6th Friday of Lent
Friday, April 03, 2026
Strict Fast
Old Testament Reading
Isaiah 66:10-24

Old Testament Reading
Genesis 49:33-50:26

Old Testament Reading
Proverbs 31:8-31

Visit the Online Chapel for more daily readings, hymns, a monthly calendar of saints and feasts, and more.
Lenten Prayer Of St. Ephrem The Syrian

O Lord and Master of my life!
Take from me the spirit of sloth, faint-heartedness, lust of power, and idle talk.
But give rather the spirit of chastity, humility, patience, and love to Thy servant.
Yea, Lord and King! Grant me to see my own errors and not to judge my brother, for Thou art blessed unto ages of ages. Amen.

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Great Lent, Holy Week, and Pascha Website

Annunciation Cathedral Young Adult Ministry

Welcome to the Young Adult Ministry (YAM) website of the Annunciation Cathedral Greek Orthodox Church of Chicago. The Ministry was founded to foster long lasting relationships and spiritual growth to young adults/professionals and their families. At Annunciation we strive to connect young adults/professionals with each other and their community. The group offers its members the opportunity to socialize, volunteer and learn about the Greek orthodox faith. Our Ministry's long-term goals are to promote Church stewardship, participation and involvement in our society.

Partnerships

Throughout the years, Annunciation Cathedral Greek Orthodox church has partnered up with several other churches across Chicago to organize several events both social and philanthropic. Although YAM is new to Annunciation Cathedral Greek Orthodox church we will strive to build relationships with neighboring Young Adult Ministries and organize group events, both social and charitable.

Volunteer

There are several volunteer opportunities at Annunciation:

  • The second to last Tuesday of the month is feed the hungry day. All volunteers are asked to be at the church by 10:30 AM to help prepare. If you are interested in participating please contact the Cathedral for further information.
  • Every year on Thanksgiving Day Annunciation Cathedral hosts Feed the Hungry. This is a wonderful opportunity to get together with members of the congregation and give a hearty meal to those in need.
  • Throughout the year there are several opportunities to donate unwanted items; clothing, canned goods, etc. Donation days will be announced in the Sunday Bulletin and on the online calendar.

We are always looking for more ways to give back to our community. Let us know if you have any ideas or ways that we can improve. Please let us know how we can better serve you and your needs!

Saturday of Lazarus - Orthros followed by Divine Liturgy
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral
Sat, Apr 4 – 8:30 am

Orthros and Divine Liturgy
Sun, Apr 5 – 8:15 am

Orthros of Great Monday - Bridegroom Service
Sun, Apr 5 – 6:30 pm

Orthros of Great Tuesday - Bridegroom Service
Mon, Apr 6 – 6:30 pm

Orthros of Great Wednesday - Kassiani’s Hymn
Tue, Apr 7 – 6:30 pm

Holy Unction
Wed, Apr 8 – 3:30 pm

Orthros of Holy Thursday
Wed, Apr 8 – 6:30 pm

Vesperal Divine Liturgy of St. Basil the Great - Mystical Supper
Thu, Apr 9 – 9:30 am

Service of the Passion of Christ - The Twelve Gospel Readings
Thu, Apr 9 – 6:30 pm

Great & Royal Hours
Fri, Apr 10 – 9:30 am

Great Friday Vespers: The Apokathelosis
Fri, Apr 10 – 3:30 pm

Orthros of Great Saturday - Service of the Lamentations

The solemnprocession of the Epitaphio will take place outside: from       

 LaSalle to Maple to Clak to Oak and back to the Cathedral
Fri, Apr 10 – 6:30 pm

The Vesperal Liturgy of Saint Basil the Great
Sat, Apr 11 – 9:00 am

Vigil for the Holy Resurrection
Sat, Apr 11 – 11:00 pm

Hierarchical Resurrection Service

Celebrated by HisEminence Metropolitan Nathanael of Chicago

Sun, Apr 12 – 12:00 am

Agape Vespers Service
Sun, Apr 12 – 11:00 am

Great Vespers, Matins, Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom



Veneration of the Holy Relic of St. Raphael ofLesbos 
Mon, Apr 13 – 6:30 pm

Theotokos of the Life-giving Spring
St. Iakovos Retreat Center
Fri, Apr 17 – 9:00 am

Orthros and Divine Liturgy
Sun, Apr 19 – 8:15 am

Orthros and Divine Liturgy
Sun, Apr 26 – 8:15 am

Orthros and Divine Liturgy
Sun, May 3 – 8:15 am

Palm Folding and Potluck
Fri, Apr 3 – 5:00 pm

Palm Sunday Bake Sale - Prep Day
Sat, Apr 4 – 12:00 am

Palm Sunday Bake Sale
Sun, Apr 5 – 11:00 am

Palm Sunday Luncheon
Sun, Apr 5 – 11:30 am

Feed the Hungry
Annunciation
Tue, Apr 7 – 11:30 am

Easter Egg Hunt
Sun, Apr 12 – 12:00 pm

Kali Parea
Mon, Apr 13 – 11:00 am

Children Greek
Mon, Apr 13 – 5:30 pm

Feed the Hungry
Annunciation
Tue, Apr 14 – 11:30 am

Adult Greek - intermediate I
Tue, Apr 14 – 5:30 pm

Tween/Teen Greek
Tue, Apr 14 – 5:30 pm

Adult Greek - beginner
Tue, Apr 14 – 6:45 pm

Philoptochos General Meeting
Tue, Apr 14 – 7:00 pm

Adult Greek - advanced
Thu, Apr 16 – 5:30 pm

Adult Greek - intermediate II
Thu, Apr 16 – 6:45 pm

Children Greek
Mon, Apr 20 – 5:30 pm

Feed the Hungry
Annunciation
Tue, Apr 21 – 11:30 am

Adult Greek - intermediate I
Tue, Apr 21 – 5:30 pm

Tween/Teen Greek
Tue, Apr 21 – 5:30 pm

Adult Greek - beginner
Tue, Apr 21 – 6:45 pm

Philoptochos meeting
Tue, Apr 21 – 7:00 pm

Adult Greek - advanced
Thu, Apr 23 – 5:30 pm

Adult Greek - intermediate II
Thu, Apr 23 – 6:45 pm

A Night of Sisterhood and Salsa
Fri, Apr 24 – 6:30 pm

Children Greek
Mon, Apr 27 – 5:30 pm

Feed the Hungry
Annunciation
Tue, Apr 28 – 11:30 am

Adult Greek - intermediate I
Tue, Apr 28 – 5:30 pm

Tween/Teen Greek
Tue, Apr 28 – 5:30 pm

Adult Greek - beginner
Tue, Apr 28 – 6:45 pm

Adult Greek - advanced
Thu, Apr 30 – 5:30 pm

Adult Greek - intermediate II
Thu, Apr 30 – 6:45 pm