St. Sophia Philoptochos “Pistis, Elpis & Agape”

05/23/2026

Rise and Build: Women Leading, Inspiring, and Impacting the World. 💜 That’s our theme - and it’s not just words. It’s a call. It’s us. It’s Philoptochos

A gathering of sisters from across the country, coming together in faith, fellowship, and shared purpose. Cleveland is going to be electric ⚡

To get you in the convention spirit, we’re sharing this word search packed with everything that makes this gathering so special - from Sisterhood to Philanthropy to Rock and Roll (yes, really 🎸). Think you can find all 15 words? Drop a comment below when you do! 👇

🔗 Click here (https://tr.ee/xWkHjg8j4Y) to download and print your copy.

And if you haven’t registered yet - what are you waiting for? 🙌 Registration closes June 1st and hotel rooms are going fast. Don’t miss your place at the table.

👀 Cleveland | Register by June 1st | https://philoptochosconvention.vfairs.com/

05/11/2026

The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America will presents a special concert entitled “Sounds of Constantinople” on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at 6:00 pm at the Holy Resurrection Greek Orthodox Church in Brookville, New York, in honor of the Name Day of His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew.

This is undertaken with the blessing and at the initiative of His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America, reflecting the Archdiocese’s continued commitment to strengthening and supporting the missionary witness of the Ecumenical Patriarchate throughout the world. The evening will also serve as an opportunity to support and bring awareness to the sacred missionary work of the Holy Metropolis of New Zealand under the pastoral leadership of His Eminence Metropolitan Myron of New Zealand, who will be present for the evening.

The concert will feature the Romanos the Melodist Chanters Society of Greater New York under the direction of Dr. Demetrios Kehagias. Through sacred and traditional hymnology and transitional music rooted in the rich ecclesiastical and cultural heritage of Constantinople, the program will offer attendees an evening of reflection, beauty, and spiritual inspiration in honor of the Ecumenical Patriarch, whose ministry continues to bear witness to the enduring spiritual legacy of the Great Church of Christ throughout the world.

This special gathering seeks not only to honor the person and ministry of His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew on the occasion of his feast day, but also to strengthen awareness and support for the missionary ministries of the Church in New Zealand and Oceania, where the Orthodox faith continues to grow and flourish through the dedicated pastoral and philanthropic efforts of Metropolitan Myron and his clergy.

The event will take place at:
Holy Resurrection Greek Orthodox Church
1400 Cedar Swamp Road
Brookville, NY 11545

On: Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 6:00 pm

All faithful and friends of the Church are warmly invited to attend!

04/21/2026

REMINDER
Philoptochos Meeting
Tuesday, April 21
7:00 PM

03/22/2026

Ready, Set… BINGO 📸✨We’re calling all Philoptochos chapters to share the moments that define your service, sisterhood, and impact. From fundraisers to fellowship, traditions to new beginnings - every square tells a story worth sharing.

Complete your board, submit your photos, and let your chapter shine! 💙 The work you do deserves to be seen, celebrated, and remembered.

✨ Chapters that submit a full BINGO may be featured on Philoptochos social media to highlight your impact and creativity!

📸 SUBMISSION DETAILS 📸
• Deadline: April 30, 2026
• Submit 5 photos that complete a BINGO via e-mail to [email protected]
• Photos must be taken from January 1, 2025 to April 29, 2026* (*Exception: the 2024 Philoptochos Convention square may include photos from that event)
• To be a valid submission, submissions must include chapter number, parish name, city, state
• A short description of each photo is greatly appreciated

03/15/2026

Another Fantastic
Philoptochos Movie Night in the books.
🍿Thank you all! 📽️

03/11/2026

Rise Against Hunger!
Saturday March 28th 10am-12pm
St. Luke Community Center

Rise Against Hunger!

Join us for an incredible food packaging event
Saturday March 28th
10am-12pm
St. Luke Community Center

Register here: https://riseagainsthunger.org/register/?id=701Pj00000hIPoqIAG

Rise Against Hunger is an international hunger‑relief organization that coordinates food distribution and other life‑saving aid around the world, with the goal of ending hunger by 2030. Our Philoptochos, together with other Chapters across the Delaware Valley, participates in this effort each year by hosting a Rise Against Hunger Meal Packaging Event supported by many volunteers.

Our fundraisers throughout the year, along with contributions from the other chapters, cover the cost of the food we package. The meals are dehydrated, high‑protein, and highly nutritious, and they are delivered to those who need them most—school feeding programs, people in crisis situations, orphanages, and communities in developing countries.

These meal‑packaging events are fun, meaningful, and rewarding for everyone involved.

03/11/2026

The St. Sophia Philoptochos Spring Food Drive has begun!

Please join us in helping our local community by donating non-perishable food items. Please drop off your food items in the lobby of the Fr. John A. Limberakis Cultural Center by 5/10/26.

All food items will be donated to the Upper Room supporting those residents in Norristown who are in need. FOCUS Philadelphia also supports the Upper Room by providing weekly hot meals.

Thank you for your donations!

02/26/2026

SAVE THE DATE - SUNDAY, APRIL 5, 2026