GOYA Sponsored Luncheon - Sept 10

GOYA SPONSORED GLENDI:  Come celebrate with our youth at the back to school luncheon Glendi on Sunday, September 9! We will be celebrating with delicious Greek food and dancing to festive music! Meals cost $15 for the main course and dessert. We hope to see you there! RSVP by September 7 through the front office  (843-577-2063)

VBS - Three Holy Youths June 12-15

VACATION CHURCH SCHOOL MONDAY-THURSDAY EVENINGS JUNE 12-15 5:30-8:00 PM

Last year our kids learned about the church of the Holy Trinity, its feast day of Pentecost, and the three sections of the church. So much was learned and enjoyed that we can’t wait for this year’s VBS!

This year we will be learning all about the three Holy Youths, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, Peer pressure, and the 10 commandments. To end this AMAZING week, on Thursday, we will have a celebration program that you won’t want to miss!!!

Fr. Ari, Mr. Joseph, and all the volunteers cannot wait to see all the smiles, and lessons. Please RSVP by June 8th with Mr. Joseph @ joe.w.hodges@gmail.com

Greek Independence Day Luncheon Mar 26

Parents' Night Out Dec. 9

Parents Night Out

Why: While Christmas is a time of joy, stress can creep in; let us provide a night of fun for the kids and a night for you all to do what you need to do in this season!

When: Dec 9 (6PM - 9PM) K-12 Parent's Night Out!

What: A movie, some board games, and study areas will be available for all the kids of parents at Holy Trinity in grade school. Fast Friendly Snacks Provided!

Where: Holy Trinity Hellenic Center

Nov. 6 YAL Coastal Carolina Fair

Join the Young Adults for a fun evening at the Coast Carolina Fair on Sunday, November 6 starting at 4 PM!

Email us @ holytrinitychsyal@gmail.com for more information

From the Fair’s website

From our first fair in 1957 through today, our goals have remained the same:

1. Raise money for local charities, scholarships, and various community needs.

2. Provide the best available family-oriented entertainment for the Lowcountry. All activities and events are chosen to provide acceptable entertainment for all ages.

3. Allow our Corporate Sponsors to present their message to more than 300,000 attendees each year.

Oct. 23 Young Adult League Boat Tour

Hello YAL,

Nike Pappas has graciously offered her expertise in sunset cruising and helped line up an event for us. We did this several years ago and had a great time. Hope you will be able to join us!

Details:

Sunday, October 23 - 4:30pm-7pm

IOP Marina

$40 cash ( + tip for the crew!)

BYOB/Snacks

40 people max, so please register!

Email Nike at nikepappas@me.com with additional questions

IOP Marina: 50 41st Ave, Isle of Palms, SC 29451. Time: 4:30-7pm *Arrive at the marina by 4 and look for a wooden tiki hut where Barrier Island Eco tours will help get you checked in or help you find parking if you're confused.

There is a working bathroom on the boat but there are also nicer restrooms at the marina. Parking is $10 per vehicle (carpooling encouraged!) Please bring $40.00 cash and a cash tip for the crew! Bring your own bevvies (water, soda, etc., no glass) and Bring your own snacks!

We will leave the Isle of Palms Marina by 4:30 and will travel to Capers Island. Wear comfortable clothes and footwear similar to what you would wear for a beach day. We will be getting dropped off on Capers Island--no shoes required! If you want to bring a towel or blanket feel free to do so. Usually the fun thing is to walk to the boneyard beach on Capers-- 4 about a 10-15 minute walk!

Youth Report September

HOPE and JOY helped make the Welcome Neighbors banner for our Neighborhood Dinner!

Dear Parents of Holy Trinity,

I cannot begin to explain the joy I have had over the past month getting to know y’all’s kids! The amount of love going to these kids through the HOPE/JOY, GOYA, Sunday School, Greek School, and Greek Dance instructors is incredible and delightful. Your children are receiving some of the best education possible through these hard working people and I’ll put them on a pedestal for this letter to y’all. The Youth Report to the church begins now.

HOPE/JOY

On September 10th HOPE and JOY, under the leadership of Kate Lewis, enjoyed themselves by coloring and painting a banner, three-legged racing, worm-racing (contact Kate for explanation), and an education on being a Good Samaritan. This lesson was foundational for them to understand “Love thy Neighbor as thyself” the Golden Rule. This was put to practice as they helped to decorate a banner to welcome our own neighbors for our Neighborhood Dinner that will be on September 22nd. The next HOPE/JOY meeting is on October 8!

We need one adult volunteer to help Kate Lewis continue to provide top-tier attention to our youngest children. One Saturday morning per month is what is needed!

If you have not signed up your kid yet, I encourage you to email Kate Lewis at klglewis29@gmail.com

GOYA

GOYA has had their elections. The positions of the GOYA Council are as follows: Keira Firilas-President, Eleni Ferderigos-Vice President, Abbi Reid-Treasurer, Dory Lewis-Secretary, and Caleb Reid-Historian. Frank and Sommer Kordonis are looking forward to the bright future that this year has in store for the GOYAns. We look forward to organising events and setting ourselves up for success moving forward.

Greek Dance

Kyklonakia and Palamakia (4-7 yo and 8-12 yo respectively) had their first night in the office on September 14, the excitement that the kids showed was palpable. I look forward to seeing them mature in dancing. The GOYA dance groups (Pegasus and Asteria) have been meeting since mid August. These groups have already seen much improvements since the beginning and are getting me excited to see them in action! Thank you Eleni and Tina for incomparable instruction!

Greek School

Dena and Patty are spearheading the youth Greek School for Holy Trinity. On September 14, we had the blessing of Greek School by Father Aristotle to kick off the school year! Then the kids were taught to introduce themselves to each other in Greek after they had some snacks to get them warmed up. I believe all the kids are getting into the groove of learning about Greek Language and Culture thanks to the efforts of Dena and Patty.

Sunday School

Brenda and company have constructed a strong education team for every sunday. The September 11 ice cream social was the kick off event for Sunday school 2022-23. A strong turnout that provided a great atmosphere to continue forward has given me great confidence in the team. The weekend of September 18 I sat in on their classes, I cannot express the care that is going to your kids with words. Continue to give the children of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church the attention they need!

Thank you all so much for your time and effort to the Children of Holy Trinity!