St. John the Baptist
Greek Orthodox Church
Ἅγιος Ἰωάννης ὁ Βαπτιστής
Ἑλληνική Ὀρθόδοξη Ἐκκλησία
Des Plaines, IL

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A transformative, two-week cultural immersion experience designed for accomplished Greek American college students. This exceptional program offers participants the opportunity to engage with peers from the American College of Greece in Athens, Greece, the American College of Thessaloniki and College Year in Athens. The goal of the program is to deeply connect students with their faith, Greek heritage, language, culture, roots and identity. Visit the link below.

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SS. Peter and Paul’s Divorce Rebuilders offers support, guidance and hope to those who are separated and divorced. Meetings will run from Tuesday, January 20 through February 24 from 7-8:30pm for six weeks in the church library. ZOOM will be available for those who cannot attend in person. This group provides a place where you can learn, heal and rebuild from the hurt of divorce. Leader: Maria Harduvel Boyle, Counseling MA, Northwestern University. More info? Click below.

Registration for 2026 counselors is open, and camper registration begins December 17. Click below for full information.

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Hel.LAS is a pro bono legal aid clinic created to serve the legal needs of low-income members of the Chicago area’s Greek community. Our clinic provides Greek Americans with access to legal information, referrals, and potential representation in a linguistically and culturally sensitive environment. ​Hel.LAS provide advice and counsel in a variety of areas, including domestic relations, immigration, contracts, bankruptcy matters, landlord/tenant disputes, wills & powers of attorney. Link below.