9TH SUNDAY OF LUKE, November 22 50TH ANNIVERSARY LUNCHEON-
“YESTERDAY, TODAY, TOMORROW”
-Orthros, 8:30 am
-Divine Liturgy, 9:30 am
-Altar Servers – St. Lawrence
-Greek Dancing
-St. Demetrios GOYA Basketball vs. Roslindale, 5:30 pm


MONDAY, November 23 -Thanksgiving Interfaith Service, 7:00 pm at the Campion Renewal Center, Weston—(781-788-8600.

TUESDAY, November 24 -No Greek Language Classes
-Great Vespers at St. Catherine’s Church in Braintree, 7:00 pm


WEDNESDAY, November 25 FEAST OF ST. CATHERINE
-Thanksgiving Eve Vesperal Liturgy, 6:00 pm
-No Basketball Practice


THURSDAY, November 26 THANKSGIVING DAY
HAVE A BLESSED THANKSGIVING!


FRIDAY, November 27 -Salvation Army Miracle Kitchen, 4:00-7:00 pm
-GOYA Friday-Assist at the Salvation Army Miracle Kitchen


SATURDAY, November 28 -St. Demetrios JOY Basketball vs. Watertown, 4:00 pm


13TH SUNDAY OF LUKE, November 29 -Orthros, 8:30 am
-Divine Liturgy, 9:30 am
-Altar Servers – St. Stephen
-St. Demetrios GOYA Basketball vs. Arlington, 1:30 pm
-Great Vespers for the Feast of St. Andrew at the Chapel of St. Andrew at the Metropolis Center, Brookline, 7:00 pm


TODAY—50TH ANNIVERSARY PROGRAM & LUNCHEON “YESTERDAY, TODAY & TOMORROW…”
We welcome His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios to St. Demetrios.
His presence will assist us in marking this important event in the history of our parish by honoring our past presidents, encouraging our youth and embarking on our next 50 years.
We begin this new chapter with our pledge to “build our faith” and establish a new Sanctuary dedicating it to the Glory of God!

THE REASON FOR THE SEASON THE REASON FOR THE SEASON: ST. NICHOLAS GIVING TREE RETURNS
On Nov. 22 & 29, the names of 200 children in need (under the care of Mass. Dept. of Children & Families) will be available to be chosen by the caring families and individuals of St. Demetrios.
Please plan on sponsoring at least one child, if possible, one per each child in your own family. Contact Nancy Savage: nancyasavage@gmail.com or 508-652-9020.


CONCERT OF SACRED MUSIC CD AVAILABLE DEC. 6TH DURING FELLOWSHIP HOUR!
Features music from our May concert, including the favorite hymns of the Saint Demetrios Choir and Divine Liturgy of Saint John Chrysostom, an original composition by Choir Director, Gregory Condakes.
$15.00 each. What a great Christmas gift!
For more information, please contact John Morakis (781) 891-8722.


OCF TO DELIVER 15 TURKEY DINNERS TO VETERANS THIS WEEK
Thanks to the generous support from our community we will be providing Sheriff DiPaola with Thanksgiving dinners for 15 Middlesex County veterans-in-need.
This cause was close to our hearts and OCF is grateful for the love and support which helped make this event possible.
College students who can help with the dinner drop-off this week should contact
Chris Resmini: Chrisresmini@hotmail.com.


THANKSGIVING INTERFAITH SERVICE MONDAY, NOV. 23, 2009 AT 7:00 PM
The Campion Renewal Center-Chapel of the Holy Spirit, 319 Concord Road, Weston (781-788-6800.)
The evening will include Thanksgiving meditations, readings and music; Expressions of thanks through aiding elderly homeless; Fellowship and refreshments.

THANKSGIVING EVE VESPERAL LITURGY WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25TH, 6:00 PM
AT ST. DEMETRIOS
During this unique Liturgy, we’ll give thanks to God for all the blessings in our lives and for His sustaining presence.
Beginning Thanksgiving with “thanksgiving” in our Liturgy will bring new power and meaning to your celebration.

GOYA HIGHLIGHTS Annual Salvation Army Miracle Kitchen Visit—Friday, Nov. 27th, 4:00-7:00 pm. Contact Jon Resmini at jresmini@students.hchc.edu.
Semi-Formal Holiday Dance—Saturday, Dec. 12th, 8:00-11:00 pm. $10 per person, $8 if you bring a canned good. Goyans in our Metropolis invited. Contact Jackie Theoharis: 508-529-3835.

ORTHODOX LIFE SERIES Tuesday, Dec. 1st, 7:00-8:30 pm—next/last meeting!
“For the Life of the World: Orthodox Christian Life in a Secular Age” with Dr. Bruce Beck.
We are examining key passages of the New Testament that deal with the challenges of living the Christian life in a secular world.
All welcome. No prior biblical experience necessary.


JOIN PHILOPTOCHOS FOR WREATH-MAKING AND HOLIDAY CHEER
Wednesday, December 2nd at 7:00 pm.
This is open to all parishioners and friends.
Enjoy fellowship and refreshments while you learn to dress a Christmas wreath. $20 per person.
Please sign up in advance so we may have enough supplies.
Contact Lia Sgourakes (617-695-3230), Pam Brody (781-891-8269) or Eleni Geanon (617-924-3844).

SAVE THE DATE Men’s Bible Study—Wed., Dec. 2nd, 7:00-8:00 am
Greek Dancing—Sunday, Dec. 6th, 11:45-12:45 pm


COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CARD ANNUAL ST. DEMETRIOS
COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CARD
Send your family’s greeting to our entire parish family!
Let us know how you would like your name to appear and please forward your donation of $20 to the Church Office by Dec. 6th.


5O-SOMETHING CLUB “GRECIAN DELIGHT” DEC. 6TH, 4:30 PMJoin us for a potluck dinner and a viewing of "The Journey: The Greek American Dream", a truly remarkable film that will leave you speechless!
Please contact Jennie Patterson to confirm your potluck offering: 781-235-0396 or epatt@comcast.net.
Last name A—J: Entrée; K—P: Dessert; Q—Z: Appetizer.

“SAINTLY LIVES” “SAINTLY LIVES” WILL JOURNEY TO
CRANSTON, RI ON DECEMBER 6TH.
Our St. Demetrios youth will portray Sts. Nicholas & Anna for the Annunciation Church Sunday School Students.
If you’d like to join us on the 6th to support our performers and help with logistics, please contact Fr. Alex—all are welcome to participate.


SENIOR GUILD: WHITE’S OF WESTPORT TRIP Thursday, Dec. 10th
Join us for a fantastic lunch, holiday show, music and dancing!
$45 per person covers travel (Luxury Silver Fox Coach) and entire event.
Is a 9:00 am departure from St. Demetrios with
approximate return time of 5:00 pm.
For reservations contact Tina Haratsis at 781-444-2564.

GINGERBREAD HOUSE MAKING EVENT 5TH ANNUAL GINGERBREAD HOUSE MAKING EVENT:
FRIDAY, DEC. 11, 6:00-9:00 PM
Young or young of heart? Sign up today outside the Narthex so your kit can be reserved.
Each family is asked to bring two bags of candy
(non-peanut please) and make a supportive offering of $10 to defay the costs of our gingerbread kits and supplies.
Our HOPE & JOY ministries are sponsoring the event and our entire parish is invited.


YOUTH OUTREACH OPPORTUNITY SALVATION ARMY BELL-RINGERS WANTED FOR SAT. DEC. 19TH
In connection with our ongoing Miracle Kitchen ministry, the Framingham Salvation Army has invited our teens to be donation-bell ringers at various locations on the 19th.
They will be partnered with parents and other adults from our parish.
What a great Christmas outreach opportunity for our youth.
Please contact Fr. Alex if your son/daughter is interested.

“THE BEST OF ITALY-SPRING 2010” April 26-May 8 (12 days)
Join Fr. Nick and Presvytera Elaine who will lead us on another memorable journey!
Beginning with 2 days in Rome then travel north to Orvieto, & visit Tuscany.
After continuing to Florence we’ll take a drive to Pisa on our way to Venice for 2 days.
We will travel through the Apennine Mountains and down the Adriatic coast to Assisi ending our tour visiting Pompeii, Sorrento and Capri before returning to Rome for our flight home to Boston.
Special add-on option: for those who wish to extend their visit: A 2-day stay in the Amalfi/Ravello/Sorrento Coastal area.
If you have further questions you may call Chris Doku at 781-235-8464 or Clotilde Zannetos at 781-899-6740.
There will be an informational meeting to meet group members who have expressed an interest and learn more of the details of this “Best of Italy” trip on Tuesday, Dec. 8th at 7:00 pm in the Library.
Thank you!


CORRECTED INFORMATION FOR 50TH ANNIVERSARY BALL PICTURES
To view and purchase ball photos, visit www.stdemetrios.photoherald.com. Password: Oct24 (case-sensitive: “O” must be capitalized).


CHURCH SCHOOL OUTREACH OFFERS WINTER WARMTH Look for the bin outside of the Church School office and help us fill it with mittens, gloves, hats, scarves and socks, for those most in need this winter.
Let’s share our blessings as we approach Thanksgiving and Christmas!