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:
Kathy Chaka – Andrew Cleaver – Gene Haberman – Dr. Dean Kopan
THIS WEEK’S MEMORIAL IS FOR: Jane Titer – 40 Days May Her Memory Be Eternal
THIS WEEK’S TRISAGION IS FOR: John Hunt-1 year May His Memory Be Eternal
THIS WEEK’S ALTAR FLOWERS ARE SPONSORED BY: Marlene Thomas in honor of her birthday. May God Continue to Bless Her Always
THIS WEEK’S EPISTLE READERS ARE: In Greek: Charis Besios In English: Josh Lytle
THIS WEEK’S PROSFORA ARE OFFERED BY: Connie Mynihan
THIS WEEK’S COFFEE HOUR IS SPONSORED ANONYMOUSLY
IN THE HOSPITAL THIS PAST WEEK: Gloria Moulopoulos (St. Anne) Andreas Proestou (Toledo) Greg Cook (UTMC)
Perastika and a Speedy Recovery
THIS WEEK AT HOLY TRINITY:
Monday, May 8th: Philoptochos Board Meeting 6 pm, General Meeting 7 pm
Tuesday, May 9th: Bible Study 10 am
Wednesday May 10th: Bible Study 7 pm, Adult Greek School via zoom 6 pm
Thursday, May 11th: Men’s Ministry Dinner 6 pm Incorvaia’s
Friday, May 12th: Dinner and Discussion 6 pm RSVP to Maria Tzanakis
Saturday, May 13th: Philoptochos and Daughters of Penelope annual Mother’s Day luncheon Noon, Parents of Young Children 6 pm Maumee Brewing Company
Sunday, May 14th: Graduation Sunday
Invite all your girlfriends! Bring your female family! Philoptochos and Daughters of Penelope annual Mother’s Day (and all Ladies) luncheon will be held at Georgio’s on Saturday, May 13, 2023 from noon to 3 pm. This year's theme: "Pretty in Pink, Peach and Pastels!" Enjoy games, prizes, and a raffle. In our Pad the Pantry effort, please bring hygiene items to earn free raffle tickets. Choose from Georgio's menu: Beef Stroganoff, Pastry Wrapped Chicken, or Poached Salmon. Purchase tickets after liturgy on April 23, April 30, and May 7. Questions? Contact Nancy at 419-460-0965 or Rodgers.nancy4@gmail.com
Christos Anesti Holy Trinity! Here is the list for our most needed Pantry items. Please consider donating this month! Thank you! We need: canned chicken, canned tuna, jelly, saltine or Ritz crackers. We will always gladly accept all nonperishable food items, hygiene items, and monetary donations. Thank you for giving to this very worthy ministry.
Warm hands to Warm Hearts: Our next meeting for Warm Hands to Warm Hearts is May 30, 2023, at 1 PM, at the church, in the Ahepa Room, of the Veronie Hall. We welcome everyone to come, there are many jobs to do so all hands are needed. If you knit or crochet the Lap Blanket rectangles are 7 inches by 9 inches, any color any yarn. If you want to learn how to knit or crochet we will be happy to teach you. We also need Yarn donations so if you have or know of anyone who has extra yarn, we sure can use it. It takes 25 rectangles to make one Lap Blanket. They turn out so beautiful and are really appreciated by the ones who receive them. For questions contact Elena Perry 419-265-6275, or Maria Petros 419-473-2387
Young at Heart Lancaster trip: Please, submit your $75 deposit for the Lancaster, Moses trip by May 21, 2023. Total cost of the trip is $545 with the final payment due by July 21, 2023. The trip is October 2nd to October 5th which includes a visit to Gettysburg National Park. All checks are to be made payable to 'Young at Heart' and can be given to Faye, Gene, or Kris. Thank you.
STEWARDSHIP: The first quarter of our 2023 Stewardship Campaign is over and we still are missing a lot of pledges. To all of you who have submitted your commitment card, we thank you. To those of you who haven’t, please do so. We need everyone’s support to reach our goal of $275,000. Let’s make this the best campaign ever!
The Raftopoulos Scholarship is now available. Please call the Church to receive your application. Deadline is May1st.
PHILOPTOCHOS SCHOLARSHIP IS NOW AVAILABLE – If you’re interested in applying, please contact Phyllis Manton at 419-290-2527 or the Church Office for an application. The deadline is April 30th, 2023.
MDSC Staff Application Now Open! For those interested in serving our camp please visit https://gomdsc.org/staff-opportunities/ for more information.
Daughters of Penelope Walk with NAMI in 2023: NAMI is the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness. NAMI Walks promotes awareness of mental health, raises funds for NAMI’s free, top-rated programs, and builds community by letting people know they are not alone. Please JOIN OUR TEAM OR MAKE A DONATION. Donating to NAMI through our team page is easy, fast and secure. Please go to https://namitoledo.org to make a donation.
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. Please let Carole know which Sunday you would like to offer Coffee Hour.
ATTENTION PROSFORA BAKERS: ***PROSFORA NEEDED FOR THE MONTHS OF April and May. Please call Connie Mynihan at 419-250-4899 or email at cmynihan5@gmail.com
ALTAR FLOWERS ARE NEEDED FOR November 12th 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: May 14th – Cathy Georgiafandis Craig – 40 days; May 21st - Roula Manton – 1 year