in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
Aegean Horizons At St. George Cathedral: Americans Exploring Greek Citizenship And Passports
On April 8, 2024, an informative event titled “Unlocking Aegean Horizons: Americans Exploring Greek Citizenship and Passports” took place at the St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Philadelphia. The event aimed to provide guidance and resources…
Celebrating Greek Pride on the Ben Franklin Parkway
The streets of Philadelphia are currently ablaze with vibrant colors and rich culture as the annual Greek Independence Day Parade is in full swing. The parade commenced at 2 pm sharp on the famous Ben Franklin…
Witness the Reverence: The Official Great Doxology at St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral
The hallowed halls of the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of St. George in Philadelphia are set to reverberate with the echoes of ancient hymns and sacred rites. Today, the cathedral hosts the awe-inspiring spectacle of the Official…
Metropolitan Apostolos Leads Salutations To The Theotokos Service With Evzones Honor Guard And Special Blessings
Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Upper Darby, PA, hosted the Salutations to the Theotokos service on Friday, April 5, 2024. His Eminence, Metropolitan Apostolos of New Jersey, presided over the service, which was graced by…
Greek Flag Raising Ceremony in Philadelphia
The Greek Flag Raising ceremony was held at City Hall in Philadelphia this afternoon in honor of Greek culture, traditions, and history. The event was held on the North Apron of City Hall and was attended…
Evzones Visit St. Demetrios: A Celebration Of Greek Heritage
Yesterday, the Upper Darby community of St. Demetrios celebrated Greek Independence Day with immense enthusiasm and joy. The highlight of the event was the visit of the Evzones, the elite soldiers who had traveled all the…
Unlock Your Greek Heritage: Americans Exploring Greek Citizenship And Passport
Are you an American with Greek ancestry, yearning to embrace your Hellenic roots fully? If so, an exciting opportunity awaits you in Philadelphia this April. The St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral is hosting an enlightening event…
Andriotisses Support Iconography, Cut-a-thon Success At St. Thomas
The St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church in Cherry Hill, NJ, is in the final stages of an Iconography project that beautifully showcases the community’s unwavering faith and dedication. The project has been a resounding success, and…
Annunciation Elkins Park Celebrates Feast Day And Greek Independence
Elkins Park, PA – On Saturday, March 23rd, the Annunciation/Evangelismos Elkins Park Church hosted a vibrant celebration, marking both the Annunciation Feast Day and Greek Independence Day. The event, blending reverence for the church’s namesake and…
My Child’s Child is two times my own Child
Grandparents play a vital role in children’s development, providing emotional support, wisdom, cultural identity, and cherished family connections. Alexandra Mylonas explores the profound impact of strong grandparent-grandchild relationships, from fostering emotional regulation and mental health to…
Annunciation At Elkins Park Greek School Celebrated March 25th With Faith And Freedom
On March 25th, Greeks worldwide celebrate a significant holiday. This past weekend, the Annunciation at Elkins Park parish orchestrated festive activities under dedicated leadership. The celebration encompassed two focal points. Primarily, homage was paid to the…
Philadelphia Icarians Celebrate 85th Anniversary
Over 600 people attended the annual Apokriatiko dance Gala, held by the Philadelphia chapter of the Pan Icarian Brotherhood on Saturday, March 16. The event took place at the Danielle Kousoulis Center in Cherry Hill, NJ.…
