Ladies Philoptochos Society
Our St Demetrios Philoptochos is dedicated to helping our parish and the Cleveland community. Come join us and learn more about our efforts.
President: Crystal Thomas
FOCUS Friends: Linda Glynias
Memorial Tray (Κóλυβα/Koluva):
Koula Callas, Christina CarpadisSunshine Committee:
Elpida KosmidisWelfare: Crystal Thomas
You define what kind of member you will be. We are always looking for new skills, experiences and personalities – without them we would not be 26,000 members strong nationwide.
We welcome you with open arms to join us in making a difference. If you can’t make very many meetings, that’s ok, choose the projects you’d like to help with, we will keep you informed by email.
You may ask, isn’t Philoptochos mostly older women? We get the reputation because many of our members joined years ago and have continued because they believe in our mission. But we welcome all ages! The young members bring fresh ideas while the older ones have experiences to share.
Here are some of the ways our local chapter has helped our community:
Assists parish families and local families in need
Monthly support to needy families and individuals
Visits to sick and homebound parishioners
Serves parish coffee hours for memorials
Preparing and serving dinner each month at St. Herman House of Hospitality, a homeless shelter in Cleveland’s west side.
Providing support to the Bridge Avenue School, a Christian charter school in Cleveland, including establishing a ”Comfort Closet” at the school.
We have also supported:
Elle’s Enchanted Forest
(a playground planned for disabled children in Rocky River)Lee Santerelli, parish member attending Holy Cross Seminary
Good Knights
(bedding for homeless shelters)