PHILOPTOCHOS SERVICE
Ascension Philoptochos service is based on the following model:

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Explanation:  
Diakonia:

(Service)

Time and talents you offer for philanthropy through service on committees or by volunteering. Example, Blood drive, Kids Corner, Children’s Memorial Hospital.

Martyria:

(Witness)

Membership in Philoptochos, supporting its goals and purposes; sense of belonging to and practice of the Orthodox faith. Example: Philoptochos stewardship, supporting Philoptochos activities, preparing prosfora and koliva, church in the home.

Koinonia:

(Fellowship)

Attending, organizing and volunteering for events that promote a sense of friendship and fellowship within Philoptochos and the Church community. Example: Membership, St. Nicholas Day party, family events, fundraisers.

Leitourgia:

(Worship)

Spiritual growth through regular Church attendance, prayers, reading the scriptures, attending seminars, religious education groups.