Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, Raleigh, NC PUBLISH DATE: November 8, 2009

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 ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Luke 8:41-56
7th Sunday of Luke

At that time, there came to Jesus a man named Jairus, who was a ruler of the synagogue; and ...Read Full Text >

Synaxis of the Archangel Michael & the other Bodiless Powers: Gabriel, Raphael, Uriel, Salaphiel, Jegudiel, & Barachiel
November 8 ...Read Full Text >

Nektarios the Wonderworker, Bishop of Pentapolis
November 9 ...Read Full Text >

Onesiphoros and Porphyrios of Ephesus
November 9 ...Read Full Text >

Matrona, Abbess of Constantinople
November 9 ...Read Full Text >

Erastos, Olympas, Herodion, Sosipatros, Quartus, Tertios, Apostles of the 70
November 10 ...Read Full Text >

Orestes the Martyr of Cappadocia
November 10 ...Read Full Text >

Menas of Egypt
November 11 ...Read Full Text >

Saint Victor and Stephanie
November 11 ...Read Full Text >

Theodore the Studite
November 11 ...Read Full Text >

Holy Martyr Vincent
November 11 ...Read Full Text >

John the Merciful, Patriarch of Alexandria
November 12 ...Read Full Text >

Nilus the Ascetic of Sinai
November 12 ...Read Full Text >

Saint Martin, Bishop of Tours
November 12 ...Read Full Text >

John Chrysostom, Archbishop of Constantinople
November 13 ...Read Full Text >

Philip the Apostle
November 14 ...Read Full Text >

Resurrectional Apolytikion Plagal of the First Tone
O Faithful, let us sing a hymn of praise and worship to the Logos, coeternal with the Father and the Spirit, who was born of the Virgin for our salvation. Of His own will He went upon the Cross in the flesh and suffered death, to raise the dead through His glorious Resurrection. -Translation by Narthex Press

Apolytikion for Synaxis of the Archangel Michael & the other Bodiless Powers: Gabriel, Raphael, Uriel, Salaphiel, Jegudiel, & Barachiel
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! " -Translation by Narthex Press

Apolytikion of the Church
Blessed are You, O Christ our God, who made fishermen all-wise, sending upon them the Holy Spirit and, through them, netting the world. O Loving One, glory to You. -Translation by Narthex Press

Kontakion
Chief Commanders of God; ministers of divine glory; guides for men and leadership of the Incorporeal; as Chief Commanders of the Incorporeal, plead for our welfare and for great mercy. - Translation by Narthex Press

He puts an end to the woman’s fear ... He sets her right, in respect of her thinking to be hid ... He exhibits her  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 31 on Matthew 9, 4th Century


At the same time both signifying that it is easy for Him to raise the dead ... and also teaching us not to fear  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 31 on Matthew 9, 4th Century


For in a contest there is much labor needed--and after the contest victory falls to some, to others disgrace. Is  ...Read Full Text >
-St. Ambrose of Milan, Chapter 15, Three Books on the Duties of the Clergy, 4th century


We advance toward humility by means of trials. He who rests on his virtue without suffering tribulation has the  ...Read Full Text >
-St. Isaac of Syria, Homily 57, in Ascetical Homilies, p. 283, 7th century


But the head of every good endeavor and the guiding force of right actions is perseverance in prayer. By means of  ...Read Full Text >
-St. Makarios the Great, Homilies 40.2, in Spiritual Homilies, 4th century


Vespers
See Parish Bulletin

Matins
Sunday: 8:30 a.m.

Liturgy
Sunday: 10:00 a.m. Weekday: Please see Parish Newsletter

Bible Study
Please see Sunday Bulletin for details.

Parish Information
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church
5000 Lead Mine Road
Raleigh, NC 27612

Phone: (919) 781-4548
Fax: (919) 781-4568
Website: www.holytrinityraleigh.org

Proistamenos: Rev. Fr. Paul A. Kaplanis
Email: frpaulk@msn.com

Other Parish Info
Book Club, please see Sunday Bulletin for details

 

November 3, 2009
Encyclical of Archbishop Demetrios for the Feast of the Holy Archangels - November 8, 2009
November 8, 2009
Feast of the Synaxis of the
Holy Archangels
          
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November 4, 2009
HIS EMINENCE METROPOLITAN ALEXIOS MESSAGE FOR THE ARCHANGEL MICHAEL FEAST DAY AND HONORS
November 2009


My Beloved,

“Let the beauty of the LORD our GOD be upon us,
and establish the work of our hands for us.”
(Psalm 90:17)


As you all know, this event has become a sacred and beloved tradition of our Metropolis of Atlanta family, as we gather
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THIS WEEK’S EVENTS
Sunday, Nov. 8: Special Tray for our Patriarchate; Fellowship Coffee Hour sponsored in honor of our Veterans; Memorials: 1-Year, Faye Kanas; 26-Years, Eleni Diamondopoulou; 40-Day Blessing, Alexia & Guy Idoura; Baptism: child of Samar & Ayman Odeh, 1 PM; Ladies Philoptochos Meeting, Speaker, 4 PM
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PARISH COUNCIL NOMINEES
Our Parish General Assembly takes place on Nov. 22, when the slate of Parish Council Nominees are announced to be accepted. According to the UPR and our Parish Bylaws, all candidates must be Orthodox Christian members in good standing both spiritually and financially. Each candidate must attend the P.C. ...Read Full Text >

CHOIR REHEARSALS
Youth Choir Rehearsals for this year’s Christmas Program begin on Sat., November 14, 9:45-10:30 and continue on Sat., November 21, 9:45-10:30, Sat., December 5, 9:45-10:30, all in the Multipurpose Room. Saturday, December 12, 10:00-11:30 there will be a JOINT rehearsal with adults in main church.

CHRISTMAS WREATHS ORDERS
Today is last day to order Christmas Wreaths. The proceeds benefit our GOYA Youth Program. We thank everyone for their support.

STEWARDSHIP SUNDAY
TODAY is Stewardship Sunday. This is the official beginning to our 2010 Stewardship Program. We ask everyone to thoughtfully and prayerfully complete their card and place it in the bowl in the foyer. This year’s theme: “Come and See”, reminds us of our commitment to Christ. Offer a meaningful and truly ...Read Full Text >

YOUTH EVENTS
Our next ANGELS/HOPE/JOY meeting is at church on Friday, Nov. 13, 6:15-8:15 PM. Our theme is: “How Orthodox Christians are to be Grateful”. Please note that parents are required to come.

PRE-SALE FOOD & PASTRY ORDERS
Please support the Bake Sale by placing pre-orders for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Try you best to support our Philoptochos. They offer so much and help so many important philanthropic causes. The Ladies are also selling Fillo dough.

NEIGHBORHOOD GATHERINGS
As a part of our sharing news and the vision of our Capital Campaign, several families will be hosting neighborhood gatherings. Sign up sheets are available in the Parish Hall to choose the one that you would like to attend. Please note, that there will be no solicitations. The first one is Monday, November ...Read Full Text >

FOYER UPDATE
Structural issues on the roof under our HVAC units have delayed the foyer renovation. Drawings were re-submitted and permits will be granted soon. The front windows and interior will be completed after the roof and HVAC units are replaced. We anticipate a December completion date. Thank you for your patience ...Read Full Text >

OUTREACH
The Philoptochos Outreach Committee is collecting new, unwrapped toys and gifts through Sun., Nov. 29, for Interact's Annual Holiday Bazaar. See the flyer on the candle stand for more information and a suggested gift list or contact Laura Saparilas at 919-630-2490.

GUEST SPEAKER
Come today 4 PM, to hear guest speaker, Penny Lauricella who is Executive Director of the Pretty in Pink Foundation. The organization helps breast cancer patients who have limited or no insurance to receive proper treatment.

SPIRITUAL BOOK CLUB
DON’T MISS, Dr. Markides, author of two books on Orthodox Spirituality, when he visits our parish for two presentations, Fri., Nov. 20, 7-9 PM and Sat., November 21, 2-4 PM. Everyone is welcome! If you purchased his books bring them along to have them signed by the author.

25th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
This is the last Sunday to purchase tickets for the Ordination Anniversary. If you are a sponsor and have not received your tickets, please pick them up in the Hall. Coffee Hour next Sun., Nov. 15, will be in honor of Presbytera Evi and Fr. Paul’s, please bring a food/dessert item.

Fordham University Bestows Highest Honor On Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew

October 28, 2009
Fordham University conferred yesterday its highest honor, the Honorary Doctorate of Laws, to His All Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew “for his remarkable service to the world community and for the principles that he continues to uphold.” ...Read Full Text >

Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew Meets With U.N. Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon

October 28, 2009
His All Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew as part of his Patriarchal and Apostolic Visit to the United States met yesterday, Wednesday, October 28, with U.N. Secretary General Ban Ki-moon at the United Nations Headquarters. ...Read Full Text >

DON’T MISS, Dr. Markides, author of two books on Orthodox Spirituality, when he visits our parish for two presentations, Fri., Nov. 20, 7-9 PM and Sat., Nov. 21, 2-4 PM. Everyone is welcome! If you purchased his books bring them along to have them signed by the author.
Previous Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church Bulletins
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