in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
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, and…
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 call…
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.
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.
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 to…
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.
You Don’t Have to Choose Between Ambition and Belonging: Why More Greeks Abroad Are Moving Back Without Starting Over
More Greeks abroad are finding ways to return without starting over. Remote work, new visas, and programs like Rebrain Greece are making it possible to build a life in Greece while keeping global careers and connections.
Name Days This Week: August 17–23, 2025
From August 17 to 23, Greeks mark name days that carry both church tradition and family custom. These celebrations, whether shared at a table or with a simple phone call, keep community and heritage alive.
The Many Faces of Panagia: Why Greeks Call Her By 2,000 Names
Across Greece and the diaspora, the Virgin Mary is known by thousands of names, each tied to a place, a miracle, or a memory. From village chapels to churches in America, she remains a constant presence…
August Pilgrimage and Festival at Panagia Soumela in West Milford
The pilgrimage and paniyiri return to Panagia Soumela in West Milford on August 16–17. From the Divine Liturgy to Pontian music, food, and family gatherings, it is a weekend where faith and festival come together in…
Name Days This Week: August 10–16, 2025
From August 10 to 16 the calendar brings name days for Lavrentios, Michalis, Panagiotis, Maria, and many more, leading up to the Dormition of the Theotokos on August 15. Families mark the week with candles, calls,…
Father Georgios Oikonomou Joins St. Thomas in Cherry Hill
St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church in Cherry Hill will welcome Father Georgios Oikonomou as its new Proistamenos on September 1. He succeeds Father Avgoustinos Psomas, who has been reassigned to the Dormition of the Theotokos in…
