Hellenic Community of Calgary

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Important Dates

Church Services 
May 3rd
Sunday of the Paralytic
May 6th
Mid – Pentecost

 

Community Events
May 3rd
AGM – Second Call
May 3rd
ARK Seniors Social
May 4th
Hellenic Seniors AGM
May 6-10th
HHF Interviews
May 7th
Playgroup
May 10th
Mothers Day Lunch
May 14-18th
Consul General Visit
May 16th
Niata – Greek Night
May 23rd
Ahepa Family Bouzoukia
June 20th
Greek Festival
August 17, 19, 21
St. Demetrios Day Camp

 

Community Memberships
Renew your membership for 2026 by clicking here or by calling the Admin Office at (403) 246-4553 ex 3.

*Parents with young adults over the age of 18 in their family, please be advised they are no longer members under the family plan and require either single or student memberships.

Announcements

Pastoral Meetings & Announcement

  • Important message regarding CHANTERS for our Church
  • To help better serve our large community, please provide advance notice for confessions and pastoral meetings. To schedule with Father, call (403) 246-4553 ext 2 or send an email to Fr.ThomasSandberg@icloud.com. 
  • Allow 10-14 business days for paperwork requiring Father’s signature.
  • Sunday announcements are to be submitted to Fr. Thomas by email at Fr.ThomasSandberg@icloud.com by Thursday 5PM for inclusion the following Sunday. If possible, provide announcements in both English and Greek.

 





Philoptochos
Philoptohos invites you to a complimentary hot Luncheon and mimosas for Mother’s Day’s celebration on May10th after the Divine Liturgy.



Niata
Save the date for Niata’s Greek Night! It’s always a great party and we’re celebrating on May 16, 2026! More details coming soon.


Opa! Get Ready for the Greek Glendi!
The AHEPA Family in Calgary is hosting a night you won’t want to miss. We’re bringing in DJ Dimitri Pantazis all the way from Vancouver to keep the dance floor moving! Best of all? Every ticket helps support the Hellenic Greek School. ✨

 Where: Grey Eagle Resort & Casino  When: May 23rd, 2026 | 6:00 PM ️ Tickets ($95): Click Here


Ahepa & Daughters of Penelope Scholarships
Calling all university students! Please visit www.dopcalgary.com/scholarships to view and apply for the different scholarships available. 


Greek Festival 

We are thrilled to announce the return of The Calgary Greek Festival on Saturday, June 20, 2026. Funds raised by this raffle support the Hellenic Society of Calgary and District which is the hub for all our cultural programs including but not limited to Greek School and Greek Dance. The winner will be contacted to claim their prize June 21st 2026.We need everyone’s support to make this successful, so please share with your family and friends. Thank you for your ongoing support!


St. Demetrios Day Camp
Calling all Orthodox kids! Father Thomas is hosting another 3 fun filled days on August 17, 19 & 21
Click here to register today! If you would like to volunteer, please contact youth@calgaryhellenic.com.



New Book! Co-authored by Michalis Andronikou and Katrina Estok.
“The result is a collection of twenty piano dances from around the world that I composed, accompanied by composition and improvisation suggestions, as well as pedagogical guidance designed to support university students—or anyone interested in learning the basics of piano, composition, and improvisation—while “traveling” through the diverse cultures that inspired these pieces.”

Please feel free to share the following link with anyone that might be interested:
https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/mono/10.4324/9781003732198/







Met Youth National Assembly
Taking place in Ottawa this summer, from July 3-5! This is open to all youth aged 16-30. For more information, click the poster below!


Summer Camps in Greece
Click here to view a list of all summer camps happening across Greece this summer! Deadline is May 10th. Interested individuals are asked to contact vancouver@mfa.gr.


Parking Reminder for Community Members
Due to limited street parking in the area, community members are welcome to park in the Spruce Cliff Shopping Centre parking lot. Please take advantage of this space when visiting, attending events, or participating in community activities. Thank you for helping keep our streets safe and accessible!


Attention Business Owners
Click here to view our member business listing, which is free of charge. To add your information to the directory, contact the office at admin@calgaryhellenic.com.

Information for Funeral Services
For information regarding funerals and memorial services click here
Please contact Fr. Thomas at (403) 246-4553 ext 2 or at Fr.ThomasSandberg@icloud.com.

Information for a Sacrament
Planning a wedding? Click here! Contact Fr. Thomas at least 6 months in advance.
Planning a baptism? Click here! Contact Fr. Thomas at least 3 months in advance.  

Official Document Translations
Contact the Interpretation & Translation Services of the Calgary 
Catholic Immigration Society.
Phone: (403) 514-8335
Website: www.ccisinterpretation.ca