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  Rita Latgis, Thomas Gross.

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, Cliff Demeritt .

A WORD FROM:

V. Rev Fr. Maximos Politis, HTGOC Parish Priest

(347) 500-8176 [email protected]

Bulletin Η Χάρη του Θεού. / God’s Grace

Η Κυριακή των Αγίων Πάντων θυμίζει σε όλους αυτό που μπορεί και θέλει να κάνει το Άγιο Πνεύμα στην ψυχή μας. Ζητούμε την Χάρη του Θεού και καλά κάνουμε. Οι Άγιοι είναι αστείρευτα δοχεία της Χάριτος. Βλέπετε, ένα δοχείο μπορεί να περιέχει την πιο θρεπτική τροφή, ή την πιο θεραπευτική ουσία. Το περιεχόμενό του τρέφει, δίνει ζωή, θεραπεύει. Αλλά κάποτε τελειώνει. Η Χάρη που δίνει ο Θεός είναι ατελεύτητη. Εκτός αν ο άνθρωπος καταστρέψει το δοχείο της ψυχής του.

Μελετώντας του βίους των Αγίων βλέπουμε ότι αυτοί δεν ανήκουν σε κάποια ξεχωριστή κατηγορία ανθρώπων. Στα Συναξάρια συναντούμε Αγίους πλούσιους, φτωχούς, μορφωμένους, αμόρφωτους με χαμηλή ή υψηλή παιδεία. Συναντούμε βασιλείς, στρατιώτες, τσομπάνους, μίμους δηλαδή ηθοποιούς, ακόμα και πόρνες. Όλα αυτά δεν αποτελούν εμπόδιο για το αγιαστικό έργο του Θεού. Ούτε και ο άνθρωπος μπορεί να επικαλεστεί ιδιαίτερες συνθήκες που τον εμποδίζουν να αγιάσει. Η Χάρη του Θεού βρίσκει τον άνθρωπο οπουδήποτε και αν αυτός βρίσκεται. Στο παλάτι ή στον σταύλο, όπως στην περίπτωση του Αγ. Ιωάννου του Ρώσου, ακόμα και στη φυλακή. Αρκεί ο άνθρωπος να θέλει να την δεχτεί, να ετοιμάζει την ψυχή του για την υποδοχή Της και να έχει διάθεση να ζήσει κατά τη φώτιση του Αγίου Πνεύματος. 

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All Saints' Sunday serves as a reminder of what the Holy Spirit can accomplish within our souls. We seek the Grace of God, and through it, we flourish. The Saints are unfailing vessels of Divine Grace. Consider a pot—it may hold the most nourishing food or the most healing remedy. Its contents sustain, revitalize, and restore. Yet, at times, they are depleted. The Grace granted by God, however, is inexhaustible—unless man himself shatters the vessel of his soul.

When we study the lives of the Saints, we see that they do not belong to a single category of people. In their stories, we encounter Saints who were rich or poor, educated or uneducated, of both high and low culture. We meet kings, soldiers, shepherds, and even mimes—actors—and prostitutes. None of these circumstances hinder God’s sanctifying work. Nor can anyone use their background or situation as an excuse for avoiding sanctification. The Grace of God reaches a person wherever they are—in a palace, in a stable, as seen in the life of St. John the Russian, or even in prison. What matters is the willingness to receive it, to prepare one's soul for its presence, and to embrace the desire to live under the enlightenment of the Holy Spirit.

  Events:

•  Thanksgiving Food Drive  Holy Trinity Philoptochos Ladies

  Help us bless families in need this Thanksgiving!

  We are collecting turkeys, stuffing, mashed potatoes, canned vegetables, cranberry jelly, macaroni and cheese, gravy, chicken broth, baking mixes, and other non-perishable Thanksgiving favorites.

  Donation Deadline: Friday, November 20, 2026

  Would you rather make a monetary donation?

  Your generosity will help us purchase food for those in need.

  CLICK HERE TO DONATE⁠

  Thank you for your kindness and generosity this Thanksgiving!

  Notices:

• 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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