Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral Teaches Folk Dancing to Showcase Greek Culture, Maintains Church Engagement

Congregations across the country are experiencing historic lows in attendance, but the way in which the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral teaches folk dancing could show other congregations across the country some new steps.

Due in large part to the success of Charlotte's Yiasou Greek Festival, Holy Trinity is now the fourth largest Greek Orthodox parish in the United States.

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According to the Meanwhile, John Shelton, director of communications for Holy Trinity, estimated that there are approximately 500 volunteers, staff members, vendors, and police officers involved in the management of the annual festival.

For Peroulas, as per the report, there are more than 450 young people and young adults who perform as dancers. There are 14 groups that correspond to grades K-12, and one adult group. 

The curriculum introduces students to dances from approximately a dozen different regions of Greece, including island groups, the Peloponnese, Crete, Macedonia, and Thrace.

Since it was first held in 1978, the Yiasou Greek Festival has grown to become one of the most well-attended cultural celebrations in Charlotte.

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About Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church 

The Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral is a place of worship that adheres to the Eastern Orthodox tradition.

One of the oldest still-functioning religious organizations in the world is the Orthodox Church, which is also the second largest Christian church after the Catholic Church in terms of membership. 

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