Saint Sophia Philoptochos

Saint Sophia Philoptochos Saint Sophia Philoptochos is a women’s organization dedicated to serving the poor in the Los Angeles area through the Saint Sophia Cathedral.

Philoptochos is the backbone of philanthropic activity throughout the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese in America. Through our vigorous outreach program Philoptohos benefits worthy charities, families, and individuals, both nationally and internationally. Local shut-ins are visited, given gifts during the holidays, the poor are housed, fed, and buried, and are remembered by the Church. All women of our

Church are highly encouraged to consider membership in this vital group.“ To aid the poor, the destitute, the hungry, the aged, the sick, the unemployed, the orphaned, the imprisoned, the widowed, the handicapped, the victims of disasters, to undertake the burial of impoverished persons and to offer assistance to anyone who may need the help of the church through fund raising efforts...”

Only 24 hours left to purchase your tickets by 8/25! We just posted the amazing list of silent auctions items, and it's ...
08/24/2025

Only 24 hours left to purchase your tickets by 8/25! We just posted the amazing list of silent auctions items, and it's still growing! See the link on the event page. And BIG thanks to our fabulous sponsors, KLEOS Mastiha Spirit, Greecious Imports, and Los Angeles Greek Market.

Join us for A TASTE OF CRETE with Christina Xenos and enjoy a fun evening with dinner, wine pairings, a Greek marketplace, silent auction, raffle, and more. Tickets are available now. Opa!

Last chance to make reservations for An Epicurean Journey With Friends on Sept. 6. Have you bought your tickets yet? We'...
08/22/2025

Last chance to make reservations for An Epicurean Journey With Friends on Sept. 6. Have you bought your tickets yet? We're excited for a fun evening with dinner, wine pairings, a Greek marketplace, silent auction, raffle, and more! Tickets are available online only through Monday 8/25.

Join us for A TASTE OF CRETE with Christina Xenos and enjoy a fun evening with dinner, wine pairings, a Greek marketplace, silent auction, raffle, and more. Tickets are available now. Opa!

Big news! Arianna Papalexopoulos, of “Greek Mom” comedy fame, will be our emcee for the evening! As a Greek-American act...
07/31/2025

Big news! Arianna Papalexopoulos, of “Greek Mom” comedy fame, will be our emcee for the evening! As a Greek-American actor, writer, producer, and digital content creator, Arianna's name has become synonymous with Greek comedy across social media. Lots of fun and more surprises planned for an incredible evening. Tickets are available now at www.stsophiaphiloptochos.org/epicurean-journey.

Arianna Papalexopoulos: Yes, Hello, Hi Sweet Greek by Christina Xenos Saint Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral

Please join us on September 6th for A TASTE OF CRETE with Sweet Greek by Christina Xenos and enjoy a fun evening with di...
07/14/2025

Please join us on September 6th for A TASTE OF CRETE with Sweet Greek by Christina Xenos and enjoy a fun evening with dinner, wine pairings, a Greek marketplace, silent auction, raffle, and more. Tickets are available now. Opa!

THE SAINT SOPHIA PHILOPTOCHOS SOCIETY presents An Epicurean Journey with Friends A TASTE OF CRETE with acclaimed chef and Food Network star Christina XenosSATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2025SAINT SOPHIA CATHEDRAL HUFFINGTON CENTER1324 South Normandie Avenue, Los Angeles6 PM COCKTAILS AND APPETIZERS7:30 PM D...

Last chance! There are only a few seats left, and they're only available to buy online now. Please join us! Grand Awards...
04/24/2025

Last chance! There are only a few seats left, and they're only available to buy online now. Please join us! Grand Awards Raffle Tickets are also available online, and at the event. You don't need to be present to win. Visit our website at www.stsophiaphiloptochos.org/mothers-day-luncheon-tickets.

Join us for a Backpack Lunch on Sunday 7/28 after Liturgy! Let's help the students and teachers of the Magnolia Elementa...
07/20/2024

Join us for a Backpack Lunch on Sunday 7/28 after Liturgy! Let's help the students and teachers of the Magnolia Elementary School prepare for back-to-school. Your donation…school supplies or money…is the cost of admission. See more details with a list of the supplies needed, or make a donation, on our website event page, www.stsophiaphiloptochos.org/upcoming-events/magnolia-elementary-school-pandas. See you there!

Thanks to everyone who joined us for the 2024 Mother's Day Luncheon & Fashion Show! And congratulations again to 2024 Mo...
05/17/2024

Thanks to everyone who joined us for the 2024 Mother's Day Luncheon & Fashion Show! And congratulations again to 2024 Mother of the Year, Timi Loomos Freshman. We're grateful to our co-chairs, Dina Demetrius and Coni E. M. Gringeri, and the entire committee for their great work in making the event a tremendous success. Be sure to check out all the beautiful pictures that were taken by accessing the full gallery from the link on our website, www.stsophiaphiloptochos.org/gallery.

Have you bought tickets yet? Don't wait any longer...today is the LAST DAY to purchase reservations for the Mother's Day...
05/07/2024

Have you bought tickets yet? Don't wait any longer...today is the LAST DAY to purchase reservations for the Mother's Day Luncheon & Fashion Show honoring 2024 Mother of the Year, Timi Loomos Freshman, on Saturday, May 11. Purchase reservations online here, www.stsophiaphiloptochos.org/mothers-day-luncheon-2024. Join us to honor the women in our lives!

Saint Sophia Philoptochos Society invites you to the Mother’s Day Luncheon and Fashion Show, honoring 2023 Mother of the Year, Jeanine Dalis Klima. Join us on Saturday, May 13, 2023.

Christos Anesti! And the dough has been rising at the Pastry Booth at the St. Sophia Greek Easter Picnic, underway now a...
05/05/2024

Christos Anesti! And the dough has been rising at the Pastry Booth at the St. Sophia Greek Easter Picnic, underway now at Brookside Park at the Rose Bowl! Thanks to our amazing bakers and volunteers. Swing by to say hello and pick up some Koulourakia, Kourabiedes, Melomakarona, and so much more. The fun is just beginning!

Don't miss out on the BIG celebration honoring 2024 Mother of the Year, Timi Loomos Freshman, on Saturday, May 11. It's ...
05/02/2024

Don't miss out on the BIG celebration honoring 2024 Mother of the Year, Timi Loomos Freshman, on Saturday, May 11. It's not too late to purchase reservations and raffle tickets. This year's Grand Awards include cash prizes, hotel and vacation stays, fine dining, jewelry, and more! Learn more and make your purchases on our website, at www.stsophiaphiloptochos.org/mothers-day-luncheon-2024.

Saint Sophia Philoptochos Society invites you to the Mother’s Day Luncheon and Fashion Show, honoring 2023 Mother of the Year, Jeanine Dalis Klima. Join us on Saturday, May 13, 2023.

A big weekend for Marcelo! FrJohn Souza, ordained as "Father John" to the Holy Diaconate on Saturday and to the Priestho...
04/10/2024

A big weekend for Marcelo! FrJohn Souza, ordained as "Father John" to the Holy Diaconate on Saturday and to the Priesthood on Sunday, was joined in celebration by his wife, now Presbytera Jennifer, his son and other family and friends, IN ADDITION TO his Saint Sophia brothers and sisters in Christ.

During the luncheon following the Sunday Liturgy, our Philoptochos President, Virginia Noyes, presented our new Father with a generous monetary gift---to purchase his vestments and to use as he starts this new chapter in his life. Much gratitude and many blessings were felt by all.

Axios. Fr. John!

Calling all bakers, and lovers of Greek pastries ❤️...join the fun! The Saint Sophia Easter Picnic is coming up on Sunda...
03/22/2024

Calling all bakers, and lovers of Greek pastries ❤️...join the fun! The Saint Sophia Easter Picnic is coming up on Sunday, May 5. If you're interested in group baking, and/or volunteering for a shift at the World Famous Philoptochos Pastry Booth, please reach out! (Hint: this is also the BEST way to get your hands on the amazing pastries before they sell out 😉). Send us a message or call the office, https://www.stsophiaphiloptochos.org/contact.

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1324 Normandie Avenue
Los Angeles, CA
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