Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church - Steubenville, Ohio

06/10/2026

Today, as we open the gates for the 40th Annual Holy Trinity Greek Festival, I want to share a Greek word that is difficult to translate into English, yet it may be one of the most important words in our culture:

Philotimo (Φιλότιμο).

Philotimo is more than kindness. More than generosity. More than hospitality.

It is the God-given desire to do what is right simply because it is right. It is serving others without expecting anything in return. It is treating every person with dignity, respect, and love. It is opening your heart, your home, and your table to others.

For weeks and months, hundreds of volunteers have worked tirelessly preparing food, baking pastries, setting up booths, decorating grounds, and planning every detail of this festival. They do it not for recognition, but because of Philotimo.

And when you walk through our gates today, Philotimo belongs to you as well.

Whether you are a first-time visitor or someone who has attended for forty years, you become part of our family. You honor us with your presence, and we welcome you with grateful hearts.

As you enjoy the food, music, dancing, fellowship, and faith that make this festival so special, know that everything you experience has been prepared with love, sacrifice, and Philotimo.

May God bless all who enter our festival grounds, all who serve, and all who gather together in friendship and community.

Welcome to Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church and our 40th Annual Greek Festival.

Philotimo. It is the Greek way. It is the Christian way. It is the way of the heart.

With gratitude and love,

Anthony Nick Mougianis
President, Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church

www.holytrinitygreekfest.com
www.holytrinitystb.org

06/07/2026

Orthros & Divine Liturgy

06/05/2026

Part-Time Secretary Position Available
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church
Steubenville, Ohio

Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church is seeking a part-time Secretary to join our parish team.

This position will begin at approximately 20–25 hours per week and is ideal for a retired individual or someone seeking part-time employment.

Qualified candidates should possess:

* Basic secretarial and office skills
* Good communication and organizational abilities
* Familiarity with computers, email, and general office procedures
* A friendly and professional demeanor

Interested applicants are encouraged to submit a résumé to:

[email protected]

or

Anthony Mougianis, President
[email protected]

We look forward to hearing from individuals who would like to serve our parish community in this important role and help support the mission of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church.

“The strength of any organization is found in the people who serve it. You win with people!”

05/31/2026

05/31/2026

On the holy feast of Pentecost, we celebrate the “birthday” of our Church by the living presence of the Holy Spirit.

On the day of Pentecost, the fearful disciples of Christ became the Holy Apostles of our Church. Confusion was transformed into clarity, and division into unity. The same Holy Spirit who descended upon them continues to dwell in us today from the day of our holy baptism, guiding, strengthening, and renewing our lives.

Holy Pentecost invites each of us to ask: Am I open to the power of the grace of the Holy Spirit? Do I allow Him to shape my words, my decisions, and my relationships?

Let us treat this holy feast as something alive and personal. The Holy Spirit is at work in the Holy Sacraments of our Church, in our homes, in our communities, and in our hearts. If we make space for Him, He will bring grace where there is weakness, peace where there is anxiety, courage where there is fear, and love where there is distance.

May this Pentecost be for all of us a moment of renewal, a quiet but heartfelt return to the presence of God, who never ceases to come to us. Let us seek the presence of the power and the energies of the Holy Spirit in prayer, in the Holy Sacraments, and in every act of love, forgiveness, and humility that we offer to one another.

With paternal love and prayers for all our members,
+ Bishop Athenagoras of Nazianzos