Parish Council

Mr. Charlie Alexander  is the 2009 Parish Council president. Any questions or concerns with operations should be directed to Mr. Alexander. He, along with the rest of the Council, represent our church at various outings sponsored by the metropolis and ensure that our church runs smoothly so that we can focus on our spiritual growth. Mr. Alexander can be reached at the church office main line: (815)-963-8625. Please be sure to specify the message is for Mr. Alexander.

Philoptochos

The word Philoptochos means “friend to the poor."  The primary purpose of the Philoptochos is to serve as a service organization to all those who may be in need.  This is accomplished by offering one’s service and talents to the organization in the operation of fundraisers, special event receptions, donations to charitable organizations and direct help to those in need. The Philoptchos is a charitable coalition of women from within the parish that is unique to the Greek Orthodox Church in North America. This philanthropic group was formed by, then Archbishop, Athenagoras I in the year 1931. The group is nation-wide but comprised of local chapters at each Greek Orthodox Church. You can learn more about the national group as a whole by visiting their website.

Our chapter is involved with local charities such as food pantries and homeless shelters. They also have various fundraisers throughout the year and are well known for their bake sales.

Philoptochos Book Store

Our book store has many items great for gifts or to keep for yourself. We have many icons, religious study and self-help books, jewelry, prayer ropes, night lights, bookmarks, and magnets to name a few. All proceeds go toward the charitable works of the Philoptochos.

Adult Religious Education

The Adult Religious Education Program is designed to allow for the study of  of the Orthodox Church in a more in-depth manner.  There is time at the end of each session to do a questions and answer segment regarding other topics that may arise regarding the Theology and Tradition of the Orthodox Church.  Please consult the Church Calendar for the schedule.

Sunday Church School

Beginning in September and concluding at the end of May, the school age children attend Sunday School following Holy Communion each Sunday.  The objective of Sunday School is to aid our families in the formation of our youth in the basics of the Worship, Theology and Basic expressions of the Orthodox Church.

Altar Boys

Serving in the Altar is an awesome privilege.  Boys who are given this privilege to serve during the Divine Services of the Church by tending to duties in the Altar as well as participate in the Divine Entrances and Processions.  The Altarboys also have an annual fellowship outing to a sporting event.

Choir and Chanters

The purpose of the Choir and Chanters is to offer prayers by singing praises to the Lord during worship services. They offer the Liturgical responses during the Divine Liturgies, Holy Feastdays and during Holy Week and Pascha.

Akrites Dance Troupe

The Akrites Dance Troope allows our children to express and uphold our Hellenic culture through dance.  One of their main events is performing at the annual Greek Fest.

GOYA

GOYA is an organization in which young teenagers can gather together to participate in fun activities, to get to know each other and talk about their Greek Orthodox faith. In addition, they participate in service projects, retreats, and various field trips.