Transcript may 2016 μαιος - Manitoba Hellenic Cultural Centre

COMMUNITY BULLETIN
ST. DEMETRIOS GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH / MANITOBA HELLENIC CULTURAL CENTRE
ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΗ ΚΟΙΝΟΤΗΤΑ ΓΟΥΙΝΝΙΠΕΓΚ / GREEK COMMUNITY OF WINNIPEG
ΧΡΙΣΤΟΣ ΑΝΕΣΤΗ
CHRIST IS RISEN
MAY 2016 ΜΑΙΟΣ
ISSUE 84
St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Community
Parish Priest (Ιερέας): Rev. Fr. Konstantinos Tsiolas (cell 204-952-2384)
[email protected]
St. Demetrios Church Office / Το Γραφείο της Εκκλησίας
Priest office hours
Monday (Δευτέρα): Day off / Μη εργάσιμη ημέρα
Rev. Deacon Dr. John Karvelas ([email protected])
Tuesday (Τρίτη): Seniors Home visitations / Επισκέψεις σε Ηλικιωμένους
Community President (Προέδρος): Dino Chouzouris ([email protected])
Wednesday (Τετάρτη): In the Office / Στο γραφείο
Thursday - Friday (Πεμ. - Παρ.): In the Office / Στο γραφείο
[Note: Schedule subject to change according to community needs. Please call to make
sure Fr. Kosta is in the office.]
Ladies of Philoptochos: Debby Vlahos (home 204-275-8908 / [email protected])
G.O.Y.A.: Presvytera Nia Tsiolas ([email protected])
Greek School:
Athena Dinos (204-294-7465 / [email protected]) - Principal
Mary Ellen Constantinides (204-831-1183 / [email protected]) - Parent Association
Tina Katsikeros (204-333-5226 / [email protected]) - Yiayia Gogo
Elena Kreouzi - Modern Greek Language (adult beginners)
** please note the
revised office hours.
Church Office hours
Monday - Friday (Δευ. - Παρ.): 8:45 am/πμ - 4:45 pm/μμ
Saturday & Sunday (Σάβ. και Κυρ.): the office is closed / το γραφείο είναι κλειστό
Office Administrator: Anastasia Tertigka (204-889-8723 / [email protected])
Sunday School: Victoria Marckx (204-586-6406 / [email protected])
TO ALL CHURCH MEMBERS:
Byzantine Music Class: Irini Mavroudis
Church Choir: Dr. Miltos Lautatzis
Lilipoupoli (playgroup ages 0-6): Dina Kyriakopoulos (204-962-8989 / [email protected])
Please inform the Office (204-889-8723 / [email protected]) of any changes to
your mailing address, email address, and personal details.
Seniors Group: Vana Aglogallos (204-694-0052)
If you would like to receive electronic Church and Community notices, as well as the bulletin
AHEPA: Peter Ginakes (204-997-4024 / [email protected])
list! http://stdemetrioschurch.com/Home.html. If you signed up to receive emailed Church and
Cypriot Association: Kyriacos Christodoulides (204-999-1670 / [email protected])
emailed to you each month, please go to the St. Demetrios Church website and join the mailing
Community notices, but are not receiving any Church or Community emails, please contact the
Church office to confirm your email information.
Daughters of Penelope: Nicki Douklias (204-889-6400 / [email protected])
Hellenic Professional Association: Mike Houvardas (cell 204-792-4945)
Kefi Greek Folk Dancers of Manitoba:
George Makris ([email protected]) - Senior KEFI
Agapi Katrakis (cell 204-588-4870 / [email protected]) - Junior & Adult classes
Tina Nakoulas ([email protected]) - Senior KEFI
We would like to inform all members that for every Wedding or Baptism
there is a fee of $150 to the Church. This fee covers basic expenses such as
chanters, preparations, set up and clean up, and it is not a fee for the priest.
2255 Grant Avenue ~ Winnipeg, Manitoba R3P 0S2
ph: 204-889-8723 ~ fax: 204-837-4340 ~ e-mail: [email protected]
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The Community Board of Directors / Το Συμβούλιο
DID YOU KNOW:
2016 COMMUNITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS / ΤΟ ΣΥΜΒΟΥΛΙΟ
Dino Chouzouris
Stasa Veroukis-Regina
Vicky Scouras
President / Προέδρος
Secretary
Vice-President
Demetri Avgeropoulos
Assistant Treasurer
George Mavridis Treasurer
Kostas Fliangos
Assistant Secretary
BOARD COMMITTEE CHAIRS
To carry out the religious and cultural missions that are integral to our Greek Community,
certain costs must be incurred. The items below reflect actual operating costs of our Church
and Cultural Centre for 2014.
Building Maintenance & Expenses:
Community & Church Office Supplies:
Metropolis (Toronto) Annual Fee:
Wages & Benefits:
Utilities & Insurance:
$
$
$
$
$
57,942
27,083
39,972
140,771
47,632
18%
9%
13%
45%
15%
100%
FINANCE: George Mavridis
H.I.I.C.: Katy Louridas
BUILDING: Demetri Avgeropoulos
SENIORS: Chris Argiriou
MEMBERSHIP: Stasa Veroukis-Regina
SPECIAL EVENTS: Vicky Scouras
TOTAL:
$
313,400
WORSHIP: Fr. Konstantinos Tsiolas
& Peter Philopoulos
FOLKLORAMA: Debbie Panagiotou-Hirsch
Cost per Day:
Cost per Week:
Cost per Month:
$
$
$
859
6,027
26,117
GREEK SCHOOL: TBA
NOMINATION COMMITTEE: Christos Argiriou
HELLENIC CULTURAL COMMITTEE: Dino Chouzouris
OTHER ELECTED BOARD MEMBERS
Christos Katopodis, Helen Kontzamanis, Nikos Andromidas (new), Jim Chouzouris (new), Sarantos
Mattheos (new).
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• Community members not appointed to the board may volunteer their time on any Board committees that
need volunteers.
Are you interested in joining a committee or offering your help to any of the community committees? We are
Continued support of our Community is essential to its ongoing success.
If you already have not done so, please renew your Church membership and consider
an Automatic recurring monthly donation by contacting the office at 204-889-8723.
Spread over the 400 families in our Community, we would exceed our operating costs IF we
received:
$ 2.15 per day from each family - Less than the cost of a fancy drink at Tim Horton's.
looking to fill positions on the committees - it is a great way to get involved, learn more about our programs,
$
15 per week from each family - Less than a dinner for 1 person at a restaurant.
events, and a way to stay connected to your Greek Community. Contact the Church office at 204-889-8723 or
$
65 per month from each family - Less than the average cable & internet bill.
call the Committee Chair directly to offer your talents!
Αν κάποιος ενδιαφέρεται να συμμετάσχει σε οποιδήποτε επιτροπή της Κοινότητας, παρακαλώ επικοινωνήστε
με το γραφείο της Εκκλησίας, 204-889-8723.
$
784 per year from each family - Less than a family gym membership.
Your donations and support are vital to keep our community open and operating.
TO ALL COMMUNITY MEMBERS:
Please renew your membership and contribute monthly. Call the office to set up payment.
The Community AGM will be held on Sunday the 5th of June 2016 at 1:00 pm.
All members are also invited to our Member Appreciation BBQ / Panigiri to start
immediately following the Annual Meeting. Everyone is welcome for BBQ lamb,
good food and festivities.
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Our Family Membership
MEMBERSHIP FEES for 2016
Individual (26 to 64 years old): $180.00 • Family: $250.00 • Senior Family: $150.00
Senior Individual (65+ years old): $100.00 • Young Adult (19 to 25 years old): $100.00
(Membership may be paid via cheque, VISA, Mastercard, or debit card.)
Membership is very important. Support your church and community - please remember to
pay your membership today!
Το να είστε μέλη στην Κοινότητα μας είναι πολύ σημαντικό. Υποστηρίξτε την Εκκλησία και
την Κοινότητα μας - Παρακαλώ, θυμηθείτε να πληρώσετε τη συμμετοχή σας σήμερα!
MEMBERSHIPS PAID for 2016: (listed in order of payment received - as of 15 April 2016)
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A. Voyatzakis & family
S. Hrousalas
B. Pantos
G. Lukey
H. Grafos
M. & M. Mercury
E. Scouras
D. Stathopoulos
S. Apostolaki & T. Ruta
A. & P. Calas
S. Veroukis
G. & V. Vekios
G. Damianakos
N. & H. Sklavenitis
L. & F. Cholakis
N. Mercury
C. Adamopoulos (Winnipeg)
P. & K. Alevizos
L. & S. Anastasiadis
J. & M. Kambas
D. & N. Ginakes
J. & C. Calogeris
G. & A. Mavridis
C. & L. Chatzoglou
D. Avgeropoulos
I. Chatzoglou & family
J. Hagemarcou & family
B. Gardos
P. Gardos
P. Philopoulos
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A. Anastasopoulos
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K. Goritsas
S. McClement
G. Kantzioris
A. Dinos-Hoople & family
E. Corantzopoulos
A. Parasidis
M. Papageorgiou
T. Constantinidis
Dn J. & L. Karvelas
D. Karvelas
N. Kyriakopoulos & family
K. Sandberg & family
V. Alevizos
P. & E. Nikitas
M. Mavridis
D. Bass
G. Foulides
N. & D. Hajidiacos
M. Vlahos
C. & M. Balaktsis
G. & M. Wilson
A. & E. Kilopoulos
L. Goutsos
P. & E. Athanasopoulos
T. Aggelopoulos
P. Caragannis
T. & F. Vardalos
D. Panos
G. Karaganis
F. & A. Saclamacis
A. Karafota
G. Simeonidis
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A. & A. Argyriou
N. Lebetzis & family
F. Armatas
V. Tegos
G. & M. Fliangos
J. & V. Georgopoulos
C. & V. Agglogalos
K. Wall & B. Ivey
S. & C. Athanasiadis
P. & K. Nathanail
N. & D. Verras
A. Vandenberg-Gardos
S. & M. Laskaris
E. & E. Veroukis
E. Christodulides
M. Papastephanou & family
D. Liakakis
M. Simeonidis & family
E. Papakyritsis
N. Diamantakos & family
J. & G. Ginakes
J. Hrousalas & family
S. Mattheos (Matthews) & family
P. Pantos
M. & H. Lambos
N. Louizos
N. & M. Andromidas
A. Begleridis
G. Begleridis
G. & V. Chiola
D. & G. Chouzouris
R. & F. Davies
Our Family Membership
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A. Economou & family
D. & P. Golas
K. & N. Kalaitzakis
J. Kyriakopoulos
D. & C. Louizos
N. Mercury
A. Mitousis
M. Mitousis
B. Nathanail & family
M. & M. Petroulakis
D. & T. Scouras
P. Scouras
V. Scouras
D. & K. Sklavenitis
J. & S. Toma
B. & D. Vlahos
V. Saites
H. Simeonidis
N. Attallah & family
A. Hrousalas
K. & L. Apostolopoulos
M. Anadranistakis
K. Anadranistakis
E. Varsamis
N. & S. Panaritis
J. Constantinidis
J. & G. Lambos
T. & A. Routsis
H. Sagriotis
P. & N. Avgeropoulos
A. Danos
S. & Z. Petroulakis
N. & T. Apostolopoulos
M. Diacos
C. & P. Wilson
S. Papaioannou
I. Adamopoulos & J. French
C. Argiriou
M. Argyriou
A. Argyriou
A. & G. Cotsianis
P. Skarpias & family
D. & T. Dafnis
M. & A. Houvardas
D. Koutroubis
C. Berdessis
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K. Louridas
M. Louridas
C. Constantinides
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M. Spyropoulos
D. & J. Kyriakopoulos
I. Vlahos
M. & A. Apostolakis
P. & T. Ginakes
G. & M. Constantinides
D. Bechrakis
A. Sklavenitis
C. & T. Takis
M. Danakas
P. & F. Danakas
D. Horinos
C. & M. Athanasopoulos
G. & D. Veroukis
P. & R. Papadimitropoulos
C. Kourkafas & family
N. Boutroukas & family
G. & D. Philopoulos
E. Koulouriotis
A. Latsoudes
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L. Malliaris
T. Panos
A. Broumas
H. & K. Broumas
L. Simeonidis
P. Papadopoulos
M. Ginakes
J. Saites
P. Cholakis & family
T. & S. Iacovides
D. Catelanis
T. Douklias
L. & A. Ioannou
G. Athanasopoulos
G. & G. Goutsos
P. & M. Mikos
I. Voulgari
L. Balageorge
A. Balageorge
B. Spiropoulos
G. & M. Spyropoulos
G. Sotiriadis
K. Lagos
J. & C. Lambos
X. & V. Marckx
F. Andrews
V. & M. Mattheos
S. & N. Mattheos
I. Mavroudis
A. & F. Veroukis
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P. & E. Constantinides
D. Cravariotis
K. Pasias & D. Hatzitheodoridis J. & E. Avramidis
S. & M. Caldis
E. Kitsikoudis
V. Filopoulos
S. Hatzistamatakis
K. Malandrakis
N. & V. Toufanidis
A. Avramidis
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D. & K. Stamatis
S. & H. Ashton
L. & E. Bokouzis
C. Constantinidis
J. Govatsos
S. Govatsos
A. & S. Kanakis
K. Tambakis
G. & A. Papanikolaou
G. Katsabanis
E. Constantine
I. Polyzois
I. Papadopoulos & family
D. Vardalos
D. & H. Kontzamanis
J. & N. Iliopoulos
C. & M. Papasotiriou
G. Jimas
D. Lambos & family
E. Anandranistakis
J. & M. Paulos
A. Doms
G. Sdrolias & family
E. & V. Cholakis
N. Douklias
A. Macrodimitris
S. Liontas
H. & R. Liontas
A. & S. Louizos
S. & M. Louizos
LIFE MEMBERS:
Spyros Balageorge
John Philopoulos
Kostantinos Vardalos
† 2016 MAY CHURCH SERVICES †
Date
Service
Sun. 01 May
HOLY PASCHA - AGAPI VESPERS (11:00 am)
Mon. 02 May
RENEWAL MONDAY - ST. GEORGE THE GREAT MARTYR
(matins: 9:00 am / Divine Liturgy: 10:15 am)
Thu. 05 May
RENEWAL THURSDAY - IRENE THE MARTYR
(matins: 9:00 am / Divine Liturgy: 10:15 am)
Fri. 06 May
RENEWAL FRIDAY - THEOTOKOS THE LIFE-GIVING FONT
(matins: 9:00 am / Divine Liturgy: 10:15 am)
Sun. 08 May
THOMAS SUNDAY
(matins: 9:00 am / Divine Liturgy: 10:15 am)
Sat. 14 May
PARAKLESIS (5:00 pm)
Sun. 15 May
SUNDAY OF THE MYRRH-BEARING WOMEN
(matins: 9:00 am / Divine Liturgy: 10:15 am)
Sat. 21 May
SAINTS CONSTANTINE AND HELEN, EQUAL TO THE APOSTLES
(matins: 9:00 am / Divine Liturgy: 10:15 am)
Sun. 22 May
SUNDAY OF THE PARALYTIC
(matins: 9:00 am / Divine Liturgy: 10:15 am)
Sat. 28 May
VESPERS (5:00 pm)
Sun. 29 May
SUNDAY OF THE SAMARITAN WOMAN
(matins: 9:00 am / Divine Liturgy: 10:15 am)
Church Etiquette
When attending Divine Services we all have the responsibility of maintaining proper decorum
and atmosphere in the church. The very first thing to keep in mind is that we are to be at Divine
Services on time.
The church is the House of God. Reverence and good manners are required at all times. No
irreverent or irrelevant conversations should go on in the Narthex or in the church proper. There
are certain times during the Divine Services when no one should be moving about, or entering the
church, or being seated at a pew. Wherever a person happens to be at these moments, he or she
should stop and stand reverently until the proper moment to be seated. These times are:
1. During the Doxology, while the priest is censing.
2. During the Small Entrance - The procession of the priest and altar boys with the Holy
Gospel.
3. When the priest censes the Altar, icons, and congregation throughout the Divine Liturgy.
4. During the reading of the Epistle and Gospel.
SACRAMENTS & MEMORIALS
Sun. 15 May
Baptism: 1:00 pm.
Sun. 22 May
Memorial: STAVROULA (Voula) TOUFANIDIS - 40 days.
Sun. 22 May
AHEPA MEMORIAL
5. During the sermon.
6. During the Great Entrance - the procession of the priest and altar boys with the Holy Gifts.
7. During the recitation of the Creed and Lord’s Prayer (Our Father).
8. During the Consecration of the Holy Gifts. (Se Imnoumen)
9. During Holy Communion. To receive Holy Communion the faithful should come forth from
the side aisles and exit via the centre aisle to return to their pew.
10. When receiving any sacrament of the church, use your baptismal/chrismation name.
11. During any special services such as Memorials or blessing of the loaves, special
doxologies, etc.
The general rule is that whenever the priest is outside the Holy Altar either with the censer or for
giving a blessing, there should be no movement in the church. Also, we remind everyone that we
should attend the Divine Liturgy and all services of divine worship from the beginning.
Please remember that Parish Council members are obligated to maintain order and decorum in
the church during worship. Please try to understand us. Cooperate with us. Τhe priests are here
to serve you. Your cooperation in following these regulations will help us greatly in offering you
assistance in all your spiritual needs.
(Please see the Calendar in the middle of the Bulletin for all liturgical services.)
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Εκκλησιαστική Εθιμοτυπία
† ΑΚΟΛΟΥΘΙΕΣ ΜΑΙΟΥ 2016 †
Ημερ.
Ακολουθἰα
Κυρ. 01 Μαϊου
ΑΓΙΟΝ ΠΑΣΧΑ - ΕΣΠΕΡΙΝΟΣ ΤΗΣ ΑΓΑΠΗΣ (11:00 πμ)
Δευ. 02 Μαϊου
ΔΕΥΤΕΡΑ ΔΙΑΚΑΙΝΗΣΙΜΟΥ - ΑΓ. ΓΕΩΡΓΙΟΥ ΤΟΥ ΤΡΟΠΑΙΟΦΟΡΟΥ
(´Ορθρος: 9:00 πμ / Θεία Λειτουργία: 10:15 πμ)
Πεμ. 05 Μαϊου
ΤΡΙΤΗ ΔΙΑΚΑΙΝΗΣΙΜΟΥ - ΑΓ. ΕΙΡΗΝΗΣ ΜΕΓΑΛΟΜΑΡΤΥΡΟΣ
(´Ορθρος: 9:00 πμ / Θεία Λειτουργία: 10:15 πμ)
Παρ. 06 Μαϊου
ΠΑΡΑΣΚΕΥΗ ΔΙΑΚΑΙΝΗΣΙΜΟΥ - ΘΕΟΤΟΚΟΥ ΤΗΣ ΖΩΟΔΟΧΟΥ ΠΗΓΗΣ
(´Ορθρος: 9:00 πμ / Θεία Λειτουργία: 10:15 πμ)
Κυρ. 08 Μαϊου
ΚΥΡΙΑΚΗ ΤΟΥ ΘΟΜΑ
(´Ορθρος: 9:00 πμ / Θεία Λειτουργία: 10:15 πμ)
Σαβ. 14 Μαϊου
ΠΑΡΑΚΛΗΣΙΣ (5:00 μμ)
Κυρ. 15 Μαϊου
ΚΥΡΙΑΚΗ ΤΩΝ ΜΥΡΟΦΟΡΩΝ
(´Ορθρος: 9:00 πμ / Θεία Λειτουργία: 10:15 πμ)
Σαβ. 21 Μαϊου
ΑΓΙΩΝ ΚΩΝΣΤΑΝΤΙΝΟΥ ΚΑΙ ΕΛΕΝΗΣ ΤΩΝ ΙΣΑΠΟΣΤΟΛΩΝ
(´Ορθρος: 9:00 πμ / Θεία Λειτουργία: 10:15 πμ)
Κυρ. 22 Μαϊου
ΚΥΡΙΑΚΗ ΤΟΥ ΠΑΡΑΛΥΤΟΥ
(´Ορθρος: 9:00 πμ / Θεία Λειτουργία: 10:15 πμ)
Σαβ. 28 Μαϊου
ΕΣΠΕΡΙΝΟΣ (5:00 μμ)
Κυρ. 29 Μαϊου
ΚΥΡΙΑΚΗ ΤΗΣ ΣΑΜΑΡΕΙΤΙΔΟΣ
(´Ορθρος: 9:00 πμ / Θεία Λειτουργία: 10:15 πμ)
Όταν είμαστε στην εκκλησία, όλοι έχουμε την ευθύνη να κρατήσουμε την σωστή ευπρέπεια και
ατμόσφαιρα του ναού. Το πρώτο πράγμα που πρέπει να θυμόμαστε είναι ότι πρέπει να είμαστε
στην εκκλησία στην ώρα μας.
Η εκκλησία είναι ο οίκος του Θεού. Η ευλάβεια και οι σωστοί τρόποι απαιτούνται πάντα. Δεν
πρέπει να γίνεται άσχετη ή ασεβής συζήτηση στον Νάρθηκα ή μέσα στον ναό. Υπάρχουν μερικές
στιγμές στις ακολουθίες που κανένας δεν πρέπει να κινείται, η να μπαίνει στην εκκλησία, η να
κάθεται. Όπου και να βρίσκεται ο άνθρωπος σε αυτές τις στιγμές, πρέπει να σταματήσει και να
σταθεί όρθιος με σεβασμό έως την κατάλληλη στιγμή να καθίσει. Αυτές οι στιγμές είναι,
1. Στην Δοξολογία, όταν ο ιερέας θυμιάζει.
2. Στην Μικρή Είσοδο, στην διάρκεια της πομπής του Ευαγγελίου με τα ιερόπαιδα και τον
ιερέα.
3. Όταν ο ιερέας θυμιάζει το Ιερό, τις εικόνες, και τον κόσμο στην διάρκεια της Θείας
Λειτουργίας.
4. Στην ανάγνωση του Αποστόλου και του Ευαγγελίου.
5. Στο κήρυγμα.
6. Στην Μεγάλη Είσοδο, στην διάρκεια της πομπής των Αγίων Δώρων με τα ιερόπαιδα και τον
ιερέα.
7. Στην απαγγελία του Πιστεύω και της Κυριακής Προσευχής (Πάτερ Ημών).
8. Στην Αναφορά (καθαγίαση) Των Αγίων Δώρων (Στον ύμνο Σε Υμνούμεν).
9. Στην Θεία Κοινωνία. Για να λάβουν τη Θεία Κοινωνία, οι πιστοί έρχονται από το πλάι και
επιστρέφουν στις θέσεις τους από το μεσαίο διάδρομο.
10. Όταν λαμβάνουμε ένα Μυστήριο της Εκκλησίας, χρησιμοποιούμε το βαπτιστικό μας όνομα.
ΜΥΣΤΗΡΙΑ & ΜΝΗΜΟΣΥΝΑ
Κυρ. 15 Μαϊ.
Βάπτιση: 1:00 μμ.
Κυρ. 22 Μαϊ.
Μνημόσυνο: ΣΤΑΥΡΟΥΛΑ (Βούλα) ΤΟΥΦΑΝΙΔΗΣ - 40 μέρες.
Κυρ. 22 Μαϊ.
ΑΧΕΠΑ ΜΝΗΜΟΣΥΝΟ
11. Σε ειδικές ακολουθίες, σαν τα μνημόσυνα, τις αρτοκλασίες, ειδικές δοξολογίες, κλπ.
Ο γενικός κανόνας είναι, όταν ο ιερέας είναι εκτός του Ιερού, είτε με το θυμιατό ή για να δώσει
ευλογία, δεν γίνεται κίνηση στην εκκλησία. Επίσης, θυμίζουμε όλους ότι πρέπει να είμαστε στην
Λειτουργία και σε όλες τις ακολουθίες από την αρχή. Μη ξεχνάτε ότι τα μέλη του συμβουλίου είναι
υποχρεωμένα να κρατήσουν την τάξη και την ευπρέπεια στην εκκλησία. Ζητάμε την κατανόηση
σας. Συνεργαστείτε μαζί μας. Οι ιερείς είναι εδώ να υπηρετήσουν. Η συνεργασία σας στην
παρακολούθηση αυτών των κανονισμών θα μα βοηθήσει πολύ στο έργο μας να προσφέρουμε τη
βοήθεια μας σε όλες τις πνευματικές ανάγκες σας.
(Παρακαλώ δείτε το ημερολόγιο στη μέση του δελτίου για όλες τις λειτουργικές υπηρεσίες.)
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2016 MAY MEETINGS & EVENTS
ΣΥΝΕΔΡΙΑΣΕΙΣ & ΓΕΓΟΝΟΤΑ ΜΑΙΟΣ 2016
Senior Kefi
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm (MHCC hall)
----No Senior Kefi
dance practice for
the month of May.
Junior Kefi
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
(MHCC hall)
----Sun. 08 May
Sun. 15 May
----Sun. 29 May
Re-Catechism
6:00 pm
(MHCC)
----Fri. 13 May
Fri. 20 May
Fri. 27 May
Κέφι
7:00 μμ - 9:00 μμ
(MHCC)
----No Senior Kefi
dance practice for
the month of May.
Κέφι Γυμνάσιο
6:00 μμ - 7:00 μμ
(MHCC)
----Κυρ. 08 Μαϊ.
Κυρ. 15 Μαϊ.
----Κυρ. 29 Μαϊ.
Ανα-Κατήχηση
6:00 μμ
(MHCC)
----Παρ. 13 Μαϊ.
Παρ. 20 Μαϊ.
Παρ. 27 Μαϊ.
Modern Greek
Language
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
(MHCC classroom)
Tue. 03 May
Tue. 10 May
Tue. 17 May
Tue. 24 May
Lilipoupoli
(playgroup)
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
(MHCC hall)
Fri. 06 May
Fri. 13 May
----Fri. 27 May
Yiayia Gogo, Greek School,
Greek Dance
9:00 am - 12:20 pm
(MHCC classrooms)
Sat. 07 May
Sat. 14 May
----Graduation 28 May
Γλώσσα
Νεοελληνικοού
7:00 μμ - 8:30 μμ
(MHCC τάξη)
Τρι. 03 Μαϊ.
Τρι. 10 Μαϊ.
Τρι. 17 Μαϊ.
Τρι. 24 Μαϊ.
Λιλιπούπολι
(παιδάκια)
10:00 πμ - 12:00 μμ
(MHCC)
Παρ. 06 Μαϊ.
Παρ. 13 Μαϊ.
----Παρ. 27 Μαϊ.
Υιαγιά Γογό, Ελληνικό
Σχολείο, Ελληνικός χορός
9:00 πμ - 12:20 μμ
(MHCC τάξεις)
Σαβ. 07 Μαϊ.
Σαβ. 14 Μαϊ.
----Graduation 28 Μαϊ.
A new Pontian Dance Class takes place every Sunday from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm in the MHCC.
Tue. 03 May
Ο νέος Pontian Μαθήματα Χορού πραγματοποιείται κάθε Κυριακή στις 4:00 μμ. στις 5:30 μμ.
AHEPA monthly meeting - 7:30 pm.
Τρι. 03 Μαϊ.
ΑΧΕΠΑ - συνεδρίαση 7:30 μμ.
Wed. 04 May Ladies of Philoptochos - monthly meeting - 7:00 pm.
Τετ. 04 Μαϊ.
Κυρίες της Φιλοπτώχου - συνεδρίαση - 7:00 μμ.
Sun. 08 May
MOTHERS’ DAY LUNCH - after Divine Liturgy.
Κυρ. 08 Μαϊ.
ΓΕΥΜΑ ΥΙΑ ΤΗΣ ΜΗΤΕΡΕΣ - μετά τη Θεία Λειτουργία.
Tue. 10 May
Community Board - monthly meeting - 7:00 pm.
Τρι. 10 Μαϊ.
Το Συμβουλίου - συνεδρίαση - 7:00 μμ.
Wed. 11 May
Centennial Committee - 7:30 pm - MHCC Boardroom.
Τετ. 11 Μαϊ.
Centennial Committee - 7:30 μμ - MHCC Boardroom.
Thu. 12 May
GOYA - 7:00 pm - Discussion with Fr. Kosta in MHCC Boardroom.
Πεμ. 12 Μαϊ.
GOYA - 7:00 μμ - Discussion with Fr. Kosta in MHCC Boardroom.
Sat. 14 May
Daughters of Penelope SPRING FUNDRAISER DINNER & RAFFLE - 6:00 pm.
Σαβ. 14 Μαϊ.
Θυγατέρες της Πηνελόπης ΦΙΛΑΝΘΡΩΠΙΚΟ ΔΕΙΠΝΟ & ΚΛΗΡΩΣΗ - 6:00 μμ
Tue. 17 May
Senior’s Group - monthly gathering - in the MHCC multipurpose room.
Τρι. 17 Μαϊ.
Ηλικιωμένοι - ΜΗCC αίθουσα.
Wed. 18 May Hellenic Cultural Committee (HCC) - monthly meeting - 7:00 pm.
Τετ. 18 Μαϊ.
HCC - συνεδρίαση - 7:00 μμ.
Sun. 22 May
AHEPA MEMORIAL LUNCHEON - after Divine Liturgy.
Κυρ. 22 Μαϊ.
ΑΧΕΠΑ ΜΝΗΜΟΣΙΝΟ & ΓΕΥΜΑ - μετά τη Θεία Λειτουργία.
Fri. 27 May
GOYA “CODEBREAKERS” Νight - 202-110 Osborne Street
Παρ. 27 Μαϊ.
GOYA “CODEBREAKERS” Night - 202-110 Osborne Street
Sat. 28 May
GREEK SCHOOL GRADUATION, CEREMONY & DANCE RECITAL.
Σαβ. 28 Μαϊ.
GREEK SCHOOL GRADUATION, CEREMONY & DANCE RECITAL.
(Please see the Calendar in the middle of the Bulletin for event dates.)
(Παρακαλώ δείτε το ημερολόγιο στη μέση του δελτίου για τις ημερομηνίες γεγονότος.)
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Thoughts from our Parish Priest
Thoughts from our Parish Priest
St. James the Monk, the murderer and the rapist
God does not judge from what can be observed, as people do. Nor is it beneficial for the Church to
judge. Christians are not judges of their brethren, but physicians and fellow spiritual patients. Their
role is not to condemn, but help, comfort, and heal their fellow ill with God’s help, no matter how heavy
their illness may be.
God sees His creatures, such as man, not from what can be observed, but from the heart. And by His
choices, He gives a loud slap to our respectability and pietism. If such a man as Saint James lived today,
journalists would completely destroy him. Yet this man was recognized by God, and God revealed him
to be one of our saints.
Yes, actions are a sign of holiness or evil, but not always. There are cases when saints have fallen, and
fallen hard. A well known example from ancient times of an adulterer and murderer is King David, the
man who “was after God’s heart.” But in later times, God has allowed saints to have dramatic falls, for
many reasons, of which the three most important are:
1. That we may not rest on our laurels.
2. That our pietism and criticism of others may be struck.
3. That we might experience the saving power of repentance, and defeat despair.
For fifteen years James was an ascetic in a cave. One time, people from the nearby town - proponents
of secularism, sent to James a prostitute to offer herself to him. James did not give in to the temptation,
and this encounter shocked the woman to the point that she repented and lived a Christian life.
After a few years, a nobleman sent his daughter to the monk, because she suffered from a serious
illness. James prayed for her and she was released from the illness. James accepted to keep her and
her brother in his cave for a few days, at the request of their father. However, James was overcome by
temptation. He raped the daughter, and in his fear of being caught, he killed her and her brother, as he
was the only witness of the crime.
In a panic, James fled to the desert, dug a grave and sat in it hoping to die, having lost all hope of mercy
from God. The local bishop learned of the situation and travelled to where James was. When he found
him, he explained to James that despair is a sin greater than his crimes. James accepted the bishop’s
words, but he did not leave the tomb he dug. He decided to stay in there until his last breath as an
exercise of self-denial.
At one point, a great drought came over the area, and the bishop had the purity of heart to see that
only if James prayed, could nature be overcome. Clergy and lay people walked out to the desert to the
tomb where the criminal ascetic was sitting. They convinced him to pray, and right away the rain came,
verifying the holiness of the repentant man.
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Purification for Christians is a personal matter, and applies to each person individually. It is not
massively applicable to a group, whether it is the Church or something else. Because in every group
there will always be someone who falls, and in the field of the Lord there will always be weeds, until the
end of time. So let us not condemn our brethren, whatever they may do. Instead, let us weep and pray
for them, for whose sake Christ died. Let us revive ourselves, saying, “Woe to me a sinner! For if this my
good brother fell, what kind of fall awaits me, the sinner and ungodly!”
For God “opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble,” and with “the measure by which we
measure, by the same measure we will be measured.”
Ο Άγιος Ιάκωβος ο ασκητής, ο δολοφόνος και βιαστής
Οι πράξεις είναι δείγμα αγιότητας ή κακίας. Όχι όμως πάντα! Υπάρχουν περιπτώσεις, που ακόμα και
ένας άγιος μπορεί να πέσει, και μάλιστα να πέσει ΣΟΒΑΡΑ. Και το γνωστό παράδειγμα του μοιχού και
φονιά βασιλιά Δαυίδ, του “ανδρός κατά την καρδία του Θεού”, μας το έχει δείξει από αρχαίων χρόνων.
Όμως και σε νεότερες εποχές, ο Θεός έχει επιτρέψει τέτοιες δραματικές πτώσεις αγίων, για πολλούς
λόγους, των οποίων οι τρεις σπουδαιότεροι είναι αυτοί:
1. Για να μην επαναπαυόμαστε στις δάφνες μας.
2. Για να χτυπήσει τον ευσεβισμό μας και την επίκριση προς τους άλλους.
3. Για να δούμε τη σωτήρια δύναμη της μετανοίας, και να νικάμε την απελπισία.
Ο Ιάκωβος ασκήτευε δεκαπέντε χρόνια σε μια σπηλιά. Κάποτε, από την κοντινή πόλη, κάποιοι ευφυείς
και τότε πολέμιοι του θρησκευτικού σκοταδισμού έστειλαν στη σπηλιά του μια πόρνη γυναίκα να του
προσφέρει προκλητικά τα θέλγητρά της. Ο Ιάκωβος δεν ενέδωσε στην εύκολη ηδονή και η συνάντηση
λειτούργησε συγκλονιστικά για τη γυναίκα, που από τότε εγκατέλειψε το επάγγελμά της και έζησε με
συνέπεια μέσα στην Εκκλησία.
Ύστερα από κάποια χρόνια, «άρχων ένδοξος» της περιοχής πήγε στον ασκητή τη θυγατέρα του που
έπασχε από νόσο βαριά. Ο Ιάκωβος προσευχήθηκε και ελευθέρωσε το κορίτσι από την ασθένεια,
δέχθηκε μάλιστα να το κρατήσει λίγες μέρες στη σπηλιά, μαζί με τον αδελφό της, όπως επέμενε για
σιγουριά ο πατέρας της. Τότε όμως ο Ιάκωβος, «ως άνθρωπος και αυτός» νικήθηκε από την επιθυμία.
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Thoughts from our Parish Priest
Βίασε την κόρη και στη συνέχεια έντρομος, μήπως φανερωθεί η πράξη του, τη σκότωσε μαζί με τον
αδελφό της, μόνο μάρτυρα των εγκλημάτων του.
Σε πανικό φεύγει στην έρημο, σκάβει έναν τάφο και μπαίνει μέσα ο ίδιος να πεθάνει δίχως ελπίδα
ελέους από τον Θεό. Ο τοπικός επίσκοπος μαθαίνει τι έγινε και ξεκινάει μέρες πορείας στην έρημο
για να τον βρει. Κάποτε τον ανακαλύπτει και θρηνώντας του εξηγεί ότι η απελπισία είναι αμάρτημα
μεγαλύτερο από τον βιασμό και τους φόνους. Ο Ιάκωβος δέχεται με συντριβή την παραμυθία, αλλά
δεν εγκαταλείπει τον τάφο ως ενδιαίτημα. Θα μείνει εκεί σε σκληρότατη άσκηση αυταπάρνησης ως
την τελευταία του.
Παρεμβάλλεται μια τρομακτική ανομβρία στην περιοχή και ο επίσκοπος έχει «πληροφορίαν καρδίας»
ότι μόνο αν προσευχηθεί ο Ιάκωβος μπορεί να νικηθούν της φύσεως οι όροι. Κλήρος και λαός βγαίνουν
στην έρημο και φτάνουν στον τάφο όπου είναι κλεισμένος ο εγκληματίας ασκητής. Τον πείθουν να
προσευχηθεί και η βροχή φτάνει αμέσως ευεργητική να βεβαιώσει την αγιότητα του μετανοημένου.
Δεν κρίνει ο Θεός από το φαινόμενο, όπως ο άνθρωπος. Και έτσι οφείλει να μην κρίνει και η Εκκλησία,
δηλαδή, οι πιστοί. Δεν είναι δικαστές οι Χριστιανοί των αδελφών τους, αλλά γιατροί και συνασθενείς.
Και ο ρόλος τους δεν είναι να καταδικάσουν, αλλά να βοηθήσουν, να παρηγορήσουν και να
γιατρέψουν τους συνασθενείς τους με τη βοήθεια του Θεού. Όσο βαριά κι αν είναι η αρρώστια τους.
Η “κάθαρση” για τους Χριστιανούς, είναι ΠΡΟΣΩΠΙΚΗ ΥΠΟΘΕΣΗ, και εφαρμόζεται στον καθένα
συνάνθρωπό μας ξεχωριστά. Δεν εφαρμόζεται ΜΑΖΙΚΑ σε μια ομάδα, είτε αυτή είναι η Εκκλησία, είτε
κάτι άλλο. Γιατί σε μια ομάδα, πάντα θα υπάρχουν οι άνθρωποι που πέφτουν, και στο χωράφι του
Κυρίου, πάντα θα υπάρχουν ζιζάνια, ως τη συντέλεια.
Ας μην κατακρίνουμε λοιπόν τον αδελφό μας, ΟΤΙΔΗΠΟΤΕ κι αν έχει κάνει. Αντίθετα, ας κλάψουμε και
ας προσευχηθούμε γι’ αυτόν, χάριν του οποίου ο Χριστός πέθανε. Και ας συνεφέρουμε τον εαυτό μας,
λέγοντας: “Αλλοίμονό μου του αμαρτωλού! Γιατί αν ο αδελφός μου αυτός ο καλός έπεσε, τι πτώση
περιμένει εμένα τον αμαρτωλό και ασεβή!” Γιατί ο Θεός “στους υπερηφάνους αντιτάσσεται, εις δε
τους ταπεινούς δίδει χάριν”, και “με όποιο μέτρο μετράμε, με το ίδιο μέτρο θα μετρηθούμε”!
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Message from the Community President
Greetings to one and all from the St. Demetrios Greek Community.
Our Spiritual Leader, Metropolitan Bishop Sotirios was with us and we had a great visit.
We had the pleasure of his Eminence being with us on the evening of Friday, April 8th with Vespers
of the Salutations of the Virgin Mary and afterwards all had a wonderful pot luck supper, with many
Lenten dishes provided by our Parishioners.
The following morning, His Eminence along with Father Kosta and Deacon John, we all celebrated
Divine Liturgy. Followed by a delicious lunch provided by our Ladies Philoptochos.
His Eminence spoke on the topic of “THE SABBATH”. Our Ladies Philoptochos had the pleasure of
hosting, the President and Vice President Ladies Philoptochos of Canada.
As we look forward,with great anticipation to Great and Holy Pascha, I would like take this
opportunity to wish each and every one of you Kalo Pascha. May the Risen Lord fill you and your
family with great love and joy.
We are also looking forward to our 2nd ANNUAL MOTHER’S DAY LUNCHEON, to be held on
Sunday, May 8th at the Main Hall.
Please join us, so we can celebrate the most important females in our lives. Our Mothers and
Grandmothers.
Don’t miss out! We are planning a delicious meal, fun game prizes and our very popular photo
booth.
Mark your calendars - Sunday, June 5th - “ST. DEMETRIOS MEMBER APPRECIATION DAY”.
Also, the annual AGM meeting to follow.
We look forward to seeing everyone there.
MAY GOD BLESS US ALL.
DINO CHOUZOURIS
COMMUNITY PRESIDENT
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Church Iconography Program
Church Iconography Program
Beloved in Christ,
In this bulletin you will find the program of our iconography, as well as a sample of what the remaining icons
will look like. The top layer of the icons is the New Testament icons, which will be put up on the right side of the
church (as you face the Altar). The bottom layer is the Old Testament icons, which will be put up on the left
side of the church. The theme is Promise and Fulfilment, and it depicts the promises given by God in the Old
Testament, and the parallel, or fulfilment of each promise in the New Testament. These icons will be installed
on the top halves of the side walls of our church.
We are also installing icons of individual saints along the lower halves of the side walls of the church. There is
no program for these icons, meaning that each donor can choose the Saint to be depicted (as long as it hasn’t
been donated already). I can give you some suggestions if you’d like.
Finally, we are changing the small icons on the iconostasis (temblon) of our Altar, as the current ones have
been aged and darkened. For a list of those icons, please contact me directly. The price for a scriptural scene (upper half of the walls) panel is $9,500.
The price for an individual saint (lower half of the walls) is $2,500.
The price of the icons on the iconostasis is $2,500.
You can also make a general donation toward the iconography of the church, as many people have done
already. Another option is donating an icon as a group. If you have any questions, please feel to contact me. In Christ,
Fr. Kosta Tsiolas
The iconographer will be coming this
spring/summer to install the icons.
If you would like to make a donation
towards one of the icons that are still
available, please contact the church
office immediately!!
All icons need to be ordered and
completed before the iconographer
arrives to install them.
New Testament icons
Old Testament icons
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The Ladies of Philoptochos
Η Σελίδα της Φιλοπτώχου
Christ Is Risen! Truly He Is Risen! Joyous Greetings to all during this beautiful season. ΧΡΙΣΤΟΣ ΑΝΕΣΤΗ! ΑΛΗΘΩΣ ΑΝΕΣΤΗ!
Θερμες Πασχαλιατικες ευχες σε ολους να ζουμε μεσα στο ακτιστο Φως της Αναστασεως παντοτε!
We have had a wonderful spring, starting with the inspiring Spiritual Retreat
in April, with our Metropolitan Sotirios and the Metropolis Philoptochos
representatives Mrs. Sapfo Rassias, President, and Zoe Veroutis, VicePresident, and Mrs. Eugenia West, and Kathy Brunato.
Our visiting guests from the Metropolis Philoptochos greatly enjoyed their visit to Winnipeg,
especially meeting the wonderful and gracious parishioners. They enjoyed the delicious home
made food and local hospitality. A huge thanks to all who took the time to make food and share their
time and generosity with our guests.
Η πνευματικη συναξη με τον Σεβασμιωτατον ειχε φοβερη επιτυχια. Οι επισημοι επισκεπτες μας
εμειναν ευχαριστημενοι με το καλο φαγητο την φιλοξενια μας και την ανοιχτη αγκαλια ολων των
ενοριτων της αγαπημενης μας εκκλησιας. Η προεδρος της Μητροπολιτικης Φιλοπτωχου κα. Ρασσια
Σαπφω και η συνοδεια της κα. Βερουτη Ζωη πρωτη αντιπροεδρος η κα. Ευγενια Γουεστ και η
Καθυ Βρουνατο επεστρεψαν στο Τοροντο περνοντας μαζι τους τις καλλιτερες εντυπωσεις απο την
ομορφη Κοινοτητα μας, την μεγαλη μας οικογενεια. Ο Θεος να μας εχει παντα καλα για την δοξα
Του! Ενα μεγαλο ευχαριστω σε ολους.
We would like to wish Fr. Kostas Xronia Polla. Axios!
Τον Νοεμβριο εχουμε εκλογες και παρακαλεισθε οπως προσευχηθητε που και πως θα μπορουσατε
να προσφερετε απο τα χαρισματα και την ωρα σας στην υπεροχη αυτη οργανωση που απλωνει
το χερι της Φιλανθρωπιας παντου γιατι ο πονος και η αναγκη δεν γνωριζει συνορα αρχιζοντας
παντοτε απο την πολη μας γιατι και εδω εχουμε μεγαλες αναγκες. Ολες οι κυριες ειναι ευπρσδεκτες
να γραφτουν μελη και ετσι τιμουμε και την προστατιδα μας την Αγια μας Φιλοθεη την Αθηναια μια
γενναια γυναικα του Χριστου και του Εθνους.
The excitement is growing for this year’s Olympics themed Folklorama Pavilion. We would love to
see you there! Opa!!
Για την Ονομαστικη του Εορτη ευχομαστε στον π. Κωσταντινο. Χρονια Πολλα και ευλογημενα!
ΑΞΙΟΣ!!
May the light of Pascha shine in our hearts forever,
Με μεγαλη χαρα και φετος περιμενουμε να γιορτασουμε το Φολκλοραμα για την προβολη της
Ελλαδας μας. Το θεμα μας ειναι οι Ολυμπιακοι αγωνες που γινοντε φετος στο Ριο ντε Τζανεριο
αποδιδοντας τιμη σε αυτους τους ενδοξους προγονους μας που τους οφειλουμε πολλα.
Philoptochos is welcoming new members. Our bi-annual elections will be held this coming
November. Prayerfully consider to be a part of the leadership team.
Debby Vlahos
Philoptochos President
Παντα με την αγαπη του Αναστημενου Κυριου μας!
Ντεμπυ Βλαχου
Προεδρος της Φιλοπτωχου “And remember the words of the Lord Jesus, He said, It is more blessed to give than to receive”
Acts 20:35
Price list for serving coffee at Memorials, Prayers & Funerals (average size group):
• Coffee & paximadia $300. • Serving of sandwiches brought to the Church - additional fee of $50.
• Two shared memorials $250 each. / Three or more memorials $200 each. • Kolyva and prosfora $200.
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Χριστον ενδυσωμεν, Χριστον θρεψωμεν, Χριστον ενδυσωμεν, Χριστον συναγαγωμεν, Χριστον τιμησωμεν. >>
Αγιος Γρηγοριος ο Θεολογος
Ή αδελφότης προσφέρει τόν καφέ γιά Μνημόσυνα, Τρισάγια, και Κηδείες:
• Παξιμάδια και καφέ $300. • Σάντουιτς που φέρνετε στην Εκκλησία - $50 επιπλέον κόστος για το σερβίρισμα.
• Δύο μνημόσυνα $250 το ένα. / Τρία μνημόσυνα και πάνω $200 το ένα. • Δίσκος και πρόσφορα $200.
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Sunday School
You are invited…
Programs for Kids & Adults:
• Ages 3-18 years (Kindergarten to Grade 12)
When: Sundays, after Holy Communion 11:45-12:30 p.m. in the Manitoba Hellenic
Cultural Centre classrooms.
Dear Parents, Please remember that we will have no Sunday School on the following dates: May 1
(PASCHA) and May 8 (Thomas Sunday). Thomas Sunday is also Mother’s Day, and we
hope our students will all be attending Divine Liturgy with their parents before the Mother’s
Day Lunch. Sunday School will resume on May 15. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: For the upcoming year the Sunday School is looking for
vibrant, energetic, loving teachers (male or female, married or single, parents, or not) to
teach our Grade 4-5-6 class, and also one very flexible individual who would be willing to
be “on call” as a substitute teacher if needed. While you need not have a teaching degree,
regular attendance at church services is desired. Please call Victoria Marckx at 204-5866406, or e-mail at [email protected], or speak to Fr. Kosta. The Board of Directors invites you to our second annual
Mothers’ Day Lunch
for the wonderful women in our lives.
Where: St. Demetrios Church Main Hall
When: 8th of May 2016, after Liturgy
Cost: $20 / per person (children 12 and under $10)
Call the church office for more information. No booking is required, but we would
like to have an indication of numbers so we can cater.
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Parents please help your children fill their OCMC Mission boxes and return them to either
their Greek School classes or their Sunday School classes on May 14-15, so we can send
those needed funds to the Orthodox Christian Mission Center! Thank you!
God Bless you all. May God keep us all under his care and watchful eye. Rev. Father Konstantinos Tsiolas
Parish Priest
Websites to visit:
Victoria Marckx
Director, Sunday School
http://www.goarch.org/ http://gocanada.org/
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Greek School
Greek Orthodox Youth Association (GOYA)
On behalf of everyone at Greek School, we wish you
UPCOMING YOUTH EVENTS
FOR ΜΑΥ
Χριστός Ανέστη!
Rejoice! Christ has risen!
Last day of classes are on Saturday, May 14th.
Graduation, closing ceremony and dance recital, Saturday, May
28th.
NO CLASSES on May 21st
Christ has Risen! Truly He Is Risen!
Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate the All Night Vigil. We hope that the
event has filled your heart with all of God’s love.
As the school year comes to an end, we reflect fondly on the many
memories made at Greek School. We sincerely hope everyone has
enjoyed the year!
Thank you also to those GOYAns and YALers who came and helped with The Junior
Orthodox Youth (JOY) who are in Greek School and Sunday School at the Lazarus Saturday
Retreat.
We would like to thank the teaching staff and assistants for their dedication to our Greek School. The
knowledge that they share with our children forms the foundation for which our language and culture
which will be passed on from generation to generation.
GOYA:
May 12 (7-8:30pm) – Discussion with Father in the Boardroom.
Thank you to all the parents and the entire Community for their support of our events. We have once
again had a very successful year.
May 27 (Friday night) - Sharpen your brain and meet us at CODEBREAKERS Escape room.
202-110 Osborne St.
Registrations and registration fee ($25 per child) will be accepted in the church office or inperson on the following Saturdays:
This is a team building exercise and promises to be fun. The event costs $20 a person but
will be subsidized by the Youth Account. Your cost is $10.
May 7th (12pm-1pm)
May 14th (12pm-1pm)
May 28th (10am-12pm)
A special Registration email will be sent to parents with all of the information, dates and forms.
Registration forms will also be available at the registration desk during those times. Please read the
forms carefully.
To ensure early registration discount, please register before May 28th.
(**Date and Time for this event may be subject to change by Codebreakers**)
** Please note I will be out of town May 9th to the 14th**, contact Father if you have
any concerns.
Events are open to all!! Feel free to bring a friend.
Any questions, please contact Prez Nia – [email protected]
Thank you for your continued support.
Greek School depends on the support and involvement of the entire Community.
Please support our events.
Greek School gratefully accepts any donations to assist in its operations.
*** Tax receipts are available ***
Check out our Facebook page, GOYA Winnipeg, for all the latest updates!
Follow us on instagram at @goya_wpg.
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CAMP MET WINNIPEG
Join us for six days of fellowship,
prayer, games, and fun, as we
leave the world behind and focus
on God and our relationship with
Him and each other.
AUGUST 22 to 27, 2016
Camp Wasaga, Clear Lake
Early Bird Registration (Until May 30): $300/camper
Registration (May 30 - July 15): $370/camper
Out of Province campers: $300/camper
AHEPA FAMILY Announcements
AHEPA FAMILY Announcements
WINNIPEG CHAPTERS
“Order of AHEPA Polikos Aster Chapter CJ8 Inc.” established in 1930
Daughters of Penelope Elysia Chapter 124 formed in 1944
Sons of Pericles Chapter and
Maids of Athena Chapter Olympia 229 organized in the 1970s
AHEPA ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
June 26th, 2016
John Blumeburg Golf & Country Club
AHEPA IN MANITOBA / Η ΑΧΕΠΑ ΣΤΗ ΜΑΝΙΤΟΜΠΑ
Η ΑΧΕΠΑ ιδρύθηκε το 1922 στις ΗΠΑ, οργανώθηκε στον Καναδά το 1928 καί στην Μανιτόμπα το
1930. Έχει μακρά καί πλούσια ιστορία με σημαντικά επιτεύγματα γιά τον ελληνισμό τού Καναδά,
της Αμερικής, της Αυστραλίας, της Κύπρου καί της Ελλάδας καί γιά τις κοινονίες σ’αυτές τις χώρες. Το έργο της ΑΧΕΠΑ συνεχίζεται με υποστήρηξη γιά την Ορθοδοξία, την ελληνική γλώσσα, τον
ελληνικό πολιτισμό καί την φιλανθρωπία. Όλοι είναι ευπρόσδεκτοι να προσφέρουν στο σπουδαίο
αυτό έργο.
The mission of AHEPA in Canada, which is shared by the Winnipeg Chapters, is to promote
Hellenism, Education, Philanthropy, Civic Responsibility, Family and Individual Excellence. The
main objectives of AHEPA are to promote mutual understanding between Hellenic and other
Canadians, preserve and promote Hellenic culture and language while encouraging its members
to participate in the civic and commercial life of our society. AHEPA strives to improve the human
condition through its support of numerous charitable causes. While pursuing the above ideals,
AHEPA encourages loyalty to Canada and respect for its traditions, discourages the interference of
any religion in governmental affairs, and provides links with Hellenic people in Greece (Hellas) and
the Diaspora. Join us to make a difference!
Ελάτε να κάνουμε την διαφορά!!
Websites: www.ahepacanada.org or www.ahepa.org.
Proceeds from the AHEPA Golf Tournament are used to fund scholarships for
students and provide funds to charities. Our charity of choice this year is:
If you wish to participate, all entry forms must be
submitted by June 18th, 2016.
For more information please contact:
Upcoming Events:
The next AHEPA meeting is scheduled for Tuesday May 03, 2016 at 7:30 pm in the Main Hall.
George Mavridis at 204-792-0758
We have several sponsorship levels available. If you are
interested in supporting this great event, please contact
George Mavridis.
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AHEPA FAMILY Announcements
AHEPA FAMILY Announcements
AHEPA SCHOLARSHIPS
TO BE AWARDED AT THE 2016 “OXI DAY” BANQUET
For scholarship applications, questions, or information contact:
Scholarships for High School Graduates (registered in first year in a University or College):
1.) Penelope Scholarship; worth $1,000;
sponsor: Winnipeg Daughters of Penelope Chapter.
2.) Alexander the Great Scholarship; worth $1,500;
sponsor: Winnipeg AHEPA Chapter.
Scholarships for University or College Students (completed at least one year of study):
3.) Socrates Scholarship; worth $1,500;
sponsor: Winnipeg AHEPA Chapter.
4.) Aristotle Scholarship; worth $1,500;
sponsor: HPAM (Hellenic Professional Association of Manitoba).
Scholarships for Science, Engineering, Graduate Studies or University-based licensed
professions:
5.) Science or Engineering scholarship; worth $2,000;
sponsor: Demetrios and Helene Kontzamanis.
6.) Archimedes Scholarship; worth $1,500;
sponsor: previous scholarship recipients and their parents.
Scholarship for Hellenic Studies at a Manitoba University:
Christos Katopodis at 204-261-1482 OR [email protected]
Chair, AHEPA Scholarship Committee
Συγχαρητήρια σ’ όλους τούς υποτρόφους της ΑΧΕΠΑ και στις οικογένειες τους.
Τις καλύτερες ευχές μας για ακαδημαϊκές και επαγγελματικές επιτυχίες
σε όλους τους φοιτητές μας, είτε έχουν πάρει υποτροφία είτε όχι.
ΚΑΙ ΕΙΣ ΑΝΩΤΕΡΑ!
ΚΑΛΗ ΑΚΑΔΗΜΑΙΚΗ ΧΡΟΝΙΑ ΣΕ ΟΛΟΥΣ ΤΟΥΣ ΦΟΙΤΗΤΕΣ ΜΑΣ!
WISHING A GREAT ACADEMIC YEAR TO ALL OUR STUDENTS!
Thanks to all who continue to contribute funds for Winnipeg AHEPA scholarships
In total, from 1990 to 2015, 96 AHEPA scholarships amounting to $126,000 have
been awarded to worthy students. A few individuals contributing a few hundred dollars
per year can sustain a scholarship for a long time! Scholarships could also be another
meaningful way to remember a loved one or be a part of your estate planning.
ΥΠΟΣΤΗΡΙΞΕΤΕ ΑΥΤΟ ΤΟ ΠΡΟΓΡΑΜΜΑ!
SUPPORT THIS PROGRAM AND RECEIVE AN INCOME TAX DEDUCTION!
ΧΡΙΣΤΟΣ ΑΝΕΣΤΗ! CHRISTOS ANESTI!
7.) Plato Scholarship for Hellenic Studies; worth $1,500;
sponsor: Winnipeg AHEPA Chapter,
For students from any heritage from Manitoba, Canada or any other country, registered for
undergraduate or graduate Hellenic Studies at any Manitoba University.
THANKSGIVING DAY IN CANADA, 10 OCTOBER 2016, IS THE DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS WITH ALL DOCUMENTS REQUESTED
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Daughters of Penelope
Daughters of Penelope
From the Daughters of Penelope to all our friends in the Greek Community of Winnipeg
Can you help?
Do you want to make a positive difference to your local community and make new friends by
belonging in an international community?
Οι Θυγατέρες της Πηνελόπης επιθυμούν να ευχαριστήσουν όλα τα μέλη της κοινότητος μας, για τη
γενναιοδωρία που έδειξαν για την αγορά των λουκουμάδων.
Επίσης σας προσκαλούμε όλους στο ετήσιο φιλανθρωπικό δείπνο (ορφανοτροφείο Ελλάδος, καθώς
και τοπικά ιδρύματα) στις 14 Μαΐου.
Το ίδιο βράδυ θα γίνει και η κλήρωση του ταξιδιού στην ωραία μας Ελλάδα, καθώς και άλλες
κληρώσεις.
Ελάτε να περάσουμε μια ωραία βραδιά!!!
Σας ευχόμεθα καλό και ευλογημένο Πάσχα!!!
Join the Daughters of Penelope
Established in 1929
“Inspire”
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the AHEPA Family is to promote Hellenism, Education, Philanthropy, Civic
Responsibility, and Family and Individual Excellence.
OBJECTIVES
The objectives of the Daughters of Penelope are to encourage and promote loyalty to the country
in which they live, cultivate the ideals and traditions of Hellenism, promote opportunities of
education and promote the spirit of cooperation while working closely and in harmony with the
entire AHEPA Family.
The Daughters of Penelope help through monetary contributions. They volunteer in many different
organizations and support local needs, award scholarships, help the less fortunate, support their
local church, and make a huge difference in their community.
Οι Θυγατέρες της Πηνελόπης
Εισιτήρια και πληροφορίες Nicki Douklias, and all the members
SPRING
FUNDRAISING
DINNER
Whether you are new to Winnipeg or have wondered “what do the Daughters do?”
Join us at our next meeting to find out and make a difference!
Hosted by the Daughters of Penelope
ΧΡΙΣΤΟΣ ΑΝΕΣΤΗ! CHRISTOS ANESTI!
May 14th 2016 - 6:00 pm
Regular meetings are held the second Thursday of each month in the St Demetrios Church hall.
at
St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church
2255 Grant Avenue
Nicki Douklias
President Winnipeg Chapter 204-889-6400
Cost: $20.00 for Adults, $5.00 for Children under 12
The draw for the Round Trip for Two to Greece raffle will take place
the same evening. Raffle tickets may be purchased for $5.00 each from
Daughters of Penelope members.
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Cypriot Association
Cypriot Association
ST. NEOPHYTOS, THE UNKNOWN CYPRIOT SAINT?
going against his vow to remain in his cave. When it was necessary, he would write general epistles which were
sent to the various parish throughout Cyprus.
Saint Neophytos observed that the growing numbers of the faithful and those who desired to attend to his
teaching were depriving him of his cherished solitude. He decided that after forty years in his beloved cave of
the Holy Cross he would have to leave and go higher up on the precipice. Placing a ladder on the ledge outside
his cave he stood on top of the ladder and excavated a small opening which with time he enlarged so that it
would become his new place of habitation. Once the new cave was complete he wished to make a ledge upon
which he could walk. As the ledge was nearing completion, a boulder was dislodged and, as it rolled, it would
take with it the man of God. Just as the Saint was about to roll off the ledge and fall to his death, by miracle the
boulder was held back.
St. Neophytos was born in the year 1134 of pious Orthodox parents who had eight children. His parents,
Athanasios and Evdoxia, strove to impart to their children a love for our Lord. Evdoxia upon the death of her
husband entered a convent. The family was extremely poor and the Saint had to till the fields with his father
and was not able to attend school even for one day. When Saint Neophytos became eighteen years old, his
parents, according to the custom of the time, undertook to arrange a marriage for him.
Even at that young age, St. Neophytos had come to understand the vanity of this world and his soul desired
to give itself completely to the Savior. He secretly departed from his paternal home and sought to find
a monastery where his parents would not find him. He reached Mount Koutsoventes where he found a
monastery dedicated to Saint John Chrysostom.
In this monastery, the Saint was given the obedience to work in the vineyards. He remained in this service for
five years, praying and studying the word of God night and day. Although had never attended school, through
the Grace of God he was soon not only able to read, but could recite by heart the Psalms of Prophet David.
As well, the Lord gave him such understanding that his writings can be compared with the works of the great
Fathers of the Church. It is estimated that he was the author of many works totaling as much as five thousand
pages. Currently scholars at the University of Edinburgh Scotland are preparing to publish the surviving
writings of Saint Neophytos.
Following his stay at the monastery, St. Neophytos wanted to leave Cyprus to go to Mount Latros in Asia Minor
where most of the fathers from Palestine and Egypt had gathered. However, when the he reached the port
city of Paphos, he was arrested by the guards of that city who suspected that he was a fugitive. He was bound
and cast into prison where he remained for a sufficient length of time. Certain Christians of the city learned of
his situation and arranged for his release. Seeing this as a sign from God, the Saint determined not to leave
Cyprus.
Not having any particular place in mind he left the city and directed himself toward the highlands. North of
Paphos, high on a mountain he found a desert place with a steep precipice On closer examination he was able
to discern a small cave and immediately the Saint knew that this was the desert which the Lord selected for
him. This cave was found on the Feast of Saint John the Baptist, June 24th, 1159, where he enclosed himself
giving it the name Enkleistra or Enclosure, and laid the foundation for the present day monastery.
His fame in the new cave known as New Zion, spread everywhere and many flocked to him for his prayers
and blessing, and to become his disciples. After much pleading he consented to accept a few disciples, later
commanding that his monastery never exceed eighteen fathers. In a divine vision, Basil, the Bishop of Paphos,
who had great love and veneration for Saint Neophytos, pleaded with him to accept ordination from his hands.
Finally, in obedience the man of God received the Grace of the Priesthood. He was thirty-six years of age when
through Gods Providence he entered the final stage of preparation which would make him the spiritual father of
all Cyprus when the Latin cloud would descend upon it.
St. Neophytos reposed on April 12th, 1219 (at the age of 85) after having given the people of Cyprus the
guidance which would assist them in resisting the efforts of the Papists. The Grace that flowed from that holy
cave, however, would not cease. His presence was something the people of Cyprus always felt although for
hundreds of years no one knew where his Holy Relic was. On September 27th, 1750, a certain monk who had
thought that he found a hollow space in the wall of the Enkleistra was overcome by temptation and imagined that
there was a treasure to be found behind the wall. That night he waited for the fathers to sleep and he went to the
Cave of the Holy Cross with a pickaxe and made an opening in the wall. He was then struck down by a Divine
hand. When he came to himself, he ran to the abbot to confess his sin. The abbot, realizing the true nature of
the treasure that was found, summoned the other fathers and lifted the marble cover and immediately the cave
was filled with indescribable fragrance. Since then the 28th of September is also kept as a feast day by our Holy
Church.
The St. Neophytos main church of the monastery was built around 200 years after his death and is dedicated
to the Virgin Mary. On his way to Jerusalem to take part in the Third Crusade, Richard the Lion-hearted invaded and captured
Cyprus on May 6, 1191, and subsequently sold it to the monastic order of the Knights Templars, who in turn sold
it to the deposed King of Jerusalem, Guy de Lusignan, in 1192. The Franks introduced the Feudal system and all
Cypriots became serfs. The Orthodox Church was persecuted and all educated people and most bishops were
forced to leave. Using similar methods in Southern Italy and in Sicily, the Papacy forced the people to become
Roman Catholics.
Saint Neophytos, at fifty-eight years of age, was called on by God to undertake a new struggle as the spiritual
guide of all Cyprus. In 1196 under the direction of Pope Celestine III, a Latin Metropolitan along with suffragan
bishops were given the spiritual leadership of the people of Cyprus. This was the Papal policy in all the conquered
lands where there were Orthodox. Saint Neophytos led the resistance against the latinization of Cyprus without
A famous painter, Theodoros Apsevdis, undertook to paint the frescoes in the Enkleistra. You can also see
Byzantine icons of exceptional artistic quality in the main church of the monastery and also visit the museum of
the monastery, which has exhibits from both the ancient period and Byzantine period.
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Interesting places for the visitor are the cave with the cell of Saint Neophytos (Enkleistra). The Enkleistra, an
enclosure carved out of the mountain by the hermit, contains some of the finest Byzantine frescoes dating from
the 12th to the 15th century. His rock-table and the stone platform on which he slept are still preserved in his
cell, as is his grave. According to legend, this grave is adjusted so that it comes to measures whoever tries it.
Kefi Dancers (Senior, Junior, Adult)
Dance Classes for the 2015/2016 Season:
Come and have some fun
and learn about Pontian dance.
Psarakia (grades 1-3) and Delfinakia (grades 4-6) will continue to have dance class during
Greek School. If your child is NOT registered in Greek School and would like to participate
in dance classes, please contact the Greek School for exact practice times for each grade.
Jr. Kefi (grades 7-11): Classes will be Sundays from 6-7pm in the MHCC multipurpose
room, unless otherwise noted. Registration fee is $50 per student.
Jr. Kefi dance practices will be held on the following days:
May 08, 2016
May 15, 2016
May 29, 2016
Please contact Agapi Katrakis at [email protected] or 204-588-4870 if you are unable to
attend dance practice. If less than four (4) dancers are available, dance practice will
be cancelled.
Everyone is welcome!
Meetings take place every Sunday from 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. in the MPR of the Manitoba
Hellenic Cultural Center.
(We are collecting $25.00 from everyone who is interested in taking part. All proceeds will
be donated to the church as a thank you for letting us use the hall.)
The Jr. Kefi assistant instructor for this year is Sam Korantzopoulos. She can be
contacted at email: [email protected].
Sr. Kefi (grade 12 and up): There will be no dance practice for the entire month of May for
the Senior dance group.
Adult Recreational Class: Classes will be postponed until Fall of 2016.
For more information and to register please contact:
Gabriel Simeonidis
phone: 204-771-8255 (cell) / 204-334-2785 (home)
email: [email protected]
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Hellenic Professionals Association of Manitoba
About the organization
The Hellenic Professional Association of Manitoba (HPAM) was founded in 1984. The
mission of the HPAM is to promote the unique qualities of our Hellenic heritage and culture
within the diverse, multi-ethnic society of Canada. The HPAM strives to achieve visibility
for our community whether by participating in multi-cultural events or by taking part in
public affairs. The HPAM also acts as an intermediary body, providing assistance and
support for Hellenes in their community affairs and information for those inquiring about
the Hellenic community. As well, the HPAM encourages its members to foster personal
relationships by participating in activities and events organized by the organization, by
sitting on committees, and by communicating personal views and ideas. The HPAM also
supports the youth of the Community, by serving as mentors and guides to young people
who wish to pursue a professional career, and through its support of the Community Greek
RECATECHISM
EXPLORING THE GOSPEL
ACCORDING TO SAINT MATTHEW
EACH FRIDAY AT 6:00 PM
MAY 6: NO RE-CATECHISM
School.
MAY 13: PETER WALKS TOWARD JESUS UPON THE WATERS
Our organization is approximately 50 members strong. Our current 2016 Board of
MAY 20: “EVEN THE DOGS EAT THE CRUMBS
Directors are George Argyriou, Stasa Veroukis, Agapi Katrakis, Mike Houvardas, Maria
Mitousis, Reannah Hocken, Demos Polyzois, and Louesa Polyzoi.
If you are interested in becoming a member please contact any one of the board members
or attend any of our events.
HPAM is now online! Check out our website at www.hpamwpg.vpweb.ca. The site is still a
work in progress so please check back for updates. Please send me any photos you have
from our last event or other past events. Send us a email to [email protected].
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FROM THE MASTER’S TABLE”
MAY 27: JESUS’ TRANSFIGURATION UPON MOUNT TABOR
~A Lenten Dinner is always provided~
Everyone Welcome
LECTURER:
Reader Xenios Marckx, M. Ed., M. Div.
(204) 586-6406 [email protected]
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100 YEARS IN WINNIPEG
GREEK COMMUNITY PHOTO ARCHIVE
You may contact Vicki Apostolopoulos or Agapi Katrakis of the Centennial Celebration Committee at
[email protected] if you would like us to pick up the photos for scanning, or to email a digital
photo. All print copies will be returned once scanned.
JOIN THE CELEBRATION COMMITTEE!
Are you interested in being part of the Centennial Celebration Committee? This committee is
responsible for events and activities for the 2017 year, including the March 25th Gala. There are
many different events and tasks that need support, including:
- website design
- Gala decor
- gathering sponsorships
- yearbook development - media coordination
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The Greek Community of Winnipeg will be celebrating 100 years of incorporation in the City of
Winnipeg. As part of the commemoration of this community milestone we are gathering photographs
showcasing our wonderful community to be part of a Community Archive. The photos may be print
or digital copies.
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Do you have photos of Greek Community events, such as celebratory dinners, dinner/dances,
Folklorama, Kefi performances, Church events, and Greek school? If yes, we want them!
For children
ages 0 to 6
ONGOING:
❀ We are looking for toy donations for our play group appropriate for babies and toddlers.
Please contact Dina, parent coordinator, before bringing items.
❀ Desirable items: tricycles, scooters, push chairs, toy babies, toy strollers, see-saw,
trucks, interactive tablets, dolls … Please note we cannot accept items with small parts.
GET INVOLVED - COORDINATE LILIPOUPOLI NEXT YEAR:
Are you interested in helping organize the Lilipoupoli group for next year?? It’s fun and easy!!
Please contact Dina for any questions and inquiries.
UPCOMING DATES: 1. CAMP DAY LILIPOUPOLI - Mrs. Vana Aglogallos has graciously offered to host a play
day/BBQ at their cottage for the entire family on Saturday June 18th in Winnipeg Beach! More specific details to follow...
If you are interested in being a part of a momentous year for our community, please contact Agapi
Katrakis and Vicki Apostolopoulos at [email protected]. Our first meeting will be held on
Wednesday, May 11th at 7:30pm in the MHCC multipurpose room. WINE BOTTLE DONATIONS REQUESTED
The Centennial Celebration Committee is looking for empty wine bottles of all shapes and sizes as
part of the decor for the March 25th 2017 Gala. If you have wine bottles for donation, please contact
Agapi or Vicki at [email protected], or drop off your empty bottles at the church office. 2. END OF YEAR PARTY - Friday June 24th.
Where:
Manitoba Hellenic Cultural Centre at 2255 Grant Avenue.
When:
Fridays 10:00 am to 12:00 pm (weather permitting).
Cost:
The suggested donation is $3 each time you bring your child. There is no
registration, so you may bring your child whenever you want.
Contact: Dina Kyriakopoulos (cell 204-962-8989 / [email protected])
Twitter : @stdemetrios, @ntinakdina
Thank you!
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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
> Please do not use the handicap spaces if you do not have a need for it.
> Sunday, May 08, 2016 will be a Mothers Day Luncheon after Divine Liturgy. Let’s
celebrate Mother’s Day together. Moms please give us memory photos of your children
to be shown during the luncheon. Thank you!
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SAVE THE DATE:
> Friday, June 24, 2016 - Lilipoupoli ‘End of the Year’ Party!
> Sunday, September 25, 2016 - Hellenic Civilization Annual Lecture Series presents Dr. Leslie
Kurke: “Gendered Spheres and Mythic Models in Sappho’s Brothers Poem” - 3:00 pm at 118 St.
Johns College, University of Manitoba.
CONSULAR GENERAL VISIT TO WINNIPEG
Due to the lack of interest the Consulate General will not be visiting us soon. We can
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Fundraiser for:
Camp Metamorphosis Winnipeg
Thursday June 23, 2016
7pm – 9:30
St. Demetrios Church
2255 Grant Ave, Winnipeg, MB
COST: $45
LIMITED NUMBER OF SEATS AVAILABLE!
To reserve your spot, register online at:
https://www.paintnite.com/events/1070030.html
No skill necessary! A Paint Nite artist will guide you step-by-step in creating your masterpiece!
All paint supplies are provided. Just bring yourself and a few friends!!
Campers are encouraged to attend.
reapply for September.
FOLKLORAMA 2016
Contact: Father Kosta
The Folklorama Committee is looking for some
Greek decor (used, but in excellent condition)
to be sold at the Gift Boutique for the Greek
Pavilion.
Some items that sell at our shop include vases,
plates, cups, needlepoint, icons, crosses, etc.
They are all items that people buy from our
Pavilion. If you have any items that you wish
to donate, please contact the Church Office at
204-889-8723.
Complimentary snacks. Cash Wine Bar.
JOIN US FOR THIS FUN NITE IN SUPPORT OF CAMP MET
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Community Event Photos
PHOTOGRAPHERS WANTED
Do you enjoy taking photos? Do you enjoy attending community events? If yes, we need
you! We are looking for volunteers to photo-document community and church events. The
images taken may be used for community or church publications, such as the Community
Bulletin, website and event posters, as well as added to the Community Archive. Anyone
who is interested please contact the Centennial Celebration Committee at 100yearswpg@
gmail.com.
Volunteers from the
Greek Independence
Dinner & Dance
(19 March 2016, St. Demetrios Greek
Church)
GREEK FOLK COSTUMES
Our community prides itself on having an extensive collection of authentic Greek folk
costumes. These costumes are worn by our community groups for dance performances,
as well as at events while representing our community.
We would like to expand this collection, particularly the costumes for our youth. Currently,
we have a limited number of costumes that will fit this age group, and we have an
increasing interest from the kids to wear costumes during their dance performances.
If you have a costume that you would like to donate to the community for use by
community groups, such as Kefi and Greek School, please drop them off in the church
office with the Office Administrator. All sizes and regions are welcome! If you require
a costume to be picked up, or would like to sponsor the purchase of a child’s Greek folk
costume, please contact Agapi Katrakis at 204-588-4870 or [email protected].
If anyone has a costume or costumes for children sizes 5-14 that they would like to donate
directly to our Greek School, please contact Greek School Principal Athena Dinos.
Printing of this month’s bulletin generously donated by
Jim Hrousalas and family.
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Community Event Photos
Community Event Photos
March 25th Flag Raising, City Hall
with reception hosted by Mayor Brian Bowman
(24 March 2016)
Representatives from the Greek Community with Mayor Brian Bowman
Ὁ Ὕμνος εἰς τὴν Ἐλευθερίαν
Τῇ Yπερμάχῳ
Σὲ γνωρίζω ἀπὸ τὴν κόψη
τοῦ σπαθιοῦ τὴν τρομερή,
σὲ γνωρίζω ἀπὸ τὴν ὄψη,
ποῦ μὲ βία μετράει τὴ γῆ.
Τῇ ὑπερμάχῳ στρατηγῷ τὰ νικητήρια,
Ὡς λυτρωθεῖσα τῶν δεινῶν εὐχαριστήρια,
Ἀναγράφω σοι ἡ Πόλις σου Θεοτόκε.
Ἀλλ’ ὡς ἔχουσα τὸ κράτος ἀπροσμάχητον,
Ἐκ παντοίων με κινδύνων ἐλευθέρωσον,
Ἵνα κράζω σοι· Χαῖρε νύμφη ἀνύμφευτε.
Ἀπ᾿ τὰ κόκαλα βγαλμένη
τῶν Ἑλλήνων τὰ ἱερά,
καὶ σὰν πρῶτα ἀνδρειωμένη,
χαῖρε, ὢ χαῖρε, Ἐλευθεριά!
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Community Event Photos
4th Salutations to the
Theotokos service &
Spiritual Retreat
with
His Eminence Metropolitan Sotirios
(8 & 9 April 2016, St. Demetrios Greek Church)
Development of a Greek Community within
Charleswood Care Centre
Goal: to develop a grouping of Greek Residents within the care centre. Ideally, with a large enough group
there would be the opportunity to re-design one unit for the Greek Residents to include an adjoining lounge
and dining area.
Considerations:
• Menu and diet with opportunities to enjoy traditional Greek foods
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Celebration of significant Greek Orthodox events: Christmas, Easter and Annunciation of the Virgin
Mary (August 15th)
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Opportunities for the priest from the Greek Orthodox Church to visit and provide services if desired.
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Opportunities for members of the Greek Community to visit with several Residents together in a
group setting.
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Opportunities for members of the Greek community to come and provide entertainment and share
other aspects of the culture with other Residents and staff to help the larger care centre population
understand the Greek culture more fully.
•
Tours for members of the Greek community to become familiar with the care centre.
All of the above considerations are possible now within our current set-up and structure. This would help to
build the sense of understanding and unity with the Greek community.
Next steps:
Members of the Seniors Group to visit the care centre to become more familiar with the structure and set
up. They will be the main contact for the day– to–day planning going forward.
Contacts:
Christos Argiriou, Greek Community board member: primary contact for any questions or concerns.
Shelley Ireland, Social Worker from the care centre: primary contact to discuss placement of residents at the
care centre and to provide tours.
Linda Sundevic, Executive Director (5501 Roblin Boulevard, Charleswood Care Centre 204-833-3660):
primary contact for the development of a grouping of Residents and discussions of a partnership to develop
common and dining space (construction).
If you have a loved one currently in a care facility or are looking into future residency, and you are
interested in the opportunity of residence within a Greek unit at the Charleswood Care Centre,
please contact Mr. Chris Argiriou via the Church office at 204-889-8723.
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VERVERIS
Hosting an event or meeting?
Our facilities at the Manitoba Hellenic Cultural
Centre and St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox
Church can accommodate:
• special events and parties for family & friends
• host business meetings, and lectures.
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Email: [email protected]
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We are flexible and able to work with any
budget and catering needs. Catering
recommendations are available.
Weddings / wedding showers / birthdays /
baby showers / baptisms / business functions
Please contact the Greek Community office
at 204-889-8723
for further information and pricing.
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DO YOU HAVE NEWS FOR THE BULLETIN?
Send us your photos and event information for inclusion in the Bulletin!
We would love to include as many happenings as possible for promotion to our Greek
Community. If you attend an event please send us your photos. If you have an event to
publicize, send us the information for inclusion.
Στείλτε μας τις φωτογραφίες και τα γεγονότα σας για να συμπεριληφθούν σε αυτό το
ενημερωτικό δελτίο! Θα θέλαμε πολύ να συμπεριλάβουμε όσο πιο πολλά γεγονότα είναι
δυνατόν στην Ελληνική μας κοινότητα. Αν παραστείτε σε κάποια εκδήλωση, παρακαλούμε
στείλτε μας τις φωτογραφίες και τις πληροφορίες σας.
Contacts
Editors: Fr. Konstantinos Tsiolas ([email protected] / 204-889-8723)
Stasa Veroukis-Regina ([email protected] / 204-960-2151)
Layout & Content Coordinator: Maria Mavridis ([email protected])
Content Coordinator: Anastasia Tertigka ([email protected] / 204-889-8723)
Advertising: Takis Iacovides (204-889-8723)
For information regarding your bulletin advertising, please contact
Mr. Takis Iacovides.
Διά πληροφορίες σχετικά με διαφημίσεις σας επικοινωνήστε με τον
κ. Τάκης Ιακωβίδης.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
ΕΥΧΑΡΙΣΤΟΥΜΕ ΓΙΑ ΤΗΝ ΥΠΟΣΤΗΡΙΞΗ ΣΑΣ!