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

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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.  

Greek School Registration Is Now Open — The Georgia Pappas Hellenic Cultural School at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 2187 W. 14th Street, Cleveland, OH. Phone: 216-861-0116, Fax: 216-861-3944, www.annunciationcleveland.net, Evangelia Koukouras, Email: evakoukouras@gmail.com   

CALENDAR 2025- 2026 Greek School Academic Year (In Person & Online Cohorts) Sept. 10, 2025- May 17th, 2026 History & Geography classes (eligible students Level 5-Adult) (Great for Greek School graduates- class is conducted in Greek) Teenagers and Adult Classes Beginners-Intermediate-Advanced Tutoring or Private Classes Contact the Director for more information Contact Greek School Director directly for link to be emailed to you
We offer students:
· Comprehensive Greek Language and Cultural Studies using the Papaloizos Curriculum
· Pres-K and Pre-K levels
· In-person Greek School on Monday and Wednesday evenings
· Online Greek School on Friday evenings (Levels 1-6 only)
· Mythology, Hymnology, & Religion integrated into 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th grade curriculum
· Literature integrated into kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade curriculum
· Adult Language Courses
· Regents Exam Preparation
· Additional History and Geography courses
· School-sponsored cultural and holiday programs
· Dedicated instructors fluent in Greek

Once a week from 5:30 to 7:30 PM:
- Pre-S (Age 4 on Wednesdays & Age 5 on Mondays) optional, 2 years, Monday/Wednesday 5:30-7:30 PM
- Pre-K (Age 6): Must be age 6 by Sept. 30
- Kindergarten: Must be age 7 by Sept. 30, Monday/Wednesday 5:30-7:30 PM
- 1st & 2nd grade levels
- 3rd & 4th grade levels
- 5th & 6th grade levels
Online Greek School programs: Contact Greek School Director for days and hours.

Upcoming Services and Events:

Monday, September 8, 2025, The Nativity of Our Most Holy Theotokos  Orthros 8:30 a.m.  Divine Liturgy 9:30 a.m.           

September 9, 2025, Divine Liturgy in the St. Mary of Egypt Chapel, 9:30 a.m.

Greek School Lessons begin- Wednesday, September 10th, 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. Agiasmos with Fr. Dean

Blessing of the Animals Service Saturday, September 13th at Noon Location:  In the front area of the church Bring your Pets to church for a blessing

YOUTH SUNDAY-Blessing of the Backpacks and  Agiasmos Sunday, September 14, All School, Sunday School, Greek School, College Students, teachers, professors, and staff are invited to bring your backpacks, school bags, & briefcases to be blessed after the Divine Liturgy.   

St. Sophia, Faith & Hope Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 8:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy 9:30 a.m.   Ministry Leader Meeting at 6:00 p.m.

Altar Boy Seminar Saturday, September 20, 2025,  at 11:00 a.m. Fr. Dean will take all the altar boys to Swings & Things following the Seminar. More details to follow...

Tremont Arts & Cultural Festival Saturday, September 20 noon till 7pm & Sunday, September 21 noon till 5pm our Ladies of Philoptochos will be selling baked goods at Lincoln Park & W. 14th If you would like to help the Philoptochos, please contact Metaxia Skantzos 

Events Elsewhere:

Greek Night Sun., Sept. 7, 5-10 p.m. at 48th Street Tavern. 4129 E. 49th St., Newburgh Heights. Live music by Karizma Band and  Nikolas Charinos.

The Eastern Orthodox Women’s Guild will convene on Saturday, September 13, at 10 a.m. at Holy  Trinity Orthodox Church, 6822 Broadview Rd., Parma.  Participants will assemble          International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC) children’s school kits and receive information regarding initiatives for the upcoming ecclesiastical year. Attendees who bring a guest will receive a complimentary gift.

Chios Picnic Sat., Sept. 13 at St. Sava Picnic Pavilion, 2151 W. Wallings Rd., Broadview Heights. $10/adult; $5/child ages 6-10; free under 5, at the door. Last names     A-L bring a side dish; M-Z bring a dessert. Fundraiser to benefit firefighters in Chios and forest fire relief efforts.

The St. Kyranna Cooking Class will be held on Saturday, September 13 at Sts. Constantine & Helen Cathedral, 3352 Mayfield Rd., Cleveland Heights. Young adults aged 21 and older are  invited to attend Vespers at 5 p.m., followed by a cooking class.  Participants are encouraged to bring a preferred bottle of wine or a board game.

The Pontian Panoir event will take place on Saturday, September 20,  beginning at 5 p.m. at St. Sava  Picnic Grove, 2506 W. Ridgewood Dr,             Parma. The program includes dancing to live music performed by Dimitri Stefanidis and Sokratis Togridis.  Admission is $20, with complimentary entry for children under 12. Greek cuisine and beverages will be available for purchase. For ticket information, contact Manoli Ermidis at 216-323-4092.

Hellenic Dance  Saturday, Sept. 27th 7 pm—12 am at the Sterea Hellas hall in Olmsted Falls.  Music by Karizma   Donation $20 per person Children under 13 years old FREE Cash Bar Mezethakia for tickets call George Mastrokostas 440.390.8142 or Zoe Mavrakis 330.425.9623

St. Paul Ladies Philoptochos Craft Fair Sat., Oct. 11th 9am-4pm Cash Entry $2  at St. Paul N. Royalton over 70 unique vendors and artisans!  Greek Food and Pastries!  Proceeds to benefit St. Paul's Philoptochos Charities

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

September 20, 2025, GREEK PONTIAN GLENDI/PANOIR at 5:00 p.m. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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