Our Vision: To Know God

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1 Our Vision: To Know God

2 Holy Trinity Church is under the Omophorion of His Eminence Metropolitan Nicholas of the Metropolis of Detroit. Father William J. Bartz Presiding Priest Parish Office Hours 9 am - 5 pm Monday-Friday 3500 W. 106th Street, Carmel, IN fax holytrinityindy Parish Council President Steve Kollias Vice President Tracy Pappas Secretary Gail Zeheralis Treasurer George Pappaioanou Assistant Treasurer Steve Young Dean Antonopoulos, Nick Dervenis, Dennis Dickos, Greg Dickos, Bob Dine, Christopher Greisl, Constantine Linos, Julie Rowlas, Irene Sarris. Staff Office Administrator Cindy Watson Ministry Administrator Susanne Hinson-Rieger Building Manager Tim Bryant Susan Baron Administrative Assistant For information about this publication contact Susanne Hinson -Rieger at Deadline for inclusion is Monday before the cover date. All items are requested in digital format, and sent to bulletin@holytrinityindy.org. Entrance Hymn Come let us bow down to Christ as we worship Him the Son of God. Save us O Son of God, Who did rise from the dead; we sing to You: Alleluia. Resurrectional Apolytikion Tone Five (Plagal Tone One) To the Word, coeternal with the Father and the Spirit, born of the Virgin for our salvation, let us, the faithful, give praise and worship. For He willed to be lifted upon the Cross in the flesh, to endure death and raise the dead by His glorious Resurrection. Apolytikion The son of Silybria, the guardian of Aegina, and the ardent lover of virtue, who in recent years has appeared, the Godinspired servant of Christ, Nektarios, O faithful, let us praise. For he gushes forth healings of every kind to those who cry out reverently: Glory to Christ who glorified you; glory to Him for your miracles; glory to Him who through you effects cures for all. Church Hymn (Troparion of Pentecost) Blessed are You O Christ our God Who has shown the fishermen as wise men By sending down Your Holy Spirit upon them And through them, the whole world You drew into Your net O Lover of mankind, glory to You. Kontakion Behold the temple of the Savior, His precious bridal chamber. Behold the virginal and sacred vessel of God's glory. Today she enters into the house of the Lord, bearing within her the grace of the Holy Spirit. For this the angels exclaim: She is indeed the heavenly tabernacle.

3 EPISTLE READING: St. Paul's Letter to the Galatians 6:11-18 BRETHREN, see with what large letters I am writing to you with my own hand. It is those who want to make a good showing in the flesh that would compel you to be circumcised, and only in order that they may not be persecuted for the cross of Christ. For even those who receive circumcision do not themselves keep the law, but they desire to have you circumcised that they may glory in your flesh. But far be it from me to glory except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world. For neither circumcision counts for anything, nor uncircumcision, but a new creation. Peace and mercy be upon all who walk by this rule, upon the Israel of God. Henceforth let no man trouble me; for I bear on my body the marks of Jesus. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit, brethren. Amen. GOSPEL READING: Luke 8:41-56 THE CONFESSION OF FAITH (Nicene-Constantinopolitan Creed) I believe in one God, Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and of all things visible and invisible. And in one Lord Jesus Christ, the only-begotten Son of God, begotten of the Father before all ages; Light of Light, true God of true God, begotten, not created, of one essence with the Father through Whom all things were made. Who for us men and for our salvation came down from heaven and was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and the Virgin Mary and became man. He was crucified for us under Pontius Pilate, and suffered and was buried; And He rose on the third day, according to the Scriptures. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father; And He will come again with glory to judge the living and dead. His kingdom shall have no end. And in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the Creator of life, Who proceeds from the Father, Who together with the Father and the Son is worshipped and glorified, Who spoke through the prophets. In one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church. I confess one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. I look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the age to come. Amen. Sunday Service Schedule and Teams Date Parish Council Early Duty Parish Council Early Duty Team 11/09/14 Constantine Linos Tracy Pappas Team 1 Altar Boy Team 1 Steven Dervenis Zander Eleftheri John Eleftheri **Nicholas Gemelas Chris Hock Zach Hock Michael Hostetler Christian Lafter Alex Lupear Sam Lupear Christopher Metzger Elliot Mudis *Chris Pappas 1 Chris Pappas 2 George Pappas Nick Simopoulos Dean Sofianopoulos Andrew Spirrison Alex Theohares Narthex Server Team 1 Kalli Agapios Alexandra Hackett Julianna Hackett Emily Neuendorf * Zoey-Marie Nicodemus Alexa Pavlakos Sara Theohares Anna Tridico Ashley Spirrison Fofo Stergiopoulos Mikayla Tom Parish Council Team 1 Dean Antonopoulos Dennis Dickos Chris Greisl Constantine Linos Tracy Pappas Julie Rowlas Irene Sarris Upcoming Weeks Date Parish Council Early Duty Parish Council Early Duty Team 11/16/14 Greg Dickos Bob Dine Team 2 11/23/14 Julie Rowlas Irene Sarris Team 1

4 Holy Communion Procedure The following is the order in which the faithful will receive Holy Communion: Choir, Chanters, Altar Boys, Narthex Servers, Church School Teachers, Church School Students, and the remaining faithful. Church School Today, November 16 and 23 - Class after Holy Communion until 11:45am. There will be no classes November 30. The Advent Season of Christmas begins on November 15 during which Church School will be collecting donations for St. Basil Academy. We would like our students to do something extra to earn the money they donate. This collection will begin Sunday, November 16 and end Sunday, December 21. GOYA Send your Christmas and New Year greetings to the entire Holy Trinity family, while saving time and postage! All this can be had for a mere thirty dollar gift that benefits our Holy Trinity GOYA! Forms will be available in the Founders' Walk following the Divine Services today through November 30 and are also available online at holytrinityindy.org. Order deadline is November 30. Upcoming Events: Today-- Basketball Practice, 12:30pm to 2pm at Zionsville West Middle School November 16 - Chili Cook-Off for Junior High GOYA and Senior High GOYA November 16 - Basketball Practice, 1:30pm to 3pm at Zionsville West Middle School November 23 - Basketball Practice, 1:30pm to 3pm at Zionsville West Middle School November 23 - Orthodox Life for Junior High GOYA and Senior High GOYA, 5pm - 7pm November 29 Soup Kitchen for Junior High GOYA and Senior High GOYA, 8am - noon It's not too late to join GOYA and be a part of the fun and service. Teresa Dallas at goya@holytrinity.org for more information. Parish Council Elections Those who are interested in serving on the Parish Council for the term are encouraged to complete the form and submit it to the Parish Office no later than today. Blank forms are available in the Narthex. For questions, please contact the Parish Office at or Susanne@holytrinityindy.org.

5 Leisure Timers The next meeting of the Leisure Timers is Tuesday, November 11 at noon. Father Bill will be our guest speaker and will speak about ministry in the military as a Chaplain in the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. Reservations are required for lunch, which will be provided by Betty Kalyvas and her crew and can be made by sending an to leisuretimers@holytrinityindy.org or in the Founders' Walk following the Divine Services. Since our meeting is on Veteran's Day, we would like to share photos of you or your family members who have served in the military. Please send an electronic copy of photos you would like included to leisuretimers@holytrinityindy.org and include the name, relationship to you, branch of service and when and where they served. Photos may also be scanned in the Parish Office. Please contact Susanne Hinson-Rieger at Susanne@holytrinityindy.org or for more information. Philoptochos to Honor Veterans The next Philoptochos General Meeting is Tuesday, November 11 at 6:30pm in the Founders' Walk. Since it is Veteran's Day we will honor the dedicated men and women, past and present, in all branches of the United States military. Please submit photos of family members electronically to dlcn@sbcglobal.net, including name, relationship to you, branch of service and when and where they served. Photos may also be scanned in the Parish Office. Please contact Susanne Hinson-Rieger at or Susanne@holytrinityindy.org for more information. Weekday Divine Services There will be a Vesperal Divine Liturgy of Saint John Chrysostom on Wednesday, November 12 at 5:30pm. There will be a Vesperal Divine Liturgy of Saint Katherine on Monday, November 24 at 5:30pm. Book Corner The Book Corner will meet to discuss Harry Petrakis's book Hour of the Bell. If anyone has not read the saga of the War for Greek Independance of 1821 this is an Amazon Five Star read. Harry Mark Petrakis gives life to the fabled warriors of this war in a very readable style. Join the discussion on November 14 at 10am in the Education Wing. All are welcome. Used hardbacks are for sale from Amazon for as little as one cent (shipping $3.99). Available from public libraries also.

6 IOCC Wine Tasting and Jazz Event Saturday, November 15, from 7pm to 10pm in the Founders' Walk. Proceeds benefit International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC). $45 for 5 tasting tickets. Sponsorships are available: $1,000 (gold), $500 (silver), $250 (bronze). Tickets are available online at IOCC.org and at the door. For more information, please contact the Parish Office at General Assembly During our General Assembly following the Divine Services on Sunday, November 16, the agenda will include the 2015 budget. One special feature on the 2015 budget is a SECOND PRIEST. Everyone is encouraged to attend this General Assembly and participate in this exciting possibility. A first step in this process is to review our stewardship. If we commit 3% of our income to the Lord and His Church, our Parish will easily reach our goals. Madrigal Dinner There are a few tickets available for this year's afternoon Madrigal Feast, December 6 at 12:30pm. Tickets are $50 each. The price includes a four course meal, wine, coffee and a fantastic five scene play performed by our choir. The main course will be smoked prime rib, cedar planked salmon and roasted pork tenderloin all accompanied by roasted root vegetables. The menu is subject to change depending on availability and freshness of ingredients in Indiana in December. All four courses are served family style so that everyone can enjoy some of all the dishes presented. Don't miss out on this wonderful start to the Christmas season. To purchase tickets contact any Choir member or call the Parish Office at Hospitality Committee Volunteers Needed The Hospitality Committee of Philoptochos is seeking volunteers to assist in bringing good cheer through visits and telephone calls to those in our Parish who are not able to attend Divine Services on a regular basis. These Committee members will partner with a Parishioner who is geographically close to them with the goal of establishing brotherly or sisterly Christian fellowship. Men are also encouraged to assist in this mission as we have men that need this service also. To volunteer or for more information, please contact the Parish Office at Susanne@holytrinityindy.org or Save the Date for the Parish Christmas Party Saturday, December 13. More details to follow. Sponsored by GOYA, Parish Council and Philoptochos. Save the Date for Grecian Carnivale Saturday, February 7, More details to follow. Sponsored by Philoptochos.

7 HOLY COMMUNION Holy Communion is the Body and Blood of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Saint John of Kronstadt ( ) says, in partaking of the Holy Sacrament, be as sure that you partake of the Body and Blood of Christ, as you are sure that every moment you breathe air. Saint Cyril of Jerusalem (about ) also teaches us Since Christ Himself has declared the bread to be His Body, who can have any further doubt? Since He Himself has said quite categorically, This is My Blood, who would dare to question it, and say that it is not His Blood? Therefore, it is with complete assurance that we receive the bread and wine as the Body and Blood of Christ. His Body is given to us under the symbol of bread, and His Blood is given to us under the symbol of wine, in order to make us by receiving them one body and blood with Him. Having His Body and Blood in our members, we become bearers of Christ and sharers, as Saint Peter says, of the divine nature Do not then regard the Eucharistic elements as ordinary bread and wine: they are in fact the Body and Blood of the Lord, as He Himself has declared. Whatever your senses tell you, be strong in faith. The Lord urges us to make a sincere effort to make peace with each other when anger or hurt exists, seeking forgiveness or granting forgiveness, as appropriate, (Matthew 5:24) before approaching the Lord. Receiving Holy Communion is certainly important to our spiritual life and growth. This ultimate connection with Jesus Christ is a gift which God gives to us and one which should be accepted gratefully and responsibly. Our Church teaches that receiving Holy Communion frequently is encouraged. Our Church also teaches that a preparation is expected. Preparation for Holy Communion can vary from person to person. The minimum preparation to receive Holy Communion is to fast from meat on Wednesday and Friday and not eat anything on the morning, prior to receiving Holy Communion. For those who must take medication that requires food, they are permitted to eat that which is necessary for their health. Furthermore, the Church teaches us to fast on particular days during the year and especially during the four main fast periods. These four main fast periods are in preparation of holy days of the year, as follows: December (Nativity of our Lord) Great Lent (before Holy Week and Easter) Monday after All Saints Day through 28 June (the Apostles), 1 14 August (the Dormition of the Theotokos) Each of us is encouraged to approach the Chalice to receive Holy Communion in love and in peace, gratefully and responsibly.

8 Upcoming Events Monday, November 10 U.S. Marine Corps Birthday Tuesday, November 11 Veteran's Day St. Paul Bible Study 10am Leisure Timers' Group 12 noon Philoptochos General Meeting 6:30pm Dance Rehearsal--Adult 7pm Wednesday, November 12 Kafeneio 10am Vesperal Liturgy of Saint John Chrysostom 5:30pm St. John Patristic Study 7pm Thursday, November 13 Greek School 5pm Parish Council Meeting 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal 6:30pm Adult Greek School 7pm Friday, November 14 Book Corner 10am Saturday, November 15 Yoga Class 10am IOCC Wine Tasting Fundraiser 7pm Sunday, November 16 General Assembly following the Divine Services Junior High GOYA and Senior High GOYA Chili Cookoff following the Divine Services Tuesday, November 18 St. Paul Bible Study 10am Philoptochos Board Meeting 6:30pm Dance Rehearsal--Adult 7pm Wednesday, November 19 Kafeneio 10am St. John Patristic Study 7pm Thursday, November 20 Greek School 5pm Choir Rehearsal 6:30pm Saturday, November 22 Yoga Class 10am Chrismation 10am Christening 11am Trisagion at cemetery 2pm Sunday, November 23 Greek School Loukoumades Fundraiser following the Divine Services GOYA Orthodox Life Meeting 5pm Monday, November 24 Vesperal Liturgy of Saint Katherine 5:30pm Tuesday, November 25 Dance Rehearsal--Adult 7pm Wednesday, November 26 Kafeneio 10am Thursday, November 27 Parish Office closed in observance of Thanksgiving holiday. Friday, November 28 Parish Office closed in observance of Thanksgiving holiday. Saturday, November 29 Junior High and Senior High GOYA Soup Kitchen Yoga Class 10am Sunday, November 30 No Church School Tuesday, December 2 St. Paul Bible Study 10am Missions Committee Meeting 7pm Dance Rehearsal--Adult 7pm Wednesday, December 3 Kafeneio 10am Madrigal Meeting 7pm St. John Patristic Study 7pm Thursday, December 4 Greek School 5pm Choir Rehearsal 6:30pm Saturday, December 6 Divine Liturgy--Saint Nicholas 9:30pm Yoga Class 10:30 am Madrigal Dinner 12:30pm Madrigal Dinner 9pm OPERATING ACCOUNT ACTIVITY Period of (10/26/14-11/1/14) Income $13, Expense $6, Year to date Income $700, Year to date Expense $692, HOLY TRINITY FINANCIAL UPDATE BUILDING ACCOUNT ACTIVITY Year to date mortgage paid through 11/1/14 $168, (Mortgage is not included in Operating Account Activity Expenses) Mortgage Balance $ 795, (excluding interest)