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
30th SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST, January 19, 2025
Saint Macarius the Great of Egypt was born in the early fourth century in the village of Ptinapor in Egypt. At the wish of his parents he entered into marriage, but was soon widowed. After he buried his wife, Macarius told himself, “Take heed, Macarius, and have care for your soul. It is fitting that you forsake worldly life.”
When he was accused of seducing a woman, although he was innocent, he accepted the criticism and abuse and sent money he made making baskets to the woman to support her. She later confessed to her slander. He became a disciple of St. Anthony the Great.
He worked many healings and received throngs of visitors asking for his help, advice, or prayers.
He was persecuted under the reign of the Arian emperor Valens (364-378) by the followers of the Arian bishop Lucius. he was sent to an island where only pagans lived. By the prayers of the saints, all the inhabitants of the island were baptized. When he heard what had happened, the Arian bishop feared an uprising and permitted the Elders to return to their monasteries.
He died at the age of ninety.
The miracles and visions of Blessed Macarius are recorded in a book by the presbyter Rufinus, and his Life was compiled by Saint Serapion, bishop of Tmuntis (Lower Egypt), one of the renowned workers of the Church in the fourth century. His holy relics are in the city of Amalfi, Italy.
Scripture readings: Colossians 3:12-16; Luke 18:35-43.
Commemorated feasts and saints: Ven. Macarius the Great of Egypt (390-391). Ven. Macarius of Alexandria (394-395). St. Mark, Archbishop of Ephesus (15th c.). Ven. Makáry the Faster, of the Kiev Caves (Near Caves—12th c.). Ven. Makáry the Deacon, of the Kiev Caves (Far Caves—13th-14th c.). Righteous Theodore of Novgorod, Fool-for-Christ (1392). Opening of the Relics of Ven. Savva (Sabbas) of Storozhévsk and Zvenígorod (1652). Virgin Martyr Euphrasia of Nicomedia (303). St. Arsenius, Archbishop of Kerkyra (Corfu—8th 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.
Church School
Church School for children 6–13 is now in session.
Charities
Continuous Food Drive. Supporting the Oregon Food Bank. Food can be dropped off on the brown shelves downstairs in the hall. The January theme is rice and beans.
The Charities Committee is sponsoring a collection of baby items for delivery to the Project Mexico—Casa Cuna Orphanage.
Donate to IOCC for hurricane relief and other needs.
Special Collection. We still have a basket out for donations for the Bacon family.
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, January 6 — Theophany. Hours and Liturgy for Theophany 9:10 a.m.
- Tuesday, January 7 — Synaxis of the Holy Glorious Prophet, Forerunner and Baptist John.
- Wednesday, January 8 — Akathist to St. Nicholas 6 p.m.
- Saturday, January 11 — Great Vespers 6 p.m.
- Sunday, January 12 — Matins 8:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy 9:30 a.m.
- Tuesday, January 14 — Leavetaking of Theophany.
- Wednesday, January 15 — Vespers 6 p.m.
- Thursday, January 16 — Hours and Liturgy 9:10 a.m.
- Saturday, January 18 — Great Vespers 6 p.m.
- Sunday, January 19 — 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.