in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
Name Days this Week: March 29 – April 4, 2026
Greek name days observed from March 29 through April 4, 2026, including the lead-up to Lazarus Saturday.
Delaware Valley Event Highlights Philadelphia’s Role in the Greek Revolution
An AHEPA event in Cherry Hill marked Greek Independence Day with a presentation on Philadelphia’s role in supporting the Greek Revolution of 1821.
Great Vespers at Annunciation Marks Elevation of Fr. John L. Johns to Protopresbyter
Annunciation Church in Elkins Park marked its feast day with Great Vespers led by Metropolitan Apostolos, including the elevation of Fr. John L. Johns.
Camp Good Shepherd 2026 Offers Orthodox Summer Experience for Youth Across the Metropolis of New Jersey
Registration is open for Camp Good Shepherd 2026, the Orthodox youth summer camp of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of New Jersey, with sessions in Virginia, Maryland, and New Jersey.
Youth Voices Take Center Stage at Sights and Sounds Festival
GOYA youth from across the Delaware Valley gathered in Wilmington for the Sights and Sounds Festival, where essays, art, and photography explored faith, identity, and community.
AHI Honors Three Greek American Leaders at 52nd Anniversary Gala in Washington
The American Hellenic Institute marked its 52nd anniversary in Washington, honoring three Greek American leaders and highlighting ongoing priorities on Cyprus and religious freedom.
At Evangelismos, the Annunciation Is Marked with Liturgy and Community in Northeast Philadelphia
The Feast of the Annunciation was celebrated at Evangelismos Greek Orthodox Church in Northeast Philadelphia, with Metropolitan Apostolos presiding over the Divine Liturgy.
“Axios” at St. Demetrios: Demos Vasiliou Receives Golden Cross
Demos Vasiliou was awarded the Golden Cross by the Metropolis of New Jersey at St. Demetrios Church in Upper Darby, recognizing decades of service.
When the Evzones Danced in Philadelphia: A Rare Greek-American Moment
In the 1980s, Evzones did something rarely seen. Photographer Pete Kalitsopoulos captured the week they danced through Philadelphia’s Greek community.
White House Marks Greek Independence Day as March 25 Is Observed in Philadelphia and Across Greek-American Communities
The White House marks Greek Independence Day 2026 with a proclamation, as communities in Philadelphia and across the U.S. observe March 25 through tradition and celebration.
His Eminence Metropolitan Apostolos Visits St. Sophia in Jeffersonville
Metropolitan Apostolos of New Jersey visited St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church in Jeffersonville, presided over the Divine Liturgy, and marked the start of Fr. Konstantinos Loukas’s ministry.
Name Days this Week: March 22 – 28, 2026
Discover the Greek name days celebrated from March 22 to 28, 2026, following the Orthodox calendar.
