Ministry News

MBC Wish List

Thursday, May 22, 2025

We could not be more thankful for the ongoing support we receive from parishes, organizations, and individuals that see the work we do and recognize its importance. Our goal is to ensure that finances never pose a barrier for campers to attend MBC, and as a result, we rely on your stewardship to support our efforts. Continue Reading... »

Kosmos Project

Thursday, May 22, 2025

Explore this two week spiritual and cultural exchange for young adults ages 18-25. For two weeks, young adults from the Metropolis of Neapoli and Stavroupli in Thessaloniki will join us for an MBC experience, and a cultural opportunity to explore New England. When they return to Greece, it's our turn! Young adults from the Metropolis of Boston will travel to Northern Greece and have an opportunity to immerse themselves in its cultural and spiritual richness. Continue Reading... »

Greek Festivals in New England

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Check out our full schedule of Greek Festivals happening all through New England from May and September ! Continue Reading... »

Join us for MBC Summer Camp 2025

Friday, January 17, 2025

A classic, New England summer camp experience, in an Orthodox Christian community. MBC offers overnight summer camp programming for campers entering grades 3-12 (ages 8-18). Sessions are 6 days each (Monday - Sunday), and 5 separate sessions are offered each summer. See our Dates & Rates page for additional details. Continue Reading... »

Metropolis of Boston Philoptochos Board Hosts Luncheon to Launch New Cookbook, Around the Metropolis Table

Saturday, November 23, 2024

On the afternoon of November 23, 2024, the Metropolis of Boston Philoptochos Board hosted a luncheon to launch their new cookbook, Around the Metropolis Table, dedicated to Metropolitan Methodios on the occasion of the 40th anniversary of his enthronement. The luncheon was attended by over 190 faithful from throughout New England.  A lovely afternoon was organized at the Ithaki Restaurant in Peabody, MA. Everyone enjoyed a delicious luncheon prepared by Petros Markopoulos, chef/owner of the Ithaki. Continue Reading... »

Visitors are Very Important to the Philoxenia House Ministry

Wednesday, March 06, 2024

Parish Priests and Philoptochos ladies visit Philoxenia House, offering unconditional love Continue Reading... »

Η Βοστώνη γιόρτασε με δόξα και τιμή τα Ελληνικά Γράμματα και την Ελληνική Γλώσσα

Tuesday, February 13, 2024

ΒΟΣΤΩΝΗ. Με δόξα και τιμή, με ποιήματα, τραγούδια και χορούς, ομιλίες και μηνύματα γιορτάστηκαν τα Ελληνικά Γράμματα και η Ελληνική Γλώσσα στη Βοστώνη την Κυριακή 11 Φεβρουαρίου, στο κοινοτικό Κέντρο του Καθεδρικού Ναού της Βοστώνης στο Μπρούκλαϊν. Η γιορτή είχε αρχικά οριστεί να γίνει την Κυριακή 28 Ιανουαρίου, αλλά αναβλήθηκε λόγω δυσμενών καιρικών συνθηκών χιονόπτωσης και παγωμένης βροχής. Continue Reading... »

Operation Housewarming: December Update

Monday, December 12, 2022

Christmas gifts for the VA Continue Reading... »

Operation Housewarming: November Update

Sunday, November 06, 2022

Sunday, November 6th St Athanasius, in Arlington honored veterans in their community and held a collection of bedding and linens donated from our parishioners. Two local representatives from the HUD NASH Program from the Bedford VA were in attendance and were happy to take the items for distribution. Continue Reading... »

Operation Housewarming: June Update

Friday, June 17, 2022

In response to the Memorial Day and Independence Day appeals, on Tuesday, June 27, 2022, the Veterans Administration loaded two trucks full of donations from the generosity of the Metropolis Philoptochos Chapters and Parishes for Veterans who are transitioning to permanent, independent living. The need is extremely great, but the support is unwavering. Continue Reading... »

Veterans Kitchen

Sunday, March 14, 2021

A very generous donation of $10,000 given to Operation Housewarming by George Safiol. The Chairs of Operation Housewarming and the President of the Philoptochos Board met with members of the VA Health Care System to identify their needs and where the funds would best be utilized. The $10,000 will be used to benefit our homeless veteran population residing in a Transitional Residential Program at three locations: Crescent House in Lowell MA, Domiciliary in Bedford MA, and the Transitional House in Boston MA. The funds will be used for renovations to the kitchen spaces including new appliances and furnishings. Continue Reading... »

Philoxenia Updates 2021

Monday, March 08, 2021

March 2021- Philoxenia House We want to share great news about The Philoxenia House. Under the guidance of His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios, renovations took place during the months of January and February 2021. Major improvements consisted of new electrical work, painting, updated personal bathrooms and the purchase of new blinds throughout the house. The kitchen has a newly installed sink, faucet, and hood vent. All eleven bedrooms have received new linens, towels, and decor pieces. Continue Reading... »

Operation Housewarming: Generous Donation

Friday, January 01, 2021

A very generous donation of $10,000 given to Operation Housewarming by George Safiol. The Chairs of Operation Housewarming and the President of the Philoptochos Board met with members of the VA Health Care System to identify their needs and where the funds would best be utilized. Continue Reading... »

St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church Ladies Philoptochos in Boston, MA launches “Blessing Bag Donation Drive”

Saturday, October 24, 2020

Saint John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church Ladies Philoptochos in Boston, Ma. has launched the “Blessing Bag Donation Drive” as an ongoing outreach ministry. Continue Reading... »