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Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2020-01-12
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Hymns of the Day
Saints and Feasts
Gospel and Epistle Readings
Parish News
Baptism
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Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church

General Information

  • Phone:
  • (904)-829-0504
  • Fax:
  • (904)829-0507
  • Street Address:

  • 2940 CR-214

  • St. Augustine, FL 32084-2718

Contact Information

Ms. Nelda Hann


holy3goc@gmail.com | 9048290504

Services Schedule

Sunday Orthros 9:00am Divine Liturgy 10:00am    Fr. John Hays, Interim Priest

Past Bulletins


Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the Plagal 1st Tone

Let us worship the Word who is unoriginate with the Father and the Spirit, and from a Virgin was born for our salvation, O believers, and let us sing His praise. For in His goodness He was pleased to ascend the Cross in the flesh, and to undergo death, and to raise up those who had died, by His glorious Resurrection. Τὸν συνάναρχον Λόγον Πατρὶ καὶ Πνεύματι, τὸν ἐκ Παρθένου τεχθέντα εἰς σωτηρίαν ἡμῶν, ἀνυμνήσωμεν πιστοὶ καὶ προσκυνήσωμεν, ὅτι ηὐδόκησε σαρκί, ἀνελθεῖν ἐν τῷ Σταυρῷ, καὶ θάνατον ὑπομεῖναι, καὶ ἐγεῖραι τοὺς τεθνεῶτας, ἐν τῇ ἐνδόξῳ Ἀναστάσει αὐτοῦ

Apolytikion for Theophany Afterfeast in the 1st Tone

As You were baptized in the Jordan, O Lord, then the worship of the Trinity became manifest, for the voice of the Father bore witness to You, naming You the Beloved Son; and the Spirit, in the form of a dove, confirmed the certainty of the word. O Christ God, who appeared and illumined the world, glory to You. Ἐν Ἰορδάνῃ βαπτιζομένου σου Κύριε, ἡ τῆς Τριάδος ἐφανερώθη προσκύνησις· τοῦ γὰρ Γεννήτορος ἡ φωνὴ προσεμαρτύρει σοι, ἀγαπητόν σε Υἱὸν ὀνομάζουσα· καὶ τὸ Πνεῦμα ἐν εἴδει περιστερᾶς, ἐβεβαίου τοῦ λόγου τὸ ἀσφαλές. Ὁ ἐπιφανεὶς Χριστὲ ὁ Θεός, καὶ τὸν κόσμον φωτίσας δόξα σοι.

Seasonal Kontakion in the 4th Tone

You appeared today to us on earth, O Master, and Your light was signed on us who cry aloud to You and say with understanding, O Christ our God: You came and shone forth, O Light unapproachable. Ἐπεφάνης σήμερον τῇ οἰκουμένῃ, καὶ τὸ φῶς σου Κύριε, ἐσημειώθη ἐφ' ἡμᾶς, ἐν ἐπιγνώσει ὑμνοῦντάς σε. Ἦλθες ἐφάνης τὸ Φῶς τὸ ἀπρόσιτον.
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Saints and Feasts

Baptism
January 12

Sunday after Epiphany

Allsaint
January 12

Tatiana the Martyr of Rome

Saint Tatiana was the daughter of a most distinguished consul of Rome. She became a deaconess of the Church, and for her confession of the Faith of Christ, she endured many torments. As she was suffering, angels punished her tormentors with the same torments they inflicted on her, until they cried out that they could no longer endure the scourges invisibly brought upon them. She was beheaded during the reign of Alexander Severus (111-135).

Allsaint
January 12

Martyr Mertios

Theophny
January 12

Afterfeast of the Theophany of Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ

Allsaint
January 12

Basil and John the Hieromartyrs

Allsaint
January 12

Euthasia the Virgin-Martyr

Allsaint
January 12

Peter of Absalom

Allsaint
January 12

Benedict

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Gospel and Epistle Readings

Epistle Reading

Prokeimenon. 1st Tone. Psalm 32.22,1.
Let your mercy, O Lord, be upon us.
Verse: Rejoice in the Lord, O ye righteous.

The reading is from St. Paul's Letter to the Ephesians 4:7-13.

BRETHREN, grace was given to each of us according to the measure of Christ's gift. Therefore it is said, "When he ascended on high he led a host of captives, and he gave gifts to men." (in saying, "He ascended," what does it mean but that he had also descended into the lower parts of the earth? He who descended is he who also ascended far above all the heavens, that he might fill all things.) And his gifts were that some should be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, some pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ, until we all attain to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to mature manhood, to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ.

Gospel Reading

Sunday after Epiphany
The Reading is from Matthew 4:12-17

At that time, when Jesus heard that John had been arrested, he withdrew into Galilee; and leaving Nazareth he went and dwelt in Capernaum by the sea, in the territory of Zebulun and Naphtali, that what was spoken by the prophet Isaiah might be fulfilled: "The land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, toward the sea, across the Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles, the people who sat in darkness have seen a great light, and for those who sat in the region and shadow of death light has dawned." From that time Jesus began to preach, saying, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand."

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Parish News

A Word from Fr. John:

 

“It is good to have a good brain and go to the moon and spend billions of dollars in fuel expenses and so on. But it is far better to have the spiritual powers that raise man to God, his ultimate destination, with only a bit of fuel, a mere dried piece of bread.”

            – St. Paisios of Mt. Athos

 

2020 Stewardship Theme: "A Time for Every Purpose under Heaven" (See Ecclesiastes 3)

To be stewards of the Gospel, we must be stewards of our parish.  All who offer their time, talents and regular financial contributions help maintain our place of worship and inspire us to envision all that we can be.   

If you have not received your 2020 Stewardship card in the mail, please contact the church office.  Your contribution commitment is confidential.  Please use the specially marked envelope included in the mailing to ensure special handling.

From Father John's Stewardship letter: " . . . practicing awareness of one's blessings and being grateful for them creates a very real change in one's attitude and outlook . . ."

From Archbishop Anastasios of Albania:  "We find ourselves by offering ourselves.”

 

Special Prayer Requests: 

“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”  (Phil. 4:6-7)

We pray for mercy, life, peace, and healing of all parishioners, especially: His Grace Bishop Dimitrios of Xanthos, Augustina, Margaret, James, Kyriake, Mike and Ingrid (Evangelia) Fotianos, Irene Hastalis, Jim Manos, Chresanthe Lemieux, Jane Anderson, Nicola Lykam’s stepfather Daniel, Zoe, and Rita Latgis and her daughter Sophia and their family. Remember also our missionary families, Michael, Lisa & Liam Colburn; and Fr. Stephanos, Pr. Alexandria, Moses & Athan Ritsi.

 

Memorial Services:

  • Today, January 12th:     
    • 40-day memorial for Despina Xynidis
  • January 26th:                
    • 40-day memorial for Nick Latgis

 

Hostess Schedule:  Carman Gaetanos (904) 540-0367 or carmgaet@gmail.com      

  • Today, January 12th            
    • Gail Jones, Vassi Laliotis
  • January 19th                       
    • Carman Gaetanos, Erna Boyazis
  • January 26th                       
    • Last Sunday Potluck

 

Adult Bible Study:

There will be no Gospel of John Bible Study this Sunday, January 12th.  We will resume on January 19.

 

2020 Festival - October 9, 10, 11 (Save the Dates!):

This is the time of year to take a fresh look at our annual festival while there is still time to consider new ideas and improvements. If you have any leads for sponsors, advertisers or promotions, please send the specifics to Toula at zotost@gmail.com. Even if you are unable to attend meetings, we still need people who have sales skills, data skills, creative skills and more. Not sure how you can help? Please speak with Mikae Gaetanos, Nick Lekas or Toula Zotos, or just come to the meeting.

 

Vasilopita Celebration at HTGOC January 12th:

Today, January 12th, we celebrate this Greek tradition with cutting of the vasilopita and a performance by our youth and adult dancers, with their teacher Desi Andrioti.  They will perform dances traditional in many regions of Greece to celebrate a blessed New Year.  There will also be a special collection for St. Basil’s Academy, the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese home for children in need.

 

Vasilopita Celebration at SAINT PHOTIOS SHRINE today, January 12th:

The Saint Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine invites one and all to the Inaugural Vasilopita Celebration of the Saint Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine to be held today, January 12, 2020 beginning at 6:30 p.m.

The events of the day will commence with an optional “Trolley Tour” of Historic St. Augustine, highlighting the best ofthe city, which begins at 5:15 PM sharp (boarding the trolley at the West Castillo Trolley Stop on the North side of the St. Augustine Parking Garage). Ticket prices: $15 for adults and $5 for children 12 years of age and younger (includes Trolley Tour and Vasilopita Celebration); $10 for adults and Free for children 12 years of age and younger (Vasilopita Celebration ONLY). In order to purchase tickets and more information please call the Shrine 904-829-8205, or contact Carmela ctardo@gmail.com or (904-687-5433).

 

Parish Council Meeting January 13th at 6:30 p.m.:

The general election for the Parish Council was held on, Sunday, December 15, 2019. The unratified election results for Parish Council are Nick Lekas, Andy Lekos, Polly Hillier and Melisa Coburn.  Respectfully submitted - Parish Elections Committee: Irene Pergeorelis, Joan Manias, Stefanos Kallas

 

New Year’s Glendi – January 17th:

After determining many people will not be available, due to travel or other conflicts at the previous scheduled date, we have decided to reschedule the New Year’s Glendi at Church to Friday, January 17th, starting at 6 p.m. This will be a free event, with food, music and dancing to celebrate the new year.  We only ask that you consider bringing a dish to share. 

We welcome anyone who would like to help with the planning, by contacting Gary Peterson at (904) 814-6383 or psete9839@comcast.net.

 

 

Philoptochos:

Philoptochos meeting is January 26th after liturgy.  Also members of the Philoptochos will be passing a Vasilopita tray this Sunday, January 12th.   Money that is collected is pooled with donations from other Philoptochos chapters and benefits Saint Basil Academy.

 

Diakonia Retreat:

Join St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church of Daytona Beach at the Diakonia Retreat, February 14th -17th, 2020.  Space is very limited.  Registration and monies must be submitted timely.  For more information or to secure your spot, please contact Irene Katra at 386-290-3208 or email Santorini257@aol.com.  If desiring to carpool, please call the Church Office.

 

Weekly Offering: 

Sacrificial Offerings - Weekly Offering: January 5 - Candles $162; Tray $144; Stewardship $3795

 

Contributions - Tracking Your Giving:

  • Each time you contribute funds to the parish, the notation on the memo line of your check allows us to identify your intentions:  Stewardship, Candles, Trays, Memorials, etc.  
  • If you are setting up contributions through your bank, please be sure that a specific notation (ex: stewardship) is included for each transaction.
  • For any cash contributions, please use one of the envelopes in the Narthex so that we can add that amount to your record of donations.

 

REMINDER:  Deadline for Church bulletin articles is Wednesday.  Thank you.

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