Sunday Bulletin August 17, 2014 Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church 13555 Hillcrest Road, Dallas, Texas 75240 Office 972-991-1166 Fax 972-661-1717 www.holytrinity.info Reverend Father Christopher Constantinides Reverend Father Peter Kostakis Reverend Father John Essa Reverend Deacon Mark Pakes Reverend Deacon Athanasios Clint Sharpley
COMMUNION ETIQUETTE If you are either baptized and or confirmed as an Orthodox Christian and have spiritually prepared to receive Holy Communion, please come up from the middle aisle of the Church with reverence and humility, row by row, in a QUIET and ORDERLY fashion, and depart as directed. All those receiving Communion should be baptized and or confirmed Orthodox Christians. If you are married, your marriage must also have been blessed by the Orthodox Church. In receiving Communion, you should place the cloth under your chin, recite your CHRISTIAN NAME, and wipe your mouth after receiving. Women, please remove your lipstick prior to receiving Communion. THANK YOU! PRAYERS FOR OUR SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN Robert Adler, Commander, USN Dale Alexander Michael Artemis, Marines Dana Ray Austin, USN Arthur John Athens, Commandant, USMC Chris Ballas, USN Reserves Brandon Bell, USAF Joseph Biasatti, US Army Michael Bocan-Collins, USN Joseph Bowley, US Army Stephen Cariotis, SSgt. USMC Angelo Carter, 1st Lt., US Army Reserves Peter Costas, Major USAF Michael Gomez, USN 2 Fr. John Kalantzis, Commander, USN Konstantinos Kostibas, 2 nd Lt. USAF Chris Krucke, USN Jeff Lohmann, Lance Corporal, USMC Ryan Lontos, USNJ Nicholas D. Patitsas, USN John Politz, SSgt. US Army Stephen Serniak, Major, USAF David Thomas, Staff Sgt. US Army Dr. Jim Thornton, Commander, USN Raymond Walser, LTC, US Army Ben Winfrey, US Army Corey Zarras, ET3 USN
Sunday, August 7, 017 Hymns at the Small Entrance RESURRECTIONAL HYMN, FIRST MODE GREEN BOOK PAGE 80 THE STONE WAS SEALED PRIEST ENTRANCE HYMN Come, let us worship and bow down before Christ. Save us O Son of God, who did arise from the dead. We sing to You, alleluia! RESURRECTIONAL HYMN, FIRST MODE GREEN BOOK PAGE 80 THE STONE WAS SEALED HYMN OF THE DORMITION, FIRST MODE In birthgiving, you preserved your virginity; in death, you did not abandon the world, O Theotokos. As mother of life, you departed to the source of life, delivering our souls from death by your intercessions. HYMN FOR THE MEMORIAL SERVICE, PLAGAL 4 TH MODE Remember Your servant, O Lord, since You are good, and forgive his every sin in this life; for no one is without sin, except You who are able to give rest to the departed. HYMN OF THE CHURCH, PLAGAL 4 TH MODE GREEN BOOK PAGE 115 O BLESSED ARE YOU KONTAKION OF THE DORMITION, PLAGAL SECOND MODE Neither the grave nor death could contain the Theotokos, the unshakable hope, ever vigilant in intercession and protection. As Mother of life, He who dwelt in the ever-virginal womb transposed her to life. 3
Epistle Reading St. Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians 4:9-16 BRETHREN, God has exhibited us apostles as last of all, like men sentenced to death; because we have become a spectacle to the world, to angels and to men. We are fools for Christ's sake, but you are wise in Christ. We are weak, but you are strong. You are held in honor, but we in disrepute. To the present hour we hunger and thirst, we are ill-clad and buffeted and homeless, and we labor, working with our own hands. When reviled, we bless; when persecuted, we endure; when slandered, we try to conciliate; we have become, and are now, as the refuse of the world, the offscouring of all things. I do not write this to make you ashamed, but to admonish you as my beloved children. For though you have countless guides in Christ, you do not have many fathers. For I became your father in Christ Jesus through the gospel. I urge you, then, be imitators of me. English Reader: Peter Papanicolaou Greek Reader: Lea Papanicolaou Gospel Reading Matthew 17:14-23 At that time, a man came up to Him and kneeling before Him said, "Lord, have mercy on my son, for he is an epileptic and he suffers terribly; for often he falls into the fire, and often into the water. And I brought him to Your disciples, and they could not heal him." And Jesus answered, "O faithless and perverse generation, how long am I to be with you? How long am I to bear with you? Bring him here to me." And Jesus rebuked him, and the demon came out of him, and the boy was cured instantly. Then the disciples came to Jesus privately and said, "Why could we not cast it out?" He said to them, "Because of your little faith. For truly I say to you, if you have faith as a grain of mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, 'Move hence to yonder place,' and it will move; and nothing will be impossible to you. But this kind never comes out except by prayer and fasting." As they were gathering in Galilee, Jesus said to them, "The Son of man is to be delivered into the hands of men, and they will kill Him, and He will be raised on the third day." 4
Daily Commemoration of Saints Sun., Aug. 17 Afterfeast of the Dormition of our Most Holy Lady the Theotokos and Ever Virgin Mary; Straton, Philip, Eutychian, & Cyprian the Martyrs of Nicomedea; Myron the Martyr of Cyzicus Mon., Aug. 18 Floros & Lauros the Monk-martyrs of Illyria; John & George, Patriarchs of Constantinople; Relics of Arsenios the Righteous of Paros; Afterfeast of the Dormition of our Most Holy Lady the Theotokos and Ever Virgin Mary Tues., Aug. 19 Andrew the General & Martyr & his 2,593 soldiers; Wed., Aug. 20 Holy Martyrs Timothy, Agapius and Thecla; Theophanes the New Wonderworker of Macedonia; Afterfeast of the Dormition of our Most Holy Lady the Theotokos and Ever Virgin Mary Samuel the Prophet; Holy Martyr Luke of Bouleutos; Afterfeast of the Dormition of our Most Holy Lady the Theotokos and Ever Virgin Mary Thurs., Aug. 21 The Holy Apostle Thaddaeus; The Holy Martyr Bassa and Her Sons; Theognis, Agapius, and Pistus; Afterfeast of the Dormition of our Most Holy Lady the Theotokos and Ever Virgin Mary Friday, Aug. 22 The Holy Martyr Agathonicus; Holy Martyr Anthuse; Athanasios the Hieromartyr & Bishop of Tarsus Afterfeast of the Dormition of our Most Holy Lady the Theotokos and Ever Virgin Mary; The Synaxis of the Icon of the Mother of God of Prusa Sat., Aug. 23 The Holy Apostle Matthias; Anthony the Martyr of Alexandria; Afterfeast of the Transfiguration of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ 5
Calendar of Events Sunday, August 17 1st Day of Catechetical School 8:15 a.m. Orthros 9:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy (S) 12:15-4:30 p.m. HTHD Practice (Gym) 12:30 p.m. GOYA Board Meeting (BR) Coffee and Tiropita Sale hosted by HTHD in the Community Center following Divine Liturgy. 1 Year Memorial for John Peet Monday, August 18 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Yarn Guild (BR) 6-7 p.m. HTA Meet the Teacher Night (Gym) 7-9 p.m. Cancelled Pickleball (Gym) Tuesday, August 19 1-3 p.m. Sr. Fellowship Committee Mtg. (BR) 1:30-3:30 p.m. Pickleball (Gym) 6:30 p.m. Parish Council Meeting (A) 7 p.m. Choir Practice (Downstairs) Wednesday, August 20 6 p.m. PARAKLESIS (C) Thursday, August 21 7 p.m. Greek School Committee Mtg. (BR) Friday, August 22 No Activiites Saturday, August 23 5 p.m. GREAT VESPERS (C) Sunday, August 24 8:15 a.m. Orthros 9:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy (S) 12:15-4:30 p.m. HTHD Practice (Gym) Catechetical School following Divine Liturgy Coffee hosted by FESTIVAL KICK-OFF COMMITTEE in the Community Center following Divine Liturgy. 6
The Parish Council values your feedback! Do you have comments, questions, or suggestions for how we can better serve the parish? Let us know at pcfeedback@holytrinity.info. Parish Council Schedule August 17 Chris Canellos Christina Hochleutner Jim Chappel Sam Paulos Peter Hronas Mary LeBrecht August 24 Tasos Kaiafas Wade Stephens Matt Naftis Alin Voicu Mary Ann Trapalis Fotis Papanicolaou Catechetical School BEGINS TODAY in the Community Center after Holy Communion. Adult Catechetical Class, taught by Terry Hebert, will begin on Sunday, September 7th, after Holy Communion in the Chapel. Adult Bible Study, taught by John Lucas, begins on Thursday, September 4th, at 10:45 a.m. in the Boardroom of the Community Center. Adult Faith Enrichment, taught by Deacon Clint Sharpley, will begin meeting on Wednesday, October 1st, at 7 p.m. in the Boardroom of the Community Center. 7
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St. Barbara Ladies Philoptochos Audelia Creek Elementary School (Richardson ISD) has many disadvantaged students and they need a Philoptochos guardian angel. Many students arrive at school without needed personal items. Please pickup a few of the following items the next time you are at the store and drop them into the PINK basket by the Church office. Unisex elastic chino style shorts & pants any color- sizes 4T 5T 6T, 6-14 child (can be gently used) BOYS UNDERWEAR SIZE 4T - 6T & child sizes. Unisex deodorant (100) full size Toothpaste full size (100 Toothbrushes have been donated). Band aids (fabric) regular sizes. Small alcohol bottles (travel size) 30 count Non-perishable healthy snack foods. 10
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HOLY TRINITY MEMORIAL WALL & FOUNTAIN Dear Holy Trinity Family, The Memorial Wall & Fountain provides us a way in which we as a community can commemorate the memory of our departed loved ones. The cost per inscription is $100.00 per name. The Holy Trinity Memorial Wall and Fountain is that special place where their Memories Will Be Ever Eternal. It is our hope that you will take this opportunity and place the names of your departed on The Holy Trinity Memorial Wall so they will be remembered for the generations to come. 21 names are needed to complete the 7 th panel of the Memorial Wall. Forms are available in the Community Center on the table across from the office. 12
The Holy Trinity Bookstore Welcomes You! We hope that your Summer was Blessed and Relaxed! We are looking forward to the new school year, the Greek Food Festival, Thanksgiving and Christmas! We are so excited about the Fall & Winter season plus all of the new books we ve ordered for everyone and the new Byzantine Jewelry we ve ordered from Gallery Byzantium. All of their crosses and jewelry are handcrafted in gold and silver. So, visit the "best kept secret in Dallas! The staff is ready to help you with all of your needs: gifts for the home, prayer books, incense burners, charcoal, prayers books, icons, and much, much more. Our featured books for August and September are Daily Vitamins for Spiritual Growth (Volume 2) by Anthony Coniaris and The Orthodox Understanding of Salvation by Christopher Veniamin. Two books you are sure to enjoy are. Remember to visit the Bookstore Library filled with books our parishioners have so generously donated for you to check out and return. Also, we have ribbon crosses made and donated to the Bookstore by our own Ms. Katina Politz. Gift Certificates are also available. Meet the Artist Event: We are pleased to present a Holy Trinity 2014 porcelain Christmas ornament, available in the Bookstore on Sunday, September 7, after the Divine Liturgy. Bob Munro, the photographic artist who created the ornament, will be available to personalize and sign the ornament box and other Holy Trinity Gift Collection pieces. The Collection features photographic art images of our own church s most sacred and treasured icons, stained glass windows and other details. The perfect gift for any occasion and a great way to take a piece of our church home with you to enjoy every day. We would love to see you, so do stop by and browse. Yasoo!!! We re located in the Arthur Sarris Community Center. Your Bookstore Team: Mary Zotos, Betty Boyd & Alin Voicu Open Sundays after Divine Liturgy until 12:30 p.m. & Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m. 13
Holy Trinity Greek School Afternoon classes: T, W or TH, 5-6:30 pm 2014-15 Academic Year - Offering 9 classes, Beginners to Advanced & Thursday Parent/Child Class Students must be 5 by September 1 st to enroll in Beginners A. Curriculum created for USA children for conversational Greek, reading & writing Contact Presvytera Alexandra for enrollment: greekschool@holytrinity.info Check out the Church website for more info: www.holytrinity.info Classes begin on Tuesday, August 26 You may enroll at anytime. We will have registration on Sundays, August 17 & 24. PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD! 14
Days Classes Teacher Times Tuesday Intermediate A Intermediate B Advanced A Efrosini Georgiadou Mary Karavatakis Artemis Meletis 5:00 6:30 pm Wednesday Beginners A Advanced B Advanced C Efrosini Georgiadou Artemis Meletis Cleo Eliopoulos 5:00 6:30 pm Thursday Beginners B Intermediate C Parent/Child Efrosini Georgiadou Mary Karavatakis Cleo Eliopoulos 5:00 6:30 pm ADULT CLASSES Adult classes will begin on Tuesday, September 30, 7-8:30 p.m. See Church website for more info and registration form: www.holytrinity.info Registration available at the Greek Food Festival at the Hellenic Cultural Exhibit 15
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Needed: Greek Food Festival Volunteers It s that time of year again! Time to VOLUNTEER! We need everyone to get involved. With your help the 58th GFF will be the best ever. Signing up is easy: 1. Visit the following website: www.greekfoodfestivalofdallas.com enter the password Opa!2014 (password is case sensitive) or 2. Stop by the Festival Volunteers table in the Community Center after Divine Liturgy on Sunday Parking passes will be issued in September. If you have any questions please contact Billy Karant at 214-663-6341 or wkarant@gmail.com 17
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Holy Trinity Family, Our Church's 58th Greek Food Festival of Dallas will be held on September 26, 27, & 28, 2014. The Festival presents a great opportunity for us to come together as a family and share our faith and culture with the Dallas/Fort Worth community. There are many volunteer opportunities for all of us. Also, in order to help deflate the cost of the festival, we are seeking your generosity to help fund the following festival needs. If you are interested in volunteering or making a donation, please email the Greek Food Festival at: greekfoodfestivalofdallas@gmail.com Respectfully, Jason Ortgies 2014 Greek Food Festival Committee Chair 19
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Weekly Bulletin Stewardship Report as of 8/13/14 2014 Stewardship Pledges Contributions received 1/1/14 to 8/13/14 Number of Pledges $ 2014 Pledges No Change to Pledge 348 $433,950 Decreased Pledge 149 $83,209 Increased Pledge 174 $310,694 New Pledges 63 $45,259 $ Contributed to % of 2014 Pledge 2014 Stewardship Contributed TOTAL # of Pledges 734 $873,112 $543,503 62.25% Chris Canellos Harry Yianitsas 2014 Parish Council President 2014 Stewardship Chairman WANTED YOUTH CHOIR Please contact Mary LeBrecht mary.lebrecht@gmail.com or 972-464-7445 2 nd Grade on up. We sing with the Adult Choir on first Sunday, Christmas Carols and Lazarus Saturday. We practice specific Sundays from 9:30-10 a.m. Practice starts in September. 23
Perm-A-Tatch Gluing Instructions By Harry Yianitsas, Stewardship Chairman Thank you for your interest in Perm-A- Tatch Glue. Please carefully read and follow these instructions to ensure best performance and permanent bonding. Check and inspect article to be glued. Surfaces must be clean and free of soiling, debris or unclean matter. Surfaces may be cleaned with water and mineral spirits. New articles bond very well. Older articles may require additional preparation and optional light sanding with abrasive. Apply glue to article being attached. Spread adhesive across important areas, making sure to focus on potential weak areas. Clamp surfaces tightly together to promote thorough bonding and cross-linking of adhesive. Leave clamped until both surfaces are permanently attached. When clamps are removed, check for a permanent bond. If articles separate, re-clamp surfaces together to promote reattachment. Occasional de-bonding may occur. Challenging glue-ups may require occasional re-clamping and possibly more adhesive application. However, it is essential the user not give up. Permanent bonding is essential for lifetime repair and use of article. A good bond will strengthen with time. Many of us recognize the above instructions in one form or another. They are printed in tiny print on the side of a bottle of glue, waiting to instruct us on the secret to a successful gluing task. I realized these instructions are also the secret to a permanent bond with our church. Following these directions will ensure that the adults, and especially the children, of our community develop a strong bond with their church and become good stewards. Let s take another look at the above directions as they pertain to our bonding to the Church: Check and inspect article to be glued. Surfaces must be clean and free of soiling, debris or unclean matter. Surfaces may be cleaned with water and mineral spirits. New articles bond very well. Older articles may require additional preparation and optional light sanding with abrasive. - Who wishes to join the church? Just before they join, they are cleaned with baptismal water and the Holy Spirit. Babies join with the faith of a child, while adults may need a bit more surface preparation. Apply glue to article being attached. Spread adhesive across important areas, making sure to focus on potential weak areas. - Through Chrismation, the seal of the Holy Spirit is applied to us, paying attention to the potential trouble spots such as our hands, feet, mouth and thoughts. Clamp surfaces tightly together to promote thorough bonding and cross-linking of adhesive. Leave clamped until both surfaces are permanently attached. When clamps are removed, check for a permanent bond. If articles separate, re-clamp surfaces together to promote reattachment. - This is the step many of us tend to be lax with, or even omit entirely. If we want ourselves and our children to stay bonded to the Church, we must keep them clamped to it. It s simply not enough to be baptized and chrismated. We must constantly test the bond with our church to see if we are still attached. When we are truly attached to our church, we are deeply linked to the meaning of the cross. Participating in prayer, scripture reading, Sunday School, church services and other church activities will greatly increase the chances of a life-long bond to our church. Occasional de-bonding may occur. Challenging glue-ups may require occasional re-clamping and possibly more adhesive application. However, it is essential the user not give up. Permanent bonding is essential for lifetime repair and use of article. A good bond will strengthen with time. - Many of us or our family members may come unglued from the church. As stewards of this church, we mustn t give up. These lives literally depend on a permanent bond with our church. Heeding these directions can give us a good bond that will truly strengthen with time.