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ASSUMPTION
GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH
OF
LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY
“Attract, Serve, Illuminate”
THE BEACON
October 2014
930 Ormsby Lane  Louisville, Kentucky 40242
Phone: (502) 425-7775 www.assumption.ky.goarch.org
Church Email: [email protected]
Happenings...
Pastoral Message
Dear Parishioners of our Beloved Assumption,
Greetings in our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ!
In the world, the Catholic Church has
approximately 1.2 billion congregants; the
Orthodox Church has around 400 million; and
Protestantism has roughly 800 million (the
largest being the Baptists with around 80
million). If we make the assumption that the
United States is primarily a Christian nation and apply these ratios,
there should be around 50 million Orthodox in the USA. Of course,
we know that with only 2 million Orthodox in the United States, the
global ratios don’t apply.
Understanding why the ratios don’t apply is simple. The United
States was founded by Western Europe. We look back to our
American History and the countries that colonized North America
were Great Britain, Spain, Italy, etc. It wasn’t until centuries later that
eastern Europeans (Orthodox) began to migrate to America.
The harder question to answer is, “what effect does a western
majority have on the Orthodox minority?” Very simply, we have
become influenced by western theology. What does this mean? It
means that some talk about salvation coming from faith alone, believe
that the Eucharist is done in remembrance but is not truly the Body
and Blood of Christ, and even in a rapture. All beliefs foreign to
Orthodoxy.
With regards to ordination, western theology has a multitude of
perspectives. The Catholic Church teaches that a man receives
additional Grace when he is ordained thus elevating his stature; while
most Protestantism does not acknowledge ordination as anything
more than a hiring process of a pastor (a result of the Reformation and
the Enlightenment).
Pastoral Message (continued)
As Orthodox, we believe that when a man is ordained he does not
receive additional Gifts of the Spirit but, as being called by God to
serve, was given gifts at Baptism that would have been given based
on the Lord’s call. All Christians receive Gifts of the Spirit at Baptism
– those who are to be ordained are not unique. Therefore, we are not
greater than the faithful than we serve; we are set aside to “tend to the
flock,” and are given authority while maintaining equality.
You may ask, “from where does this authority come?” It is the
authority that was given by Jesus Christ to the Apostles and through
“the laying on of hands” from the Apostles to the Bishops, and from
Bishop to Bishop throughout history. Every Bishop can trace his
Episcopacy right back to the Apostles! It is this unbroken chain of
ordinations that is Apostolic Succession! It is this authority of the
Bishop that is symbolized by the Omophorion (vestment that is
carried on the shoulders of the Bishop representing the Lamb of God)
that each presbyter and deacon ministers beneath!
Our understanding of ordination is not merely a different perspective
but the biblical teaching and expression of the Early Church. The
following is a passage which described the “ordinations” of Barnabas
and Saul:
“As they [the Apostles] ministered to the Lord and fasted,
the Holy Spirit said, "Now separate to Me Barnabas and Saul
for the work to which I have called them." Then, having
fasted and prayed, and laid hands on them, they sent them
away.” (NKJ Acts of the Apostles 13:2-3)
So why did I place the word “ordinations” in quotes above? It is
because the definition of “ordination” is somewhat difficult to
understand and does not discuss process. Merriam-Webster defines
ordination as “the official act or process of making someone a priest,
minister, etc.” The Greek equivalent of ordination, χειροτονία
Pastoral Message (continued)
(heirotonia), literally means “the laying on of hands.”
something lost in translation?
Is not
If we look at the passage from the Act of the Apostles above, the
elements of ordaining a clergyman in the Orthodox Church are all in
complete agreement with this biblical passage. They are as follows:
 “separate to Me” – the act of setting aside to one who is called
 “for the work to which I have called them” – to a function
that is different a function that is in fact completely unique to
any other who has not been “separated”
 “laid hands on them” – the moment at which the authority is
given through apostolic succession as defined above; the
literal moment of separation from the flock
 “they sent them away” – the commission to a specific service
It is with this great reverence and understanding of the magnitude of
His call and with awe of the authority that His Eminence
Metropolitan Nicholas carries on his shoulders (in the Omophorion)
that we anticipate and prepare for the Ordination of William Redmon
to the Holy Diaconate on Saturday, October 11, 2014. A true blessing
and mystery that forever will vest Billy as His eternal servant and
shepherd to His faithful.
Let us prepare with prayer and fasting so that we may together
witness to Billy’s worthiness on this blessed occasion. Let us celebrate
as a parish as a clergyman is vested from among our flock.
Thanking the Lord for His Blessings on us, I remain,
In His Service,
Rev. Father Jon Boukis
Proistamenos
Parish Council Corner
"One can build a better world by using
our talents" (Anonymous)
The Parish Council would like to extend our sincere gratitude and
appreciation to Larry and Nancy Anas for all of the hard work,
time and effort that they put into Worldfest! Invoices are still
being paid at the time of the publication of this newsletter,
however, initial results show it to be one of the most successful
Worldfests in recent years! Anyone who has had the pleasure of
working elbow to elbow with Nancy and Larry know that they run
the event in a highly efficient and skillful manner based on many
years of experience. We are truly grateful for the deep devotion to
our church reflected in their hard work as well as all who
contributed their time and efforts to this important fundraiser.
It is with great pride and joy that we report that we have been
notified by His Eminence Metropolitan Nicholas of Detroit that our
own Billy Redmon is to be ordained! On a grand scale it is critical
for the continuation of the Church when a new presbyter is
ordained extending the ministry of Christ and the Church to new
and more people as well as continuing the ministry into the
future. For this reason, a parish should
celebrate with honor when a new priest
hails from their parish. Please join us in
witnessing the Ordination to the
Diaconate on Saturday, October 11th at
10 am! All are welcome and encouraged
to attend the sacrament!
2014 Parish Council
Joanna Caneris - President
John Harris - Vice President
Michael Balakos - Treasurer
Ryan Leathers - Secretary
Larry Anas
Emily Digenis
Milton Galanos
Ramsey Nassar
Jim Simatacolos
Ordination to the Diaconate
By the Grace of God and through
The Laying on of Hands by
His Eminence
Metropolitan Nicholas
of Detroit
The Servant of God
William Redmon
Will be Ordained to the
Holy Diaconate on
Saturday, October 11th, 2014
At
The Assumption Greek Orthodox Church
930 Ormsby Lane
Louisville, Kentucky
Orthros 9:00 a.m.
Hierarchical Divine Liturgy 10:00 a.m.
Reception Immediately Following
Sunday School
Introducing the
All children with attendance of 80% or better have
“hit the mark” and will be listed monthly in THE
BEACON as
cumulative attendance.
based on
with 3 absences or less for the
entire year will be recognized in May with a special gift to
acknowledge their dedication to Religious Education.
Attendance is Important!!!
Hit the Mark!!!
Congratulations to:
Vasilia Boukis
Matthew Harris
David Schenk
Andrew Collis
Stephen Harris
Leah Schenk
Christopher Collis
Ally Harris
Andrew Harris
Nick Kyriacou
Eleni Lentsch
Angelina Reyna
Victoria Reyna
Andrew Taylor
Steffi Taylor
Ismene Vedder
St. James Court Art Show
Are you looking for something fun to do?
Come to the St. James Art Show on October 3-5!
Stop and have a Gyro at our Parish’s booth!!!
Details at www.stjamescourtartshow.com
Youth Outing
Where: Gallrein Farms (1029 Vigo Rd
Shelbyville, KY)
When: Saturday, October 18th at 11am
Who: All youth, their families and
anyone else who wants to come
and enjoy!!
What: Just look at what is available
Plus lunch, the farm’s market
and bakery, a petting zoo and
much more!!!
Tickets are $1 each
5 tickets Pumpkin Craft Table
4 tickets Pony Ride
3 tickets 4 Acre Corn Maze
3 tickets Barrel Train Ride
2 tickets Face Painting
2 tickets Bounce House
1 ticket Potato Sling Shot (3 shots)
0 tickets Hayride to Pumpkin Patch
(Pumpkins are $.42 per pound)
GOYA
YAL
Congratulations to our newly
elected GOYA Officers!!!
In November, the YAL is
planning on going to BW3’s.
Nick Kyriacou, President
Steffi Taylor, Vice President
Ismene Vedder, Vice President
Victoria Reyna, Secretary
Eleni Digenis Lentsch, Treasurer
Andrew Taylor, Treasurer
But we need your help!
It is important that we have good
contact emails and mobile
numbers (for texting).
If you are 21-40ish, please take a
moment and email Dan Cupkovic
your contact info at:
[email protected]
The next GOYA Meeting will be
on Sunday, October 26th,
following the Divine Liturgy
Bible Study
Bible Study is an opportunity for us to
apply the Scriptures to our everyday
lives. The Bible is the “Good News” that
enriches our faith and deepens our
understanding of every issue that we
face. This can only be done through
obtaining the mind of the Holy Fathers.
Let the scripture come alive in your life
today!!!
The Orthodox Bible Study will meet on Wednesday Evenings
from 6:30pm-7:45pm and on Thursday Mornings from
10:00am-11:15am to study the Book of Acts of the Apostles.
Make a commitment to learning His Word!
Church Softball Game
That’s Right!!!
Who are you going to cheer on?
Are you going to root for the Home team led by our
Parish Council President, Joanna Caneris?
Or for the much less athletic underdog—Fr. Jon?
No matter who you root for, we’re all winners when
we come and enjoy great fun, fellowship and food!!!
The Big Game will be held at the Elks Lodge (just down Ormsby)
following the Divine Liturgy on Sunday, November 2nd with special
events for the kids between innings and a fellowship lunch to follow.
Christian Fellowship - It’s a Winner!!!
Oxi Day Luncheon
“Hence we will not say that
Greeks fight like heroes, but
that heroes fight like Greeks!”
Winston Churchill (April 1941)
On Sunday, October 26th, following the Divine Liturgy, the Daughters
of Penelope will be hosting a dinner — complete with salad, desert
and drinks — in honor of OXI Day with all proceeds generously being
donated to the Operating Fund of the Parish!!!
Come and enjoy great food, fun and fellowship!!!
$10 for Adults
$5 for Children ages 6-12
Free for Children 5 and under
AHEPA
Will you be going to the Harvest
Homecoming on October 10-12?
If you are, AHEPA could use your help at
the Gyro Booth. Help is especially needed
on Thursday, October 9th, for the set-up.
If you would like to volunteer, please email Larry Anas at
[email protected] or James Serdenis at [email protected]
Check out all of the events and vendors at
www.harvesthomecoming.com
The Next AHEPA Meeting is Monday,
October 20th, at 6:30 p.m.
Philoptochos
2014-2015 Philoptochos Calendar of Events
October
Meeting October 25th at 11:00 a.m. at Austin’s Restaurant
November
November 1st, Ss. Cosmas & Damian Feast Day: Patron Saint of Philoptochos
November 16th after Divine Liturgy to prepare Thanksgiving Baskets (EACM)
December
Vasilopita sale and Auction
Collect pajamas and books for kids at Wayside Christian Missions
January
Vasilopita Sunday- January 4th
Meeting January 18th after Divine Liturgy
February
Kroger Shop and Share: date to be announced
Kolyva Workshop Feb. 14th 9a.m.
Kolyva sale for First Saturday of the Souls on February 14 th
Meeting Feb 14th after Saturday of Souls Services - place to be determined
March
Philoptochos Bake Sale- Taking Orders
Collect cleaning supplies for Scholar House
Meeting March 22nd after liturgy
March 29th pick up Bake Sale orders for delivery
April
April 5th Palm Sunday Luncheon
Provide Red eggs for Pascha, April 12th
May
Meeting May 17th after Divine Liturgy to elect board members
July
Collect school supplies for EACM
August
Parish Feast day, August 15th
Philoptochos
PHILOPTOCHOS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Next meeting: October 25th 11 a.m. at Austin’s Restaurant.
Fundraising-Rummage sale- when, where, who can chair
event? Be thinking about…
Upcoming Events:
November: Thanksgiving baskets and meeting Nov. 16th
Sales for Christmas Baklava
December: Pajamas and books for Wayside Christian
Mission; Vasilopita sale and auction
January: Vasilopita Sunday - Jan. 4th; Meeting January
18th after Divine Liturgy
February: Kolyva Workshop Feb. 14th 9 a.m.; Meeting
after Saturday of Souls service - place TBD
Help feed 10 kids at Chenoweth Elementary over the weekend! There
is a container in the back of the church to place a food offering!
(See the Philanthropic Opportunities Page of The Beacon for details.)
Greek School
ASSUMPTION GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH
Greek School
2014-15 Registration Form
NAME: _______________________ AGE: ____________
Greek Language Skill Level
Please circle your level of knowledge of the Greek language:
Beginner, Moderate, or Advanced
Availability
Both adult and elementary classes meet on Wednesdays at 6:30 to 7:45pm.
Students in middle and high school are encouraged to join the adult class.
Parent’s Name (for child 12 years & under): _____________________
Address: ___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
Phone: ____________________ Email: ________________________
Although adult and elementary classes are now in full
swing, it is not too late for new students to sign up.
Registration is $30 per student per session. Fall session runs September
through December and Spring session runs January through April.
Please return this form along with registration fee paid to the order of The
Assumption Greek Orthodox Church with Greek School in the memo area
of the check. You may email your completed form to George Soteriou,
Greek School Director, or put it in the Greek School Inbox at church by
the main office room. If you have any questions please call or email:
George Soteriou at (502) 396-9135 or [email protected]
Thank you!!! Ευχαριστώ!!!
Elementary Classes this year are being taught by George Anagnostou!!!
We thank our teachers for offering their talent to our Greek School!
Greek Fun
philotimo (φιλότιμο): (n.) lit. “friend of honor”; complex
array of virtues that encompasses honor, dignity and
pride—the ideal actions and behaviors, hospitality,
bonds and responsibilities between each other.
From Wikipedia.com: Philotimo (also spelled Filotimo) (Greek: φιλότιμο) is
a Greek noun translating to “friend of honor” or "love of honor”. However,
Philotimo is almost impossible to translate sufficiently as it describes a
complex array of virtues.
Philotimo is considered to be the highest of all Greek virtues which
determines and regulates how someone should behave in their family and
social groups. In its simplest form it means “doing good”, and it ensures
your behavior will make you stand out from others. It will tell others what
kind of a person you are and about the way you were raised by your family.
Philotimo to a Greek is essentially a way of life.
Attention all students — Philotimo Scholarship Competition
The Washington Oxi Day Foundation is offering five scholarships to
students (grades 6-12) who best describe “philotimo”
1st Place: $2,000 scholarship and invitation to the October 23 black tie gala
in Washington, DC, where the winner will be introduced
nd
2 Place: $1,000 scholarships (2)
3rd Place: $500 scholar ships (2)
How To Apply:
1. Watch this video at www.oxidayfoundation.org/video-the-greek-secret/
2. In 500 words or less, answer one of the following questions:
 What does philotimo mean to you?
 What are some extraordinary examples of philotimo that you have seen?
 What are the things you can do in your daily life to exhibit philotimo?
 How can philotimo improve your life?
3. Submit your answer to the Foundation by the deadline of Monday, October 6,
via email at [email protected]
Assumption Calendar of E
Sunday
Monday
Friday, February 6, 2015 at the
Olmsted. Details to follow!
Holy Confession is
done by appointment
and may be scheduled
by calling Fr. Jon at
the Church Office:
(502) 425-7775
5
Tuesday
6
2nd Sunday of Luke
Orthros 9:00am
Divine Liturgy 10:00am
Sunday School
Coffee Hour
7
Detroit Clergy
Syndesmos Meeting
(Troy, MI)
11:00am
St. James Art Show
12
13
14
19
20
21
27
28
Sunday of the 7th Ecumenical Council
Orthros 9:00am
Divine Liturgy 10:00am
Sunday School
Coffee Hour
Harvest Homecoming
3rd Sunday of Luke
Orthros 9:00am
Divine Liturgy 10:00am
Sunday School
Coffee Hour
Fall General Assembly
AHEPA Meeting
6:30pm
26
6th Sunday of Luke
Orthros 9:00am
Divine Liturgy 10:00am
Sunday School
OXI Day Luncheon (Daughters of Penelope)
GOYA Meeting
Deadline for
Submissions to
The Beacon
October 2014
Events
Wednesday
Thursday
1
Friday
2
Saturday
3

Bible Study
10:00am-11:15am
Greek School
6:30pm-7:45pm
4
Great Vespers
5:00pm
Bible Study
7:00pm-8:00pm
St. James Art Show
8

Greek School
6:30pm-7:45pm
9
St. James Art Show
10

Bible Study
10:00am-11:15am
Lyndon Fellowship of
Churches at St. Margaret
Mary 7:00pm
Bible Study
7:00pm-8:00pm
15

No Great Vespers
Harvest Homecoming
Harvest Homecoming
16
11
Diaconate Ordination
of William Redmon
Orthros 9:00am
Divine Liturgy 10:00am
Reception to Follow
Harvest Homecoming
17
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18
Greek School
6:30pm-7:45pm
Daughters of Penelope
10:30am
Youth Outing to
Gallrein Farms
11:00am
Bible Study
7:00pm-8:00pm
Great Vespers
5:00pm
22

Bible Study
10:00am-11:15am
23
Bible Study
10:00am-11:15am
Greek School
6:30pm-7:45pm
24
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25
Philoptochos Meeting at
Austin's Restaurant
11:00am
Great Vespers
5:00pm
Bible Study
7:00pm-8:00pm
29
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30
Bible Study
10:00am-11:15am
31 Fasting Symbols
  Strict Fast
Wine and Oil
Allowed
Greek School
6:30pm-7:45pm
Bible Study
7:00pm-8:00pm
Fish Allowed

Fast Free
St. James, Brother of the Lord
Celebrated October 23
According to some, this Saint was a son
of Joseph the Betrothed, born of the
wife that the latter had before he was
betrothed to the Ever-virgin. Hence he
was the brother of the Lord, Who was
also thought to be the son of Joseph
(Matt. 13: 55). But some say that he was
a nephew of Joseph, and the son of his
brother Cleopas, who was also called
Alphaeus and Mary his wife, who was
the first cousin of the Theotokos. But
even according to this genealogy, he was still called, according to
the idiom of the Scriptures, the Lord's brother because of their
kinship.
This James is called the Less (Mark 15:4) by the Evangelists to
distinguish him from James, the son of Zebedee, who was called
the Great. He became the first Bishop of Jerusalem, elevated to
this Episcopal rank by the Apostles, according to Eusebius (Eccl.
Hist., Book II: 23), and was called Obliah, that is, the Just, because
of his great holiness and righteousness. Having ascended the crest
of the Temple on the day of the Passover at the prompting of all,
he bore testimony from there concerning his belief in Jesus, and
he proclaimed with a great voice that Jesus sits at the right hand of
the great power of God and shall come again upon the clouds of
heaven. On hearing this testimony, many of those present cried,
"Hosanna to the Son of David." But the Scribes and Pharisees
cried, "So, even the just one hath been led astray," and at the
command of Ananias the high priest, the Apostle was cast down
headlong from thence, then was stoned, and while he prayed for
his slayers, his head was crushed by the wooden club wielded by a
certain scribe. The first of the Catholic (General) Epistles written
to the Jews in the Diaspora who believed in Christ was written by
this James.
St. Demetrios the Myrrhbearer
Celebrated October 26
Saint Demetrios was a
Thessalonian, a most pious son of
pious and noble parents, and a
teacher of the Faith of Christ.
When Maximian first came to
Thessalonica in 290, he raised the
Saint to the rank of Duke of
Thessaly. But when it was
discovered that the Saint was a
Christian, he was arrested and kept
bound in a bath-house. While the games were under way in
the city, Maximian was a spectator there. A certain friend of
his, a barbarian who was a notable wrestler, Lyaeus by name,
waxing haughty because of the height and strength of his
body, boasted in the stadium and challenged the citizens to a
contest with him. All that fought with him were defeated.
Seeing this, a certain youth named Nestor, acquaintance of
Demetriοs', came to the Saint in the bath-house and asked his
blessing to fight Lyaeus single-handed. Receiving this blessing
and sealing himself with the sign of the precious Cross, he
presented himself in the stadium, and said, "O God of
Demetriοs, help me!" and straightway he engaged Lyaeus in
combat and smote him with a mortal blow to the heart,
leaving the former boaster lifeless upon the earth. Maximian
was sorely grieved over this, and when he learned who was
the cause of this defeat, he commanded straightway and
Demetriοs was pierced with lances while he was yet in the
bath-house, As for Nestor, Maximian commanded that he be
slain with his own sword.
Philanthropic Opportunities
Are you already Kroger shopper?
Your current shopping could be benefitting the Assumption!
Kroger Community Rewards® makes fund-raising easy...all you have
to do is shop at Kroger and swipe your Plus Card!
TO USE THE KROGER COMMUNITY REWARDS PROGRAM:
 Go to krogercommunityrewards.com and register your Kroger Plus
Card (if you are already registered, click “Sign In” instead of
“Create an Account.”)
 Sign up for a Kroger Rewards Account by entering zip code,
clicking on favorite store, entering your email address and creating
a password, agreeing to the terms and conditions
 You will then get a message to check your email inbox and click on
the link within the body of the email.
 Click on My Account and use your email address and password to
proceed to the next step.
 Click on Edit Kroger Community Rewards information and input
your Kroger Plus card number. If you use your phone number at
the register instead of a card, call 800-576-4377, select option 4 to get
your Kroger Plus card number.
 Update or confirm your information.
 Enter “Assumption” or our NPO number of 10779 and select us
from the list and click on confirm.
 If enrollment is complete, you will see Assumption’s name on the
right side of your information page.
 That’s it!!! Use your registered Kroger Plus card or phone number at
the register and our parish benefits!!!
By registering online, coupons can be electronically attached to your
Plus Card. Not only do you help the Church, but you save money.
Talk to everyone you know about registering to benefit our parish!!!
Philanthropic Opportunities
Backpack Buddies
Because Hunger Doesn’t Take the Weekend Off
Help feed 10 kids at Chenoweth Elementary over the weekend!
There is a container in the back of the church in which to place a
food offering! Make it a habit to bring in an item each week for
those children who without help may go hungry.
(This will be an ongoing program of the Philoptochos)
Please bring foods
that are:
Non-perishable
Shelf-stable
Single-serving
Nutritious
May God Bless and
multiply your
offerings!!!
U of L Pediatrics Book Drive
Approximately two-thirds of US children and 80
percent of those living below the poverty threshold
are not proficient readers by the end of third grade.
U of L gives new books at every well-child
checkup through age 5 and we give gently
used books on sick visits and to siblings.
Bring in new or gently used children’s
books to the office or to Mary Makris!
Friends of the Metropolis
Dear Friends of the Metropolis:
God has called us to do might deeds for the glory of His name and for the
love of His people.
You are called upon to join in this reality of “faith working through love”
as we continue to manifest the love of God for His Church and His people.
When you support the Friends of the Metropolis Campaign, you are part
of a greater outreach that proclaims with one universal voice that God is
truly our hope and our rock of salvation.
Because of your devotion and help to the Friends program, ministries and
programs are implemented on a Metropolis-wide basis which strengthen
and enhance our faith and our joint ministry of service.
If you have not yet become part of the Metropolis-wide effort, I would like
to invite you to join forces with the faithful throughout the Metropolis in
support of the ministries which are part of the Office of the Metropolitan.
Thanking you for your kind and generous response, I remain, with
paternal blessings and prayers,
+NICHOLAS
Metropolitan of Detroit
I am pleased to support the work of Metropolitan Nicholas and the Metropolis
through the Annual Metropolis Stewardship “Friends” Program
Please send to: Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Detroit, 2560 Crooks Rd, Troy, MI 48084
Friends of the Metropolis
WHAT DOES FRIENDS OF THE METROPOLIS SUPPORT?
GENERAL
Fully fund the expenses of the Metropolis office, program and travels.
EDUCATION
Enhance scholarships and adult education programs, as well as support
the Metropolis students at Hellenic College/Holy Cross.
SUPPORT
Develop and provide educational and instructional seminars and services
to clergy and parishes.
YOUTH
Maintain and support the youth office and activities of a full-time Youth
and Young Adult Ministries director.
OUTREACH/MISSIONS
Create opportunities to introduce our faith to society, participate in interChristian and inter-faith activities as well as provide quick responses to
national disasters.
HELLENISM
Develop programs for Hellenic Cultural Outreach, including language,
including language, history and arts.
LEADERSHIP
Organize Metropolis Clergy-Laity Conferences, Oratorical Festivals,
Christmas Pageants, and Adult Education Programs.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Website development, hospitality to visiting dignitaries and guests,
Charity and Philanthropy
Do donate to the “Friends of the Metropolis” online,
go to: www.detroit.goarch.org and click here
General Assembly Notice
NOTICE OF PARISH ASSEMBLY
TO BE HELD ON OCTOBER 19, 2014
An assembly of all the stewards* of the parish will occur on Sunday, October
19, following the DIVINE LITURGY. The draft agenda will be as follows:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Opening Prayer / Attendance
Determination of Quorum* requirement of parishioners**
Election of Assembly Chairperson
Minutes of Previous Assembly
Reports (President’s, Treasurer’s, Festival, Facilities and Strategic Planning
Committee - including Phase 2 Building Project)
Proposal of 2015 Parish Budget
Nomination of Candidates for Parish Council, Election/Auditing Committees
Unfinished Business affecting the life of the Parish
Adjournment / Closing Prayer
*Quorum
To be legally binding, a quorum must be present before any meeting of the Parish
Council or the Parish Assembly.
A majority of the Parish Council shall constitute a quorum. The minimum affirmative
vote to pass a motion in a meeting of the Parish Council shall be a majority of a
quorum.
For a Parish Assembly, at least twenty-five percent (25%) of current members in good
standing shall constitute a quorum, except in matters pertaining to the purchase, sale or
encumbering of Parish Property, which require a quorum of the current members in
good standing per Part One, Article VI, Section 5 of the UPR. The minimum
affirmative vote to pass a motion in a Parish Assembly shall be two-thirds (2/3) of a
quorum.
**Parishioners
Parish membership is in accordance with the Part One, Article V of the UPR. An
eligible Orthodox Christian may become a member in good standing of this parish by:
1) Submitting a signed yearly Stewardship Pledge card reflecting a contribution that is
sacrificial in nature, and;
2) Meeting one’s financial obligation in a timely fashion, including an initial
remittance at the time of initial yearly pledging.
To maintain member in good standing status for the purposes of the two annual Parish
Assemblies, a parishioner should fulfill at least 25% of their annual Stewardship Pledge
prior to the first annual Parish Assembly and at least 75% of their pledge before the
second annual Parish Assembly.
To maintain member in good status for any Special Parish Assemblies or ecclesiastical
services (such as weddings and baptisms), a parishioner will need to have their pledge
current as of the annual quarter in which the Assembly or service takes place..
Database Update
Dear Parishioners of the Assumption,
We are in process of updating and confirming the contact information
of our parishioners. If you receive emails through the Listserv, you
were recently sent a digital form. If you are not on the Listserv, please
fill out the following form and send it to the office. Thank you for
your assistance in making sure we can serve you as fully as possible.
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Stewardship
“A Rich Man is not one who has much
but one who gives much. For what he
gives away remains his forever.”
St. John Chrysostom
Sam and Thelma Adams *
Allen and Portia Dodd
Michael and Vickie Agamemnonos
Jason and Elyse Allemang
David and Jeanne Doukas
Ron and Melanie Fadel
Larry and Nancy Anas *
Michael and Lauren Flaherty
Chris and Connie Anggelis
Peter and Angelica Fotos
Thomais Arvaniti and John Dobson
Jimmy and Maria Athanasiou *
Milton and Kelly Galanos *
Johanna Geftos
Mike and Lori Balakos *
Eleni Georgiafandis
Janice Bellville *
Alex Gerassimides and Greg Fischer
Mary Bennett
Julia Burden
Marcus and Nancy Geromes *
Thomas Gianacakes
Tom and Joanna Caneris *
Dimitrios and Margie Gregoriades
Joanne Caridis
Anthony and Jennifer Griffin
Dean and Katy Collis
Gus and Alice Collis*
John and Julie Harris
Mike and Deborah Harris
Dr. Phillip Collis
Helen Hellen
Ricky and Anne Collis *
Elizabeth Johnson
Stanley and Maria Collis
Andri Constantinou and Charlie
Simmons
Stephanie and John Cox-Hile
John Johnson *
John and Jean Kallis*
Dan and Sarah Cupkovic
Faith Kappas and Matt Childress
Steve and Carol Kapsalis
Ruth Dean
Alexis Karageorge and Rick Buono *
Rhonda Karageorge
Alex Digenis
Emily Digenis and Hunter Sattich *
Chris and Karla Katakis *
Elias and Marianthe Kikareas
George and Helen Digenis
Justyne Kondos & Jason Willman *
Melina Digenis and Steve Taylor *
Chris and Anita Kounnas *
Stewardship
Nick Kounnas *
James and Marsha Serdenis
Stephanos and Kristen Kyriacou *
Phillip and Cheryl Leathers
Jeff and Marilyn Sexton *
Mary Sharish
Ryan and Laura Leathers *
Chuck Shuff
Fr. Larry and Pres. Jenny Legakis *
Jim and Christine Simatacolos
Mary Makris *
Mark and Pamela Mann *
Tom Smith
George Soteriou*
Areti and Jack Masero-Baldwin
Evanthia Speliotis and Peter Vedder *
Penny Masterson *
Robert Taylor
Joanna Mikos
Ramsey and Souha Nassar *
Gregory and Pamela Theoharatos*
Richard and Suzanne Travis *
Georgia Panaretos
Themis and Frances Tsaoussis
Nicholas and Ashley Panaretos
Penny VonAllmen
Jennifer Paulk
Angeliki and Barry Pecha
Peter and Elaine Whatley
Mike and Tina Whelan
Tina Perlegis
Cheri and Jim White *
Larry and Becky Racevice
Madelon Zady
John and Demetra Raptis
Cosmin and Dana Schenk
Mona Zady
William Zhunga *
Constantine and Julia Scordalakes
* denotes increase in stewardship pledge
92 Stewardship Pledges received for a total of:
$143,114
That’s an average of $1556
per Assumption Family!!
Please take a moment and fill our you pledge card today.
An Orthodox Christian Steward eligible for voting in General
Assemblies must be a Baptized or Chrismated Orthodox Christian and
have a signed pledge card on file for the current year.
Community Announcements
Although we are very sad to see Jim and Maria
Athanasiou move from Louisville, we are happy
for them as they will have the opportunity to
spend more time with their granddaughter Zoe.
Although we will miss them greatly, we have
been assured that they will make frequent visits
to Louisville. May God grant them many more
years of happiness as they begin this new chapter
of their lives!
Let us warmly welcome Dr. Mary Koutourousiou to our
community. Mary has joined the faculty of the UofL
Department of Neurosurgery and specializes in
Endoscopic Skull Base Neurosurgery. She has come to
Louisville from Pittsburgh, PA, and is a native of
Thessaloniki, Greece.
We pray that Mary will enjoy being with us as much as
we have enjoyed having her these past few weeks, and
that she will be with us for many more years to come!
Congratulations to high school Senior Nick Kyriacou
who received the prestigious Kentucky Governor's
Scholarship award in 2014. The program's mission is
to enhance Kentucky's next generation of civic and
economic leaders. Nick is joined by 2013 recipients
Phillip Digenis Lentsch, Lucas Taylor and Ophelia
Vedder. Prior to that, Anthony Caneris and Mary Fischer were the 2012
Governor's Scholars from the Assumption Community. We are so proud of
these talented teens!
Do you have news that would be edifying in a Community Announcement,
if so, call the Church office or email [email protected].
Grace and Work
Taken from “The Prologue from Ochrid”
(from October 23rd)
From God comes grace, but from us comes labor. Therefore, let no one even
think that the holy apostles relied solely on the God-given grace, or that it
was easy for them, or that they performed their great work in the world
without effort. Does not the Apostle Paul say: But I k eep und er m y bo d y,
and bring it into subjection: lest that by any means, when I have preached to others,
I myself should be a castaway (I Corinthians 9:27)? And still, in another place, does
he not say that he spent his life in p erils o f w aters, in p erils o f ro bbers, in
perils by mine own countrymen, in perils by the heathen, in perils in the city, in
perils in the wilderness, in perils in the sea, in perils among false brethren, in
weariness and painfulness, in watchings often, in hunger and thirst, in fastings
often, in cold and nakedness (II Corinthians 11:26-27)? St. James fed only on
bread and that not to satisfaction. He slept very little, and spent his nights in
prayer. He knelt so much in prayer that the skin on his knees became as hard
as the skin on the knees of a camel. This brother of the Lord prayed with
tears and sighs not only for the Church, which he governed, but also for the
whole world. Even when he was pushed from the temple roof by the
malicious Jews, and thus was completely broken, the holy apostle never
forgot his debt to God and to men. Gathering his last strength, he raised
himself to his knees, stretched forth his hands toward heaven and fervently
prayed to God saying: ``Lord, forgive them this sin, for they know not what
they are doing.'' While he was praying thus, wicked men struck him with
stones from all sides. Seeing this, one of the sons of Rechab cried out: ``Stop!
What are you doing? The righteous one is praying to God for you, and you
are killing him!'' However, that shout of a compassionate soul could not
deter the murderers, accustomed to evildoing, from killing the saint of God.
So it was that the apostles did not rely on grace alone, but also put forth
nearly superhuman effort to show themselves worthy of God's grace.
The Prologue from Ochrid contains short accounts of the lives of major saints
for each day, as well as homily, something "for consideration", and points to
ponder from Old Testament readings. It is a most valuable addition to any
Orthodox library. The contents of these volumes are online at http://
www.westsrbdio.org/prolog/prolog.htm or can be purchased in hardback
from any good Orthodox bookseller.
“Opposing Views”
An Atheist’s View on Life
I will live my life according to these beliefs
God does not exist
It is just foolish to think
That there is a God with a cosmic plan
That an all-powerful God brings healing to the world
Is a comforting thought, however
It
Is only wishful thinking
People can do as they please without eternal consequences
The idea that
I am deserving of Hell
Because of sin
Is a lie meant to make me a slave to those in power
“The more you have, the happier you will be”
Our existence has no grand meaning or purpose
In a world with no God
There is freedom to be who I want to be
But with God
Everything is fine
It is ridiculous to think
I am fallen and in need of saving
A Christian’s View on Life
(read this bottom to top)
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