Holy Trinity Church
Publish Date: 2018-10-28
Bulletin Contents
Gospel and Epistle Readings
Saints and Feasts
Hymns of the Day
Holy Trinity Calendar
Local Parish News
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Holy Trinity Church

General Information

  • Phone:
  • (740) 282-9835
  • Fax:
  • (740) 282-2091
  • Street Address:

  • 300 South Fourth Street

  • Steubenville, OH 43952
  • Mailing Address:

  • P.O. Box 788

  • Steubenville, OH 43952

Past Bulletins


Gospel and Epistle Readings

Epistle Reading

Prokeimenon. Plagal First Tone. Psalm 11.7,1.
You, O Lord, shall keep us and preserve us.
Verse: Save me, O Lord, for the godly man has failed.

The reading is from St. Paul's Letter to the Galatians 6:11-18.

Brethren, see with what large letters I am writing to you with my own hand. It is those who want to make a good showing in the flesh that would compel you to be circumcised, and only in order that they may not be persecuted for the cross of Christ. For even those who receive circumcision do not themselves keep the law, but they desire to have you circumcised that they may glory in your flesh. But far be it from me to glory except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world. For neither circumcision counts for anything, nor uncircumcision, but a new creation. Peace and mercy be upon all who walk by this rule, upon the Israel of God. Henceforth let no man trouble me; for I bear on my body the marks of Jesus. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit, brethren. Amen.

Gospel Reading

7th Sunday of Luke
The Reading is from Luke 8:41-56

At that time, there came to Jesus a man named Jairus, who was a ruler of the synagogue; and falling at Jesus' feet he besought him to come to his house, for he had an only daughter, about twelve years of age, and she was dying. As he went, the people pressed round him. And a woman who had had a flow of blood for twelve years and had spent all her living upon physicians and could not be healed by anyone, came up behind him, and touched the fringe of his garment; and immediately her flow of blood ceased. And Jesus said, "Who was it that touched me?" When all denied it, Peter and those who were with him said, "Master, the multitudes surround you and press upon you!" But Jesus said, "Some one touched me; for I perceive that power has gone forth from me." And when the woman saw that she was not hidden, she came trembling, and falling down before him declared in the presence of all the people why she had touched him, and how she had been immediately healed. And he said to her, "Daughter, your faith has made you well; go in peace." While he was still speaking, a man from the ruler's house came and said, "Your daughter is dead; do not trouble the Teacher any more." But Jesus on hearing this answered him, "Do not fear; only believe, and she shall be well." And when he came to the house, he permitted no one to enter with him, except Peter and John and James, and the father and mother of the child. And all were weeping and bewailing her; but he said, "Do not weep; for she is not dead but sleeping." And they laughed at him, knowing that she was dead. But taking her by the hand he called, saying, "Child, arise." And her spirit returned, and she got up at once; and he directed that something should be given her to eat. And her parents were amazed; but he charged them to tell no one what had happened.

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Saints and Feasts

Agiaskepi
October 28

The Holy Protection of the Theotokos

The Feast of the Protection commemorates the appearance of the most holy Theotokos in the Church of Blachernae in Constantinople in the tenth century, as recorded in the life of Saint Andrew the Fool for Christ's sake. While the multitudes of the faithful were gathered in church, Epiphanius, the friend of Saint Andrew, through the Saint's prayers, beheld the Virgin Mary above the faithful and spreading out her veil over them, signifying her unceasing protection of all Christians. Because of this we keep a yearly feast of gratitude, imploring our Lady never to cease sheltering us in her mighty prayers.

In the Greek tradition, this feast is celebrated on October 28, while in the Slavic tradition, this feast is celebrated on October 1.

Eunice
October 28

Holy Martyrs Terrence and Eunice

Both the country and the time of the martyrdom of these holy Martyrs are unknown. All were beheaded, after having endured many bitter torments.

Jairus
October 28

7th Sunday of Luke

Allsaint
October 28

Our Righteous Father Steven the Sabbaite

Saint Steven passed his life in ascetical discipline in the Monastery of Saint Sabbas, from whence also he received the name Sabbaite. He was consecrated bishop and reposed about the year 790, bequeathing to the Church a number of melismatic troparia.

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Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Plagal First Tone

Eternal with the Father and the Spirit is the Word, Who of a Virgin was begotten for our salvation. As the faithful we both praise and worship Him, for in the flesh did He consent to ascend unto the Cross, and death did He endure and He raised unto life the dead through His all glorious resurrection.

Seasonal Kontakion in the Second Tone

Just as a bright cloud giving shade to the entire Church, * All-pure Defender, for our times of need in days of old, * on the royal city's walls you were our protection. * To us your people, whose Protecting Veil you are today, * grant a sure defense from every danger we may face, * as we cry to you: * Hail, Protection most radiant!
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Holy Trinity Calendar

  • Holy Trinity - Steubenville

    October 28 to November 12, 2018

    Sunday, October 28

    OXI DAY

    9:00AM Orthros

    10:00AM Liturgy

    Tuesday, October 30

    National APC Meetings - San Antonio - Fr. Nick Away

    Sunday, November 4

    9:00AM Orthros

    10:00AM Liturgy

    Monday, November 5

    5:00PM Choir Rehearsal

    Wednesday, November 7

    9:00AM Office Hours

    6:00PM Paraklesis to Nektarios

    Thursday, November 8

    HOLY ARCHANGELS

    9:00AM Orthros & Liturgy, Martins Ferry, OH

    Sunday, November 11

    P.C. ELECTIONS

    VETERANS DAY

    9:00AM Orthros

    10:00AM Liturgy

    Monday, November 12

    ST. JOHN THE MERCIFUL

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Local Parish News

WEEKLY BULLETIN - October 28, 2018
Holy Protection OHI Day
ANNOUNCEMENTS & UPCOMING EVENTS

SACRAMENTS
Welcome to all visitors! Everyone is welcome in the Orthodox Church and may receive the blessed bread (antidoron) at the end of the service; but only practicing Orthodox Christians may receive the sacrament of Holy Communion.

KEEP IN YOUR PRAYERS
Hunter Adkins, Flora Alexander, Chris Collaros, James Demitras, Sophia Diamond, Georgiann Hart, Marie Kamarados, Angela Kohelis-Dobson, Nick Kirlangitis, George Maragos, Mary McElhaney, Anna Moten, George & Stella Panagis, George Parikakis, Irene Petrides, Chuck Rangos, Jim Ritter, Gloria Sergakis

(If you have names to add or remove from this list, please contact the church office.)

FELLOWSHIP HOUR
Today’s fellowship hour will be sponsored by the parish council.

VISITING PRIEST
Today we are pleased to have back to our parish Father John Chakos. He will be serving Divine Liturgy with Father Nick, and he will offer the homily. Our mission collection will go to his missionary efforts in Guatemala.

PARISH COUNCIL ELECTIONS
Today is the last day to request an absentee ballot.

FASTING SCHEDULE
Strict Fast - Wednesday & Friday

SCHEDULE FOR THE WEEK

Thursday, November 1
6:30 P.M.      Philoptochos Anniversary Dinner Meeting

Tuesday, October 30 - Friday, November 3
National APC Meetings – San Antonio
Father Nick will be at the National APC (Archdiocesan Presbyters Council) Meetings from Tuesday until Friday.  If you need to speak to him, please contact the office; and the secretary will make sure that he gets your message and will have him contact you as soon as possible.

If it is an emergency, she will contact the most available clergy to assist you.

NEXT SUNDAY

November 4 – 5th Sunday of Luke

  9:00 A.M.    Orthros
10:00 A.M.    Liturgy
11:00 A.M.    Hymnology

Epistle Reader:        John Josai
Memorial:                Gus Petrides – 6 Month 
                                Departed Philoptochos

ANNOUNCEMENTS

PARISH COUNCIL ELECTION
The ballot, according to the nomination forms, is as follows:
Anthony Mougianis, Michael Riley, Steve Pahides and Joanne McCraley

October 29                Absentee ballots sent out

November 10             Absentee ballots received

November 11             Election Day - end of liturgy-1:00 P.M.

PHILOPTOCHOS ANNIVERSARY
The Philoptochos will have their anniversary dinner on Thursday, November 1, at 6:30 P.M. at Holy Trinity. Please pay your dues by Thursday, December 6.

GOYA OUTING
The GOYA will be going to Top Golf in Pittsburgh on November 4 at 2:30 P.M. All GOYA members are welcome to come.

GOYA THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE
The GOYANs will be starting the Thanksgiving food drive and will be taking monetary donations from now until November 11 for the making of the Salvation Army Thanksgiving baskets. Please give monetary donations to Vasile Matzorkis, GOYA treasurer, or Rikki Kamarados, advisor. Please see any GOYAN with any questions.

UPCOMING EVENTS

CHIAN FALL MEETING
The Chian Society will be having their fall meeting on Saturday, November 10, at 6:00 P.M. at Wyngate Assisted Living Facility, 100 Wyngate Way, Weirton, WV (just past Weirton Medical Center). Food will be provided. Please RSVP to Pete Caleodis at 740-264-5681 or Rikki Kamarados at 740-632-4311, so table arrangements can be made.

GYRO SALE
The Philoptochos Society will be having a Gyro sale on Tuesday, November 13. The sale is from 10:00 A.M to 1:00 P.M.  Gyros are $7.00 each. (There will be a $.25 charge for extra Tzatziki sauce.) Koulourakia (twist cookies) will also be available for $6.00 a dozen. Phone orders to 740-282-9835 or fax 740-282-2091.

GOYA FALL RETREAT
The 2018 GOYA Fall Retreat, will be Friday, November 16 to Sunday, November 18, at Camp Nazareth in Mercer, PA. Registration fee is $175.00. Scholarships are available. On-line registration for campers and staff is at Y2am.pittsburgh.goarch.org/retreats. Additional information is available at the Y2AM office, at 412-621-8543 or email: camp@pittsburgh.goarch.org.

 

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