The parish that existed in Ann Arbor in the 1950s, and was subsequently dissolved when no priest could be sent after the death of Fr. Peter DeMett, was named in honor of the Venerable Hilarion the Great. This is why we have an icon of St. Hilarion on our iconostasis – as a sort of spiritual continuity with those who first founded a Russian Orthodox Church here in Ann Arbor .The feast of St. Hilarion this year falls on Sunday, November 3. We invite all St. Vladimir’s parishioners on this day to fervently entreat the prayers of the favorite of God, St. Hilarion the Great, that the work begun by those first Russian Orthodox Christians in Ann Arbor will be continued worthily by us sinners, the parish family of St. Vladimir Church. Join us this Sunday to celebrate St. Hilarion in the most Orthodox way possible – to be present at the Divine Services in his honor! Learn more about St. Hilarion at the links below:

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We present here a short educational offering for both children and adults on the upcoming Sunday's principle Gospel reading so that all can better prepare for the Divine Services. Parents are asked to review the children’s portion with their children. It is very important for us to attend the Divine Services on Sundays and whenever else we are able, but in addition it is our spiritual responsibility to educate ourselves and our families in the faith. It is our hope that this mid-week offering will be an aid in this regard. Please contact Fr. Gregory with questions or suggestions.

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"Even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these. Wherefore, if God so clothe the grass of the field, which to day is, and to morrow is cast into the oven, shall he not much more clothe you, O ye of little faith?" How obvious is the truth of the word of God: "Seek ye first the Kingdom of God, and His righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you" (Mt. 6:29-30, 33). I’ve experienced this myself: Since the time I began earnestly seeking and taking care only to please the Lord in prayer and works of mercy to others, I have almost no need to take care for myself, that is, for my eternal needs. By the grace of God, kind people clothe me, shoe me, and host me, and it would be considered an offense if I didn’t accept their zeal.

St. John of Kronstadt
From the book: Conversations of Archpriest John of Kronstadt with Abbess Taisia, Sretensky Monastery, 2022

"This is the cause of all evils: the ignorance of the Scriptures. We go into battle without arms, and how ought we to come off safe?" -St. John Chrysostom, Homily IX on Colossians.

In order to help increase the general knowledge of scripture in our parish family we present here for your edification the scripture readings for the coming week. At least one Gospel Reading and one Epistle reading are assigned for each day of the year (although during Great Lent the readings are from the Old Testament). Hearing or reading only those readings appointed for Sunday merely scratches the surface of the great spiritual wealth that the scriptures provide us. Some of the readings are easily understandable – others are less so. As Orthodox Christians we do not make private interpretation of scripture, but rather consult the fathers of the Church for their explanations to aid us in our understanding. Those wishing to have access to such explanations are asked to contact Fr. Gregory or inquire in the kiosk for further reading in this regard. Bibles may also be acquired in the kiosk.

Monday: Philippians 1:1-7 & Luke 9:18-22
Tuesday: Philippians 1:8-14 & Luke 9:23-27
Wednesday: Philippians 1:12-20 & Luke 9:44-50
Thursday: Philippians 1:20-27 & Luke 9:49-56
Friday: Philippians 1:27-2:4 & Luke 10:1-15
Saturday: I Corinthians 15:58-16:3 & Luke 7:2-10

Понедельник: Фил. 1:1-7 и от Луки 9:18-22
Вторник: Фил. 1:8-14 и от Луки 9:23-27
Среда: Фил. 1:12-20 и от Луки 9:44-50
Четверг: Фил. 1:20-27 и от Луки 9:49-56
Пятница: Фил. 1:27-2:4 и от Луки 10:1-15
Суббота: I Кор. 15:58-16:3 и от Луки 7:2-10

Please find below several very nice articles on how to read the scripture from an Orthodox point of view.

By St. Justin (Popovich)

By Bishop Kalistos (Ware)

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