THE FLAME HOLY TRINITY GREEK ORTHODOX CATHEDRAL Monthly Newsletter
Volume 4, Issue 7 and 8 July-August 2014
CLERGY-LAITY THEME EMPHASIZES “THE FAMILY” Father George Wilson reflects on message presented by His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios
At the 42nd Clergy-Laity Congress in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios introduced in his keynote address the theme “The Orthodox Family: A Dwelling of Christ and a Witness of His Gospel.” Notably, he stated, “This is a theme of vital importance for us, not only as a Church but also as members of the contemporary American society, a theme worthy of a thorough study leading to action.”
There is no doubt that the image of family has been transformed by the effects of the society in which we live. But, those of us who subscribe to the teaching of the holy Orthodox Church go to a more pure source to base our understanding of what a family is and what a family is not. This pure source is none other than the message of the Church.
After reflecting on how the understanding of family has changed in the modern world, the Archbishop said, “It is not unreasonable that the modern world finds itself asking not only “What is a family?” but even “Why is a family?” He continued, “To this question, our Church based on the Bible, the Ecumenical Synods, and the 2,000 years old Tradition gives an answer with clarion voice—the family is a divine institution, a special creation of God, one that bears His own holy name and dignity. Saint Paul articulates this thought, precisely addressing the Christians in Ephesos (Ephesians 3:14-19). He says to them, “I bow my knees before God the Father, from Whom every family in heaven and on earth is named.”
What Saint Paul says is this—the family is an institution of divine origin and character, not merely a social arrangement that arises from the exigencies of earthly affairs. From God every family in heaven and on earth is named. The family is a powerful microcosmic expression of God’s fatherly care for the whole universe. Therefore, if the concept and the very name of “family” derive directly from God the Father, it is truly a holy thing. “Family” is a sublime word, one not to be used lightly or to be redefined according to every whim of moral or social convenience!
Through our actions, we recognize that we look to the Church as an anchor in our lives. When we are born, we enjoy the blessing on the first day, and then our mothers rejoin the sacramental community with us forty days after our birth as we are presented into our Spiritual Home. We are baptized and confirmed into the Faith and then receive the great blessing of receiving the Holy Body and precious Blood of our Lord Jesus at our first communion. But as we grow, we continue to need
1200 ROBERT E. LEE BOULEVARD – NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 70122 First Greek Orthodox Church in North and South America Continued from previous page Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral the Church to help us keep the foundation solid. The Church is our home, and 1200 Robert E. Lee Boulevard New Orleans, Louisiana 70122 we are the family of the Church: a divine body—a family of God. 504.282.0259 – Fax 504.283.5586 holytrinitycathedral.org Archbishop Demetrios continued, “The divine origin of the family as an institution and its ultimate and irrevocable consecration by the Lord Jesus Liturgical Services Christ, not only by His Words but also by His Actions and personal example, Sundays – Orthros 9:00 am Divine Liturgy 10:00 am constitute our perfect understanding of what the family really is. We have, Weekdays (when scheduled) 9:00 am therefore, to be fully aware of the supreme value and irreplaceable nature of Clergy the family. We must be fully conscious of the fact that the family belongs to the Reverend Father George Wilson [email protected] unique items of the universe created directly by God Himself and shared 504-282-0259 personally by Jesus Christ, the incarnate God in His earthly life. This Chanters: Petros Demarinis, Demetrios Pappas awareness and consciousness of the sacredness of the family is our antidote Choir Director: Alex Tiliakos against the constant poisoning of the institution of the family today by all kinds 2014 PARISH COUNCIL of theories, mentalities, and attitudes.” President: Steven E. Psarellis
1st Vice President: W. Paul Andersson Saint John Chrysostom teaches that the home is the “ekklesioula” or the “little 2nd Vice President: Constandinos Vennis Church.” We understand the need to gather in the Body of Christ, in the family Treasurer: Socrates Toras of the Church. We should also bring the message and customs of the Church Secretary: Vladimir Ammons back to our “little Church.” Members: Petros Christakis, Konstantinos Frezoulis, Manoli Ioannidis, Panagiotis In the Church we look to the clergy for guidance in our Spiritual walk. In the Patselikos, Elias Tsatalios, and Ginny Zissis “little Church” this is the role of the parents. The central point on which we The Flame: Editor, Victoria Catsulis must focus is the message of the Gospel and the unmistakable requirement to witness to the teachings of the Gospel. Perhaps the most central teaching of EDUCATION Greek School: Instructor, Fay Kalergi the Gospel is the message of Love. God sent us His only-begotten Son Jesus Hymnology: Instructor, Viki Moustoukas Christ out of love for us so that we might be saved through Him. Sunday School Following Holy Communion At the heart of every relationship is love—love for one another as Christ loved Director: Patrick Latour
us. As we reflect on the relationship of the family and our home life, we must recognize that our dwellings must be homes where love abounds. This is true ORGANIZATIONS Acolytes and Readers for our domicile, in our family life between our spouses, our children, and our Coordinator: Vladimir Ammons extended families, as well as our grandparents, uncles, aunts, cousins and AHEPA: President, Socrates Toras godparents. It is certainly understood that our home-life should be guided by Daughters of Penelope love of God, which then, in turn, will encourage us to become a witness of His President: Barbara Stavis Wolf Education, Culture, and Youth Ministries Gospel. This means that through God’s love in us, we are to reach out to Chairman: Steven E. Psarellis others so that we might share God’s love and witness His Gospel teachings by GOYA doing and saying those things that God would have us do and say. Coordinators: Maria Michailakis and Maria Patselikos Through this theme—The Orthodox Family: A Dwelling of Christ and a Witness President: Jonathan Labatut of His Gospel—we should extend our understanding that our Orthodox family Advisors: Maria Stokes, Argeta Labatut, Despina Patselikos, Lenna Korominas is not only those who live under the roof of our houses but should also expand Hellenic Dancers: Coordinator, Vivi Demarinis our understanding to see each of the members of the Body of Christ, the Assistant, Manoli Ioannidis members of our Spiritual Home—the Holy Trinity Cathedral of New Orleans, Assistant, Maria Patselikos Holy Trinity Soccer as members of our family. Director: Angeliki Frezoulis
HOPE/JOY (age 11 and under) I pray that through the message of His Eminence, we may be invigorated to Coordinator: Vicki Mantikos McCallef reexamine the Gospel message of love and embrace that love through our Advisors: Angeliki Frezoulis, relationship with Christ Himself. As we become more aware of what our Lord Sina Lawrence, Donna Venturatos has done for us and what He does through us, we may be strong in our Philoptochos: President:, Connie Tiliakos PTA: President, Dimitra Chouliaris witness of God’s love, reaching out to our brothers and sisters, our family in Real Estate Committee our community, with that spirit of love so that our beloved Spiritual Home may Chairperson: John Salles-Tsatsoulis be strong and may grow in that love. And, by sharing God’s love, we may be St. Markella of Chios: recognized by the people around us that our Spiritual Home, our Holy Trinity President: Maria Anastasiou Cathedral, is a family that has been blessed by God and is a place where His Support: Secretary, Victoria Catsulis love abounds. Maintenance: Dimitri Vatakis
2 DAUGHTERS OF PENELOPE JULY
At the June meeting the Daughters of Penelope welcomed Father George Wilson to the Holy Trinity Community and presented him with a Welcome Basket from the Chapter. The members discussed results of the District Convention held the previous week in League City, Texas. The exciting news from the District Convention was that Sandy Bouzon was selected 2014 District Penelope of the Year, and her pin was presented at the meeting. Election of Officers was held, and the new 2014-2015 officers are as follow— Barbara Stavis Wolf, President; Sandy Bouzon, Vice-President; Maria Stokes, Recording Secretary; Denise Ammons, Corresponding Secretary; Deborah MacInnes, Membership Secretary; and Mary Kontos, Treasurer. Additional chapter officers are Bella Bouton, Pauline Caridas, Mary Giannopulos, Marlene Liaptsios, Adrienne Dabbs Owen, Magda Pelias, Anna Razza, Sophie Theodoron, and Cathy Vial. Congratulations to the newly elected officers and best wishes for a successful year! The new officers were installed by Past District Governor Helen Malachias, and afterwards members enjoyed delicious refreshments served by hostesses Olga Christakis and Maria Stokes. The Daughters will host the Sunday Coffee after Church during the month of July.
The AHEPA FAMILY SUPREME CONVENTION will be held in New Orleans July 20-26 at the Sheraton Hotel. Daughters of Penelope members are asked to help at the Pastry Workshops on Tuesday, July 15, and Wednesday, July 16, to make pastries for the Supreme Convention meetings. Attendees will participate in exciting events including Opening Ceremonies at the National World War II Museum on Monday, July 21; Wednesday Evening Riverboat Cruise on the Creole Queen; Athletic Luncheon on Thursday; and on Friday, July 25, the Salute to Women honoring renowned Chef Cat Cora and the Grand Banquet. Members of the AHEPA, Daughters of Penelope, Sons of Pericles, and Maids of Athena from throughout the United States and Canada will be in New Orleans that week for the Convention.
PHOTOS: Left to right—Sandy Bouzon receives District Penelope of the Year pin, June meeting hostesses Olga Christakis and Maria Stokes, Daughters members socializing after the meeting
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2014 GREEK FESTIVAL
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The 41st Annual Greek Festival, whose special focus was the 150th Anniversary of Holy Trinity, saw record crowds as total attendance for the Memorial weekend reached 25,307. Amazing weather and generous doses of publicity brought Hellenophiles to the banks of Bayou St. John seeking Greek cuisine, warm hospitality, and much merriment. They were not disappointed as parishioners aimed to please.
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A heartfelt thank you to all of the volunteers, who made the 2014 Greek Festival a huge success!
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150th Anniversary Commemorative Album -“Once-in-a-lifetime” is a phrase associated with unique opportunities that are presented to us. At this time each of us has a unique opportunity that truly promises to be one of those once- in-a-lifetime experiences that must not be missed—the Commemorative Album of the 150th Anniversary of the founding of Holy Trinity Cathedral in New Orleans and of Greek Orthodoxy’s arrival in the Americas.
As the parish celebrates its 150th Anniversary, we invite your support for the commemorative album that will include historical documentation, photographs, personal messages, and family memorials, as well as highlight significant milestones of Holy Trinity’s 150 years. This album is certain to become a treasure for present and future generations. Your contribution can be in the form of sponsorship, dedication, tribute, memorial, etc., and can include photographs, artwork, or other special features. The Album Committee can assist you with your design, if needed.
Complete the enclosed form and submit to assure your participation in this special opportunity and help enrich our Cathedral family’s story while preserving the abundant history of our beloved Holy Trinity for future generations.
PARISH REGISTRY Celebrations, Milestones, Comfort, and Support
40-DAYS BLESSING FUNERAL July 22, 2014 Mihaeli Mantikos July 1, 2014 Violet Pappas Son of Miranda Webb and Vasili Mantikos
MEMORIALS BAPTISMS June 21, 2014 John Brian Peterson June 22, 2014 Aurel Soare, 6-Months
Son of Diana (Moustoukas) and Brian Peterson July 27, 2014 Violet Pappas, 40-Days
Godparents: Christine Broadaway and Paul Minetos
July 13, 2014 Robert Surucean TRISAGION
Son of Gabriela (Beruian) and Sergiu Surucean July 20, 2014 Rostislav Meschersky, 28-Years Godparents: Cristina and Alexandru Tulburi
July 19, 2014 Peter Constantine Charoglu May their memories be eternal.
Son of Audrey (Morgan) and Constantine Charoglu Godfather: Alexander Ignatiev WEDDINGS BIRTHS June 21, 2014 June 1, 2014 Georgiana Pentas and Jonathan Evan Recile Dionisia Kambouris Koubara—Katie Pentas Fuselier Daughter of Ermione (Michailakis) and Antonios Kambouris July 12, 2014 June 26, 2014 Christine Broadaway and Emmanuel Ioannidis
Aphrodite Sutton Koubari: Alexandros Pantazis and Daughter of Katerina (Tsatsoulis) and Ashley Sutton Nikolaos Pantazis
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2014 HOLY TRINITY CATHEDRAL STEWARDS Thank you to everyone who has returned his/her 2014 Stewardship Commitment Card. As of July 28, the Cathedral office has received stewardship commitments of $125,338.00 from 242 of the roughly 308 families in our community. Of this amount $92,759.00 was paid with the average pledge being $517.93 per family/individual. Thank you for your support.
AHEPA—Andrew Jackson Chapter Georges, Anita Lorio, Kathryn and Philip Razza, Anna B. Ammons, Denise and Vladimir Georges, Constantine Lupu, Luminita and Viorel Ricciardi, Chrysanthy Anastasiou, Maria and Kosta Georges, Dathel and John Maag, Maggie and Richard Rico, Anastasia and Roger Andersson, Billie and W. Paul Giannopulos, Mary MacInnes, Deborah Rostovshchikova, Natalya Andres, Christine P. Griswold, Natalia and Jeffrey Madonia, Arlene and Jason Russu, Tatiana and Mihail Andrews, Bethlehem K. Haddad, Vilam Mailhes, Tina Salles, Peter Angelico, Robert and Kathy Conklin Halkias, Athanasios Makridakis, Nataliya and Nick M. Salles, Vaso and James Angelus, Maria and George Halkias, Feroniki Malachias, Bobby Salles-Tsatsoulis, Kathy and John Apostolides, Marlene and Spyridon Hansel, Tonya and Andrew Malachias, Helen and Charles Sarantakos, Maria and Steve Athas, Nancy Heath, Angela Malachias, Ilya Savvaides, Despina and Stavros Baer, Elisabeth and Jason Hionakis, Nicholas & Anna Schindler Malachias, Vange and Bill Sher, Anna Bakamitsos, Marion and Georgios Howard, Homer Mantikos, Rania Skaff, Amy and Brandon Baldrachi, Peggy Tsatsoulis Howard, Stela Mantis, Rosy and Thomas Skoufalos, Ofeliamanda and Dimos Barnett, Melisa and Jac Howard, Stephan McCallef, Vicki and Anthony Solomon, Simion & C. Barbacaiu Barry III, Nicholas Taylor Ioannidis, Christine and Emmanuel McGee, Kris and Richard Sotiropoulos, Christine & Evangelos Bell, Victoria and Jon Ioannidis, Eleftherios Miaoulis, Anita and Chris Spetsiotis, Demetrios N. Beraki, Yergalem H. Jeanfreau, Tricia and Troy Michailakis, Bridgett and Kosta Spetsiotis, Koula Boulahanis, Angela and John Jimenez, Caroline and John Michailakis, Kalliopi and Petros Spinu, Cristina and Leonard Bouton, Bella and Raymond Johnson, Helen and Ben Michailakis, Pam and Gus Stavrakakis, Sandy and Vasilios M. Bouzon, Nicholas Kambouris, Ermione and Antonios Michailakis, Petroula and Panagiotis Stokes, Maria and Brian Bouzon, Sandy and Spiron Kanellakis, Christ and Sophia Pappas Moustacas, Maria and Constantinos Strain, Martha and James R. Bozinis, Ena and Theodoros Kardoulias, Despina and Nicholas Moustaka, Dimitra Stratikis, Suzanne and George Burduja, Rodica and Mihail Kardoulias, Rhonda and Emanuel Moustoukas, Despina Stratis, Argyro Cabali, Juanita Karmoukos, Antonia and Nicholas Moustoukas, Viki and Nick Stratis, Nicholas Caridas, Pauline Karmoukos, Charlotte and James Munch, Andrea and Joseph Stratis, Stavros Cat, Vitalie Karmoukos, Stephanie and John Naquin, Georgia and Lee Surucean, Gabriela and Sergiu Cathedral Montessori School Katsaros, Afroditi and Elias Nevels, Anastassia and John Max Sutton, Katerina and Ashley Catinis, Ana and George Kleamenakis, Andrew Nicoladis, Kristen and Michael Tadros Katherine and Daniel Catsulis, Peter G. Kleamenakis, Argie and Nick Nicoladis, Maria Tiliakos, Connie and Alexander C atsulis, Victoria Kleamenakis, Evangelia Nicoladis, Peggy and Frank Toras, Adamandios Charalampidis, Panagiota & Dimitrios Kleamenakis, Jr., Nicholas A. Nicopoulos, Sue and Constandinos Toras, Emily and Eleftherios Christakis, Ares Kleamenakis, Sue and Michael Nugent, Elaine Michalos Toras, Laura and Socrates N. Christakis, Joann S. Kloumassis, Niki Order of St. Markella of Chios Torres, Maria and Michael Christakis, Loukia and Michael Koniditsiotis, Cornelia and John Orkoulas, Marcelle Tsatalios, Jeanette and Elias Christakis, Maria T. Koniditsiotis, Jeanne and Elias Owen, Adrienne Dabbs and Greg Tsatalios, Peter Christakis, Nektarios Konos, Marcella and Pete Pantazis, Alexandros Tsatsoulis, Angela and John Christakis, Olga Kontaxis, Athena Pantazis, Nikolaos Tsimboukis, Suzanne and Efthimios Christidis, Georgia and Stylianos Kontos, Mary and Chris Pantazis, Poli and Angelo Tzavellas, Fotini and George Chronis, Diane and Nicholas Kontoudis, Despina Pantiushenko, Inna Tzerefos, Panagiotis L. Ciobanu, Tatiana and Ion Kouloubis, Frank Papadopoulos, Denise and Dennis Vaniukov, Stepan & Natalia Kozina Cockinos, Despina K. Kouloubis, Helen Papazis, Irene Vassilas, Anastasia Commagere, Ana Kouloubis, Mary and John Pappas, Christina and Nicholas Vatakis, Evagelia and Dimitris Dabbs, Stella Kyame, Faith Pappas, Despina K. Vennis, Koula and Costandinos D aughters of Penelope Kyriakides, Maria and Aris Patselikos, Despina and Panagiotis Venturatos, Carol and Steve DiGiorgio, Catherine Labatut, Argeta and Lawrence Pavlou, Fotine Venturatos, Evelyn and James S. DiGiorgio, Olga Labatut, Michael Payavla, Callie Venturatos, Stephanie Dongieux, Pam and Glenn Ladies Philoptochos Society—Elpis Pelias, Magda Voulgarakis, Claudia and Vassilios Doss, Betty and John Lambousy, Katherine and Peter G. Pembo, Angela Vourvoulias, Margaux and George Doussa, Sandra Lambron, Joan Pepis, Virginia and Nikitas Williams, Despina and George Ferguson, Christina and Tyler Lambron, Nicholas Petikas, Mary and Dimitrios Wisdom, Maria and Andrew Fotiades, Joan Latour, Patrick Peto, Eugenia Wolf, Angelle and William Fotiades, Julie Latsis, Katherine and Spiro Petratos, Angelina and Demetrios Wolf, Barbara Stavis Frezoulis, Angeliki and Konstantinos Latsis, Kathy and George Ponder, Helene and Michael Yiannopoulos, A. N. Funti, Deborah Ann and Vasili Lear, Angela Fyssas and Darrin Popa, Maria and Vasile Zannis, Marie Fyssas, Despina and George Leonard, Mary and Nicholas Pricope, Aliona and Ovidiu Zarganas, Glikeria & Alexandros Gambos, Fortunate and Andrew Levendis, Eleni Psarellis, Michael Zervoudis, Georgia and George Gamvrogianis, Erin and Dimitris Levendis, John D. Psarellis, Steven E. Zetzmann III, Robert E. Gamvrogianis, Roula and Stamatis Levendis, Nicki M Psarellis, Vasilia Zetzmann, Kaler Gemisis, Georgios Levidis,Ermioni and Theodosios Psilos, Gail and Tony Zetzmann, Kathy and Robert Georges, Alexandra Leyva, Helen Psilos, George Zissis, Laila and Tim Psilos, Nicolle and Christopher Zouboukos, Carol and Nick
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Mr. and Mrs. James O. Coleman
321 St. Charles Avenue New Orleans, LA 70130
Steven E. Psarellis, President Holy Trinity Cathedral 1200 Robert E. Lee Boulevard New Orleans, LA 70122
June 3, 2014
Dear Mr. Psarellis,
We are proud that our daughter tells people she speaks Greek, and we are grateful to the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Congregation for its support of the Cathedral Montessori School. She could not have gotten a better education anywhere in the city. Please accept our thanks, and this $1,000 contribution to the general fund of the Church, made in honor of the school and in memory of Gerald Pelias and Dennis Georges.
Sincerely,
Sincerest Thanks Extended to James O. Coleman and Family
The Holy Trinity Cathedral Family is most grateful for the extremely generous donation that the Coleman family made in honor of the Cathedral Montessori School and in memory of Gerald Pelias and Dennis Georges.
CHOIR PRACTICE SCHEDULE—In preparation for the 150th Celebration of Holy Trinity Cathedral, choir rehearsals are scheduled from 10:00 am to 11:30 am on the following Saturdays: AUGUST 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; SEPTEMBER 6, 13, 20, 27; OCTOBER 4, 11 Choir Director Alex Tiliakos encourages and welcomes everyone interested in participating with the choir during the 150th Celebration on October 12. Please call him at 504-885-0206, if you have any questions.
On Friday, October 10, 2014, Holy Trinity Cathedral will An Evening on the Bayou present an outdoor “glendi” on Bayou St. John as part of
the 150th Anniversary weekend celebration. The evening will include Greek cuisine, cash bars, live New Orleans and Greek entertainment, dancing, and a grand fireworks display. Donation is $50 per person. Parishioners are asked to save the date and help spread the word to the entire New Orleans metropolitan community. Greek Festival enthusiasts are welcome and will surely enjoy a smaller encore presentation of the customary Holy Trinity Cathedral hospitality.
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S P E C I A L P O I N T S O F I N T E R E S T
150th ANNIVERSARY ALBUM FORMS—Everyone is encouraged to consider a sponsorship for the 150th Anniversary Commemorative Album, which will track the beginnings of Greek Orthodoxy in the Americas and highlight significant milestones associated with Holy Trinity over the past 150 years. An announcement from the 150th Anniversary Committee is found in this issue and provides more information on this request. Be a part of this once-in-a-lifetime tribute to the Holy Trinity Community by completing the enclosed form and submitting it to the Anniversary Committee.
2015 ECCLESIASTICAL CALENDAR— Any individual or business that would like to underwrite the 2015 Ecclesiastical Calendar is asked to contact the Cathedral office no later than Monday, August 25, with all layout information. Orders and payment for the project must be received by the Archdiocese by September 1, 2014. Cost of sponsorship is $1,000.
COMPREHENSIVE REGISTRATION FORMS—Also enclosed please find a Comprehensive 2014-2015 Registration Form. To expedite the registration process for the Sunday School program and the Greek School classes for children and adults, to prepare course materials for all programs, and to assist youth related organizations in coordinating their events, you are asked to submit the form to the Cathedral office by Sunday, August 24, 2014. Your cooperation is essential in the successful implementation of these programs within the Holy Trinity Community.
ENGLISH EPISTLE READERS NEEDED—If you wish to read the Epistle in English on Sundays, please contact Father George, Fred Ammons, or the Cathedral office at 504-282-0259. Your participation would be greatly appreciated.
HYMNOLOGY—The Youth Hymnology program will continue this year as part of the Sunday School curriculum. Starting September 7, immediately following Holy Communion, all children will proceed upstairs to the classroom area. In September and October the choir will practice the Communion hymn "Ainete ton Kyrion—Praise the Lord." This is chanted while the priest says inaudible prayers and prepares Holy Communion.
The Sunday School children will chant this hymn during the Divine Liturgy on October 12, 2014, for the 150th Anniversary Liturgy. ALL youth are asked to participate in this endeavor. So, parents, please plan to bring your child/children to church that day. More details will be provided as plans develop. Contact Viki Moustoukas ([email protected]) with any questions about this program. In advance, thank you for supporting this important ministry for our children.
PARAKLESIS FORMS—Prayers for the health of the living will be read during the Paraklesis Services in August. Using the enclosed form, please submit your list of names to the Cathedral office or present it on the day of the service prior to the Paraklesis. Names need to be presented only once; they will be kept for subsequent services during this season.
SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS NEEDED—Sunday School will resume on Sunday, September 7, immediately after Youth Hymnology. However, before the 2014-2015 program can begin, three new teachers are needed for grades 5-6, 7-8, and 9-12. If you are interested in filling one of the positions, please contact Director Patrick Latour at [email protected] or the Cathedral office. A Sunday School organizational meeting will be held after Divine Liturgy on Sunday, August 10. Last year’s and this year’s staffs, as well as all new teachers, are asked to attend. Patrick is happy to announce that teachers Koula Vennis (Pre-K and Kindergarten), Alex Korominas (1-2), and Christina Kogos (3-4) are returning.
Education, Culture, and Youth Ministries Committee
COMPREHENSIVE 2014 - 2015 REGISTRATION FORM HOLY TRINITY CATHEDRAL New Orleans, Louisiana
PLEASE PRINT. Completed registration forms MUST be submitted to the Cathedral office by Sunday, August 24, 2014. (Young Adult and Adult registrants need only complete back portion of this form.) FAMILY REGISTRATION—in combination with Youth Programs selections on reverse side:
Mother’s Name
Address
City
State Zip
Home Phone Work Phone
Cell Email
Father’s Name
Address
City
State Zip
Home Phone Work Phone
Cell Email
Please include in parenthesis each child’s baptismal name. List grade entering this fall.
Child’s Name
Child’s Name Date of Birth Grade
Child’s Name
Child’s Name
COMMENTS or SPECIAL CONCERNS—Allergies, etc.:
YOUTH PROGRAMS: Check each box pertinent to your child/children and then list each participant’s name on adjacent line.
ACOLYTES—Boys ages 7 and older
GOYA—Ages 12 and older
GREEK SCHOOL—Starts September 7 $350 per child each semester for non-Stewards
HELLENIC DANCE FESTIVAL—January 16-18 Sheraton Charlotte Hotel; Charlotte, North Carolina
HELLENIC DANCERS—Ages 14 and older
HELLENIC DANCERS, TOO—Ages 5-13
HOLY TRINITY PTA—Dues $15/Family Make checks payable to Holy Trinity PTA
HOPE/JOY—Ages 11 and younger
HTC YOUTH SOCCER—Ages 5-12 Younger siblings are welcome.
SUNDAY NURSERY—Starts September 7
SUNDAY SCHOOL—Starts September 7
WINTER YOUTH RALLY—December 27-30 Atlanta, Georgia
HOLY TRINITY YOUNG ADULTS and/or ADULT GREEK LANGUAGE CLASS REGISTRATION: Young Adult and Adult registrants need only complete this portion of the form.
Name
Address
City
State Zip
Home Phone Work Phone
Cell Email
Check the appropriate box or boxes. Please note—$350 per adult student each semester for non-Stewards.
Adult Beginning Greek Language Class (Each Wednesday - 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm starting September 10, 2014)
Adult Intermediate Greek Language Class (Each Monday - 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm starting September 8, 2014)
Holy Trinity Young Adults 150th Anniversary Commemorative Album Contract Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral 1864–2014 1200 Robert E. Lee Boulevard, New Orleans, Louisiana 70122 • Phone 504-282-0259 • Fax 504-282-0424 Celebrating the beginning of Orthodoxy in the Americas and 150 years of Holy Trinity Cathedral New Orleans First Greek Orthodox Church in the Americas The Ecumenical Patriarchate • Archdiocese of America • Metropolis of Atlanta
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FRIDAY, AUGUST 1 6:00 pm Paraklesis
SATURDAY, AUGUST 2 10:00 am Choir Practice 8:00 pm Hall Rental SUNDAY, AUGUST 3 9:00 am Orthros 10:00 am Divine Liturgy 1:00 pm RUSSU BAPTISM MONDAY, AUGUST 4 6:00 pm Paraklesis TUESDAY, AUGUST 5 6:00 pm Vespers WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6 9:00 am Divine Liturgy—Transfiguration 6:00 pm Paraklesis FRIDAY, AUGUST 8 6:00 pm Paraklesis SATURDAY, AUGUST 9 10:00 am Choir Practice SUNDAY, AUGUST 10 9:00 am Orthros 10:00 am Divine Liturgy 12:00 pm Sunday School Organizational Meeting MONDAY, AUGUST 11 6:00 pm Paraklesis TUESDAY, AUGUST 12 7:00 pm Parish Council Meeting WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13 6:00 pm Paraklesis THURSDAY, AUGUST 14 6:00 pm Vespers FRIDAY, AUGUST 15 9:00 am Orthros 10:00 am Divine Liturgy SATURDAY, AUGUST 16 10:00 am Choir Practice 10:00 am Hall Rental SUNDAY, AUGUST 17 9:00 am Orthros 10:00 am Divine Liturgy 12:00 pm Philoptochos Board Meeting WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 20 6:30 pm Hellenic Dancers Practice THURSDAY, AUGUST 21 7:00 pm 150th Anniversary Committee Meeting SATURDAY, AUGUST 23 10:00 am Choir Practice 2:00 pm Philoptochos Ozanam Inn SUNDAY, AUGUST 24 9:00 am Orthros 10:00 am Divine Liturgy ELEFTHERIOS VASSILAS 1-YEAR MEMORIAL Comprehensive 2014-2015 Registration Form Deadline 12:00 pm PTA Meeting WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 27 6:30 pm Hellenic Dancers Practice FRIDAY, AUGUST 29 9:00 am Divine Liturgy—Beheading of St. John the Baptist SATURDAY, AUGUST 30 10:00 am Choir Practice 11:00 am VASSILAS BAPTISM PTA Back-To-School Event—Time TBA SUNDAY, AUGUST 31 9:00 am Orthros 10:00 am Divine Liturgy
PLEASE NOTE: Sunday School and Greek School will begin the 2014-2015 academic year on Sunday, September 7, 2014.