Youth Recognition Sunday As is our custom here at Saint Barbara’s in June of each year we recognize the youth ministries programs, the youth ministry workers, the young people and of course our graduates. This program will take place on Sunday, June 7th. We hope that everyone is present as we honor our young people and those who have given their time and efforts for the youth of our parish.


Congratulations to our Graduates The parish family congratulates the following students as they graduate and continue to pursue higher education. Congratulations are also extended to the proud parents and family of these young people. Our graduates are:

High School Graduates:

Maria Christakos
Nikki Christakos
Ari Livanos
Alex Mariakakis
Anthony Megaro
Arianna Megaro
Alexa Waters

Duke University Graduates:
Irene Pappas
Peter Dickos


Philoptochos News: As we begin summer break we can look forward to the Annual Philoptochos BBQ which will be held in September (date TBA) Anyone interested in hosting should contact Catherine Mariakakis @ 408-0765 or mariakakis@verizon.net St Barbara`s Philoptochos members will be assembling 25 School Kits for IOCC, Sunday August 30 after Church. For those who volunteered to donate items -

Thank You, and remember early August is a great time to shop for school items. Try to take advantage of the "tax free" weekend. Our first General Membership Meeting will be September 13.




Philoptochos Board Members On Sunday, June 7th the Philoptochos Board members will be taking their oath of office. The new board is as follows:

President
Catherine Mariakakis

1st Vice President
Helen Koutouzakis

2nd Vice President-
Elaine Goodwin

Recording Secretary
Evelyn Zehia

Corresponding Secretary
Lou Constantinou

Treasurer
Joan Marinos

Assistant Treasurer
Sandy Henriquez

The following New Board Members while not officers will serve as Chair persons for various committees:

Holiday Preparation & Decoration
Vikki Stephens

Philanthropic Projects
Catherine Constantinou

Fellowship & Coffee
Donna Zubrod

Special Events
Lia Christakos