Parish Assembly

Parishioners of the Annunciation gathered in the Cathedral’s Korinthias Hall on February 4, following the Divine Liturgy. After opening prayer and the election of an Assembly chair, the Assembly approved the minutes of the March 26, 2017 Parish Assembly and heard an extensive treasurer’s report, including a review of the 2018 budget and the appeal to those who’ve made pledges to the Building Fund to make good on their pledges. A report was given on the progress of the Cathedral’s rebuilding program, noting we are within weeks of completing phase one, which consists of the exterior, and also the below grade parking. Phase two, that is, completion of the interior will begin once our funding plan is in place and a contractor for this work is selected. Meanwhile, Kathy Dermitzakis, Irene Poulakidas and Tony Ambus were elected to the Nominating Committee/Board of Elections. This group will place in nomination those who will run for Parish Council for 2019-2020 and will oversee the elections. Paul Sogotis was elected to represent the Cathedral, along with Father Stephen, at the Archdiocese Clergy Laity, which will take place in Boston in July. An overview of the work of Philoptochos was offered, including the group’s work with IOCC, cooking for the homeless, the Angel Tree project, the luncheon honoring Pat Aleck, the March 3rd crab feed, as well as plans to hold a luncheon on March 25th (Feast of the Annunciation and also Greek Independence Day), in tandem with the Parish Council. The Assembly represents the work of a dynamic inner city parish, poised to grow in membership and in ministries, as it rebuilds its church to the glory of God.