Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, Raleigh, NC PUBLISH DATE: August 2, 2009

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians 1:10-17

BRETHREN, I appeal to you by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree and that there be no ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Matthew 14:14-22
8th Sunday of Matthew

At that time, Jesus saw a great throng; and he had compassion on them, and healed their sick. ...Read Full Text >

Translation of the Relics of Stephen the Protomartyr
August 2 ...Read Full Text >

Isaacius, Dalmatus, & Faustus, Ascetics of the Dalmation Monastery
August 3 ...Read Full Text >

Eusygnius the Martyr of Antioch
August 5 ...Read Full Text >

Transfiguration of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ
August 6 ...Read Full Text >

Dometios the Martyr of Persia & 2 Disciples
August 7 ...Read Full Text >

Emilian the Confessor & Bishop of Cyzikos
August 8 ...Read Full Text >
Resurrectional Apolytikion Grave Tone
By Your Cross, O Christ our God, You destroyed death. You opened paradise to the thief. You transformed the lament of the Myrrh-bearing women, and You commanded the Apostles to proclaim You are risen, granting the world Your great mercy. -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
You were transfigured upon the mount, O Christ our God, and Your disciples, in so far as they could bear, beheld Your glory. Thus, when they see You crucified, they may understand Your voluntary passion, and proclaim to the world that You are truly the effulgence of the Father. - Translation by Narthex Press
And another thing too we learn, the self-restraint of the disciples which they practised in necessary things, and  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 49 on Matthew 14, 4th Century


For being twelve, they had five loaves only and two fishes; so secondary to them were the things of the body: so  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 49 on Matthew 14, 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

 
July 14, 2009
Archpastoral Reflections for July 2009
We continue our examination of the term “Gather,” as used in the theme of our most recent Clergy-Laity Congress, “Gather My People to My Home.” In our last reflection, we directed our attention toward gathering the “disconnected” Orthodox Christians, namely, those ...Read Full Text >
July 29, 2009
HIS EMINENCE METROPOLITAN ALEXIOS` REFLECTIONS ON THE TRANSFIGURATION
This next week we will celebrate the historical event of the Transfiguration, which took place before our Lord’s Passion and Crucifixion. That is why we celebrate our Lord’s Transfiguration 40 days before the Elevation of the Holy Cross, and why, in the service of Orthros, the hymns refer ...Read Full Text >

July 29, 2009
HIS EMINENCE METROPOLITAN ALEXIOS` REFLECTIONS ON THE DORMITION
As you know, the month of August is dedicated to the Panagia, and her Dormition. Of course, in predominantly Orthodox countries, we would really experience the spirit and the significance of this holy and blessed season. However here in the United States, Orthodox Christians are a minority so that ...Read Full Text >
THIS WEEK’S EVENTS
Sunday, Aug. 2: 40-Day Blessing, son of John & Elizabeth Galanos, 11-Year Trisagion for Dusan Gladovic

Monday, Aug. 3: Karithopita (Walnut Cake) Baking, 9 AM; Paraclesis Service, 6 PM

Tuesday, Aug. 4: Galaktoboureko Preparation, 9 AM

Wednesday, Aug. 5: Galaktoboureko, if necessary, ...Read Full Text >

SPECIAL SUNDAY SCHOOL DAYS
Today, at 9:45 AM, we will have Chapel Liturgy for our Sunday School Children, Pre-School – 5th and combined classes learning time for all ages through 12th Grade. Next Sunday, August 9, we will have another Chapel Liturgy and Sunday School Session.

SPECIAL GENERAL ASSEMBLY
Our Parish Council is calling a Special General Assembly on Sunday, August 30, immediately following the Divine Liturgy. The main agenda items will include: The Proposed Foyer Renovation and the Recommendation to hire Father Anthony Scott to guide us and assist us through the Capital Fundraising Campaign for ...Read Full Text >

GREEK FESTIVAL
GREEK FESTIVAL Meeting, Monday, August 10, after the Paraclesis Service. Please attend!

SERVICES IN AUGUST
Paraclesis Services, Monday, August 3, Friday Aug. 7, Monday, August 10, and Wednesday, August 12, all at 6:00 PM. We will celebrate the Feast of the Transfiguration of Christ on Wednesday, August 5, Orthros at 5:00 PM and Divine Liturgy, 6:00 PM. On Friday August 14, we will celebrate the Great Vespers ...Read Full Text >

IT’S GREEK FESTIVAL ‘09 SIGN-UP TIME!
Take this opportunity to sign-up and volunteer for the Greek Festival this year! Sign-up sheets can be found in the hall during coffee hour after Divine Liturgy. Please join us in our efforts for supporting the church! Everyone is needed!

FATHER PAUL
Father Paul would like to thank everyone for their prayers, cards and kindness during his recent knee operation. Father is very thankful that the surgery was a success.

DEACON GAVRILO, RHONDA
Deacon Gavrilo, Rhonda and their family would like to express their thanks and appreciation for all the prayers, love and kind words and the loss of the Deacon’s brother, George. May Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ have him in a place of eternal light and repose.

FATHER PAUL’S 25th ANNIVERSARY OF HIS ORDINATION TO THE PRIESTHOOD
On Saturday, November 14, 2009 (at 11:30 a.m.), we will celebrate Father Paul Kaplanis’ 25th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood. There will be a luncheon at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Cary, NC. Sponsorships are being solicited to help with the expenses of the celebration. The funds will be used ...Read Full Text >

CHOIR ORGANIST
We are still looking for organists. Please contact Elia Nicholas, Choir Director at ejnicholas@verizon.net or 812-6861. CHOIR CONFERENCE – Congratulations to our Adult and Youth Choir members who participated in the Metropolis Choir Conference. During today’s Divine Liturgy, the choir will sing musical ...Read Full Text >

SPIRITUAL BOOK CLUB
Gifts of the Desert – The Forgotten Path of Christian Spirituality by Dr. Kyriacos C. Markides. We have already sold 37 books! Please see Tamara Costa in the G.O.Y.A. Bookstore and give your name if you would like to purchase a book.

SHOES FOR ORPHAN SOULS
On behalf of Philoptochos and our Youth we will like to thank all those who were able to participate in the Shoes for Orphan Souls Program. 39 pairs of new shoes were shipped this week. We all know that the needs of so many around us today are great. There are always opportunities to help. Thank you again!

HELP FEED THE HUNGRY FOOD COLLECTION
Please continue to bring canned goods and non-perishable foods throughout the Summer. These foods will be distributed to the North Raleigh Ministries Food Bank.
Archbishop Demetrios Hosts President of the American Bible Society

July 23, 2009
Archbishop Demetrios of America welcomed Dr. R. Lamar Vest, President of the American Bible Society, yesterday at the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America in New York.  ...Read Full Text >

Camp Saint Paul Completes Successful Fifth Year

July 21, 2009
Up in the scenic Berkshire Hills of Connecticut – amidst the serene beauty of nature and about a two-hour drive from NYC – operates for the fifth year “Camp Saint Paul” of the Direct Archdiocesan District. Archbishop Demetrios spent the day on July 7 at the camp, talked with campers, counselors and other staff, toured the grounds and the facilities and had lunch with the children. ...Read Full Text >

2010 Parish Ecclesiastical Calendars Offered by Archdiocese

July 20, 2009
Orders are now being taken for the 2010 Parish Ecclesiastical Calendars, an annual resource of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. The Calendar will feature full color icons, the names of Saints in Greek and English, hymns for each month of the year, a fasting guide, and daily Scripture readings and commemorations following the liturgical protocol of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople. ...Read Full Text >
SPECIAL SUNDAY SCHOOL DAYS & Chapel Liturgy – Today, at 9:45 AM, we will have Chapel Liturgy for our Sunday School Children, Pre-School – 5th and combined classes learning time for all ages through 12th Grade. Next Sunday, August 9, we will have another Chapel Liturgy and Sunday School Session.

GREEK FESTIVAL Meeting, Monday, August 10, after the Paraclesis Service. Please attend!

SPECIAL GENERAL ASSEMBLY – Our Parish Council is calling a Special General Assembly on Sunday, August 30, immediately following the Divine Liturgy. The main agenda items will include: The Proposed Foyer Renovation and the Recommendation to hire Father Anthony Scott to guide us and assist us through the Capital Fundraising Campaign for the building of our new Holy Sanctuary. It is very important that everyone takes the time to attend this Assembly.
Previous Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church Bulletins
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Publish Date:July 19, 2009
Publish Date:July 12, 2009
Publish Date:July 5, 2009
Publish Date:June 28, 2009
Publish Date:June 21, 2009
 
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