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Watch: Father Georgios Oikonomou Celebrates First Divine Liturgy at Saint Thomas
The Saint Thomas Greek Orthodox Church community in Cherry Hill, NJ, gathered for a joyful milestone as Father Georgios Oikonomou celebrated his first Divine Liturgy as Proistamenos.
From Shipyard to Sacred Ground: Chester’s Greeks Build Their Corner of the American Dream
In 1949, Chester’s Greek immigrants broke ground on St. George Church, laying a Pentelic marble cornerstone from Athens. Their story is one of sacrifice, faith, and the American dream.
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,…
Saint Thomas Celebrates Antipascha
On Saturday night, during vespers for the patron saint of the church, every priest from the local Delaware Valley churches of the Metropolis of New Jersey participated in the service, presided over by His Eminence…
Marina Angel
The legal, academic, and Greek-American community lost a formidable advocate earlier this month. Marina Angel, Professor Emerita at Temple University Beasley School of Law, passed away on February 1, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of…
The Magic Of The 2nd Annual Kid N Buy Tinseltown Event At St. Demetrios
Last Sunday was nothing short of magical at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Upper Darby as we celebrated the 2nd Annual Kid N Buy Tinseltown Extravaganza. Organized by the dedicated PTA of the Saint…
Evangelismos of Theotokos Ladies Philoptochos Agia Fotini Presents: A December to Remember – Annual Bid & Buy
Philoptochos Agia Fotini Bid & Buy in Feasterville-Trevose, PA, on December 8, 2024, features a dinner, auction, and holiday event.
The St. Thomas “Kali Parea” Celebrates 18 Years!
The “Good Company” is a casual gathering of Greek-American men, mainly retirees, who meet weekly in a café-style setting to enjoy coffee, share enjoyable company, and discuss topics of interest. The meetings are conducted in…
Despina Zantopoulos
The Philadelphia Greek immigrant community bid farewell to Despina (Bessie) Zantopoulos, a revered figure known for her compassion and commitment. She peacefully passed away on June 10th, 2024, leaving behind an enduring legacy. Born in…
An Enchanting Evening, Santorini Sunset With the St. George Philoptochos
Philadelphia, PA – This past Saturday, the St. George Philoptochos Bid-N-Buy event transported guests to the enchanting allure of Santorini at Sunset! Chairwoman Angela Malicki and President of the Philoptochos Evangelia Manos extended warm welcomes,…
Mary Danos
Mary (Stambolis) Danos, a true romantic and passionate gemologist, passed away peacefully at age 90 on April 4, 2024, surrounded by her loving family in Clearwater, Florida. Born on June 18, 1933, in Salem, New…
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…
