On Sunday, July 10, 2022 with the blessing of Archbishop Makarios and under the guidance of Bishop Kyriakos of Sozopolis, the Holy Church of “The Three Hierarchs” Clayton, the Parish Priest Fr. Haralambos, the Parish President Dimitris Tsitsikas and the Ladies of the Philoptochos hosted a reconnection and fundraising night at Oakleigh Grammar School Hall in Oakleigh, Melbourne Victoria.
Bishop Kyriakos attended to support the parish’s fundraising effort to transform the Church and facilities on the Knight St, Clayton site.
The Bishop was heartened by the turnout with guests representing other parishes from across Melbourne. The Bishop commented that through a spirit of helpfulness and unity between parishes the Church as a whole body can progress forward something which was shown at the fundraising event. He also passed on the paternal blessings and love from Archbishop Makarios of Australia.
Following His address, Bishop Kyriakos spent a considerable amount of time walking around to every table and connecting with those in attendance, especially the youth and children present who were very happy with the love and support shown by the Bishop. He then handed gifts to the children present at the event.
It was announced that experienced architects, who understand design requirements for Melbourne Churches, have been selected from Greece. The event, which was driven by Mrs Georgia Stelas under the guidance and with the immense support of Felicia Leonardou, was culminated in an incredible evening. It is worth noting that that was the first major event held to raise funds for the Parish’s transformation project that has been decades in the making.
Blessed with a strong turnout of more than 250 people who came to support The Parish’s first major event since the Pandemic began in early 2020, it was unfortunate, however, that organisers had to turn away groups who arrived impromptu that night.
Attendees had the opportunity to enjoy a wide variety of food in a tavern-themed tasting menu. More than $30,000 were raised for the transformation of Three Hierarchs Church in Clayton.
The feedback received on the night and post the event has left no doubt amongst organisers that the next event will be even bigger and better.