PRAYER REQUEST:

"I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people….  This is good, and it is pleasing in the sight of God our Savior, who desires all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth.” (1 Timothy 2:1-4)

We pray for mercy, life, peace, and healing of all parishioners.

Prayers for the family and friends of: Ellen Sarris Allen, Geraldine Sarris, Philip Sarris, Maryann Bolt, Leonardos Daniels, Athena Duddy, Ingrid Fotianos, Mikae Gaetanos, Susana G. Kugeares, Kostas Lantzounis, Chresanthe Lemieux, George Lemieux, Jr., James Mahourtis, Mary Mastoridis, Nicolaos Pramagioulis, Adeline Susan Rahaneotis, Mary Santas, Tommy Stewart,  Tracey Billeter Stott, Gary Spanos, Gwen H, Trey Wilkinson, Michael Fotianos ,Mike Theodosion and Rita Latgis.

May their memory be eternal!

Prayers for:

 Taki Andriotis, Angelique Dalarides Kelley, Michael Colburn, Chris Bersu, Michael , Ruza Basimamovic, Zoe Kauttu , James Day, James Kyriake, Alex Aclim, Jane Anderson, Athena Mechikoff, Lewis Hayberg,Jayden Billeter, Vanessa Oliver,  Kugeares Family (Zoe and Marika ), Bobby James, Michaela, and Patricia Tortorella,  Martha Tzemopoulos,  Kaliroi Parris, Gary Peterson,Thomas Lekas and Cliff Demeritt.

A WORD FROM:

V. Rev Fr. Maximos Politis, HTGOC Parish Priest

(347) 500-8176 [email protected]

Διαπροσωπικές σχέσεις  interpersonal relations

Είπαμε σε προηγούμενο σημείωμα για την εν Χριστώ ένωση των ανθρώπων. Εδώ τίθεται ένα ερώτημα: Χάνεται η αυτοτέλεια και η προσωπικότητα του ανθρώπου; Ο άνθρωπος είναι πλασμένος “κατ’ εικόνα Θεού”. Ο σκοπός του είναι η ένωση με τον Θεό και με τους συνανθρώπους του. Η σχέση των προσώπων της Αγίας Τριάδας δίνει μια εικόνα της σχέσης που οι άνθρωποι καλούνται να αναπτύξουν. Ο Θεός Πατήρ υπάρχει μαζί με τον Υιό και το Άγιο Πνεύμα. Τα πρόσωπα δεν αφομοιώνονται το ένα από το άλλο. Ούτε επίσης υπάρχει σύγκρουση και ανταγωνισμός μεταξύ τους. Σε μια ομάδα ανθρώπων, σε μια κοινωνία, ακόμα και σε μια σχέση μεταξύ δύο ατόμων, είναι πολύ συνηθισμένο να παρατηρείται ανταγωνισμός. Υπάρχει μια τάση, ποιος θα εντυπωσιάσει περισσότερο, ποιος θα ελκύσει την προσοχή των άλλων, ακόμα και με αρνητική κριτική, και ποιος θα αναλάβει την αρχηγία στη σχέση. Από την άλλη πλευρά, στη σύγχρονη ζωή βλέπουμε ότι η κοινωνία γίνεται απρόσωπη. Όπως, σε ένα εργοστάσιο ή στον στρατό. Εκεί ο άνθρωπος δεν έχει όνομα, είναι ένας από όλους. Η εν Χριστώ σχέση τοποθετεί τα πράγματα σε μια κοινωνία προσώπων, κατ’ αναλογία της Αγίας Τριάδας. Ούτε ανταγωνισμοί, ούτε όμως και ισοπέδωση. 

 Ο άνθρωπος που έχει μπει στην Μαθητεία του Χριστού βλέπει τον πλησίον ως αδελφό. Ίσως έχει ελαττώματα, αδυναμίες, αγκάθια. Αλλά είναι ένα μοναδικό πρόσωπο για το οποίο ο Χριστός έγινε άνθρωπος, πέρασε από όλη την ανθρώπινη ζωή, για ένα και μόνο σκοπό. Να το αγιάσει και να ενωθεί μαζί του. 

 Interpersonal relations

We said in a previous note about the union of people in Christ. Here a question arises: Is the independence and personality of man lost? Man is created "in the image of God." His life purpose is union with God and with fellow human beings. The relationship of the people of the Holy Trinity gives a picture of the relationship that people are called to develop. God the Father exists with the Son and the Holy Spirit. People do not assimilate from each other. Nor is there conflict and competition between them. In a group of people, in a society, even in a relationship between two people, it is very common to see competition. There is a tendency, who will impress more, who will attract the attention of others, even with negative criticism, and who will take the lead in the relationship. On the other hand, in modern life we ​​see that society becomes impersonal. Like, in a factory or in the army. There, man has no name, he is one of all. The relationship in Christ places things in a society of persons, in proportion to the Holy Trinity. No competition, but no leveling.

 The man who has entered the Discipleship of Christ sees his neighbor as a brother. Maybe he has flaws, weaknesses, thorns. But he is a unique person for whom Christ became man, went through all human life, for a single purpose. To sanctify it and unite with it.

 . Events:

•  Cooking dates for Greek Festival are below, many hands are needed to prepare for the festival

   ·      Sat, Oct 3, 10am - finish – Chicken skewering

  ·      Thu, Oct 8, 10am - 5pm – Tzatziki; Onion, tomato chopping

  ·      Fri, Oct 9, 10am - finish – Set-up; Beans, Dressing

 Notices:

• ASTERAKIA DANCE GROUP

  We are excited to invite all our children, boys and girls, 5 – 14 years old to join the Asterakia Dance group, which means “Little Stars” in English!

  Come learn and enjoy the beautiful traditions of Greek dancing in a fun and welcoming environment. No experience is necessary for this free of charge event!

  When: Sundays, after Divine Liturgy at noon for about 30 minutes (Sunday school classroom) 

  Each Sunday’s social hour is chaired by Philoptochos

  A volunteer coordinates a given week’s plan. That means that regardless of experience, anyone can volunteer to provide a snack and be a host.  This is not limited to Philoptchos members or   even just to women!

  Sign up is  available on our website, under the Calendar tab.

  We understand that many parishioners are unable to host, however they want to connect, get involved and enjoy time together after worship. If you’re able, you can always bring something to share with our parish family and Sunday school children. Items picked up during grocery store sales (buy one, get one free) are always appreciated. Also, this is a great way to get non-perishable items to donate to the local food pantry!

  We welcome:

  Ø Baked goods or simple snacks (ready to serve)

  Ø Fruits (cleaned and ready to serve)

  Ø Homemade items (list ingredients to prevent allergy concerns)

       If you have any questions on what to bring or when, reach out to Kaliroi Parris at [email protected] or contact any of the Philoptochos ladies and they will be glad to help you!

   

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