Philoptochos News

Metropolis of Boston Philoptochos Board Hosts Luncheon to Launch New Cookbook, Around the Metropolis Table

Saturday, November 23, 2024

On the afternoon of November 23, 2024, the Metropolis of Boston Philoptochos Board hosted a luncheon to launch their new cookbook, Around the Metropolis Table, dedicated to Metropolitan Methodios on the occasion of the 40th anniversary of his enthronement. The luncheon was attended by over 190 faithful from throughout New England.  A lovely afternoon was organized at the Ithaki Restaurant in Peabody, MA. Everyone enjoyed a delicious luncheon prepared by Petros Markopoulos, chef/owner of the Ithaki. Continue Reading... »

Operation Housewarming: December Update

Monday, December 12, 2022

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Operation Housewarming: November Update

Sunday, November 06, 2022

Sunday, November 6th St Athanasius, in Arlington honored veterans in their community and held a collection of bedding and linens donated from our parishioners. Two local representatives from the HUD NASH Program from the Bedford VA were in attendance and were happy to take the items for distribution. Continue Reading... »

Operation Housewarming: June Update

Friday, June 17, 2022

In response to the Memorial Day and Independence Day appeals, on Tuesday, June 27, 2022, the Veterans Administration loaded two trucks full of donations from the generosity of the Metropolis Philoptochos Chapters and Parishes for Veterans who are transitioning to permanent, independent living. The need is extremely great, but the support is unwavering. Continue Reading... »

Veterans Kitchen

Sunday, March 14, 2021

A very generous donation of $10,000 given to Operation Housewarming by George Safiol. The Chairs of Operation Housewarming and the President of the Philoptochos Board met with members of the VA Health Care System to identify their needs and where the funds would best be utilized. The $10,000 will be used to benefit our homeless veteran population residing in a Transitional Residential Program at three locations: Crescent House in Lowell MA, Domiciliary in Bedford MA, and the Transitional House in Boston MA. The funds will be used for renovations to the kitchen spaces including new appliances and furnishings. Continue Reading... »

Philoxenia Updates 2021

Monday, March 08, 2021

March 2021- Philoxenia House We want to share great news about The Philoxenia House. Under the guidance of His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios, renovations took place during the months of January and February 2021. Major improvements consisted of new electrical work, painting, updated personal bathrooms and the purchase of new blinds throughout the house. The kitchen has a newly installed sink, faucet, and hood vent. All eleven bedrooms have received new linens, towels, and decor pieces. Continue Reading... »

Operation Housewarming: Generous Donation

Friday, January 01, 2021

A very generous donation of $10,000 given to Operation Housewarming by George Safiol. The Chairs of Operation Housewarming and the President of the Philoptochos Board met with members of the VA Health Care System to identify their needs and where the funds would best be utilized. Continue Reading... »

St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church Ladies Philoptochos in Boston, MA launches “Blessing Bag Donation Drive”

Saturday, October 24, 2020

Saint John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church Ladies Philoptochos in Boston, Ma. has launched the “Blessing Bag Donation Drive” as an ongoing outreach ministry. Continue Reading... »

Metropolis of Boston Philoptochos Annual Project Bread: Walk for Hunger

Wednesday, October 07, 2020

Over the years, the Metropolis of Boston Philoptochos has supported Project Bread an organization which provides meals and food assistance throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. www.projectbread.org Continue Reading... »

Virtual Dream Gala

Friday, September 25, 2020

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Metropolitan Methodios Distributes Meals to Those in Need

Wednesday, August 05, 2020

On Tuesday, June 30, 2020 His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios delivered some of the over 5,800 meals which have been provided by the generous contributions of the faithful of the Metropolis of Boston to people in need. Continue Reading... »

Chapter Highlights: A Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic

Wednesday, August 05, 2020

There have been many moments of crisis in history since the establishment of Philoptochos in 1931. Throughout almost 90 years, our Members have stayed true to the mission of Philoptochos - being a “friend of the poor.” The Metropolis of Boston is comprised of 42 active Chapters who continue to outreach and support their communities during the COVID-19 Pandemic and stay engaged on the Metropolis and National Levels. Continue Reading... »

Message From Philoptochos Board President Athena Kalyvas

Wednesday, August 05, 2020

The sun is out and hopefully, you are enjoying this beautiful day! I would like to follow-up with the invitation below regarding the Virtual Metropolis Ministry Awards Recognition on Sunday, June 14 at 7 p.m. We all know that the mission of the Philoptochos is to help the needy. Continue Reading... »

A Letter to Metropolis of Boston Philoptochos Chapter Presidents

Wednesday, August 05, 2020

Dear Metropolis of Boston Chapter Presidents, I hope and pray that you and your families are safe and well during these extraordinarily difficult times. Chapters throughout the Metropolis of Boston are reaching out to their Parishes... Continue Reading... »

November 29 & 30, 2019- St. Andrew’s Vesper and Liturgy Services, Brookline, MA

Wednesday, August 05, 2020

St Andrew is the First-Called Patron Saint of the Metropolis of Boston and a Chapel bearing his name sits on the grounds of the Boston Metropolis Center. Continue Reading... »

November 16, 2019- Children’s Medical Fund Luncheon, Chicago, Illinois

Wednesday, August 05, 2020

One major initiative of the National Philoptochos is the Biennial Children’s Medical Fund Luncheon which was hosted in the Metropolis of Chicago this year. Continue Reading... »

November 9, 2019- Clergy Laity Meeting at St. Demetrios Church, Weston, MA

Wednesday, August 05, 2020

Presidents and representatives from chapters across the Metropolis attended the Clergy Laity conference. In addition to attending meetings discussing various topics across the Metropolis the Philoptochos members had some time to come together. Continue Reading... »

Operation Housewarming, Brookline, MA

Wednesday, August 05, 2020

The Chairs of our Operation Housewarming (Veterans Program) Eleni Stamboulidis and Georgia Lagadinos were busy this fall collecting the wonderful donations made by various parishes and individuals, and additional shopping with the nearly $5,000 raised for Operation Housewarming! Continue Reading... »

First Meeting of 2019-2021 Metropolis Philoptochos Board, Brookline, MA

Wednesday, August 05, 2020

The Metropolis Board meets several times a year to plan and keep our initiatives moving forward. The newly elected board met and elected the Executive Officers after Athena Kalyvas was appointed President for the term. Continue Reading... »