Senior Youth
Our Senior Youth Group caters for 16 to 25 year olds in the community. We gather for Fellowship each Sunday evening in the Church building commencing at 7pm in wchich a talk and discussion is held on aspects of faith, culture, and life in general. Afterwards our youth usually gather together at one of the nearby cafes for fellowship amongst each other. Throughout the year a number of major social events are held such as car rallies and sports competitions.
For more information contact John Bertsos on 0417 714 381.
Junior Youth
The Junior Youth Group is for children between the ages of 10 and 15 years of age and meets fortnightly from 7.00pm on Friday evenings during the school year. The children enjoy social activities like Trivia and Movie nights; Educational activities such as Art and Craft lessons; as well as discussions on "living" their religious faith. The Junior Youth Group is coordinated by volunteer parents of our Church and Parish community. All children are invited to come and join us in a fun filled environment where they can "learn to play" with one another in the spirit of fellowship.
For more information contact one of the coordinators: Seva Pippos (33248291), Lillian Xidas (33954895) or Effie Karanasios (33248098)
Sunday School
Our Sunday School operates on all Sundays throughout the year
(except between Christmas and the beginning of the new School year).
Children attend Sunday School in the Greek School building adjacent to
the Church after they have received Holy Communion. Our children have
the opportunity here to learn about God and His Church by teachers who
make learning fun. Games, prizes, and storytelling make up a large part of the lessons.
For more information contact: Maria Toumbas on 3272 4363
R.E.
Our Religious Education (R.E.) classes currently operate in 5 schools in the Parish (Belmont Primary, Macgregor Primary, Mansfield Primary, Mansfield High, and Warrigal Road Primary). Classes operate in one half-hour intervals (according to State legislation) on varying days of the week and children learn about their Orthodox faith and heritage according to a set curriculum with workbooks provided.
For more information contact: Nick Brown on 3343 7304 or 0403 658 420.
YOUTH ORCHESTRA AND MUSIC SCHOOL
The Greek Orthodox Youth Orchestra of Brisbane rehearses every Friday afternoon from 5.30 to 6.30pm. The music school provides lessons for both children and adults from 4pm to 6pm on Friday afternoons and from 6pm on Wednesday evenings. Our children are learning to develop the unique musical culture of their Greek and Australian heritage, and they perform for the community on special occasions throughout the year. The Music program and Orchestra operates under the umbrella of the Junior Youth group, and engages the services of professional music teachers. We invite all children and youth that want to "bring music to life" to come along and join us!
PLAYGROUP
Our playgroup caters for all toddlers prior to Preschool age. The youngest members of our Parish come together in the hall every Tuesday morning from 10am for fun, games, storytelling, and crafts. Playgroup is facilitated by a team of dedicated mothers and grandmothers in the Parish who take time out to ensure that fun is had by all in a safe environment and in the spirit of fellowship.
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