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Annunciation Cathedral Philoptochos

A Legacy of Philanthropy — One Woman Asking Another to Care

A Brief History Of the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral Women's Philoptochos Society

The idea of a Philoptochos as a necessary organization of the Greek Orthodox Church structure was initiated by Archbishop Athenagoras in 1931. The Annunciation Cathedral Women's Philoptochos Society of Chicago was founded in 1939 when Archbishop Athenagoras requested the existing "Mothers Benevolent Society" became a "Philoptochos." The women accepted the suggestion and elected Mrs. Phyllis Batsakis Deliannis, President of the Mothers' group, to be President of the newly organized Philoptochos.

Over the years our Philoptochos has played a significant role in the welfare of our beloved Annunciation Cathedral, and has made many contributions to the community and across the world. During the early 1940's our Philoptochos — through various fund raising events — helped our Cathedral pay off the mortgage, preventing foreclosure and ensuring our future (as well as leading the redecoration of the Cathedral).

Projects abroad and home

  • During World War II our ladies raised funds for the American Red Cross.
  • Volunteered at the Salvation Army Soup Kitchen.
  • Provided aid to the Battered and Homeless Women of Chicago.
  • Served Greek meals to hospitalized veterans.
  • Participated in the Feed the Hungry Program.
  • Committed to the building of the Greek American Nursing Home.
  • Established several annual events such as the Champagne Lunch and Makaronada Luncheon.
  • Baked desserts and other items for the Cathedral Food Festival and hosted various other Cathedral religious events.
  • Purchased kitchen equipment for the Cathedral and settings for 200 consisting of dishes, glasses, flatware and cabinetry.

Currently

  • We continue to support National and International programs through our National House of Philanthropy as well as many of the programs listed above (and many others).
  • We have sent Funds for Disaster Relief to Greece and the areas of the US affected by natural disasters.
  • We have established our own Children's Fund benefiting children in the Chicago area who are in crisis.
  • And our work goes on! So much to do!

We thank you for your generous support!

9th Hour & Divine Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts
Wednesday, March 20 – 5:30 PM

Salutations to the Theotokos
Friday, March 22 – 6:30 PM

Orthros and Divine Liturgy
Saturday of Souls
Saturday, March 23 – 8:15 AM

Pan Orthodox Vespers
St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church, 2350 E Dempster St, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
Saturday, March 23 – 6:30 PM

Orthros and Divine Liturgy
Sunday School Begins immediately after Holy Communion
Sunday, March 24 – 8:15 AM

Hierarchical Great Vespers
The Feast of the Annunciation
Sunday, March 24 – 7:00 PM

Orthros and Hierarchical Divine Liturgy
+Annunciation of the Theotokos
Monday, March 25 – 8:15 AM

9th Hour & Divine Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts
Wednesday, March 27 – 5:30 PM

Salutations to the Theotokos
Friday, March 29 – 6:30 PM

Orthros and Divine Liturgy
Sunday School Begins immediately after Holy Communion
Sunday, March 31 – 8:15 AM

Great Compline
Monday, April 1 – 5:00 PM

9th Hour & Divine Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts
Wednesday, April 3 – 5:30 PM

Salutations to the Theotokos
Friday, April 5 – 6:30 PM

Orthros and Divine Liturgy
Sunday School Begins immediately after Holy Communion
Sunday, April 7 – 8:15 AM

Great Compline
Monday, April 8 – 5:00 PM

9th Hour & Divine Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts
Wednesday, April 10 – 5:30 PM

Salutations to the Theotokos
Friday, April 12 – 6:30 PM

Orthros and Divine Liturgy
Sunday School Begins immediately after Holy Communion
Sunday, April 14 – 8:15 AM

Great Compline
Monday, April 15 – 5:00 PM

9th Hour & Divine Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts
Wednesday, April 17 – 5:30 PM

Feed the Hungry
Annunciation
Tuesday, March 19 – 11:30 AM

Adult Greek-Intermediate I.
Tuesday, March 19 – 5:30 PM

Catechism class
Tuesday, March 19 – 6:30 PM

Adult Greek-Beginner.
Tuesday, March 19 – 6:45 PM

Feast Day Reception
Sunday, March 24 – 8:30 PM

Parish Feast Day Luncheon
Monday, March 25 – 11:30 AM

Annual Flag Raising
Daley Center Plaza 66 W Washington St, Chicago, IL 60602, United States
Monday, March 25 – 1:00 PM

Children's Greek.
Monday, March 25 – 5:00 PM

Feed the Hungry
Annunciation
Tuesday, March 26 – 11:30 AM

Catechism class
Tuesday, March 26 – 6:30 PM

Adult Greek-Advanced.
Thursday, March 28 – 5:30 PM

Adult Greek-Intermediate II.
Thursday, March 28 – 6:45 PM

Children's Greek.
Monday, April 1 – 5:00 PM

Feed the Hungry
Annunciation
Tuesday, April 2 – 11:30 AM

Adult Greek-Intermediate I.
Tuesday, April 2 – 5:30 PM

Catechism class
Tuesday, April 2 – 6:30 PM

Adult Greek-Beginner.
Tuesday, April 2 – 6:45 PM

Children's Greek (*)
Wednesday, April 3 – 5:00 PM

Adult Greek-Advanced.
Thursday, April 4 – 5:30 PM

Adult Greek-Intermediate II.
Thursday, April 4 – 6:45 PM

Annual Greek, Independence Day parade
Sunday, April 7 – 2:00 PM

Children's Greek.
Monday, April 8 – 5:00 PM

Feed the Hungry
Annunciation
Tuesday, April 9 – 11:30 AM

Adult Greek-Intermediate I.
Tuesday, April 9 – 5:30 PM

Catechism class
Tuesday, April 9 – 6:30 PM

Adult Greek-Beginner.
Tuesday, April 9 – 6:45 PM

Adult Greek-Advanced.
Thursday, April 11 – 5:30 PM

Adult Greek-Intermediate II.
Thursday, April 11 – 6:45 PM

Children's Greek.
Monday, April 15 – 5:00 PM

Feed the Hungry
Annunciation
Tuesday, April 16 – 11:30 AM

Adult Greek-Intermediate I.
Tuesday, April 16 – 5:30 PM

Catechism class
Tuesday, April 16 – 6:30 PM

Adult Greek-Beginner.
Tuesday, April 16 – 6:45 PM