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1 Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church 60 Traverse Road Newport News VA Volume February 2018 Issue T C + R I N S I D E T H I S I S S U E : February Sundays, Acolytes, Readers Hi-Lites 2 Journey to Pascha 3 Registry / Announcements Church, Club & Community News 4 5 Vasilopita Luncheon 6-7 Youth Activities 7 Community Events 8 PC Minutes 9-10 Christmas Offerings Calendar 11 Judgment Sunday Feb 11 Forgiveness Sunday Feb 18 Great and Holy Lent Feb 19 Sunday of Orthodoxy Feb 25 Parish Assembly Feb 25 AHEPA Super Bowl Party Feb 4 HWPS Dinner Theatre Feb 24 F F G T F A C U For many, the annual visit to our physician s office for a physical can be both positive and negative. Most physicians have our records on a computer and can quickly reference the results of last year s physical and remind us of what we were told in case we forgot. With the arrival of February 19th, we will once again get the opportunity to re-examine ourselves and do what needs to be done during Great and Holy Lenten period. The Church prescribes a diet that can benefit our spirituality: a period of fasting; extra services for our participation, and Epistle and Gospel readings which will remind us of the road of humility of which we must all travel. Rev. Alexander Schmemann, of Blessed Memory, in his classic book Great Lent: Journey to Pascha made it easy to grasp a better understanding of not only Great and Holy Lent, but the Sundays leading up to Clean O C M Monday. The book is a must read for all Orthodox Christians. We cannot walk the walk of the Lenten period without fully understanding what each step means and how we are to cross the finishing line on Holy Pascha. Our Parish of Saints Constantine and Helen will offer the following Lenten services which will give us all the opportunity to participate in the readings of the services. On Monday evenings we will gather for Compline at 6:00 p.m.; the Presanctified Liturgies will be celebrated on Wednesdays, and the Salutation Services on Friday evenings at 7 p.m. Also, the three Saturday of Souls will be celebrated on February 10th, 17th, and 24th; in which we are all encouraged to submit the names of the deceased for commemoration. Let us not miss all these opportunities for worship so that as an Orthodox Community we can grow together spiritually rejoicing in the rich Liturgical tradition of our Church. Orthodox Christian Missionaries Thomas and Elizabeth Manuel visited our Parish on January 28, participating in the Divine Liturgy and discussing during the coffee hour their upcoming mission to Guatemala in the Summer of Thomas is the son of Father John Manuel of Saint Nicholas Church in Virginia Beach and Elizabeth is a native of Norfolk and member of the Annunciation Cathedral. Thomas and Elizabeth will serve as teachers and witnesses to the Mayan people, encouraging and modeling life of faithful Orthodox while assisting in the development of the mission in Guatemala. They have been drawn to serve in Guatemala based on past experiences in the country and are overjoyed to have the opportunity to return to serve. Your prayers of support and financial support are appreciated. Please visit the Orthodox Christian Mission Center at for more information.

2 The Cross+Roads Page 2 Glory Be To God Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church 60 Traverse Road Newport News VA Phone (757) Fax (757) Addresses: priest@ office@ parishcouncil@ youthdirector@ webmaster@ admin@ schgochurch.va.goarch.org Office Hours Monday Through Friday 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Priest Father George Chioros Work Home Mobile frgchioros@aol.com Parish Council Frank Peri, President John Dermanis, Vice Pres. Zena Mageras, Treasurer Bobby Garofalis, Asst. Treas. Kent Paumier, Secretary Greg Bicouvaris Stavroula Gailey Tom Grepiotis Nick Matthews Anastasia Theodorogiannis Barry Hendricks, Past Pres. Chanters Tim Sofis Harry Fotiou John Williams Ben Franks Church Secretary Sylvia Marcin Archdiocese on the web F S Apolytikion for Saints Constantine & Helen, Equal-to-the Apostles in the Plagal of the Fourth Tone Having seen the image of Thy Cross in Heaven, and like Paul, having received the call not from men, Thine apostle among kings entrusted the commonwealth to Thy hand, O Lord. Keep us always in peace, by the intercessions of the Theotokos, O only Friend of man. Τοῦ Σταυροῦ σου τὸν τύπον ἐν οὐρανῷ θεασάμενος, καὶ ὡς ὁ Παῦλος τὴν κλήσιν οὐκ ἐξ ἀνθρώπων δεξάμενος, ὁ ἐν βασιλεύσιν, Ἀπόστολός σου Κύριε, Βασιλεύουσαν πόλιν τὴ χειρί σου παρέθετο ἣν περίσωζε διὰ παντὸς ἐν εἰρήνῃ, πρεσβείαις τῆς Θεοτόκου, μόνε Φιλάνθρωπε. See Page 3 for Readings FEBRUARY 4 SAINTS AND FEASTS COMMEMORATED Sunday of the Prodigal Son Isidore of Pelusium Nicholas the Confessor Hieromartyr Abramius John the Righteous, Bishop of Irinopolis FEBRUARY 11 SAINTS AND FEASTS Judgment Sunday (Meatfare Sunday) Blaise the Holy Martyr of Sebastia Philoptochos Stavroula Gailey, President Religious Education Helen Micha, Director Greek School Paula Tofalli, Aphrodite Christopoulos Youth Ministry Stephanie Peri and Kent Paumier, Advisors Acolytes Barry Hendricks, Director JOY/HOPE Helen Micha, Director Bookstore Elizabeth Puckett Cross+Roads Nick Vlattas Theodora the Empress Finding of the relics of Zachariah the Prophet, Father of the Holy Forerunner George the Serbian FEBRUARY 18 SAINTS AND FEASTS Leo the Great, Pope of Rome Agapetus the Confessor, Bishop of Sinai Forgiveness Sunday Flavian the Confessor, Patriarch of Constantinople The Holy Apostles of the Seventy Philemon, Apphia, Archippus, and Onesimus WISDOM OF THE FATHERS Here it were well to sigh aloud, and to wail bitterly: for not only do we imitate the hypocrites, but we have even surpassed them. St. John Chrysostom, Homily 20 on Matthew 6, 4th Century FEBRUARY 25 SAINTS AND FEASTS Holy Martyr Alexander of Thrace Sunday of Orthodoxy Tarasius, Patriarch of Constantinople Reginos, Bishop of Skopelos Markellos, Bishop of Apamea WISDOM OF THE FATHERS Peter, when after so many miracles and such high doctrine he confessed that, "Thou art the Son of God" (Matt. xvi. 16), is called "blessed," as having received the revelation from the Father; St. John Chrysostom, Homily 21 on John 1, 1. B#58, pp. 72, 73, 4th Century P M O ACOLYTES FEBRUARY 18 Team A Jorgie Polyzos Yianni Tsimplekis James St. Martin Dean Peri FEBRUARY 4 & 25 Team B Ethan Detweiler Cris Campbell Soterios Tofalli Kyprianos Tofalli FEBRUARY 11 Team C Hayden Hendricks Georgios Haramis Christos Konstantinou Christopher Myers Christopher Micha EPISTLE READERS Please contact Barry Hendricks if you are interested in reading the Epistle during the Sunday Divine Liturgy. bhendricks@cox.net February 4: Joe Saur 11: (GOYA) 18: Helen George 25: James Woodbury Greek Orthodox Youth Association (GOYA) Christina Myers, President Kent Paumier, Advisor Young Adult League (YAL) Anastasia Theodorogiannis, President Golden Hearts Helen George, President Order of AHEPA Nick Matthews, President Daughters of Penelope Kathy Matthews, President Hellenic Womens Penelope Society Aleksandra Garofalis, Helen Vaughn, Co-Presidents Hellenic Youth Dancers Bobby Garofalis, Director

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4 The Cross+Roads Page 4 C R / A DEATHS: Our sympathies to Tom and Judy Pantelides on the recent death of Tom's mother Evroulla Pantelides whose funeral took place at the Annunciation Cathedral in Norfolk on January 23rd. ILL AND NEEDING OUR PRAYERS: We wish a speedy and complete recovery to our friends and fellow parishioners who have been ill and/or hospitalized recently: Libby Grepiotis, Angie Karatsikis, Stacy Koumbas, Jeannete Orlino Agnes Samos an John Thomas. PERASTIKA SAS!!!!!! THANK YOU: Anna Mageras would like to thank parishioners for their prayers, phone calls and cards while she was ill. PARISH ASSEMBLY: Our next Parish General Assembly is scheduled for Sunday, February 25 following a luncheon after Service. CHURCH YARD SALE: SAVE THE DATE - REMINDER that the CHURCH YARD SALE will be held on February 10th, 2018 between 8 am and 4 pm in Sacalis Hall - proceeds to benefit ongoing maintenance projects. Donations may be dropped off at the church beginning on Monday, February 5th PARISH COUNCIL: The 2018 Parish Council took the oath of office on January 7, Frank Peri was elected Parish Council President. The entire Council is shown in the first column of page 1 of the Cross+Roads. Thank you for your service to our Parish. CALL FOR ALTAR BOYS: Young Men Needed to Serve As Altar Boys We are always looking for reliable and faithful young men, between the ages of 8 and 18, to join our dedicated team of acolytes and serve their Church as Altar Boys. Our community is fortunate to have a dedicated group of young men currently serving as Altar Boys. Our acolytes are organized into three teams who serve once every three weeks (around 17 times throughout the year). A separate schedule is published for Holy Week and most Altar Boys serve during two services that week. When serving during a particular week, we ask that the boys arrive promptly a few minutes before the start of the Liturgy (roughly 9:50 to 10:00). If your son is nervous about serving, no worries, there are plenty of skilled and seasoned members of the team who will introduce him to the responsibilities and help bring him along. The schedule and team assignments for this Ecclesiastical Year started this past September, but it is not too late to join. I would like to add your son as a new Altar Boy starting shortly after the first of the year. If your son is interested, I d like to invite you to attend an information session on February 18th, immediately following Sunday School, in one of the upstairs classrooms. Or you can talk to me at church, send me an at brhendricks@cox.net, or call In closing, service as an Altar Boy in the liturgical celebrations of our Church remains one of prominence and distinction. It is considered the foundation and development of a young man s stewardship to the Church; a service that is offered to God as a regular offering of talent and ability, and is an experience which every young man will cherish for the rest of his life. I pray your son will join our team. ATTENDANCE December December December December December Dec 2017 Ave 149 Dec 2016 Ave 143 January 7 93 January January January Jan 2018 Ave 138 Jan 2017 Ave 124 YTD 2017 Ave 143 YTD 2016 Ave 138 Koliva If you would like to purchase Koliva for memorials, you may contact: Helen George Anastasia Savrides Athena Savvas Cross+Roads CHURCH LIST Subscribe to the church list for monthly links to the Cross+Roads and important church announcements at: DEADLINE Please information no later than the 20th day of the month to Nick Vlattas nvlattas@hewv.com

5 The Cross+Roads Page 5 C, C C N PHILOPTOCHOS We thank all our members who worked so diligently to prepare and serve our Vasilopita Luncheon of January 14. The meal was delicious as always. Our heartfelt thanks go to our great chefs for once again giving us an excellent meal. Of course, our sincere thanks also to our patrons for their continued support and patronage, without whose continued support we would be unable to pursue the funding of our various charitable efforts. Those we help thank you as well. Ladies of the Philoptochos and all members of our Community, we continue to work with our AOK Project. If you are interested in being part of the very worthwhile project either by participating physically or helping financially or otherwise, please contact Ellie Costulis, H , C , and let her know that you want to help. Also, be sure to bring us your "box tops for education" and deposit them in the appropriate receptacle in the Narthex. Our Literacy Committee continues to help area schools through these "box tops for education" to purchase needed classroom items that are not otherwise funded by school appropriations. Don't forget also to inform Kathy Dermanis of any military members of our Community that you might know who are deployed overseas. Kathy and her committee will make sure that such person or persons receive a package of goodies from home. Our February obligations to the National are: A contribution to the Autism Assistance Fund which heightens awareness of autism with assistance and support; also, a contribution to Saint Photios Shrine which provides assistance to preserve the Saint Photios National Shrine. Our February meeting will be Monday, February 5 in the Community Center, starting at 6:30 pm with refreshments. Hosting this meeting are Sheree Konstantinou and Kathy Haramis. DAUGHTERS OF PENELOPE On February 10, the Anticlea Chapter of Richmond will host the mid-year District Meeting at Saints Constantine and Helen Cathedral in Richmond. The meeting will start at 10:00 am and last till 3:00 pm. Lunch will be served. The DOP Grand Vicepresident, Demi Thomas as well as the Grand Governor, Stella Sinks will attend and will make a presentation on the duties and responsibilities of Chapter Officers. Furthermore, the pre-district Convention Committees will discuss the possible actions of the convention in June. Sisters, Chapter dues are $38.00 and are payable now. Please, remit your dues to Maria Vidakis, corr. secretary, who will issue you a receipt before turning the money over to the treasurer. Those sisters who have let their membership lapse may be reinstated now with the $15.00 re-instatement fee being waved during the month of February. Our February meeting will be Thursday, February 22, in the AHEPA Family Home, starting with dinner at 6:30 pm. ORDER OF AHEPA Happy New Year! AHEPA FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS are now available at the AHEPA FAMILY CENTER. To be eligible for a scholarship, the applicant must be the son or daughter of either a member of Charis Eleni Chapter #337 of the Daughters of Penelope or of the Woodrow Wilson Chapter #241 of the Order of Ahepa. The deadline for submission is April 30, AGORA (GREEK MARKET) A variety of delicious food items are available at the Ahepa Family Center including feta, Kalamata olives, extra virgin olive oil, dolmades, tarama, orzo, fillo, Greek coffee, just to name a few. Don t miss out! SUPER BOWL PARTY Sunday, February 4, :00pm Fellow parishioners are invited to join in with the enjoyment of watching the NFL SUPER BOWL on a 50 inch TV screen while enjoying the delicious food prepared by our AHEPA CHEFS. Beef and Pork Bar-B-Q is the main dish along with various sides. Numerous snacks will also be available while everyone enjoys the excitement of the game. Table games will be available as well. Come and enjoy the delicious food and the great fellowship for only $10 per person! HELLENIC WOMAN S PENELOPE SOCIETY The February meeting of the Hellenic Woman s Penelope Society (HWPS) will be held on Sunday, February 18 th after church services at the Sacalis Room of the Hellenic Center. Cleo Pileggi will serve as hostess. It is imperative that members attend this meeting since we will be discussing the final preparations for the Dinner Theater. The 18 th Annual Dinner Theater will be held on Saturday, February 24th. The Peninsula Community Theater will present Cupid s Cabaret, which will feature love songs from famous Broadway musicals. There will also be a brief appearance by Beyana Bebe Soldo. Greek hors d oeuvres and wine will be served at 6:00 pm, followed by dinner at 6:30 pm and curtain at 8:00 pm. As in the past, we are looking forward to hosting yet another successful dinner theater. The price of the ticket is $35.00 per person. Checks should be made payable to HWPS and mailed to Marika Anthony at 51 Settlers Road, Newport News, VA Reservations will be accepted through Monday, February 19th. Please call to make reservations. Tables will be reserved for guests who have made their paid reservations by the due date, and will be assigned in the order by which they were received. All others will be directed to find seats in open seating areas. Our Fall Bake Sale was very successful, and we thank all our friends from within and outside the Orthodox community for their support each year. Our core members also deserve a lot of credit for always answering the call to action and working diligently to assure the success of every project we undertake. The proceeds from the bake sale helped us to pay off the remaining balance for the 400 banquet chairs we had purchased for the Hellenic Center. Kudos to all of us for undertaking such a big project and for bringing it to fruition in less than three years. Again, we express our love and gratitude to our anonymous member for loaning us the money to complete the last payment of our project. Our Christmas get-together on December 10 th was a fulfilling and spiritually moving event. Our members donated many items for the Menchville House and the angelic voices of the Hampton Roads Academy s choral ensemble left us spiritually moved. We express our appreciation to this wonderful group and to their outstanding director, Mrs. Robin Steinberger. We also thank our wonderful hostesses Anna and Zena Mageras, Stephanie Kailos, Leah Hionis, and Athena Savvas for the delicious brunch and Frances Polizos for the beautiful decorations. We extend our love and best wishes for a speedy recovery to Mrs. Jeanette Orlino and Mrs. Angie Karatsikis who are ill and undergoing rehabilitation at the Riverside Rehabilitation Facility on Buxton Avenue in Newport News. May the Lord be with you both and protect you always. REFRESHMENTS We thank all those parishioners who served as hosts in December and January. The hosts for February are: Feb 4: M/M Al Mignogna, M/M Kurt Smith, Ms. Maria Mitchum, Ms. Joanna Vallas Feb. 11: M/M Kent Paumier, M/MJohn Pawluk, M/ M Dimitri Petrakos Feb. 18: Dr. Stavroula Gailey Feb. 25: M/M Angelo Petrou, Mr. Sam Phillos, Ms. Elizabeth Puckett, M/M Jason Holbrook, M/M John Samos

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7 The Cross+Roads Page 7 Y A Sunday School Christmas program held on Dec 17 (top photo) GOYA basketball team at Richmond Tournament on January 20 (bottom photo) The 2018 Vasilopita luncheon sponsored by Philoptochos to raise money for Saint Basil Academy and other philanthropic causes was held on January 14. Organizations and ministries receiving Vasilopita (photographs left) are represented as follows: Ecumenical Patriarchate Jack Georgalas; Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America Maria Stefanis; Metropolis of New Jersey Father George; Saint Basil Academy Voula Vretakis; Saints Constantine and Helen Frank Peri; Philoptochos Society Stavroula Gailey; Golden Hearts Sylvia Marcin; GOYA Christina Myers; Sunday School Hope Zambas; Greek School Aphrodite Christopoulos; Choir Gary Nicholls, Joanna Vallas, Jackie Anas; Chanters Tim Sofis; Altar Boys Barry Hendricks; Joy/Hope Bill Ringas; Hellenic Youth Dancers Nia Theodorogiannis; Hellenic Woman s Penelope Society Helen Vaughn; AHEPA Nick Matthews; Daughters of Penelope Jackie Anas; Bookstore Elizabeth Puckett; Cross+Roads Nick Vlattas; Festival Chris Zambas, Barbara France; Church Office Sylvia Marcin, Voula Vretakis. Thank you to Kiki Canavos for baking the Vasilopita and to Philoptochos for the philanthropic work they do for the church.

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9 The Cross+Roads Page 9 P C M NOVEMBER 20, 2017 I: Call to Order/Opening Prayer: Present: Father George Chioros, Barry Hendricks, Bob Demson, Nick Matthews, Zena Mageras, Peter Johns, Greg Bicouvaris, Joanna Vallas, Tom Grepiotis, Dr. Stavroula Gailey Absent: Howard Mandeville, Elias Doulgerakis Guest: Barbara France, Kent Paumier, Frank Peri, John Dermanis, Dr. Bobby Garofalis, Anastasia Theodorogiannis The meeting convened at 18:35 with an opening prayer by Father George. The following items were discussed: II: Minutes: Peter Johns made motion to approve the meeting minutes of the October 2017 meeting; seconded by Greg Bicouvaris, passed unanimously. III: Correspondence: Letter dated October 17, 2017 from His Eminence Metropolitan Evangelos of New Jersey on the financial crisis with the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. Letter dated October 30, 2017 from His Eminence Metropolitan Evangelos of New Jersey following up on his Oct 17 letter in regards to the financial situation of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese. Also included is the financial report presented at the Archdiocesan Council Meetings by Mr. Michael Psaros, treasurer of the Archdiocesan Council. Letter dated October 31, 2017 from Peter Arbes, Chairman of the Metropolis Finance Committee informing us of our 2018 Total Commitment to the Archdiocese. Passed to Zena Mageras, Treasurer, for input in 2018 Budget. Letter dated October 31, 2017 from the Benefits Committee of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America outlining the Clergy Compensation Plan guidelines for Passed to Zena Mageras, Treasurer, for input in 2018 Budget. IV: Treasurer s Report: Zena Mageras presented the Balance Sheet and Budget/Actuals (attached) V: Visitor s Comments: Barbara France reported on the rentals. No additional rentals until mid-feb. After mid-feb, rentals are booked through June Barbara discussed the status of our industrial mixer. Our current mixer had been repaired by Jack Georgalas team at TriCities and was working a few weeks leading up to the fall festival. It was returned to TriCities last week for further repair and unit s age and unavailability of parts we don t know when it will be returned or if it can even be repaired. Immediate problem facing us is that the Ladies Philoptochos will be preparing and baking Vasilopita in the next two weeks and need a mixer to mix the dough. Barbara has checked various rental vendors and they don t have industrial mixers for rent. She has also checked with Costa Theodorogiannis and he has a lead on one we might be able to borrow, problem is it is in Winston Salem. Barbara is checking with Restaurant Depot to see if they have any leads on mixers. A new 60 qt. industrial mixer runs between $12K to $16K. Barbara agreed to work all sources, to include some leads Dick Moylan has. Nick Matthews will investigate leads with some contacts he has.. With the Thanksgiving Holiday this week, time is of the essence and we will need to make a decision soon. VI: Committee Reports: Youth Ministry Barry announced that Ben Franks tendered his resignation as Director of Youth Ministries and his last day is November 21, Parish Council will immediately begin the search for a new Youth Ministry Director to include activating the job announcement on orthodoxjobs.com. Below is his final report: On November 11 & 12, our GOYA team, comprised of 7 kids, attended the Norfolk GOYA Basketball Tournament. The Hampton Roads Young Adults Events now occur twice a month. The most recent event was held on November 14 with 45 young adults attending. Of those attending, 7 young adults from the Peninsula Parishes attended. The next Orthodoxy on Tap will be November 30. The Sunday School Christmas Play rehearsal is December 16 and the performance will be December 17. Sts Constantine & Helen GOYA members are signed up for the Richmond Tournament taking place January 20-21, The William & Mary OCF retreat is scheduled for February 2-3, The CNU OCF continues to meet every Tuesday. Bobby Garofalis will forward to Barry Hendricks names of young boys in dance who might be interested in serving as Alter Boys. Missions Ministry Dr. Stavroula Gailey No report House Committee Barbara France See Visitor s Comments Section Festival Committee 2017 Fall Festival was very successful. John Dermanis will be providing the final financial report for Fall Festival at the December Parish Council Meeting. The Parish Council thanked John Dermanis for all his efforts for Fall Festival. Maintenance Committee Check issued for $1,300 for the purchase of tile for the Library. Cracks in seals above the front upstairs classroom windows need to be resealed. Cracks in brick walls around the library to be repointed. Lighting outside Chapel door needs replacement. In the Gym, a smoke detector near the back side door was hit with a basketball and broke the on/off key, needs to be looked at. Centurion Campaign Barry Hendricks: Campaign is winding down and will officially end on December 31, Stewardship Ministry Nick Matthews: As of the November 20, 2017, we have received 188 pledges. Total Stewardship Paid: $140, Total Stewardship Due: $82, Stewardship Commitment $168, Unpledged Received $11, Total Fund (1) Received $152, Total Funds (2&3) Recd. $113, Total Funds (1, 2, & 3) $265, Notes: Fund (1) Pledged and Unpledged Fund (2) MISC Other Fund(3) Renovation Fundraiser Other Committees No other reports VII: Priest s Report Father George Sts Constantine & Helen is hosting the PORT Project to feed and shelter the homeless on Dec We need volunteers to assist in the effort every day/night and on Dec 17 and 18 when we will cook and serve for dinner and breakfast. Our Church provided 86 pounds of food to the Food Bank on November 17. Thank you to those that donated food and placed these offerings in the barrel in the Narthex. The Youth Challenge Banquet was held in Sacalis Hall on November 11. (Continued on page 10) Super Bowl Party 2018 The Community is invited to WATCH the GAME with US! Sunday, February 4th, 2018, 6:00 PM AHEPA Family Center BIG SCREEN HD TV HEAVY HORS D OEUVRES, SNACKS, BEER & WINE FOOTBALL POOL-$20.00 SQUARES- $1, PAY-OUT TABLE GAMES & FELLOWSHIP Only $10.00

10 The Cross+Roads Page 10 P C M ( ) (Continued from page 9) Thank you to all of the volunteers that made the evening a success. Father George attended the National Clergy Retreat in Leesburg, VA. 185 priests attended. Father George and Flora attended the Banquet at Saint Basil Antiochian Orthodox Church on Friday, November 17. Father was pleased to report that they have made great progress in the construction and renovation of the building these last 3 years. Please fill out the form for the Christmas Card and Poinsettias as soon as possible and return before the deadline to ensure we have enough time to prepare for the card mailing. If you know of anyone that is moving or relocating, please advise the Church Office so the mailing list can be updated. Earlier this month, at the 16th National Philoptochos Children s Medical Fund Luncheon.in Garfield, NJ, our Church and the Philoptochos were listed as donors of $1,000. Adult Education will have 2 more sessions; November 30 and December 6. Thank you to John Dermanis and Barbara France and all of the volunteers for helping during the Fall Festival and making it a success. Father thanked all the new members of the Parish Council and reviewed their responsibilities. VIII: Unfinished Business: Library repairs to be updated at the next meeting. VIII: New Business: Support to Regional Youth Ministry Events. We received a request from the Orthodox Christian Clergy Brotherhood of Hampton Roads for support to regional youth ministry events: A. Request for $1,000 payable to the "Virginia District Fund". This fund, centered at the Cathedral in Richmond, serves as a resource pool for regional youth events among the Greek Orthodox parishes. From this account, ground work is laid for the annual Spring GOYA Lenten Retreat and Camp Good Shepherd - Virginia. All the Greek Orthodox churches in the area are contributing to this fund, with each church contributing to its ability. This fund was established by the clergy and youth ministry directors so no community is burdened with seed money to organize these events. B. Request for $250 payable to the "Orthodox Christian Clergy Brotherhood of Hampton Roads". Each parish is asked to provide seed money to support the Orthodox Christian Fellowship (OCF) Retreat held annually at the College of William and Mary. Peter made motion to support the above items and Nick seconded; approved unanimously. John Dermanis and Bobby Garofalis discussed the plans for the upcoming New Year s Eve Party. IX: Adjournment: Fr. George offered the closing prayer at Next PC meeting is December 11, 2017 at 6:30. X: Certification: Respectfully Submitted Robert V Demson, Secretary DECEMBER 11, 2017 I: Call to Order/Opening Prayer: Present: Father George Chioros, Barry Hendricks, Bob Demson, Nick Matthews, Zena Mageras, Peter Johns, Greg Bicouvaris, Tom Grepiotis, Dr. Stavroula Gailey, Howard Mandeville, Elias Doulgerakis, Joanna Vallas Absent: Guest: John Dermanis, Anastasia Theodorogiannis The meeting convened at 18:32 with an opening prayer by Father George. The following items were discussed: II: Minutes: Peter Johns made motion to approve the meeting minutes of the November 2017 meeting; seconded by Greg Bicouvaris, passed unanimously. III: Correspondence: Flyer from the Newport News Police Department notifying our community on an upcoming workshop on Security and Safety for Places of Worship on Friday, January 19, 2018 (9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.). The registration deadline is January 12, Also received with the flyer was an information form to complete and submit to the NNPD (Barry completed the form and copy is filed with minutes). IV: Treasurer s Report: Zena Mageras presented the Balance Sheet and Budget/Actuals (attached) Nick Matthews made motion to transfer $29,000 to the Morgan Stanley Investment Account; seconded by Elias Doulgerakis. Passed unanimously. V: Visitor s Comments: No comments VI: Committee Reports: Youth Ministry Father George will provide input on youth ministry activities during the Priest s Report. Barry reported that the position announcement for the Director of Youth Ministries position was posted on OrthodoxJobs.com on November 27, As of the meeting we haven t received any inquires. Missions Ministry Dr. Stavroula Gailey Received letter to request financial assistance for an Orthodox student studying at Kenyata University. Both his parents were killed recently. Annual tuition is $1,392. Stavroula will get more information for discussion during the next meeting.. House Committee Barbara France gave Barry an update to report prior to the meeting the new mixer is set up and being used. She provided a tutorial to those who will use the machine for proper operation. It was suggested that only properly trained personnel operate the mixer. Barry suggested that we contact Youth Challenge for a deep cleaning of the kitchen and hospitality areas (hall, foyer, and bathrooms). The best time would be between Youth Challenge and New Year s Eve. We would offer a donation. Festival Committee John Dermanis reported that the 2017 Fall Festival was very successful. He is finalizing the numbers with the office and believes we will see a gross income of $125,000 and roughly 50% in expenses. This is $9,000 more than last year s event. Maintenance Committee Check issued for $1,300 for the purchase of tile for the Library. Tiles were ordered from Home Depot. The tile renovation will take 3-4 days. Cracks in seals above the front upstairs classroom windows need to be resealed. Barry discussed this during the October meeting and Howard will present an estimate during New Business. Cracks in brick walls around the library to be repointed. Lighting outside Chapel door needs replacement. Centurion Campaign Barry Hendricks: Campaign is winding down and will officially end on December 31, Detailed summaries have been provided during previous meetings and the General Assembly. Current balance in the Wells Fargo Renovation Campaign Account is $6,849 and we still have $100,000 line of credit available with Zenith Bank. The incoming Parish Council will need to determine if that line of credit will be renewed or let it expire. Barry asked that we correct the October meeting minutes where he referred to the generous gift made by Jack and Mary Georgalis as the Georgalis Family Gift. Barry apologized and said this by no means was meant to offend anyone.. Stewardship Ministry Nick Matthews: As of the December 11, 2017, we have received 191 pledges. Total Stewardship Paid $151, Total Stewardship Due $ 15, Stewardship Commitment $167, Unpledged Received $9, Total Fund (1) Received $161, Total Funds (2&3) Recd. $17, Total Funds (1, 2, & 3) 121, Notes: Fund (1) Pledged and Unpledged Fund (2) MISC Other Fund(3) Renovation Fundraiser Other Committees No other reports VII: Priest s Report Father George Sts Constantine & Helen is hosting the PORT Project to feed and shelter the those less fortunate in our community Dec We need volunteers to assist in the effort every day/night and on Dec 17 and 18 when we will cook and serve for dinner and breakfast. GOYA will be singing Christmas Carols This Sunday, December 17 is the Christmas Program and rehearsal is Saturday, December 16 at 10:30. Christmas Eve Services Orthros at 8:45AM and Devine Liturgy at 10:00AM. In the evening, Great Vespers are at 9:00PM followed by Orthros and the Devine Liturgy of Saint Basil. There will be no Liturgy on Christmas Day, Dec 25th. New Year s Eve Party is Sunday, December 31 starting at 9:00PM Philoptochos Vasilopita Luncheon is Sunday January 7 to benefit Saint Basil s Academy. Father thanked the outgoing Parish Council members for their service; Barry Hendricks for his leadership along with Bob Demson, Howard Mandeville, Joanna Vallas and Peter Johns. Sunday, January 7, 2018 is the date for the Parish Council Swearingin Ceremony. VIII: Unfinished Business: New Year s Eve party committee is finalizing preparations. VIII: New Business: Cracks in seals above the front upstairs classroom windows need to be resealed. RCI did a site survey in order to prepare a proposal. Estimate (Continued on page 11)

11 The Cross+Roads C O T G G P CHURCH FRONT DOOR WREATHES Dr. Michael & Nia Kokorelis POINSETTIAS: Anas Family: Memory of our parents Nick & Dottie Andre: Memory of our parents Georgia & Barney Barnes: Memory of Fr. George Mamangakis, Sheila W. Barnes Leroy & Joanna Bossetti: Thanksgiving for the blessings of our Church Fr. George, Pres. Flora & Dean: Memory of Presvytera Mosha Despotides & John Despotides Bob & Trish Demson: Memory of Stathis & Patricia Demson Dermanis Family: George & Anna Gasparis; Sylvia & John Matthews Faye Evans: Memory of Stelios & Dorothy Andrews John & Barbara France: Memory of John & Maria Nemechek; Paul E. France Alexa & Alvin Garrison: Memory of Andra & Alex Fragakis; Doris & Linwood Garrison Grepiotis Family: Memory of Arthur D. Grepiotis & John A. Grepiotis Jesse & Evangelia Hanline Roger, Dina & Kristina Headrick: Thanksgiving for God s many blessings Barry & Ruth Hendricks: Memory of our parents who have gone to eternal rest Chris, Elaine & Theresa Jansen: Memory of Phoebos Karageorgis and Sophie Kiklis Mr. & Mrs,John Karatsikis and Mrs. Angie Karatsikis: Thanksgiving for the Karatsikis Family Anna & Zena Mageras: Health of Anna & Zena Mageras; Memory of Sam Mageras & Grandparents Malliarakis Familiy: Memory of Nicolas John Malliarakis Sylvia Marcin: Memory of John Michael, Thomas Whitfield & Christine Athena Markos: Memory of Pete N. Markos Maurakis Families: Memory of Cosmas and Sophia John & Mary: Memory of Antigone Marcou, Aristides Michos Chris Movroydis: Memory of Aristides C. Movroydis Kent & Georgene Paumier: Honor of Lambros & Paumier Families Russian School of Hampton Roads Joe & Jane Saur Helen Siokis: Memory of Soterios Siokis & Soterios Gouletas Charita Paul Stavrou: Memory of Stavro & Polyectos Pete, Dianne & Michael Sun: Memory of Chris & Cleo Zervos Angelo, Nia, Anasatasia & Costa Theodorogiannis: Memory of Athanasios & Anastasia Kokinos & Konstantinos & Zoe Theodorogiannis Stavroula Valentin: Memory of Joseph Valentin Joanna T. Vallas: Memory of Mr. & Mrs. Theo Vallas Barb & Nick Vlattas: Memory of Pat Burgin, Bob Burgin, Emmanuel & Anna Vlattas Voula & Nick Vretakis: Memory of George & Fotini Vretakis; John & Maria Myrsiades James Woodbury: Memory of Victoria A. Woodbury (Continued from page 10) for 5 windows, drip cap, seals and re -caulk 7 other windows $6,225. Power washing option $1,955 Howard Mandeville is seeking preliminary proposals for replacing the Church s HVAC system, to include the four units and air handlers. In addition, he is getting estimates for both heat pump units and natural gas units. Regarding the natural gas option, Virginia Power has surveyed our site and will run the gas lines at no charge. To move forward with the natural gas option, Virginia Natural Gas, VNG, would require an irrevocable letter of credit from our bank in the amount of $1,800 at contract signing. Suspect the premium/origination on this would by approximately 2%. Barry asked that it be clarified that we are not looking at making an immediate decision and that a new parish council will need to decide how to proceed. We are simply taking prudent measures and getting estimates to help expedite the process next year. Cracks in brick walls around the library to be repointed. Foyer HVAC unit have reached end of life. Replacements to install new unit is scheduled for December 14, Zena asked that we check the dishwasher for leaks. IX: Adjournment: Fr. George offered the closing prayer at Next PC meeting will be determined by the new Parish Council in January X: Certification: Respectfully Submitted Robert V Demson, Secretary February 2018 Page 11 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Friday Presentation of our Lord 9:00 am Orthros / 10:00 am Divine Liturgy 3 Saturday OCF Retreat in Williamsburg 4 Sunday Sunday of the Prodigal Son 8:45 am Orthros 10:00 am Divine Liturgy Memorials 1 Year for Ioannis Siokis 8 Year for Anastasis Zambas 12 Year for Sophia Zambas 12 Year for Mabel Nicholls 24 Year for John Calvin Nicholls 6:30 pm Ahepa Super Bowl Party 5 Monday 6:30pm Philoptochos 6 Tuesday 5:00 pm/8:00 pm Greek School 8 Wednesday 7:15 pm Choir 10 Saturday First Saturday of Souls Saint Haralambos 9:00 am Orthros / 10:00am Divine Liturgy 1:00 pm Baptism 11 Sunday Judgment Sunday Friendship Sunday 8:45 am Orthros 10:00 am Divine Liturgy 13 Tuesday 5:00pm/8:00pm Greek School 14 Wednesday 6:00 pm Paraclesis 7:00 pm Adult Education 7:15 pm Choir 17 Saturday Second Saturday of Souls Saint Theodore the Tyro 9:00 am Orthros 10:00 am Divine Liturgy 18 Sunday Forgiveness Sunday (Cheesefare) 8:45 am Orthros 10:00 am Divine Liturgy 8-Year Trisagion for Dr. Platon Gailey 12:00 HWPS Meeting 19 Monday Great Lent Begins 6:00 pm Compline 7:00 pm Parish Council 20 Tuesday 5:00 pm/8:00 pm Greek School 21 Wednesday 10:00 am Presanctified Liturgy 7:00 pm Adult Education 7:15 pm Choir 22 Thursday 6:45 pm Ahepa/DOP 23 Friday 7:00 pm First Salutations 24 Saturday Third Saturday of Souls 10:00 am Divine Liturgy 25 Sunday Sunday of Orthodoxy Spring General Assembly 8:45 am Orthros 10:00 am Divine Liturgy 6:00 pm Pan Orthodox Vespers (at Dormition in Norfolk) 26 Monday 6:00 pm Compline 27 Tuesday 5:00 pm/8:00 pm Greek School 28 Wednesday 10:00 am Presanctified Liturgy 7:00 pm Adult Education

12 Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church 60 Traverse Road Newport News VA Return Address Requested Non-Profit Org. U.S. POSTAGE PAID Permit No. 50 Newport News Virginia C W G G Sunday Services 8:45 a.m. Matins 10:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy 11:30 a.m. Religious Education (Sep-May) 12:00 a.m. Christian Fellowship (Hellenic Center) Phone (757) Fax (757) Mission Statement The mission of Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church in Newport News, Virginia is to keep, practice, and proclaim the Orthodox Christian Faith. The work and ministry of our Parish will include proclaiming the Gospel, sanctifying the faithful through God's grace in worship, the Divine Liturgy and the Sacraments, and enhancing their spiritual life. We will fulfill the great commission of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ by inviting others into the Church through Baptism and/or Chrismation, educating them in the Orthodox Faith through the establishment of programs, schools and philanthropic activities, and implementing Christian ministries.