Elpida is the religious instruction youth program at the Annunciation Cathedral that focuses on family, faith and community. We are committed to keeping the Orthodox faith alive while building a strong integrated curriculum. Elpida focuses on the education of the whole child: spiritual, academic, physical, social, and emotional.

Lessons will be taught with a hands-on, project-based learning style that layers principles of STEM, sensory and tactile modalities, language arts, history and art while promoting collaboration and teamwork. All our lessons are aligned with the religious standards of education provided by the Archdiocese.  Our goal is to get kids moving around, having fun and learning about our beautiful Greek culture and Orthodox faith. 

Community is more important now more than ever! We know you’re busy and it may feel or seem impossible to add one more item to the list. Elpida is designed to cater to our busy, commuting families. Elpida is once a month for about an hour, our 2025/2026 schedule can be found here

It is known that it takes a village to raise a child, let Elpida be part of your village. For more information please contact Elpida director Mia at mia.fanourgiakis@annunciation.org. If you would like to make a donation to the Elpida program please visit https://www.annunciation.org/elpida-donation