Greetings Brothers and Sisters,
I would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a joyful Easter. As we all know, Easter is the most important celebration in Christianity. It commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ, symbolizing victory over death, renewal of life, hope and spiritual rebirth. Beyond that, Easter also brings the arrival of spring- a season of growth, renewal and new beginnings.
Reflecting on Easter and Spring, I am reminded of hope, resilience and starting anew. I pray that our Pan Icarian community and your families come together and celebrate. I hope that your Easter eggs are strong, the lamb is delicious and the tsoureki is sweet!
As you gather around your table with your family, think about Ikaria. Think about how entire villages celebrate as one extended family and remind your children that the Brotherhood is one extended family in America and to get involved to help keep the traditions alive.
Looking ahead, we are excited for the 2026 Youth Leadership Conference, hosted by Chapter #11 Lychnos of San Francisco, CA, from May 1–3, 2026. This event remains a vital opportunity to empower our youth and invest in the future of our Brotherhood.
That brings us to our countdown for the 2026 Convention, which will be hosted by Chapter Eirini #28 of S/E Virginia. Please continue to support their raffle ticket fundraiser, available at:
Your support plays an important role in ensuring another successful convention.
Please also be sure to visit the News section of our website (https://pan-icarian.com/news/) for updates on upcoming events and chapter initiatives. We continue to encourage contributions to our magazine as well. Submission details are available at https://pan-icarian.com/magazine/ or by emailing magazine@pan-icarian.com.
Thank you all for your continuous support. None of this would be possible without the dedication, commitment, and passion of our members. We are grateful for each and every one of you who helps keep our Brotherhood strong.
With gratitude and fraternity,
Evangelos J. Fragos
Supreme Lodge President
Pan-Icarian Brotherhood of America
