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Holy Trinity Cathedral
Publish Date: 2019-10-20
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Hymns of the Day
Parish News
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Saints and Feasts
Gospel and Epistle Readings
Wisdom of the Fathers
Greek Orthodox Archdiocese News
Gadarene
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Holy Trinity Cathedral

General Information

  • Phone:
  • (419) 243-9189
  • Fax:
  • (419) 243-3799
  • Street Address:

  • 740 Superior Street

  • Toledo, OH 43604
  • Mailing Address:

  • 740 Superior Street

  • Toledo, OH 43604

Contact Information

Priest Father Larry Legakis

priestholytrinity@gmail.com | 419-243-9189

Services Schedule

Sunday Services Orthros 9:00 AM Divine Liturgy 10:00 AM Church School Following Holy Communion Week Day Divine Liturgy Orthros 9:30 AM Divine Liturgy 10:15 AM Evening Vesperal Divine Liturgy 6:00 PM Consult Echo Calendar or Weekly Bulletin for times.

Past Bulletins


Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the First Mode

When the stone had been sealed by the Jews and the soldiers were guarding Thine immaculate Body, Thou didst arise on the third day, O Saviour, granting life unto the world. Wherefore, the powers of the Heavens cried out to Thee, O Lifegiver: Glory to Thy Resurrection, O Christ. Glory to Thy Kingdom. Glory to Thy dispensation, O only Friend of man.

Apolytikion for Great Martyr Artemius in the Fourth Mode

Thy Martyr, O Lord, in his courageous contest for Thee received the prize of the crowns of incorruption and life from Thee, our immortal God. For since he possessed Thy strength, he cast down the tyrants and wholly destroyed the demons' strengthless presumption. O Christ God, by his prayers, save our souls, since Thou art merciful.

Seasonal Kontakion in the Second Mode

O Protection of Christians that cannot be put to shame, mediation unto the creator most constant: O despise not the voices of those who have sinned; but be quick, O good one, to come unto our aid, who in faith cry unto thee: Hasten to intercession and speed thou to make supplication, O thou who dost ever protect, O Theotokos, them that honor thee.
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Parish News

Holy Trinity’s Mission Statement:  To worship and glorify God, by promoting the teachings, of the Greek Orthodox Faith. To encourage all members' participation through our Greek culture, educational programs,   community outreach and fundraising activities while serving God, our community and humanity      

Parish Council Members Ushering Today

Kypros Proestos – Maria Tzanakis – Emmanuel T. Yakumithis – George Sares  

Today is National Leadership 100 Sunday.  We thank Dr. Gerald J. Biernacki, Mrs. Pauline Biernacki and Mr. Terry Perris who are members of the Leadership 100.  We are grateful for the work this ministry offers the Archdiocese.

THIS WEEK’S MEMORIAL IS FOR:           Thomas G. Pelphrey – 20 years   May His Memory Be Eternal

THIS WEEK’S ALTAR FLOWERS ARE SPONSORED BY:  Mrs. Despina Pelphreyin loving memory of her husband Thomas.  May His Memory Be Eternal  

THIS WEEK’S EPISTLE READERS ARE:   In English: Michael Thompson   In Greek:  Vassiliki Leontis

The Prosfora, the Eucharistic Bread, prepared on behalf of all the worshipping faithful was offered this week by Despina Pelphrey   Thank You and God Bless You

THIS WEEK’S COFFEE HOUR IS SPONSORED BY:  Mrs. Despina Pelphrey in loving memory of Thomas.   May His Memory Be Eternal   Please join her for coffee, refreshments and fellowship after Church today in our Community Center.

GYRO to GO… Today!  AHEPA and Daughters are having a fundraiser to benefit our respective scholarship funds.  We will be selling gyros, fries and water for $10.00 right after church.  Come enjoy gyros and fries prepared by our world famous cooks and help our youth with scholarships.

Today after Church GOYA is hosting a HOPE & JOY Truck or Treat!  This event is open for all our kids!  This is a fun event where the kids go Trick or Treating out of the Trunk of a car!

THIS WEEK AT HOLY TRINITY: 

Monday, October 21st       -Philoptochos General meeting 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, October 22nd      -Orthodoxy 101 6:00 p.m.   

Wednesday, October 23rd–Bible Study 10:00 a.m. & 6:30 p.m.

                                           -Greek School Youth – 4-6pm Adults 6-9pm

Thursday, October 24th   -Greek Festival Wrap-Up meeting 6:00 p.m.

Friday, October 25th        -Screening of the documentary “Border Souls” 7:00 p.m.

Clothing drive for needy family: In recent days a family lost everything in a fire.  We have been asked to help where we can.  The following items are needed for a mother, her daughter and two sons.  For the young lady: medium shirts, size 13/14 jr. size pants, socks and under garments;

Mom: large shirts, size 10 pants, socks, under garments, size 8 ½ shoes. For the older boy: Size 38-42 waist pants, 3XL shirts, socks, under garments; and the younger son: size 6/7 pants, 6/7 and 7/8 shirts, socks, undergarments. These can be gentle used or new.  There will be a table in the hall where you can leave the items.  Thank you for anything you can offer.

Pastichio and Moussaka for sale after Church!  $25 per pan

GREEK KITCHEN:  Thanksgiving, Christmas and get-togethers are just around the corner. Order now and have your baking needs ready. Twenty-four pieces of delicious Baklava - $30.00, Chocolate Baklava - $30.00 Spanakopita - $20.00 or Tiropita - $20.00. Order forms will be sent by email, mail and will be available Sunday, during coffee hour.  Please be generous as all proceeds are given to the church. Also you can go to: http://www.holytrinitytoledo.com/greek-kitchen/ to order online.  If you need further information or have any questions, please contact Connie Mynihan at 419-250-4899 or email cmynihan5@gmail.com

Hellenic Heritage Awards Gala Reception to Benefit the Hellenic Museum of Michigan Saturday, November 16th.  Hellenic Heritage Awards, Special Recognitions – Entertainment Aegean Roots, Evzones and Greek Dance performances.  Donation $100 includes parking & open bar. 6pm Cocktails 7pm Dinner. For reservations call Barb Tecos (313) 882-1081.

We’re in the last quarter of this year…. Are you current on your Stewardship commitment?... Ifyou haven’t pledged or paid please do so..  if you have..  Thank you so much!  We appreciate it!

Sunday Coffee Hours - There are many Sundays available and it is a great way for your family, or a few families together, to offer fellowship and refreshments to our community.  Open Sundays: December 22nd    In the event that no one signs up for a Sunday to host a coffee hour, only coffee will be available at the Community Center.  So come one, come all and sign up today to host a "Holy Trinity Coffee Hour Please call the Church office today and offer to sign up for a Sunday to host a coffee hour!

ALTAR FLOWERS ARE NEEDED FOR January 12 & 19th.    The cost is $50 for 2 beautiful vases.  It’s a great way to show your support in honor or memory of someone and beautify our altar too!  Call the Church office if you’re interested.

UP-COMING MEMORIALS: October 27th  Ilias Bekos  - 6 months; November 3rd – Pete Morris 2 years; (Trisagion)November 17th John Chrysochoos – 3 years; December 1st – Thelma Petas 1 yr   Nick Petas 14 yrs; Frances Petas – 20 yrs; Stergios Petas 34 yrs.  May Their Memory Be Eternal

Offerings Report: Sunday, October 13th Trays: $108   Candles: $290 Stewardship: $1,214  Thank you!

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Saints and Feasts

Gadarene
October 20

6th Sunday of Luke

Gerasimoskephalania
October 20

Gerasimus of Cephalonia

Saint Gerasimus was from the Peloponnesus, the son of Demetrius and Kale, of the family of Notaras. He was reared in piety by them and studied the Sacred writings. He left his country and went throughout various lands, and finally came to Cephalonia, where he restored a certain old church and built a convent around it, where it stands to this day at the place called Omala. He finished the course of his life there in asceticism in the year 1570. His sacred relics, which remain incorrupt, are kept there for the sanctification of the faithful.

Artemios
October 20

Artemius the Great Martyr of Antioch

Saint Artemius lived during the years of Saint Constantine the Great, and was appointed by him to be Governor of Alexandria; later, he was honoured with the rank of patrician. During the reign of Julian the Apostate, in the year 361, Artemius appeared before the Emperor and censured him for his apostasy. For this, he endured many torments and was finally beheaded.

Allsaint
October 20

Matrona the Righteous of Chios

Allsaint
October 20

Andronicus the Righteous Martyr

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Gospel and Epistle Readings

Matins Gospel Reading

Seventh Orthros Gospel
The Reading is from John 20:1-10

On the first day of the week Mary Magdalene came to the tomb early, while it was still dark, and saw that the stone had been taken away from the tomb. So she ran, and went to Simon Peter and the other disciple, the one whom Jesus loved, and said to them, "They have taken the Lord out of the tomb, and we do not know where they have laid him." Peter then came out with the other disciple, and they went toward the tomb. They both ran, but the other disciple outran Peter and reached the tomb first; and stooping to look in, he saw the linen cloths lying there, but he did not go in. Then Simon Peter came, following him, and went into the tomb; he saw the linen cloths lying, and the napkin, which had been on his head, not lying with the linen cloths but rolled up in a place by itself. Then the other disciple, who reached the tomb first, also went in, and he saw and believed; for as yet they did not know the scripture, that he must rise from the dead. Then the disciples went back to their homes.

Epistle Reading

Prokeimenon. First Mode. 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 Second Letter to the Corinthians 9:6-11.

Brethren, he who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. Each one must do as he has made up his mind, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to provide you with every blessing in abundance, so that you may always have enough of everything and may provide in abundance for every good work. As it is written, "He scatters abroad, he gives to the poor; his righteousness endures for ever." He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will supply and multiply your resources and increase the harvest of your righteousness. You will be enriched in every way for great generosity, which through us will produce thanksgiving to God.

Gospel Reading

6th Sunday of Luke
The Reading is from Luke 8:26-39

At that time, as Jesus arrived at the country of the Gadarenes, there met him a man from the city who had demons; for a long time he had worn no clothes and he lived not in a house but among the tombs. When he saw Jesus, he cried out and fell down before him, and said with a loud voice, "What have you to do with me, Jesus, Son of the Most High God? I beseech you, do not torment me." For he had commanded the unclean spirit to come out of the man. (For many a time it had seized him; he was kept under guard, and bound with chains and fetters, but he broke the bonds and was driven by the demon into the desert.) Jesus then asked him, "What is your name?" And he said, "Legion"; for many demons had entered him. And they begged him not to command them to depart into the abyss. Now a large herd of swine was feeding there on the hillside; and they begged him to let them enter these. So he gave them leave. Then the demons came out of the man and entered the swine, and the herd rushed down the steep bank into the lake and were drowned. When the herdsmen saw what happened, they fled, and told it in the city and in the country. Then people went out to see what had happened, and they came to Jesus, and found the man from whom the demons had gone, sitting at the feet of Jesus, clothed and in his right mind; and they were afraid. And those who had seen it told them how he who had been possessed with demons was healed. Then all the people of the surrounding country of the Gadarenes asked him to depart from them; for they were seized with great fear; so he got into the boat and returned. The man from whom the demons had gone begged that he might be with him; but he sent him away, saying, "Return to your home, and declare how much God has done for you." And he went away, proclaiming throughout the whole city how much Jesus had done for him.

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Wisdom of the Fathers

For if we, going about on the earth which is familiar and well known to us, being encompassed with a body, when we are journeying in a strange road, know not which way to go unless we have some one to lead us; how should the soul, being rent away from the body, and having gone out from all her accustomed region, know where to walk without one to show her the way?
St. John Chrysostom
Homily 28 on Matthew 8, 4th Century

Some say, 'Why do they [demons] possess people?' I answer those who wish to have this explained that the reason of these things is very deep. Somewhere one of His saints addressed God by saying, 'Your judgments are a vast abyss.' As long as we bear this in mind, we will perhaps not miss the mark.
St. Cyril of Alexandria
Commentary on Luke, Homily 44. (Ancient Christian Commentary on Scripture; vol 3: Luke, Intervarsity Press)

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Greek Orthodox Archdiocese News

Bishop Apostolos Represents Archbishop Elpidophoros at Clergy-Laity (Sobor) of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the United States of America

10/18/2019

SOMERSET, NJ – On Thursday, October 17, 2019, His Grace Bishop Apostolos of Medeia, accompanied by Nicholas Anton, the Director of the Department of Inter-Orthodox, Ecumenical and Interfaith Relations of the GOA, attended the banquet of the 22nd Sobor (clergy-laity) of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of
https://www.goarch.org/-/bishop-apostolos-ukrainian-clergy-laity-sobor

Archiepiscopal Encyclical for National Leadership 100 Sunday

10/18/2019

Since its founding by Archbishop Iakovos of Blessed Memory, Leadership 100 members have been motivated by the abundance of God’s grace though Jesus Christ that has transformed their own lives. This has led to a steadfast faith, generosity and perseverance in supporting the National Ministries and the institutions of our Church so that others might know the abundant life in Jesus Christ.
https://www.goarch.org/-/encyclical-leadership100-sunday-2019

Keynote Address of His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros at the Archdiocesan Council Meeting

10/17/2019

Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Today, just four months after my arrival in the United States, and only five months from my election as your Archbishop, I can promise each of you that our beloved Archdiocese of America is back on course and headed to the safe harbor of stability, progress and growth. This is not to say that all the painful repercussions of the past are behind us.
https://www.goarch.org/-/keynote-address-of-his-eminence-archbishop-elpidophoros-at-the-archdiocesan-council-meeting

Communiqué of the Holy Eparchial Synod

10/17/2019

NEW YORK - The Holy Eparchial Synod of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America convened for their regular fall meeting, October 15-16, under the presidency of His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America and:
https://www.goarch.org/-/announcement-holy-eparchial-synod-fall-2019

2019 Celibate Clergy Candidates for Election to the Episcopacy

10/17/2019

2019 Celibate Clergy Candidates for Election to the Episcopacy of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America
https://www.goarch.org/-/2019-celibate-clergy-candidates-for-election-to-the-episcopacy

Bishop Demetrios of Mokissos Begins New Ministry

10/16/2019

Saint Augustine, Fla. – Bishop Demetrios of Mokissos visited Saint Augustine, Florida, the week of September 30—October 4, as he began his new ministry as the Hierarchal Proistamenos of the Saint Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine, as well as Synodal Liaison of the Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops in the USA to the Orthodox Christian Mission Center (OCMC) also headquartered in Saint Augustine.
https://www.goarch.org/-/bishop-demetrios-of-mokissos-begins-new-ministry

Archbishop Elpidophoros meets with top Bahamian officials, offers support of Archdiocese and IOCC

10/15/2019

NEW YORK – His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America completed an historic three-day visit to The Bahamas in the aftermath of Hurricane Dorian. On Monday morning (Oct. 14, 2019) he met with the Governor General, the Most Honorable Sir Cornelius Alvin Smith.
https://www.goarch.org/-/archbishop-elpidophoros-meets-with-top-bahamian-officials-offers-support-of-archdiocese-and-iocc
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