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Religious Tourism in Greece: Why Meteora in Thessaly Attracts Visitors from Around the World
A University of Thessaly study highlights how Meteora’s monasteries make Thessaly a global hub for religious tourism, where faith, culture, and landscape meet high above the plains of Greece.
Thomas Colitsas
Thomas Colitsas of Plainsboro, New Jersey, passed away on November 21 at the age of 78. He leaves behind a lifetime of family, community, and work built with care.
The Feast of St. Iakovos at St. Thomas: A Grace-Filled Weekend in Cherry Hill
St. Thomas Church in Cherry Hill hosted a warm and prayerful celebration for the feast of St. Iakovos of Evia. View the photo gallery and watch both services.
A Promise Kept: Eleftheria VFW Post 6633 Unveils Its Final Memorial
Eleftheria VFW Post 6633 completed its twenty-year mission to honor Greek American veterans with the unveiling of its final memorial plaque at St. Sophia in Jeffersonville.
Kids Nativity Series Brings the Spirit of Christmas to Families Through New Collaboration
A new collaboration between the DRE and the Tele Santa Program brings twelve Nativity stories and live calls with Saint Nicholas to families this Christmas.
Golden Wreaths Presented in Philadelphia Ahead of Marathon Weekend
A new tradition took root in Philadelphia as Consul General Iphigenia Kanara presented golden wreaths from Greece to honor this year’s Marathon champions at a special ceremony at The Logan Hotel.
AHEPA Chapter 69 Celebrates Its 100th Year End Christmas Party at The Pub
AHEPA Chapter 69 is hosting its 100th Year End Christmas Party on December 3rd at The Pub in Pennsauken. All are welcome to join the celebration.
St. George Hamilton Philoptochos Launches Giving Tree Coat Drive for Trenton Students
St. George Philoptochos in Hamilton, NJ has launched its Giving Tree Coat Drive to provide new winter coats for Trenton students in need.
Name Days This Week: November 23 – 29, 2025
Who celebrates this week? Amphilochios, Clement, Katherine, Stylianos, Iakovos, Eirinarhos, Phaidra, and others in the Greek name days for November 23–29.
Thomas George Hatzis
Thomas George “Tom” Hatzis, a cherished member of the Wilmington Greek community and a proud U.S. Army veteran, passed away at age 94.
Elias Pappas: A Greek American Leading With Purpose
Elias Pappas shares his journey from the parish halls of St. Nicholas in Northridge to leading Odyssey Charter School in Delaware, blending Greek heritage with a modern vision for education.
THI Helps Bring Lifesaving Medicine to Greek Seniors Through GIVMED
A new partnership between The Hellenic Initiative and GIVMED is helping seniors in Greece access lifesaving medicines they can no longer afford.
