Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church
Publish Date: 2024-10-27
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Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church

General Information

  • Phone:
  • (228) 388-6138
  • Street Address:

  • 255 Beauvoir Rd.

  • Biloxi, MS 39531


Contact Information




Services Schedule

Service schedule varies.  The current schedule can be found in the bulletin or parish website.

 


Past Bulletins


Father Paisius McGrath, Presbyter

Glory to Jesus Christ! Greetings to the faithful members and families of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. May the grace and strength of our Lord Jesus Christ continue to guide and lead us deeper in our Faith in Him!

This morning on the 7th Sunday of Saint Luke we encounter our Lord's healing ministry and the importance of faith and encountering Christ through His touch. In today's Gospel Reading from Saint Luke 8:41-56 we hear the healing miracle of the Woman with the issue of Blood and the Raising from the dead of the daughter of Jairius. In both we see the two important elements for both miracles are faith and the touch of our Lord. In both examples the Woman and Jairius and his wife had complete faith that the touch of Jesus Christ would answer their prayers for healing. We see here for ourselves how that faith and the touch of Jesus Christ are essential as well. Our complete faith the touch of Christ that we encounter through Holy Communion, Holy Confession, the Scriptures, our Theology , icons and blessings of all kind. All of this is necessary for our healing and spiritual growth, just as they were for healing and miracles in the Gospel story too! Let us draw closer to Jesus Christ through faith and experience His spiritual touch as we grow spiritually each day!
 
This weekend we celebrate two important and inspirational saints of our faith: Saint Demetrios the Myrrh Streamer of Thessaloniki (10/26) and Saints Nestor of Thessaloniki and Saint Kyriakos of Constantinople . Let us honor the memory of these saints lives of faithfulness and apply their examples of Faith in our own lives.
 
Today we also commemorate the 84th Anniversary of Greek OXI Day which is celebrated every year on October 28 on the occasion of the Feast of the Holy Protection of the Holy Theotokos. In our Greek Orthodox tradition those two have been celebrated together since the 1950's because of the many miracles of protection by the Holy Theotokos of the Greek Nation during World War 2 because this Feast of the Holy Protection of the Holy Theotokos is celebrated both on its original day of October 1 and October 28. May the Holy Theotokos continue her Protection of all Orthodox Christians throughout the world!
 
          Your Pastor;
           Father Paisius R McGrath 

 

  

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Hymns of the Day

Resurrectional Apolytikion in the 1st Tone

The stone had been secured with a seal by the Judeans, * and a guard of soldiers was watching Your immaculate body. * You rose on the third day, O Lord * and Savior, granting life unto the world. * For this reason were the powers of heaven crying out to You, O Life-giver: * Glory to Your resurrection, O Christ; * glory to Your eternal rule; * glory to Your dispensation, only One who loves mankind.

Apolytikion for the Church in the 1st Tone

Blessed are You, O Christ our God, who made fishermen all-wise, sending upon them the Holy Spirit and, through them, netting the world. O Loving One, glory to You.

Seasonal Kontakion in the 2nd Tone

O Protection of Christians that cannot be put to shame, mediation unto the creator most constant: O despise not the voices of those who have sinned; but be quick, O good one, to come unto our aid, who in faith cry unto thee: Hasten to intercession and speed thou to make supplication, O thou who dost ever protect, O Theotokos, them that honor thee.
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Gospel and Epistle Readings

Epistle Reading

Prokeimenon. 1st Tone. Psalm 32.22,1.
Let your mercy, O Lord, be upon us.
Verse: Rejoice in the Lord, O ye righteous.

The reading is from St. Paul's Second Letter to the Corinthians 9:6-11.

Brethren, he who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. Each one must do as he has made up his mind, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to provide you with every blessing in abundance, so that you may always have enough of everything and may provide in abundance for every good work. As it is written, "He scatters abroad, he gives to the poor; his righteousness endures for ever." He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will supply and multiply your resources and increase the harvest of your righteousness. You will be enriched in every way for great generosity, which through us will produce thanksgiving to God.


Gospel Reading

7th Sunday of Luke
The Reading is from Luke 8:41-56

At that time, there came to Jesus a man named Jairus, who was a ruler of the synagogue; and falling at Jesus' feet he besought him to come to his house, for he had an only daughter, about twelve years of age, and she was dying. As he went, the people pressed round him. And a woman who had had a flow of blood for twelve years and had spent all her living upon physicians and could not be healed by anyone, came up behind him, and touched the fringe of his garment; and immediately her flow of blood ceased. And Jesus said, "Who was it that touched me?" When all denied it, Peter and those who were with him said, "Master, the multitudes surround you and press upon you!" But Jesus said, "Some one touched me; for I perceive that power has gone forth from me." And when the woman saw that she was not hidden, she came trembling, and falling down before him declared in the presence of all the people why she had touched him, and how she had been immediately healed. And he said to her, "Daughter, your faith has made you well; go in peace." While he was still speaking, a man from the ruler's house came and said, "Your daughter is dead; do not trouble the Teacher any more." But Jesus on hearing this answered him, "Do not fear; only believe, and she shall be well." And when he came to the house, he permitted no one to enter with him, except Peter and John and James, and the father and mother of the child. And all were weeping and bewailing her; but he said, "Do not weep; for she is not dead but sleeping." And they laughed at him, knowing that she was dead. But taking her by the hand he called, saying, "Child, arise." And her spirit returned, and she got up at once; and he directed that something should be given her to eat. And her parents were amazed; but he charged them to tell no one what had happened.


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Wisdom of the Fathers

For in a contest there is much labor needed--and after the contest victory falls to some, to others disgrace. Is the palm ever given or the crown granted before the course is finished? ... Therefore no one can receive a reward, unless he has striven lawfully; nor is the victory a glorious one, unless the contest also has been toilsome.
St. Ambrose of Milan
Chapter 15, Three Books on the Duties of the Clergy, 4th century

He puts an end to the woman's fear ... He sets her right, in respect of her thinking to be hid ... He exhibits her faith to all, so as to provoke the rest also to emulation ...
St. John Chrysostom
Homily 31 on Matthew 9, 4th Century

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Saints and Feasts

October 27

Nestor the Martyr of Thessaloniki

As mentioned in the account concerning Saint Demetrius (October 26), this Saint contested during the reign of Maximian, in the year 290.


October 28

Holy Protection of the Theotokos

The Feast of the Protection commemorates the appearance of the most holy Theotokos in the Church of Blachernae in Constantinople in the tenth century, as recorded in the life of Saint Andrew the Fool for Christ's sake. While the multitudes of the faithful were gathered in church, Epiphanius, the friend of Saint Andrew, through the Saint's prayers, beheld the Virgin Mary above the faithful and spreading out her veil over them, signifying her unceasing protection of all Christians. Because of this we keep a yearly feast of gratitude, imploring our Lady never to cease sheltering us in her mighty prayers.

The Feast is celebrated on October 1. In the 1950s, the Church of Greece began to observe the Feast on October 28.


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Upcoming Services and Events

  • Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church Calendar

    October 27 to November 3, 2024

    Sunday, October 27

    Commemoration of Greek OXI Day

    Saint Nestor of Thessaloniki

    7th Sunday of Luke

    9:30AM Orthros

    10:00AM Divine Liturgy

    12:30PM Catechuman Class

    Monday, October 28

    Saint Job of Pochaev

    Anniversary of Ordination to Holy Priesthood of Father Paisius

    Holy Protection of the Theotokos

    Greek OXI Day

    9:30AM Orthros

    10:00AM Divine Liturgy

    5:30PM Holy Trinity Practical Orthodoxy Group Meeting

    Wednesday, October 30

    6:00PM Daily Vespers, Talk and Potluck Meal

    Saturday, November 2

    10:00AM Parish Council Nominee Training Seminar

    5:00PM Great Vespers

    6:00PM Byzantine Chant Class

    Sunday, November 3

    Daylight Savings Time Change

    5th Sunday of Luke

    9:30AM Orthros

    10:00AM Divine Liturgy

    11:30AM 40 Day Memorial Father Jim Karagas

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Announcements

ANNOUNCEMENTS

 
Today we offer our best wishes and congratulations to Garet Roux who was enrolled as Catechumen last Sunday and to Daniela and Patrick McNeil as they are enrolled as Catechumens this morning. May the Lord our God bless His servants Catechumens Garet, Daniela and Patrick as they take the next step in their journey of Faith and prepare to enter the Orthodox Church!
 
Greek OXI Day, October 28, is one of the most important dates in recent Greek history.  It is celebrated throughout Greece and even variuous parts of the world to remember the day the axis powers in WW II asked Greece to surrender or accept defeat.  The president of Greedce said OXI! or No!  He had other ideas and the fight was on.  See the bulletin insert for a complete explaination of OXI Day. 
 
Today we wish to announce that our Parish Practical Orthodoxy Group Meeting will be tomorrow evening at 5:30 pm at Woody's at 1894 Beach Blvd Biloxi. We encourage everyone to join us for an evening of good food, fellowship and learning together more about the practical aspects of our Orthodox Faith.
 
Today we are pleased to announce that our printed copies of the Parish November calendar are available in the Narthex and Side Entrance and also uploaded to our Parish website calendar. Please pickup your copy and join us as together we pray as a Parish Community.
 
Today we offer a reminder to everyone that next Sunday, November 3 is the time for the Daylight Savings Time Change. Please remember to turn your clocks back 1 hour.
 
Today we offer a reminder that on Sunday, November 10, Father Paisius R. McGrath will be serving at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church in Mobile Alabama. That weekend Father Timothy Yates will serve our services here of Great Vespers, Orthros and Divine Liturgy.
 
Today we are pleased to announce that our Parishioners Cassidy and Crystal Anderson will be going to Atlanta on November 9-10 to receive the Archangel Michael Awards as our Parish award winners for 2024. We congratule you and give thanks for your dedication on behalf of the Parish and pray that the Lord our God will bless you and grant to you many more blessed and happy years!
 
For anyone who is interested in learning more about our Byzantine Chant, we are having a Chanting class every Saturday at 5:00 pm. Please talk with our Chanter Angelos Vamvakas for further information.

We ask that everyone please note that when you light candles in the Narthex Sandbox to be careful not to put them to close to the edges and too close to the Icon Stands and Icon Vestments. Thanks in advance!

With Greek OXI Day coming up next Monday, October 28 on the Feast of the Protection of the Holy Theotokos, we will commemorate this both next Sunday, October 27 and Monday, October 28.

Printed copies of our Parish October service schedule are now available in the Narthex and Church Side Entrance. Please pick up your copy and join us in the worship of our Parish Community.  The schedule is also on the church website at www.holytrinitybiloxi.org

 UPCOMING PARISH ELECTIONS

We offer a reminder this morning that our Parish Council Elections will be held on Sunday, November 17 following Divine Liturgy. We will hold elections for the two openings on our Parish Council and our nominees are Cassidy Anderson,Shauna Angel and George Vaporis. Let us pray for them, our Parish Council Elections Committee and for all of us as we approach the time for our Parish Elections!

Please note anyone nominated for Parish Council Elections will be asked to attend several classes, beginning Sunday, October 20, with Father Paisius before the election to learn the duties and responsibilities of a Parish Council Member in our Greek Orthodox Archdiocese.

CATECHUMENS

We offer a reminder for our Catechumens that October 6 following Coffee Hour we will begin our new Catechumen class. Please join as we learn and develop our Faith and grow in our spiritual journey!

BIRTHDAYS

Today we extend our best wishes to our pastor Father Paisius as he celebrates his birthday today on October 27. May the Lord our God bless His servant, Father Paisius, and grant to him many more blessed and happy years!

ANNIVERSARIES

Today we extend our best wishes and congratulations to  our pastor Father Paisius as he celebrates his Anniversary of Ordination to the Holy Priesthood. May the Lord our God bless His servant, Father Paisius, and grant to him many blessed and happy years!

 
         PRAYERS FOR THE SICK AND RECOVERING

Pray for Father Paisius, Saidi Maalouf, Niki Arnold, Wilson Arnold, Karen Henderson, Photine Hagicostas, and Demetri Vlahos as they recover from their illnesses.  May the Lord our God quickly heal His servants.  Get well soon. Let us continue to pray for those of our Parish Community who are recovering in various ways. Let us always remember that praying for each other is important and beneficial to all!

Please let Father Paisius know of any parishioner who is sick so we may pray for them. 

ORTHODOX STEWARDSHIP

Orthodox Christian Stewardship is a way of life, which acknowledges accountability, reverence, and responsibility before God. A primary goal of Stewardship is to promote spiritual growth and strengthen faith. Becoming a Steward begins when we believe in God, to whom we give our love, loyalty and trust and act on those beliefs. As Stewards, we affirm that every aspect of our lives comes as a gift from Him. Stewardship calls on the faithful to cheerfully offer back to God a portion of the gifts with which they have been blessed.  See bulletin inserts for the 2024 Stewardship Pledge Form and a current list of parishioners who have pledged for this year.  

 

 

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Bulletin Inserts

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