Ascension of Our Lord Philoptochos

06/03/2026

05/26/2026

SATURDAY OF SOULS Koliva Bowls are available to remember your loved ones this Saturday. We understand that many families may not have all the ingredients on hand or the time needed to prepare koliva themselves. To support our community during this meaningful observance, Philoptochos will prepare a limited number of beautifully decorated small round koliva bowls (8” x 3”) for the upcoming Saturday of Souls service on Saturday, May 30. To place an order, please contact Jeannie Thomas at [email protected]. Orders must be placed no later than Wednesday, May 27. The suggested donation is $50 per bowl. Please bring cash or check when picking up your koliva on Saturday morning, preferably between 8:00–9:00 am as Liturgy begins. Checks should be made payable to Ascension Philoptochos. Thank you for allowing Philoptochos to assist your family in honoring the memory of your loved ones through this beautiful and sacred tradition.

05/20/2026

Celebrate Kefi & Kindness at our annual Celebration of Giving Dinner on June 2 at 6:30 pm at Dover Straits Seafood House. Come hear about all the wonderful people and organizations Philoptochos has been able to help, during this fun night out with friends. See the flyer for details and please make your reservation by May 30!

04/19/2026

Among the cherry blossoms 🌸 (and during an epic thunderstorm!) we celebrated our Pascha Glendi on Friday, April 17. The Concorde was in full bloom, and we are grateful to all who enabled us to Spring Forth With Joy! Your support makes such a difference in our mission as friends of the poor! Thank you!!

03/25/2026

Dreaming of these right now? Reserve by March 29 with a pre-order. Because you know we'll run out of your favorite. 🤷‍♀️
Sweet Dreams!

03/20/2026

Goodbye snow, hello spring! Let's celebrate at our first-ever PASCHA GLENDI! All are welcome! Wind down Bright Week with a Friday celebration! Cocktails start at 6:30, with dinner and dancing to follow. Reserve by April 5 on our Glendi webpage at https://www.ascensiongoc.com/parish-ministries/adult-ministries/philoptochos/2024-2025-philoptochos-events/2026-apokreatiko-glendi

03/15/2026

EARLY-BIRD PRICING 🐦 ends today for our PASCHA GLENDI! 💃Hop on our page 🐰 and reserve your seats before sunrise Monday morning! ☀️

03/15/2026

WE ARE BAKING, SO YOU DON'T HAVE TO! If Pascha prep is a little overwhelming this year, place an order with the Master Bakers at the Ascension Philoptochos...and spend more time in prayer and philanthropy! All while supporting our charitable mission! Order by March 29 for pickup Palm Sunday weekend. Details and order info here 🥣:

03/10/2026

EARLY-BIRD PRICING FOR OUR PASCHA GLENDI ends this Sunday, March 15. HOPE to see you there! Get details and reserve online at https://www.ascensiongoc.com/parish-ministries/adult-ministries/philoptochos/2024-2025-philoptochos-events/2026-apokreatiko-glendi

03/05/2026

Wednesday’s Pre-Sanctified Liturgy brought together parishioners of all ages for a lovely Lenten meal and Lecture series, tonight featuring our own Fr. Jim Gordon. Philoptochos was honored to provide and serve the meal. Join us next Wednesday at the Ascension!