in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
St. George Philoptochos to host annual Bid ‘n’ Buy
Philadelphia, PA – St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral will be hosting its annual Philoptochos Bid ‘n’ Buy at their culture center adjacent to the church. This year’s theme is the Greek Islands. You’re invited to travel…
Commemorating 100 years since the Armenian Genocide
On Saturday, April 18, 2015, the 8th Annual Philadelphia Armenian Genocide Walk will take place, providing an opportunity for the entire Philadelphia community to gather to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the Armenian Genocide.
Greeks come out for Heritage Night at Philadelphia Sixers Game – Photo gallery
Philadelphia, PA – It was Greek Heritage Night at the Sixers basketball game on Monday. The Wells Fargo Center was a scene of pride for the community as they were treated an evening full of cultural…
Greek community turns South Philly Blue and White for Giannis Antetokounmpo
Philadelphia, PA – Proud Greek Americans took over the Wells Fargo Center on Monday evening for the Sixers game. Dubbed Greek Heritage Night, it was sponsored by the Philadelphia Greek Basketball League, Greek American Heritage Society…
Karolidis Family Easter Celebration – Photo gallery
Deptford, NJ – The sounds of Greek music and the smell of lamb on the spit filled the air in Greek-American backyards yesterday. The Greek community of the Delaware Valley celebrated Easter Sunday with family members…
Easter Sunday with the Karolidis Family
Deptford, NJ – Fawn and Spiro Karolidis hosted their annual family Easter yesterday with family and friends. Pontian music and a traditional lamb spit scene greeted you as you entered the backyard. Dancing, food, and smiles…
Easter Message From His Eminence Metropolitan Evangelos Of New Jersey
Broomall, PA – His Eminence Metropolitan Evangelos of New Jersey shares his Easter message with the Greek Orthodox community.
Easter Tradition in Philadelphia – Photo gallery
Philadelphia, PA – Fireworks exploded at midnight over Evangelismos Greek Orthodox church during Easter services. Parishioners commemorated the mass with a tradition of fireworks. The congregation stood outside the church holding candles and looking into the…
Chios Easter Tradition at Evangelismos Greek Orthodox Church
Philadelphia, PA – “Christos Anesti, Christos Anesti!” was shouted out to the crowd by Father Alexandros of Evangelismos Greek Orthodox church. While holding candles and gathered outside of their church, parishioners looked on during the Easter…
Metropolitan Evangelos Of New Jersey Conducts First Resurrection Services At St. Luke
Broomall, PA – His Eminence, Metropolitan Evangelos of New Jersey performed 1st Resurrection Services at St. Luke Greek Orthodox church on Saturday. Parishioners filled the pews and looked on as the somber service transitioned to joy…
First Resurrection Services At St. Demetrios – Photo Gallery
Upper Darby, PA – First Resurrection services took place at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox church on Saturday morning. Clanging pots and pans highlighted the morning, that was performed by Rev. Economos Panagiotis Lekkas.
Epitafios circles Greek Orthodox Cathedral neighborhood – Photo gallery
Philadelphia, PA – The smell of incense and glowing candles welcomed you as you entered Holy Friday Services at St. George Greek Orthodox cathedral yesterday. On Great and Holy Friday the Orthodox Church commemorates the death…
