Membership is in the air!
We invite you to join our Anthousa Philoptochos Chapter. We welcome all ladies and gentlemen to help us make a difference in the lives of many. If you cannot actively participate, your membership pledge helps us continue to support many charitable endeavors within our parish as well as local,national, and international communities.By joining Philoptochos, you will have the opportunity to meet new people, share experiences and knowledge, and feel the joy in your heart of helping others who desperately need support. Our philanthropic outreach is extended to causes and charities that are relevant to our community and further our Orthodox faith and traditions. Your continued love and support are greatly appreciated,and the need is apparent—now more than ever! To join or renew, click on the Membership tab at the top bar on this website. (The National and Metropolis Philoptochos treasuries each receive $15 of every membership donation; any amount over $30 remains in our local chapter’s treasury.) Please contact Melanie Anastopulos at melanieanastopulos@gmail.com or Kalliopi Samouris at nyckelly@cox.net with any questions.
Our Annual Membership Event is on Saturday, March 1st at 11:00 am in the Cypress Room. In addition to the luncheon, we are excited to present this year’s program “Body & Soul.” Join us to learn how to live better and healthier lives at any age through movement, nutrition, and prayer to enhance your well-being.
Save these dates in 2025:
Sunday, April 13th - Pascha Bake Sale: You can pre-order our koulourakia and tsourekia NOW! Visit Our Store on this website to place your order for pickup on Palm Sunday!
Sunday, April 27th - Kids 'n' Cancer Celebration of Love - Newport Beach Country Club
Saturday, May 3rd - A Night in the Plateia, featuring comedian Angelo Tsarouchas.
Sunday, November 9th - Thanksgiving Luncheon
We look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events and your participation in our ongoing Philoptochos efforts.
In Christ,
Sofia Samouris
Anthousa Chapter President
619-518-4537