in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
Pope Leo XIV and Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew Mark Historic Visit From Nicaea to the Phanar
Pope Leo XIV and Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew are meeting in İstanbul after reciting the Nicene Creed in İznik/Nicaea. Their visit continues today at the Phanar.
THI Expands Support for Food Bank Greece as Need Remains High
The Hellenic Initiative is expanding its support for Food Bank Greece at a moment when many families are experiencing rising food insecurity.
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.
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.
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.
Hellenic-American Chamber of Commerce Honors Dr. John Coustas at 73rd Annual Gala
The Hellenic-American Chamber of Commerce honored Dr. John Coustas at its 73rd Person of the Year Gala at Cipriani Wall Street, featuring a special performance by Anna Vissi.
Archons Lead Nicaea Anniversary Symposium at St. George Cathedral
Archons gathered clergy, scholars, and faithful at St. George Cathedral for a symposium marking the anniversary of the First Council of Nicaea.
The Greek-Canadian Behind Germany’s Rise in Women’s Basketball
Greek-Canadian coach Lisa Thomaidis led Germany’s women’s basketball team to its first Olympic Games and earned respect across Europe before returning to Canada.
Name Days This Week: November 16 – 22, 2025
Who is celebrating this week? From Ifigenia and Mathaios to Maria, Despoina, Soultana, and Virginia, see the Greek name days for November 16 to 22, 2025.
