Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, Raleigh, NC PUBLISH DATE: April 26, 2009

Epistle Reading
Acts of the Apostles 5:12-20

IN THOSE DAYS, many signs and wonders were done among the people by the hands of the apostles. And they were ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
John 20:19-31
Thomas Sunday

On the evening of that day, the first day of the week, the doors being shut where the disciples ...Read Full Text >

Thomas Sunday
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Basil the Holy Martyr Bishop of Amasea
April 26 ...Read Full Text >

Symeon the Holy Martyr
April 27 ...Read Full Text >

The 9 Monk-martyrs of Cyzikos
April 28 ...Read Full Text >

Jason & Sosipater the Apostles of the 70 & their Companions
April 29 ...Read Full Text >

James the Apostle & brother of St. John the Theologian
April 30 ...Read Full Text >

Jeremiah the Prophet
May 1 ...Read Full Text >

Jeremiah the Prophet
May 1 ...Read Full Text >

Tamara, Queen of Georgia
May 1 ...Read Full Text >

Ignatios, & Euthemios the New Martyrs
May 1 ...Read Full Text >

Removal of the Relics of St. Athanasios the Great
May 2 ...Read Full Text >
Apolytikion for Thomas Sunday
Christ our God, You are the Life that dawned from the grave, though the tomb was sealed. Through closed doors You came to the Apostles. You are the Resurrection of all. And, You renewed us through them with an upright spirit, according to Your great mercy. -Translation by Narthex Press

Kontakion
Though You went down into the tomb, You destroyed Hades' power, and You rose the victor, Christ God, saying to the myrrh-bearing women, "Hail!" and granting peace to Your disciples, You who raise up the fallen. - Translation by Narthex Press
For though the Apostles themselves modestly ascribe it all to this cause, declaring that they did these things in  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 12 on Acts IV, 4th Century


For great is the dignity of the priests. ... And hold them very exceedingly in honor; for you indeed care about  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 86, 4th Century


... but the priest even if he rightly order his own life, if he have not an anxious care for yours and that of all  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 86, 4th Century


Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. (Heb. 11:1) And here He pronounces  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 87 on John 20, 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

 
March 23, 2009
Encyclical for The Feast of the Annunciation and Day of Greek Independence March 25, 2009
Protocol 15/09

March 25, 2009
The Feast of the Annunciation and
Day of Greek Independence

To the Most Reverend Hierarchs, the Reverend Priests and Deacons, the Monks and Nuns, the Presidents and Members of the Parish Councils of the Greek Orthodox Communities, the Distinguished ...Read Full Text >
April 9, 2009
PASCHAL MESSAGE FROM HIS EMINENCE METROPOLITAN ALEXIOS
“Christ was raised from the dead
by the glory of the Father,
so that we too might walk in newness of life”
(Romans 6: 4)

I give praise and thanksgiving to our Almighty God, Who, in His infinite mercy, has granted us the opportunity to celebrate once again this Feast of ...Read Full Text >

April 23, 2009
HIS EMINENCE METROPOLITAN ALEXIOS` REFLECTIONS ON BRIGHT WEEK
My dearly beloved,

Christ is Risen! Truly He is Risen!

It is with a glad and joyful heart that I greet you in the name of our Risen Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! At this glorious time of celebration and renewal, I extend to you my paternal blessings and best wishes for blessed and ...Read Full Text >
THIS WEEK’S EVENTS
Sunday, Apr. 26: Sunday of Thomas; Baptism: daughter of Matthew & Angelica Johnson, 1 PM; HOPE/JOY Meeting 1 PM.

Monday, Apr. 27: Young Adult Meeting & Discussion.

Thursday, Apr. 30: OCM Prayer Group. 6:45 AM.

Sunday, May 3: Sunday of the Holy Myrrh Bearers; Chapel Liturgy; ...Read Full Text >

GREAT LENT, HOLY WEEK AND EASTER PASCHA
Our Orthodox Faith offers to us Great Lent and Holy Week to help us on our road to salvation and holiness. When we put forth a strong effort, it radiates outwardly, not that we are better than our neighbor, but rather we recognize our need to receive forgiveness and to come closer to our Risen Lord, We pray ...Read Full Text >

2009 PLEDGES & OUR FIANCIAL PICTURE
So far this year, we have received 283 pledges. We also have 59 families that made various stewardship offerings, but haven`t completed a Pledge Card. In reviewing our financial situation, we find that we have received $13,000 less in income compared to this time last year. We also had a loss of $1,500 from ...Read Full Text >

A PARISH COOKBOOK & A CALL FOR RECIPIES
This year we are putting together a recipe book to raise funds for our new Church. These books will be sold at the Greek Festival but we need all of your participation to make this successful. We are proud of our diversity here at Holy Trinity and we want to reflect that through our recipe book. So please ...Read Full Text >

HOPE & JOY
Our HOPE & JOY children meet today at 1:00 PM in the Chapel, beginning with lunch, lessons with Fr. Threodore and some sports activities. Today`s theme is: "What did you learn from Great Lent and Holy Week?"

PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION
Registration for the 2009-10 school year is underway. Our Preschool offers an extraordinary setting with a loving and dedicated staff. We are now entering our 9th year! All parishioners should seriously consider the benefits of our Parish Preschool. Contact the director Betsy Higgins at 264-4783 for more ...Read Full Text >

SCHOLARSHIPS APPLICATIONS
Our parish is blessed to offer several Scholarships for full-time college students. Applications are available on the Welcome Table and the deadline for submission is May 1. An application must be complete to be considered.

2nd Annual VARIETY SHOW, “TRIBUTE TO MOMS & DADS”
On Saturday, May 16, 6:30 PM, we will have the 2nd Annual Holy Trinity Variety Show. We have chosen to dedicate this second show to mothers & fathers, both living and departed. We will have a special “theatre” style concession stand with hotdogs, popcorn, etc. There is no charge for the show, but we need ...Read Full Text >

GREEK TRADITIONS & CUSTOMS BOOK, AT A GREAT PRICE
The GOYA Bookstore is able to offer a special price on `A Guide to Greek Traditions and Customs in America` by Marilyn Rouvelas. Regularly $30.00, you may purchase a copy for $24.00. While supplies last.


April 10, 2009
Saturday of Lazarus April 11, 2009 9:15 a.m. Archangel Michael Church, Roslyn, NY Palm Sunday April 12, 2009 9:15 a.m. Holy Trinity Church, Hicksville, NY  ...Read Full Text >
Previous Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church Bulletins
Publish Date:April 19, 2009
Publish Date:April 12, 2009
Publish Date:April 5, 2009
Publish Date:March 29, 2009
Publish Date:March 22, 2009
Publish Date:March 15, 2009
Publish Date:March 8, 2009
 
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