Assumption of the Theotokos Cathedral of Denver

Philoptochos

OUR MISSION

The Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society, Inc is the duly accredited women’s philanthropic society of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. The mission of the Society shall be:

  • To aid 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 fund raising 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.

The charitable work of the Society shall be performed with discretion, courtesy and kindness.

UPCOMING EVENTS

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PASCHA BAKE SALE

Centennial Room, Community Center
Prepaid Orders can be picked up

Palm Sunday Luncheon

Luncheon will take place immediately following the Divine Liturgy on Sunday, April 28th.
Tickets: $25

Mother's Day Luncheon

Annunciation Room, Community Center
Mothers' honored by their families $30 per person

Greek Wine & Cheese Booth @ Denver Greek Festival

Lobby, Community Center
Wines and Cheeses imported from Greece for sale by the glass or bottles

MONTHLY PRESIDENT’s POST

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DEAR MEMBERS,

I hope everyone is staying safe and warm today as the second spring snow of the season has blanketed the earth with its white and silent beauty.  We know that in a few days’ time, it will all melt away and that the warmth of spring awaits us.  It’s important to absorb the blessings of each day as they are granted to us, and to feel gratitude for our lives and the wonders that each day brings.

In this Holy Lenten Season, we all draw within ourselves to examine our relationship with Christ, renewing our faith and hope for the world and for the well-being of all we hold dear.  It is a gift to be an Orthodox Christian, and a joy to be Greek.  Let’s embrace our traditions with the respect they deserve as they serve us so well in our lives.  As Father Lou says, Holy Lent is the ‘most wonderful time of the year.

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MEMBERSHIP

The word "Philoptochos," meaning "friend of the poor," aptly describes this multi-faceted organization whose philanthropy extends not only to families in need, the sick and the elderly, but to programs and institutions in our communities, our Holy Archdiocese and Ecumenical Patriarchate. The philanthropic endeavors of the Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society is a genuine expression of love and Christian Charity. This expression of love is evident in the multitude of meaningful programs and services that reach those in need on a local, national and global level.

Contribute to existing initiatives, develop new programs, or identify a need that hasn't been met. Give hope to the hopeless and make a difference in people's lives. Learn about what it means to be a Philoptochos Member.