A parish of the Orthodox Church in America
A parish of the Diocese of the West of the Orthodox Church in America, Portland, Oregon
This Weekend
2nd SUNDAY OF PASCHA, April 27, 2025
Thomas Sunday — Some icons depicting this event are inscribed “The Doubting Thomas.” This is incorrect. In Greek, the inscription reads, “The Touching of Thomas.” The Slavonic inscription is, “The Belief of Thomas.” When Saint Thomas touched the Life-giving side of the Lord, he no longer had any doubts.
This day is also known as “Antipascha.” This does not mean “opposed to Pascha,” but “in place of Pascha.” Beginning with this first Sunday after Pascha, the Church dedicates every Sunday of the year to the Lord’s Resurrection. Sunday is called “Resurrection” in Russian, and “the Lord’s Day” in Greek.
Scripture readings:Acts 5:12-20; John 20:19-31
Commemorated feasts and saints: St. Thomas Sunday. Hieromartyr Simeon, kinsman of the Lord, second Bishop of Jerusalem (107). Ven. Stephen, Abbot of the Kiev Caves and Bishop of Vladimir in Volyn’ (1094). St. Eulogius the Hospitable, of Constantinople (4th c.). The Burning of St. Sava’s relics (13th c.).
Regular weekly schedule*
Saturday
6 p.m. Great Vespers
Sunday
8:30 a.m. Matins
9:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy
Thursday
9:10 a.m. Hours and Divine Liturgy
Confessions are heard after Great Vespers on Saturdays or by appointment during the week.
*This is the usual schedule. Check the calendar for changes.
Bible Study
Bible study every Tuesday evening at 7 p.m.
Church School
Church School for children 6–13 is now in session. Classes for middle- and high-school students meet the first three Sundays every month.
Charities
Continuous Food Drive. Supporting the Oregon Food Bank. Food can be dropped off on the brown shelves downstairs in the hall. This month’s food-drive theme is flour and sugar.
Diocesan Lenten Charity Appeal
His Eminence Archbishop BENJAMIN has designated the 2025 Lenten Appeal for the Diocese of Alaska and asked that all parishes of the Diocese of the West participate. For the last few years, we have been alternating between the Diocese of Alaska and the Diocese of Mexico in our Lenten Appeal. Their needs are very great.
For last year’s appeal, our parish raised around $15,000 for the Diocese of Mexico. Thank you for your generosity!
Opportunities for Spiritual Growth
Inquirers’ Class
Inquirers’ classes have begun. Speak with or email Fr. John if you’re interested.
Morning Prayer (Zoom)
Every weekday we offer a short (15- to 20-minute) morning prayer by Zoom. This is a great way to start the day together with fellow Orthodox Christians. We meet at 8:15 a.m. Everyone is welcome to join!
To join the meeting, please follow the link: Join Zoom Morning Prayer
Zoom Meeting ID: 850 3708 1187
Passcode: 009791
Russian Bible Study / Discussion Group (Zoom)
For Russian-speaking people, we offer a weekly evening Bible Study/Discussion Group Thursdays at 7 p.m. If you would like to participate in the group, please contact Dn. Igor Beskorovaynyy
Russian-Language Divine Liturgy
Russian-language Divine Liturgy happens the third Sunday of the month at Annunciation Church in Milwaukie. See the Annunciation Church calendar for detailed information.
Schedule Highlights
- Monday, April 21 — Bright Monday. Divine Liturgy 9:20 a.m.
- Tuesday, April 22 — Feast Day of St. George. Evening Orthros and Liturgy at St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church, 2101 NE 162nd Ave., Portland
- Friday, April 25 — Bright Friday. Divine Liturgy 9:10 a.m.
- Saturday, April 26 — Great Vespers 6 p.m.
- Sunday, April 27 — St. Thomas Sunday. Matins 8:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy 9:30 a.m.
- Tuesday, April 29 — Great Vespers 6 p.m.
- Wednesday, April 30 — Holy Apostle James. Hours and Liturgy 9:10 a.m.
- Saturday, May 3 — Great Vespers 6 p.m.
- Sunday, May 4 — Matins 8:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy 9:30 a.m.
Confessions are heard after Great Vespers on Saturdays or by appointment during the week.
See the online calendar for further details.