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Food Pantry Donation
Our Philoptochos chapter gave a $500 donation to the St. Augustine Food Pantry. They were very grateful, as the need is great this summer. Click on the photo to read their Thank You note.
48th Biennial Clergy Laity Conference: June 29 - July 3, 2026
The 48th Biennial Clergy Laity Conference was held in Cleveland OH June 29th - July 3rd, 2026. "Rise and Build" was the theme for this year's conference.
Click on this link to view the highlights of the conference https://www.clergylaity.org/.
Fr. Maximos and Daunia Kellamis (Philoptochos Vice President) represented our Parish. Click on the photo for a link to Daunia's synopsis of the event.
Click on this link to view the highlights of the conference https://www.clergylaity.org/.
Fr. Maximos and Daunia Kellamis (Philoptochos Vice President) represented our Parish. Click on the photo for a link to Daunia's synopsis of the event.
Greek Landing Day: June 26, 2026
Greek Landing Day in St. Augustine FL is celebrated annually on June 26th to commemorate the 1,200 Greeks, Italians, and Minorcans who arrived in 1768. Festivities are centered at the St. Photios shrine.
City of St. Augustine Mayor Elect Cynthia Garris joined V.Rev. Fr. Maximos and Executive Director Archon Carl Hollister for the festivities at the St. Photios Shrine.
City of St. Augustine Mayor Elect Cynthia Garris joined V.Rev. Fr. Maximos and Executive Director Archon Carl Hollister for the festivities at the St. Photios Shrine.
Hellenic Society Event: June 14, 2026
The Hellenic Society of St. Augustine honored its founders at Holy Trinity. The society was founded in 1973 and was instrumental in starting the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. Its members hosted the first "Greek Nite" in St. Augustine in 1973, purchased the original Holy Trinity Church on Waldo street, and participated in opening of the new church doors twenty years ago.
A memorial service was offered for the Hellenic Society founders and coffee hour was sponsored by Mrs. Vasso Poulos.
A memorial service was offered for the Hellenic Society founders and coffee hour was sponsored by Mrs. Vasso Poulos.
Honoring of Sgt. Bryan Joseph Tutten: June 7, 2026
Today we honored one of our own, Sgt. Bryan Joseph Tutten. It was a blessing and honor to present the memorial plaque to Bryan’s family. The Holy Trinity Sunday School rooms are dedicated in his honor. May his service and memory be eternal!
Greek Summer Night: June 6, 2026
The 2026 Greek Summer Night was a huge success! A big Thank you and OPA! to everyone for your support and participation.
More than 30 volunteers worked to make this an enjoyable evening. We hosted 164 guests! The night was filled with fun, dancing and delicious Greek food. We raised over $6,300 for our beloved Holy Trinity Church.
More than 30 volunteers worked to make this an enjoyable evening. We hosted 164 guests! The night was filled with fun, dancing and delicious Greek food. We raised over $6,300 for our beloved Holy Trinity Church.
Alpha Omega Miracle Home Drive: May 2026
During the month of May our Philoptochos ladies donated diapers, pull-ups, and baby wipes among other things to the Alpha Omega Miracle Home in St. Augustine. The value of the donations exceeds $1,000!
A Huge Thank you to everyone who contributed! It makes lots of moms and babies happy!
A Huge Thank you to everyone who contributed! It makes lots of moms and babies happy!
Chrismation and Baptism: May 30, 2026
On May 30th we celebrated the Chrismation of Joseph and the Baptism of Photini, Elizabeth and Gabriel, who have been fully illumined by the grace of God and welcomed into the life of the Holy Orthodox Church.
God grant them many years!
God grant them many years!
Flavors of the World: May 17, 2026
On May 17th, 2026 we celebrated our Diverse Church Family.
We all came together, bringing foods from our countries to share with everyone! The room was decorated to highlight the occasion. There was an abundance of food and desserts! What a feast! So blessed!
We all came together, bringing foods from our countries to share with everyone! The room was decorated to highlight the occasion. There was an abundance of food and desserts! What a feast! So blessed!
Last Day of Sunday School: May 17, 2026
On Sunday, May 17th, our children celebrated the end of the Sunday school year. Fr. Maximos along with teachers Haley, Melissa and Kaliroi presented students with certificates.
Wishing everyone a safe and blessed summer! See you all again in September!
Wishing everyone a safe and blessed summer! See you all again in September!
Easter Sunday: April 12, 2026
Christ Is Risen! Truly He is Risen!
Christ is risen from the dead, by death He has trampled down death, and on those in the tombs He has bestowed life.
Christ is risen from the dead, by death He has trampled down death, and on those in the tombs He has bestowed life.
Truly He Is Risen!
Click here to enjoy a video of our HTGOC Holy Week and Pascha journey.
Holy Friday: April 10, 2026
Christ Is Risen! Truly He is Risen!
Christ is risen from the dead, by death He has trampled down death, and on those in the tombs He has bestowed life.
Christ is risen from the dead, by death He has trampled down death, and on those in the tombs He has bestowed life.
Holy Friday: April 10, 2026
Christ Is Risen! Truly He is Risen!
Christ is risen from the dead, by death He has trampled down death, and on those in the tombs He has bestowed life.
Christ is risen from the dead, by death He has trampled down death, and on those in the tombs He has bestowed life.
Second Bridegroom Service: April 6, 2026
On Monday, April 6, our Archbishop Metropolitan Sevastianos, visited our parish to celebrate the second Bridegroom service with us. We met with him to receive his blessings and enjoyed a lenten meal.
Annual Bake Sale: April 5, 2026
A huge thank you to all the parishioners who baked goods for our annual Bake Sale! Everything was delicious!
Proceeds from the sale are used to support our local charities.
Proceeds from the sale are used to support our local charities.
Chrismation Event: April 4, 2026
On April 4th, Saturday of Lazarus our church was filled with celebration and joy.
The Chrismation of Tatiana, Lazarus and Ulrich, pancake breakfast for all, decorating our church, and Palm Sunday palm cross making.
The Chrismation of Tatiana, Lazarus and Ulrich, pancake breakfast for all, decorating our church, and Palm Sunday palm cross making.
Annunciation of the Virgin Mary and Greek Independence Day: March 25, 2026
March 25th is a special day for Greeks, marking both a major religious feast and a national holiday. It commemorates the Annunciation of the Virgin Mary and serves as Greek Independence Day, honoring the start of the 1821 revolution against the Ottoman Empire.
This event was commemorated on March 29th when several of our parishioners read articles regarding this very special day.
This event was commemorated on March 29th when several of our parishioners read articles regarding this very special day.
Philoptochos Sisters' Upscale Thrift Sale: March 21, 2026
Success! Thank you to everyone for your donations to our second annual event, and especially to those who made it come together! A percentage of the proceeds will benefit Betty Griffin House, one of our outreach organization recipients.
Living with Purpose: February 28, 2026
Our “Living with Purpose” event brought a powerful message of support and community. Together with the ARC of St. Johns we filled our church with people seeking inspiration to help their children live with purpose. David Egan, our headline speaker, and our supporting speakers provided that inspiration. Thank you to our city, county, and state leaders who supported this event and thanks to each and everyone who helped us to present this event.
Holy Trinity hosts Washington Classical Christian School: February 12, 2026
On February 12th, we had the honor of hosting the seventh graders from Washington Classical Christian School of St. Augustine. The students were interested in learning about our faith, what Orthodoxy is, what the icons mean, the architecture of our church and the overall history of our community.
They enjoyed a continental breakfast and were delighted with the goodie bags that they received as a gift from our parish! They also picked up a few things from the Agora and Book Store.
Thank you Fr. Maximos, Thomas Lekas, Paula Marchman-Lekas and Ms. Amita Banerjee (Dean of Lower School at WCC school) for helping our young students expand their knowledge about the world and Christian faith!
Thank you to Kaliroi Parris, Gary and Faye Peterson for helping with the delicious breakfast and snacks.
They enjoyed a continental breakfast and were delighted with the goodie bags that they received as a gift from our parish! They also picked up a few things from the Agora and Book Store.
Thank you Fr. Maximos, Thomas Lekas, Paula Marchman-Lekas and Ms. Amita Banerjee (Dean of Lower School at WCC school) for helping our young students expand their knowledge about the world and Christian faith!
Thank you to Kaliroi Parris, Gary and Faye Peterson for helping with the delicious breakfast and snacks.
Orthodox Christianity in the U.S.: February 21, 2026
On Saturday, February 21st, we hosted a panel discussion “Christianity and the Ancient Faith in the Eastern Orthodox Church” featuring Dr. George Demacopoulos, Fr. Kwami Labi, Carl Hollister, Fr. Maximos Politis, and moderated by Thomas Lekas. Attendees were very complimentary about the event and urged us to continue hosting more such events.
GOYA: January 24, 2026
The Holy Trinity GOYA prepared 50+ meals for the St. Francis House. Roasted chicken, pasta, green beans and bread was delivered to St. Francis House and Port in the Storm (housing-focused program that accommodates men, women and children).
Thank you to our young people who lead by example and are always available to help in any way they can. We are all proud of you!
Thank you to our young people who lead by example and are always available to help in any way they can. We are all proud of you!
Field Day: January 24, 2026
Our Parishioners came in and did an amazing job cleaning our church inside and out! Thank you for sharing your Time, Treasure and Talent! Very grateful for all you do!
Epiphany: January 6, 2026
Epiphany or Theophany is celebrated on January 6th and commemorates the Baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River revealing the Holy Trinity (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit) and Christ's divinity. Key traditions include the Blessing of the Waters, where the priest blesses a body of water, often by throwing a cross into it).
Our parish celebrated this event at the Shrimpers and Boat Building Monument, located on the edge of San Sebastian River. Many of our parishioners attended to celebrate this event!
Our parish celebrated this event at the Shrimpers and Boat Building Monument, located on the edge of San Sebastian River. Many of our parishioners attended to celebrate this event!
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