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HeraldSaint Sophia CathedralPageHERALDCELEBRATING 100 YEARSOF GREEK ORTHODOXYIN LOS ANGELESFebruary 2011I N S I D ET H I S I S S U EDean‘s Message 2President‘s Message 3Stewardship News 4Philoptohos News 9Philoptohos VIP News 10Philanthropia News 10Youth News 10Foundation News 11Hellenic Academy 12Sacraments 13Ministries List 14Orthodox Calendar 15Community News 16Due Date forMarch HeraldFriday, 11 FebruarySaint SophiaGreek OrthodoxCathedralV. Rev. Fr. John S. Bakas,DeanRev. Fr. Bill Tragus,Associate1324 S. Normandie AvenueLos Angeles, CA 90006Tel. 323-737-2424Fax. 323-737-7029www.stsophia.orgThe Presentation of our Lord

Page 2DEAN’S MESSAGEWe must be the ChurchHeraldMost of us may not realize that SaintSophia Cathedral, as well as allchurches in our archdiocese, regulatetheir policies, administrative activitiesand religious life under the Charter ofthe Archdiocese of America. Thischarter is also known as the UniformParish Regulations (UPRs). You canread the entire document on the Archdiocesewebsite: www.goarch.org. Inthe Charter or UPRs, the mission of theChurch is clear. It is stated in Article 2,as follows:“The mission of the Archdiocese is toproclaim the Gospel of Christ, to teachand spread the Orthodox Christianfaith, to energize, cultivate and guidethe life of the Church in the UnitedStates of America according to theOrthodox Christian faith and SacredTradition.”It seems clear cut and simple. But whopays attention to it? How manyparishes work at making it happen?Someone once said that manychurches are ―social clubs‖ that playat church and others are ―churchesthat also have social activities.‖ As weenter the new year of 2011, let‘s askourselves the all important question:Into which category does Saint Sophiafall? I hope you will pray that ourCathedral is first a church that also hasdynamic Christ-filled parishioners whoenjoy a variety of social and culturalactivities. The mission is clear. As Istand before God as a priest,especially when I hold in my hands theHoly of Holies in the form of Holy Communion,I first must be the Pastor of thechurch and Dean of the community,leading the people to salvation andto a personal living relationship withJesus Christ. Anything less tramplesupon the priesthood and all that issacred in our Holy Orthodox Church.This is why I am so committed togetting people involved in singingthe Divine Liturgy, participating in thesacramental life of the church, embracingone another in love andencouraging all to consciouslyunderstand what is going on in all ofour life-enhancing and life-givingservices. Nothing is more dreadfulthan a dead church with roboticpeople going thru the automaticmotions of religiosity. In our multireligioussociety, people havechoices as far as church isconcerned, and they register theirchoices with their feet.Parishioners either come andconnect with church or leave thechurch. And many have left us overthe years because they could neverconnect or be involved for a varietyof reasons. Let us address one of thereasons: ―the language barrier.‖ Fornearly 8 years now, on the first Sundayof each month, the Divine Liturgyhas been celebrated in English.Has this increased attendance?That is in God‘s hands. But at leastfor those who are there, the servicewill be universally understood. It is anattempt to reach out to be relevantto all. Language should not be abarrier in our relationship with JesusChrist. It ought to usher us into Hispresence, opening our hearts andminds to Him. The church cannot bejust a nostalgic guardian of the past.It must shine its light upon the futureas well. Whether we like it or not, thegrowth of our church in America willnot be made up of newly arrivedimmigrants. It will be generationsborn in America and will includemore converts and more interfaithmarriages. Just look at your ownfamily and ask yourself, where aremy adult children & grandchildren?Are they connected to church andfaith? And if not, why not? This ismy concern.When it comes to those who left us,the church simply must find themand fill their spiritual needs. Wemust find their spiritual hurt and healit; find their spiritual thirst andquench it. We all must play a rolein ministry and outreach, not justthe professional ordained clergy. Iwill work even harder to strengthenour Sunday School and the contentof all our programs. In the verynear future we will train adult religiouscatechists (religious educators)to tutor and mentor returningadults and prospective converts.Our Bible Study Program is open toall at 7:30pm Tuesday and Wednesdayevenings. We also offer Mondaymorning Women‘s Bible Studyat 10:30am and Men‘s Bible Studyat 12:30pm. Why not join one ofthese groups and bring a friend? Itis just one hour a week. As mosteveryone knows, every Sundaymorning before Liturgy, I conduct a―Studies in the Faith‖ discussion at9:15am in the Cathedral. Here isyet another opportunity to growspiritually. And there is much moreto do to make us a Christ-centeredfaith community. I pray you will getinvolved. I will be calling on youand asking for your help.Looking to the future, Saint SophiaCathedral must become a sanctuarythat embraces all people whowish to embrace Jesus Christ andHis Holy Orthodox Church. There istrue joy in belonging… and participating.“The harvest is truly plentiful,but the laborers are few. Thereforepray the Lord of the harvest tosend out laborers into His harvest.”Matthew 9:37-38. Please join theLord’s labor force right here in Hisvineyard at Saint Sophia Cathedral.“When you write or update your will, please remember Saint Sophia Cathedral. Your gift will live into eternity.”

Herald Page 3PRESIDENT’S MESSAGEIT IS ALL ABOUT YOU, AND IT IS ABOUT TIMEOur heart-felt appreciation to allStewards who have sent in theirpledge cards. If you have not yetdone so, please send us your pledgecard so we can plan our expenses forthe year 2011. Thank you in advancefor your generosity and support to ourStewardship Ministry.As we begin the New Year I would liketo take the opportunity to thank theentire Board of Directors for theirdiligent work and dedication to ourministry.This is going to be another excitingyear, full of challenges, opportunities,sacrifices, and the best of all, thecompletion of our new CULTURAL,EDUCATION, SPORTS AND PERFORMINGARTS CENTER - the future of ourCommunity.I am proud to formally introduce thisyear‘s Officers, Parish Council Membersand Associates, Ministry Leadersand Volunteers of our Cathedral:2011 Parish Council OfficersPanos A. Angels-AngeletopoulosPresidentLoula MoschonasVice PresidentStephanie Caiopoulos LubianRecording SecretaryKaren SaramesCorresponding SecretaryMichael KraiosCFO – TreasurerParish Council MembersDina Demetriou, Jeanine Hanna, ToulaKalatzis, Tom Martin, Sebastian Opffer,Alex Oxyzolou, Peter Pallas, DeanPeratsakis, Ted Pastras, Zafiris TsimahidesParish Council AssociateIrene FrankosStewardship Committee ChairS t e w a r d s h i p C o m m i t t e eJackie Callas, Joanna Callas, TinaCallas, Helene Dameris, VickieDeryiades, Helen Ellis, JeanineHanna, Stephanie CaiopoulosLubian, Loula Moschonas, AnnPappas, Aileen Preonas, MelinaWebster Pyle, Allison ShumanStavaridis, and Christina TasulisWelcoming CommitteeNiki Korbakis, Maria PelargosSunday Coffee HourFrances Karavidas, Ann Pappas,Tina Peterson, Georgia VasilaAltar Boys CoordinatorChris HalikakisSunday School CoordinatorEleni YokasAdditionally, I would like to thank allthe Sunday School Teachers, ourDance program parents, all theDance Directors and all the parentsand volunteers of our BasketballProgram.Congratulations to all DanceGroups for doing a splendid job attheir annual Glendi. It was adelightful evening of dancing,sharing cultural heritage, goodfood and wonderful company. Thisyear the event took place at SaintSteven‘s Serbian Cathedral. If thereis a will, there is a way.The annual Folk Dance Festival(FDF) will take place in Ontario thismonth. Please come and show yoursupport to our groups.We look forward to another fantasticyear. I share the excitement andconfidence that we, as a Parish, willmeet any challenges that arise andthat we will continue to grow andflourish. Thank you for your support.In His ServicePanos A. Angels-Angeletopoulos“Forwhereyourtreasureis, thereyourheart willbe also.”Matthew6:21

Page 4StewardshipThe Joy of Belonging through Christian StewardshipANNUAL STEWARDSHIP REPORT 2010HeraldOPERATING BUDGET: $1,600,000STEWARDSHIP FAMILIES: 742 or 57% of mailing listSTEWARDSHIP REVENUES: $820,059 or 51% of operating budgetWe sincerely thank all our Stewards for their devotedfinancial commitment to our Saint Sophia Ministry.Special thanks goes to my Stewardship Committee members, who have contributed to the progress and growth ofour Stewardship Program by offering their love, time and talent: Jackie Callas, Joanna Callas, Tina Callas, HeleneDameris, Vickie Deryiades, Helen Ellis, Jeanine Hanna, Stephanie Caiopoulos Lubian, Loula Moschonas, Ann Pappas,Aileen Preonas, Melina Webster Pyle, Allison Shuman Stavaridis, and Christina Tasulis.With love and appreciation,Irene Frankos2010 STEWARDS$50,000*Anonymous$24,000Anonymous$10,000 – 14,999*AnonymousCallas, Greg & JacquelynCozen, Glenn & DeborahGianopulos, James & AnnMarcus, Mr. & Mrs. George*Rallis, John & Mary LynnYallourakis, Drs. Stephen & Anna$9,000 – 9,999*Pappas, Mr. Alex H.$6,000 To $8999Dameris, Mr. & Mrs. PeterSoteropulos, Gust & Rita$5,000 To $5,999Anonymous*Ambatielos, Mr. and Mrs. EvangelosBoltinghouse, James & Debbie*Demetriou, Anthony A. & HelenDuncan, Jan W.*Kolokotrones, James A. & Carolyn*Kolovos, George P & Tina*Maniatakos, Ted & MariaMoschonas, Loula B. & James Edgerton*Papalexis, Bill & VergiePerdis, Mr. & Mrs. Napoleon*Preonas, George & AileenStathatos, Mr. & Mrs. DanStathatos, Savas J. & Helen*Stathes, Nick & SoniaVardalos, Nia & Ian GomezWebster, Dante & Jeanette$4,000 To $4,999AnonymousClute, Mr. and Mrs. PaulNikias, Dr. & Mrs. Chrysostomos*Patzakis, Michael & Susan*Zonos, Ted & Alexandra$3,000 To $3,999Bakas, Fr. John & Pres. MariaBartzokis, George & KellyCitro, Conrad & Ms. Cassandra Helis*Evangelatos, Dr. and Mrs. DennisFreshman, Gordon & Timi*George, Joseph*Harkiss, Dr. Sam*Kallins, James & VirginiaKitsos, Mr. and Mrs. PetrosKollias, Jim & Doris*Kyriacou, Gig & Kathleen*Lambros, Vasilios & HelenMartin, Thomas & AnnO'Regan, Charles & Melanie*Peterson, John S & PamelaPoulos, Rena*+Sakellaris, John S.Vasila, GeorgiaVournas, Harry C*Wardy, Mr. and Mrs. Jean Paul

Herald Page 5Theodore, Steve PVidalakis, John& Ms. Diane KochonesWarner, MichaelWatson, Irene PoulosWellington, ShelmadineYaitanes, Mr. & Mrs. Greg*Zaferis, Mr. & Mrs. James E.Zarocostas, PeterZinelis, Mr. and Mrs. PanagiotisStewardshipThe Joy of Belonging through Christian Stewardship$2,000 To $2,999$1,000 To $1,999AnonymousAnonymousAnonymousAnonymousAnonymousAnonymousAntholis, Kary & KarenAnonymousAronis, Dr. & Mrs. ConstantineAnonymous+Bonorris, George S.AnonymousAnonymousBornino, James A. & +BessieAchilles, AchillesBoukidis, Constantine & EugeniaAnanias, James & AngelaCallas, Steven & ChristineAnast, Ernest W. & JoanContois, Michael & AnnetteAnastassiou, Mr & Mrs Thomas PDialynas, Mr. & Mrs. Chris P.Andrews, George & Cleo*Doumakes, Robert M.Angels, Panos & BerthaFields, Ms. CorinnaArnall, James and January*Flokas, Mrs. Dino L.Aronis, Vas & Patricia*Gallanis, Mr. & Mrs. Andreas Auerbach, Art & Maria*Haidos, Alek & Christine Beers, Mr. & Mrs. GregoryHanna, Steve & Jeanine Boller, JeannetteHelm, Mr. & Mrs. Michael *Boltinghouse, HelenHolcomb, Mr. and Mrs. James Bornstein, Robert & RenaKapantzos, Mr. & Mrs. Cosmas Boudouvas, Mr. & Mrs. JohnKirages, John T & Demetra Bouras, Mr. and Mrs. Sotirios*Korbakis, John P & Niki Camaras, Tykye & ElaineKrantz, Mrs. Mary Ann*Caras, Chris Tom & GeorgiaLambros-Mccaslin, EleniCarvaines, Michael & SarahLapa, Donald J & DianeChester, Mr. & Mrs. JosephChristopoulos, Mr. & Mrs. GusManolopoulos, Mr & Mrs Peter H.Chrys, Mr. & Mrs. ChrysMellos, Mr. PeterColumbus, PeterMellos, Tony & DonnaCosfol, Peter & MarleneMiserlis, George & Charlotte*Daglas, Mr. & Mrs. ChrisMoore, Tom & AnnDalis, JohnO’Connor, Mrs. Fotine D.Dalkas, Mr. and Mrs. AnthonyOldknow, Mr. & Mrs. William Dembegiotes, PantelePapajohn, Alexander*Demetriou, James A & FayePappas, Angelo & AnnDemetriou, Mary-KayPappas, Gus J & KikiDemopoulos, Peter N & ViviRomm, Dr. and Mrs. John Deryiades, Mrs. VickieSettelmayer, Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Diaz, Ms. Robin A.Siafaris, George & Elina Dimantidis, Dr. Thomas G.Stasinos, John & Eleni Mavromati Dimitriadis, AndreDoumak, Mrs. JennieEdwards, Nickolas & PamelaFagan, Milton J. & BasiliaFenady, Andrew & MaryFenady, Katherine*Fettis, Peter & PatriciaFlatos, Mr. and Mrs. MitchellFlokas, DenaFossati, Stephen & YvonneFrankos, Kyriakos & IreneGeorgiou, Mr. NickolasGrafos, Thomas & TaniaGriggs, Benjamin & GhadaHalekakis, Mr. & Mrs. Steve*Halikis, Mrs. Rosalind F.Halekakis, Steve & RitsaHelm, Michael & SophiaHondas, AlidaJudge, JuliaKalban, Jeffrey & MariaKapogiannis, Sam & SophiaKapur, Teddy & TheaneKaragianis, Lou & PennyKaravedas, Ms. AngelaKaravas, Dan & EvangelineKiapos, Theodore J & AspasiaKirages, Daniel & KassandraKonugres, George & Maria ElenaKostos, VirginiaKoukis, Mr. and Mrs. PandelisKraios, Michael G.Kyriacos, Mr. and Mrs. TsircouLadicos,+PaulineLambros, Damian & MarcellaLedbetter, Mark & PhaedraLianos, Glenn & AntoniaLiappas, DemetriosLiappas, Demetrios & KatharineLigar, MaryMakowski, Mr. & Mrs. ThomasManders, Ms. ConstanceManiatakos, Ted Jr.Maniatis, MaryMarentes, Mr. James C.Markos, Mr. & Mrs. George P.Mckinney, HelenMihalas, Lawrence & SharonMoskos, Mrs. IlcaNamoulis, Ms. VidaNoyes, Brent A & VirginiaOlympios, Mr. & Mrs. StavrosPalomares, Tonifaye& Mark ChassmanPapadopoulos, AlekPappas, George & PatriciaPappas, John HPelargos, Emmanuel & MariaPerris, Nicholas & LelaPrappas, William & MichelePruett, Vernon & DianeRoussos, Theodosios & PaulaSehremelis, Mr. & Mrs. Andy*Selimos, James & Mary*Siafaris, Mr. & Mrs. HarrySideris, George & DianeSotos, Efthimios P. & ElaineStephanou, Stephen E & RitaSuchy, Raymond & GregoriaTarassis, Mr. & Mrs. Zafiro*Tasulis, Jr, Chris & HelenThanos, Terry & VanessaTheodoratos, Marisa, Azra, BenThimakis, StanleyThorsen, Mr. & Mrs. GeorgeTingus, MichaelToczek, Dr. Ariadne M.Toczek, Dr. MariaTragus, Fr. Bill & Pres. MiaTripodes, DeanTsimahides, Zafiris & HeleneVasilion, Peter & TinaVenetos, Paul & TinaWaldron, WilliamYortsos, Mr. YannisZaferis, Mrs. EugeniaZouras, Mr. & Mrs. Tashi$500 To $999AnonymousAnonymousAnonymousAnonymousAnonymousAnonymousAnonymousAnonymousAnonymousAnonymousAnonymousAnonymousAnonymousAnonymousAnonymousAnonymousAnonymousAnonymousAnonymous

Herald Page 7StewardshipThe Joy of Belonging through Christian Stewardship$500 To $999 (continued)Sogas, ConnieAlex, Mr. and Mrs. JamesSoulimiotis, Mrs. SophiaAlexiou, Mr. JohnAnastas, Louis & NicoleSpanos, Mr. GeorgeAnastasiou, ChristineSpears, Ted & CynthiaAndreadis, Ms. Irene*Spiropoulos, Jimmy & DoralyAthans, Mr. and Mrs. AlexSpizzirri, Mr. DeanAyers, Mr. and Mrs. ScottStamatiades, John L & DorotheaBalikos, George & JeanneStamos, Mr. and Mrs. AndyBalikos, Stephanie M.Stavaridis, Chris & Ms. Allison ShumanBarsoum, GigiStefanidis, Dr. NickolaosBeswick, Mr. RobertStevens, Mr. RobertBillis, Mr. StephenStokes, Ms. PennyBougioukos, MariaStumpus, Arthur & JudyBrotsis, Ms. Barbara VeraStumpus, ElizabethChames, Anastasia DoovasTassop, Mary M.Chapralis, Andrew G. & MargoTetradis, Mr. and Mrs. SotirosChapralis, TulaThemelis, Anastasios & JennieChester, Joseph & MaryThomas, KristinChristy, Mr. & Mrs. Nick D.Thomas, Ms. Tatum AnnColumbis, Paul & AndreaTravassaros, FrancesCooper, GretaTreantafelles, Mrs. NicholasCoroneus, Mrs. ThaliaTsoutsas, TinaCostalupes, Kim P.Varentges, George & HelenDaniel, HelenVeselic, Kevin & PattyDaskalos, Chris G.Vourakis, Mr. and Mrs. MichaelDemetriou, Andrew J & EvelynWard, Mr. ThomasDiorio, CarlWebster, John P & JenniferDonovan, Mr. and Mrs. JamesWellington, Mr. IsaiahDumas, Mr. & Mrs. VanWellington, Mr. JoshuaFranco, AthenaXilas, SophieGeorge, GregoryYeotis, Ms. GinaGeorgopoulos, JamesZachario, Bill & HelenGiannakis, Mr. Theodore &Zagorianos, KathleenKoliussi, Ms. LucyZagorianos, MarshaGiannoulis, Chris & MaryZaharopoulos, KonstadinosZanetos, Dean & AlisonZanetos, John & RachelZarras, PeterOTHERAnonymousAnonymousAnonymousAnonymousAnonymousAnonymousAles, Mrs. Dorothea D.Gillespie, MargaretHalekakis, Mr. ChristoHamwey, Mrs. KatherineHronis, Ms. SoteriaHutchings, PamelaKappos, BarbaraKaradenes, MarkKatsoulis, JohnKazandjian, JeanetteKitchens, ChristopherKlima, Laszlo & JeanineKoch, VassoKodomichalos, Velios & CeliaKokkinides, MorfiKotichas, Mrs. FrankKoufoudakis, EvridikiKoukos, Aristides & ParaskeviKountakis, Ms. EugeniaKoury, Mr. SamKremer, Max & TriciaLaros, TimothyLellios, Ms. Fay EfrosiniLinardos, RoseLoisides, Michael & AndroulaLoukaris, MersyLucas, Ben and AmieManikas, Mr. MichaelManiskas, AnastasiaManolelis, NicholasMargetis, Ms. SophiaMarkos, AlexandriaMarkos, HarryMars, NickMastor, AndrianaMavros, Alexander & EvangelineMelko, Mrs. EugeniaMetzidis, Mrs. EftihiaMorris, Bessie P.Mouzas, Ms. AlexandraNicolaidis, Aliki WislerNicolaidis, NicolasNikos, TheodoraO'Donnell, Jim & TriciaPalomares, Sophia DagresPanayi, George & RenaPanayi, HelenPanopoulos, Mr. John F. GregoryPapadopoulos, A & T. RockPapangellin, Mr. DanielPapayianis, ZoePappas, James Gregory & LeilaPappas, John T & BessParker, Anastasia-JeanPatsaoura, SevastiPaziouros, PetroulaPeters, ElpidaPetros, John & MargoPieptea, Mr. RaduPieptea, Ms. LauraPolitis, Nicholas & BessieRodinos, Evangelos & KatherineRoyce, Mr. NicholasRusssos, EmanuelSchartz, Peter & VartaSinanis, Mrs. VirginiaSirakides, Leo N.Skouras, Ms. EstelleSpence, Michael & HelenSpirus, Kosta & DorothySpyrou, Ms. HelenSyrengelas, Mr. and Mrs. MichaelSzekely, Gabriel & FlorinaTassop, Mr. and Mrs. GusTopetzes, JoannaVarentges, KalliVazelakis, Mr. DimitriVeracka, VirginiaVeys, Pandelly D. & SoniaVourakis, Mr. and Mrs. AkiWoloschinowisch, MaryYeotis, GinaZagorianos, Sam & BerthaZouras, Mrs. Beatrice* life member & active stewardPlease forgive us if we haveomitted your name in error.

Page 8StewardshipThe Joy of Belonging through Christian StewardshipLIFE MEMBERSHIP ENDOWMENT FUNDHeraldIn the early 1980s, our Parish Council introduced a novel idea in an economic environment when interestrates were 8-10%. If people would make a single gift of $10,000 to the Cathedral, they would become LifeMembers, and the interest of $800 to $1,000 from that gift would be counted as yearly membership.Those were the days when the word ‗stewardship‘ was not yet used and defined, as it is today. Of coursethe high interest rates and dividends of the early 80s are a nostalgic memory.Today, the Life Membership Fund has become the Endowment Fund to support our Ministry whenemergencies may arise. Thank God we have it, especially this year, as we are challenged with a $400,000deficit due to the loss of the Parish Hall rentals and Festival revenues.The Endowment Fund is still viable, and periodically parishioners become Life Members and add to theprincipal or corpus of the Fund, which is conservatively invested and growing. Life Members areprominently recognized on our ―Walk of the Blessing Hand‖ Donor Wall.In addition to their one time gift, most Life Members have been generous yearly stewardship participantsas well. We are deeply grateful to them and pray for the participation of all Life Members, as theStewardship Program is the life-blood of our Saint Sophia Ministry.LIFE MEMBERS+Dr. Lee & Aphie AkopiantzMr. & Mrs. Evangelos AmbatielosMr. & +Mrs. Nicholas G. AnaniasDr. & Mrs. Constantine AronisMr. & Mrs. Nicholas Bissias+Mr. & Mrs. Joseph BoltinghouseGeorgia K. & Chris T. CarasMr. & Mrs. Chris W. CarasMr. Chris W. Caras, Jr.+Mr. & Mrs. George CarasMr. & Mrs. George ChacopoulosMr. & Mrs. Chris DaglasHarry & Athena DaglasJohn & +Anne Antonia DalisMr. & Mrs. Archie DefteriosMr. & Mrs. Anthony A. DemetriouDr. & Mrs. James A. DemetriouMrs. Alexander J. Doumak+Mr. & Mrs. John DoumakesMr. & +Mrs. Robert M. DoumakesMr. & Mrs. Andrew EvangelatosMs. Cathy EvangelatosDr. Dennis Evangelatos+Dr. & Mrs. William Evangelatos+Mr. George FarmasonisMr. & Mrs. Peter Fettis+Mr. & Mrs. Dino Flokas L.Mr. & Mrs. Andreas Gallanis+Mr. George GeorgeMr. Joseph George+Mr. & Mrs. George Gialketsis+Mrs. Ann GoucherMr. & Mrs. Alek HaidosMr. Peter Haidos+Dr. & Mrs. Michael N. HalikisMr. & Mrs. Tom HanksDr. Sam HarkissThe Hellenic Society of Constantinople+ Mr. & + Mrs. Robert HoganMr. & Mrs. Chris J. JuliasDr. Alex W. KalionzesDr. & Mrs. James Kallins+Mr. & +Mrs. Ted Kamas+ Mr. Paul Karres+ Mr. & Mrs. George KastasMr. & Mrs. Evans Kitsigiannis+Lt. Col. Wm. L. & Katherine KokenesMs. Joyce KokkinidesMr. & Mrs. James KolokotronesMr. & Mrs. George KolovosDr. & Mrs. John P. KorbakisMr. Christ KrantzMrs. Mary Lou KrantzMr. & Mrs. Gig KyriacouDr. & Mrs. Vasilios Lambros+Mr. & Mrs. Joseph LyonsMr. & Mrs. Ted ManiatakosDr. & Mrs. Anthony A. Mastor+Dr. & Mrs. Frank G. Nicholas+ Mrs. Helen Nicholas& Stella Nicholas MorrisMr. & Mrs. Nick A. NicholsMr. & Mrs. Bill A. PapalexisMr. & Mrs. John T. PappasMr. Alex PappasHarry & Agopie Pappas+Mr. & Mrs. Gregory ParkosMr. & Mrs. John PetersonDr. & Mrs. Michael PatzakisMs. Goldie Peratis+ Mr. & Mrs. Paul Peratis+ Mr. & Mrs. Spiros G. PontyMr. & Mrs. George PreonasMr. & Mrs. John RallisMr. & +Mrs. Angelo Revels+Mr. & + Mrs. John S. SakellarisDr. & Mrs. James G. SelimosMr. & Mrs. Harry G. SiafarisSoudenioton Omonoia SocietyJimmy & Doraly SpiropoulosMr. & Mrs. Nick StathesTom & Helen Stratos+ Dr. & Mrs. Chris T. Tasulis, Jr.Ms. Theoni Trangas+ Dr. & +Mrs. S. James Vamvas+ Andrew VasilaMr. & Mrs. Jean-Paul Wardy+ Mr. & Mrs. Ernest J. ZaferisMr. & Mrs. James E. ZaferisMr. & Mrs. Ted G. Zonosof blessed memory

Herald Page 9Dear Philoptohos Ladies,Sunday, January 16th was a magical night for the 23Debutantes of our Saint Sophia Cathedral. TheBeverly Wilshire Ballroom has never looked so fantasticor so very crowded. Our elegant and veryaccomplished 23 young ladies were presented—making their curtsy in front of their fathers. It was asight to behold. The fathers looked at them with pride,deep love and admiration. It was a very emotionaland wondrous moment in the life of all these lovelyand inspiring young girls.The Debutante Ball is really a ―Daddy‘s night‖.PHILOPTOHOS NEWSThefathers couldn‘t believe that their darling little girls ofyesterday were the gorgeous young women of tonight.My congratulations and fondest love to all, especiallyto their gorgeous young mothers who worked so hardin the background to insure that the girls lookedperfect.What kind of praise can one give to the awe-inspiringchairman, her outstanding Ball Committee and thePhiloptohos women who have worked so endlessly andhappily for this event?All these ladies are workingmothers and wives, and they amaze us every singletime with the energy they have left over, offering theirgreat talents with kind hearts to the endeavours ofPhiloptohos. The committee includes: Katrina Beers,Jeanine Dalis Klima, Bessie Politis, Mary Kezios, GeorgiaKezios, Maria Psara, Marianna Politis, Judie Christopoulos,Patricia Mentas, Mary Ann Mallis, Bess Pappas, RitaStephanou, Scarlett Billis, Mary Galanis, Olga Jordan,Angela Karavedas, Sophie Mastor and myself, DinaOldknow.Special mention to Tanya Grafos and ZoeVidalakis for their great talents in producing the mostgraceful and beautiful dance for the debs.Weexpress our deepest thanks for a Ball that will remain inour hearts forever.February is the month when we hold nominations forthe ―Mother of the Year‖. If there is anyone you wouldlike to nominate, please call Lola Galketsis (323) 465-9664 before Monday, February 7th.Remember to pay your 2011 membership dues. Ournext General Assembly meeting will be held in theFellowship Tent on February 17 th at 10:30 a.m. Pleasecome to learn about all of our plans for this year.PHILOPTOHOS OUTREACHPhiloptohos has been helping a very large number ofpeople since January. Many people in our owncommunity are struggling through the economicdownturn and with personal issues. We have beenhelping those who are close to losing their homes, theirapartments and their jobs. Meanwhile, families arestruggling to put food on the table and buy clothes andschool supplies, for their children. Additionally, Philoptohoscontinues to help those with medical bills, funeralexpenses for the poor and still support our own church.The costs are tremendous every month.We feel that many people in our community would liketo help those in need, even though they may not be inPhiloptohos. Therefore, we are giving you the opportunityto ‗help others‘.We give families grocery cards, store cards for clothingand gasoline debit cards to help people get to the jobsthey have. If you would like to donate toward thepurchase of one or more cards, please mail yourdonation to the church office, with PHILOPTOHOS OUT-REACH on the memo line. Please include how manycards of $20 each, you would like us to purchase. Wewould be very grateful. If you prefer to purchase/donate the gift cards yourself, below is a list of storeswith whom we are currently working:FOOD: RALPHS/FOOD 4 LESS, VON‘S, ALBERTSONS &TRADER JOESCLOTHING: TARGET, WAL-MART, K-MARTPHARMACIES: CVS, WALGREENSGASOLINE STATIONS: ANY COMPANYA minimum donation of $20 would help people morethan you can imagine. You may remain anonymous ifyou prefer. This is strictly voluntary on your behalf.With the holidays approaching, we know many familieswill struggle to have a nice holiday dinner or to buyChristmas presents for their children. Philoptohos alsokeeps track of many elderly people who are alone andneed a helping hand at this time of the year. Yourdonation could bring real happiness to someone rightnow.Please send your monetary or gift card donation to thecathedral, attention: Philoptohos.Our deepest appreciation for any donation.With love in His service,Dina Skouras OldknowTHANK YOU!! Saint Sophia Philoptohos

Page 10PHILOPTOHOS VIP NEWSHeraldOur first event of the New Year, Prizes and Surprises, gaveus the opportunity to get accustomed to using thetemporary Fellowship Tent for an afternoon of fun andfellowship. A big ―thank you‖ to our chair Stella Morris andco-chair Irene Mitropetros for a well planned event andto everyone who came and supported us and made ourparty special.Thursday February 24th Experience an exciting trip tothe “Gene Autry Museum of the American West” at GriffithPark. We will depart Saint Sophia in front of the chapel9:30 a.m., returning about 3 p.m. Please be on time.Donation is $30 per person, which includes bus transportation,museum entry and lunch at the Wilson HardingCountry Club. Choice of Lunch: Cobb Salad, Club Sandwich,or Cheeseburger with Fries. Choice of Drinks:Lemonade, Ice Tea or Coffee. Dessert: Ice creamFor reservations please call Mary Kezios 562-923-7110 orFaye Demetriou at 818-981-6088. Paid reservations arerequired. Please address your check to: Philoptohos VIP,and indicate on the check your choice of lunch. Pleasemail your check to: Mary Kezios, 10409 Casanes Avenue,Downey, CA 90241RECEPTACLES HAVE ARRIVED: Two new receptacles,one for ―used clothing‖ and one for ―cannedgoods‖, are now available for your donations. Theyare located in the general area of the chapel, sideby side.We thank you for your patience during our searchfor these receptacles… now you can start an early―Spring Cleaning!‖Contacts for Youth ProgramsALTAR BOYSFr. Bill Tragusfrbill@stsophia.orgBASKETBALLPaul Coopermrpaul599@sbcglobal.netCAMP AXIOSSeptember Suchersbds@cox.netCAMP ZOEPresvytera Mia Traguspresmia@yahoo.comGOYAFr. Bill Tragusfrbill@stsophia.orgMary Sarantesmarysarantes@gmail.comKathara Deftera – Monday, March 7thPHILANTHROPIA NEWSGREEK DANCEBarbara KapposBkappos@aol.comHELLENIC ACADEMYHelen Dumas, DirectorSpeakgreeknow@aol.comRITE OF COMMITMENTHelen LambrosHLambros@aol.comSAINT SOPHIA CAMPMelanie O‘Reganmell0n@aol.comsaintsophiacamp.orgSUNDAY SCHOOLEleni Yokaseyokas@college.usc.eduOn this first day of Lent, refreshments will be served inthe Fellowship Tent, following church services.Seven Day Mexican Riviera Princess Cruise – March 19thThere is still time to join the VIP‘s of Philoptohos for abeautiful and fun-loving 7-day Princess Cruise, departingfrom San Pedro and sailing roundtrip, to PuertoVallarta, Mazatlan and Cabo San Lucas. The followingprices apply, PER PERSON, based on double occupancyand include port taxes and government fees: InsideCabin $750.52, Ocean View $800.52, Ocean View withbalcony $950.52, Mini-Suite with Balcony $1150.52. Tomake a deposit and reserve your space, please callCatherine Erwin at 818-783-4811.Hope to see you at our events.In His ServiceVivi Demopoulos, VIP PresidentANNUAL APPEAL: Our annual appeal letter wasmailed over three weeks ago and your generousdonations continue to arrive on a daily basis. Wethank you with sincere appreciation for yourgenerosity, which enables us to help several needyfamilies and individuals throughout the year. GodBless you for your love and support.Father PeterYOUTH NEWSFEBRUARYSaturday 19-20 FDF SundaySunday 20 No Sunday School ClassesSaturday 26 GOYA BasketballSunday 27 GOYA BasketballMARCHSaturday 5-6Saturday 12Sunday 13Saturday 26Sunday 27Calendar of eventsLenten RetreatGOYA BasketballSunday of OrthodoxyGOYA BasketballGOYA Basketball

Herald Page 11Dear Parishioners,Saint Sophia FoundationI wish to express my deep appreciation to all of you for once again contributing to our Cash forChristmas Raffle. You did a great job! Even in these difficult economic times we were able to raiseenough money for the prizes and cover most of the insurance premium for the Cathedral. Our 2nd prizewinner, Joyce Kokkinides, very graciously gave her $10,000 prize money back to the church to be puttoward her Life Membership. Maria & Ted Maniatakos also returned their $500 prize money to the church.Cash for Christmas 2010 ResultsA TRIBUTE TO ANGELO PAPPAS WHO CHAIRED OUR RAFFLE FOR 30 YEARSThe ―Cash for Christmas‖ Committee thanks all of you for your very kind support for our Cathedral.Timi Loomos Freshman-Chairperson, Harry Vournas, Panos Angels, Nick Bissias, Tina Callas, Chris Daglas,John Dalis, Jim Demetriou, Tony Demetriou, Irene Frankos, Andy Gallanis, Alek Haidos, Chris Julias, JimKaratsiskis, Joyce Kokkinides, Gig Kyriacou, Ilca Moskos, Bill Papalexis, Ann Pappas, Susan Patzakis, ChrisPelonis, George Preonas, Harry Siafaris, John Stamatiades Parish Council, Clergy and Leonard HartIn His Service,Grand Prize Winner – John Fovos $25,0002 nd Prize Winner – Joyce Kokkinides $10,0003 rd Prize Winner – Kathy and Chris Julias $5,0004 th Prize Winner – Aphie Akopiantz $1,0005 th Prize Winner – Mia Makris $1,0006 th Prize Winner – Lannie Julias $1,0007 th Prize Winner – John Stamatiades $1,0008 th Prize Winner – Victor‘s Market Co. $1,0009 th Prize Winner – Sophia Whiddon $1,00010 th Prize Winner – Kathy and Chris Julias $1,00011 th Prize Winner – Mary and Andy Gallanis $1,00012 th Prize Winner – Mariana Papdopoulos $50013 th Prize Winner – Maria and Ted Maniatakos $50014 th Prize Winner – Milton Pappas $50015 th Prize Winner – Demetrios Zaferis $500No. of Tickets Sold 1121Cash Total $112,100Prize Money Paid Out ($50,000)Cash Balance $62,100Prize Money donated from Joyce Kokkinides $10,000Prize Money donated from Ted & Maria Maniatakos $500Revised Cash Balance $72,600Expenses: Printing and Small Tent Rental ($1,057)Net Profit $71,543Timi Loomos Freshman, 2010 Cash for Christmas Chair

Page 12Saint Sophia Hellenic AcademyHeraldHELLENIC ACADEMY ADMINISTRATORSHELEN DUMAS, DIRECTOREmail: speakgreeknow@aol.comPhone: 310-800-6338SARA PALASKAS, ASST DIRECTOREmail: spalaska@gmail.comWelcome to our Saint Sophia HellenicAcademy. Classes began on Saturday,September 18. The Academy‘s mission is toteach children the Greek language, culture,heritage, customs, traditions and religion in thecontext of the Greek Orthodox faith.CURRICULUMThe Academy‘s curriculum is designed for 10academic classes preferably for 8 to 10students per class, and children are groupedaccording to age and level of Greek. Wewelcome children from the age of 3 and up.PRE-SCHOOL: 9:30—11:30amStudents learn through music, arts & crafts,poems, prayers and games.KINDERGARTEN & FIRST GRADE: 9:30—11:30amStudents are introduced to the Greekalphabet, simple reading, and grammar.HIGHER GRADES: 9:00—11:30amAs students progress, they learn to read andwrite in Greek, and also learn about Greekhistory, mythology, literature, religion,geography, culture and traditions.ADULT CLASSES: 11:45am-1:30pmClasses are specifically designed for adults.The most important addition to our curriculumlast year was a course preparing students inadvanced classes for the yearly examinations.Candidates are prepared on any of four levelsof linguistic proficiency. The Certificate ofAttainment in Greek, issued by the GreekMinistry of National Education and Religion isearned by those who pass.Become an active Steward at Saint Sophia – join a Ministry !!Altar Service Festival Parish CouncilBasketball Foundation PhilanthropiaBookstore/Gift ShopGOYA, JR.GOYAPhiloptohos SocietyBible StudiesGreek Folk Dancing Philoptohos VIPBLQHellenic AcademyStewardship ProgramCamp ZoeHospitality - Coffee Hour Summer CampChildcareHospitality – Welcome - GolfChoir Mr. & Mrs. Club - TennisDocentsEaster PicnicNarthex ServiceSunday School ProgramParenting Support18-30 Fellowship

Herald Page 13WEDDINGSFEBRUARY SACRAMENTSBIRTHDAYSANNIVERSARIESAt time of publication,there were no weddings scheduled for February.BAPTISMSFebruary 5 Alec SalatinFebruary 19 Anastacia PucilloAlex, JamesAnton, CleoBillis, ScarlettBougeokles, GeorgeBrotsis, BarbaraDemepoulos, StephenDemetriou, Mary-KayEdwards, NickolasAndrews, George & CleoAviles, Hugo & IreneCallas, Steven & ChristineCokas, Nicholas & AnastasiaDemetriou, Andrew J & EvelynDonovan, James & MarieMEMORIALSFebruary 6George ChagaresTheo ChagaresGus MarentesMarie MarentesPanagiotitsa MarentesDemetrios MarentesElizabeth BunchWalton BunchFotini BayzJames BayzTommy BayzGus BayzBill BayzHarry BayzConstantinos ReveliotisPanagiotis TragusAngeliki TragusBessie RevelsJames PerparasAspacia PerparasSylvia SoulisPeter ArvanAlexandros MearesEvangelia MearesMichael MearesFebruary 20John MetzidisArtemios MetzidisGeorge PanayiEPISTLEREADERSFebruary 6Dinah WellingtonFebruary 13Vickie DeryiadesFebruary 20Estelle SkourasFebruary 27Helene BallasushersFebruary 6Niki KorbakisMaria PelargosFebruary 13Alexandra GuirguisDinah WellingtonShelmadine WellingtonFebruary 20Electra KoutsoukosGene ChronopoulosFebruary 27Alexandra GeorgiouChristina GeorgiouRosemary GeorgiouEgar, AngelaFettis, Peter & PatriciaEvangelatos, Pauline Gallanis, Pete & DanicaFettis, PeterLianos, Glenn & AntoniaFondas, MaryLubian, Daniel & StephanieJames, NicholasJessop, LelandManiatakos, Ted & MariaKollias, ChristinaPappas, Angelo & AnnKouros, IreneStathes, Nick & SoniaKoustas, PeterLoukaris, MersyManiatakos, TedMoore, AnnNaoumovitch, TheodoraOldknow, Constantina (Dina)Pappatheodorou, SofiaPeroulias, ConstantinePetrunick, GinaRussos, EmmanuelSarames, KarenSarantes, MariaSarantopoulos, MichaelSerfas, JeanTsimahides, Helene LiatsosVarentges, GeorgeWilson, DespinaWojtyla, BeaZagorianos, MarshaZonos, GeorgePlease note…If your birthday or anniversary is not listed in the monthlyHerald newsletter and you would like it to be listed,please e-mail Stephanie at secretary@stsophia.org

Saint Sophia Greek Orthodox CathedralVery Reverend Father John S. Bakas, DeanJim Kollias, Choir DirectorChristopher Yokas, OrganistBOARD OF TRUSTEESExecutive OfficersAngelo L. Pappas, President.Andrew Evangelatos, Vice PresidentDr.. James A. Demetriou, Vice President & C.F.O.Constantine Boukidis, SecretaryTina Callas, TreasurerMembersV. Rev. Fr. John S. Bakas Panos A. AngelsNicholas BissiasTimi Loomos FreshmanGig Kyriacou Alek Haidos William H. OldknowJohn T. PappasGeorge PreonasHarry C. Vournas, Trustee EmeritusPeter C. Latsis, HonoraryPresidential AppointmentsAnthony A. Demetriou, Presidential AssistantSteve Hanna, Presidential AssistantJohn G. Marakas III, Sr. V. P. of Wells Fargo,Advisor to the BoardPHILOPTOHOS SOCIETYExecutive OfficersDina Skouras Oldknow, PresidentMarianna Politis, 1st Vice PresidentDr. Maria T. Toczek, 2nd Vice PresidentDorothea Ales, Recording SecretaryVirginia Noyes, Corresponding SecretaryLola Gialketsis, Asst. Corresponding SecretaryScarlett Billis, TreasurerMary Gallanis, Assistant TreasurerConnie Cooper, AdvisorHonorary Life MembersJennie Doumak Christine PeratisMembersHelene Ballas Frances Bissias Judith ChristopoulosPauline Evangelatos Olga Jordan A. Electra KoutsoukosTricia Kremer Constance MandersDiane Pruett Sonia StathesOFFICE STAFFSophie MastorRita StephanouChristina Ajalat, Office ManagerSuzanne Gilreath, AccountingAnn Pappas, Facilities CoordinatorLeonard HartCUSTODIAL STAFFMiguel RosalesReverend Father Bill Tragus, AssistantMenelaos Trigonis, ProtopsaltisALTAR BOYSRev. Father Bill TragusChris HalekakisBASKETBALLChris Markos & Paul CooperBIBLE STUDYRev. Father John BakasRev. Father Bill TragusBOOK STOREWilliam StriglosCAMP AXIOSAndrea BoergerCAMP ZOERev. Father Bill TragusCHURCH SCHOOLEleni YokasCHOIRJim KolliasCOFFEE HOURAnn Pappas & Georgia VasilaDANCE GROUPSBarbara KapposDOCENTSMrs. Faye DemetriouEASTER PICNICJohn T. Pappas Ted PappasDean TreantafellesTony DresJames Karatsikis, SextonPARISH COUNCILExecutive OfficersPanos A. Angels, PresidentLoula B. Moschonas, Vice PresidentStephanie Caiopoulos Lubian, Recording SecretaryKaren Sarames, Corresponding SecretaryMichael Kraios, Chief Financial Officer/TreasurerMembersDina Demetrius Jeanine Hanna Toula KalatzisTom Martin Alex Oxyzolou Sebastian OpfferPeter Pallas Ted PastrasZafiris (Zaf) TsimahidesAssociatesOTHER MINISTRIESDean PeratsakisIrene Frankos, Stewardship ChairpersonAuditing CommitteeTom MooreAnthony DemetriouG.O.Y.A.Rev. Father Bill TragusMary SarantesHELLENIC ACADEMYHelen Dumas, DirectorSara Palaskas, Asst DirectorJoanna Papachristou,Parent RepresentativeHOSPITALITYNiki KorbakisMaria PelargosL.A. GREEK FESTTed & Jan PastrasMR. & MRS. CLUBDean & Christine PeratsakisPARENTINGNick StefanidisBarbara KapposPHILANTHROPIARev. Father Peter LambertPHILOPTOHOS V.I.P.Vivi Demopoulos, PresidentSAINT SOPHIA CAMPMelanie O‘ReganKathleen KyriacouVicki KadesYOUTHRev. Father Bill Tragus

Herald Page 15FEBRUARY 2011Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat7:30pm BibleStudy with Fr.John1Presentation ofOur Lord8:30am Orthros9:30am DivineLiturgy23 4 5Hellenic Academy9am, 9:30 am, &11:45am68am Orthros9:15am Studies in theFaith9:45am Memorials10am Divine Liturgy710:30/12:30 BibleStudy w/Fr. John7:30pm BibleStudy with Fr.John897:30 pm BibleStudy with Fr. Bill10:00am PhiloptohosVIP BoardMeeting10 11 12Hellenic Academy9am, 9:30 am, &11:45am13Triodion Begins(1-Publican & thePharisee)8am Orthros9:15am Studies in theFaith9:45am Memorials10am Divine Liturgy1410:30/12:30 BibleStudy w/Fr. John7:30pm BibleStudy with Fr.John15167:30 pm BibleStudy with Fr. Bill17 18 19Hellenic Academy9am, 9:30 am, &11:45am20(2-Prodigal Son)8am Orthros9:15am Studies in theFaith9:45am Memorials10am Divine Liturgy27(3-Judgement)Meatfare Sunday8am Orthros9:15am Studies in theFaith9:45am Memorials2110:30/12:30 BibleStudy w/Fr. John28CheesfareMonday10:30/12:30 BibleStudy w/Fr. John227:30pm BibleStudy with Fr.John237:30 pm BibleStudy with Fr. Bill24 25 26Saturday of theSoulsHellenic Academy9am, 9:30 am, &11:45amHellenic Academy9am, 9:30 am, &11:45amStrict Fast Fish Allowed Wine and OilAllowedDairy, Eggs,and FishAllowedFast Free

Page 16HeraldCOMMUNITY NEWSGreek Obituary Service is now availablefor Saint Sophia CathedralWe are working with a service called Greek Obituary.This service will add a valuable optional service forCathedral members and friends. Too often when aloved one passes, we may not have an easy andstraight-forward method to contacteveryone in thecommunity about Trisagion and funeral services.Traditional newspapers can cost over $600 for a deathnotice with a photograph. Fortunately, Greek Obituary‘sfee is much less than publishing a notice in thenewspaper. For only $50, patrons can include a photoand a much longer biography. Like large nationalobituary services, visitors have the option of signing acomplimentary online guest book. One of the majorimprovements over the large national services is thatGreek Obituary‘s obituary list and guest books are freeto access and read. They will not expire after a year orrequire you to pay for access to an obituary. This is notonly a wonderful remembrance for our community, buta portion of the proceeds will benefit Saint Sophia Cathedral.Standard obituaries can have one (1) page ofobituary text, about 350-400 words, and one photo fortheir tribute. If a more extravagant obituary with multiplephotos or more text is desired, enhanced obituariesare also available. Obituary text should be sent eitherby standard e-mail, or as a Word/WordPerfect attachmentto greekobituary@gmail.com. Enhanced obituariescan also have an optional background image as atribute, including the cross and military branch logos.Greek Obituary is managed by one of our Cathedralmembers, Dean Tripodes. After working with severalchurches, AHEPA chapters, and the national Pan-Icarian Brotherhood, it was determined there was aneed for reasonable cost Greek obituaries. GreekObituary isintegrated into our Cathedral website,and includes obituaries and tributes from several communitiesthroughout the United States. Greek Obituarywelcomes all Philhellenes too, non-Greeks (includingspouses) who are family members and friends of theGreek community. Most importantly, the service welcomeseveryone who has been a part of the Greek OrthodoxChurch.Please go online to our Cathedral website atstsophia.org and click on the Events menu tab, andthen on Obituaries.FAREWELL TO OUR BELOVED FATHER BILL !Our beloved and much respected Father BillTragus is being transferred by MetropolitanGerasimos to the mission parish in San JuanCapistrano, effective March 1st, 2011.Father Bill and Presvytera Mia have been withus for the last 5 years. He and his family aremuch loved and appreciated. We will misshim. He has served our cathedral and ourlarge cathedral family honorably and faithfully.We are grateful to him for his devotion to allaspects of the ministry. Although we will misshim very much, we wish him every blessing withhis new assignment as pastor of his own parish.This is an exciting time for him. It is a newbeginning with many challenges and opportunities.Above all, he knows that he will beserving the Lord and leading the faithful intoGod‘s embrace.We will honor and say farewell to Father Billand Presvytera Mia on his last Sunday with us,February 27th. A simple reception will be heldfor them following the Divine Liturgy in ourFellowship Tent. Please join us.IN DEPTH EXPLANATION OF THE DIVINE LITURGYPlease join us on Sunday, February 6th and 13thfor Divine Liturgy. Father John will use hissermon to explain and physically demonstrate,step-by-step, our ultimate community expressionof prayer & worship: The Divine Liturgy.On a special stand, he will face the congregationto do a ‗show-and-tell.‘ Understandingthe purpose and content of the Divine Liturgywill bring us closer to the Lord and enhance ourliving relationship with Him, as we celebrateChrist‘s presence in our midst. Come and bringa friend. It will be informative and inspirational.

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