Bitty Basketball
Children will learn the basic fundamentals of the game and stay active in a fun and safe environment.
Snacks will be offered
May 2, 2026 immediatly follwoing Greek School
Children ages PreK through 4th grade are invited.
For more information please contact Fr. Joseph
Volunteer Meeting for Lincoln Park Greek Fest
May 3 - Lincoln Park Greek Fest Volunteer Meeting following Divine Liturgy
Lunch will be served during the meeting.
All Volunteers Must Attend (ONE) Meeting.
Please contact Mary Diamantakos at 773.965.190 or mdiamantakos@hotmail.com with any questions
Trip to the Tulip Festival
We are going to Holland Michigan to see the tulips!
Thanks to the generosity of Hellenic Foundation, St. George and St. Haralambos parishioners are invited to participate in this fun outing.
The bus will leave from St. Haralambos at 7:00 am. The first acivity planned is at 11:30 AM.
$55.00 per guest includes lunch, performance and all tulip gardens.
Please RSVP to Tammy at 847.977.3989, tmetro59@gmail.com or Vickey at 312.965.1948
Anemos Dance Troupe
Anemos Dance Troupe at St. George!
Learn a greek dance and sing greek songs!
Anemos Greek dance lessons will be held on May 8th at 7:00 pm.
For more information, call Bessie Grosso at 773.456.4652.
HOPE/JOY
HOPE/JOY following Greek School at St. George
All children of our community are invited to participate in HOPE/JOY from 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM.
Our HOPE/JOY meets on alternate Saturdays and provides an opportunity for children to learn about our faith and culture in a fun safe environment. Fall sessions meet every other Saturday, alternating with Bitty Basketball.
HOPE/JOY ministers to our young children from ages 3-11. We focus on fellowship among the youth in our community as well as a lesson that is relevant to the youth and their faith.
HOPE/JOY plant the seeds in our youth so that they can begin to grow the roots of a Christ-centered home with their families.
Winter and Sprint 2026 dates:
February 07 and 21
March 14 and 28
April 25
May 09
Hot Meals to Go
“Hot Meals to Go”
Always on the second Thursday of the month!
Join us on May 14th and help with preparations and serving. All ages are welcome
Meal is served at 11:00 am in front of the Church.
OCF DePaul Chapter at St. George
St. George is the home parish for the OCF DePaul chapter.
Students from DePaul are encouraged to be a part of this ministry.
Next event is on May 14th starting at 6:30 PM. Student meet at St. George for dinner and discussion led by Fr. Joseph and Fr. Chrysanthos.
Family Night
The last Family Night at St. George before we break for summer!
Friday, May 15, at 6:30 PM, at Saint George Community Center.
Our family night is so much fun!
There will be Food, Music, Games, Faith filled lesson and fun!
Ministry Leads: Eoanna Giannakopoulos and Georgana Labova.
Bitty Basketball and HOPE/JOY Party
It’s almost that time when we all take our stuff and go home for the summer.
This will be an end-of-year party for both programs, Bitty Basketball and HOPE/JOY
Saturday, May 16 at 12:30 PM.
Join the fun!
For more information please contact Fr. Joseph
Loukoumades and Pre-spring meeting by Ladies Ed
Loukoumades Sale
The Ladies Ed Society will offer delicious Loukoumades after Divine Liturgy during coffee hour on Sunday, May 17th
Proceeds to benefit the Ladies Educational Society Scholarship Fund.
Save your appetite during coffee hour!
OCF DePaul Chapter at St. George
St. George is the home parish for the OCF DePaul chapter.
Students from DePaul are encouraged to be a part of this ministry.
With finals around the corner come to St. George at 6:30 PM on May 28th for a little break. Student meet at St. George for dinner and discussion led by Fr. Joseph and Fr. Chrysanthos.
Celebrating our Youth
St. George Parish would like to honor our graduates in our bulletin.
Please send us a photo of your graduate from elementary school, high school, university, master's programs, Ph.D., etc. Tell us which school they graduated from and/or which school they will be attending. If the graduate has completed their studies and is beginning a career, please tell us what they will be doing next. Let us know by May 22nd; we will celebrate our graduates on Sunday, May 31.
In addition to graduates we will be celebrating:
Jr. Olympics Award recipients
Oratorical Festival Winners
Altar Boys
Myrrofores
Walk-a-thon sponsored by Philoptochos
Walk-a-thon offered to Philoptochos on April 25, 2026!
This will be our 8th Walk-a-thon! Join us and walk from St. George Church to Annunciation Cathedral.
Registration: 8:30 am - Walk Starts at: 9:00 am
Participation Fee: Minimum $30.00. You may also secure sponsors per mile completed or for the entire walk.
Sponsorship forms available.
For more information contact Theodora at theo.diolitsis@gmail.com or 847.721.9308
Distance between St. George and Annunciation is 2.5 miles.
Walk is estimated to take about one hour.
Walk-a-thon will be held, rain or shine.
We will meet at St. George and start walking as a group to Annunciation Cathedral.
Participants can walk back to St. George or finish their walk at Annunciation Cathedral.
HOPE/JOY
HOPE/JOY following Greek School at St. George
All children of our community are invited to participate in HOPE/JOY from 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM.
Our HOPE/JOY meets on alternate Saturdays and provides an opportunity for children to learn about our faith and culture in a fun safe environment. Fall sessions meet every other Saturday, alternating with Bitty Basketball.
HOPE/JOY ministers to our young children from ages 3-11. We focus on fellowship among the youth in our community as well as a lesson that is relevant to the youth and their faith.
HOPE/JOY plant the seeds in our youth so that they can begin to grow the roots of a Christ-centered home with their families.
Winter and Sprint 2026 dates:
February 07 and 21
March 14 and 28
April 25
May 09
Bright Friday Parish BBQ
Good week to be at St. George!
Easter Sunday, and Parish BBQ!
Call the office and let us know you’re coming so we can plan for the BBQ.
773.525.1793
Easter Egg Hunt
Christ is Risen! Easter Egg Hunt will be held at church following Agape Service on Easter Sunday! Wear your bunny ears and join us!
Holy Friday Retreat
HOLY FRIDAY CHILDREN’S RETREAT AT ST. GEORGE
Children ages 4 years old through 8th grade are invited to participate in the annual St. George Church Holy Friday Retreat, on April 10th.
Children participating in the Good Friday Retreat are asked to arrive at St. George by 10:15 am. Activities will begin promptly at 10:30 am and end at 2:30 pm.
To help prevent serious food allergies, we ask that attendees bring their own Lenten lunch. Please do not pack lunches containing tree nuts or any nut-based ingredients, such as peanut butter.
The Ladies Educational Society will provide refreshments and other small goodies.
To ensure that enough materials are available for everyone, please register your child(ren) by the registration deadline of Thursday, April 2nd. Since space is limited, we encourage you to register as soon as possible.
Children ages 4 and 5 who attend preschool must be accompanied by an adult during the retreat.
If you have any questions or need an “Excused Absence letter”, please contact Ms. Fassos at patfassos@yahoo.com.
May the coming light of the Resurrection of our Lord bring peace, joy, hope and love to you and your loved ones.
Palm Sunday Bakalao Lunch
Palm Sunday Luncheon
Our biggest luncheon of the year!
Adults: $45.00; Children up to 12 years old: $25.00
Due to the overwhelming response to this luncheon, we kindly ask that you make your reservations early.
To RSVP email Eleni Vasilopoulos at eleni@Fotischicago.com, 773.263.9671 or call our church office at 773.525.1793, email: office@stgeorgechicago.net
Τα μέλη του Διοικητικού Συμβουλίου του Αγίου Γεωργίου σας προσκαλούν την Κυριακή των Βαΐων, 05 Απριλίου, για το παραδοσιακό πιάτο Βακαλάο με Σκορδαλιά.
Λόγω μεγάλης προσέλευσης σε αυτό το γεύμα, παρακαλούμε όπως κάνετε τις κρατήσεις σας έγκαιρα.
Easter Labathes Sale
Buy beautiful Labathes from the Philoptochos Society.
The ladies will have their Easter Labathes available Palm Sunday, and every day until Easter. Please contact our event chair Georgia Hiotis for delivery or special orders.
Happy Easter to all!
Chicago Bike Project and YAL Chicago
Chicago Bike Project will host a service project with Chicago YAL starting at 12:30 PM
For more info please contact Chicago Bike Project.
Prison Ministry: Justice, Redemption, and the Power of Community
Justice, Redemption, and the Power of Community
The Ladies Philoptochos Society, in partnership with Cabrini Green Legal Aid (CGLA), will host a special event on Friday, April 3, 2026, at St. George Church as part of our Prison Ministry outreach.
Join us for an engaging and meaningful conversation about the human side of justice involvement and how compassionate community support can help individuals rebuild their lives and move forward after incarceration.
Through dialogue and shared perspectives, we hope to deepen understanding, foster empathy, and explore ways our community can make a positive impact.
Program will include:
Prayer Service from 6:30 pm - 7:15 pm.
Talk will start at 7:30 pm.
Calandra Hulitt, Community Navigator, CGLA – Personal Testimony
Lily Propes, A Legal Point of View, Attorney and Criminal Records Relief Specialist
CGLA: Q & A
Refreshments will be provided by Philoptochos Society
Prison Ministry and Philoptochos Event chairperson: Gina Fanady
HOPE / JOY
Our HOPE/JOY meets on alternate Saturdays and provides an opportunity for children to learn about our faith and culture in a fun safe environment. Fall sessions meet every other Saturday, alternating with Bitty Basketball.
HOPE/JOY ministers to our young children from ages 3-11. We focus on fellowship among the youth in our community as well as a lesson that is relevant to the youth and their faith.
HOPE/JOY plant the seeds in our youth so that they can begin to grow the roots of a Christ-centered home with their families.
Winter 2026 dates:
Saturday, January 17
Saturday, February 14
Saturday, February 28
Women's Safety Seminar
A Must Attend!
Women’s Safety Seminar at St. George Church
Presented by the Investigations Section of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County, the Hellenic American Police Association, Chicago Police Department and the U.S. Secret Service.
Saturday, March 28, from 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM in the Community Center
Lenten refreshments will be served.
Orthodox Connection
Orthodox Connection Social Night at Cafe Iguana.
Join Orthodox Connection at the Cafe Iguana for a night of fellowship, connection and community. Come socialize, grow in faith and share in a wlcoming atmosphere together.
March 26 at 7:00 PM
Ages 30-45
RSVP by March 23rd here.
Introduction to Orthodoxy
Introduction to Orthodoxy
This course is intended for anyone who is interested in converting to Orthodoxy (Catechumens) or those who wish to refresh their knowledge of Orthodoxy.
Session dates are:
November 03 and 17
December 01 and 15
January 12 and 26
February 02 and 16
March 09 and 23
Classes start at 7:00 PM at St. George church with a zoom link provided for those who cannot attend in person.
Contact Fr. Chrysanthos for more information.
Greek School Independence Day Celebration
Greek School Independence Day Celebration
Our Greek School students will be celebration Greek Independence Day on March 21 starting at 11:00 AM.
Ζήτω η Ελλάς!
Religious Education During Lent
Religious Education during Lent
Join us after Presanctified Liturgy on March 18th, in our downstairs Conference Room, for our Religious Education Seminar.
This week’s topic is “Ongoing Work of our Spiritual Life”
Ladies Educational Society will provide a lenten meal to all attending Seminar.
Shrimp Luncheon
Join us for the Annual Shrimp Luncheon hosted by Ladies Educational Society
$20 for Adults*: Shrimp,, rice, salad or Lenten spiral spanakopita
$10 for children 8 and under: includes pasta
*All entrees include taramosalta, wine, bread, sweets, fruit and refreshments.
Please make reservations by March 3, only 200 seats available.
RSVP to Mary Diamantakos at 773.965.1901 or email Ladiesedstgeorge@gmail.com
Raffle tickets 1 for $10 or 2 for $20. Proceeds to benefit 100th Anniversary Scholarship Fund.
Special Guest: Perifania Dance Group
Hot Meals to Go
“Hot Meals to Go”
Volunteers are encouraged to help with “Hot Meals to Go” on Thursday, March 12th
Meal is served at 11:00 am in front of the Church.
Introduction to Orthodoxy
Introduction to Orthodoxy
This course is intended for anyone who is interested in converting to Orthodoxy (Catechumens) or those who wish to refresh their knowledge of Orthodoxy.
Session dates are:
November 03 and 17
December 01 and 15
January 12 and 26
February 02 and 16
March 09 and 23
Classes start at 7:00 PM at St. George church with a zoom link provided for those who cannot attend in person.
Contact Fr. Chrysanthos for more information.
HOPE / JOY
Our HOPE/JOY meets on alternate Saturdays and provides an opportunity for children to learn about our faith and culture in a fun safe environment. Winter sessions meet every other Saturday, alternating with Bitty Basketball.
HOPE/JOY ministers to our young children from ages 3-11. We focus on fellowship among the youth in our community as well as a lesson that is relevant to the youth and their faith.
HOPE/JOY plant the seeds in our youth so that they can begin to grow the roots of a Christ-centered home with their families.
Winter 2026 dates:
Saturday, February 21
Saturday, March 7
Little Angels
The Little Angels Playgroup ministry is back!
Every Friday from 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM at St. George.
Children between the ages of 40 Days through 3 years old are welcome with their mom, dad, grandparents, or caregivers.
For more information please call our church office at 773.525.1793.
Religious Education During Lent
Preparing the Heart: Why we enter the Lenten Season
Join us after Presanctified Liturgy on March 4th, in our downstairs Conference Room, for our Religious Education Seminar.
This week’s topic is “Entering the Journey: Repentance as a way of life.”
Philoptochos Society will provide a lenten meal to all attending Seminar.
Bitty Basketball
Children will learn the basic fundamentals of the game and stay active in a fun and safe environment.
Snacks will be offered
Winter 2026 Dates, Saturdays on: February 14; February 28; March 14; and March 28
For more information please contact Fr. Joseph
Salutations to the Theotokos Student Participation
Ἀκολουθία τῶν Χαιρεστισμῶν εἰς τὴν Ὑπεραγίαν Θεοτόκον
Στάσις Αʹ - 7:00 μ.μ.
Καλωσορίζουμε τη συμμετοχή των μαθητών του Ελληνικού Σχολείου Αγίου Γεωργίου μαζί με τις δασκάλες τους.
Salutation to the Theotokos First Stanza
7:00 pm.
We welcome the participation of the students from the Saint George Greek School together with their teachers.
GOYANS
Navigating Great Lent
An eventing of prayer, fellowship, and reflection
Reframing Great Lent and building lasting friendships.
Open to GOYANS from all parishes of the Vcariate of Chicago
February 27th; 5:00 pm - 11:30 pm. at St. Andrew Greek Orthodox Church
Schedule
6:00 PM - Salutations to the Theotokos
7:00 PM - Lenten Meal
8:00 PM - Breakout Sessions: “Why Lent feels same every year:
9:00 PM - Activity and Confessions
10:30 PM - Fireside Chat
11:30 PM - Parent Pickup
Religious Education During Lent
Preparing the Heart: Why we enter the Lenten Season
Join us after Presanctified Liturgy on February 25th, in our downstairs Conference Room, for our Religious Education Seminar.
The Ladies Educational Society will provide a lenten meal to all attending Seminar.
The Paraklitos Bereavement Ministry
The Paraklitos Bereavement Ministry at St. George
Join us on the second Saturday of Souls on February 21, following Divine Liturgy.
Everyone is welcome.
Family Night
Family Night at St. George rain, snow, sun, or cold!
Friday, February 20, at 6:30 PM, at Saint George Community Center.
Our family night is so much fun!
There will be Food, Music, Games, Faith filled lesson and fun!
Ministry Leads: Eoanna Giannakopoulos and Georgana Labova.
Introduction to Orthodoxy
Introduction to Orthodoxy
This course is intended for anyone who is interested in converting to Orthodoxy (Catechumens) or those who wish to refresh their knowledge of Orthodoxy.
Session dates are:
November 03 and 17
December 01 and 15
January 12 and 26
February 02 and 16
March 09 and 23
Classes start at 7:00 PM at St. George church with a zoom link provided for those who cannot attend in person.
Contact Fr. Chrysanthos for more information.
Spaghetti Luncheon offered by Philoptochos Society
The annual Philoptochos Spaghetti Luncheon will be on Meatfare Sunday, February 15, immediately following Divine Liturgy together with Godparents' Sunday.
Raffle Prizes, Delicious Food and Fellowship!
For reservations please contact Eleni Vasilopoulos or 773.263.9671,
Tickets are $20 per guest; no ticket is needed for children under 10 years old.
Event chairs: Eugenia Splinter, Eleni Vasilopoulos, Ann Marie Hankins and Gina Fanady.
