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Resurrectional Apolytikion - Tone 4 (Page 53)
The joyful news of Your Resurrection was told to the women disciples of the Lord by the angel. Having thrown off the ancestral curse, and boasting, they told the Apostles: death has been vanquished. Christ our God is risen, granting to the world great mercy.
Apolytikion of the Sunday Before Theophany
Make ready, Zabulon; prepare yourself, O Nephthalim. O River Jordan, stay thy course and skip for gladness to receive the Sovereign Master, Who comes now to be baptized. O Adam, be glad with our first mother, Eve; hide not as you did of old in Paradise. Seeing you naked, He has appeared now to clothe you in the first robe again. Christ has appeared, for He truly will to renew all creation.
Apolytikion of the Church
Blessed are You, O Christ our God, Who has shown forth the fishermen to be most wise by sending down upon them the Holy Spirit. And through them, You drew the world into Your net. O merciful One, glory to You!
Kontakion of the Sunday of Before Theophany
In the running waters of the Jordan River, on this day the Lord of all cries to John: Be not afraid and hesitate not to baptize Me, for I am come to save Adam, the first-formed man.
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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
It is the sole and peculiar property of the Substance that transcends all, to be able to bestow on men the ...Read Full Text >
-St. Cyril of Alexandria, Commentary on the Gospel of St. Luke, Homily 10., 4th Century
But this exists in Christ, not as a thing received, nor by communication from another, but as His own, and as ...Read Full Text >
-St. Cyril of Alexandria, Commentary on the Gospel of St. Luke, Homily 10., 4th Century
The Word, therefore, that became man is, as it appears, God, and the fruit of the Father's substance ...Yes! We ...Read Full Text >
-St. Cyril of Alexandria, Commentary on the Gospel of St. Luke, Homily 10., 4th Century
… but this He still wrought, even when He was made man, as being the One Son with the flesh united to Him in an ...Read Full Text >
-St. Cyril of Alexandria, Commentary on the Gospel of St. Luke, Homily 10., 4th Century
'And He is the expectation of the nations' ... Therefore it is said to Moses, 'Remove the sandals from your feet' ...Read Full Text >
-St. Ambrose of Milan, Seven Exegetical Works, 4.22, 4th Century
It was for that reason that Joshua, son of Nun, removed his sandals (Cf. Jos. 5:15), in order that he also could ...Read Full Text >
-St. Ambrose of Milan, Seven Exegetical Works, 4.22, 4th Century
This means: He alone is the husband of the Church, He is the expectation of the nations, and the prophets removed ...Read Full Text >
-St. Ambrose of Milan, Seven Exegetical Works, 4.22, 4th Century
Repentance is the renewal of baptism and is a contract with God for a fresh start in life.
-St. John Climacus, Ladder of Divine Ascent Step 5:On Penitence, Paulist Press pg. 121, 6th century
Do you see that both by the words of the Prophet Isaiah and by his own preaching this one thing is manifested ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Commentary on St. Matthew, P. G. 57:142, (col. 187), Fourth Century AD
Everyone that preaches true faith and good works, what does he do but prepare the way of the Lord so that He may ...Read Full Text >
-St. Gregory the Great, On the Mystical Church, P. G. 76 (cols 1159-1170) in Toal, I:89, Sixth Century
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Vespers
Monthy Paraclesis - Second Wednesday of each month, 6:00 pm
Matins
Regular Hours - Sunday & Weekdays: 8:30 a.m. (April-October); Winter Hours - 9:00 a.m. (November-March)
Liturgy
Regular Hours - Sunday & Weekdays: 9:30 a.m. (April-October); Winter Hours - 10:00 a.m. (November-March)
Bible Study
Orthodox Studies Forum - First and Third Wednesday of each month, 7:00 p.m. at La Roche College, Room SC106; Saint Lydia Women's Study Ministry - Every other Thursday, 9:30 a.m.; Saint Nikodemos Men's Fellowship - First and Third Tuesdays of the month, September through May, 12:00 noon, Three Gateway Center, Suite 1600.
Parish Information
Holy Trinity Church
302 West North Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Phone: (412) 321-9282
Fax: (412) 321-7272
Website: www.HolyTrinityPgh.org
Email: office@HolyTrinityPgh.org
Proistamenos: Rev. Fr. John N. Touloumes
Email: fjt@HolyTrinityPgh.org
Assistant: Fr. Radu Bordeianu
Email: FrRadu@HolyTrinityPgh.org
Other Parish Info
Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Administrative Asst.: Josephine Stofko
Parish Council President: Louis T. Loomis
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Trisagion Prayers Today
Trisagion prayers will be offered at the conclusion of the Divine Liturgy today for the repose of the souls of the servants of God, John Balouris (12 years today), Helen Balouris (19 years) and Vasiliki (Koula) Denas (1 year on Theophany). May their memory be eternal!
Services for Theophany This Week
Please take note of and plan on attending the divine services for the Great and Holy Feast of Theophany. They are as follows:
- Mon. Jan. 5, 6pm Vesperal Liturgy of the Theophany of our Lord: This is the first of two Theophany Divine Liturgies and services of Great Blessings of the Waters. The evening ...Read Full Text >
Family Worship Sunday Today
Attention parents: please note that there will be no Church School classes on today, as it is designated a Family Worship Sunday. Thank you for being here for the "heart of the faith" to share in the worship of our Holy Lord as a family.
House Blessings - Please put in your request by January 5
The just-mailed issue of The Herald contains information on an important Orthodox Christian tradition: house blessings. This is an event which should be done each year in every Orthodox home or business. Please use the form to submit a request or email Father John at fjt@HolyTrinityPgh.org by January 5. The ...Read Full Text >
Vasilopita Celebration: January 11
The annual celebration of the Vasilopita for the Feast of St. Basil and the New Year will take place on Sunday, January 11. Please be present.
Parish Council Installation and Election of Officers Last Week
Congratulations and thank you to the members of the Holy Trinity 2009 Parish Council: Chris T. Balouris, Dean J. Balouris, Sondra A. Balouris, Yvonne Balouris, George Danis, George Dickos, Joanne Germanos, Anthony Loomis, Robert Marsh, Nick Sarandou, Vasilios Scoumis, Alex Trilivas and Gerri Valliant. ...Read Full Text >
St. Lydia Orthodox Women`s Study Ministry: January 8
The St. Lydia Women’s Study Fellowship is a ministry for women to share in fellowship and to study scripture, the Orthodox Faith and family life in today’s world. The meetings take place every other week on Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. This fall, starting on September 18, they will take place at the home ...Read Full Text >
IOCC Theophany Charity Ball: January 17
The Pittsburgh area committee of International Orthodox Christian Charities will host its Fourth Annual Theophany Charity Ball on Saturday, January 17, 2009, Hors D’oeuvres 5:00 p.m., Dinner & Dance 6:00 p.m. The event will be held at the Serbian-American Cultural Center, 1000 Colliers Way, Weirton, WV ...Read Full Text >
Snow Line for Bad Weather: 412-321-9282, Option “6”
Please keep in mind over the winter months that the Holy Trinity "Snow Line" is available to check for the cancellation of events in the case of snow or inclement weather. Call the church office after hours at 412-321-9282, then select option "6" to hear announcements of any cancellations.
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