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110 Southern Boulevard West Palm Beach, FL 33405 Phone: 561.833.6387 office
Email: [email protected] Website: stcatherine-wpb.org
Fax: 561.833.6391
APRIL 2017
Featuring
April Calendar 2
Father Andrew’s Thoughts 3
New Guidelines for Holy Unction 4
St. Mark The Evangelist 5
Festival 6
Palm Sunday Luncheon 7
Philoptochos 8-9
Stewardship 10-13
Sunday School 14-16
2016 List of Stewards 17-20
Greek School 21-22
Heart of Greece 23-25
Scholarships 26
Volunteers 27
Advertisers 28-34
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THE STEWARDSHIP OF
ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST-APRIL 25
“Holy Apostle Mark the Evangelist, intercede with God all-merciful that He may grant us the remission of our sins.”
(Troparion of the Saint)
Each of the Gospels found in the New Testament call us to faith. Although not included in the original twelve apostles, St. Mark the Evangelist traveled with St. Paul and St. Barnabas to Antioch from Jerusalem. The primary source of his Gospel is St. Peter, along with his own experience in the early Church.
St. Mark, the author of the second Gospel, may have chronologically written the first Gospel. Having been encouraged by the Christians in Rome, he wrote his gospel in Greek to document the message of salvation in Jesus Christ. We read in his Gospel about Christ-His ministry, being the suffering Messiah, and discipleship to Him.
In the early Church the faithful assembled in the simple and humble homes of the Christians. The family of St. Mark was among the first prominent and affluent families of the time that accepted Jesus Christ as the Savior. His parents readily offered their house to be transformed into a church. It was in this environment that St. Mark grew and came to know the Apostles of the Lord. It is even considered that in this home was the “upper room” where the Mystical Supper was held; the same room where the Apostles were assembled on the Day of Pentecost; and the same place where St. Peter went when the angel of the Lord released him from prison (See Mark 14:13-31; Acts 2:1-4; Acts 12:1-12).
A disciple of the Apostles, St. Mark preached the Good News in many places. He was chosen by the Apostle Peter to become a bishop and to go to Egypt to preach the Christian Faith. As the first bishop of the Church in Egypt, he succeeded in overcoming paganism and established a strong community of believers to carry on his mission.
The pagans detested the success of St. Mark’s ministry and had him arrested and tortured. Thrown into prison, the Lord appeared to him and said: “Peace to you, Mark my Evangelist!”, and St. Mark replied: “And peace to you, my Lord Jesus Christ!” The next day, St. Mark was tormented again by his persecutors. Weakened by this he prayed: “Into Your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit”, and at that moment, he fell asleep in the Lord.
The Holy Gospel according to St. Mark the Evangelist speaks to Christians of every generation. He reveals the teachings of Jesus Christ in a manner that was clearly understood in the early Church and carries the same message to the Church today!
We are called to be faithful disciples of the Lord as stewards of our Christian Orthodox Faith. We read in the New Testament: “For what shall it profit a man if he gains the whole world, and loses his own soul?” (Mark 8:36). This question asked by Jesus is so applicable today! It is a question posed to each of us and the answer is dependent upon our understanding and commitment to Christian Orthodox Stewardship.
True stewardship is the call to respond faithfully and obediently to the teachings of Jesus Christ. We read in the Holy Gospel according to Mark that our lives may experience obstacles, but our unwavering faith in our Redeemer will enable us to be victorious in the end!
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Dear Church Family,
It gives us great pleasure to say thank you to so many for doing so much for this year’s
42nd Greek Festival!
The energy and enthusiasm this year was wonderful. The kindness and encouragement
the festival committee received throughout the planning process was very much
appreciated and spurred us on in every circumstance.
Everyone who has been a pillar of the festival community for years was still there, giving of
their expertise and invaluable experience. Thank you! Many Greek School & Sunday
School families stepped in (some for the first time) and became a new wave of vitality in
various locations...especially the bars. OPA! Certain of you went above and beyond to
make the Greek Food & Wine Fest a huge success on many levels. You know who you are:
from advertising, branding, sponsorships, great food, dancing, brushing up appearances,
the bookstore, kids costumes, t-shirts & aprons, TV’s, office work, clean up, some serious
hustle at the raffle...and so much more. THANK YOU ALL!!
A special thanks to K. Jimmy Theodossakos for supporting us, for continuing to put in the
time and energy, and for ensuring that we didn’t forget anything! We are grateful to K.
Jimmy for sustaining the Saint Catherine Greek Festival all these years. If it weren’t for his
energy and dedication we wouldn’t have a festival at all!
With your help we look forward to doing it all over again...and even better...next year.
With much appreciation,
The Festival Committee
Susannah Amygdalitsis, Steve Pavlakos & Theodora Farsaliotis
(If anyone has a blue festival apron please wash and return to Dora, Steve or Susannah.
We want to store them at the church for next year. Thanks.)
Congratulations to the winners of the Festival Raffle:
1st Prize $600 ~ Israel Lugo
2nd Prize The Chesterfield Hotel ~ Blanca
3rd Prize $200 ~ Elaine Horton
4th Prize Lion Country Safari ~ Christine Kelly
5th Prize Palm Beach Zoo ~ Gregory
6th Prize Science Museum ~ Melinda Dixon
7th Prize Carvel Ice Cream ~ Joan Bengaema
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St. Catherine
Greek Orthodox Church
April-May 2017
Sunday School Calendar
April 7 Youth Lenten Retreat and Potluck Dinner at 6 pm
April 8 Folding of the Palms
April 9 Easter Egg Hunt/Palm Sunday Parish Luncheon
April 14 Good Friday
April 16 Easter Sunday/No Sunday School
Join us for the Agape service at 12 noon
May 14 Mother’s Day Brunch/Youth Video and Photo Montage
May 21 End of Year Sunday School Certificate Presentation/
Youth Picnic
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1. Grateful appreciation is extended to each of you for your generous support of our parish ministries.
2. If your name has been omitted, misspelled, or incorrectly listed, please accept our sincerest apology
and contact our church office at (561) 833-6387 or email us at [email protected].
3. At the November 1, 2015 Parish Assembly Meeting, parishioners approved-effective 1/1/16-a $50
increase in the minimum Stewardship donation required for Financial Good Standing status.
The new Stewardship minimums are $350 for an individual and $500 for a family. We point this out
inasmuch as a few of the names in the above lists contributed $300 or $450 (the 2015 minimums) and
therefore will find their names without a * designation.
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I would like to THANK our Greek School teachers, Ka. Eleni Manolis,
Ka. Valia Manolis, Ka. Susannah Amygdalitsis and Ka. Litsa Vasiadis
for showcasing our children beautifully at our events and working
hard to help keep our language and culture alive.
I would also like to THANK all the wonderful parents who make the
commitment to bringing their children for us to teach!
In addition, I’d like to THANK Maria Esopakis, Allyson Sarantidis,
Selena Samios-Smith, Eleana Santorineou, Vicky Lowrey and Spero
Vasiadis who helped make our 25 Martiou event successful and
seamless.
HATS OFF to our wonderful chef John Fragiskakis and all the
awesome gentlemen who helped: Lee Esopakis, Michael Esopakis,
Panos Esopakis, Hercules Klimantiris, Mr. Pascal and George
Theodore.
Last but not least, I would also like to THANK YOU ALL for your
support during our events.
With great appreciation,
Antigoni Panagoulias
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Heart of Greece “To live is to dance!”
Congratulations to our amazing junior dancers, ages 6-10. OPA!
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THANKS TO OUR
FAITHFUL VOLUNTEERS!
Volunteers who assembled the March Lamplighter:
Annette Harakas, Elli Kalafatis, Vlasia Michaels,
Annette Mitchell, Hope Peroulakis, Evangelia Pikounis, Christina Riebman, Donna Ryan and Linda Telepas
Volunteers who assembled the Parish Assembly mailing:
Annette Harakas, Evangelia Pikounis and Annette Mitchell
We couldn’t do it without you!
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LAMPLIGHTER
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2017 PARISH COUNCIL
Officers
President: George Psoinos 561.373.2797 (Cell)
Vice President: Jimmy Theodossakos
Secretary: Eleni Manolis
Treasurer: Chris Christoforou
Financial Secretary: Nick Mitsinicos
Members
Hercules Apostolidis, Maria Balasis-Zahn, Joanne Dalber, Joy Kastanias,
Ann Linardos, Ellen Syris
ENDOWMENT FUND
Vicki Sarides, Recording Secretary
PHILOPTOCHOS
Acting President: Demetra Galazoudis 561-845-8790
Corresponding Secretary: Mary Stamboulis
Recording Secretary: Popee Valentine
Treasurer: Diana Patrick
Membership Chairman: Joanne Dalber
Board Members: Sophie Caras, Sue Chiungos
CHURCH MINISTRIES
Acolytes Spiritual Advisor: Father Andrew Maginas 561.833.6387
Cantors Dr. Panos Livadiotis
Theodore Rougas 561.586.8735
Choir President: Karen Helstrom 561.214.4800
Organist/Director Eirene Werts 561.747.6250
GOYA President: Alexxis Andre 561.267.6931
Heart of Greece Dancers
President: Sophia P. Manolis 561.602.3226
Greek School PTO President: Mary Karatzas 561.777.0203
Teacher: Eleni Manolis 561.641.2404
Stewardship
Sunday School Director: Antonia Theodossakos Esopakis
561.373.1886
PARISH RELATED ORGANIZATIONS AND MINISTRIES
AHEPA President: George Magalios 561.523.4888
AHEPA #18 Apartments President: Steve Pavlakos 561.704.8641
AHEPA Family Charities President: George Matsoukas 561.585.0245
Cretan Society President: Pantelis Esopakis 561.351.6980
Daughters of Penelope President: Betsy Pascal 561.626.7772
Senior Citizens Club President: Maria Balasis-Zahn 561.641.2977
Lamplighter Official Monthly
Publication
Saint Catherine
Greek Orthodox Church
West Palm Beach,
Florida 33405
April 2017
VOLUME NO. 4
EDITOR
Father Andrew Maginas
Phone: 561.833.6387
Fax: 561.833.6391
Email:
DEADLINES
All editorial copy and pictures for
publication in the Lamplighter should be sent to the office by the
10th
of the preceding month.
CHURCH CARETAKER
David Germán
CHURCH OFFICE HOURS
September – May
Mon - Thurs: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Closed Lunch: 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm
Closed Fridays year round
Email:
FATHER ANDREW’S OFFICE HOURS
Mon - Thurs: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
AFTER HOURS EMERGENCIES
Father Andrew 561.313.0654
Jimmy Theodossakos 561.371.7447
CHURCH WEBSITE
www.stcatherine-wpb.org
METROPOLIS WEBSITE
www.atlmetropolis.org/
ARCHDIOCESE WEBSITE
www.goarch.org
Important Info
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