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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!

Orthros and Divine Liturgy
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral 1017 N La Salle Blvd, Chicago, IL 60610, United States
+Feast of St. Porphyrios
Saturday, December 2 – 8:30 AM

Orthros and Divine Liturgy
Sunday School Begins immediately after Holy Communion
Sunday, December 3 – 8:15 AM

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+Feast of St. Barbara
Monday, December 4 – 8:30 AM

Orthros & Divine Liturgy
+Feast of St. Savas
(veneration of the Holy Relic)
Tuesday, December 5 – 9:00 AM

Great Vespers
St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, 10301 Kolmar Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453, USA
Tuesday, December 5 – 7:00 PM

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+Feast of St. Nicholas
Wednesday, December 6 – 8:30 AM

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Sunday School Begins immediately after Holy Communion
Sunday, December 10 – 8:15 AM

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+Feast of St. Spyridon 
(veneration of the Holy Relic)
Tuesday, December 12 – 9:00 AM

Great Vespers
Thursday, December 14 – 6:00 PM

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+Feast of St. Eleutherios
Friday, December 15 – 8:30 AM

Orthros and Divine Liturgy
Sunday School Begins immediately after Holy Communion
Sunday, December 17 – 8:15 AM

Royal Hours
Friday, December 22 – 9:00 AM

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

Great Vespers
Sunday, December 24 – 5:00 PM

Orthros & Divine Liturgy
+Holy Nativity
Monday, December 25 – 8:30 AM

Orthros and Divine Liturgy
+Feast of St. Stephanos
(veneration of the Holy Relic)
Wednesday, December 27 – 8:30 AM

The Nativity Fast
Wednesday, November 15 – 12:00 AM

Cathedral Feeding Those in Need
Saturday, December 2 – 1:00 PM

Metropolis Open House
Carlisle Banquets Inc 435 E Butterfield Rd, Lombard, IL 60148, United States
Sunday, December 3 – 4:00 PM

Children's Greek.
Monday, December 4 – 5:00 PM

Catechism
Monday, December 4 – 5:00 PM

Feed the Hungry
Annunciation
Tuesday, December 5 – 11:30 AM

Children's Greek.
Monday, December 11 – 5:00 PM

Feed the Hungry
Annunciation
Tuesday, December 12 – 11:30 AM

Mommy and Me
Sunday, December 17 – 11:00 AM

Children's Greek.
Monday, December 18 – 5:00 PM

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

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