“For as in one body we have many members, and all the members do not have the same 
function, so we, though many are one body in Christ, and individually members one of another.” (Romans 12: 4- 5)
St. Paul teaches that all of us have been given personal gifts and talents by the Holy Spirit. He stresses that they are indispensable to the parish “for building up the Body of Christ” (1st Corinthians 12 and Ephesians 4).
Therefore, a goal at Saints Peter and Paul is to offer a wide variety of ministries for members so that they may become actively involved in this holy obligation. These represent opportunities for:
- Spiritual growth through fellowship, study and service
- Putting our gifts of the Holy Spirit at the disposal of Jesus Christ and His Church.
OPPORTUNITY AND CONTACT PERSON:
ACOLYTES
Parish Priest (847-729-2235)
Upon completion of the 6th grade, boys are invited to become acolytes. The boys are organized into groups, which serve, in rotation, at the altar during all worship services.
ADULT CHOIR
Therese Speropoulos ([email protected])
The choir rehearses on Wednesday evenings and sings at the Divine Liturgy on Sunday mornings and special feast days.
AGAPE PRESCHOOL
Julia Mantice (224-381-3247)
Agape Orthodox Christian Preschool is committed to providing an educational experience for Turning 3′ s, 3 and 4 year olds that emphasizes the Orthodox faith in a loving, caring preschool environment. Our programs include: Greek language, art, music, cooking, and hot lunch. Classes are Monday thru Friday from 9: 15 am -1 :00 pm.
BIBLE AND ORTHODOX STUDIES
Parish Priest (847-729-2235)
Groups meet to discuss a variety of topics from the scriptures and different books concerned with Orthodox Spirituality.
BOOK AND ICON STORE
Pat Nassos (847-729-3526)
The bookstore has on hand a variety of Orthodox books, cards, crosses, and icons for sale. Special orders are accepted.
CHURCH SCHOOL
Randa Anderson: [email protected]
Stacy Sennott: [email protected]
Religious instruction takes place on Sunday mornings for Nursery 3 through High School.
COFFEE FELLOWSHIP
Lucia Economos (847-827-5593)
A way to honor a nameday, birthday, anniversary or memory of a loved one is to host the Coffee Fe110wship and to share that occasion with the Saints Peter and Paul Community.
DYNAMIS
Athena Ames (847-256-5306)
An organization promoting fellowship among our senior members. Activities include programs here at our community center, as well as excursions to places of interest in the area.
ENGAGED COUPLES
Parish Priest (847-729-2235)
Couples planning to be married at the parish are required to participate in a seminar on marriage in the Orthodox Church.
GREEK SCHOOL
Stella Theoharopoulos (847-803-4792)
Instruction in Modern Greek, as we11 as Greek civilization and culture is available for young persons, kindergarten through 6th grade, on Monday and Thursday afternoons, and Saturday mornings.
HOSPITALIZED PERSONS
Parish Priest (847-729-2235)
Visitations are made to those who are i11, hospitalized and/or residing in nursing homes. Members of the immediate family should contact the clergy.
JR. OLYMPICS
Louis Pappas (847-729-2235)
Young people compete with Orthodox Christians from other churches in the annual Metropolis of Chicago Junior Olympics.
LIBRARY
Parish Priest (847-729-2235)
Books of Orthodoxy, Scripture, and Byzantine History are on hand for loan or reference.
PARISH COUNCIL
Parish Priest (847-729-2235)
This elected body meets each month to administer the affairs of the parish in conjunction with the pastor. Regular and active participation in the Church’s sacramental life is a prerequisite.
PHILOPTOCHOS
Maryann Rasmussin – [email protected]
Also known as the Woman’s Club, this chapter of the National Philoptochos Society spearheads the philanthropic activities of the parish. Their activities touch the lives of people locally, nationally and internationally.
STEWARDSHIP
Church Office (847-729-2235)
Financial stewardship is the way we worship God with our possessions – our money. Each member makes an annual pledge according to his/her financial resources.
USHERING
James Gottreich (847-657-3848)
A rotation of groups assist in greeting and seating worshippers, and taking up collections at all church services.
YOUTH
Louis Pappas (847-729-2235)
A wide variety of youth groups function to develop Orthodox Christian fellowship and proper Orthodox formation. Programs are in place for young people from baptism through young adult. Specific groups start at toddler age, and include elementary school, Junior High, High School and Young Adults.
NEW MEMBERS
Saints Peter and Paul invites those who are interested in becoming a part of our community to contact the Church Office. Saints Peter and Paul welcomes the Orthodox faithful in search of a new church home as well as those wishing to become Orthodox Christians. All new members are expected to become stewards of the church, supporting it by their regular attendance, personal ministry and financial commitment. In this way, each member contributes toward the building up of the Kingdom of God on earth – the Church.