THE TRIUMPHANT

Saint George Greek Orthodox Church Father Neofitos Sarigiannis [email protected]

www.saintgeorgegoc.com

July / August 2021

The Many Celebrations, Holidays, and Saints of the Summer

(Icons above- June 29 Peter and Paul, the Holy Apostles, June 30 Synaxis of the Twelve Holy Apostles, August 6 Transfiguration of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, August 15 The Dormition of our Most Holy Lady the Theotokos and Ever Virgin Mary)

Please join us for service and discussion.

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◄ June July 2021 August ► Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3

4 2nd Sunday of 5 6 7 8 9 10 Matthew Parish Office Closed

8:30 am Orthros 5:30 pm Youth Greek 6:30 pm Festival 9:30 am Divine Dance Class Meeting Liturgy 6pm Teen Greek Dance Class

11 3rd Sunday of 12 13 14 15 16 17 Feastday of The Matthew Great Martyr Marina 5:30 pm Youth Greek 8:30 am Orthros Dance Class 6:30 pm Parish 8:30 am Orthros 9:30 am Divine Council Meeting 9:30 am Divine Liturgy 6pm Teen Greek Liturgy Dance Class

18 Sunday of the 19 20 21 22 23 24 Holy Fathers 5:30 pm Youth Greek 8:30 am Orthros Dance Class 9:30 am Divine Liturgy 6pm Teen Greek Dance Class

25 5th Sunday of 26 27 28 29 30 31 Matthew St. Anna 5:30 pm Youth Greek Dance Class 8:30 am Orthros 9:30 am Divine 6pm Teen Greek Liturgy Dance Class

*The Sacrament of Holy Confession maybe requested and ministered after any service. Contact Fr. Neofitos at 347-256-6723 or the church office at 518-393-0742.

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August 2021 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 6th Sunday of 2 3 4 5 6 Transfiguration 7 Matthew 5:30 pm Youth Greek of Christ Dance Class 8:30 am Orthros 8:30 am Orthros 6:30 pm Great 6:30 pm Small 6:30 pm Vespers for 9:30 am Divine 9:30 am Divine 6pm Teen Greek Paraklesis to the Paraklesis to the Transfiguration of Liturgy Liturgy Dance Class Virgin Mary Virgin Mary Christ 6:30 pm Small 6:30 pm Great 6:30 pm Small Paraklesis to the Paraklesis to the Paraklesis to the Virgin Mary Virgin Mary Virgin Mary

8 7th Sunday of 9 10 11 12 13 14 Matthew

5:30 pm Youth Greek 8:30 am Orthros Dance Class 6:30 pm Great 6:30 pm Small 6:30 pm Great 7:00 pm Great 9:30 am Divine Vespers for the Paraklesis to the Paraklesis to the Paraklesis to the Liturgy Dormition of The 6pm Teen Greek Virgin Mary Virgin Mary Virgin Mary Virgin Mary Dance Class Location: Assumption Windham, NY

15 Dormition of 16 The Image of 17 18 19 20 21 The Virgin Mary Christ Made-

Without-Hands 8:30 am Orthros 9:30 am Divine 6:30 pm Parish * 9:10 am Hours and Liturgy Council Meeting Divine Liturgy Location: Christ the Savior in Ballston Lake, NY

5:30 pm Youth Greek Dance Class

6pm Teen Greek Dance Class 22 9th Sunday of 23 24 25 26 27 Feastday of 28 Matthew St. Phanourios 5:30 pm Youth Greek 8:30 am Orthros Dance Class 8:30 am Orthros 9:30 am Divine 9:30 am Divine Liturgy Liturgy 6pm Teen Greek & Dance Class Phanouropita Blessing

29 Beheading of 30 31 St. John the Baptist 5:30 pm Youth Greek 8:30 am Orthros Dance Class 9:30 am Divine Liturgy 6:00pm Teen Greek Dance Class

*The Sacrament of Holy Confession may be requested and ministered after any service. Contact Fr. Neofitos at 347-256-6723 or the church office at 518-393-0742.

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From the desk of Fr. Neofitos

On Sunday, June 13 we celebrated our first Ministry and Church leadership Appreciation Day. We honored our many ministry leaders and program heads. To these individuals is due credit and gratitude from all of us. For me, these individuals represent model Christians in the struggle to live a spiritual life. These individuals offer their time, talents, and treasure without hesitation for their own spiritual enrichment and for their church. In considering what small appreciation we can give back to them, we could think of nothing better than a small certificate of appreciation and a small series of icons whish are depicted on these pages.

First, we call these individuals trophy bearers as to mirror our patron Saint, Saint George the Trophy Bearer. According to history, the spoils of war were given to the victor and they stood proudly on the pile of their spoils while others honored them. In the life of the church, we have turned this Glorification of self into an icon of salvation. Our Saints, through their spiritual and physical struggles were granted a place in God’s Eternal Kingdom. This is depicted in our iconography through the blessed Halo. The true spoils of our spiritual struggles are inheriting the Eternal Kingdom for our Lord. Our Saints represent the true victors in our life in the church and as a trophy, we offer to these individuals the following icons which are steeped with meaning. The icon of St. George. The icon of Moses and the burning bush. The icon and story of Moses receiving the advice to delegate his lesser duties to “able men from all the people, such as fear God, men who are trustworthy and who hate a bribe…”.

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Exodus 18:13–27

12 And Jethro, Moses’ father-in-law, offered a burnt offering and sacrifices to God; and Aaron came with all the elders of Israel to eat bread with Moses’ father-in-law before God. 13 On the morrow Moses sat to judge the people, and the people stood about Moses from morning till evening. 14 When Moses’ father-in-law saw all that he was doing for the people, he said, “What is this that you are doing for the people? Why do you sit alone, and all the people stand about you from morning till evening?” 15 And Moses said to his father-in-law, “Because the people come to me to inquire of God; 16 when they have a dispute, they come to me and I decide between a man and his neighbor, and I make them know the statutes of God and his decisions.” 17 Moses’ father-in-law said to him, “What you are doing is not good. 18 You and the people with you will wear yourselves out, for the thing is too heavy for you; you are not able to perform it alone. 19 Listen now to my voice; I will give you counsel, and God be with you! You shall represent the people before God and bring their cases to God; 20 and you shall teach them the statutes and the decisions and make them know the way in which they must walk and what they must do. 21 Moreover choose able men from all the people, such as fear God, men who are trustworthy and who hate a bribe; and place such men over the people as rulers of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties, and of tens. 22 And let them judge the people at all times; every great matter they shall bring to you, but any small matter they shall decide themselves; so it will be easier for you, and they will bear the burden with you. 23 If you do this, and God so commands you, then you will be able to endure, and all this people also will go to their place in peace.” 24 So Moses gave heed to the voice of his father-in-law and did all that he had said. 25 Moses chose able men out of all Israel, and made them heads over the people, rulers of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties, and of tens. 26 And they judged the people at all times; hard cases they brought to Moses, but any small matter they decided themselves. 27 Then Moses let his father-in-law depart, and he went his way to his own country.

As Jethro instructed Moses, so the hierarchy of our Holy Church runs today. These “able men” for us here in St. George are the foundation of Christ’s work within the stewardship we have been entrusted with by God. They are my right and my left hand, and I could not do anything without them. Furthermore, our families could not find a home in this communal family without their presence and blessed offering. We thank them, we honor them, and we encourage others to join them if they are inspired to.

May God continue to bless us all.

“Listen now to my voice; I will give you counsel, and God be with you!”

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Philoptochos News By Olga Delorey

As Philoptochos winds down for the summer break, we thank everyone who has supported our philanthropic efforts so generously. We truly could not do this without each and every one of you helping us fulfill our mission as “friend of the poor”. We are slowly recovering from this past year’s pandemic lockdowns. While we still should remain vigilant, we look forward to gathering together in our beautiful house of worship to pray and thank God for our many blessings.

Congratulations to the incoming Board of Directors for 2021-2023: Jan Gallas, President; Olga Delorey and Eliana Georgelos, Co-Vice Presidents; Antonia Kananis, Treasurer; Zanetta Laskaris, Assistant Treasurer; Elaine Euripidou, Secretary; Cathy Contompasis, Assistant Secretary; Lucy Brady, Joanne Diamantis, Alice Giakoumis and Aleka Menagias. At this time we extend our thanks to Elena Sikamiotis who faithfully served on our Board for the past six years. Our heartfelt gratitude to the following Soup Kitchen Bag Lunch sponsors: Faith & Mike Adamec (May) and Elena Sikamiotis (June).

So why does Philoptochos exist? Why do we work so hard to raise money for charitable giving? While it is impressive to list the organizations we serve, what better way to tell you about the impact we make than sharing letters from those who have been the recipient of our good works.

“IN THEIR OWN WORDS”

To All of Your Gracious Hearts: My sister and I whole heartedly appreciate this gift card to replenish our food supply. Things have been difficult for us and it is a beautiful thing that there are still people out there to give their kindness back. Much love and respect, ~ Rebecca and Chelsea (Schenectady, NY)

My husband, Chris, had a kidney transplant on May 17th [2021] at Albany Medical Center. He was given one of your homemade pillows after surgery. What a wonderful thing you all are doing! He used it every day while in the hospital. He even uses it now that he is home. Shhh! Don’t tell him but I use it when he isn’t looking. How nice of you all to do this. It is truly appreciated! Thank you and may God bless you all! ~ Lori & Chris (Rome, NY)

Women of the Greek Church: Thank you for the food card for Price Chopper. The minister [Father Peter Daratsos] who we got it from said the ladies at his church bought them. I was in Viet Nam. I was pretty messed up and came back more messed up. Nobody gave me nothing and called me names but nobody cared what happened. Nobody gave me nothing except you girls and that means a lot. I love you very much. I want to give all of you a Christmas present but I only have this Star from an Army Flag to give you all. I want to give it to you good girls. Merry Christmas. ~ Al (U.S. Military Veteran)

You made our Thanksgiving a Happy One! ~ Rebecca (Mom), John, Regina, Illyana (Kids)

Dear Ladies, Thank you so much for the Care Package. It gave me needed items. Whether candy or soap, it is a great help. I can use what I don’t spend to better provide to my family. Thank you for the time you took to prepare my package and the continued opportunity to care for my family.

~Staff Sergeant Lane (Member of U.S. Armed Forces stationed in the Middle East)

I just want to say thank you for doing what you did for me. I really appreciate it a whole lot and even though my son can’t really talk, he wants to thank you too. ~ Charelle & Tayvon (Schenectady, NY)

“...for I was hungry and you gave me food ...... inasmuch as you did it to one of the least of these My brethren, you did it to Me” Matthew 25: 35-40

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Fellowship News

FELLOWSHIP NEWS:

Greetings from the Fellowship group!

Although summer didn’t officially arrive until June 20, we have been enjoying summer weather since mid May. The months of June, July and August bring family vacations, graduations and weddings. Here at St. George, we are in the midst of our preparations for a September festival. The planning committee hopes to make it as close to past festivals as possible, with people gathering inside the Hellenic Center for our famous Greek dinners and pastries, as well as outside under a tent for souvlaki, gyro, loukoumathes and dancing. The committee is planning a somewhat condensed version that will be safe, fun and hopefully will generate an income that will keep our church financially solvent.

The Fellowship group has been meeting for lunch since March. Our most recent gathering took place on June 10th, following the Ascension liturgy. Fourteen people attended and our guest of honor was little George Nektarios who entertained us by walking around and around the entire Hellenic Center with his walker and a huge smile on his face! We are all so blessed to have this precious little boy and his parents in our midst.

August brings us the Great Feast of the Dormition of the Holy Theotokos on August 15th preceded by a fourteen day strict fast. Especially during this period of time, Father Neofitos and Presvytera Catherine chant the Small and Great Paraklesis, seeking the intercession of the Holy Theotokos for the welfare of all those of us who are living. Please join us in church for these beautiful services.

The majority of our Fellowship members are involved one way or another in working the festival in various capacities. We encourage everyone to become involved, whether you are parishioners or friends of St. George. Giving of our time and an enormous amount of effort is a requirement for those volunteers who wish to make our festival a success. Let’s all work together for the benefit of St. George!

Fellowship meetings will not take place during July, August or September due to the festival. We wish you all a wonderful summer.

Below you will find a few photos from our June Fellowship luncheon.

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We have an amazing line up so far and more to come for 2022. The following lecturers have already been booked and confirmed.

Dr. George E. Demacopoulos is a Professor of Theology at Fordham University. He is also the Director of Rev. Emmanuel Mantzouris, Fr. John Vlahos, Protopresbyter the Orthodox Christian Studies Economos St. Basil Greek St. Paraskevi Greek Orthodox Church Center. Orthodox Church in Troy, N.Y. Shrine in Greenlawn, NY Fr. John Meyendorff & Patterson Family Chair of Orthodox Christian Studies

Fr Maximos is Professor of Patristics and Orthodox Spirituality at Hellenic College and Holy Cross. A summa cum laude graduate of Holy Cross (1987) Faculty of Harvard Divinity School and Professor of Patristics and Orthodox Theology. Fr. Maximos was tonsured a great-schema monk at the Holy Monastery of Simonopetra, where he lived from 2004-2011.

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Stewardship for St. George: Love and Compassion

Greetings from the Stewardship Committee. We pray that as the restrictions brought forth by COVID are lifted, parishioners will feel comfortable in returning to Church. It is time for us to worship together and fulfill our responsibilities and obligations to the Church. We all serve a purposeWELWELCOME as part of the St. George community. Let TO us give OURof our time, talents and treasure with love and compassion. We would like to thank all of you who have been fulfilling your pledges during the difficult times we have just faced. A list of pledged members as of FAMILY 6/28/2021 is included in this bulletin. If you have not had an opportunity to pledge as of yet, no worries. Just call the office for a pledge form to be mailed to you or ask for one the next time you attend church service. If you would like to increase your pledge, please let us know. Your participation helps to support the ministries of St. George.

Mr. & Mrs. George Alatzas Mrs. Eliana Georgelos Mr. Demetrios Michael Mrs. & Mrs. Stephen Arrington Ms. Panagiota Giakoumis Mr. Evan Michael Mr. John Behiri Mr. & Mrs. Peter Giakoumis Mrs. Rena Mikropoulos Mr. & Mrs. Nicholas Behiri Mr. & Mrs. Steve Giakoumis Mr. & Mrs. Scott Morlock Ms. Susan Birbilis Mr. & Mrs. Brian Goodale & Family Mr. & Mrs. Evangelos Nikolaidis Mrs. Lucy Brady & Family Mr. Periklis Hais Mr. Simeon Nikolaidis Mr. & Mrs. Sam Bratsos Mr. & Mrs. Owen Huggins Mrs. Katherine Orfan Mrs. Ifigenia Brown Mrs. Frusina Ica Iancu Mr. & Mrs. Paul Pagiotas Ms. Arji Cakouros Dr. & Mrs. Philip James Mr. & Mrs. Vito Pagnotti & Family Mr. & Mrs. Patrick Casey Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Jones & Family Mr. & Mrs. Peter Pagones Mr. & Mrs Andreas Christou Mrs. Catherine Julius Mr. & Mrs. Nick Paravalos Miss Arianna Christou Mrs. Evangelia Kalogeras Ms. Voula Paravalos Mr. & Mrs. Euripides Christou Ms. Antonia Kananis Mr. & Mrs. Frank Rossetti Mr. & Mrs. Andreas Christou Mr. Evan Kananis Fr. Neofitos & Presv. Sarigiannis & Mrs. Catherine Contompasis Mrs. Fanny Karamanos Family Ms. Catherine Contompasis Mr. & Mrs. John Kennedy Mrs. Elena Sikamiotis Mr. Charles Contompasis & Family Miss Balwant Maria Kingra Mr. & Mrs. Gerasimos Sokaris Mr. and Mrs. Emanuel Contompasis Mr. Charles Koines Mrs. Ourania Sokaris Miss Demetra Corsones Mrs. Katina Kontakos Mrs. Roubina Spyros-Morgan Mr. & Mrs. George Cotzas Ms. Kaliopi Kounoupis & Family Mrs. Stravroula Stamoulis Mrs. Rena Counavelis Mrs. Voula Kounoupis Mr. & Mrs. Van Stathis Mrs. Marianne Crary Mr. & Mrs. Steven Kouray Mr. James Stevens Mrs. Joanne Dafniotis Ms. Diamanto Ktenas Mrs. Olga Stryjski Ms. Olga Delorey Mr. & Mrs. David Lambert Mr. & Mrs. George Svolos Mr. Gerry Dermentzys Mr. & Mrs. Trifon Laskaris Mrs. Themetria Svolos Miss Joanne Diamantis Mr. & Mrs. Paul LaViolette Ms. Melissa Verrigni Mrs. Katina Dikas & Family Mrs. Rosemary Legorius Mr. & Mrs. Brian Whipple & Family Ms. J. Maria Dostis- Koliatsis Mr. William Manikas Mrs. Mary Wilson Mrs. Marguerite Doulides Mrs. Akrivi Markopoulos Mrs. Sophie Zanaros Mr. & Mrs. Michael Euripidou Mr. & Mrs. Dimitryos Markopoulos Mrs. Anastasia Zoulas Mrs. Janet Gallas Mr. & Mrs. Phil McGowen Mrs. Mary Zoulas Mr. Arthur Georgelas Miss Cathy Menagias Mrs. Helena Georgelas Mr. Georgio Menagias Mr. Nicholas Georgelas Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Menagias

EVERY PORTION MATTERS!

Once upon a time, a festival was to be held in a certain village. To ensure there would be enough wine for the celebration, each member of the village agreed to pour one bottle of his best wine into a large cask. “If I fill my bottle with water,” reasoned one villager, “the dilution will be so slight, who will notice?” But when the feast and time for merrymaking commenced, and the cask was tapped, nothing but water poured forth. Every member in the village had reasoned alike: “My portion will not be missed!”

Compassionate stewardship is an attitude and a way of life. (www.stewardship.goarch.org)

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Scripture is filled with passages of God’s call for us to be generous, loving, compassionate givers. The priority of compassionate stewardship is not to pay the bills. It is about how we, as a community, can do God’s work with love and compassion. It is less about the parish’s need to receive, and more about our need to give. It is our generosity with the gifts and blessings God has entrusted to us.

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St. George Ministry and Church leadership Appreciation Day

(June 13 Certificates announced in alphabetical order)

1) Lucy Brady – Stewardship Chair, Parish Council Member, Usher, Philoptochos Officer 2) Arji Cakouros - Parish Council Member, Usher 3) Alexandra Casey - Parish Council Officer- Treasurer 4) George Cotzas – Greek School Teacher (Teens and Adults) 5) Olga Delorey – Choir Director, Philoptochos President 6) Maria Dostis - Parish Council Officer- Vice President, Greek School Board Member 7) Calvin Durant - Facilities Staff 8) Elaine Euripidou - Philoptochos Officer, Flowers, Choir Member 9) Evan Euripidou – Chanter and past Festival Chair 10) James Gaminde – Ahepa Member and Leader 11) Eliana Georgelos – Choir Member, Fellowship Group, Philoptochos Officer 12) Brian Goodale - Parish Council President 13) Lucy Goodale – Youth Adviser 14) Steve Giakoumis – Thursday Morning Boys, Altar Boy 15) Andrew Giakoumis - Steve and Alice to receive 16) Toni Kananis – Stewardship Committee Member, Philoptochos Officer, Church Lady, Usher 17) Balwant Maria Kingra – Parish Council Member, Dance Troupe Co-chair and Young Adults Leader, Fundraising Committee Co-chair 18) Camille Kosloski - Office Manager 19) Diamanto Ktenas - Greek School Board Member 20) Ioanna Loula - Greek School Teacher 21) Aleka Menagias - Choir Member 22) Phil Menagias – Ahepa President 23) Dimitrios Michael – Chanter, Greek School Board Member 24) Roubina Morgan - Parish Council Member, Usher 25) Scott Morlock - Parish Council Officer – Secretary, Fundraising Committee Co-chair, Usher 26) Anna Morlock - Youth Adviser 27) Lea Morlock - Dance Troupe Co-chair 28) Paul Pagiotas - Fellowship Group Co-president 29) Athena Pagnotti - Greek School Board Member 30) Gladys Paravalos – All Things for All People – Church Caretaker, Book Club/ Bible Study, Friends of St. George, Baker, Bookstore, Usher, Chanter and Reader 31) Panos Rallatos - Altar Boy, Usher 32) Presvytera Catherine Sarigiannis – Head Chanter, Bookstore, Greek School Administrator 33) Mary Wilson – Choir Member 34) Gladys Paravalos and Katherine Orfan – Prosforo Makers

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St. George Greek School (2020-2021)

Congratulations to all our Greek School students who completed the school year in 2021!

We are very proud of you all and you give us the most joyful reasons to work hard for our church.

A special thank you to Mrs. Ioanna Loula and Mr. George Cotzas for their exemplary performance and execution as our Greek school language teachers.

We welcome the members of our newly formed school board: Diamanto Ktenas, Jimmy Michaels, Athena Pagnotti, and Maria Dostis. May God guide all your decisions and stewardship over our precious families.

Have a blessed Summer!

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St. George Sunday School (2021-2022)

Saint George Greek Orthodox Church Youth Ministry Registration Form 2021 Sunday School September 2021

Last Name ______Father’s name: ______Mother’s Name ______Address______Town and Zip ______Home Phone ______Cell Phone ______Email ______

Child’s name ______Date of Birth ______Child’s Nameday______School Grade Sept 2019 ______Registering for:______Any Medical Conditions/Allergies? ___No ___Yes If yes, please explain ______

Child’s name ______Date of Birth ______Child’s Nameday______School Grade Sept 2019______Registering for:______Any Medical Conditions/Allergies? ___No ___Yes If yes, please explain ______

St. George Greek School (2021-2022)

We are excited to announce that for the 2021 -2022 school year we will be expanding our Greek School Program to also offer in person instruction which will include, not only Language and Conversation, but also Culture and Greek Dance instruction! We will also be continuing the online language program for those of you who prefer to continue online. Click below to register for the 2021-2022 School Year.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1gCG0h8HfrQKCuQvF5jd8WrPV_xts0- JeZlqR0JDxKTA/edit?no_redirect=true&pli=1 or Visit our website to register. http://www.saintgeorgegoc.com/

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August Dekapentavgousto Service Schedule

Sunday Services Orthros 8:30 am Divine Liturgy 9:30 am

Sunday, August 1 – 6th Sunday of Matthew Tuesday, August 10 *8:30 am Orthros & 9:30 am Divine Liturgy *6:30 pm Great Paraklesis to the Virgin Mary *6:30 pm Great Paraklesis to the Virgin Mary Wednesday, August 11 Monday, August 2 *6:30 pm Small Paraklesis to the Virgin Mary *6:30 pm Small Paraklesis to the Virgin Mary Thursday, August 12 Tuesday, August 3 *6:30 pm Great Paraklesis to the Virgin Mary *6:30 pm Great Paraklesis to the Virgin Mary Saturday, August 14 Wednesday, August 4 *7:00 pm Great Vespers *6:30 pm Small Paraklesis to the Virgin Mary Location: The Assumption Church in Windham, NY Thursday, August 5 *6:30 pm Vespers for Transfiguration of Christ Sunday, August 15 - The Dormition of our Most Holy Lady the Theotokos and Friday, August 6 - Transfiguration of Christ Ever Virgin Mary *8:30 am Orthros & 9:30 am Divine Liturgy and *8:30 am Orthros & 9:30 am Divine Liturgy blessing of the grapes *6:30 pm Small Paraklesis to the Virgin Mary Monday, August 16 - The Image of Christ Made-Without-Hands Sunday, August 8 – 7th Sunday of Matthew * 9:10 am Hours and Divine Liturgy *8:30 am Orthros & 9:30 am Divine Liturgy Location: Christ the Savior in Ballston Lake, NY

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The Tomb of ChristWelcome brings to St.forth George life. Greek May HeOrthodox make usChurch worthy to arrive at His Holy Tomb once again in 2022. For no one lives and does not sin, You alone are without sin…..

Grant us a blessed summer and a blessed 2021-2022 Ecclesiastical Year.

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Saint George Greek Orthodox Church Info Office: (518) 393-0742 Fax: (518) 393-4093 Reverand Father Neofitos Sarigiannis [email protected] 107 Clinton Street Schenectady, NY 12305 Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 9 AM – 2 PM Parish Office closed on Friday Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SaintGeorgeNY/ website: www.saintgeorgegoc.com email: [email protected] Our Sunday service hours are: Orthros 8:30 am Divine Liturgy 9:30 am

St. George Ministry Leaders

Altar Servers Fr. Neofitos Sarigiannis [email protected] Bookstore and Greek School Presvytera Catherine [email protected] Sarigiannis, Gladys Paravalos [email protected] Bible Study/ Book Club Fr. Neofitos Sarigiannis Choir/Chanters Olga Delorey [email protected]

Church Ushers Brian Goodale [email protected] Epistle Readers Fr. Neofitos Sarigiannis Fellowship Group Eliana Georgelos [email protected] Friends of St. George Gladys Paravalos Ladies Philoptochos Society Olga Delorey Office Manager and Facilities Camille Kosloski [email protected] Staff Order of AHEPA Phil Menagias [email protected] Parish Council Members Brian Goodale Soup Kitchen Olga Delorey Stewardship Lucy Brady [email protected] [email protected] Sunday School Teachers and Fr. Neofitos Sarigiannis Assistants “Thursday Morning Boys” Steve Giakoumis 518-372-4476 Building and Grounds Volunteers

Youth Group Leaders and Lucy Goodale [email protected] Volunteers: Angels/HOPE/JOY Anna Morlock [email protected] and GOYA

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GREEK FESTIVAL - We hope to see everyone at our Annual St. George Greek Festival September 10 and 11, 2021. We need everyone’s help to make our festival a success. Please contact us to volunteer your services! Many hands make the task lighter. While the festival provides an opportunity for us to share our Orthodox faith and Greek culture with the greater community-at-large, the reality is that the proceeds from the annual festival keep the doors of our church open. Let us all come together to help each other and help our St. George Church. We want St. George to be here for our children, grandchildren, and beyond. All our Great Feasts of the church are connected and funded by our biggest fundraising event of the year.

Fr. Neofitos [email protected] or call 518-393-0742

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