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]

Ο καλύτερος δάσκαλος δεν είναι ο πιο ευχάριστος δάσκαλος

Διαβάζουμε την συνέντευξη ενός από τους πιο σημαντικούς ποδοσφαιριστές πριν από 20 χρόνια: “Έπαιζα στην δεύτερη κατηγορία της χώρας μου. Με ευχαριστούσε ο τρόπος που έπαιζα και βοήθησα την ομάδα μου να ανέβει κατηγορία. Και τότε συνάντησα τον νέο προπονητή. Ήταν σκληρός άνθρωπος και πολλές φορές με έδιωξε από την προπόνηση. Ήθελε να μου αλλάξει το στυλ του παιχνιδιού. Όσα όμως μου έμαθε στα 19 μου χρόνια χρησίμευσαν για το υπόλοιπο της καριέρας μου. Ο προπονητής αυτός είναι σήμερα ένας από τους καλύτερους φίλους μου στον αθλητισμό.”

Πόσο σημαντικά και μεστά λόγια! Αυτή είναι η πορεία του μαθητή που αγαπάει την πρόοδο. Η κατά Χριστόν ζωή είναι ένας αγώνας προς την πνευματική τελείωση. Και αυτός ο αγώνας γίνεται με την υπακοή μέσα στην Εκκλησία. Εάν αυτός ο αθλητής έμενε σε αυτά που ήξερε και καταλάβαινε, σίγουρα θα συνέχιζε να είναι ένας καλός παίκτης, δεν θα έφτανε όμως στο επίπεδο που τον οδήγησε ο προπονητής του.

Ο Αρχαίος φιλόσοφος Αριστοτέλης έλεγε: Της παιδείας αι μεν ρίζαι πικραί,οι δε καρποί γλυκείς! Και για την περίπτωσή μας: Ο καλός δάσκαλος δεν είναι πάντα ο ευχάριστος δάσκαλος.

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The best teacher is not the most pleasant teacher

We read the interview of one of the most important soccer players 20 years ago: "I was playing in the second division of my country. I was pleased with the way I played and I helped my team get promoted to the first division. And then I met the new coach. He was a tough person and many times he kicked me out of training. He wanted to change my playing style. But what he taught me at the age of 19, helped me for the rest of my career. This coach is now one of my best friends in sports."

How important and eloquent words! This is the course of the student who loves progress. Life in Christ is a struggle towards spiritual perfection. And this struggle takes place with obedience within the Church. If this athlete stuck to what he knew and understood, he would certainly continue to be a good player, but he would not reach the level that his coach led him to.

The ancient philosopher Aristotle said: The roots of education are bitter, but the fruits are sweet! And for our case: A good teacher is not always a pleasant teacher.

(soccer player: Deco, coach: Santos)

 . Events:

• First Day of Sunday School- 9/13/2026

• Kuntz-Baptism 9/19/2026
• 6-Month Memorial for Gerry Sarris 9/27/2026
•  Cooking dates for Greek Festival are below, many hands are needed to prepare for the festival

   ·       Fri, Sep 25, 1pm - 7pm – Pastitsio

  ·      Sat, Sep 26, 10am - finish – Pastitsio

  ·      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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