Typica Service on December 17, 2021: The Holy Prophet Daniel and the Three Holy Youths in Babylon

Glory to Jesus Christ! Glory Forever!

On December 17, the Orthodox Church commemorates the Holy Prophet Daniel and the Three Holy Youths in Babylon.

Today's prescribed readings are 1 Timothy 4:4-8, 16 and Mark 9:33-41.

*** Our next live broadcast on Facebook will be on Monday, December 20, at 7:30am (Eastern). ***

The St. Panteleimon Ministry serves senior living communities (nursing homes, assisted living, independent living, memory care, etc.) throughout Northeast Ohio. Prior to March 2020, we frequently held Orthodox group prayer services, like the one in this video, at various locations in our area. From 2010-2020 the ministry held more than 2,600 services for those who cannot get to church on a regular basis. By the Grace of God, in-person services with our residents have resumed as of October 20, 2021. We pray that this form of ministry will gradually increase and ultimately equal or exceed what we were able to do prior to the pandemic. Regardless of the status of the in-person ministry, it is our intention to continue providing prayer service videos for our residents, shut-ins with computer access, and to the general public.

Words from the Saints -- December 16, 2021

"The first step toward freedom from anger is to keep the lips silent when the heart is stirred; the next, to keep the thoughts silent when the soul is stirred, the last, to be totally calm when unclean winds are blowing." --St. John Climacus

"Never belittle the significance of your thoughts, for not one escapes God's notice." --St. Mark the Ascetic

"The Apostle Paul has told us to pray uninterruptedly, without anger or passionate thoughts. And this is excellent advice, for every thought which takes the mind away from God is not merely from the devil but is the devil himself." --St. John Chrysostom

"When a person accepts anything Godly, then he rejoices in his heart, but when he has accepted anything devilish, then he becomes tormented." --St. Seraphim of Sarov

Typica Service on December 16, 2021: The Holy Prophet Haggai

Glory to Jesus Christ! Glory Forever!

On December 16, the Orthodox Church commemorates the Holy Prophet Haggai.

Today's prescribed readings are 1 Timothy 3:1-13 and Mark 9:10-16.

*** Our next live broadcast on Facebook will be tomorrow, December 17, at 7:30am (Eastern). ***

The St. Panteleimon Ministry serves senior living communities (nursing homes, assisted living, independent living, memory care, etc.) throughout Northeast Ohio. Prior to March 2020, we frequently held Orthodox group prayer services, like the one in this video, at various locations in our area. From 2010-2020 the ministry held more than 2,600 services for those who cannot get to church on a regular basis. By the Grace of God, in-person services with our residents have resumed as of October 20, 2021. We pray that this form of ministry will gradually increase and ultimately equal or exceed what we were able to do prior to the pandemic. Regardless of the status of the in-person ministry, it is our intention to continue providing prayer service videos for our residents, shut-ins with computer access, and to the general public.

Akathist to St. Panteleimon

Glory to Jesus Christ! Glory Forever!

*** Our next live broadcast on Facebook will be tomorrow, December 16, at 7:30am (Eastern). ***

Typica Service on December 13, 2021: Our Venerable Father Herman of Alaska

Glory to Jesus Christ! Glory Forever!

On December 13, the Orthodox Church commemorates Our Venerable Father Herman of Alaska.

Today's prescribed readings are Galatians 5:22-6:2 and Matthew 11:27-30.

*** Our next live broadcast on Facebook will be on Wednesday, December 15, at 6pm (Eastern). ***

The St. Panteleimon Ministry serves senior living communities (nursing homes, assisted living, independent living, memory care, etc.) throughout Northeast Ohio. Prior to March 2020, we frequently held Orthodox group prayer services, like the one in this video, at various locations in our area. From 2010-2020 the ministry held more than 2,600 services for those who cannot get to church on a regular basis. By the Grace of God, in-person services with our residents have resumed as of October 20, 2021. We pray that this form of ministry will gradually increase and ultimately equal or exceed what we were able to do prior to the pandemic. Regardless of the status of the in-person ministry, it is our intention to continue providing prayer service videos for our residents, shut-ins with computer access, and to the general public.

Prayer List for the Week of December 12, 2021

For healing: Fr. Daniel, Matushka Elizabeth, Matushka Katherine, Matushka Myra, Monk Meletios, Ross, Justin, Steven, Marian, Roger, Nancy, Claire, Patricia, Mark, Nikolai, Anastasia, Alice, Kathleen, Denise, Denise, Pamela, Robert, Peter, Eric, Michael, Melissa, Marianne, Ryan, Joanne, Rose Mary, Marianne, Emily, Charles, Hank, Nicholas, Katrina, Mary Jane, Nicholas, Alicia, Mary Jo, Clara, Joan, Sarah, Alex, Nicholas, Barbara, Margaret, Patricia, Danielle, Nicholas, Tricia, Christopher, Susan, Kathleen, Walter, Patty, Darlene, George, Paul, Michael, Pantelitsa, Darina, Robert, Timothy, Diana, Diana, Artemis, Jackie, Natalie, Julia, Arthur, Dorina, Andrew, Theodore, Joseph, Arnold, Bea

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

For God’s protection: all those in the military

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: Fr. John, Michael, Cornelia, Vasile, Parasciva, Mariana, Victoria, Margaret, Katherin

Readings for the Week of December 12, 2021

12/12: Colossians 3:4-11; Luke 14:16-24

12/13: Galatians 5:22-6:2; Matthew 11:27-30

12/14: 1 Timothy 1:8-14; Mark 8:22-26

12/15: 1 Timothy 1:18-20; 2:8-15; Mark 8:30-34

12/16: 1 Timothy 3:1-13; Mark 9:10-16

12/17: 1 Timothy 4:4-8, 16; Mark 9:33-41

12/18: Galatians 3:8-12; Luke 13:18-29

Typica Service on December 10, 2021: The Holy Martyrs Menas, Hermogenes and Eugraphus

Glory to Jesus Christ! Glory Forever!

On December 10, the Orthodox Church commemorates the Holy Martyrs Menas, Hermogenes and Eugraphus.

Today's prescribed readings are 2 Thessalonians 3:6-18 and Luke 21:37-22:8.

*** Our next live broadcast on Facebook will be on Monday, December 13, at 7:30am (Eastern). ***

The St. Panteleimon Ministry serves senior living communities (nursing homes, assisted living, independent living, memory care, etc.) throughout Northeast Ohio. Prior to March 2020, we frequently held Orthodox group prayer services, like the one in this video, at various locations in our area. From 2010-2020 the ministry held more than 2,600 services for those who cannot get to church on a regular basis. By the Grace of God, in-person services with our residents have resumed as of October 20, 2021. We pray that this form of ministry will gradually increase and ultimately equal or exceed what we were able to do prior to the pandemic. Regardless of the status of the in-person ministry, it is our intention to continue providing prayer service videos for our residents, shut-ins with computer access, and to the general public.

Words from the Saints -- December 9, 2021

"Do not become a disciple of one who praises himself, in case you learn pride instead of humility." --St. Mark the Ascetic

"A sign of self-esteem is an ostentatious manner; of pride, anger and scorn of others." --St. Thalassios the Libyan

"Don’t wage your Christian struggle with sermons and arguments, but with true love". --St. Porphyrios

"In order to fulfill the commandments of Christ, you must know them! Read the Holy Gospel, penetrate its spirit and make it the rule of your life." --St. Nikon of Optina

Typica Service on December 9, 2021: The Holy Conception of the Mother-of-God by Ss Joachim and Anna

Glory to Jesus Christ! Glory Forever!

On December 9, the Orthodox Church commemorates the Holy Conception of the Most-Holy Birthgiver-of-God and Ever-Virgin Mary by the Holy Righteous Forebears-of-God, Joachim and Anna.

Today's prescribed readings are Galatians 4:22-31 and Luke 8:16-24.

*** Our next live broadcast on Facebook will be tomorrow, December 10, at 7:30am (Eastern). ***

The St. Panteleimon Ministry serves senior living communities (nursing homes, assisted living, independent living, memory care, etc.) throughout Northeast Ohio. Prior to March 2020, we frequently held Orthodox group prayer services, like the one in this video, at various locations in our area. From 2010-2020 the ministry held more than 2,600 services for those who cannot get to church on a regular basis. By the Grace of God, in-person services with our residents have resumed as of October 20, 2021. We pray that this form of ministry will gradually increase and ultimately equal or exceed what we were able to do prior to the pandemic. Regardless of the status of the in-person ministry, it is our intention to continue providing prayer service videos for our residents, shut-ins with computer access, and to the general public.

Akathist to St. Panteleimon

Glory to Jesus Christ! Glory Forever!

*** Our next live broadcast on Facebook will be tomorrow, December 9, at 7:30am (Eastern). ***

Typica Service on December 7, 2021: Our Father among the Saints Ambrose, Bishop of Milan

Glory to Jesus Christ! Glory Forever!

On December 7, the Orthodox Church commemorates Our Father among the Saints Ambrose, Bishop of Milan.

Today's prescribed readings are 2 Thessalonians 1:10-2:2 and Luke 21:12-19.

*** Our next live broadcast on Facebook will be tomorrow, December 8, at 6pm (Eastern). ***

The St. Panteleimon Ministry serves senior living communities (nursing homes, assisted living, independent living, memory care, etc.) throughout Northeast Ohio. Prior to March 2020, we frequently held Orthodox group prayer services, like the one in this video, at various locations in our area. From 2010-2020 the ministry held more than 2,600 services for those who cannot get to church on a regular basis. By the Grace of God, in-person services with our residents have resumed as of October 20, 2021. We pray that this form of ministry will gradually increase and ultimately equal or exceed what we were able to do prior to the pandemic. Regardless of the status of the in-person ministry, it is our intention to continue providing prayer service videos for our residents, shut-ins with computer access, and to the general public.

Prayer List for the Week of December 5, 2021

For healing: Fr. Daniel, Fr. John, Matushka Elizabeth, Matushka Katherine, Matushka Myra, Monk Meletios, Ross, Justin, Steven, Marian, Roger, Nancy, Claire, Patricia, Mark, Nikolai, Anastasia, Alice, Kathleen, Denise, Denise, Pamela, Robert, Peter, Eric, Michael, Melissa, Marianne, Ryan, Joanne, Rose Mary, Marianne, Emily, Charles, Hank, Nicholas, Katrina, Mary Jane, Nicholas, Alicia, Mary Jo, Clara, Joan, Sarah, Alex, Nicholas, Barbara, Margaret, Patricia, Danielle, Nicholas, Tricia, Christopher, Susan, Kathleen, Walter, Patty, Darlene, George, Paul, Michael, Pantelitsa, Darina, Robert, Timothy, Diana, Diana, Artemis, Jackie, Natalie, Julia, Arthur, Dorina, Andrew, Theodore, Joseph

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

For God’s protection: all those in the military

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: Mary, Mircea, Michael, Cornelia, Vasile, Parasciva, Mariana, Victoria, Margaret

Readings for the Week of December 5, 2021

12/5: Ephesians 2:14-22; Luke 17:12-19

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

12/7: 2 Thessalonians 1:10-2:2; Luke 21:12-19

12/8: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12; Luke 21:5-7, 10-11, 20-24

12/9: Galatians 4:22-31; Luke 8:16-24

12/10: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-18; Luke 21:37-22:8

12/11: Galatians 1:3-10; Luke 13:18-29

Typica Service on December 3, 2021: The Holy Prophet Zephaniah

Glory to Jesus Christ! Glory Forever!

On December 3, the Orthodox Church commemorates the Holy Prophet Zephaniah.

Today's prescribed readings are 1 Thessalonians 5:9-13, 24-28 and Luke 20:19-26.

*** Our next live broadcast on Facebook will be on Tuesday, December 7, at 7:30am (Eastern). ***

The St. Panteleimon Ministry serves senior living communities (nursing homes, assisted living, independent living, memory care, etc.) throughout Northeast Ohio. Prior to March 2020, we frequently held Orthodox group prayer services, like the one in this video, at various locations in our area. From 2010-2020 the ministry held more than 2,600 services for those who cannot get to church on a regular basis. By the Grace of God, in-person services with our residents have resumed as of October 20, 2021. We pray that this form of ministry will gradually increase and ultimately equal or exceed what we were able to do prior to the pandemic. Regardless of the status of the in-person ministry, it is our intention to continue providing prayer service videos for our residents, shut-ins with computer access, and to the general public.

Words from the Saints -- December 2, 2021

"The body, being only the temporal garment of the soul, is perishable, and does not constitute the true life of the man. The true life is the spiritual life. If you rend, if you destroy the man's garment, still he himself remains alive; so also after the slaying, after the death, the corruption of the body, the soul remains alive. Let us then chiefly care for the soul, for its salvation!" --St. John of Kronstadt

"When one man helps another by word or deed, let them both recognize in this the grace of God. He who does not understand this will come under the power of him who does." --St. Mark the Ascetic

"We cannot live in such a way that no one grieves or offends us, for the Apostle Luke writes: we must through much tribulation enter into the kingdom of God (Acts 14:22), and bear ye one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ (Gal. 6:2). Let us therefore ask that we may bear sorrows with self-reproach and humility and not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good, and with the Prophet say: With them that hate peace I was peaceable (Psalm 119:6)." --St. Hilarion of Optina

Typica Service on December 2, 2021: The Holy Prophet Habbakuk

Glory to Jesus Christ! Glory Forever!

On December 2, the Orthodox Church commemorates the Holy Prophet Habbakuk.

Today's prescribed readings are 1 Thessalonians 5:1-8 and Luke 20:9-18.

*** Our next live broadcast on Facebook will be tomorrow, December 3, at 7:30am (Eastern). ***

The St. Panteleimon Ministry serves senior living communities (nursing homes, assisted living, independent living, memory care, etc.) throughout Northeast Ohio. Prior to March 2020, we frequently held Orthodox group prayer services, like the one in this video, at various locations in our area. From 2010-2020 the ministry held more than 2,600 services for those who cannot get to church on a regular basis. By the Grace of God, in-person services with our residents have resumed as of October 20, 2021. We pray that this form of ministry will gradually increase and ultimately equal or exceed what we were able to do prior to the pandemic. Regardless of the status of the in-person ministry, it is our intention to continue providing prayer service videos for our residents, shut-ins with computer access, and to the general public.

Akathist to St. Panteleimon

Glory to Jesus Christ! Glory Forever!

*** Our next live broadcast on Facebook will be tomorrow, December 2, at 7:30am (Eastern). ***

Typica Service on November 29, 2021: The Holy Martyr Paramon and the Holy Martyr Philumenos

Glory to Jesus Christ! Glory Forever!

On November 29, the Orthodox Church commemorates the Holy Martyr Paramon and the Holy Martyr Philumenos.

Today's prescribed readings are 1 Thessalonians 2:20-3:8 and Luke 19:37-44.

*** Our next live broadcast on Facebook will be on Wednesday, December 1, at 6pm (Eastern). ***

The St. Panteleimon Ministry serves senior living communities (nursing homes, assisted living, independent living, memory care, etc.) throughout Northeast Ohio. Prior to March 2020, we frequently held Orthodox group prayer services, like the one in this video, at various locations in our area. From 2010-2020 the ministry held more than 2,600 services for those who cannot get to church on a regular basis. By the Grace of God, in-person services with our residents have resumed as of October 20, 2021. We pray that this form of ministry will gradually increase and ultimately equal or exceed what we were able to do prior to the pandemic. Regardless of the status of the in-person ministry, it is our intention to continue providing prayer service videos for our residents, shut-ins with computer access, and to the general public.

Prayer List for the Week of November 28, 2021

For healing: Fr. Daniel, Fr. John, Matushka Elizabeth, Matushka Katherine, Matushka Myra, Monk Meletios, Ross, Justin, Steven, Marian, Roger, Nancy, Claire, Patricia, Mark, Nikolai, Anastasia, Alice, Kathleen, Denise, Denise, Pamela, Robert, Peter, Eric, Michael, Melissa, Marianne, Ryan, Joanne, Rose Mary, Marianne, Emily, Charles, Hank, Nicholas, Katrina, Mary Jane, Nicholas, Alicia, Mary Jo, Clara, Joan, Sarah, Alex, Nicholas, Barbara, Margaret, Patricia, Danielle, Nicholas, Tricia, Christopher, Susan, Kathleen, Walter, Patty, Darlene, George, Paul, Michael, Pantelitsa, Darina, Robert, Timothy, Diana, Diana, Artemis, Jackie, Natalie, Julia, Arthur, Dorina, Andrew, Theodore, Joseph

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

For God’s protection: all those in the military

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: Mary, Mircea, Michael, Cornelia, Vasile, Parasciva