march
Dear philoptochos Members,
We enter the time of the great lent with a sobering sense of balance, curbing the excesses that are part of our privileged lives as citizens of the wealthiest country in the world. Our reality is that we only need to crave something in order to find easy access to it. We can purchase anything imaginable online and have it on our doorstep in hours or days. Every cuisine in the world can be found in our city, and the options we have for watching films, tv series, instructional videos or playing games, are too numerous to count. We live in an embarrassment of riches, even when our incomes are modest, because our society is full and prosperous enough to afford us all things possible. We are fortunate in this way, and also, somewhat corrupted.
Holy Lent allows us to pull back and return to our sense of basic need, free of the constant stimulus. Lent is time of introspection and peace, a safe time apart from the chaos of the world. It gives us time to recalibrate our priorities, to hear God’s voice in response to our questions, and it gives us the luxury of release from the frenetic pace of everyday life. I hope we will hold this gift dear and dwell in the silent, sparse space that is given us. I hope we can return to the womb of faith with intention, our sacrifices intended, and our wisdom multiplied, making our world a kinder, better place.
Greek translation of our website now available instantly
Please look to the top right of our website and toggle the language button to “Greek” to read the entire newsletter and website in Greek!
pascha bake sale - order now!
Make a point of reviewing the offerings in our Pascha Bake Sale! These delicious pastries can ease your schedule and impress your families with their delicate composition and flavor. We will be taking orders online at denverphiloptochos.com or at the Philoptochos table on Sundays until March 27th. Kourambiethes, Melomakrouna, Baklava, Thiples, Amygdialota (Almond Cookies), Koulourakia, Gluten Free Koulourakia, Red Eggs, Tsoureki and Variety Packs are available and can be picked up on April 4th &5th.
Membership renewal
It’s time to renew our annual Philoptochos memberships. Our membership dues are the foundation of our budget and they are critical to the good works we are able to provide our community. Please come by the table on Sunday and renew or go online to denverphiloptochos.com and make sure you are on our 2026 membership roster. $25 of each membership is automatically designated for the National and Metropolis Philoptochos endeavors. Our chapter keeps anything above $25 for our budget here. We welcome whatever you can afford. Thank you for your loyalty and support!
PHILOPTOCHOS GENERAL MEETING
Our General Meeting will be held on Sunday, March 15th immediately following coffee hour in the Annunciation Room at approximately 12:30. We’ll be discussing the Denver Greek Festival and begin planning for our 90th Philoptochos Chapter Anniversary event.
stretch & Balance Class
Join us for Stretch and Balance Class at 10:30 AM now taking place every week on
Thursdays, March 5th, 12th, 19th & March 26th! This class is sponsored by Devoted Health and there is no charge to participate. Wear comfortable clothes and come check it out. It’s so fun!
Pan orthodox sunday vespers
Sunday, March 1st @ 5:00PM
Philoptochos is bringing dessert!
Please bring a lenten dessert to share immediately following the Vesper Service.
UNderstanding diabetes
SEMINAR
Tuesday, March 3rd, 11:30 AM Annunciation Room
Join us for an informative seminar on the symptoms and effects of diabetes offered by a clinician from Archwell Health.
arts & crafts day
Tuesday, March 17th at 11:30 AM in the Annunciation Room
Get those creative juices flowing! We will create something wonderful while enjoying each other’s company. All are welcome!
lenten vesper meal
Wednesday, March 25th in the Annunciation Room
Our Philoptochos chapter is hosting the meal immediately following the Vesper Service at 6:00 PM. Please bring a lenten dish to share. We can’t wait to enjoy your recipes!
VALENTINE’S DAY BRUNCH & BINGO
We had a delightful day of friends, good food and fun at our Valentine’s Day Brunch held February 14th. Hope to see you all again next year!
Thanks to UC Health!
Dr. Laurie Lovedale provided a very informative seminar on fall prevention strategies, showing us how to strengthen our bodies and prepare our environments for safety. We’ll have her back in the fall for her 6 week On Stepping course. Please plan to join us again then!
please Think of us as you sort and store your things this year
Please keep Philoptochos and the Gold Dome Holiday Market in mind as you assess your possessions in the coming year. We welcome all your contributions to our VINTAGE TREASURES booth, and ask that you put them aside as the year progresses for our marketplace in November. We welcome linens, crystal, china, silver, holiday decor, collectables, etc. Your great taste will live another lifetime and the needs of the community will be better served with the proceeds. Thanks so much!
May your lenten journey be fruitful and bring you peace.
Love, Christine
