Fellowship Today's fellowship is hosted by the "Panagia" Community. Everyone is invited to Plato Hall to enjoy fellowship.


Sacraments The daughter of Peter and Jodi Gianakopoulos will be baptized today at 3:00 p.m. She will be given the name of Evanthia by her Godparent Valerie McCarthy.

MY CHURCH DUES I have never liked the term "my church dues." You see. There really are no Church dues. A person can be a member of the congregation in good standing and still not be able to contribute anything toward the work of the church. God has never expected anything from individuals who do not have the financial ability to give. Therefore, I like terms as "my church pledge," "my church gift" or "my church commitment." Each of these words has the connotation of a voluntary contribution.

When the Apostle Paul spoke to the congregation at Corinth, he said, "Upon the first day of the week, lay thee in store as you have been prospered." This I believe is the God-pleasing way of giving toward the work of one's church. Each week we give as we have been prospered. If all people did this, the church would have few financial problems. - Taken from the Greek Orthodox Stewardship Program.


Summer Worship Schedule: Please note that each Sunday through Labor Day, Sunday Orthros will begin at 8:00am, followed by the Divine Liturgy at 9:30am. Weekday Orthros/Divine Liturgy Services will begin at the normal time of 8:30am/9:30am.

Annual Assumption Church Picnic: Once again, our beloved Parish of Panagia will hold its annual Labor Day Picnic on the Church grounds on Sunday/Monday, September 6th and 7th. Mr. James Lakerdas, President of the Parish Council, has announced that this year’s Chairpersons for the Picnic are Mrs. Christina Arvanites and Mrs. Tina Sarantos. Father Timothy and the members of the Parish Council are grateful to Christina and Tina for accepting this responsibility and giving of their time and talents to our Panagia Community. Should you wish to be a part of their team, please speak to either of them, or to James Lakerdas or Father Timothy.

Please Note The Sacraments of the Orthodox Church, including the reception of Holy Communion, are reserved for those of the Orthodox Faith only, and who are also in Good Standing Ecclesiastically with the Church. If you are a visitor from another Denomination/Faith, we welcome you as an observer and guest.

Website News www.AssumptionChicago.org There have been many exciting changes to our web site, including the on line calendar which now include Baptisms, Weddings, Worship Service Schedule, upcoming events and pictures. Keep an eye on our site for more changes to come. If you would like to be added to the list, please contact the church office and give them your address.

Ushers Andrew Kanel, Chris Limperis, Peter Panton, Tom Poulos and Voula Spyropoulos.