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IKONOSTASION (ALTAR SCREEN)
The Sanctuary is separated by a solid image-screen called Ikonostas. The central opening is called the Royal Gate. Through it, at Divine Liturgy, the Eucharist and Communion (The Holy
Gifts) are brought forth. No un-ordained men or any women may enter the Sanctuary at any time.
The least number of Icons on the Ikonostasio is six. They are always placed in a specific order as follows:
Facing the Holy Altar on the right of the Royal Gate:
First Icon is always our Lord Jesus Christ.
Next to it is the Icon of St. John the Baptist.
Next is the Icon of Archangel Gabriel.
On the left of the Royal Gate:
First Icon is' always the Virgin Mary
Next to it is the Icon of the Saint in whose name the Church is named after (in our Church it is the Holy Trinity).
Next to the Church Icon is the Icon of Archangel Michael.
Over the Holy Door is the Image (Icon) of The Last Supper; because in the Sanctuary the Mystery of the Eucharist (Divine Liturgy is celebrated).
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by
Rev. Demetrios A. Recachinas, Protopresbyter
Booklet
& Web Version Designed by:
- Vicky
Andriotis
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Trinity Greek Orthodox Church
4070 Park Avenue
Bridgeport CT 06604
Church Phone (203) 374-5561
Church Fax (203) 374-5770
E-mail: fatherdemetrios@ holytrinitybridgeport.org
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