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Meet Our Team

Our office staff and volunteer leaders keep parish life running, and they are glad to help. They can answer your questions and connect you with the right priest, ministry leader or program.

Parish Office

Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
(847) 358-5170 · office@stnectariosgoc.org
After hours, pastoral emergency: (312) 352-0702

Office Staff

Penelope Nuehaus

Director of Church and Ministry Operations

Penelope oversees the day-to-day operations of the parish and supports the coordination of our ministries, programs and events. Contact her about planning a parish event, coordinating a ministry, or anything you aren’t sure where to bring.

Katerina Trakas

Office Administrator

Katerina is often the first voice you hear when you call the Parish Office. She helps parishioners and visitors with general questions, parish communications and scheduling.

Our Parish Leaders

St. Nectarios is led by volunteers who give their time and talents so our parish can worship, learn and serve.

Parish Council

Together with our priests, the Parish Council cares for the stewardship, finances, facilities and operations of St. Nectarios. Council members are elected by the parish General Assembly.

Contact the Parish Council →

Ministry Leaders

Philoptochos, Sunday School, Greek School, youth, choir, Greek Fest and many more ministries are led by dedicated volunteers. Each can tell you when their group meets and how to help.

Find a ministry →

Become a Leader

Have a gift to share or an idea for a ministry? We would love to talk with you about where you could serve.

Volunteer →

Get Involved

Volunteers are needed throughout the year for events, ministries and special projects.