Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church
Raleigh, NC
5TH SUNDAY OF LUKE
NOVEMBER 1, 2020
We welcome each of you who join us in worship this week, whether in person or virtually.
We also extend a special welcome to all newcomers.
We are so grateful to have all of you with us!
ALL ARE INVITED TO ATTEND LITURGY
Keep in mind, it is no longer necessary to register online if you wish to attend Divine Liturgy in person. If some of you are not yet comfortable with attending, please join us online at www.holytrinityraleigh.org. When attending the service, please wear a mask at all times, sign in upon entering, take your temperature and maintain proper distance with those attending. Please arrive early to Sunday service, before 9:45, giving time for check in.
FALL GENERAL ASSEMBLY
Fall General Assembly will be held on
Sunday, November 15th afterthe Divine Liturgy.
You will receive a US mailing this week that will provide 2020 information to review in preparation for this meeting. There will be some changes in the format this year due to Coronavirus regulations and the Parish Council is seeking to make this as safe as possible. Watch your mail and email for more detailed information as the time gets closer. We will be communicating more details.
2020 STEWARDSHIP CAMPAIGN UPDATE
We hope everyone is remaining safe, healthy, and hopeful during these difficult days. As we head into the final weeks of this year’s campaign, we ask that everyone continue keeping our spiritual Mother, Holy Trinity, at the center of your lives. Stewardship is understandably tracking behind budget this year given so many uncertainties around the pandemic. At this critical time, it’s especially important that everyone does their part to help our community catch up on the support required to keep our church’s ministries and operations in place.
As we prepare for upcoming virtual General Assembly on Sunday, November 15th, please also remember that you must have pledged during the 2020 campaign, and also fulfilled your pledge and turned in a commitment card during the 2019 campaign as well, in order to be a voting member.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding Stewardship, please immediately contact Angela Georgallis, Stewardship Co-Chair, at 919-339-3169 or acgeorgallis@gmail.com.
In order to pledge, you can set up online giving via Abundant Giving at: https://abundant.co/holytrinityraleigh/give. You can also mail your stewardship donations to: 5000 Lead Mine Road, Raleigh, NC 27612.
The stewardship commitment form can also be downloaded from the church website at: http://www.holytrinityraleigh.org/assets/files/Stewardship/2020%20Stewardship%20Commitment%20Card%20.pdf. Thank you!
GOYA KICK-OFF THIS SUNDAY!
All youth (ages 13-18) are invited to join us for the GOYA Kick-off this Sunday, November 1st 2:00 p.m. here at Holy Trinity. We will have a prayer service and a cookout.
Contact John Dombalis at john.dombalis@gmail.com for more information.
A message from Peter C. Korbakes, Director of Scholarships
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PANHELLENICSCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION
The PanHellenic Scholarship Foundation will once again offer $250,000 in scholarship awards to 40 exceptional Greek American undergraduates. The scholarship awards are available to all undergraduate students of Hellenic descent. They are offered to recognize students of high scholastic achievement for their accomplishments, and to provide support to those in financial need.
The application is currently available at our website, and the deadline to apply is Sunday, January 31, 2021. The scholarships will be distributed at the PanHellenic Awards Ceremony and Gala, to be held on Saturday, June 19, 2021.
$200,000 is awarded to 20 students based on financial need and academic achievement. $50,000 is awarded to 20 students based solely on academic achievement. $20,000 is specifically awarded to music and arts majors.
The Foundation strives to promote education which, combined with the values of our Faith and Heritage, encourages and guides our scholarship recipients to become significant achievers and contribute meaningfully to society.
Students, if you meet this criteria, we encourage you to apply.
ARE YOU RECEIVING THE ORTHODOX OBSERVER
Did you know?
If you are not currently receiving the weekly Orthodox Observer, which is an online publication sent by the Archdiocese, you can sign-up at: www.goarch.org/news
This is a great way to stay “tuned in!”
FALL ORTHODOX STUDY COURSE
Join in the Zoom Discussion
The virtual fall Study Course continues to be held every Tuesday through Tuesday, November 10th. This course is taught by Father Paul Christy and held virtually (Zoom) due to Covid-19. The group is now studying the Epistle of St. James. Sign up is not required. An email invitation will be sent out to all parishioners with the Zoom access information. However, you may join the class any week by accessing the Zoom link at the website on the church calendar (select the specific date): http://www.holytrinityraleigh.org/news/parish-calendar.
Please send an email to: htraleighoffice@gmail.com if you would like to be added to the Zoom invitation list or if you have any questions.
PHILOPTOCHOS
PREORDER BAKE SALE
Only a few days to place your order!
Deadline: November 1st
Thank you for placing your orders for our annual bake sale. The ladies have been working safely and diligently to complete the task at hand! We are winding down baking and have just a few days left. Please see website for order form and pick up details.
Please note that we are sold out of the individual spinach triangles. However you may consider stocking your freezer with the 8 x 8 tray-- a wonderful treat for the long winter days!
Visit our website for order forms and more information at: http://holytrinityraleigh.org/news/latest-news/2020bakesale
Pick up dates: December 3, 4, 5.
For questions, contact: maryellen.wehbie@gmail.com
IT’S SOCKTOBER TIME!
SUPPORT ANGELS, HOPE AND JOY AND ST JOHN’S MINISTRY
This is the last week to donate!
Just one pair or a dozen, it doesn’t matter how many! Keep the socks coming!
Angels of Hope and Joy along with St. John’s Ministry are collecting new socks for families in need. A drop off bin is available in the front office area for your donations. If you have any questions, please contact Francesca at fip3832@gmail.com or Deacon at deacongavrilo@gmail.com.
THIS WEEK AT HOLY TRINITY
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 1
5TH SUNDAY OF LUKE
10:00 A.M. LITURGY
(BROADCAST BEGINS AT 9:45 A.M., DOXOLOGY AT 9:50 A.M.)
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 8
7TH SUNDAY OF LUKE
10:00 A.M. LITURGY
(BROADCAST BEGINS AT 9:45 A.M., DOXOLOGY AT 9:50 A.M.)
Have a blessed week!