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Mission Statement

To lead people to God through Orthodox Christianity and to provide ways for them to live and share God’s love.

“The Church: the place where things happen.” In his keynote address to the Metropolis Clergy/Laity Assembly, an event hosted by this parish on September 24-26, Metropolitan Savas defined the church as “the place where things happen.” I never thought of it in this way, but his words were well chosen. Things do indeed happen in the Church.

Community happens. People share together the sorrows and joys of life and of living. They pray together, sing together, study together, they work on philanthropic, educational and fundraising projects.

In my opinion, I wish that we did not need the income from the Greek Festival; I wish that we did not depend on selling baklava to keep our doors open. But even if we did not need the income, we would need the Festival. It is the catalyst for great camaraderie. People who pray together but who do not

otherwise connect find themselves in a new relationship. People who rarely attend church come to work the Festival “religiously.”

People who do not belong to this church come year in and year out to help.

Our children experience community through a number of programs- Greek School, GOYA, Orthodox Education, the Hellenic Dancers, JOY, summer camp, HOPE, altar boys. Outside the church, our children are pulled in many directions by school activities, athletic activities, music and dance and much more- there is no denying this. The church offers similar activities, but in the context of a faith community, where the values that support its programs are both holy and helpful. When children connect well with the church community, they develop friendships that last a lifetime.

Learning happens. A lot of learning opportunities occur. The obvious ones are religious and language instruction for our children through Orthodox Education and the Greek School. Then we have sermons. At this time we have two priests and two graduates of theology school (and candidates for the priesthood), George Athanasiou and Tom Drenen, who are authorized by Metropolitan Savas to give sermons. We currently have four adult religious education programs- the Orthodox Forum, the Men’s Group Bible Study, the St. Makrina Bible Study, and the Wednesday potluck suppers offered during Great Lent. A fifth program, a monthly book study group, is in the process of formation. The less obvious opportunities are the Matins and Vespers services, where theological feasts are routinely served in the form of hymns. Many of our parents’ and grandparents’ generation learned profound theology without having much formal education, because they knew hymns by heart.

Philanthropy happens. Our Philoptochos is a powerhouse in this area. It has a partnership with a neighborhood elementary school (Fairfax Elementary) to provide economic and material support to children and families, when requested by the school’s social worker. It offers parties at a local women’s shelter 3 times a year (Christmas, Valentines’ Day, Mothers’ Day). In recent years it has organized mission trips to Appalachia, Ontario and Madagascar. It constructed a chapel for the Entrance of the Theotokos Skete near Hayesville, Ohio.

Our Director of Youth Ministries George Athanasiou is currently working on our next mission trip, a week at Project Mexico, where our youth will construct a home for a needy family. Look for more information in the near future.

Sanctification happens. Above all the Church exists to lift up humanity and bring it closer to God. Within every human being is an inner craving, a hunger that is not satisfied by gourmet meals, fine wine, ornate homes or large portfolios. We instinctively sense that we are meant for something else. We want God’s companionship. The Church is called “the body of Christ” because it makes God’s presence known, albeit imperfectly. Baptism involves our participation in the burial and resurrection of the Lord. In marriage we stand before God and community entreating that our most intimate relationship resemble the relationship of Christ and Church. In Communion His blood is mixed with our blood, and His Body becomes part of ours. Confession is the occasion for putting down our guard and taking off the masks that we wear; there we stand, unarmed and helpless before God. It is both intimidating and invigorating.

In the Church things happen. Community happens; learning happens; philanthropy happens; sanctification happens. Things

October/November 2015

In this issue: Page 3 President’s

Message Treasurer’s

Report Page 4 General Assembly

Announcement

Page 5, 6 Stewardship Page 7 2015 Festival Page 8 Youth and Young

Adult Ministries Page 9 Philoptochos Page 10-14 Community News Library Page 15 In Memoriam

Page, 16, 17 October/

November Calendars

A publication of

Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Cathedral 3352 Mayfield Road · Cleveland Heights, OH 44118

Tel: 216-932-3300 · Fax: 216-932-0825

Fr. Stephen Callos Fr. Peter Metallinos

Fr. Stephen e-mail: [email protected] Office email: [email protected]

Koinonia email: [email protected] Website: www.stsconstantine.com

MinistriesParish Council—2015

Clay White, President George Stamatis

Fay Miller, Vice President Bill Davros

Marguarite Stephanopoulos, Secretary/Social Costa J. Sarris

Costa Tsatiris, Treasurer Tom Parras, Home

Harry Cashy, Assistant Treasurer Bill Chevako, Home

Richard Warren, Stewardship Gus Kallergis

Philoptochos—2015—2017

Toni Madden, President Elaine Joaquin, Makarias

Heidi Peters, Vice President/Inreach Susan Trumbull, Membership

Maria Kallergis, Secretary Fran Vento, Fundraising

Olympia Christides, Treasurer Susan Schmiedicker, Fundraising

Dena Magoulias, Past President Advisor Maria Kallergis and Niki Kouretas, Outreach

Cathedral Support Groups

Orthodox Forum………….……..Kathy Chimples, John Collis Foundation………….……...….. Steve Osgood

Greek School…………………….…………...Nellie Baltazzi GOYA……….Angelique Myers, Nicole Cramer

Library……………………………………...Thean Pelecanos OCF…………………………..Andrew Kartalis

PTO…………………………………………….Rose Koustis Coffee Hour…………....………….Lynn Fikaris

Sr. Hellenic Dancers………………………………………… Christina Callos, Konstandinos (Bill) Mavrakis, Sandy Latsa

Bookstore…………....……………Jim Huebner

IOCC....……………….…………...Jim Basilion

Jr. Hellenic Dancers……………………………Niki Kouretas St. Hermans FOCUS………...……..Fr. Stephen

OPA Dance Group……………………………..Bill Mavrakis Men’s Bible Study.………..………Peter Poulos

HOPE……………………………..……...…Angelique Berry JOY……......…...Ellen Karavolos, Maria Kehres

Cathedral Staff

George Athanasiou……………………………..…………. …….......…...Youth and Young Adult Ministries

Rose Farinacci-Dibbin………………………………………. ……….……………………....Office Manager

Sandra Maben……………………………………………… ………………...……Assistant Office Manager

Dennis Bell………………………………………………….. ……….………………………...Choir Director

Pericles Corfias…………………………………………….. ………….…………………………….Chanter

Gloria Cloud………………………………..………………. ……....………………….Custodian (Sat.-Sun.)


Treasurer’s Report by Costa Tsatiris

Dear Friends,

It’s hard to imagine but our festival was almost two months ago. Just to think that over a 4 day period we sold almost $390,000 worth of delicious home cooked Greek foods, drinks, and various goods. Compared to last year, we sold

almost $30,000 more!

Obviously, it easy to get carried away and only focus on the monetary success of the festival. We all know that the festival plays an enormous role in our church’s financial health. A successful festival ensures that we can meet the churches obligations. However we wouldn’t have a festival and the festival wouldn’t have been a success without the tireless contributions of the entire community. Personally, I would like to extend an enormous thank you to our volunteers, sponsors and donors for all of your efforts to make the festival a success. What a fabulous combination of faith, culture, friendship,

and teamwork.

We are blessed to have a wonderful and caring community. The good that each one of you does for the community is

immeasurable. I pray that you will continue to show your support and love in 2015 and for years to come.

President’s Message by Clay White

“Thank you.”

It’s a simple phrase and barely sufficient to acknowledge the debt our community owes to its many dedicated volunteers.

We’ve been busy lately at Saints Constantine & Helen. In the past several months, we’ve hosted our annual Greek Festival, the 2015 Metropolis Clergy-Laity and Philoptochos Assembly, a youth picnic, a new book club, weekly lawn bowling events, GOYA basketball, a GOYA service day, Greek School, Sunday School, a pilgrimage to St. Gregory

Palamas Monastery, and much, much more. And we have more planned before the end of the year.

None of this could have happened without a sustained level of commitment from dedicated volunteers. The level of commitment from our community is truly inspiring and motivating. It is a testament to the power of God’s will and to the

amazing things that happen when we allow His will to be manifest through our efforts.

As insufficient as it seems, I offer a sincere thank you, to every one of you, for all of the time and energy you’ve given to God and to our community this year. It has been a very successful year for our community, and we are well positioned for

an exciting and productive 2016.

I’ve always believed that God gives us back much more than we give. I know that our community sometimes requires much from us. I hope you feel, as I do, that God gives us back much more for our efforts in his service, and that you’ve gotten as

much as I from being a contributing member of our community.

Thank you, once again, for everything you’ve done and continue to do for our community.

Your Fellow Servant,

Clay White

If you would like to submit an article, pictures, and/or announcements for the Koinonia, please email Marguarite Stephanopoulos at [email protected] or call 917-459-7533. December/January issue - The deadline for the December/January issue will be Sunday, November 15th and will be mailed to homes in the first week of November.

Include any schedules, announcements, etc. thru July.


October 1, 2015 Dear Parishioners, Be advised that a Parish General Assembly will take place on Sunday, November 15, 2015 beginning at 11:30 a.m. Eastern Time, or as soon as possible thereafter. All parishioners are invited to attend; however, only those who are in good standing (i.e., pledge paid for 2014 and/or pledge form submitted for 2015) are eligible to vote. If you have not submitted a 2015 stewardship pledge form, please do so at your earliest convenience. Forms are available in the Narthex and online at http://www.stsconstantine.com/ministries/stewardship-committee. The agenda for the Parish General Assembly will include the following:

1. Call Meeting to Order / Opening Prayer

2. Election of Chairman

3. Approval of Minutes of previous General Assembly

4. Treasurer’s Report for 2015 and 2016 Budget

5. Festival Report

6. Stewardship Report

7. Foundation Report

8. Philoptochos Report

9. Director of Youth Ministries Report

10. Board of Elections – Elections of Parish Council Members

11. New Business/Old Business

12. Adjournment / Closing Prayer

Certain historical and current financial information is posted on the Parish Council bulletin board. Copies of the final financial statement for 2015 and the proposed budget for 2016 will be available in the Narthex in the weeks leading up to the General Assembly and upon request. If you are interested in serving on the Board of Elections, the Audit Committee, or the Parish Council, please let us know. Every effort is made to keep the meeting as short as possible and accessible to all. Yours truly,

Clay White Rev. Dr. Stephen J. Callos Parish Council President Dean

General Assembly Announcement

Stewardship by Richard Warren

Fellow Parishioners As we begin to close down our 2015 Stewardship campaign I would like to again thank each and every one of you who has taken the time to pledge in 2015. Now comes the hard part: We need you to complete your pledge payments by the

end of 2015. If you have not as yet pledged or paid for 2015 there is still time to make your 2015 contribution.

Please mark all checks with " Stewardship 2015" to enable the office to correctly post the payment. You will soon be receiving information about the 2016 campaign which starts in October. In closing I would like to share an article written by Father Mark Sietsema Pastor of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Lansing Michigan.

Your Fellow Steward in Christ,

Dick Warren

STEWARDSHIP: No Magic Pills Fr. Mark Sietsema

Traveling as I have so much over the last three months, and being one who sleeps poorly in hotel rooms, I have seen lately more than my share of television at what I call the “Magic Pill Hour.” You might know yourself, those wee hours of the morning when you can flip channels and find infomercial after infomercial touting the miracle solution to every problem in our American life. There is a magic pill to help you stop smoking, a magic pill to help you have clearer skin, and above all, there are magic pills to make you lose weight. You don’t need prescription drugs, you don’t need will-power, you don’t need the slow, steady work of diet and exercise. You only need three easy payments of $19.95 … if you call right now, operators

are standing by.

Are there really that many gullible people out there? I would like to think that we as a society are a little more educated, a little more sophisticated, a little less sleep-deprived than to fall for that. But apparently I’m wrong. There’s a real market for

magic pills … and not just for matters of health.

We don’t want to sweat. We don’t want to strive. We don’t want to wait patiently for results. We want results in six weeks or less. Wars should last a month. Coach hasn’t won the World Series in seven years? Find a new guy who will win it this

year! We are a society that is addicted to quick fixes.

But quick fixes are rarely good fixes. We had a meeting recently of the youth leaders of the parish to talk about what we could do to keep our children in the church as they moved into the college years and beyond, for that is ultimately the goal of our youth ministries. I did some research on the subject: what programs work best? What style of ministry proves effective?

Do you know what I learned? There is no magic pill.

There are groups that have done scientific surveys on these issues. Do you know what they showed? The prescription for growing young people who are actively involved in church in their adulthood is this: you raise them in a family where the parents love each other and where the father and the mother are weekly church-goers, all four seasons of the year. There is no program, no sports league, no summer camp, no retreat, no revival that can match this combination for making lifelong

church-goers out of our kids.

Today I have been asked to speak to you about stewardship. Stewardship of our church is really one of those areas where we have indulged the fantasy of magic pills. Why do we have this community, with this building and this staff and these activities? In a word, salvation. This whole business of church—and it behooves us to use the word “business” in this discussion—this whole business of church exists for one reason and one reason only. To bring you to salvation in Christ Jesus

our Lord. You are here because you understand yourself to be perishing and you seek from God the salvation that you need.

Now, who should pay for your salvation? You? Or someone else? The costs associated with spiritual development: who should bear them? You? Or some non-parishioners with a taste for souvlaki and baklava? Churches have budgets: too often

churches try to meet that budget in ways that involve other people’s money.

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We make plans to get salvation and to have someone else foot the bill. Often such plans don’t work so well. And even when the fund-raising projects succeed, they fail—because they give the parishioners a sense that the working out of their

salvation falls to a third party and not utterly on themselves.

There is no magic pill to replace stewardship. Only dedicated, regular, sacrificial giving of your treasures, proportional to

the blessings you receive—only this in the long run serves to fund churches adequately.

It’s a lot to ask. And the church wouldn’t ask it of you … except it’s the only way. Nothing else works. Like diet plans that call for no “carbs” or no meat or only salads before 3 pm, quick fixes don’t work for very long. If you want to lose weight,

the only proven approach is the slow steady lifetime approach of diet and exercise, of sweat and self-discipline.

If you want to have a church, a community with a building to house its worship and its activities, you have to ante up. You

have to give—and give a lot.

And you have to give up things you might otherwise like. You have to make your church the top priority in your charitable giving, and not number two or three on the list. There are lots of other worthy causes out there—the museum, the symphony, Doctors without Borders— but spiritual health starts with a healthy local church. No other organization in history has been the seedbed for human compassion like the Christian Church. It is the soil in which most other humanitarian

movements have sprouted.

And to be a good steward, you also have to balance your spending on creature comforts. You have to weigh the pleasures of life against the good of your soul. It is problematic when a Christian spends more in a year on the country club than he gives to his church, or spends more on concerts or season tickets or cable TV than he gives to his church. There is a problem

there, a profound problem of spiritual wellness.

Here’s the bottom life: good stewardship is hard. We fool ourselves when we fail to say that out loud. It’s really a burden to keep a church going, a burden on the families that hope to find salvation through the church. A lot of churches advertise stewardship like something fun and easy. It isn’t. It won’t be. And if it is, then whatever you’re doing isn’t really

stewardship.

There is no magic pill.

And yet … there is. If you really do commit yourself to the hard work of good stewardship, you will find that your

sacrificial giving is itself the magic pill.

Faithful, sacrificial stewardship is the amoxicillin that helps clear up the infection of materialism.

Faithful, sacrificial stewardship is the Motrin that relieves the pain and swelling of selfishness and hedonism.

Faithful, sacrificial stewardship is the Ritalin that helps us stay focused on the life of the Kingdom of God.

It is the Xanax that relieves us of the worries that we have about the fate of our children and grandchildren in our present

society.

Stewardship is the Valtrex that suppresses outbreaks of covetousness.

It is the Celebrex that helps us breathe freely the air of joyful, grateful living.

It is the Prozac that alleviates the depression of feeling like our lives aren’t making a difference in the world, because as

faithful members of the church, we become part of God’s inexorable plan to redeem the entire universe.

When we give up on looking for magic pills to solve our church’s financial problems, paradoxically, we discover God’s miraculous medicine for so many of our spiritual ills: namely, faithful, meaningful, generous, committed, proportional,

regular sacrificial stewardship.

The time has come to adjust your meds for the year to come. I come to you like Morpheus before Neo in the Matrix, with two pills. What will you choose? The magic pill of wishful thinking? Or the miraculous medicine of giving back to God

according to the measure with which He has blessed you?

May our one true God, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, enlighten you as you declare your commitment to the Lord

in your act of stewardship.

Fr Mark Sietsema serves as pastor of the Greek Orthodox Church of the Holy Trinity in Lansing, Michigan.

Stewardship - Continued from page 5



Greek Festival 2015 Thank You!

Many thanks to all Sts. Constantine and Helen parishioners whose time, talents and treasures helped make Greek Festival 2015 such a success (you know who you are!). We appreciate your support. The final numbers will be available later in

October, but it looks like this was a record year for our festival.

Not only was our community blessed with good weather and a financially successful festival, we were able to provide a

great atmosphere for our guests to share our faith, culture, food, pastries, dancing and hospitality.

This was all possible because of the tireless efforts of our amazing volunteers (many of whom were not members of our parish). Including set up, the four days of the festival, tear down and clean up, there were over 1,000 shifts filled before, during and after our festival. If you add in the volunteer hours for baking, dance practice and pre-planning by the 20+ committee members, you can see what it takes to host such a wonderful event. If you were unable to be a part of this

united effort, we hope you can join in next year.

Again, THANK YOU!! to all our volunteers, sponsors and donors. You are the best!

Sincerely,

Marguarite Stephanopoulos and Anna Warren

The east wall of the Cathedral’s Narthex was recently renovated by a gift from the Papouras family in memory of John P. Papouras. Two candle stands of Carrara marble were installed, and the bronze memorial plaques were replaced with marble ones from the same source. The names on the new plaques are those from the old plaques, but they were

rearranged in alphabetical order. Many thanks to the Papouras family for its gift.

Grateful recognition goes to Andrew Chakalis for his work in designing and installing all the pieces.

Cathedral Narthex


Youth and Young Adult Ministries By George Athanasiou

Beloved Parishioners,

Greetings in the Lord from the Parish Youth Office! I pray that you had a relaxing, enjoyable and fruitful summer as it quickly came to a close following our Greek Festival. Our children are back in school and next thing we know we will be

talking Holidays!

We have had a fruitful and very enjoyable summer with the children of our community. From our Youth Day at Cedar Point, to Vacation Church School and Metropolis of Pittsburgh Summer Camp, our children have been deeply involved in

the life of the church, during months where church tends to be forgotten and put on the back burner.

This year was close to a record year for Sts Constantine & Helen in our involvement with the Summer Camping Ministries of the Metropolis of Pittsburgh. Our community sent 18 JOY and GOYA campers over a three week stretch to Mercer, PA and our beloved Camp Nazareth. The weeks promised to be inspiring and life changing as always and lived up to its hype. Of the 18 parish campers, eight had never been to camp before. When talking to our new campers about their experience, many used the phrases “life changing” and “eye opening.” One young lady expressed how much closer she became to her faith and realized that she can fulfill her life goals and future career while remaining a faithful and steadfast Orthodox Christian. This is the goal of our program and to see it first hand with one of our young people is truly inspiring. We were very blessed again this year during the two GOYA sessions to have a visit by the miraculous Kardiotissa Icon of Taylor, PA which has been streaming myrrh for four years now. The experience of watching our children be illumined by this miracle… to see doubt, and faithlessness disappear from their lives is undoubtedly the

greatest joy in my life.

Camp is a very special place. I highly encourage those who have never been before to hear the testimonials of their peers and give it a shot before it’s too late. I can wholeheartedly and without a doubt promise a life changing and

fulfilling experience for anyone who comes. I pray our numbers reach new levels next year.

I would also like to take this time to thank our outgoing GOYA officers for their dedication and time that they gave to all that we did this year. It was a big year and they came through with their leadership and guidance. That being said it

is my pleasure to announce the new 2015-2016 GOYA Officers. This year’s slate of officers is as follows:

Co-Presidents – Emily Delis & Jason Ramsay

Treasurer-- Yianni Sarris

Secretary – Athena Cramer

In/Outreach Coordinator – Kaila Gentis

May God bless and keep them always and may they do their work for the accomplishment of His will!

Having wrapped up our summer, and having started the new ecclesiastical year I look forward to my third year of ministry here at Sts Constantine & Helen. We have grown on each other, worked hard with each other and it has resulted in a vibrant youth ministry within our community. There is a buzz around Cleveland and our Metropolis about the hospitality and the youth ministry of our parish. I credit this to the enthusiasm of our families and the continued support of our Parish Council and all the faithful of this community. We have successfully kicked this new year off with a bang and I pray that our ministry grows to even greater heights. There are many exciting and new opportunities in front of us this year that I pray we take full advantage of, so that we can continue to be a shining light of our Lord and an example to

all.

PHILOPTOCHOS OUTREACH

Fall is here and the weather will be getting colder. Please help FAIRFAX SCHOOL CHILDREN by donating HATS, GLOVES,

SCARVES, COATS, & SOCKS. New or gently used. Place in BROWN BOX labeled for Fairfax. Thank you in advance.


Alexandrou, Stephanie Anthony, Lindy * Asimakopoulos, Cynthia* Balale, Stella Baltazzi, Nellie Beder, Katherine Burke, Anthea Callos, Christina * Carbon, Helen* Cashy, Catherine Cashy, Katherine* Cashy, Laura* Cashy, Maria* Cherpas, Caryn Christides, Olympia + Collis, Helen * Cowper, Olga* Denmore, Helen

Drenan,Molly + George, Constance Giannirakis, Maria + Goss, Aggie Hibbs,Euthymia Jaksa, Yvonne Joaquine, Elaine + Jouriles, Ellen Kackloudis, Josephine Kallergis, Maria + Kappos, Dorothy* Kappos, Paula* Karavolos, Tulip Kartalis, Katherine * Kouretas, Niki + Lambert, Christina Lambert, Mary Madden, Toni* +

Magoulias,Constance* + Manuel, Kaliope * Metallinos, Emilia Miklis, Emily Miller, Fay * Mills, Renee Misthos, Maria Paliobeis, Irini Paliobeis, Mary Papouras, Sia Pasiadis, Vanessa * Pelecanos, Thean * Peters, Heidi Powers, Mary * Pressman, Rita Repidonis, Marlene* Sapharas, Barbara* Sarris, Katherine

Savakis, Leah * Schmiedicker, Susan Sikoutris, Maria * Stames, Susan* Theodore, Irene Trinetti, Pamela Trumbull, Susan + Vendouras, Anna* Vento, Fran + Warren, Anna* Xinakes, Demitra* Yannopoulos, Maria Collis, John * Jouriles, John Paid members for 2015 year *Additional donation +Officer

Philoptochos News

Thank you for joining Philoptochos!

Philoptochos would like to announce its new board for the 2015-2017 term. Toni Madden, President Heidi Peters, Vice-President/Inreach Maria Kallergis, Secretary Olympia Christides, Treasurer Susan Trumbull, Membership Susan Schmiedicker, Fundraising Elaine Joaquin, Makaria Fran Vento, Fundraising Niki Kouretas, Outreach Dena Magoulias, Past President Advisor Molly Drenen, Outreach Save the Date! Philoptochos Clambake will be Sunday, November 1. It was such a success last year! Don't miss the fun this

year. Great food with great fellowship. The fundraising committee is currently accepting items for silent auction.

Daughters of Penelope

2015 Calendar

Sunshiners

2015 Calendar

October 15 7:00 pm October 8—1:00 pm Burntwood, 5835 Landerbrook

October 24—1:30 pm

Bravo, 28889 Chagrin Honoring 50-year members: Kevaly Bozes, Angela Kent, Emily Scocos November 12—1:00 pm

Pre-Thanksgiving Lunch Dolphin Restaurant, 10333 Northfield

November 15 Host Sunday Coffee Hour December 10 No Lunch scheduled

December 12 Library/Daughters Annual Christmas Party


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Community News

Metropolis Day at Cedar Point


Library By Thean Pelecanos

NEW LIBRARY ACQUISITIONS!

1. POSEIDON AND THE SEA, Myth, Cult and Daily Life

The Library acquired the book written by Seth D. Pevnik, curator and lecturer at the latest Helen and John Collis Lecture Series at the Cleveland Museum of Art. Dr. Pevnik regaled the audience with a colorful depiction of the life and times of the Greek God Poseidon. The realm of Poseidon encompassed virtually every aspect of life in the ancient Mediterranean world from mythology and cult to daily activities. Inspired by a nearly life-sized marble statue of the god in the outstanding antiquities collection of the Tampa Museum of Art, this volume brings together 125 works of ancient art including sculptures, pottery, glass, metalwork and coins. Beyond their clear appeal to students and scholars of the classical world, these works

offer all readers an intimate look at the era of Poseidon and the timeless beauty and wonder of marine life.

2. THE FULL CATASTROPHE, Travels Among the New Greek Ruins by James Angelos

A riveting, entertaining and sometimes chilling in-depth look at the chaos engulfing Greece today, one made all the more poignant by the cast of characters including poor islanders, wealthy shipowners, conniving politicians and the deeply divided electorate. There is a lesson for us all in the author’s portrait of what is happening in the land we cherish as the

birthplace of our democracy.

By turns entertained and dismayed, the reader comes away with the impression that the greatest tragedy of Greece

today is the realization that no one seems to know what to do about it.

JOY Summer Camp

GOYA Summer Camp


CARYN CHERPAS (nee Lakios), 61, entered into eternal rest August 13, 2015. Beloved wife of Ted. Most loving mother of Teddy, James, and George. Dear daughter of Angeline

(deceased) and George Lakios. Sister of Gus Lakios.

Caryn was the Director of Orthodox Education of Sts. Constantine and Helen Cathedral for the past

12 years. She served the church in a number of roles. May God rest her soul.

In Memoriam

ELECTRA DANIELS (nee Soter), 84, entered into eternal rest September 22, 2015. Beloved wife of the late George. Dear daughter of the late Nicholas and Persephone Soter. Loving mother of Steven, Diane Daniels and Anthea Burke (Matthew). Devoted grandmother of Stephanie and Amanda Daniels, Francesca, Alexandra and Madeleine Burke. She was an avid Indians fan and


October 2015 Community Calendar

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

2 3 4:30 pm Kappos Wedding

4 Credit Card Sunday 8:15 am Matins Pangari Team A 9:30 am Liturgy 11:30 am Orthodox Forum 1:00 pm Baptism: Ely

5 7:30 pm Gamblers Anonymous

6 5:30 pm St. Makarina Bible Study 6:30 pm OPA Dance

7

8 1:00 pm Sunshiners Luncheon Burntwood Tavern

9

10 5:00 pm Vespers (& confession)

11 8:15 am Matins 9:30 am Liturgy Pangari Team B 11:30 am Orthodox Forum

12 7:00 pm Eastern Orthodox Women’s Guild—Spaghetti Dinner 7:30 pm Gamblers Anonymous

13 6:30 pm OPA Dance

14 15 7:00 pm Parish Council Meeting 7:00 pm Daughters of Penelope Meeting

16

17

18 8:15 am Matins 9:00 am Pangari Team C 9:30 am Liturgy 5 Year Memorial: Ted Hallaman 11:30 am Orthodox Forum 11:45 am GOYA Meeting



21 22

23 24 1:00 pm JOY Bowling 1:30 pm Daughters of Penelope Luncheon—Bravo 5:00 pm Vespers (& confession)

25 8:15 am Matins Pangari Team D 9:30 am Liturgy 11:30 Harvest Festival 11:30 am Orthodox Forum



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November 2015 Community Calendar

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesd

ay Thursday Friday Saturday

1 Credit Card Sunday 8:15 am Matins Pangari Team A 9:30 am Liturgy 11:00 am OE Open House 11:30 am Philoptochos Clam Bake Goyans - Metropolis Fall Retreat



4

5 6 6:30 pm JOY Game Night

7 12 noon Fikaris Wedding 5:00 pm Vespers (& confessions)

8 8:15 am Matins Pangari Team B 9:30 am Liturgy 11:00 am OE Open House 11:30 am OE Staff Meeting

9 9:30 am Liturgy (St. Nektarios) 7:30 pm Gamblers Anonymous


11 12 1:00 pm Sunshiners Luncheon Dolphin Restaurant

13 Metropolis Folk Dance Festival Pittsburgh

14 Metropolis Folk Dance Festival Pittsburgh 5:00 pm Vespers (& confession)

15 8:15 am Matins Pangari Team C 9:30 am Liturgy 11:00 am OE Open House 11:30 am General Assembly 6:00 pm Pan Orthodox Unction



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19 7:00 pm Parish Council Meeting 7:00 pm Daughters of Penelope Meeting

20 21 9:30 am Liturgy (Entrance of Theotokos) 5:00 pm Vespers (& confessions)

22 8:15 am Matins Pangari Team D 9:30 am Liturgy 11:30 am Orthodox Forum 11:45 am GOYA Meeting



25 9:30 am Liturgy

26 27 28 NO GREEK SCHOOL 5:00 pm Vespers (& confessions)

29 8:15 am Matins Pangari Team A 9:30 am Liturgy 11:30 am Orthodox Forum

30 9:30 am Liturgy (St. Andrew) 7:30 pm Gamblers Anonymous


Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Cathedral

3352 Mayfield Road

Cleveland Heights, OH 44118

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Cleveland, OH

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