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January 30-31 Conference on Falling Asleep in the Lord

Falling Asleep in the Lord: An Orthodox Perspective on Dying, Death and Grief

“How should Christian people prepare for death, their own and that of loved ones? … in the United States, we tend to avoid the question as much as we can. We consider death to be brutal and tragic, whatever its circumstances and causes. It marks an end to our ambitions, while it underscores the ephemeral nature of our existence. Therefore we treat it like a “last enemy” from which there is no escape, no salvation. Death appears as a specter, a menacing evil, that evokes a reaction of dread.” – From the forward of: A Christian Ending by Dn. Mark and Elizabeth Barna, Divine Ascent Press

These events are free to all. Registration will be at the door the day of the event. Please note, childcare is not available.

Please download the flyer for more information.

October 26 IOCC Event

Please join us at the annual International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC, www.iocc.org) fundraiser dinner on Sunday evening, Oct 26th, from 6pm – 8pm, held this year at:

Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church
13555 Hillcrest Road
Dallas, Texas 75240

This is not a religious event, nor a political one, but an effort for a worthy cause, with high level impact. About 92 cents of every dollar donated to IOCC goes to the actual charitable effort, making IOCC one of the most efficient charities in the USA, much more efficient than many of the more well-known charities. IOCC has been involved in international relief efforts in such places as Syria, Ethiopia, Serbia, Russia, amongst other places in Africa, Asia, and Europe.

IOCC is fortunate such that out of every $1 donated, $7 (not a typo) is generated toward relief efforts, due to existing grant and philanthropic relationships.

If you cannot attend, but would like to assist in some fashion, please contact Michael Petridis.

Also see the IOCC Event Flyer.

Sept. 15 — Assembly of Orthodox Bishops Clergy Laity Gathering in Dallas, Texas

The Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of the United States of America will commence its fifth annual meeting in Dallas, Texas with a pan-Orthodox Doxology and Clergy-Laity Gathering on the evening of Monday, September 15, 2014.

Monday September 15, 2014
at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church

• 7:00pm – All clergy and laity are invited to join in prayer during the Doxology.
• 7:45pm – Q & A made up of a panel of bishops who will answer questions related to the work of the Assembly.
• 9:00pm – Fellowship, food and refreshments will be in the Church Hall

This is the second Assembly-sponsored clergy-laity event; the first was held in Cleveland, Ohio in October 2013. The gatherings serve as a valuable opportunity for hierarchs to present the work of the Assembly to the faithful and allow for the exchange of ideas and concerns.

The event is open to the public.

The Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of the United States of America is a body of all active, canonical Orthodox bishops in the US. There are currently 53 bishops in the Assembly, representing the following archdioceses and dioceses in the US: Albanian, American Carpatho-Russian, Antiochian, Bulgarian, Georgian, Greek, Orthodox Church in America, Romanian, Russian, Russian Orthodox Church Outside of Russia, Serbian, and Ukrainian. The Assembly was established to address the pastoral needs of Orthodox faithful, present a common and unified witness of the Orthodox Faith, and manifest the unity of Orthodoxy.

If you have any questions please call the Holy Trinity Greek Orthoodox Church offices at 972-991-1166.

Byzantine Icon Painting Workshop at St. Demetrios

Experience the unique spiritual world of the Byzantine Era through icon painting. Icon Painting Workshop August 27- September 3,  2014 Fort Worth, Texas         During this intensive 7-day course we will concentrate on the traditional painting techniques of Byzantium. The subject of the icon that students will paint is “Mother of God”. Our goal is for students to understand and learn the artistic practices as well as the philosophy of Orthodox Iconography.  Through the process of demonstrations the stages as well the whole method of painting an icon will be presented.  The students will then put into practice these skills under the guidance of the instructor Theodore Papadopoulos. The techniques of painting will be taught in a clear and concrete way enabling the students to easily apply what they have learnt once the workshop is completed. Great emphasis is placed on the student acquiring “hands-on”experience, in order to be able to comprehend and put into practice the techniques Byzantine icon painting requires. This workshop offers students of all levels, from the beginner to the professional, an opportunity to learn and refine their techniques in the sacred art of Byzantine iconography. Tuition: $670. The price includes the materials which will be used by the students, (brushes,pigments,boards). A non-refundable deposit of $150 is required to reserve a place in this workshop. The balance is due on Aug.  27, 2014. Location: St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, Fort Worth, Texas. Watch the trailer.

About the Instructor

Pan-Orthodox Vespers Schedule

PAN-ORTHODOX VESPERS

(Sundays during Great Lent – 6 p.m.)

March 9 – Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, Dallas

March 16 – St. Peter’s Antiochian Orthodox Church, Ft. Worth

March 23 – Sts. Constantine & Helen Antiochian Orthodox Church, Dallas

March 30 – St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, Ft. Worth

April 6 – St. Seraphim Orthodox Cathedral, Dallas

A Lenten meal is served after Vespers. 

3 Evening Retreat Feb. 23-25 in McKinney

NTOM Conference Jan. 31-Feb. 1 in DFW Area

Orthodox Christian Perspectives

The Hidden Joy of Christian Living:

Sharing Christ’s Love with Our Neighbor

January 31, 2014

at St. Peter Orthodox Christian Church, Ft. Worth

Dinner 6:00 p.m., Program 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

February 1, 2014

at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, Dallas

Coffee 8:30 a.m., Program 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Learn more by reading our Flyer

Bishop Gregory of Nyssa Primate of the American Carpatho-Russian Orthodox Diocese of the USA	Fr. Maximus Cabey St. Matthew OCA (Green Bay, WI)
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Bishop Gregory, before becoming a priest and bishop, worked for 20 years as a researcher in the field of cardiology. After taking a mission trip to Alaska, he felt the calling to pursue the priesthood. He received the M.Div. from Holy Cross seminary in 2006 and was ordained a priest in 2007. As an Ierokyrix and a Confessor, he has provided spiritual direction to the clergy and faithful of the metropolis of Atlanta. With an affinity for youth ministry and a skilled administrator he oversaw all the youth programs in the Metropolis of Atlanta. Bishop Gregory was elevated to the episcopate in 2012.	Fr. Maximus, a graduate of St. Vladimir, was ordained to the holy priesthood on the Feast of the Universal Exaltation of the Cross by Metropolitan Jonah on September 14th 2010. In 2011 Father was appointed the new Rector for St Matthew. In addition to the M. Div., Fr. Maximus has a B.A. in Theology and Mental Health and Human Services from Franciscan University of Steubenville. Fr. Maximus has been involved in pastoral ministry and teaching for the past 23 years.

Oct. 30 Lecture: Christian Tradition in a “Postmodern World”

Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2013 7pm

Archpriest John Erickson

Former Dean and Professor

St. Vladimir’s Orthodox Theological Seminary

Location of Public Address:

St. Seraphim Orthodox Cathedral

4208 Wycliff, Dallas, Texas 75219

stseraphim.org (530 ) 921 1567

About The Presenter:

Fr. John H. Erickson is thePeter N. Gramowich Professor of Church History, Emeritus, and former Dean of St. Vladimir’s Orthodox Theological Seminary, Crestwood NY, where he taught from 1973 until his retirement to Tucson, Arizona, in 2009.

His publications include The Challenge of Our Past: Essays in Orthodox Church History and Canon Law; The Quest for Unity: Orthodox and Catholics in Dialogue; Orthodox Christians in America: A Brief History; as well as over sixty published articles and book chapters.

Since retiring, Fr. John has kept busy with speaking engagements and with serving assignments throughout the Southwest. As needed, he also gives a 14-unit online course in church history as part of the Diaconal Vocations Program of the Orthodox Church in America.

A Brief Summary of the Evening Presentation:

Cultural historians, social theorists, philosophers, literary critics and many others refer to our world today as “postmodern.” They do so to call attention to a cultural shift that is as far-reaching as it is profound. Much of what the “modern world” took for granted is now being called into question. Suspect, among other things, is the metanarrative, the big story, the “totalizing narrative schema” that claims to present transcendent and universal truth. In this new cultural context, what place is there for the “big story” offered by historic Christianity? What word of hope does Christian Tradition have to offer men and women today, who are skeptical about the claims and promises of the past and at the same time anxious about the future?

A Second Opportunity:

In addition another presentation — a bit less public however — carrying a provocative title, will be offered by Fr. Erickson on Wednesday, October 30 at approximately 12 noon: “Does Christian Marriage Have a Future?” Here Fr. John will explore aspects of marriage that challenge Orthodox Christians each day. Members of the Church are certainly invited, but will be asked to leave afterwards for an informal Q & A between Fr. John and visiting clergy. This talk will be held at the Cathedral as well.

IOCC Fundraising Dinner, October 20, 2013 in Dallas

Please join me at the annual International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC, www.iocc.org) fundraiser dinner on Sunday, October 20th, held this year at:

Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church

13555 Hillcrest Road

Dallas, Texas 75240

For more information, download the Flyer.

This is not a religious event, nor a political one, but an effort for a worthy cause, with high level impact. About 92 cents of every dollar donated to IOCC goes to the actual charitable effort, making IOCC one of the most efficient charities in the USA, much more efficient than many of the more well-known charities. IOCC has been involved in international relief efforts in such places as Syria, Ethiopia, Serbia, Russia, amongst other places in Africa, Asia, and Europe.

IOCC is fortunate such that out of every $1 donated, $7 (not a typo) is generated toward relief efforts, due to existing grant and philanthropic relationships.

We are also trying to set up a silent auction. If you have valuable memorabilia that you wish to donate, please contact me.

If you wish to sponsor a dinner table, or partially underwrite the event, please contact me. Sponsors will be given recognition at the dinner.

If you have ideas for best practices on how to make this event even more successful than last year, please contact Michael Petridis.

We expect our first committee meeting on Wednesday evening, 7pm, October 2nd, at Holy Trinity. Come join us!

Thank you for your time and consideration!

Why not donate $1 to make $7?

Please pass the word.

“The Theotokos as Model for Our Lives” Retreat at The Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ Monastery

University of San Diego

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