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What are you waiting for?
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■ THE REVEREND PETER DELVIZIS ll of us have heard the expression, What are you waiting for? Its underlying meaning is one of inaction and therefore negative. It implies a person simply waiting around for the life he truly wants. Can a person actually stop his life and sit passively by waiting for a better one? It’s sad but many do simply sit in self-pity and cry: “I’m waiting for love.” “I’m waiting for a promotion.” “I’m waiting for some extra money.” “I’m waiting for my big chance.” “I’m waiting for the stars to align.” “I’m waiting for the children to move out.” “I’m waiting for a better life.” Part of this notion stems from a desperate hope to live a better life than the current one, and
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to be chosen for something uniquely special without really having to do anything to be granted such privilege. A common example of this is when you hear people say that once they win the lotto, they’ll have the life they’ve always wanted. My dear brothers and sisters, waiting for something to happen that you have no control over or for something that has a tiny probability of happening justifies passivity and thus sets you up for failure. To those of you who ask yourselves What am I waiting for,? I direct your attention to a person named Simeon, who was a man waiting for something extraordinary to happen in his life. Simeon was a just and devout person Pag. 4 and although he waited for
NEW YORK TIMES OBITUARY
icholas J. Bouras, a member of the greatest generation and a brother in Christ, fell asleep in the Lord on December 22, 2013, while surrounded by his loving family and friends at his residence in Summit, NJ. He was 93 and was blessed to have lived a wonderful life. Mr. Bouras enlisted in the United States Army Air Corps in 1942. By the end of 1945, he attained the rank of Major and flew 44 combat missions in the European theater as the lead navigator and bombardier of 36 B-26 bomber aircraft. In 1946, the President of the United States awarded Mr.
Bouras the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Air Medal with seven oak leaf clusters. His assignments included the Headquarters 9th Air Force, 386th Bomb Group and the Headquarters 9th Air Division, 552nd Bomb Squadron. After his honorable discharge from the military, Mr. Bouras returned to his position with the United States Steel Corporation, where he remained for twenty years. In 1960, he and his late wife, Anna K. Bouras, embarked on an entrepreneurial career that led to the creation of one of America’s leading manufacturers of fabricated steel components for the commercial real estate
industry. For nearly 40 years, his privately owned company supplied steel to contractors who helped transform New York’s skyline. In 1970, this impact on the skyline began with the construction of World Trade Center Tower 4 and was followed by the construction of headquarter buildings for Hearst, Blo omb erg , B ea r Sterns, and Goldman Sachs, as well as the Pag. 3
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Eulogy for Nicholas J. Bouras
■ THE REVEREND PETER DELVIZIS our Eminence Archbishop Demetrios, Your Eminence Metropolitan Evangelos, Reverend Brother Priests, Honorable Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate, Devout Presvyteres, Members of the American Legion, Hellenic Post, Brothers and Sisters in the Lord, and the dear family of Mr. Nicholas Bouras, When the human eye narrows its scope and focuses on an object of beauty whether this object be a precious gem, a piece of art, an architectural marvel, a luminous celestial display, the eye creates a remarkable image deep within the mind. As the mind interprets, translates and explains to the body the experience that is before it, the human body is often fi lled with wonderment and admiration. In very little time, the mind begins to search for a linkage between such an object and the person who created this object of beauty. Once this connection between the object and the artist or architect is made, a dual appreciation can then exist – one for the object of beauty and one for its creator.
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The life of Nicholas Bouras was an object of beauty, a masterpiece, if you will, of the Grand Artist or Great Architect who is our Lord. On behalf of the faithful, I am honoured to speak about Nicholas Bouras, a founding member of this parish. There is truly so much one could say about The Man of Steel or Mr. Anonymous or, as we know him, a man of faith. Time, however, limits the recognition of his seemingly unlimited deeds. No one in this room has to be convinced of his incredible generosity, or of his kind soul, or of his depth of faith. These are some of the characteristics we attribute to Mr. Bouras. We look at this man and see before us not only a successful business man but a dapper gentleman. He was always dressed so well. Even when you visited him at his home he was always well dressed wearing a button-down shirt. We look at his life accomplishments and marvel and also question whether such a man can still exist today. Having done so much for our parish, having chaired the building committee to erect such a magnificent temple dedicated to the Holy Trinity, having been Parish Council President and Grand Benefactor of this parish, his energy in promoting this parish never ceased. When I visited him over the years whether at his office or in the hospital or when he was home-bound, his first inquiry of me was always, “how is Holy Trinity?” The parish of Holy Trinity will miss Mr Bouras, as I know others will too. We mourn today, yes; we mourn but as St. Paul says we mourn not as others who have no hope. We have hope and we are not ignorant of the power of God. As we miss our friend, we are fi lled with the hope of Christ’s Resurrection and we are reassured
that Nicholas having departed this world will enter the other world, the Kingdom of God where he shall be reunited with his beloved wife Anna, Sam (Sotirios) his brother and German Prisoner of War of whom he spoke often, Metaxia his sister and those who have gone before him. Nicholas leaves us a wonderful image of his life that many will consider as a true object of beauty. By allowing God to work through him, Nicholas became a conduit of God’s love which flowed into this world. As he was touched by the Lord, his life was changed. Having experienced the Divine Power, he became a person who sought to give of himself for the benefit and the uplifting of others. But lest we forget, Nicholas Bouras would be the first to cast attention away from himself and direct it to the One who made all things possible for him – our Lord, the Architect of his life. And isn’t this really the essence of Mr. Bouras’ life: he became richly blessed in this world by recognizing God’s gifts bestowed on him. His generosity and philanthropy to so many people and institutions can be seen as an outpouring of God’s love which in turn earned him something greater than material wealth. His extreme charity earned him the opening of God’s heavenly kingdom and the discovery of imperishable treasures that remain with him forever. This is the same Lord, the Grand Artist or Great Architect who wishes to meld and galvanize each of us into our own column of steel, strong in faith and mighty in works. Our Lord is eager to make your life a masterpiece and a true object of spiritual beauty. Amen. ^
Pag. 1 DEDICATED TO THE MEMORY OF NICHOLAS J. BOURAS Time Warner Center. His company also supplied steel for the construction Vice Commander Bouras was central to expanding initiatives of these of professional sports stadiums and arenas, which included the Yankees, important institutions. His philanthropy empowered the Order of St. Giants, Patriots, Ravens, Redskins, Celtics, 76ers, Wizards, and the Devils. Andrew to develop a multifaceted domestic and international strategic In 2007, Bouras Industries ceased operations with the sale of four plan to secure religious freedom for the Ecumenical Patriarchate, the companies and over 700 employees. Mr. Bouras’ business achievements spiritual center of the world’s 300 million Orthodox Christians located enabled him to positively impact the lives of thousands of people in need, in Istanbul, Turkey. including those in pursuit of higher education, as well as numerous non- Mr. Bouras is the recipient of numerous awards and honors, including an profit institutions throughout the world. He exhibited extraordinary Honorary Doctor of Humanities from Hellenic College, the Ellis Island commitment to his local parish, Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, Medal of Honor, the Alpha Omega Council Lifetime Achievement Award, which he helped found and served on the Parish Council for over 40 years. the Hellenic Heritage Achievement Award from the American Hellenic His support of the Ecumenical Patriarchate, the Greek Orthodox Institute, the Entrepreneur of the Year Award from Ernst and Young, Archdiocese of America, Hellenic College, Orthodox Christian Mission the Humanitarian Philanthropic Award from the Cyprus Federation of Center, and numerous philanthropic causes typified his enduring generosity America, the Athenagoras Human Rights Award from the Order of St. for humanitarian projects. A 25 year member of the Archdiocesan Council Andrew the Apostle, and the Republican Senatorial Medal of Freedom, the and National Council of the Order of St. Andrew the Apostle, Archon highest honor the Republican members of the U.S. Senate can bestow. ^
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The Prodigal Son Great Lent begins on Monday, March 3. Let us return to the open embrace of our Heavenly Father for we are all the prodigal. This year the Sunday of the Prodigal Son is February 16. The story can be read in the Gospel of St. Luke 15:11-32 epent, for the Kingdom of God is at hand!” [Matthew 3:2] These words of both our Saviour and St. John the Baptist are ever present before us in the church? This Scriptural quote is found on the scroll that is held in the hands of St. John the Baptist on the Iconostasis. In his time, St. John reminded all of the need to undergo a spiritual renewal that begins with repentance. In our time, the Church places this saying in the most prominent place – on the iconostasis itself – to constantly remind us that repentance is reflective, ongoing, and a subject that commands significant attention. To be Christ-centered is to fall into the arms of Him who saves us. The Lord’s warm embrace reassures us of His enduring love. The act of repentance or returning to the Father begins with a change of heart or a reorientation of the mind to the Blessed One. Here are a few words from the Holy Fathers regarding repentance”
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The Boundless Love of God by St. John Chrysostom:
“Such is the love of God for mankind that He never rejects genuine repentance, but even if someone were to go beyond the limit of evil and desire to return from there (as did the Prodigal) to the way of virtue, He would receive and approach him, doing everything to guide him to his former condition. In fact, He is still more loving: for even if one did not show all repentance – even the very least – He would reward him much for the little repentance shown. It is not He who ever turns away from us, but rather we who detach ourselves from Him. If you have sinned and fallen, rise, arise please! For the good and loving Master who was put to shame by your sin is beside you and does not reject cohabitation with you. Give Him your hand.” Look up at the Glory of God by St. Clement of Alexandria:
“True repentance is to be guilty no longer but to eradicate at once from the soul the sins through which death is known. For when these are revoked, then God immediately enters within man….To return to God is truly to cease from sinning, and to look back no longer. He who approaches from here, the angel of repentance will not need to repent afterwards, when he has left the body; nor will he be ashamed to approach the Saviour with all His glory and attendance; nor again will he fear the fire. It is, of course, good not to sin, but it is also
good for the sinner to repent; just as it is very good to be healthy, but it is good to heal the infirmity.” Courage by St. John Climacus:
“Do not be surprised that you fall every day; do not give up, but stand your ground courageously. And assuredly, the angel who guards you will honour your patience.” But in an instant by St. Ambrose of Optina:
“Years are not needed for true repentance, and not days, but only an instant.” The Humble Soul by St. Maximos the Confessor:
“Every genuine confession humbles the soul. When it takes the form of thanksgiving, it teaches the soul that it has been delivered by the grace of God.” ^
Pag. 1 WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? one specific request, he did so with patience and with the hope of a unique encounter. There was no desperate hope in his life for he was blessed to have the Spirit of God rest upon him and he fully trusted that in time the Lord’s promise would be revealed. Being righteous, the Lord granted his wish to see the Lord’s Christ before encountering his own death. On February 2, exactly forty days after the birth of Christ, Simeon walking through the temple in Jerusalem saw Joseph with Mary bringing her son Jesus for the forty day blessing as was the Jewish custom according to the Law. Seeing this beautiful Infant, He ran
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toward the family and excitedly took the baby Jesus in his hands and thanked God profusely. Simeon, looking upon the Infant and knowing that this Babe was God in the flesh, praised God and asked that his departure from this life be one of peace since his eyes had seen salvation in Jesus. [Luke 2:22-35] What is the difference in what you are waiting for and what Simeon was waiting for? His waiting was not based on false hope and most assuredly his life was not suddenly changed by a single unique occurrence. Rather his life was completely fulfi lled, not by a chance occurrence, but rather by the Person to whom he always praised. Simeon never sat
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passively watching his life flash by. He never pitied himself crying, Woe is me! But rather he lived his life in fulfi lment of God’s promise. The most important point for us is Simeon’s declaration that Jesus is to be the means of salvation for all people and on that conviction and statement of faith rests Jesus’ ministry and His mission to the Church. St. Simeon, whose memory the Church celebrates on February 3, the day after Christ’s Entry Into the Temple (40 Day Blessing, February 2), is a model of constant vigil and an active living faith in Christ. His life is an example to help us answer the question, What are you waiting for? ^
Philoptochos ■ PENNY PEFANIS, PRESIDENT
To aid the poor, the aged, the hungry, the needy, and the sick through charitable works performed with discretion, courtesy, and kindness.
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ove is the infrastructure of everything and anything worthwhile. Jesus Christ ultimately summarized his teaching after a threeyear ministry in one sentence: “Love God with all your heart and mind and soul and strength, and your neighbor as yourself.” Jesus could lead people because quite simply, he loved them. Jesus, the leader, served His people. The principle of service is what separates true leaders from glory seekers. Through Jesus Christ, God has even offered to serve us. Most of us believe that the symbol of love is the heart. However, the true symbol of love is a circle. True service inspires service, which completes the circle. Christ, imbued with all the power of God, asked
people: ”How can I help you?” He opened the eyes of the blind. He encouraged the paralyzed to walk, He resurrected the dead. He fed the multitudes from a meager catch. Even when they wanted Him dead, He died. He did all of this because He wanted to show us the power of love. To love is to serve. Please join the Ladies Philoptochos Society as a true Steward with love for Christ and serve to the glory of God. We extend our deep appreciation to the following true leaders for their hours of dedicated service to God and our church: > Vasilopita Luncheon - Nitsa Bruno and Janet O’Sullivan, Agapios Kyritsis and Apostolos Apostolou > Membership Drive - Ellen Manos - Athenson and Maria Stevens > Go Red for Women - Mary Demiris. ^
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■ BY CHRISTINA KALLINOSIS SIGHTS AND SOUNDS LIAISON SIGHTS & SOUNDS REPORT
Its that time of the year again. Sights and Sounds is quickly approaching and all the Goyans are scrambling to start sights projects. We have also started practice for our groups such as the Greek dancing group, American and Religious singing, and the play. We are all very excited in the preparation as it really brings us together as a Goya especially on the day of sights and sounds when we can interact with kids of other churches. Overall it’s a fun day and if you’re not signed up for this year, definitely keep it in mind for next year. ■ BY DEAN LOGUS OUTREACH COMMITTEE MEMBER OUTREACH REPORT - DECEMBER 2013 On December 1, 2013 from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. and on December 13 from 7:00 – 11:00 p.m. GOYANS met at the Barnes & Noble in Clark to wrap gifts for customers. The donations that the customers gave are going to the ASPCA. Founded in 1866, the ASPCA was the first humane organization in the Western Hemisphere. Our mission, as stated by founder Henry Bergh, is “to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals
throughout the United States.” We raised $113.00 for the ASPCA Animal Hospital. ■ BY CHRIS BOUTSIKARIS ATHLETIC LIAISON ATHLETICS REPORT The past month have been very busy for our fellow GOYANS. They both implored very successful basketball and volleyball
seasons. This weekend we have the playoffs for senior boys basketball and senior girls volleyball. Both teams have been preparing for this weekend and we all wish each team the best of luck. Also, the GOYA attended the RutgersLouisville basketball game on January 4. All the GOYANs (and parents) had a great time at the game. ^ The Promise ^ February 2014 ^ Volume 38, Issue 2
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Parish Life
Scenes from the Christmas Pageant - December 2013
Two of our narrators. “Special thanks is extended to Despina Apostolou for creating and fabricating the many new costumes used during this year’s Christmas Pageant. Her talent, skill and creativity was appreciated by all.” A tremendous picture showing the Panagia watching over our children.
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Godparent/Godchild Sunday FEBRUARY 16
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n preparation for Godparent/Godchild Sunday, the following is printed to help encourage the Godparent’s special and blessed relationship with his Godchild.
THE GODPARENT IN THE ORTHODOX FAITH It is a rule of the Orthodox Faith that every person, child or adult, have a Godparent at baptism. To serve as a Godparent is both a special honor and imposes responsibilities which last a lifetime. Along with the parents, the Godparent is charged with the responsibility of assisting in the spiritual development of the child. The nouno or nouna whether a blood relative or not, becomes a part of the “spiritual family” of that Godchild. SELECTION OF A GODPARENT Our Archdiocese advises that the selection of a Godparent is an important choice because the Godparent is responsible for the spiritual upbringing of the child. This person becomes a member of your family and thus establishes a lifelong relationship. As the Godparent is the sponsor at baptism, it should be realized that only someone who is a member in good standing of the Orthodox Faith, in full sacramental communion, and knows at least the main tenets of the Christian faith are allowed to hold this special honor. The Godparent should be an example of faith and able to explain the faith to the Godchild when it matures. THE HISTORIC ROLE OF THE GODPARENT IN THE ORTHODOX CHURCH The institution of the Godparent (sponsor), who serves as a witness and guarantor for the faith of the person being baptized and are obligated to edify him in the rules of Christian life, has existed since the fi rst century of the Christian era. Church literature of the second suggests that the sponsors of the fi rst centuries were usually deacons, deaconesses, hermits, virgins, and in general persons dedicated to the service of the Church and thus capable of edifying the newly-baptized in the truths of the Christian faith and its ethical principles. According to the “Apostolic Canons” (3, 16), a male Christian was obliged to take one deacon, and a woman one deaconess as sponsor. This practice has been maintained in the Church ever since. According to the Rudder (ch. 50, pt. 2), the person baptized, “when he leaves the saving bath, must be received by one faithful person.” RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE GODPARENT The responsibilities of the Godparent begin at baptism and span his or the child’s entire life. The role of spiritual guide and teacher expands and hopefully blossoms as the Godparent and Godchild develop a closer and more loving relationship. As with any relationship, this spiritual one needs to be fostered and cared for in order for it to develop. The best way for this relationship to grow is through prayer and contact. Pray for your Godchild and his or her parents, and the parents should encourage their child to pray for the Godparent. By doing this you are encouraging a relationship and giving it the spiritual basis on which to mature.
3. Encourage the faith through the types of gifts that you give your Godchild. Some examples of gifts are a bible, prayer book, books on the lives of saints, etc. 4. If you live in close proximity to your Godchild make yourself available to spend time with him or her. 5. Make a big deal of your Godchild’s Name Day. Celebrate with a special visit and dinner if you’re nearby, and give a “spiritually oriented” gift to celebrate, like an age-appropriate book of his patron saint’s life, a new icon, etc. 6. Emphasize the spiritual aspects of holidays. Play up the feasts of the Church - by bringing candles or flowers during Great Feast Days. 7. Invite your Godchild and encourage your whole “god-family” to come to Church.
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2014 SUMMER CAMP SESSIONS:
JOY: July 13th - 19th Save e! GOYA Week 1: July 20th - 26th the dat GOYA Week 2 : July 27th - Aug. 2nd For more information contact Mr. Christopher P. Xanthos, Director of Youth & Young Adult Ministries: 908-301-0500 • cxanthos@nj.goarch.org
PRACTICAL TIPS: 1. Celebrate the anniversary of the baptism with a card or a telephone call. Along with learning about the child’s patron saint. 2. Model your faith through your actions. Understand the sacraments as well as the teachings of the church so that you will be able to answer questions that your Godchild may have. The Promise ^ February 2014 ^ Volume 38, Issue 2
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n previous Februaries we have said: “Hey Mom, the way to your family’s hearts is through their stomachs!” Have you noticed that many times, no matter how many other beautiful rooms in your home, family and friends seem to gravitate toward the kitchen? We still have a variety of wonderful cook books to help you make your kitchen fragrant with
the aromas of foods that show how much you love them. But what about their “spiritual hearts”? The note on Romans 12:2 in the ORTHODOX STUDY BIBLE says: “…Mind (Gr. nous) here is more than the intellect; it is the highest faculty of human nature, encompassing the mind and heart. With this faculty one sees and comprehends God.”
Among the multitude of treasures Anthony M. Coniaris’ MY DAILY ORTHODOX PRAYER BOOK has to offer is a description of the value of short prayers: “The quiet repetition of a single word (Jesus Prayer) can help us to descend with the mind into the heart.” So, whether you are looking for a new cook book or a Bible or a book for spiritual study or an icon, browse our table: if you don’t see what you want, we can order it for you. ^
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