Matins Livestream – Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Glory to Jesus Christ!

On December 10, the Orthodox Church commemorates the Holy Martyrs Menas, Hermogenes, and Eugraphus. Their steadfast devotion to Christ strengthens us as we begin the day in the prayerful rhythm of Orthodox Christian worship.

The appointed readings—1 Timothy 5:22–6:11 and Luke 21:5–7, 10–11, 20–24—offer a powerful reminder to cultivate purity of heart, perseverance, and trust in God even amid life’s uncertainties. The holy martyrs’ example calls us to remain faithful with courage and humility.

Our next service will be livestreamed on December 11, 2025 at 6:30pm.

Typica Livestream – Tuesday, December 9, 2025

Glory to Jesus Christ!

On December 9, the Orthodox Church celebrates the Conception of the Most Holy Birthgiver-of-God by St. Anna, a feast that reveals the quiet yet wondrous preparation for the coming of Christ. Let us contemplate the faithfulness of St. Anna and the gracious work of God that unfolds in humility and trust.

The appointed readings—Galatians 4:22–31 and Luke 8:16–21—invite us to live as children of the promise and to let the light of Christ shine openly in our lives. These passages remind us that spiritual renewal begins within the heart that listens and responds to God.

Our next livestream will take place on December 10 at 8:00 AM.

Matins Livestream – Monday, December 8, 2025

Glory to Jesus Christ!

On December 8, the Orthodox Church commemorates St. Patapius the Righteous, whose ascetic life shines as a reminder of the healing power of purity and steadfast devotion. The appointed readings—1 Timothy 5:1–10 and Luke 20:27–44—invite us to cultivate compassion for one another and to confess the enduring hope of the Resurrection.

In this quiet morning service, the Church leads us into a rhythm of praise that prepares the heart for the day. Through psalms, hymns, and the witness of the saints, Matins renews our awareness of God’s presence and love.

Our next livestream service will be on December 9, 2025 at 8:00 AM.

Vespers Livestream – Sunday, December 7, 2025

Glory to Jesus Christ!

On December 8, the Orthodox Church commemorates St. Patapius the Righteous, whose life of humility and ascetic courage continues to guide the faithful toward the healing mercy of Christ.

Please join us for our next livestream on December 8 at 8:00 AM.

Prayer List for the Week of December 7, 2025

For healing: Abbot Tryphon, Fr. Daniel, Fr. Emilian, Fr. Gregory, Fr. Joseph, Fr. Theodore, Fr. Thomas, Hierodeacon Gorazd, Fr. Deacon Jorge, Matushka Katherine, Matushka Myra, Monk Meletios, Subdeacon Nicholas, Justin, Steven, Marian, Patricia, Mark, Nikolai, Anastasia, Alice, Kathleen, Denise, Denise, Pamela, Marianne, Ryan, Joanne, Emily, Charles, Hank, Mary Jane, Mary Jo, Clara, Margaret, Susan, Randall, Danielle, Walter, Andrew, Natalie, Arthur, Nicole, Rene, Michael, Marc, Paul, Michael, Daniel, Gerald, Rhonda, Madeline, Marcella, Darina, Philip, Andrew, Jodi, Ilarion, Rita, Kathleen, Elena, William, Andrew, Nestor, Richard, Tikhon, Daria, Mark, Alexis, Nathan, Ann, Herman, Lillian, Daria, Ava, Christopher, Joan, Jeff, Stephen, Ola, Martha, Constantin, Diana, Gloria, Amanda, Susan, Diane, Luke, Diane, Margaret, Janet, Ruchita, Kenneth, Patrick, Lorraine, Paula, Doug, Lori, Dwight

For God’s protection: all who are missing

For God’s protection: all captives; all persecuted Christians throughout the world

For God’s protection: all those in the military; all emergency medical workers, firefighters and police officers

For God’s mercy and peace: those who are in hospice care

For God’s mercy, direction and protection: those who are unemployed, poor, hungry and/or homeless

** We pray for: those who love us; those who hate us; those who have no one to pray for them; those who have asked us to pray for them, even though we are unworthy. **

Departed: Alexandru, Robert, Mary Ann, Lidia, Brendan, Anna, Walter, Diane

Readings for the Week of December 7, 2025

12/7: Ephesians 5:9-19; Luke 17:12-19

12/8: 1 Timothy 5:1-10; Luke 20:27-44

12/9: Galatians 4:22–31; Luke 8:16–21

12/10: 1 Timothy 5:22–6:11; Luke 21:5–7, 10–11, 20–24

12/11: 1 Timothy 6:17–20; Luke 21:28–33

12/12: Ephesians 5:8–19; John 10:9–16

12/13: Galatians 5:22-6:2; Luke 6:17-23

Typica Livestream – Friday, December 5, 2025

Glory to Jesus Christ!

On December 5, the Orthodox Church commemorates St. Sabbas the Sanctified, the venerable founder of the great Lavra of Palestine and a beacon of Orthodox monastic life. His example of humility, perseverance, and unceasing prayer continues to shape the spiritual life of the Church.

The appointed Scriptures—Galatians 5:22–6:2 and Matthew 11:27–30—invite us to cultivate the fruits of the Spirit and to rest in the gentleness of Christ, who bears our burdens and strengthens our hearts.

Please join us again for our next livestream on December 7 at 6:30 PM.

Words from the Saints -- December 4, 2025

“The power of Christ works in those who proclaim Him. Not by their strength, but by His grace, the Gospel is confirmed in the world.” –St. Cyril of Alexandria

“The apostles were set forth as a spectacle in their trials, that we might learn that the power of the Church is not in earthly glory, but in endurance for Christ.” –St. John Chrysostom

“Be imitators of Jesus Christ, as He is of the Father. And become imitators of the apostles, for in them the Lord’s life is made visible.” –St. Ignatius the God-Bearer

“He truly preaches Christ who follows Him. For the life of the preacher must be a voice that speaks even when the tongue is silent.” –St. Gregory the Great

“The Lord does not force the soul; He invites it. ‘Come and see’ means: open your heart, draw near, and the light will reveal itself.” –St. Theophan the Recluse

“He who seeks God with his whole heart will see Him, not by the eyes of the body, but in the illumination of the Spirit.” –St. Symeon the New Theologian

Typica Livestream – Thursday, December 4, 2025

Glory to Jesus Christ!

On December 4, the Orthodox Church commemorates the Holy Great-Martyr Barbara and St. John of Damascus, whose lives bear witness to purity of faith, theological clarity, and unwavering devotion to Christ.

The appointed readings—Galatians 3:23–29 and Mark 5:24–34—invite us to behold the unity we receive in Christ and the healing granted to those who come to Him in faith. In this simple service of psalms and prayers, the Church teaches us to trust more deeply in the mercy of God and to imitate the faith of the saints.

Our next livestream service will be offered on December 5 at 8:00 AM.

Vespers Livestream – Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Glory to Jesus Christ!

On December 4, the Orthodox Church commemorates the Holy Great Martyr Barbara, whose steadfast courage shone brightly in her confession of Christ, and St. John of Damascus, whose hymnographic and theological gifts continue to enrich the Church.

Our next livestream will take place on December 4, 2025 at 8:00 AM.

Matins Livestream – Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Glory to Jesus Christ!

On December 2, the Orthodox Church commemorates the Holy Prophet Habbakuk, who proclaimed God’s steadfast justice and the enduring hope granted to the faithful. His witness encourages us to trust the Lord even when His purposes unfold slowly before our eyes.

Today’s readings deepen this message. In 1 Timothy 1:8–14, St. Paul speaks of the grace and mercy that transformed his life and strengthened him for ministry. In Luke 19:45–48, Christ purifies the Temple, restoring it as a house of prayer. Together, these passages invite us to allow the Lord to renew our hearts with holiness and clarity.

We welcome you to join us again for our next livestream service on December 3, 2025 at 6:30pm.

To learn more about the work of the St. Panteleimon ministry, please visit stpanteleimon.com.

Matins Livestream – Monday, December 1, 2025

Glory to Jesus Christ!

On December 1, the Orthodox Church commemorates the Holy Prophet Nahum. His message of God’s steadfast justice and mercy prepares us to hear today’s appointed readings.

The epistle, 1 Timothy 1:1–7, calls us to hold fast to a faith that is pure and sincere. In the Gospel, Luke 19:37–44, we witness Christ’s lament over Jerusalem, a moving reminder of the peace He longs to grant those who turn to Him.

Our next livestream service will take place on December 2, 2025 at 8:00am.
To learn more about our ministry, please visit stpanteleimon.com.

Vespers Livestream – Sunday, November 30, 2025

Glory to Jesus Christ!

On December 1, the Orthodox Church remembers the Holy Prophet Nahum. This prophet who proclaimed God’s steadfast justice and compassion.

Through the hymns and psalms of the Church, we reflect on Nahum’s witness and are reminded of the Lord’s unwavering care for those who place their trust in Him. Vespers prepares our hearts for the coming day and deepens our life of prayer.

Please join us again tomorrow, December 1, 2025, at 8:00 AM as we livestream Matins.

To learn more about the St. Panteleimon ministry, visit our website: stpanteleimon.com.

Prayer List for the Week of November 30, 2025

For healing: Abbot Tryphon, Fr. Daniel, Fr. Emilian, Fr. Gregory, Fr. Joseph, Fr. Theodore, Fr. Thomas, Hierodeacon Gorazd, Fr. Deacon Jorge, Matushka Katherine, Matushka Myra, Monk Meletios, Subdeacon Nicholas, Justin, Steven, Marian, Patricia, Mark, Nikolai, Anastasia, Alice, Kathleen, Denise, Denise, Pamela, Marianne, Ryan, Joanne, Emily, Charles, Hank, Mary Jane, Mary Jo, Clara, Margaret, Susan, Randall, Danielle, Walter, Andrew, Natalie, Arthur, Nicole, Rene, Michael, Marc, Paul, Michael, Daniel, Gerald, Rhonda, Madeline, Marcella, Darina, Philip, Andrew, Jodi, Ilarion, Rita, Kathleen, Elena, William, Andrew, Nestor, Richard, Tikhon, Daria, Mark, Alexis, Nathan, Ann, Herman, Lillian, Daria, Ava, Christopher, Joan, Jeff, Stephen, Ola, Martha, Constantin, Diana, Gloria, Amanda, Susan, Diane, Luke, Diane, Margaret, Janet, Ruchita, Kenneth, Patrick, Lorraine, Paula, Doug, Lori, Dwight

For God’s protection: all who are missing

For God’s protection: all captives; all persecuted Christians throughout the world

For God’s protection: all those in the military; all emergency medical workers, firefighters and police officers

For God’s mercy and peace: those who are in hospice care

For God’s mercy, direction and protection: those who are unemployed, poor, hungry and/or homeless

** We pray for: those who love us; those who hate us; those who have no one to pray for them; those who have asked us to pray for them, even though we are unworthy. **

Departed: Vera, Alexandru, Robert, Mary Ann, Lidia

Readings for the Week of November 30, 2025

11/30: 1 Corinthians 4:9-16; John 1:35-51

12/1: 1 Timothy 1:1-7; Luke 19:37-44

12/2: 1 Timothy 1:8-14; Luke 19:45-48

12/3: 1 Timothy 1:18-20; 2:8-15; Luke 20:1-8

12/4: Galatians 3:23-29; 4:1-5; Mark 5:24-34

12/5: Galatians 5:22-26;6:1-2; Matthew 11:27-30

12/6: Hebrews 13:17-21; Luke 6:17-23

Typica Livestream – Saturday, November 29, 2025

Glory to Jesus Christ!

On November 29, the Orthodox Church commemorates the Holy Martyrs Paramonus and Philumenus, two faithful servants of Christ who endured suffering with patience, courage, and unwavering trust in God.

The appointed readings—Galatians 1:3–10 and Luke 10:19–21—urge us to cling to the true Gospel and to walk in the power and protection of Christ. Through the example of these holy martyrs, we are encouraged to remain steadfast in faith and consistent in our witness to the Lord.

Our next livestream will take place on November 30, 2025 at 6:30 PM.
We invite you to learn more about our ministry at stpanteleimon.com.

Matins Livestream – Friday, November 28, 2025

Glory to Jesus Christ!

On November 28, the Church commemorates St. Stephen the New, a steadfast defender of the holy icons, and the Holy Martyr Irenarchus, who bore faithful witness to Christ through suffering.

The appointed readings—2 Thessalonians 3:6–18 and Luke 19:12–28—teach us about spiritual discipline, perseverance, and the faithful use of the gifts God has given. Through the example of today’s saints, we are encouraged to live with devotion, responsibility, and gratitude.

Our next livestream will take place tomorrow, November 29, 2025 at 8:00 AM.
If you would like to learn more about our ministry, please visit our website: stpanteleimon.com.

Words from the Saints -- November 27, 2025

“Let us give thanks to God always, for it is outrageous to enjoy His blessings and to not even acknowledge the Giver.” --St. John Chrysostom

“When you sit down to eat, pray. When you eat bread, remember the goodness of God. When you drink wine, remember Him who has given it for your joy and consolation.” --St. Basil the Great

“Even if you have nothing to give, offer thanks. Let your thanksgiving be your gift to the Creator.” --St. Ephraim the Syrian

“God greatly appreciates a thankful person. When we thank Him for everything, even for our trials, then He gives us even more blessings.” --St. Paisios the Athonite

“He who has no gratitude in his heart has no true faith. For thanksgiving is the language of heaven.” --St. Nikolai Velimirovich

Typica Livestream – Thursday, November 27, 2025

Glory to Jesus Christ!

On November 27, 2025, the Orthodox Church remembers the Great Martyr James of Persia, whose wholehearted repentance and courageous martyrdom reveal the depth of God’s transforming grace.

The day’s readings—2 Thessalonians 2:13–3:5 and Luke 18:31–34—speak to us of steadfastness, divine calling, and the mystery of Christ’s saving Passion. Through them, the Church teaches us to walk with faith, perseverance, and hope in the Lord’s mercy.

Our next livestream is scheduled for tomorrow, November 28, at 8:00 AM.
We welcome you to learn more about our ministry at stpanteleimon.com.

Vespers Livestream – Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Glory to Jesus Christ!

Thank you for joining us this evening for Vespers. On November 27, the Church commemorates the Great Martyr James of Persia, whose profound conversion and unwavering courage in martyrdom have inspired Christians for generations.

His holy witness reminds us that true repentance leads to strength, renewal, and bold confession of Christ. The quiet prayers and hymns of Vespers invite us to turn our hearts toward God and to seek His peace as night approaches.

We will live-stream Typica tomorrow, November 27, at 9:00 AM on our YouTube channel. Please note the later start due to the Thanksgiving holiday.