MARCH 20, 2016

Saint Sophia

Cathedral Communiqué

Sunday of Orthodoxy

Saint Sophia Cathedral 1324 S. Normandie Ave Los Angeles, CA 90006

FOUNDATION BOARD OF TRUSTEES

EXECUTIVE OFFICERS George E. Preonas, President; James A. Demetriou, PhD, Vice President; Constantine M. Boukidis, Secretary; Tina Callas, Treasurer

MEMBERS V. Rev. Fr. John S. Bakas; Timi Loomos Freshman; Alek Haidos; Steven C. Hanna; Gig Kyriacou; Brent A. Noyes; John T. Pappas; Jim Zaferis

PRESIDENTIAL APPOINTMENTS Anthony A. Demetriou, Presidential Assistant; John G. Marakas III, Sr. V.P. of Wells Fargo, Advisor to the Board; Andrew J. Demetriou, Foundation General Counsel

PARISH COUNCIL BOARD OF DIRECTORS

EXECUTIVE OFFICERS Brent A. Noyes, President; Dean Peratsakis, Vice President; Peter Triantafyllos, Treasurer; Karen Sarames, Secretary; Jeanine Hanna, Corresponding Secretary

MEMBERS Bertha Angels; Jonas Metin; Costa Bargeliotes; Peter Cosfol; Mauro Metini; George Rizkalla; William “Bill” Striglos; Anna Yallourakis; Dinah Wellington; Associate Members; Chris Stavaridis and Paris Yatskar

BOARD OF AUDITORS: Jim Ananias; Anthony A. Demetriou; Tom Moore

Office: 323.737.2424 Fax: 323.737.7029

www.stsophia.org/bulletin

When you write your will or update it, won’t you please remember Saint

Sophia Cathedral? Such a gift will live forever as our church ministers to

our spiritual needs. It’s an investment in the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

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MINISTRY NEWS

1. Sunday, March 20: The Annunciation of Theotokos and

Greek Independence Day Celebration

2. Saturday, April 2: American Hellenic Council 2016

Annual Awards Gala

LIFE IN FAITH STUDIES Fr. John S. Bakas

Increase your knowledge about our faith at our weekly Bible

study class. You’ll have a chance to ask Fr. John questions and

engage in interesting discussions with your fellow

parishioners in a casual setting. Don’t miss this wonderful

opportunity to grow in your faith. Classes meet in the

General Assembly Room.

Co-Ed Bible Studies classes are every Tuesday at 10:30 am.

FOUNDATION RESIDENCE

There is a 2 bedroom apartment available. If interested,

please call the church’s office at 323-737-2424 and leave a

message.

LOOKING FOR A FEMALE ROOMATE

Looking for an Orthodox single female roommate to share a

two bedroom apartment at the Mariposa Apartments. Please

email Jessica at secretary@stsophia.org.

HOLY WEEK FLOWERS

We are now receiving requests for Holy Week

Flowers. Please contact Jessica at the office

323-737-2424 ext 103.

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Spanakopita Pan $25

Tyropita Pan $25

Bougatsa Pan $25

Saint Sophia Foundation

Scholarships

John S. Sakellaris Scholarship - (for College/Post-Graduate Students)

Angelo L. Pappas Scholarship - (for Graduating High School Seniors)

The Saint Sophia Board of Trustees is pleased to announce

the creation of four $2,500 scholarships for eligible students within

our community. These scholarships are offered to a graduating

high school and college or post-graduate students. We have

increased the amount and number of scholarships this year.

These scholarships are in honor of two of the greatest

leaders of our community from the San Julian church, to the

founding of our Saint Sophia community up through the

Community Campaign for Building Expansion. John and Angelo

were true leaders, visionaries and stalwart servants on behalf of

Saint Sophia Cathedral and its community. They were also the

best of friends.

To receive an application please contact Tina Callas by email

(calset@aol.com) or phone (818-388-7818) or

Gig Kyriacou by email (gigk@mediate.com) or phone (818-

613-4412)

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE MAY 6, 2016

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PHILOPTOHOS

We are proud to announce Presbytera Maria Bakas as

“Mother of the Year” of our Mother’s Day Benefit Luncheon

on Saturday, May 7th. The event will be held at the lovely

Saint Sophia Cathedral Cultural Center. Please mark your

calendars for this special event honoring a very special lady!

Metropolis Philoptochos KIDS N CANCER – APRIL 10TH

at Big Canyon Country Club, Newport Beach. This is an

exceptional event to support the six Philoptochos Agape

Camps held throughout the summer each year for children

and their families afflicted with cancer and other life-

threatening diseases. Mark your calendars!

The “Evening with Friends” gala on February 27th , which

honored all Past Presidents of Saint Sophia Philoptohos, was

a great success! We extend our gratitude to those who

attended the event and to our many generous donors. It was

an evening to remember filled with family, friends and

wonderful memories. A video and program book composed

of biographies and photos of all the past presidents was a

highlight of the evening. Kudos to our chairman Scarlett

Billis and her committee for an extraordinary event!

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PHILOPTOHOS

Philoptohos Outreach- Please help us fill the needs of our

less fortunate neighbors for the Food Bank at St. Thomas

Catholic Church by purchasing food items listed on grocery

bags which will be distributed at church Sundays beginning

on March 27th. (see flier). This is a good way to continue

our journey through Lent.

Easter Flowers will be available on Palm Sunday for those

persons homebound or convalescing. Please submit names

to Christina Peratsakis at 213-716-1988 by April 17th.

We are still accepting Philoptohos membership dues. Let’s

get your husbands to join our group as well. We want to

reach our goal of at least 200 members! Visit our table at

Coffee Hour most Sundays.

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PHILOPTOHOS VIP

Senior Citizen of the Year Luncheon

Thursday, May 26, 2016, 11:00 AM

We are very happy to announce that Faye and Jim Demetriou

have been selected as our Citizens of the Year 2016. We invite

you to attend this special day for Faye and Jim, who both

have served our community, in many ways and in many

capacities, since their youth.

In addition to honoring these loyal and generous parishioners,

you will also enjoy a delicious lunch and fellowship with many

friends.

The event will be held in the Maniatakos Fellowship

Hall. RSVP is required by May 20, 2016. Please call Mary

Kezios (562)923-7110 or Angela Ananias (562)695-7234.

Donation is $25.00. Please make checks payable to

Philoptohos V.I.P and mail to Mary Kezios at 10409 Casanes

Ave. Downey, CA. 90241.

We look forward to seeing you there!

June event is still under discussion. Look in your Herald and

the Weekly communique for further information.

In His service;

Mersy Loukaris

VIP President

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EASTER PICNIC VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

SUNDAY MAY 1st..

In order for our annual picnic to be a success,

we need your help !!

If you would like to volunteer to help set up at

Brookside Park, Pasadena on Saturday, April

30th, please call Ted at 818.515.4095

If you would like to volunteer to work a 90-

minute shift at the picnic on Sunday, May 1st,

please see Jan Pastras at the sign-up table

during Coffee Hour after church on Sundays, or

call Jan 323.459.4006 or Stephanie 714.313.9027

We need people to cashier or serve in the

following booths: Dinners, Gyro, Loukoumades,

Pastries, Soda/Water

If you have any other questions regarding the

2016 Easter Picnic, please call Ted Pappas

818.515.4095 or Stephanie Caiopoulos Lubian

714.313.9027

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Saint Sophia Cathedral

Greek Orthodox Community of Los Angeles

invites you to celebrate Pascha (Easter) at the

94 th Annual Greek Easter Picnic

Brookside Park (at the Rose Bowl) Pasadena, CA

Easter Sunday May 1st - 1pm to 7pm

Fabulous Food and Desserts:

Souvlakia, Lamb Chops, Gyro, Vegetarian dinners

Baklava, Loukoumades, Galatoboureko, Kataifi

Beer, Wine, Soft Drinks, Coffee, Water

Free Parking

Picnic Tables

Live Greek Music and Dancing

Activities & Easter Bunny for the Kids

Admission:

Adults $10

Children 16 & under FREE !!

Credit cards accepted at admission gate

Please note:

Park entrance will not open until 1pm..

For health and safety, no pets allowed in the park..

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10:30 am

Bible Studies

w/ Fr. John

10:30 am

Bible Studies

w/ Fr. John

10:30 am

Bible Studies

w/ Fr. John

10:30 am

Bible Studies

w/ Fr. John