Holy Trinity Church, Pittsburgh, PA PUBLISH DATE: October 25, 2009

Epistle Reading
St. Paul's Letter to the Galatians 1:11-19

BRETHREN, I would have you know that the gospel which was preached by me is not man's gospel. For I did not ...Read Full Text >

Gospel Reading
Luke 8:26-39
6th Sunday of Luke

At that time, as Jesus arrived at the country of the Gadarenes, there met him a man from the ...Read Full Text >

6th Sunday of Luke
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Marcianos & Martyrios the Notaries, Chrysanthe
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Tabitha, who was raised from the dead by Peter the Apostle
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Resurrectional Apolytikion - Tone 3 (Page 52)
Let the heavens rejoice and the earth be glad, for the Lord has shown the power of His reign; He has conquered death by death, and become the first born of the dead. He has delivered us from the depths of Hades; and has granted to the world great mercy.

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 Theotokos (Page 54)
A protection of Christians unshameable, Intercessor to our Holy Maker, unwavering; reject not the prayerful cries of those who are in sin. Instead, come to us for you are good; your loving help bring unto us who are crying in faith to you: Hasten to intercede and speed now to supplicate, as a protection for all time, Theotokos, for those who honor you.
For if we, going about on the earth which is familiar and well known to us, being encompassed with a body, when we  ...Read Full Text >
-St. John Chrysostom, Homily 28 on Matthew 8, 4th Century

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 SC102; Saint Lydia Women's Study Ministry - Every other Thursday, 9:30 a.m.; Saint Nikodemos Men's Fellowship - Second and Fourth 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: Chris T. Balouris

 
Services This Week
Monday, October 26: St. Demetrios the Great Martyr
Wednesday, October 28: The Holy Protection of the Theotokos and "OXI" Day

Memorial Today
A Memorial Service will be offered at the conclusion of the Divine Liturgy today for the repose of the soul of the servant of God, Nikki Manesiotis (40 days). The coffee hour is being sponsored by the family in her memory. May her memory be eternal!

HOPE/JOY Bonfire Rescheduled for Tonight
The HOPE and JOY ministries bonfire that was postponed from last week has been rescheduled for tonight, October 25, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the home oe Gus & Penny Georgiadis, 221 Ash Court, Wexford. Phone 724-935-2383.

GOYA Bake Sale Today
The GOYA will hold its annual Steelers Sunday Bake Sale today during Coffee Hour. Be sure to stop and pick something up for the game today. Thank you for supporting our youth ministries! (Go Steelers!)

Father Radu Leaves for Conference In Belgium Tomorrow
Father Radu will be leaving tomorrow for a 9-day trip to a theological conference in Belgium. Please be sure to offer prayers God`s holy illumination in his presentations and His divine protection during his travels. Thank you, Father Radu, for bringing honor to our Faith, our Archdiocese, Metropolis and ...Read Full Text >

Regular Fall General Assembly - November 1
Please plan on staying after Divine Liturgy on Sunday, November 1, to attend the Regular Fall General Assembly. This is the Regular Fall Assembly to review parish life, nominate candidates for the Parish Council and hear reports on important parish matters. It is important that all members attend, as these ...Read Full Text >

New Years Eve at Holy Trinity This Year!
The Parish Council and Events Committee are planning to host a New Year`s Eve celebration at Holy Trinity Church this year. If anyone would like to help with this community celebration, please see Yvonne Balouris or contact her at 724-934-4850 or ybalouris@zoominternet.net. And please put New Year's Eve at ...Read Full Text >

Holy Trinity Greek School Classes Now In Session
Holy Trinity Greek School is operating both adult and children’s classes this year on Mondays at 6:00pm, and this year those classes include the additions of new teachers. Holy Trinity has a wealth of materials from preschool through senior high, including new curriculum now available through the ...Read Full Text >

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Holy Trinity Scrip Program - Gift Cards Benefit Holy Trinity Church!
Please don`t forget about the Holy Trinity Scrip program. The Scrip Desk is open during Coffee Hour on Sundays and has a valuable selection of gift cards for local and national vendors, such as Giant Eagle, various gas stations, clothing stores and many others. Every purchase you make benefits Holy Trinity ...Read Full Text >

Divine Liturgy Changes on November 1 to Winter Hours Through March
Please note that the schedule for Orthros and Divine Liturgy changes on November 1 to winter hours through March for both weekday and Sunday services: 9:00 a.m. Orthros/10:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy. (PS: Want a great way to improve your spiritual life and experience of the Faith? Keep your internal clock set ...Read Full Text >

Daylight Savings Time Ends Next Saturday Evening
Reminder: Don`t forget to set your clocks behind one hour next Saturday evening before going to bed. Daylight savings time ends at 2:00 a.m. Saturday evening. (Can`t tell whether to set the clock ahead or back each year? Remember the little saying: "Spring forward, fall back!")

Upcoming Memorials
October 25: Nikki Manesiotis; November 8: Col. Thomas Cocheres; November 15: Betty Beckas.
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew Begins Apostolic and Patriarchal Visit to the U.S.

October 21, 2009
His All Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew arrived today in New Orleans, as he begins a 15-day Apostolic and Patriarchal Visit to the United States. “We welcome you, Your All Holiness with deep reverence and respect, total dedication and plenty of love,” said Archbishop Demetrios of America, welcoming the Ecumenical Patriarch at Louis Armstrong Airport along with Metropolitan Alexios of Atlanta, members of the local clergy, local officials, a small group of Orthodox faithful from this area and two-dozen children dressed in traditional costume. ...Read Full Text >
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