St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church
721 Rahway Avenue, Union, New Jersey 07083
Tel: (908) 964-7957 / Fax: (908) 964-6875
E-mail: GrStDemetriosUnion@hotmail.com
V. Rev. Archimandrite Evgenios Tsaramanidis
ΠανοσιολογιÏŽτατος Αρχιμανδρίτης ΕυγÎνιος Τσαραμανίδης
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Saints & Feasts
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​​CLICK HERE for the Online Chapel
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CLICK HERE to view pictures
from previous events!
CLICK HERE to view pictures of
2025 Philoptochos
Oath Taking Ceremony
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CLICK HERE to view pictures of
Pentecost Sunday &
Sunday School Graduation
CLICK HERE to view pictures of Metropolitan Apostolos visit 6-1-25
CLICK HERE for a
slideshow presentation
CLICK HERE to view pictures of
2025 Clergy-Laity Conference
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CLICK HERE to view a pictures of 2025 Greek School Graduation
UPDATED!
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Church Membership for 2025
Let’s Grow Together!
As we move forward into the year, we warmly encourage every household to renew their St. Demetrios Church membership for 2025. Your membership is not just a formality—it is a powerful expression of faith, unity, and commitment to the life of our parish.
By renewing or becoming a member, you are directly supporting our liturgical services, ministries, youth programs, and outreach efforts. Every pledge makes a difference. Together, we can continue to build a vibrant, welcoming, and spiritually enriching community for all.
Not yet a member? We invite you to join us!
Please contact the church office today for more
information on how to renew or become a new member.
CLICK HERE to print the membership form.
CLICK HERE to download the Spring/Summer 2025 Religious Education Newsletter
Donate to Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church
Help support Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church by donating or sharing with your friends.
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Save the Date & Spread the Word!
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Our beloved Greek Festival will be held the weekend after Labor Day. This is our parish’s largest event of the year, where we celebrate our faith, culture, food, and fellowship. We look forward to celebrating with you!
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
CLICK HERE to Sign-Up!
⧫ Festival Baking:
Koulourakia, Tuesday August 19th
Kourambiedes, Thursday August 21st
With only 25 days left until the Greek Festival, we ask all parents and ministry participants to commit to a minimum of a 4-hour shift. This new requirement helps ensure the success of the Festival, which is crucial for supporting our Church’s ministries.
Volunteer roles include food service, food runners, admissions, bar, setup/cleanup, and more. A sign-up link will be sent soon.
Your support is essential to making this event a success and sustaining our parish’s growth. Thank you for your commitment!
UPCOMING CHURCH SERVICES:
Sunday, August 10:
9th Sunday of Matthew
Orthros & Divine Liturgy - 9:00am
CLICK HERE for the Sunday Bulletin
Monday, August 11:
Paraklesis to the Theotokos - 6:30pm
Tuesday, August 12:
Paraklesis to the Theotokos - 6:30pm
Wednesday, August 13:
Paraklesis to the Theotokos - 6:30pm
Friday, August 15:
The Dormition of our Most Holy Lady the Theotokos and Ever Virgin Mary
Orthros & Divine Liturgy - 9:00am
Sunday, August 17:
10th Sunday of Matthew
Orthros & Divine Liturgy - 9:00am
Parish Activities:
⧫ Monthly Parish Council Meeting 2nd Sunday of every month, after Divine Liturgy. If you have any questions or concerns regarding our community, please contact the Parish Council President.
⧫ Greek Dance Lessons every Sunday starting in September. For more information, please contact Angelo Gergatsoulis:
(201) 893-5720.
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Festival
⧫ Greek Festival, September 4-7, 2025! Making our Festival a huge success strengthens our parish!
⧫ Festival Baking:
Koulourakia, Tuesday August 19th
Kourambiedes, Thursday August 21st
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Philoptochos News:
⧫ Monthly Philoptochos Meeting, every first Sunday of the month.
Greek School News:
⧫ Our school is now accepting regular registrations for the 2025–2026 school year. The pre-registration period has ended, and regular registration will remain open until Sunday, September 14. Agiasmos will take place on Sunday, September 7, and classes will officially begin on Wednesday, September 17. Registration forms are available on the table outside the church office and on our church’s website. We look forward to welcoming all our students back for another enriching and joyful school year!
⧫ Our school is looking for qualified Greek school teachers for the 2025-2026 school year. If you are interested, please call the office at 908-964-7957.
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Greek School P.T.O. News
⧫ Congratulations to all the Graduates! Thank you to our wonderful teachers for their love and dedication to our children! Thank you to the parents for their help and contributions throughout the year! We look forward to another successful year in September! Enjoy your Summer!
Sunday School News:
⧫ Registration forms the can be found on the table by the office. CLICK HERE for the Sunday School Registration Form. For information, questions, or concerns, please contact our parish liaison, Mrs. Irene Melachrinos.
GOYA News:
⧫ New members welcome! Registration forms can be found on the table by the office. For information, please email stdemetriosgoya.nj@gmail.com or see any of our advisors: Maria Caldara, Maria Frangos, Stephanie Nikitiadis, Irene Papasavvas or Angelo Vrohidis.
REGISTRATION FORMS
CLICK HERE to download the
2025-2026Greek School Registration Form.
CLICK HERE to download the
Greek School Health Information Form.
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CLICK HERE to download the 2025-2026
Religious Education Registration Form.
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CLICK HERE to download the
2025-2026 PTO Registration Form.
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CLICK HERE to download the
2025-2026 G.O.Y.A. Registration Form,
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CLICK HERE to download the
2025-2026 G.O.Y.A. Registration Renewal Form
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CLICK HERE to download the
2025-2026 G.O.Y.A. Dress Code Rules
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CLICK HERE to download the
2025-2026 Child with Serious Allergy Form
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CLICK HERE to download the
2025-2026 H.O.P.E. / J.O.Y. Registration Form,
Support Our Church
Donate to Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church
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