Sunday Bulletin October 22, 2017 Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church 13555 Hillcrest Road, Dallas, Texas 75240 Office 972-991-1166 Fax 972-661-1717 www.holytrinitydallas.org Reverend Father Peter Kostakis Reverend Father John Essa Reverend Deacon Mark Pakes Reverend Deacon Athanasios Clint Sharpley Reverend Deacon Christopher Stern
Sunday, October 22, 217 Hymns at the Small Entrance RESURRECTIONAL HYMN, 3 RD TONE GREEN BOOK PAGE 83 LET ALL THINGS REJOICE PRIEST ENTRANCE HYMN, 2 ND TONE 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, 3 RD TONE GREEN BOOK PAGE 83 LET ALL THINGS REJOICE HYMN OF THE HIERARCH, 4 TH TONE A model of faith and the image of gentleness, the example of your life has shown you forth to your sheep-fold to be a master of temperance. You obtained thus through being lowly, gifts from on high, and riches through poverty. Abercius, our father and priest of priests, intercede with Christ our God that He may save our souls. HYMN OF THE MARTYRS, 4 TH TONE Thy Martyrs, O Lord, in their courageous contest for Thee received as the prize the crowns of incorruption and life from Thee, our immortal God. For since they possessed Thy strength, they cast down the tyrants and wholly destroyed the demons' strengthless presumption. O Christ God, by their prayers, save our souls, since Thou art merciful. HYMN OF THE CHURCH, PLAGAL 4 TH TONE GREEN BOOK PAGE 115 O BLESSED ARE YOU KONTAKION, 2 ND TONE A protection of Christians unshamable, intercessor to our holy maker unwavering. Please reject not the prayerful cries of those who are in sin. Instead, come to us for you are good. Your loving help bring unto us, who are crying in faith to you. Hasten to intercede and speed now to supplicate, as a protection for all time, Theotokos for those who honor you. 2
Epistle Reading St. Paul's Letter to the Galatians 1:11-19. Brethren, I would have you know that the gospel which was preached by me is not man's gospel. For I did not receive it from man, nor was I taught it, but it came through a revelation of Jesus Christ. For you have heard of my former life in Judaism, how I persecuted the church of God violently and tried to destroy it; and I advanced in Judaism beyond many of my own age among my people, so extremely zealous was I for the traditions of my fathers. But when he who had set me apart before I was born, and had called me through his grace, was pleased to reveal his Son to me, in order that I might preach him among the Gentiles, I did not confer with flesh and blood, nor did I go up to Jerusalem to those who were apostles before me, but I went away into Arabia; and again I returned to Damascus. Then after three years I went up to Jerusalem to visit Cephas, and remained with him fifteen days. But I saw none of the other apostles except James the Lord's brother. English Reader: Lewie Dolmas Gospel Reading Luke 8:26-39 At that time, as Jesus arrived at the country of the Gadarenes, there met him a man from the city who had demons; for a long time he had worn no clothes and he lived not in a house but among the tombs. When he saw Jesus, he cried out and fell down before him, and said with a loud voice, "What have you to do with me, Jesus, Son of the Most High God? I beseech you, do not torment me." For he had commanded the unclean spirit to come out of the man. (For many a time it had seized him; he was kept under guard, and bound with chains and fetters, but he broke the bonds and was driven by the demon into the desert.) Jesus then asked him, "What is your name?" And he said, "Legion"; for many demons had entered him. And they begged him not to command them to 3
depart into the abyss. Now a large herd of swine was feeding there on the hillside; and they begged him to let them enter these. So he gave them leave. Then the demons came out of the man and entered the swine, and the herd rushed down the steep bank into the lake and were drowned. When the herdsmen saw what happened, they fled, and told it in the city and in the country. Then people went out to see what had happened, and they came to Jesus, and found the man from whom the demons had gone, sitting at the feet of Jesus, clothed and in his right mind; and they were afraid. And those who had seen it told them how he who had been possessed with demons was healed. Then all the people of the surrounding country of the Gadarenes asked him to depart from them; for they were seized with great fear; so he got into the boat and returned. The man from whom the demons had gone begged that he might be with him; but he sent him away, saying, "Return to your home, and declare how much God has done for you." And he went away, proclaiming throughout the whole city how much Jesus had done for him. Daily Commemoration of Saints Oct. 22 Oct. 23 Oct. 24 Oct. 25 Seven Holy Martyred Youths of Ephesus; Cecilia the Martyr; Abercius, Equal-to-the-Apostles and Wonderworker of Hierapolis James (Iakovos) the Apostle, brother of Our Lord; Our Righteous Father Ignatius, Patriarch of Constantinople Arethas the Great Martyr & Syncletiki and her two daughters; Sebastiane the Martyr; Maglorious of Sark The Holy Martyrs Marcian and Martyrius the Notaries; Tabitha, who was raised from the dead by Peter the Apostle; Chrysaphios (or Chrysaphos) the Martyr 4
Oct. 26 Oct. 27 Oct. 28 The Holy Great Martyr Demetrius the Myrrh-streamer; Commemoration of the Great Earthquake in Constantinople; Eata of Hexham Nestor the Martyr of Thessaloniki; Kyriakos, Patriarch of Constantinople; Procla, wife of Pontius Pilate The Holy Protection of the Theotokos; Holy Martyrs Terrence and Eunice; Our Righteous Father Steven the Sabbaite; Arsenios and Athanasios of Androusa in Messenia, Patriarchs of Constantinople; Angelis, Manuel, George, & Nicholas, New Martyrs of Crete; Rostislav, the Great Illumined Duke of Moravia Sunday, Oct. 22 8:15 a.m. Orthros 9:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy (S) Catechetical School (Community Center) and Adult Catechetical School (C) following Holy Communion. Coffee hosted by AHEPA immediately following Divine Liturgy. 4:30-6 p.m. GOYA Sr. Girls B ball Practice (Gym) Monday, Oct. 23 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Yarn Guild Calendar of Events 5
Tuesday, Oct. 24 1:30-3:30 p.m. Pickleball (Gym) 5-6:30 p.m. HT Greek School (GS Rooms) 7 p.m. Adult HT Greek School (GS Room) Wed., Oct. 25 12:30-5:45 p.m. Holy Trinity Bookstore OPEN 5-6:30 p.m. HT Greek School (GS Rooms) 6 p.m. Paraklesis (C) 7-8 p.m. Faith Enrichment (BR) 7-9 p.m. GOYA Sr. Boys B ball Practice (Gym) Thursday, Oct. 26 St. Demetrios the Great Martyr 8:30 a.m. Orthros 9:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy (C) 10:45 a.m. - 12 p.m. Adult Bible Study (BR) 5-6:30 p.m. HT Greek School (GS Rooms) 6-9 p.m. Night With Norm (Community Center) 7-9 p.m. CANCELLED Men s Basketball (Gym) Friday, Oct. 27 No Activities Saturday, Oct. 28 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Pre-Marriage Seminar (A,D) 5 p.m. Great Vespers (C) Sunday, Oct. 29 8:15 a.m. Orthros 9:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy (S) Catechetical School (Community Center) and Adult Catechetical School (C) following Holy Communion. Greek School OXI Day Celebration (Gym) following Divine Liturgy. 5-6:30 p.m. GOYA Sr. Girls B ball Practice (Gym) 6
Parish Council Schedule October 22 Amelia Fritz, Stamati Arakas, John Nickolas, Bill Zaemes, Peter Hronas October 29 Hellen Smith, Wade Stephens, Alin Voicu, Mary Ann Trapalis, Fotis Papanicolaou, Mary LeBrecht WELCOME COMMITTEE WE NEED YOU to help welcome visitors and new members to Holy Trinity on Sundays. Also, if you would like to sit with visitors during the service, please let me know. The following people will be welcoming on these Sundays: 10-22 Charles Pappas 10-29 Mike Penaluna For more info or to sign up, contact Mary LeBrecht at 972-464-7445 Katina Politz would like to thank everyone for the prayers, calls and kindness during her recent illness. She is so appreciative and loves being a part of the Holy Trinity family. PRAYERS FOR OUR SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN Brandon Bell, USAF Michael Bocan-Collins, PO1, US Navy Thomas C. Bouras, 1st Lt., US Army Jorge Brignoni, Lt., US Navy Nicholas Patitsas, 1st Lt., US Marine Corps Haylie Marie Pike, US Navy Stephen Serniak, Major, USAF Space Command Karl Schlotthauer, US Army 7
OXI Day Celebration Sunday, October 29, during the Coffee hour hosted by the Greek School PTA All are invited PLEASE JOIN US The children will offer a very brief program about OXI Day which will help to show its historic importance. Students who passed the Certificate of Attainment in Greek will receive their Certificates at the Celebration. Certificate of Attainment in Greek Recipients for 2017 Stavros Pafilis Anna Papantonopoulos Alexia Stavrou A Greek Soldier Holding His Daughter Women of Crete 8
The Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church Emergency Response Team Presents Emergency Preparedness Program Saturday, November 18, 2017 8:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Program Includes: Hands-On Fire Extinguisher Training American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR/AED/First-Aid Cost: $40/person payable by CASH or CHECK at the door the day of the training To register contact: vwell@holytrinitydallas.org Holy Trinity Adult Bible Study The Epistle to the Hebrews Through our studies in Hebrews, we hope that you will find the encouragement you need to stay in the course toward Theosis. Please consider joining our study group every: Thursday, at 10:45 a.m. Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church Community Center Boardroom Come for the cake and coffee, and stay for the fellowship and inspired Word of God! For more information contact John Lucas: jlucas@smu.edu 9
Month of October 2017 IOCC Health Kits HELP DISASTER VICTIMS GOAL: 600 KITS WE CAN DO IT HOLY TRINITY!!!!! 1. Buy a one gallon plastic bag with a zipper closure and fill it with the following items: (NOTHING EXTRA) One hand towel One washcloth (NOT dish towel) One comb One metal file or nail clipper One bar of soap (bath size) One toothbrush (NO TOOTHPASTE) SIX (6) Band-Aids 2. Repeat above as many times as you are able. 3. Secure the bag and place in one of the large boxes in the church hall. Thank you! 4. Get creative and have fun with this getting friends and fellow workers to join in this effort to make a difference HTHD Registration! Registration for Holy Trinity Hellenic Dancers has begun! Registration will only be held during the month of October, so please stop by the table after church to register or inquire about the Dance Troupe. For questions, please contact the Director, Teresa Chantilis at teresa.chantilis@gmail.com 10
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Can t Make the Service on Sunday? There are now additional ways to hear the sermon and participate in the service if you can t physically be present at Holy Trinity. Videos: During the service Sunday morning you can view the live Webcast on our site at www.holytrinitydallas.org. Click the webcast link at the top and watch the service live. You can also watch past weeks videos by clicking the desired service on the right of the webcast window. Audio: Go to www.holytrinitydallas.org, on the front page go to sermon podcasts and click the sermon you would like to listen to. You can also go to www.podbean.com and download their app on your phone or mobile device. Search for Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church Dallas and subscribe to our podcasts. Facebook: Check out many great videos, pictures, articles and links on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/holytrinitydallas/ READ ALL ABOUT IT! Or place your vote. Yes, friends, it is that time of year again. It is time for the General Assembly: Nov. 12, 2017 We could say be there or be square, but we won't. How important is the General Assembly? Well you decide; some of us voted for our current President of the USA, some of us didn't vote at all, and some voted for another person. Your voice, your vote, and yes even your questions matter. Come to hear about the successful Festival we have had and the steps we are taking toward fulfilling your resolution on becoming a 100% stewardship supported parish. We will also be deciding on our next year's budget among other items. Now we'll say it, be there or be square! Your Parish Council 16
Weekly Bulletin Stewardship Update as of 10/18/17 $ Pledged to 2017 Stewardship Pledges and Contributions received to date % of 2017 Goal Pledged $ Contributed to 2017 Stewardship % of 2017 Goal Contributed $608,249.00 56.59% $686,163.60 63.84% Our 2017 Stewardship goal, to support the ministries and activities of Holy Trinity, is just under $1.1 million. The 2017 Stewardship Team Harry Yianitsas, Louis Antos, Nick Cimino, Jim Dolmas, Ellena Fox, John Nickolas, Alin Voicu Would you like to know more about the Orthodox Christian Faith? Faith Enrichment Class Wednesday Evenings at 7:00 p.m. Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church Meeting in the Community Center Boardroom For more information contact deaconclint11@gmail.com Holy Trinity Bookstore We are open on Sunday after the Divine Liturgy until 12:30 p.m. & Wednesdays, 12:30-5:45 p.m. We hope to see you then! You can reach us at ht-bookstore@holytrinitydallas.org 17
We are looking for Healthy Greek Native Speakers 18-65 years old We are studying how native Greek speakers produce consonant clusters like ps, st ks. Your data will help us develop new treatments for people with speech communication disorders. Where? At Callier Center, UTD Richardson campus. How? Small sensors will be placed on your tongue, lip, jaw, and forehead using small amounts of dental glue or tape. Your speech will be tracked and recorded by a device called 3D EMA. During the experimental session, you will be asked to pronounce and repeat some phrases. These will be recorded together with your tongue and lip movements. You will receive one SONA credit (UTD students only) for completing the participation. E-mail: evi@utdallas.edu Lab Phone: 972-833-3017 Evdoxia Doli, Doctoral Student For William F. Katz, Ph.D/ UTD Callier Center for Communication Disorders 18
Football in the fall. Basketball and Hockey in the winter and Baseball, spring and summer. The pastor has been an avid sports fan all his life. But he s had it! He s quitting this sports business once and for all. You ll never get him near one of those stadiums or arenas again. Want to know why? 1. Every time he went they asked him for money. 2. The people whom he sat beside didn t seem very friendly. 3. The seats were too hard and not comfortable at all. 4. He went to many games but the coaches of those teams never came by to visit him at his home or business to ask his opinion of things. 5. The referee made some decisions that he just couldn t agree with. 6. He suspected that he was sitting with some hypocrites as they seemed to be more concerned what others were wearing rather than watching the game. 7. Some games went into overtime and he was late getting home. 8. The band played some songs that he wasn t familiar with. 9. It seems that they always scheduled games when he wanted to do other things. 10. He was taken to too many games by his parents when he was growing up. 11. He recently read a book that really explained sports and now he feels that he knows more than the coaches do. 12. He doesn t want to take his children to any games because he wants to let them choose for themselves what sport they like best, if any! The irony of this story is that our excuses of why we don t support our church are ridiculous. When you consider the sacrifice that God gave to us as a gift, the suffering and death of His own son here on earth so that we can all enjoy Eternal Life, is a priceless gift that is unmatched. Sure, the church DOES need your financial support to continue to prosper and grow. Yes, based on our membership, our home needs approximately $1,200 per family each year to operate. While some may feel that $100 per month, per family, is WAY TOO MUCH to pay to church. Ask yourself these questions: Pastor Quits Sports by Arthur Nahatis How much do we spend on an average for our monthly TV cable bill? 19
(continued from previous page) It all adds up. Newspaper Subscriptions? Golf Green fees? If we smoke, don t we spend considerably more each month for smokes than we do to support our House of God? How about those terrific coffees at Starbucks or Dunkin Donuts? Happy Hour once a week or more? Friends, it s not a question of CAN we afford it, it s a question of CAN we afford NOT TOO? While we are talking about sports, many of us would gladly spend $350-$500 just to attend one Cowboys game with a friend or family member and no one seems to care that a soda costs $4.75 and a beer as much as $11. So many still only put a dollar into the collection basket each week as you have been doing since the 60 s. That s when $3,000 would by a Brand New Corvette. Today a corvette cost approximately $50,000+. Many are still proudly putting in that $1 bill each week when inflation tells us that we should be putting in at least a $10 bill. Same thing with our stewardship, many of us CAN afford $1,200 a year, ($100 per month or $3 a day), which if done faithfully would cover all of our operating expenses here at Holy Trinity. If we could make monthly payments to insure better health, how much would we gladly pay each month? That s priceless, isn t it? So isn t Eternal Life that God promises based on our faith, just as important if not even more so? It sure is to me! No one is asking you to Quit Sports however let s all join God s Team at Holy Trinity and do our part to insure the teachings and beliefs of our Mother Church through tithing and supporting all of our various ministries. Not as a simple spectator but as a happy, contributing member doing our part each and every month. You ll be glad you did! FOR ETERNITY! Respectfully, Arthur Nahatis