in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
Bishop Apostolos Will Celebrate The Divine Liturgy At St. Thomas
Watch this Sunday live, February 14, as His Grace Bishop Apostolos will celebrate the Divine Liturgy at St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church in Cherry Hill, NJ. The live coverage will begin at 9.30 am EST. Bishop…
St. George Cathedral Greek School Celebrates The Three Hierarchs
The students of the Greek School of Saint George Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Philadelphia celebrated The feast day of The Three Hierarchs virtually due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Below is a message from the Greek…
Ambassador Pyatt: AHEPA Puts Our Shared Values into Practice
U.S. Ambassador to Greece Geoffrey R. Pyatt detailed AHEPA’s extensive contribution to the US-Greece relationship at a “Conference on Cultural Diplomacy and Contribution of Diaspora” organized by AHEPA Hellas District 25 and Chapter HJ-25, Patras, January…
AHEPA Condemns Rioters’ Violence at U.S. Capitol
Supreme President George G. Horiates has issued the following statement: “Our members are proud of the ancient Greeks forged the notion of democracy. The ancients believed in the right of self-governance, which is the very foundation…
12th Anniversary of Epiphany Day for St. Sophia along the Schuylkill River
Jeffersonville, PA – While practicing social distancing, parishioners from St. Sophia Greek Orthodox church drove minutes away from their church to the banks of the Schuylkill River yesterday for the 12th anniversary of Epiphany Day services.…
AHEPA Chapter 69 Delivers Meals At The St. Thomas Senior Center
Cherry Hill, NJ – During this year of the pandemic, AHEPA chapters have provided assistance to communities worldwide. Wellness checks, assistance to front liners, care packages, blood and plasma donations, healthcare research are amongst a never-ending…
Welcoming The Holidays With Kourabiedes
The aroma of kourabiedes floating through my house and unlocking childhood memories bring a huge smile to my face. When a particular smell releases so many memories connected to a unique Greek holiday tradition that reminds…
AHEPA Commends the United States’ Decision to Impose Sanctions on Turkey
AHEPA commends the United States’ decision today to impose sanctions on Turkey for its procurement of the Russian S-400 missile defense system, announced Supreme President George G. Horiates. “Turkey has demonstrated it is an unreliable and…
Archbishop Elpidophoros Of America, Historic First Visit To Delaware Valley
Cherry Hill, NJ – Cameras were everywhere at St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church on Sunday, recording every move of Archbishop Elpidophoros of America’s first historic visit to the area. His Eminence attended liturgy service, addressed the…
Archbishop Elpidophoros To Celebrate Liturgy Service Sunday At St. Thomas
Cherry Hill, NJ – His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America will visit St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church this Sunday, December 13, 2020. His Eminence will celebrate the Divine Liturgy that will be broadcast live on Cosmos…
Evan’s Pizza Sweets for the Holidays
Greek pastries for the holidays are a perfect way to say Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Baklava, Melomakaronia, Bougatsa, Kourabiedes, and a lot more, made fresh and traditional by your neighborhood store – Evans Pizza…
Ahepans Provide Thanksgiving Meals, Clothing To Individuals In Need
Ahepans are conveying their “thanks” by giving back to vulnerable populations in their communities. In memory of John Sempeles, Chapter 64, Harrisburg, PA, donated $2,000 to four local charities to help feed those in need. The…
