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Delaware Valley Ambassador Awards Honor Greek Orthodox Parish Volunteers
More than 400 attended the November 8 banquet in Deptford, where newly enthroned Metropolitan Athenagoras joined representatives of 13 Greek Orthodox communities to recognize parish volunteers and young people.
Metropolitan Athenagoras Enthroned in New Jersey, Announces $500,000-Plus Scholarship Fund
The new Metropolitan will lead 55 parishes, including communities in eastern Pennsylvania and Delaware, and announced more than $500,000 in gifts and pledges for scholarships supporting seminarians and college students.
Camp Good Shepherd Fall Retreat Set for November 13–15 in Spring City
The Delaware Valley Youth Commission’s GOYA retreat will take place at Innabah Camp & Retreat Center in Chester County, with registration information available through the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of New Jersey.
Greek Dance Workshop with Dr. Christos Papakostas Set for November 7 in Elkins Park
Dr. Christos Papakostas of the University of Ioannina will lead a free Greek dance workshop at Annunciation Church on November 7, followed by a judges’ forum for dance directors. Registration closes October 26.
Delaware Valley Ambassador Awards Banquet Set for November 8 in Deptford
The annual banquet will recognize service to Greek Orthodox parishes across the region. Tickets are $100, and reservations must be made through local churches by October 23.
Metropolitan Athenagoras’ Enthronement in Tenafly on November 7
Clergy, parishioners, and families from across the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of New Jersey are invited to welcome their new Metropolitan on November 7, with an open reception following the ceremony.
Farewell Banquet for Archbishop Apostolos Set for September 8 in Garfield
Archbishop Elpidophoros and the Metropolis of New Jersey Council will host the September 8 gathering at The Venetian before Apostolos’ September 19 enthronement in Toronto.
Metropolitan Apostolos of New Jersey Elected Archbishop of Canada
His election opens a leadership transition in the Greek Orthodox metropolis serving Greater Philadelphia and the mid-Atlantic.
Philadelphia Federation Elects John Vasiliou President, Approves First Greek Parade Endowment Fund
The Federation of Hellenic-American Societies of Philadelphia and Greater Delaware Valley elected John Vasiliou president and named its 2026-2027 leadership team.
Metropolis of New Jersey to Honor Patriarch Bartholomew’s 35 Years of Ministry
The Metropolis of New Jersey will host Hierarchical Vespers and a lecture honoring Patriarch Bartholomew’s 35 years of ministry on June 25.
Doxology at Saint George Cathedral Opens Philadelphia Greek Parade Day
The official Doxology at Saint George Cathedral opened Philadelphia’s 2026 Greek Independence Day parade day with prayer, remembrance, and community presence.
Greek Flag Raised at Philadelphia City Hall to Open Independence Day Weekend
The Greek flag was raised at Philadelphia City Hall as Evzones, clergy, officials, and community leaders opened Greek Independence Day Parade Weekend.
