Holy Trinity-Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church
Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Detroit

 Philoptochos - "ZOODOCHOS PEGHE" Chapter # 7026
 
  About Us
 
The Ladies Philoptochos Society has been the philanthropic arm of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese and the local Parish in the United States since its founding in 1931. There are over 400 chapters nationwide. The ZOODOCHOS PEGHE chapter here at Holy Trinity-St. Nicholas was chartered on March 16, 1944. The local chapter is governed by the By-laws of the National Philoptochos of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese. The mission of the Society is to be a "friend of the poor," which is its meaning in Greek. It fulfills its mission by aiding the poor, the destitute, the hungry, the sick, the orphaned, the widowed, the aged and infirm, the handicapped and the victims of disaster. Philoptochos also offers assistance to those who may need the help of the Church through special funds or solicitations on the National, Metropolitan and local levels. In addition to these philanthropic endeavors, the Philoptochos chapters strive to perpetuate and promote the Greek Orthodox faith and traditions and to preserve the sacredness of the Orthodox Christian family. Educational programs, lectures and seminars are another service of the organization. The Philoptochos participated in the activities of the Parish with the cooperation of the Parish Priest and Parish Council. To visit our National Philoptochos website, please click here !
 
 Our Mission Statement
 "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 the impoverished person and to offer assistance to anyone who may need the help of the Church..."
 
 Officers
Cathy Nadaud, President
Diane Kevin, 1st Vice President
Tina Zaferes, 2nd Vice President
Philanthy Nichols, Recording Secretary
Jane Sideris, Corresponding Secretary
Vera Manolakas, Treasurer
Betty Jo McKay, Asst. Treasurer
Melanie McNulty, Advisor
 
Upcoming Events
Name
Date
Description
BAKE SALE
12-14 December 2008
For a list of this year's goodies, please click here !
VASILOPITA LUNCHEON
JANUARY 11, 2009
Luncheon after church with Vasilopita Auction.  Proceeds go to St. Basil's Academy
MARDI GRAS/APOKREATIKO GLENDI
FEBRUARY 7, 2009
Fabulous appetizers! Unique auction items! Music!  Celebrate with us before lent! Click here for more information.
SUNDAY OF ORTHODOY LUNCHEON
MARCH 8, 2009
Lenten luncheon after church prepared by our ladies includes fish, vegetable, baked macaroni, salad, and dessert.
AIDS WALK
MAY
More information to come.

 

                                                                                                                                                                                                         

Sponsored Charities

Church Women United, Our Daily Bread, Cystic Fibrosis, N.A.M.I., Alzheimer's Association, Care packages for soldiers, Cardiac Fund, Cancer Fund, Bethany House, Kids Kafe, International Orthodox Charities, Neediest Kids of All, UNICEF, Wheelchair  Foundation, St. Basil's Academy, Children's Medical Fund, General Medical Fund, Retired Clergy Benevolence Fund, St. Photio's National Shrine, Ecumenical Patriarchate, Bishops' Task Force on AIDS, Hurricanes Katrina and Rita Disaster Relief Funds, Literacy Outreach Program, Hellenic College Holy Cross Seminary, Support a Mission Priest, Social Services, G.O.Y.A., Visiting Angels, Asia Disaster Relief Fund, Bessie Pappas Children's Charities, Holy Trinity-St. Nicholas Church, Greek Fire Relief Fund.