Church Organizations

Parish Ministries

Here you will find all our ministries listed -- what they are about -- and who to contact in order to get involved.

If there is no email contact for a particular ministry, please email the church office
or call (717) 763-7441 to get in touch with the contact person.

Click here to see our Fraternal Organizations.

Parish Council - The parish council is the administrative and long-range planning body of the parish. It is comprised of 15 parishioners/stewards, each elected for the three year term, led by the executive committee and guided by the clergy.

The 2008 Parish council Members are:.

Alkiviades F. Alex James Papoutsis

John Doulgeris John Papoutsis

Theodore Kalathas Dr. Thomas N. Papoutsis

Paul L. Kokos Labros E. Pilalis

George Lois George Spanos

George J. Mallios Nick Theofanis

Robert Moeller Dr. Alexandros Vgontzas

Vasiliki Katsaounis Mazias

The Parish Council Committees and their respective chairpersons for 2008 are:

Finance Committee: John Doulgeris
Stewardship Committee: George Spanos
Endowment Committee: John Papoutsis
Fundraising Committee: George Mallios & Ted Kalathas
Building & Grounds Committee: Paul Kokos
Church Committee: Thomas Papoutsis
Greek School Committee: Alexandros Vgontzas
Sunday School Committee: George Spanos

Contact: , President
Contact: , Treasurer
Contact: , Stewardship

Philoptochos - The Friends of the Poor is the philanthropic arm of the parish. This group of volunteers supports outreach programs in the Archdiocese, Diocese, and local parish. Its volunteers form an active part of life in the local community and have individually and collectively been strong supporters of the church throughout the years.

Contact: Thana Ward, President

Sunday School - Our Sunday School program provides catechetical instruction for all the young people of our parish, ages nursery through 12th grade. Classes are held from September to June and are taught by knowledgeable volunteer teachers. We encourage the parents of the community to enroll their children in our Sunday School program and to bring them to church regularly and punctually. Anyone interested in teaching, kindly contact Thana Ward or Despina Aftosmes.

Contact: Thana Ward & Despina Aftosmes

Sunday School PTO - This group assists the Sunday School teachers with special programs and provides a forum for input by the parents of the children enrolled in the school.

Contact: Peter E. Aftosmes

Youth Adult League (YAL) - Fellowship, Service, Witness, and Worship are the four pillars of this organization. To date, our YAL has conducted regular meetings, held numerous social and fund-raising activities, sponsored a Diocesan Conference, and made substantial donations to the Church. All parishioners 18 to 35 years old, married or single, are invited to participate.

Contact: George J. Peslis

GOYA - This group is comprised of our 13 to 18 year olds parishioners. They participate in religious, social and athletic events as per schedule or by request. The Diocesan camp, retreat camps, local activities, basketball tourneys, and caroling are examples of their main activities.

Contact: Dimitri Theofanis

Greek School - Children are provided the opportunity to learn the language and traditions of our Greek culture through this program. Lessons are offered in modern Greek. Classes are held on weekday evenings at the church. Enrollment and tuition may be arranged through Demetra Curley.

Contact: Dimitra Curley

Adult Greek School - Adults are provided the opportunity to learn the language and traditions of our Greek culture through this program. Classes are held on Monday evenings from 7-8 pm at the church and are taught by Stavroula Giannaris.

Contact: Dimitra Curley

Greek School PTO - This group assists the Greek School teachers with special programs and provides a forum for input by the parents of the children enrolled in the school.

Contact: Moscha Kalathes

Choir - This choir of volunteer, women and men, lead the congregation in the musical responses to the Divine Liturgy. It is open to all who are able to sing along and to practice during the regularly scheduled practices.

Contact: Kathy Doulgeris, Choir Director

Chanters - The Byzantine chant is part of the musical tradition of our church. These individuals are trained in this musical tradition and offer their services during the Orthros, weekday Divine Liturgies and other special services of our church.

Contact: Tom Paparoidamis, Head Cantor

Acolytes - These young men, 9 to 18 years old, assist the priest in the altar during divine services. They are organized into groups and put on a rotating schedule.

Contact: , Assistant Priest

Sunday Epistle Readers - Members of this group take turn reading the Sunday epistle lessons in church.

Contact: , Cathedral Dean

Sts. Joachim & Anna - Named after the father and mother of the Theotokos, this group sponsors gatherings and activities for those in their golden years, 55 and above. Their activities have included luncheons, trips, and special services. The love and care for which this group stands can best be expressed through their motto: Someone Cares for Me.

Contact: Harry Touloumes

Bible Study - Our weekly Bible Study uses the tools of Orthodox tradition and scholarship in order to open our faithful to a better understanding of the Holy Scriptures. Meetings are conducted in English and use original texts as well as understandable translations.

Contact: , Cathedral Dean

Catechism - These weekly lessons center on the beliefs, practices and traditions of the Orthodox Faith. They are open to all adult members of the community who seek to deepen their understanding and knowledge of their faith as well as to individuals interested in converting.

Contact: , Cathedral Dean

Sunday School Teaching Liturgies - These special services are held periodically. Their purpose is to present the divine mysteries of the Liturgy in a way which assists the children to understand and participate in the eucharistic celebration. Look for dates and details in the The Source.

Contact: , Assistant Priest

St. Elizabeth Mom's Study Group - A family-oriented approach to scripture and the traditions of our Orthodox faith. Gatherings take place bi-monthly. See The Source for current information and meeting dates.

Contact: Presvytera Nicole Keares

Young Married Couples - This group brings together recently married couples for fellowship and to meet their peers in the community. See The Source for current information and meeting dates.

Contact: , Cathedral Dean

Young Parents - This group brings young parents together for fellowship and a night out with adults. See The Source for current information and meeting dates.

Contact: , Cathedral Dean

Bookstore - The bookstore is available every Sunday during coffee hour making available for sale, books, icons, music and other materials related to our Orthodox faith and practice.

Contact: , Cathedral Dean

Retreats and Camp - Our community sponsors and participates in a number of retreat and camp experiences. These programs provide valuable opportunities for social and spiritual growth. They include local adult retreats, seasonal and regional retreats for GOYA and YAL, the annual Diocesan Summer Camp program for 8 to 18 year olds. In addition to campers, those over 18 years old may participate in the youth program as counselors and advisors.

Contact: , Assistant Priest

Olympic Flame Dancers - This Greek dance group performs traditional greek dances throughout the Greater Harrisburg Area and at our annual Greek Food Festival. They complete all across the Northest and have won numerous awards.

Contact: Penny Matangos

Fraternal Organizations

Evrytanian Association Velouchi,
Chapter 18 - Agios Taxiarhis

President: John G. Peslis

Contact: , Secretary

AHEPA

Contact: Al Alex

Blood Bank

Contacts: Christ Megoulas & Dean Kokos

Daughters of Penelope

Contact: Peggy Gekas

Neohoriton Society

Contact: William Kotsalos

Arcadian Society

Contact: George Kyriakopoulos

Hellenic Heritage Association

Contact: Alexander Vgontzas

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