Welcome to Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church

 

"Welcome one another, therefore, just as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God." - Romans 15:7 

2187 W. 14th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44113 email: office@annunciationcleveland.net

Annunciation Cleveland Greek Orthodox Church

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Our church is moving to a new record-keeping software called Realm, which will improve administrative tasks and enhance connectivity within our church community. The Realm Connect App will replace the EasyTithe Church App, providing 24/7 access to your giving history online. All current members with an email on file will receive an invitation from Realm. After creating your account, please update your profile to ensure all your information is correct. Reach out to Niko Semertsidis or Linda Karadimas if you have any questions. Let's embrace this exciting change together! Click on the link above.  

 

Saturday of Souls, June 7, 2025, Orthros 8:30 a.m. and Divine Liturgy begins at 9:30 a.m. Following the Divine Liturgy, we will offer a memorial service for the repose of the souls of our brothers and sisters in Christ who have fallen asleep. You are encouraged to bring koliva and a list of names of those who have passed away to be memorialized on this day. If you are unable to make koliva and would like Vivi Kyrazis to prepare a plate for you, please give her a call. 

 

We are honored to extend a heartfelt invitation to all members of our Annunciation community to join us in welcoming the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Greece, Mr. Ioannis Michail Loverdos, along with the Consul General of Greece in Chicago, Mr. Emanuel Koubarakis, during their visit to Cleveland.

There will be two opportunities to greet and    honor our distinguished guests:

 3:15 PM – Welcoming at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church of Cleveland (2187 W 14th St, Cleveland, OH 44113)

 5:30 PM – Reception at the Greek Cultural Garden

(Martin Luther King Jr Dr & St Clair Ave, Cleveland, OH 44108)

Let us come together as a community to express our warm hospitality and deep appreciation for their visit and continued support of Hellenism abroad. We look forward to seeing you there! With respect and gratitude,

Evangelia Koukouras Director,  “Georgia Pappas” Hellenic  Culural School  Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church Cleveland, Ohio

 

 

Other Events:

WONDERFULLY MADE Sat., June 7, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, 220 N. Walnut St., Youngstown. The Metropolis of Pittsburgh invites all youth and young adults with disabilities and their families to a welcoming retreat. 10 a.m. Divine Liturgy; 11 a.m. Snack & icebreaker; 11:30 a.m. Session 1; 11:45 a.m. Parent Session: Noon, Music & Movement; 12:15 p.m. Session 2; 1 p.m. Lunch: 1:45 p.m. Session 3; 2:15 p.m. Music and closing prayer. There is no expectation for participants to take part in every session, depending on differing needs and abilities. A quiet space will be available. For more info, contact Alyssa Kyritsis (akyritsis@pittsburgh.goarch.org)

CAMP NAZARETH The Metropolis of Pittsburgh’s summer camp program in Mercer, PA. Registration: y2am.pittsburgh.goarch.org/Summercamp. 
June 15-21: Grades 2-4; June 22-28: Grades 5-7; June 29-July 5: Grades 7-9; July 6-12: Grades 10-12.

GOMOPALOOZA Sat., Aug. 23, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. at St. Demetrios Community Center, 3323 Atlantic St. NE, Warren, Ohio. The Metropolis of Pittsburgh welcomes musicians, performers, and artists to take part in this annual event by contacting Fr. Joe Distefano (frjdistefano@yahoo.com).

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SCHOLARSHIPS:

STEREA HELLAS FOUNDATION OF CLEVELAND, INC.  It's that time of the year again when senior students can apply for the Sterea Hellas Foundation of Cleveland Scholarship as well as our Federation's Scholarship.  Information for both scholarships are as follows: Application Due Date for the Federation of Sterea Hellas’ Scholarship is to have a postmark date of no later than July 1st.   https://federationofstereahellas.org/#scholarships  Application Due Date for the Sterea Hellas Foundation of Cleveland’s scholarship is to have a postmark date of no later than July 15th.   the REVISED application forms for 2025.   https://nafpaktian.org/scholarships/

The Chios Society -Cleveland Ch. 7 is offering, every year, scholarships to graduating high school seniors whose at least one parent or grandparent is of Chian descent.  To obtain an application, please go to the chapter's website, chioscleveland.com.  For more information, contact Marko Fikaris (216-848-2200).