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On This Day in History: The First Greeks Arrive in Australia (1829)
On August 27, 1829, seven sailors from Hydra arrived in Sydney aboard the convict ship Norfolk. They became the first Greeks in Australia, with Antonis Manolis and Gikas Voulgaris choosing to stay and start a…
Evangelismos of Theotokos Opens Greek School in Southampton
Evangelismos of Theotokos is welcoming families to register for its Greek School. Classes are held Friday evenings in Southampton, with registration available at the parish in Philadelphia.
Saint Thomas Greek Orthodox Church Honors V. Rev. Father Avgoustinos Psomas
More than 400 parishioners filled the Danielle Kousoulis Cultural Center in Cherry Hill to honor Father Avgoustinos Psomas as he concluded nearly four years of service at Saint Thomas. The farewell luncheon included tributes, music,…
Mother Agapia Speaks Out on Christians in the Holy Land
Greek Orthodox nun Mother Agapia Stephanopoulos, who has lived in Jerusalem for nearly 30 years, offers a rare perspective on the hardships faced by Christians in the Holy Land. Her testimony comes as the Archons…
Andrew G. Tsaldaris
The Wilmington Greek-American community mourns Andrew G. Tsaldaris, 72, remembered for his devotion to family, generosity, and lifelong ties to Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church.
Learning Greek Together: St. Sophia Parish Opens School Year 2025–2026
St. Sophia Greek Language School in Valley Forge, PA, begins its 2025–2026 academic year with classes for children and adults starting September 15.
On This Day in History: The Sack of Thessaloniki – August 24, 1185
On August 24, 1185, Norman forces stormed Thessaloniki, killing thousands and devastating one of Byzantium’s most important cities. The disaster helped bring down Emperor Andronikos I Komnenos just weeks later.
Name Days This Week: August 24–30, 2025
From Fanouropita on August 27 to big gatherings for Alexandros and Alexandra on August 30, this week’s name days bring family, food, and tradition to Greek homes everywhere.
St. Demetrios Hosts Inaugural OPA Greek Fest in North Wildwood
St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in North Wildwood invites the community to the first annual OPA Greek Fest, August 22–24.
Farewell Celebration for Fr. Avgoustinos at St. Thomas
St. Thomas will bid farewell to Fr. Avgoustinos with a celebration on Sunday, August 24, following the Divine Liturgy. The faithful are invited to honor his years of service.
Greek Heritage Night Is Off the Phillies Calendar — Let’s Bring It Back
For more than a decade, Greek Heritage Night at Citizens Bank Park brought music, dance, and Greek pride to Phillies baseball. This year, it’s missing from the calendar — and the community has a chance…
St. Thomas Greek School Registration for 2025–2026 Is Open
Registration is now open for the 2025–2026 school year at Saint Thomas Greek School in Cherry Hill, starting September 8. The program goes beyond language, helping children connect with their heritage.
