Sunday Bulletin August 20, 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 Christopher Constantinides Reverend Father Peter Kostakis Reverend Father John Essa Reverend Deacon Mark Pakes Reverend Deacon Athanasios Clint Sharpley Reverend Deacon Christopher Stern
Sunday, August 0,, 0,7 Hymns at the Small Entrance HYMN OF THE DORMITION, FIRST TONE In birthgiving, you preserved your virginity; in falling asleep, 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. PRIEST ENTRANCE HYMN, SECOND 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, SECOND TONE GREEN BOOK PAGE 81 WHEN YOU DESCENDED HYMN OF THE DORMITION, FIRST TONE In birthgiving, you preserved your virginity; in falling asleep, 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 FOURTH TONE Remember your servant for you are good, and forgive her 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 FOURTH TONE GREEN BOOK PAGE 115 O BLESSED ARE YOU KONTAKION OF THE DORMITION, PLAGAL SECOND TONE 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. 2
Epistle Reading St. Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians 9:2-12. Brethren, you are the seal of my apostleship in the Lord. This is my defense to those who would examine me. Do we not have the right to our food and drink? Do we not have the right to be accompanied by a sister as wife, as the other apostles and the brothers of the Lord and Cephas? Or is it only Barnabas and I who have no right to refrain from working for a living? Who serves as a soldier at his own expense? Who plants a vineyard without eating any of its fruit? Who tends a flock without getting some of the milk? Do I say this on human authority? Does not the law say the same? For it is written in the law of Moses, "You shall not muzzle an ox when it is treading out the grain." Is it for oxen that God is concerned? Does he not speak entirely for our sake? It was written for our sake, because the plowman should plow in hope and the thresher thresh in hope of a share in the crop. If we have sown spiritual good among you, is it too much if we reap your material benefits? If others share this rightful claim upon you, do not we still more? Nevertheless, we have not made use of this right, but we endure anything rather than put an obstacle in the way of the gospel of Christ. English Reader: Lewie Dolmas Gospel Reading Matthew 18:23-35 The Lord said this parable: "The kingdom of heaven may be compared to a king who wished to settle accounts with his servants. When he began the reckoning, one was brought to him who owed him ten thousand talents; and as he could not pay, his lord ordered him to be sold, with his wife and children and all that he had, and payment to be made. So the servant fell on his knees, imploring him, 'Lord, have patience with me, and I will pay you 3
everything.' And out of pity for him the lord of that servant released him and forgave him the debt. But that same servant, as he went out, came upon one of his fellow servants who owed him a hundred denarii; and seizing him by the throat he said, 'Pay what you owe.' So his fellow servant fell down and besought him, 'Have patience with me, and I will pay you.' He refused and went and put him in prison till he should pay the debt. When his fellow servants saw what had taken place, they were greatly distressed, and they went and reported to their lord all that had taken place. Then his lord summoned him and said to him, 'You wicked servant! I forgave you all that debt because you besought me; and should not you have had mercy on your fellow servant, as I had mercy on you?' And in anger his lord delivered him to the torturers, till he should pay all his debt. So also my heavenly Father will do to every one of you, if you do not forgive your brother from your heart." Daily Commemoration of Saints Aug 20 Samuel the Prophet; Holy Martyr Luke of Bouleutos; Afterfeast of the Dormition of our Most Holy Lady the Theotokos and Ever Virgin Mary; Stephen, First King of Hungary; Hierotheos, Bishop of Hungary; Oswin the Martyr, King of Deira Aug 21 The Holy Apostle Thaddaeus; Athanasios Patelaros, Patriarch of Constantinople; Afterfeast of the Dormition of our Most Holy Lady the Theotokos and Ever Virgin Mary; The Holy Martyr Bassa and Her Sons: Theognis, Agapius, and Pistus 4
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 Aug 23 Apodosis of the Dormition of our Most Holy Lady the Theotokos and Ever Virgin Mary; Our Holy Father Ireneaus, Bishop of Lyons; Our Holy Father Kallinikos, Patriarch of Constantinople; Lupus the Martyr; Our Righteous Father Nicholas of Sikelion; 38 Martyrs of Thrace; Our Holy Father Ireneaus, Bishop of Sirmium; Haralambos of Kalyviani Aug 24 Eutyches the Hieromartyr & Disciple of St. John the Theologian; Cosmas of Aetolia, Equal to the Apostles; The Translation of the Relics of Dionysios of Zakynthos, Bishop of Aegina; The Translation of the Holy Relics of Saint Peter, Metropolitan of Moscow Aug 25 Return of the Body of Bartholomew the Glorious Apostle; Titus the Apostle of the 70; John the Cappadocian, Epiphanius and Menas, Patriarchs of Constantinople; Holy Father John of Carpathia; Ebba, First Abbess of Coldingham Aug 26 The Holy Martyrs Adrian and Natalie; Our Righteous Father Joseph; Icon of the Mother of God of Vladimir 5
Calendar of Events Sunday, August 20 8:15 a.m. Orthros 9:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy (S) 1 Year Memorial for Panagiota Schott 40 Day Blessing for Vivienne Danby (Mother Anthea) Catechetical School Teacher Service Recognition 1st Sunday of Catechetical School (Community Center) and Adult Catechetical School (C) following the Recognition Service. Farewell Reception for Fr. Chris (Community Center) following Divine Liturgy. Monday, August 21 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Yarn Guild (BR) Tuesday, August 22 1:30-3:30 p.m. Pickleball (Gym) 5-6:30 p.m. HT Greek School (GS Rooms) 6:30 p.m. Parish Council Meeting (A) 6:30-8 p.m. NTOM Meeting (BR) Wed., August 23 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) 7-9 p.m. GOYA B ball Sr Boys (Gym) Thursday, August 24 5-6:30 p.m. HT Greek School (GS Rooms) 7-9 p.m. Men s Basketball (Gym) Friday, August 25 No Activities Saturday, August 26 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. GFF Baking Koulouria (K,O,WW) 5 p.m. Great Vespers (C) 6
Sunday, August 27 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 GFF Kickoff Committee immediately following Divine Liturgy. 12:15-4:30 p.m. HTHD Practice (Gym) 12:30-2 p.m. Maids of Athena Meeting (BR) Parish Council Schedule August 20 Amelia Fritz, Stamati Arakas, John Nickolas, Bill Zaemes, Peter Hronas August 27 Hellen Smith, Wade Stephens, Alin Voicu, Mary Ann Trapalis, Fotis Papanicolaou, Mary LeBrecht Christ said let the little children come to me and do not forbid them for of such is the Kingdom of Heaven. Matt.19:14 Please join us on Sunday, August 20th when we celebrate the beginning of the 2017-18 Catechetical School year! Immediately following the Divine Liturgy, we will recognize the Catechetical School teachers for their years of service. After the recognition ceremony, ALL STUDENTS will proceed to their classrooms for a BRIEF orientation with their teachers. May the Holy Spirit guide our teachers and students for a blessed year. Parents please note: A child is eligible to register in the Catechetical School Program at 3 years of age IF the child s birthday occurs on or before SEPTEMBER 1st. 7
Donation Center Located in the ALS Community Center The Austin Street Homeless Shelter is celebrating Christmas in August Philoptochos is collecting new reading glasses, sport socks or gently used or new adult sneakers. Collection boxes are in the Church hall. Congratulations to the 2017-2019 St. Barbara ladies Philoptochos Board! Joanna Spahis (President), Diane Pappas (1st Vice President), Lorraine Cosmopoulos (2nd Vice President), Janine Shinn (Treasurer), Sheila Dolmas (Assist. Treasurer), Marilyn Martin (Recording Secretary), Nina Rokas (Correspondence Secretary) Board Members: Stacia Gialamas, Suzan Kontoulis, Anna Koroneos, Estelle Odell, Hrisanthe Patts, Hellen Smith, Elaine Xeros, Christine Zarras. 8
Holy Trinity Greek School Enrolling for 2017-18 This Sunday during the coffee hour Afternoon classes: T, W, or TH, 5-6:30 pm 2017-18 Academic Year - Offering new Wednesday Parent/Student Class Beginners, if enough enrolled It is recommended that children be 5 by September 1st to enroll in Beginners 1 Curriculum created for USA children: for conversational Greek, reading & writing Enrollment opportunities at Coffee Hours, after Divine Liturgy ADULT CLASSES Adult classes will begin on September 26, 7-8:30 pm. Registration available at the Greek Food Festival at the Hellenic Cultural Exhibit Check Church website for information at www.holytrinity.info Contact Presvytera Alexandra: presvy@holytrinityacademy.com 9
Join us as we bid Farewell to Fr. Chris & Presvytera Angie TODAY, Sunday, August 20, 2017 immediately following the Divine Liturgy in the Arthur L. Sarris Community Center We are sad to see them go but wish them the very best in their new Parish in New York! 10
Father Chris's Departure & Arrival of the New Proistamenos Father Chris s last day is TODAY, Sunday, August 20, 2017. We are having a reception in the Community Center after Divine Liturgy. (See previous page) As to the selection and arrival of the new Proistamenos, Metropolitan Isaiah of Denver has assured that he will do his best to identify a new priest for the parish who will be most faithful and dedicated to the parish and its parishioners. The new Proistamenos has not yet been identified or selected. Chris Canellos and I will serve as liaisons to assist with the communication to and from the Metropolis throughout the process. We will provide additional updates as information is obtained and confirmed with the Metropolis. In the meantime, please contact Chris Canellos or me should you have any questions or concerns and we will share them with the Metropolis. Please do not contact the Metropolis directly. Sincerely, Nick Cimino 2017 Parish Council President 11
Greek Food Festival 2017 Join us September 22, 23, 24!!! 1. Come Join us as a volunteer for this year s 61st Greek Food Festival! Check out our website for details on volunteering: www.greekfestivalofdallas.com Password: Greek2017 2. LIKE US ON FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/greekfoodfestivaldallas/ Official Hash Tag: #ITSGREEKTOME 3. Join us for Baking! (See schedule below) 4. New this year: a. Street Food Kebobs - KALAMAKIA - pork shoulder kebobs grilled on hardwood coal seasoned to perfection; served with bread b. Lamb Chop Lollipops - PAETHAKIA - marinated and grilled over hardwood coals to perfection; served with lemon wedge Cooking and baking dates have been set for our 61st Annual Greek Food Festival! Saturday August 26th Koulouria Saturday September 2nd Kourambiades Monday September 4th Paximadia (Labor Day) Sesame Cookies Saturday September 9th Fenekia Saturday September 16th Baklava Sunday September 17th Package After Church We will start at 9 a.m. on all dates except Sunday, Sept 17th.This is a great way to volunteer your time and talents! Join us! Questions? Email info@gffdallas.com 12
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Holy Trinity Men s Ministry Holy Trinity Men, The Festival Committee needs our help! So let s get together Saturday, August 26 at 9 a.m. for some food, fun and fellowship, AND to assist with baking Koulouria! Lunch and refreshments will be served. After helping, we will attend Vespers at 5 p.m. See you then! Deacon Mark Pakes, Holy Trinity Men s Ministry WELCOMING 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, let me know. The following people will be welcoming on these Sundays: Aug. 20 Chris Velon 27 Mike Penaluna Sept. 3 Bill Karahol & Nick Dixie 10 Diane Pappas 17 Chris Velon 24 Food Festival weekend? (your name?) For more info or to sign up, contact Mary LeBrecht at 972-464-7445 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 14
Weekly Bulletin Stewardship Update as of 8/16/17 $ Pledged to 2017 Stewardship Pledges and Contributions received to date % of 2017 Goal Pledged $ Contributed to 2017 Stewardship % of 2017 Goal Contributed $599,519.00 55.78% $557,437.35 51.86% 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 The Holy Trinity Bookstore will be open this summer on Wednesdays and will be opening earlier! Our summer hours will be 12:30-5:45 p.m. And as always we are open on Sunday after the Divine Liturgy until 12:30 p.m. We hope to see you then! You can reach us at ht-bookstore@holytrinitydallas.org Now enrolling for the 2017-2018 school year! Accepting children 2 years old thru Kindergarten. SACS Accredited For more information please call (972) 490-7060 15
A Short History of Our Stewardship Program by Tom Fox Stewardship: what in the world is stewardship? Being one of a few that have been a member of all three of our churches in Dallas, I have seen Holy Trinity grow. The first church, in South Dallas, was a frame building with no air conditioning and ceiling fans. The parsonage next door was where Father Poulakidis and his family lived. Behind his home was the Greek / Catechetical school building. Next to the parsonage was a big yard where we played touch football. Fun times! We were a very small parish with just a few families, so when expenses got overwhelming, the Parish Council would go around and ask for donations from our various restauranteurs to pay our priest! The Archdiocese charged each church member dekatholarion ($10) to pay our bishops, etc. As our membership outgrew this facility, a big fundraiser was held to buy the property at Swiss and Apple. I remember our family, as well as others, going by to check on the construction. In order to sustain our church with continued donations, the Envelope System was put in place. The Catechetical school children would put in their nickels and dimes and the adults were expected to put quarters or more. Our big beautiful church was nice but more expensive to maintain, therefore, donations had to increase. We were growing! The Envelope System lasted many years. The community was asked to increase their 25 cents to a minimum of 50 cents! We grew again! The Catechetical school area was much too small and the church was always too crowded. A good problem to have! The good Lord directed us to our current location. Remarkably, the Dallas Theological Seminary wanted our property and Restland wanted the St. Barbara Church location on Abrams so we were able to purchase our current property at Hillcrest and Alpha. With generous donations from our community, this magnificent structure is now being completed with iconography, little by little. We are all so proud of our church facility. Many people who visit us during the Festival make many positive comments about our cathedral. It is amazing to look back at where we started, a small frame church without air conditioning and only one priest, to where we are now! We should be proud of ourselves! We MUST continue our financial support as our needs continue to grow and as our Parish grows. We can meet our goal to be financially sustained mainly through our stewardship as well as candles, and diskos donations! God Bless Our Parish, Tom L. Fox