GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH OF THE HOLY CROSS

 

Sunday of the Holy Fathers - July 18, 2010

 

The Reverend Peter G. Salmas - e-mail : frpeter@goholycross.org

The Reverend Panagiotis Sotiras - e-mail : frsotiras@goholycross.org

 

900 Alameda  /  Belmont, CA   94002-1604

(650) 591-4447  /  fax (650) 508-9846

www.goholycross.org  /  office@goholycross.org

 

WELCOME TO THE CHURCH OF THE HOLY CROSS

If you are visiting us for the first time, we invite you to sign our guest book in the Narthex. Only those who have been baptized and/or confirmed in the Greek Orthodox Church are in good standing in the Eastern Orthodox faith and have recently been to confession may participate in the Holy Sacraments of the Church, including the Holy Eucharist.  May God bless and keep you well.

 

HOLY CROSS THREE HIERARCHS BOOKSTORE

We are pleased to have received the newest of the Potamitis publications for children, 12 coloring books of 15 major saints for each month of the year.  These are presented in a bilingual format, with Greek and English on each page.  For those who ordered books which were sold out during her recent visit, the Christina books by Dr. Maria Khoury have arrived. Featured now is a new publication entitled "Our Thoughts Determine Our Lives" which relates the life and teachings of Elder Thaddeus of Vitovnica, one of the most renowned spiritual guides of Serbia in the twentieth century.  An outstanding book which will prove very valuable for all Orthodox Christians.  

 

SUNDAY COFFEE HOUR

Philoptochos invites you to sponsor a Coffee Hour in honor of a special event or celebration -- birthdays, anniversaries, etc. All church organizations are encouraged to host a Coffee Hour in the coming year. Sponsorship of Coffee Hour doesn't need to be limited to memorial services. If you would like to schedule a Coffee Hour, please call Theodora Kounalakis at 594-9585.

 

 

SERVICES

Sunday, July 18 – Sunday of the Holy Fathers – Orthros, 8:15 AM, Divine Liturgy, 9:30 AM

Tuesday, July 20 - Prophet Elias - Orthros, 8 AM, Divine Liturgy, 9 AM

Saturday, July 24 – 5:30 PM, Great Vespers

Sunday, July 25 – Ninth Sunday of Matthew – Orthros, 8:15 AM, Divine Liturgy, 9:30 AM

Monday, July 26 – Saint Paraskevi - Orthros, 8 AM, Divine Liturgy, 9 AM

Tuesday, July 27 – Saint Panteleimon - Orthros, 8 AM, Divine Liturgy, 9 AM

Saturday, July 31 – 5:30 PM, Great Vespers

Sunday, August 1 – Tenth Sunday of Matthew – Orthros, 8:15 AM, Divine Liturgy, 9:30 AM

 

MEETINGS & EVENTS

July         RELIGIOUS EDUCATION SUMMER SCHOOL will be offered throughout the month of July, each Sunday following Holy Communion.  If you are interested please contact Khara-Maria Kalamaras at 278-6692 / KharaMaria@kalamaras.org.

July 24    ATTENTION KNITTERS AND CROCHETERS - We gathering once again on July 24, from 1-3 PM, at the home of Brenda Visas, 5 May Lane, Los Altos. You may call her at 917-0827 or call Ella Stamates at 369-9825. It is quite easy to find her home as it is a couple of blocks from El Camino.  We invite everyone. Even if you don't know how to knit or crochet, there is always someone to teach you.

July 25-31   SUMMER CAMP at ST. NICHOLAS RANCH - Summer Camp at St. Nicholas Ranch is one of the most exciting and memorable events offered for the youth of our Metropolis.  Holy Cross will be attending session 3 (July 25-31) with Fr. Panagiotis.  If you are unable to attend session 3, other sessions are available to you.  Camp is available to those who are 8 years old (or entering the 3rd grade in September 2010) to 17 years old (or Spring 2010 high school graduates).  Registration forms, payment information, deadlines and further details can be found on Camp flyers in the lobby of The Oaks or the Ranch website (http://www.stnicholasranch.org/).  All forms and payment should be sent directly to the Ranch.  However, be sure to notify Fr. Pete if you plan on sending your children to Camp. 

Aug 15    PANIYIRI 2010 – Join us following Divine Liturgy for our annual Paniyiri.  We’ll have LAMB off the souvla, salad, oven-roasted potatoes, soda, water, wine, and pot luck desserts.  There will also be games for the children including use of the Gym for whiffleball, basketball, etc.  Donations welcome.  Everyone, especially those named after the Theotokos, is invited to help underwrite the cost of the Paniyiri.  RSVP to Church Office by e-mail, office@goholycross.org or leave a voice mail at the church office 591-4447 (extension 12) with your name, total number of guests, your contribution to pot luck dessert, and daytime phone number.

 

FESTIVAL NEWS

FESTIVAL COOKING & BAKING CONTINUES! : If you are interested in co-chairing or helping prepare any of the Festival food items, we look forward to your phone call!  Please call coordinator :  Polixeni Kalaitzidis at 261-9168 to sign up.  Any level of experience is fine!  This list will be updated each week :

                  w July 23                 Koulourakia          Katina Tzifas, 341-9309 and

                                                                                    Fani Haramalis, 358-9288

                  w July 24 and 25     Moussaka              Thomy Iuppa, 408-737-7291\

                  w July 28 & 29 (1 PM)                          Baklava            Eleni Metaxas, 573-1815

                  w July 30                 Paximadia             Tzifas and Haramalis (see above)

                  w Aug 3 & 4 (10 AM)                           Galaktoboureko          Tanya Spirtos, 365-3745                     and Jenny Kalaitzidis, 261-9168

                  w Aug 11 & 12        Kourambiedes       Terry Smith 595-4363 and

                                                                                    Yvonne Gavros 573-7387

                  w Aug 16 & 18        Pastitsio                 Kathy Polychroniou 593-7425

     w Aug 21                 Youvetsi                 Chris Canellos, 529-0180

                  w Aug 22                 Kataifi                   Katy Haldezos, 692-0403

                  w Aug 24                 Melomakarona      Spirtos & Kalaitzidis (see above)

                  w Aug 31                 Melo Syrup            Spirtos & Kalaitzidis (see above)

 

PARKING AT I.H.M.  – If you are volunteering your time and talent at the Festival this Labor Day Weekend, please feel free to park at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church’s parking lot.  However, you must walk from there as the shuttle bus will not be making a stop there.

THE AGORA NEEDS YOUR TREASURES - Please bring your donations for our Agora starting Monday, August 2 to the Church Office.  We welcome all household and decorative items, china and porcelain, linens, small electrics, jewelry, handbags, books, stationery, lamps, toys, framed artwork and one-of-a-kind treasures.  Please no used clothing, large upholstered furniture, light fixtures, electronics, blinds, skis or exercise equipment.  If you aren’t sure whether we can use your item, please call Mary at 347-6910.  Thanks so much!

AUDITIONS!  WANTED ALL ACTORS - Wanted all actors ages 5 and up! Come join the exciting cast of our annual Festival Play.  If you missed auditions but want to be considered for a part, call Helene 345-2719 or Xandra Nemchik 921-4091. Our rehearsals will begin Saturday, August 14 from 10-1. Please be ready to commit you time to the last 3 weeks before the Festival.

MAKE A REAL CONTRIBUTION TO OUR 40th FESTIVAL - Join our team of Marketing volunteers -- we need help THIS MONTH! Business outreach (like negotiating sponsorships and doing ad sales for the program) is underway and the more team members, the merrier. Training provided. Please email Tracy Leckey: thrapsala@gmail.com - thanks!

BLAST SPONSORS FUN ZONE: WE NEED YOUR HELP!— In an effort to give back to the Holy Cross community for all its support throughout the year, BLAST will once again be sponsoring the Fun Zone at our Greek Festival.  This is a significant undertaking that cannot be accomplished without the help and support of our BLAST families.  All members of BLAST are expected to participate in some way with the preparation for the Fun Zone or will be asked to work a shift in the Fun Zone during the Festival weekend.  Parents, if you’re able to help out, let us know!  Please contact Fun Zone Chair Nicki Davis to let her know of your teen’s participation (and yours if you’re able) at n.davis@lexisnexis.com.  If you have summer plans, make sure to contact Nicki before you take off.  Thanks!

CALLING ALL MEMORIES! As part of this year’s Holy Cross 40th Belmont Greek Festival we are preparing a wonderful commemorative program. One of our goals is to highlight the history of our community and of our festival. Please take a moment to search for photos and stories that we can include in the program. Collect your photos and write down your stories, and put them in an envelope that is clearly marked with your name and phone number. Also mark the envelope with the words “Festival Program”. We will return your photos as soon as they have been scanned. If you have any questions call Dave Iuppa at 408-702-8389. THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP!

 

NEWS

EXCHANGE STUDENTS NEEDS HOST FAMILY - An exchange student from the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, who will be entering his senior year of high school, is in need of a host family for the 2010-2011 academic year.  There is minimal cost to the host family.  You can read more about the Exchange program at www.ace-programs.com.  If you are interested or have any questions, please contact Olga Acheska at (888) 446-5437 or (405) 833-8796.

GREEK TEACHERS NEEDED - Native Greek speakers are needed to teach Greek to young children (3-13 years old) in evening classes, at the Holy Cross Greek School in Belmont, starting in September 2010. Required commitment can vary from 2-10 hours per week.  Experience with teaching children is desired.  Compensation: $25/hr. This is a very rewarding activity and a great opportunity to get involved with the Greek community in the Bay Area.  /  If you are interested or know of someone that may be a good candidate, please contact the school director, Theodora Kounalakis at tkounalakis@yahoo.com phone 594-9585. For information about the school visit http://www.belmontgreekschool.com/

NURSES, DOCTORS AND LIFEGUARD OPPORTUNITIES AT SUMMER CAMP - If you are a doctor, nurse or lifeguard and wish to offer your services for the youth of the Church, you are invited to help at Saint Nicholas Ranch Summer Camp. Please see the flyer for dates.  If you’d like to be involved as a nurse or doctor, there are still spots available.  If you have never attended Summer Camp or are a novice to being on a medical team in a Summer Camp setting, arrangements can be made for physician or nurse mentors to assist you.  /  If you are a physician, nurse or of you are a lifeguard, please contact the Ranch Director, Michael Pappas, 559-338-2103 or e-mail: mikepappas@sbcglobal.net; or if you are a physician or nurse, you can also contact Camp Medical Staff Coordinator, Brendan Duterte, MD at brendanod@aol.com  /  For more information on summer camp at Saint Nicholas Ranch and dates, please visit their website at:  www.stnicholasranch.org

DANCE - Sign ups are currently being taken for all our dance groups.  If your child wants to join one of our groups, please contact Kathy Roque or Konstantine Salmas through the church office at 591-4447 or KonstantineS@goholycross.org.