Giving page
found on our parish website?
Here you can contribute towards
"Light a Vigil Candle" and more.
Your Church Office of The Greek Orthodox Church of St. Demetrios
Elmhurst, IL
630.834.7010
The Greek Orthodox Church of St. Demetrios - Elmhurst, IL