Saturday, July 19 – Macrina, Venerable
5:00 PM Santa Paula Outreach Divine Liturgy
Sunday, July 20 – 6th Sunday After Pentecost, and Elijah, Great Prophet
8:00 AM Matins
9:30 AM Divine Liturgy
Monday, July 21 – Simeon and John, Venerables
8:30 AM Morning Prayer
Tuesday, July 22 – Mary Magdalene, Equal to the Apostles
6:30 PM Akathist* and Discussion for Addictions & Mental Illness, in person and on Zoom (link on website)
Wednesday, July 23 – Trophimus and Others, Martyrs
8:30 AM Morning Prayer
6:30 PM Divine Liturgy
7:30 PM Firepit Social
Thursday, July 24 – Boris and Gleb, Martyrs
6:30 PM Neighborhood Bible Study
Saturday, July 26 – Hermolaus and Others, Priest and Martyrs
5:00 PM Santa Paula Outreach Divine Liturgy
Sunday, July 27 – 7th Sunday After Pentecost
8:00 AM Matins
9:30 AM Divine Liturgy: 7th Sunday after Pentecost
*Add first names to this prayer service by emailing niemirick@gmail.com
St. Mary’s: Sundays 8:45 AM or by appointment
Santa Paula: Saturdays 4:15 PM or by appointment
(Please resubmit or submit names to admin@ByzantineLA.com)
The Carlin Family, Michael Hefferon, Shirley Kunze, Michael Mina, Peter Mina, Fr. John Mina, Mila Mina, Lana Zimmerman, Patrick Zimmerman, Shannon O’Neill, Fern Bonowicz, Stephen Petach, Jenny Roman, All the sick and suffering of St. Mary’s
Elijah was, according to the Books of Kings in the Hebrew Bible, a prophet and a miracle worker who lived in the northern kingdom of Israel during the reign of King Ahab (9th century BC). In 1 Kings 18, Elijah defended the worship of Yahweh against the worship of the Canaanite god Baal. He challenged the prophets of Baal to a showdown on Mount Carmel, where he called upon Yahweh to send fire from heaven to consume his offering. Yahweh answered his prayer, and the prophets of Baal were defeated. Elijah’s ministry was marked by various miracles and acts of divine intervention. He was known for multiplying a widow’s oil and reviving her dead son. He also confronted Ahab and his wife Jezebel for their wickedness and prophesied a severe drought as punishment for their idolatry.
Elijah’s life took a dramatic turn when he was taken up to heaven in a whirlwind, leaving his disciple Elisha to continue his prophetic ministry. According to Jewish tradition, Elijah was expected to return before the arrival of the Messiah. Jesus confirms the return of Elijah as fulfilled by St. John the Baptist (Mt 11:14). Elijah’s story serves as a reminder of the power of faith and the importance of staying true to one’s beliefs, even in the face of opposition. His legacy as a prophet and miracle worker continues to inspire and captivate people to this day.
(Parma.org)
“Son, be of good cheer! Your sins are forgiven!” The faith of the friends of the paralytic brought healing and forgiveness. All of us can do the same in our own lives. Priests, deacons, monks and nuns are especially called to do this in the Church for the life of the world. If this may be something God is calling you or someone you know to consider, contact the Vocations Office at 602-861-9778 or email: vocations@ephx.org
Collection: $1,874.00; Online: $535.00; Santa Paula: $1,265.40; Church Improvements: $10.00; Candles: $34.00; Parish Social: $60.00; Bishop’s Appeal: $150.00; Property Rental: $200.00;
Total: $4,128.40/ Attendance – PSM: 97 HAR: 76
Monday, July 21 –
