Philoptochos Society

The simplest explanation of the Philoptochos is its translation “Friends of the Poor.” It is the philanthropic arm of our church. We invite and encourage all the women of our Parish Family, eighteen years of age or over, to join us in service to our Lord, church and community. Men are also encouraged and welcomed as Associate Members. Our dedicated group can be characterized by hard work, strong community spirit and dedication to our church and those in need.

We try to meet monthly, and have fundraising activities year round which support National Charities as designated by the National Philoptochos as well as many local charities. Some of our fundraising efforts include Gyros Saturdays, a Christmas Pastry sale and baking of Greek Pastries for The Taste of Greece Festival.

Current Officers:
Lacey Wendland, president
Patra Sevastiades, vice-president
Raluca Stan, secretary
Allison Serakos, treasurer

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The Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society, Inc., is the duly accredited women's philanthropic society of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. The mission of the Society shall be:

To aid the poor, the destitute, the hungry, the aged, the sick, the unemployed, the orphaned, the imprisoned, the widowed, the handicapped, the victims of disasters, to undertake the burial of impoverished persons and to offer assistance to anyone who may need the help of the Church through fund raising efforts; and

To promote the charitable, benevolent, and philanthropic purposes of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, through instructional programs, presentations, lectures, seminars and other educational resources;

To preserve and perpetuate Orthodox Christian concepts and the Orthodox Christian Family, and through them, to promote the Greek Orthodox Faith and traditions, in accordance with its doctrines, canons, discipline, divine worship, usages and customs;

To promote participation in the activities of the Greek Orthodox community, with the cooperation of the Parish Priest and the Parish Council.

The charitable work of the Society shall be performed with discretion, courtesy and kindness.