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2010 National Convention Enthusiastically Endorses Philoptochos Center of Philanthropy

National Philoptochos President Aphrodite Skeadas in her address to the Clergy Laity Plenary Session stated, "I am honored and humbled to announce to this body that, with the blessings of His Eminence, Archbishop Demetrios, the delegates of the 2010 Philoptochos Biennial Convention overwhelmingly endorsed and wholeheartedly pledged their support for the Philoptochos Center of Philanthropy, to be located in Manhattan!! With zeal and enthusiasm, in a positive spirit, we are creating a blueprint for the future of Philoptochos and our philanthropic ministry, "Witnessing our Faith in Christ through Works."

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NATIONAL PHILOPTOCHOS INVITES MEMBERS

TO COME AND SEE

Witnessing our Faith in Christ through Works

The National Philoptochos theme for the upcoming 2010 National Philoptochos Biennial Convention on July 4^th through 7^th in Atlanta, GA is: “Come and See…Witnessing our Faith in Christ through Works”. Understanding the importance of this spiritual calling and its relevance to the Philoptochos mission, National Philoptochos President Aphrodite Skeadas, along with the Convention Chairmen, Helen Ballerano, Diane Tseckares and Georgia Vlitas, as well as Evangeline Mekras Scurtis, the Host Chairman for the Metropolis of Atlanta Philoptochos, are utilizing the theme as the framework for the deliberations of the entire Convention.

President Aphrodite Skeadas' Pascha 2010 Message

"We celebrate the Resurrection of our Lord with loved ones and friends at midnight on Holy Saturday as we "Come and receive the Light", the radiant expression of God declaring triumphant victory over death."

"The Great and Holy Lenten period provides us with the most sacred opportunity for deep prayer, forgiveness, self-reflection, fasting, retreat and charitable acts. This is a time to affirm and strengthen our relationship with our Lord.

GO RED SUNDAY - FEBRUARY 7, 2010

GO RED FOR WOMEN is the American Heart Association's national call to increase awareness of heart disease, the number one killer of American women. This is a national call for women, by women, to take charge of their wellbeing and liver stronger, healthier lives.

NATIONAL PHILOPTOCHOS DONATES $20,000 TO HAITIAN RELIEF EFFORT ISSUES A CALL TO CHAPTERS TO SUPPORT APPEAL

National Philoptochos President Aphrodite Skeadas announced that the National Philoptochos Society responded immediately to the appeal of His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios with $20,000 in aid from the National Philoptochos Society's Emergency Fund.

Haitian Relief Fund Letter

Dear National Board Members, Chapter Presidents and Members of the Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society,

It is with great sadness we learned of the loss of human life and devastating destruction following the earthquake of magnitude 7.0 that hit Haiti on January 12, 2010.

2010 Vasilopita Letter

January is important month for the Philoptochos Chapters Nationwide as they seek support for two critical ministries:

Social Services Letter to Chapters

Dear Chapter Presidents and Members,

On behalf of the Department of Social Services we to thank you for your generosity this past year which has enabled us to make a real difference in the lives of those who seek our help.

2009 Christmas Message

Then the Angel said to them, "Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people..." Luke 2:10

Care Packages for Troops Overseas

Dear National Philoptochos Board Members, Chapter Presidents and Members of the Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society, A recent article in the New York Times (Raising Morale Far From Home, November 12, 2009) emphasizes the importance of supporting our troops who defend our freedom far from home. "Getting a care package from home can work wonders for morale," said Major Gary Bourland, 39, a Marine on his fourth deployment. He reports that it will be snowing in Afghanistan on Christmas Day, and his Marines will be sitting in the dirt, cold and miserable. "You are in 14,000-foot-high mountains and not bathing for 30 days. The dirt is like flour and gets in everything - your lungs, pores, everything." Melissa Letizio, 28, a master sergeant deployed in the United Arab Emirates reports, "You never feel like a girl...you are in uniform all the time and you are sweaty, dirty...your hair breaks off in your hand because of the heat...you can't wear makeup because it sweats off your face...you feel like you look terrible and that can cause women to get depressed."

National President Aphrodite Skeadas Addresses The 2009 Saint Basil Academy Graduation

National President Aphrodite Skeadas joined His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios; Executive Director, Rev. Father Costa Sitaras; The Honorable Consul General of Greece in New York, Mrs. Aglaia Balta; The Honorable Consul General of the Republic of Cyprus in New York, Mr. Andreas Panayiotou; Mrs. Evellyn Tsiadis, President and the Board of Trustees; the 2009 Graduates; National Philoptochos Board Members; Family, Supporters, Friends and the Children of St. Basil Academy at the 2009 Graduation ceremonies on June 20, 2009.

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