Our Vision: To Know God Oc t o be r 1 6 Sunday of the 7th Ecumenical Council

Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church Sunday Services: Orthros 8:15am, Divine Liturgy 9:30am

Holy Trinity Church is under the Omophorion of His Eminence Metropolitan Nicholas of the Metropolis of Detroit.

Father William J. Bartz Presiding Priest Father Lucas Christensen Assistant Priest Parish Office Hours 9 am - 5 pm Monday-Friday 3500 W. 106th Street, Carmel, IN 46032 317-733-3033 317-733-2806-fax www.holytrinityindy.org www.facebook.com/ holytrinityindy Parish Council President Tracy Pappas Vice President Julie Rowlas Secretary Nick Dervenis Treasurer Nick Saran Assistant Treasurer Nick Sofianopoulos Matt Albean, Dennis Dickos, Greg Dickos, Bob Dine, Angelo Julovich, Steve Kollias, George Pappaioanou, Irene Sarris, Gail Zeheralis. Staff Office Administrator Cindy Watson Ministries Coordinator Sandy Cooper Building Manager Tim Bryant Administrative Assistant Willa Gillispie For information about this publication contact the Parish office at (317)733-3033. Deadline for inclusion is Tuesday before the cover date. All items are requested in digital format and sent to [email protected].

Entrance Hymn Come let us bow down to Christ, As we worship Him, The Son of God. Save us, O Son of God, Who did rise from the dead, We sing to You: Alleluia Resurrectional Apolytikion (Plagal Four) From on high You descended, O merciful Lord. You accepted the Cross and three days in the Tomb to free us from the bondage of sin. O our Life and Resurrection. Glory to You, O Lord. Apolytikion for the Fathers Supremely blessed are You, O Christ our God. You established the holy Fathers upon the earth as beacons, And through them You have guided us all to the true Faith, O greatly merciful One, glory be to You. Church Hymn (Troparion of Pentecost) Blessed are You O Christ our God Who has shown the fishermen as wise men By sending down Your Holy Spirit upon them And through them, the whole world You drew into Your net O Lover of mankind, glory to You. Evlogitos i Hriste O Theos imon, O Pansofous tous aliis anadixas, Katapempsas aftis to Pnevma to agion, Ke thi afton tin ikoumenin saginefsas, Filanthrope doxa Si. Kontakion (Prostasia) A protection of Christians unshamable, Intercessor to our Holy Maker unwavering. Reject not the prayerful cries of those who are in sin. Instead come to us for you are good; Your loving help bring unto us, Who are crying in faith to you; Hasten now to intercede and speed now to supplicate As a protection for all time, Theotokos, for those who honor you. After the Prayer of the Proskomidi I love you, O Lord my strength. The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my Savior.

EPISTLE READING: St. Paul's Letter to Titus 3:8-15 TITUS, my son, the saying is sure. I desire you to insist on these things, so that those who have believed in God may be careful to apply themselves to good deeds; these are excellent and profitable to men. But avoid stupid controversies, genealogies, dissensions, and quarrels over the law, for they are unprofitable and futile. As for a man who is factious, after admonishing him once or twice, have nothing more to do with him, knowing that such a person is perverted and sinful; he is self-condemned. When I send Artemas or Tychicos to you, do your best to come to me at Nicopolis, for I have decided to spend the winter there. Do your best to speed Zenas the lawyer and Apollos on their way; see that they lack nothing. And let our people learn to apply themselves to good deeds, so as to help cases of urgent need, and not to be unfruitful. All who are with me send greeting to you. Greet those who love us in the faith. Grace be with you all. Amen. GOSPEL READING: The Gospel according to St. Luke 8:5-15 The Lord said this parable: "A sower went out to sow his seed; and as he sowed, some fell along the path, and was trodden under foot, and the birds of the air devoured it. And some fell on the rock; and as it grew up, it withered away, because it had no moisture. And some fell among thorns; and the thorns grew with it and choked it. And some fell into good soil and grew, and yielded a hundredfold." And when his disciples asked him what this parable meant, he said, "To you it has been given to know the secrets of the kingdom of God; but for others they are in parables, so that seeing they may not see, and hearing they may not understand. Now the parable is this: The seed is the word of God. The ones along the path are those who have heard; then the devil comes and takes away the word from their hearts, that they may not believe and be saved. And the ones on the rock are those who, when they hear the word, receive it with joy; but these have no root, they believe for a while and in time of temptation fall away. And as for what fell among the thorns, they are those who hear, but as they go on their way they are choked by the cares and riches and pleasures of life, and their fruit does not mature. And as for that in the good soil, they are those who, hearing the word, hold it fast in an honest and good heart, and bring forth fruit with patience." As he said these things, he cried out "He who has ears to hear, let him hear."

T H E C R E E D O F FA I T H (Nicene-Constantinopolitan Creed) I believe in one God, Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and of all things visible and invisible. And in one Lord Jesus Christ, the only-begotten Son of God, begotten of the Father before all ages; Light of Light, true God of true God, begotten, not created, of one essence with the Father through Whom all things were made. Who for us men and for our salvation came down from heaven and was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and the Virgin Mary and became man. He was crucified for us under Pontius Pilate, and suffered and was buried; And He rose on the third day, according to the Scriptures. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father; And He will come again with glory to judge the living and dead. His kingdom shall have no end. And in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the Creator of life, Who proceeds from the Father, Who together with the Father and the Son is worshipped and glorified, Who spoke through the prophets. In one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church. I confess one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. I look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the age to come. Amen.

Sunday Service Schedule and Teams Date

Parish Council Early Duty

Parish Council Early Duty

Team

10/16/16

Nick Saran

Gail Zeheralis

Team 2

Altar Boy Team 2 Chandler Andrew Alanis **Austin Anderson Thomas Cortese Steven Csubak Quentin Csubak Jordan Freudenberg Alex Lupear Sam Lupear *Nathaniel Martine

Narthex Server Team 2 Katerina Anderson Maria Emmanoelides Anna Constance Graffeo Nicole Lisch* Elizabeth Martine Eleni Pantzer AnnaMarie Pasyanos Naya Pease Halie Scott Sophia Saran Upcoming Weeks

Dean Megremis Matthew Moore John Pasyanos Nicholas Pease Iraklis Tsiampas Paul Tsiampas Anthony Young Evan Young

Parish Council Team 2 Nick Dervenis Greg Dickos Bob Dine Steve Kollias George Pappaioanou Nick Saran Gail Zeheralis

Date

Parish Council Early Duty

Parish Council Early Duty

Team

10/23/16

Julie Rowlas

Irene Sarris

Team 1

10/30/16

Nick Dervenis

Greg Dickos

Team 2

Saving Energy Speaker Holy Trinity's Green Team and Hamilton County Green Congregations present energy conservation expert Ray Wilson’s "How to Save Energy" on Wednesday, October 19 from 7 - 8pm in the Library. All are invited to attend. A discussion about what other churches are doing to conserve energy will follow from 8 8:30pm. Please RSVP to Diane Hamstra at [email protected] Shop Til You Drop Bazaar On Saturday, October 22 from 10am - 5pm the Missions Committee will host the annual Shop Til You Drop Holiday Bazaar. We have a variety of vendors, some old and some new, ranging from jewelry, ceramics, clothing, woodworking, soaps, scarves, etc. Lunch will also be available. Greek Orthodox & Roman Catholic Discussion Father Lucas will be joining Father Ted Rothrock at St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church of Carmel on Sunday, October 23 from 3pm - 4:15pm for a moderated session on Greek Orthodox & Roman Catholic perspectives on Contemporary Issues, Theology & Practice, Church Structure & Councils. There will also be time for questions and answers. Please come to learn more about both the Orthodox Church and Catholic Church.

‘Living Tradition’ Series with Father Lucas Beginning Wednesday, October 26 at 7pm, a three-part series of interactive presentations on different aspects of our Greek Orthodox Tradition will be offered on Wednesdays at Holy Trinity Church. The topics of discussion include The Holy Scriptures, The Church Fathers, and Worship & Liturgical Arts. Please plan to attend on October 26, November 2, and November 16 at 7pm, as we explore the development of our Tradition and also discuss how we are a part of this living Tradition today. Upcoming GOYA Events October 29 - Trunk or Treat 5:30 - 8:30pm (With Surrounding Indy youth groups) Fellowship Event to follow. Pick up flyers in the Founders’ Walk. RSVP at http://tinyurl.com/gotdez9 November 5 - Bonfire Senior GOYA at home of Nick & Tracy Pappas Junior GOYA at home of Jim and Martha Pappas 13 - Chili Cook off St. Basil Film Study Fall 2016 Schedule November 11: Babette's Feast Dinner begins at 6pm with the film at 6:30pm. Discussion to follow. Free will offering for dinner. RSVP to Wendy Mudis at [email protected]. Top Ten Books A list of ten books about Orthodoxy and the Orthodox Church has been posted in the Bookstore. Everyone is encouraged to learn more about the Faith and the Church by reading them. Book of the Month: Beginning to Pray by Anthony Bloom. Attention Future Missionaries If anyone is interested in missions work and would like to go on a mission trip during the summer of 2017, Holy Trinity Missions Committee offers a great program. Parishioners can participate in Missions Committee fundraising events, while also receiving subsidies to go on a Holy Trinity sponsored mission trip. Please contact Helen Young at [email protected] or call 317-8413508. Coffee Hour Sign Up Coffee Hour is a time of fellowship and everyone is encouraged to volunteer. We have created an online sign up form to make it even easier. Sign up as a family and enjoy volunteering together. Simply click the link and sign u p ! h t t p : / / w w w. s i g n u p g e n i u s. c o m / g o / 4 0 9 0 c 4 a a a a f 2 f a 6 f f 2 holy . SignUpGenius will send a confirmation and a reminder email of your volunteer times. Sign up by Tuesday 11:59pm for names to be included in the Koinonia.

Proper Reverence During the Divine Services, there are special moments in which proper reverence is offered, such as the Consecration of the Gifts, the procession of the Cross, and others. The most frequent is the Consecration of the Gifts during the weekly Divine Liturgy. Proper reverence is to kneel or to stand. We are not to be in a position that is partially sitting and partially kneeling. With our new kneelers on our new pews, please offer proper reverence by either kneeling or standing. Prosforo Volunteers Anyone who is interested in making Prosforo for Sunday Divine Liturgy, please contact the Parish Office at [email protected] or call 317-733-3033. Offering Wine Many Parishioners offer fresh prosforo (bread) for our Sunday Divine Liturgy. Some parishioners who are unable to offer the prosforo have asked about offering the wine, which is Nama Byzantino. If anyone is interested in donating the wine ($10 per bottle), please identify your donation for "wine".

Parish Council Those interested in serving on the Parish Council for the 2016-2017 term are encouraged to complete the form and submit it to the Parish Office no later than November 1, 2016. Blank forms are available in the Narthex. For questions, please contact the Parish Office at 317-733- 3033 or [email protected] Choir Concert at Discounted Price The Holy Trinity Choir will be presenting a spectacular event to begin the Christmas Season on Saturday, December 3, at 7pm. The evening will begin with a concert of Christmas music from throughout the world, ending the concert with Handel's Hallelujah Chorus accompanied by a full orchestra. A festive reception will follow the concert with appetizers and desserts. Tickets are now available at a discounted, early bird price of $20. On November 1, tickets will go to the full price of $25. Plan to attend and take advantage of the special price. To purchase tickets contact any Choir member or call the Parish Office at (317) 733-3033.

Flooring and Seating The upgraded changes to this major Parish project gives us a new total of $725,000. To date, we have raised just over $646,977. We need an additional $78,023. Pledge cards are available on the Candle Stand, or contact a Parish Council member.

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Sunday, October 16 Church Musicians Sunday

Monday, October 17

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Sunday, October 30 Philoptochos Sunday Green Team Meeting 11:45am Basketball Practice 12:30pm Tuesday, November 1 St. Paul Bible Study 10:15am Missions Committee Meeting 7pm

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Vesperal Liturgy - Saint Luke 5:30pm

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Tuesday, October 18 St. Paul Bible Study 10:15am Philoptochos Board Meeting 6:30pm

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Wednesday, October 19 Kafeneio 10am Energy Saving Speaker 7pm St. John Patristic Study 7pm

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Thursday, October 20 Greek School 5pm Greek School Conversational Class 6pm Choir Rehearsal 6:30pm Adult Greek Class Beginners II 7pm

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Thursday, November 3 Gyro Night 5pm Greek School 5pm Choir Rehearsal 6:30pm Adult Greek Class Beginners II 7pm

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Saturday, October 22 Shop Til You Drop Bazaar 10am

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Saturday, November 5 Merciful Help Food Pantry 9:45am Yoga Class 10am Greek School Conversational Class 12pm Jr GOYA Bonfire 6pm Sr GOYA Bonfire 6pm

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Sunday, October 23 Basketball Practice 12:30pm Greek and Latin Perspectives - St. Elizabeth Church 3pm

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Sunday, November 6 Basketball Practice 12:30pm

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Tuesday, October 25 St. Paul Bible Study 10:15am Adult Dance Practice 7pm

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Wednesday, October 26

Divine Liturgy - Saint Dimitrios 9:30am Kafeneio 10:30am Orthodox Living Tradition Series: The Holy Scriptures 7pm

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Thursday, October 27 Greek School 5pm Choir Rehearsal 6:30pm Adult Greek Class Beginners II 7pm

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Saturday, October 29 Philoptochos Bake Session 9am Yoga Class 10am Greek School Conversational Class 12pm Jr/Sr GOYA Trunk & Treat 5:30pm Jr/Sr GOYA Dance 8pm

HOLY TRINITY FINANCIAL UPDATE Operating Account Activity 10/2/2016 - 10/8/2016 Income $16,842.34 Year to date Income $698,864.08 Expense $11,518.23 Year to date Expense $790,937.96

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Wednesday, November 2 Kafeneio 10am Orthodox Living Tradition Series: The Holy Fathers 7pm

Tuesday, November 8 Election Day Bake Sale 6am St. Paul Bible Study 10:15am

Vesperal Liturgy- Saint Nektarios 5:30pm Stewardship Committee Meeting 7pm Adult Dance Practice 7pm

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Wednesday, November 9 Kafeneio 10am Philoptochos General Meeting 6:30pm

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Thursday, November 10 Leisure Timers 11:30am Greek School 5pm Parish Council Meeting 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal 6:30pm Adult Greek Class Beginners II 7pm

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Friday, November 11 Book Corner 10:30am St. Basil Film Study 6pm

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Saturday, November 12 Yoga Class 10am Greek School Conversational Class 12pm HOPE - Movie and Pizza night 5pm

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Sunday, November 13 IOCC Fundraiser 4:30pm