Sunday Bulletin
November 8, 2015
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 Reverend Deacon Christopher Stern
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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. Please remain
seated in your pews until a council member indicates your row should go
forward. If you are standing in the back of the nave, please wait until all
seated parishioners have gone forward and a council member indicates you
should go ahead.
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!
Michael Gomez, USN
Fr. John Kalantzis, Commander, USN
Konstantinos Kostibas, 2nd 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
Ben Winfrey, US Army
Corey Zarras, ET3 USN
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
PRAYERS FOR OUR SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN
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Sunday, November ,, 015 Hymns at the Small Entrance
RESURRECTIONAL HYMN, PLAGAL SECOND MODE
GREEN BOOK PAGE 86 – WHEN THE ANGELIC POWERS
PRIEST ENTRANCE HYMN, 2ND 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, PLAGAL SECOND MODE
GREEN BOOK PAGE 86 – WHEN THE ANGELIC POWERS
HYMN OF THE ΒODILESS POWERS 4TH TONE
O Commanders of the Heavenly Host, we the unworthy beseech
you, that through your entreaties you will fortify us, guarding us
in the shelter of the wings of your ethereal glory, even as we
fervently bow before you crying: "Deliver us from all danger, as
Commanders of the Powers on high! "
HYMN FOR THE MEMORIAL SERVICE, PLAGAL 4TH TONE
Remember Your servants, O Lord, since 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 4TH TONE
GREEN BOOK PAGE 115 – O BLESSED ARE YOU
KONTAKION, 4TH TONE
Today, the most pure temple of the Savior, the precious bridal
chamber and Virgin, the sacred treasure of God, enters the house
of the Lord, bringing the grace of the Divine Spirit. The Angels of
God praise her. She is the heavenly tabernacle.
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Epistle Reading St. Paul's Letter to the Hebrews 2:2-10
BRETHREN, if the message declared by angels was valid and every
transgression or disobedience received a just retribution, how shall we
escape if we neglect such a great salvation? It was declared at first by
the Lord, and it was attested to us by those who heard him, while God
also bore witness by signs and wonders and various miracles and by
gifts of the Holy Spirit distributed according to his own will. For it was
not to angels that God subjected the world to come, of which we are
speaking. It has been testified somewhere, "What is man that thou art
mindful of him, or the son of man, that thou carest for him? Thou didst
make him for a little while lower than the angels, thou hast crowned
him with glory and honor, putting everything in subjection under his
feet." Now in putting everything in subjection to him, he left nothing
outside his control. As it is, we do not yet see everything in subjection
to him. But we see Jesus, who for a little while was made lower than
the angels, crowned with glory and honor because of the suffering of
death, so that by the grace of God he might taste death for every one.
For it was fitting that he, for whom and by whom all things exist, in
bringing many sons to glory, should make the pioneer of their
salvation perfect through suffering.
English Reader: Aliki Pappas
Gospel Reading Luke 8:41-56
At that time, there came to Jesus a man named Jairus, who was a ruler of the
synagogue; and falling at Jesus' feet he besought him to come to his house,
for he had an only daughter, about twelve years of age, and she was dying.
As he went, the people pressed round him. And a woman who had had a
flow of blood for twelve years and had spent all her living upon physicians
and could not be healed by anyone, came up behind him, and touched the
fringe of his garment; and immediately her flow of blood ceased. And Jesus
said, "Who was it that touched me?" When all denied it, Peter said, "Master,
the multitudes surround you and press upon you!" But Jesus said, "Some
one touched me; for I perceive that power has gone forth from me." And
when the woman saw that she was not hidden, she came trembling, and
falling down before him declared in the presence of all the people why she
had touched him, and how she had been immediately healed. And he said
to her, "Daughter, your faith has made you well; go in peace." While he was
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still speaking, a man from the ruler's house came and said, "Your daughter
is dead; do not trouble the Teacher any more." But Jesus on hearing this
answered him, "Do not fear; only believe, and she shall be well." And when
he came to the house, he permitted no one to enter with him, except Peter
and John and James, and the father and mother of the child. And all were
weeping and bewailing her; but he said, "Do not weep; for she is not dead
but sleeping." And they laughed at him, knowing that she was dead. But
taking her by the hand he called, saying, "Child, arise." And her spirit
returned, and she got up at once; and he directed that something should be
given her to eat. And her parents were amazed; but he charged them to tell
no one what had happened.
Nov. 8 Synaxis of the Archangel Michael & the other Bodiless Powers:
Gabriel, Raphael, Uriel, Salaphiel, Jegudiel, & Barachiel
Nov. 9 Onesiphorus and Porphyrius of Ephesus; Nektarius the
Wonderworker, Metropolitan of Pentapolis; Matrona, Abbess of
Constantinople; Theoktisti of the Isle of Lesbos; Symeon the
Translator
Nov. 10 Erastus, Olympas, Rodion, Sosipater, Quartus, Apostles of the 70;
Holy Father Arsenius of Cappadocia; Our Holy Father Gregory,
Bishop of Assa; Orestes the Martyr of Cappadocia
Nov. 11 Menas of Egypt; Saint Victor and Stephanie; Theodore the Studite;
Holy Martyr Vincent
Nov. 12 John the Merciful, Patriarch of Alexandria; Nilus the Ascetic of Sinai;
Saint Martin, Bishop of Tours
Nov. 13 John Chrysostom, Archbishop of Constantinople; Damaskinos the
New Martyr of Mount Athos
Nov. 14 Philip the Apostle; Gregory Palamas, Archbishop of Thessaloniki;
Holy Great New Martyr Constantine of Hydra
Daily Commemoration of Saints
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Sunday, Nov. 8 Synaxis of the Holy Archangels
8:15 a.m. Orthros
9:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy (S)
11:30 a.m. AHEPA Breakfast Brunch (Gym)
12 p.m. GENERAL ASSEMBLY (Gym)
4 - 7:45 p.m. GOYA Basketball Practice (Gym)
Catechetical School (Community Center) and Adult Catechetical School (C)
after Holy Communion.
1 Year Memorial for Sofia Kapuranis
40 Day Blessing for Sophia Adendorff (Olivia)
Monday, Nov 9 St. Nektarios the Wonderworker
8:30 a.m. Orthros
9:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy (C)
10:45 a.m. - 2 p.m. Yarn Guild
7 - 8 p.m. HT Adult Greek School (GS Rooms)
7 p.m. Choir Practice (downstairs)
7 p.m. Greek School Committee (BR)
Tuesday, Nov. 10
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Pickleball (Gym)
5 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. HT Greek School (GS Rooms)
6 p.m. AHEPA/DOP Dinner for Supreme President
7 - 8 p.m. Adult Evening Bible Study (BR)
Wednesday, Nov. 11
5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. HT Greek School (GS Rooms)
6 p.m. PARAKLESIS (C)
7 p.m. Faith Enrichment (BR)
7 p.m. GOYA (A)
7 - 9:30 p.m. GOYA Basketball Practice (Gym)
Thursday, Nov. 12 100th Anniversary Gala Weekend Begins
10:45 a.m. - 12 p.m. Adult Bible Study (BR)
5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. HT Greek School (GS Rooms)
7 - 9 p.m. CANCELED Pickleball (Gym)
Calendar of Events
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Parish Council Schedule
November 8 Tasos Kaiafas, Wade Stephens, Matt Naftis,
Alin Voicu, Mary Ann Trapalis, Fotis Papanicolaou
November 15 Jim Dolmas, Dimitri Tsevoukas, Kerry Tassopoulos,
Jimmy Horiates, Tina Yampanis
Friday, Nov. 13 100th Anniversary Gala Weekend
8:30 a.m. Orthros (St. John Chrysostom)
9:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy (C)
6:30 p.m. Choir Concert (S)
7:30 p.m. Private Clergy/Underwriter Reception (A,D,O)
Saturday, Nov. 14 100th Anniversary Gala Weekend
5 p.m. GREAT VESPERS (C)
6 p.m. - 12 a.m. Centennial GALA (Community Center &
Courtyard)
Sunday, Nov. 15 100th Anniversary Gala Weekend
8:15 a.m. Orthros
9:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy (S)
NO Catechetical School (Community Center) and NO Adult Catechetical
School (C) after Holy Communion.
12 p.m. Community Photo (Courtyard)
12:30 p.m. Centennial Brunch (Community Center)
HOLY TRINITY, YOU DID IT!
A SHOUT OUT saying Thank You to all the generous donors and
groups that contributed IOCC Hygiene Kits. In one short month 722
Hygiene Kits were packed for the "MAKE A DIFFERENCE” Month of
October, the Philoptochos program honoring our beloved Archbishop
Demetrios.
THANKS again Holy Trinity!
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Nominations for Parish Council
The Nominating Committee is seeking individuals who desire
to serve on Holy Trinity’s Parish Council. There are nine
positions up for election. Elected individuals would serve a
two-year term, 2016 - 2017.
If you have a love for our church and a passion to serve, please
consider running for this vital office. If you would like to run
for the parish council, please approach any member of the
Nominating Committee to express your interest. The
Committee will report the names of the nominees at the
General Assembly meeting on November 8.
The Nominating Committee
Ellena Fox ● Amelia Fritz ● John Nickolas ● Antigoni Pappas ●
Diane Pappas
According to the Uniform Parish Regulations, “A candidate for the
Parish Council must be a parishioner in good standing of the Parish
for at least one (1) year immediately preceding the date of the election
and must live his or her life in accordance with the Faith and canons
of the Church.”
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The 2016 GOYA Basketball Tournament
will be held January 15-18, 2016
in Dallas, Texas!
The annual basketball tournament brings together GOYANS and
family members from throughout the Metropolis of Denver. It is the
largest gathering of any kind in the Metropolis and offers an
atmosphere of Christian fellowship and friendly competition.
Please note the registration dates below:
Registration: (November 1-30, 2015) $250
http://youth.denver.goarch.org/events/2016-events/2016-basketball-
event-weekend/
Any difficulties or concerns with registration, please contact Father
Peter [email protected].
This year instead of the wreath fundraiser, we are selling
poinsettias. The money raised from this fundraiser will help your
child with hotel fees. For questions about the poinsettias, please
contact Chris Kazanas ([email protected]).
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Holy Trinity Academy
Celebrating 15 years
2000-2015
Campaign Goal $40,000.00
Your donation will provide funds for our top priorities:
*Curriculum *HTA Scholarship Fund *Enrichment programs *Enhancement to our Chapel *Staff Professional Development
Our Annual Campaign is our biggest fundraiser! Our goal is to have 100% of our parishioners support. Your contribution sends a message that Holy Trinity Academy makes a difference in our children’s lives. With your donation we can continue to provide an outstanding educational experience to our students. Thank you
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MISSION BLANKETS
We are currently communicating with Fr. Alaniz in Anjara, Jordan
about the logistics of sending our 32 blankets to the children of the Mother of
Hope Orphanage where he is the director. As soon as the details have been
arranged we will ship them.
He has sent all of you who have contributed to this effort, as well as
our entire church, his blessings and appreciation in advance. He is
expressing great happiness in anticipation of receiving these "presents" for
the children.
Thank all of you who have given of your time, talent and treasure
toward the orphans in Jordan.
Now, while we start thinking about Christmas shopping, let's
consider adding an orphan to our list. In spring next year we plan to reach
out to a brand new children's home being started in Sierra Leone, West
Africa. This is being done by another Orthodox priest in response to
the aftermath of the Ebola crisis. It will be our 10th shipment, and we thank
God for blessing us so that we in turn, can bless these precious children.
WAYS YOU CAN GIVE:
Ready- made twin blankets
Hand made twin blankets
Gently-used twin blankets
Spools of ribbon or trim
Checks made out to HTGOC (for shipping) -"Mission Blankets" in
memo line.
Look for the box in the church hall marked "Mission Blankets"
Contact one of us for any questions or suggestions:
Nancy Hebert 972-679-6956
Karen Antos 214-763-4867
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CENTENNIAL GALA
CHOIR RECITAL Friday, November 13th 6 - 7 p.m. at Holy Trinity
In celebration of the 100 years of the presence of our
Greek Community in the Dallas area, our Choir will give a
joyful recital in the presence of His Eminence Archbishop
Dimitrios, Metropolitan Isaiah and many other hierarchs and
priests who have served our community in the past.
Also in attendance will be the Honorable Greek Consul General
of Houston.
Everyone is invited to come join us and enjoy our concert free of
charge.
Sincerely,
Maria Carayannopoulos,
Janine Shinn, Joanna Spahis,
& The Choir
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HTGOC
100th Anniversary Celebration
2015 Monthly Events
NOVEMBER
* Holy Trinity Choir Concert (13th) *
* Hierarchal Blessing 10 a.m. at
Thanksgiving Square - downtown Dallas (14th) *
* Great Vespers & Celebration Gala with
Cocktails, Dinner, Slide Show, Speeches and Dance (14th) *
* Hierarchal Divine Liturgy & Memorial Service (15th) *
* Entire Parish invited to a Complimentary Centennial
Brunch and Commemorative Group Photo (15th) *
DECEMBER
* St. Barbara’s Philoptochos Nameday Luncheon and
Kickoff of the next 100 Years (6th) *
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Weekly Bulletin Stewardship Report as of 11/04/15 Contributions received 1/1/15 to 11/04/15
2015 Stewardship Pledges
Number of Pledges
$ 2015 Pledges
$ Contributed to 2015 Stewardship
% of 2015 Pledge Contributed
No Change to Pledge 340 $377,613
Decreased Pledge 110 $99,102
Increased Pledge 227 $378,622
New Pledges 60 $54,595
TOTAL # of Pledges 737 $909,932 $679,949 74.73%
Jim Dolmas Harry Yianitsas
2015 Parish Council President 2015 Stewardship Chairman
Dear Stewards of Holy Trinity,
Two months ago, the parish council began a campaign
to "close the gap" between the stewardship commitments our
parishioners have made so far this year and the stewardship goal established in
the 2015 budget. By our calculation, if each stewardship family pledged an
extra $45 for 2015, we would easily meet our budget goal.
We have already had many responses to this appeal, and to those
stewards who have stepped up and increased their 2015 pledges, we are very
grateful! We would like to offer everyone a chance to participate in this effort
in the simplest way possible. To that end, we created an online form where,
with just a couple mouse clicks you can make a commitment to help close the
gap.
The link is: http://goo.gl/forms/HTZqM24IhU
Note that this is an online pledge form, not an online payment form.
Additions made to your 2015 commitment will then be reflected on your
subsequent stewardship statements, so you may take care of payment in
whatever way is convenient for you.
We hope you will participate, and we thank you for your ongoing
support of the ministries of Holy Trinity!
See the next page for some frequently asked questions (and answers)
about this campaign.
In Christ's service,
The 2015 Parish Council & Stewardship Committee
(continued from Page 15)
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: What is "the gap"?
A: Our 2015 stewardship goal, set out in the budget the parish approved last
November, was roughly $930,000. As of mid-year, pledges for 2015 stewardship
amounted to a little more than $900,000. That's "the gap": the roughly $30,000
difference between the 2015 budget goal and the pledges we've received so far.
Q: How did it come about?
A: Every year we are blessed and humbled by the generosity of you, our
parishioners; your pledges have almost always exceeded our budget goals.
Around mid-summer, though, it became clear that pledges were going to fall
short of our goal, and the "close the gap" campaign was developed in response.
Q: So is the church looking at a deficit for 2015?
A: Thankfully, no. Our festival, under excellent leadership and blessed with
good weather, should keep us "in the black" for 2015. But that only makes the
need slightly less urgent, and in fact highlights the importance of gradually
weaning our parish from reliance on the festival to pay our basic operating
costs. That's a less than ideal way to operate, and since we aim to become a "100
percent stewardship" parish, we need to clearly hit our stewardship targets.
Q: What can we do to close the gap?
A: The gap, about $30,000 (and shrinking, thanks to those who've already
increased their pledges), amounts to about an extra $45 from each of our
stewardship families. If each of our families could commit to increase their 2015
pledge by that amount or more, we would easily meet our target, and we would
be another step closer to the goal of paying our operating expenses entirely
from stewardship.