Vol. 10 , No. 9 Holy Apostles Greek Orthodox Church 2501 S. Wolf Rd. Westchester, IL. January 2006

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Coming together, we form an icon of God’s Kingdom

Just about everyone enjoys a celebration. Itis perhaps one of the most characteristic traitsof being a human being. We will celebrate atthe drop of a hat, using any excuse, from ababy’s first tooth to a forthcoming retirementas a cause for celebration. One of the happiestexpressions we can hear is the exuberantshout: “This calls for a celebration!”

We have just come through (for some, sur-vived) our annual celebrations of Christmasand New Year’s. For many they were genuine-ly festive occasions of rejoicing and happiness.For the Chiganos family, it was a time of greatjoy, thankfulness and hope with the arrival ofour 12th grandson. Regardless of the situation,once the exhilaration has dissipated, we realizewe must come to grips with a New Year.

Several resolutions come to my mind as Icontemplate the twelve months that stretch outbefore us. Perhaps you have determined theones that will be your focus in 2006. If not,may I offer a suggestion? I’ve been consideringit for over a month as the old year ground toan end. The longer I meditate on it, the morecommitted I am to it. In our house, Presvyteraand I begin each day with devotions and read-ing of Scriptures. We include the readingsfrom the Daily Bible Guide and selective read-ings from Psalms. It seems that this preciousbook speaks eloquently to our personal needsas it did to the Prophet David and the earlychurch. A regular celebration in my life hasbeen the Divine Liturgy, where the wordsfrom the Psalms are readily encountered.

In my reading, I have learned the mostworshipful, God-centered book ever written isthe book of Psalms. We read psalms at all of

A reluctant Luke Ernst receives a gift from Santa at the Communion Breakfast.photo by Eleni Poteres

From Father Bill...

A YearToCelebrate

our daily services. Located in the middle ofthe Bible, it is not only the longest of itsBooks, it is rich in meaning, especially to thosewho sincerely seek a lasting and deep relation-ship with the Father. Unlike the Proverbs,which are horizontally focused on helping uslive well and get along with one another, thePsalms are profoundly vertical, enabling us tounderstand and draw near to God. Theyinvite us to express our hearts to God. Theycompel us to make course corrections in ourwalk with God. They bring us comfort andpeace in difficult times. They model what itmeans to be men and women after God’sheart, to become imitators of His life, and toliterally align our hearts with His. Small won-der we automatically turn to the Psalms tofind strength for the present, and direction forthe future, as well as, comfort and peace inchaotic situations. When Presvytera and Iencountered such moments in life, when God

crushed us with burdens and unsuspectingchallenges, we took refuge and comfort fromPsalm 91.

This December, by God’s Grace, I com-pleted 50 years of service in the holy priest-hood. The fleeting years have been rewarding,for us, but have had several bumps on theroad. Along life’s journey, we encounteredchallenges plus disappointments and victory.But through it all, God has blessed us. Now, Iam compelled to offer pastoral counsel, withconfidence that your walk with God willbecome more profound.

As your pastor, I suggest you saturate your-selves with Psalms during 2006. It’s time forsome of us to dig into the book least read, theOld Testament. Since the book of Psalms con-tains 150 chapters, it is easy to break it downto bite-sized, readable portions.

If you prefer to read the book through each

...See Fr. Bill on P. 6

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From Father Nicholas Gavel to Gavel

BBYY GGEEOORRGGEE MMAANNNNOOSS,, JJRR...... Parish Council Secretary

Parish Council meeting of Thursday, November, 17

PreparingThe WayFor The Lord

Now that the frenzied Christmas buyingseason has come to a close, I was hoping thatI could go shopping in peace. However, themalls are now offering “After New Years” and“Post Holidays” sales. JC Penney is hosting aspecial one-day sale. Sears will offer a specialearly morning sale on Monday. Kohl’s is hav-ing a special yellow dot sale. The commercialstell us to get there fast! These are once in alifetime sales with incredible deals that wedon’t want to miss!

On January 7, we celebrate and remembersomeone who preached with a greater and dif-ferent sense of urgency, St. John the Baptist.He was different from most of us. John was avery ascetic person who wore clothing madeof camel’s hair and ate locusts and wild honey.The prophet Isaiah (writing in the OldTestament) talked about John 700 years beforehe was born. In the 40th chapter of Isaiah weread, “In the wilderness, prepare the way ofthe Lord, make straight in the desert a high-way for our God.” John is called theProdromos (one going and running ahead) orForerunner of Christ. In fact, the angelGabriel told the old Zacharias (John’s father)that he would have a son and this son would“go before the Lord” to make ready a peopleprepared for the Lord.

The picture from the Book of Isaiah wouldmake immediate sense if we lived in that era.Oriental eastern kings or monarchs customari-ly went to visit their people. They would senda messenger in advance to say, “The king iscoming! Make ready a way for the king.”This journey would be made with simple ani-mals. The ground would have some roughplaces. As there were no super-highways, apath would need to be cleared so that the kingand his entourage could visit their people.This was well worth the effort because itresulted in the king’s visit.

The Lord wants to visit His people (us)again in our day. God wants to revive Hischurch and revive the hearts of His people.He wants His presence to be known in ourchurches, our homes, and our lives. Thisrequires preparation. Prepare the way for theLord to come and visit your family and yourlife.

In the passage, the people are commandedto prepare this highway in the desert. The

...See Fr. Nicholas on P. 6

Present: Fr. William Chiganos, DonAlexander, James Banakis, GeorgeChechopoulos, Terry Chiganos, SandyFiascone, Ted Gregory, Nick Kirkeles,George Lampros, George T. Mannos Jr.,Peter Poteres, Steve Savas, and ChrisZurales.

Financial Reportº Peter Poteres reported that for the month of

October, the church has a deficit of$8,388.28. For the ten months endingOctober 31, the church has a positive cashflow of $1,108.77. Don Alexander movedto approve the financial statement forOctober. The motion passed unanimously.

Stewardshipº Ted Gregory reported that as of October

31, the church had received 844 pledges(down 36 from 2004) totaling $614,039.85(up $22,908.85 from 2004) for an averagepledge of $727.54 (up $55.80 per pledgefrom 2004). Amount paid YTD was$557,645.85, (up $18,885.87 from 2004).

º Ted Gregory reminded everyone thatNovember 20 is Stewardship Sunday. Anadditional 1000 pledge cards have beenordered. Our goal for 2006 is $650,000.Ted extended his thanks to everyone onhis committee. It was noted that GeorgeAravosis has worked very hard on thisproject, as well as on a number of otherprojects.

Correspondenceº A letter was received from the College Year

in Athens, Inc., with flyers enclosed,announcing its 2006 Summer Programs.

Meditationº Father Bill spoke of the phronema (religious

posture, mental approach to our worship)in the family. The family is lacking thisaspect of life and needs to engender thesethoughts and sentiments into its memberswhile children are young. Of course, itwould be most helpful if parents appliedthe religious principles taught by thechurch into their daily life. Phronema is afeeling that needs to be reestablished. Inthis same spirit, Father is suggesting thatwe can contribute to it by encouragingthose families who have been absent fromchurch to resume their attendance. Itwould be helpful for each of us to bring afriend or family member to the DivineLiturgy. By doing so, our phronema andspirituality will be strengthened.

Financeº Peter Poteres and Nick Kirkeles have a

meeting scheduled at the Harris Bank onNovember 22. They will review theHarris Bank FDIC resolution for thechurch accounts, and sign the necessarypaperwork.

Ways And Meansº Steve Savas provided a sample invitation for

Father Bill’s 50th Anniversary luncheon.It was decided that the invitations bemailed by December 15. GeorgeBeshilas will be handling the reservations.

President’s Reportº Sandy reminded everyone that there is a

Thanksgiving service scheduled forNovember 23 at 6:30pm. There was a dis-cussion regarding the staff Christmas gifts.Steve Savas moved that the Parish Councilapprove the same amount as 2004. Themotion passed unanimously.

º Nick Kirkeles presented an overview of theMetropolis of Chicago-Clergy/LaityPhiloptochos/Choir Federation Assembly,which was held Nov 2-6 in St. Louis. Ourchoir director, Nick Paloumpis, distributedthe choir awards.

Long Range Planningº Terry Chiganos met with his committee.

Some of the ongoing items to be addressedinclude: revision of the washrooms forhandicap accessibility; the renovation ofmulti-purpose room; additional iconogra-phy; expansion of HARC; an addition of a3rd level over the classrooms. It was alsosuggested that the Stewardship andSteering Committees initiate a demo-graphic study to be completed by the endof 2006. It has been determined that atthe present time, the following items aretoo cost prohibitive: acquiring additionalland, expanding the seating in the church,and construction of a parking deck. Terrycommented that the “Come Receive theLight” radio show is not available in ourarea.

New Businessº Don Alexander announced that the Rotary

Club is having its Annual ThanksgivingDinner at the Diplomat, with open seatingand a free-will donation.

º Sandy Fiascone reported that it has beensuggested that the Council revisit the pos-sibility of having a pre-school/day careprogram, at the church, for 3 and 4 yearold children. This will be added to nextmonth’s agenda.

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Since its founding in 1983, the HellenicMuseum and Cultural Center has movedtwice before coming to its final “temporary”home at 801 W. Adams Street, on the fourthfloor of the Greek Islands Building in theheart of Chicago’s Greektown.

The Hellenic Museum preserves Greekculture and traditions through its collections,cultural events, recorded oral and visual histo-ries of the Greek immigrant experience, andpresents the stories of Greeks in America andthroughout the world from antiquity to thepresent.

Building a freestanding institution has longbeen a goal of the founders of the Museumand its Board of Directors. In 2000, UHAC,under the leadership of Andrew Athens, wasinstrumental in securing the property at 333S. Halsted for the Museum. With the activesupport of Mayor Daley, the plans became areality when his administration approved theHellenic Museum and Cultural CenterRedevelopment Agreement. In the 2000Near West Side Area Land Use Plan, the Cityof Chicago identified the Museum as a gate-way to both Greektown and the Near WestSide. The city approved a $3.5 million TaxIncrement Financing (TIF) subsidy for theproject.

DEMOLITIONFor the many who braved the inclement

weather on October 24, the rainbow thatbriefly appeared between showers signified the

end of one odyssey and the beginning of anew journey for this long cherished dream ofthe Greek community.

On hand for the demolition was AthensMayor Dora Bakoyannis, who praised theMuseum for its efforts, saying “It was anodyssey and like Homer’s Odyssey, this jour-ney has a happy end.” Also present was MayorDaley, who thanked the Greek-Americancommunity and said “Mayor Bakoyannis andI share a similar vision for our cities. We con-stantly strive to make our cities a better placeto live, learn, work and raise a family. It’s thefamily values and work ethic of the Greek-Americans in Chicago that make this newHellenic Museum so important to our com-munity. This museum will be a sense of pridefor all Chicagoans for generations to come.”

The mayors signaled and a wrecking ballcrushed the walls of the old Turek hardwarestore, sending a shower of bricks onto thepavement and eliciting cheers from the crowd.

The new 40,000 square foot building wasdesigned by the award-winning firm ofPappageorge/Haymes, after a competitionopen to architects across the country. Thestriking design was inspired by the Stoa ofAttalos in Athens, a classic form of Greekarchitecture that utilizes a promenade with acolonnade. Construction is scheduled for com-pletion in 2008.

SUPPORTING THE MUSEUMThe museum has recently embarked on a

capital campaign entitled “for gener-ations”, with a goal of $15 million.Long time supporter, Dr. MaryDochios Kamberos has given over$1 million, and John Calamos of theCalamos Foundation recentlypledged $2 million. There are stillmany opportunities for namingrooms and parts of the facade in themuseum, ranging from $15,000 to$750,000. These major donors willnot only receive naming opportuni-ties, but will be recognized on aWall of Founders in a permanentand visible location in the Museum.The Board of Directors hope thatcapital fund donations of anyamount will be forthcoming fromthe Greek-American community.

In addition, support for the general opera-tions of the museum includes a growingnationwide membership base now reachinginto 26 states. Further, businesses and familiesare increasing their interest in sponsoringexhibitions and programs presented by themuseum. Recently, the museum has receivedgrants from the Illinois Humanities Council,CityArts and the Illinois Arts Council.

Everyone can show their support of thisunique institution by becoming a membernow. There are various levels of membership,beginning with $25 for seniors. Membershipapplications are available in our church office,as well as on the Welcome Table in the multi-purpose room.

EXCITING NEW EXHIBITNow through February 25, the museum

invites you to share a unique experience.Around 1500 BC, a great earthquake and vol-canic eruption destroyed a thriving Minoancivilization on the island of Thera (Santorini).Come immerse yourself in a full scale re-cre-ation of actual living space in the ancient townof Akrotiri, and experience what everyday lifewas like in this unique society. The TheraExhibit Lecture Series will explore art andnatural disasters, both ancient and presentday.

By Marilyn Athas

HellenicMuseumOdysseyContinues

Artist’s drawingof the exterior ofthe new Museumexterior.

Mayors Daley and Bakoyannis tour the Hellenic Museum’s exhibit Philoxenia, a friend to the stranger

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At left, the Waygroup makes sen-ior care kits aspart of doing phil-anthropic effortsfor aHumanitarianService Projectwhich serves theneedy in DuPageand Kane County.

Above, Mary Daly sings The Birthday of the King, accompanied by an instrumen-tal ensemble.

Above, Katie Berg, Rebecca Schieber, and AngelaBicos perform and instrumental. Not pictured in thegroup is Alexa Kussick.

Bette Schieber, right, directs the Junior Choir in a selection of Christmas hymns, songs, and carols.

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Memoriesof theSeasonHoly Apostles’ Christmas concerts andpageant are annual highlights of the sea-son. Special thanks to Zoe Ann Tomaras,Joan Berg, Bette Schieber, StephanieLekas, Karen Chiganos, and all the moth-ers who helped make these presentationsspecial.

In the Adventure Theater play QuietPackages, John Mercouris gets ZoeKafkes’ attention, above.

In AdventureTheater’s play,during a sceneon a bus, driverGeorge Katerinischats with pas-sengers from left,John Mercouris,Demi Korpan,Zoe Kafkes, andMaxx Lozano.

Members of theSunday Schoolchoir line up inthe multipurposeroom before thepageant.

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The HARCCorner

Yesterday, Today, and TomorrowBy Fr. William Chiganos40 sermons in 20 years

In today’s world, where there is aneed for “visible” Christians, these elo-quent and spiritual sermons by FatherBill serve as a valuable reminder of whatis expected of us throughout our earlylives. Father Bill reminds us that the pri-mary goal of all Christians is the impor-tance of acquiring the gift of the HolySpirit in us. These beautiful and inspir-ing sermons emphasize discipline,courage, faith, and most importantly, ournever-ending love for God and His lovefor us. We are encouraged to remainsteadfast in our faith and as Christians,are not to fear or worry needlessly forJesus tells us, “with God all things arepossible.” Father Bill’s sermons havebeen selected from more than 800Sunday presentations.

One MP3 CD $20.00

Let The Little Children ComeBy The Lodenkamp Family

These CD’s (2 per set) were born in thehearts of the Lodenkamp family andtheir desire to share with other familiesthe stories of character-building andpeace that have blessed their lives. Theywant to encourage parents to listen withtheir children, these beautiful stories ofeveryday situations which teach and rein-force the messages found in Biblical pas-sages. Stories such as The RightDecision, Telling Mother, and Duties andPleasure, to name a few, deliver lessons ofmorality and love. The Lodenkampspray that by listening to these stories,families will reevaluate where their treas-ures truly lie. Appropriate for children ofall ages.

CD set $20.00

The Song Of Francis And The Animals

By Pat MoraAward-winning author Pat Mora cele-

brates the tender relationship betweenSaint Francis and the animals he loved.Inspired by Saint Francis’ own reverenceand love for animals, this book willencourage readers young and old to joinin with the sights and songs of God’screatures.

Hardbound, $17.00

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month of the New Year, read five psalms aday. If that seems a little too ambitious, howabout reading three psalms a week? That wayyou could complete the book in a year, as youstroll more slowly and meditate more deeply.In addition, you may want to keep your jour-nal nearby, noting the things the Lord revealsto you about Himself from His inspired hymn-book of praise.

Either way, the discipline you apply in thatworthy process will result in your beginning tointerpret life from God’s perspective ratherthan your own limited human viewpoint.Believe me, the system works. In our house-hold, it has been tested and the results havebeen beneficial.

Finally, the goal. I am convinced that thefaithful concentration of our minds on thetruths of this magnificent book will cause ourhearts to become increasingly more in tunewith the things of God, His will, His ways, Hisgoodness, His glory. In brief, I believe we willend the New Year with a heart more tenderlyaligned with our Lord than when we beganthe project. And, frankly, I cannot think of agreater need within us than that one!

Several of the Psalms are praises we need

to become acquainted with. The psalmists, intelling everyone to praise God, are doing whatall men do when they speak of what they careabout.

By following these guidelines and embrac-ing each moment, 2006 will be a time for cele-bration. His word will bring great joy whenyou worship Him, especially in the presence ofHis people. The Psalmist made it so clearwhen he wrote: “I was glad when they said tome, let us go to the house of the Lord.”

God’s blessing and joy to your family asyou search God’s word throughout this NewYear. May we always celebrate many joy-filledmoments together in His name.

Fr. Bill from P. 1

Resolve to meditate on the Psalms in the New Year

On behalf of the Holy Apostles family, we offer our warm expressions of sympa-thy to Father Nicholas, Presvyetera Michelle, their children, and the entireGeorgiou family.

Anastasia Georgiou, mother of Father Nicholas, fell asleep in the Lord inGainesville, Florida, on December 11.

Father Nicholas, as you and your family come together, we offer our support andlove. Please know that we are offering prayers for the soul of Anastasia and especial-ly for each of you.

May the Father of mercies and God of all comfort ( 2 Cor 1:3,4 ) console youand your family and give you all strength today and in the days to come.

God grant her eternal rest.

wilderness, the desert, is an unlikely place fora king to visit. Isn’t it wonderful that God iswilling to visit and meet with us in the middleof our wilderness, in the middle of our desert?

If we have broken relationships, we need tomend them. Obstacles are hindrances. Inpreparing a highway, we need to bring downthe mountains and fill in those low places.These may be low places of hopelessness,despair, or self-pity. We can fill them in withthe goodness of God and the promises and

trust in God.St. John presents us with a challenging

question: Are our lives prepared for the Lord?Would God be comfortable really showing up,manifesting Himself, His presence and Hisglory in our lives and in our homes?Sometimes, we wait for everyone else to getprepared. Everyone else should bring downhis or her mountains. We wait for that parentor that child to come back to seek forgiveness.St. John challenges us, “No, you prepare thehighway.”

Fr. Nicholas from P. 2

Is the Lord’s path to you clear?

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Thursday, January 5

6:00pm Liturgy

Friday, January 6

8:00am Orthros

9:00am Liturgy

Saturday, January 7

8:00am Orthros

9:00am Liturgy

Perry DeimerDemetri Vandarakis

Harry PsimosFotini KarapasPeter Bouloukos

Vasiliki BouloukosAngeline JohnsonChristos Patsavos

Nicholas Bell

Tuesday, January 17

8:00am Orthros

9:00am Liturgy

Wednesday, January 18

8:00am Orthros

9:00am Liturgy

Wednesday, January 25

8:00am Orthros

9:00am Liturgy

Monday, January 30

8:00am Orthros

9:00am Liturgy

Saturday, January 14 @ 5:00pm

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Memorials( December )

Great Vespers

Eve of Epiphany Feast Day of St. Anthony

Feast Day Of St. Athanasios

Feast Day of St. Gregory

Feast Day of Three Hierarchs

Feast Day of St. John

Holy Epiphany

Funeral

Mosaic DeadlineThe deadline for the February Mosaic

is Tuesday, January 10.

PhiloptohosVasilopitaOn January 8 following the Liturgy, Philoptohos will host the annual Vasilopitacelebration in the multi-purpose room. A collection will be taken to supportSt. Basil’s Academy which houses and educates underprivileged children.This fundraiser is celebrated in Greek Orthodox communities throughout theUnited States. The city-wide Philoptohos Vasilopita Celebration will also takeplace 6pm, January 8, at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church in Oak Lawn.

Godparents’ LuncheonOn February 5, godparents and godchildren are invited to take communionand enjoy lunch together following the Liturgy. Reservations will be acceptedin the multi-purpose room on Sundays leading up to the event or by callingCynthia Stathopoulos at (630) 986-0630. Prices are $12 for adults (13 & up)and $6 for children (12 & under). Payment is required prior to the event tosecure the reservation. Seating is limited so book your reservation today!

Save the date - The next Philoptohos meeting will be Tuesday, February 21at 7pm. Watch the Sunday bulletins for details on the featured presentation!

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