in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
A Thank You Note From Father Pratsinakis
John Pratsinakis, a long time member of St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church of Cherry Hill, NJ, and the South Jersey community, fought off a battle with COVID-19 this past month. The overwhelming support of his parish,…
Tim Mironidis Triumphs Over Coronavirus, Community Celebrates
On Friday, March 27, 2020, Tim Mironidis and his wife Liliana, received the call that they both tested positive for COVID-19. With so much uncertainty around this virus, the results frightened them, but they weren’t sure…
A Tribute to George Burlotos
George Burlotos (1923-2020) was a pillar of his community with roots that reached beyond the geographic boundaries of the Philadelphia metropolitan area, and into the hearts of his fellow Hellenes. A veteran of WWII, he participated…
Last Farewell To George Burlotos
The beloved George Burlotos and well-known producer of the long-running radio and television program “The Greek Spirit,” passed away at age 96. His funeral was held on Monday, May 4, 2020, at the St. Thomas Greek…
Parishioners Car Rally For St. Thomas Feast Day
Cherry Hill, NJ – On the Feast Day of St. Thomas, Father Christoforos was greeted and surprised by his parishioners outside the steps of St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church. Hundreds had gathered in their cars, honking…
My Kingdom For A Mask, The Story Of A Pandemic, A Shortage, And A Man On A Mission
Masks! Masks! Masks! Every healthcare worker has been pleading and begging for them, and politicians are proclaiming; my kingdom for a mask! In some states, you cannot walk into a grocery store or any other essential…
Before There Was Giannis Antetokounmpo, We Had Kurt Rambis
Today, we Greeks feel proud when we hear the name Giannis Antetokounmpo. He’s an NBA star and a household name. But not too long ago, another Greek made his mark in the NBA, winning four championships.…
Greek news outlets interview Cosmos Philly’s Vasilios Keisoglou about an emotional moment captured at Liturgy Service
Philadelphia, PA – On April 22, 2020, two Greek news outlets, Epirus TV1 and Vima TV, interviewed Cosmos Philly’s Co-Founder Vasilios Keisoglou about the remarkable footage he captured of an emotional Priest during the Resurrection Services…
Holy Friday In The Home, Making Epitaphios
Cherry Hill, NJ – There is no doubt about the fact that taking part in the important traditions surrounding Holy Week and Pascha was different for all Greek Orthodox families in 2020. Typically, on Good Friday,…
John Caras Bowls A Perfect 300 For The Record
John Caras always dreamed of making a mark as an athlete. At five foot seven and one hundred thirty-five pounds, that goal in sports would seem limited and out of reach. However, on Friday, March 2,…
It’s Puzzling
If you had asked me two months ago… hell two weeks ago, if I would be on-line searching for a jigsaw puzzle to occupy my time during a self-quarantine, I might have thought not only were…
Thank You From The Pratsinakis Family
The Pratsinakis family would like to thank the Saint Thomas Greek Orthodox Church of Cherry Hill, NJ, Saint Anthony Greek Orthodox Church of Vineland, NJ, and all of the surrounding Greek communities who have prayed for…
