As we move out of 2025 and into 2026, I would like to reflect on our Stewardship program. Our final income for 2025 was approximately $540,000. This was the highest amount achieved by our Stewardship program and we greatly appreciate our community’s efforts to support our Cathedral. The 2025 results closed the gap with our budget of $565,000 and we continue to strive to fully meet our Church budget via the Stewardship program without needing to borrow from the Festival proceeds which are intended for capital projects. 

• The AVERAGE annual contribution needed to meet our budget obligation is $1,440 ($120/mo.)
• Please keep in mind this monthly amount is less than what most people pay for cell phone or cable service each year.
• The Leadership Stewardship contribution is $2,300 and above
• Regular contributions (i.e. weekly/monthly) are preferred as they help sustain the monthly operating costs of our Cathedral.
• Consider increasing your previous year commitment by 6+% in line with the increased operating expenses of our Cathedral.

The Church should be our priority for financial charitable contributions to support the numerous programs of our community. We have an active, vibrant community that will continue to grow and flourish with your continued support.
From everyone who has been given much, much will be required, and from the one who has been entrusted with much, even more will be asked - Luke 12:48

 

 

CONGRATULATIONS to our Oratorical Festival Finalists: 

Jr. Division: Katya Patitsas - Finalist and Estelee Raudenbush - Alternate.
Sr. Division: Sophia Shay – Finalist and Jacek Patitsas - Alternate.
We wish them well. The Metropolis Oratorical Festival will be held this Saturday, May 2^nd in  Pittsburgh.

For the Iconography Division – Estelle Raudebush won first place.  We are so proud of our children.  This year we had 20 children participate. Please see the MAY Source for pictures.

Philoptochos stewardship dues are now accepted in the Hall. We ask that you give $30 or more towards the Philoptochos.

Some information was missing where to respond from the April Source concerning the Philoptochos Scholarship:    St. Catherine’s Philoptochos Scholarship:  One (1) $800 scholarship will be awarded annually to a female graduating high school senior who is a member of the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral community of Camp Hill, PA. We are seeking an applicant who has a strong vision for volunteering and a genuine determination to help others. Please contact Dee Pandelaras at chris1dee@yahoo.com; Phone-(717)991-3680.    Deadline is May 15^th, 2026. 
 
LAST CALL - Pilgrimage to Greece and Mt. Athos.  We will visit many holy shrines and sites. We also will be visiting Mt. Athos  with the men. We will have a boat tour around Mt. Athos with all participants. The trip will begin on June 12^th, being picked up at Venizelos Airport in Athens at 10am.   Then after ten days on June 22^nd, we will be dropped off at the airport again in Athens at 10:00am. The total cost for the trip is $2000 per person.  You will be responsible to get to Greece and leave from Greece on your own and whenever you wish. I  will only be responsible for the trip in Greece. Also, since this is a pilgrimage, our attire must reflect this.  For men please wear long pants and long-sleeve shirts.    Ladies, please wear skirts below your knees, and blouses with sleeves.  If you are interested, please text or email Fr. Michael at frmichael@holytrinityhbg.org  or 717-818-1160

ARCHDIOCESE CLERGY-LAITY Those interested in volunteering or learning more about the upcoming Clergy-Laity in Cleveland please see the attachments with the email.  They need help in all areas of the Clergy-Laity. With your vital role it will be an overall success of this important gathering. Since this is in our own Pittsburgh Metropolis, we all should try to help by volunteering or donating. 

Graduation Sunday will be held on Sunday, June 7th, 2026.   All High School Graduates and College/University Graduates will be honored, and Scholarships will also be awarded that day.  Please attend.
 
Graduates please don’t forget to fill out the graduation form that is located on the ledge outside the office and/or in the Source (April page 33). This information will be used to make the booklet that we will give out on Graduation Sunday congratulating all of our graduates. Also please include a picture.  Deadline to submit information and picture is May 12^th.
 
Nameday Feastday Celebration will be held on Sunday, May 31^st. Please save the date!!  Please plan to attend this special event at the West Shore Country Club starting at 5:00pm.  Invitation have been mailed. Our honorees this year will be Stephanie & Billy Kaldes, Nick & Karol Mallios, and Mrs. Georgia Touloumes. The entertainment will be by Anthi & Company.  Please see the attached flyer.    On another note: All Nameday baskets should be in the bridal room by 11am on Sunday, May 31^st.  Also, again this year we will be honoring our high school graduates at the Nameday Feastday Celebration. Those graduates that will be coming please let Fr. Michael know asap.  
 
Vacation Church School will be held on Sunday, June 7^th -  Wednesday, June 10^th.   We ask that children 4 years old till 6^th graders please join us from 5:45pm – 8pm. Worship, Lesson, Crafts, Music & Games will be held. A Meal will be served promptly at 6pm.  You may pick up your children at 8pm.  Registration form to come.

Please note that persons wanting to have Altar flowers for the Memorials in Church the cost is $75 payable to the Church. Those persons wishing to sponsor the Coffee Hour in memory of their beloved  ones the cost to the Philoptochos is $50 and up.

The Evrytanian Chapter is selling hanging flower baskets to benefit Children with Special Needs. A table will be setup in the social hall to please place your order and support this good cause. The baskets will be available Sunday, May 3^rd for pick-up.  Thank you.