Episode 07 - Philanthropy: Is it more blessed to give than to receive?

Program Information

Episode Summary

The Christmas season is upon us, and iEcclesia is celebrating with two holiday specials! In our first show, new host Patricia Rakopoulos speaks with our panel about a topic that usually comes up during the Christmas season: Philanthropy. In the Gospels, we hear of Christ’s love for humanity with His miracles, His preaching and His forgiving humanity of their sins. As we are called to emulate His love, philanthropy is more than just donating loose change; rather, it’s about being like Christ and making a difference in the world He created.

Guest Information

(L-R) Patricia Rakopoulos (host) and guests Presvytera Kyriaki Kouloulias  and Fotini Sgouros-Psoras

Presbytera Kyriaki Kouloulias

Presbytera, St. Katherine Greek Orthodox Community (St. Catherine’s, Ontario)

Former Member, Metropolis Philoptochos Board

Former Member, Metropolis Youth Board

Fotini Sgouros-Psoras

Member, Metropolis Philoptochos Board

Parishioner, St. Panteleimon Greek Orthodox Community (Markham, Ontario)

Patricia Rakopoulos, Host

Treasurer, Metropolis Youth Board

Youth Director, Annunciation of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Cathedral (Toronto, Ontario)

Currently studying at the University of Toronto – Major in Biochemistry and Botany (minor in Christianity and Culture)

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