in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
Cherry Hill Honors Father Avgoustinos for His Service at Saint Thomas
Cherry Hill honored Father Avgoustinos Psomas for his years of service at Saint Thomas Greek Orthodox Church with a mayoral proclamation recognizing his leadership, pastoral care, and impact on the community.
Name Days This Week: August 31 – September 6, 2025
From Adamantios to Zaharias, this week’s name days bring a mix of well-known and rare saints’ celebrations. See which names are honored from August 31 to September 6 and share your family traditions with us.
St. Demetrios Greek School Celebrates Ellinomatheia Success
Students at St. Demetrios Greek School in Upper Darby earned excellent results in the Ellinomatheia exams, a proud moment for the parish and its long tradition of Greek education.
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, 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.
