GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH OF THE HOLY RESURRECTION SUNDAY, JANUARY 15, 2012 – Vol. 36 #19
Rev. Fr. John Vlahos Office: (516) 671-‐‑5200 Fax: (516) 671-‐‑5205 web: www.resurrectiongoc.org
2012 PARISH COUNCIL: James Gabriel, Peter J. Pappas, Stella Hetzer, Kyriakos Demou, John Panagopoulos, Anne Alexandrou, Kathy Costas, Zefy Christopoulos, Kostas Fakiris, Soterios Panageas, Paula Savvinidis, Anne Vandoros, Nicholas Tsafos, Gus Vlavianos, Lewis Bazakos, James Xanthos, Constantine Zachariadis, Leonidas Fampritsis, Simeon Patestas. MINISTRIES: Philoptochos: Athina Beaury, Youth Commission: Nickie Demos, Debbie Catacosinos, Sunday School: Tina Mihaltses, Greek School: Elizabeth Horton, Principal, PTA President: Angela Panageas, Parea Club: Frank Albers, Ann Billias, Little Angels: Mimi Grabavenko, HOPE: Millie Gianoukakis, JOY: Kelly Gatanas, Patti Andreolas, GOYA: Anne Alexandrou, Helen Fakatselis, Vivian Paralikas, Scouts: Dean Mihaltses, Anthony Brigis, Choir: Ted Brakatselos, Jr. Choir: Anna Bonet, Seniors Club: Maria Verveniotis, Aleka Bellidoro, Koinonia: Zefy Christopoulos, Festival: Stella and Cliff Hetzer, Food Pantry: Millie Gianoukakis, Effie Marie Smith.
Epistle: Colossians 3:4-11
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Gospel: Luke 17:12-19
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Epistle Reading: BRETHREN, when Christ who is our life appears, then you also will appear with him in glory. Put to death therefore what is earthly in you: fornication, impurity, passion, evil desire, and covetousness, which is idolatry. On account of these the wrath of God is coming upon the sons of disobedience. In these you once walked, when you lived in them. But now put them all away; anger, wrath, malice, slander, and foul talk from your mouth. Do not lie to one another, seeing that you have put off the old nature with its practices and have put on the new nature, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of its creator. Here there cannot be Greek and Jew, circumcised and uncircumcised, barbarian, Scythian, slave, free man, but Christ is all, and in all. Gospel Reading: At that time, as Jesus entered a village, He was met by ten lepers, who stood at a distance and lifted up their voices and said: "Jesus, Master, have mercy on us." When He saw them He said to them, "Go and show yourselves to the priests." And as they went they were cleansed. Then one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, praising God with a loud voice; and he fell on his face at Jesus's feet, giving Him thanks. Now he was a Samaritan. Then said Jesus: "Were not ten cleansed? Where are the nine? Was no one found to return and give praise to God except this foreigner?" And He said to him: "Rise and go your way; your faith has made you well." CHURCH ORDER: Jim Gabriel, Jim Xanthos, Peter Pappas, Anne Vandoros, Paula Savvinidis, Sotiri Panageas. ALTAR SERVERS: Nicholas Anderson, Alexander Cavanaugh, Nicholas Tiglias, Philip Verveniotis. COFFEE HOUR: Eleni Plactere, Patti Averopoulos, Nicole Karousos, Kristina Johnnidis, Despina Albanes. TODAY WE COMMEMORATE: Alexandria
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Paul of Thebes, John the Cave Dweller, Pansophios the Martyr of
WE COMMEMORATE the five year memorial for Michael Kreatsoulas beloved father of Marianna Kreatsoulas and Stelios Stylianou, and grandfather of Michalis and Antares Stylianou. Eternal be his memory! THE ALTAR KANDILI is offered by the Stylianou family in loving memory of Isabella Lisette Grasso on the occasion of her one year memorial anniversary. Eternal be her memory! UPCOMING SERVICES AND RELIGIOUS EDUCATION: NEW YEAR 2012 Tuesday, January 17th, St. Anthony the Great 9:30 am Thursday, January 19th, Paraklesis to the Virgin Mary 6:00 pm Bible Study 7:00 pm Friday, January 20th, Vigil for St. Maximos the Confessor beginning at 9:00 pm *** TODAY, SUNDAY, JANUARY 15th, WE SHALL HOLD THE OATH OF OFFICE at the conclusion of Liturgy for the newly elected Parish Council that will lead the Parish during 2012. . We welcome new members Leonidas Fampritsis and Simeon Patestas. Nickie Demos retires from the Council this year after six years of
service. Peter Koumoulis retires after three years of service. The Council and the parish thank them for their many years of devoted service. Following Liturgy, the Parish Council shall meet to elect their officers. ST. JOHN CHRYSOSTOM ORATORICAL FESTIVAL-- There will be a meeting of Sunday School students in grades 7th through 12th along with their parents in church on Sunday, January 15, after Liturgy. Fr. John will be discussing the Oratorical Festival and giving specific information on each of the topic questions. Any questions, speak to Vivian Casil--759-1148. FAMILY BOWLING DAY: Monday, January 16th, from 1-4 pm. Syosset Bowling Alley; $15 Per person includes: bowling, shoe rental, lunch. For info, please contact Deborah Catacosinos 625- 0868. THE RESURRECTION SENIORS will be having a Vasilopita cutting on Tuesday, January 17th at 1:00 pm in the Church Hall. Please join us to socialize and see who wins the lucky coin! GOYA WILL BE PARTICIPATING IN THE MIDNIGHT RUN and need help with clothing donations. Much needed are warm coats, hooded sweatshirts, sweaters, socks, boots. Bins will be available for drop off at church until mid January. THE GLENDI WILL BE SATURDAY FEBRUARY 11th. We will be selling tickets beginning January 8th after Church. Remember the Youth commission needs your help in providing those wonderful raffle baskets. So, when you are doing your after Christmas sale shopping, think of purchasing items that would make one terrific raffle basket for children or adults. If you know of someone who can provide us with our bigger prizes, please let us know. We are looking for nooks, computers, Ipads, T.V's, restaurant gift certificates, sporting event or theater tickets, small electronics and everything for children. Thank You, Nickie Demos and Debbie Catacosinos. SAVE THE DATE: Our Parish Development Conference will be held on the afternoon of March 3rd All are welcome and encouraged to attend. Details forthcoming.
ST. CATHERINE’S PHILOPTOCHOS NEWS THANK YOU for taking part in our community Christmas Card. Through your generous support Philoptochos collected $2,000 therefore supporting our many philanthropic endeavors. OUR VASILOPITA LUNCHEON was a great success! Everyone who came enjoyed a delicious feast. Your generous donations raised $1,100 which Philoptochos Board voted to increase, giving St. Basil's Academy a total of $1,500. COME JOIN US at our next GENERAL MEMBERSHIP meeting on Thursday, January 26th at 7:00 pm. Enjoy fellowship over a cup of coffee as we discuss our book club book, Crazy John by Dionysios Makris. You don't need to read the book to join in the discussion. The book though is available at the church Bookstore. We hope to see you then. SAVE THE DATE: Sunday, February 5th: During coffee hour Philoptochos will be accepting donations of yarn, knitting needles, crotchet hooks and your own hands in our first project to provide hand made warm items for local charities in need. Please contact Maria Verveniotis 677-9650 Monday, February 6th: Next General Membership meeting will be a wine and cheese ladies evening. More details to follow. PHILOPTOCHOS of Holy Trinity in Hicksville will be having it's Fashion Show on Thursday, February 9th at 7:00 pm at the Crest Hollow Country Club. Donation: $65. Anyone interested in attending please contact Athina Beaury at 917-613-4963. CALLING ALL MEN WHO WOULD LIKE TO PARTICIPATE IN RECREATIONAL BASKETBALL on the first and third Friday of each month at the Greenvale School (on 25A). If interested contact: Peter Koumoulis at pkoumoulis@hotmail.com or Nickie Demos at Nickiedee@aol.com. The dates in January are Friday the 6th and Friday the 20th from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. ATTENTION ALL 7 – 12 YEAR OLDS: Mr. Jim Xanthos, assisted by Mr. Evan Gianoukakis will be having basketball practice at the Greenvale School (on 25A) on January 6th and January 20th from 7:30 to 9:15. If you are interested please email Jim Xanthos at James.xanthos@ellimanpm.com or Nickie Demos at Nickiedee@aol.com.
PLEASE SUPPORT OUR FOOD PANTRY! THE COLD WEATHER IS HERE AND WE NEED YOUR HELP WITH SUPPLIES AND FOOD! WE ARE ALSO LOOKING FOR DRIVERS TO PICK UP FOOD. WITH A SIGNIFICANT THANK YOU TO OUR GRACIOUS PROVIDER, WE ARE ABLE TO PROVIDE FRESH FRUITS AND VEGETABLES TO MANY! Our pantry is open and helping our community! Thanks to you and to the support of Long Island Harvest, we are able to offer support to all in need! FOR COMPLETELY CONFIDENTIAL SUPPORT, IF YOU ARE IN NEED OF ASSISTANCE, PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO CONTACT THE CHURCH OFFICE AT ANY TIME. PARISH WISH LIST: Please consider making a donation towards all or part of an item listed below for the health and wellbeing or in memory of a family member. Your gift will continually provide our Parish the opportunity to serve in our Lord’s ministry. A Chalice, Altar Cloths, a Censer, the Kouvouklion. HELP WANTED/HELP NEEDED AN ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLES/PAYABLES/OPERATIONAL MANAGER is looking for work. Please contact the church office if you are able to help. NY TLC LICENSED DRIVER AVAILABLE FOR HIRE. Available for airport drop off and pickup and full or part time to help with general driving or errands. Seven years experience.
PROJECT GENERATION – FEBRUARY 4 TH – 11:00 AM WE SHALL BE HOSTING THE SECOND ANNUAL PROJECT GENERATION YOUTH SYMPOSIUM ON FEBRUARY 4TH. Teens from across the Archdiocesan District will be presenting projects on the environment, engaging in debate on environmental topics and participating in a moderated discussion on Orthodoxy and the Environment. Project Generation is intended to respond to the call of His All Holiness by initiating an effort for our youth to: • Engage Orthodox youth in a project showcasing the link between our religion and the environment • Increase environmental awareness • Launch grassroots level promotion of the message of Patriarch Bartholomew Please support all of the youth who will be participating across the Archdiocesan District by joining us. Details in the attached flyer and at http://wwwprojectgeneration.net For more information, contact Chris Gabriel or Callie Catacosinos. We are seeking sponsors to help us underwrite this very important event. Most notably, we estimate expenses of $500 for promotional items; $300 for lunch; and $250 for the publishing (both bound and electronic) of the proceedings of the conference. If you are interested in helping to support this event with a donation, please contact the church, Chris Gabriel or Jim Gabriel, in person or via e-mail at info@projectgeneration.net.