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SKEPSOUDelta District #16 Newsletter

AHEPA, Daughters of Penelope, Sons of Pericles and Maids of Athena Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma and Kansas City, Missouri

E-mail: Skepsou_Dist16@yahoo.com

SEPTEMBER 2015

Congratulations to ourNew District Governors

At the Distr ict Convention in Shreveport this past June Distr ict Governors elected to lead our Distr ict for the coming year are:

Order of AHEPA - Demetrios (J im) MourtakosDaughters of Penelope - J ohanna Pappas

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DISTRICT GOVERNOR

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ORDER OF AHEPA - Demetrios (Jim) Mourtakos AHEPA Family,On behalf of the Lodge I would like to extend oursincere appreciation to AHEPA Shreveport Chapter #8and DOP Ajax Chapter #211 for organizing and hostinga wonderful 84th District Convention. The Lodge alsoextends our sincere appreciation to now Past DistrictGovernor J ohn Boyd for his volunteer service andleadership.

Please let me begin by saying that I am deeply humbledand honored by my AHEPA Brother's nomination andelection to serve as Delta District 16 District Governorduring J une's District Convention. My home Chapteris the Hellenic Spirit of Clear Lake Chapter #518located on the Southeast side of Houston.

Volunteering in this wonderful organization would not be possible without the support andencouragement of my lovely wife Sylvia, now newly initiated into the newly formed Clear LakeDOP Chapter. The rewards of volunteering are that my son's Elias & Mario learn the valuesthat the organization of AHEPA brings. The dedication to volunteer for AHEPA comes fromthe strong values and sacrifice that my mother Evanglelia (Nafpakots) and father Elias (Mani)taught by example. I believe we all share these values that is why we all choose to volunteerand serve. I have the privilege of serving on Lodge this year with: District Lt. Governor, Kerry Tassopoulos, Chapter #20 Dallas, District Treasurer, Nicholas Lambron, Chapter #29, Houston, District Secretary, Paul Fafoutakis, Chapter #311, San Antonio, District Advisor, J ohn Boyd, Chapter #20, Dallas, District Warden, George Psilos, Chapter #133, New Orleans, District Scholarship Chairman, Kim Nikolis, Chapter #20, Dallas, All contact info can be found on website: www.ahepad16.org I look forward to working with the District Lodge and serving the AHEPA and DOP Chaptersso we may increase the visibility of this wonderful organization and have a very successful andexciting year for our District 16. Special thanks to DOP District Governor J ohanna Pappas for

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leading the efforts to get the Clear Lake DOP Chapter initiated. Fraternally, Demetrios (J im) MourtakosDistrict GovernorAHEPA Delta District 16

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DISTRICT GOVERNORDaughters of Penelope - Johanna Pappas

Hello Brothers and Sisters of District 16I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself to thebrothers and sisters of District 16, my name is Johanna Pappas(West Houston), DOP District Governor. The District LodgeOfficers for this coming year are: Lt. Governor/Marshall GretchenHoltsinger (Houston), District Treasurer Betty Boyd (Dallas),District Secretary Effie Mitsopoulos (Kansas City) District AdvisorDOP/MOA is Barbara Maligas (Houston). We all look forward toan awesome & fruitful year.

District 16 brings to our sisterhood a group of dedicated sisters witha rich legacy of wisdom, vision and talent. We will work diligentlyto uphold the ideals of our organization and improve and increasethe growth and strength of our district. I look forward to workingwith and serving the sisters in District 16 and of course the brothersof AHEPA. I look forward to working with and serving the sistersin District 16 and of course the brothers of AHEPA.

Yours in Theta Pi, J ohanna Pappas

DOP District Governor

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DISTRICT PENELOPE OF THE YEARCongratulations to 2015

District Penelope of the Year, Connie Tiliakos,

from New Orleans, Nestor Chapter. Connie has been a 43 year member

of the Daughters, a retired teacher and school principal,

who has been active in the Church and

Church Choir for over 50 years.

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DISTRICT AHEPAN OF THE YEARCongratulations to 2015 District AHEPAN ofthe Year, John Fotopoulos from San

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Antonio AHEPA Chapter 311.

John is a longtime member of AHEPA whowas presented his Plaque at the SanAntonio Scholarship Luncheon.

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HOUSTON DAUGHTERS OF PENELOPE

News Blast Summer fun began as Delegates Har lene Cor lett, Gr etchen Holtsinger and Paulette Pastor , with PGG Bar bar aMaligas and PGP Mar y Ver ges headed to the Distr ict Convention in Shr evepor t, LA on J une 20th. Congr atulations to Sister Gr etchen Holtsinger , our new Lt. Gover nor /Mar shal and kudos to ConventionChair per son Mar y Katsafanas for r eceiving the well-deser ved pr aise by Gr and Vice Pr esident Connie Pillalis, whosaid it was a pr ivilegeto see Sister Mar y wor k with gr ace, finesse, and without the use of the gavel.

No sense unpacking our bags as PGG Barbara, Sisters Harlene and Paulette also served as Delegates to the SupremeConvention in San Francisco. The delegates are still trying to loose the added pounds gained by the koulourakiaprovided daily to delegates by the host Eos Chapter Sisters. (Maybe that is why the winner of the koulourakiacontest was from San Francisco). While Delta District #16 had a small representation, it was a strong contingencyincluding Past Grand Presidents; Becky Demeris and Mary Verges (Achaia), and Barbara Stavis Wolf (Nestor), and 4sisters from Terpsichore. A great bond developed between the sisters along with fond memories and greatfriendships. PGG Barbara chaired the Legislative Committee which had a multitude of new legislation to consider,some which lead to lengthy debates that resulted in the committee having to reconvene the next morning to completeits work. With PGG Barbara's guidance, the legislation presented to the delegates for vote on the convention floorwent smoothly and quickly. A little bit of our Hear ts wer e left in San Fr ancisco when we headed home. What a better way for Achaia to end the month of July than by awarding our $1,000 Daughters of Penelope AchaiaScholarship to Arianna Checkles* at the AHEPA 29 Educational Foundation Scholarship Dinner on July 30th. Arianna is a 4th year chemical engineering student at the University of Texas, at Austin. She is the granddaughterof Dr. Nick and Terri Checkles who are both active members of the AHEPA family.

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"Down by the Sea" is the theme for the Founders DayCelebration and Style Show Luncheon on Saturday,November 7th at the Junior League of Houston. Fashions will be by Soft Surroundings. Main Raffle prizeis a four-day Carnival Cruise for two to Cozumel. Therewill also be 3 cash prizes and a silent auction. We willhonor our 50-year member - Sister Martha Stefanidakis. Luncheon tickets are $50 and Raffle tickets are $2 each. For reservations please contact Delores at (713) 861-5262and for raffle tickets contact Cathy at (281) 224-3976.

A j oint event is being planned between Achaia and our sister s fr om Aur a for Febr uar y 20th. *************************************************************

HOUSTON AHEPA - Alexander the Great ChapterHouston AHEPA #29 Raises $8,200 for St. Nicholas Shrine in NYC

August 6, 2015 - a night to remember! The Brothers of AHEPA 29 gathered at the home of CHapterPresident, Doug Harr is and his bride Nancy Albritton, to raise over $8,200 for the St. Nicholas Shrine atGround Zero, NYC. The First Annual AHEPA 29 Whisk(e)y and Cigar Night was, by all measures, a tremendous success. Members and guests filled the Harris loft that offered a spectacular evening view of downtown Houston. Greg Doxakis-William Grant & Sons Distillers provided top shelf spirits for tasting, Mark Love-SeriousCigars supplied the smoothest cigars in Houston, and Ted Mousoudakis-Theo's Restaurant supplied tastyGreek hors d'oeuvres. We were honored to have local clergy bless and be an integral part of the evening: Father Stelios Sitaras, Assumption of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church, Galveston,Father Luke Palumbis, St. Basil's GOC, and Father James Shadid of St. George's Antiochian OrthodoxChurch. AHEPANs and guests were treated to a delicious assortment of hors d'oeuvres, premium whiskies andcigars. Besides these extraordinary delicacies, the brotherhood and fellowship shared truly embraced thereason why we were together. Lifelong friendships were renewed and the younger men were introduced tothe real meaning of Christian brotherhood. Our focus was theSt . Nicholas Shr ine that was destroyed during the 9/11 attack. Chr is Pappas explained the process ofreclaiming the land and planning for this phenomenal new cathedral. Fr. Luke Palumbris eloquentlydescribed the impact this new Orthodox Christian Shrine will have on the million visitors each month. Onthat hot August night, the results were outstanding for this memorable event.

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Brother Harris' auctioneering ability was a surprise to many, but he managed to raise over $2000 in thelive auction. Thank you to all who purchased the many treasures that were donated to help in the rebuildingof this Orthodox Christian Shrine. Total raised for the evenint - $8,200!!!! As Br. Spartalis said: "Justwait until next year."*************************************************************

LEADERSHIP CONFERENCESaturday, November 14

All members of DISTRICT #16 are invited to attend the NOVEMBER 14, 2015 -SOUTHEASTERN AHEPA FAMILY LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE. This will be eninformation and enjoyable weekend of activities in ATLANTA, where the leadership of the AHEPAFamily will present and discuss issues facing our organizations and ways to help us progress ot a morevibrant future.

AHEPA FAMILY SOUTHEAST LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE

ATLANTA, GASATURDAY NOVEMBER 14, 2015

LEADERSHIPLeadership Development - Inspiration - Making a Difference - Success What is the future of the AHEPA Family? Receive information on Leadership Qualities that benefit

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Members & Chapters. Bring your questions, ideas and suggestions and participate in the discussion.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2015 6 PM to 8 PM MEET THE SUPREME & GRAND PRESIDENTS

John Galanis and Connie Pillalis At ATHENS PIZZA HOUSE, 1341 CLAIRMONT ROAD, ATLANTA SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2015 8:00 am REGISTRATION & COFFEE SERVICE 9:00 am LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE 12:30 pm LUNCH 1:30 pm AWARDS 2:15 pm ADJOURN 7:00 pm ARCHANGEL MICHAEL HONORS BANQUET (Optional) OR DINNER AT A LOCAL RESTAURANTSUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2015 9:30 am ARCHIERATICAL DIVINE LITURGY OFFERED BY HIS EMINENCE ALEXIOS I, METROPOLITAN OF ATLANTA - Fellowship will follow the Liturgy HOTEL MARRIOTT CENTURY CENTER (404-325-0000) Rooms at $89.00 per night plus tax Ask for Archangel Michael Special Rate

AHEPA FAMILY - Entire AHEPA FAMILY throughout our domain invitedSOUTHWEST REGIONAL LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE-ATLANTA

PRESENTERSJOHN GALANIS, Supreme President CONSUL GENERAL of GreeceCONNIE PILLALIS, Grand President WILLIAM WOLF, Marathon ParticipantNICK KARACOSTAS, Board of TrusteesIKE GOULAS, Past Supreme PresidentCHARLIE BURLAND, President Ch #1

CARL HOLLISTER, Supreme Treasurer SANDY PAPADOPOILOS, PSP Sons of PericlesDEMETRI KIRKILES, Regional Governor ART POLY, AHEPA Housing ManagementPETE NASSOS, District 1 Governor GREGORY VOURLOUMAS BURLAND, Sons Chapter President, Atlanta

Plan now to attend and meet the AHEPA Leadership. Learn to make your meetings moreinteresting and your membership more involved to assure growth of Membership and MemberRetention.

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The next generation Leaders must be developed from within. Come and participate in presentations onwhat the Leadership of the AHEPA, Daughters, Sons and Maids are doing to make our Orders relevantfor the future. Members throughout the domain of the AHEPA, Daughters of Penelope, Sons of Periclesand Maids of Athena are invited to attend this Conference.

The Registration Fee is $10.00 for AHEPA and DOP, and $5.00 for Sons and Maids.Registration includes "Meet the Presidents" on Friday evening and the Conference on Saturday. Sponsors are needed and will be acknowledged. Please contact if you wish to be a sponsor.

Registration form attached here.

Seating is limited. Submit your registration form now to reserve your participation. Comelearn, enjoy and have a fun time in Atlanta with other members!

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The Daughters District Lodge proudly announces new Chapter CHRYSEIS Chapter 424

Webster, TexasTwenty (20) new Sisters have joined our District when Chryseis Chapter $424 was formed on August 23. The District #16 Lodge alont with Grand Secretary Eva Jean Fomalont attended this cery special event for

our District. We all join and welcome these wonderful Sisters to the Daughters of Penelope and to our wonderful Delta District.

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Celebrating the start of the new Webster Chapter.

District Lidge w ith Grand Secretary Eva Jean Fomalont Members taking their oath and DG Johanna Pappas

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AHEPA Chapter 311 San Antonio News

submitted by Costa Sgagias, Chapter President

Our Greek Independence Day Luncheon in March was another success. The Sunday Church School children did a wonderful job leading everyone in the National Anthems and the Goyans did a great job serving everyone. Can't forget to thank the Ahepans in the kitchen

Our AHEPA project in April to clean and paint the Church kitchen was very successful. We removed everything from the kitchen that was not nailed down, to include the pantry and the cabinets. We washed, in some cases power washed; ceiling, floor, walls, cabinets, etc. We then painted the kitchen, the pantry and cabinets. Total project took 3 days and 215 man-hours.

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In June, the Ahepans again hosted the Greek Booth at the 44th Texas Folklife Festival. AHEPA has been a part of Folklife since 1972. We won second place for our Gyro - - - the 14th year in a row that we won a ribbon. Then In July, we

celebrated the 4th of July - - - "Greek" style by making Gyros for Lunch after church.

San Antonio was well represented at the 84th Delta District 16 Convention in Shreveport, LA. Congratulations to JohnFotopoulos on his selection as AHEPAN of the Year for District 16 and Paul Fafoutakis elected District Secretary.

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We hosted the Dan Anthony Memorial Scholarship Luncheon in July and awarded $1,000 scholarships to Nicholas Gartelos, Tessa Maropis, Mariana McQueen and Panos Papanikolaou.

Now we are getting ready for our AHEPA and DOP Dinner Dance and Silent Auction to supportthe Dan Anthony and Mary Vamvoras Memorial Scholarship Fund EVENT

on Saturday, September 19, 2015 If interested plan a weekend in San Antonio. Have fun and support the Scholarship Dinner -

Saturday, September 19. Click here for information flyer on Scholarship Dinner Dance n San Antonio - September 19.

COME TO SAN ANTONIO FOR SEPT 19!

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New Orleans Daughters Nestor ChapterNew Orleans Daughters had a Picnic atmosphere fortheir June meeting, with Hostesses Maria Stokes and Olga Christakis. A cake was presented as we said farewell to memberDeborah MacInnes pictured with outgoing PresidentBarbara Stavis Wolf and hosteses. Deborah moved toFlorida in July. We will miss her and wish her well. The Chapter in June held elections and installation of newofficers, reported on the events of the District Conventionand began plans for the fall activities and December PastrySale.

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Our Congratulations to member Connie Tiliakos who wasselected District Penelope of the Year for 2015.

New Orleans Nestor Chapter held elections in June andnew officers pictured at right, L to R are: President SandyBouzon; Vice President Connie Tiliakos; SecretariesDenise Ammons, Maria Stokes and Barbara Stavis Wolf;Treasurer Mary Kontos; Priestess Sophie Theodoron;Warden Marlene Liaptsios; Board of Governors MemberBella Bouton and Sentinel Anna Razza. Not pictured:Marshal Cathy Vial; Board of Governors Adrienne DabbsOwen, Pauline Caridas, Magda Pelias and Ginny Zissis.

Barbara attended the District Convention in Shreveportand had a great time and brought back news of Districtplans, activities and events to the Chapter. PicturedBarbara with delegates from Dallas attending the DistrictConvention.

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SHREVEPORT DISTRICT CONVENTION LOTS OF FUN FOR EVERYONEThank you to the SHREVEPORT AHEPA FAMILY

for the fantastic Distr ict Convention this past June.

The Shreveport AHEPA Family put on a fabulous District Convention in Shreveport this past June at theShreveport Hilton and Convention Center. A delicious Catfish Buffet started events off on Friday night,followed by meetings on Saturday and a lovely and enjoyable Banquet on Sunday Night.

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The facilities were great and everyone had lots of fun and enjoyed tremendous Shreveport Hospitality. A large crowd from the Convention also attended Church on Sunday followed by a large refreshmentsocial with coffee*************************************************************

AHEPA FAMILY SUPREME CONVENTION

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Members of the Daughters and AHEPA from Houston, Dallas and New Orleans attended and had a great

time at the Supreme Convention in San Francisco. The Convention were fabulous.

The 2016 SUPREME CONVENTION will be at theMirage Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas.

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District #16 NewsletterBarbara Stavis Wolf - Editor

John Georgiafandis - Assistant Editor

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