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Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2019-03-24
Bulletin Contents
Hymns of the Day
Gospel and Epistle Readings
Parish News and Events
Upcoming Events
Saints and Feasts
Wisdom of the Fathers
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Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church

General Information

  • Phone:
  • (914) 235-6100
  • Fax:
  • (914) 235-0708
  • Street Address:

  • 10 Mill Road

  • New Rochelle, NY 10804
  • Mailing Address:

  • 10 Mill Road

  • New Rochelle, NY 10804

Contact Information

Protopresbyter V. Rev. Nicholas G. Anctil

FrAnctil@aol.com | 914-235-6100

Services Schedule

Orthros begins at 9:00am; Divine Liturgy and Sunday School, 10:00am

Past Bulletins


Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Second Mode

When Thou didst descend unto death, O Life Immortal, then didst Thou slay Hades with the lightning of Thy Divinity. And when Thou didst also raise the dead out of the nethermost depths, all the powers in the Heavens cried out: O Life-giver, Christ our God, glory be to Thee.

Apolytikion of Forefeast of the Annunciation in the Fourth Tone

Today is the prelude of universal joy; let us keep the forefeast in gladness. For, behold, Gabriel cometh with fear and wonder unto the Virgin, bringing her the good tidings: Rejoice, thou who art full of grace; the Lord is with thee.

Apolytikion of Sun. of St. Gregory Palamas in the Plagal of the Fourth Tone

O Gregory the Miracle Worker, light of Orthodoxy, support and teacher of the Church, comeliness of Monastics, invincible defender of theologians, the pride of Thessalonica, and preacher of grace, intercede forever that our souls may be saved.

Apolytikion of the Church in the Plagal Fourth Mode

Blessed are You, O Christ our God, who made fisherman all-wise, by sending down upon them the Holy Spirit, and through them, drawing all the world into Your net. O Loving One, glory be to You.

Seasonal Kontakion in the Fourth Mode

At the great Archangel's voice, O Theotokos, the All-holy Spirit came upon thee and thou didst conceive Him that is one in essence and throne with God the Father, O Adam's recovery.

The translations of hymns are under copyright and used by permission. All rights reserved. These works may not be further reproduced, in print or on other websites or in any other form, without the prior written authorization of the copyright holder:

  • Resurrectional Apolytikion in Second Tone © Holy Transfiguration Monastery - Brookline, MA
  • Apolytikion of Forefeast of the Annunciation in the Fourth Tone © Holy Transfiguration Monastery - Brookline, MA
  • Apolytikion of Sun. of St. Gregory Palamas in the Plagal of the Fourth Tone © Narthex Press
  • Apolytikion of the Church ©
  • Seasonal Kontakion in the Fourth Tone © Holy Transfiguration Monastery - Brookline, MA
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    Gospel and Epistle Readings

    Epistle Reading

    Prokeimenon. Second Mode. Psalm 117.14,18.
    The Lord is my strength and my song.
    Verse: The Lord has chastened me sorely.

    The reading is from St. Paul's Letter to the Hebrews 1:10-14; 2:1-3.

    "IN THE BEGINNING, Thou, Lord, didst found the earth in the beginning, and the heavens are the work of thy hands; they will perish, but thou remainest; they will all grow old like a garment, like a mantle thou wilt roll them up, and they will be changed. But thou art the same, and thy years will never end." But to what angel has he ever said, "Sit at my right hand, till I make thy enemies a stool for thy feet?" Are they not all ministering spirits sent forth to serve, for the sake of those who are to obtain salvation?

    Therefore we must pay closer attention to what we have heard, lest we drift away from it. For if the message declared by angels was valid and every transgression or disobedience received a just retribution, how shall we escape if we neglect such a great salvation? It was declared at first by the Lord, and it was attested to us by those who heard him.

    Gospel Reading

    Sunday of St. Gregory Palamas
    The Reading is from Mark 2:1-12

    At that time, Jesus entered Capernaum and it was reported that he was at home. And many were gathered together, so that there was no longer room for them, not even about the door; and he was preaching the word to them. And they came, bringing to him a paralytic carried by four men. And when they could not get near him because of the crowd, they removed the roof above him; and when they had made an opening, they let down the pallet on which the paralytic lay. And when Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralytic, "My son, your sins are forgiven." Now some of the scribes were sitting there, questioning in their hearts, "Why does this man speak thus? It is a blasphemy! Who can forgive sins but God alone?" And immediately Jesus, perceiving in his spirit that they thus questioned within themselves, said to them, "Why do you question thus in your hearts? Which is easier, to say to the paralytic, 'Your sins are forgiven,' or to say, 'Rise, take up your pallet and walk? But that you may know that the Son of man has authority on earth to forgive sins"-he said to the paralytic-"I say to you, rise, take up your pallet and go home." And he rose, and immediately took up the pallet and went out before them all; so that they were all amazed and glorified God, saying, "We never saw anything like this!"

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    Parish News and Events

    2nd Sunday of Lent

    GODPARENTS SUNDAY

    Memorials for Adam J. Damascus and Angeles Konstantinou

    Orthros ~ 9:00am, Divine Liturgy and Sunday School~ 10:00am
    Alter Boys ~ Group 2     (7th & 8th Graders)

    Agape in memory of Adam J. Damascus sponsored by his family
     in the Social Hall following the Liturgy 

     

    Church Services for the Week 

    Monday, March 25th


    Wednesday, March 27th 

    Annunciation of the Virgin Mary.
    Orthros and Divine Liturgy, 9:30-11:00am

    Evening Pre-Sanctified Divine Liturgy, 6:00pm
    (Philoptochos Lenten Supper to Follow)

     Friday, March 29th

    Sunday, March 31st

     3rd Salutation Service to the Virgin Mary 7:00pm

    SUNDAY OF THE HOLY CROSS

     

    Events for the Week  

    Monday, March 25th

    Tuesday, March 26th

    Monday School ~ Foyer ~ 7pm-8pm

    Greek School ~ Classrooms ~ 5pm-6:30pm
    Adult Greek School ~ Library ~ 6:45pm-8:15pm

    Wednesday, March 27th


    Thursday, March 28th

    PPhiloptochos Lenten Dinner ~ Social Hall ~ 7:00pm
    Knitting for Charity ~ Library ~ 7pm-8:30pm

    Soup Run ~ Kitchen ~ 6:30-9:30

    Friday, March 29th

    Greek School ~ Classrooms ~5pm-6:30pm
    Greek School Open Gym Night ~ Gym ~ 6:30-8pm
    Scouts ~ Classrooms ~ 6:30-8pm

     

    Ministries of the Parish  

    Philoptochos Ministries 

    MANHATTAN HOMELESS OUTREACH – We serve homemade food, provide clothing, shoes and toiletries, along with conversation and compassion, to 125 homeless on the sidewalk of 33rd Street in Manhattan once a month during our “soup run”. At this time, we can only accept spring clothing (sweatshirts, sweaters, pants, and new men's and women's underwear). We are also accepting tote bags and backpacks. Our next soup run is on March 28th, and we meet in the Church kitchen at 6:30 p.m. Contact Despina Kartson (dkartson@gmail.com; 914-779-5543/917-603-7854) or Maria Scaros (mscamer@hotmail.com; 203-531-5500/ 203-399-7292)

    COOKING FOR HOPE-During the Lenten season when God asks us to give a little more of ourselves please join us and cook for the HOPE Soup Kitchen of New Rochelle.  HOPE serves dinner three evenings a week, 52 weeks a year, to our neighbors in need.We will be cooking for HOPE (in our Church kitchen) on the following Thursdays at 6:00pm: April 4th, May 9th and June 6th. Please mark your calendars; we would love for you to join us. If you would like to join us or have any questions please contact  Stephanie Madouros (s.madouros@wssworldseas.com) or Linda Kondos (lovelyylinda@aol.com )

    KNITTING FOR CHARITY - Our next meeting will be on Wednesday, March 27th. Please contact Anthoula DeKnatel with any questions anthoulad@verizon.net or 914-723-6285

    PHILOPTOCHOS BOOK GROUP -The Philoptochos Book Group will meet Thursday, April 18th at 7:30 pm to discuss "Where the Crawdad's Sing" by Delia Owen.

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    YOUNG AT HEART -We re collecting dues for the year 2019. The charge is $20 per person  and you can pay at any time. The Young at Heart next Meeting is Wednesday, April 3rd at 11:00 in our social hall. If you have any questions please call Marlene at 914-337-5208. 

    HOLY TRINITY DANCE TROUPE -Dancing enthusiasts, we gather together our kindred spirits and sharing the joy of dance!!! If you have any questions please contact Eirini Metaxas at 914.656.1242 or htdancers@icloud.com  

    HOLY TRINITY SCOUTING - What do Neal Armstrong, Steven Spielberg, Michael Bloomberg, and Sam Walton have in common? They were all Scouts who reached the ultimate rank in Scouting- Eagle. Scouting is about character building, citizenship and leadership. It is about having fun and caring about the environment. It is about appreciating Science and what it can do for us humans. It is about helping young boys and girls ages 5 -17 build confidence skills and attain independence. Come join us and learn more about the Scouts BSA program.  We meet the first, third and fifth Friday of each month from 6:30 to 8 pm. For more information, please contact us at ktkingsley@hotmail.com or djkewick@aol.com.

    GIRL SCOUTS - Interested in being part of 2.5 million strong—more than 1.7 million girls and 750,000 adults who believe in the power of every G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-taker, Leader)™ to change the world?  Join the Girl Scouts!!  We’re the preeminent leadership development organization for girls.  And with programs from coast to coast and across the globe, Girl Scouts offers every girl a chance to practice a lifetime of leadership, adventure, and success. Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.  We have all levels (Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors).  For more information please contact Helen Dallaris (helen@dallaris.com) or Marina Kartanos (mkartanos76@hotmailcom).

     

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    Saints and Feasts

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    March 24

    Sunday of St. Gregory Palamas

    This divine Father, who was from Asia Minor, was from childhood reared in the royal court of Constantinople, where he was instructed in both religious and secular wisdom. Later, while still a youth, he left the imperial court and struggled in asceticism on Mount Athos, and in the Skete at Beroea. He spent some time in Thessalonica being treated for an illness that came from his harsh manner of life. He was present in Constantinople at the Council that was convened in 1341 against Barlaam of Calabria, and at the Council of 1347 against Acindynus, who was of like mind with Barlaam; Barlaam and Acindynus claimed that the grace of God is created. At both these Councils, the Saint contended courageously for the true dogmas of the Church of Christ, teaching in particular that divine grace is not created, but is the uncreated energies of God which are poured forth throughout creation: otherwise it would be impossible, if grace were created, for man to have genuine communion with the uncreated God. In 1347 he was appointed Metropolitan of Thessalonica. He tended his flock in an apostolic manner for some twelve years, and wrote many books and treatises on the most exalted doctrines of our Faith; and having lived for a total of sixty-three years, he reposed in the Lord in 1359.

    His holy relics are kept in the Cathedral of Thessalonica. A full service was composed for his feast day by the Patriarch Philotheus in 1368, when it was established that his feast be celebrated on this day. Since works without right faith avail nothing, we set Orthodoxy of faith as the foundation of all that we accomplish during the Fast, by celebrating the Triumph of Orthodoxy the Sunday before, and the great defender of the teachings of the holy Fathers today.

    Allsaint
    March 24

    Forefeast of the Annunciation

    Allsaint
    March 24

    Bp. Artemon

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    Wisdom of the Fathers

    Now Matthew indeed saith, that "they brought him," but the others, that they also broke up the roof, and let him down. And they put the sick man before Christ, saying nothing, but committing the whole to Him.
    St. John Chrysostom
    Homily 29 on Matthew 9, 1. B#54, pp. 195, 196, 4th Century

    For though in the beginning He Himself went about, and did not require so much faith of them that came unto Him; yet in this case they both approached Him, and had faith required on their part. For, "Seeing," it is said, "their faith;" that is, the faith of them that had let the man down.
    St. John Chrysostom
    Homily 29 on Matthew 9, 1. B#54, pp. 195, 196, 4th Century

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