{"id":24073,"date":"2025-06-29T11:00:53","date_gmt":"2025-06-29T15:00:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stbarbarasrq.org\/wp2\/?p=24073"},"modified":"2025-07-08T17:23:08","modified_gmt":"2025-07-08T21:23:08","slug":"philoptochos-society","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stbarbarasrq.org\/wp2\/philoptochos-society\/","title":{"rendered":"Philoptochos Society"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Saint Barbara PHILOPTOCHOS Chapter #5037 Philoptochos \u2013 Friends of the Poor\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
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Our Lord’s work is neither heavy nor one of strife- it is one that renews, <\/em>that gives life to those who take part in it.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

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Philoptochos is the philanthropic arm of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. It is one of the largest women’s charitable organizations in the country. The Society was founded in 1931 by then Archbishop Athenagoras. Today, Philoptochos chapters are located in every Greek Orthodox parish in the United States. Regardless of size, each chapter is dedicated to the same goals helping our brothers and sisters who are in need. Philoptochos members work to help support the institutions of our faith. Throughout the nation, they have raised millions of dollars through fundraising events. Their efforts have helped ease the pain and suffering of many.<\/span><\/p>\n

But as great as our efforts have been, there is always more to do. <\/strong><\/span>Our St. Barbara Chapter invites you to join in serving and working for those in need. Through our efforts, we know that we can make a difference and as Orthodox Christians, we can do no less.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Our St. Barbara Philoptochos women support many worthy institutions on an international, national, and local level such as:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Hellenic College\/Holy Cross School of Theology, Cancer Fund, Ecumenical Patriarchate Fund, Salvation Army both in Sarasota and Manatee County, SPARCC, United Cerebral Palsy, Presbyteres Benevolent Fund, National Sisterhood of Presbyteres, RCA- Retired Clergy Association, Autism Fund, Adopt-A-Family, St. Basil’s Academy, National Philoptochos Social Services, OCF- Orthodox Christian Fellowship, Children’s Cardiac Fund, St. Photio’s Shrine, Meals-on-Wheels in Sarasota and Manatee County, Clergy Education Fund, IOCC-International Orthodox Christian Charities, Ronald McDonald House, UNICEF, St. Stephens Youth Camp, OCMC-Orthodox Christian Mission Center, Metropolis of Atlanta Discretionary Fund, Youth Ministries- AGAPE FUND, Hellenic Folk Dancers, St. Barbara Religious Education, GOYA, Zoe for Life, Mothers Helping Mothers, Project Light of Manatee, Diakonia Magazine Religious Education Fund, St. Barbara Philoptochos Scholarship Fund, and many, many other worthy causes. Philoptochos has also donated toward the many appointments for our St. Barbara Church.<\/span><\/p>\n

Our St. Barbara Philoptochos has grown and expanded its activities because the women of this parish have heeded the call for philanthropy and outreach. As much as our chapter does, it can always do more.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Caring! <\/span>Sharing your Love through ministry to others. <\/span>The rewards are greater for those who give.<\/span><\/p>\n

2024 St. Barbara Philoptochos Board<\/span><\/h2>\n

President:<\/strong> Janet Rantis<\/span><\/p>\n

Vice President 1: <\/strong>Connie Chaltis<\/span><\/p>\n

Treasurer: <\/strong>Peggy Doukas<\/span><\/p>\n

Assistant Treasurer: <\/strong>Betty Karras<\/span><\/p>\n

Recording Secretary:<\/strong> Connie Gorzelany<\/span><\/p>\n

Corresponding Secretary: <\/strong>Diane Kontonickas<\/span><\/p>\n

Board Members: <\/strong>Christine (Tina) Rosengarten & <\/span>Patricia Trempelas<\/span><\/p>\n

Advisor: <\/strong>Past President, Marilyn Blazakis<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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