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6 THE SHEPHERD • JUNE 2025 • SAINT SPYRIDON GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH OF SAN DIEGO We extend our heartfelt gratitude to every- one who joined the Anthousa Chapter for our unforgettable event, “A Night in the Plateia,” featuring the hilarious and heart- warming comedy of Angelo Tsarouchas! Your presence brought joy, laughter, and a true sense of community to the evening. From the delicious Greek cuisine and festive atmosphere to the shared laughter echoing through the hall, the night was a beautiful reminder of the power of fellowship. It was a night filled with connection, culture, and celebration — all made possible by your en- thusiasm and support. A special thank you goes out to our dedi- cated chairpersons Olympia Kyriakidis and Christine Tradas , our incredible volunteers, and generous sponsors who helped bring this vision to life. Your time, talent, and con- tributions made every detail shine. Events like these remind us of the strength, spirit, and unity of our Saint Spyridon family. WELCOMING OUR NEW PHILOPTO- CHOS BOARD We are proud to announce the results of our recent Philoptochos Chap- ter board elections, held on Sunday, May 18th. We are blessed to welcome a devoted group of women who will continue to uphold the mis- sion and good works of our beloved chapter. Their unwavering commitment to faith, fel- lowship, and service is truly inspiring. Please join us in congratulating our newly elected board members: Melanie Anastopulos, Gina Balourdas, Fran- cesca Captain, Michelle Defelippi, Marian Dougenis, Nikki Dougenis, Diane Durvis- Eakes, Lynn Jury, Olympia Kyriakidis, Al- exandra Mouzas, Stella Pappas, Maria Pla- tis, Kelly Samouris, Sofia Samouris, Sasha Savvides, Lucretia (Lucy) Simitzes, Maria Stokes, Christine Tradas, and Marilyn Yeatts. These women will continue to lead with com- passion, faith, and a deep commitment to service. We look forward to the meaningful work ahead under their leadership, including upcoming outreach initiatives, community support programs, and spiritual enrichment opportunities. SUNDAY FELLOWSHIP: Consider spon- soring a Sunday Fellowship Hour with sim- ple refreshments (donuts or bagels, fruit, and juice) during the summer months. Honor family members or celebrate special occa- sions. To sign up, contact Sofia Samouris at 619.518.4537 or at ssamouris22@gmail.com. AGAPE MEALS: Philoptochos provides meals to community members in need fol- lowing hospitalizations, the death of a family member, or the birth of a child. Please reach out to Marian Dougenis at (619) 520-3660 if you or someone you know is in need. As I conclude my term as President, I am filled with deep gratitude for the blessing of leading our chapter over the past four years. This journey has been one of faith, fellow- ship, and purpose — and I am truly humbled by the love and support I’ve received along the way. To my dedicated board, thank you for your tireless efforts, your wisdom, and your un- wavering commitment to our shared mis- sion. To the entire St. Spyridon communi- ty: your encouragement, participation, and generosity have been the heart of everything we’ve accomplished. Together, we’ve built more than programs and events — we’ve nurtured a vibrant, com- passionate community rooted in service and love. It has been my honor and privilege to serve, and I look forward to supporting the continued growth of our chapter in the years to come. With heartfelt appreciation, Sofia Samouris Anthousa Chapter President 619.518.4537 | ssamouris22@gmail.com PHILOPTOCHOS NEWS Books. Posters. Flyers. Mailers. Forms. Packaging. Newsletters. Marketing & Collateral. Digital. Offset. Short & Long Runs. WEBSITES AUDIO / VIDEO PHOTOGRAPHY SIGNAGE PRINTING Indoor & Outdoor. Portable Displays. Banners. Trade Show Exhibits. Retail. Advertisment. Product. Real Estate. Fashion. Aerial. 360º Virtual Reality. Corporate. Promotional. Product. Real Estate. Aerial. 360º Virtual Reality. Public Service Announcements. Digitizing of vintage media. Small & Medium Business. Non-Profit. 858.292.6070 nt@art-worx.us art-worx.us Proprietor. Creative Director. Project Manager. Nektarios Tradas BUSINESS GRAPHICS Sponsored Announcement