Philoptochos
The Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society, the philanthropic ministry of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, has provided impactful philanthropy for over 90 years, benefiting communities in the United States and worldwide. As a dedicated Greek Orthodox women’s organization founded in 1931, Philoptochos embodies Christian charity and service through numerous programs.
Officers
Rev. Peter Pappas
Advisor: Geni Moser
Advisor: Geni Moser
Christine Krin: President
Elizabeth Graham/Irene Kuvetakis: Vice Presidents
Debbie Barelos: Secretary
Mary Stom: Correspondence
Stephanie Heimann/Elaine Boner: Treasurers
Presbytera Helen Pappas
Suzanne Holczer
Suzanne Holczer
Janet Tilden
The charitable work of the Society shall be performed with discretion, courtesy and kindness.
To help 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 fundraising 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.
