Our Parish Ministries

We welcome you to learn about and consider joining some of our parish ministries. There are many great ways to get involved.

Ladies Philoptochos Society

The Ladies Philoptochos Society is the duly accredited philanthropic society of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. Our chapter supports local, regional, and national charitable organizations in fulfillment of its mission to “help the poor, the destitute, the hungry, the aged, the sick, the unemployed, the orphaned, the imprisoned, the widowed, those with disabilities, and the victims of disasters."   Membership is open to women eighteen years and older. 

President: Nancy Lane DCLANE7@verizon.net
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Administrative Ministry

“All things should be done decently and in order.” St Paul

Parish Council Ministry:

The Parish Council is composed of faithful men and women who are dedicated Orthodox Christians and who sacrifice their time, talents, and resources for the Church. We represent the parish, as clergy and laity together, and seek to fulfill the mission ascribed to us by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. 
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President: Philip Eliopoulos philip@eliopouloslaw.com

Stewardship: 

Promoting and advancing the Christian way of life and more specifically the ministries of our Church by giving of time, talent and treasure with the goal of increasing our giving to the Church.  

Coordinator:  Chuck Nestor hawkcn@comcast.net 

Capital Campaign:

To raise funds needed to restore and preserve our beautiful church for generations to come. 

Coordinator: Philip Eliopoulos philip@eliopouloslaw.com 

Office Angels:

A ministry gathering to assist the church office administration with such tasks as copying and coordinating church mailings, 

Coordinator: Ellen Dobi ekdobi@verizon.net 

Communications Ministry: 

A successful parish relies on the timely and effective dissemination of information. Through our website, and social media channels (Facebook + Instagram), we strive to keep all parishioners engaged, informed, and inspired.  

Coordinator: Sandra Gulezian gulezians@gulezians.com 

Property Maintenance:

A ministry to review the ongoing needs of our church building, infrastructure and facilities and to develop maintenance plans needed here on.

Coordinator: Chuck Nestor hawkcn@comcast.net

Liturgical Ministry 

“Love God with all your heart, mind, body and soul.” Under the spiritual guidance of our priest this ministry supports the worship in our parish.

Clergy: FrGregory@transfigurationlowell.org

Altar Boys:

All boys grade 4 (10 yrs. old) and up are invited to serve as acolytes with Father Gregory Floor.  

Coordinator: FrGregory@transfigurationlowell.org

Chanters:

All men and women interested in learning the Byzantine chant of our church.   

Coordinator: Presbytera P. Vaporis pdv659@yahoo.com

Choir:

A multi-generational group of singers who sing praise to our Lord during Liturgical Services. All ages and skill levels are welcome! 

Coordinator: Stephanie Gulezian stephaniegulezian@gmail.com  

Candles:

Coordinating the ordering of candles and vigil lights used in our worship. 

Coordinator: Chris Tsaknopoulos Thortsak@aol.com                        

Prosforo:

Coordinating the baking of prosfora for our liturgical services

Coordinator: Cindy Rios cerios331@gmail.com

Flowers:

Coordinating the decorating of the icons and the church for the Christmas season, Paschal season, Panagia and Church’s Name Day.

Coordinator: Olivia Sintros osintros@comcast.net

Outreach Ministry

 “To show concern and generosity for the less fortunate, the infirmed, the hungry and the homeless of the world”.  Luke 12:48

Lowell Transitional Living Center (LTLC):

The Transfiguration parish family hosts dinner at the Lowell Transitional Living Center (LTLC) on the second Saturday of each month. The opportunity to serve dinner is open to all parishioners. Gather a group of 4 or 5 and sign up for your month on the poster in the lower lobby.

Coordinator: maib.carl@gmail.com

A Neighborhood Thanksgiving:

The church provides and volunteers deliver groceries for a Thanksgiving dinner to neighbors in Hancock Village. 

Coordinators: Chuck Nestor hawkcn@comcast.net & Kathy Nestor krnestor76@gmail.com

Rise Against Hunger:

An international hunger relief program that we as a church fund and volunteers package meals for people around the world. 

Coordinators: Chuck Nestor hawkcn@comcast.net  &  Kathy Nestor  krnestor76@gmail.com

International Christian Charities (IOCC):

An international agency offering emergency relief and development. The Sunday School has adopted this outreach project. 

Coordinator: Olivia Sintros osintros@comcast.net

Prayer Shawl:

A dedicated group of crocheters and knitters who handcraft shawls for those who are sick or in need, as well as making winter items for the needy. 

Coordinator: S. Gulezian stephaniegulezian@gmail.com

Family and Youth Ministry

“As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” Joshua24:15

“Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them; For the Kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” Matthew 19:14.

Family Fun Night:

Family Fun Nights are held on selected Friday nights during the year. All families are welcome to attend an evening of fellowship, fun and activities with Hope/Joy children in mind. 

Coordinator: Sarah Eliopoulos sarahhelio161@gmail.com 

Parish Family Retreat:

In September, an intergenerational Parish Retreat is held at St. Methodios Faith and Heritage Center. 

Coordinator: Fr Gregory Floor FrGregory@transfigurationlowell.org

Vacation Church Camp:

VCC is scheduled during a week in July. Youth grades PreK to grade 8 are welcome. On Friday campers and their family are invited to participate in a field trip to the St. Methodios Faith Heritage Center.  

Coordinator: Matt Blake   matthew_b_181@hotmail.com 

Lenten Retreat: 

Lenten Retreat is scheduled on one of the Saturday of Souls, as we prepare the children to enter Great and Holy Lent. Campers grade PreK to grade 6 are invited to attend. 

Coordinator: Olivia Sintros osintros@comcast.net 

Holy Friday Retreat:

A service retreat for families which begins after Royal Hours on Holy Friday morning until the Unnailing service at 3:00 pm. 

Coordinator: Presbytera C. Floor cfloor@me.com

GOYA:  

All our youth grades 7-12 are welcome to join GOYA. The focus of each GOYA event will include fellowship, worship, service and fun.

Coordinator: Presbytera C. Floor cfloor@me.com 

Young Adult Ministry:

A welcoming community where Orthodox Young Adults (ages 18-35) gather in fellowship to grow closer to God, form meaningful friendships, and find their place in the life of the Church. 

Coordinator: Stephanie Gulezian stephaniegulezian@gmail.com 

Orthodox Christian Fellowship (OCF):

Official college campus ministry of the Orthodox church.

Coordinator: Peter_costarakis@student.uml.edu

Basketball: 

Boys in grades 9-12 are welcome to play in the Metropolis of Boston GOYA league. Regular church attendance is a requirement to play.

Coordinator: FrGregory@transfigurationlowell.org

Religious Education Ministry

“Teach them to obey everything I have commanded you…” Matthew 28:20

Sunday School:

Classes are held every Sunday morning for children in grades Pre K-12. 

Coordinators: Connie Gkolias & Corrine Dubay   corrine.dubay@gmail.com

Little Lambs:

An opportunity for new parents of 40 day to three year olds to gather together on Sunday mornings during Sunday School classes.  

Coordinator: Ashley Longacre ashley.h.longacre@gmail.com 

Bible Study:

Fr. Gregory hosts weekly Bible Study every Wednesday (online), 10:00 am and 7:00 pm. All are welcome to attend whenever they are able.

Coordinator: FrGregory@transfigurationlowell.org

Book Store:

The Book Store offers Orthodox Christian books, icons, devotional and cultural items. 

 Coordinator: Joan Tsoukalas joantsoukalas@gmail.com

Fellowship Ministry

“Building community in Christ through hospitality, friendship and shared life.” Acts 2:42

Greeters:

To welcome the newest members or visitors to our Church on Sunday morning and distribute the Sunday bulletin. 

Coordinator: Kathy Nestor krnestor76@gmail.com 

Coffee Fellowship:

Hosted every Sunday morning following Divine Liturgy in the church hall. Opportunities to serve coffee or to sponsor are coordinated through this ministry. 

Coordinator: Clara Gkolias clarahelen@verizon.net

Other Fellowship events include:

Palm Sunday Luncheon, Transfiguration Feast Day Reception and Brunch, Back to Sunday School Cookout, Christmas Concert, Lenten Meals following PreSanctified Liturgies, and More….

Evangelism

 “Go forth and make disciples of all nations baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.” Its mission is making Orthodoxy known and understood in our broader Lowell community.

Open Doors Lowell:

Open Doors Lowell is scheduled in May through the Lowell Historic Park Service. The church is placed on a visitation schedule and is open to the public. 

Coordinator: Joan Tsoukalas joantsoukalas@gmail.com 

Inquirer’s Class:

A six week seminar offered twice per year to educate participants on the basic tenets of the Orthodox Christian Faith. 

Coordinator:  FrGregory@transfigurationlowell.org 

Grecian Festival:

Our parish’s largest event, held the weekend following Memorial Day, that both serves to promote and share our Orthodox faith and Greek culture. There are many opportunities to assist in the preparation of the festival as well as the weekend thereof.  

Coordinator Carl Maib maib.carl@gmail.com

 

WE NEED EVERYONE!