2026-27 Philoptochos Board

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Maria Karalis, Chapter President

Dear Philoptochos Sisters and Friends,

Kalo Thekapentavgousto! I hope you are enjoying these beautiful summer days with family and friends. As we journey through the Dormition Fast, may this sacred season bring each of us peace, renewal, and many blessings.

Your Philoptochos Board is already in full planning mode for our September Membership Kickoff Meeting, and we are excited to welcome everyone back! Stay tuned - more details will be coming soon. In the meantime, please keep these important reminders in mind:

Our annual Operation Classroom school supply drive continues through Sunday, August 16. Together, we can help the students and teachers of Lotus Elementary School begin the new school year feeling supported and cared for. Donations may be dropped off in Anagnos Fellowship Hall, and monetary donations are also welcome.

We would also love to have a wonderful Ascension turnout at the Metropolis of Chicago Philoptochos Annual Fall Luncheon on September 26. Please send in your reservation sooner rather than later so we can coordinate our tables and, of course, secure the best possible seating!

Enjoy the remaining days of summer. I look forward to seeing everyone again soon as we begin another beautiful year of faith, fellowship, and philanthropy!

With agape,
Maria Karalis
President, Ascension Philoptochos
mariamkaralis@gmail.com