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UID:22742-1735585200-1735596000@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Fanari Reunion Dance
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest in the Fanari Reunion Dance. Online registration is now closed.
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/fanari-reunion-dance/
LOCATION:Ascension of Our Lord\, 1207 Riverwoods Road\, Lincolnshire\, IL\, 60069\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fanari Camp,Y2AM Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250102
DTSTAMP:20260404T152342
CREATED:20220606T150250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220606T150250Z
UID:14511-1735689600-1735775999@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Feast of St. Basil the Great
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/feast-of-st-basil-the-great/2025-01-01/
LOCATION:IL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250107
DTSTAMP:20260404T152342
CREATED:20220606T150626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220606T150626Z
UID:14545-1736121600-1736207999@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Theophany
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/feast-of-theophany/2025-01-06/
LOCATION:IL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250108
DTSTAMP:20260404T152342
CREATED:20220606T150829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220606T150829Z
UID:14547-1736208000-1736294399@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Synaxis of St. John the Baptist
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/synaxis-of-st-john-the-baptist/2025-01-07/
LOCATION:IL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152342
CREATED:20250102T003726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T003726Z
UID:23775-1736447400-1736460000@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:YAL Chicago Vespers & Vasilopita
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/yal-chicago-vespers-vasilopita/
LOCATION:St. Andrew’s Greek Orthodox Church\, 5649 N Sheridan Rd\, Chicago\, IL\, 60660\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250112T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152342
CREATED:20241118T184507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T184507Z
UID:22674-1736683200-1736690400@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Assumption Panagia 100th Anniversary Kick-Off Luncheon and Vasilopita Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating 100 Years of The Assumption Greek Orthodox Church of Chicago!  A complimentary luncheon and Vasilopita cutting event to kick-off our historic milestone anniversary. Advanced reservation required.
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/assumption-panagia-100th-anniversary-kick-off-luncheon-and-vasilopita-celebration/
LOCATION:Assumption Greek Orthodox Church Chicago in Plato Hall (601 S. Central Ave Chicago\, IL 60148)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250112T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152342
CREATED:20241217T031834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T031834Z
UID:23460-1736704800-1736719200@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Vasilopita Celebration
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/vasilopita-celebration/
LOCATION:IL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250118
DTSTAMP:20260404T152342
CREATED:20220606T151052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220606T151052Z
UID:14667-1737072000-1737158399@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Feast of St. Anthony the Great
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/feast-of-st-anthony-the-great/2025-01-17/
LOCATION:IL
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chicago.goarch.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/EventCover-Feast-Day.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250119
DTSTAMP:20260404T152342
CREATED:20220606T151521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220606T151521Z
UID:14684-1737158400-1737244799@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Feast of SS. Athanasius the Great and Cyril
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/feast-of-ss-athanasius-the-great-and-cyril/2025-01-18/
LOCATION:IL
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chicago.goarch.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/EventCover-Feast-Day.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152342
CREATED:20241211T142504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T031555Z
UID:23350-1737207000-1737214200@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:TEAM Belong - Vasilopita Cutting
DESCRIPTION:TEAM Belong will be hosting a Vasilopita Cutting on Saturday\, January 18th\, 2025 at The Greek Orthodox Church of St Demetrios – Elmhurst\, 1:30-3:30. \n 
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/team-belong-vasilopita-cutting/
LOCATION:Saint Demetrios-Elmhurst\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ministry Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250119T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250119T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152342
CREATED:20241211T141419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T141419Z
UID:23175-1737304200-1737309600@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Fr. Ivan Moody Memorial Concert
DESCRIPTION:World-renowned composer\, conductor\, musicologist and visionary\, Fr. Ivan Moody\, passed into eternity at age 59 on January 18\, 2024. His untimely death sent a wave of deep sadness and loss throughout the Orthodox music world and beyond. To honor his memory\, the Society commissioned a new work—With Eyes Unveiled—from American composer\, Kurt Sander\, which will receive its world premiere at this concert. The program will also include choral works by Fr. Ivan. The concert will be hosted by the St. Andrew Greek Orthodox Church in Chicago\, Fr. Kosmas Kallis\, Proistamenos. \nKurt Sander describes his vision and content of the new work: “The title of this work comes from a verse in Psalm 118(119). The state of our earthly life conceals a clear image of the Divine\, much like a veil that covers the eyes. The Christian faith teaches that the passing from this life to the Heavenly realm is a transformation where the perishable puts on the imperishable\, and the mortal puts on immortality. It is only in this blessed state that we acquire the full and unobscured vision of the Uncreated Light of God. It is then that\, in the words of the Evangelist John\, we shall see Him as He is.” \n 
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/fr-ivan-moody-memorial-concert/
LOCATION:St. Andrew’s Greek Orthodox Church\, 5649 N Sheridan Rd\, Chicago\, IL\, 60660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parish Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Society of Saint Romanos the Melodist":MAILTO:Societystromanos@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250119T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250119T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152342
CREATED:20250110T144315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T144315Z
UID:23171-1737304200-1737309600@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Fr. Ivan Moody Memorial Concert
DESCRIPTION:World-renowned composer\, conductor\, musicologist and visionary\, Fr. Ivan Moody\, passed into eternity at age 59 on January 18\, 2024. His untimely death sent a wave of deep sadness and loss throughout the Orthodox music world and beyond. To honor his memory\, the Society commissioned a new work—Unveil My Eyes—from American composer\, Kurt Sander\, which will receive its world premiere at this concert. The program will also include choral works by Fr. Ivan. The concert will be hosted by the St. Andrew Greek Orthodox Church in Chicago\, Fr. Kosmas Kallis\, Proistamenos.\nKurt Sander describes his vision and content of the new work: “The title of this work comes from a verse in Psalm 118(119). The state of our earthly life conceals a clear image of the Divine\, much like a veil that covers the eyes. The Christian faith teaches that the passing from this life to the Heavenly realm is a transformation where the perishable puts on the imperishable\, and the mortal puts on immortality. It is only in this blessed state that we acquire the full and unobscured vision of the Uncreated Light of God. It is then that\, in the words of the Evangelist John\, we shall see Him as He is.”
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/fr-ivan-moody-memorial-concert-2/
LOCATION:St. Andrew’s Greek Orthodox Church\, 5649 N Sheridan Rd\, Chicago\, IL\, 60660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parish Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250119T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250119T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152342
CREATED:20250115T211540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T211540Z
UID:23168-1737304200-1737309600@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Fr. Ivan Moody Memorial Concert
DESCRIPTION:World-renowned composer\, conductor\, musicologist and visionary\, Fr. Ivan Moody\, passed into eternity at age 59 on January 18\, 2024. His untimely death sent a wave of deep sadness and loss throughout the Orthodox music world and beyond. To honor his memory\, the Society commissioned a new work—With Eyes Unveiled—from American composer\, Kurt Sander\, which will receive its world premiere at this concert. The program will also include choral works by Fr. Ivan. The concert will be hosted by the St. Andrew Greek Orthodox Church in Chicago\, Fr. Kosmas Kallis\, Proistamenos. \nKurt Sander describes his vision and content of the new work: “The title of this work comes from a verse in Psalm 118(119). The state of our earthly life conceals a clear image of the Divine\, much like a veil that covers the eyes. The Christian faith teaches that the passing from this life to the Heavenly realm is a transformation where the perishable puts on the imperishable\, and the mortal puts on immortality. It is only in this blessed state that we acquire the full and unobscured vision of the Uncreated Light of God. It is then that\, in the words of the Evangelist John\, we shall see Him as He is.”
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/fr-ivan-moody-memorial-concert-3/
LOCATION:St. Andrew’s Greek Orthodox Church\, 5649 N Sheridan Rd\, Chicago\, IL\, 60660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Parish Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Society of Saint Romanos the Melodist":MAILTO:Societystromanos@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250127T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250127T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152342
CREATED:20250128T024358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T024358Z
UID:24387-1737964800-1737997200@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Western Region Basketball Tournament
DESCRIPTION:The tournament is Jan. 31-Feb. 2. \nGames will be played at the College of Lake County Gym at 19351 W Washington St\, Grayslake\, IL. \nThe Hotel and evening events will be at the Holiday Inn-Gurnee\, 6161 W Grand Ave\, Gurnee\, IL. \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/western-region-basketball-tournament/
LOCATION:IL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250131
DTSTAMP:20260404T152342
CREATED:20220606T153554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220606T153554Z
UID:14748-1738195200-1738281599@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Synaxis of the Three Hierarchs: SS. Basil the Great\, Gregory the Theologian\, John Chrysostom
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/synaxis-of-the-three-hierarchs-ss-basil-the-great-gregory-the-theologian-and-john-chrysostom/2025-01-30/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250201T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152342
CREATED:20250228T185847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T185847Z
UID:24975-1738396800-1738429200@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:GOAL Basketball Results
DESCRIPTION:Grade 7-12 Girls: \nSt Demetrios Chicago-1st Please in Season Standings and 1st Place in the Gold Division Tournament \nSts Constantine and Helen-2nd Place Gold Division Tournament \n  \nHigh School Boys: \nSt Haralambos-1st Place Gold Division Tournament \nSts. Peter and Paul-1st Place in Season Standings and 2nd Place Gold Division Tournament \n  \nSilver Division \n5/6th grade: \nSt Nectarios-1st Place \nSts Peter and Paul-2nd Place \n  \n7/8th Grade: \nSt Andrew/St George (STAG)-1st Place \nSts Peter and Paul-2nd Place \n  \nHigh School Boys: \nSt John the Baptist-1st Place \nSt Andrew/St. George (STAG) \n5/6th grade: \nSts. Constantine and Helen-1st Place in Season Standings. 1st Place Gold Division Tournament \nSt Haralambos-2nd Place Gold Division Tournament \n7/8th  grade: \nSt Demetrios Elmhurst-1st Place Gold Division Tournament \nSt Demetrios Chicago-1st Place in Season Standings. 2nd Place Gold Division Tournament
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/goal-basketball-results/
LOCATION:IL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152342
CREATED:20250117T151354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T050648Z
UID:24177-1738695600-1738699200@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Strengthen Stewardship Now & Forever
DESCRIPTION:Fr. Mark Leondis is the Pastor of Saint Mark Church in Boca Raton\, Florida. He has served the Church for almost 30 years on an Archdiocesan\, Metropolis and parish level. Besides his work with youth\, camping\, college and young adults\, he has served as the President of the Archdiocesan Presbyters Council\, serves as the Vice-Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Hellenic College/Holy Cross\, and lovingly shepherds the faithful of Saint Mark. He is married to Anastasia and has two adult children (Juliana and Alex). The Saint Mark Church is a Christ-centered-\, ministry-and\, outreach-minded parish\, with over 700 active families. \nEveryone is encouraged to attend and participate. We also humbly request that Clergy forward this to their respective Stewardship Chairs. \nZoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89939335894?pwd=in9fTE2ABpa483M5Oe4RqgV1dCbzUE.1 \nLearn more here: https://chicago.goarch.org/resource-directory/stewardship/
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/strengthen-stewardship-now-forever/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250207T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250207T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152342
CREATED:20250107T173224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T173238Z
UID:23915-1738947600-1738965600@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Tim Tebow Foundation Night To Shine
DESCRIPTION:  \nSt. Haralambos is honored to be selected as a host church for the Tim Tebow Foundation Night To Shine event held on Friday\, February 7\, 2025\, 5pm-10pm. This red-carpet event is a complimentary celebration of people with special needs\, ages 14 years and older. Please inform and invite your faithful to join us for a fun-filled evening which includes a red-carpet entrance\, dancing\, karaoke\, dinner\,  and much\, much more!  Visit https://saintharalambosgoc.org/ to sign up as a guest or a volunteer. \n\n\n\n   \n\nFor more information contact: \n George Giolas: 708-548-2159 \nEmail: NTS@saintharalambosgoc.org \nVisit our website: http://www.SaintHaralambosgoc.org \nIn Christ’s love\, Fr. Tilemahos Alikakos
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/tim-tebow-foundation-night-to-shine/
LOCATION:Holy Taxiarhai – Saint Haralambos\, 7373 Caldwell Ave.\, Niles\, IL\, 60714\, United States
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GEO:42.0163939;-87.7905513
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Holy Taxiarhai – Saint Haralambos 7373 Caldwell Ave. Niles IL 60714 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=7373 Caldwell Ave.:geo:-87.7905513,42.0163939
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250207T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250207T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152342
CREATED:20250115T211424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T211424Z
UID:24123-1738951200-1738965600@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:Valentine Cookie Decorating
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/valentine-cookie-decorating/
LOCATION:Assumption – Homer Glen\, IL\, 15625 S Bell Rd.\, Homer Glen\, IL\, 60491\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Assumption Greek Orthodox Church-Homer Glen%2C IL":MAILTO:assumptionchurch11@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152342
CREATED:20250110T144643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T012613Z
UID:24015-1739008800-1739026800@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:The Ministry of Women in the Church: Reflections of Leaders\, Inspiring Growth
DESCRIPTION:This is a one day conference featuring our Keynote speaker\, Elizabeth Prodromou\, Lunch\, and a panel of six speakers\, all addressing the topic of The Ministry of Women in the Church. Our purpose is to gain a picture of the various kinds of ministries women offer in the Church\, discussing both the difficulties and the joys/benefits in implementing and practicing these ministries\, and envisioning the path forward for ministry by women in the Church.
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/the-ministry-of-women-in-the-church-reflections-of-leaders-inspiring-growth/
LOCATION:St. Andrew’s Greek Orthodox Church\, 5649 N Sheridan Rd\, Chicago\, IL\, 60660\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Metropolis Events,Ministry Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://chicago.goarch.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Women-in-Ministry-Flyer-JPEG.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250217T080000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152342
CREATED:20240918T174136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T023056Z
UID:21143-1739559600-1739779200@chicago.goarch.org
SUMMARY:YAL Chicago Conference Save The Date
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/yal-chicago-conference-save-the-date/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Y2AM Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="YAL Chicago":MAILTO:yalchicago@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152342
CREATED:20250228T042758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T042758Z
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SUMMARY:Archon Presentations Engage Young Adults During Chicago Conference
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, February 15\, 2025\, the Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate in the Metropolis of Chicago gave a series of presentations and hosted an Archon vendor table during the YAL Chicago Conference\, which took place at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in downtown Chicago.  \nDuring a lunchtime session\, with the blessings of His Eminence Metropolitan Nathanael of Chicago\, Pilgrimage of Discovery Co-Chairs Archon Hon. Jeffery Chrones and Mrs. Hellena Chrones\, along with Pilgrimage of Discovery participants Marina Dimas (’23)\, Peter Kokkinias (’24)\, Deanna Kolas (’23)\, Sophia Looney (’24)\, and George Valarcel (’23) spoke to an audience of approximately 700 attendees about the current challenges facing the Ecumenical Patriarchate and the faithful in Turkey\, the Archons’ mission\, and the Pilgrimage of Discovery initiative — a seven day\, all expense paid journey through Constantinople.  \nThe Pilgrimage of Discovery program sends Orthodox Christian young adults ages 23 to 30 years old to Constantinople annually to learn about Orthodoxy\, the Patriarchate\, the history of the Church\, the challenges facing the Ecumenical Patriarchate\, and the experiences of the remaining Orthodox people living in Asia Minor. Applications for the 2025 Pilgrimage of Discovery have closed for this year.  \nPOD Chair Hellena Chrones noted there has been an uptick in interest about the Pilgrimage of Discovery program. “After our presentation\, I spoke to many young adults from across the country\, and discovered the word about the POD program is definitely out there\,” said Chrones. “We polled the crowd during the presentation and were very surprised at how many young adults were aware of the Ecumenical Patriarch and Ecumenical Patriarchate — a marked difference from the first year we presented at the Metropolis of Chicago YAL Conference. We’re doing good work getting the word out about the POD and raising awareness about the Ecumenical Patriarchate among our youth.”  \nShe added that the Pilgrimage of Discovery documentary\, created by the Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate after the inaugural trip in 2023\, was viewed 47\,000 times in the last month alone. \nDuring the conference\, Archon Hon. Anthony C. Kyriakopoulos also conducted two workshops on the topic of navigating your career while being true to your Greek Orthodox values\, discussing how his experiences and career have been shaped by the main values of the Orthodox faith: humility\, empathy\, respect\, love and service. “These values are cultivated through our family\, friends and faith\,” said Kyriakopoulos. “In today’s world you must be able to navigate being successful with staying true to who you are within your Greek Orthodox faith.” \nIn addition\, the Archons hosted a booth during the conference to answer questions from attendees and distribute Archon and Pilgrimage of Discovery materials and merchandise.  \nTo learn more\, visit Archons.org for more information about the Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate in America and pilgrimageofdiscovery.org for more information about the Pilgrimage of Discovery initiative. \n\n		\n		\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Left to right: Pilgrimage of Discovery participants Peter Kokkinias\, George Valarcel\, Deanna Kolas\, Sophia Looney\, Marina Dimas\, and POD Co-Chairs Mrs. Hellena Chrones and Archon Hon. Jeffery Chrones\n\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Archon Hon. Anthony C. Kyriakopoulos speaking to attendees during a YAL Chicago Conference workshop.\n\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Left to right: POD participants Marina Dimas\, Sophia Looney\, Peter Kokkinias\, Mrs. Hellena and Archon Hon. Jeffery Chrones\, POD Chairs.\n\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Left: Archon Hon. Jeffery Chrones; Right: Deanna Kollas\n\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Left: Mrs. Hellena Chrones; Right: Marina Dimas \n\n				\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Left: Peter Kokkinias Right: George Valcarel
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/archon-presentations-engage-young-adults-during-chicago-conference/
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SUMMARY:Archon Religious Freedom Presentation Held in Rockford
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, February 16\, 2025\, the Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate in the Metropolis of Chicago traveled to Rockford\, Illinois\, to give a presentation on the five key issues impacting the Ecumenical Patriarchate at Christ the Savior American Carpatho-Russian Orthodox Church. Archon Wesley Stinich introduced keynote speakers Archon National Secretary and Regional Commander Gus M. Pablecas and Regional Commander John G. Manos. Approximately 75 people listened to the presentation. \nA special thank you to parish priest Rev. Father Jonathan Bannon\, Pani (Presvytera) Marianna\, Parish Council President Jeremiah Erber\, and the entire community for hosting the event and providing a luncheon after the event. \nThe Archons encourage parishes within the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America that would like to have a religious freedom presentation held at their parish to email the Archon’s National Office at lkats@arochons.org. The Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate is a devoted group of passionate leaders\, relentlessly focused on protecting religious freedom for everyone and ensuring the future of the Ecumenical Patriarchate — the historical spiritual center of the world’s 300+ million Orthodox Christians. 
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/archon-religious-freedom-presentation-held-in-rockford/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T170000
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SUMMARY:OCF College Days
DESCRIPTION:High school students and their parents are invited for this great event to help prepare practically and spiritually for college!
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/ocf-college-days/
LOCATION:Holy Apostles – Westchester\, 2501 South Wolf Road\, Westchester\, IL\, 60154\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ministry Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250307T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250309T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152342
CREATED:20250204T032701Z
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SUMMARY:YAL Spring Retreat 2025
DESCRIPTION:Sorry. This form is no longer available.
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/yal-spring-retreat-2025/
LOCATION:St. Iakovos Retreat Center\, 920 224th Ave.\, Kansasville\, WI\, 53139\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ministry Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="YAL Chicago":MAILTO:yalchicago@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152342
CREATED:20250219T031533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T031533Z
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SUMMARY:TEAM Belong Lenten Retreat: An Eternal Perspective
DESCRIPTION:Who: Orthodox Christian families with children and adults with disabilities \nWhen: Saturday\, March 8\, 2025\, 1:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. \nWhere: St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church in Des Plaines \nWhat: TEAM Belong Lenten Retreat with guest retreat leader Fr. Ephraim Peters\, an inspirational retreat leader who together with his wife\, Presbytera Teresa\, has raised two sons with autism who are now in their 30s. Fr. Ephraim will lead two sessions with adults relating to the following themes: \n\nMaintaining an eternal perspective in the face of the unfairness and inequities our children are confronted with\nDeveloping faith-based strategies that bridge the transition from childhood to supporting adult children with physical\, intellectual\, emotional and sensory disabilities.\nRecognizing the emotional and spiritual impact on parents. Establishing skills for balancing advocacy and nurturing of our children with the need for self-care as individuals and in the marriage.\n\nChildren and Adults with Disabilities will have one-on-one support to engage in programming that will include music\, art\, movement\, and lesson. Dinner will be provided. \nThis event is provided without a cost to participants\, thanks to generous support from the Hellenic Foundation.
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/team-belong-lenten-retreat-an-eternal-perspective/
LOCATION:St. John the Baptist\, 2350 Dempster Street\, Des Plaines\, IL\, 60016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lenten Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152342
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SUMMARY:Annual Fanari Lenten Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest in registering for the Annual Fanari Lenten Retreat. Registration is now closed.
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/annual-fanari-lenten-retreat/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Fanari Camp,Lenten Events,Ministry Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250326
DTSTAMP:20260404T152343
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SUMMARY:Annunciation of the Theotokos
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/feast-of-annunciation/2025-03-25/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250401T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152343
CREATED:20250316T215130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T132813Z
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SUMMARY:Strengthen Stewardship Now & Forever April Meeting
DESCRIPTION:TOPIC- Thinking Differently about Stewardship Growth: Hearing from Converts to the Orthodox Church \nWe also humbly request that Clergy forward this to their respective Stewardship Chairs. \nEveryone is encouraged to attend and participate. \nSpeakers: \nBen Amundgaard\nSaint Mary Greek Orthodox Church\, Minneapolis: Ben has a Masters in Theology. He is on the Parish Council at St. Mary’s. \nDorian Abbot\nSaint George Greek\nOrthodox Church\, Chicago: Dorian is a professor in the Department of the Geophysical Sciences at the University of Chicago. \nAdalberto Madrigal\nSaint George Greek\nOrthodox Church\, Chicago: Adalberto came to the United States from Mexico at the age of 14. He built his own construction company from the ground up. He participates in Chanting at Saint George. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/82311502250?pwd=gwbtyTdrXlJUTF6GA5BRlFle6sof9x.1 \nMeeting ID: 823 1150 2250\nPasscode: 089663
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/stregthen-stewardship-now-forever-april-meeting/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T152343
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SUMMARY:Family Synaxis Lenten Retreat 2025
DESCRIPTION:+ REGISTER NOW: A RETREAT BY FAMILIES\, FOR FAMILIES! Registration is now open for the Family Synaxis Lenten Retreat on Saturday\, April 5th\, a unique opportunity for Orthodox Christian families to gather and grow together on our journey to Christ and His Kingdom. Through concurrent sessions\, the retreat will include engaging activities\, Lenten discussions\, and fun games and activities for our K-12 youth\, as well as thought-provoking talks\, topics\, and tips for parents on raising strong\, faithful Christians in today’s world. The retreat theme is “Following Christ Together: Strengthening Families through the Bond of Community”\, and Fr. George Dokos of Holy Apostles Church (Westchester\, IL) will be the keynote speaker.  The retreat will be held at Ascension of Our Lord church in Lincolnshire and the cost is $75/family. Please visit www.gocfamilysynaxis.org/lenten-retreat-2025; or see the flyer and scan the QR code to learn more and register by the March 23rd deadline!
URL:https://chicago.goarch.org/event/family-synaxis-lenten-retreat-2025/
LOCATION:Ascension of Our Lord\, 1207 Riverwoods Road\, Lincolnshire\, IL\, 60069\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Lenten Events,Metropolis Events,Ministry Events
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